Way Of Me
The Part 18

I walked out of the building for a moment to calm down. Standing on the balcony above while breathing a lot of air. I calmed myself down, after the terrible thing that happened to me earlier.

A stupid and ugly servant like you could work with was lucky

Still ringing in my ear the words of the man who humbled me.

Oh my... Am I that low ?

I took a deep breath and slowly let it out. Just as I turned around, I found Mr. Rick already standing in front of me.

" sir... " I greet my father-in-law who seems to be watching me.

" There's something I want to talk to you about. It's about Zoey "he said.

I could only nod while guessing what she was talking about.

Mr. Rick asked me to walk inside but was still on the balcony.

" Do you know if Zoey gets an award ? " ask Mr. Rick while looking at Zoey who is talking with other guests.

" I already know, Master "I replied with a proud smile. Proud of the achievements of my wife.

" You know, Dave. With the ability possessed by Zoey, I am sure he will become a successful businessman "he said again.

" I believe that, Mr. "said me while looking down at Zoey who is downstairs. He looks so good laughing.

" David... With the ability possessed by Zoey, I'm sure his name will shine even more.

And again I agreed. Zoey does have a good aura that is very radiated. Not only beautiful, but Zoey is also smart. Her carrying is gentle but also firm. Of course with all the advantages he has, he will be a very successful person.

" But Dave, do you know. In the business world, it is not only the ability that is seen. Besides ability, you also have to have power. What I'm seeing right now, Jackson with his powers can protect Zoey "

Deg !

My heart stopped for a moment. I shook my head, trying to digest all the words my father-in-law had said.

What does he mean ?

" You mean, how about Mr ? " i asked to clarify my curiosity.

" Let me explain "said Jackson who was suddenly among us.

" Dave, do you know how ruthless competition is in business ? If there is no power to protect you, do you think you will succeed easily ? Zoey is smart and talented but without my help, I'm sure her achievements could not be what they are today" Jackson said.

" You think, if Zoey and you handle the company, will the company rise quickly ? " ask Jackson.

I don't know what the question means, which I'm sure I feel like he's bragging about it.

" I believe in Zoey's ability "I answered back to glance downstairs, where I could see that my wife was still with some of her colleagues.

" Dave, what Jack said was true. With Zoey's abilities and Jackson's power, everything is well under control. Even companies can get back up and make a profit" said Mr. Rick as if he implies that Zoey and Jackson are a very compatible couple and can bring the company to be big and forward.

" Dave, wouldn't it look bad if people took Zoey for granted for having a husband like you ? Of course you don't want Zoey to be a prankster just for having a husband like you. Let alone protecting him, to protect yourself you can't do it " Jackson said as insinuating to me.

" So you think I'd only embarrass Zoey if she admitted me as her partner ? " i asked to hold back the emotions that were lodged in my chest.

" I'm not saying that, but I'm grateful you're aware of it "Jackson replied without feeling the slightest guilt of his words.

My hands were clenched, but I tried to calm down.

" I'm sorry dear Mr. Jackson, but I don't think Zoey would be ashamed. Don't you understand even Zoey was gonna say that I was... "

" His husband ? " cut Jackson and smile.

" If I hadn't diverted the conversation earlier, do you think they would have believed it ? Zoey a beautiful and classy woman can marry a man like you. Other than having nothing, even now you can only hide behind your mask" Jackson said, again making me feel small.

" Of course people would gossip about Zoey if they found out who you really are. You don't remember what Mr Karl said ? She is one of the people who feels rivaled by Zoey. If I hadn't helped Zoey earlier did you think she'd let you off easily ? Even he would have humiliated Zoey had I not come and protected her ", Jackson added.

Jackson then walked over to me and patted me on the shoulder.

" If you know yourself, you'd better not trouble him and embarrass him "whispered Jackson then leave me with Mr. Rick.

Mr. Rick looked at me with a look that I don't know what he looked at me.

" Dave, I know you love my daughter so much. And I also know that Zoey loves you very much. You'd want to see him succeed as I do. And I'm sure you'll do whatever it takes to make Zoey happy" said Mr. Rick as he stared at Zoey.

He then breathed, then looked at me.

" I'm sorry Dave, this might sound cruel after all you did for him. But can you leave my daughter ? " the door.

I flinched, not expecting that sentence to come out of my father-in-law's lips.

" Where might I leave, Zoey. Even if I leave it, it is only if I no longer exist in the world of "my mouth.

Although I have nothing, I must defend what is mine.

I saw that he adjusted his breathing, before continuing his speech.

" I knew you'd say that" said Mr. Rick with a faint smile.

" Dave, what a father is worried about is his daughter's life. For me Zoey was everything, when she left me everything was ruined. That's why I accepted you after Zoey defended you so much. I can also see how much you both feel. Moreover, the sacrifice you have made for my daughter to sacrifice yourself. Really I can't reply to him with anything "Sir Rick explained and paused his sentence.

" But seeing what happened earlier, I felt pain as Zoey defended the disdained you. I believe her feelings are much more painful than mine, seeing her beloved husband and being humbled and unable to do anything but accept. Dave, Zoey won't be able to protect you forever. And can you protect Zoey the way Jackson protected her ? " said Mr. Rick again who immediately made Dave hit.

" Dave, if you really love Zoey. If you want the best for Zoey, please leave Zoey ! " please Mr. Rick.

And his words were successful in making me shaken.