Lucas looked at them with annoyance"Do you have proof that I stole them?""Are you a police officer to start retrieving stolen materials?"One low-ranking officer who had been watching the drama said "Let's see what he brought and interrogate him ma" he put his hand on his head and charged straight.The officer blinked his eyes continuously before asking James what he brought. "Whose stolen properties do you retrieve?"Vito's properties " The head officer laughed sarcastically and sneered "With your appearance, I don't think you can find Vito's properties and turn it in"James looked at himself very well before he replied "What happened to my appearance? What does it have to do with what I brought?""You are not bad but you look like someone who desperately needs money, why don't you take your so-called Vito's properties and go, I'm feeling sorry for you right now, if not, I would have continued with my arrest.""What will I do with Vito's properties when it is less than what I ha
The female officer realized her fate hung in the balance. If James chose to react to the unfolding situation, it wouldn't be a mere charge for defamation; she could be locked up for instigating a crime, given that she had encouraged James to take the properties to improve his life.Her eyes widened in horror as she witnessed James retrieving his phone from his pocket. The thought crossed her mind: could he be intending to report her? Panic set in as she questioned herself – did he know whom to call?"Hello, Brian," she heard James say. Her mind calmed at the mention of Brian; none of the people from the quarter had heard of Brian. She continued eavesdropping on his conversation."I need a contact of a high-rank officer," James requested."Okay, sir. It will text you now with his name," Brian responded.The female officer began to tremble as she heard what James asked on the phone. She prayed silently to avoid getting in contact with Garvin.James's phone beeped, indicating a text mess
He knelt and held James' leg so that he would forgive him. Seeing him on the floor made Garvin notice the female force who had been on her knee before he entered, he knew she might have disrespected him also, not knowing that she was the master planner Despite bowing her head, she could feel that Garvin was gawking at her, she became drenched in sweat and her body was shaking like a leaf in the wind"Jasel," Garvin called her and said, "Were you rude to him too?""Yes, sir," she replied, stammering."What is your punishment?" Garvin asked, shooting her a dagger look.Shaking where she knelt, she stammered, "Stripping and…" She couldn't finish her statement due to embarrassment. Shame overshadowed her, and she gritted her teeth as she cried.Jasel recoiled from the stinging slap, her cheek reddening instantly. Shock and humiliation flashed across her face, her eyes widened, and for a moment, tears welled up in her eyes, she remained frozen in the where she was. The reception fell i
With the wrapped package in hand, James walked back to his car, a genuine smile of satisfaction playing on his face. The thought of his mother's upcoming birthday filled him with joy, and he couldn't wait to surprise her with the carefully chosen outfit. Eager to prepare for the celebration, he drove home, looking forward to making his mother's birthday a special and memorable occasion.He made a call to the event planner, saxophonist and everything he had paid for never to disappoint him and be early. Who dares disappoint Winslow? Arriving home, James had kept everything he bought in his car. He scurried inside after packing and found his matron, Maureen, in the living room. Excitement bubbled within him as he set his eyes on Maureen. He gathered his thoughts, cleared his throat and, with heartfelt warmth, began to sing a birthday song that Maureen always sang for him at the orphanage for Maureen. The room filled with a melody that echoed the love he had for her, Maureen stood
The engine of James' car made a rumbly noise and stopped at the front of Golden Dragon Palace.Golden Dragon Palace was the biggest Chinese restaurant in the South district, Aston Villa. The entrance was adorned with intricate golden dragons, their splendid forms welcoming customers into a realm of culinary delights. James located a car garage in the place and parked his car. He alighted and went to open the door for Maureen. Maureen was so delighted visiting that place for the first time, it was like a dream come true for her. She enjoyed watching their cooking show on TV and always practised the dishes they used for the show. They stepped inside and Maureen could not hide her joy. Inside it, the decor blended traditional and modern elements, with rich red and gold hues creating a warm and inviting environment.People started gawking at them because they didn't wear expensive dresses they dressed like ordinary people and this caught the attention of people. James had noticed al
The next morning, the soft rays of the sun gently illuminated Maureen's room as she stirred awake on her birthday. A knock on the door interrupted her thoughts, and to her surprise, James walked in with a warm smile."Happy Birthday, Matron!" he exclaimed, holding a small bouquet.Maureen's eyes widened with joy as she accepted the flowers. "Thank you, James! Where did you get it this early morning!.""I wanted to make sure your day started on a bright note," James replied with a warm smile"Thank you, James" Her eyes were brimming with joy"How about we head to the living room? I have another surprise for you." James requested as he tried to get her out of the bedMaureen chuckled and said "You made me remember my last birthday, I missed your present " "You don't need to remember it anymore, I will always be there for you ma, your birthday will be celebrated especially from now on" James promised as he walked her out of her roomBefore they could walk to the living room, they began
Chapter 83"Alright, I will dress and meet you at dining, you can go and dress too. But I don't know what to wear among them, they are too much for me""Since you are going to the orphanage orphanage, you can wear this white gown and this shoe and pick one out of the necklace.""I would like to wear the one you bought, it looks like an original diamond."She dressed and joined them in the living room. She met more faces than those two saxophonists she left in the living room, Anna, Amelia Lucas, a Lawyer and some people who were aware of James' identity showed up. Maureen was happy to see many people present in her house, she greeted them with a warm smile and they all sang birthday songs for her. Brian presented an elegant birthday cake and they all asked her to say her wish and she cut the cake. They all shouted Happy birthday ma. Anna ordered the chef to dish food and they all ate. "Thank you all for coming, I appreciate your present despite you have known me before and y
The grand entrance of Maureen with elegant cars drew the attention of a lot of people who came to celebrate children's days with her. On Children's Day, a lot of elites were present to celebrate children who were orphans and many used that day to contribute whatever they had to cater for the needy. Most of the people who had known Maureen as someone who contributed nothing more than $200 were also there. Her contribution has never exceeded that but she made sure it was not less than $200. She used a year to save the money. The reason people usually knew one another contribution was to encourage them to do more and Father Lawrence, the leader of the vineyard always told them never to be ashame of their offering, his usual statement "Is bring it forward no matter how small, who knows you might be the highest donation tomorrow " This word made Maureen had faith in God and always showed her donation, no matter how they hurled abusive words on her, she was alwyes unflich Many people