Donald got up from his chair and went to the dinning table. He opened the lunch box and was greeted by a very sweet and heart warming aroma.
"Wow, Darryl, on second thought, I think I'll get married, if I'll be getting such an aromantic lunch delivered to me at the office everyday. I think my life will be fulfilled then."Darryl kept typing on his laptop as if he did not see or hear anything all the while.Since it was evident he was not going to eat the food she had delivered, Donald did him the favour and ate everything while praising Kelsa."WOW! This is delicious! So, so, so, delicious! It is even better than where we've been going for lunch. Trust me, this is the best I've ever had. The best, do you hear me? Oh my God! You are married to a chef. WOW!!! Darryl, you are married to the best chef I've ever seen." Donald Dark revealed.Donald kept singing praises till he finished everything in the lunch box.After licking all his five fingers, he went to the washroom and washed his hands.Donald Dark bade farewell to Darryl and went to his own office.It was a very bad day for Darryl. He had a very busy day, so he stayed in his office all day.After what seemed like ages, he finally got up from his seat and took the document of the invitation from his desk.He placed it in his briefcase and ordered his assistant to take it to the car.Darryl went into his room the minute he got to the Mansion. He placed his briefcase on the bed and took out the document.He looked at the seal on it for some time and placed it in his drawer and then dashed to the bathroom.After about fifteen minutes, he came out, laid on the bed and fell asleep.***Little droplets of rain could be seen on the ground and in the garden. It was obvious it had rained heavily the previous night.Kelsa woke up with a very bad cough. It seemed the nightmares have returned.She had been having the same nightmare for more than nine years now and seeing faces she doesn't remember, she doesn't even know anyone from that dream.Her entire face was looking so pale as though she was a pot of hot soup, and she was sweating profusely in bed, shivering all over. The bed was very wet as if a bucket of water had been poured on it.The maid, Mavis Oscar, went to knock on her door as usual. She comes everyday to check up on her, ever since she got into the Shaw Mansion as the Young Mistress about a week ago.Mavis has constantly been checking up on her every morning as a routine because, the Old Master Shaw has ordered her to do so on his behalf.Upon knocking on the door for a long time and not receiving any response, she run upstairs to call her boss."Young Master, Young Mistress is not responding. I've been knocking on her door for sometime now but there's no response. I think something is wrong with her." Mavis reported with a frightened expression.Darryl replied coldly "I'm not a doctor, get the spare key and find out what's wrong with her.She's been pretending to be a virtuous woman for a week now when she's actually a lazy bone, and she's tired of cooking already. Her true colours are finally showing up."The maid run to the next room and quickly took the MasterCard to open Kelsa's room.Upon entering the room, the scene before her eyes scared her to death. She did't know what to do.She run upstairs to tell Darryl the condition, only for him to say, "Take her to the hospital if you think there's something wrong with her then. What do I care. I've already told you that I'm not a doctor."Mavis quickly run back to Kelsa's room and asked some of the servants to help her take the Young Mistress to the City Hospital.She was given an IV infusion after series of tests were run on her. Her fever broke down after a while and she was transferred to the VIP ward.It was decorated very extravagantly. One look and you can tell that it was made for those in the upper class society.Kelsa was laying on the hospital bed like a beautiful fairy. Her perfectly smooth skin was as white as snow and her long nose was as pointed as the tip of a sketch pencil.Her long black hair however, looked extremely disheveled and her beautiful blue eyes were drained of colour.Mavis stayed with her for three days without going back to the Shaw Mansion.Darryl didn't even bother to show up. They lived like total strangers. Therefore, he was not obliged to take care of her.At least, that was his thought.He had already made things clear to her on the first day that, marriage is just a sham and everyone is supposed to be in their league.After the Doctor had check up on Kelsa as a regular routine the next morning, he realized that she looked better than the previous day. So, he asked Mavis to settle the bill so she could be discharged.After feeding her lady boss with some warm soup, Mavis walked out of the ward and called Old Master Julian Shaw, Darryl's father, to give him the update. "Old Master, the doctor said that the Young Mistress can be