"Sire, you said you wanted to I see me?"
"Yes Matthew. I need your help with something.""Anything Sire.""Okay. I have this friend, and her father was arrested over a crime he knows nothing about. So I was wondering, is there a way you could help with that?""Do you have this person's information?""Uh his name is James Anderson, he owns a store with his wife but he also works at some company that supposedly deals with drugs or so.""Hmm…I might not be able to do much with just his name, but if you're able to fetch any more information about him, it would aid greatly in investigating.""Right, you're absolutely right. I'll gather as much info as I can.""Very well sure. And Master Decker, when do you intend on taking over?""I thought we already discussed that.""We agreed that your identity would be kept hidden for the sake of your safety, but you still have to work."Matthew was right, he had to get familiar with the company and its staff. "okay, do I come see you or…?""There won't be any need for that. I have already informed your secretary of your arrival, so all you have to do is to go to the company and speak with Jordan Smith.""Okay, thanks a lot. And sorry for bothering you with my personal issue.""I live to serve you Sire.""I'm still going to say thank you.""Very well. Then I shall gladly accept your appreciation. Oh and before I forget, the Deluxe Dance is coming up soon, and I want you to attend.""The Deluxe what?""Dance, Sire. It is a traditional ball held for the elite citizens of America. Attending the ball would be a great opportunity for you to make new connections that will help you in future.""But how am I supposed to get in if nobody knows who I am?""Jordan will help you out in that aspect.""Alright then, thanks again.""It is my pleasure, sire."~•~><~•~"So, are you really going to the Deluxe Dance?""Yes mother, I'm going with Phil.""It's quite unfortunate that I can't go with you, but anyway, for the sake of our company, you have to mingle with people. And not just ordinanary people, I want you to talk to the best of the best.""I'll do my best mother.""And remember, you are not married to Phil, so do not let him hinder your chances of meeting a better suitor.""Mother!""What? Are you already planning on marrying Phil? I accepted him because he's rich, not because I actually like him. If you find someone who's richer, do you think I'll turn him down? Don't be silly Lauren.We are the Kings family, we don't mingle because of love, we do it for the money and the power. Just look at your father, do you think he rose to the position of Executive Director of the Sterling Medical Groups by falling in love?""No, mother.""Of course he didn't! Now, be a good girl and do what mommy says. Okay?""Yes mother.""Good. Now, run along, you should be getting your outfit ready."~•~><~•~Once again, Jason was suited up and headed to a company, and not just any company, the Decker Industries, one of the biggest companies in the United States. The only difference this time was that he wasn't going for an interview, and it was his company.When he arrived, Jason had to take a moment to admire the building. It was huge, which was expected of a company worth billions of dollars. He was Jason Paul Decker, the CEO of the Decker Industries, his brain reminded him, and a smile worked its way to his lips. It was unbelievable.He steadily made his way into the building, still admiring the exquisite decor of the place."What is a nobody like you doing at a place like this?"Jason's smile vanished the instant he heard that voice. It was him."Well, if it isn't the man who stole my wife. Fancy seeing you here.""Well people like me usually do business with important people. Here to apply for a job? Maybe if you beg me, I'll recommend you as a janitor, or maybe an errand boy?""I appreciate the kind gesture, but your recommendation isn't needed." He walked over to the reception. "Good morning," he greeted with a smile and she returned the gesture."Good morning sir, how may I help you?""He's a nobody, there's no use to call him sir!" Phil said with a one sided smile but she ignored him."I'm here to see Jordan Smith."Phil approached the reception and pulled Jason by the shirt. "Why the hell would you see Jordan?!""Why the hell are you so interested in my matters? Have you fallen for me?"Phil frowned at Jason's statement and went back to his seat."Sir, I'm sorry but you'll have to wait for a while. They're all waiting to go in as well."So after all his big talk, he was waiting by the reception to see his secretary. Jason smiled. "Tell him it's Jason Paul Decker.""Fool! What good will hearing your name do?""Sir, this is an official building. Please keep your voice down." The receptionist snapped at Phil, then she turned back to Jason. "Give me a minute sir."She called someone and mentioned his name then hung up almost immediately. "You may go in sir. It's on the sixth floor. Ask anyone and they'll show it to you.""Wait, are you telling me this idiot gets to go before me? Do you know how long I've been waiting?! This is an insult to my personality.Do you know the relationship my company has with yours?!What can this idiot do? I mean, the loser's probably just here for a job and yet he gets to go up first?!That's preposterous!""Sir, please calm down. You'll get to go also, this is just urgent.""Oh come on Phil, don't be a sore loser, it doesn't suit you." Jason smiled, feeling proud of himself as he walked towards the elevator.Once he was completely settled in, he was going do something about him."Come in."Jason pushed the door open and was shocked to find a beautiful woman seated in the office. "Uh I'm sorry, is this Jordan's office?" He asked, just to be sure he was in the right place. "You have no idea how many times that has happened to me today. This is Jordan's office, and this," she pointed to herself. "...is Jordan Smith. What can I do for you?"Right, Jordan was a gender neutral name, so why did he assume it was a man? "Um I'd like to apologize for uh…thinking you were a man." He said as he walked towards her desk."It's okay, I'm used to it.""Okay. Well I'm Jason, Matthew said–""Jason? As in Jason Paul Decker??""Yes, I–""I'm terribly sorry sir!" She shot to her feet. "I had no idea it was you. I'm really sorry for speaking so casaully to you.""It's cool, I don't mind. It's nice to meet you." He extended his hand to shake her but she bowed instead."The pleasure is all mine sir.""Please don't call me sir, you'll make me feel uncomfortable." He was pleased he w
