Jack was bewildered as his eyes caught up to the lady. He had thought that very few women could steal Nancy’s limelight, but this very one he just saw now was undoubtedly one of them.Before Jack could utter a word, he sensed a whiff of fragrance but was caught off guard by Blade introducing her.“This is Jasmine,” Blade said, gesturing toward the lady. “She manages Agron Incorporation and has been the one putting things in place in your absence.” Blade gave a quick stare to Jack, who was already looking at him as he spoke. “She is one you can confide in because your grandpa trusted her so much when he was alive.” He added.Blade moved his eyeballs away from Jack and then to Jasmine and said,“No need to say much, Jasmine. By now, you should know this is our young master. The only survival heir of Lord Rock.”Jasmine smiled at Jack, extending her hand for a shake. "Welcome, Mr. Jack. It's a pleasure to meet you.” She spoke in a smooth, harmonious voice. She noticed he hesitated a l
Jack had woken up from bed after what seemed to be a very long night.Life couldn't have been any sweeter; his body was as if it were massaged by the orthopedic bed he lay on.Thoughts of Jasmine flashed through his mind. He picked up his phone from the corner of the bed, where he placed it with the complimentary card Jasmine had given him the previous day.He didn't spare a second to save her contact, so he decided to give her a call.“Good morning, Jasmine. Can I come around the incorporation today?” He said after the receiver got connected.“Sure, you can even come now if you wish, young master. I hope you have had enough rest already.”A wave of relief swept through Jack with her response. From her voice, he could sense her cravings. Even though Jack wasn't a lover boy, being a sensitive guy, he could tell when a woman was blushing at his words.Jack ended the call and decided to visit Agron Incorporation immediately.He quickly freshened up and dressed in a white-arm T-shirt wit
“What are you insinuating? I don't understand,” Blade replied.“What don't you understand? I said some men are right behind me. Send the security you said you would send if you want to save my life.” He retorted, sounding a bit harsh, knowing his life was in danger as he used the side mirror to see that the men were almost caught up with him.“Calm down, young master, those are your security. They are trained military agents, don't be scared of them. They will give you a distance so it doesn't look weird.” Blade said to him to get him relaxed, hearing how scared he sounded.“I learned you just headed for the second to the last street that leads to the incorporation now.”“Are you tracking me? Do you know I almost pooped trying to fire myself forward in speed and save my butt?” Jack joked.Blade let out a chuckle over the phone.“Even if I do track you, it's still part of my job,” he stated. Jack kept quiet, focusing on his direction and where he was headed.“I need to let you know tha
Jasmine logged in to her computer, seated right in front of her desk. She searched for the contract she had prepared for Mr. Charles and his partner beforehand in regard to the contract project to get their detailed information. Her slender fingers flew across the keyboard as she began to draft a business termination letter document, which would be presented to them. She already had the templates, so she just needed to work on the names, dates, and a few little things. Soon enough, some papers were printed out. She took a pen and signed it.“Mr. Charles from San Diego Hotels and his teaming partner are here to see you. They have an appointment today,” her secretary said to her.“Let them in,” she replied, not hesitating a moment.Mr. Charles and Nancy walked elegantly to her office.“Nice to have you both here again, you can have a seat,” she said to them. Pointing at the seats right in front of her, placed opposite where her official seat was centered. “I presume you are here to ge
It was evening. At Jack’s mansion, he was seen engrossed in his phone, doing a few research steps in setting up an accounting firm. Soon after that, he bathed and wore an Islamic turban that had a bid covering his entire face and a high white gown that made him look like a pope and left for the living room. That was a perfect disguise to visit his company, since he would prefer to go in a car with Blade this time.“I think we can go together to the incorporation now,” he urged Blade, who was around, seated in the living room.“Oh, you finally accepted that you need my company, boss?”“Stop feeling yourself, man. You will always tell me that you are doing your job, so get this one done too,” Jack teased him in a friendly tone.“Sure, why not.”Not quite long after, they headed out of the living room through the corridors. There was a convoy of luxury SUV cars parked outside waiting for him. But they ended up using just one of the presidential bulletproof black-tinted SUVs. They advanc
Mr. Charles sat on the couch in his office, tapping his feet rhythmically in utter despair and anger.“Good morning, sir,” Josh greeted as he walked in after a knock.“Were you able to come up with anything?” Mr. Charles hastily asked.“Yeah, but the agent I used couldn't give me something tangible.”“Why? After the money I paid for this to get done?"“You said she needed to act like a reporter, but when she finally came in contact with the assumed CEO, he refused to let her know his identity.”“Oh my God! That's bullshit. So how's the information she got going to help me with what I need right now?”“Try to hear what she inquired about first; who knows, it might help, sir.”“What did she say, then?”“She revealed that he is a powerful but sad man who chooses to keep his profile low.”The lady had told him that's the information she got so she could get her complete pay from him Josh, whom Mr. Charles had used to contact her. But this was actually what she had assumed instead, while s
“May the souls of the departed keep resting in the bosom of the Lord,” the officiating priest for the funeral said and continued. “And may peace be with you all present.”“Amen.” Blade and Jasmine responded, the priest did the sign of the cross and left for his car immediately, as he had concluded the sermon for the funeral and noticed the atmosphere was already cloudy.Jack had wanted the burial of his sister and grandpa very private to avoid unnecessary attention and traces to himself. So he only invited Blade and Jasmine, who were the closest people around him so far as he was concerned.Jack was so quiet and couldn't say a single word during the ceremony. He couldn't help but let emotions take over the better side of him. He knelt over the carpet grass facing the tombs of both his beloved sister and that of his grandpa as he unconsciously dropped the rose flowers he held in his hands.A million and one thoughts ran through his mind that centered on how his sister’s life would have
Driving his Range Rover Sport car, Jack headed to the bank, dressed casually in sweatpants and a T-shirt. This was his first time going out alone in a car.Jack got to the city bank. It was the largest bank in New York, with big business tycoons and the likes of the movers and shakers in New York as their customers. He had never operated in such a bank, as he used to be a low-class citizen.Upon arrival, he parked on the left side of the compound. He got out of the car, adjusted his clothes, and made his way inside, not minding any other person.When he got inside, he noticed there were many people waiting until it got to their respective turns. Different thoughts swirled through his mind as he thought: should he use his influence to skim over everyone and get in, or just wait until it gets to his turn?He moved forward, and his eyes darted to a familiar figure. He blinks his eyes in surprise. Was he daydreaming? It was Richard, the one that gave her sister the concoction which led to
“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