Christopher was discharged from hospital after a week following a thorough examination. Other than the wound that was yet to be healed, his recovery speed was considered astonishing with no aftereffects. He was glad to be out of hospital after been admitted for close to 2 weeks.2 days later, Emile and Abbey were discussing what to do with the rest of their plans as Christopher might not be able to fly for another few weeks while Night Wing was helping Christopher take a sponge bath.“Let’s keep up with the plan.” Christopher walked out the bathroom with Night Wing’s assistance. “I should be able to fly in another 5 days.”“No” Both Emile and Abbey rejected the plan without thinking.“We will rent a place and stay back for another month.” Emile told Christopher the plan they had just discussed.“No need.” Christopher refused to budge.“I am already back to normal except for not being able take a shower.” Christopher sat beside Emile “There’s really nothing much to do here and Abbey’s
“Huh?” Emile raised her head to look at Christopher with a confused gaze.“Do you want to make it difficult for Mr Holston to find you or do you want to make it close to impossible unless you want it?” Christopher explained patiently.“Next to impossible.” Emile didn’t have to think “I don’t want anyone to find me before I decide to appear before them.”“Then forget about booking flights.” Christopher’s lips curled mysteriously “Leave the arrangements to me, okay?”“Alright” Both Emile and Abbey nodded without hesitation; neither had any reservations.Christopher called Night Wing to the side to give instructions while Emile and Abbey went to organize lunch. Night Wing was very efficient and meticulous in his work; he made all the required preparations by the time the trio finished lunch. They were set to depart in 2 days’ time.After lunch, Emile and Christopher decided to stroll on the beach while Abbey decided to go for beauty treatments at the hotel.“Why does he want to come now?
The majestic cruise ship was docked at Christian Deccoter Cruise Terminal 2 hours before the departure time. Night Wing loaded all their luggage and reported back to Christopher.“Boss, we don’t have to board till 30 mins before departure.”“Then why don’t we go and get a makeover” Abbey’s eyes sparkled and interrupted the conversation “I saw a makeover shop two streets away from our hotel while I was taking a walk yesterday.”Night Wing rolled his eyes and wanted to object but before he could even open his mouth, Emile too clapped in excitement “Yeah…This way, our incognito status will be fool proof.”Christopher had a doting smile on his smile. Night Wing didn’t voice his opinion. He knew he had lost this battle even before he had a chance to raise his sword. He knew how much his boss valued Emile.“Can we?” Emile tugged Christopher’s arm with a pout as she saw that neither Christopher nor Night Wing had responded.“Um” Chrsitopher nodded “Let’s go.”Abbey led the way while the rest
The twelve-day tour was another eye opener; Despite the negative reviews online regarding safety and poverty in Madagascar, the natural beauty of the country was astonishing and well worth the trip in Emile’s and Abbey’s dictionary. To Christopher, as long as he could travel with Emile and see her smile, any place was paradise.Whether it was exploring the capital under the introduction of their friendly and knowledgeable tour guide or the vivid landscape or the wildlife that was specific to the land, it was an enjoyable affair.Night Wing followed like the dutiful shadow guard he was although he had no idea what was so amazing about rocks or the weird animals and reptiles he saw along the way. However, he had to admit that as the journey progressed, he found that Emile’s stupid friend didn’t seem so annoying anymore. At least she gave him company in being miserable watching the two lovebirds who had no regard for the feelings of single people around them.After a day’s rest, they set
Mossel Bay, SAMajestic Cruise docked on time. Most of the passengers where in a hurry to alight due to the planned activities and the short docking time as opposed to Emile’s groups leisurely pace.Emile and the rest checked into the Luxury resort they booked into using Christopher’s friend’s connections so that they didn’t have to register their true identities at the resort. They planned to relax for a day before browsing around to register for one of the safari tours. This had been one of the items on Emile’s bucket list ever since she was a little girl.Abbey arrived first after a quick fresh up at the restaurant as decided for lunch. She beckoned the waiter and asked him to get all the tours brochures from the concierge while she waited for her friends.“You’re here?” Emile exclaimed in surprise as she walked towards Abbey. This was a surprise. Abbey loved her beauty bath and would usually be the last to arrive when they made plans to catch up post freshening in the past.“I am
Christopher paced back and forth in his room. He didn’t know what to do. Although he had to admit that he was shocked when he first heard the doctor but never in his wildest dreams did he think of giving up on her. He knew what she was trying to do… but he had no way to stop her.He didn’t want to force her to make a decision, nor did he want to push her into a corner… all he wanted was for her to talk to him, tell him what she was thinking…. He wanted to support her no matter how difficult her decision would be for him. He only wanted to see her smile…even if it was from a distance.He wondered if his last words were too harsh on her. He had a lot more to tell her… he wanted to beg her to reconsider…. but…. all those words were stuck in his throat. She never gave him a chance to verbalize…. She didn’t even give him a glance before she left the room.Night Wing watched the scene unfold and quietly left the room. The only person he could think of and want to talk to, was that crazy wom
