He was happy to see Lillian, the miller’s senior chef, while he was still living at the Miller’s mansion. Lillian was like his mother and saviour, most nights she would sneak and bring food for him when Mrs. Maria would deprive him of a meal.Jason disentangled from her after the warm hug, it was like a mother and son discussion. Graham noticed how his boss was smiling freely at the woman which sent a signal to him that they knew each other.“How are you doing, Mrs. Lilian.” Jason vehemently asked.“I am fine and you Jason.”“I am fine, Mrs. Lilian,” Jason replied.He wasn’t surprised to see Lilian at the plantation, the plantation once belonged to the family she worked for. His face was engrossed with a smile seeing Mrs. Lilian, the memories of how she used to treat him flashed on his face.“You never bother to check up on me,” she questioned, her eyes fixed on him. She had gotten to see him and now fathom everything she had heard about him from Danny and Jessica.“I am sorry, Lilian
Lilian sighed sharply, with her eyes fixed on him. “I will see what I can do.” She replied.Jason shook his head, handing her his number. “ This is my business card, you can call me anytime you wish.” He voiced out politely.She grabbed it, while she glanced at the card before she alighted from the car and walked away without looking back. Graham got into the car, he stared at his boss through the rearview mirror.“Let’s go home.” He said to his driver.Without hesitation, Graham revved the car engine and zoomed off. They took their normal route home, and through the bridge track, they met with unexpected traffic that made them standstill. Other motorists stopped after a truck was reported to have got spoilt ahead.Jason leaned his head as he waited for the traffic to lessen, he closed his eyes, his thoughts drifting to the comfort of his home. Suddenly a jolt rocked his vehicle from behind, startled Graham gripped the steering wheel tightly as he glanced through the rearview of the
Lilian's eyes widened in shock and disbelief seeing Mrs. Maria happy after hearing the news about Jason, ‘’ she has been pretending all this whole time.” She muttered inwardly, while she hid to avoid Mrs. Maria from knowing that she had been caught.She grabbed the bag and moved back slowly Without letting her know that someone was inside the house. Lilian had to trace her step back to the front door, When Mrs. Maria noticed the door was creaking open and she maintained her calm demeanour.Lilian greeted her and walked pass her, heading towards the kitchen to drop what she had bought before coming back to the living room to arrange it but she was shocked by what she saw on the large screen, “It's been long and we are still waiting for the rescue team, Jason Lewis has been reported to have fallen into the river with his car but only his driver has been saved while the rescue team are still looking for him.” the reporter said.The reporter continues to unleash more words with the micro
Jason’s eyes fluttered open as he slowly sat up with a sharp pain throbbing in his head, causing him to wince and clutch his temples.“What…. Where am I? What is happening.” He whispered to himself, while his eyes moved around the room leaving him speechless. He knew something was not right about the room.The room was small and filled with scents of leaves and an herbal mixture, his gaze fell on the leaves placed close to the bed and a small fire burning by the side of the house.He swung his legs over the edge of the wooden bed and planted his feet on the cold floor, his head swimming with dizziness with each step he took. He navigated his way towards the door and moved sluggishly while placing his hand on the wall for support.He was shirtless, but he managed to grab a big shirt he saw at the entrance of the door and wore it.He struggled to push the door open, and Jason stepped out into the crisp morning air. His senses were overwhelmed by the sights and sounds of his surroundings
Jason moved and placed his waist on the chair as he waited to hear what the old man had to spill out. “The boy is not dead, he is Sick and the needle is an acupuncture needle, a tool used in a traditional Chinese medicine practice known as acupuncture. It involves inserting needles into specific points on the body to stimulate energy flow and promote healing.Jason moved his head slowly as he listened to the old man with his gaze still fixated on the body, “ Why are you using it on the boy.” He promptly asked.Zachary inhales and exhales deeply. “The boy is experiencing symptoms of digestive discomfort, which can manifest as abnormal pain, nausea and poor appetite. With the needle inserted on specific points on his body, it will help to restore balance to his digestive system and alleviate his symptoms.”Jason observed how Zachary carefully manipulated the needle, his movements precise and deliberate. He was still confused and was moved to ask more questions.“ How does inserting a ne
Zachary Reed walked back towards the boy and he continued with what he was doing, Jason turned back to stare at the environment before moving to a seat close to Zachary.Jason was still surprised at how he was able to defeat four men even with his age, he stared at the man dumbfounded without knowing what else to say.“Can you help me with the box over there?” Zachary said calmly.“Okay,”Jason walked towards where he pointed, grabbed the box and handed it over to Zachary who continued with what he was doing. He moved towards Zachery Reed with a determined expression, the gentle rustle of leaves and the sweet scent of herbs filled the air in the hut.“Should I tell him to teach me, What should I do now?” Jason mumbles inwardly as he continues to contemplate if he should speak out.Zachary Reed noticed the expression on his face, since his encounter with the intruders, Jason hadn’t taken his eyes off the old man. Zachery could read through his facial expression as it felt like a big
He raised his head to face the man standing before him. He shook his head in disapproval. “I can’t go back, not yet. Not until I have learned what I seek from you. Please will you teach me, I really need to learn.” He said firmly.Elena’s eyes shone in confusion, she watched the exchange of silence between her father and Jason. Her gaze flickers between Jason and his father as she weighs the gravity of what Jason has spilled out.“Please, Zachary. Like you said things happen for a reason and I believe meeting you was for a good reason. I beg of you, teach me how to heal and how to have a skill in martial arts.” He uttered in a low tone, while still looking at Zachary Reed.Elena was now able to understand why Jason had refused to go and what he sought from her father, there was abrupt silence between them. Until Elena voices out.“Father, if you don’t teach him. I will teach him,” she said.Zachary Reed looked at his daughter Elena with a mixture of pride and concern, knowing that he
Mr. Benjamin Lewis was in his study room, his hand trembling as he ambled back and forth at a slow pace, with the weight of worry and concern pressing down on him like a heavy burden. Threatening to crush him beneath its weight.He had just finished speaking with the chief of police and the leader of the diving team about his son’s disappearance but the news was still blank.It’s been two days and no sign of his son Jason, Mr. Benjamin was engrossed in deep confusion and fear. He was wallowing battling with several thoughts. He has no idea when the butler walked inside the room.Robert stared at his master, he had been standing there for two minutes without his master noticing. He cleared his throat and voice. “Master Lewis, Master Lewis.” He said while taping his master.Mr. Benjamin was brought back to earth after a long time of being lost in deep thoughts. He sighed deeply while blowing air out of his mouth in relief.“Robert, you are here,” he said in a low tone while moving towar