Chapter one
What the Hell, Sharron Zander, runs his hand through his hair. I can’t believe you did this. Why does it always have to be like this?
Sharron fires back, “Why is it always my fault?”
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“Why do you think Sharron because you’re the one who tipped off the press that we would be here, remember Sharron, Zander says sarcastically.”
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“I did it for us, can’t you see that?” Sharron fires back. For Us! Haha, what a laugh Zander says sarcastically.
“You did it for yourself, just be honest with yourself, Zander sighs.”
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“I just wanted everyone to see how happy we are, Zander, as Sharron looks like she’s about to cry.”
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“Sharron, you wanted to parade US around like we’re a happily engaged couple, Zander scoffs.
What’s wrong with that, Zander?”
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“BECAUSE Sharron, we both know that’s not true, Zander smirked.
Be real, You just wanted to rub it into people’s faces. We both know we’re not that happy loving couple, Zander sighs, give it a rest already, frowns Zander.
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“Sharron mumbles, “Wow, is that what you really think of us? Do you always have to think the worst of me, Zander?”
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“Sharron, tell me it’s not true? I told you No press. It’s just a simple get-together with some friends and family that we haven’t seen in a while, Zander says exasperated.
Sharron, don’t you get it, we did it this way so we could have some privacy, Zander says sighing. Zander looks at Sharron angrily, “I wasn’t even the one who set this up, and you knew this. No one should’ve known we were even here. Zander says sighing.”
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“I’m sorry, Zander. I just thought…”
That’s what you always say, and to be honest, I’m tired of hearing it, Zander frowns.
Honestly, I don’t know what to say to you anymore, Sharron. I don’t even want to hear your excuses. Zander turns around, walking away,
ZANDER!! ZANDER!! You’ll regret walking out on me, screams Sharron.
The only thing I’m regretting, Sharron, is that I should have done this sooner. Zander spats back.
Zander, you don’t mean that, Sharron exclaims.
We have had this same argument so many times. Honestly, I’m over it, Zander says angrily.
Zander turns and looks at Sharron one last time. I enjoy my privacy. You enjoy the front cover of magazines.
I think it’s time for us to sit down and talk. Because WE don’t seem to be working, Zander says exasperatedly. I’m not even sure we want the same things anymore, sighs Zander.
I’m sorry, Zander. I really am. Sharron says pitifully. I wish I could believe that. I really do, Zander sighs.
Zander, please, Sharron begs.
We can talk about this later, Zander says calmly. Right now, our friends and family are waiting for us, Zander turns and starts walking away.
Fine, let’s go. Sharron says quietly.
Sharron walks forward trying to take Zander’s hand. Zander smirks and continues to walk away.
You’re going to regret doing that to me. I promise you that. Sharron mumbles to herself.
I can’t believe he acted like that, Rose. Who does he think he is? Sharron says nonchalantly.
Sharron, you’re engaged to the billionaire’s most eligible bachelor. He’s ruthless, handsome, Rose starts to explain… yes, yes, I know, Sharron hums back. He’s the businessman of the year, six years in a row. He accomplished this all before he was twenty-four, Sharron says sarcastically.
Zander is only twenty-three years old. His birthday is in a month. Can you imagine where he will be when he’s in his thirties? Rose says excitedly.
Every company wants to work with him. Every man would like to be him. Every woman wants him. Plus, he still makes time for his family and friends. Do you know how rare that is? Rose gushes out.
He’s gorgeous, 5’11” with dark, messy brown hair and piercing blue eyes. He exudes an air of sophistication that makes him appear like a magazine cover model. His long legs, accentuated by an eight-pack, create a striking visual appeal that leaves one wanting to explore further. He’s also kind, generous, and he loves you. What more could you want? Most women would die to be in your shoes. Rose blurts out
. “I know…I know, but we both know why I’m doing this,” Sharron explains.
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I told you to forget about Everett. He’s already with someone else,” Rose says exasperatedly. “I know, but I can’t help myself,” Sharron whines.
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I personally would take Zander over Everett anytime,” Rose grins. “Yes, I know. Sharron sighs. You’ve told me that like a thousand times as Sharron rolls her eyes.”
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I don’t know why I even bother talking to you!” Rose says laughing. “Because I’m your best friend, and you know better than to f*** me over,” Sharron says smiling at Rose. “True, but you don’t have to be such a b**** about it,” exclaimed Rose.
