Mandy could not breathe. It was as if something blocked her chest and restricted her flow. What did the man just say? Did he really throw away the medication? Her grandpa will finally die, thanks to her bad decisions. "Do you know the implications of what you have just done?" Declan growled. Even Declan was beginning to fear. Those herbs are very rare and the portion Billy wasted was the last. He had gone out of his way to get it the first time. "It didn't look like anything important. It looked more like a dirty smelly mixture to me. Why would anyone keep something that dirty in a beautiful jar like that?" Billy pointed at the jar that used to contain the medicine. "I'm sure that jar cost a fortune so I would rather put it to good use." Billy shrugged. Declan's hand folded in a fist at his sides. He was trying to contain his anger. The boy Billy was only but an apprentice. He didn't blame him for not knowing much. "That mixture you call smelly and dirty is what has kept my gr
Declan grinned grimly at Dr Great words. He wasn't surprised at the very least. "Fine. The floor is yours to finish what you started." Declan shrugged and stepped back. Mandy gasped. "You mean finish what he started by killing off my grandpa finally?!" Mandy asked loudly. The only thing Dr Great started was damages and finishing it means tragedy for her. "Oh, my bad. I mean fix the mess he created." Declan corrected to make Mandy feel better. The scowl on Dr Great's face deepened. Was this amature making fun of him? How dare he? He must teach him a lesson! "Not only will you lick our feet, but I want two of your teeth in a jar!" Dr Great announced and everybody in the room sighed in surprise.Declan's demeanor was calm and he looked unaffected. "You make the rules, doctor. But have it in mind that whoever makes a rule abides by the rules. Now please save the dying man, we don’t have the entire day." Declan said, ending the argument. They were wasting time and grandpa Asher didn't
"Let's have it doctor"Declan sneered, approaching. "Don't you dare—come close to me!" Dr Great seethed as he dragged his buttocks backwards on the floor. "But a deal is a deal, remember? You made the rules yourself.""I'd rather die than lick your feet!""I see you also have a death wish""You, have the death wish! Lay a finger on me and see what becomes of you!"Dr Great threatened. He guessed Declan doesn't know him and the kind of influence he has. If he did, he wouldn't be breathing the same air as him. Declan had paused on his tracks to fetch something from a box. Billy looked from his master to Declan, then spoke to his master. "Master, let's run now he seems to be distracted!""What do you mean to run? That will make our master look weak" John countered. "But... This man looks scary, I don't want him to harm us!""It's just him against the three of us, don't be a coward!""But...""Enough!" Dr. Great yelled. "No one is running from a worthless piece of shit. He must pay
"Just name it.""There will be a little tweak in what you're asking.""It's just for you to pick a partner, Declan. "I will only recommend it. Leave your HR to their job to make the final decision."Mandy heaved a sigh "It's my company Declan and I....""Things should be done the right way regardless.""Okay. If you insist." Mandy rolled her eyes, slapping the file shut. She had guessed that Declan would pick May and was ready to work with her if that meant making it up him. But it seemed he was not a big fan of the idea. Declan nevertheless nodded in agreement. He obviously wanted this opportunity for May, but also believed she should get it by her own merit not because he picked her in. She was competent and the best person for the job. The HR will spot that right away. Mandy shifted from her office seat, standing on her feet. "Since you can't pick me a partner, can you at least accompany me to a meeting with one?" "I'm free for the next couple of hours.""Let's make good use o
It was the opening ceremony. May Williams sat in her living room sipping from her champagne glass. She was dressed in her night robe, her hair dropped free at her back. Footsteps approached from the hallway. "You have to be kidding me! What are you doing dressed like that?! The ceremony is few hours!""Not now mom, I already told you I'm not going.""Hell you won't. Now get up now!""There she goes again" May rolled her eyes. "I will do more if you don’t lift your ass off that seat. Do you even know what you're doing? How will you miss a great opportunity like this one?""There’s nothing to miss. She won't pick me so forget it.""And what makes you think that? You’re very much qualified. You're young, smart and single handedly revived a dying company to stand tall. I bet there's no other person more qualified than you're."May flashed a fake smile. "That was quite flattering. But you won't understand."May turned away, her attention snapping back to her phone. Clara gazed at her dau
Nathan's scowl deepened. It was as though hot steam fumed from his body. "But..." May began in confusion, then paused with a flash in her eyes. Realization struck her. Could Nathan be here for the same reason as everyone else?"OMG." Her hands flew to her mouth. She didn't ask for any of this.~"Thanks for coming." "It was a pleasure. What you did here today was exceptional. Keep the good work going." "Oh I will. Have a safe drive" Mandy shook hands with the last guest and watched his ride leave. She turned to her company. "It's just us now" She smiled, glancing around. Everywhere was empty, like it wasn't swamped with dinner guests just some moments ago."Champagne?" "Water." May's tone was cold. "A glass of champagne and water please." Mandy called out to the bartender.Moments of silence past between the ladies. They had a lot to say to each other but seemed to be waiting for the first to speak up."Why did you do it?" May started. "The Mandy's movement? You know, growing
At the Ashers' residence, Two men sat at the living room bearing gifts. They were dressed in a neat blue suits with their shades on. Mandy constantly glanced at the entrance, looking out for Declan. She had called him as soon as the men showed up. She didn't want to let them in at first, but they mentioned they were sent by Jordan Smith. Out of courtesy, Mandy had let them in but she was not letting them go anywhere close to her grandpa. Once bitten, twice shy. "Our boss would come himself, but he had an emergency.""Tell him I received his call in with thanks." Mandy gave a tight smile "Can we go in now? We have gifts for The Director.""Oh no—my grandfather does not receive visitors. Everyone see me instead.""We insist ma'am. Our boss wants us to present these gifts to the Director himself. He also wants to know how his very good friend is doing... Through our eyes, of course.""Tell your boss his friend is recovering and his granddaughter appreciates his kindness." May's tone
Declan stepped onto the porch of the Smith's villa, about to take the door handle. The shrill sound of his ringtone erupted, bringing him to a halt. He let out a frustrated groan before fishing out his phone from his pocket. "Hello?" He growled and listened to the caller say something. "On my way, now" He dropped the call without waiting for a reply. Glancing one last time at the door that stood between him and his target, he let out a low groan before turning to leave. The next morning, Jordan woke up in the arms of his hoes. They had a pleasure filled night and celebrated to the fullest. He was reluctant to get out of bed. He might as well take some days off now his competition has been struck out. He got off the bed regardless, eager to read the morning papers and what it has to say about the abrupt dismissal of the Titanium queen. "Titanium my foot." He scoffed. After hours of freshening up, Jordan Smith sat at the table head in a golden robe. A banquet has been prepared be