JAX My eyes drifted to the watch strapped on my arm. It was time for my shift.The starry night sky had come out in it's full glory."Man it's time for my shift" I sighed, standing up.Michael nodded and stood with me."Find your father so you can stop all these menial jobs you do bro" Michael whispered before walking away towards the exit. He was saying the truth. I have a rich father out there and I'm here working multiple shifts just to put food on the table.I serve people for a living while my father is somewhere enjoying all the good things life has to offer. I hissed, my irritation written all over my face as I walked towards the bar counter. Customers poured in as usual but I was thoroughly absent minded. I didn't even greet or say a word to them. I only took down their orders and served them. My mind was in disarray. My thoughts ran wild as I sought to find answers on how I'll find back my father or atleast run into that private investigator. He was literally my onl
JAXIt was a bright beautiful day, the sun lit it's radiants of light all over the place. Waking up every morning to see myself at my king sized luxurious bed was a reason to live longer. I loved the enormous wealth, the power and respect that came along with it was soul lifting. At the snap of my finger a fleet of men would run up to me and be willing to grant every request of mine. Wealth was like a remote which I could use to control how people treat me. All I wished for, came to pass and I will make sure I get the best of it. My father has officially named me the heir of LS corporations and this morning a meeting has been organized to finalize an investment deal with young well to do investors who were willing to invest in LS corporation for a specific agreed time.My secretary walked slightly behind me and so as my bodyguards. A step into the meeting room and all eyes veered towards my direction. Weighing my complete outfit, I was dressed in black designed Italian tuxedo and
JANIS I sat on the broad king sized sofa with my mum sitting next to me as we tittered together. I needed some rest and also something entertaining to find doing. Jerome was fast asleep right now and I was more than relieved. The boy was just a handful of work. I barely went out any more. I seldomly had time to actually go out and just have a good time with my friends.Eyebags coated my optics and my bones ached from the lack of sleep I had been getting as a result of Jerome. He was two years now and his energy increased everyday. He was too agile and playful, always giving me a hell lot of work but still I couldn't help but admire my baby boy. I badly wished his father was by his side. It hurts my heart everytime I think of the fact that the uber driver was denied access to his son all because of our financial difference. I couldn't bring myself to tell Stravis or anyone the truth about the real identity of Jerome's father. He wasn't the type of man I would normally sle
JANIS' POVI stood transfixed on the spot, my mouth at agape as I stared at the last person I never thought I would ever see again in my life.The Uber driver looked so stinking rich! And did I mention that he looked so fucking hot!Holy shit.My breathing was stumped and I immediately lost my voice. I was stunned,bewildered, robbed off my speech, amazed...any word or phrase to describe how shocked I was right now.."Uhm..Mr..uhm" I could barely even complete my sentence. I was stuttering and speaking gibberish.What the fuck is wrong with me?!I had totally planned out what I'll say to the uber driver if I ever did meet him again.I planned on apologising for Stravis' behaviour, explain to him how long I had searched for him all around the city and how I'm eager for him to meet his son, Jerome.But now, no matter how much I tried, I couldn't even get the words to roll out of my mouth.It seemed I had forgotten how to speak English.I could only stutter gibberish and incomplete senten
JAX'S POVOne hour earlier I sauntered into the black limousine that was parked in waiting for me and my personal assistant who ambled behind me. I was lavishly dressed, claded in a white expensive tuxedo and a matching trouser. My hair was sleek, set to cascade down to the nape of my neck and not a single hair was out of place. Various rings hugged my fingers and an expensive chain hung around my neck. My expensive cologne glued on to me like a second skin, feeling the air with its heavenly scent wherever I went to. I really looked like a man of authority and just the thought got me smiling. "Good evening sir" the chauffeur greeted me as he pulled open the doors for I and my personal assistant.I passed him a nod and a smile which he acknowledged.I sat down in one of the leather seats, the air conditioning had its system reignited as the cool breeze settled on me, making me relaxed and comfortable. Although I wasn't exactly excited to attend this event, irregardless of t
JANIS' POV "Cut the charade Janis. We aren't on friendly terms and we've never been on friendly terms. Don't act like you care about me because you never did. I just came here so I can get to know the whereabouts of my son. Where is my son Janis?" Jax spat at me, his tone bitter and irked. I was confused. Time stood still in an instant for me and it seemed like the universe and all in it had come to a halt. What did Jax just say? Did I fucking hear him right?"Excuse me?" I asked with raised brows, my confusion written all over my face."You heard me right Miss Walter. I believe I didn't speak French or Latin. I came here for my son so cut the charade and give me my son! Where did you keep him?!" he snapped scowfully at me. I was dumbstruck, robbed off my speech and at lost for words. What the hell!Who the fuck does Jax thinks he is to just barge into my life and demand for our son like he isn't my son too!?He said it like as if I forcefully kept the child away from him. I wou
