127As Darwin and Alastair exited The Golden Fork, the morning sun had grown brighter overhead. Their discussion had lifted Darwin's spirits, filling him with a renewed sense of purpose. Facing Maxwell directly was a risky plan, but it gave him agency in toppling the man who'd caused him so much gri

129After the encounter with Emmanuel, Darwin couldn't help but feel a mixture of victory and unease as he entered his car. His thoughts were a whirlwind as he drove to Weston Manufacturing Corp., the latest altercation providing unexpected insights into his ongoing struggle with Maxwell. Upon arri

131Darwin couldn't help but feel a tinge of satisfaction at Derek's clear discomfort and disbelief. All those years of torment at the orphanage by Derek and his gang came flooding back. "Sit down, Derek," Darwin said coolly, gesturing to one of the chairs in front of his large oak desk. Derek beg

133Seeing Darwin's guarded appreciation, Emmanuel felt a warmth spread through him, a stark contrast to the cold dread that had filled him earlier. "I... I just want to make things right," he said, his voice cracking with emotion.Darwin nodded, a silent acknowledgment of Emmanuel's sincerity. He t

135Maxwell was in his office, seething with anger towards Emmanuel Hughes. How dare that imbecile betray him. He wished to beat him senseless, teach him a lesson about loyalty. But with his plan foiled and his hands tied by the sudden intervention at Emmanuel's apartment, physical retribution was n