LOST PASSION : CHAPTER 1-10
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CHAPTER 4
CHAPTER 4
~~ THE CHEN’S BUILDING **
Jemma got off the lady’s car in front of their building.
“Thanks for the ride” Jemma said immediately she got down the car.
“But ma’am, what about your arm? Should I call for a doctor?” The lady asked concerned and Jemma smiled.
“Don’t worry, I can take care of things. Anyways thanks again for the ride” Jemma said and ran into their building.
“Good day ma’am, what do you think of the decorations so far?” The party planner asked Jemma as he ran to her.
“It looks beautiful but the flowers are supposed to be on the entry. Josie loves flowers a lot so it will brighten up her mood if she sees it as the entry so let’s adjust the flowers” Jemma instructed and the planner noticed her swollen hand.
“Ma’am I think we need to call a doctor over” He said and Jemma rolled her eyes.
“Why would we be calling a doctor over in such a beautiful occasion. Are you trying to jinx this party before it even begins” Jemma fired and he swallowed hard.
“Ma’am I think there’s something wrong with your right arm, it’s all swollen and red. Did you hurt yourself ma’am?” He asked curiously and Jemma pushed him with her other hand.
“It’s nothing you should concern yourself with but for now, get to work. We’re running out of time and you’re not done yet so let’s worry about that” Jemma cut in swiftly then walked away.
She got to a corner and winced in so pain. She was beginning to pour cold sweat all over her forehead.
Calling the doctor over and getting treated will take hours and I still haven’t sent out the invitation to Josie’s guests yet. Jemma muttered in her mind staring at her phone.
“Sis, sis… !” Fanny, Jemma’s sister called out as she ran to where Jemma was standing.
“Fanny what are you doing here? When did you get here?” Jemma asked curiously.
“I got just got here and the planner told me about your current condition. Sis, you should call the doctor over. You have cold sweat all over, you might pass out at this rate before you even surprise Josie” Fanny complained and Jemma scoffed.
“You know this is a little challenge for me, I can handle it and I still have so much to do so I can’t call the doctor over” Jemma said defiantly.
“You’re so stubborn, you’re in so much pain and you think you can keep on working in this condition. Look, your arm is swollen what if you arm stays like this forever. You will have to go on with a dislocated arm” Fanny threatened and Jemma’s eyes went wide open.
“That can’t happen, I still have lots of responsibility at the company. Fanny hurry up and call the doctor”
“Sure. By the way, I really thought you weren’t going to push through with Josie’s surprise birthday party. I underestimated you for a second, good thing I came here on time. What should I help you with after calling the doctor over?” Fanny asked as she helped Jemma to sit on a bench.
“I’m hoping it’s not too late, to send out the invites” Jemma said on a low tone.
“Sis this is the reason why I told you to quit. How can you be so busy with the company and still handle things normally at home. You can’t be a good boss and a good mother at the same time. That’s why Eli is so full of attitudes” Fanny said sarcastically and Jemma glared at her.
“Don’t you ever tell me anything regarding quitting okay. You quitted but I’m not going to do same, I have to fulfill my responsibilities as the first daughter. Who will look after our family’s business if I quit as well… Fanny you shouldn’t be annoying me today of all days. You’re here to help me out so do so. Call the doctor immediately and help me send out invites to Josie’s classmates” Jemma instructed staring at her arm as she felt so much pain.
“Alright fine.. I will get to it” Fanny said and dialed the number of the family’s doctor.
“Hello doc, please can you come over to Jemma’s. She twisted her elbow. Thank you doc ” Fanny said over the phone and hung up.
“See! That was easy. What’s next” Fanny added sarcastically and Jemma rolled her eyes.
LOST PASSION : CHAPTER 1-10
WESTON’S LIVING ROOM **
Ruby got back from college and threw her bag on the couch so carelessly. She walked to the fridge and got herself a bottle of water.
“Isn’t Dad back yet? He should be back by now” Ruby uttered after gulping down a little amount of water.
She went back to where she threw her school bag, she brought out her phone about to dial Weston’s number when someone came out of one of the rooms.
“Ahhh!” Ruby screamed in shock.
“Who are you? And how did you get in here?” Ruby asked sharply as her heart raced nervously.
“Relax okay. My name’s Suzy, I’m your new house help” Suzy introduced and Ruby felt a bit relieved.
“I see but my dad never told me, he was hiring a young lady and a beautiful one at that. Are you sure you came to the right house?” Ruby asked curiously and Suzy chuckled.
“Of course dear and don’t be deceived with my looks, I’m not that young” Suzy chuckled and just then Weston came into the house.
“Dad, you’re back?” Ruby asked with a smile and Weston gave her a playful hug.
“Yes sweetie and I’m so sorry, I’m just getting back. How was your first day in HUFS sweetie?” Weston asked with a smile without even noticing Suzy.
“We will talk about that later Dad but for now I think you need to let Mrs Suzy introduce herself” Ruby said calmly and Weston turned around.
