Standing before Zachary was one of his adversaries. Duncan. The guy who had backed Emily up when she stole his scholarship. He was the reckless driver who crashed his car and he still had the balls to point accusing fingers.Stone just gazed at the two in bewilderment. There was definitely a long standing enmity between them.As soon as Duncan saw Zachary, his mouth fell apart in surprise as he was bewildered with how Zachary had changed. He looked different.Was he really the owner of the car?Adding to his curiosity, Stone came forward and tried to explain the situation after calling him Boss. Duncan was shocked and as well confused.He suddenly remembered what Emily was trying to tell him the previous day. Does she really mean what she was saying? Was he really the owner of the Influitive Oil and gas—the biggest oil company in Texas. And worst was that he didn't allow her to talk.Sizing him up, Zachary's smirk turned to a sneer.Raising his brows Zachary said to Duncan. "What now?
Zachary planned to take up Nana's offer of spending time with her at the beach. Kelvin can tag along, if he wished. Although, Zachary was feeling awkward about the whole arrangement. On the contrary, his Nana was elated, so she packed all the goodies she could lay her hands on just for her grandson.However, Kelvin decided to tag along after all.Since it was the weekend, there was nothing wrong with having a little fun and spending time with the family that had given him relevance in society. It was only right for him to get to know them and possibly bond. And it was at such times that families bond with each other.The drive to fountain beach was quite long and boring. With Zachary leaving his ailing father in the care of a nurse and the domestic staff, Zachary rode down the beach with Stone driving.He wore a loose-fitting linen floral shirt and flowy kimono shorts. Lying on the car seat was his dark sunshade as well as a beach hat. Zachary has never gone to the beach before. He co
Zachary lowered his gaze in shame and Mirabel smiled inwardly. She didn't expect that the old lady would stand up for her and scold Zachary.Glancing around the place, she saw several men on black suits. Some were standing close to the old couple while others were planted at various positions looking out for their Boss. Even though it was a beach that only the elites have access to, they still needed to keep their guards up."Grandpa, Grandma." Zachary greeted his grandparents to Mirabel's astonishment because she knew who they were. The richest people in Texas.How did they suddenly become Zachary's grandparents? And why did they let him suffer for many years?Oh! This was the reason he could comfortably throw a hundred thousand dollars at the restaurant manager without batting an eye. He was the grandson of the Paddingtons. Wow! But how did it happen? Shaking off all the thoughts in her mind, she greeted the old couple who had been throwing glances at the two people in front of th
"Huh?" Emily suddenly exclaimed. She was oblivious of her parted mouth. "What is it about? I hope there's not a problem. Are you fighting with your Dad, or you must have gotten yourself into trouble?"Emily was not patient to even hear what he had to say before blabbing. She had thought that his sour mood was as a result of whatever he had to say.Duncan glared at her. He was unsure of what to reply to Emily with. What's she even talking about?"Emily." He blurted out angrily. "What the heck are you even saying? Shouldn't you have let me finish before crucifying me.""I've noticed your temper since when you called, so I deduced something was wrong." Emily tried to explain but Duncan's raised hand which signified that he was not interested in listening to her.Since she has already reached a conclusion without confirmation, there was no need to explain further."Nevermind." Tilting her head, she felt disappointed. Emily decided to play with her phone a little. It's best she let things
"It's Zachary." Emily acknowledged and Duncan nodded."What's he doing here? Who invited him, Huh? Quietly, let's leave this place. I don't want him to see us" Startled Duncan said to Emily who was as well perplexed. Her heartbeat, chaotic.Wanting to shove himself to their faces, Zachary hastened his steps. He had already seen them but had acted oblivious. Ignoring some people's eyes that were attempting to bore holes on his cheap clothes he proceeded forward.Before Duncan and Emily could flee from their spots, Zachary stood before them with Emily's heart sinking at his sight. 'Not tonight.' She thought to himself.Duncan looked dazed and Emily could tell that he was afraid. What was it really that made Duncan so stunned at the sight of Zachary? He even suggested that they flee before he reaches. 'There's definitely something Duncan is keeping from me.' Emily thought as she read the expression on Duncan's face.Directing her gaze to her fingers which she was twitching. She opened he
"Who invited you to my party?" Andy yelled, coursing everyone to turn towards the direction of the noise. Andy Sanders was the birthday girl. The arrogant daughter of a big shot fashion Mogul in Texas, Beckman Sanders. However, the Paddingtons were way more richer than the Sanders as they have countless subsidiary companies. During their times in Plainview high school, Andy had her Clique and of which Emily was exempted but she did everything possible to go closer to Andy. Although Andy didn't see Emily fit to be her friend, in time Emily was able to catch a spot in Andy's space but not too close a spot. They were just a little distant friends. This was as a result of going to the same college.Andy had sent an invitation to most of her college and highschool friends. Although, the ones who were not invited got to know about the party from others and they took the chance. Ofcourse, who wouldn't want to attend a party at a five star hotel? Moreover, it was an opportunity to get to ea
