Esther stumbled out of the dimly lit bar, her face contorted with anguish. Tear-stained trails streaked her cheeks, mingling with the remnants of once-flawless makeup. Her chest heaved with every breath as she fought to contain the sobs that threatened to escape her trembling lips. With disheveled hair cascading around her face, she appeared as a tragic figure caught in the midst of a personal storm.Her eyes, usually vibrant and full of life, now held a profound sadness within them. They glistened with unshed tears, reflecting the pain that consumed her soul. The weight of heartbreak bore down on her shoulders, causing her once-confident posture to slump in defeat. Each step she took seemed to carry the burden of shattered dreams and lost love.Her attire, once meticulously chosen, now looked haphazard and disarrayed. The elegant dress that once accentuated her curves now clung to her form as if it mirrored her vulnerability. Her high heel clicked against the pavement, echoing the em
"My 3 o'clock appointment? Esther, what're you talking about?" Xavier asked."You heard me clearly. You can get the money to offset your debt from your 3 o'clock appointment. You were in such a hurry to meet up with this person, I'm sure the person can be of assistance to you." Esther answered."Esther, you've gotten it all wrong. The person I'm supposed to meet with isn't personal, it's work related." Xavier said."Just stop, please. You made it clear that work isn't your thing, so, why the lie?" Esther asked.Xavier paused, he knew he wouldn't easily get out of this one, even if Esther broke up with him, there was no way he would allow her take the money with her.He stood nervously, his body language reflecting a mix of anxiety and desperation. His eyes dart around, searching for the right words, while his hands fidget, betraying his inner turmoil."I'm seeing a relative of mine. She's someone related to my mum and she agreed to help my parents. I'm supposed to meet with her and fi
"My what?" Xavier asked."Behind you." Esther replied.Xavier turned and noticed the car that just drove in, at first, he thought that the car looked familiar and soon, he remembered why, however, he kept muttering a silent prayer to God, begging him that he should be wrong about the owner of the car.Suddenly, the car door was open and a lady stepped out, Xavier kept looking at her feet, the sound of her heels was the only sound Xavier could hear at that moment.Xavier's heart raced as he scanned the parking lot, desperately trying to find an escape. He had been weaving a web of lies, carefully constructing a facade to protect his secrets, but now his worst fear was about to come true.He finally gained the courage and he looked at the face of the lady walking towards them, it was a lady with piercing eyes and an unwavering gaze—a person they never expected to see, Joy.As she walked towards them, Joy possessed an air of discernment, an aura that hinted at her ability to see through
"To true friendship." Billion said."To true friendship." Joy echoed."Cheers." Esther said and the three of them clinked their glasses.Esther and Joy met up with Billion and the three of them agreed to have a drink to celebrate their victory against, not just Xavier, but the entire Grey family.The atmosphere was filled with a mix of emotions and dynamics. The energy in the air is charged, a potent combination of relief, vindication, and perhaps a tinge of lingering skepticism on the part of Esther."You guys have no idea just how glad I am that the charade is over, finally, I rest without worrying about getting a call from that imbecile." Joy said.Esther concurred. There was a collective sense of relief among the three of them, as they had successfully revealed the truth and brought Xavier's deceptive actions to light.Between Billion and Joy, their shared experience of uncovering the lies strengthened their bond, reaffirming their trust in each other and their ability to rely on
"Us?" Joy asked"Yes. I think we should be open and plain here." Billion replied."Okay?..." Joy responded, sounding unsure."If we're being honest, you'll agree with me that something has changed in our relationship." Billion said."You're right about that." Joy concurred"Well, I think I should start from the beginning, where it all started for me." Billion said."And where is that?" Joy asked."It started when you decided you would hang out with Chris. I knew it was strictly in order to find out what he was up to, but still, it didn't sit well with me. And it wasn't just because I was concerned about your safety, it was something else, I tried to fight it off, I even told myself I was confused, but I don't think I am any longer." Billion said.Billion paused to gather his thoughts together. He was about to explain to Joy, a woman who has been his girlfriend and P.A for a long time, his feelings when she told him about her decision to go out with Chris. A mix of vulnerability, hone
"Well, the last time we spoke, I mentioned that Micah and Xavier were in debt. Do you remember?" Karen asked."Yes, I remember. You said they gamble a lot and they owed the people they gamble with or something like that." Joy answered."Yes. Well, it turns out that the situation is more serious than I had thought." Karen said."Karen, can you please explain? Did something happen to Micah?" Joy asked."Not really. The thing is, last week, Micah stayed at work really late and I had to stay with him as well. When we were done, he immediately left and I stayed behind to lock up. When I was done and I got close to the parking lot of the company, I heard voices. At first I was tempted to call out loud to see who it was, but I didn't." Karen explained."Why didn't you?" Joy asked."Because I heard what sounded like a person being shoved against a car or something and then I heard a grunt, I got scared and I hid behind a car." Karen answered."Hmmmm. Then what happened next?" Joy inquired."A
"Calm down. I haven't even said anything yet." Joy said."You don't have to. I already know you're thinking of asking him for help and more information about what's happening in Williams Corp." Billion said."How can you be so sure?" Joy asked defensively."Am I wrong?" Billion replied"Well, no. But hear me out. Jerry is a nice man. People make mistakes and whatever happened between you and him, I'm sure it was a mistake. You have to overlook it, please." Joy pleaded."Overlook? That man judged me even before he got a chance to know me. First impressions matter a lot and the impression that man gave me, I do not like it," Billion said."Okay, I agree, first impressions really do matter, however, what about giving someone a second chance. Second impression?" Joy asked."Joy, no. Look for someone else," Billion said."Jerry works in the finance department and I'm sure he wouldn't lie to me. Also, I'm certain he knows more about this issue than any other staff member." Joy said."I just
Joy sat with an upright posture. Her back straight and her shoulders relaxed."I'm all ears," she replied. Her sitting position reflected her attentiveness and readiness to absorb whatever Jerry had to say."First, I need you to clarify what you just said. Were you indirectly implying that Mr Boulevard is interested in acquiring Williams Corporation?" Jerry asked."Typical Jerry." Joy muttered, he would never give out information without being certain.Joy leaned slightly forward "Yes, that's exactly what I mean Jerry. But I need you to tell me what's going on here and I need you to confirm if that will be a good investment or not." Joy explained."If Billion Boulevard is the good businessman you say he is and if his good record is anything to go by, then I can say with great measure of conviction that buying Williams Corporation is going to be a good investment." Jerry said with his eyes focused on Joy."That's good. I need you to tell me if there's anything else going on here. Is th