“Oh so sorry, my bad. I didn’t notice you were there and if I may ask, who are you and what brings you here?” Weston asked professionally.
“Dad, you two go ahead. I will go fix up my room”
“Alright sweetie, go ahead” Weston said and Ruby picked up her bag and left for her room.
“Sir, my name is Suzy Lee. The new house help” Suzy introduced with her heartbeat racing with admiration.
I can’t believe I’m standing in front of Weston Hong. For this past years, I only watched him on TV, he’s even more handsome than on TV. Suzy uttered in her mind as she admired Weston secretly.
“Wait a minute, did you just say the new house help? But how come I wasn’t informed, you would be this young? And the house help I requested for, is an elderly lady with experience because my daughter and I gets very picky on things” Weston said keeping his cool.
“I’m sorry sir, if I didn’t meet up to your expectations but I was told you approved of my application sir and that’s why I’m here” Suzy said calmly and Weston slide his hands into his pockets.
“I don’t approve of applications easily. I saw it clearly, it was a photo of an old woman on your application so what’s going on here and how many years of experience do you have as an house help?” Weston asked harshly.
“This is my first job as an house help sir” Suzy said in a low tone and Weston laughed awkwardly.
“Didn’t you read the requirements for the vacancy before applying? I would have reconsidered if you had a little bit of experience but what is this? If you don’t have any experience then how are you supposed to handle my home and daughter?” Weston asked rudely.
I can’t leave this place. I’m here already so I must get this job, it’s a must. Suzy said in her head with full determination.
“You don’t have to be worried about your home or daughter. I’ve got lots of experience on that part because I was born in a large family and I practically take care of everything at home so rest assured sir” Suzy said professionally.
“What was your last job?” Weston asked.
“I was chef sir” Suzy answered sharply.
“I see… How old are you? Are you married? Do you have any illness or disease? Have you ever gone to jail before? Do you have any kids?” Weston asked in a go.
“Sorry if my questions were a little bit personal but you know, you would be living with us as long as you work here right?” Weston added and Suzy nodded.
“I understand sir. I’m 39 years old sir and I’m not married. I don’t have any illness or disease. I went for a full check up days ago and I’m not an ex-convict sir. I don’t have any kids” Suzy answered and Weston nodded.
“You would be going for another check up under my watch but for now settle in and that will be your room over there. I will list out the rules you must follow in my home” Weston said professionally.
“OK sir, thank you so much sir” Suzy said excitedly and Weston head to Ruby’s room.
He knocked on the door and the door slide open.
“The room is all cleaned up. That was fast sweetie. Anyways about Suzy, what do you think?” Weston asked closing the door.
“I don’t feel anything special about her but there’s something really strange about her. She looks rich and classy, how could someone like her be a house help. Dad I think you need to do a background check on her” Ruby suggested and Weston nodded.
“I thought of such as well. That was a good one Ruby, you’re all smart now just like me” Weston complimented with a smile and Ruby blushed.
“We can’t repeat same mistake twice Dad” Ruby uttered sadly and Weston nodded.
“I will handle it” Weston assured.
LOST PASSION : CHAPTER 1-10
THE CHEN’S BUILDING **
6 : 50pm….
The whole sitting room have been decorated for Josie’s birthday. Some guests started arriving already.
“Please get yourself something to drink” Jemma said to the guests as she went to a corner.
“Josie will be arriving soon but why’s Caleb not here yet?” Jemma questioned anxiously as she dialed Caleb’s number but he wasn’t picking up.
Jemma paced around impatiently waiting for Caleb’s call.
Eli brought the girls back home after a long drive.
“Bro do you think something happened? Why’s there so many cars in the parking lot?” Josie questioned as they head to the entrance.
The lights were turned off.
“Bro I’m scared, why are the lights off?” Josie asked getting scared.
“Relax Josie. No need to be scared. Maybe Aunt turned them off” Linda tried to cover up but Josie scoffed.
“That’s ridiculous” Josie smirked as she laughed over what Linda said.
“You both have me here so there’s no need to be scared” Eli said jovially as they went into entrance and the lights went on.
The decorated flowers and balloons had lights on them.
“Wow.. this is beautiful” Linda said with a wide smile.
“Linda are you thinking what I’m thinking?” Josie asked with a blank expression and Linda nodded.
They both ran and opened the front door.
“Happy birthday Josie” Everyone screamed as she opened the door and Josie’s mouth went wide open.
“Happy birthday my love” Jemma said grinning and Josie gave her a tight hug and Jemma winced silently.
“Mum are you okay?” Josie asked and just then she noticed the cast on Jemma’s hand.
“Mum what happened to you?” Josie asked worriedly.
“Don’t worry about me. Go up and dress up, you can’t keep your guest waiting for too long” Jemma said with a smile and Josie stared at her worriedly.
“Come on, don’t give me that look” Jemma added playfully.
LOST PASSION : CHAPTER 1-10
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