Chapter 2 - Let’s get a Divorce.
Anger, sadness and Devastation, those were the three things Cephas was feeling when his eyes fell on them.Everything in his head stopped moving, he stared into space, losing consciousness.A strange man, he didn’t know, was kissing his wife, kneading her backside like it was a dough.She also responded to his kisses passionately, digging her fingers into his hair.“What are you doing here?” Violet’s voice brought him back to reality.She had pulled away from the man she was kissing when they noticed Cephas’s presence.The man she was kissing remained where he was, Violet was now in front of him.She gestured to hold his hand but he refused, taking a few steps backward. “Violet, who is he?” He held himself from losing his temper.The woman that mattered so much to him. The woman he had to bear that humiliation for was hooking up with another man.“That’s Kade, Hannah’s brother. He is just a friend to me,” She tried explaining herself with obvious lies.“A friend? You let your friends kiss you now?” He asked angrily.“If they buy me pretty things and give me a lot of money, yes, I let them kiss me. Is something wrong with it?”“How can you say such ridiculous words, Violet? After all I do to make you happy. I give you everything you ask for.”“Here you go again with your lies. The bag you promised to buy me is out of season.”Cephas could not believe his ears, she was with another man but all she was about was the bag she wanted.Women are cruel.“The bag you requested for is what matters right now? What about the kiss? Is that fair?”“How is it not fair? You lied that you were working in some big company, that was why I agreed to marry you.” She folded her arms, pointing her fingers at him.“Look at you, a mere delivery man. I am now dating a man that will take good care of me. Suffering doesn’t suit me, when was the last time I visited a spa, did my hair, wore proper wigs.”“But you never asked, Violet. I would have taken more jobs to get you the money for that.”“I hate to see you struggle. Kade is ready to bear my financial burdens without struggling. You should move on.”“What do you mean by move on?” He asked with so much tension in him.She grabbed her bag and brought some papers out of it. She flung them on his face. “I am tired of being stuck with you.”He picked up the paper and scanned the content, “You are divorcing me? Violet, this is not necessary.”He tapped his temple, ignoring that she was disrespecting him in front of her side piece.She gave him the divorce papers at the lounge, had she schemed the whole thing that happened just because she wanted a divorce?“You are not the judge of that. You caught me cheating already. Just let me go.”She insisted.“I can forgive you for cheating, we can’t go our separate ways now. Not now, please.”“Cephas, I have made up my mind. I won’t go back on my words.”“Is this about bag? Let's leave this place. I will buy it for you immediately and I will buy the other things tomorrow I promise.”“Where will you get the money to buy me everything I want tomorrow? What if I asked you for the latest model of ferrari, would you get it for me?’“YES, Violet. Even if I have to take a loan, I can do it. That is how much I love you.”“It’s over already, Cephas. You will find a better woman that can cope with you and your wretched lifestyle.”“Things can change for me, I might be richer than Kade in the nearest future. Don’t lose me, please. You have suffered enough with me, I don’t want you to regret making me sign these divorce papers.”“Are you Gold or Silver? I want to lose you!! What you said about Kade, let’s see how you can get richer than him by doing your petty deliveries.”“Don’t lose me, please,” she mimicked him. “You should leave soon before we call security.”“You underestimate me, Violet. Let’s leave that aside and just go home so we can yalk about this. I love you.” His eyes become teary.“Love yourself first, you look like a mess right now with all that’s on your body.”“They don’t matter. A divorce doesn’t matter too.we don’t need it. This man has nothing to offer you.”“Speak for yourself, he has given me a lot of things in a week. Throughout our marriage you never bought one-third of it for me.”“I will begin to buy them now.”“Just forget it, it’s over, Cephas. Sign all of the papers and leave this house.”Cephas folded the papers and kept it in his pocket. He dragged his legs out of the room.The music that was playing in the lounge had stopped playing and everyone was staring at him.He had never been so embarrassed in his whole life.“Happy Divorcee life,” Hannah yelled after him, everyone else laughed.“He’s so obsessed with Violet that he doesn’t want anyone to take care of her.”“He can’t even take care of her. I’m happy Violet cuts off his reins.”“I like the way Kade didn’t say anything throughout. Rich men don’t talk too much. It’s only the wretched ones.”“Don’t lose me,” another person mimicked him. “Like he is the heir to the biggest empire in the world.”They had listened to all that he was discussing with Violet . He lowered his head in shame as he walked outHe went into the bathroom to wash himself off so he wouldn't stain his boss’s scooter.Standing in front of the sink, water streamed down his eyes. He was done washing the cake stain off his face.They ruined his mood, violet and her friend. He didn’t get only humiliation but also divorce papers from her.His clothes were a mess too. He stunk to himself and couldn’t bear the irritation he felt with himself.He took off his shirt to wash and blow dry it then he phone began to ring.His boss was obviously waiting for him to return to the shop so he ignored the call.The call didn’t stop so he decided to pick it up without checking the ID.