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SOFIA Dear New York…I've been here for a while now, I even lost count of the days I've spent here and the reality of my impulsive decision to move here without a plan began to sink in.Yes, Sofia, you made an impulsive decision. I mean, how are you here when you don't have a plan to survive? Ugh.The initial excitement and thrill of starting a new chapter in my life had faded like smoke, it was now replaced by a sense of uncertainty and worry. Graduating from college had been a significant milestone in my life, but it also meant that I was now faced with the daunting task of finding a job and establishing myself in this bustling city.I glanced at the stack of bills on my desk, realising that my savings were dwindling rapidly. I have only eaten restaurant junk food since I came here and that took away almost all my money. Panic started to creep in as I wondered how I would sustain myself without a steady income. The thought of having to rely on nobody for financial support made me f
Chasing Sofia Chapter 23
SOFIAI was so tired. Scanning through the web for jobs and getting my resume updated was tiring.But then, was I supposed to be working my ass out when I had a lot that could be enough for my lifetime? No, I shouldn't but then…I couldn't help but reflect on the immense privilege that had been bestowed upon me. It was all too much, my parents had Olivia and I inind, because this was huge. They left us the trust fund, a safety net that could have easily allowed me to live a life of leisure and luxury. But that was never who I was, nor who they wanted me to become.To even start with, when I was young, I was never one to lay back and do nothing with my life or get attached to glittering things. From a young age, I had always possessed an innate drive and determination to make something of myself.But Olivia, on the other hand, seemed to be more concerned with materialistic things. She tossed it all away and hung on to things that glittered like it would give her all the happiness she d
Chasing Sofia Chapter 24
SOFIAWas I really ready to face my fears? My worst nightmare.I said I was, but could I stand the mere sight of that house again?I sighed loudly. I remembered that house, I remembered it like I was there right now. I didn't need to look into any documents or maps to know exactly where the house was. I knew the street by heart, I knew the way it looked like, I couldn't forget, never could I forget.It had been long since I last set foot in that place, yet the image remains etched in my memory as if it were yesterday. The image wasn't even ready to go, it was like an evil spirit that latched upon me and I repeat that I don't need to look at any document or photograph to recall the address; it was ingrained in my mind, a part of me.I remembered the house vividly, every detail preserved in my memory and now vividly bringing them before me even without the life image of the house in front of me. I could see the white fence that surrounded the front yard, its paint slightly chipped but s
Chasing Sofia Chapter 25
SOFIA Here we go.I was still scanning the environment. The once vibrant colour of paint now made the house look like a typical building for Halloween. I couldn't help but feel a wave of fear wash over me. The memories of the horrors that had happened all those years ago came rushing back, threatening to consume me and choke me to death.But Alex, true to his words, stood beside me, his presence providing a sense of reassurance. "You would be fine, Sofia.""What if I'm not?" I asked him."You will. My men and I haven't stepped in, we just removed the locks and all. You have to step in first and do the honours. It's been long and this house deserves your prayers."I nodded in agreement and looked at the door. I knew Alex wanted the best for me now, he wanted me to be the one to step inside and face whatever lay within; like the image of my dead parents on the floor.I took a deep breath, trying to steady my trembling hands and racing heart. The weight of responsibility settled heavily
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SOFIAAbout three more men came for the search and their presence seemed terrifying but with Alex's presence, I was at ease.I decided to watch them search, I didn't want to touch anything in this place again. The house itself brought back too many memories.I walked closer to the kitchen and leaned on the dusty mahogany desk, my eyes fixed on the security team that had spread out to search the house. The awoken memories of the past few hours had left me shaken and traumatised, and I found solace in observing the men who were there to protect me.As the security guys moved cautiously through the rooms, their eyes darting from corner to corner, I couldn't help but notice their occasional glances towards their employer, Alex. It was as if they were seeking reassurance that he was alright, that he hadn't been harmed in the chaos that had unfolded.Did they think I'd want to harm him?Alex, aware of their concern, raised his hand in a calming gesture and mouthed for them to continue with
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SOFIA"This..This isn't supposed to be here."I was blank for a few minutes. Perhaps I was mistaken. The men could have dragged it here. But no, I was leaning here all this while and they did not come close to me. Also, Alex told me he and his men didn't enter the house, they waited till I came.I stared at the desk in front of me, my eyes widened with a mix of surprise and confusion. I wasn't sure if I was right or not, but then, I tried to remember. I couldn't forget any memories made in this house. They came back, the memories, they came back as soon as I stepped foot in this house, the memories flooded my mind as I recalled where the desk used to be.I wasn't mistaken. The desk used to be in dad's sturdy room. I remembered, I remember the countless times my twin sister and I would play in that study desk, pretending to be important adults conducting business or her being a judge and me being the criminal.I couldn't forget the countless hours my twin sister and I spent playing in
Chasing Sofia Chapter 28
ALEXI pocket the envelope and was about to stand up when Sofia touched me. I looked at her and determination was written all over her face."We need to check what's there.""Sofia, we should give it to my men like I said." I told her, my voice filled with anticipation. "They are professionals trained to handle these situations. They can piece together all the clues and make sense of them."Sofia's face contorted with frustration as she shook her head vehemently. "No, Alex," she insisted firmly. "We can't afford to waste any more time waiting for them. I've been on this for a long time now. We need answers quickly, even if it means going through this envelope ourselves and finding a clue that might not be immediately useful, I don't care."I watched her as she talked, she seemed frustrated and impatience and her desire for closure. I also wanted to be done with this as soon as I can. I was starting to lose focus, I was starting to forget why and what meeting Sofia Griffin was all abou
Chasing Sofia Chapter 29
SOFIAI checked the address of the letter again, my eyes scanned the elegant handwriting that adorned the page. Although the handwriting was unfamiliar, in some ways it looked like something I was familiar with.Alex, sensing my intrigue, leaned over and asked, "What's in it?"I took a deep breath and read out the name of the person it was addressed to.A lot of people came to our house. Most especially dad's coworkers and his old friends. I clearly tried to relive those days, to remember the man who bears the name on the letter.My father was a lovely person, he would invite friends over and they would have late-night conversations over glasses of whiskey, laughter echoing through our home during festive gatherings, and the unwavering support they had provided each other throughout their professional endeavours.Alex's eyes gleamed with curiosity as he waited for me to share what I had discovered. With a sigh, I looked up at him and said, "It's a letter from my father to his business
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