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STREET KING: ASHLEY LOCKWOOD Chapter 28
The ride to school the next day was supposed to be a smooth one but he already had a feeling that there was going to be a problem, he could just already feel it. Bailey placed a hand across his shoulder. "Hey, I've missed you, Mr. Smith says that you should meet him in his office. Is there any problem again this time?" He shook his head at the accusations before smiling at her. She was the only one who made his day bright at school. "Why does he want to see me?" He repeated tiredly, not understanding why these teachers were suddenly feeling entitled to his time when he could just relax and wait."I feel like there's more to these incessant calls. I don't know what else he is calling me for." Archie's brows rose in mild confusion.Bailey tugged on his arm when she realized that he was carried away with the thought of having to figure out why the teacher sent for him."Don't dwell on that, we could see him together. I know that he won't try anything stupid with me in the mix, he can
STREET KING: ASHLEY LOCKWOOD Chapter 29
Archie walked toward his former school with a small smile on his face. A lot of people stared at him but he wasn't fazed by it. "Can you see the way they are staring at us? You're becoming a celebrity." Archie grinned at her before schooling his features. "I am just here to see what they have to do." "Do you want me to help you with the bleachers? I could act as your cheerleader even though I'm not supposed to." Bailey inquired.Archie wrinkled his nose and smiled. "Tell me what's up with you and Connor? Did you date him?" He inquired as they walked past his former dorm. "No, I didn't. Why would you even think that" "I don't know... It just flashed into my mind. I won't be surprised if there's a rapid change from you after a while. I just want to know what I am up against." He replied.A confused look rested on Bailey's face. So she stopped him, " Are you sure that you're okay? Did Connor say something to you that I'm not aware of?" She inquired. This was unlike him, he was feelin
STREET KING: ASHLEY LOCKWOOD Chapter 30
Archie rushed towards Sierra who had managed to crowd his girlfriend. "Get your hands off her." He told one of the students who grabbed Bailey's hands. Sierra walked in front of Bailey in an intimidating stance but she merely stared at her waiting for her to come closer before making sure that she received the beating of her life."Let them think that they are able to do anything while I show them otherwise." Bailey told him.The students laughed. "Will you all keep quiet?!" The teacher yelled but there was no response. Tension was high and there was a need to finally prove that she was the queen Bee of the school. "Can you imagine that?" Sierra scoffed in mockery before attempting to strike Bailey across the face only to be stopped by Archie holding her hand in a tight grip. "You wouldn't dare."Tommy walked up from that reclining chair and headed toward the site where they tried to beat his girlfriend. He was ready to fight till he lost a tooth. "Have you any shame at all? You w
STREET KING: ASHLEY LOCKWOOD Chapter 31
The principal took a look at the two boys who had been fighting a few hours ago and was pissed at their display of madness. There was no way in the world that he was going to support such foolery."Master Tommy and Master Archie, what can you say concerning your actions?" He began.Both boys glared at him for the longest twenty seconds of his life before finally speaking up. Archie went first. He was happy to have won Tommy at this game but he still wanted to gloat. "He started it first. I'm tired of giving him too much audience." He replied and was saddled with a blank stare. The principal was afraid for his job. It would only take the Mayor one call to get him removed or worse demoted after all his years of genuine service to the academic world."I don't think you understand what you're doing. If you did, I'm sure that you would continue all this nonsense. Have you ever taken time to consider that you're no longer kids? You're getting older daily and you're supposed to become a ro
STREET KING: ASHLEY LOCKWOOD Chapter 32
Tommy was stumped by the victory and wanted to sabotage him so he walked closer to him with a smirk on his face."You must be happy that you finally won something in your life. I mean, I know that it's not easy and all of that but do you think for a second that this would displace me from my throne?" The victorious smile wiped off from Archie's face as he stared at his arch-nemesis. This boy was grating on his last nerve and it took everything in him not to shout at him to get lost. He knew that was probably his goal."You are fond of wanting the downfall of others that you can't stomach that you're not the best player out there. This is supposed to be a friendly match but guess who has turned it into a competition? Yes, you, you believe that everyone is after your position when we couldn't care less." Archie snapped at a raging Tommy He was tired of allowing this spoiled brat to prance around like he was made from special linen. "You make me sick, gosh. I can't deal with you at all
STREET KING: ASHLEY LOCKWOOD Chapter 33
The team members broke into shouts as the couple walked away leaving Tommy and Sierra in sadness. He didn't believe that Bailey would stoop so low to date Archie. "That's just for show, they aren't actually dating or anything. You would believe anything that is dangled before you, just how gullible can you be?" Sierra slammed them. Some of their school members began to murmur beneath their breath. "I don't know what you're thinking about but this is not what's happening. Bailey doesn't chase clout unlike some people, so definitely she's not trying to do any of what you accused her of. If you please and you want to make sure that you reduce the noise, I think that you should try to emulate her." Winnie, a girl from Sierra's school spoke up She was tired of everyone treating them like some god. They were just like them so what was the essence of unnecessary show off. Sierra took an intimidating move toward her. "You dare speak to me in that manner?" She demanded and Winnie stared at
STREET KING: ASHLEY LOCKWOOD Chapter 34
Archie's cell phone chimed and he had no choice than to pick it up to see who had called. It was none other than his father. Why was the marshall calling? He reasoned but didn't know how to go about it. He picked up the call in good faith, they had not spoken since the last time he went to the house for a supposed meeting which didn't later work out. "Hello, sir." He spoke warmly, but silently hoping that nothing life-threatening was happening to the man. It was very weird for him to call like this but now that it was happening, he had no choice than to answer him."I don't know why you're acting strangely. Do you know who is talking?" His father inquired and he nodded. "Yes, I do. I was just hoping that you were fine. I don't want to hear any evil report concerning you. It would be so disheartening." He responded."Yeah, I figured, anyway, I want you to be present at my housewarming party tomorrow. I will buy you good clothes that befit your identity, it would be surprising if you
