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Asher's Legacy. Chapter Sixteen.
Not too long after his conversation with Roxanne, Asher was on his way to a jewellery store. He knew that Roxanne wasn't moved by material things, but he hadn't gifted her a lot while they were together, and he decided to break that chain. He swung his sedan into the parking lot of the mall complex, where it was surrounded by many flashy cars. Aston Martins, Bentleys amd Rolls Royces were littered about, making his sedan stick out like a sore thumb. But he wasn't bothered, not even in the slightest. He could afford any and all of the cars here, not to forget, he was being chauffeured about in a ridiculously expensive Rolls Royce a few days ago. He made sure his car was locked and he had his wallet, then he left the parking lot and went into the mall complex. The entire area screamed luxury. Many big brands had outlets here. Jewellery, clothes, skincare, food, you name it, a luxury version of everything could be found here. And surrounded by people wearing high end clothing and walki
Asher's Legacy. Chapter Seventeen.
Asher walked into his apartment, a spring in his step and a smile on his face. He had spent hours shopping for the perfect gift for Roxanne, and he couldn't wait to see her reaction. He set the presents down on the coffee table and began to unwrap them for the tenth time.As he gazed at the beautiful box, he couldn't help but feel overjoyed, at least he could get Roxanne something, for the first time since they got married."You're worth it, Roxanne," he said aloud, his voice filled with excitement. "You deserve so much more than this, I love you for standing by me always Roxanne" he said, as he stared at the red beautiful box.Just as he was about to put the box back in it's pack, his hand slipped, and it fell to the floor. Asher chuckled and shook his head. "Clumsy much?" he muttered to himself.He decided to take a long bath to calm his nerves before meeting Roxanne. As he soaked in the warm water, he felt his muscles relax, and his mind clear. He got out of the bath, feeling refre
Asher's Legacy. Chapter Eighteen.
As Asher and Roxanne walked into the lavish party, the room fell silent. Guests' eyes widened in shock of what Asher was actually putting on, their faces frozen in a mixture of surprise and disdain. The atmosphere was thick with tension, and Asher could feel the weight of their judgment.Roland's expression transformed from shock to anger, his face reddening with rage. Odette, Roxanne's mother, stormed over to the couple, her eyes blazing with fury. She grasped their hands, pulling them apart with a force and that made Roxanne feel a sharp pain on her bones."So, you still allow this...this wretched thing to sully your reputation?" Odette spat, her voice venomous. "Have you no shame, Roxanne? Why are you bent on destroying our family's image?"Roxanne's face remained calm, but Asher could sense the turmoil brewing beneath the surface. Roland, still seething with anger, looked at Asher from the distance. "You, why are you here?" he growled, his voice dripping with disdain.Asher stood
Asher's Legacy. Chapter Nineteen.
Asher slid into his car, he could not get over the thought of getting constantly humiliated by this same family, it wasn't new to him as he was used to it after all. The guards escorting him out of the party like some criminal, was definitely not new to him. He was just going to put the whole thought behind him as he started the engine, ready to drive off, when a knock on the window made him pause.Seth's smirking face appeared on the other side of the glass, and Asher's instincts told him to be cautious, as he unwind the window and ready to listen to him spill as he relaxed his back on the seat. Seth leaned in, his voice dripping with mockery."Wow, Asher, you really know how to make an entrance...and an exit" Seth sneered. "I mean, who gets thrown out of a party like a piece of trash? You're like a bad joke, Asher. A pauper trying to play with the rich kids."Asher's face remained calm, but his eyes narrowed slightly. He watched Seth, waiting for him to finish his tirade."You'll n
Asher's Legacy. Chapter Twenty.
Celebration was over, the atmosphere was filled with the sound of goodbyes and thank-yous. Mr Roland and his wife Odette were getting set and ready to leave when Mrs. Odette realized Roxanne was nowhere to be found."Roxanne seems not to be here, have you any idea where she could be?" Mrs. Odette asked her husband, a hint of worry creeping into her voice.Mr Roland thought for a moment before responding, "I saw her going out a few minutes after our little confrontation. I thought she returned after that, or she not?"Mrs. Odette's expression changed immediately. Why was her husband asking her questions when she was the one who needed answers? She thought to herself. Meanwhile, Roxanne had earlier left the party. She completely lost her mood over her parents usual antics, so she decided to head home. After a refreshing bath, she fell into a deep sleep, trying to shut out the thoughts of the past experience.Back from the party venue, Mr. and Mrs. Roland returned home, assuming Roxanne
Asher's Legacy. Chapter Twenty One
Mrs Odette felt it would completely be a waste of time talking to jake at that time. she quietly stood up, clearly looking sad and disappointed, then left him all by himself in the living room. Jake struggled to his feet, still feeling the pain from his injury. He was about to head to his room when he noticed his mother's handbag on the couch. "Whoa, what was she thinking?" he said in a mix of excitement and scared at the same time.His eyes lit up as he quietly reached for the bag and opened it. Inside, he found wads of cash.Mr Roland had earlier given it Odette to buy herself the dress she admired on they way going to the party, she kept in her handbag hoping to use it the next day.Jake's eyes widened as he grabbed the money and quickly stuffed it into his pocket.Meanwhile, Mrs. Odette was in her room, unaware of what had just happened. She suddenly remembered her handbag and rushed downstairs to grab it. But when she opened the bag, her heart sank. The money was gone.She searc
Asher's Legacy. Chapter Twenty Two.
