“My family might not be renowned like the Alcantara or Tyson family but we are also known in this city.” Charlotte asserted.That doesn't answer the question Nathan almost blurt out to her but he was ready to let her finish.She continued. “You see, the thing with rich people is that they identify with each other and might share a certain table but certain people will always get a bigger seat at that table and those who get these bigger seats are the likes of the Alcantara and Tyson family.”Nathan was paying keen attention.“I know about the Alcantara family though not that much. I know that they own the school mall and they seem like nice people,” Charlotte said.Nathan couldn’t be more confused. How does she know that the Alcantaras were nice people he wondered.“So don’t be surprised if I tell you that Alcantara owns the school mall. A few questions here and there was all I needed.” She said.Nathan realized that it was easy for Charlotte to find out because she comes from a wealt
Chapter 77“No. I’ll be attending the party with Greg.” Charlotte supplied. “he has told me about and have given my consent.” She added and giggled afterward. Poor Charlotte, Nathan thought. She seemed to be running all over Greg who obviously cared less about her. “Will you be attending the party?” Charlotte threw the question at Nathan. As far as she was concerned, Nathan might not be wealthy and influential but with Mike on his side, everything was possible. “I’m not sure if I’ll be attending the party,” Nathan replied. “Okay. She placed her left hand on her chest. I’m not going to miss it besides Greg told me he’s going to be there so there’s no way I’m not gracing the event.” She maintained. Speaking of Greg, Nathan sat up. Now that Charlotte had mentioned his name several times, Nathan remembered that he had scores to settle with Greg. “What are you thinking about?” Charlotte demanded after noticing the sudden change in Nathan’s countenance. He was staring into the distanc
Chapter 78Greg slapped the table and rose to his feet with rage coursing through his veins. Again, Nathan has proven to be one step ahead of him. He left the pavilion panting heavily. Charlotte was speaking with some group of girls in her corner when Greg appeared from nowhere and grabbed her by the arm. He began dragging her away from the spot. “What’s the matter with you, Greg? Why are you dragging me like that? Stop it Greg!” she lamented. Greg didn’t utter a word. He kept dragging her away from the pavilion like a bull that was being forced into an abattoir. Back in the pavilion, Nathan couldn’t hide his smile as he recalled the way his words had knocked down Greg. He turned to his right and saw Avery walking toward the pavilion. As usual, Avery was alone. Nathan decided to call her. He concluded that she might probably respond or maybe ignore him. Nevertheless, he decided to try his luck. He stood up and waved as he called out to her. “Hi, Avery!”She turned to her right
Chapter 79Nathan was alarmed by Annabel’s gestures and when he turned, their eyes met. Nathan quickly turned away, avoiding her like a plaque. Even though Annabel was surprised to see Nathan sharing the same table with Avery, she decided to use the prospect to her advantage. “Well, I can see that someone is trying all he can to mingle with the rich since he will never be rich.” Annabel spat. She was gawking at Nathan, her arms folded across her chest. Charles leaned toward Nathan and whispered into his right ear. “Let her be!”Nathan sighed. He had no intention of calling her to order. Annabel went on. “I must say that you are a smart boy Nathan. You have a way of pushing yourself into the right places. First, it was with Henry and Charles and now, you get to sit with Avery.” She broke into a laugh and began to create applause. “Bravo!”Seth, who was standing next to her was smiling. Avery dropped her napkin and groaned in frustration. “Why is Annabel creating a scene?” She ask
Chapter 80Avery was done eating and was about to pull a napkin when she received a notification on her phone. She grabbed the phone and after checking the message. She sighed and dropped her phone to the table.“My driver just texted me. He’s at the gate.”“Time to go!” Nathan hinted.She stood up. “Yes.” She turned to the boys. “Thank you guys for the lunch. I’ll forever remember the spring rolls.”“All you have to do is come here anytime you feel like getting a bite,” Henry said.“Of course!”She slipped her hand inside her trouser's pocket to pull out some cash but was quickly stopped by Charles.“Don’t bother Avery.”She hesitated. “We can go dutch!”“Not today,” Nathan said.She smiled. “Thanks once again.”“Let me walk you out.” Nathan offered and rose to his feet.“Yes, Nathan. You should walk her out.” Henry said and cleared his throat loudly.Charles turned away with a mischievous smile.“Bye, guys!” Avery waved at them and stepped out right after Nathan took the lead.Natha
Nathan arched a brow. “Wait, I have to go and see them? I thought they’ll be coming here to stay at the mansion with me.”Mike smiled. “Your parents won’t be staying in your mansion, Nathan.”Nathan was clueless.“They’ll be staying at the Alcantara estate instead.”At the mention of an estate, Nathan’s eyes widened in surprise. “Wait for a second uncle Mike. Are you saying there’s an Alcantara estate?”Mike chuckled and confirmed with a nod. “Yes, Nathan. Your family owns an estate and they’ll be staying there and that’s why you need to dress up because we will be going to the Alcantara estate.”The excited Nathan turned to his friends. “My family owns a goddamn estate!”They broke out laughing.Nathan couldn’t be more pleased. The thought of his family have an entire estate to themselves gladdened his heart.Soon, he was going to be with his parents. He missed them so much, especially his mother. As for his father, Nathan had dozens of questions to throw at him.“I can’t wait to see
Chapter 82“Sit tight and relax because you are in for a long ride,” Mike told Nathan.Nathan was too excited to even rest his back against the car seat. He couldn’t wait to meet his parents and since the car’s reflectors were dark, he took off the nose mask. He kept tapping his left thigh slightly till they got to the Alcantara estate.Don and his team wheeled their vehicles to the entrance while Larry followed with the G-wagon. After about forty minutes of excitement filled with anxiety, Nathan was ready to meet his parents.The ranger rovers made their way past the automatic gate and the G-wagon followed.“You need a good view,” Mike told Nathan and resolved to pull down the car reflectors.Nathan sat up and watched the estate from his position as they swerved toward it. He could see different wings housing separate mansions and the flowers were eye-catching. He could bet that a florist was maintaining the compound.The range rovers came to a halt after reaching the spacious parkin
Nathan darted his gaze from his father to the crowd. While cheers and applause reigned, he was drowning in the pool of confusion. He rolled his eyes around the large living room that could pass for a party hall.“Alex, come closer!” his father implored.The confused Nathan remained transfixed in his spot. He turned to his mother and got a reassuring blink. He reluctantly moved closer to his father.One of the bartenders walked up to the family with a square tray harboring three glasses of red wine.Mr. Smith took a glass so did his wife. The waitress strode toward Nathan with the tray. He turned to his mother and again Nathan received another blink from his mom which says Everything is fine.He took the glass.Lifting the glass to his face, Mr. Smith said. “To Alex!”“To Alex!” The crowd cheered and soon, the applause was echoing through every corner of the room.Mike led the journalists out of the room.Nathan wanted to lean toward his father and demand where the whole Alex thing was