CHASED OUTThe governor’s thugs drove the car as fast as they could till they got to a very lonely road. “Get out of the car,” their leader yelled at Tricia.“The governor has asked us to let you go free without paying back the money you carelessly threw away. You know you are very lucky the governor is in a very good mood and this is your lucky day”. The man said.“Should I go?” Tricia asked in a very scared tone, She looked around and there was no single house or cars she could shield herself from. At this point she sensed there was trouble but all she had to do it’s obey their others to save her life.“Run Tricia. You are free, you can run back to the city from here, it's not as far as you think it is”. One of the men said to her. Tricia let them take off the rope on her hand and began to run as fast as her legs could carry her. The men let her run for a good distance and just when she believed she was finally saved, they drove towards her with seed while she put in all her best
A HUGE LOSS“Mom, that was too harsh. We shouldn't have chased him away. What if he gets killed by those governor's thugs?” Maven asked her mother while she gave her a skeptical look.Maven the idiot is old enough and man enough to take care of himself” Lady Victoria answered deviantly without thinking. She held her hand in her head and sighed. Maybe she would go look for Thomas later but for now she would stay away. Since her mother doesn't want to see Thomas she would stay away for a while.She laid in bed and slept off. By morning she got up and rushed off to work. Grandma was already seated in her chair when she walked in.“Maven you are so fond of coming late to walk. I have thought you changed when we gave you a break. You really didn't change. You still have the effrontery to show up here late despite the fact that we are trying to build this company back. Sheooked at her Grandma soberly. She was tired and stressed from all that happened the previous day. “I hear your husband
SHE IS MINE TO PROTECTMaven has thought about all the options and yet couldn't come up with some reasonable ones. She packed her office back and forth with the tip of her pen in mouth. “Damn! How on earth would they bar me from accessing the company?” She questioned and wondered through all the options she had. “Yes! That's exactly what I would do”.She said and grabbed her handbag and her car keys. She raced out, hitting Grace on the shoulder.“I am sorry Ma'am”.Grace bent over to pick up the files that had fallen off her hand. “Ma'am I need you to see this. A meeting has been fixed by DetroX solutions tomorrow”.Grace spoke the words as she raced after her boss who only had limited time to listen.“What meeting?I didn't schedule any meeting with them Grace” Maven managed to answer as she strolled out hastily.Then she suddenly paused to have a rethink.What's going on Grace?did you fix any meeting without first letting me know about it?”she queried her tone changing quickly and her
ENOUGH IS ENOUGHThomas took Maven upstairs and laid her on the bed. He quickly took off her shoes and covered her with the duvet. He had always had a liking for Maven right from the first night he had met her at the bar drunk. This night brought a lot of memories to his heart as he sat by her side. He pushed off the long hair covering her face and smiled as he watched her sleep peacefully.Just at that moment the door creaked open and Lady Victoria stood by the door.“What did you say happened to her?” She asked like Thomas was supposed to know the reason she got herself drunk.“How would I know ma’am? I have no damn idea, I think she is frustrated from work” Thomas answered calmly. From the corner of his eyes he could see Lady Victoria scanning him like he had come into her home to steal, meanwhile the reverse was the case. Thomas smiled wryly and got up to his feet. I guess I have to leave, I am still not welcome here”. He mouthed.“Well, I think you should because you have no damn
AN UNWANTED INVITEWhen Maven woke up from sleep. She decided to go invite Thomas over to the house at least to thank him for looking out for her. Lady Victoria wouldn't have approved of it if she was home. But since she had gone out for her pedicure and hair do, Maven picked it as the best time to do what she had to do.He came in a moment ago. Seating in the living room like a total stranger. “Hey” she called out when she stopped by the stairs. Come on, we need to talk up the stairs. She told him. “The maid will bring your food to the room. I know it's against the tradition of this house but will have to do it that way."I am so confused Thomas, I don't know what to do, '' Maven complained bitterlyThomas smiled while studying her face for a while; he knows she's the mewler. She could break down at the slightest opportunity she gets. Thomas held Maven's hand and helped her up to her feet. He stood in front of her. "You worry too much Maven and like I will always tell you everythin
AN AWKWARD MOMENT Maven woke up with a jolt, eyes staring at the alarm clock. It was exactly 6:00 a.m., as usual. Maven didn't have to look at the clock to know it was time for her to wake up for the day. She would always get the urge to wake up once it's 6 a.m and this has always been exact and accurate, except on weekends when she deliberately decides to sleep in bed for a while.She pushed the comforter off her body and slid out of bed. She laid the pillows perfectly aligned and carefully on the bed, the shelves pulled tight, and her pink comforter was folded just the right way. Maven gave herself a firm nod when she saw she had done the job perfectly this time.She scurried over to my bathroom for the next to get a good wash as it was a necessary part of her morning ritual. She could never miss it; she brushed my teeth, washed my face, and showered afterwards. She quickly looked out for her outfit, the same one she had put together the previous night and got quickly dressed
