He watched as she ran down the staircase and into the other man's arms. A burning sensation arose in him and he felt somewhat heartbroken. He had met her only once or twice before, but he felt his heart pound everytime he was near her. Rayna Clark... A week later "Daniel. The time has come. Even though you are only seventeen... With the passing of your father, it is time for you to become the president of the company he has made." He sat there. It had only been a day since his father's passing, yet he was already being pushed to become the CEO of his father's company. An investment group. "I understand," he said and he sat down at his father's desk. "Now Daniel, it is also customary for you to choose a wife," explained his mother. He looked up at her, raising an eyebrow. Although her husband had just died, she didn't even hint towards sadness. But it didn't bother him, they rarely spoke anyways. "A wife?" "Yes. Any of your choosing. Of course she has to be someone..." "I choose Rayna. Rayna Clark. I presume you know who she is, mother?" he asked quietly. "Yes. The daughter of Layne Clark... But she is of low status. Are you sure someone like her would..." "Mother. You said anyone." He heard her sigh before she placed a hand on his shoulder. "Yes. I did say that. It may take a while, but I'll arrange it," she said and she kisses him on the cheek before leaving the room. He looked out the window. He though of her... Would she hate him? Probably? Forever? Maybe not. She was in love with someone else, but he didn't want to lose her, not to HIM... ------- First story um... should I update? And please give me some advice or comments. and sorry for the weird title My mind went blank