The Billionaire Ascendancy

Chapter 1

You're not qualified enough to be one of our workers. Maybe you should take your leave".

"Please can you show me your school certificate? To know if truly you're qualified for this job because you look so much like illiterate", I'm sure you must have a school certificate, please let us take a look at it before proceeding into the next step".

"Is this not that useless Stefan that got married to Raven two days ago? I heard it was a forced marriage.***

Walking slowly in this busy road where vehicles and people move around to their daily basic of life, a thought came into my mind as I hissed . Those negative words of theirs kept repeating into my ears as I sighed deeply, trying to shake off such thoughts that might likely spoil my mood today.

What Can I say? My life crumbled down after the very death of my parents. Back then I could barely cater for myself before Alexander Black came to rescue me from poverty. He adopted me and made me marry his granddaughter (Raven) who was about to fall victim into marrying an old Man that can die at any moment because of his wealth.

Apart from the fact that I was impoverished Alexander Black saw me as the perfect man for his granddaughter who couldn't resist me since she had no choice. So I got married to her two days ago and I've already been the talk of the town. Lots of people was present at the wedding, including the members of the Black family, their friends,guests and well wishes.. sadly they all seem to know my story. Of course Katherine, Alexander Black, wife introduce me to them.

The people who came to the wedding all make mockery of me after learning the truth from Katherine, who bad mouth me to them all because of the fact that she doesn't want me to marry her granddaughter. They all laughed at me knowing the fact that I was a destitute man who wasn't fit to become their grandson-in-law. It hurts really badly. Everything Hurts, which is the reason why I'm trying to prove to everyone that I can be useful and I can take good care of Raven.

If only I had the chance to Finish school before my parents death, it would have been better. I'm sure that I wouldn't have been Rejected by the three companies like that. I just feel so bad and wish my dream wouldn't have to be crushed down by the death of my parents.

I would have worked with the Black family but no! Likewise, I can't bring myself down and embarrass myself by working for them. It might even attract More mockery and insult to me.

Thinking about the Black family and the guests who came to the wedding two days ago and how they all make mockery of me , I swore to myself that I will never bring myself so low by going to their company in other to look for job. I know as a man, I need to prove everybody wrong and let them know that I can take care of Raven. I don't want to be a laughing stock forever. I just want to have this money so they can all respect me. I know it's hard, but I will surely get there and I know that one day Katherine will respect me and Raven will be submissive to me as her husband.

Life is really hard for destitute people because everybody sees you as nothing but a useless human being who doesn't deserve respect. But that's a lot different from the rich one. Everybody praises and adores the rich one out of greed even though they're unkind and wicked to them.

Not quite long,I came across another company and decided to give it a try. Who knows, maybe I might get accepted. But my suggestion and thought were all wrong the moment I approach the reception. The female receptionist look down at me from up and Down then stare at her colleagues as they let out a laugh. "What's the problem dear? You haven't even ask me why I'm here and you've already start laughing at yourself. Seriously? I bellowed at them the moment I couldn't take it. Is this how they behave here?

The moments she whispered to me what the problem was, I turned to walk away.

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They say a poor impoverished Guy like me isn't qualified to be one of their co_workers, and I must admit that's one of the worst reviews I have ever gotten. It was as if they were waiting for me to come all along.

I do wonder why nothing is working out for me. I'm just getting Rejected by everything including people who don't like me. Is this really how people see destitute people like me? They see us as a piece of trash who they need to get rid of. But it's really sad. Will I be able to cope with everything that just begun?

And just as I was coming downstairs from the staircase, I suddenly ran into someone. It was a face I couldn't forget, and I know that person to be Jerry who had tried seducing Raven two days ago at the wedding. He was the man Katherine wanted to be his grandson in-law. Instead of me that got nothing to offer.

I tried to pretend like I didn't see him, but he approached me and blocked my way when I finally came down from the stairs and I was heading to the door that lead to one existence.

"Where do you think you're going?" He roars at me in a deep deadly tone and I move away from him while he leans towards me.

"I probably knew that you would come begging for a job in my company which was the reason why I have told them to teach you a lesson". I was shocked by his words,and how heartless he could be.

No wonder! This explain the reason why they were behaving like they knew my identity the moment I approach them.So he's actually the manager of this company? Indeed,He's actually rich and powerful just like Katherine said to me. "What are you thinking about Stefan? Says something!!" His voice echoes through my ears, thereby bringing me back to reality.

"Listen to me Stefan; in this life, you don't curse or insult your helper because you may never know what tomorrow brings". He stated trying to show how smart he was in front of me whereas I knew that he's just talking in proudness.

But the only thing I could do was to be silent, just leaning myself against the wall as I watched how he babbles to me about being rich.

"I received some scolding from Alexander Black which has never happened before! He was Angry at me because of you!! What must I do to get you out of my sight because I'm willing to do anything. He slapped me as he spat those words at me.

