Asia who was seated beside fortune clearly heard the dialogue between the two and was utterly shocked. "fortune I can take anything but this is too much. You must not allow him talk to you in such a way? just because you love him, doesn't mean he should treat you like trash" Asia said in a sharp tone. Fortune felt her heartstrings tighten. "it's alright Asia, he probably has so many things to handle" fortune said, defending Alex. Asia was shocked, is it that love has turned fortune into a complete blind fool such that she can't see the handwriting on the war?
Asia thought to herself. So this means if I tell her that Alex is in town, she won't believe me. Asia felt helpless. "fortune, I am your best friend and I won't lie to you. Alex is not the right person for you" Asia calmly said. Fortune shook her head in denial "said please don't start. there is no right person, no one is perfect. Just because he is busy, it doesn't mean I should blow things out of proportion, I must understand him" fortune calmly explained. "fortune there is nothing to understand here, absolutely nothing!That was a bunch of baloney he told you. I am not asking you to have a perfect boyfriend, of course, we all know there is no perfect person but what I am saying is that he is not the one for you and I won't allow anyone to maltreat or torture you emotionally" Asia said firmly. "Asia, please just try and understand. He must be busy or something...Asia stood up and walked away in a foot of anger, not wanting to hear fortunes words. Fortune knew that her best friend was angry, she sighed helplessly not knowing what to do.Asia, how do I tell you that my whole being feels like it solely depends on Alex? my mind is always thinking about him and my heart beats for him. Every time I think of him, and the memories we shared, I don't know, I feel loved and the manner in which I miss him now is indescribable. Asia on the other side was on the phone with Chris " baby this guy just told fortune that he is not in the city. Why don't you go to the law firm and see if he is there?" Asia suggested. Chris on the other end nodded in agreement "yes, let me do that". Asia smiled then hung up. Meanwhile, Alex and Kim, were at the airport, waiting to board their flight to England. "darling, we will be out for a month and will only be back a few days before our engagement, won't this affect your work in any way?" Kim suddenly asked Alex who stood beside him. Alex smiled "well, I asked for a two full months' leave. Everything is fine, don't worry" Alex casually responded. On the other end, Chris went to the law firm and didn't see Alex around "excuse me, sir, are you looking for someone?" Chris looked at the young lady in front of him and smiled."I was looking for attorney Alex, is he in?" Chris politely asked. "oh, sir, I am sorry you just missed him, he came to ask for leave earlier and won't be available for some time..I can help you get another attorney if you like" Chris smiled and shook his head "no, don't worry that won't be necessary. I just wanted to thank him for the help he rendered. But seeing that he is not around, I will take my leave now" Chris finished saying then walked away. He stood in the parking lot near his car and dialed Asia's number and the call soon connected."Hey, Alex just asked for leave at work and left. I honestly don't know where he is now. Bottom line is that he has been lying to fortune all this while. Alex who was still at the airport took out his phone and sent fortune a message. "hey, I will be traveling out of the country for some time, take care of yourself, love you", fortune was stunned reading the message that Alex sent her. She was overjoyed for the fact that he considered her and informed her of his departure. This strangely made fortune happy.Fortune smiled brightly and was in a good mood."damn that liar! why lie to fortune in such a way? his so heartless" Asia scolded. Chris sighed "well it is what it is. I don't know if telling fortune about this will make her believe us". Asia shook her head "she won't believe us. maybe with time she will see him for who he is, I will keep advising her" Asia said helplessly. She stood up and went to fortunes room to see if she was fine and was shocked upon seeing her smile. "hmm fortune, what happened? why do you look so happy? did you win a lottery?" Asia asked as she sat beside her friend. "well, Alex just sent me a message saying that he will be traveling out of the country and that he loves me, he also asked me to take care of myself" fortune said as she slightly blushed. Asia was utterly shocked, what kind of a game is this guy playing? she thought to herself. "Asia, Asia did you even hear me?" fortune asked Asia who seemed as if she was in deep thought, but in actual sense, Asia was shocked. "oh, oh I understand, well okay, but fortune, to be honest with you, Alex is not the one for you. I hope you don't realize this when it's too late. A guy that never calls nor does he message you for more than two weeks. Do you think he cares?" Asia tried to make a point but it was hopeless, fortune was smiling and thinking about who knows what. Asia felt irritated, she stood up and lazily walked to her room seeing that fortune was completely absent-minded. Fortune was deep in thoughts, imagining how beautiful her life would be with Alex beside her, the number of children they would have, all these thoughts brought light to fortune's life. It