MELANIE'S POV:
i had woken up from my hard bed,at about 6:30am, arranging my ruffled hair..i rushed past my annoying senior brother Michael to who seemed to be busy in the kitchen."Its still early and here you are making my kitchen look unfit for human use" he laughed at what i knew wasn't funny at all.
"Melanie...i payed for all this, this is my house remember?..lets not personalized the whole thing" i scoffed "Your house indeed...talk about personalizing" Pretending to ignore me he went straight to the living room"whats for breakfast..sis"My little brother Kyrmen asked as he entered the kitchen, his dark eyes looking drowsy, he was just Ten years old but looked like a fourteen year old teenager it ran in our blood I guess, They looking older than our age kinda thing "Have you brushed your teeth?..and here you are asking me for breakfast" he forced a smile "Fine I'll brush".
I was like the mother of the house, I loved my brothers so much I guess that's why I was able to keep them together even when my parents had died a long time ago we all lived in various hardships, been maltreated by many of our aunts and uncles who felt we were burdens..but Micheal and I worked hard, and even got enough money to rent up a house. When my parents died in a ghastly car accident, I remember feeling like all was lost...I Lost my faith in the universe, I felt Terrible and I also wanted to join my parents where ever they were but the strength from Micheal and his will to move on gave me the strength to move forward against all odds. Some times i wonder if my brothers would ever survive without me, because I knew that I wouldn't survive if they ever got hurt.
Now the big issue today was my job interview around 9am. I had applied for a maid job at one of the biggest mansions at Grundy, I needed to get this job because over here at Grundy it seemed really hard to get a resonable job Even at the age of 18. I had everything set out, made sure my siblings had breakfast and I stomped out at exactly 8:30am.
The Carson's Mansion at Grundy was as elegant as a castle, I have never seen a Castle in real life...but I was sure that I was standing in one. There was a long pathway to the main gate and I had to walk for about four to eight minutes to get there. It was Soo exhausting, when I finally got to the main gate the guards who looked as grumpy as my neighbor and old hag Mrs Smith. Looked at me sternly "Good morning" I greeted one of the guards who looked a bit approachable, he stared at me in acknowledgement "Who?"
"My name is Melanie...I came here for the job interview"
At first he looked confused but later he nodded "oh the interview.."
I was ushered in by one of the maids in the mansion, she seemed pretty nice and way older than I was "Please remain here in the courtyard...Mr Carson would be with you shortly" She made me sit down on a brown coloured chair. but a certain curiosity rushed in" Madam"I asked "why isn't the head maid interviewing me....why should the owner do so" She smiled "Well over here it's Carson's choice or none....you would understand...if you do get the job" she ended looking at me from my head to toe.
I felt a little scared, the house, the maids even the chair I sat on intimidated me. I started to feel suffocated...this usually happened whenever I got nervous.
Few minutes later i heard footsteps behind me...I wanted to turn to see who it was but on second thought I faced forward. My eyes were still on the floor So I could only see his shoes i could tell he was wearing a suit, his cologne filling my breathing space to make things dramatic alittle I raised my eyes in slow motion to look at him. Suddenly my eyes got locked to his but I quickly unlocked it...my hands started sweating...I looked up again as he stretched out his hands to collect my resume but I didn't look at him" Melanie Walters?" I heard my name coming out from his mouth and for the first time I liked how my name sounded in his voice, I blushed alittle"yes....yes sir"
"You have an impressive resume, you really enjoy having house jobs"
I felt like he was mocking me.."it's not like I enjoy it sir...that's what I am good at, so I do it"
He sighed then said almost in surprise" You are eighteen?"
I smiled inwardly I was used to people being surprised, because I looked way too mature for my age.
"Yes sir..."
He stood up...and handed me my resume, I became scared and looked at him as he stood over me, suddenly I realized that I was staring at him for the first time, his eyes were light brown, he had a cleaned shaved face...and his hair seemed combed all through and shiny. He had small beautiful but mean eyes and the perfect lips for a man in his late twenties, and was handsomely fair.I almost lost myself before I realized that I might actually not get the job.
"Sir....it's something wrong". He shook his head in disapproval.
"Teenagers have alot of excuses...you know?"He replied suddenly looking away and placing his hands in his pockets."No sir am not like other teenagers...I am very responsible...If I wasn't I would have lied about my age and gotten here...but I can prove to you how reliable and hardworking I can be..." He suddenly cut me short" you are hired but...you will be on probation for 2weeks, if you prove to be worthless, you would be terminated immediately" thank gracious
I became happy"Thanks alot sir I won't let you down"
He waved his hand "Go to the next room, Esther would brief you on what and when to start.
