Chapter 5 - The Epic Encounter

A fresh start. That is all Arabella wanted. The turmoil in her life was all so sudden. She just remembered stepping out of the plane in Capital Z, and she was full of excitement. 'Finally, I'm home!' She smiled at the thought, never knowing a big twist of fate would await her. She was back to her reality when her doorbell rang twice. 'It must be Farrah!' she thought, running towards the door without seeing the peephole. No one knows where she lives; only Farrah enters and leaves her apartment. With her pajamas and long, smooth hair, she opened the door. "Good afternoon, my Lady!" a tall and dark figure with a professional black suit respectfully welcomed her outside the door. He bent slightly on his upper body as a sign of respect. Together with two others, they were also wearing a black suit with black leather shoes, and behind them was a black, shiny, luxurious car. She was shocked. 'Who are they?' Are these men of my father?' 'Are they here to abduct me?' Thinking of these made her more terrified. She frantically slammed the door closed and locked it securely immediately. "Shit!" She gasped. Checking the peephole to see if they were still there. "Madame, our apologies for scaring you. Please do not be afraid. Our Boss wants to see you." The tall, dark man said from the other side of the door. 'Boss?' she thought. 'Who's Boss?' She couldn't help but let out her thoughts and asked the people outside. "What do I have to do with your Boss? I'm sorry, sir, maybe you've got the wrong address." Regarding her concern, she had nothing to do with anyone, especially with this 'Boss' they mentioned. But good for her that these men are not his father. That means she is still not wanted. Someone slipped a business card into the small gap opening on the floor. "Madame, my Boss wants to pass a message to you." The man paused momentarily and added huskily, "If you will not come to find him. He will come to find you." The man ended the message with a firm tone. She got the card from the floor and read it. Her eyes widened when she saw the name written on the card. Bill Sky. CEO of Sky Corporation. 'What the fuck!' She mumbled. 'What do I have to do with the great Sky Corporation?' Her questions were only for her to hear. Everyone knew, including her, that this company was the biggest leader of all companies, not only in Capital Z but also internationally. "Sir, maybe you were mistaken. I am just an ordinary girl living alone. As far as my memory serves me right, I don't have any matters with Sky Corporation or your CEO. You may leave now. Thank you." With a startled tone, she uttered, resting her forehead on the door. "Ms. Arabella Jones. Our boss will expect you in his office at exactly 3 p.m. today. Please don't take harsh actions that you will regret soon. We will be leaving you now. Have a good day!" There was a threat in his words. After a while, the three men drove away. She sighed with relief for a moment. However, she was back to her senses in just a single minute. She felt uncomfortable everywhere. 'Why did the sudden turn of events appear anywhere?' Who is this Bill Sky?' She tried cracking her brain, and her memory lane led her to the incident that happened last night. 'Oh shit! Could it be him, last night?' 'I'm so fucking dead!' she started to panic. 'What does he want from me?' Since she has lived abroad for half of her life, she's not so familiar with Bill Sky, even though his face has been continuously published in business magazines. He is known in the business world for his excellent leadership skills, which helped Sky Corporation reach its highest peak in Capital Z. But she was aware of his company, Sky Corporation, of course. They are the biggest and the largest in Capital Z, and they also made their name abroad. All people in Capital Z, including people living abroad, knew them. 'No. Why should I come to him?' She was trying to figure out why this man wanted to see him after all he had done to her. 'No. Just because you're the CEO of Sky Corporation, can you order me around? I am not your employee." She feels like exploding with annoyance. She remembered that night. His grip on her waist. His unique scent. His pleasurable lips. That kissed. 'Damn!' she bit her lower lip while closing her eyes. Trying to regain the taste of his lips, it sends pleasure to her soul. She was there in the 'Luxury Bar' last night because Jason wanted to see her. Of course, she didn't want to go at first, but Jason insisted on it through Farrah because she had already changed her cell phone number. The thing is, Jason wanted to see her, just like that. After all the text she went through, he acted again as a loving boyfriend. So, Farrah nagged her to settle Jason and put an end to whatever they needed to end. She was already determined to move on from that nightmare and let go of Jason. She was hurt by him, but she already saw the true colors of her ex-boyfriend. Never would she permit herself to be entangled with him again. After the romance they had been through together for a long time, she chose not to be angry with him anymore. Maybe they are not just meant for each other. So, she went to that bar to put an end to their relationship for good. When she entered the VIP room, she saw Jason drinking, holding a glass of brandy with his sad eyes. It glimmers when he sees her coming from the