discharged today. Therefore, I am calling to inform you about it.""Has Darryl settled the bills already?" Old Master Shaw asked."No please." She replied and quickly added,"He said he has an important meeting this morning and cannot make it." Mavis tried to cover up for her young master."Don't worry, use the card I gave you to settle the bill, I don't know what to do with that son of mine." Old Master Shaw complained.After everything was settled, Kelsa got discharged and her personal driver helped her out of the ward.They set off to the Shaw Mansion.Upon entering the mansion, she was greeted by a sophisticatedly dressed lady at the staircase.She was chewing a gum in an exaggerated manner.Her hair was tied up in a bun with a very thick makeup on, and a very red lipstick.She was in a short skirt. In actual fact, she was dressed in very revealing clothes from head to toe.When she saw Kelsa, she asked her in a vengeful tone "So, you are the one who took the title of Mrs Shaw from me. Right? Let's see if you have what it takes to compete with me.""Let me give you a little advice, life is not as simple as you think. Just a quick reminder, I am not someone a little girl like you can ever mess with. So don't try it. It's not nice to meet you." The lady said to Kelsa after a pause."It's all my fault, I am so sorry." Kelsa apologized."Does it matter? You are here anyway. Since you are ready to be Mrs. Shaw, then be ready to dance when the drum starts beating." Abigail threatened.After that, she walked to the master bedroom. It was still daytime and Darryl was still in the office.Therefore, it was obvious this lady had been given her own set of keys to the Mansion.Mavis quickly explained to Kelsa in a whisper, "She is Miss Abigail Duke, Young Master Shaw's fiance. Oh no. I mean eerh, she is... she is Young Master's friend. I'm sorry, Young Mistress.""It's okay, I don't mind. It's not like we are in a relationship." Kelsa replied with a sweet smile.After helping Kelsa to her room, Mavis left. Realizing that she was all alone in her room now, it suddenly dawned on her that she's actually the most lonely person in this world. She laid in bed and cried her heart out. It was obvious that he doesn't care for her. She had been hospitalized for three days and yet, not even a single phone call to even check up on her at the hospital.He didn't even bother to pay the bills. But upon her return, his fiancee had officially been accepted into the family. She's coming to live with them from now on. Perhaps he brought her here intentionally to come and mistreat her.This saddened Kelsa so much that she lost her appetite. She spent the whole day in her room without realizing that it was very late. This was the first time she actually missed her father very much. She took her phone and called her little sister.Immediately the call was conne
Where she had been staying ever since she got into the mansion.She locked herself up in the room and cried bitterly as she thought to herself. 'Why is Abigail being so mean to me? I'm not happy here, and it is not as if I am in love with that grumpy old man. Or that I want to take him away from her, so why is she treating me this way?'She was saddened by the whole incident. Kelsa has been leaving a fate worse than death since her first day on this earth. She lived in a very big mansion with a lovely father, but a mother that treated her like a stranger. She had no idea why her mother behaved that way, yet, it was evident that her mother hated her to the core.They are three siblings, three girls to be precise. She is not the first born. Nor is she the last, she is in the middle. Therefore, it is difficult to understand why her own birth mother would detest her this way. Her mother treated her other siblings with so much love and care that often made Kelsa jealous. Which was the
For the first time in his life, he actually regretted always allowing Donald to eat everything she brought to him, as he claimed it was poisoned. Because of the tastiness of the food, he ate two varieties and allowed Donald to eat only one. Afterwards, he got up by himself as he was prepared to place the second lunch box in the refrigerator. "Aren't we going to open it and see what's inside?" Donald asked with a surprised look."It's not yours. I'll warm it up when it's lunch time." Darryl answered. "Wow! So, now you know how to warm food? This doesn't suit you. Trust me, you've been so mean to this girl. I think it's time you changed your attitude towards the poor girl." Donald suggested."Shut the f*ck up." Darryl replied. Donald laughed heartily. "Okay, okay! I found the files you asked me to bring. Darryl, we've been sending so many business proposals to Johnson Group, but this company is something else. They never reply to our numerous letters. We've been writing letters to
