“No Adrian. Get that out of your mind.” Adrian said to himself, and concentrated on driving off to the Governor’s office. Soon, he got to the building where the Governor’s office was, and he dusted his suit, like there were specks of dust on it.“Let’s do this.” He encouraged himself, and walked right into the building.He was directed to the Governor’s secretary, and he didn’t have a hard time in finding out the secretary’s office as well.“Good day, I am Adrian George, and I had contacted you earlier, regarding meeting with the Governor. I have already sent a mail, stating the reasons I need to see him, but I haven’t gotten a response, yet, and it’s quite urgent.”“I’m sorry. But I’m not certain the Governor wants to see you. He didn’t show interest in your case which I presented to him.”“No… It’s probably a mistake. I know that when he sees my mail, he would attend to it.”“Well, he didn’t show interest in this particular one.” The secretary responded.“Look. The Governor’s offic
Adrian and Lucas were a little shocked to see Sophie in the office, dressed like nothing was going on with her. She was in a white T-shirt, and black cargo pants. There was a faint blush on her otherwise pale face. She ought not to be walking around. “What? Why are you staring at me like that? You don't like what I said? I'm taking your side, Adrian. I don't believe we should give in to Wilson.”“Yeah, yeah, I know. I'm glad you think that way. I'm not going to give in to Steve Wilson. Look, Lucas, I know that seems like the smartest thing to do right now, and it probably feels like the safest too, but trust me, we would regret doing that.” Adrian pressed on, and Lucas sighed.“I’m just— it feels like we're the ones who have more to lose, so I'm just thinking of the best way to, you know, just avert whatever perilous danger might come our way. By the way, Sophie, are you okay?” He asked, and Sophie leaned against Adrian's desk.“If I wasn't feeling a little okay, I think I'd be back
Adrian immediately went upstairs to check on Sophie, only to meet her standing right in front of a crashed lamplight, and a few plates which he had left for her, for breakfast.He felt relieved that it wasn't something dangerous, then he moved closer to her and began to check her body.“Are you okay?” He asked, out of concern.“Yes, I am.” Sophie responded softly.“How did this happen?” Adrian asked as he bent to pick up the broken pieces.“I felt a little dizzy when I suddenly stood up, so I crashed into them.” Sophie replied, and rubbed her body, smoothly.She had goosebumps all over as she had experienced shock when those things fell to the ground.“It's fine. You should sir for a while before you stand, okay?”“Yeah, I will.”“By the way, I was interviewing three house help before I got distracted by this. The one I choose would take care of you, and the house so you don't have to stress yourself on anything.” Adrian informed her, and Sophie smiled.“You didn't need to.” She said
“I hope you do understand, Lucas. Loyalty needs to be tested, sometimes, to be certain of our acquaintance, or alliance.”“Yes. You are right. And that’s why I asked you to know what I need to do to prove that I am in.”“Well, it all depends on you, Lucas. You should be able to do anything. Just show us. What do we need to see or know, to be certain that you’ve totally left your cheap gang?”Lucas sighed, and then thought for a while.“Alright, I know what to do. Listen up.” He urged Regina, and Regina listened keenly. “I have a log book of ideas which Adrian and I came up with, for our technological launch. Each idea if it is to be sold out, would cost about half a million dollars. Here it is.” Lucas said, handing over the log book to Regina.Regina opened it, and stared at each of them, with widened eyes.“Wow.” She exclaimed softly. “You’re really giving this out?”“Yeah, I am. It’s going to be really beneficial for Steve Wilson’s companies, or whichever company he wishes to bless
Adrian couldn't believe his ears. Did Lucas just threaten him, without budging, or feeling like he was saying the wrong thing?“Lucas?” He called his name, still feeling unsure that he heard well.“You heard me well.” Lucas spoke, and then rose to his feet. “Tired of seeing this loser's face. I think I need to go.”“Even I am tired of seeing him, as well. Let's leave the restaurant together.” Regina said to Lucas and also rose to her feet, clutching her purse in her hands.She smiled at Adrian and then sneered at him.“I hope this teaches you one lesson; you can never win against Steve Wilson and I. So, if you're smart as you claim to be, it's time you back off.” Regina said, and then left with Lucas.Lucas stood there, dumbfounded, not knowing what to say or what to do. This had never crossed his mind, that it could ever happen.If there was anyone who he could still not be dumbfounded over, that would be Sophie, because he hasn't known or bonded with her, just the way he has done wi
“Governor?” Adrian voiced out, still looking shocked.“Wow. You know me.” The Governor spoke.Then they heard the siren, which meant the police were close. Adrian who didn't want to miss his golden opportunity, decided to strike immediately.“I would like to meet with you, sir. It's over something I wanted to talk about, but I wasn't given the chance to speak with you.”“Oh, I get a lot of letters, and all, everyday. Can't recall which is yours, but here is my card. You can come over to my office, tomorrow.” The Governor said to Adrian.Adrian felt so happy. That was like the highlight of his day. Although, he had gone through a mess, tonight, but he was glad that he managed to achieve something.The contact card had all the necessary information that even the secretary wouldn't be able to deny that he met with the Governor.Then the cops arrived, and some of them covered the scene, while three others walked up to Adrian and the Governor.As they noticed it was the Governor, they call
The next day, Adrian woke up, and the first thing he set his eyes on was the ceiling. He had slept off in that position and remained in that position.Then he sat up, and brushed his hair to the back, and yawned. He looked back at the toilet, and headed towards thay direction.The first person that came to his mind was Sophie, but he wanted to brush his teeth before doing that.As he stepped into the bathroom, he did the necessary while staring at the mirror, and when he was done brushing his teeth, he focused on only the mirror.“Today isn't going to turn out the way yesterday did. So, brighten up, Adrian.” He encouraged himself and then stepped out of the bathroom.He changed into something else rather than wearing a robe, then he stepped out of his room and headed to Sophie's. But on getting to Sophie's room, he didn't see her on the bed like he had thought he would. Then he knocked on her bathroom door, hoping she was there, and just taking a bath.“Sophie? You in there?” he call
Lucas on the other hand, was at his lodge drinking whiskey, and staring into space. Remembering the look on Adrian's face when he threatened him last night, he felt a little in pain.He saw the pain of betrayal in his eyes and he wished that he could soothe him, but that would be the most foolish thing to do.As he gulped down one more shot, his phone rang. It was an unknown number. He was hesitant to answer it, because he was hoping that Adrian didn't try to use another number to call him.He has already blocked him from being able to do that on his main contact.“Well, I'll just block the contact again.” He said to himself and then answered the call.“Hello. Is this Lucas?” The voice was familiar to him, but he couldn't recall where he had heard such a voice; and it was definitely not Adrian's voice.“Who is this?” He asked, calmly.“Oh! So, you do not recall my voice. Anyways, not everyone is able to do that. Regina told me that you have finally come to your senses and will be wil