Kendrick remained a calm and silent demigod to his sisters and uncles until the day to the meeting. He didn't have an etch of worries on his face because he knew the weight of load he carried on his shoulders, ensuring he was able to prove them wrong by Wednesday. It was like balancing a sack of gravel on his head every day at home and not being allowed to steady it with his hands. He still saw Evelyn's cold words and his father's disapproving gestures strung together with the pressure from the top politicians who tried to push him out of the way. He has met Sophia on several occasions, yet she acted good in his presence but later changed when he called her back at home. And, after every meeting with some board of workers, in the companies he bought for a whopping 50 billion dollars. The group will have to call him for the reshoveling of workers. One of the companies, the Top Bloom Corners, a strong cement production factory, had merged with the oil and gas company under
Wednesday morning arrived like time was shortened. Kendrick had ensured he went to bed early enough if that would be his last day of sleeping in the Peterson's mansion. He woke up to the chiming ring of his phone, a notification popped up on the screen. He picked up the phone and inspected the screen carefully, "today would either mar or make you bigger." It was his reminder so he jumped out of bed, and hurried to the window, his eyes observing the outer part of the Peterson's mansion. It was no ordinary day, so the flowers were trimmed, the compound was decorated like it was Christmas Eve, yet all that lingered in his mind wasn't about the test, it was about his mother, they would also decide on when to lay her to rest. So he knew there was a lot to do today. He quickly turned into the bathroom, and in some minutes, he emerged with a bright smile. He opened the door to the wardrobe and brought out a blue tuxedo suit, it looked flashy and neat, he had ordered it for today's m
Mr. Peterson continued, "May that same history vindicate the just amongst us." A loud clap of hands errupted in the hall, as he invited Stelcy up the podium to narrate to them what had transpired that fateful night. Stelcy stood up with a bold and calculated step, her white gown clung to her body, she looked beautiful and calm, but her heart heaved gently. "Good morning ladies and gentlemen, I stand on the existing protocol…" her tone was calm, her words flowed gracefully through the air as she explained. The most shocking part of it was when she mentioned that she was manhandled by Kendrick.Everyone's eyes turned in search of where he was sitting, he lowered his eyes, inspecting his wrist watch, the room was cold, and the air made him froze."Dr. Astrid should be here… but why has she not arrived, too? He muttered to himself as he sat. His eyes turned slowly, his sisters were looking at him, their gaze fixed coldly. The doors were heavily guarded, officers in different uniforms
Maradona stood up, his hands tumbling in the air, "Please, don't waste our time… can you go up there and prove your points!" He exclaimed. Immediately, he said that, silence clung in the air. Kendrick turned to Florence. She stepped out with poise. But as she reached the center of the hall, an awestruck expression settled on everyone's face, their lips dropped. "Here's a more complete team." She said as she gestured at Dr. Astrid Thompson. She was present, but then she also was waiting for the right moment. She pulled her glasses, it clung lazily on her nose, and when she stepped out, silence struck Maradona, his eyes widened. Another man walking closely behind, Dr. Ben Martins? He asked himself. Who on earth would question a team as complete as that? A team with a one-time chief medical officer, A two-term, National Chairman of the Sexual Assault Examination Board? A learned lawyer flanked by several other medical offices? It left a lot of unanswered questions in th
"I'm sorry … .I… I didn't intend to do this young master." Stelcy's voice blared in the air, causing a hint of pandemonium to set in the hall. Sophia turned to her with an angry tone, she yelled. "Can you get down the podium, Ma… You should be allowed to rot in jail for conspiracy and dent of reputation… How could you accept to do such a thing like that?" She scowled. Kendrick's mind quicked when he saw the shame that settled on Mr. Sparrow's face, he smiled a bit when he lowered his head to the ground. "I can't believe this, I'm so disappointed!! He yelled at Elvis and Alexander, who were standing by the other side of the podium, ready for Kendrick's final decision on what would be their fate. Kendrick turned to Dr. Astrid and Ben Martins, and shook hands with them, directing them to return to their seats. Surprise pitched on the faces of the Petersons, they had almost believed that Kendrick was guilty, but for the presence of Mr. Ben Martin and the footage. Crowther q
When Kendrick was done, it was time for him to conclude and get to the next event of the day, so he shook hands with Astrid and her team and gestured for them to return to their seats.Then he turned to the group who watched surprisingly, "Ladies and gentlemen, I want to welcome you all to a new era, as it stands…. I would first of all ask each and every one of you who signed this agreement to walk forward and redeem it!" His voice sounded firm and confident. There was a moment of silence when Maradona and the other members of the family who had pridefully signed the document stood up walking towards the podium. Kendrick could see Sparrow's hands shaking as he approached.The other sat, watching the scene unfold before their very eyes. They couldn't believe it had gone to that extent. "So they even went to the point of staking their assets to bring this man down?" One of the extended family members, Ethan asked in awe. Then shrugged his shoulders.Sparrow was the first to start, Flo
Inside the Peterson's mansion, Kendrick had earned his place and respect. Immediately he stepped into the house, his phone blared aggressively.Kendrick's hand instinctively reached for his phone, his mind racing with anticipation. But as he gazed at the caller ID, his curiosity turned to confusion. Eric Templar - a name that stirred a faint memory, yet remained elusive. His hesitation was momentary, and he answered with a calm, "Hello?" he said in a calm tone, but then a sharp yell of a deep male voice made him stutter. "I wouldn't want to linger around,... I called to warn you, to stay away from her!.. I won't say this again, stay… stay away from her if you like your life." Kemdrick's eyes widened, he couldn't imagine the weight of words he used. His thoughts raced with questions, "Stay away from her?" He asked himself, but the last time he remembered, Sophia was just his business partner, so he replied in a calm tone."Who is this and who are you asking me to stay away from?"
It was interesting turnaround of events, it was a great comeback. After what he had done to Alexander, this was the only way to humiliate him further. “Dad, go in and continue your meal, I'll be back shortly.” Kendrick said, winking at his father.“Commissioner of Police, who had such connections to involve the Commissioner with such short notice and appear with a warrant?” Mr. Peterson thought aloud.“It's Louis, Alexander new girlfriend and Kendrick's ex.” Evelyn said, eyeing Louis maliciously.“Dad, don't worry, he'll be fine. Kendrick always sorts himself.” Emily said, holding his hands reassuringly.“I want to see the girl who's causing my son harm, where is she?” Mr. Peterson bellowed, scattering his eyes around.“It is I you seek. Kendrick will suffer for whatever he's done to my boyfriend.” Louis blurted, glaring at him.“Have you got so empathy, Alexander killed my wife, his mother and you defend him outrightly. What kind of demon are you?” Mr. Peterson asked bitterly.“The