“So, my darling Sophia, what do you think?” Titus smiled at her. But his eyes didn’t carry any warmth.‘Why does he look like a lizard right now?’ Chantal thought.She would have laughed at how her thoughts suddenly went in a different direction but she was reminded of how dangerous her position is in.“Think about what, Darling?” She smiled at him, trying to keep herself calm.“Oh, you know–about what my colleague and I discussed just now.”“Ah.. I honestly am surprised.” She said.Titus raised his brow.He was expecting her to feign ignorance. Now he was even more intrigued.“Surprise about what?”“What kind of business do you have? I was expecting it to be–restaurant businesses, maybe real estate.. You know, the usual.”“Hahaha! Oh I have those too..”“Ah.. Well, then I’m even more surprised. Goodness, I really thought I was already lucky enough to meet such a generous man as you. Someone like me who has no one here. I’m thankful and like I said, feeling lucky. And now to be your l
Chantal thought that Titus was merely monitoring her.Nothing changed in her routine since that day when she met Mortimer.She would wake up in the morning in her own room, get ready for work, then have breakfast–sometimes with Titus, then she would head to the company where she would stay for the whole day. Unless Titus would tell her to come out and join him for lunch, she would only leave the company once she’s done for the day.Dropping off and picking up, the assigned driver on her would be on time.If anything that she could appreciate, it’s that Titus had not called her in the middle of her work which would not cause her to make excuses with the supervisors so she can be excused to leave.Titus would not do this of course. He has a plan for her. But first, she has to build an image of being trustworthy and reliable.This would make it easier for her to approach others.After all, who would ever think that a woman who values professionalism would suddenly be carrying drugs.As f
Back in Great Blackhampton, the Old Patriarch Ernest Lovell and his wife Lillian Forrest-Lovell had reached their destination.From their residence at Oxfield City in the state of Amberhaven, Ernest and Lillian flew on their private plane for an hour to the state of Rimewall.They landed at the airport at Millpoint City where they had to take a 30-minute drive to Westbury City, the place where Adrian was said to have been spotted.Westbury City’s police department had conducted their investigations.Coincidentally, they were also doing a drug sweep in the city and have apprehended any suspicious individuals.Adrian, who appeared to seem out of place through the CCTV, as he was seen always looking around him as if he was hiding from someone, was one of the many people detained.Adrian of course objected to this act from the police.But at this moment, several civilians would prefer this than for the city’s drug problem to continue.Especially when the higher-ups would be dissatisfied w
The man shook his legs nervously under the table, looking at the door, to the light above him and to the mirror in front, then back to the door again. He’s still uncomfortable being in such spaces. It reminded him of what he had gone through for years up until months ago. He had been on the run since then. ‘I have to go back..’ He felt that he had been sitting there too long. At this moment, he just wanted to do what they wanted so they could let him go sooner. Meanwhile, the Officer went to the other room. He didn’t need to relay their conversation verbatimly since the Chief, Ernest and Lillian could hear their conversation in the other room. Lillian was on the phone talking to the employee in one of their branches. Then once she hung up, she turned to the Chief. “He’s outside.” “Okay. I’ll have someone escort him in. Or Detective Jones, can you do it?” He turned to the Officer. “Sure..” He nodded. “He is Doctor Lawrence Murray. A medical geneticist in one of our Institute
Doctor Murray left quickly and returned to the Forrest Research Institute–Westbury location. He had been told to process this as a priority. It made him wonder what the man in the room was involved in. Shaking his head, he decided to place his attention on the test instead. Meanwhile, in the Westbury City Police Department, Ace had just finished his sandwich and is now drinking some water. Ernest and Lillian have temporarily left the other room and were led to a lounge instead. The Chief assured them that they’ll treat the man in the other room with courtesy. Especially since they noticed that the old couple were almost sure that this was their missing son. All they were waiting for is the confirmation. Lillian had wanted to forego the DNA test and just straight out reunite with her son. But Ernest had reminded her again that they couldn’t do that. What if the man was indeed someone’s missing son and their actions might hurt the man if it turns out that they’re not related at
Knock! Knock! The door opened. “Detective, can you come out for a moment?” An Officer peeked inside. “Ah.. Okay..” Detective Benjamin Jones stood up. “Well, I guess I’m needed. I’ll be back.. Ah.. I’ll have someone bring you some more water.” Ace nodded. “Thanks.” The detective smiled and left him in the room. “What is it?” Detective Jones asked. “It’s this case–” The Officer handed him a folder. Detective Jones opened it and saw that it’s about his other case, unrelated to Ace and the Lovell family. He followed the Officer and joined him in investigating that case. Meanwhile, in the other room, Ernest and Lillian were on tenterhooks as they waited for the results. “What do you think the result would be?” Ernest asked. “I swear it’s really him.” Lillian said. “But the algorithm could have made mistakes..” “You think that the algorithm you made would be defective?” Lillian raised a brow as she looked at her husband. “Well–no.. But with technology, sometimes that happens.
Soon, Emma, Hugh, Priscilla and Leroy with their drivers and bodyguards flew over. They opted to not bring maids since they were staying at the hotel anyway.Their food would be taken care of. As for their clothes and essentials, it was already well-packed by their maids earlier.At this time, Ernest and Lillian have not returned to the hotel yet.They were still waiting for the results.But they have already been informed by Emma that they’re heading to Westbury City to join them.“Leroy must have seen the report today.” Ernest said.Lillian nodded. “Mn.”They knew that Leroy checks on it everyday so they were not surprised to hear that they were heading to them because of this.They were the ones who asked Leroy to do this.But Ernest had direct contact with the police departments nationwide though. Since they have worked with him for years now as they use his software program.Two hours have passed.Emma and the rest have arrived in Millpoint City and were on their way to Westbury
“Hello.. I’m here again..” Doctor Lawrence Murray said to Ace.The latter was startled at his change in attitude.His brows pulled together slightly.“Hello..” He echoed his greeting, nodding at him.“Doctor Lawrence Murray is here to explain to you the test we did earlier.” Detective Jones said.Ace looked confused as he looked between Detective Jones and Doctor Murray.“The swab we did earlier was for DNA testing.” Doctor Murray began.“DNA testing–right.. Right..” He nodded.Detective Jones however could see from Ace’s face that he didn’t really understand what it was for.‘Why does he seem clueless about it? Surely, any one who has access to information would know what DNA testing is..’“And–I now have the result.” Doctor Murray took out the papers from the yellow envelope he brought.Ace was rocking his leg up and down under the table.He was increasingly becoming anxious.‘What are they doing? It’s taking too long! I need to go back to her now.’ His eyes darted to the door sever