Chapter 7
Invictus did a swerved reverse and parked his bright blue MPV (multi-purpose vehicle, usually a big 7-seater car) into the parking lot. He has changed from his office clothes to dark blue jeans, a clean white t-shirt and a grey hooded jacket. He pressed the button of the lift and went up to Oasis restaurant.
Joette was wearing a brightly coloured halter dress, hair done up in a neat French braid and her eyes are in the shape of emerald stars. She was already seated at one of the window seat in the restaurant when Invictus walked in. She waved her arms frantically when she spotted him.
“Vic! How long has it been since we last met? I missed you and you can’t imagine how much!” Joette squealed as she rushed to give Invictus a hug as he approached.
Invictus could only roll his eyes and gave Joette a gentle pat on the back.
Towards dessert, Joette complained that she doesn’t wish to go back that early and get an earful from her parents.
Joette: Why not let’s go to a pub somewhere? I believe I look old enough to get in. After all, I have managed to sneak in countless times overseas.
Invictus: Your parents should hear this. Well, if you insist, we shall call Ing along. It has been some time since I last met him. It’ll be good for the three of us to catch up.
Joette: You could see him any time. I can see him once I go home…
Invictus just picked up his handphone and started to dial for Ing.
Invictus: Ing! Vic here. Your sister is a hassle, come rescue me! Beach Bar. Fifteen minutes.
Ing: Alright.
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In half an hour, the three were sitting in front of the bar-tender, sipping their drinks and engaged in talk.
Invictus: Ing, it must have been like 2 weeks since you came back? And you haven’t bothered to ask me out.
Joette: Yeah! And you didn’t tell me you intended to come back during summer break. I had to take the nasty plane ride alone!
Ing: Sorry, I was aware that you had an exam Joette. I knew you would do something crazy if I was to tell you that I will come back first. I have been busy with work since I came back. I’m working at dad’s place.
Invictus: And you jolly well didn’t inform me. I am working at that building now. We could have gone for lunch together.
Ing: I’m sorry for that. I meant to ask you out this weekend. Anyway, I wasn’t at all aware that you are working in the same building. What are you doing anyway?
Invictus: You know my aspiration of becoming a lawyer, like my dad. Just that I didn’t want to work for my dad. All that curry-flavouring is all unhealthy. What about you? If you’re working for uncle Yue, it means that the whole company will be worshipping you too.
Ing: That’s why I requested dad not to leak out my identity.
Joette: What’s up with you two? What’s wrong with people trying to please you since you are the boss’ kid?
Ing, Invictus: You won’t know!
Ing: You won’t learn much, for one.
Invictus: You won’t see the real ugly side with all that sucking up.
Joette: Whatever! I don’t even understand why you two have to work during your breaks! You’re going to work for the next 30 years of your life after graduation! I’d rather bum around. Let’s play pool!
They left Beach Bar and went to their cars. Ing has droved one of his family cars out.
Invictus: Well, I took my MPV out thinking that you’ll have lots of luggage. I guess now Ing will transfer all of your luggage to his car.
Joette simply grinned and sat at the passenger seat of Ing’s car. “Alright. Bye Vic! See you soon! Ing, let’s go. I need your help with all those luggage. We mustn’t let mum and dad know that I am back home till tomorrow morning!”
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A/N: Hey! It’s me again! I had more inspiration today so here comes my second entry for the day. Yet again, I must advise all Joette fans not to try sneaking into pubs and get yourselves drunk. Also, if you drink, don’t drive! Take public transport home! I know I must have been neglating Tsan for quite a few chapters already. I promise I will let you "meet" her again soon! Read on!
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Saturday, March 24, 2007
I&T: Chapter 6
Chapter 6
Nearing knock off time, Invictus was sorting a pile of documents and arranging them into different coloured folders. It was a tiring day with lots of documents to prepare but he had finished them before knock off time and decided to have a good rest and an even better weekend ahead.
As he was about to leave the office, his phone rang.
Invictus: Yeah?
Joette: Vic? Surprise! Joette here! You must have already known that I am back! I sent you a text as soon as the plan touched down!
Invictus: OK.
Joette: Is that all you have to say? 'Ok' Is not enough! I don’t plan to go home yet. I’ll grab a cab down to Oasis restaurant. Your treat!
Invictus: Alright. I guess you need a car for all your luggage. I’ll make my way home from work, grab a car and see you there.
Joette: Drive your red Ferrari.
Invictus: That’s not for you to decide. And I want a souvenir from you. Bye.
Without waiting for anymore of Joette’s endearments, Invictus ended the call. Following that, he dialed a number.
