Never had Joel felt so confused and lost in his life. The only time his felt this emotionally stressed was when his parents died. He couldn't put it past him that Anna might know something and she's decided to remain quiet.His grandfather was about to reveal something to him and the next minute, he's been told that he is dead. To Joel, it was very abnormal and suspicious. And then what makes it worse, is the reason the doctor gave as the cause of death. Joel and Anna weren't speaking at all. Anna has tried to make him understand that she knows nothing about his grandfather's death but Joel refuses to believe her. He comes back home late just to avoid her and prevent him from getting so angry. Two weeks later, on the day of the funeral, Joel promised to search for answers and bring his grandfather justice. After everyone had left the memorial pack, Doctor Lee Chen waited behind to speak to Joel. He pulled him away from the scores of people who had attended Carl Brown Winston's Buri
Joel joined Xavier as soon as he reached his company. "What are you doing here?" Joel barked. He wasn't in the mood to entertain any visitor yet. Xavier was the last person he wanted to see. "Ouch…I feel hurt. You shouldn't be yelling at me like that. I'm just a guest" Xavier had a mischievous grin across his face. "I only came to pay my respects, you know." Joel almost punched Xavier on his face but Albert, who was also with them, stopped him right on time. The two hefty men serving as Xavier's body guard stepped forward to protect their master. "You should have had the decency to come to face me after his funeral. You can't deceive me because I know what this visit is all about. You're here to laugh." "Ahhh…" Xavier's hand flew to cover his mouth, pretending to be shocked. "How did you know that? Actually, the Billionaire club will miss your father and his legacy. He was our rival. Sympathizing with you in a way that doesn't show our true feelings is only hypocritical.
This month was the worst month of Joel's life. He hasn't had a moment to breathe like a normal human should. From his grandfather's death to his marriage falling apart. Nothing was working well for him. Albert informed Joel of a visitor who had come to the estate to see him. "I don't feel like seeing anyone." Joel blurted, he picked his teacup and stir his coffee with a spoon. "By the way, whoever isn't booked to see me for today has no business with me." "This visitor isn't some visitor you can just send away." "Who is this? And why can't I send him away?" Joel asked impatiently. Albert shook his head gently, he moved close enough to Joel to explain. "He used to visit your grandfather when he was alive," he muttered. "There's this thing called the Brotherhood cult, the late master was a part of them." Joel suddenly felt his stomach churn. "You mean like the Billionaires club?" "Yes. It's sad your grandfather couldn't tell you more before he died." Joel couldn't
Joel didn't want to think too much about the Brotherhood cult or Billionaires Club. They were the least of his problems. His marriage was on fire and whoever killed his father I'd walk free. Suspecting his wife was already giving sleepless nights and banging headaches. He shook his head as a thought popped in his head. Something was going on behind the scenes. Why was everyone trying to take him under their wing?If he were to ever join the Billionaires club he was sure that the Brotherhood wouldn't seat silent. Joel dropped into the leather seat. He decided he would just tidy up his grandfather's desk and clear out anything that's unimportant. That's his best bet for keeping his mind from wandering to places he didn't want to go. He began by emptying the drawers on the left side of the desk. When he was done sorting the papers and separating the important files from the unimportant ones, he returned them back into the drawer.He turned to the right side and in the first drawer he
Anna picked up the file with trembling hands and her jaw immediately dropped. She couldn't raise her head to look him in the eye. The shame she felt tore through her like a knife. "Can't you speak? I'm waiting!" Joel's patience was fast running out. "I…I wanted to tell you, but I…didn't know how to…I'm sorry." Anna stuttered as she continued to look down at the secret she's hidden from Joel for five years. "You lied to me Anna. You told me you had no family as you had lost them when you were young." His nose flared and eyes flashed at her, completely losing his temper. "What part of your life is even real? You hid the fact that you're a Mafia's daughter all these years." Tears trickled down Anna's cheeks. "That was my past. I wanted to live a new life leaving all the terrible experiences behind. I and Harper had to run from home after our father died because a rival mafia gang was after us." "And you want me to believe all this? I love you Anna. I left my family just to s
Joel stormed through the doors of the Winston Estate, his mind reeling with shock and anger. The revelation that his wife, Anna, was the daughter of a Mexican mafia lord and had hidden her identity from him felt like a betrayal. He couldn't believe it. Not after what they have been through together. To him she was just a simple beautiful Mexican lady he fell in love with. His wife's sudden transition from a simple lady to a notorious mafia's daughter was making him lose his mind. He moved in the direction of the study. He couldn't believe the woman he loved and trusted could deceive him so deeply.As he entered his study, his secretary, Albert, approached him with a sad expression. "Sir, I'm afraid I have some terrible news."Joel's heart sank further. "What is it, Albert? I'm just getting back from seeing my wife and I'm not in a good mood right now. If you know that this isn't terrible-terrible , then give me some space."Albert bowed and boldly took a step forward. "The cl
"I suspect some bunch of bastards. It has to be them." Joel blurted,unable to keep himself calm. "But I need to be sure."The chief nodded. "We'll do everything we can to help you catch those responsible."Joel's expression turned cold. "I'll take care of it, Chief. You just focus on finding the evidence."As the chief left, Joel's mind raced with plans for how to get back at the Billionaires Club. He would not rest until he got even with them. He thought that it was because he had turned their offer down, perhaps that was why they had declared war with him. But for now, he had to deal with the problem at hand. He had to set up a meeting to address the problem. Although the company is one of the Winston Smaller businesses, the effect of the damage and the loss of millions of dollars will be felt in a way.He took a deep breath, steeling himself for what was to come. This was going to be a long and difficult road without his grandfather around to give him the needed advice. Joel's a
The news of Xavier's death was broadcasted throughout the city. The Billionaires Club vowed to make whoever is responsible for the death of one of their highest esteem members pay. Xavier's staff, still shaken by their boss' death, kept giving the same statement to the authorities whenever they were asked. Their words never changed. It was as if they were so sure that Joel was the one who killed Xavier. They kept on mentioning the intense fight between Joel and Xavier just the day before, and this made the rumors spread like wildfire. Everyone was falling for the wrong narrative. "Mr Joel had threatened to kill Mr. Xavier multiple times," a short lady with large eyeballs and a million freckles on her cheeks said. "They were involved in a heated argument yesterday, and we're surprised it ended like this. We thought he was only saying those things to our boss as a warning." Joel stared at the television wide eyed. He couldn't believe something he said out of anger was what was us