"M–" "Let me speak!" Mika thundered. " As my personal Assistant for two years, you should have known better. I'm stripping you of your position. Choose between being an observant and dropping your resignation letter." Mika went back to what she was doing. Mika didn't want to directly fire her for a reason. Even though this Assistant had long been on her blacklist, she restrained herself from biting the finger that fed her. But not anymore, Ivy has no redeeming qualities.Ivy stood there in utter shock. Being an observant is almost the same as being an Intern, but an Intern is better because they are allowed to work. But observants can't do anything but just watch others work. Does that not mean that her boss wants to get rid of her? Or wants her to start afresh? What greater insult is there other than this? How can a PA to the CEO become an observant?! Not considering the salary reduction, her status, and respect would be thrown to the dogs. "This is not fair, Mika! I've–""I gave
Amelia barged into a dimmed bedroom, looking sad and pitiful. “Asher,” she looked around the room but no one was in. “Asher?” She dropped her handbag on the bed and walked into the bathroom, still, there was no one. She walked back to the bed, got in and curled herself under the sheets, sniffing and crying. … In Nairaland… Asher Could be seen entering a hotel with Roy and a cold–faced guy. “Boss, Miss Amelia used your name again to get into A&M.” Roy reported. “How many companies are participating in the auction?” Asher asked, ignoring what Roy said about Amelia like he didn’t hear it. “Ah, 15 companies,” Roy replied. “Who is our strongest competitor?” “A&M Conglomerates and Walkers group,” Roy answered. “Mn.” “Boss, I’ve been thinking, why did you allow Cullen to become the acting president of Walkers’ group? I thought you–“ “No matter who wins, it mustn’t be the Walkers group, do I make myself clear?” Asher said with a hardened voice. Ignoring Roy’s question again. “Y
A week later… At Nairaland’s airport… A man and two dashing kids of around four to five years old got out of the plane. The boy was wearing a two-piece black and red joggers and jacket. His long hair was framed to one side of his face, covering one eye. On his left wrist was a red watch, while his right hand held a camera. At intervals, he took pictures of views he loved. Beside him was a cute girl of the same age, wearing a white top and black jacket on a black and white mid-thigh pleated skirt. Her knee-length black boot looked overly cute on her. On one shoulder was a small sized pink backpack. She wore a black watch on her left hand, while holding brown shades in her right hand. “Nairaland’s airport is not as bad as I thought,” the boy said as he took a picture. “Indeed, I told you, you’ll like this place,” the handsome man smiled. “I don’t think so, I smell bad energy.” The cute little girl with hair packed in two ponytails said curtly. “Has there ever been a thing that i
"Come out here," Asher ordered. "Why should I?" Hearing that cute but mischievous voice, Asher's heart softened. "Why were you taking pictures of me? Come out with your camera.""Ha, you're so smart and handsome. Any wonder why I'm interested in taking pictures of you?" The child didn't deny it like he expected, causing Asher to raise a brow. The child is brave. He rested his back on the door to another cubicle and folded his hand on his chest, "What right do you have to do that?" he asked."I'm not sure about rights but I know that pretty things should be photographed, so don't blame me. Instead, you should be honored that I'm interested in taking pictures of you. Aside from those I love, I don't take photos of humans."Asher smiled but before he could speak further, the entrance door was pushed open and Aiden's guards barged in, surrounding the place."Young Master, are you alright?” one of the guards asked, almost panicking.“Obviously,” Aiden responded, looking weirdly at th
Inside the event hall of the hotel, with lots of seats filled with people, both from the entertainment industry, the business world and even the dark world, Asher Walkers, walked to the last table and sat together with CEO Mika who also has a thing for back seats. CEO Mika, who was wearing dark shades and sitting quietly, ignored the person who just took the same table as her. She didn't find it relevant to look at him. Her eyes were busy scanning through the crowd to see if she would spot Ash, the underworld lord. Asher on the other hand, only gave CEO Mika a fleeting glance before focusing on the stage. Sitting among those at the front tables were Mrs. Wales and Cullen Walkers.After a few more minutes, the hostess walked onto the stage and greeted everyone, introduced herself, and the purpose they were gathered. "There are a few outstanding items to be sold here today. From the legendary Princess Xinyan's jewelry to DD group of companies. The first item on our list is…" Neither
What is he doing here? isn't Asher the CEO of Walkers group, so… Mrs. Wales narrowed her eyes. For some reason, she felt there was more to Asher being here than meets the eye. She glanced at Cullen but the guy was focused on his discussion with his Assistant. Mrs. Wales put Asher's matter to the back of her mind and continued with the bidding. "$450,000!""$450,001!" CEO Mika Raised her placard again. She ignored the weird glances she was receiving and focused on the stage. Seeing her nonchalant disposition, a small smile crept onto Asher's lips. He suddenly found himself liking this lady.With every number that Mrs. Wales called, CEO Mika increased it by $1 until the price shoot up to an overly outrageous numbers."$1,000,000!""$1,000,001" At this point, some men who didn't believe the shit about the wonders of the necklace, were convinced that the two were being stupid, fighting over some irrelative fallacy that was imbedded on the jewelry by some jobless people . The jewellery
Now, it was only CEO Mika and Cullen Walkers that were remaining in the race. But that didn't make Cullen feel relaxed at all. He knew that the Underworld Lord, Ash, was somewhere and hadn't said a thing. Also, Asher seems to be here for the company too, Cullen has no plans on giving up. Unbeknownst to him, he'd be kicked out soon enough. "$31,000,000!" Cullen yelled."$35,000,000!" CEO Mika raised her placard. The big shots finally decided to join. "$50,000,000" "$55,000,000!""$56,000,000!""$60,000,000!""$100,000,000!" Cullen yelled. "$500,000,000!" Mika shot the bid high.Everyone paused and looked behind them, it was CEO Mika again. They sighed, such a rich woman. A lot of bidders withdrew, leaving three people. "$600,000,000!""$800,000,000!" Cullen raised his placard. "$1,000,000,000!" The new businessman yelled. Everyone stayed silent for a long time before CEO Mika proclaimed; "$12,000,000,000!"Cullen wanted to bid but stopped and looked at CEO Mika. He balled his
Meanwhile, in a corner, Cullen had been spying on the two bigshots at the parking lots. Seeing that CEO Mika had left without wasting time, his lips curled into a smirk. "Robert, secure an appointment with CEO Mika for me," he commanded."Yes, sir!" His Assistant immediately got to work. Asher, on the other hand, got into his car to leave but paused and looked in Cullen's direction. Their eyes met but Asher broke the contact first and got in his car. "Boss, her report has been sent." Roy, who was sitting in the front passenger seat, handed his boss the iPad he was holding. Going through CEO Mika's background check, Asher's lips curled into a faint smile. "This is not all there is," He gave the iPad back to him. "I thought so too. This report didn't talk about her childhood and everything before five years ago." "She's capable. Milo," Asher called. "Boss," the quiet guy who also goes everywhere with them, replied with his hand on the steering. "Visit the Empire, find out everyt