Tangeled Hearts

Tangeled Hearts 2

Narrator:

The Zahn family arrived, and leading them was a young woman dressed in an

elegant blue gown, adorned with silver jewelry and matching silver high heels. Her

brown eyes gleamed under the soft lights. It was Bianca—Barbara’s friend.

As they entered, Jack’s parents welcomed them warmly, but Jack was nowhere to

be found—he had already driven off in anger. The parents from both families sat down

and began their conversation, unaware of Jack’s whereabouts.

POV: Jack

I can’t believe my parents arranged a marriage for me when I was just a child. How

could they make such a life-changing decision without even telling me?

I grip the steering wheel tightly, my knuckles turning white. My head is spinning with

frustration. I need to clear my mind.

I won’t return to that house—not now. I need a drink. I’m going to the bar.

…………

Narrator:

Jack stayed at the bar until midnight. He had consumed far more alcohol than he

should have, and now, he was heavily intoxicated. His mind was clouded, his

movements sluggish.

POV: Jack

Where should I go?

I stumble slightly as I leave the bar, my head swimming. Then an idea strikes me.

Barbara... Yes, I should go see Barbara!

That’s a great idea. She’ll understand me. She always does.

Narrator:

Jack got into his car and drove to Barbara’s house, still in a drunken state. His vision

was blurry, and his hands were unsteady on the wheel, but his determination pushed

him forward.

When he arrived, he staggered out of the car and made his way to her front door.

Without hesitation, he started knocking—loudly.

"Barbara!" he called out, his voice slurred. "Open the door!"

POV: Barbara

Who could be knocking at this hour? I wondered. Maybe it’s Bianca.

I walked to the door, rubbing my sleepy eyes, but the moment I opened it, I froze. Jack

stood there, looking completely drunk. His clothes were disheveled, and he could barely

keep his balance.

Without a word, I helped him inside and guided him to the bathroom to freshen up. I

didn’t have any men’s clothes, so I had no choice but to give him my pink top and a pair

of grey sweatpants.

COMM: Jack’s Parents’ House

Bianca and her parents had come to Jack’s house to meet him, but he was nowhere to

be found. His sudden disappearance at such a crucial moment left them confused.

They decided to return later, still unaware of why he wasn’t home.

Bianca, on the other hand, felt disappointed. Even though she had never met Jack

before, she had always been fond of him. Her parents had spoken highly of him since

she was a child, painting a perfect image of the man she was supposed to marry.

POV: Jack

When I arrived at Barbara’s house, she was clearly shocked to see me. She didn’t say

much, just led me to the bathroom so I could clean up.

After freshening up, she handed me some clothes. I looked at them—pink? I had never

worn this color in my life. I hesitated but ultimately put them on, feeling a little

embarrassed.

Before going to bed, I called my assistant and asked him to bring me a fresh set of

clothes in the morning.

Narrator:

The next morning, Barbara was in the kitchen preparing breakfast when she heard a

knock at the door. She wiped her hands and went to open it.

Standing outside was Bianca. She walked in and immediately noticed Jack,

comfortably sleeping on the couch. Her gaze lingered on him, taking in his appearance.

Although he’s handsome, he doesn’t look rich, she thought. He’s definitely not suitable

for Barbara. But what bothered her even more was the fact that he was wearing her

friend’s clothes.

Without hesitation, she grabbed a cup of water and poured it on Jack.

“Ahhh!” Jack shouted, startled awake. The noise made Barbara rush out of the kitchen.

Bianca crossed her arms and scoffed. “So you’re the one spending my friend’s hard-

earned money?”

Jack, still groggy, had no time to react before Bianca started hurling insults at him. He

was completely caught off guard. Fortunately, Barbara stepped in to calm her down.

“Bianca, stop! You don’t understand. Let me explain,” Barbara said firmly. She quickly

recounted the events of the previous night.

Jack, still recovering from the rude awakening, finally managed to ask, “And who exactly

are you?”

