Han finally pull into my father's garage after a long drive and I turn to Maureen.
" We are here " I said and she smiles tiredly.
We both get out from the car han following us.
I hit the doorbell and after some minutes my father wearing an apron opens the door.
He was so surprised but yet excited to see me, as he look pass me to Maureen and han he creases his face in confusion.
He however open the door wider to let us in.
I hug him tightly after stepping into the warm living room.
" I miss you so much " I said as I hug him.
He patted me on my back and releases his hold on me.
One thing I love about my dad, he always did what he has to and ask questions later.
He exchange greetings with both han and Maureen and offer them a seat.
He smile politely to them.
" You arrive at the right time, i was about to make dinner. I will surely make meal for all of us. " he said smiling . He excuse himself and walk towards the small hall leading to the kitchen.
" Come, let me show you the guest room " I said to Maureen and she stood up to follow me.
I lead the way to the my room and I am grateful it was very tidy.
I smile grateful, one of the advantages of having a great father who prefer to do the cleaning by himself and refuses a maid.
My pictures hung on every wall of the room.
" This is your room and not a guest room " Maureen said and I nodded.
" You're free to stay here for the time being. Before you concluded to go back home. " I said to her reassuringly.
" where will you sleep then ? " Maureen asked innocently.
I smile.
" I had to go back, I got a shooting Early tomorrow. " I replied her and she nodded.
" you can get yourself cleaned up. My clothes will fit you right because we are just as slim as a twin " I said and she laughs.
" thanks God you're a model Jillian because you won't do any good if you have been a professor " She said jokingly.
I stare at her for sometime before laughing happily.
" You know me ?" I asked her surprised.
She look at me as though I'm crazy.
" Of course, Who wouldn't know the super model of claw foot club ? " She replied and I smile once again.
I'm excited and surprised but I shouldn't have been.
I know I'm famous too but being recognized by one of the Mayor's family makes me proud.
" Make yourself comfortable. I will go in to the kitchen to explain things to my dad " I said and she smiles in response.
She's a beautiful lady. I stepped out leaving her alone to clean up.
I walk to the kitchen to meet my dad.
" You're thinner than the last time we met " he says as he saw me comes in.
" I'm not. " I said defensively
He stop what he was doing and look at me.
" what's going on baby ? " he asked.
I sighed deeply and lean against the counter.
" That's Maureen Mayor " I told him.
" I'm not blind. I Know who she is. " he replied looking at me waiting for an explanation.
" Dad it's about Zach wanting to kill Maureen " I said tiredly.
I don't have the strength to explain so I go straight to the point.
My father's Expression was the one of confusion.
" Zachary Mike ? " he asked confused.
" Yes, Zach and I had been seeing each other for sometime. He ask me out and we have been to lunch and dinner once. I visited him this evening wanting to surprise him with my acceptance of agreeing to be his woman but when I get there I saw him strangling Maureen " I narrated to my father whose face shows great surprise.
" He must have a lot of nerve for strangling Maureen Mayor. Isn't he scared of the aftermath of the outcome ?. Her brother won't let him alone if he has succeeded in killing her " my dad replied thoughtfully.
" but why's she here ? " He asked me.
" She doesn't want to go home now. I'm sure there's more to the story but all I want is for her to be safe and I'm sure she will be safe here " I replied tiredly.
My dad nodded thoughtfully.
He pull me into his embrace once again and I smile.
I have miss him a lot, I have anticipated on our meeting but meeting under this ugly circumstance isn't what I had wish for.
" The first aid kit please " I said as he releases me.
" For your chauffeur ? How did he get ...? " he asked but I interrupted.
" Zach and him get into a fight as Maureen and I fled his home. He saved us from him " I explained.
I saw my father sigh in relief.
" I wouldn't Know what I would have done if anything had happen to you " He said caressing my cheek.
I smile and nodded, of course he would have been devastated if anything happens to his only child.
He handed me the first aid kit and smile.
" Go ahead " He said and I received the kit from him and walk into the living room where han was sitting.
I sat beside him and open up the kit.
I turn to look at him but he bow his head.
I stare at him longer and for the first time I realized he was very handsome.
His brown brilliant eyes stare at me uneasily before he look away.
" I will help myself Miss Jillian " He said quietly.
I reach out to him and held his hand looking into his eyes.
" Thanks a lot for helping me out. " I said to him.
He nodded and look away.
" I will help you clean your wound. So don't stress me further by refusing my help " I said smiling tiredly.
My phone buzz from my bag and I stare at it in surprise.
I even remember to bring my bag from the car after a ugly
I brought out my cellphone and saw Larry's name on the screen.I wonder why he's calling, probably because I'm taking too long to return.
" Hi " I mumbled.
" Jilly where are you? Mr Zach is here waiting for you and only God knows why he's very determined to wait for you even if you return twenty years later " he said urgently.