"The party is just getting started and you guys are already leaving." Mirabel said in her usual cheerful demeanor as she approached the three friends. Zachary, who was not in a good mood, got even more pissed at the sight of the lady before him.Why does he keep bumping into this lady? He had just been humiliated by one of Emily's friends, now, another stood before him and acted like everything was fine with them.Zachary stared at the pretty lady before him and back to his friends before walking out and leaving them behind. Confused, they ran after him to learn what the problem might be."Zach, did Mirabel also offend you? Why were you so rude to her?" Johnson was surprised and as well confused. "Yeah, that was rude of you to ignore a lady in that manner. Or has anything untoward transpired between you two? For all I know, Mirabel has never treated you badly in highschool." Smith commented and was also curious to learn what the problem was.Zachary was without a word.What would he
It had been a long and eventful weekend and he was happy to finally be back to work. Even though he went to the party dressed like a pauper, he never expected to still be humiliated. They were still so shallow minded. Even in all their sophistications, they still had very poor mentality. Well, that's exactly how most rich spoiled brats behave and their parents contributes a lot to this awful behavior of their children. However, Andy Sanders was the last of his problems. He was going to come to make her eat her words when it was time. Still engrossed in his work, Zachary heard noises outside his office and decided to find out what the problem might be. "I just want to see Mr Zachary." Emily requested but Maraya refused her passage. "You have to state your reason for wanting to meet with the boss or there's no way I'm letting you in. Moreover, you don't have an appointment with him." Maraya retorted angrily. She never liked Emily and the latter was really getting on her nerves recen
“Sir, the meeting will start in thirty minutes.” Maraya informed him before leaving for her office.It didn't take long and the meeting started. After the meeting was over, Zachary asked two men to wait behind. They were the general manager and the assistant general manager.Since John was the general manager, he had to wait behind. However, his heart was pounding heavily as he kept wondering what Zachary was up to.“Sir, you asked us to wait. I hope there's no problem?" The person who spoke was the assistant General Manager, Mr. Vincent.“Uh, Yeah. Please have a seat." Zachary replied to the men while his gaze was fixated at the file before him.Zachary soon lifted his face to stare at the other man. “ Mr. Vincent." He called out.“Sir." The man replied, looking tense. He was also wondering in his heart why the young boss asked him to wait behind.After a deep sigh, Zachary nodded his head and smiled at the man. “Mr. Vincent. I must say that I'm impressed with how you handle your job
Thinking that the lady will get angry, Zachary was stunned to hear her dismiss the matter.“It's ok, I hope it went well?”"Yeah, it did go well before someone came to piss me off.” Zachary replied truthfully. Although he had no intention of telling Chloe about going with Mirabel."What happened?” Chloe asked with concern. "And who's the person who offended you?”"It's a young lady flirting with me. What got me angry was the way she treated the waiter. She was so rude and arrogant. I had to tell her off and left the venue.”"Oh.” Chloe was at a loss for words.After a moment of silence, Zachary decided to change the topic.The duo chatted for a while until they were taken away by the sandman.At the office the next morning, Emily made her way to Zachary's office. On her hands was the file she was asked to work on that weekend. She was already through with the work and kept praying that Zachary would not ask her to work on something else.She already has her own work and Zachary was g
Stone, who was not expecting such a question, lifted his eyes and glanced at the rearview mirror. “Ma'am, what did you say?" He pretended not to hear her the first time.Mirabel chuckled and asked the question again. “Do you think that anything can happen between me and your boss?”Stone swallowed hard. He was completely at a loss for words.After a moment of silence, he replied to Mirabel. “I…uh,.. I don't have an answer to that question.”Although Stone really wanted Zachary to end up with Mirabel, his boss was the one to make the choice himself.Mirabel smiled while still watching Stone from the mirror.“Ok, tell me what you think about me? Do you think I'd be good for Zach?" Stone pursed his lips and nodded. “Yes Ma'am, you're a great person and I think you and my boss will look good together. However, he's the one who would make the choice." “Does Zach have a girlfriend? Tell me the truth." Mirabel continued to probe further. Although she had confessed her feelings for Zachary
