Chapter Two Hundred And Four; Surprise GuestMelissa had never felt so happy and fulfilled in her entire life. As she walked up the driveway to her son's house, she felt a sense of pride and joy knowing that he still lived in the same house she had gifted him five years ago, when she had just found out that he was her son. She had spent so many years wondering about him, worrying about him, and finally, after all these years, she had found him and could not be more grateful.She could now also be able to openly go and see him because she’s already mentioned it to Patrick and even though she wasn’t aware of whether he had accepted him or not, she couldn’t care less and couldn’t be affected by whether or not he was affected, he should even be lucky if she even forgives him at this rate. She was greeted by a group of workers who were doing some renovations on the house, and they looked at her with curiosity and suspicion. They were unsure whether to allow her to enter the house without
Chapter Two Hundred And Five; Happy Thoughts Lucas had just finished his evening routine and was ready to retire for the night. He had a busy day, but the highlight of it was when his mother came to visit him. It had been a while since he last saw her, and her presence had brought a sense of joy and peace to his home.As he walked towards his bedroom, Lucas couldn't help but smile, thinking of the moments he had shared with his mother earlier that day. She had cooked him his favorite meal, and they had spent hours talking about old memories and catching up on each other's lives. Lucas felt grateful to have such a loving mother who always made an effort to stay connected.Lucas entered his bedroom and paused for a moment to take in the peace and quiet of the room. He had decorated it with calming colors and a soft bed that made him feel relaxed as soon as he lay on it. He took off his clothes, put on his pajamas, and walked towards his bed.As he climbed into bed, Lucas felt a sense o
Chapter Two Hundred And Six; Getting MomComfortable Hence which is why he had been busy lately, taking his dreams of becoming really great to the core. With the Melaka’s already losing their grounds in the business world, and the Barons acting like they were no longer interested in fighting and dragging any business that LUCAS now invests in, he had more than enough and ample time, with less competitors to achieve such his goals. Lucas couldn't have gotten a perfect time to make his move, than now that no one seemed to pay much attention to him.Within a month, Lucas had completely dominated the market, and the two businesses were left struggling to keep up. They had never expected a small business like Lucas's to be able to compete with them, let alone dominate the market. Lucas had become a force to be reckoned with, and he was enjoying every moment of it.Lucas knew that he had taken a calculated risk, but he also knew that he had done everything right. He had put in the time,
Chapter Two Hundred And Seven; Take Care Of Each other.As Lucas stood up to retire for the night and reluctantly made his way back to his room, he couldn't help but notice that the smile on his mother's face had faded when she thought he wasn't looking at her. He could tell that something was troubling her, and he couldn't shake the feeling that he should try to find out what it was that bothered her.But at the same time, he didn't want to make her feel uncomfortable or like he was prying into her personal life. He knew that his mother was a private person, and he respected her boundaries.So instead of asking her directly, he decided to give her some space and time to relax and settle in. He retired to his own room, hoping that whatever was bothering her would soon pass and that she would be able to enjoy her stay in his house.As he lay in bed, however, he couldn't shake the feeling that something was amiss. He tossed and turned, trying to push the thoughts out of his mind, but t
Chapter Two Hundred And Eight; celebrations. They were excited about the future, and they knew that they had the power to shape it in their favour as they recalled the events of the day. It was safe to say that the two were now powerful, especially, LUCAS who had other traces of excellence in his own company as well. The two decided to go to the pub and celebrate the great outcome of the event. After the successful meeting at EGTech, Lucas and James were in high spirits. They decided to head back to Lucas' pub to celebrate their accomplishments and enjoy some well-deserved relaxation time.As they walked through the doors of the pub, they were greeted by the familiar sights and sounds of the place. The smell of freshly brewed beer and the sound of people laughing and chatting filled the air, and Lucas and James couldn't help but smile.They made their way to the bar and ordered a round of drinks. As they sat down, they talked excitedly about the meeting and the future of the compa
Chapter Two Hundred And Nine; Meeting Elio Galikeo.“Lucas, I’ll have to get going” James said, as he turned to Lucas right before entering the taxi, they were supposed to go hike together, but something came up and James received a phone call so he had to leave early. Lucas however didn’t mind since his friend also had a life of his own, he allowed him to head out first, and ensured that the pub was still running smoothly before he left.After having a round at the pub, he was about to step out of the bar when he suddenly heard someone call his name. He was surprised that his name, “Lucas, was being called, without any honorary suffix added to it, so he knew for sure that it wasn’t his workers or any of his customers.Lucas was surprised to hear his name called out as he was leaving the bar. When he turned around, he saw Mr. Elio Galileo, the owner of a mighty tech company, standing before him. Lucas had just finished a long day and was looking forward to heading home, but he could
Chapter Two Hundred And Ten; Worries and insecurities Lucas walked out of the bar feeling relieved that the conversation with Mr. Galileo had gone well. He immediately took out his phone and called James to tell him what had happened."Hey, James," Lucas said when James picked up the phone. He was so eager to share any form of information with James that for a minute he forgot that James actually had a reason to leave first because he needed to be somewhere, and luckily for him, James immediately picked the call, and even acted like he wasn’t disturbed. "Hey, Lucas, what's up?" James asked."Guess who I just ran into at the bar?" Lucas said, excitement in his voice."Who?" James asked, sounding curious."Mr. Galileo," Lucas replied."What? The CEO of the tech company we just acquired shares in?" James asked, sounding surprised."Yeah, he came up to me and we had a conversation," Lucas said."And?" James asked eagerly."It went well," Lucas said, sounding relieved. "He didn't seem up
Chapter Two Hundred And Eleven; Turning To AlcoholLucas knew that his mother was waiting for him at home, so he didn’t drink too much that day, and he still made sure to reach home in time. As Lucas finished his conversation with James, his thoughts turned to his mother. He knew she had come over earlier that day and was waiting for him at home. Lucas felt a sense of warmth and comfort knowing that his mother was there, offering her unwavering support.Leaving the pub behind, Lucas made his way home, driving through the familiar streets with a sense of anticipation. The evening had been eventful, filled with conversations, uncertainties, and new challenges. But in the midst of it all, he found solace in the thought of his mother's presence, waiting for him in the living room.As he stepped into his house and closed the door behind him, Lucas was immediately greeted by a familiar scent—a blend of her favorite perfume and the delicious aroma of a home-cooked meal. The comforting fragr