Nathan and Charles were still conversing when Mike appeared in the room. He walked up to Nathan and stood before him with his hands stationed on his hip.Nathan looked up at Mike with a weak smile. “Good morning.”Mike pulled the chair beside the closet. He sat facing Nathan. “Good morning, Young Master.”Charles sighed and threw his hands. “There’s nothing good about the morning.”Nathan took his jaw into his hands for a while and then stood up. “I can’t wrap my head around all this. It still beats me that I escaped an assassination.”Mike fell back on the chair. “Well, we are glad that you did.”Nathan arched a brow. “Do you know what would have happened if I was in that car?”“It didn’t happen so thank goodness,” Charles said.“Sit!” Mike told Nathan.Nathan exhaled sharply and crashed on the bed.“Listen, young master.” Mike began, looking him straight in the face after sitting up. “I’m going to take care of everything so I need you to trust me.”Nathan sighed. “I’m sure it’s that
Kelvin was in his study going through some files when his phone began to ring. He ignored the call and continued reviewing the files. Ever since Fredrick absconded, Kelvin had taken over full responsibility for handling the company as CEO.The calls persisted so Kelvin those the file he was reviewing to the side with a sigh. He wondered why he didn’t turn off the phone after coming to the study.When he grabbed the phone, he realized that it was Derrick calling him. Kelvin responded.“I’m in a mess!” Derrick spat.Kelvin fell back on his comfy chair. “What the fuck are you talking about?”“The guys I sent after Alex messed up. The goal was to beat him up and maybe throw explosives around to scare him and his boys but right now, I’m scared they must have murdered him.” Derrick panicked.Kelvin flew out of the chair. “You were the one who launched that attack on Alex? Really?” Kelvin was astonished. “How did you do that?”“I got hooked up with this group of anonymous guys. They are some
When Nathan told Henry that he was coming to school that morning, Henry was excited. It was the first time he was seeing Nathan after the blast.When he arrived that morning, Henry remained at the parking lot. He was aware of the fact that Nathan was now with the Wells so when he saw Charles’s range rover swerving through the driveway, Henry smiled knowing that the chauffeur brought Nathan.Nathan stepped out of the car after it came to a stop. He rushed toward Henry. The boys took each other in a warm embrace like two lost brothers.Henry gave Nathan a soft pat on the back. “Welcome back bro. It’s good to see you in one piece.”Nathan chuckled.“And Charles?”“He’s making progress. He will resume on examination day.” Nathan replied.“Good to hear.”The boys were about to head toward their lecture hall when they saw a different group of students rushing toward the basketball court.“Is there a game this morning?”“I don’t think so,” Henry replied and pulled out his phone. “Let me chec
“Can we talk?” Mrs. Wells demanded immediately after they got to their bedroom.“Of course!” her husband responded and dropped on the bed with a sigh.She stood before him with her hands stationed on her hips. “Did you ask that boy to pick any of the guest rooms?”“Of course. Nathan is our guest. A special guest to be precise so we must treat him as such.” Mr. Wells replied.She folded her arms across her chest and looked her husband straight in the face. “Well, honey. That doesn’t sit well with me. After what our son went through, I don’t think I can trust anyone, and the last time I checked, that boy in question was a prime suspect and…Mr. Wells stood up and faced her. “Relax, dear. It was a whole damn misconception and I’ve already told you that it was cleared so Nathan has nothing to do with this.”She slapped her thighs and turned away. “Fine.”“I trust him!” Mr. Wells professed and dashed to the bathroom.“Well, I don’t.” She retorted.****Nathan hurried down the staircase. It
Nathan felt uneasy when Charles asked him to settle opposite Mrs. Wells in the dining. After their little drama that morning, he was sure that the woman would never approve of his friendship with Charles.When Nathan pulled out the chair facing her to sit on, she glared at him and quickly turned to Charles with a smile.It was a few minutes past 7 pm.Nathan sat and began talking about his day at school after Charles requested the details. The boys seemed happy and were engrossed in the conversation.Mrs. Wells who was looking for the slightest opportunity to belittle Nathan turned to him.“Didn’t your parents teach you to eat your meals in silence?”Nathan was speechless.“Oh come on honey. Let the boys be and besides, what fun will it be to eat in silence like we are in some darn funeral?” Mr. Wells said.“That’s true and the thing is, Nathan and I have this habit of talking when we are at the dining. It’s the same when I go to his place.” Charles replied. “It makes eating more inte
The determined Nathan didn’t move an inch away from the bar stand.The waitress left to attend to other customers.“Can I have a bottle of drink please?” He requested the moment the waitress got back to her station.She positioned her hands on the table. “Now you are talking. So what can I offer you?”Nathan hopped down from his stool with his gaze cast on the wine collection. “I’m pretty confused. Can you maybe suggest a drink for me?”“Well, I can give you some shots or maybe a glass of tequila.” She replied. “There’s wine too.”“I’ll like a bottle of wine. You’ve got any suggestions for me?”She hummed and turned to stare at the collection. “Let’s see what I can suggest for you.”“I’ll have the most expensive wine in your collection,” Nathan added.She turned to him with a look that says are you sure?Nathan plunged his hand inside his jacket and pulled out one of his credit cards; the plain gold card. Nathan then slapped the card on the counter.The waitress drew the card toward h
Nathan sighed. He slowly moved away from the counter and aimed for the door. “I was just about to leave,” he said and stepped out.Charles walked up to his mother and stood before her with his arms folded across his chest. “That wasn't fair, mom. You know it.”She arched a brow. “Now you are interrogating me?”Charles allowed his hands to fall. “Not really,Mom. I just want you to accept the fact that Nathan is a good person. He's not just a guest here. He's my friend and should be treated with respect. He's not a thief like you asserted.”Mrs. Wells clenched her jaw. “I don't care about your faith in him, son. This is my house and I won't tolerate any form of misconduct.”Before Charles could give a response, she dashed out.Charles sighed and traced his way to the wing of the guest rooms. He got to Nathan’s room and landed a knock on the door.Nathan opened the door halfway. He stuck his head out. “You should be sleeping by now.”“And so should you.” Charles fired back.Nathan chuckl
Immediately after Nathan and Charles got off the vehicle, Charlotte walked up to them with a bright smile.“Welcome back to school, Charles,” she said. She had just gotten off her car which was parked opposite theirs at the parking lot.Charles smiled. “I was expecting a garland around my neck. I've been away for almost two weeks.”They all laughed.“Maybe a brunch in your favorite cafeteria will suffice,” Nathan said.They moved away from the parking lot.Charlotte stood before Charles. “I'm glad the rumors weren't true. They said you were kidnapped and Nathan was behind it even though I never believed it but after I realized that you were gone for two weeks, I couldn't help but start to imagine things.” she quickly turned to Nathan. “I never believe the part where they said you kidnapped him.”Nathan grinned.“Well, I was never kidnapped in the first place,” Charles said and turned to Nathan. “It will also be foolish to think that my best buddy here will kidnap me. The students here