As the gala party unfolded, the atmosphere buzzed with excitement and anticipation. Small business owners mingled with guests, eager to make connections and forge new partnerships. Among them was Flora, who spotted her cousin Ted in the crowd.Flora made her way over to Ted, a playful smile on her lips. "Well, well, well, if it isn't my dear cousin Ted," she greeted him teasingly.Ted chuckled, his eyes twinkling with amusement. "Flora, always the life of the party," he replied, returning her smile.Flora playfully nudged him. "You know me," she quipped. "But seriously, Ted, when are you going to settle down? I hear marriage does wonders for networking."Ted laughed, shaking his head. "Ah, Flora, always the matchmaker," he said. "But I'm not in any rush. Besides, I'm too busy building my empire."Flora raised an eyebrow, a knowing look in her eyes. "Empire, huh?" she remarked. "More like trying to find your next sugar mama."Ted's smile faltered slightly, but he quickly recovered. "C
Salvador scanned the crowded room, his eyes darting from one face to another in search of Flora. It had been quite some time since he last saw her, and he couldn't shake the feeling of unease that gnawed at him. Spotting her at a table with Roxy, he made his way through the bustling crowd, a sense of urgency propelling him forward.As he approached the table, he noticed the furrowed brows and tense posture of both Flora and Roxy. Something was amiss, and Salvador's heart sank at the sight of their troubled expressions."Hey, what's going on?" Salvador asked, his voice laced with concern as he took a seat beside Flora.Flora sighed, her gaze troubled as she glanced at Salvador. "I don't know, it's just... I have this feeling, like something's not right," she admitted, her voice barely above a whisper.Roxy nodded in agreement, her eyes flickering with worry. "Yeah, it's like there's a storm brewing, and we're right in the middle of it," she added, her tone grave.Salvador furrowed his
The gala party came to an end, Salvador led Austin back to the family house, knowing that there would likely be some lingering guests and perhaps even some after-party chatter. He had instructed Austin to go to his room, wanting to shield him from any potential drama that might unfold.As Salvador entered the living room, he noticed Kelvin approaching, hand in hand with Leah. A sense of apprehension washed over him, knowing that Kelvin's presence often spelled trouble. He exchanged a knowing glance with Roxy and Flora, who mirrored his concerns.Kelvin's arrival did not go unnoticed by the rest of the family. Madam Katie, ever the matriarch, scoffed as she watched him approach, her disapproval evident in her expression. “. Maroon you better take care of Kelvin's bad attitude," she remarked, her voice tinged with frustration.Mrs. Maroon nodded in agreement, her fatigue evident in her features. "I'm tired of seeing Kelvin make a fool out of himself," she added, her voice tinged with di
As Leah settled into the passenger seat of the car, the tension between her and Kelvin was palpable. She turned to him, her voice tinged with frustration. "Aren't you going to say anything about how your parents treated me back there?" she asked, her tone accusing.Kelvin let out a laugh, his expression mocking. "Why should I?" he retorted, his voice dripping with sarcasm. "It's not like any of it matters. Remember, Leah, this relationship is all just for show."Leah fell silent, her frustration mounting as Kelvin's words sank in. She had hoped for some semblance of support from him, but it seemed that was too much to ask for.As they drove on in silence, Leah couldn't shake the feeling of disappointment that gnawed at her insides. She had thought Kelvin was different, that he would actually stand by her side. But it seemed she had been mistaken.Finally, unable to contain her frustration any longer, Leah spoke up once more. "When are you going to start actually doing something, Kelv
Flora sat across from her grandfather, feeling a mix of excitement and trepidation as he began to speak. Ted sat beside her, wearing a smug expression that Flora found irritating."Flora, Ted," their grandfather began, his voice serious. "I've called you here today because I want to discuss something important."Flora exchanged a glance with Ted, her curiosity piqued. "What is it, Grandpa?" she asked, leaning forward slightly."I want to talk about my will," he replied, his tone somber. "As you know, my wedding anniversary with your late grandmother is coming up, and I've decided that it's time to have my affairs in order."Flora's eyes widened in surprise. "But Grandpa, you're not...I mean, you're not...""Dead yet, I know," he interrupted, a hint of amusement in his eyes. "But it's important to be prepared, especially considering my plans to leave the country and eventually hand over the reins of the company."Flora bit her lip, feeling a pang of sadness at the thought of her grandf
Ted paced back and forth in his room, his mind consumed with thoughts of his recent change in behavior. He knew that his sudden transformation had caught his family off guard, but he had a reason for it – a sinister one. He didn't want them to suspect anything when Flora met her unfortunate demise. With her out of the picture, the path to inheriting the family company would be clear.A cruel smile played on Ted's lips as he imagined the day when he would finally take control of the company for good. He had been waiting for this moment for years, biding his time until the opportunity presented itself. And now, with Flora's life hanging in the balance, that opportunity was closer than ever.His thoughts were interrupted by the ringing of his phone. Ted glanced at the caller ID and saw that it was Kelvin. He quickly answered the call, eager to discuss their plans."Hey, Kelvin," Ted greeted, his voice tinged with excitement."Hey, Ted," Kelvin replied, his voice low and secretive. "I'm i
Salvador sat at his desk, the weight of the accusation hanging heavily on his shoulders. He couldn't believe what he had just heard – millions of dollars from the company's funds had been transferred into a personal account under his name , and he had no idea how or why. , What even bothered him the more was that he didn’t receive any money so someone was framing him . His mind raced with thoughts of the potential consequences of such an accusation. Money laundering was a serious offense, one that could not only ruin his reputation but also land him in prison. He couldn't afford to let this slide – he had to get to the bottom of it and clear his name.Summoning his financial advisor back into his office, Salvador demanded answers. "How could this happen?" he demanded, his voice laced with frustration and disbelief. "I would never do anything to jeopardize the company, you know that!"The financial advisor shifted uncomfortably under Salvador's gaze, clearly feeling the weight of the
Salvador stepped into the boardroom, he was greeted by a somber atmosphere that seemed to hang heavily in the air. The members of the board of directors regarded him with stern expressions, their eyes scrutinizing his every move as he took his seat at the head of the table."Mr. Maroon," began the chairman, his voice laced with a hint of disapproval. "We've called this meeting to address the serious issues surrounding the company's finances."Salvador nodded, steeling himself for what was to come. He knew that this meeting would be a pivotal moment in determining the fate of both himself and the company he had worked so hard to build.As the chairman outlined the details of the financial discrepancies that had come to light, Salvador listened intently, his mind racing with a whirlwind of emotions. He felt a sense of indignation at the accusations being leveled against him, knowing full well that he was innocent of any wrongdoing.But amidst the chaos and confusion, Salvador remained r