INNOCENCE (First Book) *Completed*

Episode 4: Emotional Blackmail

The next day ...

Daisy: Three years ago, when I was Magda Soliman, I was framed and arrested for domestic terrorism. I was r***d, tortured, and killed done by SCORPIA; the secret MAFIA in this country. However, my life has been resurrected and I became Daisy White. And I'm back to destroy them to get my innocence back, as justice and revenge for me have no differences.

These are the words running through her mind while watching the trending videos about the scandal of Dolores Chua on social media.

The big scandal that broke out at the opening of D'Exhibit by Dolores has been talked about on social media.

In less than 24 hours, videos have circulated 2 million views on the internet.

Even on twitter, #DoloresVSLorena is # 1 trending nationwide, as well as other hashtags are trending: #MasterpieceGoneWrong #DolorestheMistress #DExhibit #Dolores #CouncilorPhilipDy #Lorena

In newspapers, radio, and tv news, news of the scandal was repeated.

Councilor Philip Dy suddenly called her phone.

Philip: Good Morning Daisy White.

Daisy: Oh! I'm very happy to hear that your morning is still a good Councilor.

Philip: You know what Daisy, I don't want to be affected. I can handle things like this.

Daisy: I love that fighting spirit despite the scandal! However, I'm not going to buy the house anymore Councilor and I have to apologize. After all that happened last night, I don't want to get involved.

Philip: I understand. I just called to confirm.

Daisy: Thank you for understanding Councilor Philip Dy.

After taking the call:

Daisy: Sad life Councilor for having a forbidden affair with Dolores. The truth is, I'm really not into your house.

Daisy opened her MacBook and searched for Renaissance Residence: The most expensive house property in San Ildefonso City which worth $1.55 million. This house is located next to Salvatierra Residence where Mayor Ronaldo and Veronica Salvatierra live.

Renaissance Modern House:

Image from Pinterest: https://pin.it/2QAAzT8

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After breakfast, Daisy headed straight to the Renaissance Residence.

Before she enters the place, she witnessed how the wheel of a car exploded which made her in shock. The car stopped near her.

She saw the man who gets out of the car and looked at the wheels. She's right! She makes no mistake that this is Genesis Salvatierra and known as Gen, 6'0 footer, very handsome, white, and the son of the couple Ronaldo and Veronica Salvatierra.

Daisy remembers how close they were when she was Magda Soliman. They're both 23 years old now and Gen is even sexy and getting hotter now.

She also recalls how Gen hugged her tightly while his tears flowed when the court sentenced her to life imprisonment in the case of domestic terrorism.

Since Gen couldn't fix the wheel, he took his t-shirt off to avoid dirt. Gen has a neat and clean personality. As he took his t-shirt off, arm muscles, perfect chest shape, and about six abs are showing off. He also has a tattoo on his chest and shoulders.

Daisy saw how disappointed Gen was in the car and she immediately approached him.

Daisy: Are you alright?

Gen: This ain't a good day! When I got close to home, the tire suddenly was broken.

Daisy: I saw it and was even shocked at that time.

Gen was startled and stopped by what he was doing when he saw Daisy White's face just like an angel and how innocent her face is.

When Daisy noticed his eyes staring at her, Gen immediately introduced himself and wanted to shake hands.

Gen: Genesis Salvatierra, but you can call me Gen.

He didn't notice the dirt on his hands, which is why Daisy hesitated to shake hands with him.

Gen: I'm sorry, my hands are dirty.

Daisy: I think, that's fine and maybe next time we meet again.

Gen: Very astounding! Why not?

Suddenly, the house owner entered the scene and called Daisy White.

House Owner: Are you Daisy White?

Daisy: Good Morning! You're right, I'm Daisy White.

Gen: Daisy White? How are you related to Snow White?

Daisy: Maybe she's my grandmother.

They both laughed.

Gen: Well, I see. Purchasing this house?

Daisy: Inquiring and let's see.

Gen: Surprising! You know how I really appreciate surprising people.

Daisy: Thank you and I think, I have to go inside.

Gen: Hope to see you again Daisy.

Daisy: Of course!

Gen: Especially, in this house.

Daisy: Sure, why not?

Gen: It's great connecting with you.

Daisy remembers that Ronaldo Salvatierra said the same thing to her at D'Exhibit. Bottom line, like father, like son.

Daisy just smiled and went inside for the house tour.

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Daisy sees how beautiful, comfortable, and homely the modern house is and amenities are perfect.

After the house tour:

House Owner: This modern house is huge for you Miss Daisy White, are you sure you're going to buy this house?

Daisy: Yes, I'm going to take this.

House Owner: Perfect! I'll prepare some papers then.

Daisy: Thank you.

