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THE PRESIDENT'S FAVORITE JOURNALIST 80. BRAWL SETTLED
S STANLEY’S POV Immediately I stepped down from the car and walked to the place where Petals was waiting for me with her friend, the friend suddenly made an expression that got me startled. “Oh my God! Matthew! How come I am seeing you in person? This is fascinating” she screamed loudly as soon as she set her eyes on me, making me pause in surprise. “Who? Are you talking to me?” I asked, pointing to my chest and she nodded happily “I am sorry but you have got the wrong person” was my response but she shook her head that she was sure that she wasn’t wrong about what she was saying Petals had to step into the awkward situation and cautioned her that I was not Matthew but Stanley. “Tolu, what do you mean by Matthew? This is Stanley, he’s the one I told you about” she muttered to her but it was loud enough for me to hear. “Oops! I must have made a mix up, he looked so much familiar with someone I know” Tolu finally stated and Petals apologized on her behalf “No, that’s not a probl
THE PRESIDENT'S FAVORITE JOURNALIST 81. GESTURES
I met him attending to something important on a call with one of the departments but didn’t hesitate to sit into his laps to his surprise. I was feeling happy, thankful with a little bit of naughty and he was quick to pick up the signal because immediately, he wrapped his big hands around my waist to keep me still till he was done.Since there was a button that controlled the door at his table, I needed not fear that anybody could come in at any time and just relaxed in his arms.“Baby, do you think I would be able to concentrate with this? Your whole existence distracts my sanity” he whispered close to my ears and I smirked, trying so hard not to snort.I only adjusted myself well to what he said and I could hear his soft grunt in my ear before he leant closer to me and aimed for my lips. I closed my eyes waiting for whatever it is to come but I felt his hand slid across my neck and heard something snap.My eyes opened alongside the sound to see him smiling as he was looking at me ke
THE PRESIDENT'S FAVORITE JOURNALIST 82. WELCOME BACK
The garden was buzzing with several guests that had come from far and near to grace the party that Chairman Antonio was throwing and they were being welcomed and ushered in to be greeted by Madam Antonio who was dressed in a Magenta gown decorated with expensive flowery furs and snatched together at the waist shiny golden accessories.She was welcoming everyone with a big smile on her face because it was also her win of course and she had her own role to play so as to make the guests feel welcomed to the party.“Thank you for coming all the way from New York, your constant support is always amazing” she said to a foreign couple who also attendedThe wife returned the smile cheerfully and gave her a soft kiss on the cheeks as a means of greeting.“Oh no Josie! There’s no need to thank us. We both know what you have done for us and our business, it would actually be rude of us not to attend, cheer you up and congratulate you on this immense achievement. You deserve everything good” she
THE PRESIDENT'S FAVORITE JOURNALIST 83. HOW MAY I HELP YOU?
The party started and everyone was having the best time before Chairman Antonio arrived to give his welcome and thank you speech to everyone who was present.“In the course of the preparation for the office, my campaign and even during the election, so many people helped me out in the best of their abilities. From my wonderful family to every single person, I owe this win to you and I am very grateful for your support. Be rest assured that I will fulfill all my promises in this office and will make sure that this tenure of mine will be comfortable for all and sundry. Continue to support me and I will work hard to repay every favor. Thank you once again and enjoy the party, there is a lot to eat and drink” he said into the microphone with a little laugh at the end and everyone gave him a round of applause.Marcus scoffed where he was beside Monica and muttered “It’s not like the family is ever wonderful, you only do whatever you like and shove it down our throats” as he joined in on th
THE PRESIDENT'S FAVORITE JOURNALIST 84. JOINT FORCE
MONICA’S POVI was thoroughly disturbed about the feedback my secretary brought me about the people that I told her to contact and schedule a meeting with. I knew it would be an easy move but I was not expecting such a large percent to turn me down immediately.“I thought they said they were loyal to my mother, why are they refusing to help her daughter then? With everything I have done for them in the company to show that I am capable of carrying on her legacy, they still do not trust me enough?” I kept muttering to myself as I drove to the address Madam Antonio sent to me.I was glad that I accepted her lunch invitation, if not I would have been curled up in my office and getting depressed over the fact that what I wanted was not working. With those thoughts running through my mind, I pulled up in front of the cozy restaurant and was ushered immediately without even asking me any question about my identity.“The madam had given us the instruction to usher you inside immediately you
THE PRESIDENT'S FAVORITE JOURNALIST 85. SUSPICIONS THAT CAN'T BE SHAKEN OFF
Marcus stood in front of the mirror dressed in his tailored suit as he checked himself out. Several thoughts were running through his head as he stared at himself.“Will I do well? I am afraid that I will mess everything up. I have never done this in my entire life” he kept soliloquizing to himself as he waited for the person who was to pick him up.“You are ready sir, shall we?” his secretary walked into the room with a bright smileHe turned to see who was talking because the voice was unfamiliar and saw a new face standing in front of him in a blue shirt and black knee length skirt. She was neatly dressed and stood politely with her hands in front of her abdomen.“And you are?” he asked, staring at her“Your new Secretary, sir. You can call me Amy” she gentle responded“I see, Amy.” He muttered and added “Please take care of me. As you can see, I have a lot to learn” “I will be glad to be of great help to you sir. It is my pleasure” she answered and gave a slight bowHe turned to
