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MICHAEL WEST'S JOURNEY FROM TORMENT TO TRIUMPH MICHAEL ’S NEMESIS
Michael froze as he saw the prostitute stroll into the lounge and threw herself between Isabella and him. The prostitute stroked his chin, totally ignoring Isabella.‘Baby has missed you, though it is healthy and strong.’ The prostitute continues, rubbing the curvature of the emerging bulge that was her stomach, with one hand while still rubbing Michael’s chin.Isabella dropped the glass and stood up to leave. Michael stood up quickly and distancing himself from the prostitute, who was still on the chair, ran to Isabella’s side and held her arm.‘Please Isabella, it is not…’‘It is not what?’ Isabella’s response shocked him but he didn’t let go of her arm. Isabella continued. ‘Every time, you say it is not what you think, but she is always around you. I thought we would have this place to ourselves to talk things over.’‘To talk what things over?’ The prostitute intruded. She had stood up and was holding Michael’s other arm. ‘So Michael, you would leave me, who is carrying your child
MICHAEL WEST'S JOURNEY FROM TORMENT TO TRIUMPH FALLOUT BETWEEN EQUALS
Isabella had just come back to the apartment. She had expected to meet Diana on the way but she didn’t. At the apartment, she unpacked her dresses, swept and arranged it to her taste. Then she decided to lie down on her bed and rest for a while. The room had a toilet, bathroom and kitchen, together with a small balcony which gave a good view of the street below. Her phone beeped and she saw it was a message in inviting her to the actors and actresses party. Isabella was thrilled. She jumped up and down on her bed. Then she reached out for her phone and dialed Michael’s number. Michael picked up after the first ring.‘I just got the invite to the party.’ Isabella shouted excitedly into the receiver. Michael laughed. It had been a long time since someone was this excited because of anything and it made him happy. ‘Did you have anything to do with it because I know that I was not incited before?’‘Why would you think I had anything to do with it? Didn’t I tell you that wishes come true
MICHAEL WEST'S JOURNEY FROM TORMENT TO TRIUMPH MEGALITHS
Diana looked at him. Her mouth fell open. She thought it was ridiculous at first but on a close look at it, it could see some sense in it. The last heist wasn’t successful because it was planned well. They didn’t take into cognizance the fact that Michael had more strength than the lady they had employed, because he is a man. If he had been subdued by drugs, perhaps it would be easy for their plan to succeed. ‘Good thinking. You are such a brilliant strategist. Let us get to work.’ Diana pecks Liam on the cheek, who is shocked and they both look around to see if anyone was watching. And seeing none, being that they were in an underground parking lot and Clara and her brother had gone ahead of them, they turned and looked at each other and begin to kiss.Michael had just gotten the files of all the proposals for the park project that Cynthia had approved for scrutiny. He trusted her judgment and decides to take her word as truth. Then he runs into Isabella at the reception. She had ju
MICHAEL WEST'S JOURNEY FROM TORMENT TO TRIUMPH WE DON'T ’t HAVE A COMPETITION
Diana got irritated by his attitude, that she sat up and kneeling on the bed and barked at him. ‘I mean, why do you keep going back to her? Does she satisfy you the way I do? Does she make you feel good, feel like a man? She doesn’t even open her legs for you. All that poor wannabe does is to spend your money and give you nothing in return.’Liam didn’t respond. Oh I understand now, Diana thought to herself, I am now the bad person right? Wasn’t he the one who decided to have the affair with me? Did I force him? Why am I looked at like the bad person here?Liam wore his clothes; picked up is phone and coat. As he was about to cross the door, Diana rushed over to where he stood and blocked him. Diana wanted to know that things were cool between them. He might go to beg that bitch and reconcile with her so far he comes back to her; she needed this relationship to continue. This is the first guy in over five years to look at her like that and make her feel like a woman. His energy and ar
MICHAEL WEST'S JOURNEY FROM TORMENT TO TRIUMPH A PLACE FOR ENEMIES
