Mr. Andrew had visited Mr. Moe over the weekend for a meeting. The meeting took a lot of time, as they had a lot to discuss about their business and all.Mr. Andrew had in mind to ask his friend, Mr. Moe, about the latest update about Jack, but then that would have to be after the meeting.They were far gone with the meeting, almost concluding it, when Mr. Moe’s phone rang.“Hello, Liam,” Mr. Moe replied the moment he picked up his phone from the table right in front of him, connected the call, and placed it in his ear. “I hope you are progressing.”“There is something I discovered,” Liam, the caller, reported.Liam is the financial analyst who has done so much underground work for Mr. Moe over the years.“What is that? I hope it is good news,” Mr. Moe questioned, seemingly happy.“I am sorry, but it is not a good one.”Looking all angry, “What could that be then? Just go straight to the point,” Mr. Moe barked, his voice tone evident of how pissed he already was.“Everything about the
The reception area of Joe Enterprises buzzed with unsettling noises. The usual sounds of phone calls, hushed conversations, and keyboard clicks had been replaced by a tense and oppressive silence. Two figures, dressed in the official garb of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), stood stoically in the center of the hall, with their expressions a mix of determination and suspicion.Across from them was Mr. Moe’s secretary, Lisa, and her face was pale and drawn. Fear gnawed at Lisa, a young woman with wide, worried eyes. Mr. Joe wasn't known for his patience, and unannounced visitors, especially of this official nature, are likely to be a problem for her.Hesitantly, Lisa stepped forward, her voice barely a whisper. “Can I, uh, help you, gentlemen?” She stammered, her hand instinctively reaching for the golden nameplate on her desk.The lead investigator, a man with a steely glint in his eyes and a no-nonsense demeanor, cleared his throat. “We're here to see Mr. Joe,” he declar
Just within a brief moment, Blade had gathered additional evidence, thanks to Mark, the former accountant who had been forced out of Joe Enterprises some time ago. Mark's detailed records and the knowledge corroborated by the anonymous documents provided a watertight case against Mr. Joe. For some reason, Blade can't extend it to Mr. Moe in the meantime.The journalist that Blade contacted was impressed by the strength of their evidence and was working on a follow-up exposé—a profound look into Mr. Joe's financial manipulations. The story gives every indication of being explosive, further exposing Mr. Joe's web of deceit and potentially leading to criminal charges.As hours turned into days, the pressure on Mr. Joe intensified. The SEC investigation continued, with their inquiries becoming more pointed and their critical observations more intense. The once-confident swagger with which Mr. Joe had navigated the business world was replaced by a nervous twitch, which, it is safe to say,
Jack's breath hitched at a go. Lord Rock, his late grandfather, had left everything just under his name: his mansion, the Agron Incorporation, and other assets. So, the thought of sharing his inheritance—the life he had already adjusted to—was a bitter pill for him to swallow.But to look at it from one angle, the man in question seems to be almost his age or he should be between a year to 5 years older than Jack.How come the man said he is a son to his grandpa, could it be that he is the same age or a bit younger to his step uncle.Blade, with a lost expression written all over his face just like Jasmine, narrowed his eyes, finding it difficult to comprehend what was about to happen. He only managed to step closer to Jack, her hand instinctively resting on his shoulder in silent support. The air in the space grew thick with tension.Still on it, Alexander withdrew a single document from the bag and placed it before Jack. “See for yourself,” he said, a triumphant glint in his eyes.J
After a little deep thought, Jack contacted the gatekeeper to ask Alexander to come back.The gatekeeper did that immediately when Alexander was about to get in his car to drive off, so he had to return to Jack.As soon as he did, Jack said to him instantly when he got to where he was, “You said that your name is Alexander, right?”“Yes, I did,” he replied, nodding his head. “Alexander Rock.”“Ok, that's fine. Can I have the documents and pictures, if you don't mind?” Jack requested.“For the documents, I don't mind, but for the pictures, I do mind because they're a big possession to me. That is the only picture of my late dad I possess.”“It's fine; can I have the documents then?”“Why not? I have the photocopy of it, so I will give you that and go with the original copy,” Alexander said. He placed the bag right on the table, brought out the file, and pulled a single document, which is the photocopy he said he would give to Jack.Jack collected it and said, “Thank you. I will keep in
Barrister Harry is the one whom the late Lord Rock entrusted his will to as the executor. He is a man in his late 50s, or, let's say, about 60 years old. His father used to work for the late Lord Rock as his personal lawyer before he passed on, and then Barrister Harry, who is also a legal practitioner, picked up from there.Barrister Harry had come earlier on that day to see Jack after Jasmine contacted him and told him that his attention was urgently needed at Jack’s house. By that time, Jasmine had gone to her place as she had some things to attend to.After being asked some questions, Barrister Harry confirmed that what Alexander had said was true. Blade asked him to go and bring the document that backed up what he just confessed to be true.He eventually left and, in no time, returned to Jack’s place with a file containing some documents right in a briefcase. The documents were stamped and signed with the signature of the late Lord Rock.Barrister Harry presented the papers to Ja
