2024-05-31 11:22:26Kendrick, struck with silence for some minutes, he still couldn't believe that it was his father's voice he heard over the phone.
He wondered what could make a strict man like Peterson Davis, to visit Texas in search of him after three years plus. He smiled gently and muttered to himself. "Could this be a joke or am I fooled?" He cleared his throat and muttered a reply, "I'm in the outskirts of Congress Avenue, Austin Texas" He stammered as he spoke, his voice tinged with unbelief as he jolted back into the Rogers mansion. The look on his face seemed different, now his heart wasn't heaving any longer, his eyes scanned the area for Mrs. Katherine Rogers who was by now exchanging pleasantries with the members of her family, and dignitaries as they were preparing to depart. "Possibly the party has come to a close, would she still talk to me the way she did earlier?" He whispered to himself as he walked towards her. Louis stood behind Alexander, who was patting her hair gently as he kissed her forehead. Kendrick stared at them for two minutes then shrugged his shoulders as if waving off the feeling of care and concern. "Hello, Grandmother-in-law," He spoke softly. "Are you coming to ask for the payment now? Why can't you just flee from my sight and wait till the visitors are all gone?" Katherine Rogers scowled as she turned to him, her voice loud and firm making the rest turn their eyes towards him. " I… I didn't come to ask for that… Ma" He replied. "Then what else? Why not go and arrange the hall and join the other maids to pack those plates, instead of standing there being idle and useless!" She screamed in a commanding manner, her tone laced with disdain as she sighed. Kendrick stood for another minute without saying a word, then he looked down as though counting his words. " I… want to…" He didn't finish his words when Alexander interrupted. "Man, I seem to understand you, come have this for yourself, that should fetch you something important" He laughed as he dipped his hands into his pocket, throwing some wards of a hundred dollars at Kendrick. "That's even too much for a peasant like him, I hope you picked the useless ring you offered me?" Another voice added, it was Louis. "Pick them up, go get what you wanted to buy earlier on, I'm glad he has saved your ass right now, because I wouldn't pay you a dime." Katherine Rogers added as they all laughed in unison. "I didn't come to ask for your money, I only came to appreciate you for all you've done to me since I stepped my feet into this house…" Kendrick voiced out instantly, his tone calm but loud. He turned towards the gate, A huge shiny see-through steel gate that seemed like a captives nest, and sat on a chair close to the gate house. His mind raced in anticipation as he leaned his head on the wall. "I bet that's where he will sleep tonight, because I'll ensure he doesn't eat anything or sleep in this house tonight, since he won't go and clean up the hall…" Katherine Rogers scowled, her voice commanding and authoritative. But Kendrick remained calm, he didn't turn, not even to move like he always did before now. The world was almost in his hands, he maintained his posture without muttering a word. After twenty minutes had elapsed from the time he picked his father's call, he felt dizzy, stressed out from the chores he had done earlier today. He leaned against the wall of the gatehouse, his eyelids closed a bit. **************** Suddenly, something happened, it happened so suddenly that Kendrick woke up, gasping and scanning the area for immediate danger. Was he dreaming or was it a reality of those dreams? No… It was the awakening sound of exotic cars, their V12 engines announcing the arrival of the most powerful and influential business tycoon in America and Asia. The first sign of the grand arrival was a long haul of police escorts, their sirens blaring in the air, the lights flashing and illuminating the area, the reflection shone in the Roger's reflective gate, a radiation of red and blue, filled the air with authoritative precision. The convoy, an impressive parade of classic sport cars followed closely behind, their sleek polished body reflecting in the evening light, at the centre, a striking black Rolls Royce Phantom, its presence commanding attention. The Rogers family may have been wealthy, but Kendrick had never laid his eyes on the level of luxury that escorted a single individual like the one displayed before him. The convoy moved to a halt, the vehicles tinted windows hiding the presence of the VIP, flanking the phantom were an array of two other luxury cars, the Ferrari 250 GTO, and a Lamborghini Aventador, each representing a fortune on wheels. "What's that idiot doing at that gate, that he can't rush and open the gate, that should be an important visitor coming to pay courtesy to me" Katherine Rogers exclaimed from the veranda of the second floor. The gateman rushed out, rolling the gate to allow the cars to drive in. "What a useless human he is, must he keep them waiting, what is he sitting there for? She added, curses flared in the air like strayed bullets but Kendrick remained calm, his eyes stuck at the presence before him. "Grandmother, that should be an important visitor, coming for the party, but it's sad that the party is already over, what are you gonna do about it?" Another voice questioned, and it was Peace, Louis' mother, as she rushed out to see who the dignitary is. "Why not kick that useless son of a bitch outta that place so he doesn't disgrace the Rogers family, no one is expected to be seen sitting in that manner" Peace Churchill added. The contempt in her tiny voice filled the air. Soon, the door of the Rolls Royce swung open, the air thickened with anticipation, as the members of the Rogers family stood in awe, the murmuring grew louder, a wave of excitement showed on Katherine Rogers face as she walked closer to the scene, each step carrying the weight of anticipation that lingered in her mind. But then, something happened again. "Halt..!..!" A police officer yelled. Katherine Rogers' heart raced and her eyes widened in surprise. "What could be the meaning of this?" She whispered to herself.
