“Let me go.” James yelled with gritted teeth. “You really should know your place. You are in no position to come against me especially after your father has called quits.” Declan said, shoving James to the floor. The front door opened and Mandy walked out to see James laying on the floor a few feet away from Declan trying to get to his feet. “Is this really necessary?” She asked, glancing from James to Declan. “Not really. Besides, it's not like I will be killing him. His father has already secured his life for him.” Declan said, releasing his grip on James. He turned to walk back into the building when James looked up and saw Mandy walking beside Declan. “Mandy Ashers, you are in cohorts with him aren't you?” Mandy turned to look at him with a look of scorn. “I already washed my hands off his actions. Doesn't mean I renounced my relationship with Declan Kings.” Mandy said, walking inside leaving Declan and James.“Go home. I spared you because of your late brother and you fathe

Mandy shouted, running after Declan.They walked into the building together and Mandy’s eyes narrowed . The auction hall wasn't less of the Smiths but she didn't see why he would spend money on a place like this just for an auction. “Something isn't right, you feel it?” Declan said, looking at Mandy's countenance. “Jordan must have picked here for a reason.”“This just goes to prove that this is a trap… and we both know that you are the only person that Jordan is willing to set a trap for at this moment. It's not too late to turn around” Mandy stated as they walked towards a booth that was reserved for them. Declan smiled seeing two seats with a table filled with drinks in between them.“I don't remember telling Jordan that I was a heavy drinker, but I am really appreciative.” Declan said, taking his seat immediately and pouring out a glass of champagne.“You really should be more cautious for a man who knows that people are after his life.” Mandy said, taking a seat beside him and

Declan watched Jayden closely with a cocked brow “I don't remember saying that I had one with him.” Jayden replied. “I suppose I will let you two men be.” Mandy said walking away. “You didn't have to say the word. I haven't seen Jordan behave close to anyone the way he is with you.” Declan said. “Mandy said that you stay out of town. I would have thought that he was the reason why you came back into town.”“Well, I suppose you can say that. I got a call that involved a favorite nephew of mine. I guess that was enough reason to bring me back.” Jayden said and smiled. “Well, I suppose it was nice meeting you.” Declan said, raising his glass. “I have someone to meet.”“Likewise. Hope to see more of you around during my stay.” Jayden said. “I hope not.” Declan blurted with a small smile before walking towards May and Mandy who were standing a few feets away from him. “How did it go?” Mandy asked when Declan stopped before her. May looked from Mandy to Declan. “Nice or at least it's

“Welcome to my humble abode.”Jayden and Jordan walked into the house. Declan closed the door behind them before leading them into the living room. “Please take a seat.” He said with a smile. “Is there anything I can offer you?”“Not really. We just came from the Ashers company and we're served there to our heart's content.” Jayden declined with a smile. “Thanks for asking though.”Declan took a seat opposite the two men looking from Jordan to Jayden. “So, to what do I owe the pleasure of two prominent figures in my abode?” Declan asked, his facial expression hardening as he fixed his sight of Jordan who was reddening in anger. “We are here in respect to what Mr. Smith had told me.” Jayden said, ignoring the hard gaze he was receiving from Declan. “I am sure you were acquainted with Tom, the right hand man of Jordan?”“Yes. Now I think of it, I haven't been seeing him around lately. Has something happened to him?” Declan asked and Jordan slammed his hand on the table. “Drop the

The hall went silent as the sound of the slap resounded through it.Everyone turned to the source of the sound to see Jordan on his knees holding his cheeks with Declan standing over him. “You dare to hit me?” Jordan said, raising his feet glaring daggers at Declan whose countenance was flat. “Would you like me to do so again?” Declan said, raising his hand. An arm grabbed his hand from behind forcing it down. “Enough! What is going on here?” Jayden barked, looking at Declan like he was the only one caught. “He hit me, this useless fool actually hit me.” Jordan growle. He wanted to lunge at Declan but Jayden blocked him.“Well, I guess I will have to clean this off.” Declan said, forcing his arm from Jayden's grasp before walking away.“What happened?” Jayden asked, watching Declan walk out of the hall. “I did as I was asked. He just slapped me from the blue before I was able to apologize.” Jordan said with gritted teeth. “I will get him for this.”“No, you will let him be. Dec