As soon as the lawyer left, Blade sent out a message to one of his agents: “Track the car that just left here now, just the way you did for the other that left earlier on. Make sure you do it covertly so that you won't be noticed. I want to know his whereabouts in the next 24 hours. Again, double the security we have in this vicinity. I am sure someone, somewhere, is secretly playing an expensive hard trick on the young master.”At almost the same time, the person responded to Blade’s message.“On it, the gate just opened, and the person is about to drive out. But this looks like Barrister Harry’s car, or is it some other person?”“Yes, he is the one. Just track him, like I said, and get back to me. You don't need to respond to this; just go on and do that. We will talk later.”At that time, Alexander had left Jack’s premises; he was unknowingly tracked by the same guy.Initially, Alexander had gone back to the hotel where he lodged. Then, while the agent was still keeping tabs on him
“You mean he had already accepted the will, and now you have prepared the papers so he could sign?” Mr. Moe asked Barrister Harry with so much enthusiasm.Barrister Harry and Alexander were at Mr. Moe’s place, as demanded by the latter.When they had explained to him over the phone how they had carried out the plan perfectly, his joy knew no bounds, and he had to invite them over so he could hear them say it to his face. He also invited Mr. Andrew over to hear the good news as well.“Yes, he only needs to sign it, and the same with Alexander. That is the only thing that is left.”“Whop!” Mr. Moe said as he used the balled knuckles of his right hand to hit against his left palm in joy. “That's fabulous. I am so happy about this right now. Now, let's see how he is going to escape this. You two did a perfect job, even beyond what I expected; no one could have done it better. For this to go this well, you must have played your part a hundred percent. I commend you two greatly.” He proceed
“Getting married to you is one of the best decisions I have made,” Jack complimented Jasmine, while Jasmine kept on grinning from ear to ear stylishly.They were relaxing in the sitting room, as it was the weekend.“Mum, can you join me in my game if you don't mind?” Amanda interrupted the lovey-dovey moments Jack and Jasmine were having together.“I will join you soon, you can go back to your room, babygirl,” Jasmine hastily replied and Amanda winked excitedly at her and left.Not long after Amanda left, one of the housekeepers came by. “Good day, young master. Someone is here to see you, and she said her name is Nancy."With raised, angry-looking brows, Jack turned and said to the housekeeper, “Tell her to leave at once and never to step foot here.” Looking so bitter, like he just heard terrible news, he added inwardly, “I wonder who showed her the way to my house.”Jasmine tapped him gently on his lap. “Darling, that was a bit harsh. Please hear her out first.”“There is nothing wr
Jack and Blade were watching the news of Richard's jail sentence.Before then, Jack had made sure that Mark was set free just like they had agreed, even though the police finally came to rescue him. But then he remembered that Mark almost got into trouble just because the latter wanted to help him save his daughter and Jasmine, if he had agreed to do what he wished.He didn't stop at making sure that Mark escaped; he also ensured that Mark's grandmother was sent to the best hospital for proper medication treatment.That was the least he could do for himself at the time.Mark in turn appreciated him, and Jack offered him the sum of money he needed to set up a business.“I never saw you as this happy, young master.” Blade commented.“Of course, I need to be happy. Knowing I don't have to worry about anything ever again. At least now, Mr. Moe, Mr. Andrew, and now Richard are all in jail, and I will make sure they rot in jail for all I care.”Jack misquoted, coming from a completely diff
Jack saw that as an opportunity to at least express what he feels for Amanda, as he had initially given her the impression that Amanda was the one who needed her more.But right now, he could feel he needs Jasmine more in his life, even more than Amanda does, and he wouldn't miss this moment to prove it.Thank goodness that none of them lost their lives, especially Amanda, as she was on the verge of losing it while they got to the hospital, but Mercy said no.Jack had spent over an hour in the kitchen just to make steaks, mac 'n' cheese, and fruit salad.Amanda had requested it, and since love needs to be expressed by going out of one's way to get things done,.He had to do it, even though he doesn't enjoy being in the kitchen, hoping Jasmine would enjoy it as well.Jack called out, "My two babies, dinner is ready."Amanda's room was occupied by both Jasmine and Amanda.Even though there was a lot of room at Jack's residence, Amanda and Jasmine can't be separated, at least not now tha