" Waiting ? " I asked in surprise and han look at me as if getting the idea of what's going on.
" Yes, please come back home before he kill someone because he appears very mad " Larry says urgently.
I figured he has call me secretly.
" I'm on my way " I Said to Larry and hung up.
I look at han and he waited for me to say something.
" We have to go han " I said to him and he stood up immediately
Maureen walk into the living room wearing one of my comfy long dress.I smile up at her and she smile back." We have to go Maureen , i mean han and I " I said.She nodded in response. My father comes in a moment later announcing that the dinner will be ready in a moment." I can't wait for dinner dad, i had to go back. " i said to him.He regard me with sad face and i look away guilty." I had to go back, my manager just call that Zach's waiting for me. " i explained wishing that could ease his pain of seeing me leave sooner." More reason for you to stay Jillian. You can't go to that evil man , he must want to shut you up Because you caught him in his evil act. Don't you think it's dangerous to face him while he's still mad. " He replied helplessly.I smile at him reassuringly." I will be fine , I will be back sooner as I can. " I said giving him a hug." Be free with my dad. He isn't a bad person " I said to Maureen smiling.She gave me a hug and thank both me and han for our help
Jack's PovI couldn't sleep throughout last night, my thoughts were all about my sister and I wonder where she might be with her present state.I have informed my personal security guard, Logan to make a through search for my sister and I strictly warn him he will loose his job if he fail to give me a positive response soon.My wall clock says 8:32am and i was on bed.I couldn't help but worry about Maureen and her unborn child.I didn't make any move of getting out of bed as I await Logan's call.***Jillian's povDespite not having a good night rest I was forced to wake up early for my rehearsal.It's a Bright day and the weather is nice.Perfect day for driving I thought to myself as I get into the car.It is nearly noon and I haven't call my dad.I was on my way to yet another schedule. I brought out my cellphone and call my dad.He answered almost immediately." Hello baby " He said and I laugh.Calling me baby is sweet until I got a man of my own.I wonder how he will react if
Jillian's Pov Han pulled into my dad's house and i step out almost immediately and ran into the house panting han behind me. I dashed into my room and stopped at the entrance as i saw Maureen laying on bed What's going on " Dad, what's going on ? " I asked him , glancing at him and joan. He looks at me and smile. Doctor Joan stood up and walk towards me. " I will be on my way now, Please can i have a word with you jilly and you sir? " He asked as he walk towards the living room. I stare at my dad and we both follow joan.Han was at the living room standing beside the window. Joan turn to us and sighed. " Don't you know who she is? " He asked seriously. " She's Maureen mayor " i told him , gazing at him to tell me what's going on with her. He cleared his throat and said slowly. " She tried to abort her pregnancy " he announced. I stared at him blankly in great shock. " Which pregnancy ? " I asked joan to be Sure whether what i heard is right. I laugh slowly and hit
I stole a glance at jack as he focus on driving to the direction i told him. I have expected him to ask questions but he didn't which has surprise me.If he is very scared about loosing his sister and the baby he didn't show it. I cough slightly to gain his attention." Are you not eager to hear how i met her ? " I asked him as i stare ahead. " That would be later " He replied calmly and he remain silent. It was not a long drive and we finally arrived at the hospital. He quickly unbuckle his seat belt and was about to step out , I wanted to follow when he turn towards me. " No, you don't need to come " he said urgently that i stop getting up and gaze at him blankly. " Excuse me? " I said not sure if i heard him right. " Stay in the car " He order without Expression. " And why would i? You can't order me around just because you are a professional swimmer and a business tycoon... " " Don't make this anymore harder than it has to be " he half yell. I shudder as he turn to me
Jillian's PovI watch with teary eyes as Jack flopped heavily on the couch and buried his face in his hand.I sat down beside him but didn't say anything.I know it must be so hard for him when he realized he has unjustly judge his sister." But who could it be Jack ? " I asked him wearily.He turn to me with steady eyes and the happiness and humor from his face some minutes ago before we arrive has left his face." I will leave now, You should stay away from my sister and I. It is dangerous as you can see " he said and stood up.I stood up as well immediately." There's no way i can do that, i won't run away cowardly just because... " I started to say stubbornly but he cut me off ." Are you not even listening? " He asked angrily and i gulped." When did she arrive here ? " He asked me coolly." Yesterday night " i answered and i saw him laugh bitterly as though something occurs to him." I'm sure you do not know anything about the conflict between the Mikes and Mayors so just stay o
Han alighted from the car without saying any word as we arrive at the hospital. I followed him immediately not minding the risk of my sponsor knowing. I could hear people gasping as they saw me. " Isn't that jilly ? " I heard a young lady say. " She sure look very beautiful " another commented but i ignore them all and follow han towards Maureen's room. He flipped open the door urgently and he saw a doctor, or should i someone who poses as a doctor in the process of injecting Maureen. " Stop " He yell at the man who wore a lab coat and has his nose covered up. The man stop immediately and turn toward us. His eyes got wide open as he saw han. He revealed his face and i gasp in shock. " He is the one i saw " i said to han shakily as i stood behind him. The man walk toward han in surprise. " What are you doing here buddy ? " He asked. Han look at him squarely in response. " I should be the one asking when you become a doctor " he said smirking. " Huh.. oh you mean this ?
