One year when Martha and Merlyn were kidnapped. Katsuo proposed that they will have another family meeting and reunion. Everyone agreed, and it was scheduled next week.
The Tera Law firm is now a large and stable law firm with 300 lawyers nationwide, with its central office is situated on the 10th floor PBCom Tower, Ayala Avenue, Makati.
Juan also acquired a new flat on the 65th floor of the Grand Hyatt Manila, 66 floors- which is 318 meters tall. The highest in the Philippines
Tera Law firm has the most advanced computer, with database and processing machines, connected to the crime laboratories, medical technology laboratories, autopsy laboratories, and other related evidence preservation and determination such as DNA, finger, and handprints, ballistic, and gun prints identification.
Juan's Audi e-Tron, the new electric sports car, was just burned lately by Rojack's men as he supposed, as he was ambushed. His new Audi e-tron will be replaced next week.
He is just using his new motorcycle, Yamaha YZF-R6 is one of the most advanced supersport machines ever built. Aerodynamic MotoGP styling wraps up an incredibly intelligent racing machine, complete with ABS brakes, top-shelf suspension, and a full suite of electronic rider aids.
Paulo is busy with his Gallery, his paintings now are sad pictures, praying people, and children in need.
Ruthie is continuing her study for her masteral degree with Asian Institute of Management – Washington SyCip Graduate School of Business.
Juan just received from his client Richard Tan the remaining 1.8 million pesos share and another three million from another company for a real estate transaction.
The reunion was held at the Grand Hyatt Manila. From the airport, Katsuo, Ichika, Ely, Luz, Joel, and Jacky arrived with the private jet. Juan fetches them as the pilot of the helicopter from the airport and they landed in the helipad of the Grand Hyatt Manila.
The meeting was in Juan's flat, the hotel served the buffet of Japanese and Filipino food. They started the meeting with prayers.
Katsuo said, " before I die, I hope, Martha is already home"
They all cried.
Ruthie then called Juan. "There is a letter, addressed to you from the Robinhood Mission House, Cabilao Island, Loon, Bohol"
"When did this letter came?"Juan asked.
" Just today, when you went to the airport, the postmaster called actually because the letter returned and he knew you, he called the office, and I gave this new address," Ruthie said.
He opened the thick envelope.
"Hey! Everybody listen, this is a letter from Mama Martha!" Juan said.
"What! addressed to whom?" Tony said.
"This one to you Dad,( He gave the letter to Tony), this one to Grandpa(He gave it to Katsuo), for Dad Ely(He gave it to Ely), for Paulo, Ruthie, and mine," Juan said.
"Nothing for me?" Jacky asked.
Here with me is Mama Martha's letter to us:
"Juan and Jacky, Don't worry, I'm fine and I'm going home soon, I know you have made a final date on June 5 and it is weeks from this writing for your wedding. Make it happen as scheduled. I may be home at that time. But no matter what, it is my prayer and wishes that your wedding will continue that date with or without me. I cannot give many details, I'm just finishing a project for God, pray for me, God willing, I can go home safe. Miss you both and I love you. Your Mom, Martha." Juan is reading in tears.
Katsuo in tears, "She said, we must move on, continue what was planned. Juan and Jacky, what is your decision?"
"We will obey her wish," Jacky said.
The wedding was planned and the preparation was continued. Martha instructed them to go on as if she is present.
Instead of that, we will do the first wedding in Japan, why not we do it here in the Philippines first and the second reception and marriage vows are in Japan? Tony asked.
Everyone agreed.
Robert had received a report that the group of Rojack is divided into factions now, they are fighting for territory and are working against each other and are going in opposite directions. Marlon has reported ti Juan that there are former members of the group from Bohol that said Rojack has freed them to start a new life.
Rojack arrived in Cebu with Martha and Merlyn. They are housed in an old big house. Rojack called a meeting of all the members of his group including the factions. They still feared Rojack and they went to attend.
He said, he is tired already of hurting other people and destroying the youth with drugs. I will disband our group and I will give you something to start a new life. You still have the chance to change and be a good citizen and you don't need to be afraid and always on the run. I will take responsibility for all your sins as your leader. Now those who want a new life come and get your farewell gifts.
Some started coming, and get their envelope, but a group of addicts get their guns and started shooting. The loyal forty who came from Bohol, shoot about sixteen of them dead. Rojack was hit bit only a scratch.
"I'm sorry for those who want to have it all. Now, who wants to get their envelopes let's continue." Rojack said.
Then they all get their envelopes of one hundred thousand pesos each.
He gave the forty each with envelopes and said, Let's get out of here.
As they went out, they were ambushed by those who want to get more, they know that there are still millions with Rojack. But Rojack had already through the cooperative, had deposited the money in different accounts, and he has just a few million in cash for his personal operations.
A gunfight that attracted the police was now uncontrollable.
"Martha, this is the result of the love of money. I can now see the truth that these people are bot loyal to me but to money and they only fear me but would betray me in times like this" Rojack said. The gunfight killed all the rebel groups against Rojack but five of his loyal group died in the fight. They escaped and went to another safe house. He called Marlon.
Marlon went to see him secretly. Marlon is under protection as a witness against the drug suppliers and laboratories.
They hugged when they see each other.
"Boss, what is your plan?" Marlon asked.
"I will surrender and pay for my sins," Rojack said.
"I can arrange that. what if you be a state witness against the drug suppliers and drug laboratories?" Marlon asked.
"I'm willing," Rojack said.
Then I will arrange a safe passage for you.
"Bring Martha and Merlyn with you, they are free already," Rojack said.
"Yes, Boss!" Marlon brings Martha and Merlyn to his van and they went to his safe house. He called Juan.
"Juan, Martha, and Merlyn is with me now, Rojack wants to be a state witness against drug suppliers and laboratories, is that possible?" Marlon said.
"I will go there now. I will do what can be done to do it" Juan said.