He walked to the window and looked out to the city. He was going to be a father soon. Isabella was carrying his child and he was scared and excited. How could she keep such news from him? Did she plan to raise the child alone?“Hello Michael. What are you doing here?” it was Isabella.Michael jumped and turned to her. “You look worried. Why?” Isabella said“Don’t worry. I am just a little tired. Are you feeling okay?”Michael felt the effort in her voice.“Then you must get some rest. Have you had something to eat?”At this point, a soft laughter forced its way out of Michael’s mouth which made her smile. The smile spread slowly over her face.“I should be worried about you. I am fine.”The machines continued to beep their presence and the air still smelled like disinfectant.He wanted to ask her why she didn’t tell him she was pregnant with their child but he decided that it was the bad time. The doctor had warned that she shouldn’t be told any distressing news or allowed to be stre
MICHAEL WEST'S JOURNEY FROM TORMENT TO TRIUMPH A CHANCE MEETING
Feeling alone, Michael didn’t feel like going home. He didn’t have a family anymore. His parents had died years ago. He had no living relative; that was why, when he married Diana, he decided to become a full time husband, caring for his wife and staying around in the house. His parents had left him substantial wealth to last him two lifetimes but he felt that the love of a loved one was what he missed more in his life. He wanted to be there for here; all he wanted in return was for Diana to love him in return.Now that he felt alone, he returned to the place where his mother was resting, the city’s cemetery. Having died about seven years ago, she is the only member of his family that was buried on US soil. Every other member, including his father had been buried in Europe. His mother’s grave was a grand mausoleum-like structure, housing her sarcophagus and burial site. He didn’t want to enter the structure because he had arrived unannounced and didn’t want to call on the cemetery kee
MICHAEL WEST'S JOURNEY FROM TORMENT TO TRIUMPH MICHAEL FIGHTS BACK
Michael hung up the call before the man would say another word. The man liked to talk too much. He went back to the table and saw Isabella wiping tears. She looked pretty upset.‘What is wrong? You look upset.’‘It is just a minor issue. Nothing much.’ She said.‘No, I insist. Tell me what that matter is. Is it the agent?’Isabella hesitated but decided to say it out because Michael looked ready to pester her about it. He was not going to let go until she said what it was that troubled her.‘It is my landlord. He had just informed me of his decision to get the police to break down my door and get my things out of the house. I am three months behind on my rent and I don’t have any money to pay.’ Isabella paused, trying to fight back tears. Michael felt pity for her. However, he was surprised at her condition because she didn’t look like she was having any money issues. Her clothes and jewelry indicated otherwise. It was then that it dawned on him that she had no choice than to dress w
MICHAEL WEST'S JOURNEY FROM TORMENT TO TRIUMPH ANOTHER ATTEMPT AT KILLING
Inside the mall, the crowd hadn’t reached the mammoth size it usually is at this time of day, maybe it was because of the ongoing music festival in the city and many of those who would come to shop or look around had gone to see their favorite artists perform live on stage. I had just picked the balm and was looking for the methylated spirit when Clara accosted me out of nowhere.‘How could you? I thought you were different.’Liam’s guard wanted to push her away but he gave him a hard stare and he relented.‘Clara, please can we talk about his in some place that is less private?’‘Oh you want a place that is private but did you think about that when you were sleeping with her? Did you care how I will feel?’I looked around. Some of the shoppers were already looking at us making a scene.‘Please Clara; it is not what you think. I did wrong. I made a mistake but let us meet somewhere private and talk about it. It is not right that you talk like this in public to make people think low of
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BEAUMONT CITY
As Michael West thought back on that day he noticed that night had settled in over Beaumont City. In the distance he could hear the news coverage of the Heroes' Parade playing on the television.The coverage was showing many troubling events including the arrests of Diana Roberts and Stevens the shocking moment when Liam had jumped to his death from the stadium and the overwhelming chaos that erupted after the truth came out about the Roberts family.Sitting alone in the room drinking a glass of whiskey Michael felt a profound sense of emotional distance and isolation from everything that had happened.He was very surprised when he saw Isabella standing at his door. Her shape was only partially visible because the light was dim and not very bright. They had gone through a really difficult breakup in the past and since then she had moved away to a different place.He hadn't seen her at all for many years so her sudden appearance caught him off guard. To make things even more complicated
