167.**Author’s POV**A week later…“It’s been a week after Easton Ferdinand’s death, which has thrown his fans into mourning and sadness. His wife, Nicole Brennan received the biggest blow as she had lost a lot of weight lately. She has cancelled all her fashion shows for the meantime and rumour has it that she will be taking over as the new CEO of E.F Entertainment. Easton—”Ariana turned the television off and smashed the glass of wine she had in her hand on the floor, causing the glass to break into pieces, spilling the contents as well.She had been trying her best to make sure Nicole doesn’t get supports from the shareholders. She was able to win some over, but others were so strong headed and loyal to Easton. All she had to wait for was the turn of events of today.She won’t let Nicole have peace!“Watch how I’m going to crush you, Nicole! I will make you bend to my will.” She balled her fists.Meanwhile, Nicole stood in front of Easton’s grave at the cemetery with flowers in h
168.**Nicole's POV**I walked into Easton's office and looked around. They had wanted to give me a new office but I insisted they let me use his. I know they want the best for me and didn't want me staying in the office to still remember him but I didn't want to forget about him either. He was my everything and being in the office he once used might as well give me the comfort that he was in a better place.I walked to his desk and slid my finger on his laptop. My eyes went to a hanger where his suit jacket was hung. I quickly walked to where it was and picked it. I walked back to the chair and sat down as I held the jacket close to my chest.His scent was still on it and it brought back memories. I remembered the first time I had gotten close to him. He had helped me make a comeback and had loved me unconditionally. He had touched me in a way no one had. He made me feel loved in a way no one else can and brought satisfaction to me. He gave me hope and always soothes me with his word
169.**Author's POV**Melissa stared at Nicole with a look of disdain in her eyes. She felt that if Nicole hadn't proven stubborn, she wouldn't have been pushed to add that drug in Easton's drink. If Easton hadn't met Nicole in the first place, everything would have been fine between them and she would have not be forced to take matters into their own hands.According to the way she saw things, it was all Nicole's fault.“It is all your fault, Nicole,” She said and Nicole arched her brows. “All these happened because of you. You are the reason why Easton is dead. If you had obeyed me when I warned you to leave him, we wouldn't have been in this dilemma now. You caused all these and you have the guts to come here and try to pin the blame on me?” She snapped. “I was Easton's childhood sweetheart. We were destined to be together, but what did you do? You just had to show your ugly face and walk your way into his life.”“Easton didn't love you. He only saw you as a friend. I was the one h
170.**Author's POV**3 Months Later…Nicole had gotten used to the company and how things worked and have also been able to bring the models back together. She still hadn't forgotten about Easton but she had learnt to live with the pain. Edwin and Emily were happy that she was eating well now.Butler Steve, who was also affected by the death was healing slowly as well. They prevented him from doing strenuous things and wanted to keep a close eye on him to prevent his blood pressure from rising.Everything was slowly falling into place and Nicole was more than grateful to Edwin for staying by her side all these well. The only problem she had was with Ariana and Carson, who wouldn't let her be and have tried all the best to get the company from her.She had suffered both verbal and physical abuse from them both especially Ariana.The door to her office burst open and Ariana stormed in. “Speak of the devil,” Nicole rolled her eyes and sighed. How can she be thinking of the woman and th
171.**Author’s POV**“How dare that bitch! That lowlife! How dare she speak to me in such manner?” Ariana yelled and flung her back on the chair the minute she stepped into the house.Carson, who was seated with a glass of wine in his hand, looked up at her. “What did she do this time?” He asked, standing to his feet.“Can you imagine she called you incompetent and irrresponsible just because I asked her to hand over the documents. Who does she think she is?” Ariana snapped and Carson frowned.“Nicole called me incompetent? How could she? What makes me incompetent? What has Easton done that I cannot do?” He snapped and Ariana sighed.“Look, we can't keep letting her have her way. It's time we take matters into our own hands. I have a way to take her off from that place whether she likes it or not. I've given her three days and if she doesn't drop it before then, I'll make her beg for her life.” She smirked and rubbed her palms together.****After work that day, the models rushed int
172.**Author's POV**The next morning, Nicole woke up with a severe headache. Her head banged like it was being put inside a mortar and pounded. She held her head and came down from the bed as she head to the water dispenser in the room.She took a cup and drank from it. “Fuck, why did I drink too much?” She asked herself and sighed.A knock sounded on the door and she muttered a “come in”. Edwin walked in with a tray of food in his hand. “Good morning,” He flashed her a smile and she returned it. She rushed to him and took the tray from him. “Good morning. You shouldn't have stressed yourself like this.” She ruffled her hair.“You were drunk last night. It's necessary that you take some hangover soup to help.” He replied, causing her to smile.“I'm already being a nuisance,” She sighed and sat on the bed. “I feel like I'm making you do a lot of strenous things, you know? You've been acting like a father and I've been more like a troublesome baby.” She placed the food in her mouth
173.**Author's POV**BACK IN AMERICA…“Have you been stressing lately, Ms. Brennan?” Doctor Faith asked and Edwin gave Nicole the look.She dabbed her index fingers together and stared at the doctor. “She's been burying her face in work lately without breaks. At this rate, she has turned into a machine.” Edwin answered with his arms folded.Doctor Faith smiled. “I thought as much,” She brought out a paper and wrote something in it. “Your body has been stressed lately and you need rest. I'd suggest you take a two weeks break, go out for exercise, do recreational activities and go out to have fun more often. Your body needs it.” She suggested and Nicole shook her head.“I don't need any of that. Just hand me some drugs and I will be fine.” She countered.“Of course I'll give you drugs that'll ease your fever and make you feel better, but I won't go back on my word, Ms. Brennan. I insist that you take a break to bring your body back together. If you keep stressing it, you'll have a men
174.**Nicole's POV**The next day, it was already sunset and I couldn't help the eerie feeling that crawled up my skin. Ariana's threat kept echoing inside my head. I had a feeling that something bad was going to happen and till now I have no idea why.I took my phone and called Edwin. “Edwin?” I called immediately he answered the phone, my voice shaking.“Nicole, are you okay?” He asked.“No, I'm not,” I answered and he hung up. Before I knew it, the door to the office opened and he rushed to me. “What is wrong with you? You can tell me anything.” He said and I sighed.“I'm scared, Edwin. Ariana came with Carson tested and threatened to do something drastic if I didn't release the company's documents to her by sunset today. It'd already sunset and I keep having this sick feeling in my stomach that something bad is about to happen.” I explained to him and he sighed.“You don't need to worry. I already reported to the police by showing them the email sent to you and they are trying t