Keifer's POV
"Goodbye, Singapore, goodbye." Honey said while waving her hand as if someone was waving back at her.
"Who are you waving at?" Keigan asked her.
"No one. Just practicing." She answered.
She continued walking towards the private plane. She was the only one we were waiting for.
"Why did we bring her along again?" Keigan asked me.
"We didn't bring her. She tagged along on her own."
We both shook our heads. She did nothing but roam around and stare at her phone.
Upon boarding the private plane, all I could hear was the sound of a camera clicking. Honey was taking selfies from different angles.
I need a drink.
As soon as I sat down, Keigan handed me some papers. I let out a sigh. I can't believe I have to do this. What's worse is that the board members want a report from my trip. I have to explain why we should consider this company's proposal.
"This is tiring!" I shouted before putting the papers down.
"You can rest in the next country." Keigan said as he picked up the papers I almost threw away.
"Where's the next country?" Honey asked.
She was acting like a tourist. Now she decides to go sightseeing when she had all the time before? Is she even studying? After attending three semesters in college, she decided to stop. She said she was too smart for her chosen profession.
"Home." Keigan answered shortly. "We're visiting three companies—."
"Make it four."
Both of them fell silent.
"Are you planning to add that company?" Honey asked.
"I personally sent them an email to let them know." I said while looking outside the window.
No one spoke after that. They both sat down and fastened their seatbelts. I did the same before closing my eyes to sleep.
Maybe I should pay my Jay-jay a visit. I miss her so much that I'm ready to move the whole Philippines beside London. Or maybe move the whole London beside the Philippines.
Whichever it is. As long as I can move our country.
I didn't know how long the flight was, but I woke up when Honey suddenly screamed.
"You annoying man!" she said and stood up.
I frowned when I realized we had already landed. I looked for Keigan, who was reading something on his laptop.
"What time is it?" I asked while removing my seatbelt. "You should've woken me up."
"You were sleeping so peacefully. I didn't want to interrupt your rest." He answered without looking at me.
I turned to Honey as she opened the door and hurriedly got off the plane. She was holding her phone in one hand and her expensive bag in the other.
"Here." Keigan said, handing me his laptop. "All the data and information about Fer Corp that you'll need."
I raised an eyebrow, but he just smiled at me.
"Obviously, I can't stop you. So, I might as well help you."
For some reason, I felt relieved by his decision. I don't want to argue with him anymore, especially now that I know his situation.
I will talk to his doctor soon after these meetings.
"Thank you." I said, and he nodded before going back to his seat.
I focused on his laptop and read all the data about Fer Corp. I had already done a background check before, but the data he found was more useful.
I spent nearly half an hour reading before returning his laptop. Then, I went straight to the restroom to freshen up and change my clothes. After getting ready, I looked at myself in the mirror.
I want to look presentable when I see Jay-jay. I also need to control myself. I might kiss her the moment I see her.
I bit my lips while thinking about her.
I walked out as soon as I finished fixing my tie. Keigan was waiting for me while checking his wristwatch.
"Let's go." I said, and he nodded.
We got off the plane one after the other. A service vehicle was already waiting for us. As soon as we got in, Keigan started asking about the previous companies we visited. We had a brief conversation about it.
I feel amazed hearing my brother's opinions. He's really smart. If he were the eldest, he probably wouldn't have had any problems with all of this.
"You're not listening." He said, snapping me back to reality.
"I am."
"Then what did I say?"
"You're not listening." I answered, and he chuckled.
He helped me analyze Fer Corp's statistics. That's how we spent the entire ride until we reached our destination.
Here we go.
Someone opened the car door for us. I stepped out, followed by Keigan. As we entered the building, the employees were lined up to welcome us. And, of course, Angelo was there.
"Welcome to Fernandez Corporation, Mr. Watson." He said and offered his hand.
I smirked before accepting his hand for a handshake. "What's with the formality? Mr. Fernandez."
He gripped my hand tightly—I almost whimpered in pain. But if he's good at hiding his emotions, so am I. If he doesn't remember, I'm a product of his evil guidance.
"You look pale. Don't you want to rest for a while?" he asked, still gripping my hand.
"No. But I would prefer if you could give me some medicine." I also gripped his hand.
He smiled at me. "Sure."
"Thank you. I would like to have a Jasper Jean. I know you have one for me." I said and smiled.
His smile faded, and he gripped my hand even tighter.
"Yes, I have a Jasper Jean, but it's not meant for you." He let go of my hand before taking a deep breath.
He turned to his secretary and whispered something. I subtly touched my hand. Good thing I had the cast removed before traveling. I know he'll hit my arm the moment he gets the chance.
"Would you like to have a tour?" he asked me after talking to his secretary.
"I would like to talk to you. In private." I said in a serious tone.
He signaled his employees, and they all scattered. Some got inside the elevator, probably heading back to their stations, while others remained in the lobby.
He motioned for me to follow him. I did, along with Keigan and his secretary. We entered the open elevator, and his secretary pressed the button for the top floor.