THE PRESIDENT'S FAVORITE JOURNALIST 86. UNRAVELLING
Irene, Monica and I grew up together and they knew that I was always reserved. I rarely use the harsh and curse words except I was extremely worked up. I didn’t have any choice but to lash at Irene when she kept questioning the reason why I had to go to the hospital.“Irene! Can you fcking go to the hospital?” I growled coldly and I could see her shudder at my actions.“Hey Petals, is something wrong? You rarely get worked up like this” she muttered, trying not to rile me up the more but I rather kept quiet than yell at her again so I just glued my eyes to the road instead.We all arrived at the hospital and I asked for one of the doctors that I was acquainted with. Thankfully, he was around and not busy so he attended to us without hesitation.“I don’t know why these spots keep getting many instead of disappearing. They told me that they were syringe marks that he obtained during the time he was sick at the hospital but they weren’t as many as this those times. I wonder why it keeps
THE PRESIDENT'S FAVORITE JOURNALIST 87. NOT MINE
“Why are you being like this? Is something attached to the orphanage? Do you even know the woman?” I asked, rushing after him as he left the room in a hurry.He paused and sighed. “I told you that everyone in that picture are the people I am looking for to complete a specific task. They are extremely needed” he responded, trying not to sound too sensitive“Oh I see but that woman is not in her right state of mind though” I stated and it got him puzzled again“What do you mean by she’s not in the right state of mind? Did something happen to her?” he questioned and I shrugged“I don’t know the origin of her sickness but then she’s living in the small building at the back of the orphanage. I happened to walk in on her by chance and I couldn’t find out any reasonable information about her but then one thing was obvious, her love for the kids” I explained“She has always loved the kids like her own children. Only her has their best interest at her” he mumbled between his breath and I nodde
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THE PRESIDENT'S FAVORITE JOURNALIST 115. TIME WILL MEND ALL
Ray finally proposed to Mei who agreed right away and they planned to leave Lisbon but she couldn’t due to the contract she had signed with Pamela. She didn’t know that she wouldn’t be able to break off the contract for three years. Pamela did that because she knew the price of their stocks would be affected when her father’s crime is exposed but with the success of Mei in the modelling world, she would be able to sustain the company over the three years when it would be balanced and would let her go.“That’s some crazy contract” Ray remarked and tried looking for a way to pay the fine so she would be free but Mei told him that she wanted to help her in return because she gave up her company to help them solve the case so he had no choice but to retreat.Pamela explained that she can go anywhere she wanted but must be always available to carry out her the terms of the contract whenever she was needed.“That is no problem. We both have to find a common ground. She has to finish school
THE PRESIDENT'S FAVORITE JOURNALIST 114. MAKING IT OUT ALIVE
FEW HOURS AGOMei was summoned by Pamela to her office and was given a necklace as a gift for her successful oversea deal. She expressed her happiness about how she was raking in so much money for her company because of her excellent modeling skills.“Well, I only tried my best but it worked out by luck” Mei said meekly“There’s no such thing as luck. You only got to show the work you have prepared hard for, so you deserve every credit” she told her and Mei appreciated her for the gift before leaving for the house where she saw Stanley waiting for herStanley took her to his villa after apologizing for not coming sooner to explain things to her. He told her everything about her sister to her when he found out that she also know that her sister was not biologically related to her.“Can I speak to her? Can I talk to her on the phone? She would have been worried sick about me” she said with a shaky voice and Stanley put a call through which was luckily picked up by her sister.They were
THE PRESIDENT'S FAVORITE JOURNALIST 113. HEINOUS CRIMINAL
TOLU’S POVI was preparing to wash off the sweat of the day and was battling with my robe’s rope when Ray burst into my room unannounced. In horror, I jumped under the blanket, my eyes shining hard as I questioned why he would come inside without knocking but he only apologized and came in further.“I found it!” he screamed and my face frowned in confusion, what was he talking about all of a sudden? My pressurized brain couldn’t process anything. I just wanted him to get out of my room so I can take my bath before heat strangle me under the blanket.“Found what?” I snapped angrily at him“The evidence!” he screamed and I didn’t know when I rolled out of the sheet, the robe dropping off my body“Cover your damn body!” he screamed, covered his eyes and turned away.It was then I realized that I was standing in front of him in my birthday suit. With a loud gasp, I bent and pulled my robe up, tying it tightly across my waist.“It’s covered, now show me the evidence you are talking about”
THE PRESIDENT'S FAVORITE JOURNALIST 112. THE EVIDENCE
