Chapter 169: Chapter 169

(Vivienne)

I sat there by the edge of the seat fiddling with my hands which felt too cold like I was sitting in a cold room. The VC was going through some files when I came in and he asked me to wait for a while. Looking at him he wasn't as scary as most students said he was. I met him countless times in these three eyes at his house when Alexis invited me and so far he was a kind man.

He looked just like Alexis, especially her black hair although Alexis took her mom's blue eyes. Surprisingly she had eyes just like mine but I shook my head as I waited for him to finish up

After some time he carefully shoved some files away and closed his laptop and took off his specs and set them aside

"Welcome Miss Payton," he said, rubbing his hands together. His voice was low and calm which made me relax as I exhaled silently and nodded with a warm smile

"I'm surprised about you...you are wonderful...as you know our school is nothing but the best in the region," he said as he looked at me with a blank expression. Not sure if he did that but I failed to read his mind nor say anything. I knew the school was the best when I came here. To get the best education that would take me places

"You are just a year from completing this… in a matter of days everyone will be leaving to their assigned companies for their internship" he proceeded as he said and with every word he said. I grew nervous. I was so agitated that I just wanted him to cut to the chase and tell me why he called me here personally

"I took it upon myself to monitor you and so far I'm impressed with you young lady...I'm not trying to play favorites just because you are my daughter's friend" he added and this time I nodded agreeing with him. Many would think I would get favored just because Alexis was my friend but I wanted to get this on my merit

"I planned to get Alex the best and well I thought of recommending you to the best company I know...you are lucky Ms. Payton...it seems you are exceptional," he said with chuckles which brought out his eyes. I smiled back despite the way my heart was beating rapidly from anxiety

"Sir thank you so much...I'll take whatever you give me," I said for the first time and I was surprised how my voice was low and hoarse nearly cracking as if I had gone a day without drinking any water

"That's the spirit and well...a friend of mine visited me, unfortunately...I was supposed to send him an email with your information since my daughter already got accepted at his company" he said and I looked at him waiting for the verdict. He paused and picked up his specs. I wondered why he was keeping me silent and who the man was.

"I'm surprised how he gave you a spot without question... Ms. Payton, the man I'm talking about, is a well-known businessman...his company is successful all across the world, and many long to be a part of it," he said and by now I was confused. Who was it and if his company was one of the best then wasn't he supposed to be open to new students and new ideas. For some reason, I felt the man in question was an arrogant man. Typically, rich successful men, thought the world revolves around them

"I decided to send you to London for your internship... I'm sure you'll do wonders under the man's tutorage... congratulations Ms. Payton" he said and Immediately he mentioned the city I was trying to avoid. My heart stopped beating instantly. I didn't know what to do or react even when he was smiling at me happy about it.

I wanted to refuse, part of me wanted to scream no I don't want to go there but this was not in my hands. Obviously, the VC went through so much trouble to get nothing but the best for me but the idea of going back to London didn't cross my mind and now all I did was smile at the VC

"Thank you so much, sir...I truly appreciate this...you are a good man" I said, meaning every word that I said. He truly was wonderful. Ever since I came here I've received nothing but love. I thought things would be so difficult for me but that wasn't the case

"You'll leave by tomorrow and don't worry the school will pay for the accommodation and I'll send the details of the company once you reach London," he said and got back to his work. I nodded at him and prepared to leave the office, I felt powerless as I dragged myself away to embrace my fate. It seemed I was bound to go back to my roots to a place I was running away from

"So...tell me something"Alexis rushed to me and said immediately I left the office and closed the door. She seemed happy as if she already knew what going to happen and seeing her smiling from ear to ear I sighed and pushed my hair back exhaling heavily

"It seems we are stuck together," I said, and before I could finish the words she threw herself in my arms and hugged me like some bear. She was happier than I was and that made me sad

"I told you dad would handle this...now let's go and pack our luggage... tomorrow we are leaving baby!"Alexis said with cheers as she let go of me and did a dance. I wanted to laugh at how silly she looked but Alexis was this way. She was cheerful and reminded me of myself sometimes. I used to be this way, I loved bringing smiles to people's faces but life hit me hard and changed everything.

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"So first we need to pack nice clothes...I'm more into catching hot men maybe a hot boss"Alexis said and she threw around her clothes scattering everything on the bed that I was left with no choice but to gather whatever she threw around because not just hers but she was busy selecting my clothes

"We are not going to trap men for goodness's sake...be serious" I didn't even know why her father let go far when she was something else

"I saw the man and he's super handsome...he came to our place...dad invited him for dinner apparently he was in town for some business related matters," Alexis said, twirling around and my eyes narrowed questionably. It seemed the man in question was in town and if Alexis saw him then she could tell me what he looks like and if he was arrogant like most CEOs

"So how does he look like"I asked casually not trying to sound weird or anything and she giggled as she stopped what she was doing and dropped on the bed

"Didn't see him that much...mom didn't allow me to attend dinner...I think the man is such a big deal although I heard his voice...damn so manly so deep and so fruity"Alexis said dramatically throwing her hands in the hair and grabbing a pillow and hugging it on her chest and closing her eyes. Of course, I didn't say anything but I continued packing my things. I was nervous, I knew going back to my hometown would get me to see the man I wanted more than anything. It was like fate was pulling me back to where it all started and tomorrow things would change and I didn't know what would happen next

"So let's grab something to eat and sleep early so that we can wake up early tomorrow…"Alexis said as she dialed something on her phone. I wasn't ready to cook dinner so she could also order takeaway. I was so anxious about this that I couldn't stop thinking. Back home was where I met the most handsome man that ever existed. He was kind and gentle in everything he did. Despite how wealthy he was he never treated anyone badly. I recall the night I gave my first to him

I was so nervous, I thought he would hurt me or laugh at me because I was inexperienced but he didn't. What we had that night didn't seem like we did it for the first time, it was magical

The feeling of having him close to me, his touch, his kisses always made me go crazy

"Okay...so...umm daydreaming" I  was startled by Alexis as I looked at her and found her staring at me. I was lying in my bed and she was in hers. I didn't know I was holding the pillows so close to my chest and feeling awkward I cleared my throat and adjusted into a good sleeping position

"So you still haven't confirmed yet who makes you like that...by now I know you, Vivienne…''Alexis added in a low tone. I didn't dare answer or react but I cursed that day I got drunk and ended up telling her things "it's like you are hiding so much pain...that man you once told me about...you still love him right?" she asked, looking at me with a serious expression leaving me helpless. She was a good friend of mine and although I didn't want to share my private affairs with anyone I felt Alexis was someone I could confide in

"Maybe I do...I think about him all the time...but I can't do that" I said but shook my head because I had no right to think about him

"And the man...is he...in London," she asked and I nodded repeatedly. She didn't react but bit her lower lip as if digesting what I told her

"Then you better get enough rest because you are going back...and I can't guarantee you that you won't meet him because you will eventually see him, "Alexis remarked and dragged her blanket up to her chest and I exhaled loudly and laid on my back and stared at the ceiling. She was right, I had to be strong. I was going to meet Victor once more. so many things had changed over the past three years. I was scared knowing I didn't have any strength to face him.

**THE END**