“You mean Vincent?” “Exactly Dad, that guy”“I thought he already had someone else”“No dad, they’re just friends”“I see…..So you're only willing to prolong your stay only because of him”The relaxed look on Jessica’s face vanished and replaced itself with a look of surprise before she replied sarcastically “Dad…You've started twisting my words, that’s not what I meant” “By the way dad, do you perhaps have his contact?”“Of course Jessie, how’d you think I invited him to the party? Through telepathy?”“No, actually, I thought you summoned him through a mirror” Jessica rolled her eyes playfully, knowing that her father was just being sarcastic as always.Jane was in no mood to talk that night so she freshened up and went straight to bed that night.The next day, she finally decided to open up to her mother during lunch time.She narrated what happened the entire day, right from when the graduation ceremony, down to the incident at Mr. Issac’s residence.She told her mother about Jes
The drive to the car dealership was not a very short one as they seemed to have journeyed for quite a while.On the way there, Vincent asked that they make a stop at an eatery.When Samuel came across the next eatery, he alerted Vincent and made a stop beside it.Vincent walked out of the car to get something to eat since he didn’t finish his breakfast out of excitement that morning.As he got closer to the entrance of the eatery, he turned back to realise that Samuel was not behind him.Noticing this, he walked back to the car and knocked on the front passenger-seat window.Samuel rolled down the window for him “Aren't you coming with me?”“Don’t worry sir, im fine”“Don’t be ridiculous, I insist”“Fine sir” Samuel gave a sigh of defeat, finally giving up on his strong headed refusal as he got out of the car and followed Vincent into the eatery.They went into the restaurant and ordered some takeaway meals and drinks which they carried into the car.They continued their journey and n
The manager checked his phone to see the notification as a smile plastered his lips.“Nice doing business with you Mr. Vincenzo, I have received the alert”“What!” Elizabeth was completely confused as she didn’t realise when she accidentally said that out loud.Vincent ordered that the car be driven to his place that very day and gave the Manager the address of his residence.Everyone dispersed leaving Elizabeth alone in utter disbelief as cold shock waves ran through her body.Samuel and Vincent walked out of the car dealership and drove back home while the manager walked away as he called two of his boys to attend to the delivery.Elizabet was still there trying very hard to understand what had just transpired.“Was it all real?”“Was he actually real now”“Or was he just pretending when in reality, the tall blonde guy was behind all the wealth that Vincncent claimed to have acquired?”These thoughts ran through her mind as she couldn't place a finger on one thing.To clear these do
It didn’t take long before Elizabeth arrived at a giant mansion that was coloured in white and grey, along with a tag and a number by the side.“THE VINCENZO RESIDENCE” The black tag was attached to the wall spelt boldly in gold letters.Struck by amazement, Elizabeth couldn’t believe that Vincent lived there now.Her mind was still filled with so many doubts but she was somewhat convinced when she noticed the red sports car that he came to purchase earlier.Seeing that, she was certain that she wasn’t at the wrong house.She knocked on the gate for a while before someone finally came to answer her.“Good Afternoon Miss” The chef said with a smile.When Vincent got the call from the residence security office earlier, he ordered his chef to attend to his incoming visitor and to also inform her that he wasn’t around while he stayed upstairs in his room.He put his plans for Elizabeth on hold because a sudden matter arose.It didn’t take Vincent a very long time to notice what was going
Their night had already come to an end as Jessica couldn’t stand the evening any longer.Everything felt so tacky to her, the restaurant, the car and even the water she drank there.She couldn’t believe all that Vincent told her at dinner.All the air in her lungs suddenly stopped flowing as she immediately started coughing.“What’s wrong” Vincent immediately stood up and ran to her side of the table to offer her some water which she refused.“I’m fine”“Just take me home” She said as she got up from her chair and hurriedly walked out of the restaurant, leaving him alone at the table.Vincent ran out to the parking lot, trailing behind Jessica.“Are yo….Vincent I’m fine”“I don’t feel too good, please just take him home”“If you say so then”Before Vincent could open the door for her to enter the car, she quickly helped herself to it.Vincent retreated and went to the other side of the car, getting in as he drove off.Their drive was a very quiet one as they both had nothing to say to
He stared at the ceiling of his room as he lay on his bed, using both his hands to support his head facing forward, his phone still in his hands.He was in that exact position before he dozed off right after the heart wrenching call he had just received.Laced with immense lack of zeal and an absence of motivation to leave the house that very day, Vincent reluctantly pulled himself out of bed knowing fully well that his schedule had already been fixed.He got up to change his clothes.That was the day he sat aside specifically to review the activities of his consortium.He was going to check out various branches of his consortium and inspect their activities himself.He had people already doing that for him, giving him reports and new developments concerning the various branches, but once in a while he wanted to see things for himself.He walked sluggishly into his closet, picked out a black suit with a pair of shoes that matched perfectly and called Samuel to get one of the best cars
The main hall of the cruise ship was a very huge opening, probably the largest on the ship.The grand polished space, adorned with marble floors of shiny surfaces and majestic lighting which created a sense of grandeur.Surrounded by a plush carpet drawn right from the centre of the hall where a magnificent staircase leads to the centre of the hall.Complemented by artworks of luxury aesthetics, the omnibus windows of the hall gave out beautiful views of the sea.It had comfortable sitting areas that contained plush couches and fashionable chairs.Everyone had their head hung in the air the instant they left their cabins and stepped into the insanely tall room that evening.Their minds, full of both wonder and amusement as they walked in while looking around.Some people took their seats while others moved around, socialising.There was plenty to eat and drink with towers of food on all tables and waiters walking around and serving drinks to the guests.The large echoey hall was fille
Vincent replied to her with a straight face, with both hands behind his back. Seeing this, Jessica realised that he still hasn't gotten over the way she acted the other day.“What’s wrong? Are you mad at me?” She asked, pretending not to know what she did.“No Jessica, why would I be mad at you?” He replied, maintaining the look on his straight face.“Come on Vin, it’s not like that”“You see….Something came up and I was in a very bad mood that day”“I didn’t mean all that, you know I still love y….Enough! Vincent interrupted her before she could end her sentence.“Look Vincent” She said as she slowly took his arm and looked straight into his eyes.“Do you mind if we talk about this over a drink….or two?”“I do not wish to drink with…..We both owe each other explanations” Her convincing voice left him no other choice but to agree.He wanted to know what stupid excuse she had already cooked up to serve him.She led him to the lounge and walked over to the bartender to get drinks for