The next morning.Vincent woke up with a big headache and holds his head with one of his arms. He wondered how he was in bed and tried to remember how he got home but couldn't. All he knew was that he went out for a party with Ferdinand and everything after was a blur."Did I get drunk? But how?" he wondered.The more he thought about it then the bigger his headache became so he chose to just forget about it and assume that Ferdinand brought him home after he got drunk. He hoped that nothing bad happened to Ferdinand.Vincent wanted to take a bath but saw little vomit in the open toilet. He couldn't recall vomiting either. What was up with him?Vincent flushed the toilet and had his bath, he went downstairs only after resting a bit more.He found his parents at the table having breakfast and he joined them, "Good morning." he said."Good morning," Veronica replied but Mr Devine said silent. It was only after Vincent sat down that Mr Devine responded to him."Vincent... About last nig
Later in the day after work was over, Ferdinand arrived in front of Dominic's house as he earlier intended to and told the gardener to inform Dominic that he was there to see him.The gardener did exactly as he was told to by Ferdinand. After all, who in the city doesn't know him? It was best to just carry out his order without complaint even if you work for a different family.After getting inside the house, the gardener spotted Dominic and went straight to him to pass the information, "Sir, Mr Idris Ferdinand is here to see you." he said to Dominic."What for?" Dominic asked the gardener, feeling surprised. He had never had anything to do with Ferdinand in particular even if they worked in the same company so why was Ferdinand looking for him? Why was he being asked for in his house?"I don't know sir. He just said I should inform you that he is here." the gardener replied."Alright. You can go. I will meet him." Dominic said to the gardener. "Alright, sir."After the gardener left
Dominic goes to Vincent's office early in the morning after Vincent arrived and Ferdinand was seen by him leaving the office."Come in." Dominic heard Vincent's voice come from the other side of the door he just knocked on.Dominic opened the office door and entered, closing it behind himself."Good morning." Dominic greeted."I didn't send for you. Why are you here?" Vincent asked."I just have something to get off my chest," Dominic said."I'd like to apologize. For lying, for bullying, for insulting you and your mom and calling you weak. Everything I said and did, I sincerely apologize for it. I know you won't take it seriously or believe that I mean it but at least I've apologized and I don't expect much from you. I don't mind continuing with the extra work but please forgive me." Dominic begged.Vincent sighed, "I believe you are truly sorry but it's going to take me a while before I will be able to fully forgive you. I hope you'll understand that." Vincent replied Dominic.Domin
"About what?" Dominic asked."First park your car and then we can talk," Vincent said and ended the call just before Dominic could try to oppose.Vincent saw Dominic turn his car to a side and his driver followed. Dominic's car was parked at the side of a fence and Dominic waited for Vincent at the side of his car with his arms folded.Vincent instructed his driver to park beside Dominic's car and as soon as that was done, Vincent got out of his car and dragged Dominic to a more hidden corner."What is this all about?" Dominic asked Vincent."It's about the truth. What were you going to tell me back at the office? I noticed you went silent because of Ferdinand so now that he isn't here, I want you to tell me." Vincent said to Dominic.Dominic kept quiet and stared blankly at Vincent, "If I said anything then it would cost me a whole lot. Vincent hates me and there is no way he would help my situation even if I say things to his benefit." Dominic thought to himself."It wasn't anything
Ferdinand got out of bed and had a bath then came down for breakfast in a casual wear. There was no work today and he was looking forward to enjoying the rest of the day.His entire family was at the table and he joined them and took his usual spot."Good morning," Ferdinand said. He was in a happy mood that day but not for any particular reason."How is it going with taking the spot of Vincent Victor as the new CEO of DeVic company?" Mr Khalid asked all of a sudden. The question ruined Ferdinand's mood in a way."It's my day off. Could you have at least given me ten minutes of peace?" Ferdinand retorted."It's just a question. You should try speaking to our parents without making an argument out of it." Kate said to Ferdinand."That's easy for you to say. You were the most pampered one. Too bad you were the most rotten one I had to deal with on my own." Ferdinand replied to Kate."Ferdinand! Stop talking that way to your sister." Mrs Alma said."She started it," Ferdinand replied pla
The next day,Ferdinand just placed the last camera in a hidden spot in Vincent's office when Vincent walks in acting casually like he was used to seeing Ferdinand go about in his office."Good morning Ferdinand." Vincent greeted."Good morning sir," Ferdinand replied.Vincent sat down on his seat and questioned, "Why do you keep doing that?""Doing what?" Ferdinand asked Vincent, wondering what it was he could have been talking about."Calling me sir. Just call me Vincent since we are friends. Things between us should not be too formal. Don't you agree?" Vincent said."Yeah, that's true. Alright. I will call you Vincent from now on. How was your night?" Ferdinand replied."I hated it. But not for whatever reason you may be thinking." Vincent replied."Then why? What happened?" Ferdinand asked Vincent."The nighttime put an end to my fun happiness yesterday as the date came to an end. I needed more time." Vincent explained."Ohh. Just so we are clear, you are talking about a date with
