Duncan stood opposite the father and daughter as he stared down at them with drunken eyes. "Why have all the fun and not think it wise to invite your boyfriend? My dear Emily." The other customers had diverted their gazes and towards their table. They were eager to see the little drama that was ensuing.Seeing all the attention on them, Emily stood up and dragged Duncan out of the restaurant and outside the tranquil beachside. With the two out of the restaurant, the people gossipped about them even in the presence of John. "I think she's cheating on her boyfriend. Maybe she followed an older man because of his money. Now the poor boy had to find out like that.""Yeah, what's it with girls and money? Whenever they see a rich person, they don't mind running after him even if he was their grandfather's age.""I know right? Well, you should know that that does not apply to all girls. You can't just generalize it.""Oh, right. That's a thing. I feel so bad for the poor dude. He's such a
"So you have the nerve to abuse my daughter before my presence?" Duncan found himself staggering after the blow. Still finding a way to gain balance, John closed in on him striking countless blows at his opponent at the same time. With Duncan at the losing end, all he could do was to protect his face with his hands as he fell to the floor. Tilting over to continuously deal with the man on the ground, Emily held his Father's arm."Dad, That's enough. You've already taught him the lesson he needs and I'm sure that he won't bother us again."Since it was late in the night, the beach was usually calmer at this time so nobody had witnessed the ruckus between the men. It was just the three of them. Duncan staggered to his feet whilst cursing the father and daughter as he made his way out of the cozy and serene atmosphere around the beach. "You will both pay for this insolence. That's a promise."Emily rolled her eyes at him and yelled at his back. "It's over between us, loser."John was
Zachary almost jumped out of his skin due to fear. It was unusual for him to meet anyone at his office. Maraya only gets to come in when he is around. She never dared enter his office in his absence unless she needed to drop a document that urgently needed to be signed."Wow! Grandpa, you startled me." Zachary almost yelled, which made Kelvin laugh heartily."Sorry Son, I don't mean to give you a heart attack. How's the Influitive Oil and Gas CEO doing? I know you're learning fast. " Zachary nodded repeatedly before running into the warm embrace of his grandfather. "Why are you here so early? Is there anything you want me to do for you?" Zachary was concerned about his grandfather, he was already an old man and he needed not to stress himself so as not to fall sick."I don't see anything wrong with checking up on my grandson at work. Moreover, it's part of an exercise. You don't expect me to always sit at home doing nothing every other day." Kelvin explained his reason for coming to
Seeing the state of disarray his grandson was in, Kelvin went ahead and divulged the reason he came to the office to see Zachary. He was dissatisfied with the way Zachary treated a serious matter lightly. He had just learned from Maraya about Zachary's kidnap which was kept away from him."When were you planning to tell me about the kidnap? If Maraya hadn't told me, then I'd still be in the dark." Kelvin scolded him and he lowered his head in shame. He was going to tell Kelvin but not just yet. However, he had somehow found out from his trusted secretary. "I…. I'm sorry Grandpa for not filling you in on what was going on. I didn't want to get you worried." Maraya hurriedly left the office for the two men to continue with their dialogue."It was one of the reasons I assigned bodyguards to you and you have to go about your business with them for your good. In time you'll get used to having them around."Patting his shoulder with a warm smile, Kelvin walked through the half-open door l
Zachary flushed in embarrassment. He turned his face away to prevent Maraya from seeing the red color burning on his cheek. He could not get himself to look at Maraya because of that. This was one of the most awkward moments of his life as he never saw that question coming. Did she just say that to him after feigning unconcerned?"Well… Uhmm." Zachary was lost for the right words to explain himself with. "Actually, it's not what you think." Zachary defended himself and Maraya threw him a glaring face."What do you think that I think?" Maraya was not backing down which made Zachary feel uneasy. He adjusted in his seat and tried to loosen his tie which he assumed was the cause of his discomfort. Zachary scratched the back of his head with the left hand and drew invisible traces of lines on the table with the other hand. Was he blushing because of Maraya's question or because he was indeed in love with Mirabel?Opening his mouth to say something, Zachary was interrupted by the waiter st
The puzzled men stared at themselves with furrowed brows and mouths agape, throwing each other a questioning look. What just happened? Was this some sort of prank?Zachary was the most confused among the men. Was the lady a friend or a foe? If she was a foe, it certainly meant that trouble was brewing. Zachary's thoughts wandered around as he thought of who the spy could be. Was Duncan up to something again? Certainly not. He has been severely dealt with and can't even lift a finger.Well, his grandfather was right. More than anything else, he needed the bodyguards' protection. Zachary hated to admit that. His little freedom would be limited. Zachary threw a glance at Stone and he made a hand gesture while signifying that he was also confused.If the bodyguards weren't caught unaware, they would have chased down the intruder and found out what her mission was snooping around. Zachary did not utter a word, he just went back to his car and they drove in with his bodyguards following
"Can someone tell me what the hell this man is doing here?" Zachary yelled, drawing the attention of everyone present. The bodyguards looked at themselves. The we're so lost.Since they had just been sent over by their agency on Kelvin's demand, they had no idea what was going on. Carlos Paddington stood from his seat and strode towards Zachary. Nathan followed behind. "Mr Carlos Paddington. Please leave my house. I have nothing to discuss with you nor do I have any business with you. What exactly do you want from me." Zachary questioned the man."Your forgiveness." He answered.Zachary was speechless.Flicking his fingers, he turned to the bodyguards and said. "See him out of the villa. If he refuses, you know what to do then.""Yes, young master." They replied and started towards the man. As they were about to get him to leave, a voice stopped them."wait." Nathan's voice came through and they halted. With their eyes, they sought the opinion of Zachary and he nodded to them. Since
Zachary came in for work in a very bad mood. It was now like a reoccurring incident that each time he bumped into his so-called father, a bad mood followed afterward. The last time his father showed himself to him, he had a very rough night and ended up getting kidnapped after his father's presence stirred up old memories. He had decided to visit his mother's gravestone but could not achieve his aim because of a rascal. How could he dare show his pathetic face to him again? The worst was that Grandpa Nathan had already forgiven him. He was even pushing him to forgive and forget about the past heartbreaking incident. Gosh!How could Grandpa Nathan easily let go after all he went through? How could he just forget about it just like that? Well, Grandpa Nathan and himself were two different people. He could not easily let go just like his grandfather. Since he came in for work very early, he decided to actualize what he had failed to do the other time.Taking up his phone, Zachary dialed