"I think we need to see your father first and explain to him. The only reason I am doing this is because you are too young to be going through this stress"
"Thank you so much"
"So, where do you think he should be? Home or office?"
Ashley thought for a while. "I think we should just check the office"
"Okay"
Alex arranged his table and called his secretary. "Take care of the office for now. I need to attend to something important"
"Yes sir"
"Let's move" She stood up and followed him immediately. They got outside and a car quickly stopped in front of them. Alex opened the door for her to enter.
Ashley directed the driver to her father's company. When they got there, everyone was somehow busy. She asked one of the workers if her dad was around. She gave Ashley a look that indicated she was worthless.
Ashley never cared about how she made her feel. Alex noticed the lady too. Ashley could see how irritated he felt but he couldn't say anything because he was trying to respect the owner of the place.
Did she just say respect? Ashley can't tell if they were still the owner, maybe George has taken over the company. They walked into her father's office. They saw him bury his face in his hands on the table. He lifted his face and immediately he saw Ashley, he yelled.
"Ashley, didn't I warn you never to allow me to set my eyes on you? What are you doing here?"
"Dad, hear me out first. I got drunk last night and mistook another room for his. It was not intentional"
"Who is this young man here?" His eyes were bloodshot in anger.
She looked at Alex, he understood that it was time for him to speak.
"I am Alex Wayne, the son of Wayne Croft. I am in charge of Wayne's enterprise"
Gregory Simpson has heard about Wayne's enterprise, he knew Alex was a Billionaire. But that was not his problem. He still needs his company.
"Last night, your daughter staggered into my room. She kept calling me George Chulley, I was confused because that is not my name. I noticed she had taken lots of alcohol, so I allowed her. Please just note that it was a mistake"
"How do I take it as a mistake when I was given twenty-four hours to hand over the company to George Chulley? The mistake can't be corrected"
"Dad, we can explain to him"
"Both of you should get out of this place. You have disgraced me in public"
"Dad, so you don't care about how I feel?"
"Who cares? my company is more important"
Alex couldn't believe his ears. So this was happening for real. He has never seen a father who could act so weird as Gregory Simpson.
"And listen to me carefully, there is no remedy to what you have caused me. I don't need you at home"
"So where do you want me to go?" Ashley couldn't hold herself. She burst out in tears. Alex had to console her.
"Wherever you wish"
Alex felt so hurt. He couldn't tell why her father acted that way. He believes there was more to what happened recently. This is more like disowning his daughter.
Alex put his hand around her waist and helped her to leave the office and the entire company. He told her to enter the car. Alex was still standing outside thinking of where she would stay.
"I think we should go and see George first. From his reply to the explanations, I will know what's next"
He got into the car and told the driver to locate George's company.
"Are we going there too?"
"Yes, let's see if he will change his mind for the sake of your father's company"
Ashley felt so touched by his kindness. "I am sorry for putting you through all the stress and disturbing your work hours"
He looked at her and smiled. "It's nothing Ashley" Alex was shocked by the way she apologized. Where did she get this training from?
They arrived at the company. Alex realized that they were drug dealers. Was that what the father couldn't forfeit for his daughter's happiness? Who knows if Alex would have given him a better opportunity?
They walked into George's office with the help of a staff. George saw Ashley and knew she was the daughter of Simpson, the resemblance was very obvious.
Ashley observed the man that would have been her husband. What an ugly-looking person. She couldn't imagine having such a person as her man. This shows her father doesn't mean well for her.
"You slut! What have you come here to do?"
Ashley could not believe what he called her. Alex could not take it.
"How dare you call her a slut? I can see why you behaved like a tout in public. You are doing everything for money, I can see that"
"How can you come to my office to call me names?"
At this point, Ashley had to defend herself. It was obvious she won't plead anymore.
"Before you call another person a slut, ask yourself if you are a saint? I blame my dad for thinking I will ever end up with this ugly thing that looks so unkempt and dirty"
George looked at himself and felt insulted. He knew she was right but he wouldn't take that.
"The man you call ugly can buy your father's company ten times. At least I am not like your father who is owing debts. And you, who are you?"
"I am Alex Wayne. The owner of Wayne's enterprise. I am sure your profile hasn't gotten to mine" he said sarcastically
George felt bad on hearing the name. He knew the owner of that enterprise was a Billionaire and he was the one standing before him. He knew his profile hadn't gotten to his level. He felt humiliated.
