Novels by Chika Iganga

MICHAEL’S POVI glanced at my watch, the silver Rolex gleaming in the fading light. “How long till the business meeting?” I asked as I reached for my cigarette pack.“An hour, sir.” Alex replied. I nodded, taking a long drag on my cigarette as I leaned against the car.Great, enough time to enjoy the cool evening breeze before listening to the ramblings of old men.Just as I was starting to relax, Alex spoke up again.“The Elite group also wants to meet up concerning the approval of that deal. They suggested meeting tonight as well.” I raised an eyebrow then turned to Alex, my eyes narrowing“So, you scheduled a meeting with them… tonight?” Alex nodded his expression neutral. “Yes sir”“Cancel it. I have another engagement.” What was he thinking? All day I've been in and out of meetings with different companies and groups nope, not tonight, I need to rest.“Your grandfather thinks it's better to finalize the deal tonight.” He paused“Think about it, they’ve been sending representat

A year ago……It was our Third month together, and I was spending the weekend at Leonard’s mansion. Everything felt like a dream. Leonard was the perfect man for me, or so I thought, He was charming, Intelligent and Hot, with a quick wit and a kind heart. He had swept me off my feet, and I had fallen deeply in love with him.My stepfather was against our relationship, feeling that everything was moving too quickly, But I didn’t care; he had no idea how deeply in love I was with Leonard. My stepfather had always been very protective of me, but I felt like he was being unfair.As I worked on a company project in Leonard’s study, he came up behind me and gently kissed my neck. “You should get some rest, you’ve been staring at that screen for two hours” he said, his voice low and soothing.I yawned half-asleep from all the typing. “This is a company project and I have to finish it today.” I replied feeling exhausted.Leonard smiled and took the laptop from me. “Don’t worry, you can go to

As I followed Kate, my stepfather’s secretary to my new office, My heart raced with excitement. I could not wait to share the good news with my best friend Lexi. This was going to be a whole new beginning, The perfect comeback to the business world.The long hallway seemed to stretch on forever, but finally she stopped in front of a door with a sleek, silver name plate bearing my name; ‘Nora Ellis’ She quietly closed the door and handed me a tablet.“Your step father wants you to represent him in a meeting with Adams Corporation”She said, My eyes widened as I took the tablet, I couldn’t believe it! One of the most reputable company in the whole city! No way “He has another business deal to make tomorrow so cannot make it” she explained her expression serious. “and your step brother, Ryan, one of the managing directors is out of the country, attending to some business matters at the moment and since you’re the closest person to family, You’ll be the one to finalize the deal with t

My stepfather’s cold eyes bore into mine, unmoved.“Give me another chance!” I pleaded, my voice cracking with desperation.“I know I failed before, but I’ve learnt from my mistakes.” I pleaded again, my words tumbling out in a rush. ”I’ve changed, I swear, give me another chance.”“Hmmm.” He leans back in his seat, His expression thoughtful. “I don’t doubt that you’re a changed person,” His voice measured “My priority is, and always will be, the company’s well-being.” he said with a serious look on his face. “I know, all I’m asking for is”…“Enough! I’ve heard you.” “you may leave now”. I rose, relief washing over me “I won’t let you down a second time,” I promised.As I turned to leave, his words halted me. “Your decisions nearly ruined the life of this company” He said as I made for the door, “If you take one wrong step, you’re out for real this time!” Reginald Owen wasn’t the one to mince words or make idle threats, I needed no interpreter to let me know that he was serious. I