As they come down the stairs, Daisy gazes at the Salvatierra Mansion.

Daisy: That Mansion is perfect.

House Owner: That's Salvatierra Residence where Mayor Ronaldo and Veronica Salvatierra live.

Salvatierra Residence:

Image from Pinterest: https://pin.it/FlqcOQd

While Daisy is staring at Salvatierra Mansion, she burns it in her eyes.

Suddenly, someone called Daisy for a business meeting. A call from Escor Corp. It is owned by CEO Arjun Escordia, 42 years old, half Filipino and half Spanish.

Arjun Escordia is a businessman and is a member of SCORPIA. He is the money launderer of terrorists.

Daisy: Good Morning! ...... Yeah, I'll be there in a few minutes, just give me a moment ..... Thank you.

After the call;

Daisy: I forgot that I have a business meeting with Escor Corp at 9:00 AM. Would that be fine if I sign the paper later?

House Owner: That is fine Miss Daisy White. I need to prepare the papers first, afterward, you'll just need to sign it, and then we're all set. Of course, I need a partial 50% payment.

Daisy: Actually, I will have my Attorney settle this. He'll visit you later.

House Owner: That won't be a problem.

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Meanwhile, at Salvatierra Mansion, Dolores spent the night here after the incident.

During breakfast, Dolores is unable to eat and just only stared at the prepared food. She thinks she'll have a hard time moving on and her eyes are already swollen from crying.

Veronica: Unfortunately, I've investigated Jerome and he is nowhere to be found. Did Philip talk to you already?

Dolores: He's unable to reach. I can't believe this has happened to me. Someone should pay for what they've done! And I'll make sure they'll taste the hell out of it!

Ronaldo: I received a text message from Colonel Bautista and your masterpiece was found ruined just outside the City Hall.

Dolores: One thing for sure, Jerome and Lorena both planned this all along.

Ronaldo: Lorena has nothing to do with it.

Veronica: And how sure are you?

Veronica asked as she tasted her coffee.

Ronaldo: Because Philip is my friend. He confirmed that Lorena had nothing to do with it. Also, Lorena is not capable of doing it. Do you know what happened to you, Dolores? That's what you called KARMA! Remember what you've done to Magda? Exposing her as my mysterious mistress 3 years ago? The universe is letting you realize how round the world is!

Dolores couldn't believe the words she heard from the man she once loved. As a result, she forgot to talk about the greeting card she received last night.

Veronica: Ronaldo, stop it! Dolores is even more hurt.

Ronaldo: Well, the hell I care!

Gen immediately went to the dining room when he returned to the mansion. He saw that his parents are talking deeply with Dolores.

Gen: Good Morning Dad!

Ronaldo: This morning is not good for Dolores.

Gen immediately noticed the sadness on Dolores's face.

Gen: Oh! What happened to her?

Veronica: Don't tell me you are not yet updated for what happened last night? It's all over the internet.

Gen: I'm so sorry, my phone is empty.

Veronica: Then it's for you to figure out when you get your phone charged.

Gen: Anyway, if it's a huge problem and another scandal, then I don't want to see it.

Dolores: Excuse me please, I'll just go to my room.

Dolores got up and left the dining room.

Gen sat down and prepared a meal for him to eat.

Veronica: How's your trekking my son?

Gen: No sea of clouds!

Ronaldo: Again? Isn't it, your 5th time hiking there in Mt. Pulag?

Veronica: You better stop it going there my son, maybe it's not for you to witness it.

Gen: It doesn't matter. I just saw a lady next to our house, she looks like an angel from the sea of clouds. She's even interested in buying the Renaissance modern house.

Veronica: Wow! Who is she?

Ronaldo: Did you get her name Genesis?

Gen: Her name is Daisy White.

Ronaldo: Really?

Veronica saw how Ronaldo suddenly smile when he heard Daisy White's name.

Gen: Yes Dad! And her beauty is so magnetic! I can't wait to see her again next to our house, I think we can really be best friends like what I had with Magda before.

Veronica: Magda is gone. I think, aside from stopping going there in Mt. Pulag, you should also stop mentioning her name. Excuse me!

Veronica next left the dining room not just because Magda's name was mentioned that she did not want to hear it but because she had other plans when she learned that Daisy is interested in the Renaissance modern house.

Ronaldo: Don't mind her son. Daisy White was one of the guests last night at D'Exhibit.

Gen: Really?

Ronaldo: Yeah, I told you, you should have just attended the event last night.

Veronica was not yet far behind when she heard the conversation of her son and husband.

Veronica: Whatever!

Veronica went to the pool area and called Arjun Escordia.

Veronica: Good Morning Arjun, I want you to go to Renaissance Residence and purchase the house immediately!