"I guess you were the one she spent the night with. Her father could have informed me that she was a cheat and I can't marry a cheat"
"Cheat? I am glad she didn't give her virginity to you last night. You aren't worth a priceless jewel. You call her a cheat but you look more like a cheat"
"You mean, she was truly a Virgin and gave it to you?"
"What is the best description you need to hear? She doesn't deserve to be with your kind. You look too rascal for her. Take care of your looks and work on becoming the best version of a real man and not a drug dealer"
George was stunned. He was challenged in his own office. Alex walked out of the office with Ashley. They entered the car and left.
"Ashley, I am sorry it turned out this way"
"Not at all, he deserves the insult. Thank you so much for standing by me"
Alex wondered where she would stay. If he invited her to his house, Monalisa would start nagging all around. He doesn't need that trouble but he will explain to her.
"I think you need to follow me home"
"No, just drop me at the nearest hotel. I will lodge there and figure out what to do"
"Are you sure you will be okay?"
"Yes of course. I appreciate"
Alex Wayne had been monitoring her with his side eyes. She looks so beautiful and is easy to talk with. She has a simple personality. Her father has lost a great woman and he would regret it.
The car came to a halt in front of Genesis Hotel. It was a classic hotel. That was the nearest hotel to Wayne's enterprise.
Alex helped her to make sure she was attended to. She wanted to pay the bills but Alex refused and offered to help.
"You have done too much Alex, just allow me to handle where I will stay"
"Ashley, please save that money for now. He quickly gave his card to the attendant"
Ashley was so happy with his kind gestures. She still went ahead to apologize for taking his time the whole day. Alex was getting embarrassed by the apology. She was respectful.
He made sure she located her room number before leaving. Ashley didn't know that he paid for her meals for the number of days she will spend.
She was shocked when they served her food. She was about to pay when the hotel attendant told her the man that brought her in had already settled the bills.
Ashley called him immediately and showed her appreciation. His kindness was becoming too much.
That night, She remembered all that happened during the day. Ashley couldn't help but cry. She felt so hurt that all these while she has been trying to please her dad but she doesn't matter to him.
All that mattered to Gregory Simpson was the growth of his company and the money.
When Alex got home, he met Monalisa watching her favorite series. He hopes she doesn't start her usual nagging. "Alex, where have you been? You didn't come home last night and now look at the time you are returning" "Babe, I am not in the mood for all these. You should have just welcomed me first. I had a busy day and I would like to shower and rest" He left her and went into his room to take care of himself. Monalisa stood still in shock that he couldn't give her an answer. Alex finished taking his bath. He picked up his phone to call Ashley to know if she was fine, but Monalisa walked into the room. "Your food is ready" "Oh! Thanks, I will be there soon" Monalisa looked at him and walked out of the room without closing the door. Alex didn't mind, he called Ashley and she sounded very fine over the phone. Alex went over to the dining table and Monalisa joined him. She dished out the food for him and also her own. They ate in silence. Monalisa was not comfortable, the
"Sir, please calm down" "Don't tell me to calm down. I brought in a lady here yesterday, and now you can't give an account of her whereabouts?" They were scared because they knew who Alex was, if care wasn't taken he will close down the hotel or write a petition against the workers. "I need an answer now," He said hitting his hand on their desk. Alex couldn't imagine leaving not seeing Ashley, he was ready to forget about work for that day but must find Ashley. "Sir, we discovered she checked out and submitted her keys to my colleague who was on the night shift" Alex didn't know what else to say. His mind was clouded. Where does he go from there? "I will like to see the room to be sure no one is in there" The receptionist took the keys to the room and went towards the room, she opened it for Alex to go in and check. "This is the room. The bed is well arranged meaning she left here truly" Alex searched for her in the toilet and wardrobe. He didn't see any trace of h
Alex tried to wake her up but she was not responding. "Monalisa! Lisa! Babe wake up" There was no response from her. He carried her immediately and rushed to his car. He didn't close the door, he didn't even remove his clothes. Alex drove speedily to the hospital. When they got there, He kept shouting that it was an emergency. Monalisa was rushed to the theater while Alex waited for them. He was tensed. "Hope she hasn't given up?" Alex never knew she drinks and smokes. It was his first time seeing her in that mess. His main concern was for her to be alive. Alex knew quite alright that she had lost the pregnancy. "Why would she drink alcohol when she knew she was pregnant? Was she normal at all? What kind of a wise woman would think of doing such a thing?" Alex was very bittered. She couldn't wait for him to return before celebrating. This shows that her friends come first before him. "How could she announce it to her friends before telling me? Was I, not the one who w