"Thank you so much Mr Benson" Stravis appreciated, her eyes glinting cheerfully. "Thank you too, we look forward to working with you Miss Stravis" Mr Benson gave a warm smile."We will come to a conclusion about the deal once it's approved, for now you can reach us on our mail" he added whilst handing over a business card to Stravis.Delightfully they shook hands and walked away,a victorious smile played on the lips of Stravis as she raised her head up and congratulated herself for a job well done.Securing a meeting and a partnership deal with Mr Benson was a huge step for the Walter corporation, this particular partnership deal will elevate the company and bring great value.In Stravis moment of self praises her eye stumbles upon a very familiar person, she strained her eyes to see this familiar figure clearly as the young man walked towards her. Recognition dawned on his facials as he got closer."Isn't this that poor man that came asking for his son years ago?" Stravis said to he
JANIS' POV The moment the screeching tires of our car came to a halt, I didn't even wait for a nano-second to pass by before lurching out through the doors of the car.I slammed the doors shut behind me causing Stravis to flinch as she was fixing up the loose buttons of her blazer."Sheesh Janis, the house isn't running away you know!?" I heard Stravis yell at me for my rough demeanour. I shut all her wordings out. The only thing I could hear right now was the heavy pounding of my heart in my rib cages.It felt like my heart could jump out of my body any minute. My tremor was at its summit and my breathing would frequently clog in my chest.I swiftly pushed open the huge doors of the mansion and dashed upstairs with my trepadised feet. Jax's words still echoed and resonated within the walls of my ears. He wanted to take Jerome away from me and he was damn serious.His entire physique and aura spoke of a deadly and threatening wealth. It was evident in him. He wasn't dressed as a
Sounds of plates and trays dropping at different tables filled the atmosphere of the busy restaurant, classy men and women ate mildly. The restaurant was quiet but also a little noisy.Janis and Jax continued to eat their lunch calmly, there was grave silence at the table although Jax could perceive that Janis had a thousand unspoken words. She had her eyes more stationed on Jax than the lunch in front of her. Her eyes kept examining him again and again, when she notices his eyes slowly boring into hers, she withdraws and throws her gaze down to her food.She was famished to see Jax all decked up in wealth, the question of how he became so big and rich continued to hurl up inside her. Janis couldn't help but admire him at every chance she gets. Jax on the other hand was still very focused on his lunch but he also caught her eyes fixed on him a few times. He could see through her self control, the self control that held her from asking the questions she had on the inside. Jax paused
JAXI was so excited to put all plans into action this month, every suggestion made was valuable. This business deal will definitely be in our favour.My secretary held up the briefcase and escorted me back to my office. "Make sure you submit the suggestions to email this evening, I need them. And get me a cup of coffee; Cappuccino" I said."Ok sir" my secretary uttered before leaving the office. Within few minutes he returned with a hot cup of coffee in a small plate.Cappuccino has always been my favourite type of coffee, I'm usually not picky with things but I'm definitely picky when it comes to coffee. I picked up my phone mindlessly and began to scroll through the net, not for any reason particularly. I just wanted to ease myself from all the stress.My subconscious quickly reminded me of my meeting with Janis and my son, everytime I sit alone I begin to remember those moments, for some reason that I can't explain. I also collected her number and promised to give her call, I co
JAXI couldn't stop my mind from drifting back to the moments I saw my son; Jerome. His smile was beaming and his giggles were soft.All features about him were perfect, he was as handsome as I pictured him to be. I'll be back for him someday but for now I just have to focus on my father's health.I lost mum but I can't loose him too, he just came into my life I can't let him leave after few years. We still have so much to do together. Last year my father; Leo was diagnosed for Diabetes, I was frightened and devasted to hear the doctor's reports about him, how on earth did he get diabetes? Ever since I saw the reports I promised to always stand by him and help him get through it. This wasn't how I pictured loosing my father the second time. It's way too sudden and unexpected.Asides Jerome, he is my only family right now and I'll do everything in my power to see that he is healthy again."Come in" the doctor obliged from behind the door of his office. I held my father by the hand and