Vincent is seated in his office wondering why Ferdinand hasn't made a move in a long while. It's been five days and nothing is off about him."Although, the only odd thing that has been happening is his sister, Kate. Since the day she has been hired, she has been making various advances on me and I can't understand why. What does she want with me?" Vincent wondered.A knock came on Vincent's office door and he responded, "come in"Kate walked in and Vincent immediately sits up in his seat. She had a tray in her hand with coffee on it and she set it on top of Vincent's desk."Thank you but I didn't ask for this," Vincent told her."I know. I just heard you liked it." Kate replied, smiling at Vincent who felt nothing short of an awkwardness around her."Fine. Thank you." Vincent replied and took the cup in his hand. He wanted her to be out of his office as soon as possible and it was sure to happen fast if he finished the coffee quickly.Vincent raised the cup to his lips and drank quick
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."The
Time seemed to pass slowly as they waited, each minute feeling like an eternity. Vincent's mind was flooded with memories of his time with Chloe, all the moments they had shared and the bond they had formed. He couldn't imagine a world without her.Finally, after what felt like hours, the doors to the emergency room swung open, and a doctor stepped out, still in his scrubs. Vincent stood up, his heart pounding in his chest."How is she? Is she going to be okay?" Vincent asked, his voice filled with desperation.The doctor's face softened as he looked at Vincent. "She's stable now," he said, his tone reassuring. "The bullet narrowly missed any vital organs. She's going to need surgery to remove it, but she's strong, and we expect her to make a full recovery."Relief washed over Vincent, the weight lifting off his shoulders. He thanked the doctor profusely, gratitude filling his eyes. They were given permission to see Chloe, but only one person at a time, due to limited visiting hours.
With that, Vincent and Carlos laid out the plan, assigning each person a specific role to play. They spent hours going over every detail, making sure to account for any possible scenario.With everyone ready and committed, they began to execute the plan to bring down Mr. X. It was dangerous, and they knew they could be risking their lives, but they were determined to see justice served.Days turned into weeks as they worked tirelessly to gather information and plan their attack. And finally, the day came when they made their first move.As they landed at the airport, Vincent could feel the adrenaline coursing through his veins. This was it. It was time to face his demons.They made their way to the hotel where they had arranged to meet with Mr. X. Carlos had already set up the meeting, and they had a few hours to prepare themselves.Vincent took the time to meditate and clear his mind. He went over every detail of the plan in his head, making sure that he had covered all the bases.As
Vincent stepped out of his bedroom with Carlos. He could see everyone else was in a waiting position in the living room.When they saw him, they stood up straight, physically loosening up but Vincent knew that they were very tensed up on the inside."It became OUR fight since we all became a family. So if what you're about to say is that you're going to do this alone, that ain't gonna happen." Chloe said before Vincent could breathe a word out."I wasn't going to say that," Vincent told her."Oh." Chloe stepped back, "That's good then.""So, what are we going to do, Dad?" Eli asked Vincent.Vincent looked through his family consisting of his ex-wife Tasha, his wife Chloe, his daughter Lily, and his two sons Samuel and Eli."I will be appointing you roles to play in taking down Mr. X based on each of your strengths," Vincent said."Mr Carlos here has given us an opportunity. He is the highest shareholder in Mr X's companies and his plan is to go from eighty to a hundred per cent. We wi
Frustrated and seething with anger, Mr. X clenched his fists so tightly that his knuckles turned white. It was inconceivable that his target had slipped through his fingers, escaping to an unknown destination by taking a flight. "How could this have happened?!" Mr X shouted, furious.He had meticulously planned every step, leaving no room for error. And yet, his meticulously laid-out trap had been shattered in an instant.Mr X's mind raced, desperately trying to piece together where his quarry could be headed. His heart pounded with rage, his blood boiling at the thought of his carefully concocted plans falling apart. He had invested precious time and resources to ensure that the person who had caused him so much misery would no longer haunt his days, only to watch them vanish into thin air once again.He paced, his footsteps echoing. Anger twisted his features, causing his clenched jaw to tremble with rage. He couldn't shake the image of his adversary slipping away.The feeling of
Chloe and the others managed to get Vincent to the hospital in time. He underwent emergency surgery and fortunately, the doctors were able to save his life.Chloe stayed by Vincent's side the whole time after the surgery, praying for his recovery. When he eventually woke up, she couldn't contain her happiness and tears streamed down her face."I thought I'd lost you," Chloe said, holding Vincent's hand tightly.Vincent smiled weakly and replied, "I'm not going anywhere."Chloe smiled and hugged him, grateful for his safety and their love for each other. That was a narrow escape from death and it scared the hell out of everyone."Where is everyone else?" Vincent asked, slightly scared that something bad might have happened to someone else as well."They are all okay. I will get them here." Chloe said as she gently slid her hand away from Vincent's hand and placed a gentle kiss on his forehead.Chloe left the room and when she returned, Tasha, Lily, Samuel, and Eli walked in after her.
