Ben stops the car at the entrance of a boutique. Austin turns to the building, surprised and turns to Vincent behind him. "What are we doing here?" Austin inquires. "It's time for your own shopping." Vincent says opening the back door and walking out. Austin takes off the seat belt and opens the door, coming out of the car. Vincent closes the door and so does Austin before Ben drives away. "I don't understand, Vincent. Why have we come to this boutique?" Austin asks. "You're going to attend the business conference as well. I want you to be there." Vincent replies. "You know I can't do that. I could be exposed." Austin cautions. "You don't have to introduce yourself. You can just watch and listen to what is happening."Austin pauses, stares Vincent for a moment. "Why are you doing this, Vincent?" Austin asks calmly, "I don't have a single friend who is doing all this for me."Vincent smiles. "If there's something you want to get out of me, now is a good time to ask for it. I c
Austin arrives home with a shopping bag. He goes to his bedroom and drops the bag on the bed, carefully taking out the folded suits and pair of white shoes. He goes to his wardrobe and takes out a hanger. He wears the red trousers, white shirt and red suit on the hanger then hangs it back in the wardrobe.Ding! A message notification pops on Austin's phone.Austin takes out his phone from his pocket and sees the message is from Vincent. He opens the message and sees it's a picture of an invitation card to a business conference.When you get to the venue, show them this picture and you will be allowed inside.Austin replies.Sure. Thank you.Austin is about to drop his phone on the bed before it rings. He looks at the screen and sees Ramsey calling. He answers it."Hey Ramsey, good morning." Austin greets."Austin, how are you doing?" Ramsey asks, glad to hear Austin's voice, "It's been a while since we last talked or saw each other.""I know. I'm fine, Ramsey. I have just been really
Luther knocks on Ariel's office door before swinging it open. He walks in and closes the door behind him. He sees Ariel staring at her laptop on the table, looking distant."Ariel?" Luther calls out softly but Ariel does not reply to him.He approaches Ariel, "Ariel, are you okay?"Ariel yelps a little, "I'm sorry. I didn't know you are here.""Is something wrong? Are you okay?" Luther asks, worried."I'm fine. I'm just stressed out." Ariel mutters."I saw someone coming out of your office. I don't think he is one of your business partners.""Yeah, he is Simmons. The private investigator looking for Alex.""He must have been here to take his remaining balance.""Yeah... He also told me something very weird."Luther squints his eyes, "What did he say?" He tries his best to remain calm."Simmons told me that Alex was murdered and the suicide was used as a cover-up."Luther takes a deep breath, "Why did he say such a thing?""I don't know but it's all nonsense. I don't believe him one bi
The night sky is illuminated by the twinkling stars and lights from buildings and vehicles. Rose ties up her black hair with a hairpin. She is dressed in a well fitted red dress reaching all the way to her feet. Rose traces her hands down her gown, exposing a bit of her cleavage.Earlier today, in the afternoon, her father had given her an invitation card to the Jubilee conference. Rose was shocked at first because esteemed guests and very influential people were known to attend the business conference. Rose did not see herself capable of attending such an influential business conference but her father remained optimistic, believing and trusting that she would handle everything well.Now Rose is ready to prove her capabilities to her father and company in the Jubilee conference. She picks up a white handbag on the table and tucks her mobile phone inside before exiting the bedroom. She heads downstairs into the living room and sees her father watching news on the television.Rose's fat
Rose and Christian step inside the conference hall. The conference hall exudes an air of elegance and sophistication with plush rugs on the floor. Rows of chairs face the stage equipped with projector and other visual technology. Ambient lighting illuminates the space in a warm glow.A server approaches them with a tray of glasses of drinks. Rose takes one and so does Christian."You don't have to follow me everywhere." Rose mutters. Then she walks away, having a sip of the drink.Rose sits down. She takes out her phone and sends a message to her father.We just got here.Gabriel replies, Good. Is Christian with you?Rose looks up to Christian's direction and sees him walking over to take a seat.Yes. He is seated with me.Fine. Enjoy the night."Can I sit beside you?" A familiar voice asks.Rose looks up and sees Mikel. Rose gasps softly. She remembers that he was her failed blind date that wanted her body and nothing more. Mikel smirks, "Guess who it is."Rose tucks her phone back
Austin sees Luther smirking at him at the entrance of the building. Austin exhales softly and walks past him but Luther obstructs his way."What do you want, Luther?" Austin asks."What are you doing here? Someone like you does not belong here.""I don't see how that is your business. If you would please excuse me." Austin walks past Luther but he is blocked again by Luther."So you're close with Mr. Vincent of the EED company." Luther says firmly.Austin pauses, shocked. But he is not really surprised how Luther could have gotten that information."I don't understand how you became close to him, Austin.""I don't have to tell you anything, Luther.""Does he know you're poor? Are you pretending to be rich to gain favor from Vincent?" Luther mocks."I'm not like you, Luther. I don't live a fake life.""It clearly shows you're living a fake life." Luther shrugs.Austin exhales sharply. He has had enough of Luther, "What is your problem, Luther? Are we going to stay here all night becaus
The ballroom hushes as the spotlight shifts to the stage. The host of the business conference dressed in corporate steps forward. "Good morning esteemed ladies and gentlemen. You're welcome to the Jubilee business conference." The host says professionally, "This is the 5th conference and we are growing bigger and better."Ariel and Luther are seated together at a round table. Ariel takes a sip of her drink. "That's Sandra Liu. She was number one in Stars' Women of the year." Ariel says, impressed. "Impressive." Luther nods. Ariel glances at her aide and sees Vincent watching the host still talking. She tabs Luther on the shoulder gently and gestures to Vincent. "See that man we saw with Austin in the boutique." Ariel says surprised, "I can't believe he is also here.""His name is Vincent." Luther says. He has to tell Ariel or she is going to find out one way or another. "Vincent? Do you know the name of his company?" Ariel asks. "He's the president of EED company." Luther says
Austin blinks in surprise, "You saw Luther talking with Vincent?""Yes, I'm sure.""Did you hear what they were talking about?" Austin asks."I didn't hear them because I was far away but Vincent looked angry when Luther was talking to him." Ramsey."Ramsey, I believe Luther is involved in this somehow.""What do you mean?""Luther kept me from attending the Jubilee business conference so that he could have a way to talk with Vincent. I believe he made me look bad to Vincent.""You really think so?""The way Vincent talked to me when he came to my house, it seemed like he was deceived by someone." Austin conveys."Luther just does not know how to not be involved in someone else's life." Ramsey says, his voice etched in anger."Luther is going to pay for this." Austin warns, "I have been too lenient on him. He needs to be taught a lesson.""What are you going to do?" Ramsey asks deviously."Oh, don't worry. I know what to do." Austin smirks.********************************************