love over blood episode 43 & 44

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©Sir Zach

EPISODE 43

“Are you sure you won’t be coming Rio?” Archie asked for the last time.

“Just go. don’t mind me.” He casually said. Archie exited the house. Before getting inside the car, he called Aisha.

“He won’t be coming. But don’t worry I’ll be there.” He as-sured her.

“Thank you uncle Archie.” She sighed, “But I think it’s okay. I saw the woman yesterday.”

“Who? Cherry?”

“I guess she is. But she is called Ms. Gray, Sherry Gray.”

“Where did you see her?”

“Saphiro Gentz company, with Ethan.”

“Are you sure about that?”

“Yes Uncle.” Archie caresses his forehead. If it is true that she is with that murderer, then something is not right. He nee-ds to know.

“Okay, copy that. Just so be careful with that woman.” he warned.

“What do you mean uncle?”

“You’ll find out soon. I’m on my way now. see you there.”

“Yes uncle. Bye.” Aisha heaved a sigh. What does uncle Archie mean when he said be careful with the woman? is she a friend or an enemy? Well, she’ll find out soon.

Aisha was about to go downstairs. Ethan and Eli was definitely waiting for her in the kitchen when her cell phone rang. Unknown number? It’s an oversee number! She picked it up.

“Hello? How can I help you?”

“Aisha it’s Johnny!” she heard him.

“Johnny! How are you? Did you find my sister?” she was restless.

“No, Not yet. but I was able to talk to her so-called mentor here in Paris.”

“Mentor? Did you mean Doctor?”

“No! she’s not in a comma. She’s perfectly fine and I met one of her mentors here.”.

“What did he say?”

“She’s gone to Asia a week ago. I was informed that she will be traveling Asia for two weeks before coming back to Paris.”

“Why would she be in Asia?”

“I’ll tell you all about it later. I am about to board the plane.”

“Are you going to find her? Do you have her itinerary?”

“Yes. I was able to get throu-ghher mentor. I am actually boarding the plane now going to the Phili-ppines. I just called to let you know.”

“Thank you Johnny.” She warmth a little.

“Not a problem. I have to disconnect now. bye.” Then the call got disconnected.

Not in a comma? Paris? Phili-ppines? Mentor? Does Aisha nee-d to know more lies about her twin sister and her foster parents? What is the real story? Aisha unconsciously saunters back and forth while touching her jawline.
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He looked exasperated. He punched the wall in his anger. Larry’s knees trembled in panic but he must stand still.

“Do everything in your power to block that article! If the company won’t cooperate then shut it down!” Ethan shouted. He was with Eli waiting for Aisha to come down just so they could have breakfast together when Larry came hurriedly. He whispered something in Ethan’s ears so they rushed to the study room.

Larry got an intriguing news from one of their media friend. He was informed that the media already got a hold of it but they are planning to rele-ase the story early evening. Seems like they want to corner the woman at the annual symposium.

The informant also sent out a sample copy of the article. As soon as Larry saw it, he was alarm so he rushed to report it to Ethan.

“THE GREAT CEO’S WIFE IS A GANGSTER!” Ethan held the newspaper irately. It was on the headline. He crumpled the paper and hammered it on the floor.

“Sir, we may be able to hold it temporarily but it won’t take long since our lookout said that the article was already disseminated to almost publishing companies all over the country.” Larry explained.

“But our men are doing their best to monitor not just the publishing companies but as well as the entertainment and social media.” Larry continued.

“Make sure to double our men during the annual symposium. keep the media away from her.” Ethan spoke firmly. Worry can be heard in his tone.

“Yes Sir. But is there’s a way for Madam not to attend the Annual Symposium that I think is safer for her.” Larry suggested. Ethan stood up straight when he heard Larry. Yes! that’s right! Well, he can just ask Aisha not to attend the Annual Symposium.

He will try to convince her. He nee-ds a valid reason.

He was thinking profoundly when they heard a knock outside his study room.

“Ethan? Are you there?” Aisha was calling outside his office. Larry and Ethan looked at each other. What will they do just so she won’t attend tonight’s event?

“Ethan?” she called out again. Ethan stood up and walked towards the door. He twists the doorknob to open the door wide.

“Is there’s a problem?” He charmingly smiled. Aisha was a bit surprise but she was able to get back to her momentum. She saw Larry.