STRANGE THINGS HAPPENThomas looked at Mave for a while and smiled.You've been smiling for quite some time. What do you deem to be so good with you?” Maven asked Thomas before taking the juice in her mouth. “Well I am just happy to have you around that's all”. Thimas answered and drummed his finger on the table. Well, well ,well. So this is where I manage. The salary isn't much but I am glad I can raise some stipends from it”. Thomas said happily. “Yes. I know. I can see all that happiness in your face and you seem not to have any problems at all” Thomas looked at her and smiled. They spoke for another hour and then she told him she would like to take her leave.“It's fine. You can always call if you need to talk”. He told her.“Thank you Thomas. And u am sorry for the waybi spoke to you the last time. I should have allowed mom throw you out of the house like that” She said to Thomas with a sorry look.“ all that is in the past now. I am happy here and I will get paid at the end o
THE HEALER IS HERE“Thomas, you look strange”. Grandpa said, looking at his son. Thomas looked like a demi god and his eyes glowed a special kind of green. “I am Thomas Al Thani the last healer of my tribe” Thomas spoke with much audacity and strength. He grabbed his grandpa's will hand and held him up.Sir Rufus Al Thani rises and walks”. He spoke with order. Pa. Al Thani didn't comprehend a thing that was happening to him but all he could see was that his legs had something like fire revolving in a spiral form. He is shocked to see that he would stand on his own.“That's it, pop. You can walk and take the steps”. Thomas was still in the high realm when he gave his grandfather all of these orders. Grandpa Al Thani obeyed all and did just as he had instructed. Grandpa lifted his legs little by little and began to move.“Can walk. I can walk”. Grandpa said with a very loud voice. By the time Thomas was done with releasing all the powers he became very weak and fell on the ground. H
THE INSTALLMENT The day of the great ceremony everyone was skeptical about had finally come. Maven and her family now lived in peace. Thomas was now great and known all over the city for his good deeds. George was still in the psychiatric care hospital while his father, the former governor, has lost his position and is still in prison. Thomas has always envisioned a day like this to come but he didn’t know it was this close. After signing the deal with the Lesotho group he had emerged as a leader and the date for his installment as the healer and Martial lord in all provinces had finally come. Maven raced the hallway of her family house trying to get herself ready without missing out on anything. Today was a big day for her as well. Thomas was crowned the Master Chief of the martial arts club and as the healer of the century. She on the other hand would be receiving a recognition award for the just concluded construction contract she had handled for the government. It’s a two in o
HOME AT LAST The moment they finished the duo got up and began to walk from the VIP lounge section to the main restaurant. Suddenly Thomas paused as a sense of danger hit him. His eyes shot a glowing green light and when Maven saw it she became very terrified. “What is wrong with you Thomas?Why are your eyes glowing?”she began to panic.From all she could see, Thomas looked like a demigod. “Is everything alright? The moment she shook him violently he came back to his original self. The green glow in his eyes died down immediately. “I think someone needs my help around here”. He said unbuttoning his suit as he began to walk faster. He increased his pace so much that Maven had to run along with him. “What do you mean someone needs your help?” she asked him but he gave her deaf ears and continued without stopping to say a single word. She called his name and ran after him till they got to the hall. “Call the ambulance”. Maven heard loud voices screaming while others tried to gi
A DATE The moment Maven got home her mom had done the decorations and a cake was placed on the table with candles. ‘What’s going on here? Maven asked as she walked into the living room. Lady Victoria had a smile on her face. “Happy birthday my child”. Lady Victoria said, handing the glass of wine to Maven. ‘Mom. You did all of this for me? Awn! Thank you so much”. Maven said smiling, she took the glass from her mom and sipped from the wine. “This is good.” She then cleared her throat and clasped her hands together. “Look what we have here”.She exclaimed and rushed off to sit close to the cake. I have a wish and I want to make it. She closed her eyes and took in a deep breath for a second before blowing off the candle sticks. Lady Victoria and Abigail clapped their hands happily. “Happy birthday Ms.” Abigail said to her and handed her a small box. “You got me a gift too?’ Maven asked with her eyes watering. “Come here” she grabbed the lady and hugged her tightly. This h
