Jack's Pov
After leaving the Claw foot club i drove straight to mayors creation.
As i alighted from my car i quickly noticed something is amiss.
I could see my emoloyees smiling and greeting me happily.
I was confused.
I could hear them whispering to themselves but I couldn't hear clearly what they were talking about.
I step into my grand office and i receive the surprise.
A small celebration is going on , i smile but still confused.
Donald quickly came to me as he saw me walk in.
" Jack " he said smiling.
I roll my eyes before laughing
" We are at work, show your Respect man , what is this about ? " I asked.
" Your competition is coming up, we heard it from the news "
I blink in surprise. " What competition? "
" Swimming " he said smiling.
" Ah yes yes but i haven't really apply for it " i said smiling.
My manager mel is at it again, now that it is out in the news i won't be able to avoid it anymore.
I sighed softly before smiling up at my well wishers.
" My mum can't wait to see you in the pool, you know she is your greatest fan " Donald whispered to me as i walk around nodding to the small gathering.
" Oh yes, another reason for me to win then " i replied.
After almost an hour the small crowd all dismissed.
My office was set back to normal and i am left with happy spirit.
I am very grateful to my staffs and my personal assistant.
Donald walk into my office with a file.
" Here are the new contracts we secure. Probably before the end of the year mayors creation will be back on track "
" Good, i plan to invest in mayors creation with the money i made from the competition as well " i told him receiving the file.
I got busy with work for almost three hours with Donald, i attended a meeting as well.
It was nearly evening when i got ready to visit my manager.
" Today has been so hectic. I see mayors creation is slowly regaining it's normal place. But we are still far behind, i think we can do better " i said to Donald as i get prepare to leave.
" Of course, all we needed is to pour money into the firm to save it "
I nodded " we will do just that. I got to go now , make sure you cleared up before leaving " i said grabbing my car key.
" Yes boss " he replied jokingly and i smile.
I walk out of the office , straight to my car.
I started the car and was on my way to my manager when Maureen's call came in.
I answered it but stay mute.
I am still mad at her for leaving home even though she knew it is dangerous.
" Jack ? " She called.
" Yes? " I replied in a low tone.
" It is Laura " I heard her says urgently.
I quickly parked my car to hear her well.
" How do you mean ? What happened ? " I asked urgently.
" She left, i came down stairs after taking a nap but she is not here "
I breath out heavily.
" Come on Maureen, she probably went for groceries or something "
I said trying to calm her down.
" No, her luggages are not in her room. It seems like she pack out "
" What? " I asked in surprise.
Laura packed out without telling me anything??
What's going on ?
" Jack I'm scared " i heard my sister said in a shaky voice.
My fingers gripped the cellphone tightly.
" There is nothing to be scared about, I'm on my way ... Okay ? " I told her gently.
" Jack? Someone is here "
I stop breathing all of a sudden.
Oh My goodness!
" Maureen lock the doors, do not open the door for anyone except Jill or han ... You got it ? " I told her in a command tone but she did not reply.
The next thing i heard was her scream.
I became very agitated, what must have happened to her.
I revived the car driving speedily back home.
Maureen please be safe.
My cellphone rang again and I stare at it. Han!
I ignore it, it will be hard to tell him something is wrong with Maureen.
The call came in again but still i ignore it.
I finally arrived at my house, i get out of the car hastily and dash inside.
Maureen was on the floor laying down lifelessly.
My heart dropped into my stomach and i exhaled sharply.
I quickly go to her , i feel her pulse and to my great relieve she is breathing.
I carried her to her room , lay her down gently on her bed.
I get out to retrieve my cellphone from the car.
I missed another call from han, i walk up towards Laura's room and truly the room has been cleared.
I swallow hard, i have trusted her so much.
What have i done!!!
I could remember han telling me he did not trust her and also i remembered how Jill was uncomfortable with her breakfast today.
I race to Maureen's room staring at her.
The main reason i prefer to live quietly without maids around me is strictly because of betrayal.
Who would have believe Laura was working with the Mikes.
I peer down at my sister and i noticed she is breathing normally but still i had to call a doctor.
I quickly put a call to doctor Joan but the latter did not pick.
I called him again but still he did not answer his call.
I became frustrated, i couldn't call Sally if i really love my sister.
She might end up giving her a dangerous treatment like she did to han.
Oh yes! Han!
The thought hit me.
Why is he calling ?
I quickly call him and he answered after the second ring.
" Jack something is wrong " He told me , his voice breaking.
I frown in confusion.
" What is wrong? " I asked urgently.
I could hear his breath, i realized he is taking his time to explain.
" Where is Jill " i asked him urgently , my heart pounding.
" She is in Joan's hospital " i heard han manage to say in a silent tone.
" What? Why is she there ? "
" I think she is poisoned "
I blink trying to make light of the situation.
" How can she be poisoned? "
" Her skin is somehow . It become worse after we arrive at the hospital. Joan said it is a very deadly poisoned . You have to come now because i think she is going into surgery "
I heard han hang up and i stare blankly ahead.
What is happening ?
Surgery??
If Jill was poisoned it will be none other than Laura's deed.
I flopped on the bed beside Maureen and i pray for strength.