“Oh I’m sorry did I just disturbed you? I’m sorry I didn’t know!” she apologetically answered.

“No, we’re almost done.”

“Oh okay. Eli told me you’d be here. Breakfast is ready.” She smiled.

“Okay. I’ll be there in a second.”

“Sure. Call Larry to join us as well. I’ll go ahead first.” She smiled.

“Okay. By the way, good morning love” Ethan gave a quick ki-ss on her li-ps before she left. But before Aisha left, she gazed at the crumpled newspaper on the floor, her eyes twitch.

As soon as Aisha left the room, Ethan faced Larry.

“Just be prepared tonight.”

“Yes Sir.” Larry left.

“Where’s Larry?” Aisha asked when she saw Ethan walking towards the dining table.

“He already left. He only came to hand me something.”

“I see.” she sips her tea. “By the way, I might be late later at the symposium event.” She informed him. Ethan looked at her aloofly.

“About that, you may not go.” Aisha lift her eyes on him.

“What do you mean?”

“Events like this aren’t your cu-p of tea right?” he tried to act naturally.

“Yeah, But I want to see this particular event. This is important for you and for the company right? I would love to come and support you.” She smiled sheepishly.

Ethan sighed. Indeed, he’s been wanting to show her off, but not as a GANGSTER but as his beloved. Guess it can’t be help. Maybe it would also pave way for her to tell him the truth. Maybe, just maybe.
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Lisa and Caleb decided not to join the Company’s Annual Symposium since tonight’s event is purely the night for the board members, investors and other powerful figures in the company. Aisha tried to convince them but to no avail.

The truth is, Aisha doesn’t want to go as well. But her effort to convince some investors and board members might go to waste if she won’t show up. She can’t possibly ruin this night and she can’t possibly fail Ethan as well.

Seeing her father Demetrius was her least concern since Uncle Archie phoned earlier to inform her that Rio decided not to attend the said event. Aisha tried calling Rio many times but he was ignoring her calls. It pains her heart. Doesn’t he care about her daughter anymore? Her heart stings a little.

Rio was not her biological father but she treated him as a real one. She can’t even remember how her real father and mother looked like right now. Was she too young back then when her parents left them? Why can’t she remember their faces? Her memories for them are also vague! Her childhood memory was only that of with her twin sister, Ethan, Demetrius and the others. Other than that, her real family is already a blur of her past. She only has that br@celet to remind her that she once had a loving mother.

The only memory that she has with her mother was the erfly br@celet she received on her 5th birthday. other than that, she can’t recall any special features about her mom and dad. Though she knew that her mom was kind, sweet and beautiful.

“Cherry Andrews.” She whispered. The people called her mom as Cherry Andrews. But she doesn’t care about that anymore. Rio is one of the most important person for her. why dwell on the past that will never come back?

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©Sir Zach

EPISODE 44

Aisha heard the screeching of a car. Ethan must have gone ahead of her. Aisha told him that she’ll be an hour late. Ethan wanted to wait for her but he must be at the event early since he nee-ds to welcome everyone.

“Double our men specially at the entrance. Make sure that the media won’t be able to get a hold of her.” Ethan called Shawn.

“Yes Sir. We have men scattered all over even at the Hall. There should be no problem later.”

“Good. Also tell me when she arrives.”

“Copy that Sir.”

“Also Shawn, stop calling me Sir.” He was irritated. He heard Shawn’s crispy laugh on the other line.

Shawn and Ethan were friends for a long time. it was Shawn who taught him how to use guns at an early age. Shawn was just three years ahead of him.

“Are you going to fire me if I continue calling you, SIR?” he was mocking him.

“Yes, I will.” He yelled.

“Ha-ha. Anyway, just try to enjoy the night. I’m sure Larry is doing his best to suppress the media.” He tried to comfort his friend.

“Yeah I’m sure he is. Thank you Shawn.” Then he hung up.

As expected, the entrance of the building was filled with reporters. Flashes flic-kers everywhere but questions can be seen on the faces of the people present.

“Where is his wife?”

“Won’t she be coming?”

“Did he knew about it already?”.

He can hear murmurs everywhere. Looks like he was right, they were here to see her. He walked naturally at the red carpet. Flashed sparkles everywhere. He was thinking of Aisha the whole time. Would she be alright?

