When he stepped out of Xavier's office, he met Jaime making his way towards the elevator. Smirking, he went with him despite his protest. He was apparently enjoying the show that he was putting up. "Stay away from me." Jaime snapped. They were in front of the elevator now. "Away from you? Remember your boss said you should stay away from me else he will cut your pay. You should be the one stepping aside for me." He scoffed. Irritated and angry at the same time, Jaime was about to say something really nasty. Guessing his next move correctly, Raymond turned around, "I think I should speak with your boss." He smirked. Scared stiff of what would happen next, Jaime ran to his side. With pleading eyes and hands placed together he said, "I'm sorry. Leave him out of this." "No way. I'm beyond pissed now and before I regain myself, I have to speak to your boss." He scoffed as he brushed past him. "Don't do this. I promise I won't bother you. Just give me this last chance." "Last

The Brooks Mansion… As the sun began to set that evening, a gentle breeze which caused the trees and ornamental plants to rustle, producing a nice scent blew across the garden. That night marked the 30th wedding anniversary of the Brooks and they were set to celebrate it in a grand style. Their family and friends were not left out in the preparation. They were actively involved in the preparation to make the anniversary a successful one. At about eight pm, the invited guests who were all dressed elegantly and sophisticatedly began to make their way to the garden where they were greeted with a rousing welcome. A live band that had been invited began to play soft melodies, creating a welcoming air as more guests arrived and bonded in preparation for the night. The party was yet to begin but the garden was filled with laughter, joy, and the clinking of champagne flutes. At exactly 9 p.m., the party kicked off with a short prayer before Stella was called to the podium. Stell

Meanwhile, Julia was fuming with anger on her part. If she had known her family was going to do this to Raymond, she wouldn't have called him back. Earlier that day, she was doing her school rounds when she got a message from Stella informing her that she was needed at home urgently. Thinking it was something serious, she panicked for the rest of the day only to arrive at her family's mansion to see a merry air. She was staring at everything in confusion when Stella walked up to her with a smile. "You don't seem happy, is everything alright?" She had asked with her hand placed around her neck. "What is going on?" Julia asked. She was still trying hard to figure out the drama her family was acting or was about to act. "Nothing much. Can I have your phone?" She requested and without thinking, Julia gave it to her. "Say something." She snapped as Stella slipped the phone into her purse. "I will help you hold it until the party is over." She smirked then turned aside. J

With the way Raymond had scurried off earlier, Julia was convinced there was nothing wrong with the food. She felt there was something up his sleeves but the issue was, she couldn't place her hands on it no matter her efforts. "I don't trust him a bit." She said, biting the corner of her lips. She tried to resume eating but she couldn't. She had suddenly lost appetite. Instead of waiting for the maids to carry the used plates, she grabbed the plate and then went to the caterers stand. "Thank you." She said, placing the plates on the table. "You are welcome. I hope you enjoyed your meal?" The lady behind the table asked, returning her smile. "I did, thank you." On getting to the table she was occupying, she met an unsolicited visitor, smiling at her as if she had won a lottery. Her visitor was, Asher. She was a close friend up until she married Raymond, the alleged pauper. "What do you want?" She asked, lowering herself on her seat. "Come on, stop acting as if we are fighting

"Sometimes, you don't have to listen to what people are saying. He might not even be in his right senses, you never can tell." Raymond smirked. "Indeed." Julia snapped. She couldn't wait for them to get home so she would vent her anger on him. She was still sulking when Stella stopped beside her. "Come with me." She said, "Why?" "We need to unwrap Dad and Mom's gift. I don't think you will be going home tonight because the gifts are so many." She sang like a canary. She aimed to make Raymond feel bad. "As you can see, I have a company. I can't leave him." Stella cast Raymond a glance then let out a low hiss. "He is invalid. Come with me at this moment." "Please go away and stop bothering me. You and mom contrived to embarrass me and my husband and now you want me to come help you, no way. Ask Mom to help you since you two are partners." Raymond grabbed Julia's hand to calm her down. He knew she was mad at him but he still had to step in to prevent the issue from escala