Chapter 24: Chapter 24

**JESSI'S POV**

I got to the work the next day,I was the only one in the company by then but sir Bruno's car was parked outside, I looked over towards bruno's CEO office, it was locked ,I was about going to my department, when I saw him sleeping on beauty's desk.

It's been years yet he still yearning for Beauty, I wonder if he will ever move on ,it's not easy but at this rate ,he need to stop punishing himself.

I walked over to Beauty's post and tapped him gently on the shoulder.

"Are you alright sir Bruno?"I asked calmly.

He opened his eyes, yawned tiredly then he smiled back at me.

"It's my birthday today,I decided to sleepover here,since I decided not to go back home yesterday".

"All by yourself"i asked,can't believe, he slept alone in this big company though am more concerned why ,he choosed to sleep here than at his place.

"Oh I didn't sleep alone,Beauty was here too"he replied.

"Oooo...kkkk"

I replied blankly thinking if he finally gone insane.

Wait did he just said today is his birthday.

"Well happy birthday sir Bruno"i said to him,he ignored me instead, I wonder the sudden change of mood.

Then I saw the shattered bottles on the floor,he must have been drinking all night and been hard on himself.

"Did you hurt yourself sir Bruno?"I asked concerned.

"Am fine you don't have to worry about me"he mumbled and got up from the chair ,heading out of Beauty's post ,I watched him stagger towards his office.

I really hope this two are going to come together, at least maybe telling him about his son is going to make him feel better.

The cleaners came in few minutes later.

"Good morning miss Jessi"

The elderly woman waved at me.

"Goodmoring mrs Elizabeth"

"You are punctual today,congrats,what did you take for dinner,just curious"she asked.

I smiled and shrugged with my hands spread out.

"What are you trying to say Elizabeth, she is always punctual as far as am concerned"Sarah ,another cleaner said putting on her company cleaner's suits.

"Thanks Sarah for your sincerity, I have always been this punctual"i replied Sarah.

"You welcome honey".

"Really? Sarah what did she bribe you with"Elizabeth queried.

We all laughed out.

"Gigi is sick,she pleaded with me to talk to boss on her behalf"Sarah said to Elizabeth, talking about their colleague.

"Aww Gigi bless her,I hope she gets better soon".

I shook my head and skilled at them,its funny Elizabeth teased me because I was this early.

They're usually the most punctual, they got the place cleaned up ,I went back to my department,i got my works arranged and put in the office word documents and other workers too.

Then my mind went back to Bruno.

What if I told them about Jr ,and ask him to be strong and patience, I know that Beauty is still inlove with him but somehow, she is trying everything possible to get him off her heart.

One thing am sure is that ,it won't be so easy for Beauty,I wish she will just let go and follow her heart.

I should tell Bruno,everything I know about junior,I guess it will make him feel better on a second thought

No ,if beauty can trust me enough to tell me,i should respect her choice and decision, it's better i let her tell him herself .

I sighed and got up to summit my work to the editor, the senior editor was there already with our main fashion designer.

"Good morning"

I greeted no one in particular.

Mrs Grace the main designer turned to me.

"Oh it's you Jessi"

"What are your sizes again,"

"36,24,38"i replied.

"36,24,38"Mrs Grace mumbled and headed for her office.

I walked over to the editor's desk and handed over the documents.

"For the Halloween designs?"she asked.

I nodded.

"I haven the graphic samples in the flash drive,it's inside the envelope"

I told her.

"Alright,you are fast,I like that,I was worried last time you seem really lost and messed up the work i had to clean it up ,it was exhausting, hope you are feeling better now"

"I am fine really thanks"i replied nervously.

How obvious have I been these past days ,I said in my mind.

Mrs Grace returned to the editor's office.

"Guys check this out..".

The chief editor called for our attention.

Mrs Garce walked towards with a clothing in her hand, we both went over to the editor's desk.

"What's up?"Grace asked.

"Kylie Jenner wore our beauty sick design at yesterday's award ceremony,it suits her perfectly".

"She's pretty"i said admiringly.

