Chapter One : The Unexpected Betrayal
Humming the tune of his favorite song, Nicolas approaches the door step of their apartment. A little place they call home . Small but cozy . This is a place that is filled with love and affection from them . The size doesn’t matter, all that matters is a place they call home . This is the only building he can currently afford even after working four different jobs he could only afford a small apartment in a poor part of the city .But Nicolas was still content and happy as long as he had Clara by his side . Clara, his fiancée, was a beautiful charming young lady with deep blue eyes . Her eyes are one of the things Nicolas loves the most about her but overall he fell in love with her kind and charming personality.They planned to get married in a month's time . Nicolas can’t believe how lucky he is to have someone like Clara by his side .Arriving at the door card Nicolas couldn’t help but notice the limited edition of a red sports car parked at the front of their apartment.“Looks like we have a visitor “ he thought in his mind . But who could that be ? He sure doesn’t know any rich person who could afford a car that cost seven million dollars.Trying the door knob he was shocked to see the door locked . This came a bit surprising considering Clara should be done with her shift for today .After trying his key the lock came up . Pushing the door and walking in he was shocked to see the sight before him .Here is his beloved Clara making out with a man who from the clear indication belongs to the higher society seeing the jacket of his million dollar suit on the table.Clara topless figure and wild hair is enough to guess what is happening.He can’t believe his beloved Clara will be so heartless to cheat on him . She even brought the man to their home, the house he worked hard in other to be able to afford the bills .“Clara, what's going on here ? Who is the man here ? What’s happening? Nicolas demands still in denial at the scene in front of him . He couldn’t believe what he just witnessed.“Oh why are you back early you aren’t supposed to be back this early. What a piece of trash . You stink of dirth “ came Clara’s cold reply .Shocked at her reply and the tone of her voice Nicolas eyes turned bloodshot red he couldn’t help but feel slightly embarrassed. He just got back from his fourth job which required him to take care of the trash at Lewis hotel . That explains the odor .It is indeed that he came back earlier than he usually does . He did so in order to surprise her, seeing that today will mark their two year’s anniversary. His ears couldn’t believe her question. It’s their anniversary for goodness sake. He planned on taking a shower and preparing a surprise dinner for Clara .This is supposed to be a day of celebration of their love . He had planned a lot of activities for them to engage in tonight . He even painted a portrait of her which he intended to surprise her with .“Clara what has gotten into ? Is it our anniversary, don't you remember? “ At this point Nicolas is at the verge of crying . The betrayal and the lack of remorse is enough to make him feel ten times worse . Nicolas is yet to accept the truth and reality. He is still in denial .“Listen I’m tired of being seen around with a poor man like you. I feel so ashamed when I’m with you . A man who could not even afford all the luxury a woman like me deserves . I’m sick and tired of being around someone like you . You stink of poverty. I rather be with someone who can take care of me not a loser like you . All you will ever be is a loser that’s why your mother left you and so did your father . You are nothing but a pathetic loser. Here’s the twenty dollar ring you gave me. I don't need it, you must be delusional to think I will ever marry someone like you, “ Clara said without showing any form of remorse .“ Clara, are you out of your mind ? What is woe with you? Don’t you feel ashamed where your dignity is for goodness sake?” Shouted Nicolas. He is still shocked at Clara’s audacity.“ The truth hurts doesn’t it ? And the truth is that you are nothing but a loser “ she said while dropping the ring he gave her on the cool hard floor . She got up and left the house leaving Nicolas in a dejected and broken place .Nicolas guesses being correct she existed in the neighborhood with the man he caught her cheating with. Even the expensive red car belongs to him .Maybe she’s right ? I’m such a loser that no one wants to be with, not even my parents thought Nicolas.Every inch of the apartment remained him of her and the wonderful memories they shared . Seems like he is the only one who cherishes those memories. He still couldn’t believe that Clara would betray him without feeling guilty.He does four different jobs just to make sure she’s happy . He tried any type of job he could get . Day and night putting himself at risk by going on errands in the most dangerous part of the city . Countless times he has sustained various injuries and fractures . But he kept on pushing hard for Clara . All he wants is to give her the life she deserves and the life he never had .Day and night the thoughts of how to make her happy feels in Nicolas ' heart . Pinching himself to make sure that he is not dreaming . The pain he felt from his arm is enough proof to showThat this isn’t a dream but a terrible reality he has just faced .Chapter Two: The Harsh Reality Nicolas looked at the door Clara existed from . Just then the sudden realization came to him that he had just lost that love of his life . The only reason he kept on pushing hard . At that very moment Nicolas felt like he would never find happiness in his life again . Clara was the only source of happiness. The worst feeling is getting your heart broken by the very person you love the most in the world.Regret, like a thick, dark fog, hangover Nicolas mind. He regretted the day he was born into this world. He also regrets the day he met Clara .He sat alone in their apartment, brooding over the choices he had made in life.He had never amounted to anything, never achieved the success he had dreamed of. His life had been filled with false starts and dashed hopes. He felt like a failure, a disappointment to himself and to those around him.As he sat in the darkness, Nicolas began to wonder if his life had been worth living at all. What had he really acco
