"Firstly, I will have a 70% share in your business, of which you will have 30%, and we shall sign all necessary documents," I uttered, and the look on his face changes.
I will so deal with this man; he killed my father and the people I care about, and now he wants me to help him.
Screw him. I took a long look at him, waiting patiently for him to make his decision. But I don't think he's ready to do this.
"When you are ready to make a decision, you can tell me; I've got other things to do," I said in a final tone.
"Oh, wait, I was just trying to think it over; you know I can't make decisions in haste. But what are your others conditions?" He finally let out.
"I don't state my second condition without getting an answer to the first one; you can ask him. I don't do business with people who will bring me bad luck. The decision is yours." I stood to leave.
"Okay, wait, please just state the second condition, and I promise to give you a reply on both." He spoke calmly.
"Mr. Khalid, please just state the second condition.Let him think over it." "Steve, try to persuade me.
"Sorry, man, I don't get persuaded easily. This is business, and I don't go back on my words. You can go and think about it all you want, but I won't state the second condition without the first reply, "I insisted.
I can see he is on the edge of making up his mind. That's how people like him should be treated.
"Okay, but let's make it 50," he said.
"You don't tell me how to run my business; this is my money and time that I want to invest in you." I cleared my throat and scowled.
I could feel the hatred rising in me. I will give you slow death and pain, devil.
In your next life, when you hear who goes by the Lionel family, you will take another route.
"Okay, I agree. The other condition "He asked, with eagle down.
It's good to see this type of person down.
"I heard you had a beautiful daughter; I want to marry her," I said, and a smirk played at the corner of my lips. Then I see a broad smile on his face.
"Really, you want to marry my daughter?" He asked eagerly.
"Yes, you don't have to worry about the expenses; I will handle them." I managed to speak up.
I am very angry seeing him smile; he must be really happy that I am getting married to his daughter. But I will deal with everyone in his family. His wicked face pissed me off.
"Yes, in fact, if you want the wedding to happen tomorrow, I am ready, and my daughter is really so lucky for someone like you to propose. In fact, take this handshake to assure you that we are family," he said, stretching forth his hand.
He mentioned family; I smirked and shook hands with him like the gentleman that I am.
"Invite all the big people you know; I really want a large wedding," I said in a tone of finality and stood up. They also did, and I saw them off.
********
Edward Mansion
He walked into the mansion, shouting Nathaniel's name.
"Honey, what's that, and why are you shouting her name like that?" His wife asked.
"Spare me that question, woman; I need you and your daughter, because I want to speak with her." If she messes up this time, I will kill her myself. I swear when I say I will kill her"He thundered, and she fidgets.
"Dad, I had my name.Do you call me?" She asked, coming down the stairs.
"Yes, I did, young lady, and I am here to talk about a very important thing," he said in a croaky voice.
"Maybe about a date; I know you well. The best thing you know how to do these days is get me to go on a date, and properly, you found another person to hook me up with. But I refuse, sir" She said, and she was about to walk away.
"If you dare move an inch, then I will not spare you. You are right; all I talked about before was dating. But now, I want to talk about marriage, and it will happens before this week ran out" He Thundered.
She was shocked and turned back immediately.
"Are you kidding me, marriage to a stranger?" she asked with teary eyes.
"Not a stranger, but a business partner. And I don't want to lose this opportunity, so better get yourself ready; he will be here tomorrow" He spoke authoritatively.
"No, I won't get married. I have someone I love, and there's nothing you will do about it, sir," she snapped at him.
Mrs. Edward walked closer and slapped her on her face.
"What audacity! Who gave you the guts to speak to your father like that? My own husband—do you know how he suffered to cater for us? He goes out there every day just to provide for us, and you are here ranting. He only wants the best for you; that's why he wants to get you married to a rich person. Don't you get that foolish daughter!" she shouted and turned to face her husband.
"Don't bother yourself, darling, go inside and rest. I will talk some sense into her." She pacified her husband and dragged Nathaniel into her room.
*****
Khalid
I got home to see my silly friends watching movies together.
"Wow, I can see you guys really feel at home," I said, pulling my suit tighter.
"Off course, man live once"Jenny replied.
"Well, guys, there's a new development about my revenge." I blow the wind. And immediately, their attention was on me.
"Common, tell us about it," Herald said. And I could see that both of them couldn't wait to hear what I had to say.
"Split it, bro; stop this suspense; it's killing me!" Jenny shouted. I told them everything except for the marriage part, and I also wanted to shake them with that.
"WOW, bro, that's a good move," Herald said, smiling.
"You see why I said I had a change of plans early? Everything is now working in my favor," I explained.
"God is really fighting in your favor," Jenny smiled.
"Yes, I reply, biting my teeth for the umpteenth time.
"And you both should get ready; we have a wedding to plan," I exploded.
