HOW DID IT HAPPEN?At the station, the crowd of people gathering outside wouldn't let the cab driver find his way to the entrance. Caleb was forced to come down and pay him off so he could call Officer Martins to come out and escort him inside. He wasn't allowed access even when he showed his I. D to the security at the gate. On a normal day, he might have been furious but today he had already played his card well and that silently put him in a good mood. Caleb was escorted to the office of Deputy Inspector John by Officer Martins. The man was already waiting for him alongside Officer Ethan who still appeared visibly shaken from the whole incident. "We asked you to come to the station because we have a few things that we need clarification about," the D. I. P began. "Because from the news report and also the account of a few witnesses at the scene, the military helicopter that blew the black Hilux took off as soon as the deed was done. Meaning that it wasn't on a rescue mission per

CLOSER TO THE TRUTH Caleb was expecting a call from Mr Lujan but he didn't. Instead, it was the one called Adelio Amos that reached out to him.He sounded relaxed and calm as if he was one of his men but Caleb didn't let that fool him one bit. Of course, he knew Mr Amos had seen the news and read what people were saying on social media. A lot were against him. "Mr Amos, to what do I owe this pleasant surprise." He too was acting calm as if he didn't just go in front of the whole world to challenge them. "I'm surprised you seem calm and unperturbed despite what you've been through. That's one of the attributes of a true leader," he said, his tone still as relaxed as ever. "Were you expecting a different reaction? And how do you know what I've been through, if I may ask?" The man was silent. He had given himself away by that singular comment. He needed to choose his next words carefully now. "Common, Mr Dezani, let's not pretend like we're children here. You and I know that not ma

TEST OF WILLS"You don't have much of a choice," Mr Amos sneered at El-Zaki. "I have control of the media as well as the loyalty of a good number of our members. They will do as I say.""Are you threatening me Adelio? Remember that I still have a lot of influence whether I'm the number one don or outgoing don."Mr Amos let out a burst of sarcastic laughter that echoed throughout the entire hospital room. "If that is the case, why didn't I see your security guards at the door trying to stop me?"The man stood up and walked over to the foot of the bed so he'd have a better look at El-Zaki. "Caleb Dezani had only recently beaten up two of your men and locked them up. The assistant head of police already gave him security escorts and pledged his loyalty to the new don."El-Zaki raised his head in shock."Oh ho!" Mr Amos smirked. "See? You don't even have adequate information about the goings-on in your household. Is that the characteristics of a man who intends to wrest power from a full-

BEYOND REACHCaleb wasn't sure he heard Mia right. Did she want him? Just like that? Why? And more importantly, why now?He didn't say anything. "Are you there?" she asked. "Please don't say no. Grant me this one request, if not for anything, for our past friendship."He scoffed. "Past friendship? Were we ever friends, Mia? Did I cut the mark to be considered a friend by you? Was there a time you made me feel loved or welcome in your life?" His tone kept rising with each question so much that he choked."I know how this may sound, alright. But I desperately need to talk to someone before I lose my mind.""In that case, let me get you the psychiatrist who works at the hospital you're admitted in. He's a good listener and counsellor."The dint of sarcasm could not be missed in Caleb's tone."Come on, Caleb. I know you're enjoying this. Yes, I admit that I'm miserable - if that will make you change your mind."Caleb heard the sound of the door opening and closing. "I have to go now," Mi

IT'S NOT OVER YETCaleb briefly stopped by the hospital to see Samantha's doctor. He was surprised that the girl knew who he was when he decided to check on her. The live announcement by her father took everyone by surprise. Even himself. He went on to talk about his good qualities, something that no one had ever done. And because of that, his social media handle was buzzing like a beehive. And his phone wouldn't stop ringing. Mr Ramirez was one of those that called and said he was going to pay him a courtesy visit from Madrid. "I feel on top of the world," he said when the man asked him how he was taking the fame. "Yes you should, but it also calls for you to be extra vigilant. Not everyone is genuinely happy with the news. So watch your back." He thanked the man and said he was looking forward to hosting him. As he sat now in front of the doctor, he realised how true Mr Ramirez's words were. "I never knew you were someone of high class until I saw the news. If I must do this w