“I told you all I saw him steal something.” Jason said sounding satisfied. “Look at the evidence.” He pointed towards the things laying on the counter.
“What are you talking about?” Danny looked at what he placed on the counter. His heart nearly stopped when he saw the diamond hairpin amongst his things. He was at a complete loss as to how that thing ended up amongst his stuff. He slowly looked towards Jason knowing he did it somehow. No matter how he searched his mind he can’t remember how he did this.“That’s not mine,” Danny said honestly.“Always the thief’s path of denial.” Jason said snidely.“I don’t know how you did this…you are the thief.” Danny said flatly.“Your Daddy raised a thief.” Jason decided to taunt him.“You will regret that,” Danny warned.“What’s going on here?” Jess Stone, the Manager suddenly made her presence known.“I am not sure what happened Miss Stone but it appears as though the customer might have stolen something.” Cleo declared her position.Jess reached for the hairpin, her eyes flashed over the signet ring also laying on the counter. A coldness suddenly settles within her heart. She instantly recognized the significance of the ring. One moment she felt cold then suddenly heating from within. She nearly walked into a possible trap with this argument.She made it her business to know all the most important and powerful families in Ricardo-Saint-Claire. That ring belong to the most rich and powerful family. Every core family member has one. She looked slowly towards the shabby looking young man. She instantly recognized the Ricardo characteristics in the young man’s face.Taking a deep breath she carefully look and made a nod of the happenings within the stores. There will certainly be backlash once the young man leaves.“Ma’am…I didn’t steal anything.” Danny said looking directly into her eyes. He senses something different with the Manager but he can’t explain why.Jess looked at the young man who could destroy her in the blink of an eye. This whole shopping street belongs to the family. She realized the young man could just have walked in and taken what he wanted but his actions was honorable, as he paid for a gift.“The hairpin…” she tried to sort her thoughts.“I don’t know where it came from. I only wanted the purse as a gift.” Danny explained his position.“You are not seriously going to believe him?” Jason asked furious. He senses something around him which makes him feel tense. This Manager seems to have an opinion different from what he wants from her.Jess was glad she paid attention and noticed the signet ring. She suddenly had enough of the show playing around her. This store was her livelihood and no spoilt footballer was going to bring her down.“Enough.” She snapped.Jason and Lisa was surprise. The Manager’s attitude puzzles them. Neither of them has noticed the signet ring so they don’t realized in just how much trouble they were. They eagerly waits for the woman to scowl Danny and throw him out.“Well, what are you going to do?” Jason asked.“Nothing,” Jess turned so fast and slapped him throw the face. Before Jason could react, the security was called.“Bitch!” Jason growled. “You are going to pay for this.”“Get out. Now!” there was such a cold ferocity about her that her assistants was weary without understanding what just happened.Danny stood watching in puzzlement. He was uncertain what just happened. He now looks at the woman who was straightening her own flawless clothes. He has the odd idea she was in reality sorting her thoughts.“Ma’am…are you okay?” he asked uncertain.“My utmost sincerest apology sir. I won’t tolerate people insulting my customers. Those two has a habit of doing this. Please accept my apology.” Jess seemed to wring her hands nervously. This young man must believe her words.“Ma’am, I am sorry too. I truly didn’t steal anything.”“I know sir.” Jess looked towards her most loyal security guard who knows to look for answers without being told.“How do you know?” Danny asked curious.“Please follow me, sir.”Danny and Cleo followed Jess into the office. She took her position and pointed at the camera. It was clear when Jason Clarke stolen the hairpin. It was also clear it was during their scuffle that he slipped the hairpin into Danny’s pocket.“Thank you ma’am. I know I don’t belong in a shop like this. I just wanted something nice. I don’t know much about girl’s things.” Danny admits honestly feeling his face burns with embarrassment.Jess found this statement very surprising but decided not question the young man. There was something here she was missing but she will make corrections.