CHAPTER 24

"Oh fuck, my head is spinning." I hissed under my breath when I tried to stretch my arm to stop my alarm clock. I still have work to do even on the weekends but I can already see myself sleeping the whole day because of this shitty hangover.

I pressed my fingers on the lid of my eyes as I felt like throwing up any seconds. After attending Erich's birthday party last night I totally forgot how I got home alive.

With still throbbing head, I forced myself to get up from the bed and strip naked in front of the wide mirror inside my room. I took a quick shower and wore a simple lingerie, not planning to do some works after all the alcohol I drink last night.

I was busy cooking my own food when I heard the doorbell of my unit, indicating that someone was outside. I took a glance at the peephole and saw my parents. They often visit me here because they were worried that I might do something that can harm myself.

I opened the door for them and was immediately greeted with mom's embrace. "I missed you so much, my baby." She hugged me tightly and dad did the same.

"I missed you too, all of you." I kissed them both on the cheeks and invited them to eat breakfast with me. I just hope they won't feel my drunk state because my vision was still blurry and my steps are in a zigzag. "I was cooking breakfast, good thing you came early." I ushered them to my dining area. "Anyway, what brought you here?"

My parents didn't say a word but I can feel their intense eyes, hovering towards me as If they were trying to seek the old me. After a whole minutes of staring, Dad finally broke the awkward silence by clearing his throat.

"We just came by to visit you, princess. How are you doing here? Are you happy?"

I became silent with his question. Happy? Since when did I become happy? I don't think I'll be able to be happy again. Instead of answering his question I just showed him a wide smile before setting the foods on the table.

"Let's eat first," we started our breakfast with a quiet atmosphere, I was about to break that silence when mom suddenly speak up.

"Zion's parents came to our house with a contract. It was said that the company was under your name, even his house, his units, his island. Everything was under your name. We just came by to ask you if you're ready to sign them."

I haven't heard of him ever since that night where I woke up inside the dark room of the hospital. My parents said that Zion was already in prison up until now. I am not ready to relive the memories we had but if this is the only way for me to avenge myself.. and our child, then so be it.

"I will, but not now." My voice came out with a squeak as the lump in my throat gave me a hard time speaking. I can feel my eyes shining in tears but I quickly restrained myself from crying. "Let's not talk about it, please."

Our quiet breakfast continued and my parents instantly left when I told them I'm going out for work, but it wasn't true, I just want to be alone and stop overthinking for a moment.

I licked my lower lip when I casually entered the rooftop of the building where I live, the fresh air brushed my hair and the peace I felt when I enter sent chills to my body. It was a good feeling. Staying here made me think clearly and I want everything to be perfect.

I want to revenge.

After an hour of relaxing, my plan to stay at my condo the whole day changed and I was now entering my office. None of them were expecting to see me but I just casually took my way inside my office and I immediately called Renae. "Yes, Miss?" She was all smile but I didn't return it.

"I want you to visit a company and tell them I sent you there. I want a summary report of the company and every single detail that you can get from them, do you understand?" I'm sending her to Zion's company, if the contracts were true and they're not planning to ruin me with those papers, then I'm signing all of it for myself.

As soon as Renae walked out of my office, my head fell at the backrest of my swivel chair. Tears were still forming at the side of my eyes as I can't help but to think of the memories we have been through.

"It could've been perfect," I whispered to myself but it won't change any. "If only I can go back to the past... If only."

Letting out a loud sigh, I didn't realize I was silently crying. The quiet atmosphere just made me feel so lonely but I know how to be tough. I already accepted the fact the Zion and I won't come to pieces and that our child won't come back to us.

After a whole hour of staring blankly at the ceiling, I finally went back to my senses and decided to do all the paperwork's left. I was focusing on the papers when my phone beeped, as someone has sent me an email.

I wasn't planning on picking it up but I still did, it was an email from my friend who was inviting me at a formal party but I instantly decline. I'm not in the mood to enjoy or be happy as of now. I busied myself with all the works that I totally forgot to eat my meal.

Going back to my unit, that's when I realized that I was too tired to even lift a finger to cook. I let myself sleep from starvation and woke up with my phone's continues ringing.