‘Click’Abbey woke up from her sleep with the sound of the lock turning from the other side of the door. She hurriedly sat up and looked at the door anxiously. She had never seen Emile in this state. She was always strong; never this miserable…. Not even when she left Daniel 2.5 months ago.Emile pursed her lips and looked at Abbey with an awkward expression “You… you…”“Yes… it’s me.”“Why didn’t you go back?” Emile lowered her eyes guiltily.“How can I go when you are like this?” Abbey got up with difficulty as legs were numb from sitting in one position for a whole night.“I am sorry.” Emile supported Abbey back to her room before she went to the bathroom to fresh-up.They silently freshened up and sat before the table with the breakfast that Abbey ordered although neither had the mood to eat. Abbey forced Emile to eat a slice of bread before they got the hotel staff to clear the table.“Do you want to talk?” Abbey asked softly after sitting for a while side by side in silence.Emi
Christopher only planned to take a quick look and leave but his legs seemed to be rooted to the ground. Unaware, Emile and Abbey continued with their heart to heart. “Daniel searched everywhere for Michelle without any luck. He didn’t give up until he came home one night a month later, worn out and drunk; I still remember that night” Emile sniffed as she recalled the heartache she felt when she saw the man she loved with all her heart, pinning over another woman.” “What happened that night?” Abbey couldn’t control her gossipy curiosity. “Nothing of the sort that you imagined with your overimaginative brain.” Emile scoffed before continuing. “That night, I took care of him.” Emile shrugged as she gave Abbey a simple explanation. “We started getting along well with each other after that.” Emile smiled at the distant memory and spoke in a daze “It was like we were getting to know each other and were beginning to fall in love.” “He would bring me flowers when he returned from work; s
Daniel didn’t speak to Chris Jnr on the way back; he sat sulking and occasionally giving him an annoyed look without realizing that his grievance was against a six-year-old. But the sentiments were totally lost on Chris Jnr who thought about it as ‘good riddance to bad rubbish!’Daniel didn’t want much… he just wanted his son to care… to ask how he was… whether he was hurt? He didn’t expect his son to do much but an excuse of helplessness to show he cared… but what he got in return was ignorant indifference.Chris Jnr feigned ignorance to Daniel’s sulking and kept staring out of the window as always; no one would suspect that a six-year-old was doing this on purpose, especially for a kid like Chris Jnr, whose norm was to sit quietly staring out the window.On the flight, Daniel wanted to warn Chris Jnr several times not to tell Emile about what happened, but he didn’t know how to; the awkward silence lasted till the duo reached home. Well, awkward silence for Daniel and blissful silenc
George tried to rush to Daniel’s side before the police took him away, but he wasn’t successful; the more he tried, the more he got pushed back. He would have to be a fool if he didn’t realize that the shadow guards were purposefully making it difficult for him, making it impossible to get to his boss’s side in order to facilitate the arrest proceeding smoothly. How could the shadow guards not know what their little miss wanted? How dare they allow even the slightest negligence?The only thing George could do was rush after police car, hoping to make it in time, at least avoiding his boss from being locked up. He was surprised to see Chris Jnr sitting quietly in the car, expressionless, without any intention of stopping/ interfering with the ruckus. Until now, he had assumed that Chris Jnr was still in class, unaware of the situation but what he saw in front of him turned his world view upside down. Shouldn’t the kid be concerned when his father was being beaten senseless? Even if he i
“How is daddy doing?” Chris Jnr asked little treasure in concern as he walked back to their classroom holding hands.“He’s still holding it together, feigning a happy face to keep me happy." Emm pursed her lips with a helpless expression before she leaned closer and whispered in her brother’s ears "He's gone to help with the request from that president we met when we took daddy’s fancy plane.” “Eldest brother came back to keep me company.” Emm spoke with a bright smile as she knew what her brother was going to ask next.“Daddy was going to change his plans after you went with that bad father, but I didn’t let him.” Emm raised her chin proudly “I called Eldest brother so that I wouldn’t delay daddy’s important business.”“Little treasure is very sensible.” Chris Jnr had a doting smile as he tapped the tip of his little sister’s nose.Emm’s smile grew wider and brighter as she pointed her chin towards the sky; she was floating, her pride shooting to the skies after being acknowledged by
