SNATCHING THE BEST FRIEND OF MY EX-BOYFRIEND

Episode 5: Breakdown

Angelina Pov,

The meeting was a success. The project and deal were finalized without any issues. Mr. Kingston was thoroughly impressed with our products and wasted no time in agreeing to make a deal with our company. Ms. Andriana and Mr. Johnson were ecstatic about the deal and are planning to throw a grand party to celebrate our first successful partnership with the Alpha Stone Company. Ms. Andriana and I had a lot of preparations to make for the party, and we didn't have much time. We followed our plan and worked efficiently. I was so occupied with arranging everything that I even forgot about Mr. Kingston.

"Ms. Angelina, can I ask you something?" Ms. Andriana suddenly asked me in the middle of our party preparations. I was confused as she could have asked me directly instead of seeking permission to ask me something. "Is something bothering you, Ms. Andriana? You don't need to ask for my permission to ask me anything," I replied. We are childhood friends and behave professionally at work, but we are crazy outside of work. She smiled at my reply.

"When I introduced Mr. Kingston to you in the meeting room, I noticed you looked shocked," said Ms. Andriana. "Have you met him before?" At that moment, I remembered Mr. Kingston - the person I had a one-night stand with three years ago. I had forgotten about him due to my busy preparations for the party. I didn't know how to respond to Ms. Andriana, and my face turned pale and sad. Memories flooded back, and my heart ached. I can't forget everything that happened three years ago. The emotions I held back at the meeting room were now overwhelming, and my eyes started to tear up. My mind raced with thoughts, and I felt vulnerable again. For the past three years, I tried to escape from everything that happened, but it all came rushing back.

Why is he suddenly appearing in front of me now? Why is God giving me this pain again now? What is Fate's plan for my life now? For the past three years, I have been living a peaceful life with my two baby boys. Oh my God! My babies. I couldn't control myself and started to cry. "Angel! Angel! Angel! Why are you crying?" Ms. Andriana asked me in panic. I knelt as I cried out of my heart. Ms. Andriana was unsure of what was happening to me, which made her look panicked and helpless. However, she tried her best to comfort me, as she always does when I'm feeling down. She has been my constant companion for the past three years, never leaving my side. She is my guardian. She knows everything about what happened to me three years ago. After some time, I stopped crying. Thank God we are alone at Ms. Andriana's cabin. I didn't want others to see me in this vulnerable state. Only Mr. Andriana and Mr. Johnson has witnessed me like this."

"Are you OK Angel?" Ms. Andriana asked me. Outside of work, she always refers to me as 'Angel' and I address her as 'Andri'. I couldn't bring myself to lie to her about Mr. Kingston, so I decided to come clean. As soon as I finished telling her everything, she sat there in silence, looking absolutely stunned. "Did you say that Mr. Kingston was the person with whom you had a one-night stand three years ago? Mr. Kingston is the CEO of the Alpha Stone Company and the number one billionaire businessman in New York City. He is the father of Roman and Raymond." She asked me in shock. I nodded my head in response as I bowed my head down.

I'm tired of everything. From now onwards, I have to face him at every meeting according to our business terms. I can't avoid him. I have to face him. But now, the most important matter to me is about my two baby boys. I'm afraid that if Mr. Kingstone finds out about them, what would he do? Would he take them away from me? I had a one-night stand with a billionaire and had his children. How will he react if he finds out about them? I'm not concerned about myself, but I care deeply about my children. They are the reason why I'm now leading a peaceful life, even though I've gone through so much in the past. My children are my source of happiness and without them, I would be nothing. Three years ago, I lost my parents, siblings, and best friends due to a mistake I made.

"Angel, I didn't know what to say," Andriana said as she hugged me. I needed this hug so much. In this situation, her embrace made me feel so relaxed. I thank God for placing someone like her by my side when I'm in this state. "I understand, Andri. I was able to keep my emotions in check during the meeting, but when you asked me about him, I couldn't help but break down. This deal is very important for our business, and I don't want to create any problems. I want to keep my personal life separate from work. However, I am worried about my children. He is a billionaire and the father of my children, who happen to be heirs to the Alpha Stone Company. I fear that he might use his money and power to take them away from me. I don't have the same resources as he does, so I'm not sure how to handle this situation. I don't care about money or luxury; all I want is a peaceful and happy life with my children." I ramble like a fool because I was afraid.

"Angel! Andriana yelled at me and I flinched. My eyes were blurred with tears as I glanced at her. "Can you take a moment to calm down and relax? Why are you talking nonsense? Don't overthink. Roman and Raymond will be with you for the rest of your life. In every situation, you have my dad and me with you. Did you believe that we would not be able to help or support you? Don't make a decision until something happens. Do you understand me?" Andriana asked as I nodded my head in response. Without any occurrences, I don't need to be afraid of anything. I'm putting too much thought into it. "I'm anxious about your well-being. You are going through a panic attack. It's important to take care of your health. If you are not healthy, how can my baby boys survey? Their love for you is intense." She brought back memories of my panic attack. Andriana is correct, I have to get over this. I might have had a panic attack if not.

"I need you to get up now, we have to go pick up our baby boys from daycare. You're not in the right state of mind to work at the moment. Take a leave of absence and spend some time relaxing with the kids. As for the party, I'll speak to my father and let him know that you won't be able to attend. I'll explain everything to him, and I'm sure he'll understand," Andrian said. "Andri, I can't skip the party. As a secretary, it's my responsibility to attend," I replied.

"I have come to the realization that I can no longer run away from my problems. Three years ago, I made the mistake of running away like a coward from my problem. However, now I have a reason to face my problems and fight for my children. I cannot continue to hide from the world any longer. Three years of avoiding the reality of my life is enough. The people around me have disowned me and caused me pain because of the mistake I made. Their actions have hurt me and broken me to a great extent.

I won't allow anyone to come too close to me and my children to hurt us anymore. The mistake I made three years ago had a big impact on me and my loved ones. However, this doesn't mean that my loved ones can hurt me to an extent that makes me lose all hope for the future. They didn't give me the opportunity to explain my point of view. I admit that I made a mistake, but I have my reasons. Why is everyone blaming only me for the mistake? Why didn't they trust me and give me a chance to prove myself?

I am going to attend the party and prove to Mr. Kingston that I am no longer the weak girl who could not defend herself three years ago. Though I was weak before, I have changed a lot in these past three years and learned to face my problems. The pain I suffered in the past taught me to defend myself from those who might hurt me. I won't show any vulnerability to him again. Instead, I will show him how strong and powerful I am as a woman. Additionally, I need to protect my children at all costs. I don't want them to suffer because of me. The suffering and pain will end with me, and I don't want anyone to say anything negative about my children if they come to know about them," I explained to Andri.

"That's my girl. Angel, you are the strongest woman I've ever met. Three years ago, I witnessed you in a state of vulnerability and brokenness that was beyond repair. You have to demonstrate to others that you are not the same girl who could be hurt by anyone. I was scared that you would become weak again when I witnessed your breakdown earlier. However, you have now proved it to be incorrect. Let's show the people who you are and how strong and powerful you are." Andriana cheered me as I smiled at her.

LET'S GET READY FOR PARTY AND FACE MR. KINGSTON.