"Sir, the conference room is ready to use now."
Angelo glanced at my brother. "Follow my secretary; he will take you to the conference room."
Keigan looked at me for permission. I gave him a short nod as an answer. The elevator doors opened, and we all stepped out—Keigan and Angelo's secretary heading in one direction, while we went the opposite way.
We walked straight to his office, stopping a few steps away from his executive desk.
"Have you caught the kidnapper?" I asked.
He shook his head. "No. But Yuri already sent someone for an investigation."
"Why didn't you send someone? Yuri's men are too slow."
"Because this is his fight! I can't interfere because this is between their clans!"
"What do you expect me to do then? Wait until someone kidnaps my girl again?"
His forehead creased. "Jay-jay is not your girl. Stop giving her a label."
"Coming from the person who labeled his girl as 'best friend.'" I mocked him, but he clearly wasn't buying it.
His serious expression was intimidating, but his eyes were full of sorrow.
"Ion is in good condition. She's planning to travel abroad before continuing her residency." He looked like he wanted to ask something, so I answered before he could.
He gave a short nod before walking toward his desk. He picked up a black velvet box sitting on top of it. It was quite large and had a gold-printed logo of the group.
"This is from the group. Your birthday gift."
He said and handed it to me.
I accepted it and slowly opened the box. It was a gun—but not just any gun. My initials were engraved on it.
"W-what's with the gun?"
"That was supposed to be your welcome gift to the group, but Schnee was so impressed with your ability that he wanted me to give it to you early."
I shook my head before smirking. I closed the box and handed it back to Angelo. "I prefer accepting it when I'm an official member of the group."
He took it and placed it on the coffee table beside him.
"Are you sure? You might need it for your next task."
"What would that be?"
"Ryosuke Sato is a big pain in our ass. Get rid of him."
I stopped, trying to understand the words he just said.
He wants me to get rid of Sato.
"I thought you weren't allowed to interfere." He raised a brow. "And you want me to kill him?"
"Then kill him silently or get rid of him when he's alone so no one will know."
"Why me? Why don't you do it?"
"I already have problems with the Hanamitchis. If I get involved in their mess, it will only get worse." He raised a brow at me. "Are you complaining? I warned you from the start."
I took a deep breath. "No. It's just—"
"Don't you dare complain, Keifer! You signed up for this! You're risking Jay-jay's life here—double time!"
"I am not complaining! Give me time, and it will be done."
He stepped closer and pointed a finger at me. "Make sure it will." He walked past me and left the office.
I remained standing there. I can't believe I have to kill someone. This is against my will—but if Jay-jay's life is at risk, I am more than willing to get rid of those who dare to hurt her.
I decided to follow Angelo. I saw his secretary waiting for me.
"Sir, they're in the conference room waiting for you." She said before walking ahead of me.
I followed her until we reached the conference room. They had me sit at the end of the table—right beside the Devil himself. I briefly spoke with the board members and major stakeholders of the company.
There were fewer of them than I expected. The managers began presenting the company's stats, future plans, and what I would gain by investing in their projects.
The discussion lasted for over three hours. We ended it with me informing them of my interest in the company. Everyone in the room thanked me, shook hands, and let us leave.
We were already in the elevator when I noticed Keigan texting someone.
"Who's that?" I asked without looking at his phone.
"Honey. She's downstairs."
I shook my head. She's always disappearing. Even last night, she was missing. She said she had a date, but she came back looking disappointed. Seems like someone didn't show up.
When we reached the ground floor, some of the other board members immediately approached me. I wasn't sure what exactly they wanted. I was in the middle of the conversation when I suddenly heard someone yell.
From the most expected person I knew.
"F* YOU, KEIFER!!"
Tss… Profanity.
Almost everyone turned to her at the same time. I watched as she turned away and jumped to the other side of the couch.
"I'm so sorry, Mr. Watson—"
I cut him off by starting to walk. I planned to go to her later, but it looks like our meeting is happening sooner than expected.
"Who was that?"
"Please, someone call security."
"Kids these days…"
"What a filthy mouth."
I heard them murmuring as I walked toward her.
"Where is she?" I asked when I saw a few employees standing near the couch.
"She disappeared, sir." One of them said.
Another employee stepped in front of me. "I'm sorry, Mr. Watson. Please believe me, she is not one of our employees."
I gently moved him aside, searching for Jay-jay. I badly want to see her, but these people are blocking me.
Just please show up.
"It doesn't matter. This won't affect your business proposal. I just don't like hearing inappropriate words. Maybe I'll make her pay for that profanity."
I looked at an area when I noticed the movement of a shadow. I was about to approach her
But suddenly, Keigan came up to me and showed me his phone.
A message from Clyde saying that the Oldest was rushed to the hospital and we need to come back as soon as possible.
"Kuya! We have to leave. We'll be late for the flight." He sounded worried.
"Okay." I said and turned, but I left a message that she would surely hear.
"Maybe next time, Jay-jay."