After pausing slightly, Kelsa continued. "Just so I can have peace of mind and to live in a serene environment. Alright bother-in-law, I will not keep bothering you. I'm sure you have tons of work to do. So, I'll leave you to it. See you tomorrow then."After saying a brief goodbye, Kelsa hung up the call. 'This girl is strange and sweet. I really do like her and I pray very soon, Darryl falls in love with her. But I don't think I will wait for that long. If he seems uninterested even after being married to her for a year, I will kindly ask him to let me marry her. She deserves every bit of happiness she can get.' Donald thought to himself and continued with his work.Very soon, it was lunch time. Before Darryl could get up from his chair, Donald had already entered the office."What do you want again?" Darryl asked dejectedly."What else, if not lunch? Isn't it obvious enough?" Donald replied."Oh my goodness! I don't know how I made friends with an elephant, who always wants to ea
She went to the kitchen to confront Kelsa. "And why are you smiling?" Abigail asked with so much venom in her eyes."Oh! You are awake. Good Morning Miss Abigail! I've already prepared breakfast. I'm preparing lunch so that you don't go hungry." Kelsa said while smiling gleefully."It's good you know your duties in this Mansion." Abigail retorted arrogantly and added. "When you are done with the cooking, I want you to tidy up the master bedroom. It's a little messed up. Darryl made me so exhausted last night, and we messed the whole room up. So, clean it up! After cleaning the room, I want you to see to the jacuzzi and fill it up with milk for me. I want to treat my body." Abigail observed Kelsa's facial expression while she ordered. When she noticed that Kelsa was still smiling, she was so angry that her face changed color. She continued with her orders. "Before I forget, I don't want you to use the washing machine to do the laundry today, It has worn my clothes out. I want you t
"Really? Little sister, is that really you? Wow! You look so big and beautiful! What an awesome surprise. It's really nice to see you again!" Donald was very happy to have finally met their little sister again. After hearing Donald say that Darryl is allergic to touch, Abigail restricted herself from hugging him. She knew fully well that, she was not their little sister. Since then, anytime she wanted to touch Darryl, she would make sure she was putting on gloves. Often times, she would say she was practicing hygiene or her acting skills. But, Darryl had never for once, seen through her lies.After they called a truce, Darryl kindly requested Kelsa to sit down and wait on him while he ate.She happily obliged. They continued chatting while he ate."I'm sorry I did not return the hand shake earlier. It wasn't me trying to be rude, and certainly wasn't intentional. I am allergic to touch. If I had returned that hand shake, I don't know what would have happened by now. I probably wo
Kelsa looked at her and asked in return. "Do you know that Darryl is allergic to touch?" "Yes. Everyone in this Mansion knows. To be able to work for the Shaws, you would have to know every bit of important information about them. Else, you will not be allowed to work here. Because, you might accidentally touch the Young Master. Which could cause a serious problem." Mavis replied truthfully. "I see." Kelsa was astonished. "Young Mistress, is that why you are lost in thoughts this early morning?" Mavis asked curiously. "Yes. Actually, when I was very young, I met a friend. I was about five years by then. My parents took my siblings and I to the children's park on a particular weekend. Since my elder sister, Emily, doesn't like me very much, she never allowed me to play together with her and Lily, my younger sister." Kelsa said with a bitter smile plastered on her face. The estrangement between herself and her elder sister was something that had created a very big scar in her heart
In the evening, Abigail walked into the mansion with so many shopping bags. "Hey! Baby, Darryl!" She kept shouting.Darryl walk down the stairs with furrowed brows. "You left the house all day and came back shouting my name this loudly. Abigail, am I spoiling you too much?" Darryl asked sheepishly. She stuck out her tongue. "Well, since you claimed you were busy, I decided to have some fun. Where are the servants?" She shouted. Mavis and several servants run out quickly and help her with the shopping bags. Abigail said, "Set the table for dinner. I have invited some friends over." She then turned to face Darryl and said, "Baby, a friend of mine is celebrating her birthday today. I told her I will host her here. I hope you are ok with that?" She asked innocently, trying to get Darryl's permission. "It's fine by me. As long as they don't make noise." Darryl agreed."Hey! Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!" Abigail cheered happily. After the dinner table was set, her friends came ov
