The Billionaire 3: Tyron Cruz novel Chapter 28

Isabella quietly took a seat beside her grandfather after their dinner. They are all in the living room and Miguel turns on the television and the channel is coincidently on the news.

“The death of the business tycoon Tyron Cruz is unexpected and some are wondering what will now happened to his companies. Some are saying that his older brother Miguel will now manage the company; others are even saying that his death is caused by Don Samuel Morgan—it is known to the public that the Morgan and the Cruz are in conflict for decades and now that this incident happened, speculations and things in the past are being brought out again.” The reporter live from the scene of the crime said. “As of now, we can’t get hold of the deceased family and even Don Samuel is nowhere to be found.”

“Did you get hold of Bella? It is known to the public that she is dating Tyron.” The announcer from the studio asks.

“Unfortunately, we can only contact her manager and according to him, Bella is grieving from the death of her lover.” The reporter answers.

“Well, I guess, she might be in great shock.” The announcer said. “Do you think that the thing from the past is repeating itself?” he added, it seems that he is pertaining to the cruel death of the heirs of the two families.

“I—” Before the reporter speaks, he saw Gabriel leaving the building. “Mister Gabriel Zamora is here, I will try to get a interview from him.” He immediately said as he quickly approaches Gabriel. “Mister Zamora, can I get a quick interview regarding the death of Mister Cruz?”

Gabriel frowns and sighs. “Make it quick.”

“What can you say about the explosion happened in front of you? It is seen in the CCTV that you even tried to save Tyron but failed to do so.” The reporter said.

“It is unfortunate that I can’t save him but I will do my best to catch the person behind it. The explosion happened right in front of me so I will not hold back and use all my resources to capture the person behind it.” Gabriel said, determined.

“We all know that your family is involved in politics and military and they even in high positions, are you going to use their help, Mister Zamora?” The reporter asks.

“If having their help means capturing the culprit then why not.” Gabriel answers.

“Last question, Mister Zamora, do you think that Don Samuel Morgan is behind it?” The reporter asks making Gabriel frown. “And do you think that the tragedy between the two family is repeating itself again?”

“We are still looking into that.” Gabriel said.

“I can’t hear this anymore.” Miguel said and turns off the television.

“Don Samuel…” Ivy called out and heave out a sigh.

It seems that Maja sensed what Ivy is going to say that is why she called out the kids to play upstairs.

“What is it, Ivy?” The Don asks.

“I would just like to apologize to you.” Ivy said. “I already heard from Isabella the reason why she suddenly married my son. I was a fool not to realized something.”

“You have nothing to apologized for, Ivy.” The Don smiles. “I am just doing what was agreed upon a long time ago.” The Don added and glances at Isabella.

“But still… if only I told my sons about it, it might change the future.” Ivy said. “It is wrong of me to kept quiet all this time, I thought that they long forget what happened, it never occurs to me that Tyron still holds a grudge against you.”

“I can’t blame him; at a young age he lost his father.” The Don sighs. “We are all the same, that same night, we all lost someone dear to us, you lost your husband and your sons lost their father; and I lost my son and at the same time, I also lost my daughter-in-law and my grandchild.”

“You mean…”

“Yes, just like Tyron, my granddaughter grew up holding a grudge against me.” The Don said.

“But that is in the past grandpa, you just did what you can to keep me and mom safe.” Isabella said. “And if I am in your shoes, I may have done the same. I can’t risk a love one’s life for my own interest.”

“I am happy for you, Isabella, I really am.” Ivy smiles at her. “It is my fault that Tyron died without knowing the truth.”

“I think he already knows.” Isabella said.

“What do you mean?” Miguel asks. “Does he really know the truth behind our dad’s death?”

“Yes, because the reason why he went to Gabriel’s office is to hear the result of the investigation…” Isabella said making them frown in confusion. “He actually had me investigated…” she glances at her grandfather. “That is why he knew that we are not in touch for years… and because of that simple request, Gabriel found out a shocking truth, well at least that’s what Gabriel told me earlier.” She explains. “But Miguel, do you already know that my grandfather is innocent?”

“The truth is I also grew up holding a grudge against Don Samuel, but I accidentally found my father’s diary in the study…”

“So, it was you who took it.” Ivy gasps.

“Yes, mom, I’m sorry. I am actually planning on telling Tyron about it but then he suddenly announced his engagement with Isabella, so I thought that he forgot what happened in the past and I don’t want to bring him that sad and traumatic memory of the past. All I want is for him to be happy, but I guess, I jumped into conclusion just like in the past.” Miguel said. “And now, it is too late to correct everything.” He added—his voice is full of remorse and regret. “I am sorry, Isabella, Don Samuel.”