"I think beyonce and Jennifer Lawrence also wore something from our summer designs"Mrs Grace contributed.

"Yeah I saw it too,I mean we are the best ,we make idols and celebrities look good"

I said boastfully.

"Yeah right I just love kylie's,it looks better on her than the rest"the chief editor stated.

"It does suit her but I will go for Bey"i agreed.

"I love it better on jennifer ....(she turned to me)..Here .."Mrs Grace said.

I turned to her ,she handed me a gown,I checked it out on me and I admired it.

"I love the color"i said to her.

"You should try it out,so I can check for adjustments, they're more to try out for the new fashion show, I was instructed to use kathy as the model ofcourse,I don't like that girl,she is so full of herself so I want you to be my model instead "she said and gave a cringy amile.

"Well I appreciate Mrs Grace ,hope it won't cause you trouble?"I asked heading to the changing room.

"Nahh,sir Bruno won't have a problem with you".

"Ooohhh kkk"i said absentmindedly and went inside the changing room,few minutes I came out.

"Perfecto!"she exclaimed.

The chief editor looked up from her computer and adjusted her glasses ,while staring at me for clear view I gues.

"You are a genius Grace"she gushed.

It was a perfect fit on me.

"I know honey ,I know"Grace said pridefully.

The decorating groups came and lit everywhere up.

They knew it was his day,so we had a little meeting without him for the birthday suprise,

Instead of us suprising him,well we got suprised ourselves (am not totally included).

"Oh my gosh!!!"peaches screamed loudly and pointed at the entrance to the conference hall

"Is that Beauty?"one of us asked doubtfully.

I looked towards the direction and found Shell.

Standing elegantly at the door,smiling at us like a queen in her queendom.

"What happened to her body?"one of the models whispered.

I tried to blend in and act surprised too.

"There's no way! that lady is Beauty"another said.

Shell walked to us,with a princess wave.

"Hy everyone, yeah it's me Beauty,stop with the faces already"she chuckled.

Wow she pulled that off ,she isn't even nervous they might notice ,she only acting to be Beauty.

One might suspect her new confidence but seeing her new body,well you will have to believe the confidence to be as a result of her new beauty standard body.

Those that are genuinely happy,excitedly hugged her.

I never expected that much love for Beauty(if it was actually her not Shell),I guess everyone actually adores her.

Kathy was the most disturbed of all ,she doesn't seem really happy for Beauty's return to the company,it was obviously written on her face.

She now got a competition I guess,Shell is a competitor she sure gonna lose to

"Wait Beauty what's with the new body?"

"What are you talking about kathy?"I replied, I actually said that so I can call her by the name for Shell to know her name.

Kathy ignored me and went on shaming talking to Shell.

"Am I the only one who finds this weird, this is ridiculous your chubby body suit you better,you should be proud of yourself, than going plastic"Kathy snapped

"Wow same you who called me fati,you look tensed and scared about something,oh I know....(giggles)well for your information, my body is perfect in any way,plastic or natural ,stop the hypocrisy katherine"Shell snapped back then gave her a smile .

kathy went silent out of embarrassment.

"Wow Beauty ,never snap back at anyone,I love this new Beauty".

One of the models whispered to me.

Katherine was about to finally lose it when other models started gushing over Beauty's appearance.

"You look stunning Beauty!!".

"I have always known you are a beautiful lady ".

"Do you know you have a striking resemblance with the superstar B.Shells even when you are chubby but now it's very certain,just that's your blonde ,she's not"

Clara pointed out ,not knowing she is actually B.Shells.

Others nodded in agreement ,Shell and I exchanged glances.

"Well I guess,people do look alike,I did some touch ups too"Shell said nervously.

"Do you know about this?"Kathy whispered to me.

I shrugged .

"Am as surprised as everyone else in this room"I lied.

"I vote Beauty to be pur new face of F&F,with her as the face and brain of our company we are gonna top the fashion chart".

A male colleague by name Williams suggested.

"Well we don't need a new face,we are already at the top"one of Kathy's friends pointed out.

"Having only one Visual is not smart, I go with Williams suggestion,Beauty will the a perfect visual"Peaches cuts in.

