"Rachel, wait," Miles halted her gently. "We shouldn't rush if we'll regret it later."Rachel backed off, frustrated. "I know you're right but I wish this was easier." She hugged him tight. Miles hugged back, conflicted. "Me too. But you should head in - goodnight, Rachel." He drove off before she could protest. Rachel sighed as she made her way inside the Autumn mansion. She wondered why Miles has yet to kiss her and if she was moving too fast. As soon as she enters the grand foyer she is met with her older brother Max, who had an evil grin on his face up to his ears. “Welcome my dear sister.” Max said with a level of sacasm as he had been watching the two of them outside. Max burst it into a laughter as a sign of mocking Racheal. Racheal was annoyed as Max was in his late 30s, and is the eldest both he behaves immature. As her brother Max laughed inside. "Looks like loverboy bailed on you!""Shut up, Max!" Rachel pushed past. "At least I've got someone, unlike you." Max followe

Miles drove off, his mind racing. He had to outsmart Ledger without starting a war. He pulled over and hit up Caleb. "Yo, any dirt on Ledger?""Nada yet," Caleb replied. "But I've got feelers out on the down-low, like you asked. What's the game plan?"Miles groaned. "Ledger's playing dirty, threatening my fam if I don't back off. Gotta play nice for now while we dig up the goods.""That snake!" Caleb spat. "Whatever you need, man - the Autumns got your back.""Thanks, bro. For now, just keep tabs on Ledger. I'm gonna pay him a little 'friendly visit' to keep him sweet."Next day, Miles rolled up to the Webber place, fake smile plastered on. "Yo Ledger, got a sec?"Ledger smirked, waving him in. "Come to kiss the ring, huh?""Chill, man," Miles said smoothly. "Just wanna sort this out without any drama, you feel me?"Ledger poured some fancy booze, taking a sip. "So you're ditching Rachel like I said?""Whoa, slow your roll," Miles countered. "I've got an idea that'll work for both of

Collins laughed bitterly. "Consequences? My whole life has been nothing but consequences. Always living in my father's shadow, never good enough. And then you show up and make it all worse!""That's not true," Miles said, taking a cautious step forward. "Your father's been manipulating you, Collins. He's been using your anger to control you."Collins' hand wavered, uncertainty flashing across his face. "What are you talking about?"Before Miles could respond, the warehouse door opened again. Rachel walked in, her eyes widening at the scene before her. "Collins! What are you doing?" Miles was shocked, how did Racheal know to come to the warehouse she was in.Collins spun around, his gun now pointed at Rachel. "Stay back! This doesn't concern you!"Miles saw his opportunity and lunged forward, tackling Collins to the ground. The gun skittered across the floor as they grappled."Rachel, get out of here!" Miles shouted as he struggled with Collins.But Rachel didn't move. Instead, she pic

Feeling a jab to his ego, Miles stood up tall. "Okay. I'll play along. However, don't expect me to enjoy this."Lola smiled and guided him to the counter, where the ingredients were already prepared. "We will begin with something basic," she stated, passing him an apron. "Wear this." Miles cautiously observed the apron as he took it. "Wow, I'm actually going through with this, huh?" "Yes, you are," Lola answered while putting on her apron. "Let us now prepare the scones." While mixing the ingredients, Lola stood nearby, directing Miles's hands. She said "You have to handle the dough gently," her fingers touching his. "If you use too much force, the texture will harden." "You mean like this?" Miles asked with a tone that was both playful and serious While kneading the dough."Perfect," Lola replied, her smile getting bigger. "See, you have a talent for this." Miles couldn't resist laughing. "A lowly baker. Who could have imagined that?" Lola came close to Miles, breathing near hi

The criminals quickly got up and ran away, tripping over each other in their hurry to get away. After their departure, Miles gave the husband of the bakery owners a stack of bills."This should cover your debt. No harm will come to you while you're under my protection."The couple's eyes filled with tears of gratitude. "Thank you, Mr. Miles. We don't know how to repay you."Miles shook his head. "Just keep making these wonderful pastries."Lola observed the exchange with a grin, her heart filling with awe for Miles. Although he was known for being intimidating, she noticed his compassion and desire to keep those he loved safe.Miles' phone buzzed in his pocket as he was leaving his office. He glanced at the caller ID and answered, "Nigel, what can I do for you?""Miles, my boy," Nigel Autumn's voice crackled through the speaker. "I need you to head over to The Crimson Lotus Dojo. My daughter, Rachel, will be waiting for you at the entrance. It's important."Miles frowned, sensing the