The staff in the mall began to troop toward Nathan in their bid to offer the Alcantara heir the best service.
A petite rushed toward him wheeling the shopping cart while other staff stood before him with bright smiles. “You can give me the list of the items you need Mr. Alcantara.” One of the staff offered to shop for Nathan.“I’ll lead you to the manager’s office. Once the items are ready, I will deliver them to you.” Another staff stepped outNathan was stunned and for a moment he was completely rendered speechless. Is that what elites face in the mall? He wondered, rolling his eyes around the crowd of staff forming around him. He was grateful at that point that he came to the mall as Alex Alcantara else he might never have gotten the chance to experience such preferential treatment.“You all should carry on with your work and pretend that I’m here. I’ll help myself.” Nathan told them.“Is everything set?” Dory asked her assistant who was hurrying after her.They got into the elevator.She had left the event hall a few minutes ago to check on the guys at the entrance. She had ensured the team she arranged to welcome Alex Alcnatara was at their post at the reception.“I want everything to be perfect.” Dory maintained and wiped the sweat that had teamed up on her forehead with the edge of her left palm.They stepped out of the elevator after they reached the 5th floor. Dory hurried out while her assistant was hurrying after her, trying to catch up with her pace. “I think all the distinguished guests have arrived. The host is also on stage.”“Good,” Dory replied and barged into her office. “Go back to the hall and ensure everything goes according to plan. I will change and show up shortly.”The assistant left and Dory slammed her door. Shegrabbed her large bag
Dory was lost, trying to comprehend the fact that Alex Alcantara had walked past her.Nathan made his way to the group waiting to greet him. The ladies presented the bouquet to him. Dory watched Nathan bow his head while George placed a garland around his neck.Jackson took the lead ensuring no one stood in Nathan's way. The group followed leaving behind the stunned Dory. She turned to Mike with confusion spread across her face.Mike sighed and whispered. “Don’t push it. I'll advise that you act cool.” He then made his way inside.Dory cleared her throat loudly and hurried after the group. Whatever narrative Nathan Smith gave the Alcantara heir about her, she was determined to change that by the time the anniversary party ends.Nathan was led into the hall. Immediately after he stepped inside the multipurpose hall, the audience gave him a standing ovation. They sat when he was settled on the sofa reserved for him in the VIP section in
Larry began to wheel the car toward Nathan's mansion with Mike and the other escort vehicles following closely behind. They got to the mansion and Nathan quickly stepped out after Larry hard pulled the vehicle to a halt.“I need to change as soon as possible,” Nathan told Mike as he hurriedly aimed for the entrance. Mike gave an approving nod and Nathan hurried inside. The Rockville Fest was slated for 5 pm dot. It was past 4 pm. Nathan is a punctual persona and would always want to attend events at the scheduled time, unlike other rich people who stayed late on purpose to attract attention whenever they stepped in.At fifteen minutes to 5 pm, Nathan was already heading toward Mike and the escort team who had been waiting for him at the parking lot. He had quickly changed his outfit into a coffee Brioni suit and had worn a matching coffee face mask. “You look as good as ever,” Mike remarked after he reach them.Nathan smiled and brushed off his suit jacket.Larry quickly opened th
“You made it,” Charlotte said with a bright smile.Nathan swallowed. She had told him earlier at the mall that she was going to show up at the fest but he wasn’t expecting her to appear right in front of him. “Have a seat please.” He said.She quickly went for the chair opposite him.Mike pulled out his phone and was soon busy with it.The square was getting busier as various dignitaries kept trouping in while the hosts were acknowledging them.“I hope I’m not bothering you,” Charlotte said and flipped her straight hair. She was wearing a red ball gown and had red long gloves on that made Nathan think she looked like the England princesses of the 18th century.He shook his head. “Of course, you are not bothering me.”She smiled and then cleared her throat loudly, pondering on the next line to throw at Alex. All Charlotte wants is to build an acquaintance with Alex Alcantara so she had promised to take any opportunity she gets to engage him in a conversation.“I’m surprised you came ea
Hose Luis placed his hat on the table and arched a brow. He was staring intensely at Nathan. Nathan felt his ferocious eyes like blades cutting through his skin. He took time to look at the man. Hose Luis's blonde hair was jelled back and was tied into a ponytail. He had a scar on his left eyelid and his brown eyes were malicious.It then dawned on Nathan that the mafia lord was trying to figure out who he was. Nathan felt uncomfortable and quickly turned away. “You are the heir to the Alcantara empire right.” Hose Luis spat with his eyes rolling all around Nathan.Nathan confirmed with a nod and an insecure smile. “Excuse me,” he said and turned around. Before Mike and Dr. Lance could blink, Nathan was already leaving the table.Nathan was about to head for his table when he caught a glimpse of Avery. She was going through her phone. Avery was seated alone at one of the VIP tables. Nathan quickly walked up to her.“Hey!” he waved ta her.She quickly lowered her phone to her lap wit
The mayor then invited some special guests on the stage for a photograph session with Kelvin, the new youth ambassador. The outgoing ambassador also went to the stage and shook hands with Kelvin.Mike walked up to Nathan and whispered. “That should have been your position. I’m suspecting foul play here.”Nathan gave Mike a dry smile. “It doesn’t matter. It’s all for the good of the millionaires club."“I hope so,” Mike replied after a sigh.The excited Kelvin was smiling like a star as more dignitaries make their way to the stage to take pictures with him. His parents joined the group on stage and he couldn’t be more proud.Mike was more irked when the mayor requested that the newly appointed youth ambassador be given a standing ovation.“We don’t have to stand if we don’t want,” Mike told Nathan.Nathan chuckled. “That’s okay. We can as well stand.”Mike let out a frustrated groan.After a few congratulatory messages from the special guests to Kelvin, everyone got back to their table
“Are you guys ready?” Larry demanded after Nathan and Avery got into the G-wagon. He adjusted the front mirror and fixed his hands on the speedometer.Nathan waited for Avery to slip into her seatbelt before he gave Larry an approving nod. Larry started the vehicle and soon, they were hitting the road.Nathan turned to look at Avery. She was seated right beside him and was going through her phone. He began to wonder. Should he start a conversation? What if she paid more attention to his features and ended up figuring out his identity? He sighed and turned to look at the window on his side.Before heading out, Nathan had told Mike to cover up for him at the event and call him when it was necessary. It was pertinent that he meets up with the hoodlums face to face. Meanwhile, Jackson had already taken one of the range rovers to meet Don and the culprits.Larry wheeled the car to Wells Avenue.“Drive down to the last estate on the block,” Nathan instructed Larry.Avery turned to him with
Nathan stared intensely at his reflection in the large dressing mirror right in front of him. He was wearing black plain trousers with a white long sleeve cotton shirt and a black silk tie. He had straightened his hair, making it fall backward. It was time to be Nathan Smith after spending the weekend as Alex Alcantara. Nathan sighed and went for his briefcase. Larry was already at the garage waiting for him. It was a few minutes to 8 am and he knew Dory was going to be on his neck if he shows up late. “Dory!” Nathan muttered under his breath and dashed out with a mischievous smile. He remembered the priceless expression she displayed when he kicked her out of his G-wagon as Alex on the day of the anniversary. Nathan made his way out and was assisted with the case by Larry. He stepped into the vehicle and threw his back against the car seat. Larry turned to him with a chuckle. “Ready to face your cunning boss?”Nathan was seating beside Larry in front. “She might rain curses at m