Chapter 42
Letitia was on the verge of biting her lip till it bled, “Got it.”
“Get lost.”
She turned and walked out
Elgin always had a way of sparking a glimmer of hope in her before plunging her deeper into the pits of despair.
She lied to her mom, saying she was doing great, working at Walden’s company and a high-paying job, spinning a beautiful web of lies
Her mom had just woken up from a long coma and hadn’t recovered. Knowing the truth about her situation would probably break her heart.
Elgin had too much dirt on her, too many weak spots.
Back at her desk, Letitia stared at the design drafts, her mind a blank slate.
She whipped up all sorts of jewelry designs for “Ramirez Romantica,” from necklaces to rings to bracelets, all smooth sailing, with inspiration through the roof.
Except for Shela’s wedding ring…
“What’s with the daydreaming? Vidonia slapped her shoulder, “lacking ideas?”
She glanced at the sketches on Letitia’s desk, her brows furrowing, “What the heck is this? Tacky and common, not al hint of elegance. It looks like something a person of no class would show off. This isn’t your style, Letitia!”
“It’s for Shela. Letitia replied, “She’s into this style.”
“No wonder…” Vidonia rolled her eyes so hard they almost reached heaven, “Do you think Elgin’s got something wrong with his eyesight? All these rich, pretty, and famous girls throw themselves at him, and he goes for Shela? She probably had her whole face done.”
“Guess it’s fate.”
Just as Samson returned from meeting a client, Vidonia quickly called out to him, “Mr. Stewart, do you know which eye clinic in AquaCity is the most renowned?”
“What’s up? You got an eye problem?”
“It’s not me, it’s for Elgin!”
Samson spread his hands, “What’s his blindness got to do with me? By the way, Letitia, I showed your designs to an overseas client, and they were over the moon. Keep up the good work.”
Letitia nodded, “Sure thing, Mr. Stewart.”
“With this trend, our Ramirez Romantica’ is gonna blow ‘Sunbeam Gems’ from the Sullivan Group out of the water this year!” Samson boasted, “Just some juicy gossip for you, Walden’s been having a rough time lately!”
Letitia’s heart skipped a beat, “What happened?”
“His performance is down, shareholders are on his case, and the board has asked him to resign, saying he’s not up to scratch. Plus… Elgin has publicly stated he’s not fond about Walden and will compete with him to the end. Think about it no one would dare cross Elgin, and they all ditch Walden like a hot potato.”
These business types, always chasing gains and avoiding losses.
To suck up to Elgin, naturally, they’d kick Walden to the curb.
Elgin was clearly out to screw Walden over, and he didn’t even need to lift a finger – just a light-hearted comment was enough to send Walden into trouble
Lesbia didn’t even want to think about what would happen if Elgin took matters into his own hands… The whole Sullivan
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Samson added “Anyway the worse off Walden is, the better for us. Ouch! Vidonia, why are you pinching me?”
“Oops, my bad. Mr. Stewart you better get going!” Vidonia quickly ushered him out.
She knew about Walden and Letitia’s past relationship from college, and now…
Life is just full of unexpected twists
Letitia forced a smile. “I’m getting back to work. No worries, I’ve been through a lot, I’m strong now”
She had to be strong, because she didn’t have anyone to show her weakness to
“Okay.” Vidonia chimed in, “If you need anything, let me know, don’t face it yourself.”
She cast several womed glances at Letitial
Letitia had already picked up her pencil and started sketching furiously on paper.
Within half an hour, she had the finished design and texted it to Shela, [Is this big and flashy enough for you?]
Shela replied. [You’re sending me a sketch in black and white? Who do you think you’re fooling?]
Letitia sent her the colored version.
Shela complained. [The main diamond is too small, and there are too many tiny diamonds around it ]
Letitia said. [Ever heard of the moon among the stars’ design concept?]
Shela retorted. [Who’s wearing it, you or me?]
Letitia replied. (Pearls before swine.]
And with that, she stopped engaging with Shela She had anticipated Shela would be picky, so she just fobbed her off, considering it part of the job
After taking another dose of her pregnancy-preserving medicine, Letitia felt a bit more at ease.
Thinking about another hospital visit tomorrow to give blood to Mark… Letitia started plotting her strategy.
Nighttime.
At the Ivory Towers, in the evening.
Letitia dragged her feet until almost midnight before entering the bedroom.
Every minute less spent with Elgin was a blessing.
As she closed the door and turned around, there was Elgin, fresh out of the shower from the bathroom. They bumped. into each other.
Letitia quickly backed away two steps, taking a quick glance at him.
Elgin was shirtless, muscles well-defined, with just a towel wrapped around his lower half.
Sorry.” Letitia couldn’t bear to look at him any longer, her cheeks burning.
Why does this guy always have to be half-naked…
She hurried past him, but there was water on the floor, and she slipped-
Pregnant women can’t afford to fall! Letitia’s hands scrambled around, grasping at something she didn’t know what it was – but she clung on for her life to steady herself.
And the thing she was holding onto fell to the floor.
She patted her chest and breathed a sigh of relief, “Thank goodness I didn’t fall…”
As she was talking, she looked down and froze.
She had actually pulled off Elgin’s towell What now? Should she look up? Or keep looking down?
gn was stark naked now…
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“Are you trying to seduce me with such a low move?” Elgin’s voice was cold, “Pick it up.”
“Are you talking to me?”
Is there a third person in the room?”
Letitia bent down, grabbed the towel tightly, and held it in her hands, “And then?”
“Wrap it around.”
What?! She had to wrap it around him? That she couldn’t possibly do!
“What are you waiting for?” Elgin’s impatient voice came from above her head, “You pulled it off, so naturally, you’re the one who has to put it back on.”
Letitia swallowed hard. Man, she’s really hit a streak of bad luck….
Ah well, it’s not as if she had the option to refuse, so she might as well get it over with!
With her eyes clenched shut, she unfurled the towel and fumbled to wrap Elgin up.
Her fingers brushed against his skin, still wet and scorchingly hot…. Letitia didn’t dare to open her eyes, her hands were shaking like crazy
The more nervous she got, the worse she did, and sweat beads even started forming on the tip of her nose.
“Can’t you just open your eyes?”
“No need, I’ve got this…”
If she opened her eyes, she’d see all of him, for crying out loud!
Finally, Letitia managed to get it done..
She breathed a sigh of relief and was about to get up when suddenly she felt light as a feather – Elgin had scooped her up sideways and pressed her down on the couch.
His heated body was pressing tightly against hers.
“Elgin …” Letitia pushed against his chest with both hands, totally panicked.
“Next time, cut out these cheap tricks.”
“I didn’t…
