“Would you want to occupy the Royal Suite Bedroom or the Kingship Mortgage Bedroom?” Lord Eric delightfully inquired in a flash of hours.
Michael Scofield stood in awe as his eyes profusely darted across the eye-catching spacious living room; absolutely a phenomenon. He irresistibly stood at a spot for almost two minutes with delightful, thick words hanging in his throat. “Any of the bedrooms would be perfect Sir,” he politely responded, still enthralled in bewilderment as he was yet to grasp who Lord Eric really was. In his past life endeavors, he had seen beautiful edifices and castles, but being a man with instilled maximum composure, he didn't really get swayed by them. However, Lord Eric’s mansion preceded his prominent personality as the wealthiest man in the Northern Hemisphere and the top five most influential personnel in Europe, which Michael wasn't yet aware of. The mansion was nothing short of premium and high class which exemplified his distinctive taste for value and longevity. Little wonder the Estate was renamed after him; ‘Lord Eric De Sanchez Estate.’ Five minutes ago, they found their path into the number one most highly-rated mansion in the Northern Hemisphere. “It will be an honor for us to serve you, Young Lord!” “We'll be at your beck and call Young Lord!” Ten household staff who stood with their toes echoed in apt unison. Michael gasped in surprised excitement but pondered why they referred to him as; ‘Young Lord.’ The first time he learned of that was at the entrance when four gatekeepers graciously welcomed him to the abode with the exalted title. He couldn't explicitly wrap his head around what was unfolding, but whatever it was, seemed like an awestruck dream he wouldn't want to wake from. “Michael; The Young Lord is what you've become henceforth. You must embrace the title and embody it. You have access to whatever your eyes could stare upon. The wealth you'll soon command, none of your peers or contemporaries could dream of such in a lifetime.” “This is your new home. My servants are all at your disposal. I once assured to give you a life worth a uniquely bold soul. I just got started.” His demeanor charmed in exquisite elation with inexplicable joy wrapped on his face. “But why me? You barely know much about me yet—” he swiftly got interrupted. “I don't need to know you from birth to decipher the person before me. I have seen you lifeless when it seemed like all hope was lost. But you vehemently held on and refused to take the last breath. What I see is a young man who can achieve whatever he enthralls his mind on.” “You remind me so much of my younger self; I believed nothing was impossible and worked so hard to achieve most of my outlined goals. I see a better version of myself in you.” “According to Currency Forbes Edition; I am ranked as the wealthiest man in the Northern Hemisphere. Eric Cottage Winery Enterprise has been my dogged precious legacy,” he extensively spoke out, exhaling before taking a seat. Michael narrowed his eyeballs and clenched his forehead as a surge of information hit his consciousness. He returned his gaze at him in slow motion. “You mean you're the founder of Eric Cottage Winery Enterprise? The top five most sought-after wines in over two continents with an annual net worth of over £200 Billion! Huh?” His voice crept out in awestruck. “Oh! I would have known better! The abode spoke nothing less of your esteemed worth!” He voiced out in bewilderment. The unbelievably wealthy, light-skinned man had been right on his face, yet he didn't catch a glimmer of his true identity. Eric muffled a beam at Michael’s epic reaction. “You seem to know a few things about wines?” he inquired with raised brows in abrupt anticipation. “Yes! The woman that took care of me at Saint David Motherless Home, taught me a few things about wines. After her demise, I had to drop out of college due to lack of funds at my sophomore stage,” he held firmly onto his erupting emotions as his life before marriage flashed before his eyes. He continued after catching a steady breath, his mouth firm in words. “Also, being an inventory manager at Charleston Park Shopping Mall before being sacked. Eric Cottage Wine had one of the highest turnover in sales. Due to its high demands; I always made four requests for purchase within a month.” Lord Eric couldn't help but smile at every word the bold soul made. It hit