Chapter Three: Life Has Been UnfairSeconds turned into minutes as minutes turned into hours . Nicolas could not keep count of the time as he laid on the cold hard floor wailing silently in pain . He was left alone with no help nor any form of first aid item . Clinton made sure to instruct his guards to carry the first aid kit . Leaving him in pain with no aid at his disposal . After a long while Nicolas woke up embraced by the darkness. Although his eyes were wide open he still couldn’t see a thing . It was at that very moment that Nicolas understood the situation he is in . He realized that Clara betrayed and humiliated him . His whole world felt like it was crumbling around him.He had always trusted Clara , and had always believed they were meant to be together. But now, he felt betrayed, angry, and alone. And worst of all, he felt like a fool. How could he have been so blind? How could he have missed the signs?She cheated on him because he did not have money . This is the
Chapter Four: Arrested “You are under arrest “As Nicolas stood there, staring at the officer in disbelief, the officer repeated his words , "Sir, I'm going to have to place you under arrest. You've attempted to commit suicide, in addition to the charges pressed against you by Mr Clinton .I'm taking you to the station."“What other charges are you talking about? I have done nothing to Mr Clinton . He is the one who has wronged me in various ways . “You have been charged for keeping a lady name Miss Clara in your apartment against her will with the threats of terminating her widowed mother’s life who was found dead this morning .This is a case of an act of kidnapping and murder and also with a case of creating a violent fight towards Mr Clinton and three others .” Nicolas couldn’t believe his ears . Is this all true .How can his life turn into a mess with less than twenty four hours ? In a daze, Nicolas allowed the officer to handcuff him and place him in the back of the squad car
Chapter Five : Sentence And New Form Of Friendship Nicolas’ heart sank as he listened to the witness testify. The witness was a neighbor who had seen him at the scene on the night of the Clinton and Clara humiliated him . The prosecutor grilled the witness, trying to make it seem like Nicolas was the only possible suspect. The defense lawyer did his best to cast doubt on the witness's testimony, but it didn't seem to be working.Nicolas felt like the whole world was against him. How could he possibly convince anyone of his innocence when the evidence was stacked against him? He felt like giving up, but he knew he had to keep fighting.The first few weeks in prison were the hardest for Nicolas . He was alone in a cell, with only the sounds of other prisoners and the guards to keep him company. The food was bland and unappetizing, and the other inmates were hostile and aggressive. He felt like he was in a nightmare from which he couldn't wake up.The only thing that kept him going was
Chapter Six: Nicolas’ Plan So, the next day, Marvin went to the warden's office and made his request. The warden looked at him with a skeptical expression. "Why do you want to work in the library?" he asked. "Don't you think it's a little out of your league?"But Marvin was persistent. He explained that he was a fast learner and a hard worker, and that he was sure he could do the job well. He made sure to add the information about his pregnant wife . He begged the warden to have pity on him . This will go a long way to help him .Finally, the warden relented. "Alright," he said. "I'll give you a chance. He felt pity toward poor Marvin .Marvin knew that the next part was going to be difficult, but he had to try. "Sir," he said, "I know this is a lot to ask, but could you also consider giving my friend Nicolas a job in the library? I know he would be just as good at it as I am."The warden looked at him doubtfully. "I don't know about that," he said. "I'm already taking a risk on you.
Chapter Seven: Sudden Rich Part One As they walked through the streets, they saw a sign for a bus station. They knew that this was their best chance to get out of town and start over. They pooled their money together and bought two bus tickets to a city far away. They had no idea what they would do when they got there, but they knew they had to take the chance.When they arrived at the bus station, they got on the bus and settled in for the long journey. As the bus pulled away from the station, they felt a mixture of fear and excitement. The bus was only a few miles out of town when it suddenly stopped. The lights went out and the bus was surrounded by several black SUVs with tinted windows. Before anyone could react, the SUVs opened their doors and men in black suits and sunglasses got out. They quickly boarded the bus and ordered everyone to stay calm and remain in their seats.The atmosphere on the bus was tense and fearful. Everyone was wondering what was happening and why the m
Chapter Eight : Sudden Rich Part Two"Your father was the eldest and only son of the Lim family," said the driver. "He was supposed to take over the family business when he was older, but he fell in love with a woman who was not approved by the family. He married her anyway, and as a result, he was disowned and cut off from the family.Your father pleaded and begged your grandfather to give him a chance. He begged . But your grandfather is a man of his words . He remained unmoved at his sons pleads . The rule of the lim family was simple never fallIn love with a commoner ""But why didn't he tell me any of this?" asked Nicolas . "Why did he let me think I was just an ordinary kid?""Your father was ashamed of what he had done," said the driver."Your father knew that if he told you the truth, you might feel obligated to try to claim your birthright. He didn't want you to know your family . He wanted them to suffer from your absence. He wanted them to pay because he still blamed them
Chapter Nine :Meeting His Grandfather As he boarded the plane, he thought back to his life before this moment. He had been an opportunity man, living a life of poverty . But now, he was about to become a part of something extraordinary.As the plane took off, he looked out the window at the world below. He felt a mix of excitement and trepidation. He didn't know what the future held, but he knew that it would be unlike anything he had ever experienced before.As he drifted off to sleep, he thought about his past and his future. He wondered if he was ready for what was to come.The plane landed on a big private insland in the middle of nowhere. The guards led him to a waiting car, which took him down a winding road to a secluded beach house.The house was surrounded by palm trees and tropical plants. The ocean was just a short walk away. It was a beautiful, serene place, far from the chaos of the world.Inside the house, he found a room that had been prepared for him. There was a b