35 STAY
ARIEL’S POV
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I arrived home, and right in the living room, these four were gathered: Andre, Mason, Seth, and
Michael. They were all sitting down. I slowly closed the door and walked in their direction in the same
manner. I could discern Mason’s gaze towards me; it wasn’t a nice one, so I took my eyes off him and
fixed them on a better person.
“You all came home early,” I said, advancing towards them. I sat close to Andre, trying my very best to
ignore Mason’s gaze. “So what’s the discussion about?”
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“We had an issue at ourpany in Canada, so we’ll need to go there to resolve it,” Andre answered.
“Okay, hold on, so we’re going back to Canada?” I needed to be clear about this whole discussion.
“Yes, but Mason here insists that we stay a little longer. He says he has some things to take care of in
New Haven, but I have no idea what they are, and he keeps on refusing to tell me.”
“Come on now, brother, why are you still stressing yourself over this? I’ve already told you. You can go
to Canada with all these two, but Ariel and I will stay to run the business around here.”
Andre looked at me instantly. “You agree with that, Ariel?”
“Of course she’s going to agree,” Mason chimed in. “Remember, we have an ongoing project with The
Reynold Company. Someone will have to be in charge around here to see how that goes.”
“I agree,” Seth brought out and turned to Andre. “Look, sir, the project with Luke Reynold’spany is
really important, and indeed, someone will need to represent us. The Vitality Group at New Haven is
gradually developing, so someone needs to handle it. I believe Ariel will be able to do that wlessly.”
Andre nodded. “That is true. But I need to hear from Ariel first. Let’s see what she has to say- if she’s
going to follow us to Canada or stay here in New Haven.”
I breathed out deeply. “Well, I’d really love to go back to Canada; my babies must be missing
me,” I uttered, looking at Mason. His re towards me was slowlying up,
I continued, “But as Seth has said, Vitality Group is in New Haven, so we need someone to manage it.
So I think I’ll stay.”
“Are you sure about that?” Andre asked, looking fixedly at me.
I stared back at him for seconds before finally answering, “Yes, I’m sure. I’m sure about that.”
Michael pped his hands right away. “See? Case closed. I told you all it’s going to be easy once Ariel
arrives. His words caused me tough silently.
“So will Ariel be the only one staying?” Andre threw a question.
“I thought I told you,” Mason vocalized, and we all nced at him. “I’ll be staying here with her. Vitality
Group is indeed going to need a genius.” He felt so proud of himself.
“Okay then,” Andre uttered beneath his breath. “Guess, it’s all settled then.”
“Now time for refreshments.” Michael sped his hands together, and his eyes went to me forthwith.
“So, miss,” he said, giving me a knowing look.
“What?” I asked him incontinently.
“I’m hungry.”
Seth red at Michael. “How many times do I have to tell you to act mature? You’re no little kid.”
“I wasn’t talking to you in the first ce.” Michael frowned back at him.
“Okay, okay, there’s no need to start an argument.” Andre tried to calm them down. “We need to start
packing our stuff!”
“When will the three of you be leaving?” I queried. Not that curious, though.
“Tomorrow morning. As early as possible.” Andre stood up.
“But tomorrow’s your birthday.” I reminded him.
He raised an eyebrow in confusion. “It is?”
“Of course.” Iughed. “See, you’ve even forgotten.”
“Why don’t we just celebrate it tonight?” Michael brought a suggestion. “I mean, we can just buy a few
things, get the cake, and boom! It’s a happy birthday, sir.”
“I think I’ll be leaving now. I have some things to take care of.” Seth stood up and moved to the door.
Andre walked to Seth and patted his shoulder. “Okay, Seth, take care. Remember toe early
tomorrow.”
“Okay sir.” Seth nodded with a narrow smile before leaving the house.
“d that guy is gone.” Michael leaned against the couch, slowly closing both of his eyes.
“So, about that birthday suggestion, Michael?” I smiled at him, and he opened his eyes promptly.
“Yeah, we’re going to discuss that, but first, can you please find me something to eat? I’m starving.
“Okay, then Michael,” I brought out, leisurely getting to my feet. “Andre, eat as well?”
would you
like to
“Yes please. My tummy’s been grumbling since morning,” Andre answered, taking off his shirt.
“Seriously? You haven’t eaten since morning?” I quizzed him and surprised him a little.
Nope. I’ve been really busy. So let me know when the food is ready. I’ll be in my room upstairs.” Andre
headed for the stairs.
“You didn’t care to ask about me,” Mason smirked. I wanted to throw him a dark look, but I decided to
suppress my anger,
I closed my eyes, shaking my head, trying to put myself together. “Okay, then, mister, would you like to
have something?”
“Nah, you can get your ugly ass to the kitchen,” he derided, inming me. And I just wanted to grab a
knife right now and throw it at his head.
I ignored Mason and made my way to the kitchen. Michael had his eyes closed, and I didn’t even know
if he was sleeping, but that never really mattered to me anyway.
Just as I was about to get the stuff to prepare my dish, the doorbell rang,
“Ariel, someone’s at the door!” Mason informed me in a ring tone.
He was the one close to the door. Why didn’t he go and check it out himself? That is good for nothing,
scumbag,
I red at Mason, who was giving his phone all of his attention as I walked to the door. When I opened
it, I was surprised to see who had shown up. It was Luke.
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