him, uniquely knowing his product, brainwork, was loved by millions of people across the globe, and one of the persons was beside him. “Great Lord. The visitor is a minute away,” one of the servants respectfully informed him. Michael's eyes switched in anticipation of what was going on. “There’s someone you must meet in a jiffy. I’ll inform you all you need to know about Eric Cottage Winery Enterprise when the visitor arrives.” Michael nodded in acknowledgment, although he suspected there was more behind the meeting barely forty minutes after his arrival. He perceived Lord Eric as an intentional personnel who wouldn't fix an urgent meeting if he didn't have pre-planned objectives. Expectedly, one of the servants swung the door open which signified ‘the guest had just arrived.’ “Here we go… Michael Scofield, time to meet the awaited visitor…”“Miss Sheraton Morgan, meet the young man who refused to bow to death. The one I told you I found lifeless at the edge of a lake after being viciously submerged a week ago.” “Michael, meet the Production manager of Eric Cottage Winery Enterprise. The City's Goddess of Beauty,” he did the honors in the introduction as he arose with his face enthralled in smiles. The two faces stood still for over ten seconds with their eyes glued on each other in slow motion with words stuck in their throats. “Great Lord! He's the one!” Miss Sharon echoed in a gasp of shock; thick goosebumps shivered her shoulders. Lord Eric hastily cleared his throat and blinked a few times in silence. He was yet to make sense of what she meant by him ‘being the one.’ He was already struck in another unexpected puzzlement just like he hooked in confusion when the old herbal healer proclaimed Michael as ‘The one’ “I’m completely in the dark, have you two met beforehand?” he eagerly inquired with his eyes fl
“Boss; Miss Sheraton will be here for the scheduled meeting in ten minutes. She's called in already,” the secretary eloquently informed Barrister Frederick. “Good news! This would be the biggest deal of my legal career. I hope she doesn't change her mind.” It's been ninety-six hours since the last meeting about Michael's undercover plan, but strategically, it was payback o'clock and he must strike imperceptibly. Michael Scofield, amidst the undercover assignment, his mind has whirled on how to get back at his scornful foes, whom he vehemently believed sent five ruthless assassins to finish him up. *** “My Heaven's! It's an honor to have you in my office. Age is impeccably suited for you. You look more gorgeous than the last time we met at the Gala Heritage Festival seven months ago. Always stunning like a new wine!” “The Goddess Beauty personified!” Barrister Frederick eulogized Miss Sheraton Morgan and reached out for a handshake with his teeth shining in elation. “I got
They stared at him to let the cat out of the bag as time was of the essence. “... Marshall planned on proposing to Michelle on fortnight during the endorsement deal event…” he completely voiced out in a cracked tone. The fear of the unknown struck quivers down his buckled spine and all he could do was mumble pitiful prayers. “Interesting!” “Perfect timing!” “For your sake. Don't mention this beautiful meeting to your accomplices,” he chipped in, his words oozed dangerously. “In two weeks, we'll reconvene this conversation.” “However, on second thought?...” “What could have prompted y'all to call the shots for my extermination? You haven't told me why you guys contracted the assassins?” Barr. Fredrick nervously cleared his throat and darted his eyes in fear as he knew he hadn't yet revealed that one deep secret. “Get ready to spill the whole truth at the so-called proposal night…” *** Fortnight on the dot, Manchester City headlines exquisitely broadcasted the endor
His last words overwhelmed the ambiance and provoked moments of mixed feeling amongst a few of the eyewitnesses who somewhat recalled the name; ‘Michael Scofield!’“Huh?! Could that be the Augustine family ex-live-in-Son-in law?!” Some of the event organizers inquired with faces enmeshed in perplexity.“What could have prompted the mysterious man to have the adult tape leaked?” some of the invited personnel continually mumbled and whispered with eyes gleaming for apt answers.On reflection, the whole ambiance was plunged into a cage of bewilderment with indistinct unanswered questions living rent-free in their heads.As seconds rapidly flew, the gripping tension enveloped the Augustine family as they couldn't make sense of how Michael survived the vicious assassination attempt.Unbeknownst to Marshall, before the event; with the aid of Sheraton, Michael was able to lobby the commitment of the media staff who were assigned to handle the media duties at the endorsement deal.With a mout
