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Throughout the following weeks was more occupied for Jake as he also prepared for his wedding. His wedding was scheduled to be held in three months, he and Claire Larryson often met to plan things and also get to know each other better.Today, he was supposed to meet Zara over an ice cream. They already planned the night before that they'd see each other. Well, after that night he and Zara spoke, and they became friends and exchanged numbers. They constantly kept in touch and Jake used every opportunity he had to visit the clubhouse and have a few drinks with her. There was something different about Zara that he couldn't find in any woman. Was it her jovial attitude? Or her open-mindedness? He didn't know, but he knew he wanted more.Jake's phone suddenly rang, drifting him from his thoughts. He picked up the call at the second ring and placed the phone closer to his ear.“Sorry, I couldn't call you sooner.” A female voice sprang out of the phone.Jake chuckled softly as he closed h
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Zara ran out of the restaurant and hid in an alley beside it. She knew Jake would come after her which is the reason she hid. She panted heavily as she kept her right palm on her forehead to calm herself. Soon, she sighted Jake searching around for her. Zara watched as he constantly stomped his left foot in frustration. After a while, she saw him get into his car and drove off. Zara sighed in relief and contemplated if it was right to leave the alley sooner."Brr." Her phone buzzed suddenly and she searched for it in her purse. After seeing the phone, she picked up the call and brought it closer to her hearing."Zara!" A voice yelled her name in nervousness through the phone."Max?" Zara asked as she wondered why her brother was calling her with another number."Where are you Zara?" Max asked curiously. "Did something happen?" Zara asked as she could sense the slight hesitation and worry in his voice."It's Father, he..." Max's voice trailed off as he was cut short by a long sigh o
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Still at the hospital, Jake looked at Zara's father in confusion, he knew he had not mentioned his name since his arrival, yet the Man mentioned his surname too.“Father, how did you know his name?” Zara asked slowly as she exchanged glances with Jake.“Are you truly Jake Robinson?” Their Father asked again and Jake nodded in agreement.Zara's Father, Mr. Gabriel, signaled for them to help him sit up and they assisted him. Zara quickly fixed a pillow to support his back while he rested his head on the wall.“I've heard so much about you. My instincts told me you were the one.” Mr Gabriel spoke more slowly as his eyes scanned the drip in his hands.“I don't remember discussing Jake with you Dad, how come?” Zara asked curiously as she folded her arms.“I've seen him on the news before. I admire the fact you are smart and young. Like the way you won the case against the Y&S company.”Mr Gabriel stated.That was when Jake realized that the news about his victory was broadcast. How could he
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Jake stood skeptical in his office. He was confused about why his family was at the shareholder's meeting. He sighed helplessly and looked at Agata who in turn looked at him in agitation.“Sir.” Agatha started. “We should head down to the meeting room, the shareholders are awaiting your arrival,” Agatha concluded as she picked up her notepad and took the files on Jake's table. Meanwhile, Jake sighed slowly and picked up his laptop. “Alright, let's go,” Jake spoke and they began walking out of his office.Lots of things were going on in Jake's thoughts as he wondered why his Family members wanted to ruin him at all costs. He knew for sure that they weren't there to silently listen to what he had to say. Jake had a bad feeling that the shareholders’ meeting wouldn't end well. They finally got to the Meeting room, Jake's secretary, Mr Steve ushered him to his seat and everyone stood up to welcome his arrival, apart from his family of course. Mrs Rosalie snickered at the respect the ot
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Jake, still with his phone placed in his ear, looked at Georgina in confusion. Why was she acting up because he was on the phone with a woman?“I'll call you back, take care,” Jake said to Zara before ending the call. He dropped his phone on the table and folded his arms.Georgina likewise, looked at Jake in shock. She didn't want to believe when Agatha said Jake was seeing Claire Larryson, and if she wasn't mistaken, was that not the voice she heard?“I was on a phone call and you interrupted.” Jake expressed his displeasure as he looked at the confused Georgina.“I…” her voice trailed off as she darted her eyes left and right, trying to avoid making eye contact with Jake.“Yes, I was talking to a woman, what was that all about? Should I talk to any woman again?” Jake asked her and she raised her head to meet Jake's gaze on her. Georgina felt Jake was already angry so she walked closer to him.” It's not like that, I'm sorry.” She spoke softly in embarrassment.“Now, you've created a
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“what do you want to have all to yourself?” Maron asked Again as he watched the two girls look at him in shock yet surprise.“Maron?” Georgina mumbled as she continued looking at him. Maron fixed his hands in his pocket as he smirked slightly.” Why? Are you surprised?” He asked as he glanced briefly at Agatha.“Leave us!” He ordered and Agatha glared at him furiously. “You don't have the right to tell me to leave here. If anyone here is meant to leave, that should be you.” Agatha gritted her teeth.“Oh really?” Maron asked nonchalantly as he strolled closer to Agatha. He walked past her and sat at the initial bench they were sitting on. “What do you want?” Georgina asked in annoyance.” What I want.. .” He chuckled softly as he looked at both of them.“I doubt you have what I want,” Maron spoke in mockery as he picked up Georgina's milkshake and sipped from it.“You…” Georgina started as she clenched her fist in anger.” How dare you.” She spoke aloud.“Is it bad to drink from my fianc