STREET KING: ASHLEY LOCKWOOD Chapter 35
Archie arrived in front of the mansion with a small smile. He had booked a cab, the most expensive in the city, so that he didn't look like the worst person in the city. All he had to do was to make sure that he wasn't at any disadvantage physically so that he didn't get taken for granted. "You're welcome" he was told when he got to the gate. Two bouncers stared at him calmly like he was not supposed to be here but they didn't say anything when he showed them his invite. Now, the invite wasn't granted to just anybody, it was a way of solidifying that truly you were invited."May I go in now please?" He inquired when they kept on staring at him as if he was committing a crime that he was unaware of. For some it wasn't intentional for the others, it was. "Yes, you may. Do you need anyone to show you the way?" One of the bouncers called. It was a subtle way of asking if their voice followed him because they didn't think that he was up to standard. Archie's head whipped back as soon a
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EPILOGUE
8 months later,There is a popular saying; the ship is never afraid of the wind but rather it bends to it and dances to its tune of direction and relief.Trees who don't bend in the wind break. The wind is a pivotal feature of the human life as it is responsible for every occurrence that happens in human life. When you learn to bend, you fit everywhere. When you learn to bend you navigate the wind with your curved hands and control it. Archibald Lockwood has seen the storm, he had dined in the whirlwind and he had learned to embrace the raging tornado and walk inside of it. He learned to toil a dry land and water it with his tears of frustration and discouragement, and sweat of weariness and hunger.When he stood in front of the magnificent building which bore the name *Lockwood Enterprises* he closed his eyes and recounted how he had begun his life up to this moment. It was a different kind of wind,a different kind of struggle at every phase of his life. He smiled, watching the sun
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Chapter 165 - The Wedding
The wedding began around 12:00 p.m. in the afternoon. The venue of the wedding was the family's yard which was filled to the brim with men of high class and caliber. Many of them were Marshall's colleagues from the military, oil and gas moguls,big celebrities and even politicians.It was a dream come true for Bailey, as every eye felt upon her in awe. She'd chosen to wear a lace turtleneck gown and a very transparent veil. There was no doubt that she looked beautiful and that she would be gracing the cover of the biggest wedding magazine in the country for a long time to come. Archie on the other hand was as stunning as ever, very much the desired man any woman would wish to have. He stood tall in his three piece suit, his brown eyes emitting the soft rays of the midday sun. His jet black hair had been dressed and combed to give a gentlemanly appearance. Once the band began to play the piano, Bailey's father took her by the hand and slowly started leading her to the aisle, where Arc
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Chapter 164 - Surprises
Archie waited for Bailey at the parking lot, feeling his heartbeat with tension and anticipation. He decided to protect his now grown reputation by standing under one of the trees, so that the darkness can shade his presence. A part of him still felt bad about Bailey's parents and how he had to leave them unresponsive. His heart had been clouded with pain, as memories of the ill treatment he had gotten from them reeled in his head. He drew a deep breath and closed his eyes, attempting to relax his taut nerves. This was the beginning of the end, and now that he had been vindicated, there was nothing left for him to think of. He ran his hand over his pocket, the tiny box was still there. When he opened his eyes he saw Bailey in the parking lots, looking around in search for him. “Hey! I'm here,” he called out loudly, waving his hands to catch her attention. She turned around at the sound of his voice, but when she was still not able to get his direction he walked out from under the
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Chapter 163 - Parent's Regret
When the cameras flashing on Archie increased, he knew that he was already live on television. Every home was tuned into this station, every eye fixated on him.“Hmm,hmm”The throat clearing coughing of the presenter jolted him out of his thoughts. “You said you are who again?” Archie twisted his lips into a smirk as he chuckled lightly. There was sarcasm in the bald headed man's voice. He obviously thought he had come to humiliate himself just as everyone in the world was thinking. He adjusted his sitting position, crossing his legs. “I am Archibald Lockwood. The heir to the Lockwood empire.”The smile on the presenter's face dissipated immediately, becoming replaced with unease, the kind that left his eyes widened, and his jaw agape. Archie could feel the same silence, echoing through the land. The same shock on the presenter's face spread across every face in the land including Bailey's parents' own. It felt good, being a glistening debutante to the world who had undermined him
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Chapter 162 - Parent's Approval
“Thank you all for being here,” Bailey began, keeping her gaze steady as she stood at the head of the table.. Her father narrowed his eyes. “What’s the point of this meeting, Bailey? You know how we feel about your... decisions.”Ignoring the dismissive tone, Bailey pressed on. “Since I’m taking control of the company. It’s time for a change, and I want to merge with Archie’s business.”The murmurs around the table rose like a tide, disbelief etched across their faces. “You can’t be serious,” her father barked, slamming his hand against the table, causing the coffee cups to rattle. “Archie is beneath us. He doesn’t belong in this world.”“Actually,” Bailey retorted, her voice slicing through the air, “I don’t care about your opinions anymore. I believe in Archie and his vision. He has more integrity than anyone in this room.” She locked eyes with her father, refusing to back down, her hands clenched into fists at her sides. “You’re making a mistake,” her mother interjected softly.