When Emily left the mall, she went back home to finish up with the weekend job Zachary gave to her. He was really punishing her and she doesn't know how long she'd take it.She had angrily left the mall and went back to dig herself into the work. It was a way of getting her mind off everything.Mirabel went out with Zachary as his date.After a while, her father was back and went to knock on her door. “Honey, I'm back." Swiftly, Emily rose to her feet and raced to the door. “I'm coming, Dad?" Before she could open the door, John was already on his way downstairs. “Come on, let's have our dinner." Without another word, Emily raced downstairs and to the dining table. “Hi, Dad. You're back." John only glanced at his daughter and nodded. " Yeah, what have you been up to? Tell me, did you speak with Mirabel?”Emily instantly darkened her expression when she heard Mirabel’s name.“That betrayer." She muttered to herself.“What did you say?" John inquired. It was him who encouraged E
"What do you mean by that?" With furrowed brows, Zachary gave her a questioning look. "Why would your name be on the news tomorrow?""Nevermind Zach, it's just an expression. You should understand what I was trying to imply. Did you not see the way that girl spoke to the maid like she was not a human being? That was not fair and I could no longer stand the sight. If I were to stand up for the maid and confront her, she might insult me and I would be able to take it."Zachary was silent for a while before saying to her."Emily was your friend for so many years before you guys fell apart the previous night, did she not demean people before your presence?"Emily was rendered speechless."Ugh, actually Zach…""You don't have to answer that." Zachary didn't let her finish before cutting in."Well, I'm sure that you're no longer in the mood for the dinner party. I'll go look for my grandparents and inform them before we leave."Mirabel nodded in approval. Indeed, she was no longer in the
Zachary lifted his face to see a gorgeous young lady staring down at him. She was smiling at him as she stretched forth her right hand to shake him. Zachary didn't need to confirm her question because everyone was already talking about him. "My name is Alice and you're at our home. Mr Ferdinand is my grandpa."The Ferdinands had called for a dinner party and invited only the elites in the city. It was a way of building a network and for business expansion. Zachary was only there because his grandfather invited him. He didn't know a lot of VIPs. All the people he had had business contact with were confused to see that Kelvin made him the new CEO. To them, it seemed that Zachary just came out of nowhere and was made the CEO of such a reputable company.However, they could not question Kelvin's decision. It was only the staff who knew the relationship Zachary had with Kelvin. Although they wouldn't dare run their mouth for fear of being sacked.Rising to his feet, Zachary shook the you
Zachary and Mirabel were approached by Kelvin as soon as they alighted from the car. Zachary's car was initially refused access to the residence until he called Kelvin and it was confirmed. The security guards stared at Zachary in bewilderment and wondered how he was suddenly related to Kelvin, the richest man in Texas. They knew Kelvin because their boss had had some contact with him. And the social media also portrayed him as the richest which was quite true.Kelvin reached out and hugged his grandson. After they pulled out of the embrace, Zachary introduced Mirabel to him."Grandpa, This is Mirabel, my…""Your girlfriend." Kelvin helped him to complete the statement with a broad smile on his face. Mirabel was already blushing from the initial compliment Kelvin had given to her. She hurriedly ended the call with Emily when Kelvin started throwing compliments at her. Hopefully, Emily didn't hear any of it or she'd get more jealous. 'So what if she gets jealous. That's her problem n
"That person looks like Mirabel." Emily muttered from under her breath. As she turned to look closely at the type of vehicle, the car had already started leaving. However, she was able to catch the plate number and deduced something. It wasn't Mirabel's car. Moreover, she drove her car by herself."Whose vehicle was that?" Emily tried to think of where she had seen that exact vehicle."Yeah, I remember now. I'm sure I've seen that plate number somewhere and it matches with the color of the vehicle I know. Oh! It's Zachary's. I've seen him exit the company in that same car."Emily was stunned at the discovery. "What would Mirabel be doing in Zachary's car when she has her own. Moreover, where were they going?"Emily was trying so hard to find out what was really going on. Mirabel had earlier told her that they were not in a relationship yet. However, it looked like they were going to some kind of party together."Yeah, that's it. I'm sure Zachary had asked her to accompany him. It only
Zachary descended the stairs in style. He was dressed in a black notch lapel suit and black shoes to match. He had a pair of glasses on his right hand while his left hand was inside his pocket. He looked dashing in his outfit and quiff hairstyle. Mirabel could not help but gape at the young man as he marched towards them.Following Mirabel's gaze, Nathan saw that it was Zachary approaching. He stared at the young lady and to Zachary before clearing his throat, distracting Mirabel.Mirabel smiled and turned her face away, a blush making its way on her face. She was happy that the man had been distracted from probing her to answer his question."Ofcourse, everyone in our class knew Emily. Infact, she was popular in the whole school because she thought she was the most beautiful girl. However, that wasn't entirely true because there were other girls whose beauty superseded hers."Zachary glanced at Mirabel and continued. "Dad, Mirabel is our guest and you shouldn't be asking her such kin