door. He suddenly rose from his seat and walked towards her, stretching his arm to give her a welcome embrace. "Babe, you are finally here!" He exclaimed with a smile and could spot the longing in his voice. She raised her right hand to signal him to stop. She wanted to slap him in the face for the hurt he gave her, but seeing him now, she felt some grief on his face. Jason is always an exquisite and delicate man. He always loves beautiful things that always suit his taste. So, for tonight, she chose to hide her beauty. She dressed in the opposite. She wore baggy pants and a white shirt, matching her rubber shoes. She also put on her big eyeglasses. To perfect her nerd look, she completed it with a wig. Her wig is short up to her neck and has bangs that hide her shiny and smooth long hair. She doesn't put on any makeup. At this time, Jason stopped approaching her. He stared quietly at her from head to toe. One can tell he's wondering about something from his eyes. Arabella feels extremely satisfied with her masterpiece look. "Don't like my look?" she asked with confidence. "What's with the change?" He paused. "Oh. You don't need to answer. I get it!" He added, thinking that it was his fault that this girl became like this. Hearing Jason's words, she smiled. 'So why are we here? I don't have so much time for this. Please make it quick." She retorted. She really wanted to get out of there immediately. She didn't plan to chat long as if nothing had happened between them. So annoying! "I miss you, Babe!" She can see the sincerity in Jason's eyes while saying these words. 'Should I be happy because you miss me?' 'Why can't I find it happy? After you dumped me, now you missed me?' She sighed and gritted her teeth in annoyance. "Please stop calling me Babe. We were done already. Don't forget that you already dumped me a week ago." She wanted him to stop. Why do his sweet words not flatter her at all? Instead, they give her displeasure. "I'm sorry. My hands are tied. Margaret is pregnant." He paused and quickly added. "I know my apology is not enough, but that was just an accident, Babe. Trust me, that is just an accident!" He emphasized his last words. She was shocked. Margaret is one of Jason's best friends and also holds the VP position at Hansen Group. She didn't move. She was trying to absorb Jason's words. She didn't talk. She just listened to his explanation. "I don't love her, Babe. I still love you." His face was stiff, and his eyes were full of sorrow. "On that night of our family dinner, Margaret was there and announced that she was expecting my child. My family wanted us to get married immediately for the child's sake. My mom already knew about the mess with your family, she asked me to break up with you. I was so messed up and I didn't know what to do." He explained helplessly. 'Why is he blaming everyone as if he has nothing to do with it?' She calmed herself, gasped a breath, and smiled. "Listen up! It's enough for me to hear your reasons. Trust me when I say that I will be okay." Feeling sore and uncomfortable in her heart. She faced him with sincerity, and when she was about to leave, her arm was grabbed by a powerful hand. "Please don't leave me. Babe, I love you. I need you, Babe." Jason had gone crazy. He quickly embraced her without any sign of letting go. Their breaths were connected, and she could smell the alcohol lingering in her nose. 'He is drunk,' she concluded. She needs to get out of there immediately. Now that Jason will have a baby with Margaret, it is right for her to distance herself from them. Let Jason be responsible for his actions. She needs to make him let go. "Jason, let me go. We were done already. I already have a new boyfriend." Those were the only words she thought would be very effective. The strength of his embrace had softened. Jason was stunned. She used this opportunity to escape from his embrace. For her not to be doubted, she fixed herself and walked confidently towards the table, and drank the alcohol from Jason's glass. 'It tastes awful!' This was to show him that she was okay. After, she waved her hand at him and seductively walked out. She unconsciously staggered outside. 'What kind of drink was that?' She felt so uneasy walking just a few steps. When she was walking in the hallway, she heard Jason call her name, chasing her from behind. She tried to walk as fast as she could, but her body was unstable. She was tipsy from this one shot. Her vision is so blurry. She needs to get rid of Jason, but she cannot run away from her current state. She saw a man coming her way. A brilliant thought came to save her. 'There is no other way!' She smiled seductively and kissed him. She thought it was a good idea but never felt the kiss would deepen passionately. She never thought this kiss would bring pleasure to her soul to the extent that she forgot the pain in her heart for a while. She thought the kiss would save her but never thought it would give her new trouble. She giggled when she thought about that kiss and the man's warm body. His body was sending heat like lava to hers when they pressed against each other. She escaped that night from Jason and that man. She didn't see Jason's reaction but succeeded with her plan. She knew Jason witnessed her kissing scene with that man. 'That man! That man last night was none other than Bill Sky!' Arabella firmly concluded nervously.