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Jake felt the hot soup which poured on his clothes, scald his arm a little. He winced a little in pain and looked at Claire.“Oh my gosh! I'm so sorry, I…” Claire began panicking, causing the others to look in their direction. Mrs Jenny Larryson ran towards them and covered her mouth in shock.“I'm fine, don't worry.” Jake forced out a smile on his face as he stared at Claire. Meanwhile,Mrs Jenny Larryson couldn't agree to that fact. She sighted his scalded arms and exclaimed bitterly.“Oh geez! Take him to the restroom, I'd get first aid.” Mrs jenny spoke as she quickly walked out of the dining room.“Why can't you be careful!” General Ismael Larryson yelled at his daughter. “ Show him where to clean up.” He ordered and immediately, Claire ushered Jake to the visitor's room. “It's nothing, I'm alright.” Jake mumbled slowly as he gazed at the worried Claire. “It's my fault, I was acting clumsy.” Claire said with moist eyes. They finally got to the room and Jake looked around the lar
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Jake wore his Favorite white tee shirt and Knee-length dark shorts with the latest dark and white Nike edition Snickers to complement his dress. He checked himself out from the mirror and smiled in satisfaction.Not only that but his hands reached out to the dark shades he kept on the table after which he grabbed the car keys and dashed out of the house. Before he left the house he had already ordered the maid to feed his dog at a specific time Since he didn't know when he'd be back from his date with Zara.Jake checked his phone for the umpteenth time for Zara's message. He had texted her the location but she didn't reply yet. “Why hasn't she replied?” Jake mumbled wryly as he stepped into his car. He sighed helplessly, Jake thought he had prepared faster and was conflicted if he should start the ignition and get there before the scheduled time. After moments of thought, Jake switched on his ignition and zoomed out of his premises.Meanwhile, Zara already arrived at the restaurant
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THREE MONTHS LATER…Everyone gathered in the courthouse, to hear the most influential people in the country get punished, the media hovered around the premises of the courtroom to await the judge's order before creating Their own story. It was a thing of shock when the people realized the masterminds behind everything and they couldn't help but feel bad for pointing accusing fingers at Jake and equally dragging his name to the Mud. Those online trolls deleted their accounts and went to hide in order not to face the wrath of the people. Jake had just arrived at the courthouse, looking more handsome, polished, and smart. It may seem as though Jake had gotten over what they did to him and had moved on. Everyone was happy to see him and prayed he lived longer to enjoy all he had labored for.Mike, who has become Jake's best friend, also arrived and entered the courtroom. He was quite surprised at the number of people gathered to hear the final judgment which was to be passed on by the j
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After Jake left the cell where his Family was kept, he went back to the reception and sat silently on a bench. There was this urge to break down and cry uncontrollably. He had suffered from those he regarded as family including Claire.Everything felt like a dream to him and he wanted to wake up to the time his Mother was still alive, probably when he was still young, he could have cajoled his mom into running, but his mother was an orphan, they had no family. Jake bowed his head and placed his hands at the sides of his cheek to support his head. Suddenly, he heard footsteps approaching and he raised his head slowly to look at the person. It was none other than Claire. The anger in him rose as he glared at her coldly, he couldn't believe he had anything to do with Claire. Likewise, he didn't believe she was capable of doing such a thing to him. “Jake…I..” Claire started.“Don't you dare mention my name again,” Jake warned and Claire gulped nothing down her throat. Claire moved clo
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Jenny Larryson has been feeling troubled since the beginning of the day. There have been ominous instances happening and she feared something bad was about to happen. Firstly, the mirror in her room mysteriously cracked. Then while she was cleaning the kitchen, she broke her husband's favorite mug which had never happened before. Jenny told all these to her husband who shrugged and told her nothing was about to happen. “ Once I catch Strausser, everything will be over. I'd go out very soon. Maybe the feeling you are having is of good luck, I might find a Strausser today.” General Ismael Larryson spoke to his wife who nodded. “It's almost afternoon, should I make tea for you?” Jenny asked and her husband nodded.“Alright. I will be back in five minutes.” Jenny announced and she rushed to make tea for her husband. A few minutes later, she came back with a tray containing a kettle and tea cups. Likewise, she placed it before him and poured some tea from the kettle into the tea cup.
