The Unknown
The cold weather rush in with a sting on my bare skin , waking up to realize it was the month of July . A month I prayed for to come and finally it was here, and I ought to be happy but then a sudden mood swing set in and I wonder why , yet I couldn't even find answers within me.
I am Rhianna Steve , in the mind of people I am strange. To some I'm weird while to another I'm a precious jewel, one wouldn't want to lose but yeah maybe they're right . Most times I feel like I'm an alien who was born into another world, because everything I do feels different yet I don't understand myself.
Have you ever been in a kind of situation where everything seems different to you ? well I don't expect answer to my question but one thing is for sure I am in that kind of situation. I'm the daughter of the famous tycoon Steve Lee, the CEO of Lee Tech. Everyone sees me as the future heiress but I see a different version of myself, sounds crazy right?.
Yeah this month reminds me of my mom, it's a pity she couldn't witness how big her daughter had turned into.
Death was just so blunt to take her away, I couldn't even enjoy the warmth of motherhood. Sometimes I wondered if my mom was still alive maybe I wouldn't have turned into a weirdo. I could have been brought up to be a young lady , one who's feared by all. Well don't mind me it's just my funny thought.
Mom I hope you did be proud of me wherever you are now, I still hold my promise to you in my heart and I will make sure I fulfill it.
Yeah this is a month I have longed waited for, a month of my independence. Finally I can do the things have longed wish for .
All that was running through Rhianna thought was that she could finally gain her independence, only if she knew that her life was about to take a sudden turn.
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Good morning miss
morning Stella
where' s my dad
Mr Lee is in his study room young lady
ok
Do u need anything miss
No, thanks
Mr Lee study room
Door opens and closes immediately
Good morning dad
My beautiful angel good morning, hope you slept well dear.
I will like to discuss something with you dear but that will be later at the office don't forget
ok dad, I won't. I will take my leave now
Dad
yes dear
please don't forget to have breakfast before going to work
I will dear thank you.
Alright dad see you at the office I will get going now.
LEE TECH
Rhianna rushed in, in hasty foot planning to meet up with her dad before he start any of his meeting just as she was about to rushed into her dad's office she bumped into someone. Who could this be, doesn't he know there are people walking around for him to watch where is going, just has she was about to explode in rage she was welcomed with the most pleasant smiles she had ever received.
Miss Rhianna are you okay; Ethan an employee of Lee Tech
Yes I am; Rhianna replied thanking God she hadn't exploded In rage
I'm really sorry I was in a hurry to catch up with a client that I didn't notice you were there; Ethan said feeling sacred
It's okay, you can go; Rhianna replied with a warm smile
Thanks Miss; Ethan said before leaving.
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Mr Lee's Office
Rhianna entered her dad's office in search of him only to be welcomed by an empty office, with so much annoyance she had to leave .
Bryant can you inform me when my dad is available
ok ma I will
Thank you, I will be leaving now
Rihanna's Office
Phong rings
Hello
yes
Miss it's Bryant, Mr Lee is less busy now
Alright I will be there now
Five minutes later
knock! knock!
come in
Good afternoon dad
My dearest sweetheart, how was your day
well dad it was great
so dad let's go straight to the point, why do you suddenly wish to see me ; Rhianna asked
ok then, prepare yourself because you will be meeting your finance by tomorrow
what!! no dad you wouldn't do this, we have talked about this and I am not getting married to anyone ; Rhianna said
Rhianna dear I'm not asking you to get married to him all you have to do is to get engaged to him ;Mr Steve said
But why should I get engaged to someone I never met or have feeling for; Rhianna asked .
You just have to, even if it's just for the contract dear, please do it for dad; Steve said.
Fine dad, I will help you but on one condition.what's your condition dear
After your contract with him is over , promise me you won't force me to take over your Lee Tech.
Fine dear I promise I won't.
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Rhianna left her dad's office with mixed feeling. The moment she thought her independence has come is now denied, the feeling of not being able to do anything about it complicated things and left her hopeless .
Now not only her independence is at stake but also her happiness, but what can she do ? Being the only child comes with certain responsibility that she alone has to shoulder on. This was the first time her dad is asking for her help and she just couldn't refuse him after all she's her father's daughter and she has to fulfill her duties .
It was just a period of time; Rhianna thought as she comforted herself with this words.
Rhianna drove straight home after comforting herself, upon arriving home she went straight to have a warm bath. After having her bath she took a book from her shelves and started reading, all she could think right there was to get off her mind from what is ahead of her.
Tomorrow was her meeting with her finance, one she knows nothing about. indeed she was in a misery and she has to fight her way out of it, for her mother's legacy she got to be strong.
At Brand Hill Restaurant
Rhianna walks in elegantly as she went straight to the receptionist.
Hello, I'm Rhianna Steve
Good ma, Mr Gilbert has been waiting for you , please follow me;
knock! knock!
Come in
Mr Gilbert, Miss Rhianna is here
Let her in
Miss Rhianna please come in
ok thank you.
As Rhianna walked in, in a gentle manner with a smile on her face she greeted. It's so nice to finally meet you Mr Gilbert.
Gilbert was lost in his fantasy, he never expected his arranged finance could be so beautiful and her gentleness stole his heart , he couldn't believe and yet could not deny he has fallen in love with her.
Rhianna was confused as to why Gilbert was staring at her like an hungry wolf , maybe he needs a wake up call.
Mr Gilbert
Ooh Miss......
Rhianna
oh yeah, Miss Rhianna , Have heard so much about you.
ok that's nice but let get straight to the point. what's the reason behind this meeting; Rhianna asked feeling so weird
wow, you sure are a blunt lady, since you like being blunt then I'm sure you know the reason for our meeting;Gilbert said
Oh yeah concerning our engagement; Rhianna said emotionlessly.
Bingo, you really seems to interest me Miss...
Rhianna; Rhianna said feeling annoyed .
ok our engagement party will be held in the next two days, I will discuss this with your father. Are you okay with that ? Gilbert asked
Sure, we will go with your arrangement. If that's all you've got to say then I will take my leave; Rhianna said
ok, let my driver take you home; Gilbert said
It's fine Mr Gilbert, I don't want to bother you, I will drive on my own;Rhianna said
I insist as your future fiancee; Gilbert said while trying to read through her
Fine then if you insist, Good bye Mr Gilbert; Rhianna replied.
Take care of yourself; Gilbert said, ok bye