Chapter 23

'Hello.' Jake spoke into his phone as he climbed the stairs.

'Hello Jake, it's Damian, Mr Dominic's lawyer. We met the other day at his office.' The caller spoke.

'Yes. What can I do for you?' Jake responded.

'We didn't get to finish with the transfer of the shares the other day. I'll need you to sign some documents to finalize everything. I'm calling to know when you'd be free so we can meet.' The lawyer spoke briskly.

'I haven't made up my mind about it.' Jake responded.

'I thought all the parties involved were well aware of the final agreement...'

'This party will get back to you on it.' Jake said with irritation in his voice.

The lawyer was smart to take the cue.

'This is my number. Call me when you've reached a final decision.' Damian said curtly and the line went dead.

Jake had reached the landing and stood on the balcony, his view focused on the large expanse of land before him covered with flowers. But his mind was elsewhere.

He was thinking hard. Mr Dominic was cornering him