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How on earth did Stelcy become so friendly and loyal? Kendrick thought to himself as he pondered within him. His mind buried on a thought from several years, Mr. Sparrow, her father had been enemies with the Peterson's family. A sense of foreboding washed over him. "Where are we heading, sir? The driver askedBut then Kendrick's eyes snapped open, his gaze locking into Brown as if awakened from a trance. He blinked twice, his mind struggling to reconcile the harsh reality with the haze of his thoughts."W-what?" he stuttered, his voice sounding low. "I asked where we're heading from here." Brown replied. "Okay, you'll take me home right away, so I could change up Immediately." 30 minutes later, they arrived at the Peterson's mansion and Kendrick rushed out, his steps carrying the weight of the urgency. "You're welcome sir." A guard greeted him. "Yeah, thanks. Kendrick replied, then paused … Tell Brown I'll be out again in a moment" he added as he walked into the house. "Ye
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Texas, a city that came alive even during the evening. Its nights gleamed over the Peterson estate as the roar of luxury engines filled the morning air. The convoy was a sight to behold, sleek black Power cats high-performance sports cars, and at the center of it all, the Rolls-Royce Boat Tail, an icon of power. Inside the queen's ride, Bridgette adjusted her sunglasses, the morning light reflecting off the deep sapphire-blue hood. Beside her, Evelyn smirked, sipping an iced latte as if they weren’t about to take the most extravagant ride of their lives.From the backseat, Emily Peterson, the youngest of the Peterson siblings, clicked her tongue as she scrolled through her phone. “The whole city is talking about this car. Social media is blowing up.”Evelyn chuckled. “Well, it’s not every day someone gives their wife a $28-million-dollar car just because they can.”Bridgette shook her head, amused. “You make it sound so excessive.”Evelyn shot her a look. “Oh, sweetheart, it is exce
CHAPTER 332.
The celebration in the Peterson mansion had spilled into the night. Laughter, fine wine, and the echoes of newfound joy filled the grand halls. For the first time in what felt like forever, Bridgette felt light unburdened. She sat beside Kendrick, fingers clung to his, her free hand resting protectively on her stomach.The man who had once been a stranger to her, even as her husband, now looked at her with hope and delight. Then, as the music softened, Kendrick smiled, his voice low and intimate. “Tell me something, love.”Bridgette turned, meeting his piercing gaze. “What is it?”He smirked. “If you could have any car in the world, which one would it be?”Bridgette’s brows furrowed in confusion before she let out a breathless laugh. “We have enough cars to last a lifetime, Kendrick. I don’t think I need another.”Kendrick shook his head. “That’s not what I asked. Humor me.”Bridgette rolled her eyes playfully, tapping a finger to her chin as if deep in thought. “Fine,” she mused. “
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In a matter of seconds, the grand Peterson mansion, usually filled with an air of wealth and untouchable prestige, now buzzed with a rare energy of joy. It was the kind of joy that had long been absent, buried under the fact that the man who was first in the row was missing. But tonight, that joy reigned, as if the very walls of the estate sighed in relief.Bridgette sat beside Kendrick on the plush velvet couch in the main parlor, her fingers glued with his. The look on her eyes envisaged the past weeks, the confusion, the fear, all of it had finally begun to lift. Kendrick was here. He had remembered. And more than that, he had chosen her. Chosen their child.She felt his thumb stroke her knuckles gently, grounding her in the moment. His touch was warm, firm, and silent.Across from them, Emily leaned against the grand fireplace, her eyes softened for once. Lisa, Bridgette’s househelp sat beside her, a satisfied smirk playing at her lips, watching the scene unfold with the ai
CHAPTER 330.
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With Lisa’s heart pounding as the nurse’s words echoed in her mind the second time."Pregnant. Bridgette was pregnant!"She blinked, trying to process the weight of that revelation. Of all the things that had happened, this was the most unexpected. She glanced at her best friend lying unconscious on the hospital bed, her face pale and damp with sweat.Lisa ran a shaky hand through her hair, glancing between Bridgette and the nurse. “Are you sure?” she asked, her voice barely above a whisper.The nurse gave a small smile. “Yes. The test results confirmed it. It’s still early, but she needs to take care of herself. Stress isn’t good for the baby.”Lisa swallowed hard, her mind reeling. How was Bridgette going to handle this? With everything going on Kendrick’s condition, the unanswered questions about his attack, this pregnancy would change everything.Just then, Bridgette let out a soft groan, her fingers twitching slightly. Lisa snapped back to the present, moving closer to the bed."
CHAPTER 328
Kendrick had begun his rehabilitation exercises, he was determined to regain full use of his left leg. Each step was a battle, his muscles straining under the effort to move in synchrony. The quiet focus of the room was broken when Xavier walked in, on his trail was his sister, Evelyn. As soon as Evelyn’s eyes landed on Kendrick, her composure melted. She ran across the hall, towards him, her emotions casting all caution to the wind. Without caring, she wrapped him in a tight embrace. Kendrick froze, wobbling slightly as he struggled to balance on his good leg. His hands hovered in the air, uncertain whether to return the gesture or not. His brows furrowed, confusion evident on his face. He didn’t recognize this woman, and instinctively, he knew she wasn’t Bridgette. Tears streamed down Evelyn’s face as she whispered, her voice trembling, “I’m so glad you’re alive. I thought you were dead—that I’d lost you forever.” “Dead?” The word rang in Kendrick’s mind like an alarm. His expr
