Episode 1

Author's POV,

There has been a lot of commotion in the media since this morning. Today, all the media houses are talking about only one person. Will he make history by winning this award today? Who knew he would become a business tycoon? In this one decade of time, he has done a lot for this country.

The paparazzi were ready to cover every story about the man. All of them are just waiting for the evening to capture that historic moment on camera.

In the evening ceremony,

When the host announced - The best businessman award goes to Mr. John Davis. Everyone started to clap.

By winning the award, he have proved that there group are the best. Yes, we are talking about Mr. John Davis, who has established himself as the industry's tycoon by receiving the award for the best businessman over the past ten years. as soon as he left the awards ceremony.

Mr. John Davis was surrounded by the media, and the media had a lot of questions. Sir, how do you feel once again about the award? "Sir," "now people have started calling you a business tycoon." "Sir, you are also the number one businessman in our country, and today you are in the news all over the world." "People all over the world know you." "How are you feeling?" They all bombarded him with questions.

"Very good feeling and as well happy." "It all depends on your work—how much hard work have you done?" and I am a man who relies on hard work. But I will also give credit to my family. who has supported me a lot. "All this is not possible without my family." Mr. Davis replied with smile.

"Sir, now that you are an icon for the country, I am asking you to encourage the youth of the country." One of the reporters said.

"For my younger generation......"He thought for a moment.

"Well, go after your dreams. And put a lot of effort into that so you can get what you desired. Make sure you put in a lot of effort, though, because I also have a surprise in store for the young people who aspire to be businesspeople. He finished.

"Sir, what is the surprise?" Again reports started to ask.

"That's the surprise, so I will reveal it because tomorrowis special day. Until then, wait for it." He said to them.

"Sir, why tomorrow is special day" Some random reporter questioned him.

"Because, tomorrow is my daughter's birthday, so I will make an announcement on the same day. So you reporters are invited. Your invitation letter will be sent to you. All of you must attend the event." A lot of questions were asked of Mr. Davis, and he politely answered every question. Before letting go of him, all the photographers clicked the picture. Mr. Davis smiles and sat in the car to go home.

Speaking of Mr. John Davis, he is a very well-known businessman and the top businessman in his nation. For the past ten years, he has demonstrated his deservingness for this honor by receiving the Best Business Man honor. This honor reflects Mr. Davis's dedication and hard effort.

While Mr. Davis is very calm in temperament, his anger can occasionally come on quickly. He gives generously to charity as well. In addition to being the ideal businessman, Mr. John Davis is also a good husband, father, and grandpa to his family. his family, including his wife, Mrs. Emma Davis, who is an excellent homemaker and is the mother of One daughter and two boys.

Their first child, a girl named Valentina, passed away tragically when she was just 22 years old.

Their elder son, Mr. Kevin Davis, manages their father's business together. He is married; his wife's name is Mrs. Jennifer Davis, and they have two children.

Mr. Arlo Davis, the youngest son of Mr. Davis, is 26 years old. He is handsome, the most wanted bachelor in his country; his black hair is sleek; his eyes are so innocent—when he smiles, there is a dim glow on the cheeks. because of which the girls are crazy behind him. He is very stylish and fond of travel. 

Speaking of him, he has never lacked anything. Arlo wants to live his life according to his own will. Dad wants him to work with Kevin, but Arlo refuses every time. Regarding the same thing, there is always a debate between father and son. 

Arlo always reacts so angrily whenever Mr. Davis invites him to join the business. He says to his wife, "You are the one and only, who can take care of it," because he is afraid of what will happen, if he speaks about getting married. We can't debate with him because of his obstinate attitude.

Mrs. Emma is also searching a bride for Arlo. Every day someone brings a wedding proposal to her for him. But every time, he refuses without seeing the girls. Everyone wants to get their daughter married to Mr. John Davis' younger son so that the marriage can prove beneficial for their business.

That's why she also couldn't find the right girl for him. She wanted a daughter in law who can love him unconditionally not for their business benefits.

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Next day...... 

The best event management has been called from around the world to manage Mr. John Davis's party of success. Mr. Davis has an evening party to celebrate his success. Preparations have begun. 

At Mr. Davis's villa... 

Ms. Rosie Potter and Mr. Jake Smith are Mr. Arlo's best friends. All three are talking to each other.

"Like every year, this time too, your father will give a party to everyone." Rosie said, looking at the preparation.

"Yeah..." Arlo said lazily.

"You are coming this time, aren't you?" She asked with hope.

"Even after knowing the answer to the question, why are you asking it?" Jake said. 

"Because his mom wanted ask him.This is such a big party, and today is the biggest day for your dad, but again, you don't want to come to the party. Why?" Rosie questioned him. 

"You know the answer. Don't force me, Rosie. I just don't want to come." Arlo said it with irritation.

"Look, Arlo, we are your friends. So we just want to see you happy not only us your family also and what about your mother? For how long you will keep sitting on the same thing, forget it, and get ahead in your life." Rosie said to him in a concerning tone. 

