As Victor and Keegan continued their journey through the lavish corridors of the Grand Furman Hotel, they finally reached the bank of elevators. Keegan signaled for one of the elevators to open, and they stepped inside.As the elevator ascended, Victor couldn't help but feel a mixture of excitement and nervousness. The Grand Furman Hotel was like a world of its own, and he was about to step into a realm of even greater exclusivity.Upon reaching the twentieth floor, the elevator doors opened to reveal a beautifully carpeted corridor lined with elegant artwork and soft lighting. They walked towards the door at the end of the hallway, which was guarded by four imposing men. These guards were chatting amongst themselves but remained ever watchful, their discreet earpieces plugged in.As Keegan and Victor approached, the guards fell silent and straightened up. "Boss," one of them said with a respectful nod as Keegan passed through. Victor followed closely behind, noting the sense of r
Victor was about to begin but Mr. Jarrod, with a gentle smile, motioned for Victor to pause. "Before we continue, my boy," he said, "how about we indulge in a little something special?" Mr. Jarrod then beckoned one of the room service attendants with a discreet gesture.A few moments later, the attentive servant returned, bearing a bottle of exquisite red wine on a silver tray. The label on the bottle read "Château de Luxe Grand Cru 1995," a vintage known for its rich and complex flavors. It was a testament to the luxury that the Grand Furman Hotel had to offer.Mr. Jarrod nodded in approval as the attendant expertly uncorked the bottle and poured the deep red liquid into two crystal wine glasses. The aroma of the wine filled the air, enhancing the opulence of the moment.Father and son each took a glass, their fingers gently touching the fine crystal. They raised their glasses in a silent toast and then took a sip, savoring the complex and velvety notes of the wine.As Victor took th
As Victor expressed his curiosity about meeting family members, Mr. Jarrod nodded thoughtfully. He smiled warmly at his son and said, "You're absolutely right, Victor. I was planning to introduce you to a few of your family members this evening. It's about time they got to know the remarkable young man you've become after twenty two years of your absence."With that, Mr. Jarrod gently placed Victor's gold-plated iPhone on the table, signifying a pause in their private moment. He then discreetly gestured to the four imposing bodyguards who had escorted Victor into the room earlier. They had remained unobtrusively in the background, ready to assist at a moment's notice.Mr. Jarrod leaned in and gave them instructions in a low tone. "Gentlemen, please fetch the family members we discussed earlier. It's time for Victor to meet them."The four bodyguards, well-trained and efficient, nodded in unison and quietly exited the room, leaving father and son alone once more. Victor watched thei
As Victor and Michael shared their heartfelt embrace, Laurencia, still holding her newly discovered brother, couldn't contain her happiness. With tears of joy in her eyes, she gently crossed her arms around Victor and whispered, "Come here, boy." She held him ever so tightly, her heart overwhelmed by the realization that her once baby brother had returned after so many years, after recalling the painful events that had led to his disappearance.Laurencia's love and warmth enveloped Victor, and he felt an instant connection with this sister he had never known he had. Their bond, forged in an instant, was powerful and unbreakable.Mr. Jarrod, watching this scene unfold, was overjoyed. His favorite daughter was expressing genuine love for his heir, even though both Victor and Laurencia were from different mothers. It was a moment of profound happiness for him, seeing his family come together in such a heartwarming manner.However, amidst the exchange of love and the tears of joy among V
Outside the closed door, Laurencia couldn't help but overhear the joyful laughter and animated conversations between her father, Mr. Jarrod, and her long-lost brother, Victor. Her heart swelled with happiness for her father, for she hadn't seen him this content in years. The turmoil, emotional trauma, and depression he had endured after Victor's kidnapping had left deep scars, and now, seeing him in such high spirits, filled Laurencia with immense relief.As she stood there, a silent witness to their reunion, Laurencia recalled the nights when her father would sit alone in his study, consumed by thoughts of the son he had lost. The tears he had shed in secret, the sleepless nights, and the relentless search for Victor had taken a toll on him. But now, as laughter echoed from within the room, Laurencia knew that a missing piece of her father's heart had finally returned.Meanwhile, Michael, who had always known Victor as the humble and unassuming student at the prestigious Marquez P
Victor's mind was flooded with questions: Could he handle the responsibility of being the CEO of De Jarrod Cereals? Did he possess the knowledge and experience necessary for such a role? What if he made a wrong decision and jeopardized the success of the business?He looked at his father, a mix of uncertainty and anxiety in his eyes. "Father," he began tentatively, "I can't deny that I'm fearful of this new challenge. The idea of being the CEO of De Jarrod Cereals is both overwhelming and intimidating."Mr. Jarrod leaned forward, his expression empathetic. "Victor, it's natural to feel apprehensive when faced with something new and significant. Remember, I have faith in you, and I wouldn't have made this decision if I didn't believe in your abilities."Victor nodded, acknowledging his father's trust, but the weight of the responsibility continued to bear down on him. "I don't want to let you down, Father, or the employees who have dedicated their careers to this business. It's just...I
Mr. Jarrod led Victor back to where Laurentia, Michael, Keegan, and the four bodyguards were seated. As they approached, Laurentia, Michael, and Keegan stood up, their expressions filled with curiosity and anticipation upon seeing Mr. Jarrod holding his son.Laurentia spoke first, her voice tinged with excitement. "Mr. Jarrod, it's wonderful to see you with Victor alone. However I hope everything is all right?"Mr. Jarrod smiled warmly at his loyal team. "Everything is perfectly fine, Laurentia, Michael, Keegan. I'm glad you're all here. I wanted to remind you about the upcoming economic summit with the president, ex-president, and other prominent business figures and economic intellectuals in the country."Laurentia, Michael, and Keegan nodded in unison, fully aware of the significance of the event and the preparations that had been made.With a dramatic pause, Mr. Jarrod continued, "But before we get to that, I have an important announcement to make."A hush fell over the room as al
News of Victor or better still Alexander Steel's appointment as CEO of De Jarrod's cereals spread like wildfire across the Sergia state. The news was met with mixed reactions. Surprise, shock, confusion and a deep sense of betrayal was sure felt by high-ranking and key staffs that worked at De Jarrod's cereals.The appointment of the mysterious Alexander Steel was proving to be a tough one to swallow, comprehend or even make any sense of.One question was rampant and trending in the Sergian state. "Who is Alexander Steel?"However rumours were spread by some of Mr Jarrod's agents that he was a secret and distant nephew of his.The article that was posted online concerning news of Alexander Steel's appointment was met with more dislikes than the surprise emojis and likes combined because majority of netizens that reacted to the article viewed the decision as unfair to those who had served the company for decades.Coupled with that, there were multiple captions and comments that demande