Tessa's Pov..The meeting progressed smoothly after I signed the contract, Grace takes control, detailing her expectations for the show and picking out the designs she'd love for the show from my catalog.She covers everything from how many outfits for each model, the sequence of the runway lineup, and the timing for each model's appearance.I fixed my eyes on my tab, taking records and adjusting to the schedule and timing.Anna shows genuine interest, she gives useful tips on how to improve the runway lighting and picking out colors of the fabrics for the designs.I focused my gaze on my tab, taking down each point and suggestions regarding the designs.I returned my gaze to them and asked. "Anymore suggestions?" Silence follows as no one speaks up, showing they are satisfied with everything so far.I nod, glad it all went well and we would probably call it a day. "Okay, I think that's it, I will send the samples when I'm done for fittings" I concluded.As Anna packed up their stuff,
Aaron's Pov..I got home and checked my phone, surprised to see six missed calls from my mom. I hadn't noticed them earlier, so I quickly called back.The phone rings, and it didn't take too long before Mom picked up."Aaron, where have you been? You seem to have forgotten you have a mother" Mom said, her worries clearly reflecting in her voice."We both know that's not true, Mom. I've just been busy with work." I retort, my mood lighter. "Besides, Van is there to keep you company. But I will stop by this weekend to take Jesse to the park house" Mom takes a sharp breath and responded. "Well, I just wanted to know what's going on with my son. Besides, you've been distant since Tessa's return" Mom admits and pauses."Aaron, are you sure you're really okay?" Mom asks, clearly concerned. "Maybe you should come over and stay with us, that would help you keep your mind afloat, till you sort things out with Tessa" "Mom, mom" I called out, cutting her off sharply. "There won't be any need
Tessa's POVMara clears her throat slightly, her gaze still fixed on me as she begins."Augustine Thompson, Dylan Thompson. Does that ring a bell?" Mara said calmly, her voice unsteady.I chuckled lightly as the realization hits me. "Wait, it does ring a bell" I reply, trying to keep my voice steady. " I don't really know much about Dylan's family but they do have a striking resemblance" I said and paused.Quickly, I reached for my phone on the couch, as I searched for Augustine Thompson's page. Scrolling through his pictures, my eyes caught a picture of him and Dylan, it clicks.Seeing the look on my face, Mara gets anxious, she took the phone from me.Mara's face changes, an unreadable look plastered on her face as she gently gave me back my phone. "Augustine Thompson is Dylan's cousin" Mara murmured.Taking a deep breath. Mara's voice perks up. "I knew something was off, I just wasn't sure" Mara say, her voice rising in disbelief. "I should've known when Augustine said that I came
Tess's Pov..I pause for a moment, considering his request. Looking at Alex, he looked like he was really hoping I say yes.I shrug my shoulder and then I huddled my lips together, kind but firm. "I would've loved to but I can't Alex. To be honest, I have a lot on my plate right now, I doubt that I have time to spare," I say and paused, studying his reaction."Plus, I'm taking my kids to the park this weekend. I'm so hooked up" I continued. "But I promise to make out time soon. I'm sorry" I added, a pleading look registered on my face.Alex's face registers disappointment but he recovers quickly. "It's fine, Tessa. You don't have to apologize, I completely understand" he says, managing a weak smile.I noticed his not so bright face, I sort of felt guilty, I mean we're friends and I should treat him like one, if not for anything he has been genuinely good to me over the years.I look up at him, and before he could say another word, I step in. "You know what? I will shift my schedule. L
Lisa's PovI was so sure Aaron has moved on, but for some reason I've refused to give up on what we shared in the past.He doesn't even want to see me, he doesn't pick my calls and he doesn't respond to my messages.I even went as far as sending suicidal messages to him but he didn't bulge. The Aaron I used to know would have come running to me. But I guess none of that mattered to him anymore.Those tricks doesn't work on him anymore.After all these years, he's still in love with that leach, I still have to compete with her for Aaron's love."Gosh! I feel like strangling her right now," I fumed inwardly, pacing around my room.My phone buzzes with notifications and I rushed to see what it was, I've been keeping a tab on Tessa since she returned.I never thought that she would come back after all these years. Not after what she thought she heard.Gabriel, my friend from way back, who's only helping me out because he believes that something would happen between us. He's just been delu
Lisa's Pov.I never thought that Tessa and Alexander's path would cross, not after what happened between him and Aaron years ago.Knowing Alexander too well, he must be up to something, Tessa might be a very attractive woman, her beauty must have charmed Alexander but there was more to it.For all I know he's a perv, he can't keep his rod in his pants, he's clearly lusting after her body.But wait, I muttered inwardly, the thoughts racing."Is Alexander seeking some sort of revenge for what Aaron did to him?" I mumbled. "This is getting interesting,"I let out, my tone laced with sarcasm and a smirk plastered on my face.With what happened between Alexander and I in the past, I think we still have some unfinished business.But before that, I just have to sit back and watch things unfold.**********************************Mara's Pov.I let out a long sigh as the weight of the day weighs down on me. I had just finished an indoor photoshoot section in the outskirt of town.The weather wa
Mara's Pov"Sarah," Dylan called and a woman in her late forties appeared, her face beaming with a smile as she bowed to greet us.I didn't see her the last time I was here, perhaps things has changed around here.Dylan flashed her a warm and said. "Please take her to the room opposite mine," Dylan said specifically, his eyes gleaming as he turned to face me. Turning back to Sarah, he continued. "And please, makes sure she's comfortable, provide with whatever she needs, I don't want her catching a cold," Dylan added, his tone firm.Looking at Dylan giving specific orders to Sarah, on how to make me comfortable, I can't help but blush, my face flustered at how adorable he looked."Yes sir," Sarah responded.I turned to Dylan and muttered. "Thank you," before turning to face Sarah who flashed me a warm smile."This way ma'am," Sarah retorted, leading me upstairs.As I entered the bath tub, I soaked myself in a warm bath, allowing the water to run through my body.After I left the bathr
Dylan's Pov.The drive to Mara's house was a bit awkward as neither of us dared to say anything, the tension hanging around was palpable as Mara stared out of the window.She keeps running away whenever I wanted us to talk. She always looks so nervous and disturbed, more like she's scared of something.I can see fears in her eyes as I stared at her back in the room, I don't know how long is going to take her to trust me, to open up about her fears.One minute she's into me, the next minute she's running off.We were almost close to her house when I finally broke the ice."Are you okay?" I asked, shifting my gaze to her.She nodded, somewhat avoiding my gaze.I took a deep breath and pressed further, my eyes on the road. "Did I say something wrong?" I asked again.This time, she shifted her gaze to me and sighed. "Of course not, you didn't say anything wrong, it's just…," she retorts, her eyes flickering as it met mine and then she went silent."Just what?" I asked calmly, trying to ke