"Weird right? I guess it is, to you. But I didn't find it weird. We weren't exactly close but I worked with him a lot because I liked his spirit. And the codes? He didn't want anybody else to decide what he was saying. Even I didn't understand the proposal when I first received it. It was upon meeting that he related everything to me. Damn! I was so angry at him. I cussed him out and brought up the death of my late son but he denied it. I wasn't exactly expecting him to admit it but a small part of me thought he had a conscience. A small part of me hoped that he would say something, but unfortunately, he didn't." Robert listened with full attention. He didn't know if he was to feel relief or anger at what he was hearing."But now, he is dead. And some how's his murder has been linked to my name, to your name, to the company's name. All for what?""They just need a suspect, I suppose." Jude sighed calmly. " After I cussed him out that day, he left and I made sure never to do anything w
"Good morning, Sir William. It's good to see you." The police chief greeted with a very wide smile on his face as soon as Robert and Jude walked in. "Good morning to you too, Mr Robert.""Yes, good morning." Jude said coldly, seated in his wheelchair which Robert had positioned right in front of the table."Please have a seat, young master." The police chief added, referring to Robert. Robert nodded, taking the only empty seat in the room. "To what do I owe this visit? It's barely 8am." He say down, placing his hand on the table as he watched his visitors' faces. His bald head shone brightly under the dawn's brilliant sun. He was of an average body build, and his whole appearance hinted that he was in his mid or late fourties. On his desk was a shiny slate with the name, Bricks McDave carved in to it."Officer McDave, you really should blame this one on your cops." Jude started, his eyes and voice totally displeased. The officer's eyes widened in curiousity at Mr Jude's utterance."Wh
"Are you okay, grandfather?" Robert asked as soon as they got in to the car. Jude nodded slowly, his head bent over one of his palms. "I'm sorry about that, grandfather. Let's get you home so you can get some rest." Soon, they were back at the estate. Raymond rushed out as the car drove through the gate. His eyes looked teary, and soiled with remorse."Welcome, sir." He said to Robert who was about to get the door of the back seat. Robert nodded gently, taking the wheelchair out. Raymond eyes widened as he saw the wheelchair. For some reason, he blamed himself for the whole thing, especially after Liam confronted him. "I'm so sorry sir." He managed to speak out. Robert opened the door of the passenger seat and helped Jude out, sitting him in the wheelchair."There's no need for all that, Raymond. It isn't your fault, okay? I'll get a nurse whose sole responsibility will be to watch after him." Raymond nodded slowly, following behind the both of them."I hope you're feeling better, sir
The tension in the atmosphere was undeniable. The cleaner lowered his head, pealing down at the squeaky floors he had mopped, just for the sake of listening to what was happening in the Manager's office. At this point, Juliet and Hailey rushed past them."Don't you speak?" Robert said, even calmer than he sounded the last time. He sighed calmly and wiped his hand over his face. "I'm sorry for my tone but is this the best time for that?""I'm sorry, sir. I missed a spot, that's why." He said in a low voice, taking the mop bucket in his hands."Okay." Robert said once more, walking quickly away. It was evident that he was extremely stressed just from the way he walked. The cleaner flashed an unapologetic grin and walked away."So this is what it is now." He said slowly as he pushed open the door of a supposed storage room and got in. He set down the bucket and threw the mop against the floor, letting out a somewhat tired moan. "The madam better send me that money or else...." He stopped
"What was all that about?" Robert thundered as soon as he walked through the elevator door. Juliet stood up at once, her hands rubbing each other in a nervous manner. "I'm absent at the office for one day. Just one day. And you get in a fight? Seriously?""I'm really sorry, sir." She started, her being filled with remorse. "It wasn't intentional at all. But Hailey...""Of course, you'll blame it on your colleague." He paused and sighed, moving from one corner of the room to another. "Sit." He commanded. Juliet immediately sat down, absolutely in the dark of what would happen next. He walked directly to her desk and placed both his hands on the table. "Now, tell me." He continued calmly. "I want nothing but the truth.""She was picking on another colleague. And I...""And that was enough to cause a fight?""It's really not that. But she started it. She began hurling words at me. I couldn't stay silent after a while so I talked back at her.""Are you serious?" He asked in surprise, in
Robert flashed a short smile as his friend walked out. He watched him go, suspicious of the eye Liam looked at Juliet with. But that wasn't what was on his mind. Liam's presence had somehow brought a certain light to him. The burden seemed to be lesser now and he knew what he had to do. "Juliet!" He called out loudly. "Can I see you please?" Juliet walked in to the office and stood right opposite his desk without saying a word. Her eyes searched the floor like she had misplaced something, but the truth was that she was very hurt about everything that was happening. "I hope you feel better now. Anyways, I need you to call the employee you had a fight with. What's her name, again?" He paused, waiting for Juliet to at least answer."Hai... Hailey." She stuttered with a mumbled time."Yes, Hailey. Go down and fetch her. I need to speak to the both of you." Juliet nodded and turned away at once. Robert felt sorry for her, seeing how everything was affecting her. "She is really a nice gir
All the employees were all gathered in the conference room, curious and waiting for what was about to unfold. At first, there was murmuring in the room, but when Juliet switched on the TV, the room went in to total and deafening silence."A warm afternoon to you all in the United States and beyond. I am Robert William of the prestigious William family. ""Oh, it's the boss." One of the employees pointed at the TV and for the first few seconds, whispers filled the air. "And I am proud to announce to you that I am the sole heir to all the businesses under Jude William, who happens to be my grandfather. Some time ago, the responsibility of the businesses were landed on my shoulders. And as we speak, I am in charge of every thing. Well now, to the reason of this. About a week ago, the bad news of Mr Mendev's passing hit the media and I for one, was surprised to arrive at my office to see a crowd of reporters waiting for me. Apparently, a rumour had it that my grandfather and I were someh
Robert rolled his tired eyes, wondering if he would ever get a break. He got out of the car and walked towards her. Her hair seemed to have grown longer than the last time he had seen her. Beautiful, black and long. He sighed and shook his head softly."It seems you're here to beg again, or am I mistaken?""Oh, please Robert. Do I look stupid to you?" She had a black, fitting gown on, with medium heels. Any one could tell that she was indeed a stunning woman."You just said please. That is begging in my book. But I guess you came to die. Being run over by a car isn't the best way to go, in my opinion.""I see that you've got guts now." She scoffed mockingly, her eyes scanning his entire being, from the crown of his head to the sole of his feet. "It feels nice, right? Just don't let it take over you.""You're not in the position to tell me that, Sophia. By the way, what do you want? It's too hot of an afternoon for all this.... For all this drama.""Why do you care? Huh? After everythi