STUCK WITH THE NANAThe guest all gathered together for one last time before calling it a night. Matteo went out to the balcony to get some fresh air, he needed to clear his head from everything he had seen.The cool night breeze helped calm his mind. He replayed the scene over and over in his head before he finally shuddered in fear. He took a deep breath and let it out."I understand that it's a lot to take in," A familiar voice called out.Matteo turned around to see Master Randall walking toward him with hands in his pockets. He stopped beside Matteo and brought out a pack of cigarettes."Do you mind?" Master Randall asked Matteo politely."No really," Matteo curtly answered. He was not in the mood for anyone's company but he realized that he could learn a thing or two from the father of his crazy ex.Master Randall dragged hard on his cigarette after he lit it up. He held his breath as the nicotine filled his lungs and esophagus. He exhaled as the substance hit him hard.High on
BLACK HOUND'S VIXEN"This is Vixen. Subject two is secure."Black Hound hung up his burner phone as Vixen his partner gave him her update on his client's wife. Everything was going smoothly. Although he did not want to take the informant's life, he knew it was necessary.Black Hound had gotten no useful information from the now deceased informant which meant that he was no longer needed and was now a threat.If he had not done what he did, he was so sure that the informant would have alerted whoever he was working for, therefore threatening the entire mission. His client would not like that.Black Hound was waiting for Vixen to come to pick him up and together, they would head back to Armani Castle Incorporated. He did not have to wait long because he could see the headlights of a car approaching.It was a red sleek Lexus. The vehicle slowed down in front of him. The Black Hound walked to the passenger side and opened the door. Inside, he adjusted the seat by moving it back so there w
A GAME OF THREEDiana broke down again as soon as she entered her home. She had avoided speaking to her parents because of what they did to her. Now her father dared to tell her how to live her life.She sat down behind the door for a long time thinking about her life. The people that birthed her were the ones who denied her happiness and purpose.She won't let them take it away this time, she'll write her own story and live on her terms. For her, life is a beautiful journey that she intends to cherish every single moment.She cleaned her eyes and walked upstairs to her bedroom, where she sat on the bed and let out a deep sigh.She was relieved Matteo was not at home, she did not know how she would explain why she was crying at the door like a child.Her phone buzzed and she picked it out of her bag. It was a text from Nicholas.'Hope you got home safe?''Yeah, I am about to get in bed, you?' She typed.'Can't wait to see you tomorrow, I hope you have a good night's sleep.' He replied
ALPHA OF GAMEMatteo did not sleep a wink last night. His mind was filled to the brim with the things he had seen in just the twenty-four hours he had spent in his grandmother's house.He had spent all night going through the briefcase of the Armani family history. There was so much to learn and so little time. He watched the sunrise from his window when morning came.He did not pass the night at the farmhouse, he slept in the guest room next to Nana's room. He looked at his watch and saw that the time was six on the dot.He got up from the chair he had been sitting on all night and stretched his limb. He gently picked up the old book he had been reading and gently placed it back into its designated suitcase.A knock on the door interrupted his privacy and he walked to answer it. Ella the old maid stood with a tray of warm cookies, her kind eyes looking up at him."Good morning to you Master Matteo, I hope you slept well," Ella cheerfully greeted."Morning Ella, please come in," Matte
THE WEEKEND GETAWAYNicholas Wilson woke up a very happy man. All was well with the world and things were going great between him and Diana. He was so excited to see her at work today.He picked out a navy blue Ralph Lauren suit and tie with matching trousers and Italian leather shoes. He was going to bedazzle her with his style. He knew that she loved to watch him.The weekend getaway was a surprise, and he was excited to show her the romantic plans and places they were going to have a good time. Just the two of them.He imagined serving her breakfast in bed and a lot of cuddle time. He shook his head and removed his black underwear as he stepped into the shower.The warm water cascaded down his body, relaxing him as he washed up. He hummed a tune to himself, enjoying the solitude of the moment. When he was done, he switched off the water.He carefully stepped out of the shower and walked to the sink to assess himself in the mirror. He picked up his toothbrush and squirted some paste
THE FLIGHT BACK HOMEPriscilla was troubled.This was because her father did what he was always known for. Which was deliberately leaving her out of his agenda. She was beginning to get afraid that her father might cut Matteo out of her life.She was angry at him throughout the flight, but Matteo had not even been bothered. She struggled to understand what Matteo was planning but her informant was not picking up her calls.Then there was a rumor going around the company that there would be a shakedown to filter resourceful employees and stagnant ones. It annoyed and astonished her that she was not made aware of it directly by her informant.She wondered why he was not answering his phone. It seemed strange that this was happening. She began to believe that something was wrong but could not pinpoint the problem.When they got off the plane, a black sleek Mercedes was waiting for them. Matteo slowly got down and waited for Priscilla to join him on the ground."You will take the car and
A STRANGE PROMOTIONMatteo decided to do what he hated greatly.He decided that he was going to be patient, he was too traumatized to stay still for a long time, but he knew he had to try. He wanted to get better and move on from his experience, but it was going to take time and effort.He decided to stand back and watch Diana. He refused to pester her like a child. He was ready and willing to see where all her decisions would take her. Provided that she still remained in his company.He couldn't help but wonder if there was more to her departure. Maybe she had found a better opportunity or wanted to pursue further studies. He wanted to see her blossom.He heard Nana's voice echo in his head."Let a lady be herself with you."He had failed to heed that little advice and now he was paying for it. He walked up to the two of them and looked sadly at Diana, yet determinedly at Nicholas.He planned to expose Nicholas and show Diana that he was just as bad if not even worse than she could e
A CALM MATTEOAmanda scoffed as soon as she saw Diana emerge from the lift."Here comes the wife," she bitterly thought to herself. She hated the fact that Diana worked here and she made it obvious with her facial expression. She never even tried to hide it.Diana walked past her without a glance. She was in no mood to exchange words with the secretary. She had deemed her unworthy and a slut since the day she made love to her husband on her coach. She honestly wondered why Matteo had not fired this woman already.Amanda Knowles did not like that. She could not accept being disrespected by her boss's wife. She had expected at least a form of greeting and she wanted to be the one at the controlling end."Do you have an appointment?" Amanda asked coldly.Diana kept on walking and scoffed at Amanda's question. She wanted to ignore Amanda but decided to give her a city reply that would get to her."I do not need an appointment to see Matteo, dearest secretary. You do your job and I'll do