seemed as if things were back to normal.While in Canada, on an island, Zack was enjoying his wine "sir, you are back". Zack looked at his private investigator and smiled then nodded " hmm, yes I am back. Ken, did you get what I asked of you?". Ken nodded respectfully and took out a file from his briefcase then stretched out his arm to Zack. "sir, here you go. Everything you need to know is in here". Zack nodded and motioned for the investigator, ken, to put the file on the side table. " Now, can you give me a summary of what you found out. I will go through the file later".Ken nodded as he put the file on the table and stood upright and cleared his throat before talking. "sir, to summarize the information I found. Miss Nora was immediately forced to get engaged by her father, that was a few weeks after they left the city. Nora's father wanted to strengthen the relationship between him and his best friend by letting his best friend's son named Curtis and his daughter form a marriage relationship. Miss Nora was against
Nora was silent and didn't respond to Zack. "Nora, it's pointless to object, I wasn't even asking for your consent, I was telling you" beep, beep, zack hung up without a care. He turned and was shocked upon seeing the person standing in front of him. A tall handsome and charming man stood with his hands in his trouser pockets and a shirt with a smirk on his charming face. Zack was more handsome than the man in front of him but the man in front of him had an irresistible charm, this man was Lewis, zacks old friend and business partner."damn it! Lewis, why didn't you tell me you were coming?" Zack scolded. Lewis smiled and pulled zack into a hug. Zack irritatingly pushed Lewis away "Ahh Lewis! what's wrong with you? you know how much I hate hugs especially from men, just look at how tight you were holding me, I hate such. If you are here to irritate me, you better throw yourself through the window and go back to wherever you came from. You hear me?" Zack roared. Lewis couldn't hol
Asia introduced the two people who didn't know each other. Fortune smiled and stretched out her arm "hello, I am fortune, nice meeting you". Lewis smiled and shook fortunes hand " nice meeting you as well, I am Lewis". Asia smiled then helped Lewis to his seat "Asia please, I am not a kid, I mean I can sit by myself" Lewis said helplessly. At this moment, Chris surprisingly walked in without using the doorbell the picture he saw shocked him. When did this guy come? "well, well, look who just walked in. Long time no see"Lewis said provocatively.Chris chuckled "and where did you come from? did you suddenly fall from the sky?" Chris asked. Lewis lazily waved his arm " oh no Chris, I came to see Asia. Is there anything wrong with that?" Lewis responded.Fortune was shocked and figured out what was happening. Asia on the other hand just blankly stared at the two men who kept on exchanging blows with words. "alright, you two, you have grown up now, please sto
Zack felt like something wasn't right, I need to get rid of this strange feeling, I think that it would be better to carry out a DNA test with Jasper just to confirm that he is my son, that way, I will definitely form a bond with him. Zack thought to himself.Being a psychologist, he knew he had doubts about Jasper from the beginning but for some reason, he decided to let things be and that changed nothing. Maybe some proof would help zack fully bond with his son knowing that it's his flesh and blood.. He got along well with Jasper but he could still feel that the fatherly bond was missing. Zack took out his phone and called his personal doctor over to his house. "Afternoon doc, how are you?" Zack greeted respectfully. A middle-aged man wearing glasses and of medium height sat on the opposite side. "yes sir, I am fine thank you. At your service sir," the doctor bowed his head slightly. Zack felt helpless, these people always wanted to act formal with him. "uncle, I
camilla smiled, "don't worry just hold her carefully. Terry got a hold of his little princess and she immediately stopped crying. Camilla found this a little strange. Is it just me or this little girl stopped crying immediately after Terry held her? camilla shook off her thoughts, no this could be my imagination. Terry held the little sweet baby till she fell asleep. Only a father knew how special this feeling was and he felt it. Putting his little princess to bed, Terry felt like a complete man, he fed camilla her breakfast then told her stories for the first time to keep her company. Till later in the day.While on an island, Zack was told that the DNA report was ready and the doctor was on his way. He paced back and forth in his living room. Feeling tense and anxious. He didn't know that one day, something as simple as a DNA report would make him feel this way. His phone rang a few times but he chose to ignore the calls because it was Nora calling him. Zack looked at the name
Zack got the little boy and put him on his lap, "of course, I will take you " Zack assured the little Jasper. The boy put his little palm on his mouth failing to believe it, he threw himself in zacks arms and wrapped his fat little hands around his neck "thank you, daddy, you are the best". Zack smiled gently, he wasn't going to tell this innocent boy that his father is probably dead and he has a mother who hates him, it might affect his childhood so he chose to leave things in this way. The child is happy, that's all that matters now.At this moment, ken walked in and saw the scene in front of him, He cleared his throat before speaking "sir, good afternoon". Zack turned and saw ken standing not far from him. He smiled and looked at the little boy on his lap " will you let Daddy work now? I have some work to deal with now". The little boy nodded cleverly then jumped off zacks lap and ran to his room. "ken, tell me what you found" zack said as he focused his attention on ken. "sir
