Chapter 90: I made it
"What is the decision of the board" I muttered.
"The board of directors and the shareholders have approved the project of miss Monalisa to launch a fashion line in L. A and this fashion line will be headed by miss Monalisa and ran with her team. The fashion line will be known as The MONALISA. In other to make this fashion line a reality, the board of directors and shareholders has also agreed that a structure will be erected for the smooth running and production of the Monalisa. Upon the approval, the construction shall begin next month and the fashion line is to be launched before Christmas. This is the decision of the board"
"Oh my goodness we did it." I immediately rose on my feet and bowed while they applauded me. "Thank you so much for approving this project. I promise you that I won't let you down. Thank you sir, and thank you everyone".
The meeting was rounded up and we all exited the conference room.
I was so happy that I danced to my office with Melissa.
Thomas rushed in and wrapped his arms around me, and congratulated me.
Donald walked in and met the sight.
Lines appeared on his forehead, his nostrils flared and he clenched his palms.
Donald marched down to us and grabbed Thomas by his collar and pulled him out.
Thomas lost his balance but was luckily caught by Melissa.
"Do you wish to strangle her to death!! And how dare you hug your boss? Have you forgotten the company's code of conduct? this is a breach of that code!! Donald barked at him.
I held Donald's hand and pulled him back. "No Donald, it's okay. He was just excited. I see he was overwhelmed with joy, that's why he did what he did"
"Really? Then he should learn to control his emotions. That's so not a staff of this company, hugging his boss? I won't take it"
"Are you mad that he hugged his boss or that he hugged me??
"Sir Donald is quite a fierce one when he is Jealous. Geez, jealousy is written all over him" Melissa mouthed.
"What Are mumbling? Thomas asked.
Melissa rolled her eyes and took two steps away from him.
"I don't know. Maybe because it's you" Donald said.
"I know. But you didn't have to go off like a time bomb and blast him. "
"I know. Hey, Thomas, I'm sorry for ticking off like a time bomb. You know what, we should celebrate this right now. Let's go to some nice restaurant and have a nice lunch, all on me"
"Really sir? That would be so nice. Oh! Sir Donald is such a gentleman, a real man. Lucky you miss Monalisa. Sir Donald is a ten out of ten" Melissa complimented Donald.
"I know right. But Donald do not listen to her. She's a foodie and she gets crazy whenever She is about to receive free food"
Thomas scoffed at Melissa but received a stomp from Melissa on his foot.
Thomas yelped in pains while Donald chuckled.
"I'll grab my bag" I said.
"No need. Let's go" Donald grasped my hand and pulled me along.
Melissa and Thomas followed up immediately.
It was a fun lunch , having Thomas and Melissa around spiced it up.
We all returned back to the company and Donald walked me to my office.
He paused at the door and held my hands.
"I'm so proud of you. We'll have to celebrate with ice cream"
"My goodness. Do you that I have forgotten about it. Josh would have thrown millions of tantrums if I fail to purchase the ice cream. Tradition he said" I chuckled.
"Yes It is. Don't worry. I already placed an order, so we'll pick up on our way home"
"That's so nice of you. Thank you so much Donald. After ice cream ritual, I would love if you help me out with something"
"And what's that?
"I'll tell you when we get home, just look nice, okay?
"Okay. But why?
"Just look nice "
"Now I'm curious to find out what that is. I can't wait for tonight "
"Oh, of course you can wait. Thank you. I should head in now"
"Sure. I'll come pick you up so we can go home"
"Yes. Later" I waved at him and went in, shutting the door gently.
"Something? Look nice? What is she up to this time around? I know you Monalisa and I know you can be mischievous at times "
Donald and closed from work and he came over to my office for us to head home.
I was excited to break the news to Joshua. I had seen Joshua pray one night that mummy gets her project approved.
We stopped by at Joshua's favourite ice cream spot and got some ice cream in different flavours, especially in Joshua's favourite flavours.
A few minutes later, we were home. I was already exhausted but I still have to carry out what I had planned this night.
Donald and I went in holding ice cream boxes and a cake .
Joshua who saw us drive in rushed out of his room and ran down quickly to meet us
Joshua gave me a warm hug and also hugged Donald.
Donald lifted him with one arm and brushed through Joshua's head.
"Did mummy get it? Joshua asked.
"Yes, mummy got it and guess what mummy and I got?
"What! Ice cream?
"Yes ice cream "
"Thank you daddy!
Joshua wrapped his hands around Donald's neck.
"You're welcome big boy. Now let's celebrate!
Donald carefully let Joshua down, who ran off to call Beatrice and Julio for the celebration.
While he was out, Donald and I unpacked the ice cream and set displayed them on the table.
Joshua ran in happy and dancing.
I distributed the ice cream to everyone and some cake.
Joshua insisted we take pictures and videos to capture the moment as usual, as part of the family tradition.
After which, Beatrice left for the kitchen to fix dinner for everyone.
Joshua and Donald enjoyed the remaining ice cream and cake at the living room, watching some TV show, laughing.
I walked up to Donald and touched his shoulder.
Donald turned to me immediately.
"9pm. Meet me at the indoor poolside and look nice. I'm serious"
"Yes boss"
I smiled at him and left for my bedroom.
I undressed and went into the bathroom. Beatrice as usual, prepared a nice bath for me. I got into the bathtub and soaked my body, relieving it of all the stress and bad energy.
I have already planned an amazing night for Donald and I.
I don't know what I'm going to do this night but...
That bath hit the right spot and my thoughts and worries vanished.