"Wow, she is the one calling" He picked it up but it was a male voice. He looked at the phone again to be sure that it was her number but it was not her number. He quickly ended the call. "Alex, what's the problem?" "I thought she was the one calling, I just saw it was another person that called. I feel disappointed" "Look man, you are really going crazy and need to rest your head. This girl has taken over your thoughts" "I just want to hear her say she is fine wherever she is. Life has not been fair to her at all" "How did you know?" "She told me about her life experiences. She grew up without a mother and her father never cared about her. She struggled and went to school. She is a graduate at nineteen years and well-coordinated" "Alex, the way you are vouching for her makes it seem like you just want her to be yours and nothing more. There must be something you saw in her that made you think so deeply about her" "Uhmm, I saw a real woman in her. She is well-mannered
Monalisa jumped out from his lap in shock "Alex, you are… are…back" She stuttered "Alex my friend, welcome back. Don't take what you just saw to heart. It wasn't meant to be like this" Alex didn't say anything, he went inside, picked up the file he wanted, and left the house to meet with someone important for a brief meeting. "You have damaged my relationship totally," She said amidst fake tears "Don't blame me, young woman. Blame yourself for not having self-control" "Really? You are seriously pushing the blame on me" The guy stood and adjusted his shirt and trousers which got rumpled. "See you some other time" Monalisa was shocked that he couldn't try to stop Alex and help her explain things. Alex stopped at the eatery where he was to meet with his client. He thought of what he saw. "Monalisa is really pushing me to do something she would end up regretting later. What kind of a woman is this? I can't take this anymore" He stepped out of his car and moved to the
Alex was embarrassed "What are you doing here?" He asked "Alex, are you asking me that question? I knew something must have been wrong for you to be acting strange and having an unforgiving spirit" "Really? Hope if I display all that you have done, you will be able to swallow them, right?" "What have I done wrong?" "I can't believe you are asking me this. Don't allow me to wash your dirty linen in public" "Oh please! You want to make me look like a bad person in the presence of your guest" "Good thing you recognized she is my guest" "Sir, please who is the lady?" "She is my girlfriend" Monalisa was shocked that he even told the secretary she was his girlfriend. She wondered what they were doing together and the lady didn't react. "Oh! Come sit here ma'am" The Secretary offered her a seat Alex told the secretary to sit down and not to forget they had a business discussion. "Monalisa, hope you are satisfied now. You can leave" "Leave? I am going nowhere" "Alri
"None of your business" He retorted "Really! Okay, I will see who will have the mind to chase me out of your house" "Hahaha, nobody will chase you out. You will leave by yourself but if you choose not to leave, you can take the house and I will find somewhere else to live. Remember you are dealing with a billionaire" Monalisa bit her lower lip. She was not expecting such a reply from him. "Do I know the girl you are talking about?" "Why are you still thinking about it? We ended that discussion a while ago" The car came to a halt in front of his house. "Alex, I am ready to change," She said while fiddling with her fingers Alex got down from the car and moved inside the house. He was not ready to hold any conversation with her again. He had made up his mind, the only thing delaying him was the fact that he had not seen Ashley If Alex had seen Ashley, he won't delay to have her to himself. He was ready to build her to his taste. Monalisa does not worth his time and money,
"Where has he rushed to? Maybe it's something urgent. I will have to prepare something special for him to eat when he returns" Alex got to the venue where he was to meet his friend. "Bro, where is she?" He asked as he scanned the whole place. His friend burst out laughing "Alex, I can't find her again" "You are joking right?" "Ahh! See the way you ran out of your car like you were being chased" Alex got upset. "What was that call for? Why did you make me drive like a mad person? This is an expensive joke and it's not funny" "So sorry bro, I only wanted to bring you out" Alex was not finding it funny. He thought he would finally meet with her. "Alex follow me, you need to relax" He reluctantly followed him to the nearby restaurant. His friend ordered drinks. "Alex, what's happening?" "Happening where?" "I mean around you, your house, and your woman" "Nothing" "Come on bro, are you still upset?" "You know how much I wish to see her, yet you took it for a