The only person who retrieved Gaston’s corpse from the jail was Jurgen. When he saw the cold corpse covered with a black blanket, what did Jurgen feel? Nothing. He felt empty. ‘With this, no one will know my secret. I will be Levi Hopkins until the day I die,’ Jurgen thought. He believed that his secrets would stay secret forever because Chairman Harold and Gaston both died. And it almost went that way. Jurgen inherited the Hopkins corporation. He married Divine Solice, and strengthen the two large corporations. Actually, it was Divine who managed both of the corporations as Jurgen knew nothing about managing business. He should be happy. ‘I have the wealth, I have the woman I love, I am successful.’ Like a mantra, Jurgen kept telling these words to himself every day, every night. But when he thought he was at the peak of success, memories of his past kept coming and coming like a broken plaque. He remembered the first time he met Gaston in the orphanage. [“No matter wh
“That kid wasn’t talking.” “Maybe he couldn’t talk.” “And he doesn’t look friendly either.” “I don’t want to play with him.” Gaston has no memories of when he was brought to the orphanage. He hit his head during the tsunami outbreak and got separated from his father, John Hopkins. He could not even remember his own name. His mind was blank, and he lost his emotions. The kids in the orphanage avoided Gaston. They don’t want to play with him, as Gaston never talked. But among the kids, a boy was kind enough to accompany Gaston. “Hey, I am Jurgen. Do you want to play together?” Gaston only looked at him. He didn’t reply. Yet, Jurgen didn’t surrender. Every day, he kept on bugging Gaston and asking him to talk. Until one day, Gaston started to talk to Jurgen. “Can you leave me alone? You are so noisy.” Instead of getting mad, Jurgen celebrated. “Dude! You can talk! That’s a great achievement!” The emotionless Gaston slowly opened his heart. He gained his emotions back, and
“Can you ask Gaston to have a trip with you?” John asked Gaston’s closest friend, Griffti.He gave him two plane tickets to Switzerland.Griffti looked at the plane tickets.After the party, many noticed that Gaston talked less than before. He has dark circles under his eyes, and he couldn’t even fake a smile on his lips. It was worse than the day Jurgen died.What happened to Gaston after the party?“So, you want to give this trip to Gaston so he can feel better?” Griffti asked John.“My son works so hard as the new Chairman of the Hopkins corporation. He told me that he was happy working for Hopkins. But after that day, Gaston suddenly changed. As if something really bad happened to him. Do you have any idea?”Griffti put down the plane tickets on the table.“I am sorry, Uncle. But I also have no idea why he suddenly shut himself down like that.”The two of them looked down and sighed.They all know what kind of a man Gaston is. He’s secretive and sometimes, if there’s a problem, he
“Hello,” Jillian greeted. Gaston did not greet her back and just stepped aside as if asking her to come in. She happily accepted the offer. Entering the house, she smelled a malty scent of alcohol. ‘Did Gaston drink?’ she wondered. Hearing the door shut, Jillian turned around. It was only then she noticed that Gaston was wearing an apron and gloves in his hands. She was so occupied with seeing his face that she failed to notice his outfit for tonight. “I was cleaning some mess,” Gaston said even without Jillian asking. Then, he pointed to the living room. Jillian saw the empty cans above the center table and some unfinished chips below the table. “It wasn’t me,” Gaston said. “Edgar came here and made a mess.” “Ahh. So, Edgar visited you,” she said. Still, he asked, “Why did you come here?” He removed his gloves and took off his apron. He set those aside and walked closer to Jillian. Gaston did not offer her to sit down, as he thinks that the couches are dirty from alcohol’
“No!” The loud shout echoed inside the condo unit. With widened eyes, Edgar looked at Gaston, who suddenly screamed out of nowhere. “W-Why?” Edgar stuttered in shock, wondering what made Gaston shout. Gaston stared at Edgar for a long time, trying in vain to compose himself. ‘What should I say?’ Gaston asked internally. “Don’t go inside my room,” is the first thing he thought of saying, which couldn’t conceal his nervousness. Gaston hated and condemned how stupid he was for not conquering the anxiety of getting caught. It would be much more awkward if Edgar found out that Jillian was inside. Edgar stared at Gaston who broke into sweat. Meanwhile, inside the room, Jillian paused like a statue after hitting the lamp by mistake. A moment ago, she noticed that the doorknob wasn’t locked. Therefore, she tiptoed towards the door. However, because it was dim inside the room, she bumped into the table and as a result, the lamp fell. Now, it went dark. Above all, Edgar heard it, and
Gaston thought Jillian would not believe him. But she did. And how did Jillian react after hearing his story, she went to him and hugged him tight. Jillian wrapped her hands around his waist, while still holding the picture. Then, she tapped his back, as if putting someone to sleep. “I don’t know how to comfort you,” Jillian whispered. “But thank you for staying alive. Thank you for being strong, Gaston. I know this is what Jurgen wanted you to do.” Gaston wasn’t sure which part touched his heart. But when Jillian said words that he really wanted to hear, he shed tears. When she calmed down, the two of them pulled back from each other. After being silent for long minutes, Gaston spoke. “Did you eat dinner?” Jillian ate before coming here. But she answered, “N-Not yet.” She kept on telling herself that she didn’t lie because she wanted to spend more time with Gaston. ‘It is because I haven’t told him the main reason why I came, so I had to stay a bit longer,’ Jillian told her
