Kevin's phone beeped when he got down from the plane. It was a message from Alessia. He decided to give her a call instead. Alessia picked it up immediately.“Hello, Boss. Have you arrived?”“I just did.”“Ok, Boss. Just call me if anything happens and I will be on my way immediately.”Kevin smiled. “I will, little cat,” he assured and hung up.Trust Alessia to be worried. He doesn't blame her anyway. Once bitten, twice shy.But Kevin was going to be extra careful this time around.He knew Lionel's estate in Fionel state. The direction was stuck in his head like a map.He flagged down a taxi and got inside. “Precious housing,” he muttered and relaxed.Soon enough, the car pulled to a stop in front of a wide, tall gate in which “Precious Housing” was inscribed in big letters.“We are here!” He announced.He looked at the driver. “You are supposed to drive me inside,” he said, skeptical.The driver chuckled. “Are you kidding me? Besides, who are you there to meet? I think you've missed
Kevin was shocked. “That isn't fair. I got here first. The suite is mine. You can as well look for shelter elsewhere.”The lady laughed as if she couldn't believe who was talking. “Is he about to cry? Oh, he's so pitiful”The man joined in for a moment. He became sober almost immediately l. “Don't worry, I will give you $5,000 to get yourself a nice room befitting your status around here,” he said pompously.Kevin scoffed and looked at the receptionist. “I got here first.”“Well, it's not a matter of who got it first. You can't afford it! You should leave and go look for one that's worthy of you.” “Yes! Max is being kind,” the woman added. “He's going to give you a whole $5000. You should take it and be grateful,” she said mockingly.Max moved closer to the receptionist, with a wide smile on his face. “So, prepare the room for me. I will give you an extra $5,000 for your stress.”The receptionist was overjoyed. “Thank you so much, sir! I will_”“I'm taking the room,” Kevin said sudd
Kevin was led to the fourth floor, where the penthouse was. The lady stepped inside first. “Welcome to Grand Mystery, sir. For penthouse, there's always a complimentary breakfast and dinner,” she explained with a wide smile on her face.Kevin nodded once. “Thank you. Is the dinner still valid? Because I'm starving.”The lady hesitated briefly. “Actually, dinner is 7, and it's past it already, but we can always make an exception for you!” She revealed with a wider smile. Kevin reciprocated the smile. The lady was suddenly being nice. Why won't she? It wasn't every time that someone paid $200,000 for a penthouse.“So, what kind of wine will you like to take? We have Napa Valley and Ghost Horse Vineyard for you.”“Ghost Horse is fine.”"Good, and if you need anything else, you can let me know,” she said seductively. She took a step closer to fill the space between them and handed over a business card. “You can call me. I will attend to you personally,” she finished and stepped out of t
Chapter 21Shock passed across Jake’s face as he turned to look at Kevin again.He was shocked and impressed. Who was Kevin? Everyone knew him in that state. It was why everyone minded their business. No one wanted to get into trouble with Lionel's second in command.Kevin let the man go with a slight push. The other man holding the lady could no longer sustain it. So he let go of her.Kevin held her quickly before she would fall and steadied her on the floor.She looked up, but her long black hair fell over her face. Kevin helped her back to the chair and looked up at Jake. “I don't think it's right to take a lady forcefully. If she doesn't want to go with you, there's nothing you can do about it.”Jake huffed, feeling the anger surge through him. “Well said,” the lady said suddenly and finally looked up. “You don't know how to treat a lady. This man will teach you how to.”Jake clenched his teeth in anger. “Get up, Rose, while I'm asking you nicely. You are just going to make this
“Lionel!” Kevin called with urgency to his voice. Lionel looked over at him.Kevin slowly shook his head. It wasn't yet the time for the announcement. Lionel knew what he meant instantly. He didn't think about how Kevin disappeared and was suddenly back again. There must be a story to it. “How dare you try to harm my friend!” He yelled instead.The men stared, shocked. Then quickly went on one of their knees. They were so scared to upset Lord Lionel.“You are all dismissed!” Lionel ordered and turned to look at Kevin with a shocked expression. “How?”“Not yet!” Kevin muttered and was suddenly walking past the men and out of the club. He remembered Rose and knew he needed to get her.Who knew what Jake wanted to do? Even though he was her girlfriend, he was being suspicious.“Pho_” Lionel started again but stopped almost immediately. Hehurried after Kevin instead.A car had already driven out when Kevin stepped out of the club. Lionel moved closer quickly. “Is everything alright, Ph
Kelvin's phone rang as a car pulled up beside them. It was Alessia. He took some steps away to pick it.Lionel turned to Jake at this time, with a dark frown on his face. “Lord Phoenix spared you, but don't think I will.”Jake nodded once and scrambled in front of him. “Please, spare me! I didn't know he was Lord Phoenix!” He rushed out. He was anxious and scared. Disrespecting Lord Phoenix was an offence punishable by death.Lionel straightened up. “You are banned from the community for a month.”Jake released the breath he didn't know he was holding. Getting banned was not good, but getting killed was worse.He could still come up with merits that could make him get called back.“Your wish is my command!”Meanwhile, Kevin was talking to Alessia, who was initially worried that she hadn't heard anything from Kevin. Kevin squeezed his face. “No, I'm still in Falcone State. I didn't know that seeing Lionel would be such a hard task.”“Figures. Lionel is a big name in Falcone State.”“H
Lionel nodded once, liking the plan. “I love it!”“Good,” Kevin smiled. “I need to sleep now. I have an early flight to catch.”Lionel nodded again. “I would love to catch up with you. And well, with Alessia too since she has suddenly grown to hate me.”Kevin laughed. “Alessia doesn't hate you.”Lionel smiled. “Alright boss.”Lionel walked Kevin out of the bar before he stepped back because Kevin told him to.He walked back to the room, overjoyed. Who would have thought he would see Lord Phoenix again?When he received the news of his demise, he was so devastated. This was why he created Mystery and decided to act nonchalant about most things.But now that Kevin was back, everything was going to change. He didn't mind it, actually.“Who is there?” He called suddenly.The door opened quickly, and a man walked inside. He bowed slightly. “Yes Boss.”“Call me Jake. I have an assignment for the both of you.”The man bowed slightly and stepped out again.It didn't take up to a few minutes w
In a large living room of one of the expensive buildings in the estate, Mendy Karim paved. The living room was heavily furnished with expensive furniture.He hesitated suddenly to look at the door. It wasn't here yet. He glanced at his wristwatch. It was just an hour before the Perry family business party would start. He had ordered his suit and was anxiously waiting for it.He was so excited. It looks like his plan to impress Mia was going accordingly. And the party was a nice opportunity for him to further show her that he was capable of taking care of her and, well, being her husband.His phone made a beep suddenly. That must be his clothes. He moved out, and truly, it was the delivery man. He ordered the suit from one of the expensive boutiques in Penia City. He just wanted to further show Mrs. Perry that he was qualified to be their in-law.But that aside, he had another plan.Alessia was on his mind. Alessia was the dream of almost all the men in Penia City. And to think Alessia