Kate hesitated for a while. She leaned over the thick desk and thought for a moment. It was very obvious that she didn't want to accept the deal but couldn't help it. If only she had a choice, she would have told Richard, in disguise as Carson, to go to the nearest hell with his deal and would destroy both he and Sarah at once.
Kate looked up, face covered with total confusion and said in a voice that she couldn't believe was hers,
"What do you stand to gain from this?" She wasn't clear why anyone would spend such a huge resources without hoping to reap its returns.
"Nothing. I only want to make s
The cameras clicked continuously, immediately Kate stepped out of the hotel, producing a blinding light that made Kate's vision blurry and disordered sounds that could make one go deaf.The reporters had gotten wind of the information that she had come here today to join in the meeting of the shareholders so they had trailed her. Kate had been successfully avoiding every interview since the supposed death of Richard and was always very careful so as not to run into them but it seemed luck ran out of her today.Kate didn't know what to do now. She could neither go back into the hotel nor walk out through the thick crowd that had gathered.She thought for a while. She could only brace up and take their questions one by one so
The next day, Kate rang "Carson" up. She sounded very enthusiastic over the phone."About 10 members of the shareholders have agreed to sell their shares to you. They just left my office!" She announced happily."Oh, that's nice," Richard said.Kate couldn't contain her excitement."Can you come over to the office later in the day, let's grab some lunch and a couple of drinks together?" She happily invited him."You can't throw a p
"Go on," Richard commanded in a deep voice as he sat down on a couch."Sir, the CJ corporation and William group collaborated recently in a shady deal. According to my source, the deal was signed and sealed in abroad by the two parties," the caller paused."Continue," Richard impatiently urged him."They both plotted against you even though the chairman of the CJ corporation solely spearheaded its execution. Also, I found out that the William group specializes in producing firearms and that the company belongs to the son of late Prof. William, the late mi
Well, it wasn't like Sarah had anywhere to go even if she wanted to. Although Sarah dearly wanted to shop for groceries as there was none in the house, she didn't know how long they would be staying here so stocking the fridge up would be a total waste of money of which she had a serious allergy for. They had been ordering their food from a food delivery company.Sarah threw her phone on the bed and went into the bathroom to freshen up. After washing up, she quickly had her breakfast. Since she couldn't visit nor call Daisy or Frank to come over and keep her company, she resorted to watching the television.She kept changing the channels and didn't seem to have interest in any of the programs showing. She sighed deeply when she changed to a comic channel and saw the comic character stealing candies i
The sweet memories of the past swept across Sarah's heart as she stepped out of the car and into the large beautiful patio. Sarah knew that she missed the villa a lot but didn't realize that it was this much. Richard and her had stayed here long enough to create an unforgettable memory. There was no place like home, indeed.Elliot rushed forward to welcome Sarah. He helped her carry her things inside. Sarah stared at the familiar environment for a moment before walking inside. Kate had instructed that they do not allow Sarah into the villa whenever she came around and had planted someone among the guards to keep watch.Richard's bodyguards were strictly trained to obey only the orders that were directly from their boss or whoever he chose by himself and this was just one of the occasions where they w
"Sir, may I request that you provide us with any evidence to support the claim that you're the "supposed dead Mr. Wilson?"The first reporter courteously asked. He didn't want to provoke him as he feared that he might really be Mr. Wilson judging from his voice and charisma. He probably went for facial surgery after the accident and that was why his face was different.The first reporter was a worker in one of the most prominent media houses and had interviewed Richard before on business matters so he could tell that Carson's voice was the same as Mr. Wilson's.Mr. Carr flared up and said angrily&nb
Sarah heard the sound of a car entering into the compound and looked out through the transparent sliding door to see if Richard had returned. It wasn't Richard but Mrs. Harriet. She stood up at once to receive her mother in law. She hadn't seen Mrs. Harriet for a long time now so she was naturally very happy to see her. Mrs. Harriet rushed inside in long strides."Come here my daughter," she said when she entered the living room. Sarah walked to her and she hugged Sarah tightly."I knew you wouldn't disappoint me. I just knew that you wouldn't run away with another man when my supposed son's body hadn't been buried yet. Who would have thought that the man with you in those pictures is actually
The next morning, Sarah woke up very early. Since everything had returned to normal, she couldn't wait to resume work anymore. She had missed her new job so much and was exceptionally happy this morning as she cheerfully prepared for work. After taking her breakfast, she grabbed her bag and was about to dash out when Richard stopped her."I'll drop you," he said as he stood up too. Sarah frowned slightly and said,"Aren't you going to work too? You'll be late if you drop me before going. Don't worry about me, just go ahead, I'll take a cab," she said convincingly and was about to run out when Richard grabbed her hand. 
