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Beyond the Frame Chapter 16
It should have been easy to forget Eric. After all, Victoria told herself, he was like a wind passing through her life. She remembered watching him take photographs at Beth’s wedding. How easy it was to see the pain and shadow of longing in Eric’s eyes those days. Watching him sit opposite Beth on Monday afternoon felt like she was rediscovering his secret again. What surprised her was the constant pang of jealousy plaguing her. She knew Eric liked Beth, even teased him about it when they first…- 38.8 K • Ongoing
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Beyond the Frame Chapter 15
“You work at the Savon!” Christine said, her excitement tangible, as she studied Victoria with wide eyes. “Wow, can I visit you during lunch? You can treat me.” “Christine,” Waceke said, her tone chastising, her expression enough to let Victoria know that she was embarrassed with Christine’s blatant request. “I don’t mind,” Victoria said honestly. “Call me the day before you visit, though. In case I’m out and about, it happens sometimes.” “How long have you worked…- 38.8 K • Ongoing
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Beyond the Frame Chapter 14
Eric wanted Victoria in his life. She was fun, her sense of humor fresh and surprising. She had quirky habits that left him laughing to himself when he was alone, like singing aloud to her favorite song when it came on. The song was not the problem. He could take a little Justin Bieber... the off-key, full-volume voice was the problem. Victoria truly believed she was the next Beyoncé, except no one ever told her she was not. God help him if he said anything critical. Victoria hid a temper. He…- 38.8 K • Ongoing
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Beyond the Frame Chapter 13
“I heard about the kiss,” Grace said later that evening. They were at Victoria’s apartment, and Grace was helping her make dinner.Victoria watched Grace stir-fry a mix of vegetables with olive oil and black pepper. “He kisses and runs off,” Victoria said, checking the time on her microwave. It was almost eight o’clock. “He said he would call, but it has been hours.” “Things must be going well if you’re waiting for his calls.” Grace winked at her. “You know those first days…- 38.8 K • Ongoing
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Beyond the Frame Chapter 12
“She’s very special,” Eric said to the older woman. “Victoria, this is my aunt Rose. Auntie, this is Victoria. I’m trying to impress her. Please tell me you have a table.” Victoria was surprised, but she managed to hide it, or she hoped she did. Clutching Eric’s hand since he would not let go, she met Aunt Rose’s curious gaze. The older woman studied her with critical appraisal. Victoria tried not to feel like a specimen under a microscope. When Aunt Rose simply smiled and nodded,…- 38.8 K • Ongoing
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Beyond the Frame Chapter 11
Working with Ronald turned into a trial. Victoria carried a box full of lanyard nametags into her office. She had spent two hours arguing with Ronald. She carried one thousand pieces in the box for a conference event the next morning. Ronald wanted them replaced because he did not want the guests wearing the tags around their necks. He wanted the nametags clipped. Why it mattered, she had no idea. The business conference organizers did not have a preference, so Ronald was just being a…- 38.8 K • Ongoing
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Beyond the Frame Chapter 10
Victoria tugged on an emerald dress and zipped it with finality. Not sparing her figure a look in the mirror, she turned to the mess on her bed. All the dresses she owned were scattered on her bed. To think she had ended up with the dress she picked first. Her phone buzzed, and she jumped. Glancing at the clock, Victoria sighed when she saw the time. It was only ten minutes to six. Eric had promised to show up at six thirty. Her phone buzzed again, and she pushed dresses aside to find it on the…- 38.8 K • Ongoing
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Beyond the Frame Chapter 9
Eric smiled when Victoria gasped as he opened the door to reveal stairs leading to the upper floor of the building. “You have an upstairs,” she said in awe as he led her up the short steps. “Yes, I got the space two years ago. I use it as a gallery, office, or rest area, whatever I need.” “Intriguing,” Victoria said, tightening her hold on his fingers when he got to the top of the stairs. She hurried up the last two steps, and he gave her an appreciative glance. She looked gorgeous…- 38.8 K • Ongoing
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Beyond the Frame Chapter 8
Monday was filled with meetings. Victoria spent most of her day moving from one conference room to another, crunching numbers, and working with the various sales department heads planning events in the Savon Hotel. The holiday season was around the corner, not to mention the end-of-year parties. The hotel was booked up for three months straight, which was great for revenue, but it meant more work for the staff. “Vicky,” Bernard from the PR Department caught up with her after a meeting with the…- 38.8 K • Ongoing