Meanwhile Asher was in his hotel room feeling all restless as he perched on every part of the room, his mind totally occupied with thoughts and plans of his next move. He needed to share his ideas with someone he trusted, someone who would help him bring his plans to life.That someone was Ryder, his right-hand man. Asher quickly grabbed his phone and dialed Ryder's number, but his number went straight to voicemail. "Ryder, it's Asher. I need to talk to you urgently. Call me back as soon as you get this message" he said, trying to convey the importance of the call.Asher then dialed Roxanne's number, wondering how she was doing. Roxanne answered on the first ring, and Asher could sense the sadness in her voice. "Hey, I'm fine, but I'm still reeling from what my parents did to you at the party," she said, her voice cracking.Asher tried to reassure her, telling her that he was used to her parents' behavior. "Don't worry too much about it, Roxanne. You are a strong woman and I know you
Asher's Legacy. Chapter Twenty Three.
Ryder's eyes remained wide in shock as he stared at the wad of cash Asher had just pulled out to pay for their drinks. "What the f**k is this Asher? Where did you get this from?" he asked, his voice laced with confusion.Asher, seemingly unfazed by Ryder's outburst, beckoned the bartender to come and collect the money. But just as the bartender was about to reach for the cash, Ryder slapped his hand away. "What the f**k do you think your doing?" Ryder asked, his eyes kept fixed on the bar man's eyes.Asher smiled calmly, his eyes fixed on his phone still. "Allow him, man. We need to get out of here. There's a lot to talk about," he said, his voice low and even.Ryder hesitated, his eyes darting between Asher and the bartender. Finally, he asked the bartender how much the bill was, he counted out the cash, and handed it over him. "Can we go now?" Asher asked, sliding his small handy phone into his pocket.Ryder's eyes narrowed. "Not until you tell me where this whole money came from. L
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Chapter One Hundred and Sixty Two.
Meanwhile, Old Tian had gotten tired of constantly getting no response from the millions of calls and messages just to get to Asher.But still, no response. He fell sick and was just in his lonely world, wondering what he had done to deserve the treatment he was getting from Asher. After all the things he did to make him happy, was that the only way he felt he could pay him back?Tian thought while on his bed, in his pool of tears, thinking tears would at least solve a thing. But no, it only added to his weakness and that was clearly not good for his current situation, but what could he possibly do other than cry and wait for death to come and take him along?He thought, then tried reaching for his phone. It was a struggle as he tried using the last strength in him to reach for the phone.Finally, he laid his hand on it but fell from the bed while trying to gain his balance.Right on the floor while holding the phone close to his heart, he said. "It’s okay if I fall a million times,
Chapter One Hundred and Sixty One.
Ryder had his eyes fixed on Abigail. She was so unease and the constant rejection from an incoming call that seem like it would not stop any time soon.He held on for a moment still trying to understand what was going on why she was rejecting the call that had been coming into her phone.It continued, and that made him feel uncomfortable. What In God’s name would make his first day out with Abigail be that preoccupied? He thought then extended his hand in reach of Abigail’s phone, where she had kept it.An unsaved number? Ryder thought. Why would someone who wasn’t saved in the first place be so persistent?He dropped the phone and then waited a little while for the same number to call, so he could speak up.And yes. The number called back for the tenth time. "No way, this is not happening Abigail. Who the hell is that? And why in God’s name has he decided to call your soul off?"Abigail hesitated for a while. She wasn’t sure if it’s something she wants Ryder to know if, she was scar
Chapter One Hundred and Sixty.
Ryder woke up in the morning and reached out to his phone. He was going to call Abigail, as that had become his every morning routine since he got talking on the phone with her.But unfortunately Abigail seemed too far from her phone on that day after Ryder had called but they was no response.He tried for a few more time but still no response. Ryder reluctantly got up from the bed and headed to the bathroom for a fresh morning start.While in the bathroom. Ryder stood in front of the small shaped mirror kept in his bathroom, he was looking at his image on the mirror and imagining what it was he had did right to actually capture Abigail’s heart in such a short while.At first. It seemed like a joke but the rapid growth in their likeness was something he was still unable to figure out.Abigail was no doubt, the definition of all he had ever wanted in his woman, but because he wasn’t certain in his readiness to begin a relationship at the time he decided they left it on friendship zone
Chapter One Hundred and Fifty Nine.
