Free Billionaire's Retreat by Eddie Johnson Page A

clearer?”
    “Someone has told you that I and Jared were lovers unbe knownst to my Husband D a vid . ”
    “Lucinda , you are right. I am surprise you admitted to the affair without further pro d ding . ”
    “You probably think our relationship could have contributed to Jared’s death.”
    “It is my job to look at all angles when tr y ing to crack a case.”
    “I can assure you that my husband never knew I was cheating on him.”
    “You appear to have know n that I was going to ask i f you had an affair with Jared. How would you have known ?”
    “ Zeke Mathews told you about our extr a marital relationship. He called to give me a heads up so I would not be taken by surprise by your questioning.”
    “I understand Zeke was just being a good steward. What was your alibi on the day Jared disappeared ?”
    “I was home the w hole day . I wasn’t feeling well. David was home sick too. We were under the weather. We were experiencing flu like symptoms.”
    “Thank s for the information.”
    Sarah had been approached by Mrs. Titanimum to be a n inspirational speaker at a women’s entrepreneurial empowerment co n ference to be held at the retreat . She accepted the offer without hesitation.
    The day of the conference, Sarah took to the stage . She received a warm applause. Hecklers dampened her well intentions about halfway through her speech. A middle age woman shouted, “You ’ re a lying bribe ry suspect .”
    An older woman interjected, “Tell us the truth of how you made your wealth.” Others chimed in with similar remarks booing h er throughout the remainder of the speech.
    She tried to look undaunted.
    After the event , M rs. Titanimum attempted to apologize for those not approv ing of her speaking. Sarah said, “I’m fine. I believe the majority of the wom en actual heard my me s sage. There will always be people who will try to bring you down .”
    “You are right Sarah. I can’t help but a d mire your strength . ”
    That night there was a steady k nock ing on t he door and ringing of the doorbell at Luci n da’s house. She heard Vincent ’s voice calling her name. Opening the door , she asked, “What ’s wrong Vince? Are you Okay?”
    “I’m fine.”
    “How did you now that David was not home ? I don’t like you showing up here.”
    “You are right. But I had to see you.”
    “You have got to control you r self. I wouldn’t expect an attorney to pulling such a juvenile stunt. You can come in for a moment. I’m going to get a sweater . M aybe we can meet at the coffee shop down the street.”
    “That’s a great idea. I still remember the first time we met there. ”
    “Don’t flatter yourself. I’ll be right back.”
    When they arrived at the coffee shop , they took a seat at the table where she once cha s tened him for unwelcomed overtures. After ordering their drinks they talked late into night. They did not leave until it was time for the coffee shop to close.
    After returning home , Lucinda got ready for bed. She did not a wake n until she felt David pulling back the covers . She said, “Good Morning.”
    “Good morning l ove. I hope you slept well.”
    “Yes Dear, I was professing my love to you in a dream. I’m truly blessed to have you. ”
    “You always find the sweetest romantic things to say.”
    Lucinda blush ed .              

 
     
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    In a few weeks, Sarah would have to testify in the upcoming bribery case. T he Prosecution surmised she was the mastermind that brought Businessman Harry Brisband and Councilman Johnny Davis together to transact the alleged illicit deal. Though Sarah usually seemed unfazed when confronted with pro b lems, the approaching trial was really starting to make her feel uneasy. She had every right to feel that way because she was guilty. Mentally she frequently revisited the night that she took the payoff money from Brisband. The total in the briefcase he handed over in a hotel room was a cool two million dollars.