Episode 2
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Chapter 2
Thomas left his mother in annoyance and went to his room.He took out a glass cup on top of his fridge and filled it with whiskey and drank everything.
“Damn" He shouted
Mrs Lucas followed him and knocked.
" Can I come in Son?" She asked politely.
She didn't hear any response from him, so she opened the door and entered the room.
Thomas was already furious.
She moved closer to him and rubbed his back.
“Listen son, I and your father really worked hard to put all of this together;the company, the house, the cars, the name and reputation. We never failed, and you won't fail this.”
“And you don't think our reputation would be at stake taking a maid to such a place?"
“Does she go out?"
“No"
“So no one knows her, only the driver. She's your fiancé but stays far away. She only comes once in a while because she's studying or something.”
“Mom!"
“Yeah, look at you" She looked at him in disgust.
“ You don't have any serious dates at your age. You can't be single forever. If your dad didn't married me we wouldn't have given birth to you" Mrs Lucas said.
“Is not that easy, those ladies are bitches" he replied, taking another cup of whiskey.
“b***h you go again, you need to give love another chance.Am out of here" Mrs Lucas stood up and slammed the door.
He heard a knock on the door, and he got more furious.
“Who the f**k is that" he shouted.
“Am so……….so….. sorry sir,it's me isa…be….lla” Isabella stammered
" What is it” He lowered his voice
" I just want to tell you that your dinner is ready”, she said and left .
Thomas left the room immediately. He was hungry. He saw his mother in the dining room but they didn't say anything to each other.
Isabella cleared the dining table and washed the dishes, mopped the kitchen and went to her room.
She took her shower,put on her nightscript,laid on her bed, plugged her phone and sighed. She was exhausted and slept off.
Thomas was thinking about the plan his mother came up with.
He took out his laptop and went through the message sent to him again.
"Dear Thomas Lucas,
We cordially invite you to attend an exclusive business meeting in the breathtaking island of Santorini, Greece. This high-profile gathering promises to forge valuable connections and seal pivotal deals.
Date: Friday 27 November
Time: 6pm
Location: [Luxury Hotel/Villa in Santorini]
Please note that the reservation is for two, and we kindly request the pleasure of your wife's or fiancée's company. Your partner's presence is highly anticipated, as this event offers a unique opportunity for networking and building relationships in a relaxed, luxurious setting.
The meeting agenda includes:
- High-level discussions with key industry stakeholders
- Networking sessions with influential business leaders
- Exclusive presentations and product showcases
The evening will culminate in a lavish dinner at a cliffside villa, overlooking the picturesque caldera.
We look forward to welcoming you and your lovely partner to Santorini.
RSVP: Reuben john
Best regards,
He closed it and sipped his whiskey again and went to his mother's room but couldn't find Mrs Lucas.
He went to the park and saw her sitting in front of the pool.
Isabella was massaging her feet.
Mrs Lucas was smoking her cigarettes.
“Mom, we need to talk”
He turned to Isabella. “Hey, please excuse us”, he said with pride.
“Okay sir”. She left immediately, looking at his face.
“ What do you want to talk about?” Mrs Lucas asked with curiosity.
“I think the girl can accompany me to the meeting.I have no choice just for the weekend. I have no one to go with me”
“Fine! That's the only option we have. I saw the letter and if you go alone you will be underrated among other business owners”. Mrs Lucas said, trying to convince him.
“Will you arrange an outfit for her and other things you women used to look nice and presentable?” Thomas asked politely.
“Sure, leave the rest for me. I will handle it. She's at our service and has no choice. That money was huge! Oh my God! And they can't even afford to pay a dime out of it”. Mrs Lucas said again.
“Poverty-stricken people!” Thomas exclaimed in disgust and they both laughed.
Isabella was done with her chores for that day. As she stepped out of the kitchen she got a text from Mrs Lucas.
‘Meet me in my room before you go to bed I will be waiting for you’
Isabella's mind stumbled again and she wondered what she had done again. She immediately went upstairs and knocked faintly on Mrs Lucas' door.
“Come in," Mrs Lucas said.
Isabella entered the room and was surprised she didn't see Mrs Lucas yelling at her.
“So we have a meeting coming. You and my son will be attending, and you will be appearing as his partner. So tomorrow I will take you out shopping". Mrs Lucas said
“O…..Kay ma" Isabella replied in surprise.
“And don't be too overwhelmed after the meeting. You come back to being what you are! "
“Okay ma".
“You can leave".
Isabella kept pondering about the meeting but it's part of her service.
Mrs Lucas didn't go to the gym that Wednesday. She took Isabella to the boutique.
“I will pick the dresses for you, You can't afford one talk more of buying it so when I pick them you will go and try them”
Mrs Lucas bought the most luxurious dresses in that boutique and 3 different pairs of shoes for each day and a matching hand bag.After that, they proceeded to the salon.
Isabella already had long and blonde hair but at the salon, the hair was washed, straightened and styled.
They went to the jewelry store and bought a necklace, bangles, a wristwatch and earrings.
All were Cartier brands.
She got perfume, body spray and a roll on and they drove back home.
“ Take everything to my room, The meeting is Friday and you guys will be back on Monday morning. When Thomas comes back remind me to give you a form to fill in your information."
“Alright ma"
“ Oh! One more thing. Do you have a passport?"
“Yes I have"
“Go and get it. I want to see it " Mrs Lucas ordered.
Getting to her room, she searched everywhere but couldn't find it.
" Where could it be hiding? God! f**k!!”.
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