Her Weary Heart
Chapter Fifteen
“Miss Fernandez, the Directors from REGAL called again. They wanted to know if you’re ready to meet them now.” Diego said hurriedly, as he tried to keep up with
Lana whipped her sunglasses off her face and into her purse, as she walked briskly into the lobby of the tall skyscraper.
It was the headquarters of ALLURE, a fashion design company which she had started three years ago, and was well on it’s way to being one of the best in the city.
She was followed by her team of directors and managers as well as her bodyguards. They formed a formidable group with Lana in front of them, looking every inch like a queen in her long black dress, that shimmered with thousand of well cut diamonds that had been cleverly sewn into the material of the dress.
The dress hugged her figure, and accentuated her perfect curves. It had thin straps and was designed to show her delicate and enticing bare back which was covered at the moment with a very stylish custom made suit jacket.
Clutching a purse in her delicate hands, she walked briskly as her high heels clicked on the marble floor with a rhythmic patters, and her group hurried to match her
Silently acknowledging the greetings other employees who bowed before her and stepped out of her way, Lana spoke over her shoulder to Diego
“We are booked fully this season. We will not be accepting any other contract until next season” her voice was cut as she rounded a comer and stood in front of an elevator that would take her to her office, situated at the top floor.
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looked from left to right, then leaned in so he could whisper in her ears,
“They are actually more interested in the designs of last seasons” Diego lowered his voice surreptitiously “you know, that of Muse.”
Lana’s face barely showed any emotion as Diego said those words. She glanced at him briefly, then walked into elevator which had arrived.
“Same thing. Let them try their luck next season.
Diego shook his head slightly as he sighed inwardly. Being the personal assistant of Lana Fernandez, CEO of ALLURE was demanding as well as rewarding.
Dorgo was very proud of his job and he was very proud of the young Miss whom he had followed out of the Romero Empire five years ago.
She had proven those neartless people wrong and made a name for herself, even when everyone thought it would be difficult.
Five years ago, when Laua had decided to go back into fashion designing, she knew it was not going to be easy.
Although, her father had agreed to her decision and offered support where needed, Lana never really asked for his help.
She wanted to ascend on her own and she eventually did.
She had gone back to school and even met her former mentor, who was a dear friend of her mother when she was still alive.
with his belp, Lana established her fashion company known as ALLURE, and it was one of the best in the country.
One of the things that made ALLUILE, stand out was because of its exquisite designs made by a very talented designer called Mase.
Muse designs had first appeared in the fashion world about two years ago, heralded by ALLURE and it caused a massive reaction in the industry.
Her designs were flawless, timeless and breathtaking. Many fashion companies tiled very hard to scout her but this was hard because no one knew who she was
Her designs were only brought to the light through ALLURE, and they were causing a rage in the industry.
Meny of these fashion companies have reached out to ALLARE countless times, so they can have a collaboration whereby they can make use of Muse’s skills but Lan was forever tight–lipped about the identity of her very talented designer.
Lana’s group finally got to her floor and the directors marched into their respective office, while the body guards took their respective positions outside her door, and Diego held the door opentorlur.
She was not really conductable with the guards that normally accompanied her but she had let them, at her father’s insistence.
So most of the
t of the grands that were with her were not her employees but from Lemandez Engle Uselt.
Lana had gotten used to them and they were very useful when it came to protecting bet from those nasty press
Even though she was the CEOst ALLURE and was definitely a target for the press, who would like to have a glimpse into the her personal life, Lena managed to avpid draina with the press most of the time and it was due to those bodyguards.
striding into her spacious office, Lana Mtopped abruptly as she spied the fall figure standing in front of the door to ceiling window in front of her.
Behind her, Diego also stopped, startled because he almost bumped into be.
te also turned to look at the tall figure in the office but there was no indication of alan on their faces.
Instead, a bright smile stretched her lips as the figure tumed at their entrance. Piercing green eyes bored deep into hers with a mischievous glint.
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“Well if it isn’t Miss CEO Zaire said with a slight grin on his face, as he dug his hands deep in the pockets of his suit jacket
“Zare, why didn’t you say you were coming?”
Lana shed her coat as she walked and it dropped into the hands of Diego, who literally dived to catch it before the expensive coat could touch the floor.
He smile triumphantly as he carefully folded the jacket and held it in the crook of his anns
Lana walked towards one of the six stylish and elaborate sofas in the office
was white and
and gold.
The chairs faced each other, with a huge glass table in the middle. The entire decor of the office was Opposite the floor to ceiling windows which enabled a view of the city’s magnificent skyline, was a wall that depicted rare paintings and artworks
Lana sat down regally on the sofa at the head of the table, one long leg crossed over the other, and Zaire settled into another sofa to her right, his gaze sliding appreciatively over her. 1
Diego pressed the button on the intercom and spoke clearly “The CEO has a guest. Please, prepare two cups of cotter.
“Okay sir.” The feminine voice of the secretary replied and Diego went back to his place behind Lana, her coat draped over his ann.
are you just going to stare at me all day, or tell me why you’re here?” Lana said, giving Zaire a wry look as she tookout her tablet and started scrolling through
“What’s the rush? Don’t worry, I like staring at you.” Zaire replied, as he relaxed back in his chair, his grin becoming wider.
Lara narrowed hereves at him but she couldn’t help but feel a little flustered, Zaite was really just a playful person but she could never get used to his teasing and it only made her a little uncomfortable.
“At least, let me have my coffee first” Zane said, as he laughed at her expression, enjoying the reaction his teasing was getting out of her,
.There were two cups of steaming black coffer on it, as well as some
At that moment, the French doors to the office opened and the secretary appeared with a tray. The mouthwatering snacks.
She set them before Lana and Zaire, her p gaze lingering for a second longer on Zaire’s amazing physique,
She blushed slightly when he glanced at her and scurried out of the office.
The
Lana laughed slightly as she saw this little exchange but zaire only shook his head as he sipped the coffee. He grimaced as the hot coffee scalded his tongue and b quiddy put it away.
you’ve had your coffee.” Lana raised an eyebrow at him, as she relaxed back in her chair. A lazy smile played around her lips “To what do I owe this visit?” “Come on, Land, are you so eager to get rid of me?” zaire said, as he made himself at home in the office “I’m hurt.”
Lana rolled her eyes at birt
“You know that’s not what I meant, Zatre. I just…” She trailed off as she looked for the right words to describe the situation.
It’s not like she wanted to get rid of Zalce. He was a very good friend of hers and had supported her greatly when she began ALLURE
The Ludovic Empur was also into fashion and entertainment as one of their main industries and they both helped each other immensely in their respective companies.
However, Lata was all too aware of the attention Zaire gave her. He was kind, sincere and was always ready to lend a hand, which was great and Lana would forever be grateful to him for that
By Landespalted of letting herself depend on anyone anymore, of even worse, opening her heart to anyone.
For she remembered how it was the last time she made that grave mistake.