“Hello, Young Master. This is Zoro. Your exile period is over. We are coming to get you to regain your place as the Heir to as the Magnate of Walter Corporations.”Chapter 3 - LoserCephas and Violet walk out of the divorce court after finalizing their divorce case. He was so sad to let Violet go but she didn’t want him anymore. There was nothing he could do about it.He had been begging her but she fell on deaf ears.He had even explained that he was expecting some money. She told him to move on with his life.She was done with him!“I hope women are wise enough to stay away from a broke man like you so their lives won’t be miserable.” She said scornfully to him.“Are you saying your life with me was miserable? When I gave you all you asked for?”“Getting me bags and shoes that were out of season isn’t living miserably? See why you don’t deserve to have any woman in your life,”She sized him from head to toe. “I made a terrible mistake marrying you. Hopefully no one else does the same. Take a look at all I wore today, kade bought them for me.”“I have bought more things for you, would it kill you if you tried to be satisfied with what I got
Chapter 4- Sleeping with the CEO“You know what? I am going to drive,” Cephas smiled at his sister. She threw the key to the Lamborghini to him.He caught it swifty got into the driver’s seat, his sister was the passenger princess for the ride.. “I thought you said you didn’t know how to drive,” Violet asked, yelling on top of her voice. She walked down the stairs in a rush while Kade followed her closely so she wouldn't fall off and hurt herself.Cephas ignored her, igniting the engine of the car. The car roared, sending waves of shock to Kade and Violet. They didn’t expect the reaction from the car.He laughed at the effect the car’s engine had on them and he zoomed off.“Ceph,” Sarah started. “Was that your wife? The one you married against dads wish?”“I’m afraid, yes,” he responded coldly as his hand tightened on the wheel of the car.“Was she worth the exile moment father gave to you?” She asked him. Sarah adored her brother and so did their father. Their lives were going on s
Chapter 5 - 5 Hundred Million Dollars “What’s wrong?” Cephas asked with concern written on his face. He had never seen her that way since he started working in her company. This situation was strange to him.Ms Williams broke down in tears and sank in her office chair, he offered her a clean handkerchief to wipe her face. He paced around her office then he sat down before he spoke. “It’s okay if you don’t want to talk, I am sorry for what happened.”Ms Williams sniffed and dabbed her face with the handkerchief. “I am sorry for acting like a child. It’s unlike me to act like that.”“You didn’t act like a child, sometimes crying helps to relieve stress.” He said to make her feel relaxed. Her eyes were red from crying but her makeup wasn’t ruined.“It must be waterproof” he thought to himself. At least her makeup wasn't all over the place, the other members of staff won’t be aware of what just happened.He didn’t like the way she was crying, he was eager to know what made her cry. She
Chapter 6 - Let’s sign a contract“What’s this?” Cephas picked the document up and gazed at it then he stared at her. He flipped through the pages while she responded to him“It’s a contract that state that if you end up paying and you are saying the truth, I will be heels over head for you,”Ms Williams folded her arms and fixed her eyes on his movement. Wondering what he would say next. If he backed out right now, she made up her mind to never speak to him again. It was fair that way because taking a prank this far would justify her cutting him off.Another part of her hoped that he really had the money on him so that she would not have to sleep with that disgusting old man.She couldn’t imagine giving her virginity to someone like him, it might even be fairer if it was something that didn’t have an appearance.Giving up on her business wasn't an option for, she had toiled day and night, working so hard to build up her company beating the odds of coming from a poor family.She did
Chapter 7 - In shockMs Williams could not speak for some moment. She was too stunned to speak, like the zeros behind the figure five hypnotized her.She didn’t expect to see that amount of money as her credit from him. It was like a dream, a fairytale.This was real life not some disney movie, she pinched her cheek to see if was really awake.She was indeed awake watching the fat sum of money sitting in her account. Her emotions were all over the place, she didn’t know if she was supposed to cry or laugh at her situation.She just managed to digest the whole situation.Cephas cleared his throat. “Ms Williams?” He called, he got no response from her. He went to her side to give her a tap. She recovered from her start for shock, adjusting her shirt, she sat on her chair to regain her composure. It was like something caught her tongue, she didn’t know how to talk. How was she supposed to react? Jump and bow to him to say thank you?But that would seem like she was doing too much. Gee
Chapter 8 - The LeechKamil is one of the senior executives at Will’s Pastry. He was the bigger cheat in the company that embezzled all the profits from the company.Ms Williams was aware of all this but she didn’t fire him because he helped her when she was building the company. It was hard overlooking his deeds but Ms Williams was kind enough to do it. She never confronted him about the funds, she only acted like she knew nothing about it.Though Kamil’s intention was to make Ms Williams ask him for help so they can get together romantically but she never gave him the chance.That is why he always looked for cunning opportunities to be close to her.Grey was a spy for Kamil, he often informed him about Ms Williams' movements. Grey and Kamil, walked into the Ms Willams office without knocking. Immediately they saw her in Cephas’ hands, they pushed him.“How dare you hold our dear Ms Williams in your hands?” Kamil snarled at him as he helped Ms Williasms up.He was jealous that C
