Chapter 26: Chapter 26

Carl Reagan swerved the papers in his hands with eyes lingering on the door as Alvin stepped in then took a seat in front of him meeting his judgemental eyes and sighed.

" What's the meaning of this? He threw the papers to his face as Alvin looked at the newspaper of his auctioned ports slash Kate's rebellious allegations.

" Is she responsible? Alvin raised his brows then leaned back on the chair.

As the CEO of numerous properties, he answered no one including his father.

' no, David is. He's taking advantage of her grief. She's not to blame" Carl stood up angrily turning his laptop to him.

" My ports are on auction Alvin. Deal with your crazy wife. Is this what I get for passing my legacy to you? Bankruptcy? Alvin looked up at him from above not bothered by his outrage.

" Pray Quinn grows fast so that I can hand your companies to him while I focus on my industries. Seriously, Dad, I was doing you a favor by taking responsibility. I think you want them back" he simply replied as Carl glared at him but took his seat seething with anger.

" What's going on? What's wrong with you?

" The Wilsons are. They won't let me take pleasure in my marriage. I don't understand why he's out to get me. I know we basically engage in the same business but that's it. There's bound to be competition in business. And to think he dragged Kate into it isn't nice"

" David is just jealous of your high IQ and EQ in business and to think all he does is attract golddiggers and fraudsters to himself which leads to bankruptcy" Alvin's eyes narrowed wondering what he was talking about.

" The Wilson was going bankrupt before the competition?

" Yes, son. It explains his tactics but why is Kate helping him? She's supposed to be your wife or have you finally granted her the divorce?

" No, Dad. He's playing dirty. He made me hurt her knowing how much I despise whores and golddiggers. It's my fault. Give me time to go fix this. I'll get to her eventually" Carl Reagan scrutinized him then hummed.

" It's okay. How is my grandson? Have you told Kate about him? Alvin's face fell averting his gaze elsewhere.

" I can't put her through that. It's better if she believes he's dead. I've done enough" he muttered running a hand through his hair.

" She's your wife and Quinn deserves to know. Let him make that choice"

" When he gets older Dad. Not now" he stated standing up to take his leave.

" Cynthia is waiting for you remember" Alvin scoffed wondering whose side he was but curt nod nevertheless.

Quinn stared at Kate's photo searching the internet for an answer yet her name didn't resurface.

He grew anxious trying it again yet got nothing then heard the door creaked as he hurriedly dropped it while Lisa stepped in.

He heaved a sigh of relief picking the photo up.

" Do you know who she is? Lisa's eyes darted to the photo in his hands and twitched her mouth sitting beside him then took a proper look at her.

She hasn't seen her for years now.

" She's beautiful. I wish I knew. Tell me where did you find it? She asked certain Alvin confiscated all her belongings in the former house.

" I saw her with dad. He held her like he was familiar with her and the lady looked at him with so much loathing but Dad didn't let her go. I think he loves her. Could she be my mother? Was dad begging her to come back? Or did she hate me that much? He asked confused as Lisa hugged him then sighed wishing she could tell him the truth.

About Kate's undying love for him.

" I never knew her. Your Dad brought you home alone. We don't know her and if you think she's the one, don't you think it's proper to hear her side of the story? She suggested patting his shoulder.

" Will dad like it? He warned me about her. I don't want to make Dad upset' he scrunched his face while Lisa chuckled ruffling his hair.

" What a good boy. Your father loves you the most in the world nothing will ever change that not even some silly move to find your mother" she advised hoping he finds a way to meet Kate.

She could only imagine what she has been through for grieving a living son. Nothing hurt more than that.

" What if she doesn't want me? What if I was born by a surrogate mother? What if dad is trying to protect me? He asked as she chuckled brushing his shiny black hair back.

" It's better to know that assumption. I don't know what happened, you don't and your dad doesn't want to share the information. Aren't you curious? She asked looking at the photo of Kate certain she was in town.

' but I don't know her name" he blurted his worries out as Lisa facepalm herself realizing she was speaking with a four years old boy.

" And that's a big problem then forget about it. I'm sure your mom will come for you someday. Just look at those dimples and cute faces. Who would reject such a cutie as hers? She cajoled cupping his cheeks while he smiled.

" I'll keep trying. I know what to do. I'll find her"

" That's the spirit. Dinner is ready. You don't want to keep grandpa waiting, do you? His eyes lit up as he dashed out of the house to meet Carl Reagan while Lisa picked the photo stuffing it in his bag carefully after the last look at it and sighed.

She really has changed.

Flowers were becoming a daily thing as Kate found a bouquet on her doorstep and frowned dumping it in the trash can for the umpteenth time.

"Typical David" she huffed attempting to lock the door when someone grabbed it preventing it from closing.

' what the hell? She sassed glaring daggers at him, not after the stunts he pulled the last time he was there.

" I come in peace Kate. May I? She huffed crossing her Hands beneath her boobs preventing him from entering her room.

' hell no. What do you want?

' I'm sorry about the other night. I lost it. Please? He pleaded handing her another bouquet which she dumped in the bin too.

" What was that all about David? I don't recall being in a relationship with you and why the hell will I sleep with that bastard? His face fell realizing Naomi had lied to him.

" I'm sorry Kate. It won't happen again believe me. I don't know what got into me' Kate narrowed her eyes at him in disdain certain he was bipolar.

" You have issues like Alvin. I can't deal with it a second time" she bellowed tending to shut the door but he wouldn't let go.

" I said I'm sorry goddamn it. I was just upset'

" Well, so am I" she snapped

" Do you want me to swear?

" I don't want your fake promises. I'm not your woman David. Keep that in mind. Now get out of my property" she barked as he sighed deciding to leave.

" I'm truly sorry. From the bottom of my heart", she huffed

" I'm sure you are" she stated slamming the door on his face while he shrugged certain she will forgive him.