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Sharron, leave Everett alone before you lose Zander. When you do finally lose him, you’re going to regret it,” Rose sighed.
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No, I won’t, not if I have Everett,” Sharron says dreamlike.
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Everett is not half the man Zander is. Smirks Rose. “That’s your point of view, not mine,” Sharron says frustrated.
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I can’t believe this. He’s on the cover! Again! Shouts Everett. “Who are we talking about, sir?” Thomas asks calmly. “I’m talking about Zander Walker!! Everett shouts. Who else would I be talking about, Everett says sarcastically.”
He has the woman I want!” Everett pouts. “ What about Ms. Jade, sir?” Thomas asks. “ What about her? I take care of her, don’t I?” Everett claims. Thomas mumbles to himself, “We both know she’s just a toy until you get who you really want.”
Sharron is who I want, and I will have her. Everett explains. Thomas, I know you love Jade. “She’s a gorgeous woman. She’s five foot nine, has a great a**, nice t**s, with luscious curves, long sultry legs, with long wavy brown hair, with mesmerizing hazel green eyes. She’s kind, respectful, down-to-earth, and friendly to everyone.
Everyone who meets her just seems to love her, except for me.” She’s not who I want. So stop with the Jade thing and just go fetch her. Everett said rudely. Understood, Sir, Thomas replies.
I want Sharron, and I will do anything to have her, grins Everett. You wanted me, Everett? Jade says softly. “ How many times do I have to tell you, Jade, you will address me as Sir. Everett says angrily, smacking Jade in the face.
I…I’m sorry, Sir. I…I didn’t mean to. Jade says shaking. Just go, Jade, get out of my sight. I will deal with you later, Everett says smirking.
Bowing her head, Jade walks out of the room holding her face with tears running down her cheeks. “You would have thought by now Jade would have learned her place. I guess I’m going to have to teach her again until she gets it right.” Everett says excitedly.
I can’t believe how stupid this young Master of mine is, Thomas sighs. He has a precious gem, and of course, he only thinks of Sharron. Thomas mumbles to himself frustrated.
“Sharron is pretty, comes from a good family, but her attitude lacks. She is all about prestige and what she can get out of the situation.” Thomas says to himself reflecting on the past.
“I thought young Master got over her when he decided to get with Ms. Jade, but he only abuses her. Each day is getting worse.
I don’t know what the young Master is thinking. If I didn’t take care of him his whole life, I personally would think something is wrong with him.”
I have to find a way to help Ms. Jade. The young Master watches everything she does. He’s going to kill her if I don’t help her.
She’s too good for him. She doesn’t deserve how he treats her.
I’m not sure what he sees in Sharron, but I can’t stand the woman. Jade would have been much better suited for him, but he’s too blind to see it.
So for now, I’ll keep an eye on Ms. Jade till I can help her escape this nightmare of a place.” Thomas thinks to himself.
Are you okay, Thomas? Asks Everett. Yes, young Master, I’m fine. I will go and check on Ms. Jade. Then I will start dinner for the both of you, replies Thomas. Thomas? Yes, Master Everett?
Thomas replies with his head bowed. Please make sure Jade gets cleaned up for dinner,
Everett says calmly. Yes, young Master, as you wish, replies Thomas. You’re excused.
Thank you, Sir. “ I honestly don’t know what to do. Even his friends and family tell him to leave Sharron alone now that she’s with Zander. They don’t want problems with him or his company. Just the other day, his parents talked to him. They know how ruthless Zander is, so they don’t want any part in upsetting him. I just wish the young Master would understand and do as his parents are telling him. Sharron will only bring disaster to the St.James family. I can only hope he comes to his senses before it’s too late.” Thomas sighs to himself.
Knocking on the door, Ms. Jade? Jade opens the door, yes, Mr. Thomas?
I was told by the young Master for you to clean up and get ready for dinner.
It will be ready in an hour. Yes, Mr. Thomas, thank you. My pleasure, Ms. Jade. Thomas sighs, as he can clearly see the mark he’s left on the poor girl’s face.
Jade lowers her head and walks back into the room, closing the door behind her.
Hi everyone, hope you are enjoying the book. Please let me know what you think or if you have any ideas of what you think should happen. Can’t wait to hear your reply.
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Plindsey