The Janitor's Legacy
Alex Chen mops TechNova’s office’s polished floors in the busy heart of New York City. He is just another nameless janitor to the busy workers who are hurrying by, someone to be laughed at or ignored. They are unaware that a man of extraordinary power and influence lies beneath this simple guise.
Alex was raised to be a leader because he was the heir to the old Phoenix Clan. In any case, a severe fight for control constrained him in banishment, abandoning all that he knew, including Elena, the lady he cherished.
In the mountains of Tibet, Alex studied under a reclusive healer for years, becoming an expert in both martial arts and medicine. In the shadows, he fabricated the Shadow Circle, a secret network so huge and compelling that even New York's most remarkable figures murmur its name in wonder.
Alex has since returned to take back what is his. Elena is involved in a relationship with Nicholas Vega, the ruthless heir of the Scorpion Syndicate, as the rival Syndicate's hold on Chinatown has grown. Covering his real character, Alex carries on with an apparently typical life as a janitor while plotting his vengeance.
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Chapter: RISING TENSIONCaptain Brian Reeves stood at his precinct window, his face etched with concern, as the city trembled with Chimera's awakening. Reports poured in from all over New York, describing unusual annoyances, unexplained technological failures, and murmurs of a shadowy figure taking on the Organization. "Captain!" Officier Blake rushed into the room, exhausted. "Additional event in Chinatown. Witnesses claim a masked man killed five Syndicate enforcers on his own." Reeves frowned as he stroked his chin. This wasn't the first report of its kind. "Any specific information about our vigilante?" Blake gave a headshake. "Proficient in martial arts and quick. "We only have that." Reeves gestured, his mind racing. This unidentified fighter appeared to be at the heart of a major development. Alex Chen groaned as Mia treated his wounds across town. Their temporary headquarters was located in an abandoned warehouse. While applying a bandage, Mia muttered, "You're lucky it's not deep." Alex dealt
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Chapter: FIRST STRIKEAs Alex sat crouching on a rooftop with a view of the docks, the night air was thick with tension. A massive cargo ship that had just entered port was surrounded by a flurry of activity below him. Dark- hoody men swarming around shipping containers moved quickly and stealthily. When Alex saw a familiar face, Victor Vega's right hand man, only known as "The Butcher," Alex's eyes narrowed. The Syndicate's top enforcer personally oversaw the operation because of the significance of whatever was in those containers.Through Alex's earpiece, Mia's voice cracked, "I'm in position." "Systems of security are looped. You have ten minutes before they notice anything going on."Alex settled into himself by taking a long breath. "Understood. Father, would you say you are prepared with the interruption?"In spite of the danger, Chen Sr. replied, "Just say the word, son."Alex got up and rolled his shoulders to relax them. "Let us dance." With liquid beauty, he jumped from the housetop, utilizing a
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Chapter: THE SYNDICATE’S GRIPAs night fell in New York City, Chinatown's neon lights came to life. From the outside, it appeared to be any other busy neighborhood tourists snapping photos, locals hurrying home from work, and the stench of spices and dumplings emanating from cramped restaurants. Regardless, beneath the facade of business as usual, a vile current ran deep. Victor Vega sat at the head of a long table in the Brilliant Mythical Serpent Eatery's dimly lit back room, surrounded by his top lieutenants. The inner circle of the Scorpion Syndicate."Report," Victor said, his endured face drawn in hard lines. His men recounted the day's events one by one, including the collection of protection funds, the expulsion of rival gangs from their territory, and the successful passage of illegal goods through the port. Victor gestured, satisfied. "And the woman from Chen?" A younger man leaned forward, appearing hungry and lean. "Boss, Nicholas has her. Alongside that legal advisor's expansiveness."Victor's eyes be
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Chapter: HEART IN THE BALANCEElena Zhang's corner office had floor to ceiling windows that overlooked the glittering New York City skyline. Her achievements as a struggling immigrant family and one of the most well known corporate lawyers in the city were constantly brought to light by the view. However, she did not enjoy the sight today. Nicholas texted her, "Dinner tonight." 8 PM. Try on the red dress.Elena closed her eyes, fighting off a wave of repulsion. She knew it wasn't a solicitation. With Nicholas, it will never be. As she returned to her desk, she noticed a framed picture she had hidden in the bottom drawer. It depicted a younger version of herself, snickering in the arms of an attractive young man. Alex Chen. The one she had adored. She had lost the man.Elena recalled her brief, explosive encounter with Alex in the car earlier that morning. She was shaken to her core by seeing him again after all these years. He became tougher and more focused. However, his eyes looked at her in the same way.A thud
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Chapter: UNSEEN ALLIESSarah Chen walked into TechNova's sparkling headquarters as the sun was just rising. She purposefully moved her heels across the lobby, bringing attention to herself as she passed. Sarah, at 32, was one of the youngest Presidents in the technology industry, and she carried herself with the confidence of someone who had fought hard for her position. Sarah's mind was already racing with the challenges of the day as she entered the elevator. TechNova was on the verge of making a breakthrough that could transform the business, but funding was limited. If she did her best, the gathering scheduled for later could make a significant difference.Mike, her executive assistant, was waiting with a hot cup of coffee when the elevator doors opened. "Morning, Sarah," he said as he stepped alongside her. "Your meeting with Golden Dragon Imports at 9 a.m. has been confirmed." Mr. Their Representative "Vega, I just arrived." Sarah frowned as she accepted the coffee. "Vega? I mistook my meeting with Ha
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Chapter: THE HEIR'S RETURNAs the vehicle sped through New York's busy streets, Alex and Elena were transported further into the city center. Long stretches of implicit words and covered feelings pressed against them, threatening to burst forth. "What do you mean, stop?" The silence was broken when Alex finally inquired. "Elena, you don't know what's at stake here," he told her.Elena's eyes were full of outrage and concern. "Alex, no. You do not get it. Changes have happened. There is no more Chinatown like the one you left behind." As she spoke, the world around Alex became obscured. The car's sleek interior was replaced by a stark landscape of snow-covered mountains. He was overcome with the vivid memory, as if it had only happened yesterday...Six years ago, the icy wind slashed Alex's thin clothing like a knife as it howled. Every step was a battle against the elements and his own exhaustion as he stumbled forward. How many steps did he take? Days? Weeks? In this desolate landscape, time had lost all meani
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