LOGINAs we got into the parlor, Donal was sitting on the couch with a glass of wine.Martha left me and ran to meet him.“Good afternoon, Donal." I greeted."Welcome, my dear," he responded.“I came back, but the house was empty.” He poured out. “I went to buy something outside.” I responded “But I instructed Philip to be driving you for the main time until I get a driver for you. Didn't he tell you?” Donal asked.“He told me, actually. But I don't want him to drive me. I needed my privacy.” I responded. “Sofia is for your safety. You know how busy the highway used to be.”“Don't worry, I'm fine. Am I not the one who's back home safe and sound? Did anything happen to me? So never mind, I can drive.” I poured out. Immediately my mind ran to the incident that happened on the highway a few hours ago.“Daddy, Mommy's car wanted to fall.” Martha spoke. “Martha, will you keep shut?” I shouted with a smile on my face. But I was serious. My eyes flashed deep into her.“What did you say, Martha
Sofia escaped death.Sofia's POV I really need to move out of this house completely to a quiet place. I need to think deep over this before giving Donal my final word. Because I will bear the consequences of any decisions I make. This is not about a contract but now a covenant. The man I had in mind to go and embrace when I am out of here is in a deep mess. Jack. He needs urgent help to bounce back as a man.Going to meet him is like asking a man walking in slippery soil to cross me over.“Good morning, madam.” A voice entered, which pulled me out from my reverie.“Good morning to you, Philip. How can I help you?” I asked.“Madam, before your husband left for work this morning, he told me to be driving you to any place you wish to go to until he finds a permanent driver and bodyguard,” Philip poured out.“Is that all you are here for?” I asked him.“Madam, that is all.” He responded.“I have heard you. You can return to your duty post.” Philip turned and left.This is serious. This
“In addition to what I just said, I had an emergency board meeting yesterday. And in that meeting we discussed a whole lot. Particularly the trending issue. That was our main focus.” “Somebody went and published my private life in public. Accusing me of not being in a real marriage. But rather playing around with different women.”Sofia's eyes froze. “So, what is my business with that?” She poured out. “I think the person never lied.” She added.“Sofia, this isn't a joking matter,” I muttered.“Do I appear like someone who is joking? Answer me, Donal,” she poured out. With a bit of aggression.“Look, Sofia, I had a very long conversation with my investors last night. They have finally seen the rumors flying around social media. It was a conference call. One of them is now insisting I return the part payment they had made to my company.” “Here is the exact statement he made: "Donal, we have seen the information flying around social media, and we have made a careful investigation fro
At the Edifice of Donal.Donal POV “Where is Martha?,” I asked.“She is inside sleeping.” Sofia responded.“Make sure you regulate the AC. And keep it moderate because of her health,” I poured out.“I have done that already.” She answered.“Are you doing anything right now?” I asked. My eyes blinked.“No, but in the next hour I will be in the kitchen to start preparing dinner.” She responded.“Like I told you before, I'm making plans to get you a driver. You don't have to be risking your life driving yourself to the market. Or anywhere else, you are a wife of a billion. Such doesn't befit your status.” I poured out. “I don't think I'm interested in having a driver. Moreover, I don't move out often.” Sofia said.“No, you need one or two drivers. In addition, a maid that will be assisting you in going to the market and cooking as well.” I poured out.“I'm still healthy and strong. What do I need a maid for? I hope this is not a good way of you trying to bring Linda into this house.” S
Sofia and Jack met.Sofia's POV.I can't believe my eyes. No, I can't believe my eyes. Who am I seeing?Is this Jack? Oh my goodness. After a whole long period of time. I wiped my eyes with my hand to be sure of who I was looking at. If this is Jack, then his outlook has really changed.I moved closer to the spot where he stood and was picking some items into the basket he was holding. When I got closer, I shouted, "Jack!”He turned at once; his eyes met with mine.Instantly the basket he was holding fell off his hand with his two eyes wide open in shock, accompanied by a loud scream."No, no, don't come closer to me.” As he was shouting, he was also looking every corner of the shop for an available route to escape.Why is he acting this strange? I asked myself. I became confused by his actions.“Jack, this is me, Sofia. Why are you running away from me? Are you okay?”“You are dead; why are you coming to me? Stay away from me. What did I do wrong?” he shouted.I think something is de
At the conference room.Donal's POV.As I arrived, the conference room was set, calm and serene; shock and surprise were written all over the faces of my managers.They have never experienced such an emergency impromptu close-door meeting like this before.Some appear so skeptical, while others are eager to say something. Maybe they actually have something vital to say.I went and sat down quietly. But in full control of myself. I wouldn't want them to notice any form of panic around me.“Hello gentlemen, all side whispering and discussions should be put on hold. Let us face the business of the day. This meeting is very crucial,” I poured out. My eyes moved around the room.“I greet you all once again. And I hope we all saw the information I shared in our private group chat. Maybe some of you might have even seen it elsewhere.”"It is no longer news that somebody out there is trying to bring down this company. When you carefully read that information I posted, at the ending part of it
Staying inside the room without a trace of the whereabouts of Martha seems like hell to me altogether. I'm just restless and frustrated.I couldn't sit at a spot. Lizzy walked in and sat at the edge of the bed. Without saying a word. I was prancing around. Sweat running down my neck. Like someone o
The entire building fell silent. That one could dictate the sound of any ant that walked across. Donal's eyes scanned through the face of his security guard when he arrived. "Anthony,” he called out. “Go at once and search the entire estate and bring Martha to me.” He commanded.“Okay, sir.” Antho
“Jack, you just insulted me for the very first time ever since we knew each other. I'm not going there because of money; I'm Sofia, and I'm not the type attracted to prestige, influence, or money.” “I have my personal reason for my decision; it has nothing to do with money. I still value and under
As soon as we settled down in VIP settings, Jack ordered soft drinks. He doesn't take harsh wine that contains alcohol.Most of the time he prefers taking bottled water over soft drinks or juice.He has a light brain. Incapable of handling soured drinks. He had once shared his experience with me o







