CHAPTER 8: Fresher's Party
1103 Words
Days flew by and soon it was weekend, but on this day, the whole Maraba shook.
Who would have expected that the almighty Sil Tower would be facing it's doom this soon?
Early this morning, news broke out that the land purchased by the Sil tower in Sabrina, was being used to his smuggled weapons and drugs. Apparently huge hole was dug, and protected with steel door, which was then covered with sand.
Some were shocked about this discovery, others felt it was not a big deal since the Sil's youngest son was a gang leader.
Although it was weekend, workers still went in and out of the company. Working extra time has a bonus attached to it, so many were eager to get it.
Reporters waited outside the company for Lionel. They immediately rushed to his car, on seeing it.
Lionel stepped out of the car calmly. The reporters who were known for being aggressive, suddenly calmed down.
"President Lionel, what do you have to say about this? You're involved in illegal business, is this how you make your wealth. The government is now investigating this, should we say that it's a good thing your elder brother had been suspended?"
A brave reporter fired without rest.
Lionel's eyes landed on the reporter, his gaze fierce, threatening to drill hole through his head.
"Now, now, let's all calm down. The Sil tower is a legal business and would not involve in anything immortal.
We noticed something wrong with the North Americans, and found out that they used the land purchased by Sil tower to hide smuggled weapons.
As good citizens, we immediately made this known to the authorities. How knew that the property deed was also illegally stolen. They really do look down on Maraba. It's my Sil tower that suffered a major loss".
At the end of his sentence he acted like a pitiful person.
The reporters mouth twitched. Why was he finding it hard to believe? It is impossible for a land already purchased by the Sil tower to be snatched from them.
Just as he was about to voice his disbelief, the police came in.
"The Sil tower has nothing to do with the smuggling of weapons. They contributed a great deal in the investigation. Any body spreading rumor will be charged for defamation ".
The police officer's words immediately cleared all doubts, making Christian smile.
Marcus who sat in front of the huge led tv, watching the live report clicked his tongue. He was hoping for a good show, too bad....
As expected of the Fruancis brothers. But their smartness wouldn't offer them any help very soon.
He just didn't expect Lionel to be able to solve the issue as soon as it cropped up. Indeed Lionel was much smarter than Leonardo, or so he thought.
Christian stared at Lionel with admiration.
He wondered how Lionel was able to guess that this would happen.
Everything Lionel ordered him to do back then felt like an impulsive and arrogant decision. Who knew that he had this great foresight.
Working with Lionel refreshed his idea of perfection everyday. There was almost no flaw in Lionel.
Yes almost... because, his one flaw is making things difficult for his subordinates. One needed to be intellectually active every time around him because he never bothers to explain or repeat words.
Lionel did not bother to explain to Christian as usual. From when the North American representative initiated to equalize the profit, he knew it was a set up.
They understood that he would not agree to it and subsequently end the cooperation, then he would be the one to blame for the weapons that Marcus bribed them to plant in his land.
This will not only affect the Sil tower, but the Sil family as a whole, subjecting each and everyone of them to investigation. Leonardo May even be dismissed from his duty, which a charge of treason, while Gerald would probably be killed by hanging for smuggling illegal goods.
The plan was indeed flawless, but Marcus failed to understand was that, he Lionel would always tell Gerald to do a routine check on any of his empty properties. Due to Gerald's line of work, they had to be very wary of others' plot.
Days passed after the whole ordeal with Lucy and unsurprisingly, Susan because the new school belle much to her dissatisfaction.
Unlike other departments who had break during weak ends, Susan did not have such luxury.
The anatomy professor wouldn't let them have this day free. The man was so strict and his class was super boring, to her at least.
He had a weird accent that cracked other students up.
For the past few days, she had not met Lucy, until today. Immediately after anatomy class, Lucy stood by the entrance waiting for her.
On seeing her, Susan wished she could leave through the window. But that would be very awkward.
Bracing herself for drama, she made her way to the entrance.
"I want to apologize for what happened the other day. I never intended to bully. I have not bullied anyone in my entire life before and I wouldn't start now.
Especially not with someone who has no defence against attacks".
Lucy spoke with uttermost sincerity. There was absolutely no pretense in her word.
Susan was frightened. Girls... they were indeed the most scheming creatures on earth. She knew this apology meant nothing, but if she were to ignore it, she would been seen as an unforgiving person.
"Thanks for your kindness. I don't dare not to forgive you because just as you said, I have no backing and cannot afford to make you or anyone here my enemy". She said pitifully. Since Lucy wanted forgiveness, she would give it to her.
Lucy gritted her teeth briefly. Susan replying this way made it seem like she was being pressured to accept the forgiveness. Nevermind, just wait a few more days and she'll make her wish she never came to this school.
"You can take me as your backing. I may not be the most wealthy, but my family has some shares in this school." She offered kindly.
The kinder she was to Susan, the more people would hate Susan in a few days. Thinking of her plan, Lucy smiled sweetly and walked away, without waiting for Susan to accept or reject her offer.
Susan frowned from her understanding of Lucy, she wouldn't bend herself this low if she had no plan.
In a few days, it would be the frshers party, a good occasion to scheme against your enemy
- Writer