"Asia, I won't hide this from you, the thing is that I don't like the way you spend so much of your time with Lewis. I am not comfortable with it, can't you see what he is doing?" Chris said in an agitated way. Asia raised her eyebrow questioningly "Chris, what's the problem with me spending time with an old friend? come on honey don't start with your jealousy tantrum we are way past that stage. Please don't start" Asia said as she stood up and slowly walked to the door. Chris hastily grabbed Asia's wrist before she could turn the doorknob.Asia looked back at Chris helplessly "please don't do this, you can't be jealous over lewis. I mean we have all grown up together and have always been friends so what has changed now?". Chris shook his head in disagreement " you are wrong. Lewis wants you. Asia, he has feelings for you and I am only trying to protect what's mine that's it. Can't you see what he has been doing? he is trying to distance us from each other so he can have a chance
Chris if you dare make any mistake, I will not hesitate to take Asia away from you. As a guy, I was only doing what any guy who's in love would do. Asia is not married so I don't mind chasing after her even though she has a boyfriend. I hope you don't mess up otherwise, you better brace yourself for what's to come. lewis had a smirk on his face as he drove to his apartment. Meanwhile, Chris who was burning with anger took out his phone and called Zack, the phone rang for some time and there was no answer. Chris decided to try again and this time, the call connected. "Chris, how..." Zack, you better tell that crazy friend of yours to stop playing mind games with me. Tell him to keep away from Asia or you won't like what I will do to him" Chris interrupted Zack."hmm what has Lewis done this time? from what I remember, his grown and his actions are not reckless, he is a mature man so I believe he wouldn't do anything of his limits" Zack said in lewis defense. Chris sighed to ca
The call got disconnected and fortune was all over Zack. "Come on Zack did you have to say that, do you want to make my relationship with my dad awkward? Come on don't be so mea "At this moment, the back door of the car was suddenly opened, Zack and fortune simultaneously looked at who opened the door and saw Asia carefully sitting inside the car."Fortune, you have already tied your life to this big bully, you need to get used to it" Asia said in a mocking tone. Fortune and Asia enjoyed the ride while Zack drove to a restaurant not far from the main villa where they lived. The three had their lunch and went back.Ashley sat in his room, he was in such deep thought that he didn't hear the door being opened. "Ashley, do you have a few minutes to spare?" Asia asked politely. Ashley didn't respond or look at her, Asia raised her brow and looked at Ashley, she noticed he was in deep thought."Ashley,
Asia sat in her room in deep thought. She sighed heavily then stood up and grabbed her bag then walked out. She asked one of the driver's outside to prepare the car and sat in the back seat of the car. "Ma'am, where am I taking you?" The driver asked respectfully."Hunter's view cemetery " Asia responded lazily. The driver nodded then drove out... ashley stood near the window and looked at the car that drove out, he sighed helplessly and questioned if he was doing the right thing. He knew that Asia would probably never love him cause she had always loved Chris. What will be left of md if she doesn't fall for me? I probably will never have a child in my life cause she will never allow me touch her, but what kind of a life will that be? Am I subjecting my life to some sort of self imprisonment because of love? Ashley shook his head...no, why am I thinking this way? I can't turn back on my decision, I must
Zack just nodded, he had no other words to say, No answers to give as to why all this happened. Mr Jacobs turned and walked out leaving zack in the ward. A few hours slowly went by , zack was still in the ward, he tried to sleep a couple of times but couldn't. "Chris, don't go, you can't leave me, please come back. If..if you leave, what's there for me to live for? OK fine...fine, if you want to leave, I will come with you. I...I will come with you, wait for me, Chris! I said wait for me, don't leave me please. I need you, don't go" Asia said in her sleep as tears flowed down her face. Zack was taken aback by this, it was obvious this dream felt real for her. He walked up to Asia's bed side and patted her on the cheek. "Asia, wake up, it's just a dream, wake up! Come on wake up""No, Chris come back, come back to me""Asia wake up! Zack said in a loud voice.Asia opened her eyes, she sat u
