C2 He's back

"Firstly, I will have a 70% share in your business, of which you will have 30%, and we shall sign all necessary documents," I uttered, and the look on his face changes.

I will so deal with this man; he killed my father and the people I care about, and now he wants me to help him.

Screw him. I took a long look at him, waiting patiently for him to make his decision. But I don't think he's ready to do this.

"When you are ready to make a decision, you can tell me; I've got other things to do," I said in a final tone.

"Oh, wait, I was just trying to think it over; you know I can't make decisions in haste. But what are your others conditions?" He finally let out.

"I don't state my second condition without getting an answer to the first one; you can ask him. I don't do business with people who will bring me bad luck. The decision is yours." I stood to leave.

"Okay, wait, please just state the second condition, and I promise to give you a reply on both." He spoke calmly.

"Mr. Khalid, please just state the second condition.Let him think over it." "Steve, try to persuade me.

"Sorry, man, I don't get persuaded easily. This is business, and I don't go back on my words. You can go and think about it all you want, but I won't state the second condition without the first reply, "I insisted.

I can see he is on the edge of making up his mind. That's how people like him should be treated.

"Okay, but let's make it 50," he said.

"You don't tell me how to run my business; this is my money and time that I want to invest in you." I cleared my throat and scowled.

I could feel the hatred rising in me. I will give you slow death and pain, devil.

In your next life, when you hear who goes by the Lionel family, you will take another route.

"Okay, I agree. The other condition "He asked, with eagle down.

It's good to see this type of person down.

"I heard you had a beautiful daughter; I want to marry her," I said, and a smirk played at the corner of my lips. Then I see a broad smile on his face.

"Really, you want to marry my daughter?" He asked eagerly.

"Yes, you don't have to worry about the expenses; I will handle them." I managed to speak up.

I am very angry seeing him smile; he must be really happy that I am getting married to his daughter. But I will deal with everyone in his family. His wicked face pissed me off.

"Yes, in fact, if you want the wedding to happen tomorrow, I am ready, and my daughter is really so lucky for someone like you to propose. In fact, take this handshake to assure you that we are family," he said, stretching forth his hand.

He mentioned family; I smirked and shook hands with him like the gentleman that I am.

"Invite all the big people you know; I really want a large wedding," I said in a tone of finality and stood up. They also did, and I saw them off.

********

Edward Mansion

He walked into the mansion, shouting Nathaniel's name.

"Honey, what's that, and why are you shouting her name like that?" His wife asked.

"Spare me that question, woman; I need you and your daughter, because I want to speak with her." If she messes up this time, I will kill her myself. I swear when I say I will kill her"He thundered, and she fidgets.

"Dad, I had my name.Do you call me?" She asked, coming down the stairs.

"Yes, I did, young lady, and I am here to talk about a very important thing," he said in a croaky voice.

"Maybe about a date; I know you well. The best thing you know how to do these days is get me to go on a date, and properly, you found another person to hook me up with. But I refuse, sir" She said, and she was about to walk away.

"If you dare move an inch, then I will not spare you. You are right; all I talked about before was dating. But now, I want to talk about marriage, and it will happens before this week ran out" He Thundered.

She was shocked and turned back immediately.

"Are you kidding me, marriage to a stranger?" she asked with teary eyes.

"Not a stranger, but a business partner. And I don't want to lose this opportunity, so better get yourself ready; he will be here tomorrow" He spoke authoritatively.

"No, I won't get married. I have someone I love, and there's nothing you will do about it, sir," she snapped at him.

Mrs. Edward walked closer and slapped her on her face.

"What audacity! Who gave you the guts to speak to your father like that? My own husband—do you know how he suffered to cater for us? He goes out there every day just to provide for us, and you are here ranting. He only wants the best for you; that's why he wants to get you married to a rich person. Don't you get that foolish daughter!" she shouted and turned to face her husband.

"Don't bother yourself, darling, go inside and rest. I will talk some sense into her." She pacified her husband and dragged Nathaniel into her room.

