After the business of the day, the weather started becoming dark, and the stars shines on the sky. It was Lucas time to return home.
"I am done with the business for the day." He said this to Sherman as he got his phone ready to leave. Sherman stared at him and said, "I have to leave before you."
"You were supposed to leave before now, but you chose to stay; how does that concern me.?" Lucas asked so desperately.
"I have to leave before you; that's the rule." Sherman pointed at him.
Lucas tried ignoring him, so he made a step to leave. "Consider yourself sacked from work if you dare leave before me." Sherman added.
Lucas returned back, looking so sad, and said to him, "Really, you have decided to use this as a threat to me. This isn't the first time you made mention of "I will be fired." "What exactly do you gain from that.?"
Sherman stood from his seat, and without saying much, he replied to Lucas. "Come along with my briefcase." Sherman, after this, wore his cot and had his hat on his head.
"This is ridiculous.? Lucas said to him: "You have decided to use your position against me without regard to the fact that I remain the son-in-law of the Billionaire family."
"Can you spare me that and do just as I have instructed you?" Sherman spoke to him and picked up his phone from the table.
"I am doing this for the family, and with regard, I have forwarded my wife Renee; aside from that, you will do this yourself." Lucas replied to him so bitterly, as it kept showing its facial look. He picked up Sherman's briefcase and had him walk down Sherman's car park, where Lucas handed over the briefcase to him.
"Good night," Sherman said to him the moment he got into the car.
"Won't you give me a lift.?" Lucas asked.
"I am sorry, I have someone more important to pick from the road. Again, you have to accord me some respect as the manager." "Have a wonderful night." He shut the car door Lucas and drove off.
Meanwhile, Lucas stood and watched around, seeing that no one was observing this aside from the security man. He said to himself,.
"I am supposed to be the manager, but here I am being insulted like a child." He called on the security man. "Please make sure that the whole door is closed."
"Are you going to teach me my job.?" Ethan, the security man, said to him:.
Lucas felt ashamed hearing such from the security man. "Good night." He said this to Ethan and boarded a bus, which drove him to the house.
Lucas got to the house and found Xavier's car parked at that hour of the night.
"The common chef is back." Renee said to Xavier as she lay her head on his lap.
" Ah! Lucas said,with his hands on his waist. "He is here again." He added and hissed after that. Left to the sitting room.
"So you want to run down to the restaurant?" Renee said to him, standing.
"Is that what you have to welcome back?" He asked her.
Renee raised her right hand to slap him, but Lucas held it and said.
"In due respect, Renee, I am not a child. If you want to be slapped, you can as well do that to the wall." Lucas replied to her.
Renee dragged her hands off Lucas' hands; she kept breathing high.
"Are you aware that my dad was in the restaurant today.?" She stressed her words.
"And he realized that I wasn't at work by the time he arrived. Isn't it your next question.?" He asked boldly.
"I don't have time for you, you bastard." Renee hissed and left for the bedroom.
"Must you always cause everyone around you to be angry? Didn't you know that you are so irritating and needed to get the smell out of your body?"Xavier stood, thinking about meeting with Renee.
"What's important are you for when all you could do is flirt around with my woman?" Lucas said to him:.
"Watch your tongue, you bastard." Xavier got angry. "The next time you speak to me in such a manner, I will make sure that you spend your entire life in jail, without seeing the sun still." Xavier told him, and he aggressively pushed Lucas down to the cushion. "I should remind you that you don't belong here." Xavier added, then went to the bedroom.
"Are you still pissed off with that bastard reaction.?" Xavier asked Renee while on the bed with her.
"I regretted making him my husband." She replied, Xavier.
"Then divorce him." Xavier said to her, with his hands wide open.
"No, I can't." Renee demonstrated by shaking her hand.
" Why!" Xavier asked surprisedly. "You were the one who complained about regretting making him your husband. And when I suggested that you divorce him, you refused." Xavier sounded sadly.
