Chapter 20My eyes were filled with a variety of doubts. Where exactly was he heading?"Speak up, Mike; I am listening" My curiosity got over me."He asked me to steal a file from President Kaden. I tried to decline, but he threatened to make me lose my job" I was dazed, has he revealed it, and I took time to gulp down my lumps."Why do you agree?"I attempted to keep the chat flowing."What could I do? It took me years to be able to get in as an intern, and now I feel like I am a thief, I haven't stolen in my entire life. He manipulated me, and I feel so angry at myself. I thought getting a job here would change my life, but it's just the beginning of a mischievous life for me. I am losing myself, and I am scared of going back to that life where you can't even afford a complete meal" His voice was filled with sincerity and regret."Where's the file now?"I questioned."The file is safe, but I don't know. Maybe I should return it to the company and confess my crime and get punished, or
Chapter 21"And you think announcing it tomorrow will help? Come on, Mr. Smith is a very smart person. We need to approach this carefully. Do you have any evidence that he asked you to bring the file?" President Karen asked. "Him asking me to steal the file is evidence enough to bring him down," I replied confidently. President Karen couldn't help but burst into laughter. "You have a lot to learn. You can't catch people like that with mere words. You need to catch him in the act," President Karen explained, and I nodded in agreement. "Alright, tomorrow is Friday. I'll make sure to get it done before next week," I replied, determined to prove myself. "That's a good idea. What did you want me to do to Mike?" she asked. "I don't want you to hurt him. Mike is a good person. I wish you could see how remorseful he is. The situation is really affecting him," I said, my voice filled with compassion. President Karen smiled in response. "There's no room for pity in this world. He might be
Chapter 22"I recorded our conversation, because Mr. Arbert asked me to. I didn't give it to him," he explained, his words emphasizing the discreet nature of the evidence. Realizing the potential value of the flash drive, I quickly accepted it from his hand, grateful for the additional leverage it could provide. "Thanks, this will go a long way," I says, appreciating the evidence we now possessed. "Let's meet up later. Today is Friday. We can go have some fun at the club to clear our heads," I suggested, hoping to provide a temporary escape from the intensity of our situation. He nodded in agreement, a hint of relief in his expression. "That's a good idea," he responded.As we stepped inside the engineering office, the bustling atmosphere engulfed us. The sound of chatter and the faint hum of computers filled the air. The office space was abuzz with activity, with engineers hunched over their desks, engrossed in their work. I glanced over at Mike, who seemed lost in thought, his gaz
Chapter 23Stephen POV"What if I told you I could get you to do my wishes?" I said, my tone threatening as it's sends down his spine. "You need a therapist. I never knew you were the best joker until now. Get out of my office" He barged the table angrily."Wait and see how it goes. I am thinking I could tell you to be afraid of me, Albert" I raven, my teeth gritted with determination."You really needs a therapist" I was about to work out when his voice stopped me."I guess you've started to do theater acting because it was surprising how you managed to put some fear into Sandra, and now you wouldn't stop your acting. I am not the type of person that you can get to bow to you with such a silly threat. Get the hell out of here and get your things ready because it's over for you in the company because of your lackadaisical behavior. You are indeed an arrogant jerk" His word pierce through every part of my body. But rather, I burst into a rancorous laughter, giving an eerie silence in
Chapter 24"Nothing," he said, his voice laced with caution. "You shouldn't just go out with her. I don't want you to have a bad record in the company." His words were filled with concern, trying to protect his friend from any consequences. However, I couldn't help but chuckle softly at his assumption. "Did you even think I am trying to date her?" I asked, amusement evident in my voice. "No, I'm not trying to date her. I can't possibly embarrass her among the other workers. I'll inform her later that I won't be going with her. Besides, I barely have time for love in my life right now."I replied to Mike, "I'm sure no girl wanted me when I was looking tattered and ugly, but now that I'm looking presentable, a girl is asking me out." Despite my sarcastic remark, a scoff threatened to escape my lips, showing my disbelief at what happened. "Excuse me," I said, interrupting our conversation and heading towards one of the office rooms. I needed to inform President Karen about the flash dr
Chapter 25"Why do you slap me? I asked angrily, I clinched my fist angrily"When did you gain nerves? You suddenly wanted to end a five-year marriage, and now that you've got President Karen involved in your silly games, how dare you think you've grown beyond control?" He dragged me by my collar, and I suddenly burst into a rancorous laughter as I jerks his hands away."Are you so frustrated right now, Mr. Clinton? I can't imagine how tensed and scared you are even when you haven't seen anything" I walked towards the sofa and sat comfortably."Stephen, you've grown some wings, right? Stand up right now." Mrs. Clinton's voice brimmed with anger. Who doesn't know this old witch does nothing? Than to shout."I guess I should be scared right, I should start shaking and begging you right, Mrs. Clinton, as my ex mother-in-law, right?" A sinister grin played briefly on my face as I let out a mockery laughter."Mr. and Mrs. Clinton, sit down and listen to me. Today I do the talking, and you
Chapter 26President Karen, her face etched with determination, left out a slight smile as she placed her delicate hand on mine. Her voice carried a mix of emotions as she replied me. "Did you think I could do something like that?" she asked, her voice revealing a hint of vulnerability. "I can't neglect my children like that. I made a difficult decision for their well-being, keeping them away from their father. But I make sure to visit them every three months. They're in good hands, with my elder sister taking care of them. And they're doing just fine now that they're 25 years old." As I listened to her words, I couldn't help but acknowledge the passage of time. Her twins, now adults, had grown up while she keeps her work and position at the company. "I am certain your daughters have grown into beautiful young women, just like you," I commented, trying to offer some admiration. But, President Karen scoffed loudly."Did I tell you they're girls?" she asked, a smirk dancing on her li
Chapter 27Getting to my turn, I gulp down as the bouncer inspects my dressing."You can go in, sir." His words gave me a bit of excitement. I was checking through the club, it was so crowded and noisy that you could see different types of people, some men with one lady or another, the single ladies, the lesbians, and the gays. I got irritated as I saw a boy rubbing the chest of another guy, playing seductive. I can't help but accept how irritated I felt. I went inside, looking around to see if Mike is close, and I heard his voice from behind. I quickly turned and walked up to him."You look so handsome I can't imagine you are this handsome" The way he says those words surges out some doubt in me."Are you a gay? Why are you checking me out? I asked skeptically. And he laughed."You are so silly, I just want to make sure that you get some highlights," he said, and I was a little confused because this was my first time to the club."Is there a game house here, or what highlights are yo