“Sir, it would seem I need to train my assistants again in how to deal with men needing help. You certainly have good taste. Please follow me. I am going to refund the sale.”Danny followed very confused. He don’t have a clue what just happened. Once back at the counter, he stuff his personal belongings back in his pocket.“Sir, as compensation for the rude behavior and insult, please allow me to give you fifty grand for what happened.” Jess offered.“No, don’t.” he answered quickly and a bit shocked.“Please sir. I don’t want you to have such a bad experience ever again.“Ma’am…I don’t want the money.” Danny insist. “Do you instead have another suggestion that would go along with the purse? Something ridiculously expensive.”“Are you sure, sir?”“I am…this will be gifts of revenge.” Danny said softly.Jess suddenly smiled. She looked again at him while her mind works a mile a minute. She suddenly has a very good idea what’s going on here.“I completely understand sir.”Danny placed his bank card on the counter. The cell phone ringing making him looked at the caller. He was finally going to have his revenge in a way no one saw coming.“Hello…”“Denver?”He recognized her voice. Again he has that feeling of excitement just listening to her.“Is something wrong?” he wonders if she has decide to go without him.“Are you still coming?” she asked anxiously.“I am…just getting the gifts.”“Okay. I am waiting for you. I won’t go inside before you arrive. Is that okay?”“Just give me twenty minutes.”Danny ended the call before reaching for the ready packages. “Thank you ma’am.”Danny step out of the shop confused about what had just happened. As he walked towards the taxi he suddenly realized the truth. He quickly search for the signet ring, suddenly knowing the Manager knew which family he belonged too. “Now I understand why father said keep it close.” He said shaking his head. “The power in something so small.” About to get into the taxi he was surrounded by Jason and his friends. One look into Billy-Bob’s eyes and he knew he was in trouble again. “Loser…heard you are making trouble.” Billy-Bob said while bulging his muscles. “I don’t know what you are talking about.” Danny said flatly. “Are you calling me a liar?” “No, you are stupid.” Danny wonders if the ring was giving him courage. Just yesterday he wouldn’t have dared talking like that. “Grab the fool,” Billy-Bob orders his underdogs. Danny decided to run. At the moment he doesn’t care that he was a coward. He just don’t want to arrive at the party full of blood. One thing was certain, after t
“Danny,” The chill on his skin woke him. He blinked several times before he realized he looked at a gauntlet of people. His mind felt fuzzy as he struggled to recall what happened. The last coherent thought was his father calling him to inform him he was receiving his own mansion. “Guys, the loser is waking up.” Jason stuffed his money into his pocket. He wipes what appeared to be blood from the inside of his lips. “What…” he tried to form words but his throat felt dry. As he tried wetting his lips, he felt the cracked skin and dried blood on his lips. “Took your bloody time,” Billy-Bob now stood beside Jason. “We good, bro?” he looked at Jason who just nods his head. “What about him?” Danny tried blinking his eyes. His thoughts was still fuzzy. He tried to focus on the conversation right in his face. He quietly understood he was in serious trouble. “Let the police deal with him.” Jason said. “What if he somehow convinced them he was innocent?” Billy-Bob asked a bit anxious. “N
Denver sits motionless trying to figure out what just happened. There was definitely a shift in his reality but he just can't seem to recognize the significance."Dude, are you okay? I hope you aren’t drugged. I don’t need the hassle.” The taxi driver looked at him through the rearview mirror. “I am just cold,” Danny tries his best to warm himself. He just knew something happened; but who can he talk to about what had occurred. “Get out.” The driver suddenly annoyed. “You made me drive around all night. I had enough.” Danny opened the door getting out. He paid the man. He slowly looked around. The mansion was situated against the side of a mountain. He start to walk up the road. He knew he was in trouble with his father, it couldn’t be helped once his cell phone died. “Stop,” the guard suddenly made an appearance from behind the trees. “What the hell?” Danny was instantly annoyed. He hates being scared by other people. He was still nervous and uncertain about the strange happening