“Mr. Williams, where is your Wife? Wouldn’t she attend tonight’s event?” one of the reporter’s asked. He only smiled without any words.

“Are you trying to hide her?” another reporter br@vely asked. He paused on his tracks.

“Do you know all along that your wife is a gangster?” another spoke. He was obviously irritated. All the camera was focused on him. Some board members and company investors heard the reporters. They also paused.

“What’s your basis to say that my wife is a gangster?” Ethan faced them. He stood valiantly. The aura that he is emitting right now is like of the emperor ready to slaughter anyone that comes against him. some of the reporters gulped in fear.

“I’m sure Mr. Williams knew what we really meant.” Said another.

“And what if you’re wrong? I believe that everyone here knew the complexity of fake news, right?” he challenged them. Some of the reporters step back. They definitely knew the density of going against the Williams.

“Don’t you think your wife is gangster or maybe she’s one with some Mafia organization?” a br@ve reported stepped in. They suddenly heard Ethan chuckled.

“And If she is? What is it to you?” he was laughing when he turned his back to them. He entered the building.

There were some powerful figures who was about to enter the hall when they heard the commotions outside. They choose to stay and hear Ethan out. one of them was Archie. He’s been listening to the conversation since it started. He became anxious. He tried calling Rio but to no avail. He called the butler to notify Rio. He’s not sure if Rio will hear the butler out but it’s a risk. He tried calling Aisha but he can’t reach her.

“What is happening?!” he was in de-ep thought. He tried to dial Aisha’s number again.

“Hello?” she answered!

“Aisha! where are you? Are you sure you want to attend tonight’s event?”

“ha ha, are you really asking me that uncle? Of course!” she chuckled.

“But Aisha —-”

“Don’t worry uncle I’ll be fine. Besides, I’m already inside.” She interrupted her worried uncle.

“What? Since when did you came in?” he was shocked. He only heard Aisha laughed on the other line.

“Don’t worry, I’ll be fine.” She hung up.

What was that for? Archie thought. Did she know this would happen?
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The article is out. it’s all over the news. Ethan’s interview went live. Larry tried to suppress it but it quickly blew off like an epidemic. It’s all over the internet as well. Seems like all hell breaks loose.

“This is not good. The bounty hunters must have seen the news!” Archie caresses the back of his head. He was pacing back and forth along the hall. Once again he tried to call Rio but to no avail.

“Damn you Rio! Will you stop playing the damsel in distress!” he screamed in his mind. Guess he nee-ds to see what will happen next before doing anything. Let’s just leave it to fate. He decided to enter the event hall.

By now the event started. Ethan gave his welcoming address but he can see doubts and questions in the faces of the people. They must have heard the commotion outside. After his welcoming address, the host took over the event. He came down the stage discreetly. He wanted to show them that he is still in control. He walked back to his seat not minding his surroundings. He looked like a king on his stature right now but the aura that he was emitting was formidable. The visitor’s gazed were fixed on him. They were observing him.

“Could the rumors be true about her wife?” ladies and gentlemen tried their best to minimize their voices.

“Where could she be right now?” Some are looking around the hall in hope to see the Great CEO’s wife.

“Is she coming?” little chatters are everywhere.

“Seems like you are in a ti-ght sp-ot Mr. Williams.” Said someone behind him. he faced the gentleman.

“Rico, it’s you. Glad you made it.” Ethan smiled reluctantly.

“Of course, I wouldn’t miss this night of course.”

“Thank you, man.” Ethan grab Rico’s shoulder then hu-g him in a manly manner. Rico is a loyal supporter, investor and a friend to the Williams. He was the son of Master Omni’s late friend and business partner.

“So how are you doing?” he meant about his wife’s issue.

“Nah, I’m fine. How about you? How’s life oversee?”

“It’s fun! You should somehow take a break and have a vacation with your family as well.” Rico encouraged him.

“Maybe some other time.” he shrugged.

“that’s fine man.” He tapped Ethan’s shoulder. They were standing at the back where they can see almost all the people.

“Looks like your wife will be a celebrity first thing in the morning.” Rico suddenly stated with his hands on his pocket. Ethan sighed.

“By the way, I can’t see her everywhere!” he raised his brow line.