The room was filled with silence. Roxanne knew walking into her father’s house and telling him about Asher’s status would likely take her, her entire life to accomplish.So she took her time and took all the necessary pictures and others evidences she needed to backup her claims with.And with that? It was still not easy, but she made it. She was able to convince her family that was actually the opposite of what everyone thinks of him.Sofia who wasn’t as shocked at Roland and his wife finally broke the silence in the room. She had known since the first day she set her eyes on Asher, that there was something huge beneath the ground the young man stand on.There were the times she calls Odette aside to speak to her into changing her narrative on Asher, she had wanted Odette to give Asher a chance as she had believed he had just too many hidden potential but might not let it out, if not given the opportunity to.But Odette beseeched her not to ever think so low of her. "I love to say,
Chapter One Hundred and Fifty Eight.
Sofia who was still not giving Odette a breathing space. Odette wants to go but Sofia said no, unless she was ready to tell her where Meredith was so she could go after her.Roxanne went as far as threatening to put an end to their closeness,if she doesn’t tell her what she wanted to hear."It hasn’t gotten to that far Sofia and you know that"But Sofia felt she could only smile and not say a word.What was the need of being friends with someone who obviously knew she had never stood seeing anyone being treated badly. Let alone a mother, despising her own daughter? No, that was all shades of wrong, she thought.Not withholding a second at all, Odette succumbed to Sofia’s terms. She could not afford to loose the friendship she had nurtured for years to go just as if nothing ever happened.Sofia had been her go to, and she had also proven to her that she could be there even at the odd hours. She stood up from the couch and took few steps towards where Sofia was standing."I’m really sor
Chapter One Hundred and Fifty Seven.
Sofia did not stop. She continued hurling at both Roland and his wife Odette to quickly speak up and tell her where Meredith had gone to, so she could go look for her.Sofia had definitely not forgotten how insolent Meredith was to her the past few years, she became close to the family. But that would never be a yardstick to leaving her out there in the cold, with a baby growing in her womb.But Roland kept his deafening stare alive, pretending not to hear a thing. It was obvious, Sofia would never have the answer she was looking for, from Roland. Immediately she turned to Odette, the look on her face was clearly threatening but Odette didn’t care. It was a deal between herself and the husband, and so she wouldn’t want the fault coming from her own end."I don’t care whatever you both have going on In your mind. But this is totally crazy and I won’t sit and watch it slide”Sofia said, but the silence continued. No one among the two was ready to let the other down. "For Christ sake O
Chapter One Hundred and Fifty Six.
Odette has just finished telling Sofia what the family had been into, which got Sofia really emotional that she found herself shedding tears uncontrollably.Her instincts were right after all, but how would she know all of that was happening to Odette if she completely disconnected herself like something was actually going on between their two.She sobbed so hard that Odette had to stand up from her seat to join her while trying to hold Sofia in her arms."It’s okay my friend, I just hope you can now understand how devastated Roland and I had been all this while"Sofia? She cried some more, then wiped the tears off her face."You are strong Odette and I’m helplessly by your side. I will be here and we would figure a way out of this"Odette smiled, a confirmation that Sofia had not changed a bit. She was happy that she was still the old Sofia and that was something at least, even though it would definitely not change a thing.“Sure you are Sofia, but this is way beyond what anyone of u
Chapter One Hundred and Fifty Five.
“Sofia...?"Roland who was seated in the living room, his eyes glued on the newspaper he had on his lap. He was just going to raise his brows from his glasses when he saw Odette walking in with Sofia, her very good friend.He called out to her, with a hint of shock in his voice. Cause he had noticed his wife. Odette, hardly speak about Sofia, and himself on the other hand, had been quite mentally down and discussing things that would certainly not solve a part of his problem was definitely a no big deal to himBut Sofia, who was in a mix of happiness and shocked to see Roland strong after witnessing what he went through in the hands of a mysterious illness.Stood for a while, in a daze and wondering what Odette did in her absence that got Roland feeling so well and vibrant again.“Wow. It’s really been a long time, you know?" Roland continued."Come on Sofia, please don’t stand there"Odette said, the moment she looked beside her but didn’t see Sofia coming. In flash, she looked bac
Chapter One Hundred and Fifty Four.
It had been days, weeks and suddenly going to months when Sofia heard from Odette. She had scanned her brain, but still could not remember doing her any wrong in the past.Why had she suddenly changed? What wrong did she do? The last time, was her husband being mysteriously ill, what could possibly keep her this far, this time? Or is it possible Odette was facing same ordeal and not want to let her know about it? Sofia thought as she was having a hard time trying to sleep. She had tried to let it go, but how would she? When Sofia had been her best friend.They shared secrets and hide nothing from each other. Sofia thought back and forth but could not remember doing anything that could warrant Odette choosing to distance herself in that manner.The first time a thing like that happened, Sofia almost could not forgive herself for not trying to find out first, what the problem was before concluding Odette possibly needed a space.And when she did? She made sure she was there for Odette