But I dare not retreat back to him. I have no power to do such a thing. I could only look at him and utter nothing. Of course Alexander Black interrupted him the Moment he tried flirting with Raven in front of me. Especially that wedding day and I guess he's still holding grudges against me till now for what happened.

"Come Kick this beggar out of here". I heard him calling his security guards as they walked towards me and kicked me out just as he had commanded them.

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Chapter 2

I was woefully thrown out of the company by the security guards who had warned me never to come inside or ever think of stepping my foot there again. And I guess I have to obey his command and to his wish also.

Everything makes me frustrated and upset, especially with the fact that my parents used to say "I don't need to worry about my future". And right now I'm currently having a hard time because of their words. If only I knew a day like this will come when I will be on my own without their help

If only they would have let me work back then, then I believe I wouldn't be suffering this way. If only they could have given me the opportunity to work just like them instead of me sitting down waiting for them to provide for all my needs. And now I'm the one having a hard time.

I do believe this was the way my Life ought to be. It's my fate which I must accept and pass through whatever obstacles that may come my way as Life began. I gotta think of a way to survive poverty.

I passed by a café and suddenly caught a glimpse of someone who looked like Raven. Her gray hair actually gives me the clue she might be the one. But then again, I have some doubts. What's she doing here?

And damn it, she was actually chatting with an eccentric Man which I know nothing of. I guess that man could be one of her suitors who's a die hard fan of hers. Of course she was a beautiful elegant lady who every man will be lucky to have. Funny enough, just two days after our Union as a married couple she had already started cheating on me thereby moving from one suitors to others. I would have expected Such character from her the moment she start flirting with Jerry, on that day of our wedding. I guess she never likes me as a person. She just accept to marry me. That's all! I guess I mean nothing to her.

Curious to know who this man was, I decided to drop by the cafeteria to eavesdrop in their conversation. I need to know what she's up to!

I can see both joy and sadness in her eyes as she looks at the young man sitting close to her with so much interest. He was putting on a black suit which gave me the vibe that he must be some wealthy businessman who had decided to drop by, so they could have a conversation together since This was the perfect place for them to be because I know some people like him hardly get time.

She was looking at him so awkwardly and weird that he was so uncomfortable by her countenance.

"I know you've been running and hiding from me for a while now Derek! Probably because you don't wish to see me, but let me tell you something that you should know and be aware of; I'm finally married now, so you don't have to hide from me or lie for me anymore". She explained to the man as a smile crept through my lips.

At least it wasn't what I was thinking about. It was a totally different thing which they were discussing . I thought maybe she was one of his mistresses.

I watched as the eccentric Man Called "Derek" smiled and congratulated her by giving her a hand shake.

"I'm sure you must be happy with your newly wedded husband Raven". I wish you a happy married Life with your husband".

He praised her, but the look on her face wasn't a good one. It was as if she wasn't happy with what he had said to her.

"Are you trying to mock me knowing the fact that we couldn't get married to each other even though you know how much I love you and always wish to be with you! Stefan, my newly wedded husband, is a useless Man. He has no Job and does nothing. I wonder why I agreed to get married to him in the first place". Shiver ran down my spine the moment I heard her saying negative things about me.

She really did marry me in order to stop the contract marriage between her and Jerry to take place. Of course she had no choice and so did I!

Furthermore, I felt like crying at this moment. Is this really how this girl sees me and thinks of me? I thought she was different. I thought she loved me even though she married me because she had no choice.

"I want you to know that ever since I got married to that Man, I haven't been happy. I don't even see him as my husband. I only see him as a stranger who I'm staying with! "Derek, I want you to know that I'm still single and searching if you're looking for someone to marry, please don't hesitate to call me because I'm available and I'm willing to divorce him just to get married to you ". She uttered in tears and stood up to walk away. luckily for me, she didn't see me although I was seated close to them but I backed them with my back.

Gosh, that was hard! I peeked at Derek who was currently looking around the café, and we caught a glimpse of each other. Our eyes met each other and he seemed surprised to see me. Does he know me? I really don't understand the look he's giving me right now.

"Mr. Maxwell! I'm really surprised to see you Here". He uttered as I looked back and forth, thinking that he might be referring to another person and not me, but I guess wrong because his gaze on me says it all.

"Judging by your countenance, you look shocked and surprised to see me". Did you know me before? I questioned him as he took a deep breath and smiled at me.

"I had seen you a couple of times when I was with my grandfather back then".

He uttered as I scoffed. What's this man talking about? Did he pulls my attention just to tell joke on me, or is he actually here to lie to my face

I thought as he sighed. "I know what you're thinking, I can see that by your expression but don't worry and believe me because I know a lot more about you than you know". He uttered, making me flush more in surprise.

"You look the same as You've looked in childhood Mr. Maxwell. I guess your Face never changed". He uttered keeping me in suspense once again as he smiled at me, staring at me keenly.

"But what are you doing here? Where have you been all these while? He asked and I felt like telling him about my condition but I couldn't bring myself to do that. I can't just say I was sneaking up on Raven , my wife , when I saw him. Because he might know that I'm that useless husband she has been talking about.