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WHEN THE CIRCLE COMES TO FULL POINT
They were in a house on the beachfront of Beaumont city. It was a little far from the beach but had fantastic view of the beach and the sea. The sun had risen early, as usual and there were few tourists on the beach.Steven was shocked and raised his hands but felt a surge of anger within him but he didn’t move. Instead he stood where he was. The other men had pulled out their guns too. Liam knew he was outnumbered to pull out his gun, so he appealed for calm.‘Please gentle men; let us be civil about his. The diamond belongs to all of us but we have bigger fish to fry and that is Michael west. Today is the day that we take his down at the Heroes’ Parade. After that, there will be more diamonds and money that our children will never know hunger for the rest of their lives. Let us embrace caution.’There was silence again before the first of the men who pulled out his gun began to laugh out loud. The rest joined him and started laughing. They raised their hands in surrender and put the
- MICHAEL WEST'S JOURNEY FROM TORMENT TO TRIUMPH
COLORS OF HATRED
Liam returned to his drinking, taking a sip while stealing glances at the game. A moment later, he turned to his friend, he found him looking smugly at his glass of drink.“Talk to me Nel. What’s going on? If it is about the listings, we got in and that should not be a problem.”“It is not about the listing, bro. It is something else. I guess you haven’t heard.”“Heard what?” Liam was signaling the barista for another drink.“Wells is being devalued.”Liam looked at him, saw the seriousness on his face, and waved for the barista to go. Realization hit him and he mumbled.“AB listings was just a cover. The wolves have gathered and want to have a feast.”Nelson nodded and added,“Whatever you do, don’t go face to face with the execs on Wall Street. They will kill your case before you even get a chance to present it.”“What do I do then?”“Be calm, receive the buy-out offer, and look through it carefully to find a way out. It could be an ambiguity in the words or misrepresentation. That
- MICHAEL WEST'S JOURNEY FROM TORMENT TO TRIUMPH
THE COMING
The knock came again, it was on his door. Who would be coming to his house? He had no friends or lovers? And Isabella had stopped speaking with him. Grudgingly, he walked to the door and opened. It was Isabella. Unlatching the locks quickly, he opened wide the door and bade her to come in.‘You are welcome. I am sorry I have been engrossed in a lot of work and didn’t hear the knocking on the door. How have you been?’Michael was not sure why Isabella would suddenly appear at this door without notice. Had something happened to her father? He thought to himselfShe smiled at him and tugged a loose strand of hair behind her ear. He smiled too. They were both standing in the centre of the room, uncertain what to do. Michael suddenly remembered that he had not offered her a seat. He was being a bad host.‘I am very sorry; I should have offered you a seat. Please have a seat.’‘No, its fine. I should be headed out now and allow you to finish up on your work.’‘Not so fast. At least have a d
- MICHAEL WEST'S JOURNEY FROM TORMENT TO TRIUMPH
SUBTERFUGE
The officer in charge walked briskly along the corridor. Liam and Steven followed behind staunchly, confident in their steps. The officer knocked on a door. A voice responded from inside.‘Come in.’The officer opened the door and stepped aside for the two men to step inside. Then he stepped outside and closed the door. The office was sparse, except for a few standing cabinets and picture frames on the wall; one was for the president of the country and the other was of the mayor of Beaumont city. There were other picture frames that showed the commissioner receiving awards. The commissioner’s desk stood on the far end on the other side of the room, directly opposite the door. ‘Mr Liam. Good to see you again.’ the man behind the desk stood up and walked over to where Steven and Liam stood. ‘Ah commissioner, it has been a while that we have spoken or seen.’ Liam responded.‘Ah yes.’ The commissioner said. ‘to what do I owe this honour?’‘I am here to an old friend concerning a matter.