He excused himself from the gathering to join his sister then they went to the company. A team of bodyguards in black suits and shades were waiting for them at the entrance.The company had gone to be bigger than what it used to be. Sarah moved close to him.“You are going to reclaim your position as the CEO, Father was impressed that the Worbes magazine mentioned you as the Magnate of the year for the past three years.”The bodyguards quickly surrounded him as he got down from the car. He was impressed because he didn’t get this kind of treatment from father in the past.He drove himself without a driver or bodyguards, his father had banned all those services from his reach.His hard work while he was at the company paid off and his father finally gave him what he deserved. To keep him protected, she and the bodyguards helped him pass the back of the company. After the day’s work, Sarah took him to his hotel penthouse. “We are doing temporary renovations in your house, you should
The other customers started murmuring, whispering amongst themselves as they watched as things folded out.“It’s starting to get messy.”“Who is he? Did he really steal from Lord Kade’s sister?”“Maybe he needs some money”“What’s going on here? The manager demanded from the Clerk and the gossiping seemed to quiet down. Everyone wanted to know what the manager was going to do.“This delivery boy just stole from me.” Hannah quickly accused Cephas. “I am a regular here, how can this kind of mishap befall me?”“Ma’am, I am sorry about what happened. I will look into it right away.” The manager bowed before her.Cephas cared less about the situation with Hannah, he was rather happy that they were treating their customers with utmost care.The staff didn’t recognize them, the manager was even a new staff member, Sarah had not mentioned it to him.No one there knew him as their boss.“Sir, we have been watching the whole scenario from the cctv…”‘I just knew it, he surely took the card from
After serving their time in jail, Violet and her family found themselves at a crossroads. With their past mistakes behind them, they were determined to turn over a new leaf and start afresh. For Violet, this meant embracing humility and accepting the consequences of her actions.As they returned to society, the Marcus family faced the daunting challenge of rebuilding their lives from the ground up. With no wealth or influence to fall back on, they were forced to seek employment in whatever capacity they could find. Despite their previous status as affluent business owners, they were now just ordinary citizens, seeking redemption and a second chance at life.Violet, once accustomed to a life of luxury and privilege, now found herself working long hours in a factory alongside her family. Gone were the days of opulence and extravagance; instead, she toiled away on the factory floor, performing menial tasks to earn a living wage. It was a humbling experience, but one that she embraced with
As the sun began to dip below the horizon, casting a warm golden glow over the rolling hills of the countryside, the sprawling estate of Cephas and Tyla stood resplendent, adorned with twinkling lights and fragrant blooms. It was a scene straight out of a fairytale, a breathtaking backdrop for the most elaborate wedding of the century.Guests from far and wide had gathered to celebrate the union of Cephas and Tyla, their hearts filled with joy and anticipation for the magical evening that lay ahead. The air was alive with excitement and anticipation as friends and family mingled, sharing laughter and heartfelt embraces.As the clock struck six, the soft strains of music filled the air, signaling the start of the ceremony. All eyes turned to the grand archway at the end of the aisle, where Cephas stood waiting, his heart pounding with anticipation.Then, to the strains of a haunting melody, Tyla made her grand entrance, her gown shimmering in the soft light as she made her way down the
Cephas parked his car outside the correctional facility, his heart heavy with mixed emotions as he prepared to pick up his stepmom, Ruth. He couldn't shake off the sense of betrayal he felt from her involvement in the embezzlement scandal that had rocked their family. Yet, there was also a glimmer of compassion, knowing that Ruth had served her time and was now paying the price for her mistakes.As Ruth stepped out of the facility, her shoulders slumped with exhaustion and regret. Her eyes met Cephas's gaze, and she could see the disappointment etched in his features. She approached him tentatively, unsure of how he would react to her presence."Cephas," she murmured, her voice trembling with emotion. "I... I don't know what to say. I'm so sorry for everything that has happened. I never meant to cause you any pain."Cephas remained silent for a moment, his expression unreadable as he took in Ruth's appearance. She looked worn and frail, a far cry from the strong, confident woman he h
