Chapter 180 - I Do Not Need Power

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"It is the sign that the sky is showing to you saying that I'm going to rain," Ambrose said. 

"Why does it show signs?" Andrus asked. 

"Before something happens, God will show some signs for us to get prepared. If we do not get prepared, it is our fault and uselessness," Ambrose explained. 

Andrus woke up from his distant memory by another rumble made by the sky. 

That rumble not only woke up Andrus but also Ambrose. 

When Ambrose heard his words, he went into deep thoughts. He tried to piece everything that Andrus said. 

And he pierced the different scenarios and situations that happened with Agustus. He realized he neglected him. But he never expected Agustus to do something that grave. 

"I'm sorry, My son. I neglected him," Ambrose apologized. 

"Don't worry. I will take care. I never cared about the position. I only wished to have people beside me to accompany me. Now I have got that person, I do not need power. Power is something which comes with great responsibility," Andrus said. 

"Blaz! You do not need to do it! You worked hard for it!" Ambrose yelled.

"Dad, I worked hard because I thought the whole country would give me a company to fill the void in my heart. But even though I have crores of people in my company, I still felt lonely. Now I had Chasina, you and soon will have a family of my own. I don't need power," Andrus said. 

Ambrose felt powerless in front of his son. 

"Fine! Do as you wish. But don't regret this," Ambrose said. 

"Dad, I know you are worried about us. If I step down now, I will take the burn out. But If not now, it will be never," Andrus said. This is what Ambrose is worried about. 

"Ajax, take a step forward after you get the evidence. Don't make decisions based on predictions," Ambrose said. 

"Dad, Have ever been my predictions been wrong?" Andrus asked in return. 

Ambrose wanted to say something but didn't say anything because his son is right. 

His predictions never went wrong. He was always correct. His predictions went wrong only in the matter of Henrieth. 

The journey to the Presidential Palace is quiet. 

When Andrus is about to get down, "Dad, why not stay here tonight?" Andrus asked suddenly. 

He looked like the child the first time when he found him on the roads. He knew his son was sad. He needs the company now. He felt lonely. Even though he didn't say those words out but it didn't mean Ambrose didn't understand him. 

"Okay, It's already late now. Even I can't take stress," Ambrose said. 

With that Ambrose gave some instructions to his men. 

Ambrose entered the house. He went to the guest room directly and took a shower. Andrus always kept a room for Ambrose. That room consists of all his necessities. So, he doesn't need to worry about daily necessities. 

After he was done showering he changed into some pajamas and went out. He felt a little hungry and asked the kitchen to make some snacks. He waited for Andrus' arrival. 

Meanwhile….

Andrus is pacing in his study. He is waiting for the results of the IT department. After some time, his phone rang. 

The results showed that Agustus is the one behind it. Also his first love, Lisa, that woman is a part of this scheme. 

But one thing Andrus is not sure about is whether they are together or not?

He felt frustrated as he thought about it. 

He kept his phone aside and went to take the shower. 

He turned on the showerhead and let the cold water flow on his head. His whole body is tensed now. He couldn't help but feel a headache on his way. One is his best friend, another one is his first love. 

It's not like he doesn't want to hurt her, it's just that he is lenient towards her because she is a woman. 

Andrus stayed in the cold shower for a long time before he came out. 

Whatever happens, will happen he will just talk to Agustus. And will try to talk terms and conditions. 

He went downstairs only to see his father awake. 

"Dad, Why didn't you sleep? I was about to check on you," Andrus asked. 

"I'm waiting for you. I saw you didn't eat food much during dinner. So, I made a kitchen to make some food for you," Ambrose said. 

"I Will eat. You just go and rest Dad," Andrus said. 

"Nah, I will just wait for you to eat. Every Day you eat alone, at least let me see my son eating something," Ambrose said. He dragged Andrus to the din9ng hall and made him sit. 

Ambrose made sure Andrus ate to his fill. From time to time he would add more dishes for him to eat. Andrus refused a few times, but all they went to deaf ears. Andrus sighed and ate without saying anything. 

He knew his father was worried about him. So, he let him do as he pleased. 

After finishing his food, Andrus felt he cannot get up. 

"Old man, Did you plan to kill by overfeeding?" Andrus bit out. 

God! His stomach is tight. He can't even move a single muscle. He should take a walk for at least half an hour now. 

"I won't dare my son. Next Sunday, you will get married. So, I'm making sure that you are having enough energy for your first night," Ambrose said with a smug smile. 

Andrus: '..." 

"Dad, you do know I'm a fit person with no illness, right?" Andrus asked speechlessly.

How can his father not trust his stamina? He is the country's most desirable man. He is known for his handsome features.

Many women will die to see him just for once. But still, his father doesn't believe him and always thinks he is a useless person. 

Sigh…..

Sobs… 

Forget it. He will just go and sleep. 

"Dad, get some rest," said Andrus got up from his seat. He went to a garden which is muddy due to the after rain effect. But still, he didn't care. He removed his slippers and stood in the mud as he let his feet bury in the mud at his favorite spot. He stood near the corner tree of the garden. 

He felt the cold start seeping through his feet. And that cold continued to make its way inside his body. A gentle breeze flew through the garden making one feel cold. But that didn't face Andrus. He stood there as he leaned on the trunk. Due to the breeze, some due drops from the leaves fell on his body making him flinch slightly. But he didn't care much about it after a second. 

Even though he tried to cool off his head in the shower, he couldn't shake it off. He just couldn't take the fact that their twenty-one years of friendship is coming to an end just like that. 

Andrus felt terrible. He felt like talking his mind all out. But he felt there was none to hear him out at that particular second. He wanted to talk to his father but his father might have slept. Even though he didn't sleep, he didn't want to worry him much. He felt terrible. 

Just because of power is he going to lose his friend?

No! 

If what his friend wants is power, then he will gladly take his role. He is willing to face all the negative insults. He is willing to get the title of the most terrible man in the world. 

He closed his eyes to feel the harsh cold breeze. The moment he closed his eyes he felt a slight vibration in his pocket he reached out to the phone and stared at it. It is a message from Chasina. 

The number itself made him smile. As seconds passed, his smile grew wider. 

He opened the chat notification and saw her message. 

Chasina: Are you asleep?

Andrus: Not yet. 

Andrus: Why are you not sleeping still?

Chasina: Thinking about you. 

Andrus: When did you become a sweet talker. 

Even though Andrus said that he couldn't stop himself from smiling widely. Unknown contentment started flowing in his heart. It made him feel warm. It made him feel satisfied and made him feel he was not alone but had company. He removed his legs from the mud. He went over to the nearest bench. He went to fold his legs when he sat but remembered his legs are still muddy. He looked for the nearest tap and went over there. He washed his legs and didn't even care to dry them with a towel. 

He just went back to the bench and sat there. He opened his phone and checked her messages. Her message made him smile again. 

Chasina: When I fell in love with you. 

Andrus: When did you fall in love with me?

Andrus doesn't know why he asked but he asked it. He waited anxiously for her reply. He wanted to know it very badly. 

On the other side….

Chasina is trying to fall asleep but she can't. So, she decided to know about the situation. She asked her men to investigate the situation. She is waiting for their results. But how hard she tried she couldn't sleep. So, decided to message Andrus. She wanted to ask more about the situation to Andrus but couldn't. From the comments and messages, she understood Someone is behind the things. For a second she thought it might have been orchestrated by Agustus. But she blamed herself for overthinking. Who doesn't know the legendary friendship between them in the assembly? Everyone knew about it. 

So, she decided to ask him what he is doing.