JANISThe car tires ceased it's rational movement as the car halted to a stop inside the hospital's vicinity. My son's wellbeing is everything to me, his health is important to me therefore I must bring him to the hospital every month for a checkup.As Jerome's mother I must make sure that he is fit on all aspects of his life. I made a promise to be his mother and also his father, I said I wasn't going to let him lack anything and that includes stable health. Although his father is no longer a mysterious Uber driver, he is now a rich populous business tycoon who will stop at nothing to take his child away from me. I'll always stand by Jerome, guide him and protect him.Come to think of it, Jax's character has completely changed. Does money really change people?He was so calm and sweet when he was an Uber driver but ever since he gained so much wealth he has become very arrogant, rude and stubborn.I really hope Jax listens to mum and mellows down for the sake of Jerome. Things will
JAXI sat on my heavy duty office chair behind the huge brown mahogany table, reminiscing about my conversation with Janis last night. Even after so many years her eyes still sparkled and her orbs were beautifully structured.I couldn't hold back the thoughts of how beautiful Janis was. Her lips parted in such a very elegant manner as she opened them to speak. Little observations about Janis Walter clouded my mind as I sat in my office, this observations weren't initiated last night at the party so why now?Irrespective of the fact that she looked so stunning, I wasn't interested in all that at the party, my concerns were focused on my son. Getting custody for my son was my main agenda not reuniting with Janis.I was stern and strict to Janis particularly because i needed information about my son, the disrespect and degrading attitude of the Walters was another reason why I was so strict and rude to Janis at the party.After everything Janis and Stravis had done to me, been friendly t
JANIS' POV I straddled Jerome in my hands, planting kisses all over his face whilst he giggled and tittered repeatedly. I didn't know how long I had been in here with him but I was too scared to walk out of the room. I just want Jerome to be by my side at all times like this. I wanted to hold him in my hands and kiss him daily whilst assuring him of my protection and desire to keep him. I wanted Jerome to know how much I loved him. I can't let Jax have his way and separate me from my son. The fear of loosing Jerome to Jax was so terrifying that I could not even drop Jerome down for a nano-second . I was too mortified whenever I recounted Jax's threat. He wasn't bluffing and neither was he going to back down. I can't afford to loose this battle.Never. A rapid knock on the door startled me and had the hairs on my body standing. My breathing hitched in my throat and my heart skipped a beat. Could it be Jax.No..absolutely not. I waved the thought off. He wouldn't come
JANIS' POV The moment the screeching tires of our car came to a halt, I didn't even wait for a nano-second to pass by before lurching out through the doors of the car.I slammed the doors shut behind me causing Stravis to flinch as she was fixing up the loose buttons of her blazer."Sheesh Janis, the house isn't running away you know!?" I heard Stravis yell at me for my rough demeanour. I shut all her wordings out. The only thing I could hear right now was the heavy pounding of my heart in my rib cages.It felt like my heart could jump out of my body any minute. My tremor was at its summit and my breathing would frequently clog in my chest.I swiftly pushed open the huge doors of the mansion and dashed upstairs with my trepadised feet. Jax's words still echoed and resonated within the walls of my ears. He wanted to take Jerome away from me and he was damn serious.His entire physique and aura spoke of a deadly and threatening wealth. It was evident in him. He wasn't dressed as a
"Thank you so much Mr Benson" Stravis appreciated, her eyes glinting cheerfully. "Thank you too, we look forward to working with you Miss Stravis" Mr Benson gave a warm smile."We will come to a conclusion about the deal once it's approved, for now you can reach us on our mail" he added whilst handing over a business card to Stravis.Delightfully they shook hands and walked away,a victorious smile played on the lips of Stravis as she raised her head up and congratulated herself for a job well done.Securing a meeting and a partnership deal with Mr Benson was a huge step for the Walter corporation, this particular partnership deal will elevate the company and bring great value.In Stravis moment of self praises her eye stumbles upon a very familiar person, she strained her eyes to see this familiar figure clearly as the young man walked towards her. Recognition dawned on his facials as he got closer."Isn't this that poor man that came asking for his son years ago?" Stravis said to he
JANIS' POV "Cut the charade Janis. We aren't on friendly terms and we've never been on friendly terms. Don't act like you care about me because you never did. I just came here so I can get to know the whereabouts of my son. Where is my son Janis?" Jax spat at me, his tone bitter and irked. I was confused. Time stood still in an instant for me and it seemed like the universe and all in it had come to a halt. What did Jax just say? Did I fucking hear him right?"Excuse me?" I asked with raised brows, my confusion written all over my face."You heard me right Miss Walter. I believe I didn't speak French or Latin. I came here for my son so cut the charade and give me my son! Where did you keep him?!" he snapped scowfully at me. I was dumbstruck, robbed off my speech and at lost for words. What the hell!Who the fuck does Jax thinks he is to just barge into my life and demand for our son like he isn't my son too!?He said it like as if I forcefully kept the child away from him. I wou