"Rosie is right, Arlo. Forget the past thing; move on, man. "There is nothing that you couldn't forgive." Jake said to him. 

"I can't forget because whatever happened was his fault, and I can never forgive him, I lost my sister and this not forgivable thing" He said.

"Your mother worried for you." Jake tried to make him understand.

"Just tell her don't worry about me and I don't want to hear anything more about it. 

Well, I'm going out. You guys go and enjoy the party." he said to them, and he left the room abruptly. Rosie and Jake looked at each other. like what just happened.

If anyone tries to make him understand, he does not even talk to them properly about that topic.

Mrs. Davis saw his son storming out of the house. She is very much worried about her young son, but he does not listen to anyone. He does what he wants to do. He is very stubborn.

She looked up as Rosie and Jake started coming downstairs. They are also upset with what happened, but they can't do anything about it.

"Like every time, again he denied to come party."  She just stated that as she knows everything because this not new for her. They both nodded their heads

"Don't be sad Mrs. Davis. everything going to be okay." Rosie console her.

"I know, dear, but my patience is also giving up. It's been thirteen years since I lost my daughter, and it pains me like hell, but again, I have to move on; otherwise, how are things going to work?" She sighed.

"Due to the loss of his sister, there was a time when he had stopped talking to the people but now he is talking to people. This is also an improvement. Rosie tried to console her. She nodded her head. When suddenly Jake started to speak.

"Oh, come on, Mrs. Davis. If your husband sees that you are sad, he will not leave me, and on top of that, he will punish me." Jake tried to make her happy.

"Don't worry sweetheart, I am here to save from him." She said grinning.

"That's what I wanted from you." He said, like something he got precious.

After talking some time they left from there. saying that they will meet her in the evening at the party venue. 

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In the evening, there is a great party. People from the biggest and smallest businesses in the country and those associated with the glamorous also come. Reports from every news channel also arrive. 

After all the guests arrived, Mr. John Davis took the mic from the host and started to speak.

"May I have your attention, please?" As he said, everyone looks at him. They stopped everything they were doing, and the paparazzi waited for this movement. They all took the position, so they can capture the event without missing anything. There is pin-drop silence. 

Everyone is anxiously anticipating what he will say. But Mr. Davis turned to face everybody.

"All of my good colleagues, partners, relatives, and lovely family." When he said lovely family. He was searching for his wife and finally their eyes met, and she mouthed, I love you. And she gave him a flying kiss. For them, everyone is cheering.

"I'd like to express my gratitude to everyone who came and contributed to the success of this gathering." He spoke.

My teammates, coworkers, and factory employees helped me win this award; they are like my roots, and they are the reason I am standing tall. Looking at his wife, he gesture her to come on stage, and without delay she goes on stage. He took her hand in his and again started speaking.

"One person is special for me. She is like my shadow." Everyone started shouting the name Mrs. Emma Davis.

"Everyone's prediction was correct. My life's partner and my love." He gave her a wink. "She made our house a Home, and without her love and support, I am nothing." She grinned when he complimented her.

"Just as my elder son helps me outside the house, so does my wife. Talking about my elder child Kevin Davis. He made my job easier. May God give each individual a child who is exactly like him." With his gesture, Kevin started to thank his father, which made his wife feel good about her husband. He expressed gratitude to everyone who contributed to his achievement.

After that......,

"The main reason behind organizing this party is my daughter. As you all know. Today is her birthday." Everyone stared at him because he never spoke about her daughter after her death.

"I know what you all are thinking. I never talked about her after she gone from this world. But believe me, even today, my daughter is alive. in our memories." even though his speech was hoarse and his eyes were welling up with tears, but he controlled because Mrs. Davis ensure him that 'I am with you.' She also wanted to cry but she determined to be strong for her husband.

"I want to make this birthday of her memorable. That's why we are going to start a company in her name. This company will help all those startups who are wandering without funds. 'The Valentina World of startup.' I named this company after her. " He announced and everyone started applause.

"Here is the surprise for youngsters. This company will not make itself profitable but will make Strutup profitable. for more details you can visit our website" he continued.

He also asked his son Kevin, daughter-in-law and grand children to come on stage. they all lit candles and briefly paid homage in front of their daughter's picture on the stage.

"This is the announcement we want to make. Now, you guys enjoy the party," he concluded his speech. As soon as he came down from the stage, everyone wanted to take pictures with him. One by one, Mr. Davis started meeting everyone.

The visiting guests praise their party very well, never having attended such a party before. Party is excellent, but this time Arlo does not come to the party. All the guests started to ask only about Arlo. 

Suddenly someone was asked, "Where did Arlo go; why didn't he attend the party?"

Somebody was saying that, "If Arlo had come, I would have gotten my daughter married to him."

Mr. Davis chose not to publicly express his disappointment, despite being disappointed that his younger son did not attend the occasion.

When Rosie and Jake saw Mr. and Mrs. Davis, they felt bad because they had lost their daughter and Arlo had not helped them feel any better.

