The rain intensified as Ray and Jennifer drove down the quiet road, the silence between them drew, contradicting the fact that they just had a heart to heart moment a while back. Jennifer sat still, her eyes stealing glances at Ray as he drove. Their clothes already drenched from the downpour of the rain.Suddenly, her sneeze broke the awkward silence as Ray's eyes turned to her, concerned. "Are you ok?" He asked his voice filled with worry. Jennifer nodded but Ray reached his hand to the back seat, grabbing a small towel. "You should dry yourself up, you're already coming up with a cold."Jennifer took the towel and she used it gently to dry her damp hair. Ray's eyes watched her a bit before fixing his eyes back on the road. "There's a garment bag at the back seat, I have extra clothes in it. You should change.""I'm good, we'll be home soon anyway" Jennifer replied, but her response jinxed it immediately as the car had other plans. It stopped, refusing to start despite Ray's repeat
Damian stormed through the front door as he got home furious, his head dripped with blood from the car accident he had just survived. Ignoring his injuries, he stormed right up the stairs, bursting into his room. His eyes scanned every corner of the room, his anger boiled up more as he returned back downstairs. "Where's Bella?" He yelled, approaching the butler. "Where the hell is my wife?" The butler trembled a bit, "Sh-she hasn't returned back home sir. You are badly hurt, do I call the doctor?" Ray ignored his question and dismissed him as he grabbed his phone, trying to place a call.***The doorbell to room 307 rang as Bella stood still outside, her eyes covered with shades as she inspected her surrounding. The door was swung open by a fine young man, the same man from the club. "Babe!!" He exclaimed, surprised to see her come by at that time of the night."I've missed you" Bella replied immediately, her voice soft and sweetening with emotions as she quickly grabbed him by th
Jennifer's eyes fluttered open in the morning. As she slowly opened her eyes, her gaze fell on Ray who was asleep beside her. His eyes were closed and he seemed like he was sleeping peacefully, unlike last night.She admired him as he slept, lost in thoughts until his eyes suddenly flashed open. He appeared startled, having to wake up with her intense stare at him while asleep catching him off guard. Jennifer's eyes widened, embarrassed as she met his eyes, quickly pushed him out of the bed."What are you doing? How did you end up sleeping here?" she asked, pretending to be unaware. She scoffed. "Did you stay so you could sleep right next to me? What were you trying to do? Arghhh unbelievable.""You..." Ray spoke, about to retaliate before Richard call came in. He got up fully and reached out for his phone. "Speak.""I'm on my way to your location Sir" Richard reported. Ray's gaze moved to Jennifer immediately, "why don't you get ready, Richard would be here soon" he said, before walk
Two days had passed since after both brother's confrontation. Damian sat relaxed in his office working, before being interrupted by his Secetary. His secetary entered the office, bearing an envelope. "Your father has sent you an invitation Sir." He announced, handing out the invite. Damian stared at his secretary, confused as to what the invite entails, his gaze eventually fell on the invite as he opened it. His secetary continued, " it's an invitation to attend the Crystal Bank Anniversary gala, you know how your father and the bank's executives relationship is, they would appreciate the presence of the Thomas family as your father wouldn't be able to make it."Damian's expression remained uninterested as he placed the invite on the table and continued typing on his computer. "I'm not going." He replied firmly. His secetary took a step closer, wanting to inform his boss something discreetly. "Sir, you know this event is quite different. Ignoring the fact that the event will host d
Noticing Ray and Jennifer's arrival at his event, Mr Horrace, the CEO of Crystal waved, drawing their presence. As they got closer, he greeted them with a warm smile. "Welcome Mr Ray Thomas, so glad you could make it." Ray gaze turned to his guest, noticing his brother and his wife. His gaze returned back to Mr Horrace, with a smile as they shook hands and he introduced his wife. Meanwhile, Bella's eyes darted to Jennifer, whose eyes seemed to bore on her dress. "I didn't think you both would make it, I mean, you guys arrived pretty late." She said, her voice filled with sincerity which sounded almost fake. Jennifer forced a smile on her face, ignoring Bella's little talk. Meanwhile Bella eyes was fixed on Jennifer as her eyes seemed to linger over the dress Bella wore. "Jennifer!!! Do you like my dress?" Bella asked, with a malicious smile on her face. Jennifer smiled, " ohhh yes, it's lovely. I mean, it looks exactly like the dress I had picked out for myself earlier you know?"