A strong quiver enveloped Michelle, Barr. Frederick and, of course, Madam Catherine.Within seconds of Michael's re-appearance, the dance beat had been altered with their reputation in jeopardy.Oliver King halted his premeditated speech just to catch a glimmer of what would unfold next.The murmuring and mumbling intensified with belittling eye contact darted at different corners of the hall.It was the world against the Augustines!“Hell has been let loose!”“What does the mysterious young man have against them?”“Would they chew the sand as he commanded?” Distinct and Indistinct chattering skyrocketed amongst the distinguished guests in each second.Marshall has managed to distort the guests and journalists from making live videos of the humiliation struck on Catherine, Frederick, and Michelle.How long would he efficiently prevent the eyesore showdown from being recorded?Every eye glued towards the three humiliated personnel on what their next response could be as predictions ech
The shameful unprecedented drama displayed at the Kingstown Golden Telecommunications endorsement deal event had been buzzing in the internet space for almost a week with The Augustine's family reputation terribly slammed in the mud.In the last ninety-six hours, social media lovers had reposted the humiliating videos of them shamefully chewing sand, with the hashtags; ‘Madam Catherine A Symbol Of Shame!’ ‘The Adulterer Is The Architect Of Augustine’s Family Downfall!’The Manchester Crystal News Broadcast informed, “A certain mysterious personified fellow baptized the Augustine's family in shame with the leak of Madam Catherine's adult videotape with the family lawyer, Barr. Frederick!”The broadcast continued as follows; “According to suggestive opinion, the mysterious young man could be the family's ex-live-in-son-in-law. However, the motive behind the humiliation stunt is yet undisclosed!”Lord Eric Sanchez rested his waist on the master's white couch with legs crossed while stari
***** “Yeah come in.” A yellowish metal office door creaked open, which unveiled a good-looking young man dressed in a classic white shirt with plain black trousers. “You single-handedly fished out those bad eggs from Charleston Park Shopping Mall. I do not doubt your capacity and how you'd succeed in saving my winery company,” those words hit his consciousness as he darted his eyes at the fresh breath office. Earliest hours of the morning, Lord Eric had vehemently resounded those words to mentally prepare him for the task ahead. Michael didn't entirely know why Eric had unwavering trust in him but he had vowed to himself to fish out the moles before a premeditated assassination plot that nearly took Sheraton’s life get repeated. His appearance was nothing exceptional or flashy, just neat, well-ironed outfits that exuded simplicity and coordination. He bestowed on his face a mild smile which sparked an approachable demeanor at the slightest glance. “Good morning,” his v
“Does she know me from Adam? Her words oozed with recollection,” Michael, in the shortest period of reflection, mused with his eyes temporarily downwards. He absent-mindedly tiptoed his tongue across his premolars with prevailing questions etched in his heart. He pondered if Stephanie possibly knew his connection with Lord Eric beforehand. [Could the undercover mission have become not so confined as they thought?] Stephanie's mouth widened, her eyes bulging out in awe. She took three steps further, which got him wondering what the gorgeous young lady was up to. “Do you recall now? The lady in blue? Worrisome teary face? Screaming out loud on the coldest night?” “It all transpired one year, two months ago? Do you recall now?” He narrowed his eyes a little more as a slight resemblance struck his blood flow. After a few moments of introspective state, he stretched his right finger, followed by a building giggle, about to spill out some engaging words. “Wait! You’re…” h
