When Lawrence finished reading the content of the will,he glanced around. There was quietness except for the sniffling coming from Sophia. She didn't expect that grandfather had so much in store for her. This is too much, she wasn't really expecting anything, just wants to know what he wants to say to them all. “And Miss Shawn” Lawrence said and Diana quickly answered “that's me” glaring at the lawyer. Is there a present for her as well? She glanced towards the lawyer but his gaze was elsewhere entirely, on Sophia. “Miss Sophia Shawn,” Lawrence repeated. That was when Sophia glanced up at the man, her eyes reddened and tears filled. She couldn't answer with her mouth, her throat seemed choked and she could only glance at him. Diana sneered and eyed Sophia, an act that was seen by Mag and Dekunle. They saw the hatred, resentment and enmity in her eyes. But Dekunle was quiet, he would make some changes before everyone leaves that day. “Here's a last minute le
Diana sat gnashing their teeth. This is not going to be possible. That old fool must have held a grudge against her all her life and he finds a convenient time to trample upon her. What nonsense! “...as the heiress of the Shawn family, she now owns this mansion. And 50% of his shares goes to Sophia. The remaining 50% is to be shared by his children Dekunle and Margret Shawn. His liquid wealth is equally going to be shared in two. Half goes to the heiress. Miss Sophia Shawn and the remaining half to be shared between his children, Dekunle and Margret Shawn. The document of his property in America should be handed over to Louis for standing by Magret all these years. The document of the estate in England, should be handed over to Benny Shawn, she'd not been a good mother to her children. I hope she changes. Every other property including his other assets, his position in the Shawn business and wealth scattered all over the world, should be handed over to his heiress
Gabriel kept his gaze on her. He hadn't introduced them to each other before Sophia deliberately kept her distance away from him. How can she claim to be the reason for drifting them apart? “I'm sorry darling, I was afraid of losing you. I love you and my jealousy got the hold of me. I was wrong but I actually went to find Sophia and warned her to stay away from you. I told her that I was pregnant with your child and we're already planning on tying the knot…” Jane confessed. For a long time, Gabriel just stared at her speechless. How could she do that? Has he for whatever reason made her doubt his feelings for her? She'd never caught him cheating or getting involved with someone else, why the insecurity? And this is what her fears had caused. Separated him from his childhood friend. No wonder Sophia said something happened that made her act the way she did. And Jane was the reason. He felt really bad because of her actions. “I'm sorry. I later realised that you
Sophia furrowed her brow and sneered. She blushed. She cannot glance at him after he said those dirty words. But he pulled her by the hand and said “Look at me” feigning annoyance. “You know what,Stan, you are naughty. Has anyone told you that?” Sophia frowned. She eyed him and what she heard next was the laughter coming from him. He seemed amused that Sophia just glared at him, wondering what was so funny in what she'd said. “Anyways, I've always been naughty all my life. Hearing it from you, only confirms it to me” he teased and laughed. Soon he stood up and said “Do whatever you can, get Dave and Miranda back together. The entire family will be grateful to you” Sophia nodded. She'll have a talk with Dave first concerning that. She wants to hear a few things from him, then she would decide on the approach to take. She glanced at the tall figure towering over her and said “I'll try” She needed to freshen up, she had to leave and she stood up. She picked her ba
Sophia drove back to Stan's villa. She would stay a while and return to her apartment. There were a lot of activities planned for the next morning. From going to Shawn's family house and meeting up with the crew members of the upcoming movie. But she remembered her promise. She was going to talk to Dekunle Shawn that night. Before getting out of the car, she dialled his cellphone number. As soon as it started ringing, he answered; “My Sophia” Dekunle stated, he was dazed, he least expected her call so soon. He knows Claire promised to help him out in getting his daughter back but didn't expect that it would come so soon. “How're you doing dad?” Sophia asked. It feels really strange and unfamiliar to use that word. She'd lost the number of times she'd used it for Dekunle. But then it soothes, it creates a feeling of love and familiarity. “I'm absolutely fine dear” Dekunle chimed. His daughter Sophia is on the phone with him? “Sophia my dear, I'm sorry for everyth
A beautiful smile rose on Claire's face. That's what she wants. That's what her dad yawned for and this would be the greatest gift that she'll ever give to Dekunle. She held Sophia's hands and nodded. The two women stared at each other with cloudy eyes. Sophia blamed herself. Why hadn't she ever thought of it, that her dad was never a part of the conspiracy coming from Benny Shawn and Diana? “Thank you Sophia for accepting this reality. Please do it soon, don't let him wait for you too long. Before visiting him, you can talk to him on the phone. Just say hello to him” Claire coaxed. “Alright” Sophia nodded and hugged Claire. Soon, a bond was created. “I heard about my parents divorce. I thought you were dad's woman. But I was wrong, it turned out that you were both friends” Sophia chimed. She believed in their friendship. Otherwise, how can she think good of her dad and want him to be happy? Standing between them as a bridge, she connects them both together. Thi