Sophia's Pov.
Four days later, Anderson out of joy that he has his mum successfully back to him, declared a big party in his mansion, where he was inviting his friends, empire workers, neighbors and well-wishers.
Many dudes who knew about how his mother '' Mrs. Jane'' was abducted, were all willing and excited to attend the party
As I stayed in the mansion and watched from through the windows, I could see the various entering of great and exciting individuals, along with their exotic cars.
The scene was an eye-sighting one, as people were seen flowing with varieties of gifts in their hands. In respect to this, we higher cooks, who came to prepare meals for our guests? I was in charge of the meal. Although, I didn't follow them to prepare the meals because I was engaged with other projects at hand, from my mother-in-law, who committed them to me. I just oversaw the cooking process and made sure that everything was running very smoothly.
''It's time for you to prepare yourself, my dear, for the great party'' Mrs Jane who has been stirring at me since from a distance, spoke.
I turned in shock to look at her because I never expected her to be gazing at me.
''Oh! Mum, I should be getting ready right away'' I responded with a smiles on my face.
However, she didn't look lively to me, as her face seemed to be cold.
Ever since she was rescued from her abductors, she has been living very quietly. I don't know why she was so, even though, Anderson told me that it was never her character to be calm. I guess she was still been affected by her experiences from the abduction.
I walked close to her, held her hands, and asked.
''Mother, what's the issue? I think there is something that is currently bothering you. Kindly share it with me, as I may be of assistance to you'' I said to her, while giving her hopes of her being better and secure.
She was calm after my words. She looked at me and smiled, and then she responded.
''I don't think it should be a good idea for your husband to organize a party right now, for me''
''Why did you say so?'' I was surprised, to hear this because at least, she should have been happy for her soon party.
''You may never understand me, my dear. You see, we have lots of enemies, which are not even known to us. These people were the ones if I'm not mistaken, who assassinated my husband, Andrew's father. Ever since then, things have never been the way they used to be again'' She explained.
''I understand you mum, but you just have to appreciate the single moment you have now, with us, especially your son, who has deemed it fit, to organize a welcome party for you'' I responded to her.
''You are right my dear, I shall partake now, by appreciating this feast. Let's go now, and start the preparations'' She said to me, as she finally saw the reasons in my words.
She held me on the neck, like a strong bond between mother and child, and we walked out of the room where I was watching people from above.
Three hours later, the hall in our mansion where we were to party, was already filled with people who came to attend the party.
The master of ceremony (MC), started to usher in respected dignitaries including celebrities, who are known in the entertainment, business, political and sports industries.
Soon, the auditorium was filled with different sounds of handclaps and wails from the audience, who were seen applauding and cheering special guests who were called out openly by the master of the ceremony.
Lastly, Mrs. Jane was finally called out, by the M.C.
I was right beside her because she wanted me to escort her down the audience, while she walked.
Everyone stood up, to welcome her presence, as a sign of honour, as they were been empathic towards her.
''I, therefore, call upon the presence, and the person of Anderson Roy, to come over here, for a speech'' The M.C ordered.
Meanwhile, the crowd was now carried away with the intercontinental dishes and drinks that were placed on their table. Before now, they were already commanded by the M.C., to start consuming whatever they could see in their front. This is because there were lots of meals for everyone to consume and even take home. Anderson wanted to make sure that he welcomed and honoured his mother since he didn't know when next he would be opportune to do so.
As Anderson was just about to take the microphone from the M.C. hand, he suddenly shouted and fell to his knees. We were all surprised. We thought he probably missed a step while climbing on the steps leading to the M.C. reach, or he was only excited.
Soon, we all saw blood flowing out from his hands, like a stream of rushing river.
''Get down everyone, we have been surrounded by some snipers'' One of our security officers shouted, as he rushed in, into the hall, with his suit being stained by drops of blood, and looking rough.
Damn, we have been attacked by assassins, and Anderson also has been shut at his hand, and now bleeding.
Within a twinkle of an eye, everyone in the hall bowed down, as they sought refuge. Fear defeated everyone's heart, including Mrs Jane, who was seen crippling towards her son. Although, she was held and prevented from reaching him, by her security team, who was ensuring that the situation was in control.
''Help me, help me'' I heard a voice shouting from one of the rooms in the mansion.
I looked at Anderson, and saw that some security men were already rushing him to safety so; I decided to look out on the dude In the next room, who was shouting and calling for help.
I quickly went to the room. Lo and behold, I was shocked to see my step-sister '' Melody'', strangling the head of a police officer''.