The rest of the day met Jake in his office, he didn't call for Simon not Charlotte like he said earlier, he was just buried in the files and his computer going through the works of the previous days. The activities went well surprisingly during his absence, but he just had to go through it just in case there was an error somewhere. He kept glancing at the time, but the hands of the wall clock seemed to be crawling, slowing the day longer than it should be. He only stands up to walk round the office and stretch his legs after sitting for a long time, or to relieve himself in the toilet and like two or three times, he would go to the dispenser and get a cup of cold coffee.It took forever to jake, but after awhile the sun began to set giving rays of orange light on the big glass windows that decorated his office, giving it a beautiful view. The setting of the sun at that moment brought peace tranquility to the area, the environment became serene like there was no one in the street, all
The next day and the days to the parade, Jake found himself dividing his time between the office and the parade which was a lot of work, he would have focused on either or not bother with any at all. But he felt both places needed his presence and he could not neglect one. He had to be involved in the parade rehearsals to motivate the children, that's why he had to be there.He was already getting the hang of the rehearsals, though he would not be participating in the dance section, to Alice's and Thelma's disappointment. But to the happiness of Charlotte he joined the marching band and also the painters, but from time to time he would hop to other sections to encourage them . Sometimes on their break he would order for a food truck to come and serve everybody on the park, they all deserved the refreshment for all the effort they put into the parade. The children were a wonder to him and more so the parents and other adults who took out their time to be trainers.During the times he s
Charlotte did not remiy her eyes from Jake and Sarah as she answered. “Techniques?, What do youean by techniques?”.Alice looked at her uncertain about the response she gave, “come of it Charlotte, it's obvious how you have been parading yourself around Jake, not giving him a chance to be alone for once, you are just like a chick moving around with it's mother” “So, what if I am, it's clear to me and every one her that you are jealous of the closeness between Jake and I and you wished it was you he confides in on most issues. I'm sorry but it can't ever happen not even in your wildest dreams”.Alice laughed loudly, using her hands to.cover her mouth as she did, “you never seem to amaze me, I admit that I was jealous, but you can also see that unlike you I don't chase, I attract, with time Jake will see what he is missing out on and come to me himself, the best is always saved for last,I don't mind him having you now, you're only useful for now, just you watch and see how things will
“I get you now, but if that will all,then I have to explain it to the men, don't worry they are highly capable more than they appear and I assure you that it will all be covered”. She told him.The catalogue was in her hand and she was about to take it out with her to explain in details to the men how things should go when Jake stopped her.“How have you been Sarah?, We've not spoken since that day, but Cassandra told me you were not fine one time, I'm sorry I've not had chance to check on you or even put a call through to you, but I can see that you are healthy now”.“I was never sick to begin with, and I've been fine, last I checked we agreed it was best for us not too get too involved with each other's personal life”Jake looked at her awkwardly, he knew he said that, but what's with her and this new character she was putting up front.”Sarah, from when you got here, you've been too official, you just want to do your thing and leave, is there something wrong?, because I don't get yo
Thelma could not help but giggle more, it was funny how red Jake's face was and swollen. He didn't expect the slap to have such effect.Thelma continued talking, “i have something that can help you reduce the swelling, there was one time I was playing and fell, I hurt my knee so badly I kept it a secret from my mummy, she's a nurse you know and most times I get scared of how she gives injections or rub some ointment on wounds, although our situations are clearly different, I could not keep hiding my knee for do long. By the time my mummy found out about it was really swollen and extremely red. She brought out an ointment which had a nice smell, she said it was from China and rubbed on it, it worked really fast and well, and I've always had it with me anywhere I go to. So I can put it on an injury or wound anytime I need to, I can get it for you if you want it”. She offered.Jake felt delighted that a quick solution came his way so soon, if she had a little to say about his red and swo
She made her way to them which made them to stop talking, with her was Sarah. “I called Sarah to help me pick the perfect clothes for the parade, I wanted us to wear matching outfits so we could look like twins, but she said she'd be working and has to look official, so there's nothing I can do about it, but to seek her help in finding out what to wear instead”. She sulked.Jake rolled his eyes, what did she mean by them dressing like twins. He is her twin and very much alive and in front if her right now, and Sarah just stood there like they haven't met today. Seeing her made him recollect the slap she gave him and he unconsciously touched his cheek again, best to ignore her.Fortunately for him the women didn't spend long with them and left, their discussion fading as they went far.The rest of the evening went well and it was unusual, because the two women were do occupied with getting a dress for Cassandra that she didn't even come to bother them once or even to check in Max the w
“I've got sight of senior Mrs McPherson Sir ''. Max's voice floated into his ear and he suddenly stood still. His eyes roamed over the crowd trying to get even a glimpse of the woman he had been looking for with everything he got. He ate out of where the children were and walked back to his seat. By this time there was another uproar from the crowd, it looks like the pageants are out and doing what they know how to do best.He walked back to the seat that was reserved for him. “Max, give a perfect description. Where did you see her exactly?”.“She was moving with the crowd towards where she always sat, exactly like the pictures. You wouldn't miss her, she's wearing the same net veil she has always been wearing, but she moved "I can't find her again”. Max responded.“Keep a look out for her Max, don't lose sight of her next time, remember she is our target and I must get an audience with her”. Jake pressed a button to cut off the connection with Max. Then he pressed it again, hoping i
One thing Jake didn't fail to notice about the senior Mrs McPherson was her boldness, she's got that more than any woman he had ever met, the confidence she exudes as she waved the fan over and over her face was overwhelming. He had come across different people since and before he became chairman. But had ever kept him in awe like this woman, even at her age you could tell that she was strong and very intellectual. The McPherson's sure are very intelligent and not a family that anybody can just mess with. She had given him the green card, an opportunity to ask whatever he wanted to know. The only thing was that it wouldn't be recorded down to nail her to all the criminal activities she has been involved in.Jake did not even know where to begin or even how to begin any of the questions, there were a million and one questions roaming through his mind right now but he could not even settle on one, whether he likes it or not the person sitting right beside him was his grandmother, and he