“She’ll be here in a minute or maybe in an hour.” Ethan seems not to care about the rumors.

“Would that be fine? The media folks are lur-k-ing everywhere. I doubt if she can even manage to enter the building.”

“It’ll be fine. We have our men outside.” Ethan simply smiled..

The hall was almost full but looked like not everyone was enjoying. Dinner was already served in each table. The host called the chairman of the board at the pulpit to present the revenue of the company over the years. He nee-ded to update the people inside the hall about the company’s status, especially the profit. Good thing the company was doing good and that they’ve increa-sed their profits over the years. The company also saturated Asia and now they are planning to saturate Europe. This should be a fair share for every investor. Then lastly, the chairman gave an encouraging speech to everyone which bestowed him a standing ovation from the people.

“Thank you everyone. Please make yourselves comfortable as we welcome our special guest for tonight! She will be serenading us with her very own composition., Let us please welcome Ms. Stacy Williams!” there was a drum roll when the host called the special guest. Some people clapped their hands but some were hesitating.

“Is it Stacy? The CEO’s wife?” chitchats are heard everywhere.

Ethan shuddered after hearing Stacy’s name. he slowly faced in front while the big curtain is being raised. He was rooted to where he was standing while his gazed were fixed at the woman in red, sitting while holding a saxophone.

“Since when did she came in? Why Shawn didn’t call him?” he thought. He took his phone out and dialed Shawn’s number.

“Ethan?” Shawn yelled on the other line. Ethan can hear noises in the background.

“Shawn, have you seen Stacy entered the hall?”

“Stacy? No! I haven’t seen her yet. No one saw her not even the reporters.”

“What?” Ethan crea-sed his brow. He was tracing his jawline while de-ep thought. “So how did she came in?”

“Is there’s a problem?” Shawn spoke when he felt Ethan’s silence.

“No, no. It’s just that my wife is already here.” Shawn heard Ethan chuckled crazily over the phone.

“Did you say she’s already inside the event hall?” Shawn clarified what he heard.

“Ehm, she’s here. Anyway, just continue to control the crown out there.” Ethan was looking at Aisha who just bowed before the people then raised the saxophone to her mouth, ready to play. What a sneaky woman. ?

The music was so soft. It has the ability to pene-trate and conquer each hearts. The woman in front who closed her eyes as she feels her own melody looks so fragile. Anyone who pays attention to her own rendition were drawn to her since the beginning. The hall became sentimental. You just can’t help but to indulge yourself in the music. Some women who came to the party started to tear up as if feeling her emotions. The melody sent shivers to Ethan’s spine.

Why is he feeling that way? He feels like the woman in front is sending a message to him, as if relaying her goodbye message. Why does he feels helpless all of a sudden? Is she bidding goodbye? Looks like she’s going away – far away.

But maybe it’s just the music, the melody, the sound. Maybe, just maybe! She wouldn’t be planning on leaving him and Eli, right? His heart stings at the thought of losing her.

Ethan’s thought was from afar when Rico tapped him. The presentation ended without Ethan’s knowledge. His eyes immediately gazed at her once again. He saw her bowed once again as the curtains were being laid down. People were clapping their hearts out. Then the host took over.

“I would like to call our beloved guest to come up once again.” The host announced. After some seconds, Aisha was already beside her with an all-out smile. She looked gorgeous on her outfit. A sparking gold infinity ne-cklace, a bloody red off-shoulder mini-dress, a waterfall hairstyle and a glittery white heels. She looks absolutely stunning tonight. No one would ever imagine that an innocent beauty is a gangster.

“Can you introduce yourself to everyone tonight?” The host politely handed her the microphone. Aisha gave an alluring smile before taking the microphone. She was about to speak when she heard a loud thud. Then another thud that was followed by ban-ging, crashing, blowing and smashing. That sound. It feels familiar. She looked at the people in front of her, they were grasping, holding on their breaths and their eyes wide-ned. They were looking at the screen then back to her.

Aisha slowly faced the screen behind her. her eyes grew!

“I-I am…” her voice was somewhat broken. Sweats begun to form on her forehead. She looked at the screen then to the onlookers. She tried to look for Ethan around the hall. Her eyes seems to scream help! She looks like an innocent sheep ready to be slaughtered by hungry wolves!

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