"Wedding!" The two exclaimed. "Yes, to make it easier, I asked to marry his daughter, pretty Nathaniel. Just also need to taste from her parent's sins: "I lick my lips as both couldn't stop glaring at me.
"I don't really buy the idea, but I think since it's all about revenge, I'll gladly support this," Jenny said with a sad face.
I know that wasn't part of my plan. It's okay; after all, it's my revenge, and anybody can cut out at anytime.
"Please, I need to see you privately, I mean right now," Herald said and stood on his feet.
He sounds like a boss.
"Hey, what is it that you can't say here? Say it; let's hear you out," Jenny insisted.
"Manly talk, girl," he replied.
"Screwed you and your manly talk, aren't we one?" If you can't say it, then swallow your gut and see the way you are ordering him like you are the boss here" She shouted, moving towards him.
"What's your problem, girl? I said I want to have a private chat with my friend; do you forget he's been my friend since childhood? We only met you in London ten years ago; we've come so far for this revenge, and in fact, he's not just a friend but a brother to me. So screw you for thinking I can have a private chat with him" He snapped at her.
I am getting frustrated with the silly argument. They always find a way to fight each other on some unnecessary occasion. And I know how to turn them down.
"Okay, I go nowhere. I think you both can rest now. Mr Herald, my childhood friend, be ready to be my best man," I said without standing up. And the two of them went to sit angrily.
I think it's time to clear the air.
"I think you both are so silly fighting yourselves. That wasn't necessary. I really appreciate the fact that you both came this far to help me get revenge. I respect that, but let's not fight ourselves. I know what you want to say. Maybe I shouldn't go into a relationship in a rush right.
It's not anything like that; this is just my strategy to ruin that family. And I will leave no stone unturned.
Trust me when I say this. All I just need is to be sure if you guys are still on my side," I asked, and they both scoffed.
"Always on your side." They both answered.
*****
"Your husband-to-be will be here soon; better behave yourself," Mrs. Edward warned.
A few minutes later
Khalid and his friends drove into the Edward compound with the guards. The guards quickly opened the door, and they all alighted from the car.
Herald and Khalid stare at each other and remember some old memories of how they always sneaked into the compound to see Nathaniel. Khalid smirked and Herald smiled as they all went inside and were given a warm welcome by Mr. and Mrs. Edward.
She orders their maid Michelle to fetch Nathaniel, and she leaves immediately.
She rushed to her room joyously.
"Nathaniel, you can't believe it. It's Khalid and his friend—I forget his name—that one that loves girls a lot," she shouted happily.
"Are you being serious? Oh my goodness, so Khalid has finally come for me; why don't they tell me? Is this a way to surprise me?" She asked happily.
"I am not sure; I think Khalid doesn't want them to know about you two knowing each other. Just pretend like you both don't know each other; if not, you might not be able to be with the love of your life," she warned her before they both went out of the room excited.
Khalid smirks seeing her come down. And Nathaniel pretended not to know him. He was shocked but smirked it off.
"Nathaniel, meet your future husband"
"Khalid," she mentioned before he could complete his statement.
"Do you both know each other?" Mr. Edward asked, and they looked at each other confused
"Do you both know each other?" Mr. Edward asked, and they looked at each other confused. Khalid wanted to speak, but Nathaniel cut him short. "No, this is the first time I am seeing him; dad, how could you forget that you mentioned his name to me yesterday? Maybe because you were angry," Nathaniel said, faking a smile. "Oh, I forget. Sorry, my daughter. So what do you think about my daughter, Mr. Khalid?" Mr. Edward asked, sitting down. Nathaniel also sat down and smiled with the corner of her mouth. Herald noticed this and signalled Khalid. He smirks and replies to Mr. Edward's question. "I must say you have a beautiful daughter, so smart and amazing. "I like her already, but it will be good if we ask her what her decision is," Khalid suggested. "No, my decision is her decision. You don't have to worry; she has agreed. "Mr. Edward tried to convince him.No, she's not a kid. She should be given the opportunity to decide what is good for herself. So let her decide, and on her
"What are you talking about? Who are you going to punish?" She asked glaring closely at me. That was quick; I wasn't expecting those questions. What answer will I give her? I just had to divert the conversation. "So let's go shopping before marriage, you know. So we can have a memory," I suggested. "Don't try to escape my question. Just answer me first," she insisted. "Oh, baby, you are still as stubborn as I left you." I tried to escape the questions. "That's not a reply," she said, pouting. "Well, if you insist, I mean, I won't forgive myself because I took so long; don't you think I deserve some punishment for keeping you waiting?" I lied, and she couldn't stop glaring at me. Why won't she fall for me when she's always glaring at me? Did she think I would fall in love with my enemy? Nope, I will deal with her so well that her parents will mourn each and every day. I will make them suffer. I want to show you nothing but my wrath. You shall feel it as each day passes. I will