***“Welcome to the abode.”“Here would be your hideout till we figure out somewhere more secure.”“You can call me— “Bold-9.”The mysterious masked faced personnel chipped in…While in the car, after partially giving hints of how Eric Cottage Winery Enterprise should crumble— silence overwhelmed the atmosphere as both personnel had their lips zipped.Two minutes ago, the mysterious personnel drove into a simple flowered bungalow with the plans to cohabit with Marshall.He folded his arms, still engrossed in perplexity on what really Bold-9 needed from him, that had him take such high risk in helping him.His mind flashed toward his father and how he'd cope when he learned of his assassination plot against Michael Scofield.If for a second he knew that his scornful enemy would become the next COO of Eric Cottage Winery Enterprise, then he'd have manufactured an excuse not to attend the seventh winery anniversary.“Do you love whiskey?” Bold-9 once more jolted him off his deepened thou
Marshall, in a ragged heartbeat, took one of the greatest risks of his life and jumped into the front street in the hope the mysterious, unknown personnel could be an angel.His eye hastily glued on the strange figure who wore a red face mask and zoomed off at once, riding towards Aaron County Bridge Fifteenth Avenue.Silence overwhelmed the two as the only sound that could be perceived was that of the speedy car engine.“What has my son got to do with this?! As far as I know, he never had any relationship with Lord Barus Israel, so why the order to arrest him?”Olivia King questioned one of the cop men who wiggled his brows towards the new COO who ultimately should have a better response.As he strode towards Michael, his chest, for awkward reasons, kept skipping and thudding.“Please, what did Marshall do wrong? I know he's capable of many things but scheming to crumble Eric Cottage Winery Enterprise, I doubt if he'd do such a thing.”Michael gently turned, facing him, both eyes glu
All eyes flashed on Lord Eric and, of course, the new COO of Eric Cottage Winery Enterprise, who were unperturbed about Lord Barus’s barkings. From his hasty defense mechanism, he wasn't prepared to get arrested without pulling forth a fight. “I’m disappointed!!! Was that why you invited my company for the seventh anniversary? To have me humiliated in front of these honorable guests and the viewers at large.” “We are definitely rivals ‘cause we produce wines, that shouldn't give you the effrontery to blackmail me. That’s a spit on my face!!!” “Fuck!!!” The head of the police team winked at Lord Eric to do the needful before Lord Barus uses his petty talks as a route for a deserving escape. “Are you done spewing trash?” “Lions don't roar when the rabbit is engaged in a rat race,” Lord Eric sneered with a smug enmeshed on his cheek. “You have been ratting about evidence? Surely, we'll show you one.” Lord Barus was somewhat unsettled as a smidge of spine vibration was fe
Bewilderment and puzzlement struck deep into the atmosphere that most personnel had their mouths widening.The shocking aura entrapped on the staff's faces was like a statue that would live for a lifetime if captured.Lord Eric Sanchez didn't fuss at the growing disorganization with his arms positioned in akimbo posture; he already anticipated a similar outcome.Indistinct and distinct conversations were induced in the hall— most of the guests didn't understand what was unfolding.“Wow! How did the CEO get to know Michael Scofield!?” the staff asked among themselves with darting eyelids.“Does his name ring a bell? What the hell is going on?” Lord Barus Israel and his cohort were plunged in perplexity.“Oh, Lord!”“Michael Scofield??? I hope it isn't what I'm thinking about?” Marshall mused in discomfort, his stomach rumbled in fear.As seconds swiftly raced into a minute, the uproar of confusion, anticipation, and excitement intensified.Amid the multiple questions with no appropriat
