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
“Please, young lady, where can I find my son,” he asked, a glimmer of hope ignited in him after watching the video of his son.Elena sighed, she shoved her hand into her bag, retrieved a slip of paper from her bag pocket and handed it to Mr. Benjamin. His hands were trembling as he collected it and unfolded it, revealing his son’s handwriting. “This is Jason’s writing.” He said.Elena nodded her head in agreement, “Yes sir, that’s the address, sir. He wants you to meet him, he will be waiting for you there tonight.” She responded.Mr. Benjamin inhales and exhales deeply, his heart swelling with gratitude towards Elena. His expression was entwined with happiness and hope knowing his son was alive.“Thank you, dear, you have given me hope and I am eternally grateful for what you have done,” he said, with his voice filled with gratitude.Elena smiled and mouthed. “It’s a pleasure, sir, I am glad I could be of help.”Mr. Benjamin shook his head. “So can we go now?” He vehemently asked.
“Elena, please help me get them something to drink.” Jason politely requested.Elena moved out of the room to get them something to wet their throat while they listened to what Jason had to spill out. Mr. Benjamin and Robert sit on the bed by the side of the room whilst Jason sits on a wooden chair opposite his father and butler.Elena came back after a few minutes with a tray of wine glasses and Vodka. She helped Pour the drink into each glass for the men before she moved to a seat by the Corner of the room.The room was engrossed with happiness, Mr. Benjamin Lewis sipped slowly from the content as he awaited to listen to what his son had to say.“Young Master, what happened and how did you survive? We have searched the river for you.” Robert asked.Jason drew a deep breath and mouthed. “We were returning from the plantation when we stopped due to some hold-up at the bridge until our car was hit from behind and the car fell into the river. I couldn’t tell how it happened but I felt i
Mr. Benjamin nodded in agreement to what his son had uttered, his mind racing with the plan and strategies to keep up the charade of Jason's disappearance.“I understand son, I will do whatever it takes to uncover the truth and bring those responsible to justice.” His father said his voice filled with determination.“I will not let them go free, they must pay for what they have done to my son,” he added.Jason shook his head in understanding while maintaining his gaze on his father, Mr. Benjamin.“Son, I can't tell you how relieved and happy I am knowing that you are alive. I thought I had lost you and I would never see you again.” tears welled up in his eyes as he pulled closer to his son, Jason. His heart was overwhelmed with love and gratitude.“I am here, Dad. I am not going anywhere, we will get through this together. All I seek is just a few days or weeks to train myself to be fit for whatever might come my way in future. We don't know what the enemies are planning against us.”