Aiden woke up with a jerk from his slumber. His mind had been actively chasing a possibility of suspects, but now that he was awake, the thoughts and theories became hazy. He checked his alarm clock on his bedside stool and saw that he had slept straight for 7 hours. It was already past midnight.Aiden's stomach growled in protest, and he remembered he had lived off coffee and biscuits for the past 5 days, all in a bid to stay awake and solve the problem. He had been benevolent also to let those who pulled all nighters with him take some days off work to get themselves back in top shape. They had mechanised processes that could be handled without them being present.Aiden, his stomach raising a storm, walked to the kitchen, his tired feet dragging slightly. As he flicked on the dim kitchen light, he leaned against the counter, feeling the weight of exhaustion settle into his bones. The room was filled with a mix of aromas, some stale coffee still lingering in the air.With a sigh, he
The Revenmar mansion was bustling with servants scurrying about in preparation for the banquet the Chairman had planned for his family.This was following a week after he had fully recovered from his sudden illness. Alterations had been made to the mansion to accommodate certain features for the party.The chandelier in the living room was polished, and the light bulbs changed. Even the curtains were changed, and the house scented. The pool was cleaned, and the doors thrown open to saturate the house with fresh air. The main party was to take place in the garden where tables and elegant chairs had already been laid out and clothed and cutlery laid.A company had been contracted to provide foods while the drinks would come from the Chairman's own winery. The Chairman kept the intentions of the party secret from both of his children, only instructing them to get prepared for it.With the downstairs busy, the upper floors were the opposite. Silence hung like a thick mist over the floors.
The party was already underway as Aiden and Trisha walked down the stairs."I think father is already in the garden; let us go and meet him," Trisha said, tugging at Aiden's arm. Aiden allowed himself to be stirred towards the garden.The first thing Aiden noticed the moment they stepped into the garden was its opulence. The evening sun cast a warm golden glow on the sprawling green lawns and vibrant flowerbeds. The air was filled with an air of anticipation as guests mingled under the elegant festoon lights that adorned the trees. The occasion was a grand party hosted by Harris Revenmar, a prominent figure in both the business and social spheres. The Revenmar mansion was a testament to luxury, and tonight, it played host to an eclectic mix of family members, company workers, and esteemed dignitaries.Harris Revenmar, the patriarch of the family, stood at the centre of attention, engaged in lively conversations with various guests. He greeted old friends and welcomed new acquaintances
Amid the laughter and chatter, Harris Revenmar's voice resonated through the garden as he called for attention."Can I have everyone's attention, please?" He said, gently hitting a fork against his wine glass.The crowd gradually fell silent, turning their attention towards him.With a warm smile, the Chairman started,"I would like to thank and appreciate everyone for gracing this occasion even though no one knows why it was called."At this statement, everyone laughed."Not even my two beautiful children know why I threw this party. All I told them was to get dressed; we would be hosting people in our home. " he tilted his cup towards Aiden and Trisha, who were still standing with their cousins. Aidrn returned the gesture with a bow of his head and Trisha with a smile."I want to especially thank everyone for your support over the last couple of weeks. I am sure everyone here knew we experienced a cyber breach, which caused quite a number of our clients, some of which are here today
By nightfall, a majority of the attendees had left, ensuring to show their gratitude to their hosts as they went.Trisha and Aiden stood by the door, shaking hands or blowing air kisses as people left. The Chairman was by the side, speaking to some of the board of directors present.Trisha watched Aiden with concern in her eyes, mouthing her words. she asked if he was fine, to which he nodded in the affirmative. He still looked clean, untouched, his outfit without creases. Their aunt, Getrude, waltzed towards the door, her girls in tow."It was a pleasant evening! Although I must say my brother didn't train that boy right. Should have put him to the whip to beat out that nonsense entitlement from him instead, what does he do? Encourage the brat."Her girls looked uncomfortable behind her as she droned on. Aiden tuned out her voice, only nodding when it seemed like she needed him to.Thankfully, Faith pulls her mom forward. "Let's go, ma. There is a line behind you." Aidrn sent her a g
Aiden's eyelids fluttered, and the world gradually swam into focus. The sterile scent of the hospital room filled his nose, and the soft beep of machines provided a rhythmic background to his returning consciousness. The events leading up to his current state seemed distant and fragmented, like pieces of a jigsaw puzzle he was struggling to put together.As his vision cleared, he found his grandfather sitting by his bedside. A smile stretched Aiden's face. Movements caused his grandfather to look up from his book, his eyes filled with relief as he saw Aiden waking up. With a steady hand, he reached out and pressed the call bell above Aiden's bed."I'm so glad you are awake. Oh, I have been worried sick about you! The doctors said your chances of survival were slim, but I was certain that the boy I and your ma raised was stronger than that."Within moments, the door swung open, revealing a trio of medical personnel entering the room. They wore matching white coats, their expressions, a
The air was heavy with unspoken words as Aiden sat across from his grandfather, a palpable tension hanging between them. The room felt smaller, suffocating, as he gathered his courage to voice the question that had lingered in his heart for years.This was a few days after his eventual discharge from the hospital. Liam's trial had been swift because they had his confession. Every member of the Chrysanthemums Operation had been apprehended, facing different term sentences in prison. Gossamer shut down as news traveled far, causing its investors to pull out swiftly.Liam had been put on death parole, Aiden ensuring that his death happened sooner than later. The closure of Gossamer shot Revenmar to the top of the list of technology titans worldwide. It filled Aiden with pride as he was a core factor in making all these happen. After a few days of recuperating, Aiden resumed as the Chairman of the Revenmar Group of Companies unrivaled.Harris Revenmar had processed the release of Adam fro
Early the next morning, even before the birds started chirping, Aiden was up and ready for his travel. He waited in the dark for the telltale sound of his chopper. At exactly 7 am, he heard the sound of the blades beating against the wind. Aiden had packed an overnight bag because he planned to stay till the next day. He vowed to uncover everything and every mystery that shrouded his early years and his father's past.Aiden made his way to the top of his building, using the stairs discreetly placed in his walk-in closet. He shouldered the door leading to the roof opened and stepped iut. His bag slung over his shoulder.Eduard stood there with three of his men. The moment he sighted his boss, he made to collect Aiden's bag which he refused with a shake of his head.A pilot sat in the cockpit. "How long is this flight going to be?" Aiden asked Eduard. He had chosen to travel early to avoid any delays on the way."It will take 6 hours sir. We will also have to touch base every two hours