Unappreciated Treasure

The three of them drove to Club Q, the most popular high end club. It was so expensive that only the rich and influential people in Wolverton could afford to go there. Jade had a platinum membership card which gave him and anyone accompanying him, have access to the club.

Jade Faraday came from the respected and feared Faraday family made up of army generals and politicians. His father was a five star general in the army and his elder brother, Donovan Faraday, was a strong politician in Wolverton.

With all the accolades that Jade had to his name, he was well respected both in the army and in the city of Wolverton.

They got to club Q. Chelsy and Rachel moved to the entrance while Jade stayed behind to give the car keys to the valet.

The security guard at the entrance stopped Chelsy and looked at her from head to toe with a disdainful gaze. He condescendingly asked Chelsy to show her membership card. Before Chelsy could speak, Rachel chimed in and said, "She is with me."

As Rachel was about to introduce herself, the guard who was new to the club asked in a disrespectful tone. ''And who the hell are you? Can I see your membership card? If you don't have one, better get lost.''

Rachel, who stood there, looking stunned, gave a wicked smile and said.

"What?" She gave another throaty chuckle.

''I am sure you just started working here. Be certain that today will be your last night as a worker here.''

Before the guard could realize who Rachel was, a deep and intimidating voice came from behind.

"And who gave you the temerity to disrespect my woman?"

Jade walked towards Rachel and Chelsy with a very stern look plastered on his face. The guard felt as if Jade could swallow him.

''N… No Lieutenant Faraday. I didn't mean to disrespect them. I had no idea she was with you.''

The guard spoke while trembling with his face looking so frightened.

The manager who heard the commotion at the entrance walked in with so much fear in his eyes and said, '' Lieutenant Faraday and Miss Hannigan, I am so sorry for the inconvenience. He is new here and doesn't really know everyone.''

Jade stared at the manager with cold eyes and asked, "Do you respect people based on how they are dressed or how they look?"

The manager felt a cold sweat running down his forehead. "Lieu…Lieutenant Faraday, I promise you that I will make sure he is, reprimanded for this act."

Rachel, who stood there fuming with anger, said in an angry tone. ''Make sure this disrespectful he goat is fired. If not, I'm sure you wouldn't want my father hearing about this.''

The manager just nodded and directed them to the VIP section. The disrespectful guard knew he was totally and completely finished. 

As they were seated, Chelsy felt so uncomfortable. This was actually her first time going to club Q. Ken usually spoke of having meetings with some clients there, but he had never taken her along, even when they were supposed to come with a plus one.

As they sat there chatting, they were served drinks and some snacks.

''Chels, I know your alcohol tolerance is so low. Don't worry, I've got you covered. Even if we get drunk, Jade is here to protect us.''

Chelsy gave a warm smile and responded, ''I know Rach. With Jade here, we are safe.'' They both chuckled at what Chelsy had said. 

As they were chatting, Jade spoke. ''Girls, you both should please excuse me for a minute. I need to have a word with Solomon.''

 Solomon Bennet was the owner of Club Q. He and Jade had been good friends since childhood. 

Jade bent down and kissed Rachel before leaving.

''See you later, baby.''

Rachel giggled like a little girl and said, ''Oh my. How I love this man.''

Chelsy just shook her head and smiled. Seeing her best friend looking this happy, made her so happy. ''Rach, Jade is so lucky to have you. I like the way he is so proud to show you off as his woman.''

Rachel smiled and said, ''Of course, sis. He needs to show me off because I am one in a million.''

The two of them gave a quiet cackle and continued sipping from their wine glasses.

Suddenly, there was a group of individuals entering the club and Chelsy could see everyone from where they were seated. She spotted Helena Richards walking into the clubhouse, holding Ken's arm. They were together with four other people.

Rachel nudged Chelsy and asked,

"Chels, is that not Ken together with Helena Richards?"

Chelsy was in a state of shock. She didn't know whether she was dreaming or it was reality.

''Rach, I think that is Ken. I guess I will have to go and talk to him.''

Chelsy stood up and walked up to Ken and said, ''Hi Ken. Is this really you? What happened? I have tried reaching you for days now, to no avail.''

Ken was shocked when he saw Chelsy standing in front of him. "Chelsy, what are you doing here?" He asked with furrowed brows.

Helena, who was standing there with the others, asked, ''Ken, who is she?''

