I’m Someone Else

Yet, she’s Dominic’s only family and a girl. She’d feel hurt if I said no. “Not tonight. I have plans.” He had promised Olivia to go shopping with her that night and he wasn’t about to break that promise.

“What about the day after?”

Thomas gave it some thought. Not at night. I can’t leave Olivia alone at night. He said he could make it if it was in the afternoon.

Zoe was delighted. After all, Thomas agreed to her invitation. “Sure thing, Thomas. See you soon.” She hung up happily.

Olivia and Molly came back to the office a while later, and Olivia dragged Thomas away. “Time for lunch.”

Thomas looked at her. He was in no mood for lunch. The message Harrison left for him was still ringing in his ears. In less than six months, she’s going to be made into a sacrifice. “I’m fine. You ladies go ahead.” He lit up a cigarette and started smoking.

“No. You’re going to fall sick if you don’t eat,” said Olivia sternly. “And can you stop smoking? It’s bad for your health. This whole place is turning into a fog-filled room.” She snatched the cigarette from him and stubbed it out in the ashtray. “Now come with me. We’re having lunch.”

sighed and followed Olivia to

the corridor where Thomas was, and he said,

“What is it?”

company. Even without me, she can lead this company to greater heights. My work here is done.” Rafael smiled. He had to say that Olivia was a business genius. She learned things

He thought it would take Olivia at least two weeks to be able to take over. It hasn’t even

else, but not her. She’s famous for a reason. She has the looks and capabilities. Since I’m no longer needed here, I shall leave tomorrow. I’ve told Miss Pearson about it.” Rafael was staring at Thomas with anticipation. Olivia agreed to let him leave, but her decision was moot unless Thomas agreed to it

Irieson any longer, and he wouldn’t force him to stay around. Besides, Thomas trusted Olivia.

back into his office for his

know Miss Pearson’s a lot better than I am, but that’s not the only thing love is built on.

was no longer there. He had gone back into the office. Molly heaved a sigh and left,

be done at a

the gas pedal and drove to