RESTORED HEIR

Chapter 4

“How am I supposed to know who is behind it?” Francis chuckled.

“But yesterday, you assured me that I will secure a contract with Celestial Brand.”

Francis cleared his throat, “I said that because I believe in your capabilities.”

“Okay,” Jacelyn said with a low tone.

“Jacelyn, please speak to Mister Silas. I don't know what my offence is but I am sorry. He shouldn't punish my whole family. They've terminated the contract with my family that implies that we are now bankrupt. Please help me.”

A man knelt before Jacelyn. He had swollen and reddened eyes. It was obvious he had been crying.

It was Jones Loryd.

“I don't know how…” With a worried look, Jacelyn couldn't complete her statement because Francis spoke.

“He is well connected. He and his family should be able to sort whatever mess they got into with Celestial Brand. Let's go and tell everyone this good news. Your position in the family is no longer threatened and no one would pressurize you to get married to someone better than me.”

Jacelyn wished she could help Jones but she couldn't.

Some minutes later, the duo arrived home.

They noticed no one was at home so they decided to check the mansion.

Jacelyn and her nuclear family lived in a small apartment within the premises but grandpa Carl and other family members dwelled in the mansion.

They had to leave the mansion when Jacelyn’s father, Paul, was seen as a useless person who doesn't contribute to the family's business but felt entitled to some stipends.

Grandpa had called an impromptu meeting to select who would take over from Jacelyn. They knew it would be impossible for her to secure a deal with Celestial Brand. They felt her visiting the company will be of no use.

The moment Jacelyn and Francis walked in, murmurings filled the air.

Yusi mocked, “Super hero, Jacelyn. Hope you are ready to pack out from the office so that new person can take over?”

Grandpa Carl sneered, “You went that far because of your miserable husband. I didn't get you arrested because you are my granddaughter. Since you can't secure a deal with Celestial Brand, you have to leave the family's business.”

Francis was disgusted, “At least, hear what she has to say first!”

“Since when did you have a say in our family meeting. Shut up bastard!”

Clara flared up.

“He still has the face to show up here because Jacelyn hasn't divorced him.”

“It's best if we throw him out of the house, he is useless. She's been punished all because of him.”

“His presence pollutes the environment.”

The Carls present expressed their opinions.

Jacelyn couldn't tolerate it anymore. She said, “None of you should speak ill of my husband. If I secure the contract with Celestial Brand, everyone must respect him as my husband and a son-in-law of the family.”

Hahaha!

Laughter filled the air, they were convinced beyond doubt that even in ten years’ time to come, she can't secure the deal.

Paul, Jacelyn's father who had always kept quiet in family meetings suddenly spoke.

“It's not a laughing matter.”

Clara threw a disdainful gaze at Paul. She was disappointed that her husband, who was the eldest son of the family, was treated more or less like a slave in his home.

“Fine! I agree and you'll be promoted at the office.”

Grandpa Carl announced.

Jacelyn smiled and said. “Good. I got a contract with Celestial Brand. I will be expecting my promotion letter ASAP.”

“You must be joking.”

“Is Celestial Brand a piece of cake to you?”

They all didn't believe her.

“Jones didn't tell me anything like that.” Yusi said with a tightened look. “I'll call Jones to know if you are telling the truth.”

Yusi called Jones several times but he didn't pick up.

She turned to Jacelyn, “Where is your evidence?”

“Here you go,” Jacelyn waved the document high above her head. “Celestial Brand will invest seventy million into the family's business.”

“That's not possible,” Thompson, Jacelyn's uncle, stood up furiously.

He had tried to secure the deal severally but failed.

It was a slap to him if Jacelyn secured the contract.

Thompson continued, “This document is not enough. Seventy million just like that for a company that is just starting up? Step your lies, dear niece.”

Grandpa Carl also didn't believe it. He was about to speak when Fred Santex walked in.

“Good day everyone. I can feel the celebration in the air.” Fred giggled.