The meeting took place on the outskirts of town in the same warehouse where Eli, Tasha, Lily, and Samuel were being held."I'm sure you're wondering why I wanted to meet with you," Mr. X said, his voice smooth as silk but his eyes sharp and deceiving."I can't imagine it's for a pleasant conversation," Vincent replied, his eyes fixed on Mr. X as if insulting his brain."You're right," Mr. X said, a smirk crossing his face. "I want to make you pay for what you've done to me. You've cost me everything, and now it's time for me to get my revenge."Vincent knew that he was in trouble. He could see the anger and hatred in Mr. X's eyes, and he knew that he needed to get out of there as soon as possible but he couldn't do so without those being held there by Mr X.Mr. X approached him, a knife glinting in his hand. "You should have known better than to cross me," he hissed.Vincent could feel his heart pounding in his chest as Mr X brought the knife down. But before it could make contact, Mr
"Eli! Come on man! Slow down!" Samuel shouted.Eli stopped walking when he was sure that he was far enough from Vincent and Samuel stopped to catch his breath beside Eli."Why did you follow me?" Eli asked Samuel."We are best friends. That's the dumbest question I've ever heard." Vincent replied."Not in this case, Samuel. I want to be alone." Eli stated firmly."Then we can be alone together." Samuel placed his hand on Eli's shoulder but Eli shrugged it off and turned his head to Samuel."I don't get it, Samuel. Don't you have any brain? Are you stupid or something? I fucking ruined your life by taking the place that was meant to be yours and yet you're following me to make sure I'm alright?! Why?! Are you not capable of hate? You think you're so perfect don't you?!" Eli shouted angrily."I don't hate you, Eli. You were just a kid. And I don't think I'm perfect. I've made mistakes too. I just want to help you because you're my friend." Samuel said calmly.Eli sighed and wiped his te
After calling the police on Mr. X and he got arrested, Vincent, Chloe, Samuel, Eli, and Lily, believed that it was a great win for them.They all needed someplace to stay for the night and no longer caring about what her mother thought or might do, Lily volunteered her home."Are you sure it's fine if we stay here for the night?" Vincent asked Lily, "We didn't exactly speak to your mother about it." he added."She never cared about me so why should I care what she thinks of my choices? She spent all her life searching for her missing son and neglecting me." Lily replied, "She never once called me since I left. probably never noticed in the first place."Vincent stayed quiet and allowed Lily to lead the rest of them into the house.Vincent's phone started to ring and his wife, Chloe, wanted to stay back and know what the phone call was all about."Who is it?" Chloe asked."Someone from work," Vincent answered and picked up the call. He rushed outside the house while speaking, "Hello?"
"Vincent, what was that all about?" Chloe asked after following Vincent to their bedroom.Vincent paced left and right in the bedroom, thinking of what to do now."We can't let them go through with whatever they are planning to do," Vincent said."Go through with what? Can you stop and explain what's going on to me? Vincent please!" Chloe demanded."I heard you mentioned Mr. X. What's going on?!" Chloe asked again.Vincent looked at Chloe with eyes filled with sadness, "It's Samuel. Eli's best friend.""What about him?" Chloe asked."I think... He might just be my son and Eli isn't." Vincent replied."What?! How come? If Eli isn't our son then who are his real parents? How did all this happen?" Chloe panicked."That's something I'm yet to figure out. I know that Kate left her child with me and there was certainly no interval where anyone must have switched Eli. Could it be that the baby at that time wasn't Kate's? She just pretended to have abandoned her child?" Vincent thought deeper