"You sure you want to do this?" Collins asked, raising an eyebrow. His face was covered in an evil smirk. "That's an awful lot of money to risk on one hand."Miles nodded firmly. "I'm sure. My family needs this. Let's play."An uneasy silence fell over the gathered onlookers as Collins pondered his opponent. Miles stared straight ahead, showing no signs of bluff or fear. After an agonizing minute, Collins sighed and pushed his own chips forward to call. "Alright, let's see 'em. What have you got?"Miles flipped over his cards to reveal a full house, kings over queens. It was an extremely strong hand, but not unbeatable. Collins paused for dramatic effect before slowly turning over his cards - two pair, jacks, and sevens. Gasps erupted from the crowd. Miles had done the unthinkable - beaten Collins at his own game with a massive bet. The billionaire grinned across the table at his foe, a mix of irritation and grudging admiration on his face. "Well played, man. I have to hand it to y

He performed a roundhouse kick on a guard, causing him to collide with a wall. A different guard threw a punch, but Miles dodged and retaliated with a punch to the ribs, then an elbow to the jaw."Stop him!" a shout came from the rear. Miles spun around, seizing a guard's wrist and tossing him over his shoulder. The guard fell to the ground with a heavy thud, struggling to breathe.Observing from afar, Collins felt his heart pounding. "He's crazy!" he said to Ethan who was equally scared as they both stepped back.Miles focused on Collins, his eyes filled with anger. Collins's complexion became very pale.Collins quickly said “Easy Miles. I will get you your money just let me make a phone call.”Miles said, “You better make it quick.”Collins converges with Ethan"What are you going to do if you can't get the money in time?" Ethan asked worriedly. Collins ran a hand through his hair. "I have no idea. Miles didn't seem like he was bluffing about sending me to the hospital. Maybe I can

Ledger straightened up. "This peasant dared to assault my son and the butler. He refuses to leave until paid what he claims is owed.""And is the debt valid?" Marcus inquired.Ledger hesitated. "Well... there was a bet, but-""I apologize for any disturbances, Mr. Autumn," Miles cut in calmly. "I came only seeking the repayment of a legitimate debt. Six billion was agreed upon, yet only a partial payment was offered."Marcus turned to Collins. "Is this true?"Collins shuffled his feet. "Well, yes, but I don't actually have six billion...""A debt is a debt," Marcus replied firmly. He then addressed Miles. "What is it you request to settle this?""The full six billion as originally agreed," Miles replied. Marcus considered this. "While violence cannot be condoned, neither can valid debts go unpaid. Ledger, Collins - the full six billion will be provided from your accounts. In the future, do not take on obligations you cannot honor."Ledger sputtered in protest but dared not refuse the

“Half brother you mean”, said Racheal as she cuts in on Her brother Caleb and her father, Nigel’s conversation. “He is a no good half-blood if I had ever seen one.” She continues with a apple in his hand and has she sits on the lounge chair “you have always been too nice and easy on him Father, I would never understand why grandpa would chose him as the heir of the family”. Racheal exclaimed has she takes a bit out of the red apple in her hand.Nigel rebuttals has he takes his sit “Don’t worry my dear beautiful daughter. He has promise he will behave, or so I hope he will……” just then Maximilian walks into the grand foyer dropping his bag and spreading his arm as if to signify his presence. The eldest son and heir to the Autumn family empire has return home at long last."Ah, Grandpa," Max drawled, his gaze sweeping over his siblings with a hint of disdain, before he turned back to his grandfather. "It's been too long. I must say, the mantle of patriarchy suits you well."Marcus knew

The club erupted as Collins' threw the first punch. Miles maintained his composure, dodging Collins' sloppy strikes with practiced grace. "Stand down, Collins. I don't want to hurt you," Miles urged calmly. But the drunken man was beyond reason. Collins lunged at Miles again with a garbled yell. This time, Miles caught his wrist and used Collins' momentum to flip him over his shoulder onto a nearby table, which shattered under the weight."Enough!" Miles shouted over the din. He grasped Collins firmly but without injury as the man flailed on the floor. Rachel hurried over, eyes wide with worry. "Miles, are you alright? We have to get out of here before things escalate further!"Miles nodded, helping Collins to his unsteady feet. "Go, I'll handle this and meet you outside." Reluctantly, Rachel fled the chaos.Miles turned back to Collins, still holding him securely. "Calm yourself. The night is over - go home and sleep it off." Collins finally stilled, panting heavily. His eyes wer