As they exited the auction room, Jennifer steps became slow, she couldn't help but feel a sense of unease, she was lost in thoughts. Her heart skipped more than usual, was he playing with her? Just as Ray was done speaking to other guest that had approached him, his gaze returned to Jennifer. His eyes lingered on the necklace as it sparkled around her neck, his eyes filled with sincere admiration. " It looks good on you, more like it was made specifically to adorn your neck." He said his voice low and soothing. Jennifer's eyes widened with surprise, her fingers raised as she traced the necklace. "Is it really mine?" She asked, her eyes raised with suspicion that his answer was going to change. Ray nodded, his eyes locked with hers. Jennifer had alot of questions, like why he would get her a diamond necklace worth twenty five million dains and the whole little Confession he gave in the auction room. Her lips parted in order to ask another question, but before she could, Ray held h
Kimmie Robert is Damian and Ray's childhood friend, they had grown up living close to each other in the same estate. Kimmie could be considered more as family as she spent most of her childhood, living together with the Thomas. They had known each other for the past Eighteen years as their dad's were both friends. Her father owned the largest and top broadcast station in the Country and she was the only daughter, although, her parents were separated. She had been abroad for the past 3 years doing her masters and engaging in practice.As Kimmie rushed down the stairs, her eyes locked with Ray as she threw her arms on him, embraced with a tight hug. "Ohhh my goodness, I missed you." She exclaimed, her voice all bubbly and excited. Ray's expression softened as he hugged her back. Damian noticed the butlers carrying his painting instructed the butler's to place it in his father's room. Kimmie pulled back as her attention shifted, her gaze moved to Damian who wasn't really that much deli
Kimmie sat in the middle between the Thomas Brothers. Being friends with both brothers that didn't get along was always a hassle from the very beginning. As they sat still, Damian poured himself a glass of liquor, kimmie's eyes sparked with amusement. "You both still don't get along huh?" She teased as she chuckled softly. Damian's expression stiffened as he immediately changed the subject. "Wait , wait, hold on. Forget all about that. Firstly why are you back in the Country, didn't you say you planned your future in a land where no one knew your identity?" Kimmie let out a warm smile, her eyes searching theirs as she could sense their curiosity. "Well, your father offered my job with his legal team at Thomas Groups." She announced confidently. Both brothers locked eyes immediately Kimmie dropped the bombshell, their faces reflected their shock, they both had the same question in their head, was it concerning the quest for ownership of Thomas Groups?Just then, Ray asked curiously
Paul and Grace stood admist the guest as they observed Ray and Jennifer from a distance. Grace's eyes rested on them with interest as Ray applied Jennifer first aid over a minor cut. "Hmm, so that's the same girl...not only did she receive favors in father's hands, she's also fortunate to be part of the Thomas family." She said, her voice filled with curiosity and a hint of surprise on her face. Paul's expression changed as his mind became calculative trying to process their current predicament. "The tables have turned." He said, his voice low and thoughtful. "With Alexander's speech, everything has changed. Everything!" Grace gaze immediately snapped back at Paul. "It better not!" She said in a fierce tone. "Get your son inlaw in that position by all means, this is no longer about you and your daughter, alot is on the line now." "Gracee!!" Alexander called out after he noticed her from a distance, he approached them. Grace's face broke into a warm smile as she saw him. "Alexander
Jennifer and Erica stood in between the sleek modern cocktail table as they sipped their wine, engaged in a hush conversation. Erica's eyes sparkled with curiosity as she said. "So that's how you got yourself into this situation." Jennifer nodded, "it's supposed to be confidential, but I don't want to keep anything from you." Erica's eyes widened with surprise to her sister's revelation as she gently touched her sister's hand. "Thank you! If not for you I..." Her words is sudden hushed with Jennifer's finger on her lips. "It was my responsibility Erica, I wouldn't be able to move on with life if something had happened to you, not when I hadn't appreciated our bond all these years. You're my only family, I'd take every difficult path just to make sure you're fine and well." Jennifer replied, her hand cupping Erica's chin with adoration as Erica's stared at her love. They never bonded so well in the past, Jennifer was always about the being a devoted secetary meanwhile Erica was being
Bella observed both men discreetly as she eavesdroped on their conversation, she had planted a listening device on Damian during their dance. She noticed the man suspiciously handing a phone to Damian, "the furniture Sir, it's currently held by the custom officers. It hasn't landed in Danaria yet, if they investigate it, there will be trouble." The man revealed, panicking. The phone he had given Damian was the one Damian used for his illegal business, Moxi X trafficking. He collected the phone, he intended to place a few calls here and there to get the matter settled. The man nodded as he made his way out of the club leaving just Damian as he made the call.Soon after, Bella noticed Damian's return and swiftly switched off the earpiece, pouring herself and Damian a glass of champagne as she began to sip from her glass."Hey babe, why don't we finish up business, huhh!" He said sniffing his nose on her skin. Bella giggled as raised her glass of champagne for a toast, Damain picked up
