Chapter 5

• TIA POV
• “Babe, where are you going this weekend?” Katie asked as we both walked out of the elevator heading towards her office.
• She called me up an hour ago to join her at her boutique to spend some time together.
• “I’m spending my weekend with my dad at the hospital. I’d informed you he’s going to be discharged next week so my weekend is already booked.”
• “I totally forgot. Is uncle aware of the situation of the company?”
• “Not yet. I haven’t told him but sooner or later, he’s going to have an idea about it and will probably regret his decision of entrusting the company to me.”
• “Don’t talk that way, babe. Your dad would never regret his decision of entrusting the company with you.”
• “I just don’t know what else to do in order to make everything right again. The shareholders are adamant I look for a quick solution or they will pull away from the company.”
• “I wish there’s a way I could help you more.”
• “It’s okay bestie. You’ve done more than enough for me which I am so grateful for. I just feel like giving up on everything.”
• “Things are going to get better with time, you just have to keep believing.”
• “It’s just so hard for me, bestie. Why can’t you see and understand it?”
• “I know how hard it is but overthinking won’t solve anything. Instead it only makes things worse.”
• “But Katie,” I was still talking when she cut me short.
• “I’m really worried about you, babe. Haven’t you noticed how slender you have become?”
• “I have also noticed it. I just wish there was a way to end all of the worries by committing suicide.”
• “You did not just say that, babe. There’s absolutely no way you would think of doing such a thing just because of the situation of the company. Things are bound to happen for some reason so don't even think of saying those words again?”
• “I’m sorry, Katie. I just said the words out of frustration and anger.”
• “We will find a way together, okay?” She conceded, embracing me into her arms.
• “Okay babe.” I mumbled hugging her back.
• ANDREW POV
• “Sir, everything has been carried out as you have instructed.” Frank briefly explained to me as we both got inside the elevator to my office.
• “Good! You can also arrange for the interview in the mansion. My mom will be the one doing the other stuff.”
• “Okay sir. I will do just that. Also, there’s someone waiting at the office for you.” He revealed, in a low tone.
• “Who is it?” I asked, curiously as we stepped out of the elevator before heading towards my office.
• “It’s Mr Roland’s second wife, Mrs Susan.” He revealed which made me pissed off.
• Mr Ronald is one of the company’s best business associates and he’s the reason the company is a great success after that bitch almost brought it downfall.
• However, his second wife, Susan who is also a shareholder in the company has been having sexual advances towards me ever since we crossed path which I so much despised about gender.
• “Why did you allow the bitch into my office?” I gritted my teeth in total frustration.
• “I also don’t know how she got in and I dare not question her.”
• “But I do since it's my company. Anyways, get me a cup of coffee.”
• “Right away sir,” He responded and strolled away while I sighed in anger before stepping inside the office.
• The moment I stepped inside the strong smell of her perfume hit through my nostril which made me feel like throwing up but I controlled myself anyways.
• “What brings you here Susan?” I frowned, staring at her half exposed slutty body lying on my sofa.
• “What’s with the attitude, Andrew? Do you have any idea how long I’ve been waiting for you?” She uttered, getting her flirty legs off my sofa before standing up.
• “I don’t care how long you have been here. How did you get into my office?”
• “You really need to learn how to calm down on everything. Don’t you know why I am here?” She smirked, looking like a real slut before approaching me.
• “I don’t but I’m hoping it has to do with business because I don’t have time aside from that.” I stated firmly.
• “I know you too well that’s why I came with a business offer for you.” She grinned and placed her left hand on my left shoulder trying to hold me around my neck.
• “Take your filthy hands off my shoulder this minute or you won’t like what’s going to happen next.” I groaned in anger which made her pull away.
• “You really have the attitude I have always wanted in my man. Anyways, like I said I came with a business proposal, shall take a seat.”
• Without uttering another word to her, I walked over to my desk and took my seat as she walked over to take a seat in front of me.
• “What business proposal have you come with?” I inquired, resting my back on the chair before a short knock on the door interrupted us.
• I knew it was Frank so I gave my consent as he walked in with the coffee and dropped it on the desk before taking his leave.
• “So, the business proposal has to do with my needs.”
• “Make me understand your words clearly, Susan?” I grumbled before taking a sip from the coffee.
• “I want us to have a sexual relationship together without my husband’s knowledge.”
• “I haven’t seen any woman who is so dumb and stupid to think I will have anything to do with her. Do you really think I will agree to such stupid thing? You should have a rethink of it before coming to say it to me.”
• “I knew such a thing would happen but nevertheless, I won’t take those words to heart because my love is beyond what you could ever imagine.”
• “Keep the words to yourself and get the hell out of my office.”
• “I’m going anyways but do have a rethink of my business proposal.” She got on her feet and headed towards the door.
• “My offer is still open when you change your mind. Have a nice day, Andrew.” She added with a smile before stepping out of the door.
• She’s such a bitch to think I will have anything to do with her or any woman in my life.
• TIA POV
• I was about to leave the office when I got a call from my mom stating my dad’s condition just got worse.
• He has been dealing with stress and heart attacks which was why he asked me to manage the company.
• I took to my heels and rushed outside the company and got into my car before taking off to the hospital praying silently.
• I arrived at the hospital in less than twenty minutes and rushed in taking the elevator to the VIP wards.
• I arrived at the floor and rushed to my dad’s word to find my mom waiting outside.
• “What happened mom?” I asked, rushing towards her.
• “I don’t know honey. He got a call from someone and the next minute I knew his breathing just seized.” She explained and burst out in tears.
• “He’s going to be fine, mom. Dad is a strong man.” I affirmed and hugged her to myself, feeling scared as well.
• I hope the doctors are able to save him. I really can’t bear to lose him.
• After a short while the doctor walked out of the ward as we both rushed to him.
• “How's he, doctor?”
• “Due to the shocking news he received from the phone, he almost went into a saturation stage. However, he’s stable now and wishes to speak to his daughter in private.” The doctor explained.
• “Oh, thank goodness! I will make sure he doesn’t try to reach out to anyone until he’s much better. Thank you so much doctor.” Mom replied.
• “It’s my pleasure, Mrs Collins. You can go in, Miss Tia.” He urged me towards the door as my mom stayed back praying silently.
• After taking a short breath, I pulled the door open and walked in to find my dad lying on the bed with a series of wires connected to his body as his face was turned to the other side.
• “Dad!” I called out as he turned his face to see me with sad eyes.
• “Why did you hide the current state of the company away from me, sunshine?” He asked, with tears in his eyes.
• The moment he said those words I felt my whole world being shattered into pieces. I never wanted him to find out about it on his own.