Raphael Gauthier narrowed his eyes in slight thoughts as Pierre awaited a response to his last statement. He knew for him to ask for a condition before endeavoring in tutelage must be consequential.“Pierre, what condition could that possibly be? As long as it goes in tandem with my belief system. Then I'd willingly consent,” he intelligently responded as he tried to maintain steady eye contact with his friend.Pierre gently put his hands on his waist and ambled towards the back of the Ringside punching bag stand.‘Where could he be headed? What condition could that be? What kind of sacrifice is expected?’ Raphael Gauthier couldn't help to inquire inwardly as he glued his eyes on him.Pierre on the other hand presumed his friend and boss should be in a planet of different thoughts but sooner he'd obtain answers to his questions.Pierre gently receded towards Raphael Gathuier's position holding a golden little box in his palm. The sight of this alone intensifies his curiosity.In less
Raphael Gauthier had never worn a necklace before then. He had always been a fan of exquisite fashion but he hadn't had a reason to wear one.The facts were explicit enough that accepting to wear the necklace meant it wouldn't be removed from his neck no matter the counter circumstances that would stand against that decision.“Young Master. I don't need a soothsayer to inform me how greatly destined you're and believe me when I say you do need to learn these extraordinary skills. And you know that for a fact,” Pierre spoke out after spilling the condition.Raphael Gauthier slightly nodded his head knowing his friend didn't lie one bit. Before he made that request the previous day. He had thought about how important it would be to acquire those skills.He has to think through the condition once again to be extremely certain he is prepared to face the odds that will arise against him.‘Should I head back to The Lion Winery Industries and keep managing my grandfather's company with my al
Raphael Gauthier inhaled and exhaled sharply as he kind of swallowed hard. He didn't know Pierre as a joker to bluff about his destiny being exceptional.Right from the point his late father shoved him and his late mother out of the Lambert family. He knew he had to take the rough path for a reason.Even during his sufferings and humiliations in The Moreau's family. He had always had an inner conviction that he was special and had unique goals to achieve.Pierre's words for the last five minutes had just made him reminisce on past events and he knew it was nothing but the fact. He was born for this and he must embrace it.Raphael Gauthier at the very moment confirmed how prepared he needed to be given the fact he's become a public figure after he successfully won the embezzlement case. Several eyes are glued on him to fail or to succeed.[He must be prepared!]Pierre stepped out from Raphael Gauthier's stand and stood a few miles from him.“You must never reveal the reason behind the
Pierre had grasped how studious Raphael Gauthier was during the days of his disguise mission. He observed him and realized how explained words sink well in him.Little wonder he believed that administering martial arts lectures would give him an edge before the practical itself.Pierre never for once doubts Raphael Gauthier's intellectuality as he's got one of the most outstanding brains. Celine confirmed that herself.“Pierre? Was that why your eyes were fixed on the first three armed robbers' movements before they attacked you?” Raphael Gauthier promptly hinted at a scene that occurred at Rosenberg Park Supermarket concerning the present event.Pierre rolled his heart as the event flashed before his eyes. He jammed his hands in respect to his student's perfect example of what he had been lecturing.Raphael Gauthier exhaled calmly in slight happiness. It felt kind of good that all this while he'd been paying meticulous attention to Pierre's words. It hasn't been a waste of effort.“A
Pierre smiled in appreciation for having his late father's successor standing before him and being trained by him. [Hilarious right?]All this while he has been mad at himself for dwelling on the ugly past incident and not moving on to assume the mantle by Mr. Adrien, his father.Little did he know that the universe had a different plan for him. [As a tutor!]Since he hadn't been able to make his father proud all these years to continue from where he stopped. He might as well change the course of reality by giving his best in training the successor.The Ark Tiger members fought tirelessly for almost half a decade to recover the legendary diamond necklace from The Great Machiavellian. To their greatest shock, Pierre refused to accept the mantle but to keep the ancient gift in his watch. [Huh?]The Ark Tiger finally consented to the belief that something would unfold someday and finally, it did in a different light.“Apart from attacking. A martial artist must be smart enough to know th
Pierre didn't blame Raphael Gauthier for having such thoughts either. The major reason he opted to indulge in the training was to fulfill his outlined goals.How would he stand in for those who would need his help when he'd have to retreat in a combat field?Raphael Gauthier of no doubt needed more enlightenment on why that should be considered as well.Pierre cleared his throat to attract his student's attention. He wouldn't want Raphael Gauthier to be lost in thoughts while he's making further clarity on the bone of contention.“Young Master there are some combats not meant to be indulged in that require intellectual prowess to solve. Why waste your energy in showcasing those exceptional combat skills?”“What do you do, Young Master? You retreat and proffer other means of solving it,” Pierre gradually started getting him back on track.“Everything can't be solved through combat. If that's not true, how have you been able to triumph to this stage without engaging in any combat?” He f
