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
Dr. Lance stood before the crowd. He ran his hand through his hair for the umpteenth time and cleared his throat loudly. The meeting had begun about ten minutes ago and Alex’s spot at the high table was vacant.Dr. Lance was expected to make a comment concerning Alex as the chairman of the central committee but he was a bit nervous. Mike had promised to tackle the problem during their phone call but Dr. Lance had no idea how he was going to do it.His lips parted and just when he was about to speak, Jackon appeared in the hall with another bodyguard. They led Mike to the high table.Murmurs broke out at the sight of the Alcantara executive assistant. Dr. Lance took a step back the moment Mike reached the high table.Mild shook Dr. Lance and waved at the other members of the central committee. He then turned to face the members of the club.Mike was dressed in one of his fancy tuxedos. He was shielding his eyes with Gucci's dark spectacle and on his sides, stood Jackson and the other b
Stefano made his way to one of the chairs and sat.“Have a seat!” he presented the twin couch to Nathan and Charles.They sat together.“What can I do for you?”“Give me a moment,” Nathan said and dashed out.Charles had no idea where Nathan had gone until a few minutes later, he returned to the room with a bag he had dropped in the car trunk before they drove off.He stationed the bag before Stefano and went back to his seat.Stefano unzipped the bag and his eyes widened. Inside the bag were hundred dollar notes tied in bundles stuffed inside the bag.“This is five million dollars.”Stefano smiled and closed the bag. He tossed it to the side. “Who is your target?”Nathan chuckled. “How much do you charge per job?”Stefano fell back on his chair. “That depends.”Nathan crossed his legs. “What if I want you guys to hit a target with a rocket launcher.”Stefano swallowed.“The kind of job you did with Alex Alcantara.” Nathan spat.Stefano abruptly got off the chair. He placed his hands
Avery stared at the watch on her left wrist and adjusted the handbag hung around her left hand with a sigh. About five minutes ago, Nathan had called to inform her that he was on his way to pick her up.After his dramatic encounter with her mother the other day, Avery felt it was best if Nathan picks her up outside the house.Suddenly, a blue sports car pulled up right in front of her. Avery arched a brow. She recognized the car as Charles. When the car came to a halt, Nathan stepped out with a smile.Avery adjusted her handbag and walked up to him. They shared a quick hug.“Permit me to be a gentleman!” Nathan said and quickly rushed to open the door for Avery.She smiled and settled in front.“Should I fix your seat belt ma’am?” Nathan requested, leaning toward her.Avery giggled. “That's okay. I'll fix that myself.”He smiled and mounted the driver’s seat. After they had both fixed their seatbelts, Nathan drove away.“You have any place in mind?”“The Gutenberg Library. It runs nig
“I think I’m ready to ace this course!” Avery declared and slumped on her chair.Nathan chuckled and closed the notebooks. He passed the pen to her.They had spent the last two hours studying the topics Avery found difficult. Avery collected her items and slipped them inside her bag. She stood up with Nathan and together, they dashed out.They made their way to the spot Nathan parked the car and got in.“Is it okay if I come with you to your place?” Asked Avery after glancing at her wristwatch. “My parents will be out for a gala and won’t be home till 10 pm so I’ll be bored when I get home.”Nathan sighed. “I’m so sorry. We can’t go to my place right now because I’m currently with Charles. I’m staying in his place for the period.”“Okay…” Avery slurred. She then arched a brow. “Is there a problem?”Nathan resolved to fasten his seat belt. “There’s no problem. Charles is a bit under the weather so I’m keeping him company since he’s always indoors lately.”“I see!”“I’m sorry,” Nathan s
Charles and Nathan exchanged blank glances.“What the hell are you guys doing?” Nathan wondered out loud.Stefano suddenly appeared before them with his hands tucked inside his pocket.“On your knees!”Nathan and Charles hesitated but when the men attempted to pull the trigger, the boys fell to their knees. Stefano stood before them with his legs spread apart.“What are looking for?” he directed the question at Nathan.Nathan exhaled. “Listen Stefano. You know why I'm here. I have a job for you and I came here because I want it done so let's quit playing games and get on with this.”Stefano broke into a dry laugh. “You think you can fool me?”Nathan sighed and lowered his hands.“Just because you managed to get my name and also locate this place, you think you can fool me? I'll ask you one last time, what do you want from me?” Stefano said.“As I said, I'm here because I have a job.” Nathan maintained.Stefano walked up to one of the men and whispered in his ear. He then left the livi
“We are a sensitive gang and we don't just accept random clients.” Wayne continued. “I wasn't around when you guys dropped by yesterday so when I heard the details of your visit from Stefano, I was tempted to get the job done immediately but we had to do the needful and that brought us to the research.”“I see!” Nathan said. “I'm glad you guys did your homework.”“Nathan Smith!” Wayne called out. “You are a bloody student with no family ties. You are someone we refer to as a peasant so you see why Stefano is suspicious.”“I'm someone who is just leaving a low life. It doesn't mean that my parents are not rich. I chose this life.” Nathan said.“That's right.” Charles quickly added.Wayne raised a finger. “But then you referred to the attack on the Alcantara heir, stating that we replicate such an attack. Why the demand?”Nathan was holding up to Wayne’s inquisitive gaze. “I meant to flatter you. I didn't intend to arouse suspicions.”“What makes you think we shouldn't consider you a sp