Since Petals was not in a good state of mind and would be away for the time being, they were short of hand and Ray suggested that they bring in Tolu as a helping hand since she was capable and already told them to let her know when her help was needed.“She’s also good at sniffing out information” Stanley added“I know right. She had this detective spirit ever since we were little” Ray remarked, a slight chuckle dancing in his throatAs soon as Petals’ plane took off, he went to the arrivals and waited a bit before Tolu that he had been waiting for showed up. She was the first to sight him and waved towards his direction to get his attention.“Thank you for coming all the way here and I am sorry for the inconveniences it might have caused” he said with a grin and a smile appeared on her lips“What do you mean by inconveniences? I actually lived all these while for this moment. Let’s go catch the bad guys” she remarked and left for the car with him.Gabriel walked towards them and got
THE PRESIDENT'S FAVORITE JOURNALIST 111. COMING ALL THE WAY
It took a whole week for Gemma to come to her senses. She always cowered in fear whenever anyone came close to her, even to the point of food. They had to leave her food on the table and disappear from the surroundings before she could eat peacefully.“I shouldn’t have shouted at her and startled her that way” Petals kept blaming herself and hoped that she would come back to her senses soon because she almost died of the curiosity of how Jane was not the sibling she thought she had.During those times, Stanley had successfully gotten her a temporary guidance permit for Pureza and she was able to transfer him out of the hospital to the place she trusted so he could get the ultimate and proper treatment he deserved.“Just take it slow. We have gotten to this point and we will find out everything till the end so put your mind at rest and just approach them one by one” Stanley consoled her when he noticed how tensed and anxious she was every time.Finally, after a week, Gemma was back to
THE PRESIDENT'S FAVORITE JOURNALIST 110. MORE HARM
They were all at home in the evening when a news of a body being found near the burnt orphanage and the guess was that the body must have belonged to one of the children in the orphanage because it was the built of a child. They also stated that some of the organs were missing which gave room for the suspicions of organ trafficking.Stanley rushed up immediately and ran inside one of the rooms where he kept the pictures. Since she was also curious and he wouldn’t come out to tell them why he ran inside, she rushed to the room too to check what was happening.“Did something happen? Did you find out about something?” she asked, staring at her“The news reminded me of a case I found out while I was making some research. There was a time when the case of organ trafficking was so rampant and they were kids. Their corpses were found at different locations but they had one thing in common and that was missing organs” he explained, flipping through the old newspaper in his hand“So do you thi
THE PRESIDENT'S FAVORITE JOURNALIST 109. PAY YOU BACK
Michael and Gabriel went out to club and were busy dancing and drinking when someone said a foul language to Michael whom he thought didn’t understood the language. They both fought and were arrested by the police, then Michael was asked to provide his passport but refused.“Why is he not presenting his passport? Did he perhaps lost it?” Stanley asked on their way to the police station“I’m not sure he did that and I don’t know why he’s so adamant. It’s tiring” Gabriel sighed“He might have his reasons. He wouldn’t just act without a plan” Petals chipped inNo matter what anyone said, Michael kept denying that he had a passport. He said he was an illegal immigrant and there was nothing Stanley could do at that point. He was to be sent to the detention center and deported when his identity has been confirmed.“Don’t worry about me, I’ll be fine” he said to Gabriel who kept panicking after hearing that he would be detained“Croyez-moi mo frére, mon chien n’aboie pas sans voir quelque ch
THE PRESIDENT'S FAVORITE JOURNALIST 108. DANGER
MONICA’S POVTruth be told, I had forgotten all about the beach house, maybe because it reminded me of my mom so much and I didn’t want to wallow in the pain longer. I stopped going to her room, I had everything connected to her packed off from my reach and just let her lived in my heart instead.She was always insisting that I know how to take care of myself because of a situation where she would not be around but I didn’t get all she was saying until she finally passed away.“I don’t know if I’m strong enough to face this” I mumbled as I puffed out the pent up air in my lungs.Immediately I got there, I ran inside as if she was there waiting for me in person and I didn’t come to my senses until disappointment coupled with reality slapped me in the face.“What was I thinking? What was I even expecting?” I sighed as I sank into the lemon sofa by my right.I had to catch my breath for a bit before I stood up to look around. Every corners I hid in back then whenever we were playing catc
THE PRESIDENT'S FAVORITE JOURNALIST 107. REMEMBER
By the time we rushed into the bathroom, she had collapsed to the side and was holding unto one of the stands in the bathroom for support.“Fcking Christ!” Monica spat out and I rushed forward to help her up“Irene! Can you hear me? Can you stand up?” I called out desperately to her as I helped her to her feet.The maid was swift enough to push the emergency button and her attending doctor rushed in with immediate effect. She was attended to immediately and several drugs and injections were administered to her to keep her calm.“What’s wrong with her? Is she getting worse? Should we be concerned?” Monica asked, her eyes getting damped with tears“She upgraded her treatment today so her system has not gotten used to this kind of treatment. There’s nothing to be afraid of but she needs to be taken care of and leave to rest very well so her system can get used to it” the doctor told them and a sigh of relief dropped from Petals’ lips.“Let’s hope for the best” Petals chipped in but Monic
