One needed to be able to commit a heinous, serious crime that could amount to treason for you to be visited by a Level Five official of the Audit Commission. Either that, or you’ve pissed off a very powerful government official who had enough influence to point the Audit Commission in your direction. She had been none, but Sally had used the influence of where she worked to get the Audit Commission at the Sharks’ group. If they were not popular for anything, they were known for finding the smallest of faults or digging the deepest and finding out your secrets, no matter how deep you think you have buried them. Their team of computer and software professionals had recently uncovered a faster way of recovering files that had been deleted from computer systems even as far back as fifteen years ago. There was no way to escape from them; the only way you’re safe is if their searchlight wasn’t extended onto you. They had done their job as usual, but it would take over three days to prop
This was going to be the litigation of the century. No one had ever tried to dispute the ruling of the Audit Commission, not to mention taking them to court, but Freda was here, trying to do exactly what no one in history had ever done. She was so bent on dragging them to court, and Andre wondered if her mother should actually drag the audit commission to get level or just drag Sally and Lana to court over one thing or another; there was always one reason to go to court if her mother wanted it. The meeting with the lawyers was getting heated, and Freda wasn’t taking it easy on the innocent legal practitioners. “Spare me all those shenanigans and shitty stories. How can we get out of this mess?” she questioned bluntly. Alex adjusted his eyeglasses to properly sit on his nose. “If we are going to do this, I’m going to know what is involved here.” “That is business for the family lawyer, not you. Do you want to do this, or do you want to get out of here?” "Well, then, we could act
Freda had to try all the possible entrances and gateways she knew to bail herself out of this mess. She had gotten her legal counsel, but she knew very well that winning against the legal team of the audit committee was virtually impossible. Now, she had to try other ways, which included inviting Lana over and interviewing her. Of course, Freda was cunning, and she just needed a loop where Lana wouldn’t be so careful, then she could drag her into the pit. Being the respectful girl she had been, Lana accepted the invitation and offered to come to a place of Freda’s choosing. Little did she know that she was being invited to the slaughterhouse. Over the course of the week, she had asked her contact to dig into the past of everyone that might influence the court ruling. The judge, the government counsel, the chairman, and the executive members of the audit committee—even down to her own legal team—had ordered a dig for everything. Her father’s words echoed in her ears. You never know
She couldn’t possibly know the kind of trap she was walking into. Despite the perils of the business world that she had successfully navigated to this point, Freda still considered Lana a little too gullible at this point. That’s why she had just consented to the invitation without giving it a second thought. Freda had planted camera men with equipment ready to stream their conversation, and her legal team had also invited the senior team; there was no way Lana could escape their interviewing wits without getting herself into a scandal that would surely burn her in one way or another. Freda smiled, satisfied with her own plan, and sat in the restaurant, waiting for her team of lawyers and then her prey. Lana, dressed in a sleek and sophisticated ensemble, exudes confidence and poise. She donned a tailored black pencil skirt that fell just above her knees, paired with a crisp white blouse adorned with subtle lace trim and a delicate silver brooch. A fitted blazer complements her cur
“What do you mean by seeing me before she dies?” “It’s what you heard, Cameron.” He could feel her cracking voice as she tried to bite back the tears. “Will you please calm down and tell me how all this happened?” “Two weeks ago, she was diagnosed with coronary artery disease. The doctor gave her two months before she gave up the ghost, and she has been in the hospital ever since.” “Why are you just telling me about all this now?” “We’ve not been able to reach you up until now!!” She screamed, the frustration in her voice always showing itself. “I’ll be home the first thing tomorrow morning.” “The earlier, the better.” He dropped the call, his heart racing in fear and anticipation, not knowing what he was going to meet at home. He hated seeing his mom cry, but now that she was sick and on the deathbed, He couldn’t even bring himself to imagine how it must have been. This was surely the end of the work for the day; there was no way he could sign these papers in front of him i
The trip to Cartonica had been gruesome, lasting seventeen hours, but Cameron had paid no attention to the time spent. If it were within his power, he would have stopped the pilot from giving them the two-hour stopover that occurred in between the trips. As he got down from the phone, he quickly took off his phone from the flight mode as previously advised by the pilot and placed a call through to Becca. The call droned on until it was forwarded to the answering machine. It was strange for her to leave her phone hanging, but then strange things had been happening these days—a lot of strange things. He properly straightened the jacket he was wearing and headed towards the relaxation area like the other travellers, paying constant attention to the expensive, shiny timepiece on his hand, measuring the time used and the time he still had. He looked around the airport, searching for somewhere he could find something to fill his stomach on, and discovered where they had landed was more
Lana sat in the depressingly massive office space, staring at the mountainous stacks of paper sitting before her in a very neat manner as a million thoughts crossed to and from the thresholds of her mind. She tried her possible best to make it make sense to her in a way she knew wouldn’t. Cameron had not told her he had a family; no, he never mentioned a family in her hearing, and now that she knew about it, she couldn’t help but fight the feeling of doubt and uncertainty that was slowly finding her way to the memories of him that she held sacred. Restless, she stood up from the chair and paced to and fro the office space, not even knowing where she was itching from. She took her phone and went to his office upstairs, not looking for anything in particular. On getting to the door of his office, she met the secretary prancing out of the office. “What were you doing?” she asked suspiciously. “I went to supervise the cleaner and made sure she did her job the way she’s supposed to,”
The company’s cafeteria, known affectionately as “The Hub," was a warm and welcoming oasis in the midst of the bustling corporate landscape. The aroma of freshly cooked food wafted through the air, enticing employees to take a break from their desks and gather around the tables. Known for its warm and inviting atmosphere, the Hub boasts comfortable seating and vibrant décor, and the menu is diverse and affordable, offering a range of options to suit various tastes and dietary needs. The Hub serves a mix of classic comfort food, international cuisine, and healthy options, all at prices that were streamlined to suit the needs of the middle- and low-class workers of the company. From hearty sandwiches and soups to flavorful curries and stir-fries, there’s something for everyone. Lana watched as employees lingered over their meals, the hum of conversation and the clinking of utensils against plates creating a sense of community and camaraderie. The Hub seemed to be more than a place to