Han pull into Jack's house and i let out a gasp as i look up at the building.I alighted from my car and so did han.I watched as Jack carried his sister inside and Laura following him." He didn't invite us inside " i heard han says and i smile wanly." We have to go in nevertheless " i said and walk towards the house as han followed behind.He catch up with me and i smile.I think he is getting more comfortable with me.We walk inside and into the large living room which scream of wealth and tidiness.I suddenly feel clumsy as i took in the neatness of the room.Jack and Laura are not in sight and as i am very tired to stand i sat down tiredly on the couch and han did the same.I bet he is very tired as well and hungry.Wait a second !!! We haven't eaten anything today.I scoff slightly and turn to han who look lost as he stare blankly ahead.Before i could have the opportunity to say anything i saw jack descending the stairs slowly.Han and I quickly stood up to meet him." She's s
I watch Jack as he focus on eating his food.I smile inwardly.Is he trying to feign ignorance?.I turn towards han and i saw him eating as well.Good, looks like everyone is hungry.I focus on mine as well and finally jack stood up and walk away He didn't say any words after announcing to me that the dinner is ready." How is Maureen doing ? " I asked han and he look up at me and smile.That caught me off guard. " She's doing fine. " He said.Good, now that he is in good mood i should ask him what has been bothering me." So i think you should be able to keep your end of the bargain and tell me about Mr Mike " i told him and he dropped the cutlery and swallow uneasily." Can i tell you on our way back tomorrow? " He asked me almost pleading."No problem "i nodded quickly and i saw him stood up and leave.Great! I am alone in this great dinning room.I ate my food and i smile to myself as i realized Jack is not only a good swimmer but also a good cook.After satisfying myself i cle
Jack's Pov I walked into my living room that night very tired. I had been in the office and working my self out. I look around announcing to my wife that I'm home. It's been almost a year , a month, a week and a day that my sister went into coma, the bittersweet day of my life. There is still hope though that she might wake up, Han would never give up on her nor do me or jill or her baby who has grown up to be a very brilliant boy. I have granted han a full custody of Mickey, he deserves it and we all know. Han has make it a daily routine to visit Maureen's sick bed with their boy and i do as well when i have the time. Not that I don't want to visit her but... Seeing Maureen laying down lifelessly breaks my heart. Jill descend the stairs slowly to welcome me. We have been married for seven months now, our wedding day so full of fans here and there. I thought my cellphone will blow up from the wishes from my fans and staffs. They all love The Mayors couple. That is what t
Jillian's PovI stood there watching the two mayors. I cried silently at their sad situation. Their life has been so sad. Suddenly Maureen start gasping for air. The doctor and nurses quickly asked us to go out. It took a while for jack and Han to finally exit the room then we encountered Zach Mike and Mr Mike. Jack look over at them in surprise." What is going on? Why are you here? " Jack asked" I'm sorry we didn't arrive sooner, I'm here for my grandchild " Mr Mike replied smiling at us. Jack scoffed at his words." What grandchild? " He asked smirking, just then the doctor walk up to us with some papers." I need you to sign the papers " He said extending some documents to Jack who frown deeply." I'm not going to sign any crazy papers " The doctor sighed impatiently." We don't have much time. Wait where is her fiance? The father of the baby? I think he should make this decision " The doctor suggested after realizing Jack won't sign any paperwork.Zach quickly come forward
Jillian's Pov I finally went into slumber after worrying over Jack and the problems, at dawn and still woke up when the sun rises getting ready to go to the hospital. I haven't receive any call or text from neither jack nor Han , i walk into the living room to see Larry, Lorie and Diana watching the news. " The mayors are the most trending family in the universe today " Larry announced when he saw me. I leaned against the wall watching the news and i smile. " They have always been " i said turning to walk away but then i was stopped by the newscaster word . She just called my name, oops Jillian Don?. I turned back to the TV to see the image of Jack and I kissing in front of his company. The three stare at me , offering me a questioning look and i shrugged my shoulder smiling . " It is what it is " i said walking away to get dress. Diana and Lorie joined me later to help me out. I finally was ready to go and larry offer to drive me off to the hospital which i agreed. We fi
Jack's PovNo word could explain how i feel right now. No word at all. to finally learnt the truth about my dad's death is very overwhelming.I feel so much, more than relieve to hear the truth. I have been loathing Mike for nothing then , i guess he got what he deserves then.His greed for wealth makes him inherit a dying company. I know what that feels like because i have experienced it. When Donald caused the fall of my company i was so sad, angry and frustrated. The woman before us smile brightly." I have to go now and i promise i won't show up ever again " She said turning away." No, do not go. Your son needs you here, can't you stay? " I told him in a soft tone. The more i stare at the woman the more i saw the sad expression behind that fake smile She had on. She knew about Logan, about Mikes dirty deeds. That means she has been watching us very closely." I can't stay, han will be fine... Alright " she said glancing at han who look at her pitifully." Who is he? My father?
