The police and joint securities regained their composure and are now pushing back against the attackers.Joseph managed to slip away unnoticed while still bleeding from the wound, he stumbled through the shadow of the mansion grounds, with his breath ragged and his vision blurred.“I can’t let them catch me, never will I accept defeat,” he muttered to himself while desperate to escape.He made his way towards a car park at a corner which was away from the prying eyes of the police and the guards. With trembling hands, he unlocked the car and slid into the driver’s seat. He stared at his clothes which had been stained with blood. He saw Ryan running towards him with great speed.“I need to get out of here immediately,” Joseph said.Ryan moved fast to stop the car but Joseph revved the car engine and drove fast before the police could notice what was happening he had zoomed off. The odds were against Joseph’s men, they were surrounded by the police and several other guards. Sebastian
Sebastian and Ryan were seated before Mr. Caleb at his home office, Mr. Caleb had been mute since the incident. His expression was mixed with several feelings.Ryan and Sebastian glanced at each other, wondering why Mr. Caleb would call them to his office. They had been seated for almost half an hour and he hadn’t said anything but stared at them.“Grandfather, you requested for us and you haven’t said anything since we got here,” Ryan uttered politely while staring at his grandfather.He could understand that he was still in shock but he wished to know the reason for the meeting and why he chose both of them only.Mr. Caleb leaned further, and he let out a light cough. “I… I am sorry, Sebastian.” He spoke for the first time in three hours.Sebastian furrowed his gaze and darted it towards Ryan before switching it to face Mr Caleb. “I am sorry, I never believed you. I was blinded by my emotions, I wished I had listened to you then, but I was deceived into believing you killed my son
The room was silent as the person made away towards Joseph with an evil smirk. Joseph still couldn’t believe the person that was standing before him. He could take an oath for the person if asked if such a person could be this deadly.“You….What are you doing here?” He asked with his voice barely above a whisper.“I came to pay you what seemed like your last visit.” The person said.“Huh! What nonsense, Grey.” Joseph finally found the confidence to speak out.Everything continues to be like a dream to Joseph, he was reeling in confusion and disbelief. “What is going on, How come Grey? What is he planning and how did he manage to hire such men.” He said to himself.Grey stared at him in disgust, his men brought a seat for him and he placed his waist. He understands that Joseph is still in shock to see him, so he chuckles uncontrollably.“What is funny? Why are you doing this and where am I.” Joseph blurted out in curiosity.“I know I have made you think, you are finding it difficult t
That morning Ryan was seated in his office, he was engrossed with work, when the door swung open, the secretary didn’t bother to inform her boss because it was his grandfather.Ryan hoisted his head and his gaze fell on his grandfather and Grey. He was surprised to see them at his office that morning, knowing they were supposed to be at the mansion since the city was not safe for them due to the fact that Joseph hadn’t been arrested.He moved his work aside and stood up from his seat and welcomed them with a hug and a soft smile across their lips. Ryan motioned them to sit, while he took his place at his usual desk. He paused for a moment while collecting his thoughts before he mouthed.“Grandfather, Grey. It’s good to see you. Welcome, What are you doing here.” He asked.Ryan knew that his grandfather would not just come to the office without a reason, he kept calm while staring at them.“I was tired of sitting at home, so I came to see how the company was going.” Mr. Caleb uttered.
“Sir…sir,” he said with urgency.Ryan pulled the phone out of his ear a bit, he could perceive something was wrong with his voice. “What is going on?” he questioned.Mr. Caleb stared at Ryan with his face etched with curiosity, while Ryan furrowed his brow curiously, as he awaited to know the reason why The security had called him.“Mr. Ryan, there is a fire at the warehouse, it is spreading fast, we have called the fire department, but we need you here immediately.” He said.Ryan’s face turned pale as the words sank into him, “What? How did it start? Is everyone safe?” He questioned with his voice alarming.His grandfather moved closer so he could know why Ryan’s voice was alarming.“We are not sure yet, we are trying to account for everyone. You need to get here now.” He said with his voice filled with tension and fear.Mr. Caleb exchanged glances with Grey, he was eager to know why the sudden change of expression. “A fire at the warehouse, how come? What happened?” he questioned
Ryan couldn’t shake the unease feeling that was building inside of him, as long as Joseph was still out there, his family life was at risk and he knew he needed to do something to get his job arrested or something bad might happen.“I want you to do anything In your power to get Joseph, I want him arrested and sent to jail at all costs,” Ryan said with his jaw clenched.“Yes, Mr. Baker. My men and I will make sure we catch him.” The chief police officer said.Ryan exhaled sharply, Just when he was about to go the chief mouthed. “Mr. Ryan, Joseph’s accomplice Reuben has been sent to jail with his friends who were part of the murder of the lawyer.” He voices out.Ryan furrowed his face, he was not bothered about the Forster family. But, he is happy Reuben learnt his lesson. ‘That serves him right, I want him to remain there forever.” Grey said with his voice barely above a whisper.Ryan shook his head and walked away, his eyes etched with worries and concern for the workers and his fa
Ryan was seated at the corner of the restaurant sipping slowly from the wine glass and had his eyes fixed on his iPad as he strolled slowly.He needed to take his mind off some stress after a series of back-and-forths. He chooses a perfect spot to relax his mind.The restaurant door swung open and Ryan glanced up, his eyes widened in surprise, and he blinked twice to be sure he wasn’t making a mistake. Entering the restaurant was his old friend Freddie, arm in arm with a lady. Ryan hadn’t seen Freddie in years, Freddie was the friend who helped him secure a job at Express Cargo a long time ago, but he left a few weeks after Ryan got employed. The sight of Freddie brought a genuine smile to his face.Freddie and the lady were walking slowly when Ryan called his name.“Freddie Armstrong! Is that you?” Ryan said softly.Freddie furrowed his brow, he looked straight to where he heard his name. He spotted Ryan and broke into a broad grin.“Ryan Baker! What a coincidence, it’s been ages.”
Jeffrey chuckled uncontrollably, “The almighty Ryan Baker. You think I don’t know you, You think you can go around and spoil any plan you want. I have already paid for the spot and I wouldn’t want a refund. All I want is to spend time with my baby and none of you here would do anything about it.” Jeffrey Nil said, kissing the lady on her lips and his right hand behind her waist. Ryan remembered his face clearly, his wife is a business partner with Ryan’s real estate company. “How shameless are you? You left your wife at home and came here with a little girl that’s supposed to be your daughter’s age mate. You are nothing but a shame and disgrace to your family.” Ryan blurted out, his statements made the customers giggle slightly. This made Jeffrey angry, the lady with him glared at Ryan disdainfully. “What are you talking about and how is that your business?” Jeffrey said countering Ryan. Jeffrey paused and continued. “You had better stay off my lane and allow me to enjoy my date,