Two months later, Richard was in his study, flipping through his files absent-mindedly when Frank entered. Richard hadn't gone to his office since Sarah left. He looked up, pursing his lips. His sunken eyes had lost the energy and brightness in them before and he looked haggard too. "I learnt you haven't been eating nor sleeping well lately. You need to stay alive first if you hope to see Sarah again," said Frank. He had gone back to his apartment immediately after Sarah left. Sarah had called Lucy and quickly employed her to take special care of her friend before leaving the country.Richard didn't say anything. "It has been two months, man. You need to brace up and discuss with your wife," "I can't, Frank. Sarah avoided me throughout my three weeks stay in London. She wouldn't even let me talk to her. I have had several interviews with different media to exonerate myself but it seems she has deleted me from her memory and doesn't even listen to any news
Sarah didn't care if she died or lived. She beat the traffic lights and didn't step on the break until she got to the clubhouse. She took an elevator and in no distant time, she was standing at the passage that led to Richard's private room here. Sarah didn't know whether to enter or just stand there.She knew that this would break her completely if it happened to be true that Richard was here with a woman. She really hoped that Kim was lying. Richard's personal bodyguards approached Sarah. They had been standing there even when Sarah walked in but Sarah was just too emotional to notice them. Her eyes reddened and her lips trembled when she saw them. This was actually true! He even instructed his guards to wait outside while…" Sarah broke into tears again. Some minutes later, she wiped her tears away and was determined to see Richard himself before leaving. The guards tried to stop her but couldn't. They didn't know what their master was doing with another lady inside but they knew
Richard was in a meeting when his phone rang, he picked up the phone and saw the caller's ID. He ignored the call but the caller wouldn't stop calling so he blocked the line instantly.A few minutes after the meeting, his phone rang again. It was a new number so he picked the call and listened. "You don't have to block my lines, we're not enemies. I only wanted us to talk for the last time," Richard recognized the voice immediately. "There's nothing to talk about, Kimara. I'm a married man now, remember?" Richard said, his voice very cold. "If you continue to treat me like an enemy, I might as well kill myself. I can't lose my childhood friend simply because he's married. Don't you care about how I'll feel if you cut me off abruptly?" "You'll surely get a good man that will genuinely love you, Kimara," said Richard. "I know that, okay? All I ask is just to speak to my friend for the last time. I heard your wedding ceremony is coming up in
The next day, Sarah prepared to leave for work, this time, she wasn't in a hurry. She was the director of this company now and so, she wasn't answerable to any person except the chairman of the company who happened to be her husband too. Every other person receives orders from her now. Sarah first went to the first floor to see Frank. After making sure that he was well taken care of, she left the villa in her new Ferrari.She drove into the parking lot and parked her car. When she alighted from the car, she saw some customers who parked their cars in the same parking space as hers, staring at her, awestruck. Sarah wondered why they were all staring at her. She thought briefly and realized that her car was the latest model and more expensive than every other car parked there.Sarah pretended she didn't notice their obvious gaze and walked into the mall. Sarah would have gone to her office which was located on the same floor as the CEO'S, through the private elevator but decided to se
Sarah was a bit tired now so Richard supported her as they alighted from the car. What she initially thought to be a mere interview later turned out to be so fun. She was truly happy to see all the people that came to the office today. It was more like a social gathering of family and friends than ordinary refreshment.Mrs. Harriet and Kate were solidly behind her and gave Sarah their full support. This mattered to Sarah the most. Initially, she thought that they would not like the idea of Richard making her his director instead of choosing his only sibling, Kate and that this might cause a rift within their family. Now, she realized how wrong she was. They were not only happy that she was chosen but even came to give her their full support. She was just so lucky to be a member of this wonderful family. Sarah was all smiles as they headed inside. There was a huge object covered with a tarpaulin before them. Sarah looked up and saw this. Two bodyguards walked towards the object and c
