Loretta pressed her lips tightly. “Wayne? What have you done? Why are you here in the first place?” Her eyes widened in fear as the five bodyguards surrounded Wayne.She panicked. “Run!" She pushed him behind her, towards the door. "Y. . .You might end up getting hurt.”Wayne reached up to caress her face, a small smile appearing on his face for her concern. “It’s okay. They can’t hurt me.”The bodyguards snickered at his haughtiness. “This scoundrel sure has a lot of nerve. Bluffing on front of us?"Another man chuckled. “People like him are all bluffing and no action."Wayne glowered down at the lackeys in front of him. It would cost him nothing to knock then senseless.He pinned Mike with a menacing, threatening gaze. “Hey, Taylor. I’m giving you one last chance to get your lackeys and leave, otherwise you’ll have yourself to blame for whatever happens.”“Scoundrel! You’re asking me to leave?” Mike flew into a rage, his face still red from nursing his swollen wrist.“Look!” He face
Wayne twirled the pen in his fingers, flipping through the documents in front of him. He was sitting in the Manager’s office, trying to go through the Business Investment for Las Vegas Oil that Henry handed to him.But he was finding it hard to concentrate on the files.His mind went waltzing back to what happened at Loretta’s restaurant yesterday. Mike Taylor would be planning some retribution by now. It would be best if he keeps a better eye on his wife.Last night, after they left the sitting heading back to their room, he’d tried to get Loretta not to worry and assure her he’ll pay the loan for her, but she broke down in tears. She was already overwhelmed with all that had happened, coupled with the fact that her Grandma had driven her to a tight corner.Wayne tugged on his shirt button nervously. He had something else to be worried about. The results of the DNA test was going to be out this evening. All of his plans was dependent on that test.He sat up when his phone suddenly pi
Wayne caught Andrew’s wrist, gripping it hard. “I just warned you not to over step your boundaries, right?” He twisted violently.Cayenne gasped in shock as the tall and muscular Andrew was flung hard to the wall, with sounds of ribs cracking.“Ah! Punk!” Andrew screamed in anguish. “You humiliated me!”Everywhere was quiet, even his men stared down at him in pity. The mighty Andrew Tates was beaten up by a mere nobody. Wayne hissed and turned away. The few people gawking at him gave way as he made their way to the counter.“I demand to see the manager right now!” Wayne asked the worker that was seated there.Cayenne glanced back to see that one of Andrew’s men was on his feet, clutching his stomach and making a call.Her hands trembled in fear as she stared at Wayne. She had no idea who he was but he’d put himself in trouble by standing up for her.She rushed forward to stop him from causing more chaos. “I really appreciate your help sir, but it’s best if you leave now. Andrew Tates
“Kindly answer my question, Mr Rogers.” Wayne repeated, his voice chilly and terrifying. “Did you really meet my parents on the floor, dead even before the fire engulfed the whole house?”Ben flinched, his lips quivering. “Look here, Mr Costa.” He adjusted his tie nervously. “My statement is still the same I gave the police, I couldn’t find the courage to go in. We all waited outside as the fire engulfed the house, I only set my eyes on them after the fire fighter’s arrived.” “Really?” Wayne asked, his gaze piercing deeper into the man’s. He had a hunch that this man was lying.“I’m telling you the truth!”“I see.” Wayne relaxed back on his chair, his hands gripping the glass tight as he stared at Ben who was looking all unsettled.There was no use of forcing the truth from him. He would get it through other means.“One more question,” Wayne spoke again. “Did you note anything unusual that happened before their death, like a few hours, a day or a few days before-” He was suddenly cut
After the call to Loretta, Nikki dropped Sylvie off and left for the airport. She alighted from the car and made her way to the checkpoint, she stood in a clear position where Jared would see her.The line of people slowly diminished, but Nikki didn’t get a glimpse of her fiancé.Re-checking the text he sent last night, she bit her lip. It stated that his flight would arrive by 3.30pm.But now, it was already half past four and Jared was nowhere to be found. The fact that he wasn’t replying her messages nor returning her calls made it all feel worse.Frustrated, Nikki approached the officials at the airport in a bid to check the flight list.It was confirmed. Jared Moore didn’t board the plane.She pursed her lips disdainfully, watching a couple that just reconciled hugging each other in front of her.This wasn’t the first, second or third time Jared would stand her up. She always nagged him to come visit but whenever he informed her of his flight, he would give an excuse for not arr
Wayne was in their room, helping Elsa with her homework and keeping an eye on his phone at the same time. He’d called Loretta three times now, but she wasn’t answering the calls.When he arrived from the Kindergarten with Elsa, he didn’t meet his wife. He’d tried to enquire from some of the helpers where she left for, but none of them replied politely, they were all rude to him.“Daddy! I’m done with my homework.” Elsa announced and got up to arrange the books into her bag.Wayne picked his phone, dialing Loretta’s number again.He had a unexplainable bad feeling in the pit of his stomach, and he just couldn’t help feeling restless. If only she could pick her calls.He rubbed his nape nervously. Where could she have gone to?The phone rang for a long time and came to a stop. Still no answer.Wayne adjusted his tie and got up. He just couldn’t sit here while his wife was probably in danger out there, somewhere.“Daddy, where is Mummy?” His daughter’s voice pierced into his thoughts. “
Wayne lifted Mike by his collar, pressing him hard against the wall. “What the hell were you about to do to my wife? How dare you touch her? Didn’t I warn you the last time?” He thundered, his entire eyes red with rage and fury.“What can a nonentity do to me?” Mike snickered, though there was traces of fear in his eyes.Wayne grabbed his collar tighter, choking him. “I warned you.” He growled. “Anyone that dares to cross their boundaries would put up with whatever consequences that comes up with it!”Mike’s face turned red as the air was slowly squeezed out of him. “Y. . .You bastard, let go of me right away or I’ll make your life miserable!”“You should be worried about your own life right now.” Wayne snickered, turning to face Loretta. “How much is the loan?”“Sixty thousand dollars, including interest.”Wayne tilted his head towards a black bag that was by the door. “In that bag is your sixty thousand dollars, therefore, my wife’s loan has been paid off!”Mike gritted his teeth ha
When they arrived home, Wayne tried to speak to Loretta, but she ignored him. She managed to flash a small smile at their daughter and trudge up the stairs.“Daddy? Was Mummy crying?” Elsa asked, immediately her father picked her up.Guilt ate at Wayne’s heart and he shook his head. “I’m sorry, baby. I made your mother cry.”“I know what makes Mummy feel better!” Elsa whispered into her father’s ears.Wayne smiled and nodded, placing her down. “Why don’t you go upstairs to keep Mummy some company while I go prepare her favorite food?” He handed her a paper bag as well.“Chocolates! Thank you Daddy!” Elsa jumped in excitement when she opened the bag.He was glad he asked Mark to bring some chocolates along, the smile on Elsa’s face right now was priceless. Just then, someone cleared their throats behind them and Wayne turned to see Aleena, glaring at him with hatred.Wayne greeted her, but she didn’t reply.But when Elsa offered Dennis some chocolates, she opened her mouth. “My child