“What do you mean?” Thompson asked curiously.

“The newsletter that the Carls just secured a contract with Celestial Brand is all over the place. Jacelyn bagged a contract worth seventy million and her picture is everywhere.”

Fred brought out his phone and showed them the news headline about Celestial Brand's new partnership with the Carls family business, Carlton.

The phone was passed around and ended up on Grandpa Carl’s hand.

“Seventy million? Just like that?” Grandpa Carl expressed his shock.

“Hold on, does this mean Jacelyn will get all the promises attached to her securing the contract?”

Thompson asked with a confused look.

Grandpa Carl sighed. He couldn't go back in his words.

“Yes, but let's see how things play out.” Grandpa Carl said softly.

He still had plans of getting his granddaughter married to a wealthy and influential man. He had to tread with utmost wisdom.

“Fred Santex, we all will be glad to welcome you to our family as a son-in-law. Do you still have interest in Jacelyn?”

“What do you mean, Mom?” Jacelyn asked coldly.

Clara looked at Jacelyn. “With your status in the society now, you need a man that is above your standard and also business oriented. Fred Santex is a perfect choice.”

“Do I need to remind you that everyone here promised to treat my husband with utmost respect and see him as a son-in-law of the family if I get the deal?”

“It doesn't matter! I insist that you divorce Francis.” Clara uttered coldly.

With a frown, Jacelyn turned to Grandpa Carl. “Grandpa!”

Grandpa Carl said, “With regards to the company, I won't go back on my words. However, your mother knows what's best for you naturally.”

“Exactly,” Clara yelled.

“I won't divorce Francis! I don't want to have anything to do with Fred and that's final.”

Jacelyn said confidently.

“When did you become so proud? Is it because of a deal that we are yet to verify?” Thompson sneered.

“To celebrate Jacelyn and this deal, I will like to treat everyone to dinner by seven in the evening at PEAUR CAFE.”

Fred interrupted abruptly.

Jacelyn was pissed by Fred's word. Why did he want to celebrate an achievement that has nothing to do with his family? She was about to speak when a voice rang out.

“All of us will be there. Jacelyn you are the spotlight of the celebration, look your best. Also invite the owner of Celestial Brand for the dinner.”

Grandpa Carl spoke as though he had read Jacelyn's mind.

He continued, “I heard they have a new boss. I will be delighted to meet the person since his identity is yet to be revealed.”

“Yes, it will be a great privilege to have the boss at the dinner.”

“With that, every family in Kentic City will want to Curry favor from us.”

The Carls couldn't help but express their excitement.

“I don't know who the new boss is.” Jacelyn announced with opened arms. “I only met the HR and the deputy manager.”

“That is not an excuse! You must invite the new boss and don't bother playing games.” Thompson snorted.

Jacelyn gazed at Francis with her expression asking if he wouldn't say something.

“Jacelyn, calm down. You don't have to be worked up.”

Francis said with a sly smile.

“How can I be calm? What is all this? I secured the contract and now I have to invite the new boss of Celestial Brand to dinner? That's impossible!”

“As I always say, give an attempt before you conclude.”

Francis smiled.

Fred who was a wealthy man was treating them to a dinner to celebrate the Carl's new and huge contract but the family wants the new boss to be present all because they want to show off.

If only they knew that the new boss was the son-in-law of their family whom they humiliated and insulted.

“Attempt what? I remembered Silas saying I will meet with the new boss at the right time. It will be difficult. I will never divorce you, my family can do their worst.”

Firmly, Jacelyn said.

Inwardly, Francis was delighted that his wife was standing with him despite the pressure from her family members. The least he could do in return was make her happy.

“Reach out to Silas Anthony for enquires. I am convinced that the new boss will be happy to meet the young lady who is competent and capable to secure a deal with his company in less than a day of submitting a proposal. He must be proud of you just like I am.”

Jacelyn giggled and said. “Come off it. You can't be compared to the new boss of Celestial Brand. Not even in your dreams.”