Pierre politely insisted and handed the water over to Raphael Gathuier who indulged and got the bottle of water wrapped around his right palm.Left for him he wouldn't have bothered pausing due to his steadfastness in acquiring the skills he needed to excel with.Pierre on the other note understood that the training would soon get practical and as such the Young Master needed water to rejuvenate.There was an uninterrupted silence between teacher and student while they indulged in a little rest gently quenching their dried throat. The major thought in their hearts was how to proceed to the next level of training.Raphael Gauthier didn't explicitly know what would unfold after the short break while Pierre relied on The Ark Tiger's instructions and direction to painstakingly employ his best in tutoring a witty fellow as The Young Master.Pierre finally disentangled from his original position and sauntered a little bit before resumption. Both were completely fine with water and didn't ne
Raphael Gauthier's spirit was elated at his tutor's intentional repositioning of attention towards the Ringside punching bag stand.He pondered why they didn't commence with it but didn't want to interrupt the training with such observation and finally, it appeared like it was already time.Pierre undeniably noticed the uncontrollable smiles engulfing the Young Master's cheeks and pondered what intrigued him with The Ringside punching bag.Raphael Gauthier gently exhaled while he braced himself for the next phase of his training. He perceived it should be the most practical level of the training and must implement all he's being taught.Pierre had a hint of flashbacks striking deep in his consciousness. That very moment when his late father got him accustomed to the do and don't of the Ark Tiger before training him on how to use the Ringside punching bag stand.Remarkably, as time had it, it was his time to tutor another on the intricacy interwoven with the concept of martial arts.“Yo
“In the course of the investigation, the president of France and other ambassadors from five South American countries got involved when they learned the esteemed Grand Lord, Raphael Gauthier, was also in the contest with The Ultimate Branded Champagne.”“I’m here to announce to y'all that we've acquired implicating evidence that over the last half a decade, Alexandre Petit has continually connived with twenty high-ranked staff of the European Winery Exhibition Contest to condemn justice and fairness, which has made him the winner in consecutive occasions!”The crowd slammed their voices in anger as they booed at Alexandre Petit with disdainful tongues.“In this year's edition, he had an accomplice by the name of Lucas Moreau, months back in agreement, they attempted to assassinate Raphael Gauthier and his stepbrother, Hugo Lambert. We have all the evidence and there's no hiding and running for them.Immediately his voice echoed. Multiple police officers who had strategically positione
THREE MONTHS ON… “Distinguished Ladies and Gentlemen, it's an honor to have y'all in attendance for over two hours at the European Winery Exhibition Contest, the world's most rated Winery contest ever to breathe!” The host exclaimed in profound esteem The crowd responded in a shriek of happiness and coherence. It was indeed an honor to be invited, and I would always go down memory lane. “This year’s edition has been for over one month and today being the final, y'all stayed till the last month when the winner would be announced!” “Today’s event commenced in four, the semi-finals, and down to two finalists: The Ultimate Branded Champagne and The Lion Winery Industries. Thank you for staying till when it mattered most!” Jubilation entrapped the distinguished guests as they shone their teeth in profound excitement. They couldn't wait to see who would go home with the esteemed prize of the decade. In great attendance were Raphael and Celine with a group of devoted supporters; t
“I don't care if I die the next minute or get arrested and pay for my crimes. As long as I divulge what has been hidden for decades, then my part has been done,” Hugo mouthed with a short gasp breath, his face gripped with sweat as he held onto his step-older brother.All along, Raphael had presumed his younger stepbrother was bluffing about having information to spill. It seemed like he had finally gotten his attention.“Really? You got any information?” his brows raised in keenness.Agathe waved at the medical personnel who sheepishly departed from the room. They had already overstayed. It's family time!“Yes, I do, dear brother…”“I know none of my words would change the past and the evil I've done to you, which led to the death of your mother, banishment, and many others, including sleeping with your ex-wife,” he spilled those hard words out. And once again, the ugly past flashed before Raphael’s face.Agathe strode towards him and patted his shoulder; she understood how painful i
