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Jessica felt locked in within herself. Lucas was definitely high on his depressants. That had to be it.After several calls through to Mr. Troy, he finally picked up. With a tight and something barely above a whisper, she spoke up. “Mr. Troy!”Her voice was cracky and almost breaking.“Are you alright, Jessica?” Mr. Troy asked, concerned.Jessica tried to mutter out but the words wouldn't come out.“Are you there?”“Detective?” Mr Troy called out, now having an unsettling feeling from it all.“It's Lucas,” Jessica spoke up.“He's back. — He's been back for a while now.”“Oh goodness. It's a mess!” Jessica blurted out, a wash of tension lining each word that came out.“Be calm Jess?”“Is he there at TRIX?” “What’s the situation?”Mr. Troy requested in a calm yet, strong voice.“He… He isn't. I found out he was a friend of Liam.”“And I might have made a terrible mistake Mr. Troy.”“I helped him…. I couldn't risk him exposing me to Liam.”“But he wants something extremely wild now
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Text message: Just a reminder kitty cat, you can't run away from this. I still have my mouth shut! You still owe me.As Lucas stepped out of TRIX, Jessica received the message. A jolt of increased worry struck her again.His appearance at Liam's was a flare warning.Left alone with Liam, the day progressed slowly. As Jessica gradually got comfortable in the absence of Lucas, the conversation hit.“—Is there a need for a change of payment gateway for some of TRIX leaseholders?” Liam asked, seeking an outstanding idea from her as always.“Is there a reason for the change?.” Jessica asked.“Well…. As you already know, I do not have a hold of all of TRIX’s properties— my father does. But so far, I have made some businesses and I can have them under my name through TRIX.”“.... I still have a share of TRIX though but a big side is the requirements my father has placed in place for some attainable access.” He continued explaining.“What about his lawyers? Maybe a written statement? A wil
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Liam entered Jessica's office and upon seeing the situation, immediately intervened to unhand her from the grip of Lucas.On getting her released, she coughed continuously, while he played the part of aid to her. Lucas simply soon in a carefree manner, unapologetic.“What the hell is going on here?” Liam asks, startled as he gradually stands up from when he had Jessica, faced to Lucas.“Lucas! What the hell man?”“My secretary?”“—What was that all about?” “For whatever reason Lucas?” Liam questioned continuously, his anger gradually stirring up.“Oh c'mon, she's a fine piece, don't you think?” Delusionally, Lucas replied.Making Jessica stare wide at him.“What?”“Is this a sexual violation?”“How dare you, man?” Liam's anger widened.“.... Well. I'm just saying. —I was only getting a piece.” Lucas continued his witty reasons without remorse.“You're out of your mind. —I need you to leave.” He demanded.“No—no Liam. Don't say that!” Lucas began, a spark in his voice, about to unlea
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The medical personnel came as Liam had said and in due time, Jessica was relieved of the tension, bruised wrist, and red neck. A good time to rest and think carefully about the next step to take.The weekend was gradually crawling in and Mr Troy was yet to give feedback on the next move for her.Ann was already on her way to Jessica's and that could only mean a weekend of relaxation, catching up, and lots of girl fun.“.... Ugh... I miss you!” Ann snuggled Jessica like a little doll for a warm welcome.“ You're….. choking…. Me.” Jessica managed out from the intensity of her wrap.Ann finally let go and they both gave a light laughter.The girls caught up on all of Ann's affairs. A moment ago, one would have thought Ann to be void of feelings and love for anyone, but here she was talking about a guy she might be interested in.“.... It's good for you.” Jessica pitched in.“Yeah. I know.” Ann mocked her statement. Another soft laugh.The love episodes Ann explained all brought some form
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Mr Troy had left a message on Jessica's phone and when she woke up, a bit of a headache featuring the morning, the message simply read: “Hello Jess. I came up with a way around this little problem of ours. Reach out when you can.”Liam too had dropped a message to check up on her after the ugly incident at the office but the feeling of sweetness that she would have felt became sour as her heart replayed the incident. It felt like Liam placed a dot on her conscience at the mention of his name or anything related to him.Just over the weekend too, he had mentioned the insight of her coming to the office which made her know she was still needed at TRIX.Jessica tugged out of bed and it seemed like the after effects of two nights ago still had an impact on her.A quick wash up and self therapy of yoga and little words of encouragement set the day off for her.“Morning Beth.” She said as they had met at the entrance, just before she used the elevator.Up on the top floor, her little skirt
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“Hey. What's up man.” Greg opted for a handshake to Liam. He accepted, and with a single shoulder hug and gentle pat on the back, they retreated to take their seats.“.... Good to see you Greg.” Liam replied.“Having a busy day already?” Greg asked.“It's kinda a routine now.” “.... Never getting used to it.” Liam responded and they both laughed a bit.“Tea?” Liam asked, making a point to the cups and tea jug.“... That'd be awesome.” He went on to get some.“You usually have your secretary in at this time, don't you?” Greg asked, turning to look towards the door and back at Liam.“... She should be here any moment from now.” Liam responded.The rhythmic click of Jessica's heels echoed through the polished hallway as she hurried towards Liam's office. Liam had informed her of the meeting with Greg through an email earlier in the morning but a couple of paperwork had kept her on standby.Reaching Liam's office, Jessica found him already there. Across from him, a tall man with a dazzl
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“A fever?” Evelyn cried.“Oh c'mon mom. It's just a day off work.” Liam replied to his mother who was already making a big deal out of the situation.“You need to see a doctor.”“I'd call Dr Davis right away.” Evelyn continued.She had placed both hands on his cheeks as though he was a baby who needed to be pet.“No mom. You don't have to.”“I'm fine.”“I'm only taking the day off from the office. And —no, I don't have a fever. I can still work.” Liam replied, holding her arms and rubbing on them to reassure her.“I don't think so Liam.”“You look sick.” She looked him directly in the eyes, almost summoning tears to her eyes.“—Just hold on. Let me call him.” She added.“... You really don't have to.”“I just need some time away. —A different air perhaps. —Away from distractions.” Liam explained.Evelyn raised her brows, a sign of discovery from his words.“Did you say distractions?” She asked.“TRIX stands on a prestigious ground and you command every bit of its dynasty. What seems t
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“What say you….. For instance, a man. A grown man feels a gush of melting coal down his throat. Sweating out profusely.”“—And then, his close vicinity and the people around him trigger that feeling even more.” He explained.His descriptions were hardly understandable and Beth struggled to make sense of them.“... I don't follow Mr. Liam,” she replied.Trying so hard to miss the intended details, Liam spoke in parables to Beth. Would he look stupid talking to her about such things in detail? He wondered.“... Perhaps a desire for something far from what the environment speaks. —When an encounter is made, it feels somewhat exhilarating to the mind.” He continued, his words bringing unmatchable meanings. “.... Perhaps, if you explain in detail I could grasp what you mean to say. —I honestly don't understand any of what you've said, Mr Liam.” Miss Beth responded.Perhaps this was a bad idea!Maybe talking to Beth was not what he needed. She couldn't understand his simple words. How w
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