Jillian's Pov By the time i reached Joan's hospital it was nearly dark, i alighted in hatse and ran into the hospital. I could see some patients and staffs staring at me then at Jack who seem Oblivion to everything around him. I'm very sure the news tomorrow will be about the mayors, no doubt in it. " Jack " I called in a low tone, i ran to him as if i haven't seen him a very long time ago. " What is going on? Had the doctors said anything ? " I asked and he shook his head tiredly. Suddenly we heard a running footsteps, jack and I both turned back to see Han running towards us. " What is going on? Where is she ? " He asked breathlessly as soon as he got to us. Swiftly jack dashed to him and with much force got him pinned against the wall with a glare and a tight grip that I gasp in shock. I know Jack will be like this, he has always been a guy with much actions and less talk. " If anything happens to my sister, i swear to God I won't spare you " He said coldly to han who releas
Jillian's PovI was not too surprised when i over heard my mother warning Jack to leave me alone, i was excited though to hear Jack's replied. When he left without any words , i knew he must be having a hard time to decide his next step.I went to my house and i saw Lorie and Diana cooking, they were both very excited to see me." Oh my world! " Lorie exclaimed " Jillian Don is this you?" She asked jokingly and i laughed heartily in response.Diana hugged me very tightly that I cough slightly to regain my breath." You are more beautiful " she complimented and i blushed when i remember Jack." Jack mayor paid for the surgery " I replied smiling.I filled them in about how i was kidnapped by Larry and how i was rescued. The contract i signed with mayors creation and all. By the time i finished explaining they were both Left with a surprised expression on their face." Wait a second Jilly , Larry kidnap you? No wonder he hasn't been here since that day you left for Jack's company toget
Jack's PovI was in the dinning room when i heard Jill racing from the upper floor, i got confused so i ran out only to see her driving away without any explanation. Han who was beside me the whole time quickly advise us to follow her. I abandoned my schedule to follow this young lady called Jill and so we finally arrived in her House.I stare at the woman and frown. She look so much like Jill, oh lord! Her mother?No way! Not the one who ran off years ago... Right?Jill breaks into my thoughts." Jack here is my mother. Mother he is ... " She began to introduce but the older woman who wore a shabby clothes cut her off. I don't know but probably because I owned a departmental store where clothes and other accessories stuffs were sold , merely glancing at the woman before me i could tell she is at the wealthy stage. The reason i frown when i saw her was only because she tried her best but failed to appear distress or poor.Why does she disguise herself? Another misery? Oh common, I'
Jillian's PovI walk slowly into the living room ,my eyes still on my mother. My gaze fell on her wristwatch and to study her skin then i frown in confusion.Her skin is luminous and her wristwatch is very expensive, i could tell by just glancing at it.Why does she dressed so shabbily? Is she here to deceive my dad and i ? Again? No way! I vowed to myself.I sat down on the couch across her, staring at the woman who gave birth to me and then abandoned me when I was nine." Jill i... " She began but i shook my head and cut in." Call me jilly, everyone does. I think My man is the only who has the right to call me jill. Please " i begged politely and i saw her swallowed as if keeping her temper in check." When did she arrive dad? " I asked my father who just hang his head thoughtfully.He raised his head to look at me, pity in his eyes." At dawn, that was why i didn't come back to Jack's mansion. I'm sorry " He apologize and i held the urge to roll my eyes. I can't believe this." Y
Jillian's PovWhen Jack and Han left for claw lake mansion i was so scared , so afraid that jack will come back with a frowned face and heartache but when he arrived I realized there is something going on but it isn't about me. " What is going on? Why is han upset ? " I heard Maureen asked me when Jack ran after han. I creased my face in confusion before exhaling slowly. I think i got the answer to the riddle but i feign ignorance for Maureen's benefits. Jack later emerges from han's room and descend the stairs towards Maureen and I. " What is going on Jack? What happened to Han? " Maureen asked her brother with a trembling voice. I heard her sniffed and i saw the undying love she has for the young retired soldier, han." He is just tired, let him rest for a bit ... Alright ? " Jack lied and i saw it. I expected Maureen to noticed his dishonesty but no she didn't, probably because she does not want to believe that the situation, the death of Mayor has anything to do with him." I n