"My 3 o'clock appointment? Miriam, what're you talking about?" Jude asked."You heard me clearly. You can get the money to offset your debt from your 3 o'clock appointment. You were in such a hurry to meet up with this person, I'm sure the person can be of assistance to you" Miriam answered."Miriam, you've gotten it all wrong. The person I'm supposed to meet with isn't personal, it's work related" Jude said"Just stop, please. You made it clear that work isn't your thing, so, why the lie?" Miriam asked.Jude paused, he knew he wouldn't easily get out of this one, even if Miriam broke up with him, there was no way he would allow her to take the money with her.He stood nervously, his body language reflecting a mix of anxiety and desperation. His eyes dart around, searching for the right words, while his hands fidget, betraying his inner turmoil."I'm seeing a relative of mine. She's someone related to my mum and she agreed to help my parents. I'm supposed to meet with her an
"My what?" Jude asked"Behind you" Miriam replied.Jude turned and noticed the car that just drove in, at first, he thought that the car looked familiar and soon, he remembered why, however, he kept muttering a silent prayer to God, begging him that he should be wrong about the owner of the car.Suddenly, the car door was open and a lady stepped out, Jude kept looking at her feet, the sound of her heels was the only sound Jude could hear at that moment.Jude's heart raced as he scanned the parking lot, desperately trying to find an escape. He had been weaving a web of lies, carefully constructing a facade to protect his secrets, but now his worst fear was about to come true.He finally gained the courage and he looked at the face of the lady walking towards them, it was a lady with piercing eyes and an unwavering gaze—a person they never expected to see, Vanessa Chapman.As she walked towards them, Vanessa possessed an air of discernment, an aura that hinted at her ability to se
"To true friendship," Armand said."To true friendship," Vanessa echoed."Cheers," Miriam said and the three of them clinked their glasses.Miriam and Vanessa met up with Armand and the three of them agreed to have a drink to celebrate their victory against, not just Jude, but the entire Morris family.The atmosphere was filled with a mix of emotions and dynamics. The energy in the air is charged, a potent combination of relief, vindication, and perhaps a tinge of lingering skepticism on the part of Miriam."You guys have no idea just how glad I am that the charade is over, finally, I rest without worrying about getting a call from that imbecile" Vanessa said.Miriam concurred. There was a collective sense of relief among the three of them, as they had successfully revealed the truth and brought Jude's deceptive actions to light.Between Armand and Vanessa, their shared experience of uncovering the lies strengthened their bond, reaffirming their trust in each other and their ab
"Us?" Vanessa asked."Yes. I think we should be open and plain here" Armand replied."Okay?..." Vanessa responded, sounding unsure."If we're being honest, you'll agree with me that something has changed in our relationship," Armand said."You're right about that" Vanessa concurred."Well, I think I should start from the beginning, where it all started for me," Armand said."And where is that?" Vanessa asked."It started when you decided you would hang out with Jude. I knew it was strictly in order to find out what he was up to, but still, it didn't sit well with me.And it wasn't just because I was concerned about your safety, it was something else. I tried to fight it off, I even told myself I was confused, but I don't think I am any longer" Armand said.Armand paused to gather his thoughts together. He was about to explain to Vanessa, a woman who has been his friend and representative for a long time, his feelings when she told him about her decision to go out with Jude.
"Well, the last time we spoke, I mentioned that King and Jude were in debt. Do you remember?" Nina asked."Yes, I remember. You said they gamble a lot and they owed the people they gamble with or something like that" Vanessa answered."Yes. Well, it turns out that the situation is more serious than I had thought" Nina said."Nina, can you please explain? Did something happen to King?" Vanessa asked."Not really. The thing is, last week, King stayed at work really late and I had to stay with him as well. When we were done, he immediately left and I stayed behind to lock up.When I was done and I got close to the parking lot of the company, I heard voices. At first I was tempted to call out loud to see who it was, but I didn't" Nina explained."Why didn't you?" Vanessa asked."Because I heard what sounded like a person being shoved against a car or something and then I heard a grunt, I got scared and I hid behind a car" Nina answered."Hmm. Then what happened next?" Vanessa inqu
"Calm down. I haven't even said anything yet," Vanessa said."You don't have to. I already know you're thinking of asking him for help and more information about what's happening in MacMatthew Corp," Armand said."How can you be so sure?" Vanessa asked defensively."Am I wrong?" Armand replied."Well, no. But hear me out. Tom is a nice man. People make mistakes and what happened that day was a mistake. You have to overlook it, please," Vanessa pleaded."Overlook? That man judged me even before he got a chance to know me. First impressions matter a lot and the impression that man gave me, I do not like it" Armand said."Okay, I agree, first impressions really do matter, however, what about giving someone a second chance. Second impression?" Vanessa asked."Vanessa, no. Look for someone else" Armand said."Tom works in the finance department and I'm sure he wouldn't lie to me. Also, I'm certain he knows more about this issue than any other staff," Vanessa said."I just can't
Vanessa sat with an upright posture. Her back was straight and her shoulders relaxed."I'm all ears," she replied. Her sitting position reflected her attentiveness and readiness to absorb whatever Tom had to say."First, I need you to clarify what you just said. Were you indirectly implying that Mr Armand Armstrong is interested in acquiring MacMatthew Corporation?" Tom asked."Typical Tom" Vanessa muttered, he would never give out information without being certain.Vanessa leaned slightly forward "Yes, that's exactly what I mean Tom. But I need you to tell me what's going on here and I need you to confirm if that will be a good investment or not" Vanessa explained."If Armand Armstrong is the good businessman you say he is and if his good record is anything to go by, then I can say with great measure of conviction that buying MacMatthew Corporation is going to be a good investment" Tom said with his eyes focused on Vanessa."That's good. I need you to tell me if there's anythin
"Let me get this straight King's debt cannot be repaid at once. His father is aware of his debts and he is also aware that King has been the one collecting money from the company, correct?" Vanessa asked."Yes," Tom answered."If that's the case, why is he lying to his staff? What does he hope to achieve?" Vanessa asked."It's simple. He's owing workers and he doesn't want to pay. Since the company is losing funds and not making enough to cover for it, he doesn't want to release more money" Tom answered."Even to workers who have labored and earned their pay?" Vanessa asked, she was baffled."Even to workers who have earned their pay," Tom said."That's completely wrong and unfair. Employees deserve to be paid for their work, and it's the responsibility of Mr Harald to ensure that happens" Vanessa said."Absolutely. When someone takes up a job, they enter into an agreement with their employer. They provide their skills, time, and effort in exchange for a fair wage. Denying