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Man for the Task
Brian reached for his pocket slowly, and with every move he made, Alexâs eyes trailed.His fingers withdrew slowly, pulling with a bronze key; sizable, yet with nothing regular about it.The attorneyâs eyes widened, his heartbeat increasing.âHereâŚâ Brian threw the key at him, and he almost stumbled while he tried to get a hold of it.He was able to catch it before it fell to the ground.He retained his balance on the sofa, eyes on the key.The bronze suddenly felt too heavy in his hands, his eyes scanning the craft, the secrets it could contain, and its unique design.There was something else, something that made his belly churn.He knew that Brian having the key was a game-changer, yet his mind was filled with indecision.âWhere did you find it?â He lifted his face, but only for two seconds.âFind it?â Brian scoffed, causing the Attorney to return his gaze to him.âI have always had it, Alex. My Grandfather gave it to me about a year ago, when I returnedâŚâ He revealed in brief words
Source of Relief
âAre you really sure?â Brian had to ask for the umpteenth time, eyes on the young man standing before him.Alex nodded, then he took a deep breath.âYou have asked me this same question countlessly, Brian. I am fine, you have to believe me.â He insisted, then a heavy sigh followed.âIf you say so.â Brian retorted with a calm voice, nodding slowly.âItâs just that it's very hard to believe you, Alex. You look a messâŚâ He gestured to him, eyes keen with observation.âHow is your father? The last time I inquired, you told me he was still in the hospital.ââYeahâŚâ Alex forced a smile, but he could barely hold onto it.âHe is still in the hospital, but he is getting betterâŚâ He lied, voice unable to hold its grip.Brian stared at him without blinking, silently taking note of his unusual behavior.The tiny beads of sweat on his forehead, the inability to maintain eye contact, and even the fact that he was tapping his fingers in the air, something he did whenever he was nervous.âAre you sur
Blind Loyalty
âI am not sure.â Alex retorted with a low tone, taking a deep breath.âBut from the little I heard from my father, I think it unlocks something very sacred to your familyâŚââLike a treasure?ââI think soâŚâ Alex nodded, then he reached for his top drawer.Rebecca kept her eyes on him, watching as he took out a piece of paper with a drawing.âThis is what the key looks like.â Alex slid the paper toward her, and she grabbed it, lifting it toward her face.Her eyes stared at the sketch, and even though it was far from perfect, she was able to note the structure and also the fact that it was ancient.That made her curiosity rise, her eyes returning to the Attorney.âHow do I find this key, Alex? Any idea where it could be?âAlexâs expression fell, revealing the thought inside his head.Rebecca tutted, her eyes sparkling with annoyance.âOf what use are you exactly?â Her tone was hostile, her pupils constricted with anger.âYou have not been of any help to me, Alex. I wonder why I am still
Against all Odds
âI believe I have every right to get an answer from youâŚââI am his daughter. His only child.â Rebecca fumed in rage, almost crushing her purse.Her flaming eyes were on the young man seated across the table, almost ready to consume him.âI am sorry, Miss Regal. But there is nothing I can do. I am just doing my job.â The young man explained, keeping a straight face.Rebecca snorted, her temper rising alongside her suspicion.âDid he put you up to this?ââExcuse me?â The man raised an eyebrow, bemusement in his eyes.âWho are you talking about?ââMy nephewâŚâ Rebecca took a deep breath. âDid he ask you not to tell me anything about my fatherâs Will?âThe man looked away, then he cleared his throat.âBrian has nothing to do with this, Maâam. I am just following due process. When the time isâŚââI donât care about any bloody process!â Rebecca slammed hard on the table, causing the man to flicker.She was still vibrating, bloodshot eyes firing arrows of contempt at the young man.She pointe
Raising a Progeny
âWhat trap?â Quan asked in a hurry, right brow arched.Charlotte chuckled softly, returning her gaze to him.She could see the impatience in the Ministerâs eyes, but keeping people in suspense seemed to be one of her hobbies.âDid you really think I was willing to let him get all of that percentage in returns?â She retorted, mischief dazzling in her eyes.Quan huffed, a delightful smile on his face.âYou bad girl!â He hailed her, refusing to get rid of his smile.âIâve always known you to be a mastermind; I just knew that you had something up your sleeve.â He sniggered, then he cleared his throat.âTell me, Charlotte. What are you up to? Whatâs your plan to get rid of him?â He was anxious to receive a response, his smile leaving some room for his curiosity.âI have a plan.â Charlotte sank into the space beside the Minister, then she unfolded her arms.âLike I saidâŚâ She turned to face the Minister, sinister smile intact.âHe is walking into a trap, and as soon as we are done with the
Something up her Sleeve fowide,
âWho exactly do you think you are?â Quan was furious, standing before Brian and next to Charlotte.He ignored the silent gestures of the lady, pleading with him to be calm.âWho told you that you could walk out on us? In the meeting of a meeting?ââI didnât just walk out, Minister Quan. I excused myself. I already told Miss Walker the reason why I need to go home. We can always have this meeting some other time, and at a more convenient hour.âCharlotte tried to avoid Brianâs eyes, but they caught up with her before she could escape the glance.She knew exactly what that look meant, but being aware that saying anything could fuel the Ministerâs rage made her resist the urge to speak.She could feel her heart beating faster, enveloped by the tension hanging in the midst of the two men.âI am doing you a huge favor, Mr. Regal. What I am offering you is a lifetime opportunity. Owning over five hundred oil wells is a rare privilege. You should be on your knees, begging me to give you this
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