Brielle

I was riding a cab home. I can’t help but wonder what is the news that my parents would tell me. Few minutes later, the cab stopped in front of our house. I paid the driver and went inside our house. I was greeted by the servants.

“Good afternoon Miss, Your parents are at the study." Upon hearing, I went to our study to greet my parents. I was worried when I saw that they look problematic. “So, what’s the news mom?”, I made my voice more lively to lighten the atmosphere in the room.

My curiosity is slowly building up because of their reactions. I was about to ask them again when I heard my father released a sigh and cleared his throat. “Brielle…”, he called me with his serious voice that made me nervous.

“My daughter, you know we love you right?” I gently nodded my head to dad’s question. “We know that you want to have your own happy life but, this is for the good of our family too"

“It is also hard for us bit we can’t do anything to reject this..” I don’t know what to react about their announcement so I just walked to my room absentmindedly.

“ You have to marry the first Grandson of the Great Herbert Cadwell" Those lines kept ringing on my head as I sat on my bed. I want to feel happy because I know that the first grandson of the Great Cadwell is the City’s hottest billionaire. Also my first love. No one knows that I have feelings for him. I just love and admire him from afar, not hoping to be noticed. Destiny really plays with me that things turned upside down.

I don’t know what is the problem of our company that we needed to ask help to the Cadwell Group of Companies. I know that my parents really worked hard for our company and they do not want to lose it. Maybe there really is a big problem knowing Dad can manage to solve the problems on his own but this time they asked for help from the biggest company in the country. Our company has always been in the top 5 most successful in Asia and to other western countries, The Cadwells are in the first.

Calling it a day, I changed my clothes and freshen up before sleeping. It will be a long day ahead tomorrow because we will have a dinner meeting with the Cadwells to settle the merging of our companies. I hope nothing could go wrong tomorrow.

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3rd Person.

As soon as the meeting ended, Ezekiel Cadwell went straight to his car and maneuvered it to his grandfather's mansion. Being close to his grandpa, he was worried why was he needed there. He knows that his grandfather’s health is not in good condition that is why Ezekiel doesn’t want him to stress himself.

He was brought out of his reverie when his phone rang and Andrea’s name flashed on screen. “Babe! Where are you?”

“Stop it Andrea! ” Irritation was visible on his face as he ended the call. Everyone thought that he is in a relationship but it was all false. Andrea is only putting up those fake news and acting like she is the girlfriend of Ezekiel. She was just his childhood friend.

Few minutes of driving, Ezekiel arrived and parked his car.

Senior Herbert is waiting at his study along with his son, Chester, Ezekiel’s father. Suddenly, the door opened and a worried Ezekiel showed.

Ezekiel’s worried expression turned serious when he saw his parents sitting comfortably with his grandfather.

“Grandpa" His baritone voice filled the room. Senior Herbert then motioned him to sit that he obligued.

“You’ll marry the heiress of the Galvez" The senior said it straightforwardly that shocked Ezekiel.

“Grandpa" His voice become colder that sent a warning to the people in the room that he doesn’t want the idea.

The Senior knew that Ezekiel would react that way. He had an idea in his head knowing that his grandson can’t reject him.

Ezekiel’s stone face turned worried when he saw that his grandfather clutched his chest. The Senior has a heart disease and that action alarmed them. Ezekiel’s parents then went to support the Senior. “Are you okay, Papa?” asked his mother.

“Ezekiel, I am old now, and my heart is weak. I want to see you get married before I die.”

“You won’t die" Irritation filled his voice.

“Brielle is beautiful and I’m sure you’ll like her. And don’t say no because you don’t have a girlfriend.”

The Galvez huh? Ezekiel knew that this involves business matters.

“Well have a dinner meeting at six with them tomorrow so be prepared" His parents guided the Senior to his room and went back to the study.

“Son" Ezekiel smiled with the gentleness of his mother’s voice.

“Why don’t you agree with your grandpa? I also want grandchildren too.” Ezekiel sighed. Ever since he turned over their company, his parents were insisting him to get married.

Before he can speak, her mother continued. “Just agree with your grandfather. We can’t stress him out like what the doctors said. And besides, I’ve seen the daughter of Mr. Galvez. She’s indeed beautiful. Please Ezekiel, I know you’ll like her ".

Ezekiel sighed before standing up. “Yes mom. I’ll just do it for grandpa’s safety. I’ll be going now" He looked at his dad and nodded before going home.

He may have agreed to this marriage but he will make sure that whoever that woman he will marry will regret agreeing to this. If not for the health of his grandfather, he will not agree on marrying someone he doesn’t know.

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Brielle

I woke up feeling groggy. I barely had any sleep last night thinking of the marriage my parents proposed. Sure, I love Ezekiel Ros but I don't want to marry him if we dont love each other.

I went to the bathroom to freshen up before going downstairs. I saw my parents talking sweetly at the dining room that made me smile. I always wanted to have a relationship just like my parents. I want to have a family with the person who loves me as I love him. But I can't.

I sat on my chair and greeted mom and dad good morning before eating my breakfast. Dad must have noticed my gloomy aura and asked me if I was okay.

"Yes dad. I am just sad because of the news but I know I could get used to it". I saw how their expressions turned to sorrow to what I've said.

"I'm sorry baby. Even us don't want this but the Senior will only approve of helping us by merging our companies" I smiled lightly at what mom said. "I know mom, and I am doing this for you" and for my love to him.

I continued eating and mom reminded me to prepare for the dinner later. I wonder what would Ezekiel feel about this. The news said that he has a girlfriend, would he agree marrying me? What if he won't be nice to me? Lots of thoughts are running through my mind right now.

After I finished my breakfast, I went to the garden to visit my flowers. I love flowers especially white roses. The garden is full of pure beauty just like the meaning of white roses. Purity.

I enjoyed my time on watering the plants and talked to them as if they are my friends. I stayed there for few hours when a servant called me for lunch. I didn't know that time flies that fast. I hurriedly went to the dining area to eat some lunch before preparing. I haven't taken a bath yet. I used all of my time enjoying the escenery in the garden and now I am panicking.

Mom and dad are in the company so I am the only one in the house with the servants. I called Nana Rosa, to let her know I've finished eating. I scurried to my room and went to the bathroom to take a bath. I was glad when the bathtub is already prepared. Nana Rosa must have prepared this. Taking off my clothes, I endulged at the relaxing feeling of the rose bath. A few minutes of soaking, I scrubbed away the dirt on my body. I got my vanilla shampoo and messaged it on my scalp. I rinsed my body and took the robe to dry myself.

I went to my drawer to get the blower to dry my hair. I looked at the clock and saw that it was two-thirty in the afternoon. After drying my hair, I went to the closet to find a dress. A simple dress would be good for dinner. Walking to my dresses, I looked for a simple yet elegant one to wear. After trying on a lot of dress, i picked a knee-length, offshoulder white lace dress. I picked a simple flat shoes and my favorite purse and went to my bed.

I began dressing up and I just realized that I was choosing a dress for an hour! After putting on the dress I went to my vanity to put some light make-up to cover my pale face. I just applied lip gloss, powder, and a light blush. Its already four in the afternoon when I started curling my hair. Mom called just awhile ago to check on me. I finished curling my hair and put a clip on the side. The travel to the restaurant is an hour away and the traffic would be a hassle so I need to hurry. Grabbing my purse, I looked at my phone and it is already 4:30. The driver won't be able to pick me up so I hailed a cab.

The driver is a jolly old man making the ride fun. Few minutes later, the driver told me that we are already near. My nervousness increased when I remembered that I haven't checked my whole appearance on the mirror. I hope I look fine.