After Jasmine and Amanda were discharged from the hospital, they were both brought back to Jack's house, as the doctor had instructed that they needed proper attention and love more than any other time.Jack saw that as an opportunity to at least express what he feels for Amanda, as he had initially given her the impression that Amanda was the one who needed her more.But right now, he could feel he needs Jasmine more in his life, even more than Amanda does, and he wouldn't miss this moment to prove it.Thank goodness that none of them lost their lives, especially Amanda, as she was on the verge of losing it while they got to the hospital, but Mercy said no.Jack had spent over an hour in the kitchen just to make steaks, mac 'n' cheese, and fruit salad.Amanda had requested it, and since love needs to be expressed by going out of one's way to get things done,.He had to do it, even though he doesn't enjoy being in the kitchen, hoping Jasmine would enjoy it as well.Jack called out, "M
From what he could read, he could sense that something was happening behind his nose.Could it be that Mark was bargaining with Jack on the instructions that were given to him or something?The thought of it made him almost go wacko, as no one crosses that line and gets free with him.Even if not immediately, he would certainly make sure the person went down 6 feet below.Richard pulled out his gun from his pocket and placed it on Mark's head. I gave you instructions on what to do, and you dare try to do otherwise?” He blurted it out angrily.“You pull that trigger on that guy's head,” he instructed one of his boys that followed him inside while looking in Jack's direction, to show who he was referring his boy to.“Then you,” he said, gesturing to the other person, “go to bring his daughter and side chick where they are kept.”As soon as the guy left to get Jasmine and Amanda out, he said, “Hold on, don't pull the trigger yet.” He quickly instructed the first guy he had asked to shoot
“What is going on here? I ask again.” Richard shouted at the top of his voice this time.From what he could read, he could sense that something was happening behind his nose.Could it be that Mark was bargaining with Jack on the instructions that were given to him or something?The thought of it made him almost go wacko, as no one crosses that line and gets free with him.Even if not immediately, he would certainly make sure the person went down 6 feet below.Richard pulled out his gun from his pocket and placed it on Mark's head. I gave you instructions on what to do, and you dare try to do otherwise?” He blurted it out angrily.“You pull that trigger on that guy's head,” he instructed one of his boys that followed him inside while looking in Jack's direction, to show who he was referring his boy to.“Then you,” he said, gesturing to the other person, “go to bring his daughter and side chick where they are kept.”As soon as the guy left to get Jasmine and Amanda out, he said, “Hold o
“Jack.” The words got choked in his throat. Everyone in the city knew about the latest Jack Ford. The once-hidden CEO of Agron Incorporation had decided to pipe down all this time.He knew that if it's true, then the person right before him held immense power, more than even the president of the state, and the incorporation thrived powerfully.But then Mark couldn't believe what he heard. With a smirk, he said, “You think you can fool me, right?”“Believe it or doubt it at your own risk.’ but their business thrived.Then the realization that it should be true hit Mark: was he the same person he heard had decided to keep a low profile along?Mark fell on his face immediately at Jack's feet. “Please, I beg you, spare them. Please,” he pleaded, and Jack stood up, as it was obvious he was unmoved by his gesture. He knew he couldn't fall so cheap as he was sure that Mark was only being a cheap hypocrite, he thought as he walked to the west side of the room, examining the view properly.“D
Just then, the captain's phone rang, interrupting his thoughts. He looked down at his pants, where his phone was, and then immediately went back to Jack.“I will advise you to pick up that call; you might be saving a life. Who knows.” Jack teased with mocking looks and enjoyed the helpless expression on the captain's face.The captain hastily picked up the call, and it was quite a familiar voice that he heard.“Mr. Mark…” The caregiver he had employed to take care of his grandmother's voice came through as if it were vibrating.“Mrs. Joy,” The captain called out to confirm the voice he just heard.The captain's eyes widened in shock as the pistol he held earlier fell from his hand, while Jack gave him a condensed look of confirmation.“You fool,” he muttered, but he could be heard as he watched the captain finish his call.As soon as he got off the phone, he turned to Jack and said, “Don't let your men touch my grandmother. She is all that I have!” The captain started with a loud voic
Blade was at home, ordering one or two things from his end via phone calls.Although he was on and off the house as needed after Jack had left, as he made sure everything was under control.One of the boys that works for him had come to report to him about what was going on so far.The report wasn't perfect compared to what he had planned in his head, but one thing was to plan, and another which is the main thing is making it go exactly as planned.Blade was busy contacting the police too, so as to keep tabs with them as he tried to make sure they didn't fail him at this moment when he needed them most.It's a matter of life and death, and everyone has their own part to play, just to leave no stone unturned.He also wished that Jack, Amanda, and Jasmine would be safe as they had planned, but it depends on how perfect the operation is.If not, with the way assassins sometimes work, they might end up killing everyone if things don't go their way or if they aren't stopped in the right ma