"Yes, I don't want to divorce him." Renee replied to him.
"Why, I asked again.!" Sherman asked again.
"The family has been generating a lot of income from him. His cooking style," she paused, refusing to speak about Lucas' handsomeness, which was another reason she had accepted the marriage.
"He can be placed on salary alone instead of the identity he bear with you." Xavier suggested.
" Salary I heard you say, " Renee told him.
"Yes.!" he answered.
"That's not a good one to quantify his profession alone; he will charge me and my father a lot, and with that, has his own restaurant." She replied.
"But you don't love him." Xavier told Renee.
"He loves me and would do everything possible to profess his love to me." She replied and said more. "I think it is the same love Lucas has towards me that's made him stick to me till date, irrespective of my action towards him.``
"I love you, and I am ready to pay him off just to have you." Xavier told her.
"Let the relationship be." Renee replied to Xavier with a kiss on his cheek. "Lucas still has much to play in the success of the family. Consider him extending his profession in my soon-to-b completed hotel." "I will then divorce once I feel I have achieved my goal through him." She replied so unwisely.
"You should have thought about what might happen to the restaurant and hotel after you divorce him." Xavier told her.
"He will be placed on salary. And if he is Lucas, we have no choice but to leave my establishment." She answered him.
"Your establishment will then be left behind with the best cook." Xavier spoke.
"I have my plans right in my heart." She and him zealously.
Lucas was still nursing his pain when Renee came out."You are still sitting here?" Renee asked him aggressively. "Get us two glasses of wine, and do that quickly." She instructed him. Lucas, lifting his eye on her, said:."You have turned me into a messenger.""You don't have a specific job in this house." She pointed at him. "You expect me to ask Lina to do so, or who, while I have you around. Do just as you have been instructed." She added, and she lifted even after hissing at him. She got to the room and leaned her head on Xavier's lap."Has he got to get it.?" He asked Renee."It will soon be served." She answered him.Five minutes later, Lucas knocked at the door."Come in, please; the door is open." Renee answered. Lucas has the glass of wine on the wine carrier. Renee said. "Bring it here."Lucas reluctantly brought it closer to them.Renee stretches her thumb as a lever and anchors the base to her folded index finger, as does Lucas, as they lift the glass each at once."You c
A week later, Norah bought herself a new apartment. She returns home on a faithful day and feels like eating the meal she once had in the Kingston office." I won't be eating the dinner you prepare today. I need something more special." She said to Lynn her Beautiful and hardworking chef."Why would you like to eat, ma.?" She asked Norah."Don't worry, it will soon be delivered." Norah answered her and picked up her phone. She dialed Sherman number that had been given to her by Kingston.Hello,""she said after Sherman had picked up the call."Am I speaking with Liam and her daughter, the best restaurant manager.?" She asked Sherman on the phone."Yes, and how can we help you.?" He replied to her. Norah introduced herself properly and made mention of what she wanted." That will be done soon." He answered her. After which they cut the call on each other. Sherman hearing the personality whom have called, he check around, about sending Lucas, he realized that Renee had sent for Lucas. "
After Norah had done eating, she felt so satisfied and had to relax with a glass of wine in her sitting room. She had Evelyn Beisde with her."You like the meal." Evelyn said to her, even as Evelyn took part in tasting the meal as requested by Norah in confirmation of its delicious taste."The chef has always tried to make the restaurant the best." Evelyn confirm."I was told the new deliveryman was the one who prepared the meal." Norah spoke."He prepares it and, at the same time, delivers it to you." Evelyn wondered, "What happened to the deliveryman? Isn't he around.?""He had gone for delivery before I called." Norah answered Evelyn." Alright." Evelyn replied to him."He looks handsome and smart," Norah said."Yes, he is." Evelyn answered, sitting and keeping Norah as a companion.Just as Norah had requested from Lynn, the first meal, rice and chicken, was prepared and served to Norah at her workplace as demanded."I need to eat while getting ready to clear my desk." Norah said t
