Mandy was at Asher groups and company the next morning. She sat in the lobby and waited for her turn for the interview. She happened to be the last on the list out of 20 applicants. While she was waiting, she looked around the magnificent glass skyscraper. Everything about the company exuded class and competence. No wonder they have made such a big name for themselves. May suddenly feels small sitting in the lobby. Her company still has a long way to go, she admitted. But May gave herself some credits. She was rising so fast and paraventure she secured the partnership with Asher, she herself will make waves in no time."May Williams?" A beautiful lady called with a bright smile"Yes""Please come in now."May took a deep breath and followed the lady in. "We meet again, May Williams." Mandy looked up from her table when May approached, clasping her hands together. "Such a small world, isn't it." May returned the smile taking the seat across from Mandy when offered. "I wouldn't agree
The next morning at the Asher's residence, three men came in with two big boxes. "Doctor Great?" Mandy asked, offering a handshake. "Yes! That's me and these two men with me are my apprentices.""I'm pleased to have you here, please come in." Mandy said and led the way to her Grandpa's room. The apprentice, John and Billy set down the boxes. Looking at Grandpa Asher's condition, Dr Great let out a low grunt. "How long has he been this way?""For months now. But he has gotten a lot better since the last poison was treated.""Hmm, I see. When was the poison supposedly treated?""Few days ago, Doctor. "He should be better than this by now if only they used the right method." Dr Great shifted his glasses at the bridge of his nose, looking from the top of his glasses."What other method could be more effective? He used medicine from natural rare herbs and they are very effective.""But not as effective as what I'm about to introduce now." Dr Great said confidently. "What method do yo
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