**(THE RELUCTANT BRIDE)** CONTINUATION OF EPISODE 17 Kelvin looked at the Nicholas. I am sure that embassador Patrick and his cohorts are responsible for all that had happened to your building company I know that too but we need proof, Edward put in. Dont worry, they surely will be caught. I already have some men on them, Kelvin replied. Can they be exposed?, Jordan asked. Yes they can. Barrister Joshua thaught me that for you to survive, you need to fight dirty like your opponents. Why do you think I hardly loose a case? Those men will make a vital mistake. When they do, I will mee with them in court. Ive already gathered some evidence againsthem Kelvin smiled to himself. He had judged Jordan wrongly. From all he could see, Jordan and Tara were happy together, most importantly, they were in love. It was written all over their faces. He stared at Shan, she was obviously happy too. Jordan had proofed him wrong again by enrolling her in one of the best schools with the children of the wealthy and influencial. It was also obvious that Shan adored Jordan to his very toe. Yes, Joshuas children were happy, that was the most important thing to him. He gazed at Jordan, talk about judging a book by its cover. Kelvin laughed to himself. As for the publisher of those gossip magazines, the man, on hearing who Tara and Kelvin were, promised to make an open apology to the Nicholas in his next edition. It was now time for the heiress of the glamour fir to unveil herself. This would make the Nicholas and Josephs more powerful and Tara, one of the youngest millionaires in the country. Her name would open doors. She was now a very public public figure. Someone tapped him. He forced himself to reality only to see that the whole Nicholas had their eyes Nicholas. I said, you should tell me about the firm, Tara repeated. A law firm is a business entity formed by one or more lawyers to engage in the practice of law. The primary service rendered by a law firm is to advice clients, either individual or coporations about their legal rights and responsibilities and to represent clients in civil and criminal cases. The coperate department of the firm advice companies on the coperate deals which they involved in, such as acquisition of companies, important of inter-company agreement and may more. The litigation department deals with dispute which the firms clients are involve in. Finally, the criminal department deals with any criminal matters of a client. You own all these Tara No, I cant do this. I know nothing about the legal world. I cant control that kind of business, Tara said in tears. Jordan went to her. He wiped her face with his right hand. You can learn sweetheart. No one was born with knowledge, we all learn. If this will make you happy, I approve for you to go back to school and study law, Jordan told his weeping wife. No Jordan, I was studying English at the university before I dropped out. If I ever go back to school, I want to study either Linguistics or English languge Tara, Kelvin called her, you musnt be a lawyer before you own a law firm. You can hire lawyers to work for while they give yearly account to you. I have been runing the firm since your grandfather passed away. I can do that for you if you want really? yep Oay, but I will want to discuss this with Jordan first Take your time Tara What about mr. Joshuas distant relatives? Wont they pose danger to Tara?, Jordan asked. No, they wont dare hurt her. She is married to a Nicholas, one of the most powerful family in the country and dont forget, Tara is already pregnant, a new heir might be born. They wont touch her, Its a foolhardy thing to do Shan ran to Tara for a hug. Imagine this, I have a millionaire for a sister. Mother will surely be proud of you Tara hugged her sister warmly and made a decision to give fifty percent of the firm to Shan. She too sure deserved it. You look tired Tara, let me take you upstairs, you need to sleep, Jordan picked Tara up and began walking up the stairs. Uncle Jo? May I join her? I think I too want to take a nap, Shan cried out. of course, You two lovely ladies can be my guests. Sleep the whole day off. The bed is large enough for you Shan shriked in jubilation, bid the parents and kelvin a good day before dashing off after Jordan and Tara. Edward, this house is becoming more fun to be in. Im glad Jordan married Tara. Shes the best thing that has ever happened to him, Alice told her husband Yes, Tara and Shan changed Jordan, Her husband replied. Kelvin smiled, he too was satisfied Henry drove into the Nicholas mansion. He parked his car and strolled in. He really needed to have a talk with Tara. He had specifically chose to come at a time he knew both Jordan and Shan would be out. A maid informed him that the younger mrs. Nicholas was upstairs. She asked Henry if she should inform Tara that her brother was around but Henry waved her off. Dont bother, I am going upstairs Henry told the maid and began climbing the staircase to Jordans room. He halted at the door and knocked. No one answered. He knocked at the door louder. Come in, Tara cried out. Tara, its me Henry, are you decent? Hold on Henry She had just had her bath and was still in her towel. She swiftly replaced it with a long bathrobe, tied the sash firmly before opening the door for Henry. Henry? What is wrong?, she asked him in alarm. May I come in? Oh yes, please do Henry gazed at her. She really was small and her body was changing drastically. He walked into the room and sat on the bed. Tara sat by his side. How are you doing Tara? Im good, just spill it out Tara, you are my sister and I love you so much. I know that father had hurt