Asia felt like her world was coming to an end, everything around her began to spin uncontrollably until everything suddenly became dark. Asia passed out at this moment, "doctor, hey nurse. Take her to the ward, let her rest. Give her something that will help her rest" zack instructed the nurses around then sat on a corner in deep thought. At this moment, he didn't even what he was thinking of. Fortune wiped her tears then walked up to zack's side. She sat beside him and threw herself in his arms , a hug is all she could do right now to comfort him. Fortune thought about Asia's state and shivered upon thinking of the scene earlier. Exactly how will Asia manage without Chris in her life. Half of her life has been about him, she has loved him for so many years and now, he is gone. Zack held fortune in his arms as he blankly stared at the wall in the opposite direction. Chris father was comforting his wife, he looked at
At this moment there was a loud roar of thunder and it soon began to rain...with the wind and lightening, Zack felt even worse by the sudden storm. He felt like the whole world was closing in on him. He had never felt this helpless before , the pain was suffocating him , no air conditioning was enough to make the sweat off his forehead stop. He had no idea on how to console Asia or what words to use... Or find something to say that could make her feel better. Zack paced back and forth thinking of what he would do next. Kevin is dead, Alex was also dead, what else could he do in the name of revenge? This feeling was something he had never felt before, he suddenly screamed with all his might then fell to the ground again, panting and sweating. "Zack you need to calm down, it's not like Chris is dead so just..."Only a miracle can save him at this moment" Zack interrupted absent mindedly. Terry was stunned, could it be that the situation is this bad?
Asia smiled at her father and they slowly walked in. Fortune and camilla went in last and sat at the back . Asia felt a little nervous but with her father beside her, she felt relieved."Chris, I give my daughter to you, my only daughter. Love her, take care of her as a wife, respect her and always make her happy" Asia's father said this with so much emotions, he stepped back and motioned for the priest to begin the ceremony. Kevin who was in the crowd signaled for Alex to get ready, he was not willing to wait for Chris and Asia to be pronounced husband and wife....At this moment, Kevin and Alex both stood to their feet, Ashley who was a little absent minded noticed this action and subconsciously yelled in a loud voice "Asia get down". Chris reacted before the bullet could reach Asia,he stood in front of Asia like a shield, receiving the bullets being shot at him. The church hall was in chaos as everyone lay on the floor screaming
"Zack come on, must you mock me on my wedding day? Give me a break man, what's wrong with you?""Ok fine, listen here, stop worrying about this little bow tie and pay heed to my words. I am advising you as a friend, women can be a little funny at times, you need to treat your wife with extra care, get her some roses on your way back home..at least do it frequently. I learned this on the internet, it's another way to avoid too much nagging. So if you want less nagging, get her rose flowers on your way back home, get her chocolate or ice cream as well, you know how much she likes such irritating foods.And advising you as a brother in law, don't you dare hurt my little sister, or else I will forget about our friendship and skin you alive"Chris sighed helplessly without knowing what to say."Terry, organize a few of your men, just for security purposes. Kevin wouldn't try to make any funny moves, at least that's what I think" Zack said in a firm voice."Ok a
Fortune pouted her lips, "Zack, stop playing around here, I am serious. I want to ask you a question and I need you to answer me honestly"Zack nodded to fortune then closed his laptop and gave his attention to her.Asia looked at the two and thought it would be inappropriate for her to stay.She stood up and fixed her clothes then cleared her throat just to , get their attention. "I will leave you two so you can catch up. Fortune, remember my wedding will be soon and I have yet to make a decision concerning my wedding dress. I will need your help so don't give so much of your time on my brother, please. I am the one who needs attention. My brother is fine and healthy as you can see. So please, I hope you keep my words in mind. Your best friend needs you now more than ever" Asia said mockingly and winked at Zack before she turned."You say that you need her now more than ever, are you going to marry her? She must spend most of her time with the ma
Fortune giggled and quickly left the ward. Natasha was taken aback by the interaction between the two and was immersed in jealousy. What does this girl have that I don't have? Why does every man want her? I know fortune is a beauty but I am equally beautiful. I was hoping I could get close to this patient but this silly girl seems to move faster than me. But wait, it seems the two knew each other before now. Anyways it doesn't matter, I need this handsome guy, he must be mine. After all, it's obvious Ken doesn't want me, I lost interest in him the day I saw Zack so why should I waste my time on ken? Natasha was deeply immersed in her own thoughts, forgetting about Zack."Is this how you work?" Zack spoke in a deep voice which startled Natasha."Oh sir, I am sorry about that. Let me quickly check on your wound, we need to make sure there isn't any infection" Natasha spoke in a soft voice.Zack didn't say anything, he let Natasha check on his wound until she was done.