Grace woke up groggy and questioned her senses. She seemed to be lying on a bed, but that was not what she was questioning. She was questioning the loud humming that seemed to be all around her, it was almost like she was on a plane.
"How can I be on a double bed on a plane?" Grace thought.
Grace sat up and felt a little dizzy, when she felt her head was a little clearer she got up and opened the door. Grace realised she was in a plane, but not like she had ever been on.
"Who on Earth could afford a luxury plane and why do they want me on it?" Grace kept asking herself.
“Ahh, I see that you are awake Miss. How are you feeling?” Grace turned to see the source of the voice and it was Hank.
“Hank? What am I doing here? All I can remember was being drugged by a cleaning lady!" Grace said shocked.
Hank chuckled and said “Sorry about that Miss, but it was the easiest way. Please come and see the
So, we find out who Grace’s parents were and why Tony recognised Grace. As always, thank you so much for reading my book. Till next time my little Syndicates!
Grace could not fully process what was happening. She was still thinking about things when the plane landed at a Private airport outside New York. Tony and herself were quickly greeted by an entourage of Guards and official-looking people. Grace started to get a little nervous, but Hank kindly took her by the arm and guided her into the back of one of the Bentleys that was awaiting. Much to Grace's surprise, she did not drive into New York City, instead, they were on the outskirts. The car went through a large set of gates and suddenly Grace was at a mansion. Grace saw the house was huge and the ground surrounding it was massive. “Where are we?” she asked. "We are on the outskirts of New York City, we have multiple properties but we feel this one is that you feel most comfortable in. It is also the easiest to keep secure." Hank explained. “Why do we need to keep things secure?” Grace asked “Grace, as we said before you are not on
Grace woke up in a large four-poster bed and was confused. It took a moment for Grace to get her bearings and then the events of yesterday came flooding back. The first thing she remembered is that she had a family and actual living Grandpa! The best thing is that he wanted to know her!Grace remembered her way to the bathroom and when she came back to her room Kitty was standing there. “Oh, am I late for dinner?” Grace said. “Sorry Grace, you slept through till morning. But don’t worry Mr Anderson understood and said to let you sleep. He wants to meet you in an hour!” Kitty informed her. “Oh OK, I must have been more tired than I thought! Could you show me to my suitcases please so I could get some clothes?” Grace asked. “Ok, if you come this way, Miss,” Kitty said as they walked out of the room. Kitty opens the door next to Grace’s room and walked into a very large walk-in wardrobe. It was a rammed pack full of casual clothes and accessori
Kitty! Kitty!” Grace shouted when she got to her floor, no way was she been trained by those idiots! She wanted out and she wanted to get back to Senegal. “Kitty!” She shouted one more time. “Yes Miss, I am here!” Kitty said. “Kitty, can you please show me where my suitcase and things are? I also need a phone and taxi number please!" Grace asked. “A phone and a taxi number? But what for Miss?” Kitty asked confused. “Because I am going back Senegal!" Grace said. “Pardon Miss?” Kitty said looking stunned. “Kitty dearest would you mind leaving my Granddaughter and me alone for a bit. Maybe get some tea and some of those delicious chocolate cookies your Mother was planning to make?” Tony said in a gentle voice. Kitty quickly nodded and walked away. “Shall we go to your office?” Tony said as he walked to a door across from her bedroom. “I am not going to apologise!” Grace said as she walked in and sat down on
Tony was having a business meeting with Xan in his office. He suddenly heard a knock on the door. “Come in!” Tony snapped and Kitty walked in nervously. “Well, Kitty?” Tony snapped “ I am sorry Sir, but she has refused to eat again!” Kitty said quietly. “Dam it!” Tony cursed and banged his fist down on the desk shaking the teacups. It had been three days since Grace had eaten and she only came out of her room for the bathroom. Tony knew he had broken her heart, but it seemed like he had broken her spirit too. “Why don’t I go and talked to her?” Xan suddenly said. “ You?” Tony said surprised. Xan shrugged and said, “I have a sister about Grace’s age and what is the harm in let me try?” “I suppose there is no harm in you trying. Kitty, please show him to Grace’s room” Tony ordered. Xan got up and followed Kitty to Grace’s room. Kitty knocked on the door, but as expected there was no answer. Xan pushed
A month later, Grace sighed with contentment. She had accepted that her life had changed beyond recognition. Even though she missed being a doctor, Grace's day was filled full of activity. Erin had indeed been teaching her etiquette, but not the traditional sort; the Gang variety! Grace had learnt how to read a room, tell if someone is lying, how to look strong and confident, the basic rules of gangs, the structure and even the Gang code. That was just the start! Andrew sessions were also enjoyable once he stopped been an arsehole. Andrew was simply delighted when he found out that Grace was fluent in Spanish, French and Mandarin. When asked how she knew this, she explained that there was a lot of downtimes when the clinic closed in Senegal. Her team was made up of a Spanish and Chinese Doctor with a French nurse. They all decided to teach each other their Mother tongue to help the team bond and their minds occupied. Andrew helped her practice those langu
Grace was called into her Grandpa’s office from the stables. Grace was relieved as she thought that she might have an excuse to get out of Lucas’s dance session. When she walked into the office, she saw Xan and Mrs Farthing were sat waiting for her.“Hello Grandpa, what can I do for you?” Grace asked worriedly. "Why was Xan and Mrs Farthing here? Had she done something wrong?" Grace thought.“Ah Grace, welcome! I have some good news for you, please take a seat next Xan!” Tony said.Grace did and said, “Ok Grandpa, what is the good news?”“Xan has asked Formal permission to Court you and I have agreed!” Tony said brightly.“Court me?” Grace said blushing deeply and feeling extremely embarrassed. She wished the floor would swallow her up just about now!“It is just an old term for dating Dear, because of your position Xan had to ask Tony!” Mrs Farthing
Xan watched Grace walk down the stairs and tried very hard not to stare at her too much, he did not want to scare her off after all! He could not believe his luck when Grace had so easily agreed to try him out. Xan made sure that he planned the date down to the last detail. But, as soon as he saw he could not remember a single detail. Grace was too busy concentrating on walking downstairs in far too higher heels to notice Xan’s lustful stare. “Why did I let Kitty talk me into wearing these stupid heels?” Grace thought. The momentary lapse of concentration resulted in Grace twisting her ankle and falling down the last couple of stairs. Xan instantly dropped his large bouquet of orchids and rushed to catch her. Grace was suddenly staring into Xan’s caramel brown eyes and could feel herself getting lost. “Are you ok?” Xan asked, his voice full of concern. “Oh my God! I am so sorry, Xan!” Grace squealed as she righted herself. 
Grace loved the fact that she was alone for the first time in weeks, alone and free. She did not know what had come over, whether it was the fact she was tired of men trying to control her or she needed space to breathe, but she had easily climbed out of the window! She had taken off her ridiculous shoes and slung them over her shoulder. Grace ran into the park enjoying the moonlight and fresh air, stopping briefly to look at a fountain. When she walked to the other side of the park and noticed a hospital. Grace walked over there with a smile on her face. Meanwhile, Xan and Hank were waiting anxiously for Grace to return. After 20 mins, Hank sensed something was wrong. “Mrs Ling, could you please check the loo to see if Dr Evans is OK?” Hank asked. Mrs Ling nodded and hurried to the female loo. She came back a couple of minutes later, her face white.“I am afraid she is not in there!" Mrs Ling said. “Shit! I knew she was upset!”