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 accomplished? What mark had he left on the world?Clara was right at everything she said . He is indeed nothing but a loser .Hearing the door open, Nicolas' face lit up upon seeing Clara walk back into the apartment.“Does she regret what she did ? Is she here to apologize? “ those were the thoughts that filled his mind as hope filled his eyes.As Nicolas sat there, analyzing Clara’s figure . He couldn’t help but get his heart broken the second time."I think it's best if I collect my things from the apartment. I hope you don’t try to do anything rash in order to stop me . Clinton is right outside the door with his guards ." Clara’s warning came .Nicolas was devastated, but he knew there was no point in arguing. He simply nodded and said, "I understand. Whatever you need."Clara quickly grabbed her possessions which were all gifted to her by Nicolas. Nicolas couldn’t believe how heartless she can be . This made Nicolas question if she had ever loved him before? Was it all fake ? What do they share ?Trying his luck for the last time Nicolas begged .“Clara, don't leave me . You are the only person I have in this world . I don’t know what to do without you. We can work this out . But don’t leave me please. “ he begged while holding her hands .“Get your filthy hands off me . Do you have an idea on how much this dress cost ? Clinton got this for me . It is worth more than your life, more than you can ever make in this life and your next life “ screamed Clara her scream was able to draw the attention of Clinton and his bodyguards who rushed into the apartment.Without hesitation Clinton landed a punch on Nicolas face making him stumble backwards and landed on the cold hard rough floor .By now the apartment was crowded by people who rushed down to see what the commotion was all about .They all stood there watching without offering any help . They don’t want to get on Clinton's bad side seeing he is from a prestigious and wealthy family . Getting on his bad side is the same as having a death wish .“How dare you touch her with your filthy hands. “ Clinton said while landing another punch on Nicolas' stomach .“He is such a pathetic loser, “ Clara said while wiping her hands with a piece of handkerchief. And throwing them at Nicola's face .Nicolas can’t believe the humiliation he is facing . The punch he revived from Clinton hurt a lot . He could feel some ribs broken. Trying to get up he loses balance and falls back to the floor .“Aww he can’t even stand up right what a loser “ came Clara's taunted voice .The crowd also kept on throwing insults and causing words at him .Looking at those who Nicolas calls his neighbors and the love of his life treating him badly. Nicolas accepted the harsh reality that people are not to be trusted .Nicolas held back his tears; he won't give them the satisfaction of seeing his tears . He promised himself not to cry in front of them .“I can spare you on one condition “ Came Clinton voice amidst the crowd . Spare him ? The only crime Nicolas committed was loving Clara and even touching her hands . He just couldn’t understand what Clinton meant by giving him a condition before forgiving him .“That’s so nice of you Clinton darling “ Clara voice out while smiling sweetly at Clinton . Those smiles are like stabbing a sharp knife through Nicolas' heart.“I will forgive you if you strip yourself of your clothes leaving your underwear only and beg for forgiveness while kissing the floor repeatedly . Who knows I might forgive you “Those words came as a shock to Nicolas . He swore in his mind that one day he will make all of the money . Their name is now on the list of those who he will get revenge from .“ I rather die than to beg you for anything “ Nicolas said“Oh don’t be stubborn you loser . Clinton is being considerate . Just do it . “ Clara said .Nicolas stared at Clara. She is now unrecognizable. He can’t believe she was able to fool him for two years .“How can you even say that Clara ? Don’t you have a heart ?” Nicolas asked her pain evident in his voice .“Clara has been my woman for the past two years . How dare you touch my woman . And yes Clara and I have been having an affair for the past two years . Now do what you asked you to do . I might be compassionate to you with a sum of fifty thousand dollars . A poor person like you shouldn’t refuse such an offer ““I prefer to die than heed to your request “ Nicolas said .Hearing this Clinton ordered his bodyguards to give Nicolas a good beating as he exited the apartment with Clara and her possessions. The crowd parted the way allowing an exit for them . One by one the crowd departed leaving a wounded Nicolas on the floor of the apartment.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
Chapter Ten : Nicolas’ Decision As he read, he began to think about what his grandfather had said. He thought about the possibility of wealth and power, and all that it could mean for him. But he also thought about the tests he would have to undergo, and the implications of those tests. What would he have to do to prove himself? What would he have to give up? And was it really worth it?He felt like he was standing at a crossroads, with two paths in front of him. One led to riches, the other to a life of uncertainty. Which one should he choose?He knew that he needed to talk to someone about this, someone who would give him unbiased advice. But who? He didn't know anyone who wasn't connected to his grandfather in some way. As he considered his options, he remembered a man he had met in a coffee shop a few weeks before. The man had been kind and friendly, and they had struck up a conversation.Could he trust this man? Could he tell him about what he was facing? Or would it be a mista