"Sire, about the number you wanted me to work on, well…I have good news and bad news.""Then can I hear the bad news first?""I'm afraid I still do not know the owner of the mystery number.""Oh," that was indeed bad news. He was really hoping to uncover the mystery behind his anonymous caller. "So, what's the good news?" Hopefully it would lighten up his mood, even if it was only a little bit."I was able to access his call logs.""Really?" It wasn't exactly the owner but at least it was something. "What did you find out?" He leaned forward in his chair, eager to hear what the old man had to say. "From what I saw, the most frequent callers were none other than your in-laws.""Blanche?""And her husband, Milo.""Do you think they know too?" The last thing he needed was someone like Blanche finding out his secret."I don't think so. If Blanche was aware you have possession of your parent's fortune, you would know. She would definitely show it, one way or the other.""Okay, but we have
"Sir, what should we do about him? Since he returned to work it's been difficult for me to import and export things safely.""What do you suggest we do with him?""I don't know sir, but things were better when he wasn't at work.""So, is that an excuse for you to liberate yourself? It has been four days and you still don't have it.""Sir, I…I'm working on it. I just need a little more time.""A little time huh? You have two days, if I don't get what I want in the next two days, you're going to be sorry."★★★"Good morning boss man." "Mike, how nice of you to stop by these parts." It was the second time in a row that he would be coming to his office, definitely he needed something."How was the weekend?" He asked as he took a seat across Lucas. Even though he tried to act casual, Lucas could tell that that was all it was…an act."Fairly good. Is there something you want to tell me?""Not really. The grand opening is in two days and everything is completely set. All the invite has been
"Judging from Mike's conversation, it's possible someone might come to the house asking about the deed. So I think it'll be smart to be on the look out.""You're absolutely right sire, but…what if nobody does?""That's also a possibility. Even if it's someone you're familiar with, I doubt he or she is just going to show up and ask for the deed of the house. Okay, how about this? Does the mansion have surveillance cameras?""Yes sire.""Very good. We should have someone watching them round the clock, just to be on the safe side.""Alright sire.""Yeah, and make sure it's someone you trust completely. With the situation at hand, I think that'll be the best option.""Of course.""Then, the deed…you still have them right?""Yes sire, but I was thinking it would be safer it you took them home.""Oh no, you've been doing a great job keeping it safe all these years–""—only because I was holding on to it pending the time that I found you. You're back now so it's only fair that you take poss
"Ma'am, I have good news.""Is it about the company?" She asked eagerly. She had been waiting for a feedback from the broker for the past few days."Yes, I just signed the deal. The Mochi enterprise is officially off the market." He announced, proud of what he had done.Ivy jumped with excitement, startling baby Desmond. "I can't believe it. For real?" She pressed the phone to her ear with her shoulder to prevent it from falling while she slowly rocked her baby in an attempt to silent his crying."The payment is all I'm waiting for now, once I get it, I'll send it to you and it'll be done and dusted.""Wow, thank you so much. I really appreciate all your hard work.""You don't have to thank me ma'am, just let your husband know that I did a good job.""O…kay." She didn't understand why he was concerned about what Lucas thought of him but she was less concerned about that. "Who was that?" Lucas asked from rhe bathroom."The broker! He said he finalized the deal." She reported happily.
"Did you hear the news mother?" Peter rushed to share his latest discovery with Blanche but she seemed less concerned."I have a lot on my mind Peter, I don't have time for the news." She replied without even looking at him."But this is important. Remember the CEO of that huge company, Mr Williams…""...the one Lucas works for?""Yes. He's putting the newly built mall up for sale.""What?!" She sat up, her eyes lighting up with interest."Yes, so Lucas was telling the truth then.""So he was,""Do you know what this means mother?" He touched her arm slightly to emphasize on the importance of the news. "This is a huge opportunity for us. Can you imagine how much money we'll make if we buy it?""Buy it?""Yes. Just think about it. You have lots of rich friends, and so do I…if we were the owners of the mall, they would definitely patronise us and even bring their friends as well.""Yes…that's true." Her eyes widened as she suddenly found herself daydreaming about what life would be like
"Hello kelly, did you miss me?"She felt her heartbeat slow down so much that she felt it had stopped completely. She feared this day would come, she just didn't know it would be this fast.She slowly rose to her feet, her legs trembling with fright. "Wh..what…what are you doing here?" She did her best to sound bold but her unsteady voice betrayed her."I missed your birthday, so I thought I'd stop by and give you my gift in person." He smiled at her, an action that only sent chills down her spine."Pl…ple…please…" her voice quavered as she tried to speak. "Don't hurt me." She whispered as she slowly backed away from him. "I'm sorry, I'm so sorry." Tears were starting to flow down her face as she realized that there was no escape for her. "Please, I'll do anything." She pleaded, even though she knew they were falling on deaf ears."No, no no no. You don't have to apologize for anything, after you left that day, I was so impressed. I said to myself, there goes one audacious young woman
"I really thought we could be friends." Ivy said, her voice was very quiet and she had the unmistakable look of heartbreak in her eyes."Me too Ivy." She aimed the weapon at Lucas's head. "I wish it didn't have to end this way." "Drop your weapon!" A deep male voice ordered.Lucas shut his eyes and heaved a breath of relief. Two officers tackled Kelly to the ground after her weapon had been taken from her. They handcuffed her and took her away while another officer rushed to help Lucas with his wound.An ambulance arrived minutes later and his wound was attended to. They offered to take him to the hospital but he refused, even though Ivy was upset about his decision."Alright take care sir." The officer greeted as he dropped them off at their house. "We'll let you know if we have any questions.""No problem officer, thank you."After they went in, Ivy rushed to the kitchen and returned with a tall glass. "What's that?" He asked as she handed it to him."Cold water. You need it."He a
"Sis, I don't mean to be rude to you but I just have to say it, your behavior at the last meeting was very unacceptable. We were in the middle of a very crucial discussion and you just walked out on us.""I didn't mean to, I just had to attend to something super urgent." She apologized to her brother and turned to her mother who had refused to meet her gaze since she arrived. " Mother, I know the situation of things aren't smiling at the moment but I want you to know that I am fully with you.""If you want to prove that you are indeed with this family, then you will do what I asked you to." Blanche said with a frown."I can't."She finally looked at her. "Well why the hell not?!" "Because I sold the company." Ivy admitted with a low whisper."What! You…sold MY company?!" "Technically mother, it's my company…amd I sold it because I needed the money urgently.""What?! When did you start doing things behind my back? You sold off my company, the company your father and I worked for and