For the greater good of his power and what it believes in, Hugo Lambert should be saved by his older stepbrother despite the pains he has inflicted. GrandLord Raphael Gauthier, in a state of pain and anger, understood that and had to do the needful.‘Hugo you've fought so hard against death. Time to come back to us,’ GrandLord Raphael Gauthier communioned with the deteriorated state of Hugo Lambert.He believed he could hear his words. One of the containers had a well-prepared honey with herbal ointment in it as his inner power whispered what he should do.Agathe Lambert muttered a thousand prayers in her heart as her hands shook in fear. She might not be a great fan of Hugo from inception but she wouldn't want him dead either. The medical personnel stood in disorientation as they beheld the unprecedented movie being played before their eyes.GrandLord Raphael Gauthier signaled Agathe Lambert, who assisted in slightly opening Hugo's mouth to enable him to pour the herbal medicine insi
Agathe Lambert was struck in a state of slight confusion and vibrantness. She quickly strode towards where Hugo Lambert had laid for over a week as his health deteriorated. The medical renowned doctors followed behind to witness what would unfold sooner.It wasn't a pretense that the medical experts had little or no hope of what the GrandLord could do differently. They engaged in indistinct communication amongst themselves while their faces were etched with doubts, disbelief, and slight confusion.Grand Lord Raphael Gauthier stood face to face before his stepbrother. He exhaled deeply with his eyes intentionally closed while he trailed his oil-soaked right finger on his chest towards his abdomen back to his chest and throat.Agathe Lambert instantly wondered what Raphael's right finger was doing on Hugo's chest. She somewhat feared that he might want to avenge what happened to his late mother. The medical personnel maintained their indistinct conversations with their heads and eye gou
She knew GrandLord Raphael Gauthier was quite an intentional human and wouldn't mouth those unexpected words if he didn't mean them. Nonetheless, she couldn't control how astonished she seemed.For a moment she gave up on GrandLord Raphael Gauthier ever believing her about Hugo Lambert or what he had to tell him. She believed the past ugly incident would cloud his judgment on believing her.“The more time we waste the less chance he has to survive the poison,” GrandLord Raphael Gauthier quickly spoke out.He promptly offered Agathe Lambert his right hand as an aid to lift herself off the ground. He went ahead and offered her a white handkerchief to wipe off her tears while she made efforts to stand.The driver had his mouth slightly opened at how he thought he'd soon head back to the mansion or the office. However, his boss had other plans for the day.“Why the sudden change of heart? I could swear you would have zoomed off without looking back,” Agathe Lambert hinted as her eyes popp
He tutted his lips even more in disagreement and displeasure with his lips curved in disbelief and contempt. He shook his head more often while anticipating what Agathe Lambert would say next.She wasn't making any single sense with her words about Hugo Lambert's poisoned state and his request to speak with him. Agathe Lambert temporarily went speechless while glancing at him and other gatekeepers who could grasp the building conversations.“Drop this trick to get me to heal him 'cause that's not happening. He caused the death of my mother. You wasted your time in making me come over,” GrandLord Raphael Gauthier blurted out while taking a step backward.He felt there were no more words left unsaid with his younger step-sister and got to head back to the mansion or, better still, see how Pierre was handling business in his absence.It was better than being at the wrong time at the wrongest time. Driving from the mansion on Agathe Lambert's request seemed like a waste of time.“Good day
“Several medical professionals have conducted several diagnoses, but he's none responsive to their treatments,” Agathe Lambert, after a few moments, uttered more words to establish clarity.She had anticipated to bark at her immediately when she uttered the last words or even an immediate response which he didn't. Hence, she had to delve back to words that would build stamina to whatever his thought organs were entertaining.GrandLord Raphael Gauthier intentionally kept mute and steadily set his sight on her believing she got more words unspilled. His eyebrows were raised more with his two hands placed across his waist while trying to make sense of where Agathe Lambert was driving.“Hugo?” he somewhat mouthed with his eyes blinking. “Poisoned?” His last words followed with a question. “By who?” GrandLord Raphael Gauthier promptly inquired with a somewhat calmer tone. “When?” he went further in striding towards the path of questions.Questions engrossed in inquiries which was all Grand
GrandLord Raphael Gauthier hastily mouthed with his eyebrows raised in building annoyance. He kept his sight steadily on Agathe Lambert striving to make meaning to her last statement. He knew she wasn't joking but needed a form of clarity in her speech.Agathe Lambert vividly remembered all that transpired between Grandlord Raphael Gauthier and Hugo and should be the last person to make such statements when the GrandLord is concerned.Agathe Lambert was somewhat confused about what to respond with as her gaze quickly dropped off. She reactively took two steps backward in perplexed thoughts. GrandLord Raphael Gauthier was swift enough to understand his younger step-sister's last action. He positioned his hand in an akimbo posture while still glaring at her.“I left my mansion for Hugo? That betrayer? You're kidding huh?” GrandLord Raphael Gauthier mouthed once more but his voice heightened this time.Still maintaining his body posture, he took one step forward in search of a response f