The Return of Billion Boulevard

Chapter 5

"Are you asking me to steal?". Billion asked

"Steal? Of course not. I'm asking you to help me retrieve, they're not the same thing. Joshua Brown can cause a lot of damage with that document in his possession.

Here," Lord Boulevard said, handing Billion an envelope "This contains all the details you need to know".

"Alright father, I'll go through it, but, if it contains anything crime related, count me out". Billion replied

"It doesn't, I promise. Tomorrow, you start a new life". Lord Boulevard said and with a pat to Billon's shoulder, he turned to leave.

Midway, he turned. "Did you forget something father?". Billion asked

"Happy anniversary, son". Lord Boulevard responded.

Billion's heart skipped a beat. No one had ever wished him a happy anniversary before. The significance of those words reverberated within him, igniting a spark of warmth that began to spread through his entire being. It was as if the universe had conspired to remind him that he was not alone.

Tears welled up in Billion's eyes as he stepped forward, closing the gap between them, he hugged his father.

"Thank you Father". He whispered 

In that embrace, all the years of absence melted away, replaced by a sense of reunion and redemption. It was a bittersweet moment, for the lost time could never be fully reclaimed, but in that instant, they found solace in the possibility of forging a new connection.

…

Billion remained in the park until it was dark and then decided to walk back to the Brown's residence.

As Junior approached the Wade family mansion, he couldn't help but think about them. In Glendalton, they were the only family who somehow managed to keep a low profile.

Billion was still thinking about why that is when a car driving at full speed, swerved and suddenly came to a halt in front of him.

Billion's heart raced. He had just reclaimed his inheritance. Could it be that his father's past enemies have found out and are trying to kill him?.

When the men in the car alighted, Billions heart calmed down. They were his father's men.

"Good evening young master Boulevard". One of the men said. He then brought out a wrapped parcel and handed it over to Billion.

"What's this?". Billion asked

"It's an anniversary gift for your wife from Lord Boulevard". The man answered

"Oh. Do you know what's inside?". Billion asked

"It's a fifteen thousand dollar necklace from Tiffany". The man replied.

Billion's eyes bulged, but he quickly remembered that fifteen thousand dollars was nothing when compared to what he now owns.

He thanked the men and continued on his way home. The memory of Stella cheating resurfaced and he knew she didn't deserve that necklace, however, he would give it to her anyways. 

Also, he couldn't wait to see her and tell her about his father, despite everything, he wanted her to plead for his forgiveness and he wanted to forgive her too.

…

Billion stepped through the front door of the Brown house, an unmistakable excitement radiating from his every pore.

As Billion entered the living room, his eyes eagerly searched for Stella. Fortunately, he found her standing there.

He opened his mouth to speak, to tell her about the news he couldn't contain any longer, but Stella's voice interjected before he could utter a single word.

"Billion, we need to talk," Stella said. "My parents are waiting, and they said they want to speak with you urgently. It seems like something serious."

Billion's heart sank, his elation quickly replaced by concern. Questions raced through his mind, but he knew better than to bombard Stella with them all at once.

"Of course, Stella," Billion replied, his voice now filled with a mixture of apprehension and curiosity. "I'll speak with them right away. But, before that, there's something I need to share with you. It's good news."

Stella's face remained hardened, her gaze fixed upon him. "Billion, I appreciate your enthusiasm, but right now, it's not the best time. Whatever it is, can you please keep it to yourself for a little while longer? My parents need us both right now."

Billion nodded. "Of course, Stella".

…

"Where have you been?". Joshua Brown asked Billion the moment he and Stella walked into the study.

"I've been in the park, sir". He answered.

"Which Park are you talking about?". Beauty asked

Puzzled by the question, Billion replied "The Glendalton park, mother".

"Don't you ever get tired of lying?". Mr Brown asked

"But I'm not lying sir. I've been at the park all day". Billion replied

"Who and you were at the park?". Beauty asked

"It was just me". He answered

"How convenient. You've been at the park alone all day and there's no one to back up your claim". She responded

"Some neighbors saw you earlier". Joshua Brown announced

"I don't care what they saw, Sir. I no longer have anything to hide". Billion replied. He assumed they had seen him and his father.

"Would you look at that?". Joshua Brown asked, astonished. "He now has the guts to talk back. He's not even trying to deny Mrs Harvey's claims any longer".

"What has Mrs Harvey's claim got to do with anything? I thought we were past that". Billion said, confused about the whole thing.

"The Wade family called us. They said they saw you and some shady looking people conducting business in front of their house". Beauty said

"No, that's not true. They completely misunderstood the situation". Billion explained

"I've had enough!" Joshua Brown yelled. "The Wade's saw you and now you've just accepted that you were with some shady people earlier. All these prove Mrs Harvey's claims to be true". 

"But they're not…" Billion attempted to explain.

"You and Stella are getting divorced!. I will not allow you ruin our family name with your shady dealings". Joshua Brown announced.

Emotions surged within Billion like a tempestuous sea, their force threatening to drown him in an ocean of sorrow.

Turning to his wife, he asked "Stella, you're not in support of this, are you?".

"My parents are right, Bill". She replied

Shock pierced his heart. He was willing to forgive Stella for cheating on him but she had given up on them and was ready to follow through with her parents' decision.

…

That night, Billion lay in bed thinking. He would make the Brown's pay for every single insult and blow they had inflicted on him.

Next, he would deal with the Williams and finally, the Harvey's. In fact, he was already planning something special for Mrs Harvey.

Questions though, kept ringing in his head. Why would the Wade family make a call reporting him?. To the best of his knowledge, the Wade's and the Brown's aren't close, or, are they?. 

Billion decided not to think about that anymore, he had a task at hand. He had just finished reading the document in the envelope his father had given him.

Joshua Brown had in his possession false incriminating evidence against one of Lord Boulevard's most trusted accountants and it was the only copy available. He needed to retrieve it before an innocent man was sent to jail.

Without wasting time, Billion hurried out of his room and sneaked into Joshua Brown's office, fortunately, he was able to retrieve the document almost immediately.

Quietly, he tiptoed back to his room. Once he opened the door and got inside, he was surprised to see Stella there.

"I went to get a glass of water". He said without her asking him anything. Fortunately, the documents were hidden inside his shirt.

"I'm just here to say farewell, Billion. I hope you find purpose in life". Stella replied

"I have something for you" Billion said and grabbed the necklace his dad had gotten for her.

"It's a gift from someone close". He said, handing her the parcel.

Opening it, Stella gasped. "Billion, who gave this to you?". She asked.

"It doesn't matter. I hope Chris gives you the happiness you seek". Stella didn't respond, she simply walked out.

Billion spent the rest of the night thinking. He thought about the new life he was about to start. 

…

Morning arrived quickly. Billion had been unable to go shopping for new clothes the previous day, so he called his dad and asked him to send a driver to pick him up just outside Glendalton . He didn't want anyone to know about his status yet.

When the car arrived, Billion was surprised to see that his father had come personally.

"I hope your wife liked the necklace?". Lord Boulevard asked

"I'm not sure". Billion replied, not wanting to talk about Stella. "I'm curious though, why did you come yourself?". He asked

"Because, we have work to do. I have discovered who handed those false documents to Joshua Brown. Speaking of which, you were able to retrieve them, right?" He asked.

"Yes," Billion answered, handing the documents over to him. "Who was it?". He asked

"Mrs Charity Harvey". Lord Boulevard answered