"I asked again, are you in love with my enemy's daughter?" He roared like an angry lion. Herald stared at him for a while and then burst into laughter. "Is this really funny?" he asked with a long face. "Yes, infact you are a joker. You are aware I am a playboy; how can someone like me fall in love? I know Nathaniel loves you a lot, and I don't want you to make a mistake you will ever regret" "Please Khalid, think about it," he said, and he sat down on the sofa. "Stand up and get out of my house," he ordered authoritatively. "Are you serious right now?" He asked, standing on his feet. "Since you don't understand the excess of my revenge and have chosen to support my enemy in spite of everything, I think you are no longer needed here," he said, and put on a fierce look. "I am not supporting your enemy; in fact, I want you to punish those old people very much. But not the innocent girl; can't you get that?" He tried to make him understand. "Get out, or I will be forced to
"How could they be planning on killing the man I love?" This isn't going to happen. Noooooo, I won't let this happen. Even if it's going to cause Edward's life's"Nathaniel shouted. She wonders how callous her parents could be. How could they be planning to kill him just for his wealth? Khalid I love you with all my life, and I won't let anyone hurt you. She said with teary eyes that she was trying to hold herself back from crying, but she couldn't. She picked up her phone and dialed Khalid's number. But there was no reply; had he refused to pick up her call? Did she do anything wrong to him? Different thoughts popped into her mind. She later resorts to calling Herald. But she drops the idea. "I think it's time I face these people; for how long are they going to make my life miserable? All they have ever given me is pain all my life, and the only person that makes me happy, they are planning on taking him away for me." "How callous could they be?" She dashed out of her room
Khalid looks at the stack of work he has to tackle. He tried getting himself to work but couldn't. He actually thought it would be easy for him to move on without Herald, but it's quite difficult. He really needs to speak to him but that idiot has refused to pick his call. He was so worried. He decided to tell jenny about this. He pick up his phone and dial her number. "Hi dude"Jenny voice came from the other end. "I am not fine, please can you help me contact Herald, I try my best to call him but he refused to pick up my calls"He said calmly. "Did you both had an argument"She asked. He took a deep breath before speaking. "Yes, but I shouldn't have walked him out of my house. I made a big mistake"He said with regret in his voice. "That was too much, ever if it was me, I would not pick up. But don't worry you make the right decision by calling me. I will check on him for you"Jenny said, giving him an assurance. A smirk light up his face. "Thanks sweetie, I owe you bi
"No, we are in the same boat. I was thinking we should stop this marriage by any means," she suggested with an evil grin.There was a long silence. Herald scoffed and shot a glare at Jenny. She was eager to hear his opinion. "I am not going to support this," he finally said. "Why? "you really don't want him to punish her, right, then why don't you want to be part of this?" She asked and rushed towards him, holding his hand."We can't do this; you know Khalid well enough. He won't forgive us if he finds out. I think he's right; this revenge includes the whole family. He should deal with them, " Herald said, even though it wasn't coming from his heart. She looks really disappointed. That wasn't what she expected. She took a deep breath and tried to emotionally blackmail Herald. "I feel so much for Khalid; he has really gone through a lot." He deserves revenge. I am sorry for saying that. We should support him instead of going against him," she said with teary eyes. She has always
"Khalid who is the guy, and why the sudden meeting"Herald asked confused. Jenny also nod to this. He chuckled. "Firstly, I will like to say sorry to you Herald,I was so rude and I betrayed brotherhood"He apologized. "You are forgiving. So who's this guy?"He asked. "Yes, is he one of your business partners. Or who is he?"Jenny asked, with anxiety in her voice. "I know you guys are curious. Just take a chill pill. Well this is Steve"He started by introducing him. "Huh Steve, so what does that got to do with us"Jenny asked, tired of the gathering. She just hope Khalid is not trying to introduce a new friend because she hates having so many friends. "Well, the guy here is an actor, but not a popular one"Khalid furthers say. "Oh! but what's an actor doing here. Are we shooting movie?"He asked, trying to understand what he's trying to get to. "I wanted to ask the same thing"Jenny said and put her hands under her jaw. "Can you guy allow me, your questions are freaking me out. You sh
Khalid POV"Guy, I think this will suit you well; I will go for this," Herald said, picking a suit for me and himself."Let me try it on; let's see how it goes," I said, and I took the suit to the dressing room. I came back and they were mesmerized as if this is the first time I am putting on a suit. To me, it doesn't makes any difference. "Wow! You really look good in this. "Common dude, marriage is already shown on your face," Herald said teasingly. "Don't miss these two things, dude: revenge, not marriage," Jenny corrected, and Herald chuckled. "Correct. I know you are smarter than this guy," I said in support of Jenny, and we both shook hands. "Whatever, all I know is that you are getting married. And I think that's a good thing because I might be lucky to find my bride," Herald said while trying his suit on."Really, what about your flings?" "Are you giving up?" Jenny asked. She didn't mean that; was she supposed to remind him about that?"Not until I see someone who steals