and humiliated you, but I am begging you Tara, you two need to reconcile No Tara, that man is miserable. He hasnt been himself since grandmothers will was read. All he does is pick at his food and stare deep and hard. Its as if he isnt in this world anymore Tara remained mute. Anthony had really hurt her. She despised the man. no matter what, he is your father and his blood flows in your vein. Please forgive and give him another chance I cant Henry. Please go. I need to get into a dress. Never you mention that name to me. I grew up without a father, I have no father, She was crying. Henry went on his feet. He stared hard at Tara before walking away. He stopped at the door. Tara, we sometimes find peace only when we forgiveness, give it to him. I know its too much to ask. Please think about it * * * Where are you going? out I know you are going out, where exactly are you going to? Just out, She snapped at her husband and swiftly left the room. Jordan stared after her. She had not been herself for the past three days. He walked in on her crying the day before but she told him there was no problem. This baffled him. * * * Anthony looked at his daughter. She looked back at him. What are you doing in my house? I am here to let you know just how much youve disrupted my life Tara had found herself thinking more and more about what Henry told her. These past days had been horrible. I know Tara, her father said quietly. He had emaciated. Tara, please forgive me. I know you cant forget what I did but please forgive me, He burst out in tears. Looking at him, Tara felt sorry for him. The man had suffered enough. She went to him, knelt by his side and cried on his thigh. Anthony wished Anna was alive. He had loved her. You are always welcome to my house. I want you to be a good grandfather to my children Im I forgiven? Yes you are. But I dont think I can ever forget what you did to me. Our relationship can never be normal you know I know Tara, the fact that youve forgiven me is enough. What else will I ask for? She hugged her father again, then tearfully walked out. * * Jordan watched Tara enter the room. Her eyes red and swollen from crying. Come here, she walked slowly to him. He held her against him and whispered in her ear. Have you cried it all out?, she nodded. wish to talk about it? I just met my dad Jordan. I told him I have forgiven him and he is welcome to our house. Come to think of it, if he had not forced me into coming to Abuja, I wouldnt have known you, I wouldnt have gotten such a perfect husband in my life. Im glad he forced our marriage too Me too Tara, now look at me, never you repeat what you did. You gave me a scare these past three days. Share with me whatever it is you are going through. Dont shut me out. Promise me Tara Im sorry Jordan. I promise, he kissed her cheek. Forgiving your father is the best thing to do Tara. I am proud of you. I read it somewhere that only the brave know how to forgive, a coward never forgave; it is simply not in his nature. You are brave my sweet * * Tara had been pacing around their bedroom. She was anxious for Jordan to arrive and fill her in on the jury verdict. After three months of trial, the court will today announce Amandas fate. Tara had atteded the court session only once. It had been so traumatic. Seeing Amanda had reminded her of how much she had made her suffer. The fact that Amanda had openly threatened Tara in court was a blow. I only regret not succeeding in killing you Tara and the other bastard you are carrying Tara had cried her heart out. Jordan decided she should just allow him to go while he fill her in on the happenings. He had told her that Amandas father, who had flew in for his daughters trial got arrested. The thugs he had always used for his dirty business got arrested. They implicated the minister of finance and two senators. Embassador Patricks so called friends swore not to go down without him. They too, implicated him. He was arrested while trying to flee the country. He was also on trial. Edward Nicholas never missed the court session. A penny for your thought, Tara heard Jordans voice. She looked up to find him watching her. Jordan, how did it go? What is the verdict? The jury had reached a verdict that Amanda is guilty of all the six count charges made against her. She has been sentence to ten years imprisonment with hard labour, jordan sighed. Ten years is too important to waste in a jail. I feel sorry for her. The fact that she had openly threatened the man that arrested her and the jury didnt help at all. Amanda kicked, fought, cried and cursed as she was shove into a car Tara looked sadly at Jordan, I am to blame Jordan, I feel guilty that Amanda will be spending ten years of her life locked up Dont feel guilty Tara, Amanda chose her fate, she isnt even remorseful for her actions Jordan placed his hands on Taras stomach. She was seven months gone. come to think of it Tara, whddn is your next anti-natal checkup? Next tomorrow. Why did you ask? Im coming with you. You might be blind but i am not. That good doctor of yours got feelings for you Tara remained silent. They had argued this more time than she could count. She didnt believe Jordan at all. He was simply being jealous. I love you Jordan Nicholas Hope you know that I have always loved you from the day you foolishly entered the road without looking and nearly gave me a heart attack, Jordan laughed. I know Jordan, youve been telling me this everyday for the past three months When this baby is out in the world, I will want you to begin your driving lessons Yes sir, Tara told him smiling.
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