Duncan Ladiyz sat on his king-sized chair in his personal office, holding a glass of whisky on one hand and a stick of cigar on the other. He puffed slowly, allowing the tiny smoke penetrate the whole room. He was deep in thought, trying to understand something that had happened to him some months ago and how to go about it. It had been bothering him for quite a while, but he hadn't gotten a good solution to the outstanding problem giving him sleepless days.He usually left his base to this particular place whenever he needed time to think about himself and his business. Though, he always used the disguise of cruising to deceive people into thinking that it was his time to have fun. In few minutes time, he was going to be having a meeting with one of his father's rivals. One of the biggest and richest men in their time. Duncan always acknowledged the fact that his rival was quite a stunning and well mannered man, even though he wasn't his kind of business partner
As soon as the meeting ended, she went out of the meeting room and left the two men behind to continue with whatever they had between them. She was pissed and almost devastated.She felt her boss disliked her, perhaps because she wasn't classy enough, but she was more hurt this time because she could sense that he was using her as a tool. She wondered if it was a ploy to get her into the man's bed, like she heard some rich men do whenever they are sexually aroused. She hated her boss the more she thought about the whole thing. "Little wonder he went as far as getting Nathan to go shop for this dress. I feel like a little slut right now." She cursed under her breath.She decided to join Nathan in the front vehicle rather than stay in the same car with her boss, which she had suddenly come to detest even more. Nathan came around and saw her sitting in the car, so he wondered what she was up to. He could tell that she was a stubborn one, though smart, he was beginning t
It was another casual day at the Kiosk. Mrs. Kute had returned from the big market and was arranging the new wares she had gotten from the marketplace.She hummed her favourite song as she continued to keep the items properly on their various places. Some of her clients trooped in, so she had to pause for a while to attend to them before she could continue. She heard a very familiar voice from afar which she could recognise even in her sleep. "Isn't that Maxwell? She asked no one in particular. One of her clients who still was purchasing some items thought she referred to him. "You mean me ma'am? He asked. "Oh no no no. I thought I heard my son's voice. Wasn't referring to you please." She answered, giving off a cheerful smile.Just then, Maxwell walked in, clutching his school bag firmly on his back. "Hello momma, I'm back from school." He greeted, then walked up to her and kisses her on her forehead. She smiled broadly at him. "My beloved. You returned so earl
The cab dropped her off in front of the building. She got down, paid the fare and walked majestically inside. She could notice stares at her as she proportioned her steps on the heels with ease. She knew she looked beautiful that day and the more the stares, the more her boldness heightened. One reason she dressed that way was to increase her level of confidence in front of other workers as some of them had started talking so much behind her back. The other reason was to spite her boss and make him see that she too could increase her social charisma and aura as well. Since the last incident at the Ladiyz palace, she had been feeling so dejected and subdued, so she needed to overcome that feeling, she hoped that this new phase of hers would work.She came across Mark on her way to her office and he stopped her for a while to share pleasantries, not failing to spoil her with complimentary words. "Wow, you look so beautiful and astonishing. Damn, what's up with you? Ma
"She doesn't look like a spy, though she has a knack for it, she's just smart." Nathan said to his boss few minutes after Daisy left, trying to take his mind off her.CEO Dash got up from the chair and paced briefly, then returned back to his seat. "I want to believe no one sent her, but if I find out that she is indeed a spy, she would wish she never stepped foot in here." He threatened. Nathan continued, "Sir, I looked into her case record and everything was very much normal and okay." He explained. "Remind me, how did she get access to this position again? Nathan paused for a while, careful not to use the wrong words. "She applied on time and you chose her yourself. There was no protocols followed." "Hmmm." CEO Dash said casually. "I hope you're right on this one again, because I won't hesitate to discard her immediately." "Yes sir." Nathan answered. "Run a check as to how she got informed of the job vacancy. She definitely had an insider's guide s
Ever since the message came to him from his father to pay a visit to the family villa, he had been so restless and uncomfortable, even though he tried to hide it. Nathan tried his best to encourage him to go meet his dad as he had requested and not make this more difficult. He had always listened to Nathan, at least, most of the times. He was glad to have someone as such by his side. Nathan hardly ever judged him, and he had stuck by him for years. Nathan came into his office and informed him that the car was ready, same with the gift items he had asked him to get previously. "I hope he buys this idea, or I'm doomed for. This is only an opportunity he has been waiting for." CEO Dash said, hitting his palm slightly on the table. "Sir, I suggest you do not overreact. Who knows, it might not be as your prediction is. Please, I adjure you to be more optimistic, sir." Nathan convinced. CEO Dash just shook his head and waved him off. He grabbed his suit jack
The trio walked into the massive dining room to see Mr. Shaw, former President of SAB company, before his son took over, sitting down in front of well garnished delicacies arranged all over the table. Daisy gasped as she wondered if they were expecting more persons or having a late evening get together. CEO Dash walked up to his father and bowed briefly to greet him. "Good evening Father. It is nice to meet you once again." He obviously lied. "You look so gallant and healthy. I must say you're really enjoying your retirement." Mr. Shaw smiled at his son. "I am really enjoying my retirement indeed. What about you? How have you been? "Very well, I still have a whole lot ahead of me, but I'm keeping fit and ready for the massive growth." He answered.Daisy could tell that neither father nor son looked happy to see each other. She could imagine how her brothers react whenever they returned home, especially after a while away. This was nothing close to it. She tho
After the sumptuous meal, Mr. Shaw asked everyone to excuse him and his son, so they could have a father to son conversation, alone.Everyone left, the maids, the guards that were on standby, including Nathan and Daisy. They thanked Mr. Shaw for the nice treat before they left.Madeline stayed back, waiting for the duo to start their conversation as they termed it. CEO Dash who detested her and never welcomed the idea of seeing her in the house got annoyed, seeing that she stayed back. CEO Dash used every opportunity he had to make sure his father knew that women had always been his weakness. "Madeline, your boss specifically requested that everyone leave. I wonder what you stayed back for."Madeline stared at Mr. Shaw, then at CEO Dash and smiled. "Actually, I'm still part of the family, I guess I will have to stay, right." Dash got furious but calmed himself in order not to act up in the presence of his father. "I guess the one time President of SAB still has ladi