Switzerland. It is a small landlocked mountainous country, known for its Swiss Alps, located in central Europe between France and Germany. It is an incredible place, and it is often believed that it has a real charm to it. According to the latest report, Switzerland is the fourth happiest country in the world, with an above-average contentment among its citizens. “Wow! I have nothing to say but ‘wow’,” Jillian uttered while looking around. It was a place that she dreamed about visiting as soon as she saw it from the recommendation on the internet. But being here in person put her expectations near perfection. It was better than she imagined. The landscapes are gorgeous, the towns are cute, and it was easy for them to navigate by public transportation. There are dramatic alpine valleys, and charming architecture, all in all, it has a beauty that can surely impress everyone. Seeing this, Jillian knew right then that she had made the right choice of coming here. Taking way in the c
The next destination Gaston and Jillian went to is Oberhofen Castle. It is located right on the shore of Lake Thun and surrounded by a 2.5-hectare park. This 13th century castle is one of the most breathtaking places in Switzerland. The romantic castle will tell everyone the history of the residents and the former owners of the castle. The castle only opens from mid-May to mid-October. Fortunately, they came at the right time. The first place they visit is the flower-filled ground. They walked between the vibrant blooms and through the coniders, decidous trees, and exotid redwoods park. There is even a unique pergola of hornbeams, a gardener lodge and a chalet for children of the aristocracy. Gatson was amazed at the beautiful landscaped English park with the stunning views of the Bernese Alps. The architecture evolved over time, but the old style will never get old. And he thinks that he can treat this trip to this castle as his review. After the garden, they went to the main b
January 3, 2024. The World Health Organization declared that the Covid-19 pandemic, who claimed millions of lives over the past year, is no longer a global health emergency. Thanks to Dr. Yuhana’s research and the cure that Hamington and Hopkin’s Medical Research Corporation revealed. “Dr. Yuhana is there!” “Quick!” When Yuhana walked out of the Medical Research building, many reporters waited for her outside. They were all eager to get an interview to the doctor who invented the medicine that saved millions of people around the glove. Wearing her white doctor’s gown, Yuhana looked at the reporters, which were blocked but the Corporation’s guards. “Dr. Yuhana! How did you come up with the medicine?” “It is true that you and the two corporation foresaw the virus and created the cure before it appeared?” “You created the medicine against a deadly virus within a year! Any thoughts?” “Dr. Yuhana, please answer the question?!” Smiling, Yuhana opened her lips, and everyone shut th
A deadly virus from an animal affected of SARS and MERS will kill million of people starting from December of 2022. Dr. Yuhan, who heard it, could hardly believe what she just heard. “He’s insane. It is impossible to guess a virus that hasn’t arrived yet,” she mumbled before she heard a kid groaning in pain. Yuhan quickly moved up and examined the kid. "Tumbo lako vipi?" (How's your stomach?) she asked to a kid who showed symptoms of the Waterborne disease. "Inauma," (It hurts) he said while pressing his stomach. The only treatment for this is drinking plenty of safe water, rest, and take over-the-counter diarrheal medication. But... "Una maji, daktari?" (do you have some water, doctor?) he asked with teary eyes. ‘What should I do? I didn't get any today,’ Yuhana worried. "Where should I get some water?" she murmured as she tied her hair up. "Excuse me," a voice called her. When she tilted his head, she saw Gaston. "Do you need some help?" Since the day Gaston came there,
With approximately 30.37 million km2 area, Gaston arrived at the second largest continent in the world – Africa. Gaston saw the breathtaking natural landscapes, rich cultural diversity, and wildlife safaris. Although he was amazed at the country’s beauty, he was aware that he didn’t come here just to take a vacation. Upon his research, Dr. Yuhan was sent to Democratic Republic of the Congo, Maneima to do a research about the waterborne disease around the town. Enduring the very hot weather, Gaston went to the Maneima to find the doctor. He didn’t take his guards with him, as he doesn’t want to appear like a super rich person. Instead, he only too Secretary Lanceil with him. “Are we there yet?” Secretary Lanceil asked to Gaston. Gaston looked back and saw his secretary catching his breath. He wanted to laugh at him. “That’s why I told you that you didn’t need to come with me,” Gaston said while walking. “How can I do that, Sir? You are my boss,” Lanceil answered. Not long after