“Where are you taking me?” Neil asked with feigned irritation as Marcus led his through an overgrown grassy forest area which was located behind the prestigious school.“Aha….” Neil kept on with his theatrics as he feigned an enlightened expression “Are you going to demand entry to the school under the pretence that you have me as your hostage?? Are you???”“Che!!!” Marcus rolled his eyes as he increased his pace and kept 2 feet ahead of Neil.“Hey… wait for me… how can you claim to have me as a hostage if I run away?” Neil asked with a shamelessly smug face as he firmly believed his theory although his body was more honest, his legs kept up Marcus.“It’s here.” Marcus stopped at an inconspicuous spot and leaned against the wall casually, with his hands in his pocket.“Here???” Neil looked around at the unkept environment with disgust as he walked towards Marcus.Marcus took two steps hurriedly, keeping his distance away from Neil.“Why are you moving away?” Neil asked innocently as he
“I will get Night Vigil to charter the trip to Uncle Neil’s place.” Marcus was about to get up when Emm pulled him back as she hit her forehead with an expression that was midway between helpless and ridicule “My dear eldest brother, where do you think my daddy’s appendages will be when he is in trouble?”“You mean ….” Marcus eyes widened “Uncle Neil is here…”Emm nodded with an all-knowing expression, but added “Not exactly… I mean they are not here, but they are at Royale Lux.”“Let’s go.” Marcus led the way whistling, without feeling even the slightest bit of embarrassment after being ridiculed by his little sister.“Why are you here?” Neil grumbled as soon as he saw Marcus, on opening the door.“And I am not alone.” Marcus chuckled as he entered, revealing Emm who was hiding behind him. Although Emm boasted shamelessly that she was going to charm Neil with her cuteness, she was still scared; she held onto Marcus’s shirt as she hid behind him and peeped cautiously towards Neil.“God
The next morning as everyone sat for breakfast, Emm dialled Marcus-“Eldest brother…” She pouted as she called out in grievance as soon as he answered.“What’s wrong?” Marcus’s concerned voice came from the other end.“Nothing…um…um…” Emm sniffled as she shook her head.Chris stopped eating as he walked up to his little treasure and carried her in his arms and cuddled her; he didn’t need to ask to know what was wrong. His treasures had never been separated. He leaned forward and whispered, “Daddy is not going. Daddy will postpone the trip.”“But that is an important thing.” Emm blinked innocently.“Nothing is more important than my treasures.” Chris smiled reassuringly as he gently smoothed her back.“Eldest brother, little treasure is all alone and is not happy. Can you come to accompany me?” Emm blinked innocently as she spoke into the phone; she didn’t forget to complain “Big brother went with that bad man yesterday; he didn’t care about little treasure.”“Eldest brother will be the
Chris Jnr sat silently starring out the window as they drove to the airport. Daniel tried to start a conversation with him many times, each time failing miserably.“Daddy will never give up on you like others… after all I am your biological father. Not everyone can replace me.” Daniel started the conversation once again, after boarding the flight.“Whatever.” Chris Jnr didn’t even spare him a glance as he looked outside the window once again.“I know you are feeling sad but don’t hold it in.” Daniel tried to comfort and at the same time, he didn’t forget to sling mud at Chris “Being a father is a big commitment, it’s hard for someone without any blood ties to hold on to such a commitment. Don’t blame him.”“Whatever.”“Your mother is already upset with everything that’s happened and feels really bad and guilty.” Daniel didn’t forget to brain wash along the way. How hard could it be to steer the thoughts of a six-year-old?“Don’t bring up the past and hurt her.” Daniel shrugged empathet
“I don’t want to play word games with you...” Daniel huffed as he tried to rein his temper. What he really wanted to do was beat up the smug, insufferable man before him who thought he was king of the jungle. Wonder what Daniel would do if he knew that Chris would not even need one hand to beat him to a state that even his mother wouldn't recognise him? Wonder how colourful Daniel's face would be if he knew that Chris was not king of the jungle but he is the legendary Lord of the Night? However, as they say, ignorance is bliss and this was Daniel's current state.“Not that you’d win even if you tried.” Chris smirked “But I really can’t bear to keep looking at your obnoxious face any longer than I have to. So please, is there anything else?”“What could I want from you other than the divorce that my lover requested and our kids?” Daniel spoke with an extremely disgusted expression. Their disgust for each other was mutual.“Your kids??” Chris hooked his lips as he taunted “Does Mr Holsto
“That reminds me, how is Emile? Any news?” Master finished his bowl of soup and asked about the matter that he was most concerned about.“Don’t ask about her.” Min scowled; both his and Lai-Li’s face darkened at the mention of Emile.“Why? Didn’t you two like them?”“Not anymore.” Min turned his head resentfully while Lai-Li lowered her head.“What exactly happened?” Master asked anxiously “Is she in trouble?”“She is trouble.” Min grumbled refusing to speak.“Min had gone to take a look…” Lai-Li spoke in a downcast tone “She seems to have gone back to her ex. She is not with the youngest master Walter anymore.”“What???” Master asked in shock, before shaking his head in denial “Something is terribly wrong. It cannot be like that…. It won’t….”“I don’t want to believe it either.” Lai-Li pouted “But Min saw that man swaggering in and out of the ancestral house of the Walter after passing on Emile’s request for divorce.”“No… I need to check on them… something isn’t right…” Master tried