Chapter:- 7
Next morning.
Eric was late this morning. He didn't hear his phone ringing. He got up, brushed his teeth, and got refreshed. He quickly wore his uniform, styled his hair, wore his shoes and left home in a hurry. As he was locking the door, he forgot his phone. He got inside the home, took his phone, made sure the stove was off and again went to lock the door. After locking the door he went to his car and was looking for his keys, roaming his hands on all of the pockets, but he didn't find them. At this moment, Eric was so frustrated that he wanted to bang his head. Why is he forgetting things? Eric again unlocked the door, searched for his car keys, finally finding them and finally locking the main door. He glanced at his clock, he was way past his normal-late time. He started the car, wanting to reach the police station quickly but he can't speed as it is against the law and Eric doesn't wish to go against the law. He has been feeling bad since this morning. Thinking that something for sure is going to happen. Eric reached the police station.
The weather is hot. The temperature is increasing. The cold eyes of police officers were sending chills to Eric's body. He was suddenly feeling cold.
Eric:- Why are you guys looking at me like I just did a grave sin?
Then Eric thought:- Did Jack tell them? NO. He would never. Maybe they heard us.
Eric was ready to explain to them, until
Jack spoke:- Did you shoot a man in Prince Andrew's villa.
Jack was not asking him, he was demanding him to speak the truth.
Eric sighed, said:- Yes, I did. You guys must know the reason also. How did you guys even know about this?
Jack:- We know this not from your mouth, but from this invitation.
Jack said, swaying the invitation card in front of Eric.
Eric is confused about what he is saying.
Jack:- I am sure you didn't get the invitation, because the invitation was sent to the Police station. We do know the reason Eric. You saved Prince Andrew's life. That's the reason you have been invited to a gathering held by King Mathew himself, solely for you. You get a chance to meet him privately. And of course, the Prince will also be there.
Eric didn't hear anything except he is invited by King Mathew HIMSELF?!
Eric was shocked, perplexed, heart beating so fast, anyone could hear it.
Eric making a fool of himself said,
Eric:- What, What is the purpose of this gathering?
Jack:- To thank you for saving Andrew's life. I have just said that it is a private gathering.
Eric's eyes were hurting because he was not blinking at all.
Eric:- It's an honour to meet him but is it solely for me?
Eric asked, making an expression of being shocked, which quickly turned to resentment, because he knows what kind of work these royal members do.
Jack:- Are you deaf? I have just that it is solely for you. Just look at the invitation. It's fancy, it's expensive. The name is written so beautifully and elegantly for a man like you.
Eric looking at the invitation which was in his hands, said:- I will slide your comment, only this time.
Eric, looked at the other Officers.
Their expression is of worry and concern.
Eric:- Are you guys not happy about it?
Joseph:- We are concerned that you will be recognized by the rivals of the king and the Prince. We wouldn't want to lose an Officer like you.
Eric:- You are forgetting that the biggest rivals the criminals have are only the police. I have to go, I can't ignore it even if I want to. I am not joining hands with them. We are forced to do this. And we can't do anything about this for now. It is our duty that we must greet criminals who are also Royal members for now, not forever. It is just a meeting. I don't wish to develop any kind of relationship with criminals. I can still turn it down, considering that it will cause us all the trouble.
Joseph:- Just like you said, we can't do anything about it, it means that this invitation is an order not a request Eric.
Eric:- We are not slaves. I can turn it down if I want to.
Joseph:- You are not ready for the consequences.
Eric eying Joseph, said:- That's the last thing I want to know.
Jack:- Enough you too. This topic is a dead-end.
Jack said, putting his hands on his pockets.
Jack:- You guys are fighting because of those Criminals?! Control your emotions. This is not something that can be solved independently.
I have nothing more to say. Everyone, Get back to your cases!
Everyone did so, except Eric and Joseph.
Jack:- Do I have to pick you guys up and send you to your places?!!
Eric and Joseph went to their respectable duties, thinking that it is possible to defeat the Criminals but not Officer Jack.
After some time,
All police officers were trying to solve their own respective cases, when suddenly a gust of wind rushes when the car comes close to the police station.
The main door of the police station is always opened in emergencies.
One police officer got out to check who had arrived and he couldn't even imagine in his wildest dreams that the person standing in front of him was Prince Andrew.
He quickly got inside and officers around him didn't believe him when he said:-
John:- If I said that Prince Andrew is outside of our police station, would you guys believe me or think of me as a complete maniac?
Joseph:- A complete maniac. There is absolutely NO way he would come.
John:- He is OUTSIDE.
Joseph:- How dare he come here! I will kill him. Joseph said, pulling out his revolver.
Jack:- No, you are not going to do that.
Joseph:- It is a perfect opportunity.
Jack:- Everyone! Do your own duties. Joseph, don't let emotions get better of you. I am going to check.
Jack went outside to check and it was indeed Prince Andrew.
Jack:- What is it that you want Mr. Andrew?
Andrew:- No greetings, straight to business Hah?
Jack:- It's a habit. People greet us. We don't.
All people are the same to us.
Andrew:- I want to talk to Officer Eric.
Jack:- For what purpose?
Andrew:- I will only tell him.
Jack:- He is working right now. I will inform him. But, it is his choice if he comes or not. If he doesn't come, you are going to leave.
Jack said sternly
Andrew:- Sure. It is for his own good. I mean no harm.
Jack entered into the office of Eric, Eric didn't even know he entered. Jack firmly placed his hands on the desk instead of knocking.
Eric:- Gosh! You startled me. My handwriting is now ruined.
Eric said, looking at his ruined paper.
Jack:- Prince Andrew is outside, waiting for you. He wants to talk to you.
Eric:- What?!
Jack:- What did you do this time!!
Eric:- I didn't do anything!! Why do you always think I do something! Why is he even here!!!!
Jack:- I asked him but he said that he will tell only you. Now, go outside and behave yourself in front of him.
Eric made an expression that he didn't want to deal with him now. His mood will be ruined.
Eric knows now why he was feeling bad since this morning.
Why is it happening to me?