Way Of Me
The Part 22

Jackson and Mr. Rick look at each other when they see me driving Zoey down. Maybe they think if my relationship with Zoey lately deteriorated and it would end in separation.

Just let them think like that, what matters is that my relationship and Zoey are fine. Let's just say what happened was a rock that stuck in the journey of our lives both. I know that nothing always goes well.

The conclusion is what happened recently, because I misinterpreted my wishes. I feel too inferior when I am very afraid to lose Zoey. And Zoey wanted to make me realize that my feelings were wrong to stay away from me.

But now all these misunderstandings are clear. And I hope there will be no more misunderstandings between me and Zoey.

" Are you ready ? " ask Mr. Rick to Zoey.

" Yes" Zoey replied briefly.

" Put your suitcase in the trunk ! " let's tell Mr. Rick.

I took Zoey's suitcase to the trunk that Jackson had opened. There's only one suitcase in there.

" Who, which daddy's suitcase ? " ask Zoey who also saw the contents of the trunk of the car.

He was surprised when he saw there was only one suitcase there and he was sure if it was not the suitcase belonging to the father.

" Ah that, sorry Zoey. Looks like daddy has to go after. There is something that must be daddy lalukan first here " replied Mr. Rick.

" Daddy didn't lie to me, did he ? " look at Zoey while looking at Mr. Rick.

" No, daddy didn't lie. There's something daddy has to do first. The day after tomorrow daddy will catch up with you " replied Mr. Rick.

Zoey rounded her eyes. He did not expect that he would only go alone with Jackson.

" Why, is that a problem for you ? " ask Mr. Rick.

Zoey shakes.

" I hope daddy is really no other business here" replied Zoey staring suspiciously at the father.

" What do you mean, son ? " wonder Mr. Rick.

" I hope it's not daddy's wits to get me closer to Jackson" Zoey replied with a sharp look.

" Where could daddy do that. You still have a husband after all. Another story, if you are still single "said Mr. Rick relaxed.

" Have it been Zoey baby, you'll have to leave immediately" I said trying to divert their conversation.

Zoey looked at me with a sweet smile.

" Okay, then I'll go first. You're fine at home. Wait for me to come back, I'll tell you something very special" Zoey whispered in my ear. After that, he kissed both of my cheeks and lastly gave a warm kiss on my lips.

" I love you "he said again affirming his feelings for me.

" I love you to "get back and kiss her on the forehead.

Jackson has opened the back door of his car for Zoey and Zoey immediately entered it.

" I left Zoey with you there "I told Jackson.

" Unless you tell me, I will definitely keep him "said Jackson with his bow. He then got into the car.

" ye, hubby... See you soon" said Zoey as she waved her hand from behind the window of an unclosed car

I returned the wave of his hand until finally the car drove away from home.

" Are you happy now ? " ask Mr. Rick who is standing next to me.

" Of course, I'm very happy "my answer must be.

" Good then. But, are you sure Zoey will be happy with you ? " ask again.

" You mean ? " i asked back.

" Dave, do you know if Zoey's departure this time was her last departure as company leader ? "

I scrunched my forehead.

Last departure as company leader ?

What exactly happened ?

" It seems Zoey hasn't told you this "guess Mr. Rick when I see the attitude I'm giving.

Mr. Rick set his breath before continuing his words.

" Zoey has decided not to take any more part in our company. Therefore, lately, Zoey has done a lot of work because she chose to quit. After he successfully advanced the company, he finally returned his authority to me again. He chose to live with you. He was willing to lose his career just to be able to live with you without any burden ", said Mr. Rick.

" So, Zoey's gonna quit the company ? " many of you don't believe.

" Yes, and he did it because of you. He would rather live a simple life with you and leave what he should have. You should be proud, because Zoey is willing to do anything for you when not necessarily you will do the same for him "the words Mr. Rick impressed praise and then dropped me.

" I would do the same for him. As long as he can live happily, I will do anything for him "I said.

" really ? But I seem to doubt your words "deny Mr. Rick smiling wryly.

" You need not hesitate, even if I have to give up my life for Zoey to be happy, I am willing "my answer reaffirms.

" If you really mean what you say. Are you willing to leave Zoey ? "

Degs...

I never thought Mr. Rick would come back to ask me to leave Zoey. I think he's changed his mind.

I clenched my hand next to my pants.

Where might I leave Zoey. He is everything to me and I also know how big he feels to me.

" I know you might think I'm selfish. But please think about this first, Dave. One day you'll understand why I'm doing this. Just so you know, the business world is cruel. If there is no power to protect you, then do not expect you to advance easily. You think all this time, Zoey can achieve achievements just because of her ability ? No, it's also because there's a back up of Jackson " added Mr. Rick.

Then he left me alone. Leaving me with a very heavy choice to choose from.

Zoey... What should I do ?

I can't live without you, but I can't be unfair to you either. I know you're so talented and accomplished.

How could I possibly ask you to leave everything that should be yours only to be with me.

A Dave who is not a good note is just a poor man who can no longer even show his face and must continue to hide behind a mask ?

Can we fight together ? Are you willing to live with me ? Continue to live within the limitations and simplicity I have...