Nathan strode to his bedroom with a wide grin. It was a few minutes past 6 pm. In less than 2 hours, he’ll be having dinner with Charlotte. Not only was he feeling nervous, but he was also a bit excited too. After taking a shower, Nathan decided to place a call to Larry. “Can you come and pick me up tonight?” Nathan said immediately after they exchanged pleasantries. “Of course boss. By what time?” Larry asked. Since the dinner was scheduled for 8 pm sharp, Nathan felt that it was better if Larry arrived 30 minutes early because they needed to pick up Charlotte from her house. “7:30 pm Larry.”“Noted boss.”Nathan hung up. It then dawned on him that he was yet to pick a venue for their dinner that night. He decided to check up on some awesome places in the city with his phone. Nathan pressed the phone to his chest and flashed a broad smile. The file Mike had earlier enlisted to him containing the properties he owned had names of a couple of eateries and five-star restaurants.
Charlotte sighed and decided to follow Nathan. She wanted to insist that they opt for another eatery but she noticed that Nathan seemed confident. “Don’t worry Charlotte. I’ve got everything under control.” He assured her and took the lead. She began taking steps after him. If Nathan was bent on impressing her, she finalized that he outdid himself. She just hopes that he doesn’t get into any trouble. They got to the entrance and met two unfriendly security personnel dressed in a gas blue DZA men’s overall. The one with a scar on his left cheek turned to Nathan. “Do you have any reservations?”The policy of DZA demands that VIPs make a reservation and get a printout before hitting the restaurant because of its competitive nature. If one doesn’t book early, he might not get the chance to eat there and would have to wait for another opportunity. Nathan pulled out his wallet from his pants pocket and drew out his reservation slip. He presented it to the security guard.The security
Chapter 30Nathan folded his arms across his chest and looked the assistant straight in the face. “Unbelievable!” he spat. Is that how they treat people here? He wondered. “Listen, sir!” Nathan began after clearing his throat loudly. He sat up. “I made this reservation a while ago and came here with my slip. I paid for this. This is my spot and there’s no way I’m leaving it for someone else.”Nathan darted his gaze from the assistant to the door where Alessandro was standing in his bid to prove to them that he knew what was going on. They wanted to buy him off his table and he was aware. The Manager’s assistant groaned in frustration. He was hoping Nathan would jump on the offer of getting a bonus since his reservation was going to be revoked but Nathan had turned out to be a hard nut to crack. “Listen to me, young man. As it appears right now, this space will be handed over to the wealthiest and right now, someone richer than you is offering to pay double the reservation fee.”
CHAPTER 31Even though Charlotte feared for Nathan, she was glad that he was able to stand up and defend himself against the injustice the assistant and Alessandro were about to inflict on him. Nathan on the other hand was determined to fight. He wasn’t going to sit tight and get humiliated by some rich dude. “Seems like you didn’t hear me right? I will use this device on you if you don’t leave this place this minute.” The security officer reiterated while pointing at the shock device. Nathan stood his ground. “I’m going nowhere!” he maintained. “Fine!”The security officer raised his device and was about to launch it on Nathan’s chest when a husky voice came through.“What’s going on here?” the manager’s voice came on. He had been standing by the door. He began taking steps toward Nathan. He decided to intervene when he noticed that one of the security officers was pointing a shock device at Nathan. “What are you doing? Stop it!” he spat.The security officer slowly lowered th
Mike ignored the manager and strode toward Nathan. “I’m very sorry Nathan. Please let them make it up to you.”Nathan smiled. “You don’t have to apologize, uncle, Mike. It’s not your fault.”Mike then turned to Charlotte. “I’m sorry that your dinner was ruined, Miss. Please, can the management make it up to you?”Charlotte agreed with a nod.“Give me a second!” Mike said and pulled the manager to a corner.The manager was still bearing an apologetic look. “Please, Mr. Mike. Allow me to make it up to them. We are sorry.”“Of course, you’ll make it up to them. You don’t have any choice after all.” Mike replied with an impish grin.The manager knew Mike had something up his sleeve but he wasn’t bothered as long as he’ll get to keep his job.“You are going to do something for me Mr. Manager and do you know what’s it?”The manager displayed a blank expression.“You’ll take Nathan and his guest to the first-class compartment and serve them yourself,” Mike told the manager.He swallowed and
Chapter 33Nathan realized that the events that occurred that evening had suddenly sparked some feelings of suspicion in Charlotte which was causing her to interrogate him. She was looking directly into his eyes, waiting for a response. Confused about what to say or do, Nathan ran his left hand through his hair and put on a fake smile. “I’m serious Nathan. Who the hell are you?” Charlotte maintained a straight face. Nathan was still putting on the fake smile. “What are you talking about Charlotte? How could you even ask me such a question? I’m Nathan Smith, the guy you’ve always known.”Charlotte arched a brow. “Really? Because I’m not sure anymore.”She roved her eyes around the first-class compartment and darted her gaze back to Nathan. “We are occupying the best table in DZA, the fanciest restaurant in Rockville city and you think that’s not worth finding out?” said Charlotte. Nathan could see the anxiety in her eyes. He wasn’t ready to tell her about his newfound identity.
Chapter 34Nathan and Charlotte grabbed the menu cards and began to go through them. Soon, orders were flying out and the manager didn’t waste any time taking it down in his journal. “Is that all?” he said after a silence ensured. Charlotte slapped her card to the table. “That will be all for me. I don’t know for Nathan.” She said. Nathan lowered the card to his chest and raised a brow. “Well, I’ll have some sweeteners after the meal. Just two pieces.”Charlotte hummed. “I think I’ll need two pieces too.”The manager scribbled the last order in his journal. “Why don’t you guys give me five minutes? Please. I promise to process your orders ASAP.” He implored. “Fine. Get on with it.” Nathan replied. Charlotte was delighted. She was finding it difficult to stabilize her gaze on a particular feature in the room and Nathan noticed it. He chuckled. Charlotte shifted her gaze from the colorful painting on the wall to the fancy bar stand. She noticed the artificial aquarium by the co
CHAPTER 35“Wow!” Charlotte exclaimed her eyes beaming with excitement. The executive assistant of the famous Alcantara empire has just given her the chance to see him whenever she wishes.Mike gave a warm smile. “So if you need me to help out with anything anytime, speak to Nathan, and boom, I’ll be there.”They broke into a laugh. “I’ll allow you two to head home now so that you can get enough rest,” Mike said and pointed to the exit with a warm smile. Nathan gave him a loving blink. “Thank you so much for everything, Uncle Mike.”“Anytime Nathan.” He replied and turned to Charlotte. “Bye Charlotte.”“Bye Mike!”Nathan escorted Charlotte out of the restaurant to the spot their vehicle was parked. It was a few minutes past 9 pm. Larry was in the driver’s seat, shoving some fries he had obtained from an eatery he had obtained downtown. He hurried his meal and pulled a napkin to wipe his oily lips. “I’m sorry for taking much of your time.” Nathan apologized to Charlotte after he ca