Victoria dragged her feet inside the mansion. As soon as she went inside, she felt the gazes piercing towards her side. Her face burned in red, as if someone lit a fire inside her body. She looked around and saw servants of the mansion tilted their heads whenever they met her sharp stare. “What are you looking at?!” she shouted at the maids. She was aware of what those looks are for. Everyone knows that she went to beg for Gaston’s forgiveness but she was thrown away mercilessly. ‘That damn Gaston!’ she screamed intuitively while gritting her teeth. She heaved a sigh before she tried to compose herself. Then, she saw the maid, Cris, and called her over. “Cris!” The quick maid sprinted towards her. Cris bowed her head and greeted, “Good evening, Madam.” “Did my son come back?” “No, Madam. Sir Jules didn’t come home.” That’s odd. After all this thing happened in the house, Victoria thought that Jules would come back, especially when the news that she knelt down to Gaston spre
In the prison, Gaston met a man he didn’t expect to see behind bars. It was John’s secretary, David Hushon. It was two months before Gaston died when he saw David in the prison’s cafeteria. He was so surprised to see someone he’s familiar with. “Mr. David?” Gaston called. Wearing orange jail clothes, David covered his face with his hand. Carrying his food with his tray, Gaston sat across David. “It’s you, right? Secretary David Hushon,” Gaston said. Still covering his face, David changed his voice as he answered, “You g-got the wrong person. I am not Jacob.” That’s impossible. Gaston met him many times because Chairman Harold wanted to set a meeting with Chairman John Hopkins. Since John Hopkins wouldn’t agree, he only sent his secretary to meet Gaston. And that’s why Gaston met David. “I don’t think so. You’re really David,” Gaston said. “I said I am not.” The jail guard, who’s looking over the prisoners inside the cafeteria, heard their conversation. Then he butted in. “
Everyone in the Hopkin’s mansion was busy preparing for tonight’s guests. No time to rest until everything is set with perfection.Jurgen wore his usual body guard’s uniform to accompany John. While walking alone in the hallway, he’s thinking about his last conversation with Gaston.[“You are in love with Divine. The reason why I got so mad at you, is because I know you’re in love with her too. I am ending whatever feelings I have for her, and I apologize for being impulsive. You are right, I made a mistake. I shouldn’t have let my emotions be controlled by jealousy. I shouldn’t have kicked you out of the mansion. I was wrong.”]Rubbing his chin, he stopped walking.“He ended our friendship just because I have feelings for Miss Divine?” Jurgen wondered. “Then how about what he said to me before?” [“When someone tasted power, they became greedy. The reason I came here is because I wanted to see your reaction. That reaction when you realized that you don’t have a friend anymore. That I
All took seats in the beautiful dining room of Hopkins’s mansion.The spacious room has a large mahogany rectangular dining table topped with a charming chandelier that hangs from the white ceiling. It is a room fit for royalty with stylish modern glam style, as the custom black and white floor matched the dark gray walls.No doubt that John Hopkins is the owner of this place.“How are you, Gaston? I was so worried about you,” Harold said to his former secretary.Because Chairman Harold was busy handling the issue and pretending rumors to spread, this is the first time he saw Gaston after the poisoning incident.“I am fine, Chairman. Thank you for worrying,” Gaston replied.“Chairman? Didn’t I already fire you? Why are you still calling me like that?” Harold complained.Chuckles filled the air.“Right. I forgot. Sorry Grandpa,” Gaston replied.“I heard you took good care of my son. I am so grateful, Mr. Solice,” John said to Harold.“If you knew how much Gaston helped me before, I sh
One by one the foods which were cooked by exclusive chefs were served. The first set includes Wild Mushroom Toast, Salmon with Lemon White Bean, Seasoned Grilled Potatoes, Fresh baked bread with butter and French onion soups. Saliva pooled in Jurgen’s mouth while looking at the foods in front of him. Sitting next to Gaston, Jurgen picked up the spoon. He was about to scoop in his soup, but ceased when Divine spoke. “Eat a lot, Gaston. You just came out of the hospital so you had to eat well,” Divine said. When Gaston lifted his eyes, he saw an expression that says Divine knows him better than anyone. Chairman Harold and Chairman John ogled at the two. Amid the sudden pause, a loud clinking of cutlery echoed. Everyone turned their head to Jurgen, who dropped the spoon. “Oh,” Jurgen gasped. “I am really sorry. I am still not used to eating in this kind of elegant dinner.” Since Jurgen was holding a dessert spoon for eating soup, they could tell that he wasn’t knowledgeable ab
“I will be successful with this.” A man named Edgar Himber promised that he will be successful with the new vehicle that he will release in public. However, before he released the new invention, he was scammed by his own wife, lost money, was in debt and soon went to prison after he was framed for tax evasion. Edgar will spend five years in prison just for being a loyal husband and a diligent worker. While in prison, Gaston heard a lot about this amazing but unfortunate Edgar. “Did you hear that the Xtreme company released a new vehicle that can fly through air?” “Fly through the air? That does not make sense.” “It’s true!” Eating bread in the cafeteria, Gaston looked at the prisoners who were talking about a vehicle that can fly through air. “It is! I read it in the newspaper this morning. Only rich people can buy that though. But whoever came up with that invention must be a genius.” Suddenly, a man slammed the table. Everyone, including Gaston, looked at the man sitting
While looking through the documents, John suddenly burst out laughing. His secretary, David, looked at him with curiosity. What made the Chairman laugh all of a sudden? “Did you know what Gaston asked me as soon as the dinner was over?” John asked David. So, David inquired, “What is it, Sir?” “He asked me to lend him money because he is going to invest. He really is my son, right?” David nodded his head. He was also awed at Gaston’s ability. ‘He even caught me stealing from the Chairman. That shows how capable he is,’ David thought. “Do you have any idea which company my son would invest with?” John flung a question. “I am not sure, Chairman. But I heard that he went to West Street early this morning.” “I see.” John closed the folder and then said, “Can you call Jurgen to come inside my office?” “Alright, Chairman.” David went out of the office. As soon as he stepped out, he saw Jurgen waiting outside the room. Jurgen stiffened when he saw Secretary David. It is because D
Sonny couldn’t believe the news that Gaston rejected his daughter in front of everyone. “So, it’s true. I cannot use my daughter anymore,” Sonny said while sitting in front of his desk. If Divine will be useless to gain the heir of the Hopkins’, then Sonny only thought of one thing. ‘I should go directly to Gaston and persuade him to team up with me, rather than being in the same team with Griffti,’ he thought. But can Sonny really put down his pride just to gain Gaston’s trust? If it is to inherit the Hamington group, he will do anything. “Vice President, here is the list of the companies who will launch their new motorbike next week. They are waiting to see which one Hamington will choose to sponsor.” Sonny looked at the lists of the companies. There are 20 companies listed, and that made Sonny frown. “Why are these twenty?” he asked. “ We put the large and small companies together, Sir.” Sonny threw the list on the table. “I think you forgot something. We are Hamington g