Like a ball, the moon orders slowly in the sky. I couldn't help but wonder where the moon was going. I kept thinking of nature until the vehicle in front of mine honked. I reminded my driver of road safety. I didn't want to take chances ; I have a family to care for, a company to manage and a reputation to keep.
I'm Adam Howells( average height, fair skinned and muscular ). All I want is money, power, influence, family, authority and respect.
" We're home sir…"
" Really! " I was thoroughly lost in thoughts of self appraisal.
"Dad's home, dad's home " Flora screamed for joy.
I came out of the car and carried my angel.
"Where's Aiden???" I asked
" He's asleep, mom's asleep too ".
" You?? " I asked in a teasing tone
" Playing with Mr Hippo!! " she giggled
" Guess what??"
" Daddy, Daddy, tell me. Please!! " her eyes glowed like that of a cute little rabbit.
I couldn't resist.
" Alright, alright. I got you a very large Princess. "
" yay!! I love you so much daddy "
" emm sir??! ``The driver faked a cough.
" Oops, sorry Max, " I apologised.
" Could you please carry those luggages upstairs?? "
" Sure sir "
It was actually his duty and responsibility to do those jobs but politeness and kindness the principal thing.
I was so restless and worried. I didn't build an empire for some kind of heartless people to destroy. My life is in danger!!. Immediately, I picked my cell phone and dialled the Mr Gerald's phone number ( Actually, Gerald Ford is an highly respected police officer ).
" A very good afternoon to you Mr Howell. How may I help you?? "
" Listen Gerald, there's no time for formalities. I have a really serious problem. " I was persuaded .
" You can trust me "
" Let's meet at the restaurant, Paradise Street, Kings Court |||, alright? " .
" Ok Sir but please, do calm Your nerves "
" Thanks a lot Mr Ford, I appreciate it " .
I dropped the phone feeling a bit relieved.I began to ruminate over the genesis of the problem. This was how the big problem began ;
" The owner of Dominion steel, Alexander Kim Sr, had an enormous issue with financing his company. He came to me for a little assistance but I politely turned him down making him understand the fact that I'm also a company owner. Lo and behold Mr Kim flared up promising to destroy every single thing I have, including my family. Mr Kim on a normal day is known to be ruthless and harsh but I was really surprised when he humbled himself and asked for assistance."
I stood up and walked briskly to the kitchen for a snack. I was really famished.
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"Exactly Mr Gerald, he's planning something big. I can't afford to lose my family. Please do something ASAP"
"Calm down Sir , everything is under control. I could send a number of security men to safeguard you and your family "
" Oh thanks a lot "
And that was the end of the meeting between Gerald and I. Immediately I called my wife, Sue Howells.
" Hey dear "
" Hi, love "
" Where are you?? "
" I'm home , you?? "
"I'm in a restaurant, Paradise Street, Kings Court. Are you busy?? "
" Nope, what's new??"
" Mr Gerald was here a few minutes ago. We're talking about Mr Kim "
"Okay"
" Could you come over?? "
" I'll be there in a giffy "
" I'll be expecting ya "
" okay "
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I was busy with some files in my office when I heard various degrees of shouts from the reception. My heart skipped a bit. Immediately, I called Mr Ford. Swiftly, I locked the door. I didn't know what to do next. I kept pacing to and fro.
I was praying silently when I heard a bang on the door. The only thought that came to my mind was to jump out of the window.
" It's me Mr Howells , open the door "
I heaved a sigh of relief and slowly opened the door. I was extremely happy when I saw Mr Gerald.
" They've all been arrested Sir "
" How else can i appreciate you than to say a very big thank you "
" It's my pleasure Sir, if you wish , we could go downstairs "
" Is the coast clear?? "
"Yes sir "
"If I may ask, any casualty ……."
I had not finished my statement when he was walking down the stairs. Without thinking twice, I followed suit. What I saw changed my life almost forever. My Secretary was shivering cold, yet sweating on the floor like a fish. Beads of tears slid down my cheeks. My iconic recording van was gone . I fell on the floor and wailed furiously. There was no way I was gonna forgive that devil. ********************
I was still reporting to my wife when my phone rang.
" Hello , who's it?? " The first thing I heard was a devilish laughter.
" Oh, Adam, you seem so feeble, well, I'm just starting. By the time I'm done with you, you'll learn to respect me. Idiot!! "
That van is the purpose my company is still existing. Every dime that makes up the profit we make ces from it. I am beginning to get desperate as my source of livelihood has been taken away.
I couldn't control myself any longer. I screamed like an injured lion.
" Take it easy Sir , we'll find it." He said as he tried to stop me from running. With force, I broke loose. If bringing out the devilish part of me was the only way of getting my van back.
Harun, the guy who works in my control room came and whispered to me.
"I am tracking the van, it's been driven into the oakwoods of Livingstone waterfalls.
Again, my phone rang. I recognized the number immediately.
"Your van is with me Howells, if you want it back, I want 2 billion dollars before tomorrow. "
"2 million dollars it is " I played along
"Good boy. There's a cave at the end of the city, meet me there".
" Alright "
I went back home and prepared for a battle. I took my long forgotten bulletproof shirt , then I headed for the door.
" All will be well my love " I said to my wife
" Adam please come back with the van " she pleaded.
" I will, " I said as I stormed out.
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With hope, I swam across the small river that led to the waterfall. Swiftly, I walked through the bush. And standing with so much pride was the high falls
"Welcome good servant, " a cold voice said.
"I have your money, now where's my baby "
" my money?!! "
" My van first!"
" Fine, I'll lead the way " Kim offered
Immediately, I pulled the my rubber pistol and pulled the trigger.
" How dare you, Adam. I'll p..ay you back for this." Kim said as I quickly tied him up, still holding my rubber pistol. I suspected he wasn't alone.
I took a photograph of Kim lying helpless on the floor as I put a call across to Mr Gerald.
My van had been driven close to the swampy forest.
Nothing was lost. I got all back as Kim was taken away in the police van.