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Chapter 161- Dealt Cards
“Mom, I’m not about to do anything reckless,” Archie responded, realizing he wasn't going to get through with them; this was something he'll have to do himself.There was no way he would let his step siblings get away with everything they had done they would pay one way or another.Emily’s eyes searched his a bit doubtful he meant what he said. “Archie, I understand your anger, but chasing them won’t bring you peace. You’ve got your life ahead of you. Think about it.” She leaned forward, the tension in her body visible as she reached out, her fingers brushing his arm.“I get it. I’ll keep my head clear.” He forced a smile, a façade he hoped would ease her anxiety.As she turned away, Archie stepped outside, he pulled out his phone and dialed Simon’s number.“Hey, Archie! Everything alright?” Simon’s voice crackled through the line, filled with curiosity.“Not really,” Archie muttered, glancing around to ensure no one was nearby. “I need you to help me keep an eye on my siblings. They’
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Chapter 160 - New Wave
Archie strode into the office the next morning with an air of command, his footsteps steady against the polished marble floor. The scent of fresh coffee mingled with the leather-bound scent of documents, yet there was something else in the atmosphere- his dominance. He scanned the faces of his employees, his gaze sharp, and his posture upright like a king on his throne.There was no room for forgiveness. With a flick of his wrist, Archie motioned to his assistant. "Gather them," he ordered simply.Soon enough, the ones who had wronged him stood before him. Archie watched them, letting the silence grow thick before he spoke.“Your time here is over,” Archie declared, shocking them.“You can’t just—"Archie raised a hand, palm out, halting him mid-sentence. “This is my company. I decide who stays and who leaves. And none of you deserve to stay.”The others exchanged nervous glances, their bodies tense but none of them.dared speak.One by one, they were led out. As the door clicked shut
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Chapter 159
The gates of the juvenile home creaked open, and Archie stepped inside, he could already tell the meeting wasn't going to end well as he moved down the narrow corridor. The dull thud of footsteps echoed against the concrete floor. He spotted the living room and his step siblings pacing the room.As he entered his footsteps drew their attention, their eyes locked on him but he didn't flinch, already used to it. There was no warmth, no welcome, just the cold resentment that had festered for years. "Archie," Rhyder’s voice broke the silence, more a statement than a greeting. "Here to play the hero again?"Archie stood still for a moment, his jaw clenched. He could taste the bitterness of the conversation to come, already lingering on his tongue. "I'm not here to save anyone," he finally spoke, keeping his voice even. "Just to hear what's going on."Meg scoffed. "You should know by now. Dad washed his hands of us. Threw us all to the wolves except you right?." Her lips curled, but it was
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Chapter 158 - The Final Verdict
Murmurs filled the courtroom but no one was able to say anything against her order. They were going to behave exactly the way she had said they should. "I will be waiting for each of them to appear. I have already invited them to the court and we are going to get to the bottom of this issue today once and for all." She announced happily. She was always joyful whenever she had the opportunity to free the oppressed. It was later she got to know Archie's real identity. He wasn't the usual person that she thought he was. He was Marshall's son so she was not surprised by the way he was bold to prove his points. It was only people who had something to hide that would shy away from prosecution. She hoped for his step siblings sake that they did not have a hand in this because she was going to go hard on them and not even Marshall would tell her to stop. They tried to tarnish the young man's image everywhere. There were lots of posters and caricatures made of him as people thought he was
