Rachel sat in her office, in deep thoughts, it’s his birthday coming, what kind of gift can I present to him, not too obvious but just okay, she just sat there thinking suddenly and an idea hit her.
She decided to do what she does, creating perfumes, Bella came into her office with a bright smile on her face, “Good morning” she said as if she was singing.
Rachel smiled back at her, “Good morning to you too miss Bella, seem you’re quite happy this morning”.
“Yeah right, it’s a bright Tuesday morning. To continue our research, I am full of energy. ” She took a bottle of perfume and inhaled it.
“Well uh.. um we will have to give that a pause, I want to create a um.. perfume for someone first and uhh” she couldn’t find her words.
Bella smiled and tapped her shoulder, “it alright we can take it slow okay, you don’t have to rush easy does it, so well let’s get to work” she said rubbing her hands together.
“Wait, what do you mean?” Rachel asked with a rather confused expression.
“You heard me girl, I”m here to help. I won’t let you do this all alone, I know how hard it is to create a perfume from scratch so say no more I’m in, so what are we making.
Rachel rushed and hugged her, “thanks Bella I don’t know what I would do without you”.
“It’s okay, I got your back, now work” as she pulled away from the hug and they both started working.
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Vincent came into her office, he saw working on a project, he didn’t know, he was super worried it had been two days now and she hadn’t even come home, it was the third day already, Actually he was here because of Zech.
He acted like he had lost his mind and sense of reason in, he was very sensitive these past two days she wasn’t home, he couldn’t sleep and he was always over thinking everything, Vin on the other hand was worried but Zech was more than worried, he thought that he was the reason behind her not returning home.
“Ahhemm” he cleared his throat to gain their attention, they were startled by him and turned.
“Vin, you’re here?” She asked him, Bella was blushing her face away staring at Vin in a daze, she had always had a crush on him from her first day of working, but Vin never seems to notice or even notice her.
Bella is a very beautiful girl, with brown hair and Greg eyes. She was a beauty but she always puts on glasses, so people never really noticed her, but today she wasn’t on her Glasses she was only on her white lab coat with her hair packed in a messy bun.
“Yes” he said and turned to look at Bella he was stunned that, they was such a beauty employee in their company, he never knew, she Immediately smiled at her “Good morning miss…..” He didn’t know her name. He was looking at her to tell him but she was still too shocked to say anything so Rachel helped her out.
“It’s Bella” she slightly shook Bella, helping her out of her daze, before Bella bowed her head.
“I’m Bella, Assistant head of production department”. She said shyly, she couldn’t even look at his eyes.
“Ohh, Bella, nice to meet you,” he said, staring at her.
“So what brings you here Vin” Rachel asked him, dragging his attention back to her.
“I came because I was worried, you haven’t been home for the past two days now, were worried” he said in a concerned voice.
“Home?” Bella chipped in with a look of confusion.
“I’ll fill you in later,” Rachel said to Bella.
“I was creating a perfume, for Zech I heard it was his birthday a few days ago, so I decided to make something unique, it today and I don’t have much time left I have to head back and prepare” as she a spoke excitement filled her voice
“But he” he stopped, he wanted to tell her about him not wanting to celebrate his birthday, but on a second thought he decided not to, maybe just maybe Rachel might be able to change his mind he thought so.
“But what” she asked with a worried expression “he wouldn’t like it?”
“No no, I mean uhh you’re really considerate I know he would appreciate it, so tell me what have you been working on” he asked changing the subject immediately.
I have been working on a special surprise for Zech’s birthday. Vincent was intrigued and excited to hear what she had in store.
Rachel and Bella led him to her desk, where she had set up a small laboratory-like setup. Test tubes, beakers, and various bottles filled with colorful liquids were neatly arranged. Vincent was curious, wondering what Rachel kind of perfume Rachel had created this time.
With a smile, Rachel began to explain her idea. “You know how much Zech appreciates unique and perfect perfume, right?” she asked. Both Bella and Vincent nodded in agreement. Zech had always been known for his love of perfume.
“Well,” Rachel continued, “I thought I could create a customized perfume for Zech. Something that captures his essence and personality.” She gestured towards the array of bottles. “These are all different scents that I’ve been experimenting with Bella for the past two days now. I wanted to create something truly one-of-a-kind for his birthday, something only he would possess”.
Vincent’s eyes widened in surprise, and a hint of a smile crossed his face. He had thought someone would be so thoughtful about Zech, after what he had done to her, She really had a pure heart. Vincent looked really impressed.
Rachel went on to explain her process. She had researched various scents and their associations, carefully selecting and blending them to create a unique fragrance. “I wanted to capture Zech’s vibrant and courageous spirit,” she said, her voice filled with enthusiasm. “So, I combined notes of fresh citrus with a hint of sandalwood and a touch of spice. It’s a bold scent that represents his fearless nature.” someone to go to such lengths for his birthday. “Rachel, this is incredible,” Vin said, his voice filled with gratitude. “I can’t believe you put so much thought and effort into creating something so personal for him, I bet he would be really pleased.
“I bet he will be so touched, she hadn’t even slept enough, she was always trying out different kinds of scents, she almost got her face blown up one time, ” Bella said with a smile, while Rachel frowned a little at her.
Rachel smiled, “Well, he does deserve something nice” she replied. “He had always been supportive and encouraging, not just to me, but to everyone in the office. This is my way of showing appreciation for everything he does.”
Vincent chimed in, a mischievous grin on his face. “I have to admit, Rachel, you’ve set the bar pretty high for the rest of us. I don’t know how we’re going to top this gift!”
“Yeah, what about us, you really outdid yourself” Bella chipped in smiling at her.
Rachel laughed, feeling a sense of accomplishment. “It’s not about topping each other,” she said. “It’s about celebrating Zech and making his birthday special. We all have different ways of showing our appreciation, and that’s what makes it unique.”
She took the tube which contained the perfume, it was a crimson red color. She smiled, it was a success, then poured it into the plain white bottle and then put it in her bag.
“Finally, I’m done” she turned towards Bella, “I really appreciate your efforts, I wouldn’t have done this without”.
“It’s okay, just when you’re done you treat me to dinner” she smiled at her.
“Deal, I’ll leave now, um Vin hope he’s not at home” she asked him.
“No, no he left earlier, he will be back only at night”
“Good, I’ll head back now” she left leaving Vin and Bella in the office.
Bella was really shy, she didn’t know what to say, “uhh I will take my leave now” she said and ran off.
*****
She was finally done preparing everything, she cooked, baked and did her thing herself, the maids wanted to tell her but didn’t want her to feel sad, they too hoped for a change so they let her be.
She heard his car and she knew he was back, she immediately hid with the cake in her head she was really excited, as he entered the house she screamed.
“Happy Birthday” Zech stood frozen on his spot, the coldness in the house was beyond chilly, it was as if they were transported to the north pole, his face was now a few shades darker.
He immediately knocked the cake from her hand, beside the cake was the perfume she had creates, Rachel was in shock, she couldn’t muster a word the cake splashed on the ground, Vin waked into the scene