All Chapters of The Billionaire Gardener : Chapter 11 - Chapter 20
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Chapter Eleven
Ralph came out of Rovers Royale with Diana. They had eventually had a nice time out after Andre, Victor, and Stuart had been thrown out. At the entrance, it was another security guard who was there. “Where is Bright Moore?” Ralph asked, looking like someone seeking confirmation. He knew what happened to Bright Moore. It’s a result of his instruction. “He has just been suspended for six months with no pay.” Diana exchanged knowing looks with Ralph. “Really? What is his offense?” “He insulted a customer earlier on. Seemed Mr. R.R. got wind of it and stated his punishment. This new owner now seems to tolerate no nonsense. I wonder if he is a ghost.” Again, Diana looked at Ralph questioningly. “Oh! He should learn to treat people better then. I’m sure the punishment will reform him.” “Do you want to give him a tip, sir? I can collect it on his behalf.” “He doesn’t deserve anything, but let me find you something.” Ralph gave him a few bucks. “Thank you, sir. I will look forward to
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Chapter Twelve
The next morning, Diana awoke to find herself alone in bed, Ralph absent beside her. Did he even come home at all? Slowly, the events of the previous night flooded back. As she attempted to rise, Ralph entered, adorned in one of his usual work outfits.“Hello, beautiful.”"And where are you going this time around?" Diana was not in the mood for Ralph’s romantic greetings."Where else? Work, of course. Or have you forgotten I work?""Lol…you call that work? Where did you go last night, Ralph? What's happening?" Diana asked, concern etched in her eyes.“Okay. Now I know why you are tensed. I went to return the card we used yesterday to the owner.”"Return the card? Did it not display your name? How?"“Yeah. You remember my friend from long ago that I told you about? He was the one who did it in my name to repay me for how much I helped him back in Vernice. But I can only use it sometimes with his permission. Isn’t he nice?”“Who is he?”Ralph hesitated before speaking. “You will meet hi
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Chapter Thirteen
Bridget looked hurt as she sat up and stormed out of the room. At the door, she met Diana who had obviously been eavesdropping. She had come to check up on her grandmother like Ralph advised.“And what are you doing here?” Bridget poured all her anger into the statement, and Diana cowered before regaining her composure.“I…I…I have an urgent message for Granny.” She lied, quietly, not wanting her to know she was there for no cogent reason.“What message could someone like you possibly have to tell the almighty Lady Margarita. We both know that the message is irrelevant, but you make it look like it’s something meaningful. Anyway, I’m not in the mood for this.” She hissed and walked away.Diana thought it was a good time to gain her grandmother’s favour since she was angry with her favorite child and grandchild. She knocked gently and opened the door to Lady Margarita’s room. She just got the proof that Granny only loved Andre because he seemed to be running the family business well.
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Chapter Fourteen
Ralph carefully parked his bicycle in the bustling premises of Lowell Real Estates and confidently strolled towards the entrance. A multitude of property buyers milled around, but Ralph was not his usual recognizable self. His hair had been restyled, and he sported a mustache and a pair of old glasses, carefully chosen as part of his disguise. His tools had worked seamlessly; he even found it hard to recognize himself in the mirror. Memories of his survival tactics in Vernice, where disguises were a necessity, flashed through his mind.Suddenly, he heard his name being called, causing his heart to skip a beat. Had his disguise failed? Slowly turning around, he identified the caller – Liam Summers. What on earth was Liam doing there?Pretending not to hear his name, Ralph continued walking toward the main entrance. However, Liam persisted and caught up with him. Ralph was already thinking of the explanation he would give for his being there. He didn’t want him to know he was there to
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Chapter Fifteen
Asphalt's phone rang. It was his boss, Mr. Lowell, calling him. Eagerly, he put the phone on loudspeaker, expecting praise from Mr. Lowell as usual. He would want Ralph and Fancy to know how high and valuable his boss viewed him. However, his excitement turned to shock. “Hell….” Mr. Lowell cut him off and unleashed a barrage of reprimands on him. “You bastard! What are you doing? Is that how to treat a client? Do you know who is before you? A client referred to us by a respected friend who can make Rovers Group withdraw their shares. If they do, we are finished. You idiot. Is Fancy there?” “Yes,…yes sir,” Asphalt stammered. “As from this moment, she is now the director. You will go back to being a receptionist. No! Not receptionist! I wouldn’t want you to tell clients off at the entrance. I will decide a very lowly position for you when I return from my trip. Till then, help the cleaners tidy the premises!” Mr. Lowell's harsh verdict left Asphalt dumbfounded. Asphalt, bewildered,