As the sun dipped below the horizon, casting a warm golden glow over the picturesque wedding venue, Cephas and Tyla stood hand in hand, surrounded by their closest friends and family members. The air was filled with laughter and music, and the scent of flowers wafted through the air as they gathered to celebrate the union of two people they held dear to their hearts.Anta and Jose, radiant with happiness and love, stood at the front of the crowd, their eyes sparkling with excitement as they prepared to exchange their vows and begin their journey as husband and wife. Cephas and Tyla watched with joy as the ceremony unfolded, their hearts filled with warmth and affection for the couple standing before them.As the newlyweds exchanged their vows and sealed their love with a kiss, cheers erupted from the gathered guests, filling the air with a sense of jubilation and merriment. Cephas and Tyla smiled as they applauded the happy couple, their hearts brimming with happiness for their fri
Cephas was in the middle of a busy day at the office when his phone rang, interrupting the flurry of emails and meetings that had consumed his attention. Glancing at the caller ID, he felt a surge of anxiety wash over him as he recognized the number belonging to the hospital where his father was being treated. With a quick glance around the room to ensure he wouldn't be overheard, he stepped out into the hallway to take the call."Hello?" Cephas answered, his voice tight with apprehension."Mr. Walters, this is Nurse Thompson calling from St. Luke's Hospital," came the voice on the other end of the line. "I'm calling to inform you that your father's condition has taken a turn for the worse. We believe it would be best if you came to visit him as soon as possible."Cephas felt his heart sink at the news, his mind racing with worry and concern for his father's well-being. "Of course, I'll be there right away," he replied, his voice steady despite the turmoil raging within him. "Thank y
Tyla stood in the bustling kitchen of her pastry company, a proud smile on her lips as she watched her team of chefs and bakers work diligently to fulfill the influx of orders pouring in. The sweet aroma of freshly baked pastries filled the air, mingling with the sounds of laughter and chatter as her employees did their tasks.It had been a long journey to get to this point. After returning to New York and rejoining her company.Tyla had poured her heart and soul into reviving Wills Pastry. With dedication and determination, she had worked tirelessly to rebuild the reputation of her bakery.And now, all her hard work is paying off. The orders were pouring in faster than ever before, with clients coming from everywhere to sample her delectable creations. From delicate pastries to mouthwatering cakes, Wills Pastry was once again the talk of the town.But with success came challenges of its own. The amount of orders had forced them to shut down their website multiple times a week, unab
The courtroom hummed as Ruth, once a trusted member of Walter's Corporation, stood before the judge, awaiting the verdict that would determine the course of her immediate future. The charges against her were severe, attempting to divert funds from the esteemed corporation that had once been her employer.The judge, a stern figure clad in black robes, peered over the rim of his glasses, his gaze settling on Ruth. The situation hung in the air, and Ruth's expression reflected a mixture of anxiety and remorse.The prosecution presented a compelling case, meticulously outlining the evidence against Ruth. Bank records, email correspondence, and witness testimonies painted a vivid picture of her attempt to manipulate the financial integrity of Walter's Corporation for personal gain.The defense, on the other hand, sought to portray Ruth as a victim of circumstance a desperate woman driven to drastic measures by unforeseen hardships. They emphasized her years of dedicated service to the c
Sarah and Zoro were resting in their homes when the police burst into their home. Startled and taken aback, Sarah and Zoro exchanged worried glances as the officers swiftly moved to secure the premises."What's going on?" Sarah demanded, her voice confused as she watched the officers search their home."We have reason to believe you've been involved in criminal activities," one of the officers informed her, his tone stern and strongSarah's heart skipped a beat as she struggled to comprehend the gravity of the situation. She exchanged a panicked glance with Zoro, who looked equally bewildered by the sudden turn of events."What do you mean? We haven't done anything wrong!" Sarah protested, her voice rising in desperation.But the officers remained steadfast in their search, meticulously combing through every corner of the house in search of incriminating evidence. And it wasn't long before they found what they were looking for a piece of evidence linking Sarah to Violet's criminal ac
Finally, the door swung open, and a stern-faced detective entered the room, his gaze fixed on Violet as he took a seat across from her. "What can I do for you, miss?" he asked, his tone brusque.Violet took a deep breath, her heart pounding in her chest as she prepared to confess her crimes. "I have some information that I need to share with you," she said, her voice barely above a whisper. "It's about a kidnapping that I was involved in."The detective's eyes widened in surprise, and he leaned forward, his expression intense as he listened to Violet's confession. As she spoke, she felt a weight lift off her shoulders, a sense of relief washing over her as she finally unburdened herself of the guilt and shame that had been weighing her down for so long.When she had finished speaking, the detective sat back in his chair, his expression unreadable as he processed what she had told him. After a long moment of silence, he nodded slowly, his gaze softening with understanding."Thank you