"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
Vincent carried a notepad along with himself as he tailed Mr Edward. He had to take notes of certain things about the company he had just fully started working in.As they discussed the position and responsibilities, Mr Edward elaborated on the company's vision and goals. He shared his journey and the values he held dear, emphasizing the importance of hard work, dedication, and continuous learning. Vincent found himself drawn to Mr Edward's words, realizing that this job was more than just an opportunity for financial stability; it was a chance for personal and professional growth.Feeling the connection grow between them, Vincent began to feel at ease. Mr Edward's warmth and genuine interest in his success made him confident that he was joining a supportive and nurturing workplace environment. Both of them saw potential in each other, and an unspoken bond formed during their conversation.By the end of the day, Vincent felt a sense of gratitude for his father's help in finding this j
"Fired?! But sir, what was my fault?! Am I getting fired just for not being nice to the newbie?!" Jack shouted.He stood before his boss, Mr Edward, with his fists clenched and his eyes displaying his fury."I'm sorry but we do not condone such behaviour in this company. If you can't behave properly and treat others with respect then how do you expect to handle the clients that come in?" Mr Edward stood his ground."This isn't fair! Vincent is nothing but a fucked up newbie! He doesn't even deserve to be here!" Jack shouted."That's enough! And you think you belong here with that attitude?! Look around you! Is there anyone else you see treating others the way you do?! Get out of my office, Jack." Mr Edward ordered, carrying a look of seriousness as he spoke.Jack gritted his teeth but said nothing more to his boss. He reached for the door to leave and Mr Edward spoke up again, "Get everything that belongs to you from your office and leave."Jack left Mr Edward's office and entered his.
"You got me fired from my job and you think there wouldn't be any consequences that will follow?!" Jack grinned."I don't know how many times you want me to say that it wasn't my intention to get you fired?!" Vincent retorted."Shut up you moron! Even if it wasn't your intention, what did you do to stop it from happening?! You just stood there waiting for me to get out of a place where I earned my spot!" Jack clapped back."Even if that happened, what right did you have to bring a maid into this matter? Why didn't you come directly for me?" Vincent asked."Well, it's easy. It's just that easy but you were too dumb to think everything through. Chloe here, she owes me money. A lot of it.""So, you are there a leader of this whole operation?" Vincent questioned.Jack scoffed, "Of course not. I just chose to take matters into my own hands since my boss didn't seem to have much interest in this district." Jack answered."And... Who is this boss of yours?" Vincent asked."What? You think I'm
Jack was inches, just inches away from smashing his phone against the wall before him.Jack and two others were the only ones that managed to get away from the police. Those that Vincent had beaten up couldn't run fast enough and they got caught."Damn it! Damn it! Damn it!" Jack smashed his gun against the floor. It shot out a bullet, making Jack run back in a jump."Fuck!" Jack exclaimed, seeing his life flash before his eyes."I swear I will make you pay Vincent. I will make you wish you were never born!" Jack shouted and picked up the gun afterwards."Jack, what are we going to do now? Big boss will be pissed when he finds out about this." one of the two men with Jack asked."Yeah, and he is going to punish us harshly for sure." the second man spoke."Just shut up and let me think!" Jack yelled."What if those caught rat us out to the police?" the first man questioned, feeling his heart race faster than a car."We'll be goners if they open their mouths." the second man added."I sa
That same night, Vincent and Chloe just returned to Vincent's parents' home.Vincent's parents ran to meet the both of them, hugging them and dropping so many apologies that all sounded unnecessary to Vincent."Why are you both apologizing when you both did nothing wrong?" Vincent looked at his parents questioningly, "The one who should be apologizing is Jack and that messed up the boss of his, whoever that is.""Who is Jack?" Mr Devine asked."That's the name of the man who got Chloe kidnapped and had his men strip her!" Vincent unknowingly let out his answer in an angry shout."Tell us how everything happened." Vincent's father said, letting them in immediately he realized he was holding them at the door.Vincent and Chloe walked in and sat on a sofa before Vincent started explaining everything to his parents.He told them how he got involved with a gang, how he unintentionally got Jack fired, and how he ended up saving Chloe from the thugs that took her and played with her body.Hea