Theodore and Ash were standing around the oblong table at the multi purpose hall with the Firm's visitors and executives. They are Lucian's small pack of friends.
They were the reason Lucian froze because he never thought of seeing them on Earth. The moment he woke up and didn't find them, he thought his father never sent them with him. But seeing them around now, he felt a little bit home and wanted to give them both a head hug, but they were in the middle of an official meeting.Ash waved at him while Theodore winked giving him the signal that they were with him. During the meeting, Lucian scoffed and rolled his eyes the moment he sighted Theodore flirting and winking repeatedly at the woman that was sitting across him during the conference.*So typical* Lucian said in his head as he caught sight of Ash waving his head sideways in a helpless kind of way too.They both knew Theodore as a man who loves everything on skirts and with nice ass and good boobs. But they never knew he would be doing his shits around here too.The woman was already red on the cheeks as she was smiling sheepishly at Theodore falling deeply for his flirtatious lifestyle, she didn't even realize the meeting had ended. Ash is the coolest amongst the three, most times quiet but sometimes can be noisy, an ambivert and everything in between, not so cool, not too hot, not too spicy, just there. But Theo is the direct opposite as you already know, too hot, too spicy, a fucking extrovert to the core.Outside the hall, Ash started walking towards Lucian to greet him while Theodore wanted to finish the work he started by exchanging contacts with the lady of earlier.When Ash approached Lucian, they hugged each other as they patted their shoulders in a brotherly way."How have you been man?"Ash asked Lucian who was looking ahead of him towards Theo."I feel good now knowing you guys are around, things' changed but the only thing still fixed is Theo's flirting spirit."Lucian said pointing at Theodore while Ash laughed in an *I know right* kind of way.Then, Theo started coming towards them, adjusting his suit and giving off devilish smirks at the ladies who gave him a helpless drooling sideway glances. He was feeling very godly.He gave Lucian a hand shake and patted his shoulder as he said,"How's the going bud?""Going been good, Theo but the only thing I fear that would put us all in trouble is your young fella down there."
Lucian said pointing at Theo's torso.They all laughed at the joke and started walking towards their offices."I never thought I'd see you guys around here."
Lucian said."Well, your old man wanted to separate us. I and Theo have our own manse. But the good thing is, we work here."
Ash replied Lucian who was walking beside him.Then, Theo abruptly stopped on his track and spun around with his hands wide apart facing Ash and Lucian who stopped on their tracks too, narrowing their brows as to why Theo was being dramatic that morning."Guess what guys? I already have a huge list of so many senoritas and I would be needing you two to help me select one or two to be my girlfriends maybe three or four?"Theo said smiling widely at Lucian and Ash who looked at each other in surprise and turned back to him and asked in unison,"Seriously?" with their brows arched.Theo pressed his lips tightly shut slowly as he replied in defeat, feeling a very negative vibe from his two friends."You know what guys, I am so sorry for bothering you. Forget I ever said that." He said turning around and waving his hand in the air as he continued walking."You need to leash your monster Theo"
Lucian warned him, Theo rolled his eyes at the sound of that and muttered, *whatever* to himself, thinking about it, he continued,"Wait, why are we down here afterall? If not to have fun, freedom and merry?"Theo chipped in."Seems like you've forgotten the main reason we're here in the first place Theo."Lucian replied."Hold up, Lu, you actually believe there's a forged excalibar down here or whatever your old man calls it?"Ash said."Good one there Ash, the very best thing I've heard you say since we got to earth!"
Theo yelled as Ash glared at his comments."You guys should keep it down, unless you want to explain to everyone here what you are going on about."
Lucian warned looking around, then he continued,"I'm not sure what to make of it yet, but Ichabod can be anything but a buffoon. Remember Lacian's birthright is on the line here."