That night I told Kyrmen about My work, The buildings and all the beautiful things I saw in the Carson's Mansion...
"How much would you be paid?"he asked as he packed his school books
"About 10 dollars a day....that's if I work delligently....any mistake would be deducted from my pay check"
I saw him smiling "Soo you are indirectly telling me...to make sure I don't make you go late for work or hinder you in anyway right?" I grabbed his neck in our usual playful manner"you little brat when did you learn to speak like an old man".
The Next day I got early for work, When my Maid gown was handed over to me by Miss Esther, I felt slightly uncomfortable as it seemed alittle above my Knee.
"Melanie, I want to introduce you to other maids..and workers"Miss Esther said to me as she took me to the hall way leading to the main living room.
At first I was surprised to see all the maids and workers lined up at the hall, I kept wondering if they arranged their selves in that order because of me. Looking a bit nervous I asked Miss Esther why they were there..."It's our daily roll call....boss Carson's orders" with a sigh of relief I joined her.
Obviously all eyes turned to me, I was still contemplating if their eyes were on my gown or on Me. I was introduced and we all changed pleasantries,later I joined them to stand in line.
They were all Nice though, but After awhile I realized I was the youngest person in the room.
He descended the stairs shortly after, wearing a normal blue long sleeve shirt, with a Jean jacket and a Jean trouser, his hair was still as thoroughly gelled and shiny as before,he looked pretty casual cause he didn't exactly close up all his buttons, he arranged the Collar of his shirt as he approached us.
They all greeted him in utmost respect and I almost bit my tongue trying to join in.
"Can't you greet...Miss Walters" He asked rudely.
His eyes were on the floor, I wondered So how exactly did he see me not greeting, I swallowed "Goodmor.... morning Sir Carson"
He ignored, and proceded to what ever he was about to say
" In one week time...I would be Throwing a welcome Party For My sister, as you all know, I do not tolerate Mistakes, I want it to be the best party. Exactly as I detailed it to be, I expect by now that you all know the kinds of things to cook, the things my Mira is allergic to and Soo on ...And am telling you all this because I expect the planing to start Now!"
Mrs Esther rose her hand to say something"Sir please if I may?" She asked and He cut her off immediately" wait till am done Esther..." This gesture really pissed me off, Miss Esther was the oldest maid and Old enough to be his Mother, How rude, i scoffed silently, hoping that no one heard me.
MELANIE WALTER'S POVWhen he was done with his boring talk, Miss Esther was finally allowed to speak "permit me to ask , Sir but Who would arrange and design Miss Mira's room...The last time, she came back she complained that she didn't like the taste of the person who had arranged her room"Mr Carson thought for awhile and spoke"as a teenager she would like to be in a room that's more acceptable to she and her friends, does any of you have any ideas on how to design a teenage girl's room"I was a bit distracted and confused at How a person could be too picky when staying in her room, that I didn't realized that everyone's eyes were on me."Mrs Walters...could you perhaps have any idea on how to design a teenage girl's room?"I stared at Him in surprise and turned to stare at the others who were looking at me expectantly.I guess I was under so much pressure because I had said "Yes" The room was plain white,
MELANIE WALTER'S POVThe next day He Came into the room, while I was embroidering the pillow cases. Without Looking at me he spilled out "She's a Fan of the singer Sia, her favourite colour is Red, She loves animal skin designs, I don't really know how that will help, and she prefers a curtain over her bed" after speaking, he turned to go.I was greatful for the Info, but I didn't really get the whole gist of it. As he left the room, I raced after him "Hold on sir" i rushed bumping into him as he stopped abruptly. My face hitting his Back, as he turned slowly I realized that my Lipstick was now on his suit. My tongue immediately went arid. He is not going to like this, but I was too scared to tell him."What's wrong Miss Walters? Can't you look before leaping?" He asked finally turning to face me. I shuttered "I...umm .sir...." He stared at me blankly still expecting me to talk. "Sir...umm you were too fast when you Mentioned your sisters likes and dislikes, I w
MELANIE WALTER'S POV"I didn't want to be a burden...Mel"I Cried as I heard Kyrmen say those words"How could you even think..like that who said you were a burden??"I watched as he sat on the sofa. "You and Micheal keep working hard to make sure am happy, but I feel useless... because of me..you haven't completed College...I.."I hugged him"Don't say that, I and Micheal love you alot...I will earn Enough... Please don't neglect Schooling, please." He Looked at me blankly, and I realized that he wouldn't listen so I brought up a solution."Why don't you work, part time...after school you could earn from that supermarket you work in...How does that sound" he was Soo happy, he immediately gave me a hug. I was just glad That He wasn't suspended from school or anything. It was over an hour and the lipstick stain couldn't go of. I panicked, he didn't want me to take it to the dry cleaners, he wanted me to hand clean it.
