Ken whistled in excitement while he changed into his casual clothing from his factory’s protective coverall, ready to hit the road. He had been miles away from home, in the glass factory for over a month where we worked tirelessly, days and nights just to sum up the money for his mother's heart surgery.“Hey! Ken. The boss is on seat.” His colleague's voice rang off from outside the changing room and his heart fluttered with joy.“Thanks, buddy! I honestly can’t wait to see my beautiful wife and son. Let me get my pay and get the hell out of this zone!” Ken responded as he buckled his pants. with a cheerful grin. He was being very chatty today and everyone could guess why.“Quit fantasizing Ken! Hurry now before he leaves,” his colleague called again, a hint of annoyance in his tone, but Ken didn't mind it.He quickly packed up his hand luggage and headed straight to his boss's office. He let out a sigh of relief, knowing he would be paid a reasonable amount of money that would cover
“Hello…” Ken stated, his heart beating faster than usual as he closed his eyes tightly, hoping not to hear bad news.“My goodness, Ken! I have been trying to reach you all day! Your mom is critical and has slipped into a coma. She needs to undergo an emergency surgery in two days, or else we might just lose her.” A sobbing feminine voice laced with fear and urgency stated from the other end of the line.Ken sighed and sleeked his hair backwards, his anger palpable.“No way! My mom can't die!” He responded, unable to hold back his emotions anymore as his eyes glistened with tears, he blinked, letting it flow with the rain dripping on his face.Atleast no one was there to see the very fierce and strong hearted Ken shed a tear. He was emotionally bruised!He immediately hung up and held tightly to the cell phone, while the rain mercilessly dropped on him, soaking him from head to toe.His mom was the only family member he had grown to know, She had always been there for him despite being
Ken’s eyes suddenly became red from the weight of the humiliating slap, the sharp pain that struck his heart was more from Ashley's betrayal than the humiliation he faced. He was charged and triggered with rage, he tried attacking Steve right back with a molded fist, but Steve's security wasted no time in blocking him from attacking his ruthless boss.Darn!!!! Ken's fist clenched in burning rage, protruding his firm knuckles. His eyes spitting fire as he glared at Steve with pumped chest.He knew fully well he might end up in jail if he had revenge because he didn’t have any supporters in the Simpsons family. Instead, he gulped loudly as he painfully returned his gaze to Ashley’s emotionless face.She didn't even flinch! Rather she was checking out and caressing Steve's hands, the same one that landed on her husbands cheeks some minutes ago. How cruel!“Honey! What has gotten over you? Are you in the right frame of mind? Let’s go inside and talk things out like we usually do. I’m yo
He absentmindedly walked the streets of CidaVille like a zombie in an apocalypse without looking, the thought of his past ordeal in less than twenty-four hours made him suicidal.How can a man lose his job, money, wife, son, and respect in one day? It was draining and too much for him to handle. Now he was heading to the hospital, only God would decide the fate of his ailing mother.While crossing the road in his lost thought, he heard a loud screech of tires with nonstop honks, alerting other road users. However, he stood still in the middle of the road with a dilated pupil as his life flashed before his eyes. He had just escaped being bashed by a big sophisticated monster truck.Three able-bodied men dressed in black suits came out of the car, two looked like they were in their thirties while the boss looked like he was approaching sixty. They cracked their knuckle and wiggled their neck as they walked closer to him with a flexed muscle.“I’m so sorry, it was an honest mistake…..”
“Any problem, my Lord? Why are you staring like you just saw a ghost?” The butler asked jokingly following Ken’s sudden exclamation.“I just received a text message from my mother’s caregiver, stating they had just taken my mom into the theatre for surgery.” His eyes glistened with joy, as he folded his hands to thank them sincerely from his heart.The greatest burden of his life has been lifted off his shoulders. The guilt that was pricking his heart had suddenly gone away, now he could breathe freely without having anxiety attacks at intervals.“Don’t thank us, Emperor Greg. Please do not fold your hands before us just because of thirty thousand dollars, that’s an insult to your person, my Lord. I guess you don’t know who you are just yet.” The butler stated respectfully with a soft smile, still maintaining coordination and professionalism. “Who the hell am I?” Ken’s eyes widened, he suddenly became interested as he paid keen attention to the butler. His heart was already filled wi
It was around 8 am the next day and the morning was a bit gloomy. Ken just got out of the shower, his mind still racing from the revelation that had occurred the previous day. He glanced through the mirror and he saw the reflection of a better Ken, indeed it was a miracle.RING!!!His thought was distracted by his vibrational ringing tone, and he quickly cleaned up his hands and face with his towel before rushing to take the call."This ringtone, so dreadful! I must change this phone." He mumbled while glancing at the caller ID.“Good morning, Emperor Greg.” The butler greeted from the other end, his voice firm but respectful.“Good morning Joe, when are we leaving for the assignment today?” Ken replied, optimism laced in his tone.“We are outside the hotel, Emperor. Patiently waiting for your presence before we embark on the productive assignment, boss.”The assurance in the butler's voice made Ken even more confident and keen about going to fetch his son. He was positive it would in
Ken held onto Ben tightly in the car, sniffing and pressing kisses on him as they zoomed off the Simpsons premises. Leaving everyone in complete shock and astonishment. He finally had a sense of pride as he looked through his son's eyes while he was seated on his lap.“Who are all these serious-looking people, Dad? Whose car is this?” Ben asked curiously while playing with his Father's beard.“Don’t worry son, you won’t understand. But firstly let’s get you some new clothes and some fancy kicks.” Ken stylishly flagged off the questions with a shopping treat.Hearing they were going on a shopping spree, made Ben's face light up with joy and expectations. Ken’s eyes glistened with happiness, he couldn’t stop staring at his little boy. The joy of finally giving him luxury was top-notch and unmatched, he could count the amount of expensive items he had gifted Ben since he was born, so it was finally time to spend on his bloodline.“Let's branch the luxury store for some items for Ben.” H