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Chapter Sixteen
At the headquarters of Rovers Group, workers gathered in groups to discuss the news flying on the internet. Then, Victor came in. He was just resuming work for the day.“What! What are you all looking at? What’s funny?”A pang of guilt pricked Victor as he walked to his office, closely followed by Sabrina, who held his briefcase. He could feel numerous eyes on him – some filled with pity, others with accusation, and a few mocking his predicament. The humiliating news of him being thrown out of Rovers Royale was circulating on the internet, and he was determined to retaliate. If that gardener had not come around, everything would have been averted. He blamed the gardener for being the root cause of this humiliation he was facing. He must make him regret his actions! Soon!“Maybe the new boss does not like him,” whispered one of the workers to another.“I think so. It’s a bad sign for him. He should watch his back. Maybe he will be fired next.”“Or demoted!”“I never liked him. He’s to
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Chapter Seventeen
It was a few minutes before noon, and Andre drove in, spotting Diana and Lady Margarita walking towards one of the parked cars. He hurriedly approached them.“When did you two start going out together? Where are you going?” “To clear the mess you made. I won’t fold my hands and watch you ruin what my late husband and I built for years.”“Granny, it’s not what you think. I didn’t intend for this to happen, and trust me, I’m going to fix it.”“By making another mess, right? I thought your mother trained you better than this.”“At least let me follow you.”Lady Margarita hissed and entered the car without replying to him. Andre turned to face Diana.“So, now you are close to Granny. Enjoy it while it lasts because I, Andre Junior Summers, am going to unseat you from the position you have given yourself.” Andre said with great emphasis.“You have no shame. I’m only trying to help fix the problem you caused, but you are too blind to see it. Get out of my way.”“Really? The problem I cause
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Chapter Eighteen
The door opened again to reveal Sabrina coming in."What now? Are you done with the letter?""On it, but some guests are here to see Mr. R.R.""See Mr. R.R.? How? When he has decided to make himself invisible? Even I have not seen him. Do I have the power to make them see him?""Well, that was what they said, and I thought I should inform you.""Names?""Margarita Summers and Diana Summers.""Oh! That beautiful lady. So, you don’t know the Summers?""I know the Summers. Summers Luxury Automobiles, one of our major distributors. But I have not seen the faces before.""Yeah! You couldn’t have since you visit classless places! Tell them to come in. I might as well woo the damsel today."Sabrina was jealous. There she was, developing feelings for Victor. But he would not open his eyes to see it."I’m sorry to say this, but I thought you detested mixing work with pleasure, just like you told me earlier on."Victor was caught off guard but dismissed her observation."I am the boss. I can do
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Chapter Nineteen
In Ralph’s office, everything happening in Victor’s office played before him. Though he could not hear them, he knew what they could be discussing, judging from their expressions. He had put on the CCTV live recording to see how Victor would react when given the letter. He had instructed Amy to not only use email but also a hard copy letter. This way, he would be able to see Victor truly gnash his teeth as opposed to what he had planned for him.He didn’t know Lady Margarita and Diana were visiting the company, so when he turned the screen on and saw them, he was surprised. A whole Summers matriarch! The almighty Lady Margarita! He knew she was there to manage the effect of Andre’s news flying around the internet. She must think Victor would be of help, but even Victor would not be able to save them from him when he began throwing his blows at them. Among the Summers, only Diana was worthy of his mercy, and he would make them beg her for help.He watched as they left Victor’s office,
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Chapter Twenty
Andre was surprised to learn that Ralph hadn't been at the Villa that day. After confirming with other workers who testified they hadn't seen him since morning, Andre grew curious about Ralph's whereabouts. He called Diana. “Do you know where your husband is?” He deliberately omitted any derogatory remarks, so Diana would reply him well. Normally, he would have added ‘loser’. “Where else will he be? He’s at work, of course.” “He’s not there. I just left Rovers Villa, and the others confirmed that he hadn’t shown up at all.” “Call him then. And why are you even looking for him?” “I found a better job he could do.” Andre lied. “Wow! I didn’t know you were this nice. Let me see if I can get through to him.” “Call me back once you know where he is.” Just as Andre ended the call with Diana, Giant Gerald's call came in. “I am yet to have the location. After two days, your money expires.” His deep voice warned on the other end. Andre had been trying to track Ralph’s location ever si
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