"What were you doing that you didn't rush out when I came in earlier?" She asked. Iris stuttered, her voice cracking with tension."I…I am sorry Ma, I was busy in the kitchen." "That's fine, get those boxes upstairs… What of my husband?... I know he is not in, right?" Iris's voice trembled, he couldn't explain that there was another woman upstairs, her eyes clouded with shock, she stammered."Sir.. sir, was out since morning, and he hasn't returned yet." Mrs. Alex seemed to decode the stuttering, she sat up instantly, her eyes fixed on Iris' face."What's the problem with you?... Are you alright?" She asked curiously."No.. I mean, Yes Ma, I'm fine." Iris forced a smile, her lips curved a bit, but the words were heavy, they came in a low tone. "That's fine, when you go… ensure you get me water to drink, is Khanny still working here? … . If yes, please tell him to bring me the box in my room, there's a key in the side of the bag, you can use it to unlock the room." She replied, g
Louis' eyes flickered as she marched out of the room, but then Iris held her back."Please wait Ma… you don't need to storm out that way." She turned to her, how on earth was she going to dictate how she moves? She flung her hands and Iris' hands tumbled, losing her grip, and hurried out of her room.Iris stood alone, her mind reeled with unanswered questions, afterall, the building was wide enough to contain both of them… so they could just switch to different rooms." She thought for some minutes, then laughed at herself. Louis rushed into the hallway, and as she moved down the stairs, she bumped into Alexander. He had rushed home, and upon arrival, he had hurried upstairs using the back door, his aim to find out if everything was alright before he could go in, his heart was beating heavily. " Hey Babe." He paused instantly, his words trembling quickly."Hey, you're back??. … What's happening? Why are you early today?" She asked in a curious tone, her eyes widened as she stared
Kendrick arrived home later that evening with an air of excitement, the cars drove to a stop and he stepped out, his suit hung loosely on his shoulders as he strolled towards the door, but then he turns to see his sister, Emily standing by the garden so he decides to go see what she was doing there.He walked down only to meet her picking on the allamanda bushes, bodering the heavily bloomed yellow cylindrical flowers. Emily pulled the flowers down, sticking each in her fingers, one after the other. After inspecting her actions for some minutes he cleared his throat, and she stuttered. "Hey, young master Kendrick… you returned." She said with a smile on her face. "What are you doing there dear?" Kendrick replied calmly, hugging her clos to himself. Emily laughed when he tickled her cheeks with his fingers, and said. " How was work today, bro?" "Work went well dear, … I hope you had a nice time, at home too?" Kendrick replied and she nodded gently."You should go inside,... Ther
The new day dawned with a vibrant energy, Kendrick sprang out of bed feeling revitalized and fit for the day. He had set the alarm, a perfect timing for his pending meeting with his board of MDs.The alarm blared to life, shattering the silence that accompanied the morning, with a loud "Krrrriiing sound" that echoed through the room.He rubbed his eyes gently, first, he picked up his device and typed a message to his secretary, informing him of the venue for the meeting, the message went across and a tick reflected to show that it was delivered.He strolled into the bathroom, carrying out his morning rituals of bathing and doing down for breakfast, then returned to his room to dress up for the business of the day. In ten minutes, he was already set, so he emerged from his room, his shiny brown leather shoes clicking majestically on the marble floor leaving a spark of class.The sounds of greetings resonated and returned with waves and friendly glances as he opened the door, stepped o
"How the hell would he do such a thing to me?... Is it because he knows me?... Has he lost his respect or something?" Peace scowled as she walked outside the hall.She stood for some minutes and decided to storm into the hall again, to make Kendrick know that she wasn't mincing words, she wouldn't stand out there all that long. But as she moved closer to the door, a guard blocked the entrance. "The boss had informed me to ensure that you wait here till the meeting was over, since you weren't prepared for it." The man's voice was calm, but then Peace flared up. "What insolence, do you know who I am?... Can you tell how many years I've worked with the company?... Or are you thinking that I'll fear you for any reason?" She scowled.The guard made no move, but only ensured that she wasn't entering the hall. "Can you be calm until the boss is out, or until he advises you to go in? Another guard who mouthed the other side of the door added. But Peace turned to him with a redened eye,
"Hah… no, but I saw a text from him earlier today, he talked about Pat… I read it, but couldn't understand what he meant." Sophia said. "Talked about Pat? My late brother?" Kendrick asked curiously. .." Can I see it, please?" He added. Sophia's eyes widened as she handed her phone to Kendrick, her brow furrowed in confusion. Kendrick glanced through the message and raised his eyes gently to her. " How did you meet this guy and when?" He asked, The room seemed to grow quieter, the only sound the soft hum of the air conditioner in the background. Kendrick asked again in a surprised tone, "I don't seem to understand what he is saying here, or is he saying that he knew about your relationship with Kelly until his demise?" Sophia's eyes darted back and forth, her mind racing. "I met him four months after I missed contact with Pat, … Kelly... I'm fine with calling him Pat." She stammered. Kendrick's eyes narrowed, "I doubt he had anything to do with it, … I can recall m
"I personally sent you that text message so you could come see what you've caused her marriage." Peace said as she approached Kendrick.Kendrick shifted his gaze slowly to Louis who was talking to an officer, her face pale and changed, her cheeks burnt with humiliation when she saw Kendrick. "What's happening here?...and why should my name be dragged into this?" Kendrick asked Louis, but the words hung in her throat, she stammered as she replied. "I … I never invited you into this, Kendrick … although I knew that you'll find out about it, though." Her voice broke and Kendrick saw her lips trembling. He turned to a nearby officer, who was scribbling on a notepad, and asked, "Can I speak with the superintendent, please?" The officer's eyes snapped up, his expression a mix of curiosity and wariness. He hesitated for a moment, then nodded curtly, his eyes never leaving Kendrick's face. With a slight jerk of his head, he gestured for Kendrick to follow him, his hand resting on
Immediately Kendrick was out, Peace turned to Louis with a sharp gaze, "Why would you mention that to him… Don't you want this to work out perfectly? What if he finds out and refuses to accept the child?" Louis stared at her coldly, "How sure are you that he wasn't aware it isn't his? Didn't you tell him at the reunion that I was carrying Alexander's baby!" She replied, her voice trembled as she spoke. Maverick who was sitting by the side of the room stood up, and said. "Didn't I tell you guys?... I told you that he was some sort of a royalty, but you'll never listen… I meant, none of you ever thought of why grandfather brought him in, did you? He asked, his eyes turned to Peace, and back to Louis who lowered her face gently. Peace yanked at him, when she saw the reaction on Louis' face, "Shut your mouth! … What are you saying that for? Weren't you also among those who downplayed him?" She asked , her lips curled as she spoke. Maverick returned to his seat, he could feel the