Chapter 35: Enjoy it while it lasts!
Above all, Royce didn't trust this so called accomplice, he believed human beings are all selfish and devilish. He knew the stranger has his own selfish motive for helping him and staying private. He wished he could track him and see his face.
His face went blank black as his thoughts went wild. He longed to manipulate this person behind the scene, but it was hidden to him that his accomplice wasn't someone he could manipulate or plot against.
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The couple enjoyed the little time spent in Scott's office together because Flora had to report back to work. Joel came inside after she left, his boss praised him a little for what he has done.
There was a meeting to be attended to in the evening. Scott had prepared himself, he had sort out the stock's issue and had regained the beautiful reputation of the company.
Joel drove him to the underground, it was a hidden tunnel built with a structuralized and advanced technology. It was a place hidden from people, known only by the underworld networks, criminals and members.
"Boss!". Dragon and others bowed as they greeted him. Scott nodded his head in response to their acknowledgement.
His friends were also present, including his brother. They all sat round a long glass refined table, the seats surrounding it were up to twenty.
Scott sat down before others did, a sign of respect and high regard to their boss. "I am not surprised that Silver Group was hit that way, though it wasn't a heavy one. Maxson!". He called out to him.
"You have to be really really careful, these people are watching our everyday life and steps. Though we might be smart, but we could still be played or outsmarted".
"Yes bro". Maxson nodded with understanding. "We all know that Royce was the one who uploaded the video to go against you and the company, but he couldn't have gotten an anonymous account we couldn't hack. Though, the tech boys are on it, I am sure they would come up with something soon". He explained.
"In my view, I am pretty sure he has an alliance, a force helping him secretly". Gad said.
"Royce is an ordinary guy we could handle, why can't we just take him down". Roy suggested.
Gad opposed his thoughts. "No, we can't do that. We need to be very careful because our steps can be used against us".
"Gad is right. Since he has someone secretly backing him up, then the one we should be looking forward to battle with is the mastermind. The mastermind is the real culprit". Micheal said.
"Well guys, I really want to apologize for my actions, I should have all inform you about Joan, I didn't know the bastard would pull some tricks, I am very sorry". He stood up and bow to everyone.
"It fine Maxson, it wasn't your fault at all, you were protecting your woman, we all understand how it feels". Gad talked first.
"Yeah Maxson, you did well. I love the way you spoilt his face with those hits, you are always full of courage". Roy gave him a thumb.
Scott watched everyone as they talked, he gave a long look at Maxson, telling him he did well. "Venom, how's the watch on Arthur going?". Everyone looked directly at Venom.
"We have not detected any movement from him, but Black eye has been making some suspicious move". Venom stopped talking.
"Continue". Scott said as he closed his two eyes listening to what else he had to say. "He is always out to a busy but excluded area, whenever we try to see who he was meeting, he vanishes". Venom explained.
"Has he become a ghost or what are you saying?". Roy asked confused. "Young master Mart, I don't mean that, we are also confused about it and don't know how to approach boss since we are yet to have a concrete facts". Venom said.
"Scott, are you suspecting him?". Gad asked immediately Venom spoke. "We can't say yet, since the information we have is incomplete. Seeing Black eye moving isn't something ambiguous or equivocal, we need more source to satisfy this suspicion". Micheal clarified.
"Yeah it true, we need more information. Dragon, Spider, Hack! You guys should speed up more on your discovery with Venom. Prum, Joel and Maxson will join you, while others work on the new hacking system to be invented". Scott arranged everyone's role.
"Yes boss!". Venom answered.
"Prum! Where is the man you captured?". He asked as his voice transmits deadly traits.
"In the cage boss". Prum responded. "Lead the way". They all stood up going to see the accomplice in Flora's case.
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"Mum, you can take a rest. You've been caring for me since I had came into this house. You don't need to worry too much, I and the baby are fine". Presch assured her mother in law.
"Don't worry about me, I am just doing what I have to do for my unborn grandson, he would very be happy to meet me when he comes out". Sarah smiled.
She took the cup of milk Presch had just finished drinking into the kitchen. Presch looked at her annoyingly. "I knew it was because of the pregnancy she started caring for me, deceitful woman!". She condemned her in her heart.
Sarah was busy cleaning and preparing a new meal for the family as she was singing with joy. Yes, her happiness was as a result of her unborn grandson.
Presch went upstairs to her room so she could call her own mother. As she entered the room, she locked the door immediately, to avoid anyone hearing her conversation.
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In Fiddle World restaurant, Broe visited Royce. He wanted to ask about how he had met a Silver breed and fought with him.
"Brother in law, come in". Royce stood up, he wasn't expecting him at the restaurant today. He hardly visits the restaurant since he had put him in charge of here. "Hope there is no problem? Seeing you here today is so surprising". He declared.
"Nothing pretty much, I just want to make enquiries about something very important". Broe said as he made himself comfortable on the office sofa.
"Alright then, I am listening". Royce said. "Do you care for anything, like coffee or a simple dish". He offered.
"No, don't bother with that". Broe rejected.
"I heard about you and Maxson's confrontation regarding a staff here who quit work on her own. I also saw the video where he had fought with you. My question is, how come you end up having a clash with a Silver? Don't you know who they are in City B? For the sake of your family, especially your pregnant sister, it would be good if you withdraw any further tricks you might be calculating". Broe sat up and said.
"Smiles__ I thought it was something else you wanted to talk about, I didn't know it was because of the Silver family. Brother-in-law, of course, everyone knows how powerful this family are, including the circle of friends Silver Scott moves with. They can manipulate and take away anyone they want, but as for me Royce, they can't escape my destruction". He said confidently.
"Do you know Silver Scott is Flora's husband now? I think it enough we suffered that lady, let us leave her to live in peace. The trick you pulled didn't affect even 5% of their wealth, telling you how strong, dominating and ruthless they are. If you pull anymore trick, it won't only affect the Silver's but Flora included".
Royce was confused. "Brother in law, I really respected you a lot, but on which side are you? On Flora's or your wife side? My sister is pregnant for you and you could come here begging for another lady's life?". He questioned Broe in awe.
"I'm also saying this for Presch. What if Scott strikes back at you, do you think it would not affect your other family members? Think about the consequences of your actions before you take any step. I'll be taking my leave".
"And don't forget, I Broe, I don't have any power to fight against anyone". Broe said and took his leave.
Royce stood there looking at his brother- in-law as he walked out, he couldn't believe he would ever thought of caring for Flora, or as she possessed him too? He thought of telling his mother, so she could be cautious of him.
He immediately phoned his mother. "Mum, you don't belive what Broe came to tell me here at the restaurant". He said fiercely.
Cylene who was about taking a nap looked very confused. "What is the matter? And where do you throw the respect for your sister's husband". She rebuked him.
"Mum I don't think he would get any respect from me again from now on". Royce uttered.
"Could you believe he came to tell me to let the Silver be because of Flora's safety and peace?". He asked directly.
"What? Meaning that?". Cylene stood up as she heard the name Flora.
"It means he is still in love with Flora, he didn't even care about Presch, instead he came to plead to me for Flora's sake. I can't imagine how annoying I was when he was speaking". Royce grieved.
"Calm down son, I would see to it. Just don't allow your sister to hear this". She said.
"Okay mum, take care". He replied and ended the call.
Cylene gave a deep sigh, she smiled wickedly as she imagined the havoc she would cause in Flora's life. "So soon! So soon! Enjoy it while it lasts!".