Criminal in love (Muslim romance)

10 Free

If I was expecting a sorry state of affairs when I took over Talia, and got involved in Steve's case, well, I was wrong.

If I thought I could pull Steve and Talia out of the mess they are in, just because I have influence, I am again wrong.

If I thought Jen is a wonderful lawyer who could make miracles, well, that is yet to be seen.

I got a call from Jen around mid day asking me to switch on the TV. Well, since De Bourbon case is a  popular one, I thought may be, they are showing something about the family or Steve.

"I don't have time Jen. Why?"

"Sarah, on the damn f*cking TV" ops, if Jen is swearing then, it is emergency.

I went to my room and on the TV.

"Breaking News: New video emerge with evidence of De Bourbon case"

"Jen, what the hell?" I asked her quite shocked.

"Shut up and watch Sarah" and I did.

"Today a video emerge on a popular TV channel sent by one of the close allies of De Bourbon family with evidence which support, now imprisoned Steve Armstrong's innocence and possibly with another shocking revelation. Let's have a look at the video" said the new anchor.

And a video of drunk Philip and Harry is taken with an old lady sitting with them. The video is not HD quality blue ray type obviously and it was difficult to make out features. They were toasting for something they have done. The old lady was clearly annoyed.

"That boy was a good one. A respectful one. A one who resembled more your father than you Philip. Someone who had honor and integrity. And it is sad I had to be part of your plot to get rid of him. You trapped and I helped you. And now you want me to celebrate it with you?" the old woman was asking.

"Mama, we can't let Harry go to prison for killing those 3 useless gay guys. Yes, Albert is my son but I don't mourn his loss. He was more like this mother whom I never liked. If we didn't trap him, Harry would have ended up in jail with a death sentence and that is the end of this line of succession" Philip said while a servant filled his glass with alcohol. It is may be one of the servants who video this.

"Steve has worked hard for every single dollar we paid on him, and Harry has done nothing but waste whatever wealth our ancestors were able to make. And that goes to you and your bikini wife too Philip" the old woman said.

"Grand mama, shut up or I will kill you just like I killed Albert. If you like the by blow of grand papa so much, why not embrace him? End of discussion. Steve will die and I will make sure he does" and that was Harry, and by this time I was not sure if I remembered to breath. The video ended.

"Jen, what does this mean?" I asked her.

"It means, exactly what it is Sarah"

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Couple of officers I have not seen in the prison came over to my room. I wasn't in a socializing mood.

"Mr. Amstrong, we need you to come with us" okay. The last time I was taken like this, it was bad. They tortured me.

"Why?" I asked them suspiciously.

"Your lawyer is here and she will explain"

I couldn't figure head or tail out of their behavior. I went with them. And after they took me through places I have not seen in the prison, I saw Jen. And next to Jen is Sarah. I haven't seen Sarah after the trial which is like 4 months ago. She spoke to me on the phone couple of times, but they were very brief. But when I waked in, she looked right at me. I should be blind or dead not to see how beautiful she is with her dark green headscarf, black pants with dark green top, and finally a black cardigan. And she smiled at me. Well, a man could walk to gallows with the memory of that smile, and did something I wasn't used to lately, which is smile back.

"Mr.Amstrong, you must be wondering why all of us are here on ceremony. Well, we are glad to inform you, with recently found evidence regards to your case, you are free from all charges and now can sue state authorities for improper conduct and handling of your case" Jen said it in a matter of fact voice.

"Excuse me, what?" I didn't understand what she said. I really didn't.

"Jen, let me" Sarah said and walked to me.

"Someone sent this to the news anchors today" and she handed me her mobile. She smell like lavender. Wow.

And I watched the video. And I watched it till the end. I handed the phone back to Sarah. I didn't feel anything. No happiness nor sadness. I kept my eyes on Sarah's fingers. Perfect. Her hands are perfect. And blank.......

"Steve, this means you are free. There are couple of documentation and some formalities to we need to go through. After which, we can go" said Sarah, again with her soothing voice.

I felt myself nodding.

And it took another couple of hours to be done with formalities. At the end of everything, they handed me back my clothes in which I was taken in, my watch which costs a fortune, and my wallet which had no bills but some cards which wont be of any use by now.

"Steve, we will wait for you. You can change" Sarah spoke to me again. Her words are filled with kindness. I nodded and went to the changing room the officers took me. Had a quick shower and changed in to normal clothing. These are damn expensive clothing. I was surprise they fit well even after 3 years. And I looked in the mirror. It is then the weight of the situation came in and I broke down.

It took me sometime to cool down. But when I did, I felt better. And I walked out, head high. I lost 3 years of my life. And those were the best years of a mans life. I am not getting those back. But those who made me suffer will pay back. I am not the most influential person in this country, but I know I am smart.

When I came out, Jen and Sarah both looked surprised. Probably they are shocked to see how well I cleaned up. It was Jen who spoke first.

"Well Mr. Handsome, if you done charming us, lets move. You have a world outside waiting to be charmed" she said and I smiled for the second time today.

And we walked out.

"Wow, I have forgotten how normal world works" I told the two ladies.

"Don't worry Steve, you are coming with me. Jen, I'll see you latter today" Sarah told me. I don't have anywhere to go. I had properties but I don't know what situation they are in now. So I went with Sarah.

"I need to sort out a place to stay before we do anything else. I had some properties but I don't know what shape they are in now. I also had money in bank. I need to check if they are working and when I can get access to the money I had"

"Hold on Steve. One thing at a time, but today just breath it all out. I promise we will sort it all in time"

"Where do I stay then?" I asked her skeptically.

"Why, with me" she said, as it was the most natural thing to say and my jaws dropped while I stared at her. This must be a crazy dream I am in.