84Wallas sat in his lavish office, a malicious grin stretching across his face. With a gleam of mischief in his eyes, he dialed the number of Mark, the CEO of Enlighten Energy Inc., the company's fiercest competitor.On the other end, Mark, who was engrossed in paperwork, answered the phone, unaware of the calamity that was about to befall him. "Hello?" he said, the fatigue in his voice evident.Wallas relished in his despicable plan and allowed a moment of silence to heighten the anticipation. Then, with a hint of amusement, he said, "Mark, my dear friend, long time no speak."Mark's confusion mixed with a tinge of caution. "Wallas? What's this about? I'm quite busy at the moment."Wallas let out a faint chuckle, knowing full well that he held all the cards. "Busy or not, Mark, I think you'll want to hear what I have to say. You see, I've stumbled upon some rather interesting information about your company."Mark's heart skipped a beat. Panic surged through his veins as he tried to
85Michael, determined to take matters into his own hands, turned to Elysia and Robert. "I'll make sure Wallas knows what awaits him. I'll convince him to surrender without making any noise." As the lawyer and the two police officers arrived, Michael ushered them towards Wallas' office. They followed him eagerly, ready to bring an end to Wallas' deceit. Michael stood outside Wallas' office door and knocked twice. From the other side, Wallas called out with his gruff voice,"Come in!" Michael motioned for the two agents to wait outside, and they nodded in acknowledgement. He then entered Wallas's office with lawyer Paul Griffin by his side. As soon as Wallas caught sight of Michael, his face contorted with shock, disgust, and anger."What on earth are you doing here?" Wallas exclaimed, his voice laced with disdain.Michael confidently walked up to him, a small smile playing on his lips. "I believe you'll find out soon enough," he said cryptically.Wallas's anger boiled over at Michae
Wallas's eyes narrowed, his voice laced with a mixture of anger and disbelief. "You think you can threaten me? You're nothing but a pretender!"Michael's gaze remained steady, his voice filled with unwavering confidence. "Watch your words, Wallas. It seems you've forgotten the saying, 'Pride comes before a fall.' Your downfall is inevitable, and I'll make sure justice is served."Wallas clenched his fists, his face contorted with rage. "I won't let you destroy everything I've worked for. You'll regret crossing me, Michael!"Michael leaned back in his chair, a subtle smirk playing on his lips. "We shall see, Wallas. The truth has a funny way of revealing itself. And when it does, like now your arrogance is your undoing."Seeing that Michael was completely serious, Wallas thought of a way to coax Michael and fool him to get out of this shitty situation. An idea crossed his mind, and he started to plead with Michael," Please Michael, i have a family whom I must take care of." He said pre
The following morning, the controversy surrounding Wallas' escape and the truth behind the company's leadership still loomed heavily. Michael, his assistant Robert, and the lawyer Paul Griffin gathered in the office, their faces reflecting the tension that had gripped the company."Paul, this escape puts us all at risk," Michael said, his voice filled with concern. "What will happen now at the company? And if Wallas manages to leave the country, who knows what damage he might do?"Paul Griffin, the seasoned lawyer, leaned forward, his voice steady. "Michael, rest assured that Wallas won't escape unscathed. It's clear that Wallas can no longer point his nose outside, he is probably hidden somewhere and he will try to leave the country," he explained. " And if he tries, that's where he'll be arrested. The police are on the lookout for him, and it's only a matter of time before they catch him."Relieved, Michael sighed and glanced at Robert. "What about his accomplices? Will the police c
The next morning when Michael arrived at the office, chaos reigned. He headed towards the CEO's office and was taken aback by the crowd gathered in front of the door. Many of them were former workers from the sales department who had been fired. Among them stood Tiffany, always dressed in her usual provocative attire with her signature mini clothes. Chewing her gum vigorously, she approached Michael with a smirk, intending to playfully adjust his collar."Hello guy!" She greeted him playfully like they were old friends.Michael swiftly brushed her hands away, treating her gesture as vulgar. Tiffany's expression transformed from mischievousness to horror. Confused, Michael asked them,"What are you all doing in front of the CEO's office?" Just then, Robert and Elysia arrived, both equally shocked by the sea of people congregated outside."What in the world is going on here?" Robert demanded, his brows furrowed with concern."I have no idea," Michael replied, his voice laced with bewil
89Michael, determined to maintain a composed demeanor in the face of conflicting emotions, shifted to the side of his desk where he wouldn't be immediately recognizable. Memories and mixed feelings flooded his mind, but he pushed them aside momentarily, focusing on the matter at hand.Glancing at Donovan's resume, Michael realized his old acquaintance was applying for a management position. Curiosity sparked within him, and he decided to challenge Donovan's suitability for the role."Donovan, considering the requirements of this management position, do you genuinely believe you possess the necessary skills and experience?" Michael's voice was steady, his eyes fixed on Donovan.Taken aback by Michael's sudden line of questioning, Donovan decided to test the waters, his voice laced with skepticism. "Hold on a second, Michael. Are you really the Michael I know? Or could you possibly be some sort of impostor?"Surprised by Donovan's lack of recognition, Michael felt a pang of disappointm
90"Hello Mike!" Emily greeted her brother with a kiss as he walked through the door. He had just returned from a long day at work."Mikey, I really need to redo my wardrobe. It's been ages since I've updated it!" Emily pouted, playing up her little sister act.Michael chuckled, ruffling her hair. "Alright, Em, I'll take a day off in two days and we can go shopping. How does that sound?"Emily grinned, hugging him. "Perfect! I love you, Mikey!"The next day at work, Michael was busy with recruitment. He discussed the process with Robert and his assistant, Elysia, explaining that he needed a day off. "I'm pretty beat," he confessed, rubbing the back of his neck. "I'll be taking tomorrow off to recharge."In the afternoon, while Michael was engrossed in paperwork, his phone rang. Surprised to see Olivia's name flashing on the screen, he quickly picked up."Michael, is that you?" Olivia's sweet voice rang through the receiver. "I've missed you! It's been too long since we last caught up.
91Emily's fingers slipped from Michael's, her eyes sparkling with mischief. "I'm moving forward, meet me there, I'm continuing my search for the perfect clothes, haha!" she chirped, her voice echoing in the quiet office. With a heart filled with an indescribable mix of emotions, Michael exited the office. The cold, sterile environment was suddenly replaced by the vibrant colors and bustling noise of a high-end fashion store. Soon, he found Emily, arms full of garments, eyes gleaming with anticipation."Michael!" she exclaimed, dropping the clothes and dragging him towards a shelf adorned with a variety of exquisite purses and handbags. "Look at this!" she said, pointing at a particular purse that seemed to stand out from the rest.The purse was a Regalia from LuxeVogue. It was a splash of vibrant colors against the stark white shelf. The purse was crafted with precision, the leather smooth and unblemished. Gold accents adorned the bag, glinting under the store lights. It was a sophi