A Taste of Love

Chapter Four

ADRIAN'S POV

For some unknown reason I can't really get Laura Christiano out of my head. It has been three days since we met and she still has not called. On my desk was a heap of files that need my signature but I could not concentrate. A knock woke me up from my daydream.

“What?“ I snapped at my secretary.

“P... president Black, you have a private appointment at 2 today."

" Cancel it. “ I did not even look at her.

“But... but..."

" Did I stutter? “ I looked coldly at Maria.

“No Sir. “ I admit, I am pretty Cold with my employees and they fear me. Maria has been working with me for three years now and she still fears me. So what? She turned to leave but I stopped her. I can't let the Christiano girl get to me.

“Who do I have the appointment  with?“

“S... sir?" I raised a brow." Its with Miss Christiano. “

It hit. What?

“Which of the Misses?“ I asked even though I had an idea who it was.

“Miss Laura sir."

I stiffened. Seems like she wants to talk afterall.

" What time is it? “

“Its 12 noon sir. The meeting is at McDonald's."

" You may leave."

I leaned back on my desk. I was sure she wanted to negotiate. At 12 :30, I arrived at the restaurant. I came late on purpose. It serves her right to have kept me waiting. She was seated by the window, dressed more casually than the last time. Her hair was tied in a high ponytail. She wore a brown jacket with a crop-top underneath and a black cargo pants with a pair of white sneakers to match. She looked like a college student. I on the other hand, looked more mature with my grey suit.

“Miss Christiano. “ I greeted as I sat down on the vacant seat.

“President Black." She forced a smile. I could see it was forced.

" I did not think I would hear from you after all these while. “

“Its only three days President Black. I needed time to think. “

“So you have come to a decision?“

“Yes. I can't get married to President Black."

I laughed half mockingly.

“I think Miss Christiano does'nt really know what is going on here. I am not the one looking for benefits. I could find a bride anywhere, but for you, sorry  your Mother, she is the one who need something from me." I looked at her. She sighed. I was sorry for her but I could not do anything. Partnering with Christiano Jewels was not a bad thing but the management was...

" I don't blame you though. “ She said lowly. “Its really not your fault but I just can't. I know I am selfish but this is my future we are talking about. I won't let my mother ruin that for me." She looked at me and smiled sadly.

“Sorry for wasting your time President Black."

GBAM!!! I angrily threw a chair across my office. I don't even know why I was angry. Was it because Laura refused me again or because of the pain I saw when she talked to me? Or is it because of the things I found out when I asked my private Investigator to Look into her. I did not know but one thing I know was that I was really angry
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" P_president Black?" Maria called.

“WHAT?" I snapped. I saw her cringe in fear.

" Mrs Christiano is here to see you. I _I can tell her its not a good time. “

“NO! Let the b*tch in. “

“Yes sir."

I faced my french door that was over looking the city. Laura's face kept coming into my head.

" Son-in-law!" I heard the witch call out. I turned to the cursed woman. She was visibly shocked at the damage in the office.

" Son-in-law, what happened here?"

“Don't you dare call me that. I will never be your son-in-law in this life. “ I almost shouted. She flinched.

“Wh-what happened?"

" Are you even a mother? Is your greed that much for you to even sell your own daughter's happiness?"

Her expression changed from surprise to anger.

" What did Laura tell you? “
I sneered.

“Your daughter told me nothing. If I want to find out something then nothing can stop me. “

“What are you saying President Black?"

" The marriage will not go on Mrs Christiano. This is what I am saying."

“What? “She shouted." What about the contract?“

I laughed. This woman was really greedy.

“Black Corporation will not partner with you but... I will  give Christiano jewels a prop.“

“No. I want to partner with Black corporation. “

“Am afraid that is all I can do for you. You may leave now."

" That damn b*tch! “She cursed under her breath as she stormed out.

LAURA'S POV

I lay on my bed. Why was my life like this? I was being selfish I knew but what could I do? I have already sacrificed enough. At my Mother's request, I went to England. At my Mother's request, I did not ask about my Dad's will leaving everything to Mom and Sophie. Just what more do they want from me?

While reminiscing, my door flew open. I stood up to come face to face with Mom's angry face.

“You b*tch!" Mom shouted and dragged my hair from the bed.

" Mom what are you doing? Why are you doing this? “ I cried. It was really painful.

“You b*stard! How dare you report me to Adrian? How dare you lie to me? “Mom dragged me to the door and down the stairs. I begged and cried but it all fell on deaf ears. Sophie was standing by the door, smirking. The maids were all peeking from the sides.

“ Get out and never come back." Mom pushed me out.

" Mom no you can't do this. Please! “ I begged and banged the door but it was all futile.

After minutes I realized my family really did kick me out. I went over to Migel's but I also got the shock of my life.

I met Migel and a woman eating each other's face off.

“M-migel?" He turned in shock. His shirt was open and I could imagine what would happen next.

" Baby, who is this? “ The woman asked.

“Oh... No one." He looked at me and said. My heart broke.

" Migel How could you say no one? I'm your girlfriend for God's sake. “ I shouted at him.

" Ex miss. How can you call yourself my girlfriend, when you're useless? You could not even get a small company. " He said coldly.

" Migel no. I won't let you do this. My life is ruined because of you. I was kicked out of my family because of you." I shouted madly and rushed over but I was stopped by a deafening slap. It was his woman.

" This is the kind of woman I hate. The guy does'nt want you any more. Why force it? You are a disgrace! “

I was momentarily stunned. She was right. I really was a disgrace. I burst out laughing self mockingly.

" You are right lady. I am worthless. “ I turned to Migel." I promise you this Migel, I will pay back everyone who contributed to my downfall. “ With that, I walked away.

While going, I almost fainted. Walking aimlessly, I saw a flash of light and then the darkness overwhelmed me.