"Aww, poor Lacian. I missed the look on his face when we got flushed down. He must've been crying his ass out."Theodore uttered as he had Ash and Lucian laughing so hard at the funny mockery.They went to their stations and Lucian entered his office.On his desk were piles of files and so many works undone. He tiredly swept his hands through his hair thinking of where to start.Then a knock came in and he answered.Mr. Winker hurriedly entered standing before him with his hands behind him."Why are you always in a hurry? Is anyone or anything at all after your life?"
Lucian had to ask expecting a good answer from Mr. Winker.Mr. Winker gave a quick chuckle as he said,"Not really, just that time is precious, you know."Lucian didn't buy the answer as he kept on glaring at Mr. Winker.Mr. Winker seeing the serious stares on his boss's face knew he wasn't satisfied so, he cleared his throat and came out clean."The truth is, I want to get promoted again at the end of the year."He said, looking down at his shoes.*Oh, really? So, this man had hurried his ass to so many positions and got to where he is today?*But what Lucian couldn't understand was, which other position was he looking for?Is being his PA not the highest rank you could get? He had to ask,"Which other level do you seek? Is being my PA not enough or, do you want to ride me over and take my position?"
Lucian said beating his chest at the emphasis."No, no. Not really Sir, just that, I thought, I might be the manager of your upcoming Annex Company, South Side. Hopefully."
Wait a minute, I have an Annex I'm just hearing about for the first time?
What other surprises do you have in stock for me, Ichabod?He dismissed Mr. Winker after giving him the files he came for and got his fingers working. He had to browse about his own Firm? Gosh, that felt very ridiculous. But he had braced himself ready for whatever the universe and his psycho of a father would be throwing at him.Lucian did his researches about his annex South Side and found out that the company was still under construction but got dropped because of the sudden death of the building planner or what you would call the architect in charge.So, he decided to create awareness for a new architect to take up the contract. He needed the company running in no distant time. After putting words across online, he got so many recommendations from friends and well wishers, so many people even called his office in West Side about their capability and proficiency in the job. But Lucian is that type of man that would always go for classy and professionally standard people. Sorry, but he meant no offense.A particular person got so many referrers but Lucian was waving it aside because probably the referee happened to be a lady.He doesn't want to trust a lady to draw his company's building plan. How good would the job look? What risks would I be open to?Lucian couldn't help but look at the pros and cons.After
Selene woke up that morning with so much enthusiasm.She brought the dresses she bought yesterday infront of her mirror standing behind each of them, imagining how they would look on her and which one she would love to wear for the interview.After much deliberations, she decided to go for the dark peach skirt suit. *It would match my hair*She thought as she also went for her black stiletto pomp heel and a chanel black hand bag.Taking her bathe, she dressed up looking very gorgeous and classy. Well, GO CLASSY meant it when they said it.She decided to let her hair down on her shoulders as she left that morning for Lucian's Estates and Resorts.Stephanie left earlier, so she had to board a taxi. Getting to the firm, she looked up the building and saw a giant picture of a gracefully looking man. Why was he so extra in that picture? She wanted to find any possible means of criticizing the billboard. Something about him is just so annoying.*Are you for real now, Selene? C'mon you do
Ash and Theodore entered Lucian's office and sat their butts down as comfortably as ever with Theo swinging his chair and Ash having one leg on top of the other. They were having a chatty discussion as Lucian tried to hurry up and finish his work for the day."The fact that everyone here knows me so well and I'm just beginning to know them is mind blowing."Ash complained."C'mon, tell me about it. Ichabod's time loop game is mad, man. Can you imagine? an obsessed fan of mine also told me of how I promised to take her out, well I'm definitely considering that.Theo said looking over at Lucian whose eyes dimmed seeing something in his system."Guys, our business alliance that were here yesterday is throwing a big middle year party till dawn, tomorrow. And we are invited to come with second parties strictly."Lucian read out from his system. "Yeah!! That's the life I'd dreamt of coming through. Party! Party! Party!" Theo exclaimed."Wait, what do they mean by second party? I don't have