I picked it up and was welcomed by my secretary's voice. "Miss, Mister Moretti wanted to talk to your for the further transfer. He wants to see you in person for the signing of contracts." Even if she didn't specify that Mister Moretti, I already knew that it was Zion.

His family is too powerful that he can easily get out of prison and knowing my parents, for sure they didn't even do their best to keep him inside. He is, after all, like a son to my parents.

Without thinking of my own plans, "Sure, set a meeting this lunch time. Ready the plane for my transport." That's what I answered and silently praying that I won't regret it later.

I got up from my bed lazily, my head was too heavy and I feel like throwing up after not eating almost the whole day yesterday. I took a warm bath, not caring about the stuffs I should bring because I'm not planning to stay there for the whole day. I only wanted to sign the contract and take everything he has so I can finally take my revenge.

Wearing a red halter dress that perfectly push my breasts up, I look at myself in the mirror and smile at the perfection. I also wore a red lipstick to finish the look. Not long enough and I was ready to eat my breakfast outside but Renae already knocked on my door, telling me that we have to go quickly because the Moretti's also asked for a proper discussion.

I quickly dismiss my meal and decided to just take care of it once I'm finally at the venue, though my mind was feeling dizzy and lightheaded ever since yesterday so I opt to get an apple.

A car fetched me from my unit before driving me to the airport where a private plane was waiting.

"Miss, some papers needs your signature. All of it are already reviewed but you can do a double check." Renae smiled beautifully and just like what she said, I put my signature in each paper only after I read each and every of it.

Just in case they tried to trick me with something, it's a different case because I don't trust them anymore. I don't trust him with anything in regards with me.

It's was not a long flight, half an hour long. My arms felt numb and my fingers hurt a little, adds up that the apple I have eaten wasn't enough to fill me from starvation since yesterday.

"Miss, the board members of Moretti Company is asking for your presence. They want to see you before the signing of contract with the president."

I almost groan in dissatisfaction because I can already feel myself passing out. My body isn't cooperating but I still forced myself to do what should be done. With Renae following behind me, we both rode a limousine sent by the company for our private transportation.

We arrived at the company peacefully, I felt like throwing up but we were already riding the elevator and when I saw the board, everyone of them bow for my presence.

"We are pleased to welcome you, Miss Gulferic." One the men greeted but I only roamed my eyes around the whole room, cold and emotionless.

"Shall we start the meeting?" I don't care if I'm not giving or filling them the expectation and impression they were hoping to see. I am just tok hungry that I want to finish everything so I can finally go back home.

I sigh on my seat when none of them seems to bother standing up for any words, it's like they just wasted my time and ask me to come here for a face to face declaration of their unprofessionalism.

My fingers were tapping the table when the door hastily opened, taking all of our attentions. I watch as an old man wearing his formal suit and carrying his case, entered the office. He had a wide smile on his face which I responded with a nod.

"Welcome, Miss Allison. We are happy that you accept our invitation." He joyously greet and I can already tell that they have been a good employee and same as the company to them.

I also revealed my smile but made sure that they will still see my seriousness, "I'm glad... But please refrain from calling me by my name, call me Miss Gulferic, not Allison." I stated, leaving them a little surprised by my blunt words.

"Of course, Miss Gulferic. I apologize for my disrespect."

The meeting continued with Eddie, the old man who happened to also be Mister Moretti's left hand. He explained the value of each company that his boss owned. All digits of numbers, address of places and the monthly budget for the businesses were explained thoroughly.

All I do was listen and asked so when the meeting was finally over, I stood up from my seat causing all pair of eyes to come on me. My vision was seriously blurry and I feel like I need to condition my body with a sleep.

"Dismiss," I whispered, unsure if any of them heard that. My palm was covering my lips with the feeling of trying to stop my vomit.

"Miss, are you okay? Do you want something or do you want some rest first?" Renae keeps asking me those questions but I have no energy left to answer. "Do you want me to call a nurse, Miss?"

My walk was in zigzag but when I saw that I'm already near the elevator, I instantly press it open though it was a bad idea. The person inside was with two police officers on his sides, he was wearing a formal wear and his sleek hair was combed neatly to make him more handsome. His already alluring face haven't changed a bit and just when I was about to ask him the most ridiculous thing I can think, my consciousness already dropped down.

"Allison!"