“Good day, the people of New York City. Today is the long-awaited day that we will elect the senator, and we have three qualified candidates contesting. Do well to cast your votes online for your most preferred candidate to enable us to choose who emerges as the winner. Voting commences now, from 8 am till 6 pm, and it will be a wrap. So you have 10 hours to decide. Your vote is your voice, and it counts. Good luck and have a nice day,” the newscaster’s voice from the national television reverberated.“Let's have it,” Andrew said excitedly, as his eyes were glued to the television.Scott, Nancy, and the godfather were present to cheer him up, as there was no bargain on his winning.The online voting commenced, and the results were instantly shown on television as the numbers kept reading: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5,…In the next 3 hours, it went on reading in favor of Mr. Andrew, and he beamed kindly to everyone in the room. In return, everyone in there was happy for him, as he was enjoying the fe
Mr. Andrew doubled his pacing as he treaded back and forth in the sitting room as if he were desperately searching for something.He brushed his hands through his hair, confused. He had already scheduled a planned public appearance and victory rallies after he must have won, as he had expected to win. But right now, it seems like all the plans have failed.“What the hell is happening? Everything is happening so fast… so fast that I can't even” He continued to mutter bitterly to himself, but he was cut off as his phone rang.Ring! Ring! Ring!He filled his hands into his pants, took the phone, and placed it on his ear. “What is it?” he asked Scott harshly over the phone.“The social media was infiltrated against our favor,” Scott’s calm but hasty voice said from the other side.“How exactly? I thought we had resolved that already.”“Not that. It is a different new video.”“What?” Mr. Andrew asked in shock. “What new video is that?”“Arhhhhhh! This one is unusual; you won't believe it,
Mr. Andrew just got back from the campaign headquarters. The day was the most uneventful for him, as he walked into the house like one who had just escaped death.Immediately after he got to what seemed like the middle of the living room, he screamed out loud in pain, “What!” Mr. Andrew stood still in shock, staring at Scott. “That foolish boy!” He added, rage evident as he scattered the crystal vase with fresh flowers and the sculptured object on the table. He panted heavily with clenched fists. “How dare he?” He seethed.He already called Scott on his way back and narrated to him what had happened at the campaign headquarters.“You don't need to worry about him; he is just a boy like you referred to him, who thinks he is now a big shot,” Scott said as he carefully moved backward a bit. He could still remember vividly how his boss slapped Nancy.In Scott’s mind, ‘if Mr. Andrew could slap Nancy, then who is he?’ Let alone now, he had to face an iceberg of humiliation from the public.
Jack and Blade got back late the previous day from Nick's side. They got delayed at Nick's place because Blade had to wait for his boss to return from the campaign headquarters with Nick. And even after they did, they still had a little time to pop some champagne and all.Due to time, Jasmine had to sleep over at her brother's place as she was so exhausted already, while Jack and Blade found their way back to the house.As soon as they got home, both of them retired to their various rooms and slept straight, without thinking twice. They were exhausted too, just like Jasmine, but they managed to get back home.As the day broke, they had already freshened up and had some time to themselves, respectively, and it was already getting to noon. Just immediately Blade came to meet Jack, the latter dropped the phone he was nonchalantly scanning through on the glass table right in front of him and quickly popped the question he had in mind for the longest time.“How were you able to get the vid
Jasmine and his brother had moved to see their mom.Different thoughts coursed through Nick's mind as he wondered who Jack was exactly because of the influence and money attached to Jack's name. But thinking about it was like trying to solve a puzzle with incomplete pieces, so it left so many unanswered questions in his head.On their way to Stamford, it was a cool drive from Nick until he decided to break the silence: “I need to ask you something, and I need you to be honest with me on that.”With the tone his brother spoke, Jasmine could sense that what he wanted to ask had something to do with Jack. She had seen how Nick was in awe when they were at Jack's house until the moment they left. Even though he tried so much to wave it off, it was quite obvious.It was safe to say that instead of taking Jack by surprise, it finally turned out that it was Nick who was taken by surprise.“Are you guys dating?”“Dating who?” Jasmine understood what Nick meant by the question he just threw at
“To have a very clean job that won't be traced, the boys need more time to run some investigations on how to carry out Jack's elimination,” Scott explained and then proposed.“Boss, I suggest that while we are still on the plan to get Jack down, what about strategically launching a campaign, maybe for an upcoming political position you would want to vie for? I think that will help you regain some power and influence.”“It seems like you don't get it; I have lost dignity in politics, and also, the public has turned against me. Besides, which political party is going to accept me? They are all saying that I'm not safe around their children. How else do you want me to explain to you?” Mr. Andrew narrated through gritted teeth.“So sorry, boss. I understand. Sorry for trying to get things wrong.”“It's fine.” Mr. Andrew just realized something that flashed through his mind, and he said, “I feel for my daughter right now. Did you think I overreacted?”Scott was scared to let Mr. Andrew kno
“Attention passengers,” the captain announced, "this is your captain speaking. We are currently beginning our descent into New York City. We expect to touch down in approximately 10 minutes. Please turn off all portable electronic devices and stow them away at this time. In preparation for landing, please ensure your seat belt is fastened snugly, and your tray table is returned to its upright position. If you have any loose belongings, please stow them under your seat or in the overhead compartment. We will have the cabin lights dimmed shortly after landing. The weather is relatively sunny, with a temperature in the 60s°F (around 15 °C).“Lastly, the flight attendants will be coming around shortly to collect any remaining trash. Thank you for choosing British Airways, and we hope you enjoyed your flight,” the captain concluded.Not long after, the plane landed, and the air hostesses made way for the few passengers in business class to exit first before those in economy class.Richard
Officer Wilfred turned to Richard and asked, “Do you want to put me in order? Don't you know he is the airport director, Commissioner Ken, and is entitled to decide my stay here?”Richard was shocked by what he heard, and at the same time, he had the feeling he had spoken to the director wrongly, but he still couldn't apologize. Even if he did, that may not have changed anything anyway.The ones Richard referred to as boys were the law enforcement officials the man got from the headquarters.“Please, sir, forgive my ill manners.” Officer Wilfred apologized again to Mr. Ken, but Richard seemed unmoved.“Do you wish to do your job properly, or do you want the boys I brought from the headquarters to do that?”“I will do the job, sir. Please give me a second chance,” Officer Wilfred pleaded.“We have to commence that as we head to the secure search room. And any form of incriminating move from you will be punished severely by the government. For your notice, I doubled the surveillance foo
“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