Invictus: Are you in the vicinity? Can you give me a lift home?
Jayde: Yes darling! I’m just about to leave my club. Fifteen minutes ok?
Invictus: Which car did you take out today?
Jayde: Red Ferrari. See you in the lobby in like fifteen!
Invictus: Make it five at the bus stop.
Jayde: Be fair! You can’t…
Call ends.
Ten minutes later. Invictus jumped into a red Ferrari driven by a woman with short, rust coloured hair and bright red nails, wearing a pair of expensive looking sunglasses. “Hi mum, you’re five minutes late.” Invictus said.
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Tsan has left the office five minutes ago. While waiting for his desk phone to ring, Ing picked up his cell phone and dialed Joette’s number.
Joette: Hello? Ing is that you?
Ing: Yeah. Hi. I didn’t expect you will come back so quickly. Has the summer break even started?
Joette: No. I applied to come home right after my exams. But anyway, vacation is going to start soon and there won’t be any important lessons.
Ing: I think Dad won’t be too please to hear that.
Joette: So you have to stand by me.
Ing: So, are you coming home for dinner in a while?
Joette: I am having dinner with Invictus. I guess I will just sneak back to my bedroom later at night and surprise them tomorrow at breakfast. Keep it from them for me ok?
Ing: Alright. If you need me to pick you, just call ok?
Joette: Yes, my protective older brother! Bye!
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A/N: Hello! My dear readers! Wow. Making myself sound like a big shot writer now. Just joking. Well, so now we all know that Jayde (depends on how you like to pronounce: Jay-dee or Jade) is Invictus’ mum. So far she is my favourite character and I find her really cool! Don’t blame me for being biased! Haha. Probably Invictus got his ‘cool’ character from his mum. Anyway, please don’t learn from Joette! You shouldn’t be skipping lessons just because exams have ended! Keep reading and reviewing!
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Nearing knock off time, Invictus was sorting a pile of documents and arranging them into different coloured folders. It was a tiring day with lots of documents to prepare but he had finished them before knock off time and decided to have a good rest and an even better weekend ahead.
As he was about to leave the office, his phone rang.
Invictus: Yeah?
Joette: Vic? Surprise! Joette here! You must have already known that I am back! I sent you a text as soon as the plan touched down!
Invictus: OK.
Joette: Is that all you have to say? 'Ok' Is not enough! I don’t plan to go home yet. I’ll grab a cab down to Oasis restaurant. Your treat!
Invictus: Alright. I guess you need a car for all your luggage. I’ll make my way home from work, grab a car and see you there.
Joette: Drive your red Ferrari.
Invictus: That’s not for you to decide. And I want a souvenir from you. Bye.
Without waiting for anymore of Joette’s endearments, Invictus ended the call. Following that, he dialed a number.
Invictus: Are you in the vicinity? Can you give me a lift home?
Jayde: Yes darling! I’m just about to leave my club. Fifteen minutes ok?
Invictus: Which car did you take out today?
Jayde: Red Ferrari. See you in the lobby in like fifteen!
Invictus: Make it five at the bus stop.
Jayde: Be fair! You can’t…
Call ends.
Ten minutes later. Invictus jumped into a red Ferrari driven by a woman with short, rust coloured hair and bright red nails, wearing a pair of expensive looking sunglasses. “Hi mum, you’re five minutes late.” Invictus said.
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Tsan has left the office five minutes ago. While waiting for his desk phone to ring, Ing picked up his cell phone and dialed Joette’s number.
Joette: Hello? Ing is that you?
Ing: Yeah. Hi. I didn’t expect you will come back so quickly. Has the summer break even started?
Joette: No. I applied to come home right after my exams. But anyway, vacation is going to start soon and there won’t be any important lessons.
Ing: I think Dad won’t be too please to hear that.
Joette: So you have to stand by me.
Ing: So, are you coming home for dinner in a while?
Joette: I am having dinner with Invictus. I guess I will just sneak back to my bedroom later at night and surprise them tomorrow at breakfast. Keep it from them for me ok?
Ing: Alright. If you need me to pick you, just call ok?
Joette: Yes, my protective older brother! Bye!
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A/N: Hello! My dear readers! Wow. Making myself sound like a big shot writer now. Just joking. Well, so now we all know that Jayde (depends on how you like to pronounce: Jay-dee or Jade) is Invictus’ mum. So far she is my favourite character and I find her really cool! Don’t blame me for being biased! Haha. Probably Invictus got his ‘cool’ character from his mum. Anyway, please don’t learn from Joette! You shouldn’t be skipping lessons just because exams have ended! Keep reading and reviewing!
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