While Lucas got ready for the business of the day, he was asked by Renee to make the bed and to arrange the bedroom."I'm almost late to work,"he told Renee, "be ready for work.Renee eyed him, she stared at him from his head down to his toe. "You have no right to turn down my request. All you need is to follow my instructions, otherwise you will pay for it with more denials of salary."She told him, warning Lucas so bitterly.Lucas replied to her. "What else have you and your family not done to me? You have deprived me of my salary, what else do you want me to take care of myself with? Or how do you want to be scared of your next move with your parents.? It is obvious dear that you don't love me "he said to her boldly."You have grown wings to speak back at me."Renee complained."I don't have my love, rather speaking from the bitterness in my heart, I haven't been treated right after the wedding, I have been a slave right under the roof that is supposed to be mine also. Am I not your
Lucas got to Norah office, on reaching to the reception, he stood before the receptionist."Good afternoon,"Lucas greeted the receptionist. "The.."He was cut by the receptionist."I know you even before your described yourself. Meanwhile, Norah have left the office, you can put a call to her, that's if she is still in need of the food."The receptionist told him. Lucas breathed down, as he almost sweet."I must have be late then."He said to the receptionist, panicking."She had waited so long for you, without hearing from you non from Sherman. But I will advised you to take back the food to your restaurant, she won't be in need of it anymore."Added the receptionist."Can I have her contact number.?"Lucas asked with the fear if not returning back to he restaurant with the meal."Am sorry Mr Lucas, am not permitted to do so especially with people like you."She answered Lucas with caustion and had her fingers on the laptop."What does that mean.?"Lucas asked as he was almost upset with th
Lucas was still contemplating what was going on."Are you surprised or what? Can you please speak to me.?"Renee asked him again, but Lucas stood still , unable to make more moves."I see you are lacking in the world. But here is my contact, you can as well reach me at your own leisure time."Norah spoke, she stood from her chair, and said. "Can we be friends.?"She said, looking into Lucas' eyes."Can you please tell me what is all about Miss Norah.?"He asked with an eye full of confusion.Lucas smiled and left as usual. However, Renee was just having a trace of it."Miss Norah"Evelyn called her attention.Renee got back her attention, and had to react immediately. "I thought I was with him."Norah replied Evelyn."With whom precisely.?"Evelyn asked, looking around as she tried to get Renee's attention the more. "I was carried aware of his appearance."Norah answered. "He is handsome and gentle. I would like to know more about him."She added."Miss Renee you need to be careful, you migh
What must have given him the boldness to speak to me in such a manner.?" Renee asked herself, with her leg crossed on the other sitting in the bed, after Lucas had refused to have sex with her."Something must be wrong somewhere." She added. And on the other hand, Lucas has always wanted the divorce papers, after been humiliated on daily basis."She has sold the love I have for her; yes am still in love with her, that doesn't nean I should jump into sex with her, she make my heart bleed in pains." Lucas said to himself boldly, and slept off.The next day, Renee got ready for work; she walked down Lucas door post and knocked."Who must that be.?" Lucas asked."Is I Renee?" She answered him."What do you want from me, Renee? Are you with the divorce papers.?" He asked her."Get the door open." She said this to him, twisting her lips.Lucas opened the door; seeing Renee, he was much attracted by her beautiful appearance and tall legs. "Have you ever thought of the most foolish man on E
Renee, with her laptop, kept working, smiling with the expression that she had finally stressed Lucas out." Have you gotten the file?" She said Lucas on the phone, who was still searching for it." I have searched all through your room, and can't find the file." He added." What, you went into my room, even after you denied me sex." She paused and continued. " Lucas, when on earth did I permit you into my room?" Renee shouted."You made mention of the file being on the table," Lucas answered her." Leave my room now, I am not in need of the file any longer." She added and made the call on him." Hahahahha", Renee laughed. " When I am with him, he will have no choice than to obey every one of my instructions, that's if he will continue being my husband." She spoke to herself, and went on with her work." What an insult is this again? Was she trying to distract me or what?" Lucas said and hissed as he barged at the door.He boarded a taxi, returning to the restaurant." Ehhhh! Norah, w