By 31 December 2022, the World Health Organization will inform the world about the cases of pneumonia in Wuhan City, Province of China. It will be the start of the pandemic virus named Covid-19. Gaston cannot stop a virus from spreading. But he found out a way to minimize the casualties it would result. And also, things to do to maintain the economy growth of the world. That was the reason why he offered Griffti to run a huge Medical project with him before November ends. ‘With Hamington’s construction’s ability, it is possible,’ Griffti thought. “But I don’t know why he suddenly thought of that,” he added. Gaston helped him and the Hopkins to grow because he saw the future six months before he died in the past. But now, Gaston has no idea about what will happen in the next months and years. “Gaston is crazy,” Edgar said. Sitting inside the Hour Investment Company, which became their hangout place, Griffti looked at Edgar. “Did Gaston come to you and ask you to do things al
November of 2022.Gaston came back to the present.The $30 million Gideon watch that he bought from Switzerland vanished into thin air. But Gaston didn’t regret anything. Traveling in the future was worth it.Gaston and Jane went back to the country. And once they were back, Jane went to visit Gaston’s father, John.“How was your trip to Switzerland?” John asked to Jane.Jane fidgeted her fingers above her lap. She and Gaston hadn’t told John that they are not in a relationship.“Did Gaston confess to you?” John teased the lady.Jane’s face reddened, and it was enough for John to figure out what happened.“So, are you two dating?” he asked.Jane’s mouth opened and closed several times. She couldn’t say the truth, or lie in front of Gaston’s father.John laughed at Jane’s reaction. He understood that Jane wanted Gaston to tell this to John, and therefore he stopped teasing the lady.“Don’t worry. I will wait for Gaston to tell me everything.”“T-Thank you, Uncle,” Jane said.“Don’t nee
Griffti, the Chairman of the Hamington Corporation, was working alone in his office. Even though years passed by, he was still having a hard time defeating his disease. Especially after his grandfather died in the hands of his cousin, Divine. ‘Will there be a day when I will feel peace?’ Griffti asked that to himself. Knock knock. He looked at the door of his office. “Sir, it’s me,” his secretary announced. “Come in.” The secretary came in, but he stopped and stood from a great distance. Serving Griffti, the secretary knew that his boss hates close contact. Or else, his panic disorder will attack. “Chairman, I need to report something.” “Tell me.” “You received mail.” “You could have just sent it to my email account.” “N-No. The mail was a real letter.” “Real letter?” “Yes. The man said that I should deliver this directly to you.” Frowning, Griffti responded, “Throw it away. You should be careful and stop receiving suspicious thing from a random stranger.” “Sir, the m
Gaston and Edgar hung out at the rooftop of the apartment building where Edgar was living.Looking at the bright City, they drink beer together.“It’s fortunate that my father didn’t take you to prison,” Gaston said to Edgar.Edgar glared at him.“I thought I am going to die while his guards were chasing after me. Be thankful that you are my friend.”“Yes. Thank you so much, Edgar.”“Huh! As long as you know.”The two of them took sips on their beers.“So, what is your plan now? You talked to Jurgen and stopped his death. But you still have one day left. Do you have another plan?”‘If I will go back to the present, I might as well learn more things in this time that will help me,’ Gaston thought.“Edgar, you still following the economic reports around the world, right?”“Of course! Even if I am living like this, I am still hoping that someday, I would be given a chance to start a business again. I have a lot of ideas, especially after the pandemic.”“Then, can you tell me everything t
“That’s right. I am the friend who died for you, Jurgen.” What did Jurgen feel when he saw his best friend? Remorse. Guilt. Happiness. “You’re alive. You are… alive.” Crying, Jurgen went close to Gaston. He held his shoulder, as he wanted to make sure that this is not an illusion which he usually saw every day. “I am so happy. So happy!” Jurgen cried out loud. His knees gave in, and he knelt on the ground, lowering his head. When Gaston saw it, he felt the pain inside his chest. Gideon was right. Jurgen regretted everything and he was willing to end his life for Gaston. “Sorry, Gaston. Please, forgive me,” Jurgen cried, kissing the floor. Gaston only looked down at him. “I was wrong. I gave up our friendship just for my greed. I… I deserve to die, Gaston.” Gaston knew Jurgen was serious because he did end his life just to turn back time. “I thought that if I have your life, if I became rich, and if I got Divine, I will be happy,” Jurgen added. “But no. Ever since you d
Edgar had no choice but to listen to Gaston’s story.Of course, he could hardly believe that a dead person came back alive.But Gaston knew one way to convince him.“So, you mean, in another world, another time, the two of us succeeded in launching the Protix Hoverbike?” Edgar asked in disbelief.Gaston nodded his head.Although it was unbelievable, the news made Edgar so happy.“That was… awesome,” Edgar uttered, and he burst out crying. “I was miserable for years after my wife abandoned me and sold my invention to another company. I spent years in jail, and now, I am living so hard.”Gaston stared at his friend and mourned his grievance.“Actually, I still could not believe that you are Gaston and you traveled from another time. But hearing this made me so fucking happy.”A smile spread on Gaston’s lips. Even the other time, Edgar believed him although he could not understand all of Gaston’s words.“Then, I have a question,” Edgar said. “If everything you said is true, why did you