“You didn’t do anything wrong, Miguel.” Isabella said. “You just did what you think is right. You just want to protect Tyron, and I am grateful with that. I am glad that there are people who cherish him.” She added.

“of course, he is my brother—my one and only brother.” Miguel said emotionally. “He sacrificed a lot for me; he gave up his dream to be a full-time pilot just to continue running the company—a company that is not ours in the first place.”

“Our family have many things to apologize to you, Don Samuel.” Ivy said. “Not only that we stole your company but we even wrongly accused you for murder.” Ivy added making Isabella gasps in surprise. “We accused you without legal basis, even the police can’t find any lead directing to you and yet we still accused you. We are so sorry, Don Samuel.”

“We really are sorry for our actions, Don Samuel.” Miguel seconded.

“I already told you that there’s nothing to be sorry about. I am also at fault here; I betrayed my friend and now I am paying it for it.” The Don said.

“If you’re talking about that woman, it is not your fault grandpa!” Isabella said. “That woman played a fool out of you and your friend.” She added.

“There is something you need to read, Don Samuel.” Miguel said and glances at his mother. “Maybe if he reads it, we will leave the past behind and move on. I will just get it.” He said and went upstairs.

“When I read my husband’s diary, I fully understand everything why he would secretly meet up with you and your son and sometimes he will bring our sons with him.” Ivy said. “He already knew the truth and he even tried to pursued his father to return the company to you but because of my father-in-law’s pride the company remained in our family.”

Just then Miguel came rushing down with a notebook and an envelope in his hand.

“This is my father’s diary and my grandfather’s letter to you.” Miguel said as he handed the diary and the envelope.

The Don silently reads the letter first and after a while he is tearing up. Isabella who is seating next to Don Samuel took a quick glance on the letter and she also can’t help not to tear up.

‘To an old friend of mine, Samuel.

You are my only and real friend, Samuel and I regret what I did to you. I am blinded by rage and jealousy when I caught you and Margarette and didn’t bother listening to your explanation and I even stole the company that we both desperately put up.

My guilt has been consuming me but because of my pride, I can’t even apologize to you. When I learned that our sons are getting close together, I am happy and at the same time afraid that the past might repeat itself again. That is the reason why I am against their friendship, but they proved me that their friendship is strong and no matter what happens, they will stick to each other and support each other.

I also heard from my son that you are planning on merging the companies… I will respect the decision of my son. Afterall, Cruz Enterprises is originally yours, you devoted your blood and sweat while we are establishing it and I stole it from you. I am so sorry for that. I really do.

But be aware of my first son, Frederick, he has always dreamt of having the company in his hands. I am afraid that he might damage the company, he may be my son but I don’t tolerate what he is doing.

Before I forget, I heard from my son that my grandson, Tyron promised to marry your granddaughter, Isabella… Well, I really hope and wish that it will come true. Do you remember, when we were young? We always talked about it when we were young, marrying our child to each other, but we both had sons… I really hope that this time, our promise to each other will be fulfilled.

P.S. I don’t even know why I am writing this when I know that it will never reach you. But if you are reading this now, that means I am dead and haven’t personally ask your forgiveness; and maybe this is the start to end the feud between our families, but I will make sure to it that before I die, I will try to end the feud once and for all. And maybe we can have a drink together, just like the old times.

I am sorry, my dear old friend. Until then.

Your friend who is full of pride,

Henry Cruz

The Don quietly wipes his tears as he finished reading the letter.

“How did he die?” The Don asks. “From what I heard, he died because of heart attack.”

“Yes, grandpa died because of a sudden heart attack.” Miguel answers. “If I remember correctly, the night grandpa dies, Uncle Fred is shouting for help.”

“Yes, that’s true but now that we think about it, that night, Fred is somewhat agitated and they had a little disagreement over dinner. Do you think that Fred has something to do with his death?” Ivy asks.

“If it’s Fred that we are talking about he might really did something.” Don Samuel said.

“What should we do now?” Ivy asks.

“I guess, all we could for is to wait for Gabriel’s good news.” Isabella said.

“I guess that is what’s best for now, we can’t risk anything, especially you, Isabella, you are carrying Tyron’s child.” Ivy said.

“Yes, ma. I’m carrying the child Tyron left us with.” Isabella said as she rubs her belly. She will definitely protect her unborn child at all cost.