"You would have to find that out for yourself." Emily answered and left. 'Could it be him?' Lily said to herself, thinking it was her secret admirer who always gifted her a parcel on her birthday. She quickly dressed up in a fashionable style and exited the room. After discerning the staircase, Lily realized there were a lot of guests at the living hall. For a second, she forgot it was her birthday as she had no recollection of any birthday celebration plans. Sporting her, Emily quickly walked towards her little sister and held her hand affectionately, "you are finally here, come! You have visitors". She said as she blinked her eyes innocently. Mrs Davis joined her children in the living hall after entertaining the visitors. "Lily, Mrs Bethel wants to see you. Come, let's go to her." Emily drag her sister along without waiting for her response. A middle age man dressed in all white from top to bottom with a white walking stick was sitting at the left corner of the living r
"Were you able to track it?" Lily asked as soon as the call was connected. "No, Miss. Negative." The voice on the other end of the line reported. "What? I thought you have been on guard since 8:00 p.m." Lily signed with disappointment. "Yes Miss, but I didn't see anything. To tell you the truth, there hasn't been any van using this road today. The only car that bypassed me was a taxi. I'm sure the car was already in your area." The person said with all certainty. 'The gift arrived during daytime, but how is this possible? How could someone deliver a parcel and still remain unseen when he has stayed alert for 24 hours? That's impossible.' Lily thought to herself. "I'm sure this has to be negligence on your part." She finally said after drawing a conclusion. "Believe me miss, I didn't move an inch from here. Do not forget, I'm getting paid for this job. There's no way I'll do a shady work and expect to get paid." The person on the other end of the line said with conviction.
"Just do as you are told and stop asking questions." Darryl looked at Alexander with disatisfaction. "Okay boss," Alexander said and left the office in surprise.##########United States, New York City - New York."Miss the package has arrived successfully" Sheryl reported."Good. We are left with a few hours till dawn. Make sure it is delivered without any clues." Kelsa ordered."Okay Miss," Sheryl said.As they were busy discussing, a little girl run into the office."Mummy, mummy, mummy! Uncle Curtis said we will be going very soon. Is that true?" The little girl asked with an Innocent expression full of expectations on her face. Kelsa lifted the little girl into her embrace and placed her gently on her lap. After that, she caressed the little girls face gently and said, "Uncle Curtis was just teasing you. We are going nowhere." The little girl poked Kelsa as she said, "He also said you will say that." Feeling trapped, Kelsa changed her words, "Daisie, we will be going, but no
Sheryl could sense the anguish in her boss's words. She took Kelsa's hands in hers and offered solace, "Miss, I give you my word. We will not stop until he is found, no matter what it takes. The search team is exhausting all efforts, leaving no stone unturned. Do not lose hope, Miss."Following a short pause, she stated, "Miss, I have already prepared the package. Should I send it?"Kelsa composed herself upon hearing the news that the package was ready. "Please send it on my behalf. I have a patient to attend to."##########Kasland City."Consume it, swallow it before I lose my patience with you!" Abigail shouted, fuming with anger."Abigail, you must control your temper. Dillon is still a baby and can only eat so much. He's full, see how bloated his belly is." Mrs Duke cautioned her daughter."He must finish the entire bowl, since it took you time to prepare it. It's his fault Darryl does not want me to go to the Shaw mansion anymore. Thus, he is not fit to get his way. Swallow!" Ab
"Which contract are you referring to? Ah, yes, I must have overlooked it. This is what we'll do, I've already arranged a meeting with their manager. Let's see how it turns out after the meeting. Don't worry, I'll give you feedback once it's over," Old Master Shaw replied after recollecting."Daddy, please do everything in your power to secure this contract for me," Darryl requested.After finalizing the details, the father and son ended the call.Darryl took another sip of his drink, content with himself as he remarked, "Who says drinks aren't food? If they aren't, then what category do they fall under? Drugs?"##########United States, New York City - New York."Miss Davis, I just got off the phone with Mr. Alexander Fox, personal assistant to Mr. Shaw of Shaw Corporations. He...""I've told you countless times to stop addressing me by that name. Get used to calling me Johnson. It's my surname now as I've legally changed it. I want to avoid any mishaps when we return to Kasland City."