Kathy was more than furious but tried to keep her calm,she walked out of the place angrily.

I stared at Shell as she communicates easily with our colleagues. I wonder how she'll was able to know everyone, and even remember moments with them

"What's with kathy?"someone asked.

**BEAUTY'S POV**

LOCATION :THAILAND

I got home from work late and found Drew and Bruno jr playing with his toys.

I stood tiredly by the door and smiled at them.

"I am the bad guy you can't do anything"Drew said holding out a mafia toy infront of Bruno.

Drew's English improved alot,my thai is not that good, but I tried my best.

Junior laughed out and brought out his police car,he stuffed tiny police figures into it.

"It is a crime case,a car chase!!"he shouted and started chasing after Drew's mafia toy.

I cleared my throat, they noticed me.

"Mom's back"

Drew told Bruno, who ran with his little legs towards me,he higher my knees,I carried him and kissed him.

"Thanks for taking care of him Drew "

"It's a pleasure, a busy day at work today I guess "he said putting on his shirt.

I nodded.

He stood up with his hands thrust in his pocket, walking slowly towards me.

Drew is one of those men that you can say are just too handsome to be real,he is also very kind to me,super kind like he is secretly confessions.

His smile reminds me of Bruno's.

"They allowed you to get him from school?"i asked,and put Bruno jr gently down to his feet.

"It was a tough one but thankfully junior recognized me so they let me take him".

"Thank goddess"i said in relief.

"Also I made some cereals for him,suprisely he loved it,I thought I would be awful at it"

He chuckled, I laughed with him.

"You are a God sent Drew,I really appreciate.

We have been friends this two years,he was like a family to me,he listens and helps in anyway he can ,and still I wasn't able to feel anytime for him,but his case was different, he never stop confessing to me.

"I made you something too"

He said going back to the kitchen folding his shirt sleeves up to his arms ,his biceps were huge and attractive.

"You came back from work,got Bruno from school ,took care of him and prepared something for me?you shouldn't have,it's stressful".

I complained.

He laughed alittle .

"Well I enjoy doing this things for you,and am not complaining am i?"he said tartly.

I carried Bruno to where his toys are,he grabbed one and focused on it.I pulled off my jacket and walked to the room to change.

After I came back to help in the kitchen, but he was done already.

He came out with a tray of food,put it down on the table

"It's my favorite traditional thai food,taste and tell me what you think"he asked excitedly.

I gazed at bowl of food on the table,staring at it,my mouth watery.

He came and sat on the chair next to mine,I struggled to eat it.

"Here let me feed you"he said softly,at first hesitated then allowed him.

"Oops sorry"i said shamefully ,after I spilled the soup.

"It's nothing to apologize for"

He cleaned it up then to my lips,I could tell from his stare what he was thinking, he leaned forward and I stopped him immediately.

I felt sad about it,Drew is a good person,he doesn't deserve such treatment ,and most importantly not from me,but I just can't .

"Am sorry Drew.."

He smiled back with a deep sigh.

"you still love him this much Bea ,then you got to tell him ".

His words were so soft,it's the least you can expect from a man who just got rejected by you

"I can't Drew,my parents wanted me to move on,I and I can't face everyone in his family after what happened between his father and i am so ashamed and so hurt,i can't imagine being with him again,and that scary video of me doing those things kept hunting my nights ....

I sobbed."But still I can't get over him...Drew i really appreciate all you have done,I just want to raise my son alone,I don't think I would be able to love again,Bruno is everything I live for"

Suprisely he damped my wet face smiling.

"I understand, for example I was just like you after my girlfriend died in an auto accident, years past I never thought I would feel like this again till I met you at the airport ,but your happiness matters the most, so tell me ,I will support you,let's go back to the states and get you reconcile with Bruno"he replied.

I smiled back at his kindness.

"My parents will be disappointed, I made them believe that i am okay without him,they asked me to forget about him , his family and move on. I can't bear to see them hurt again because of my choice,that's why I decided not to let them know about Junior,besides Bruno and I have been apart for so long,I don't want to bring back hurtful memories,I just pray he finds love again".

