"I know I can't do much to help but I want you to know that I'm always here to help when you need it," Bianca said.
Even now? He asked with his gaze still fixed on her.
"Uhmm" she nodded.
"Then, do me a favor right now," he said still looking at her like he was trying to see through her soul.
What is it? She asked.
"I want to hug you and feel your warmth," he said like he was begging for his life.
Bianca wasn't showing any symptoms of being shocked or taken by surprise because at that point, pain and exhaustion were visible in his eyes and she just wanted to help him ease it regardless.
She moved to sit at the table facing him directly and hugged him without a word. This very act took Kingsley by surprise and he wanted to say something but he couldn't because he was enjoying the warmth as he kept his head on her shoulder and pulled her a bit closer. He felt a bit better.
Do you feel better? Bianca asked after a few seconds of embracing him.
"Mhm," he said
Bianca patted his back gently like a child.
"I'm tired" Kingsley started pouring out his heart to her.
"I feel like I might lose everything I've worked for right before my eyes," he said calmly while Bianca just listened without a word.
Alicia is driving me insane. She's destroying the legacy my father has built and she sees nothing wrong in It.
"She broke my brother and I and she still doesn't want to relent. Bianca, I feel like I'm never going to be happy genuinely" At this point, Bianca felt something warm drop on her shoulder and she knew exactly what it was but she kept patting his back gently like she was comforting a child.
Have you spoken with the investors? Bianca asked a brief silence.
"Yeah, they still don't want to get back with us because they've found a better offer," He said calmly.
What other plans do you have to stop others from pulling out, getting new investors, and also clearing the company's name on media? She asked still patting his back.
"I'm blank Bianca. I've tried everything possible but it's not working" He said
"Mhmm" She nodded
After a few minutes of staying in each other's arms, he finally pulled out gently.
"Thank you," he said
Bianca smiled and held his both hands.
"Listen, Kingsley, I know you're going through a lot and I might not understand where you're coming from but one thing I know and I'm sure of is that you will be happy and you won't lose everything you've worked for," she said while Kingsley kept on starring at her.
You're one of the most hard-working people I've ever met, you paid your dues and everyone knows that and I know God won't allow your mother to take them from you. Okay' she said and Kingsley smiled.
"Thank you Bianca" he tightened their hands together.
I'm glad I met you. I'm...
"Bianca interrupted him by locking her lips with his passionately"
Kingsley who didn't see that coming didn't know how to react until she pulled back after a few seconds of warming his lips.
Can you just stop thanking me? She asked with a hypnotizing tone and Kingsley couldn't wait any longer as he pulled her closer to himself and savored her lips.
They both kissed each other passionately with her both hands hanged around his neck and his hands smooching her back.
They finally let go after they've had enough of each other.
"Bianca, please stay with me," Kingsley said in form of a whisper and Bianca smiled.
"I'm not going anywhere, Kingsley," She said and he hugged her tightly.
Kingsley?? He called suddenly
"I have an idea," she said.
"He pulled her from his grip and stare at her " About what? He asked
"About the shares," She said both staring at each other.
....
The door cracked open.
Everyone stood on their feet as Alicia walked in.
"Please have your, seat gentlemen," She said with a charming smile on her face.
"It's nice to see you all today," she said and they all chorused "Thank you"
So? She asked with her hands raised in the air.
"Chairwoman, At the moment we think we should lay low because a lot of our members are going to prison without knowing their fate yet," Mr. Marcus said.
I agree with him, Chairwoman. Mr. Kingsley is fetching us out without a hint and we need to lay low for now but I will love to know if you have another plan on your plate at the moment" Mr. Lorenzo said.
'Well, gentlemen, I will like to congratulate you all on a job Weldon especially you Mr. Graviel. I know my son is giving you a tough time but don't worry, you won't suffer the same fate as your colleagues" she said.
Thank you, Chairwoman.
As I speak to you now, he's working on a contract that could skyrocket the company back to its zenith again and once he succeeds, the plan to make him come to you for help won't be achievable again and you know he has never loosed any contract in his history" Mr. Graviel Explained.
Uhmm, I see.
Yes, ma.
"Alright then. I will do something about it. Just sent me all I need to know" She said.
Alright, ma.
"Yes and that reminds me, you'll be getting your payments before the end of today. Do have a nice day gentlemen and don't mess with me" she gave them a wicked grin.
***
Bianca has returned to the office because she needed to help Kingsley prepare for the contract he has coming.
Bianca suggested they reach out to Jaskier Chen's group of companies and he did. It is one of the biggest exportation companies in China and they have a contract biding they are working on. They'll be picking any big company that has the best solutions for what they want to solve. The contract is a multi-million dollar contract.
*Door Clintches*
"Sir, you sent for me" Bianca said.
Babe please can you stop the sir, when it's just us? Kingsley asked.
I'm sorry. We ain't an item officially. So, It's only right I call you sir at the office and Kingsley at home because we're just friends.
But Bianca...
"Please don't make this hard for me" she said.
"Okay" He finally gave up but it was obvious he wasn't happy because ever since what transpired between them the other night, Bianca still acts normal while Kingsley was expecting a difference between them. At least to be cozier or so but Bianca is not doing any of that.
Have you gone through what I sent you? He asked coldly.
Yes sir.
"Alright. Our flight is by 2 pm tomorrow" he said.
"Noted sir" She said and left.