11 – DEREK’S ULTIMATE CHALLENGE

Melissa watched, awe struck as Alex climbed the stage amidst thunderous applause from all the other guests.

“It’s not possible.” She whispered to herself. “How can this be possible?”

“What is that pauper doing up there?” Her mother asked, clearly aghast.

“Let’s all calm down. Maybe Alex got a job as the leader’s bodyguard. I’m sure this is all a misunderstanding.” Derek chirped in.

Alex, on the other hand, climbed the stage with all smiles, trying to hide the nervous drumming of his heart. He’d never stood before such a vast crowd before.

Matthew was not done showering accolades.

“I am sure most of you are shocked to see this young man here and I would love to clear up whatever misunderstanding that lingers in your mind.”

He walked forward and bowed before Alex. Melissa and her family were gasping in horror by now.

“Everyone, if you’re truly a member of the Conglomerate, you’d know that our leader, Alexander, was a great man during his lifetime. His reign was smooth and beneficial t
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