Exhausted from the night’s events, Jason plopped down on the couch as soon as he got to his apartment. He couldn't stop thinking about what Dario had told him about his memories being blocked because of trauma.What could've been so traumatic that almost all my childhood memories were blocked? The question was on repeat in Jason’s mind. Try as he might, he couldn't find an answer.It wasn't until he heard his ringtone that he was drawn out of his thoughts and brought back to reality. He checked the caller ID and saw that it was Diana who was calling him. He deliberated for a few seconds but eventually answered.“Hello?” Jason said as he sat up.“Hi Jason, I'm not going to take too much of your time. You forgot one of your boxes at my place. Please come over tomorrow and pick it up,” Diana said curtly.Jason furrowed his brow in confusion. He thought that he had taken all the boxes with him. "Sure, I'll be there tomorrow morning,” Jason said before he hung up.“Tomorrow is going to be
As Jason reaches the tall gates of the Sinclair mansion, he can't shake the feeling of bitter nostalgia that looms over him.He greeted the security men, who let him through the gates. As he headed to the front door, he looked around and realized that all the cars were parked outside, which meant everyone was home.“Great, that's exactly what I want,” he said to himself, his tone dripping with sarcasm.Jason knocked on the door three times before he was finally let in by one of the housekeepers. All of the Sinclairs were sitting in the living room, except for Diana and Stefan. They were all cheery, and their laughter filled the air.However, once they noticed Jason standing by the door, it was as if the joy was sucked out of the room. Jason internally prepared himself for the unpleasant interactions that he was about to have.Andrew was the first one to say, “I thought that we'd gotten rid of this trash already.” “Don't tell me he and Diana got back together,“ Annette said in horror.
Andrew’s eyes shifted around the room; he tried to focus on anything but the smug look on Jason’s face. He glared at his wife, who was avoiding his gaze completely. Everyone watched him in silence; they were still in shock because of the phone call Jason had just made. Thousands of questions filled their heads about exactly who Jason was for the legendary Estelle to make the year’s jewel for him. They didn't want to believe it was true, but with the evidence Jason presented, they couldn't deny it.Even though the mere notion of kneeling to Jason, especially in front of his wife and son, made Andrew’s stomach churn, he knew that it would be even more embarrassing for him if he didn't keep his word. With burning cheeks and trembling limbs, Andrew sank to his knees, his head bowed low. He heard a small gasp coming from someone behind him as he knelt.A few moments passed before he finally mustered the resolve to open his mouth and speak, “I'm sorry, I accused you of lying, Jason.” The
Later in the day, Jason went to the Elysian Syndicate to discuss with Amelia as he planned. When he reached the top floor, he saw her secretary. He was a young man who looked shy and nervous. Jason could tell from the way he rubbed his neck incessantly.“Excuse me, is Amelia in?”He lifted his head up, which was previously buried in his office. “Good afternoon, sir. Um, yes, Amelia is in her office,” he said. Jason was now able to read his name on his employee tag. Samuel Greene"Okay, good. I'm supposed to have a meeting with her today.”“Let me just confirm that,” he said as he pressed some keys on his laptop. “You're Jason Grey?” Samuel said, looking him up and down with his brows furrowed."Yes, I am.”"Okay, you can go in.” Samuel gestured to the door.Jason walked to the door, then opened it slightly. Once he did, he heard the sound of Amelia speaking to a woman; her voice was raised slightly, and it seemed like they were having an argument. “I can handle it myself,” Amelia sai
Amelia’s cheeks flushed with embarrassment as she watched Jason’s reaction. His face twisted in confusion, and Amelia internally cursed herself, wishing she could erase the awkwardness that now enveloped the room. But she knew that she had a goal to achieve, so she swiftly wiped away the look of regret that she had on her face. “Don’t take it the wrong way; you know what I mean. We will just talk over lunch,” she said.Jason thought it over for a moment and nodded. "Sure, why not? Let’s go”Amelia was slightly surprised by his response, but she smiled and played it off like she knew he would agree. “Perfect. I'll be out in a minute. Can you wait for me outside?”Jason nodded. He stood up from the chair and walked out of Amelia’s office. After a few minutes of standing outside, Jason saw Amelia come out of her office.“Shall we?” Amelia asked."Yeah,” Jason said in a monotonous tone.They exited the building and got into Amelia’s car. The drive to the restaurant was quiet, but it wasn
It all seemed very strange to Jason, so as they entered Le Revs, he called out to her to ask her what was going on, "Amelia.”But there was no answer. Jason looked to his side, but she wasn't there anymore. He looked around and saw that she was already speaking to the hostess.Jason came closer and heard her discussing with the hostess their reservation. After a few seconds, she turned back and called out to Jason, “Follow me; our table is ready.”Jason hesitantly followed Amelia, and the hostess's ego was escorting them to their table. He was a few steps behind them, but he could hear all that they were saying."Ma'am, is the gentleman who is walking behind us with you?” the hostess asked with disbelief, clear in her tone. She looked over her shoulder and scowled when she saw the faded T-shirt and jeans, which had little patches, that Jason was wearing."Yes, he is,” Amelia said. “Is there a problem?” she added, noticing the deep scowl that creased her face.“No, there's no problem;
"Renee,” Jason said as he turned around and spotted her bright smile.Much to Amelia’s displeasure, Jason got up to greet Renee. “How are you?”“I'm great, and you?” she beamed.“I'm doing all right,” Jason said with a small smile.Amelia got up as well and stood uncomfortably close to Jason, causing him to move away slightly. “Renee, darling, it's been so long. How are you?" Amelia said“Amelia! I haven't seen you in years! I'm good, you?” Renee beamed“I'm doing great. I see that blond dye is still working its magic on your hair." Amelia said with a slight smirk playing on her lips.But rather than get offended, Renee just laughed it off, the warm sound filling the room. "Well, of course, it is; I paid good money for it after all.”Amelia let out an awkward, dry chuckle at Renee’s reply. "Well, I would love to stay and chat, but Jason and I...”“Renee” A voice called out, interrupting Amelia mid-sentence. It was Bruno, Renee’s husband. He stood next to her and furrowed his brows i
"Jason, what're you talking about?" Renee questioned As soon as the words left her lips, Michael came with Jason and Amelia’s food and drinks.“Renee, Bruno, it was nice running into you two, but Jason and I have things to attend to, and our food has arrived.”“Of course, it was nice seeing you guys as well,” Renee said, her tone slightly deflated.Bruno had his icy gaze fixed on Jason, and Renee had to physically pull his arm to get him to come with her.Jason and Amelia were now seated at their table again, with a bowl of mouth-watering mushroom risotto in front of each of them, but despite the enticing aroma of the dish, running into Bruno made Jason lose his appetite.“Aren't you going to eat?” Amelia asked with a spoonful of Risotto in her hand. “Yeah, but first, I'd like us to discuss the Elysian Syndicate,” Jason said.Amelia nodded. She accepted that no matter how hard she tried to make this more than a business meeting, Jason would make her efforts in vain. "Okay, of course