(Three month back) The night club at Los Angeles is filled with energy, the crowd was in full party mode as they danced and laughed together on the crowded floor, it was a masked party. Damian who was on travels, sat in front of the bar desk sipping his drink as he awaited his special guest, Bella. He had seen her just few weeks ago at an event in Danaria but he wasn't able to speak to her, although he was able to get her manager to fill in a word for him and ever since then, they had been chatting online. They were finally going to meet, but not in his Country. The bartender offered him another liquor as Damian's eyes scanned the crowd, watching some hot girls who stood at various corners admist the crowd, staring at him with flirtatious eyes, he wasn't putting on a mask yet, his guest had to recognize him when she comes in. He was a fine handsome young man, he knew that, but he wanted to give his guest the best first impression tonight.Just as he took a sip of his drink, his at
The room abuzzed with anticipation and excitement as everyone gathered around, all eyes fixed on Alexander who stood confidently on the podium and spoke through the microphone. With a heartfelt gratitude he began his speech. "I'm thankful to everyone for our coming to celebrate the 30 years anniversary of Thomas Group of companies." He spoke, his words sincere. "The past few days have been difficult for my family and I, marked by the painful loss of my beloved wife." He paused for a minute to recollect his thoughts, his eyes filled with appreciation as he continued. "Still, I am thankful for growth, the name Thomas Groups is a big name spread across various countries. I'm also thankful to my Sons who has helped shape our company into what is it today." He trailed off a bit, overwhelmed with emotions as he let out a little chuckle. "You know, this company would never get to where it is without my Sons." The guest began to applaud and cheer Alexander on but it all dies down as he co
Damian walked towards Jennifer who stood in the middle of the hallroom, unoccupied. "Where's your husband? Did he leave you? It's too sudden, don't you think?" He asked, his voice filled with sarcasm and malice. Jennifer looked at him, her face filled with irritation and detest, she wasn't going to entertain his tantrums today, she turned to leave but is held back, gentle and firmly by Damian. "Calm down alright? You don't want us to create a scene in front of all these guest." He said as he let out a sly smirk with his firm grip on Jennifer's hand. "Everything is going to change this night Jennifer, it'll all belong to me soon and not long after that, I'll make sure to get you, either to warm my bed or suck my feet."Jennifer's eyes blazed with rage as she shared an intense gaze with Damian. "You disgust me." She spat back. Damian let out a little laughter, his hand caressed his jaw before his finally spoke. "Don't act like a Saint now Jennifer, those were your favorite hobbies don'
Few days had gone by and the grand hallroom was filled with excitement as the Thomas Group anniversary had commenced. The room was crowded, having the city's elites in attendance to mark the special occasion. The atmosphere was alive as the sweet melody of the live band drew few guests to the dance floor, the celebration had just began and the guests mingled and chatted with business like minds. Jennifer who had hesitated for a while to join the other's, finally came out. Alot had been going through her mind at this point, just few weeks ago, she had snuck into this hall disguised as a waiter, all seemed too fast and unbelievable as she was walking in now as one of the co-host of the event. She was married into this same family and is recognized as Ray's wife. As she came down the hall room stairs, her elegant red dress screamed attention as it fell down the stairs, she could feel all eyes gazing at her, but she didn't adore the whole attention. At this point, the floor should just
A faint knock came in at nearly 11pm that night. Frustrated and boiled up with anger, due to her sister's recent behavior, Erica wiped off her tears as she got up from the floor to get the door. She didn't want Jennifer seeing her in that state and trying to console her all over again with her failed promises. She was upset and was ready to unleash her frustration all over again. She flung the door open, ready to unleash her anger but instead is taken aback by her sister leaning on the shoulders of a young man. Quickly she closed the door behind her to wipe off her teary eyes properly, the knock came in again. Erica swung open the door once more, her gaze darted to the young handsome man holding her blabber mouth drunken sister in his stylish attire. His dark wavy hair was perfectly styled as a few strands dropped on his face, his biceps and broad shoulders were very revealing in his white shirt which was slightly undone.Her eyes flashed with annoyance as she looked at Jennifer, w
The Thomas family gathered around the dining table, all four present except Alexander who hasn't been available for a while now, still mourning his wife. The butlers and chefs rushed out with bowls and platters with their morning dishes all prepared on the table. Just as they were about to dig in, kimmie's appearance caught their attention as she came down the staircase in her casual yet elegant black suit, everyone's eyes were fixed on her as they couldn't help but stare. Jennifer and Bella exchanged confused glances unsure of what the occasion was."Goodmorning" Kimmie greeted, her voice stretched out in excitement as she got close to the dining. Her greeting is followed by an impressive response as she settled down and took a seat beside Ray at the other edge. Her gaze met his with a hint of smile on her lips.Meanwhile, Jennifer eyes narrowed as it flicked to Kimmie, she watched her from the corner of her eye, her expression not polite or inviting but filled with curiosity and an