“Welcome home, brother of mine.” Danny step inside his focus on the woman right in front of him. Looking at her he recognize his own image within her. He felt the familiarity from her touch. “Who are you?” He just has to ask although the truth looks directly at him.“Joslin, your twin.” She said simply. “Why did I never knew about you?” “That’s a question for the parents.” “Isn’t Mom dead?” “What give you that idea?” “It’s simple, I was raised by father.” “I was raised by Mom.” “I don’t understand.” Danny looked at her searching her face. He can’t senses any type of lie from her. He stuffed his hand into his pocket when he suddenly remembers the ring. Taking his one hand out to look at the signet ring. When he looked up he saw her showing her ring for him. “What’s with the rings?” “The family line.” “Where is father?” “He is at the office. I requested this meeting.” Joslin looked at her twin. She tried sensing his mood but there was no connection between them. “”How old a
The door to the interrogation room opened. Detective Duncan grabbed Danny by the arm pulling him upright. “What’s going on?” “Shut up. You have the right to remain silent.” “I don’t understand?” Danny said. “Anything you say or do will be used against you.” “What’s happening?” “Do you understand your rights as I just told you?” The handcuffs tighten around his writs. He was forced back into the chair. “What’s your name?” The detective opened a file. “I don’t understand what’s going on?” “Answer the question. What’s your name?” “Denver Ricardo.” “How old are you?” “I am eighteen years.” “Where do you live?” “I just bought Craven’s Hill.” Danny said flatly. Detective Duncan looked sharply at him. He frowned. He realized he was already in trouble just by hearing the surname being confirmed. “Where were you last night?” “I was briefly at a party.” “Whose party?” “Lisa Klein. What’s going on?” “Can someone confirm this?” “Yes, “ “Who?” “Bella Simone. I was her plus o
“Mister Ricardo?” Detective Duncan stood in the door of another interrogation room. He was nervous as hell as he looked at the young man who could make serious trouble for him. “Yes, sir?” Danny felt tired but too much on edge. It was with immense inner strength that he managed to control the nervousness in his body. “You may make your phone call.” “No thanks,” Danny said quickly. “Why not?” Duncan was surprise. “How is Jason Clarke?” “He will live. It was just a superficial wound. I am curious about something. Do you mind answering?” Danny looked at the older man. He already noticed the difference in the man’s new attitude. The man has probably figured out who he was. Now another moral question: should he be punished for doing his job?“What?” “Why didn’t you try to escape? It was clear those men were here for you.” “Whatever reason would they have to try and break me out? I did nothing wrong.” “There were complaints against you. Maybe your family wanted to protect you?” D
Danny slowly opened his eyes. It has a burning sensation. He lift his head trying to figure out what just happened. His eyes keeps on tearing. He finally realized he was stripped of his clothes and his hands were no longer tied together. “What…” he quickly looked at his hand. He was very relieved when he discovered the ring was still on his finger. “You better move, if you know what’s good for you.” The stranger’s voice said from somewhere. Danny slowly realized he heard that voice before. “Where are you?” he asked looking around. “Stop wasting time. Once those idiots finished snorting cocaine, they will come for you.” Danny looked towards the garage door. It was closed. The only way out he noticed was the small window. His immediate trouble was his length. “Do you know a way out of here?” “Yes,” “Then tell me,” Danny asked quickly. “What will be the fun of it all?” “Aren’t you here to help me?” Danny asked furious. The moment his voice rings through the garage, the football
“Hello,” Danny answered his phone. It has been ringing nonstop for a while. He already recognized the number. Since the night at the party, he feels weird being around those types of rich people. “May I come over?” Bella Simone asked softly. “Why?” he asked suspiciously. “You sound weird, Denver. Did I do something wrong?” “You did,” he said shortly. On impulse he suddenly disconnect the call. Jumping out of bed he rushed into the shower. As he was stepping out again, his man servant stood hesitantly in the door. “Is something wrong?” He asked drying his hair. “You have a guest sir,” Danny pulled on his torn jeans before reaching for the light blue T-shirt. He looked at the man who stood uncertain in the door. He quietly realized he should start a kind of trusting relationship with his skeleton crew of employees he inherited from his parents. “I take it the girl didn’t except your refusal for entrance?” “Yes, sir. She is waiting impatiently in the living room. “Offer her a be