- MICHAEL WEST'S JOURNEY FROM TORMENT TO TRIUMPH
SECRETS AND SPECULATIONS
Michael returned to the living room. He and Isabella discussed the cost of living crises and what the government should do. Isabella thought to herself, ‘so he heals and is intelligent too. What a good combination.’ She likes his use of words and the way he lays out his point carefully. ‘Let us stop now. Enough of politics and talk. Let us go and have some food.’Isabella laughed, dropped what she was holding on the table and walked with him to the table. The food was in bowls and plates sat in front of ach of the chairs, together with cutlery, the bottle of wine and glasses.Michael drew back her chair for her and allowed her to sit. Then he went over to his side. Opening the bowl, he dished some food for her before dishing for himself. He was telling her about the food and the process it takes to make it. She looked interested and asked questions too. Then they started to eat. The view from the penthouse was breathtaking, covering most of the city. She asked him about his backgroun
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JUSTICE TO BE REAPED
Cynthia went out as Michael continued reading the newspaper. Thirty seconds later, the door to the office opened and someone walked in. Michael puts down his newspaper and stands. He has met Mr. Samuel before, when he was set up to be killed by Liam and Clara. This man had come to his aid and saved. Liam and Clara thought that they had killed him but Mr. Samuel came to the ditch, picked him up and sent him to the hospital. ‘Thank you for having me at this odd hour. I know it is past work time and I had to come at this time so that no one will notice my presence here.’‘It is fine my Samuel. Thank you for coming. I also want to thank you for the other time, for saving my life.’‘You and I have been acquainted before. And I thank you that at this time, you have decided to come to my rescue once again.’‘Well, it is a small world. You can be my helper tomorrow.’‘Yea. You are correct.’‘So, donaldation is going through quite a lot but there is nothing that cannot be salvaged. I intend t
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STARS BURST
Two men walked into a bar and sat down. They ordered drinks and when the waiter had brought them, began to sip their drinks. Intermittently, they would look at their wristwatches and then at the door. Michael was in his office waiting for Abraham and to hear from Luke his Henchman. Abraham was not coming, so he called Luke to come into his office.‘I want to do something. Abraham is not here but I want you to look into the possibility of acquiring more assets into Roberts.’‘But sir, we have tried that and it is not going our way. I know a way we can get to the Roberts family and hit them where they will feel it the most.’Michael adjusted his body. ‘Tell me about it.’‘I am aware of some dealing the Roberts are doing with Amelia’s father, the girl who claims to have your child and sent videos and pictures on the day of the wedding, leading to the calling off of the wedding.’‘Yea, I remember her.’‘I heard from the underground that they were involved in some drug dealings and traffic
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MORE PROBLEMS
Michael walked to his car, parked outside the gate by the curb. The guards would not allow him drive in, maybe as a way of Mr. Donald showing that he was not pleased with him, he didn’t know. However, he didn’t care; all he had on his mind was to get donaldation back on track of being the biggest company and employer in all of Beaumont. He got in his car and drove off into the night. He drove to donaldation headquarters and then to the airport. He has a meeting with Mr. Pearson. Cynthia went to get the report while Michael settles for the meeting. His phone vibrated and it was a text from clara. It read.‘I know you have been busy lately, but please have dinner with me, at the four season hotel. Bills on me.’ He looked at it and laughed. Clara decided to text him today. Something must be up. This lady must be joking, he thought.Isabella watched Michael giving his speech on TV. Their romance had ended a month ago but it seemed like yesterday when she met him and fell in love with hi