***It's one week down the lane with all underground work put in place by both discreet parties.Eric Cottage Winery Enterprise, after years of rebranding, would celebrate its seventh anniversary and would air live on different broadcasting media stations in less than thirty minutes.“Y’all are welcome!!! We are honored to have y'all grace the occasion!!!” The gorgeous host charmingly uttered.For the first time in over five years, after persistent invitations of various winery companies— five industries that have been labeled core rivals of Eric Cottage Winery Enterprise consented to grace the feast with Lord Barus Israel leading the Ultimate Branded Winery Industries to the event.[Why the sudden change of heart?]“Please, the event will soon kickstart. The red carpet session should already be rounded up. Our esteemed guest please make it to your designated seats. Thank you.”Several distinguished figures from various work endeavors were also invited to mark a memorable seventh-year
“Michelle!!!”“Catherine!!!”Marshall's voice reverberated as he sprinted with heavy hot sweat contorted on his face.“We’re over at the balcony. Come over there!”Augustine's family received a hasty phone call from him demanding an urgent conversation.Different thoughts clouded their hearts and it was only moments for answers to be known.“Why the urgency? Has your father changed his mind on our concealed engagement?” Michelle inquired in sharp breath with eyelid profusely blinking.“Hey, next time add ‘Madam’ while addressing me,” Catherine spatted with a somewhat furrowed expression, her right finger positioned on her waist.He stormed before them with no ounce of giggle registered on his face“If my dad has changed his mind? You had better wake up from your delusional fantasies.”“I would no longer add ‘Madam.’ You lost that respect the moment you chose to sleep with Barr. Frederick.”“...Well, we have a bigger problem!”“Again!!?” Catherine and Michelle shrieked in deep worry, t
“It’s been twenty minutes since his abduction, and we have no clue what the assassins want! Not even a single call from them!”“We don't even know if Michael Scofield is still breathing!” Lord Eric bawled out, which induced more tension in the atmosphere; his emotions switched from fear to enrage.The seven household staff members in the living room lowered their gazes downward; they knew better not to stare upon the Great Lord when furious.“Enough is enough! I'm calling in the Chief Police officer to handle the kidnap case! I can't watch my boy die without a fight!”Sheraton widened her mouth to speak, then, within a split of seconds, swallowed hard with thick words clung to her tongue.A voice calmly mouthed from the atmosphere. “The Great Lord, please let's wait till at least thirty minutes of his kidnap. Once you make that phone call, Michael Scofield’s undercover would be blown, and the media would know he's linked with you.”Lucas held tight his gripping goosebumps and managed
The heavy gunshot birthed moments of gripping silence as seven bewildered faces irresistibly glanced at one another with mouths somewhat widening.It's been over thirty seconds, and no words, not even a scratch of the thick grasses, were perceived.Suddenly an uproar of intense laughter broke out like a troubling storm.“Hahaha!!!” All gang members barked out in severe chuckles and giggles with their hands held onto their stomachs.Michael, who had been holding firmly to the gripping laughter, couldn't help but widen his mouth and have it all gutted out.“OMG! You guys are excellent actors. At some point, I thought I was dealing with seasoned entertainers!”“I could bet that most eyewitnesses thought I was actually being kidnapped after the precise uppercut!” He gave in to more chuckling.“Haha! Richard? Was that gunshot necessary? You still haven't changed, still the same good actor right from college days!” Michael happily teased while the two embraced each other after long years of
***“Lucas! Fetch Great Lord a glass of water!”“Be fast!” Sheraton yelled with terrified bulging eyes.Lucas, one of the senior household staff, without further ado, sprinted towards the kitchen to do the needful, his heart racing with urgency.“Great Lord, please… breathe… try and breathe out,” she voiced out in gripping fear.Ten minutes ago, Sheraton stormed into the mansion to explain better about Michael's abduction as the Great Lord couldn't make sense of what she was spilling in the phone call.“My God! Please hold on Sir… Lucas has brought the water.”In great palpitations of the unprecedented negative news, Lord Eric's breath has been distorted for almost two minutes, his airflow and blood flow disrupted due to the shock of the kidnap.He managed to sip in half of the glass of water, followed by an exasperated sigh of sadness.“Oh, my boy. Do you think they had already killed him?” he mouthed from the deepest part of his heart, his veins quickly running cold.His question us