"Finally, we have won at last. I have made my revenge, and thus called for celebration," said Lucas as he looked at Norah and all he had achieved so far.The victory party was a grand affair. The hall was adorned with shimmering lights and vibrant decorations, reflecting the joy and triumph of the occasion. Friends and allies gathered, their faces beaming with pride and happiness. Music filled the air, a lively tune that had everyone tapping their feet and swaying to the rhythm.Lucas stood at the center, receiving congratulations and heartfelt words from those who had supported him. Norah, by his side, couldn't help but smile, her eyes shining with admiration and love. The tables were laden with a feast fit for royalty, with dishes from every corner of the land, each more delicious than the last.As the night progressed, stories of bravery and camaraderie were shared, laughter echoed through the hall, and the bond between the celebrants grew stronger. Lucas raised a toast, his voice f
Roxanne felt a deep sense of dread as she discussed leaving the country with Rebecca. "Our husbands have been held, and our children too," Rebecca said, her voice trembling. "And you want to flee the country?"Roxanne sighed, her eyes filled with tears. "What do you expect from Lucas, whom you and I have treated badly?" she replied. "He has to do something about it."Rebecca shook her head. "Lucas is our only hope now. We need to trust him."Days passed, and the situation grew more dire. The streets were filled with chaos, and the sound of gunfire echoed through the night. Roxanne knew she had to make a decision. One night, under the cover of darkness, she packed her belongings and left a note for Lucas. She couldn't bear to say goodbye in person.As she crossed the border, her heart ached with the weight of leaving her family behind. She knew Lucas would search for her, but she hoped he would understand why she had to go.Lucas, upon finding the note, felt a mix of anger and determin
---Anna stood in the bustling airport, her heart pounding in her chest. She had come to pick up her friend Norah, but fate had other plans. As she scanned the crowd, her eyes locked onto a familiar face. It was him—James, the father of her child, the man who had left her years ago.James looked different, more mature, but there was no mistaking those eyes. He seemed equally stunned, his gaze fixed on Anna. She had changed too. She was no longer the young, uncertain girl he had left behind. She was a confident, beautiful woman, and he couldn't help but admire her.As they walked towards each other, the noise of the airport faded into the background. They stopped a few feet apart, the air thick with unspoken words. James was the first to break the silence."Anna," he said, his voice filled with emotion. "You look amazing.""James," she replied, her voice steady despite the whirlwind of feelings inside her. "It's been a long time."He nodded, his eyes never leaving hers. "Too long. I...
"I don't think it will be necessary if we keep going in this manner. This group of individuals has a high reputation and will do anything in their power to hold you down, Lucas. Meanwhile, the only thing to consider is your sincerity. You can't continue to be hurt daily. I suggest you look for a solution quickly," Xavier spoke to him."Whatever has made them regard me this way must have come from their collective idea and nothing more than that. I think that's where it should be considered necessary as well," Lucas replied."Yes, that's where we should focus more," Xavier agreed.Lucas met with his lawyer, Ms. Jessica, over the case against him. This time, she approached the courtroom with compelling reasons that proved Lucas's innocence. She presented new evidence and testimonies that dismantled the accusations against him. The judge and jury listened intently as Ms. Jessica laid out the facts, showing that Lucas had been wrongfully accused. Her arguments were clear and persuasive, l
"All I see in this is the act of jealousy," Lucas said to Ms. Jessica, his lawyer, as he sat with Xavier, speaking right in front of her. "I think what you need to know is that we are fighting multiple wars, and this could be the last. How they came to team up against you is something I can't really comprehend, but I think there's much more to this as well.""Yes, there is much more to this, as you have said, which is why I need to be careful. I have done that with everything in me. We need to confront one of the business partners," she said to him."Who on earth among them will give me the actual reason for fighting me? Is it the association or the IT head as well? I'm just confused, Ms. Jessica," Lucas breathed out.Ms. Jessica nodded thoughtfully. "We need to approach this strategically. Let's start by meeting with the association head. He might have some answers."Xavier, who had been listening quietly, finally spoke up. "I agree with Jessica. We need to get to the bottom of this.