"But what about your feelings ,since you are still very much inlove with him,why don't you follow your heart,I am sure your parents will be happy instead of being disappointed in you"Drew stated

"Thanks for your concern Drew,but I have made my choice".

i stood up,picked my bag and went into the room.

**BRUNO'S POV **

I heard the noise coming from outside the office,I tried to ignore them, untill I heard the name Beauty continuously, my heart raced, I got up and rushed out of my office.

There I found Beauty,I blinked uncontrollably, and wiped my face to make sure I wasn't dreaming.

I still can't believe it was Beauty that I saw,she was looking different but it was her,it was really her! I ran and hugged her tightly not minding the stares from my workers.

"Happy birthday to you sir!!!"

Everyone of them chorused,happily they cheered for us.

I didn't want to let go,I was praying for this to not be a dream,I closed my eyes tightly to seal by the tears in them.

Everyone in the room continued cheering loudly .

"I can't breathe well Bruno,let go,just let go"Bea whispered .

I hugged tighter as if I don't understand english anymore,my heart was full,I never thought a day like this will come.

"I thought I lost you..(i kissed her cheek)i missed you so much,soo very much ,I. ..am so sorry about everything,i promise you ,nothing is ever going to seperate us again".

I sobbed happily,I feot stupidafter realizing I once made a promise like that and I failed her..

"Okay that's enough Bruno I really vant breathe you are squeezing me,am not chubby anymore! and everyone is watching!".

She pushed me off a little harsh,catching her breathes ,inbetween tiny coughs.

Her colleagues laughed out loud

"Are you okay?"I asked passionately.

"Do I look okay to you!!"

She sounded different and hard, well I don't except her to come back with smiles after being made a sex play thing by my own father.

I wanted to help but she stopped me and went to sit on her desk

I stood there smiling sheepishly, well this is the best birthday ever,as long as Bea is here,she came back for me right,that means she still love me,as much I do,thank goodness geez I thought I was going to die.

I wiped my face with my palm laughing in tears.

"Let's party everyone you are invited to my place time 8.00pm"I annouced.

The looks on their faces was priceless,I guess it's because they haven't seen me that loud and happy before.

They cheered and side talk back as they return back to their various departments.

I stared at beauty smiling, she didn't even look at me,she was still serious tidying up her desk,my body and all of me still itching for her.

So I foolishly went to her,my teeth unable to close.

"You kill every look babe,chubby and slim"I teased ,leaning towards her from the back,holding the urge to kiss her.

Her neck smelt so nice,she didn't seem impressed by my words.

"You will be my special guest today ,what do you say?"I asked with a wink

"Am never stepping my feet in that house"she said bluntly

"Actually I bought another one,not my Dad's "I replied.

She looked up and smiled,I smiled back expecting a positive reply.

But that was it,she didn't say another worr,i guess it's a yes then shamefully i went back to the office.

"Yes!!"I shouted happily ,so happy I danced to my phone ringtone,ignoring the caller

Jessi opened the door

"Sir...I have been calling your business line"

I hugged her out of joy.

She freezed ,she never expected me to hug her .

"Thank you,thank you Jessi,I know you helped to get her back to me,thank you,you are a darling mmmuwaaa "I kissed her cheek.

She just chuckled nervously and forced herself out of my embrace.

"You should not to that to every lady,I had to let go because you are Beauty's man, you are too handsome to let go"she teased.

I chuckled embarrassed

"Well am happy that you are happy boss,we've missed this happy you for long time"

"Ofcourse me too, I felt so alive after the past years".

Then I stopped and went pale

Jessi noticed

"What happened boss?"

"Am afraid I didn't feel same,maybe am confusing my excitement with how i actually fell "

"I don't understand sir Bruno".

"She's here now right?,and i didn't feel like i used to before,when I gave her a hug"i replied.

Jessie went silent,like she understood what I was saying but am sure she is rather confused at my strange behavior.

I chuckled out .

"Maybe I am just exaggerating, her energy wasn't friendly but I know with time I will make her fall in love with me again".