There was a little surprising event after the media interviews. Sarah didn't know that Richard invited his family over including Carson and Daisy. She was surprised when she saw them enter the conference hall, their faces beaming with smiles. Sarah was too surprised for words. She just stared at them, not knowing what to say. Sarah looked at Richard who was standing beside her and saw him smiling.Everyone of them had a congratulatory package for her. They approached Sarah and gave her warm hugs one after the other then handed the presents to her. "Today is not yet my wedding day, why do you all have so many gifts?" Sarah uttered when she found her tongue. "Silly, must we get you presents only on your wedding day? It's good enough that you both have decided to act mature and make your marriage public. At least, I can proudly introduce you to all and sundry now," Mrs. Harriet said happily. Bella, Ava and some other female employees that were on morning shift were ca
Inside Richard's office, Sarah was sitting on a swivel chair while Richard sat opposite her. Sarah seldomly wore heels and usually felt uncomfortable whenever she did. So immediately they entered Richard's office, she kicked her heels away so her feet could feel the fresh air inside the room. Richard brought her feet to his thighs and gently massaged them. Sarah wanted to stop him but Richard wouldn't listen to her. "I have told you before, you don't have to wear this if you feel uncomfortable in them," Richard reminded her. Sarah pouted her lips and said, "How can a woman not wear heels from time to time? Every great woman that ever existed on this planet wore heels at least, throughout their youthful age and on occasions like this. I just have to wear them more often so I can get used to them," Richard stared at Sarah as if he had just seen an idiot and gave her a light knock on the head. Sarah grimaced, holding the spot and giving him a belligerent look.
An information was sent to the news media from the Wilson's public relations officer that Mr. Wilson was going to speak on his new stock, make a special announcement and also reveal the new director of his personal companies which comprised about 15 large malls, 8 hotels and so many other assets. The formal public statement would be made in two days' time. On D-Day, Sarah walked into the mall, hand in hand with Richard. She was dressed in a scarlet sleeveless short gown and a grey colored fluffy jacket then pencil black heels, her hair smoothly combed into a ponytail. Her face stood out like a painting, her eyes looking so bright and charming. Sarah looked completely stunning.The young polished man beside Sarah was a perfect description of a demigod. His face was extremely attractive, his lips so sexy and inviting. His deep sea blue eyes were a sight to behold. He was dressed in a well ironed grey suit with no single wrinkle on it, a white dress shirt inside then grey and striped ti
It had been a week now since Sarah was discharged from the hospital. She was much stronger now and could walk around. Sarah was 7 weeks and three days gone now. Since she came back from the hospital, she hadn't experienced the morning sickness again. Sarah was happily knitting a bobble hat in the garden, Richard sitting a few inches away from her and going through his laptop when Kate drove into the compound. Richard looked up and saw Kate, dressed in a white evening gown with a black handbag between her fingers as she made towards them. Sarah followed his line of sight and was surprised to see Kate. She didn't inform them that she was coming today. It was indeed a surprise visit. Sarah stood up immediately to receive her. "Look at you, you look so beautiful and healthy now, Sarah!" Kate exclaimed. She hadn't seen Sarah since she was discharged from the hospital. She only came back from Dubai two days ago. Although Sarah always told her that she was fine whenever she calle