Three months in the hospital, Patrick has finally been discharged from hospital. He had spent two months in the intensive care unit and a month in the rehabilitation centre to get him back to normal life. The doctor had told him about his condition. At first it came to him as a shock but gradually he had come to terms with his cancer and planned for when he is gone. They said he had just over a year to live. At his mid eighties he felt that he had lived his life to his fullest. He had seen his children grow up and his grandchildren as well. He knew deep in his heart that he would have to make a sensible choice about the company. All his grandchildren were equally qualified and competitive. They all possessed great qualities to lead but he also knew he needed someone that would lead with compassion. He knew that was Adrianna, but he could not base his decision on his feelings. He knew his sons would put up a fight of jealousy crying favoritism, especially his two daughter-in-la

"John, the barn is getting to cluttered with junk, clean the junk out and get rid of the clutter" Felicia barked. With Patrick's retirement coming so soon, she wanted everything to be cleaned out thoroughly while her good for nothing son-in-law was here and Patrick was still working. Since his return he has been more compassionate to everyone including the servants. She didn't know why, and she didn't want to. He showered her with his love, and devoted his free time just to being with her and only her."Yes, Grandma" John smiled fakely. He didn't know how long more he could bear being belittled but he did know one thing, he loved her. He loved Adrianna with every beat of his heart. He would bear anything for her. He would walk through fire for her. He would move the sun and moon if he could. He knew, deep down in his heart one day she would love him for him. He put on a pair of blue overalls and went into the barn. He felt around the wooden wall behind the door unt

Mr Smith poured two glasses of whiskey, offering one to John. John didn't want to be rude and took the glass with no intention of drinking it.The couple smiled at each other before Mr Smith spoke, " John, this may all be happening too fast but you are the heir of Smith Corporations. Your mother and I had put you in the orphanage to keep you safe. Our brother wanted to kill you to gain control of the company. Since he could not have a heir of his own he couldn't bear the thought of having the company given to you. It was our only chance of keeping you safe".This was too much to take in and John stared at them in disbelief. Him, an orphan, a simpleton was the heir of Smith Corporations. " You are jokung right? Who put you up to this? Andrew? Jefferson? I have been tricked before, I'm not falling prey to your games!!!!!" , John laughed mockingly.Mr and Mrs Smith looked at each other, they needed to convince him at any cost. She walked over to the frames and read ou

As arranged John received the message from Alex to meet. It was a secluded place and he was uneasy. This whole thing just felt weird. Him, a heir to a multi-billion company. He dressed in casual blue jeans and a white golfer. He walked gathered the contract and folded it into a small square before putting it in his front pocket. He walked up to the table where Adrianna was working and picked up his wallet, placing it in his back packet. " And where do you think you are going?" Adrianna asked with her eyes still glued on her laptop screen. "To the shop", John replied coolly. Adrianna now picked up her head and stared at him, "And with who's permission".Before John could speak there was a knock on the door. " Come in"." John dear, please don't forget add strawberries to the list I had given you" Martha stuck stepped in, winking at John. John smiled, remembering last night when he received the text. He rushed over to Martha asking her for an alibi since valent

John sat at the table. He pulled out the contract and placed it on the table nervously. Alex poured two glasses of brandy, " this looks more like our boss, looking smart in that suit".  John smiled, he was eager to find out everything. He slid the contract across the table.Alex smiled and swirled his glass before taking a sip," lets begin with introducing myself. I am Alex, Alex Jenkins, your personal assistant."John nodded. He really needed to know what the hell was going on" Why is he watched and being followed. Why does he have people who say their his parents. Why does he have this contact."Alex chuckled," so many why's!, lets begin with the background work on who you are before advancing to all your other why's. I will paint the picture for you so that you fully understand your importance!!!!"Alex took another sip and motioned for John to do the same" it will ease your nerves on what I am about to divulge to you".John took a gulp of his b