Inside the event hall of the hotel, with lots of seats filled with people, both from the entertainment industry, the business world and even the dark world, Asher Walkers, walked to the last table and sat together with CEO Mika who also has a thing for back seats. CEO Mika, who was wearing dark shades and sitting quietly, ignored the person who just took the same table as her. She didn't find it relevant to look at him. Her eyes were busy scanning through the crowd to see if she would spot Ash, the underworld lord. Asher on the other hand, only gave CEO Mika a fleeting glance before focusing on the stage. Sitting among those at the front tables were Mrs. Wales and Cullen Walkers.After a few more minutes, the hostess walked onto the stage and greeted everyone, introduced herself, and the purpose they were gathered. "There are a few outstanding items to be sold here today. From the legendary Princess Xinyan's jewelry to DD group of companies. The first item on our list is…" Neither
What is he doing here? isn't Asher the CEO of Walkers group, so… Mrs. Wales narrowed her eyes. For some reason, she felt there was more to Asher being here than meets the eye. She glanced at Cullen but the guy was focused on his discussion with his Assistant. Mrs. Wales put Asher's matter to the back of her mind and continued with the bidding. "$450,000!""$450,001!" CEO Mika Raised her placard again. She ignored the weird glances she was receiving and focused on the stage. Seeing her nonchalant disposition, a small smile crept onto Asher's lips. He suddenly found himself liking this lady.With every number that Mrs. Wales called, CEO Mika increased it by $1 until the price shoot up to an overly outrageous numbers."$1,000,000!""$1,000,001" At this point, some men who didn't believe the shit about the wonders of the necklace, were convinced that the two were being stupid, fighting over some irrelative fallacy that was imbedded on the jewelry by some jobless people . The jewellery
Now, it was only CEO Mika and Cullen Walkers that were remaining in the race. But that didn't make Cullen feel relaxed at all. He knew that the Underworld Lord, Ash, was somewhere and hadn't said a thing. Also, Asher seems to be here for the company too, Cullen has no plans on giving up. Unbeknownst to him, he'd be kicked out soon enough. "$31,000,000!" Cullen yelled."$35,000,000!" CEO Mika raised her placard. The big shots finally decided to join. "$50,000,000" "$55,000,000!""$56,000,000!""$60,000,000!""$100,000,000!" Cullen yelled. "$500,000,000!" Mika shot the bid high.Everyone paused and looked behind them, it was CEO Mika again. They sighed, such a rich woman. A lot of bidders withdrew, leaving three people. "$600,000,000!""$800,000,000!" Cullen raised his placard. "$1,000,000,000!" The new businessman yelled. Everyone stayed silent for a long time before CEO Mika proclaimed; "$12,000,000,000!"Cullen wanted to bid but stopped and looked at CEO Mika. He balled his
Meanwhile, in a corner, Cullen had been spying on the two bigshots at the parking lots. Seeing that CEO Mika had left without wasting time, his lips curled into a smirk. "Robert, secure an appointment with CEO Mika for me," he commanded."Yes, sir!" His Assistant immediately got to work. Asher, on the other hand, got into his car to leave but paused and looked in Cullen's direction. Their eyes met but Asher broke the contact first and got in his car. "Boss, her report has been sent." Roy, who was sitting in the front passenger seat, handed his boss the iPad he was holding. Going through CEO Mika's background check, Asher's lips curled into a faint smile. "This is not all there is," He gave the iPad back to him. "I thought so too. This report didn't talk about her childhood and everything before five years ago." "She's capable. Milo," Asher called. "Boss," the quiet guy who also goes everywhere with them, replied with his hand on the steering. "Visit the Empire, find out everyt
CEO Mika leaned forward, "Are you threatening me, Mr. Cullen Walkers?" "Pfft...Not at all… of course, not," he chuckled. "It doesn't seem like it, the ball is in your court, do what you deem fit but if you think I'll be scared, you're mistaken. I'm not interested in dealing with your company." She got up to leave but Cullen also bolted to his feet and smiled, "CEO Mika, you're taking things too seriously." He stretched his hand but CEO Mika stepped back and smiled. "Mr. Walkers, is this meeting personal?" Cullen also smiled faintly, "Actually… Yes. I–""Have a nice day," Mika didn't wait another moment and left. After she left, someone walked in with a camera."Boss," he handed the camera to Cullen. Glancing at the photos that were taken of him and CEO Mika, Cullen smiled. "You like her, don't you? I'll make sure you never get your hands on her." He said to no one. ...The next day, pictures of CEO Mika and Cullen, smiling over a meal surfaced in the business magazines with anno
Asher curled his lips, "You made me go to the Empire and seek Ash's help, just to find you. Do you dare to deny it again?"Anamika paused, She knew she couldn't deny it anymore. The underworld is a place ruled by a mysterious person named Ash. Whatever he wants to find, he can lay his hands on it, even though it is something that happened decades ago. His information is legit and cannot be doubted, He's so good that even the government goes to him sometimes for help. With a person like that in the picture, Anamika couldn't invade Asher's inquiries anymore. "So, now that you know, what do you intend to do about it?" She raised a brow in a challenging manner. Asher leaned forward and said in a lowered voice, "You were my first–""What of it?" "I deflowered you," he smiled provocatively. "You are mine," he said slowly. Silence reigned in the elegant office for a long while before Anamika chuckled, then burst into a pile of degrading laughter. "You're a demented being and need help
At Nairaland's airport… Emma and the kids could be seen, standing by the entrance with a placard that had 'Welcome Mummy' boldly written on it. Aiden, like always, had his digital camera as he took pictures. Nadia on the other hand, had a large pink teddy bear held to her chest as she waited quietly by their godmother's side. "Godmother, isn't it time to raise the signal? People are coming out," Aiden said. "We wait a little longer. If your mother sees the sign from afar, you won't be able to take a fabulous photo of her shocked face," Emma smiled. "That's right! Wooo!" The child exclaimed happily. Nadia on the other hand, rolled her eyes but continued to mind her business. A few minutes later, Anamika, her Assistant, and a few guards were seen walking over in large strides. Nadia smiled when she saw her mother, "Mummy," she said under her breath. Seeing the excitement on his sister's face, Aiden looked forward. He knew that the few reasons his sister could be so happy was whe
Nadia and her brother's eyes met for a moment before he asked;"How sure are you?" "Who said I'm sure? But we can find out," she said while walking to her bed to grab her laptop. Aiden left his table and went to her, "Don't tell me you want to defy Mom again." He frowned. "She told me not to handle her business anymore, she didn't say I can't exercise what I was taught of hacking," she replied, a little annoyed. Nadia is a gifted child. Before she was two years old, she was already able to speak fluently and do things beyond her age. Anamika was frightened and took her to the hospital. There, the doctor told her Nadia was very healthy but with an overwhelming IQ which would leave her lacking in social activities. Around three years, Nadia was already an expert in puzzles and calculations. Her photogenic memory, sharp senses, and her love for reading made Anamika seek professional help. At four years plus, Nadia was already helping her mother sort out her work and play with hacki