"How's your grandfather? Have you heard from him?" He asked, actually as proof that he did actually know me. But where exactly did he know me from? I can't remember knowing him as a part of my family members.

"Do you also know my grandfather?" I asked in confusion as he nodded his head. Of course I know your grandfather. I have known a lot about you since childhood.

Now, this man is making me curious. Who's he exactly? "Pls can you tell me more about my childhood??"

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Chapter 3

"Well, your childhood was very......! Just as he was about to say something about my childhood, his phone rings, causing the conversation to be interrupted since he has to check the phone and answer whoever was calling him at the moment.

"I'm sorry, please forgive me for the interruption". He apologized to me as he took the call and of course I have no right to decline him from making the call at that moment because I actually want him to tell me more about my childhood, but I guess he might do that after making the call, or he will never do it.

"I'm sorry that our conversation needs to be over, I had an urgent call that I need to take, please take my phone and input your phone number". He uttered as he handed me his phone while I put my phone number in it. I gave him the phone back and thanked him.

"Don't worry, I will contact you very soon". He had said before departing to wherever he was going.

Not quite long, I went back to the house, thinking about the man that I just met.

When I got to home, Katherine was the only human around at that particular moment and I just couldn't believe it when she started approaching me with her evil smirk again.

"Please where's Raven and Alexander?" I ask, although I can see that they weren't around. "They went out Stefan, and guess what?", It's just me and you in this house now, so I'm free to treat you anyhow I want to, and you can't say "no" to it.

She threatened me. Just as how she has always been doing, and I guess I have to listen to her fucking instructions. I just hate her and wonder why I have to be Alone with this devilish human being.

"I want you to go cook for everyone in the house and after that, make sure you do some cleaning as well". She Instructed me as I fist my hand in Angers. I just can't stand her, Maltreating me every time all because of the facts that she hates Me.

I guess marrying into the Black family was my greatest mistake ever in my life. Furthermore, I have never once cooked in my life and this middle-aged ugly woman here is just Ordering me to go cook for everybody in the house. How I'm I supposed to do that when I don't even know how to cook or do anything.

I think it's high time I stopped being afraid of her and open up to her as the man I was. I turned to look at her and clear my throat, pulling her attention. "But Katherine, you know I don't know how to cook, how I'm supposed to do that".

I stated, as she burst into laughter. "If you don't go inside that kitchen and prepare something for us, then I promise to kick you out before Raven and my husband will come ". She threatened me once again as I took a deep breath.

I guess I have no options but to do what I have been commanded to do.

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I went to the kitchen to do the dishes, but the kitchen almost caught fire. Now this was the result of what she wanted me to do.

The smoke must have distracted and pulled their attention that even Alexander Black approached me in the kitchen. I guess he's just coming back from where he had gone too.

Judging by his look, he looked so disappointed at me and I didn't realize when he actually laid his hands on me. Gosh, it was very painful. This was actually the first time Alexander Black has ever Made an attempt to slap me. I guess he's very angry at me.

"I'm sorry" I uttered, unable to look him in the eyes as I went to the living room and right there I saw his evil wife. (Katherine) smirking at me as usual

"I never thought you were this useless, there's actually nothing you can do in this Life since you're weaker than a moron".

Her words hurt me a lot as I stormed out of the house in anger. I can't take it anymore. Why's she bent on bullying me in this house and making me look like the bad one.

Just as I was wandering around, my phone rang, bringing me back to reality as I remove the phone from my pocket and check the caller ID. It was actually a strange number which I didn't know. Who could be calling me? I thought as I picked up the call.

"Is this Stefan Maxwell?" The caller asked like he already knew who I was. "Yes" please who I am speaking with? I asked, trying to know who the person was or how he got my number.

" it's good to hear your voice again. I'm your grandfather Stefan". He uttered as my eyes widened. Grandfather? So he was the person my parents were going to visit that day before they engaged themselves into that accident which terminate Their life

"I don't know who you are nor did I remember you, but why are you calling me now? Why didn't you call me after the death of my parents or are you going to tell me that you weren't aware of it? I ask as he remains silent for a while.

"I'm really sorry child, I'm sorry for everything that had happened in the past, I know you must have lived a miserable life after the deaths of your parents which is the reason why I'm requesting you to come live with me! Honestly, "I didn't know your worth back then which is the reason why I've abandoned you, but I'm sorry, and I'm ready to take you in because you're a member of the Maxwell family.

I felt so Angry for a while and thought about my past Life. "I'm sorry, but I don't think I can come live with you". I was still furious at the fact that he couldn't offer me this chance when I was begging in the street just to eat.

"I understand son, I will give you some time to think about this okay! And I will also give you pocket money so you could buy Anything you want. just think about it and call me when you're interested". The call came to an end as I took a deep breath. Wait, talking about pocket money, is he trying to bribe me?

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