While Jordan filled Jason in on the conducts of the company, he kept thinking about Phil's outrageous behavior. Jason was aware that he was rude and arrogant, but he never knew he was violent as well. Had he raised his hand against Lauren as well?Probably not. Besides, his mother in law– or ex mother in law– would never let a man lay a hand on her daughter. No matter how obsessed she may be with making money, surely her daughter's safety's should be important to her.Then his mind went back to Jordan's reacty, when Phil raised his hand to hit her, she didn't look surprised. She didn't even try to stop him, the expression she had on was a sad one, almost like she was used to it. Were they married?But if they were married, why did they have different last names? Though through their two years of marriage, Lauren had refused to change her name as well. She said it was a process that was too long and time consuming for her. Almost like she had known that something like this would hap
"It's so good to finally have everyone here together. How long has it been? A year?""And two months." Lauren's mother affirmed."Ohh Lauren my dear, how are you doing?""Fine, thank you aunt Celia."Celia was a sister to Lauren's mother but the two never saw eye to eye. Lauren's mother always wanted to be on top in every aspect. Looks, wealth, status and basically everywhere else. But it never happened. Celia was the younger sister but she had the best look of the family, and she was the smart one which was why their father handed the family business to her, so she became her natural enemy since."Oh where is that nice young chap? What's his name again?...I think it started with a J…Johnson, Jameson?""Jason." Lauren corrected."Right, Jason. Where is he?""We uh…we got divorced." She knew her aunt would be upset because she was the only family member who actually accepted Jason into their family."What? Why?!""It did–""He cheated." Lauren's mother replied instead. "Please don't s
"Good morning mother." Lauren greeted her mother as she entered her former home. The Kings residence. To think that Lauren lived there her whole life but she still felt like a stranger whenever she visited."You're here early." Mabel and her daughter had made plans to meet by twelve noon to discuss work, and usually when they made such appointments, Lauren was either exactly on time or a few minutes late. Never had she been four hours early before."I know. I was the only one at home and I got bored, so I thought I'd alter the time of our meeting." Ever since her divorce, living alone in their apartment had become unbearable for her. Everything was always reminding her of Jason and she could barely stand it."Oh, and that is why I told you to move back in. Your room is still as you left it, untouched, except when the cleaning lady goes to tidy up the place. Why are you still living in that tiny apartment?.""I guess I'm used I it." And because she wanted to be as close to Jason as she
Lauren was organizing her bedroom for the first time since her divorce with Jason. Back when they were together, he was the one who always took care of the house chores and even the cooking as well. All she did was eat, he took care of everything else…even her laundry.She packed her notes and as she was about to drop them in the drawer by the bed, she came across a piece of paper folded inside, sitting delicately on one of her old books. Carefully unfolding it she was filled with nostalgia as she saw the tiny, slightly slant handwriting. Jason's writing was something she always found attractive in a way. It almost looked like it was typed in using a slanted lobster font. Her writing was okay as well but Jason's was far more superior. She smiled tenderly as she read the contents written on it. (Be back soon, birthday surprise. Well that kind of ruins the surprise but since you don't know what the actual gift is, it's fine. You probably didn't know I was getting you a gift till I pu
Finally, Jason stared at himself in the human length mirror in his bedroom. It was a big night and lots of influential people would be there, and he wanted to stand out. Luckily for him, Matthew was an expert at formal occasions like this one, so he ordered him a one of a kind tuxedo all the way from England.To compliment his dressing, he went with a Rolex wristwatch, but it wasn't just any Rolex, it was a new model Cosmograph daytona. It was an 18 ct Everose gold with a sundust and bright black dial, with an oyster bracelet.Matthew had always said, if one was going to do something, you might as well do it in a big way.For his shoes, he went with a Tom Ford's custom loafers that were worth two million dollars.According to Matthew, the brand explained that the reason their product was that expensive was because the leather for the footwear, which was highly durable, was manufactured using the world's most expensive alligator skin. This ensured that the leather used was of the high
Every year at the Deluxe Dance, they choose a winner who would get varieties of prizes and gain even more popularity. It is known as the highlight of the ceremony.People are still unsure of the way the winners are chosen. Some say it's based on their company's yearly performance. Some believed it was judged based on their level of popularity among the masses. Some even speculated that a vote was usually held. While others believed it was given randomly to anyone, as long as you could bribe the right people."All right, everyone. Can I have your attention? It's time for the highlight of the night." The MC announced and everyone turned to him.According to Jordan, Phil had never won and neither had Lauren's father, even though they had tried bribing their way through on several occasions.If they awarded the winners based on their performance then Lauren's father had a chance, since Jordan had told him that he was one of their best staff, but it didn't mean Jason wouldn't still have hi
"He got what?!" Mabel couldn't believe her ears as her daughter relayed the events of the ceremony to her. She could have easily watched it live on TV but she hated seeing other people do what she couldn't."Twenty million dollars mother. It was given to him…personally!.""That's just impossible. Why would an imbecile like that get such an amount?""Mother I told you, I said divorcing him was a bad idea but you kept insisting. Now he's basically rich and there's nothing I can do about it.""Says who?""What do you mean? He has already moved on.""I'm not buying it. He's your husband so you should know how to get him to come back to you.""Mother, I–""Stop acting like this Lauren. It annoys me to see that my only daughter's not sharp. You lived with a man for over two years, and you want me to believe that you don't know the things he likes? How to seduce him?""It's not that. It's just…I don't know if it'll work.""At least give it a try, then if it doesn't work out, we'll think of s