"Hey, are you ready to go have dinner with my parents?" Junior asked Elise. They were standing outside her house, he had come to pick her up"Yeah, I guess so. But I can't help feeling a little skeptical about it. I mean, I'm not officially your girlfriend, and meeting your parents in this setting feels like a big step." She replied"I understand how you feel, and I want you to know that I invited you because I really care about you." Junior said"I appreciate that, but it still feels a bit overwhelming. What if they expect more from me? I don't want to disappoint them or create any awkward situations." Elise said"Trust me, my parents are really understanding and open-minded. They just want to see me happy. I don't think they have any expectations. You're an amazing person, and I know they see it too." Junior replied"I hope so. I don't want to create any tension between us or cause any misunderstandings. I want our relationship to progress naturally, and I don't want any pressure fr
It was the start of another Monday Micah had just finished doing what he does every other day of the week: washing Junior's car.At around the same time as always, Junior strolled into the garage."Good morning Micah" he said"Good morning, Sir" Micah replied, saying the word as if it was bitter in his mouthHe was about walking away when Junior called him back"Can I help you with something else?" He asked"Actually, yes""What's that?" He asked. Apart from washing his car, Junior had not asked him to do anything elseJunior didn't answer right away, he simply threw the car keys at himLooking up, Micah asked "What's this?""I'm pretty sure you know what that is" Junior replied and walked into the car"I do know what it is, but why're you giving it to me?" Micah asked"Because, you'll be driving me today. I gave Donald the day off" Junior answeredThe first thing Micah did when he heard that statement was to look at his attire. He had on a pair of casual pants and a t-shirt.His c
"Hello Jasmine"As Jasmine stood face to face with Micah, her eyes widened with surprise, and her gaze traveled across his appearance. Once a man of wealth and opulence, he now stood before her with signs of adversity etched on his countenance. A mix of emotions coursed through her, creating a whirlwind of thoughts and reactions.Initially, disbelief washed over her features, momentarily freezing her in place. The stark contrast between the memories of his affluence and the reality of his current state was jarring. She blinked, hoping that the scene before her was a mere illusion, an ephemeral trick played by her own mind.As the initial shock subsided, a wave of compassion and concern engulfed her heart. She gazed into his eyes, searching for the essence of the man she once knew. She recognized the weariness and struggle etched on his face, the marks of a life that had taken an unexpected turn. Her heart ached at the realization of the challenges he must have faced and the hardships
"Oh my goodness, I can't believe I finally have the opportunity to meet you like this, Junior, I'm sorry, Mr. Miller! Thank you so much for taking the time to see me." Jasmine said, bursting with excitement once they were seated in a quiet corner of the coffee shop"Well, I must admit, I wasn't quite sure about this meeting at first, but your persistence and enthusiasm won me over. So, what's all the excitement about? Tell me, how have you been and what have you been up to?" Junior asked, smiling politely"Junior, you won't believe it!" Jasmine said, beaming"I've been working tirelessly on a project that I truly believe will revolutionize the way people communicate. It's a new mobile application that connects individuals through shared interests and hobbies. I've poured my heart and soul into it, and I would love to share my vision with you." She said"A mobile application, you say? Well, I must say, I'm quite intrigued. Please, go ahead and tell me more." Junior said, acting like hi
Maintaining a composed and professional demeanor, Junior maintained eye contact with Jasmine, nodding slightly to acknowledge that he has heard the suggestion.Internally, Junior's mind began to assess the feasibility and practicality of the idea. And his mind told him what he already knew. Implementing such a suggestion would be impractical, unattainable, and incompatible.Despite this realization, Junior aimed to handle the situation diplomatically.Maintaining a calm and collected presence, Junior carefully chose his words, aiming to address Jasmine's suggestion tactfully."Miss Banks, expanding into new markets can indeed be a growth opportunity, but it is crucial to approach it strategically and realistically. Entering new markets requires careful planning, market analysis, building distribution networks, and investing in marketing and promotional activities. It takes time to establish a presence and gain a significant market share. Rapid expansion can also be financially risky i
"Elise? What has Elise got to do with anything?" Junior askedJasmine, with a sly smile, leaned in and asked, "Junior, tell me honestly, was it because of your representative that you rejected me? Does she fulfill your desires better than I ever could?"Junior, taken aback by the audacity of her question, couldn't help but chuckle softly. He looked directly into her eyes, his gaze unwavering. "No, Jasmine," he replied firmly. "It had nothing to do with my representative."Jasmine's expression faltered for a moment, but she quickly regained her composure. "Then why, Junior? Why did you turn away from me when I tried to seduce you just now? Was it because I didn't treat you well during our marriage?"Junior sighed, his voice tinged with a mix of sadness and frustration. "I'm surprised you're even asking me that question, but yes, Jasmine, it was precisely that. The way you treated me when we were married, the constant belittling and disrespect, made me realize how toxic our relationship
"Tell me you're joking, please". Elise said, trying to hold back her laughter."Honestly, I wish I was". Junior repliedElise's eyes widened, and she let out a burst of laughter. "What kind of ideas are we talking about here?"Junior leaned back in his chair, a bemused expression on his face. "Oh, you won't believe it. Jasmine suggested everything from starting a pet spa for unicorns to selling custom-made oxygen canisters for extraterrestrial beings. It was like she was living in a fantasy world!"Elise's laughter grew louder. She clutched her stomach, tears of mirth streaming down her face. "Junior, you always manage to attract the most interesting characters."Junior grinned, his eyes sparkling with amusement. "I swear, sometimes I feel like I'm living in a sitcom. But here's the best part—I managed to convince Jasmine that her ideas might need a little refining. I suggested more practical avenues for her father's company to explore. Can you imagine the chaos if I had actually agre
"Jasmine, can I call you back?." Junior asked and without waiting for a reply, he hung up."Elise, you want me to go to Jasper Banks company? The last time I was there, I caught my wife with another man.My father in-law humiliated me in front of his cheating daughter and her lover. Also, Jasmine's secretary insulted me." Junior said"Yes Junior, I want you to go back there. Things have changed. They need your help now." Elise explained."If you say so." Picking up the phone, Junior called Jasmine again."Jasmine," Junior's voice quivered with a mixture of fake regret and determination. "I owe you an apology. I'm sorry for abruptly ending our conversation earlier."There was a pause on the other end, a hesitant silence that seemed to stretch into eternity. Finally, Jasmine's voice emerged, "I appreciate your apology."Junior took a moment to gather his thoughts, aware that his next words held the power to shape the course of their interaction."Jasmine, I've been thinking about your f