*****

Khalid

I got home to see my silly friends watching movies together.

"Wow, I can see you guys really feel at home," I said, pulling my suit tighter.

"Off course, man live once"Jenny replied.

"Well, guys, there's a new development about my revenge." I blow the wind. And immediately, their attention was on me.

"Common, tell us about it," Herald said. And I could see that both of them couldn't wait to hear what I had to say.

"Split it, bro; stop this suspense; it's killing me!" Jenny shouted. I told them everything except for the marriage part, and I also wanted to shake them with that.

"WOW, bro, that's a good move," Herald said, smiling.

"You see why I said I had a change of plans early? Everything is now working in my favor," I explained.

"God is really fighting in your favor," Jenny smiled.

"Yes, I reply, biting my teeth for the umpteenth time.

"And you both should get ready; we have a wedding to plan," I exploded.

"Wedding!" The two exclaimed. "Yes, to make it easier, I asked to marry his daughter, pretty Nathaniel. Just also need to taste from her parent's sins: "I lick my lips as both couldn't stop glaring at me.

"I don't really buy the idea, but I think since it's all about revenge, I'll gladly support this," Jenny said with a sad face.

I know that wasn't part of my plan. It's okay; after all, it's my revenge, and anybody can cut out at anytime.

"Please, I need to see you privately, I mean right now," Herald said and stood on his feet.

He sounds like a boss.

"Hey, what is it that you can't say here? Say it; let's hear you out," Jenny insisted.

"Manly talk, girl," he replied.

"Screwed you and your manly talk, aren't we one?" If you can't say it, then swallow your gut and see the way you are ordering him like you are the boss here" She shouted, moving towards him.

"What's your problem, girl? I said I want to have a private chat with my friend; do you forget he's been my friend since childhood? We only met you in London ten years ago; we've come so far for this revenge, and in fact, he's not just a friend but a brother to me. So screw you for thinking I can have a private chat with him" He snapped at her.

I am getting frustrated with the silly argument. They always find a way to fight each other on some unnecessary occasion. And I know how to turn them down.

"Okay, I go nowhere. I think you both can rest now. Mr Herald, my childhood friend, be ready to be my best man," I said without standing up. And the two of them went to sit angrily.

I think it's time to clear the air.

"I think you both are so silly fighting yourselves. That wasn't necessary. I really appreciate the fact that you both came this far to help me get revenge. I respect that, but let's not fight ourselves. I know what you want to say. Maybe I shouldn't go into a relationship in a rush right.

It's not anything like that; this is just my strategy to ruin that family. And I will leave no stone unturned.

Trust me when I say this. All I just need is to be sure if you guys are still on my side," I asked, and they both scoffed.

"Always on your side." They both answered.

*****

"Your husband-to-be will be here soon; better behave yourself," Mrs. Edward warned.

A few minutes later

Khalid and his friends drove into the Edward compound with the guards. The guards quickly opened the door, and they all alighted from the car.

Herald and Khalid stare at each other and remember some old memories of how they always sneaked into the compound to see Nathaniel. Khalid smirked and Herald smiled as they all went inside and were given a warm welcome by Mr. and Mrs. Edward.

She orders their maid Michelle to fetch Nathaniel, and she leaves immediately.

She rushed to her room joyously.

"Nathaniel, you can't believe it. It's Khalid and his friend—I forget his name—that one that loves girls a lot," she shouted happily.

"Are you being serious? Oh my goodness, so Khalid has finally come for me; why don't they tell me? Is this a way to surprise me?" She asked happily.

"I am not sure; I think Khalid doesn't want them to know about you two knowing each other. Just pretend like you both don't know each other; if not, you might not be able to be with the love of your life," she warned her before they both went out of the room excited.

Khalid smirks seeing her come down. And Nathaniel pretended not to know him. He was shocked but smirked it off.

"Nathaniel, meet your future husband"

"Khalid," she mentioned before he could complete his statement.

"Do you both know each other?" Mr. Edward asked, and they looked at each other confused