Vincent's heart raced and his palms became sweaty. What the hell was going on? How did all this... What... "How?" Vincent questioned, unsure if he heard his secretary right."How did this happen?!" Vincent yelled at his secretary who flinched but found it difficult to move even an inch away from him."S... Sir, he is the owner of the X organisations. He is Mr X." the secretary said to Vincent. She was sure why he was reacting that way."Mr Vincent, you are causing a scene here. Do you have any idea about the status this man carries?" one of the men at the table side said."No. And so help me God, I will withhold from throwing blows just as long as that thing takes his so-called status and gets out of my company!" Vincent shouted with his finger pointed towards Mr X."Outrage! You are in no position to speak to him in that manner!" another man at the table spoke up, slamming his palm on the table to show his annoyance."And who gave you the right to speak back at me?! Do you speak of hi
"Sir, there's a call for you," Mr X's bodyguard informed him, interrupting his concentration."From who?" Mr X inquired, not looking up from his desk."I'm afraid I don't know, sir. The number isn't saved in your directory."Mr X's curiosity was piqued. He reached for the phone and waited for the other person to speak first."Mr X. I am unsure of my role here at the mansion of this Vincent guy. I heard the news of what you did and It seems that you have everything under control," Kate's voice echoed through the receiver, making Mr X sit up straight in his chair."Didn't I warn you about calling me while you're in Vincent's mansion? Do you have any idea what I will do to you if he discovers you're my spy?" Mr X's voice was menacing.Kate apologized profusely for her impertinence but pressed on, keen to know if her services were still needed and if she should continue pretending to be the real Kate with Vincent."Yes, there is still much to be done. Vincent is a crafty man, and I don't w
Kate drove along the winding road, keeping to the speed limit as she navigated the curves. The car wasn’t hers, but Vincent's which she took without permission.She figured he wouldn't need it anyway since he didn't make enough money to maintain a single car anymore.Kate glanced ahead and saw that a police car had parked diagonally, blocking the road. A small crowd had gathered, murmuring their curiosity about what was happening.As she approached the blockade, Kate heard an officer call out, “Stand back, please! This is an active investigation!” She slowed to a stop, and as the cop turned towards her, she asked politely, “Excuse me, officer, what’s going on here? I need to get through.”“You’re under arrest, Miss Kate,” the officer replied, his demeanour cold and unfeeling.“What?! Why?!” Kate couldn’t believe it. She had done nothing wrong. She hadn’t had any brushes with the law before. The officer read her the Miranda Rights, and preceded to handcuff her, before pushing her not to
Ferdinand knocked on the door to Vincent's office and was told to come in. He entered and placed the files in his hands on Vincent's table."I've done my part in these files. You're in the final stage of getting everything done, sir." Ferdinand said."There you go again. Call IMG sir all over. Aren't we friends anymore?"Vincent said to Ferdinand.Ferdinand smiled, "sorry about that. It's just that when I work, I like to completely be business minded in all aspects." he replied."That reminds me. There is something I've been meaning to ask you." Vincent said as he checked the files on his desk one by one, "How come we see less and less of each other these days? I mean, you are the one who offered the friendship but lately, developing it doesn't seem to be your interest anymore." Vincent inquired."I'm so sorry about that. So so sorry. I've been very busy sir ...I mean to say, Vincent." Ferdinand replied."You should try and get used to calling me by my name only," Vincent advised."Ther
Vincent took a deep breath in and almost choked. It's been a very long time since he last made use of the bus, especially when it had to be this cramped one.He was glad that he only had his single luggage, himself, and his son to transport at the moment but still, he could hardly breathe where he was seated and prayed to reach his destination as quickly as possible."Hey! Watch it!" the man seated next to Vincent yelled."Huh?" Vincent made a confused face."You're stepping on my foot not a rock!" the man shouted angrily.Vincent looked own and quickly removed his foot from the stranger's foot, "I'm sorry. I didn't know." Vincent said, apologetically.The stranger ignored Vincent and the driver started the bus the moment one last passenger made her way in. The lady was curvy and eye-catching when it came to her feminine features."What?" the lady spoke rudely when she caught Vincent staring."Nothing. Sorry." Vincent replied and turned to look out the window.The lady took a seat righ
"Vincent, you're here?... Why didn't you tell me you were visiting?" Devine said, his face revealing his confusion.Vincent opened his mouth but no words came out from it.His mother soon appeared at the door, her face lighting up at the sight of her son and grandson. She hugged Vincent before setting her eyes on Eli. "Oh, look at him. He's asleep."Vincent, however, wasn't in the mood for small talk and swiftly moved past them to get inside. Devine, still puzzled as to what was going on, followed his son inside, while Vincent's mother closed and locked the door.Once inside, Vincent collapsed onto a chair, exhausted. He had hoped that this time around, things would be different, but he was mistaken.Devine finally asked the question which stuck in his mind, "Vincent, what's going on? Why are you here?"Vincent took a deep breath, his eyes fighting back tears. "I lost my company," he said, the words barely escaping his mouth.Devine, taken aback, could hardly believe it. He had nothin
Vincent opened his eyes to the soft touch of morning sunlight. He had fallen asleep on the couch without knowing.He sat up and the aroma of bacon and eggs penetrated his nostrils. Feeling his saliva meltdown in his mouth, Vincent got up and followed the aroma into the kitchen.There his mother was, up and working the kitchen. It's been a long time since he last ate anything prepared by her."Good morning, mom." Vincent greeted."Good morning." Vincent's mother dished out the food and turned off the gas, "I already fed Eli. He went right back to sleep.""Bon appetite. I know you missed my cooking." Vincent's mother said all smiles as her husband walks in and joins them at the table."So, Dad?" Vincent started, "Any idea where I can apply for a job around here?" Vincent asked."You want to go job hunting so soon?" Devine, Vincent's father asked."Yes. It's better not to be a burden on you and Mom. I lost my job, my wife, and my daughter. I only have you two and my son, Eli. I want to co
On a sunny morning, Vincent put on his best suit and prepared mentally for the meeting. He wanted to make a good impression and show his determination to excel in his new job. With a briefcase in hand containing his resume and other important documents, he set off to meet his new boss at the company's office. Even if he had the job handed to him on a platter of gold, he still wanted to prove his qualifications.As Vincent arrived at the modern and bustling office building, he was greeted by the receptionist who directed him to the boss's office. With each step closer, his heart pounded with anticipation. He took a deep breath, knocked on the office door, and entered.Inside, he found Mr Edward sitting behind a spacious desk, engrossed in his work. Raised by his father to be polite and respectful Vincent introduced himself in a confident yet modest manner. Mr Edward looked up, extending his hand for a handshake, and welcomed Vincent to take a seat.During their conversation, Vincent co