Out of rage, she said, "Okay! I've heard you." She hung up immediately after saying those words.Darryl placed his mobile phone on his desk and thought to herself. 'You are not dead to me. Kelsa is alive and will return to me within 2 years. My Bestie can not die just like that. No, she can not do this to me!'He tried his very best to convince himself that she was still alive. At the very least, that was the only hope he had.It was the only driving force that kept him going for these past two and a half years. ***Later in the day, after Darryl had closed from the office, he went to the Shaw mansion and entered Kelsa's room.He had been staying in this room for over two years now, ever since Abigail moved out of the mansion. He always wanted to be at places that Kelsa frequented, so that he would have some kind of closure. After laying on the bed for a while, he got up and took his shower. After that, he entered the kitchen. Mavis hastened to the kitchen immediately she noticed
"I want you to go to the old residence and pick up Dillion. I believe he needs to spend more time with his mother." Darryl cut to the chase at once.He did not even reply to Abigail's sarcasm."Okay. I'll go for him and then, we both will come back to the mansion." Abigail said with a sweet tone, full of expectations. "No need for that. I asked you to go for him because I want you to take him to your place. So the two of you can have enough bonding time together." Darryl said upfront.He wanted his son to spend more time with his mother. But, he didn't want to see Abigail's face. He had a feeling that Kelsa left him because of Abigail's pregnancy.Therefore, Darryl believed that the further away he was from Abigail, the better it would be for him, if he wanted Kelsa to return to him. He had a lot on his mind right now. Entertaining Abigail was not one of them. "But, I..." Darryl hung up the phone call immediately. He didn't even allow Abigail to finish her statement, as he didn't
After a brief pause, he continued, "The money is not the problem. But, I do not want people to know that I am sick and in search of a cure desperately." Daryl said while reviewing some files on his decks.What he couldn't say out loud was that, he did not want Kelsa to find out from wherever she may be that he was sick. He didn't want to appear weak before her. He wanted to make sure he could cure himself before Kelsa returned from her 'trip'.He was still holding on to that belief, she had traveled."Okay Boss, be rest assured I will get it done before time," Alexander said in response."That will be all for now. "Darryl dismissed his assistant.Alexander Fox was at a loss for words when he left his boss's office. He could not figure out what was running through his boss's mind. Nevertheless, he knew that was not what he should be concerned about.His utmost priority at the moment was to figure out a way to solve the problem at hand within three days. Without further ado, he called
She paused for a while and continued. "Don't worry about him not seeing you today. After the funeral ceremony, we will find a way to get you into Shaw Corporations. You can work there and gradually build a friendship and hopefully, a relationship with him." "But Mum, no matter what it is, I'm the manager of Davis Group. Why do I still have to work under someone?" Emily asked dejectedly."You silly girl. What do you know? You are not just going to work for any random company. Shaw Corporations is one of the best companies in this country. Plus, you are not going to work for any mediocre boss. This is the Young Master of the Shaws. Don't also forget that you have a secret mission, which is to become the young mistress of the Shaw family." Mrs Samantha Davis educated her daughter with much enthusiasm."All you have to do is to try and find a breakthrough with him. Your managerial position will still be waiting for you here. Anytime you wish to, you can just come back." Mrs Davis painstak