"Deniel, who must have paid you to hurt me and cause me tears?" Lucas asked, catching the vibe of the situation."No one paid me, Lucas. The truth remains that we had a deal," Deniel replied."What deal is that? When on Earth did I know you? I have no business with you. Why must you go this far to blaspheme me?" Lucas added.Deniel laughed. "Hahahahaha. You think you are the most intelligent businessman. The same man who treated me, Liam, and the Dickson family like a mess. You think you won't have to share what you have done?" he asked Lucas.Lucas stood looking at him, even as the whole world started believing Deniel. Unknown to Deniel, Lucas had a little recorder in his pocket connected to the officer outside. The conversation was ongoing."Now listen to me. You can only be free from this if you release the one under your custody. That's the only way I will release you," Deniel said."Please, I am ready to do everything in my power to release them. I have seen that you are stronger
“I don’t really get it. Lucas involved in fraud. Do you know what that means? The great shock it has caused me as well,” Lucas said to Mr. Williams. “We need to do something fast about it, unless we lose it all. But I still don’t believe you, Lucas,” Mr. Williams replied.“I don’t understand you, Mr. Williams,” Lucas said as Norah walked in.“Lucas, what is going on? I thought you had inherited all that your father made for you. Why are you involved in fraud?” she asked him.“Norah, are you the one saying this to me? The same Norah that promised to fight the challenge with me?” Lucas asked her.“I have made deep research on this. There is no difference from this. It all contains your signature and name, even the date and time. Everything you did illegally,” she paused and began to sob. “I thought you were responsible. That was why I had kids with you. I didn’t know you were a pretender.”“Norah, what has gotten into you? Do you know that it is your husband, Lucas, you are talking to i
"The battle is over," Xavier said to Lucas."Not yet, not until I have seen both Dickson and Mr. Liam end up in prison," Lucas replied. Unknown to Lucas, Roxanne had gone on with the most dangerous fight in him. He was surprised to hear from his lawyer, Ms. Jessica."What am I hearing from you? This should have come to you before now, but there's a lot going on in my head that I'm about to sort out," she said to him."Please, I don't really understand you. Did you call me to your office to tell me how busy you are?" he asked her."Not really, Mr. Lucas. Please, what is this?" she asked him, handing over a file.Lucas looked into the file. "I don't understand," he said."This was brought to my table. I was able to snatch it from the accusers. This is your signature on an illegal business deal with Mr. Francis," she said.Lucas stood up. "I don't understand you. Where and how did I get to know Mr. Francis? I don't know a name like that. I think there is a mistake somewhere," he answered
Bianca still felt love for Mark. "There is a birthday I would like you to attend with me," Mark said to her. "Really?" she asked him. "Yes," he answered with a smile. Bianca accepted the offer. Meanwhile, it was a setup with Xavier to get her down. The plan commenced. Bianca, who had felt uneasy, left the child with his new nanny and went to dine with Mark. As she walked into the birthday event, there was the sound of music playing. She asked, "Are you sure this is the birthday event?" Mark smiled and answered her, "Yes, this is the birthday event, and soon the celebrant will be out to have a handshake with me as well.""How would the celebrant have a handshake with you here outside when there are so many people to attend to?" she asked him. "You don't need to worry," Mark replied. Before Bianca could say another word, she was already surrounded by a group of police officers. "What is going on here?" she asked, raising her head to the other side of her right hand. "What is the meaning