Ken was puzzled, and looked like someone caught between the devil and the deep blue sea. He cleared his throat and said, ''Helena, please just go to the private room with the others. I will join you guys shortly, okay?''

Helena eyed Chelsy from head to toe, with a disgusting expression and said, "Don't be long and don't keep me waiting." She spun on her heels and began walking away from them.

Chelsy stood there looking lost. The atmosphere felt as if she was suffocating.

Ken held Chelsy by the hand and took her to a quiet corner.

"Chelsy, what are you doing here?"

Chelsy looked at him with tears starting to form in her eyes. She said in a shaky voice,

''Ken, I should be asking you that question. Why have you been avoiding me? Did I do something wrong? If so, please tell me so that I can apologize. You left the other day and didn't say a single word. I was so worried sick that something bad might have happened to you. Tell me, what are you doing here with that Helena?''

Ken felt as if he was going to have a migraine. He ran his fingers through his hair and said, ''Love, please, listen to me. I am working on a business venture with Starlink Conglomerate. That is why I am here with all these people. Just give me some time and I will be done, okay?''

Chelsy looked at him and asked,

''how long will this take? I miss you and I miss us.'' As she spoke, she cupped Ken's face in her hands, with so much tenderness in her eyes. He looked at her and said, ''You shouldn't worry, okay? I will be done before you know it.''

Since Ken was taller than Chelsy, she stood on her toes and tried to kiss him, but he turned his head, and it landed on his jaw. '' I am sorry, but I have to go now. The others are waiting for me.'' He turned and left.

Chelsy stood there looking lost. Her heart felt as if it was sinking in a dark well. She pulled herself together and walked back to Rachel. She took the glass of wine that was in front of her and gulped it down at a go.

''Hey, there. Slow down, ma'am. This is not some orange juice. Be careful.''

Rachel spoke, as she grabbed the glass from Chelsy's hand.

"What is wrong with you Chels?"

Chelsy gave a little laugh and said, ''Rach, you promised to take care of me if I got drunk, right? Please let's have fun and drink, okay? And please don't ask me what happened.''

Rachel had never seen her friend like that. She just nodded and said okay.

' I have never seen Chelsy like this. I prefer her crying and throwing tantrums. Seeing her acting this way scares me.' Rachel thought to herself.

In the space of 10 minutes, Chelsy drank three glasses of wine and was already drunk. She said with a little laugh, ''Rach, let's go to the dance floor and shake it out.'' She stood up and drunkenly walked to the center stage and started dancing to the music that was playing.

Rachel stood and tried bringing her down from the stage. ''Chels, get down already. You are embarrassing yourself. Come on sis, please get down.''

Chelsy pushed Rachel's hand and said, ''baby girl, let me dance, okay? It's so much fun. Come and join me my darling.''

A man seated in the corner murmured,

"Chelsy?"

The man was Samuel, and he walked up to Chelsy and Rachel.

"Hey guys."

When Rachel saw Samuel, she said, ''Oh my goodness. Samuel, thank God you are here. Please help me. Let's drag Chelsy off of this stage.''

When Chelsy saw Samuel she laughed and said,

''Samuel, you are here too. We are all here like one big family. You, me, Rachel, Jade and Ken.''

When she mentioned Ken, she stopped and tears started rolling down her eyes. She burst out crying profusely. Samuel helped her down from the stage, and they walked to their seat. Rachel took out her phone and texted Jade. ''My love. Where are you? Please come. Chelsy is too drunk and already causing a scene. We need to get her home.''

 In less than five minutes, Jade arrived with a worried look on his face. "Is Chelsy okay?" He asked. Rachel nodded and said she was just too drunk. Samuel helped carry Chelsy outside the clubhouse.

When she was in Samuel's arms, she muttered, ''Ken, why do you keep hurting me like this?''

Tears rolled down her cheeks and smeared Samuel's shirt. Samuel could not help but clench his teeth.

Unbeknownst to them, someone secretly took pictures of Samuel carrying Chelsy to the car. Samuel placed her in the back seat of Jade's car. ''Please take care of her, Rachel.'' Samuel said politely. Rachel nodded and they drove off. Samuel stood there, looking at the car disappearing from his view and his hands were clenched in a fist. He cussed Ken through his clenched teeth, ''damn you Ken Roberts. 

Who secretly took Chelsy's pictures, and what was the reason?