Theo immediately briefed one of his lady friends about the party and she jumped on the invite as expected. It was that easy.Who wouldn't want to be seen side by side with Theodore dé Leonardo? One of the most good looking and wealthy bachelors to ever grace West Side, having Lucian at the top of the list.Nelly happened to be Theo's best female catch and she has a match with Theo's energy. She was all excited and prepared her best dress for the occasion, not knowing that Theo wanted to be at the party because he wished to meet someone he would put above her, sorry, but that's the life he loves to lead.Ash on the other hand just wanted to represent the Company with his presence and do his friend the Honour of being around. No much thinking. ••••••6:00 Pm•••• Stephanie wore her lemon green one handed Gucci gown which fitted her perfectly curved body, highlighting the dress with her white sandal heels and purse. She packed her hair in a ponytail and glossed her lips with a nude lip gl
When Lucian was done with signing the papers there in the party hall with the Blue Bug's manager who also doubled as the company's CEO, he and his pack left for home but before they made a move on that, Ash and Theo convinced Lucian to come home with them rather and he did not budge because he's longed to be with them full time too. When they got to their manse, the living room was untidy because of some guys' stuff going on in there, from the game pads to the wines and beer bottles littered on the table plus, they had no room service unlike Lucian who had never known what it feels like to tidy a room. But then Theo was sitting on his head like a time bomb waiting to explode, there was something he and Ash observed that night and wanted to share with him which was one of the reasons they wanted him over. Few hours later, when they'd all taking their showers and settled in the now tidy living room, Theo couldn't contain his curiosity. "Hey man, where did you meet that girl again, er
Selene had a slight veisalgia and slept like a log even the sunset that shimmered through her window, resting on her face didn't wake her up. But in no distant time, she got plunged out of her slumber when her phone chimed and she remembered instantly the meeting she'd be having that morning with Lucian; they would be visiting South Side together so he could show her around the annex and where the deceased architect stopped. She can't afford to play with the chance Lucian was offering her and she felt her head swelling at the thought of him texting her and calling off the appointment and the contract entirely for lateness.Selene cussed and rolled off the bed as she practically flew into the bathroom right after she opened the text.*You know how unprofessional it is to be late on the first day of work, don't you?*Lucian ain't good with words but for him to sound like this means he's just not happy.She hurriedly took her bath, brushed her teeth and struggled to get into her tight d
Lucian alighted and straightened his tux suit jacket as he walked into Harry and Ruth with Selene stepping gracefully before him.Harry and Ruth is situated at the outskirts of West Side, it is a very exquisite and cool restaurant run by a couple whose name the restaurant goes by. Entering the restaurant, Selene left her mouth in a cute little O as her eyes bawled and flickered in amazement, the four walls of the restaurant is simply magnificent, it had her spinning around, she needed no search engine to tell her how expensive their menu would be whether à la carte or table d'hôte, it would definitely be high-priced. She actually didn't expect less from Lucian but this is way beyond her expectations. Unable to control her emotions, she turned to Lucian and asked. "I thought we're here for brunch?""Yes?""Then why does it look like we're invited to a King's party?"Selene whispered while her eyes wandered about."I am a king, woman."She scoffed at that cold and conceited reply f
Lucian gently and quietly set down Selene's head from his arm, placing it on her handbag and making a pillow out of it, he stood up and walked away from the shelter and into the night he went, fearlessly.His eyes glowed from blue-grey to gold, radiating the fire straight from his father's throne and activating his night vision, he could see clearly like in the day time.Suddenly, a bat flew sottishly and smashed on a tree three metres from where he stood.He walked towards it, cautiously but defiantly, he's very composed but his mind was in a fierce combat with itself.Getting to the foot of the tree, he looked around one more time and then, he sat on his heels and observed the strange bat, arching his head to the side to get a better view.It was dead, it broke its head from the accident. He could tell from the fracture but the blood was improbable to be called natural; a deep blue tacky liquid.He was very inquisitive to know what it was, so he touched it with the tip of his fingers