*** Insert ➡ Dramatic suspense sound effect! ♬♬♬

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While Daisy White is driving on the way to Escor Corp, she passed the Wet Market where her ex-friend, Giovanni Catilogo, 5'9, working as a Fish Vendor.

Giovanni Catilogo saved her when she was kidn*pped by two strangers men 3 years ago.

They became best friends, but there was one thing they didn't say to each other, that was their heart and feelings.

When Magda passed away, Giovanni adopted her mother Remedios Soliman and her younger sister Dalena Soliman.

Unfortunately, they were no longer with or with Daisy's father Rodolfo Soliman because Lord Mafius killed him; the leader of Scorpia.

Rodolfo Soliman was supposed to plant bombs in most establishments in San Ildefonso City. As Rodolfo knew that lots of people will be killed, he did not accept the order coming from the leader of SCORPIA.

Veronica lied to Lord Mafius and she said Rodolfo Soliman will expose SCORPIA through media, a MAFIA which exists in the country.

Hence, Lord Mafius made sure that before it happens, Rodolfo will be killed and will not be able to witness tomorrow's sunrise.

As a result, Rodolfo faced a brutal and barbaric murder in the hand of Lord Mafius.

Magda was in jail at that time when she was told her father had died. And her mother Remedios never told her the cause of death to lessen Magda's suffering. She was in pain and felt chest tightness. She could do nothing but cry and blame herself.

So that's one thing Daisy White now assures that whatever had happened to her father, so will be the death of Lord Mafius.

Daisy stopped for a moment at the Wet Market and is waiting to see her parents and Giovanni.

But minutes later, she still didn't see what she expected to see. So she just left instead and went straight to Escor Corp.

Daisy's departure is what Giovanni's arrival to the market. He's carrying a fishbowl and went to their store to hand the fish to his mother Remedios.

Mother Remedios is coming of age, but she still needs to work and earn money for a living because she doesn't want to rely on Giovanni at all.

Sometimes many people buy their fish products. But sometimes less, as they cannot avoid the discrimination from their competitors because of the ill-fated case of Mother Remedios' daughter, Magda.

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Daisy arrived at the Escor Building. It is the tallest building in San Ildefonso City.

Upon entering, she saw the name ESCOR CORP.

As she approached the reception where she saw Escor Corp, she remembered information being said to her from her friend in California, while they were on a training session before diving into the ocean of revenge. It is about Arjun Escordia as the money launderer to the terrorists who planted bombs in malls, hospitals, and schools.

Daisy is now in the conference room with Arjun's Secretary.

Daisy: How long do I have to wait for Mr. Escordia?

Secretary: I received a message from him and he says 5 minutes. Would that be fine Miss Daisy White?

Daisy: Well, kindly tell it to Mr. Escordia that my patience is very expensive.

Secretary: That's no problem, Miss Daisy White, I'll just leave you here for a while, if you don't mind. I just have a lot of termination papers to process. And also, we'll become very busy these coming days as the 3rd Anniversary of Escor Corp is approaching.

Daisy: That's wonderful! Except the one you mentioned about termination.

The secretary laughed at what she had heard.

Secretary: Thank you!

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30 minutes earlier ...

Arjun Escordia visited the Renaissance Residence first.

When the House Owner opens the door, she does not expect Arjun to arrive as they have no business transaction with each other.

House Owner: What a surprise! The most successful and famous businessman Arjun Escordia is in the house! How may I assist you?

Arjun: I want to buy this house.

Arjun entered the house.

House Owner: You're in a bad timing Mr. Escordia, I have a client already-

Arjun: Ssshhhh Sssshhhh Sssshhh! I don't care if you have a client already and I don't care who she is or who he is. As long as this house is not fully paid yet, you can cancel the transaction with your client. Besides, there is no such thing bad timing for me, as everything can be fixed by money. So, what's the number?

House Owner: You really are a businessman Mr. Escordia, as a businessman, you know how significant the word professionalism is.

Arjun: What do you know about professionalism? Perhaps, let me show it to you, what professionalism is. What if we make some arrangements? What if I purchase this house multiplied by two from its original price? Otherwise, I'll let the whole world know how horrifying the crime of your family that's why this house is now for sale!

Due to this emotional blackmail, the house owner is considering about Arjun's offer.

Emotional Blackmail is the use of fear, obligation, and guilt to control another person.

***Insert: Dramatic suspense sound effect! ♬♬♬

Will the House owner of Renaissance Residence fear Arjun's blackmail? What would Daisy do to Arjun when she found out that Arjun had intervened in the house she was going to buy? What would happen to their business meeting? What fate awaits Arjun in Daisy's hands?

Find it out and do not miss them to the next episodes! ⬇⬇⬇⬇⬇⬇⬇⬇