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It's been a day since Strausser was captured and put in the cell. Jake had warned the police not to relay anything to the media until Strausser's questioning. He didn't want the remaining culprit to run away. He was tired of playing hide and seek.Very early that morning, Jake prepared himself and went to the police station. Once he got there, he met Detective Paul and Mike waiting for him. “You are just in time for his interrogation. But you'd have to stay in the waiting room while I go in to interrogate him.” Detective Paul spoke and Jake nodded.“I will go with you too. I have some questions to ask concerning Zara's case.” Mike spoke and Detective Paul nodded. He couldn't refuse because Mike was also a detective, but a private detective.“There's this room where you can see and hear everything we speak about. The transparent window is just the barrier. I will lead you there now.” Detective Paul spoke and all of them began walking to the room. Once they got there, Jake met their ch
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It was early the next morning when Strausser woke up to prepare to go to the airport. Vanessa was kind enough to run him a water heater so he could use it to take his bath since the weather hasn't been considerate lately.Also, she decided to prepare breakfast early too so he could partake before going. There was this unfathomable join on her face that even she too was surprised. But she knew deep down that she was happy that Strausser was finally leaving her house for good. Not only was she happy because he was leaving, she was also happy that Her husband wasn't taking him to the airport. What if he drops him off at the airport and they note him as the wanted criminal accomplice? Most especially when he once had a criminal record with Jake and he is an ex-convict, it'd be very easy to arrest him and jail him for doing nothing.That was the reason why she kicked against the idea of Strausser staying in her house together with her little kids. She didn't want them to know their Dad wa
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Claire held the phone tightly in fear, fingers crossed hoping Jake hadn't found out about her involvement in everything.“I can't believe you'd do such a thing,” Jake spoke again and Claire gulped in fear.“Wh… what have I done?” Claire stuttered“You are still asking what you did? What did you do?” Jake asked and her breathing changed to a heavy one.“I don't know what I have done,” Claire stated“You went to see the doctor without me Again. Why do I have to find out through the doctor!” Jake yelled and Claire heaved a sigh of relief. Thank goodness that wasn't what Jake wanted to say. She almost lost it at that moment.“I'm sorry babes, It wasn't time for my check-up but I had to go and explain some symptoms I was having. She prescribed some drugs which were supposed to be delivered today.” Claire explained.“It's the same drug the doctor called me to pick up, why didn't you tell me about your symptoms? Aren't I part of the responsibility?” Jake asked in disappointment.“You're part
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It may seem as though the gloominess that covered the Robinson's residence was swapped with an anxious one. It's been days since Jefferson promised to find Strausser but it was to no avail. At some point, Jefferson became scared of the consequences but seeing his mother lying in the morgue boosted his efforts. There was also an alarming matter arising that Jake had to call for an urgent family meeting.It was about Clara wanting to bury her mother immediately and Jake had ordered them not to touch her corpse from the morgue or they face his wrath. Jefferson heard it and became angry, thus the issue of the meeting.At exactly 2 in the afternoon of that day, Jake majestically walked to their regular meeting rule and was rather to see their Angry yet scared faces. Jake had expected to meet a scornful one since that was how they treated him in the house.“You organized a meeting scheduled to be held about thirty minutes ago. If you wanted to come late, why did you tell us to come at that
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Strausser and John were partners In crime ten years ago. They had met after Strausser was kicked out of his military camp and was stripped of his position. At first, he was angry that he was kicked out knowing fully well he killed him to protect himself. After a while, Strausser sobered up and believed no one deserved to live.On a fateful day, he sat lazily in the bus station, waiting for the bus when a pregnant lady sat beside him. From her look, she had been crying and he was moved to ask her what had happened. That was when she told him how she was embarrassed by her husband's mistress because she was rich. Now, her husband had turned away from her and wanted to divorce her. “If there's anyone that can kill those two, I'd pay half a million.” Those were the words of the pregnant woman and Strausser became interested. He could do it and earn a lot of money. Besides, he had no source of income. After a lot of briefing, Strausser agreed to help her out and that was how Strausser
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Claire sighed for the umpteenth time this afternoon as she thought about everything that happened. She couldn't help but think she was at fault and blamed herself. If only she didn't call Strausser to warn him, probably Mrs Rosalie would still be alive. Claire feels guilty that things had to end that way for Mrs Rosalie but then, she has to be extra careful, no one knows where Strausser is at the moment, what if he comes for her and kills her?“My baby.” Claire unknowingly touched her slightly protruding belly in fear. She didn't want to do anything that would harm the baby.“My Father is a military man, why should I be scared?” Claire tried to console herself but deep down she knew her Dad might not be able to save her. Suddenly, General Ismael Larryson came into Claire's room and stood in front of her in worry.” What is the problem, Dad?” His daughter asked.“I haven't seen Osman in days, I went to his hideout but found only his phone.” Her father answered.“What? That's strange…
