Chapter 3: Chapter 3

Fredrick pov's I woke up before my alarm could do its job; without thinking twice, I walked to the shower to bathe. When I was done, Igrabbed my towel and tied it around my waist before walking to my room. I applied body cream before going to my closeto pick my outfit for work, which would always be a black tuxedo. I dressed, walked to my dressing room, picked up mycomb, and combed my hair. When I was done, I picked up my briefcase and strode out of my room, shutting the door.

I got downstairs, and the maids were moving about doing their work; some greeted me, but I ignored them and walkedstraight to the dining, only to find out that my food hadn't been served yet.

I dropped my briefcase on the seat closer to mine in the sitting room and checked the time on my wristwatch watch. Thecook was seven minutes late.

Call the cook for me! I yelled, and the maid passing by got frightened and rushed to the kitchen.

The cook walked in sweating profusely as she bowed her head in front of me, refusing to look me in the face; I guess sheknew her offense.

“What was your offense?” I asked her as she fidgeted before me without saying anything. Speak up, damn it, I yelled loudmaking her startled.

I haven't served your breakfast, sir she said with a cracked voice. I looked at her in disgust before taking my face off her.You are fired I said without thinking twice, and she fell on her knees begging me, but I paid deaf ears to her and picked umy briefcase before walking out of her.

I could see the look of fright and pity in the eyes of the other maids, but I didn’t care; this should be a lesson to them allbecause time is money.

I learned from Dad that we should use our time wisely because it is not just precious but also money. I remembered andwalked into my BMW, driving myself to work.

I got into my private elevator and went straight to my office. I dropped my briefcase and opened my laptop to finish up mwork.

Come in, I said. I immediately heard a knock on my door. I continued to work on my laptop without lifting my head to knowho it was.

“Good morning, sir," I heard the voice of my secretary said, and 1 only nodded my head.

“Your coffee is served,” she said, dropping it on my table. “What is my schedule for today?” I asked without staring at her.You have a meeting with Mr. Jerry today, and your sister's engagement party is this evening, also listed. Cancel theengagement party, I said, and she did so quickly.

Is that all? I asked her, and she muttered a “Yes” to me. I said, “Get me a new cook by evening,” she put it down in thenotepad.

“You may leave.” I dismissed her and kept working on my laptop.

Cecilia pov's I felt a tap on my body, making me turn sideways. Who is disturbing my sleep? I thought, groaning in my sleep. “Hey, getCicil a voice said, tapping me,” I opened my eyes abruptly.

I turned sideways and saw Amelia sitting on my bed with a tray. I sat upright and yawned lightly before turning to look ather.

“Good morning” she said, caressing my cheeks while I smiled and greeted her before greeting Joanna, who stood besideher.

Why are you guys here? I asked, yawning. Amelia smiled, pointing at the tray before her.

“Seriously, guys, you brought breakfast for me. You know I am fine and haven't been better," I said while they stared at mein shock. But thank you so much I said and collected the tray from her after placing a kiss on her cheeks.

I uncovered the plates and saw scrambled eggs and pancakes when I purchased them. Awwn, athematic, are you guys thebest friends in the world? I said, giving them my cute puppy face, and we all laughed.

“Enjoy your meal, shower, and come downstairs,” she said, walking out. “Wait,” I said, and they halted, turning to look atme. I replied, “I have something to share with you guys, and they smiled before leaving me.

“Well, 1 just wanted you guys to know about my decision because it wouldn't be fair if I went on without letting you knowbecause you girls are family to me," I said, beating around the bush.

“What is it, Cecilia?” Joanna yelled at me in frustration while I gave her an apologetic look.

“So, I wanted to inform you both that from today onwards, I'm a Lesbian,” I said to them, smiling.

“What?” they both scream in unison, staring at me like I have gone crazy or something else, but I put a smile on my face.Are you okay? Are you sure you aren't down with a fever or something? Is it because of Aroan you made this decision? Thkept throwing questions at me without giving me any opportunity to reply.

“Iam fine, alright; I just made that decision yesterday, and I think that is my path,” I said to them, and Amelia folded herhands, looking at me in shock.

“Cecil, this isn't you speaking; I know this isn't what you want, irrespective of you being bisexual, which I understand. Idon't think this is the decision because of what Aroan did to you,” she said pleadingly.

“You don't get it, do you? It's not just because of Aroan; it is all happening over and over again till it got to Aroan”.

“Don’t you think I need a break? You are my friend. All I need is your support; 1 am sure I would be happy this way, I said,sniffing in.

Since it is what she wants, we best support her, and she is right. Joanna said she did need a break, hugging me beforeAmelia joined sluggishly.

“Thank you so much, guys,” 1 said, hugging them tightly before running to Tomy's room to call Betty.

I dialed her number, and she picked up Instantly.

~Hello, who is on the line she asked with her sweet voice.

~ it's Cecilia; I said you gave me your number yesterday on the street, and she gasped.

~ I can't believe you called; I never thought you would, she said excitedly.

~ 50 1 was hoping we could meet up. I said ~ Sure, I can't wait she yelled, making me smile.