HAPPY BIRTHDAY MAVEN "What agreement are you talking about mom?"Maven asked her mother. “You know about it already and Grandma here knows too. It’s long overdue and I need to get my life together. A life outside of the Taylor’s roof”. Lady Victoria was determined to get her life back at least for the rest of her days. Having a companion and someone to share her burden with. “Grandma, what do you have to say to this proposal?’ Maven asked, looking at her grandma with knowing eyes. “Mom, what exactly are they talking about? What deal do you have with Victoria? Do you have any idea Derrick?’ Patrick turned to his brother and asked him. Derrick shook his head. “I have no damn idea anything like this ever took place. “Whoa! Mom, that's pure wickedness. I thought all these while she stayed back with us because she so loved her husband and wanted to keep the legacy going. I never knew you had some contract running right under our noses” Patrick said the words without filtrating an
WE ARE SORRY Since the incident Maven has just been minding her business until Grandma’ request for dinner came through. She had always known who grandma was when it came to having dinner or lunch or even breakfast at her place. With all that has gone on she just doesn’t want to get entangled with grandma and her boys, just focusing on her job and if need be quit if another chaos comes. All that mattered to her right now was her peace of mind and sanity. Maven walked down to meet her mother in the living room. “Mom, did Grandma Clara call you?’ She asked her mother if she had her eyes glued on the TV for her favorite show. The lady shook her head repeatedly without taking her eyes off the screen. “Well, I guess we would be having dinner at grandmas’ I suggest you go get dressed.” She informed her mother. Lady Victoria looked up at Maven with a frown on her face. “I am not going to Clara’s house for no dinner” she said rudely, grabbing the remote control on the table. “Why?Sh
SENTENCED It’s been three months since Sebastian has been in and out of court. His Lawyer Bryan knows well that Sebastian would never win the case against the government and the Al Thani’s. The biggest name in the society. He had his head bowed in the cubicle when his lawyer made the last statement. The presiding judge Albert Wilmore sat on his seat with the wig hanging stylishly on his head. An old man from the North. He is presumed to be the best and sincere judge in the entire city. “Get me out of here” he whispered to his lawyer in a very soft tone. “I am trying my best. The judge is a strict one but I will see what I can do. “What do you even mean by that? I don’t need you to try, I need you to get me out. What’s there to lie and convince the court that I didn’t do it? You can’t even lie. Shame on you”. He said and just then the judge hit the gavel to maintain order. The break was over. The judge cleared his throat. “After hearing from both parties, this honorable court
LET THEM GO The moment she saw the news she knew she had to do something to save her son. She had gone to the station to plead and try to bride David but the officers wouldn’t let her do that despite the fact that they know her too well. “I need my son out of here. No one is saying anything”, she began to cry. Just then Thomas drove in. She threw her bag on the floor and rushed to meet him. “I asked you to get your lawyers ready. David is appearing in court in a few days and there is nothing anyone will do about it. I will not let him treat my wife like that all because of envy”. Thomas was still pissed at what David did. But before he could say one more word, the old woman fell on her knees and began to plead. Everyone came out and began to look in surprise that the all mighty Lady Clara Taylor could go on her knees begging a small boy like Thomas all because she wants her son to come out of prison. At this point Thomas remembered his grandma and how she had gone to her k
CROWNED The morning after the whole incident Thomas’s assistant called in. Thomas was still in bed when his phone began to ring. “It’s too early for all the calls to start coming in”. He murmured as she reached out for the phone. Seeing Greg’s name made his heart churn a little bit. “Greg, what do we have this morning?’ he asked in a greasy voice. “Sir, you have a meeting with the Lesotho group at 9am”. His phone was calm and patient. “I will try not to be late. Put everything in other”. “Yes boss! Greg answered. They spoke on the phone for a while listing Thomas’ meetings and activities for the day after which they ended the call. Thomas got out of bed grudgingly. After the whole drama for the week he doesn’t see himself getting into any meeting or sit but he had to do it for the sake of the company. The company has to go one way or the other. Just as he got the tip of his bed a knock came on his door. He turned his head to look over. He knows his grandpa or Lucas, his co
MAVEN IS DISCHARGED Lady Victoria has never been this rude to grandma but since Grandma has decided to bite the finger that feeds her then she would have to face the dance and the music she had set for herself. Thomas left the prison that instance and he headed straight to the hospital to meet Maven. On his way he had asked Grace Maven’s assistant to watch over her while they await her discharge time. He hurried and drove the car to the hospital and when he arrived at the front gate the men he kept to safeguard the yard nodded at him. They were dressed in black suits and black face Masks different from the security men who work for the hospital. He raised up using the elevator to the fourth floor where Maven was. He waved at the nurse rashly and wafted past her like spoke ready to consume a whole bush. This was the moment he wished he could kill his enemies with his powers but that would not be very necessary at this point. He is not big enough to face David and Sebastian. Rath