"Why always he is this much adamant?"    Jake said to Rosie.

"Yeah.....I also wish Arlo had come but you better know him more than me. All the guests are asking for him." Looking all around, she sighed. Mrs. Davis came there.

"Are you guys having fun?" She asked excitedly, but her eyes were telling something else. She is not happy because his son is not there.

"Oh, yes, Mrs. Davis, and you are looking absolutely gorgeous." Jake said with laughter. 

"Thanks, dear, but don't flirt with me, Jake. I am your friend's mother." She warned him with a smile.

"Trust me, Mrs. Davis, he is saying the truth; you're looking really beautiful." Rosie also joined Jake.

"Both are you determined to make me shy." She blushed.

"Oh, I know that, Mrs. Davis. I'm just appreciating the beautiful lady." he laughed.

"He is correct," Adding that Rosie also chuckled.

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"Which is harder for you, Mr. Davis, keeping your wife happy or winning award? One of his colleagues asked"

"Trust me, Parker. It is very challenging to please the wife, but once she is content, I can win thousands of such awards with her support." They all chuckled.

Mr. Devis' gaze then momentarily shifted to the wife. who was laughing with the Arlo's friends.

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Unexpectedly, her waist was grabbed by someone. which shocked her. She turned to see who was behind her. Although she knew it was her husband,

"Oh, my gosh, Mr. Davis, you just scared me." He just mischievously chuckled.

"More over, what are you trying to do in front of the children?" She asked him, trying to get out of his grip.

"Trust me, darling. I am doing nothing. It's the fault of my hand." He said with pouting.

"Then this hand is going to get punished." She said, pointing his hand. However, Mr. Davis wore a sad expression as they all started chuckling.

"Tell me one thing, Mr. Davis." She was glaring at him.

"Yes, ask me anything, darling, you are the authority." saying that he kissed her.

"What are you doing here?" She said so, raising her eyebrows. Both Rosie and Jake are enjoying the show. which Mr. Davis put in front of them.

"I am here with my wife. "Any problem, darling?" He grinned.

"Good answer Mr. Davis, but I mean, you have to with your partners."  She questioned him.

"I am here because of Jake." He pointed toward Jake.

"Wow...Wow....! David Davis "Why are you blaming me?" he asked. "What have I done?" Faking astonishment, he enquired.

"You didn't need to scare him, uncle." poor man look how scared."  Rosie also added.

"Because of him, I got jealous, Rosie. And you, young man. What are you saying to her? She blushed like an angel. That's why I am here." He said looking at her angle but warned Jake.

"You don't have to be jealous, Mr. he is a child," She said gripping his hand.

"I know, darling. I also want to join you guys, that why I am here." He said it like a child. All of them laughed.

"Mrs. Davis, you have to be save me from you husband." Now, Jake also playing along with Mr. Davis.

"What a devil, he know me very much, infront of you, I am not going to do anything. that why he making fun of me." He gritted.

"Mr. Davis!" his secretary called him.

"Yes." He responded to his secretary.

"Mr. William arrived"

"All right, you go. I'll follow."

" Yes sir."

"You guys keep going" He said good-bye and left after that.

"Oh, dear, you are a sweetheart." She smile at her husband's antics. They are talking when little voice came from afar.

"Grandma.......... Grandma................I want Ice cream but mummy won't giving me." Harry come shouting towards her. They looked at him. he just wrapped his hand around her leg.

"Oh...How cute you are looking handsome boy." Rosie looked down at Harry.

"Really Aunty.....!" He asked her with excitement.

"Yes Sweetheart, your attire making you more handsome " saying that she ruffled his hair. Everyone was there listening to them.

"Aunty Rosie don't do that with my hair." He strated to set his hair, they all chuckled at the cute scene. Then he looked at his grandma.

"Can I get only one ice-cream please........." He begged her.

"No dear, you will get cold." As she denied, he looked very upset.

"Only one grandma" He pleaded. After seeing his face, she just melted.

"Okay......,Only one" She agreed. he literally jumped in joy after hearing her.

"All right, you kids have fun at the gathering. Then I'll see you later. They both departed after she said that.

They also said, "See yaa."

Rosie and Jake both talked to each other and enjoyed the party after some time they also left. 

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Arlo did not attend his father's function as usual. He is depressed and sitting at his favored spot drinking wine.

What happened? In the past, it never left his mind. He had gone silent for years. They all thought may be he just needed a time because he lost his sister and she is very close to him, like a mother or friend.

He can never forget the wound, he got. It's affected him. That caused him to lose someone, and the fact that person won't ever return is painful for him. 

Also, he is angry with his dad and blames for what happened is his fault also, he doesn't understand why his father inviting him every function. This causes both father and son to get into an argument. Whenever both talk, it seems like both are standing in the battlefield.

He hates the man and his son. he wants them suffer like he suffering for a years.  Make them feel what it would be like to lose someone close to you.

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To be continued..............

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