DENISE CARSON'S POV"Why can't This be solved.F**k Enemies, I can't stay at home and do Nothing!""Denise why do you have to be So ignorant" I looked at Fabian angrily. This is The painful part of it all. My protection. People want me dead. Why?...Cause being The CEO of DMC media is quite frustrating...and As every CEO you make enemies without realising them. It doesn't quite add up though, First it was a Gunshot, Then someone tried to Run me over, Waking up and going out just to be threatened with a laser light on your suit. My life is Complicated."You are The king Of all Media in Grundy...what do you expect?""Fabian I can't stay at Home..How long will you Oversee My Business?""It's all in Good hands....It's just For A Month, just until we are able to prove That Brogan Did this to You.." When he left.I Sighed as I stood outside my balcony,What an annoying Day ObviouslyIt didn't take a while Mira calle
DENISE CARSON'S POVI checked the headlines on my laptop. The story concerning Brogan's illegal Drug business, I had written this a long time ago. Five days ago I guess, and it already got 80 million views. Well other news medias seemed to pick the story. I Laughed...you are going down Brogan.Recurring the incident way back.When Matt's skyline met me up in the Restaurant and pleaded for his life. Said he believed I could help him take revenge on Brogan, For Taking his family away from him.When he supplied the evidence I couldn't hold back any longer. Brogan was a Drug pusher, and abuser. He was also part of various syndicates and kidnappings. Some politicians go crazy for Money. Well I took it as a win win situation for I and Matt, at first it seemed to be a game, I mean raise My companies fame higher and give justice to Matt and his family. It was not until it was first published, two days later Matt was found dead in his bedroom, stabbed
Episode 7DENISE CARSON'S POVAnd the remaining rug she had to buy. I didn't look at her, didn't want her to think I was caring. However when we got to the Rug store I decided to join her. I was surprised that she didn't want my company "Miss Walters do you have a problem with me choosing a rug for myself?" I lied I didn't even use Rugs, I loved the cold tile floors, well whatever...It could be useful in the future."No...sir..." She shuttered."Then mind your business!" I said Sternly to her. Even inside the store she wasn't acting usual, or funny. She seemed dead quiet. When we got out after requesting for the rugs to be sent home. I tried talking to her."Miss Walters...do you have a problem?" She was in front of me but didn't say anything...I got slightly pissed off "Are you ignoring me?" I said tapping her. She turned to me almost like I had brought her back to reality.She felt out of place and apologized but not in the cut
DENISE CARSON'S POVWhat the f**k was she doing there. When I got down from seguro...I could see how terrified she looked, like I was going to kill her or something."Miss Walters?...what could you be doing out here?"Was she crushing on me?...I laughed inwardly...well this is interesting."Umm sir I was just passing"I rushed her"Passing where?" She said she wanted to have a some air...how intriguing first it was just a passing by thing now it's a fresh air thing..she even seemed to breath weirdly...was she having an issue. I could check her to see if she was sick. Her eyes were light brown...it reminded me of Treasure's...she also had a soft skin which was weird especially for a person...who worked so hard. I suddenly realized myself...Gosh Denise, she seemed out of breath and I didn't even notice....this wasn't the first time though. Was she somehow..."Miss Walters are you... allergic to me?"I watched as she gave a nervous
Episode 9MELANIE WALTERS POVAs he moved towards me, a part of me inside wanted to run, another part decided to fake some excuse. It was so hard to think fast cause before I could find an alibi, he was already in front of me. Alighting from the horse he smiled. But the mocking kind of smile. "Miss Walters...what could you be doing out here?" I slowly looked up at him "umm sir...I was just passing""Passing to where?""I wanted to have some fresh air...""Oh really?.... How's the air...you seem to be hardly breathing"He moved close to me as I leaned on the tree branch. I hated how he did that, it always made me uncomfortable, My hands always got sweaty and I always breathed faster than usual and also louder.His right hand balanced on the tree for support then he used his left arm to raise my Chin. That was the first time he had ever touched my face...I heard him mutter that I had a soft skin but I wasn't sure because my