Barbara sighed and replied, “This is my friend, Bianca.”

Jack narrowed his eyes. “She’s your friend, so I’ll let this slide. But if she wasn’t, I would

have made sure no company in this country ever employed her,” he said, his voice laced

with irritation.

Bianca glared at him. “And who are you to decide my future? Do you even know who my

fiancé is?”

Barbara blinked in shock. “Your fiancé?”

Bianca flipped her hair. “Yes, that’s what I was going to tell you! I’m getting engaged next

week. Will you come?”

Barbara smiled. “Of course, I wouldn’t miss my friend’s engagement.”

A few moments later, Jack’s assistant arrived with his clothes. Jack wasted no time

changing into his usual style—a crisp blue-black shirt that accentuated his broad

shoulders and toned muscles.

As Bianca watched him leave with Barbara, a wave of regret washed over her. Maybe I

was too harsh on him… she thought.

Now alone in the apartment, she let out a frustrated sigh.

COMM: Jack’s car

“I’m sorry for what my friend did to you. She is very naïve” Barbara said. “I am not

worried about that “Jack said and they set off to work. When they got there, all eyes

were on them as Jack and Barbara made an entrance.

POV: Barbara

As soon as we got to the office, there was an awkwardly loud silence and a very

heavy atmosphere present. While everyone was still staring, I walked to his office with

him. He told me why he was drunk.

POV: Jack

When we got to the office, I told her all about the arranged marriage and how pissed

I was to hear that. Our eyes locked for a moment and to my surprise she made me a cup

of coffee and told me to chill. She then asked me if I had anyone in mind to reject the

proposal.

POV: Barbara

I asked Jack if he had anyone in mind in order to reject the proposal made by his

parents. I expected a reply but he kept staring at me from my feet straight up to my face

and looked directly into my eyes. It was almost as if he could read every single thing on

my mind right now. My blood began to boil, literally, I shivered, the temperature in the

room suddenly became a 100degrees. I just wanted to disappear at that moment. He

moved closer and closer to me. Every step he took, stole my breath away. He moved so

close that my back was now against the wall and his hands at both sides of my face. I

just stared into his green eyes and to his lips. His lips were just an inch from mine so I

closed my eyes expecting a kiss only to receive a gentle pat on my head.

POV: Jack

As I stared at Barbara from her long slender legs to her beautiful flustered face and

to her luscious lips, I wanted to devour her at that moment. Knowing that it wasn’t the

right time to take her I restrained heated self with so much self-control and gently patted

her head. I could see disappointment etched all over her face and even though I am

dying to make her mine and mine only, I know I have to take my time.

POV: Barbara

I really thought he was going to kiss me. At this point, I don’t know whether I am

disappointed or angry at the fact that he didn’t kiss me. I was just too shy so I ran from

his office and went straight to my office. thoughts of what happened in his office were

flashing through my throughout the day.

…….. Working hours are over so they left the office together………

COMM: Jack’s parents house

Jack returned home to meet his parents sitting on the couch and anger written all

over their faces. He was smiling and walking thinking about what had happened in his

office. “Jack where are you coming from?!?” Jack’s mom asked angrily. “Mom, I don’t want to deal with this right now can we talk about it later.” Jack asked in a rhetorical

manner. The happy expression on his face now turned into a cold one. He set off to his

room with the cold expression still on his face.

COMM: Barbara’s apartment

Barbara reached home to meet Bianca sitting on her couch and watching TV.

“Barbara, the guy that was here this morning, who is he?” Bianca asked. “He looked like

a weirdo at first but when he changed and wore his suit, he looked very handsome.” She

added. “yes, he is the cutest right? Well, he is my boss and the friend I met at the bar”

Bianca said. Barbara told Bianca about the guy and the big crush she has on him.

“Wait a second, Bianca what are you doing here?” Barbara asked. “I came to talk to you

about my engagement. It’s tomorrow and I know you have a great fashion sense so

please dress me up. You are going with me to every event.” Bianca replied.

