The Rise Of The Penniless Son-in-law

Chapter 6

Alex and His grandfather Mr. John Davis were dressed, Mr. John wore a blue suit as usual, while Alex was dressed in a navy single-breasted suit.

Alex had chosen to visit the luxe living interior because he had something important to do but his grandfather was unaware of Alex's plans.

While they were getting ready to enter the car, Andrew walked up to Alex.

“Young master, I have something to tell you about the young girl,” Andrew said.

Alex shifted a bit from the limousine, Mr. John's eyes were fixated on his phone and didn't notice Andrew's presence.

“What is it? Alex asked from the expression on Andrew's face you could sense something was wrong somehow.

“Young master, I'm sorry but when I got there I asked Dr. Michael and he told me that the young girl Called Naomi didn't make it. She died a few minutes before the surgery” Andrew uttered.

Alex felt his heart-tugging in pain and sorrow, tears dripping down his cheeks. His beautiful Naomi is no more. Even if he later found out that she was not his child, Alex still loved her. He had taken care of her for three years and their bond was strong. He cleaned his eyes to avoid his father suspecting him.

“Thank you and please don't mention anything to my grandfather,” Alex ordered.

“Yes, young master,” Andrew said just when Alex was about to turn and Andrew called out again. 

“Young master, I found this in the room of the little girl and I also know where she was buried.” He handed Alex a handkerchief which contained a drawing.

Alex remembered he and Naomi drew that a day before the incident, he took it from Andrew inserted it into his pocket and hurriedly walked into the car. 

“What is it son,” Mr. John asked after seeing the expression on Alex's face.

“Nothing Father, I'm fine. Let's go, they will be waiting for us.” Alex said softly.

The driver drove out of the Davis mansion 

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The staff at the Luxe Living Interior, were all curious and some trembling in fear after the news came up that the owner of the company was coming to see them.

Some of them have never set their eyes on Mr. John Davis except on television. The atmosphere was filled with different reactions.

Claire was dressed in her best clothes, which revealed her curvy figure and she applied a light makeover to avoid people seeing her puffy eyes, although the news had spread around the office that she lost her daughter. She walked up to Henry Walker's office. 

“Henry, You know I'm not supposed to be at work today. I lost my daughter yesterday. You can help me talk to the owner.” Claire uttered politely.

“Why does it sound as if she is not my daughter as well? Don't worry after he is gone you can go home. I promise, Let's go downstairs and wait for the boss.”

They walked towards the elevator and pressed the button to the last floor. ding!! the elevator sounds as it takes them down.

“Do you have any idea why the boss is coming to the office today?” Claire asked.

“I don't know, he said he is coming to give a special announcement,” Henry muttered, Henry's mind was beating fast. He knew something was wrong, anytime Mr. John had come to the office it was because something had happened.

They got to the last floor and they hurriedly skitter to the entrance of the building. Just then a black limousine stopped In front of them. 

Henry adjusted his suit and the remaining staff whispered amongst themselves. All eyes were gazing at the car door as they watched the door open by one of the guards and someone stepped out in style. It was Mr. John Davis. 

“Good morning sir, Welcome sir,” Henry said. 

Mr. John shook his head slightly responding to his greeting. Mr. John watched as his grandson Alex came out. Alex wore a black sunglass and a hat and it was difficult for someone to recognize him.

The people wondered who it was, they were silent murmuring from the crowd, some said maybe his late son was back or maybe it was his new butler but they noticed his dress was much more expensive and no butler would want to dress more than his master.

They make their way as Mr. John Davis and Alex walk inside the building and head to the Meeting Room. Claire noticed something about the steps of the young man with Mr. Davis. 

But she let out a small chuckle, and all eyes gazed at her but she composts herself. Alex stared at her and Henry, his heart was brewing in anger and he gritted his teeth. 

When they arrived at the meeting Room, it was big enough to contain about fifty staff. Alex Sat next to his father. Mr. John stood up and cleared his thoughts.

“Good morning you all, I know you might be wondering why I came here today, but I have a special announcement to make. As you all know I'm getting old and my grandson is here” he pointed at Alex. “ Will be taking over the company from me.”