……..The next day…..

[At the girls make up room]

Barbara and Bianca arrived at the hotel where the venue was going to be held. Barbara

took Bianca other make up room. The make-up artiste dressed her up and did her make

up beautifully. She wore a sparkling floral pink dress with lots of jewellery and her hair in

a neat bun with a pink scrunchy and a pair of pink stilettos whiles Barbara was wearing

a black floral printed two-piece attire which consisted of an off-shoulder crop top and a

long skirt which was reaching to her toes and a pair of peach coloured high heels.

Barbara look more beautiful than Bianca. Barbara walked Bianca down the aisle and

Jack’s parents arrived. They found Barbara to be more beautiful than the bride. Everyone

at the ceremony was busy eating and drinking. When it was 1pm, an announcement

was made and the would-be bride was taken to the stage. They waited patiently for the

groom to arrive. It was 1:50pm and the groom hadn’t yet arrived so the engagement was

cancelled.

POV: Bianca’s parents

If your son doesn’t have the nerve to marry our daughter, then why bother asking

for an agreement?!? They asked, referring to Jack’s parents.

POV: Jack’s mom

We’re so sorry for our son’s behaviour. We don’t know why he’s been behaving this

way these days. Please we will Talk to him.

COMM: The office

POV: Jack

I have a meeting at the office today so I have to get there early so I wont be late for my

flight. I called Barbara and told her I was going to the states for some important

business and I will be back in two weeks. After the call, I went to the company to finish

up with the meeting and hurried to catch my flight forgetting to inform my parents.

COMM: The engagement party

(Bianca’s room)

POV: Bianca

…[sobbing]….

My life is completely ruined. What kind of man does this?!? Barbara, I don’t know

why he doesn’t want to marry me. Am I not perfect? Why is this happening to me? …

does he have a girlfriend or maybe he likes someone else. WHYY!![crying]. “It’s okay

Bianca. There is nothing to worry about. Maybe, there is a behind it, if not there are a lot

of guys in the world that would want a beautiful and wonderful bride like you” Barbara

said trying to reassure me.

Narrator:

Jack had an older brother who was coming back from the states without telling

anyone. He was living in the states mainly because he had a big fight with his brother

about the company. Manuel, Jack’s brother wasn’t really taking care of the company

well so they passed the company on to Jack. That created conflict between the two

brothers because they were very close and Manuel then felt betrayed.

Manuel arrived home to see his parents angrily sitting on the couch. They were very

happy to see him but there was a lot of sadness behind that happy smile on their faces.

Manuel asked what happened and they told him everything but he didn’t care. His

brother’s problem was not his problem. He went up to freshen himself up an he came

back down to watch TV.

Bianca walked into the house, She thought Manuel was her fiancé so she went to

him, snapped the remote out of his hand, sat on his lap and crossed her hands around

his neck. Manuel also kindly placed his hands on her waist. Manuel is a playboy so he

thought it was one of his girls. Bianca gave him a peck and asked” Why didn’t you come

to the engagement!? I was really sad” “So you are the girl my brother doesn’t want to

marry?” Manuel said. Bianca got up immediately and shouted din shock “BROTHER?!?,

he has a brother??!” “yes I am his brother that no one knows about” Manuel said.

They sat down and started chatting since Manuel didn’t want to talk about his

brother, he told Bianca the place he works at. After talking for a long while, Bianca left.

COMM: Barbara’s apartment

Bianca walked into Barbara’s apartment happily. Barbara was shocked and asked

“Bianca, why are you so happy? Weren’t you crying a while ago?” “Yes, I found it about

the company my fiancé works at. He works at the most famous high class company in

the world. The Gu and Shen company.” Bianca replied. “The company is the

combination of Jack’s parents names and I work there. You can come there next week

because that’s when the CEO would be in. Do you know which apartment he works in?”

Barbara said. “No, I don’t know and you work there?... okay” Bianca said. “Yh I work

there.” Barbara replied.