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ANSEL LUTHER'S RISE TO POWER Other ways to get fragments
The next morning, Ansel couldn't go to the Castillo group and so he stayed in the mansion.Knowing that a visit to the Castillo group would almost certainly draw the attention of the media, Ansel decided to maintain a low profile.After all, he had no desire to become the subject of intense scrutiny and speculation regarding his miraculous recovery.He decided to stay home for a few days before getting back to work.In the mansion's gym, Ansel pushed his body to the limit, finishing his final lap with a thunderous thud as he collapsed onto the ground, his breath ragged and his muscles burning with exertion.Carrying the heavy metal and running was doing a good job of helping him develop a strong physique.However, it has its side effects also.Panting was one of them and Ansel popped the bottle water open.He gulped down the cold contents before getting back on his feet.Earlier that day, he had snuck into the gym room.If a member of the Castillo group found him then they would defi
ANSEL LUTHER'S RISE TO POWER Congratulations
Ansel stood tall, his eyes fixed on the two dragons before him.Their scales glistened like gold and crimson in the dim light while their eyes burned with fierce intensity. He knew he was no match for them in physical strength, but he had his Qi energy to rely on."You think you can defeat us, human?" one dragon sneered, its voice like thunder. "We will crush you like the insignificant insect that you are."Ansel smiled grimly. "I've taken down one of your kind before. What makes you think I won't do it again?"The dragons laughed, their flames dancing with amusement. "You were lucky last time," the other dragon said. "This time, you will not be so fortunate."Ansel scoffed at their reply, wondering how the dragons could talk so clearly.It was a game after all and so he wasn't surprised.With a fierce cry, the dragons charged at Ansel, their claws swiping through the air with deadly precision. Ansel on the other hand was quick to dodge their attacks.But he knew he couldn't keep th
ANSEL LUTHER'S RISE TO POWER The date with Angelina: 1
The next morning Ansel got dressed up to attend the date with Angelina.He had selected Almond five star restaurant for their date with a specific purpose in mind. It was one of the most exclusive and high-end restaurants in the city, renowned for its exceptional cuisine and opulent atmosphere.With his Userwealth profile on Tikstream, Ansel was aware that Angelina would likely expect him to take her to a top-tier dining establishment like Almond. He had carefully chosen the prestigious restaurant to cater to her refined tastes, hoping to exceed her expectations.Ansel arrived at Almond restaurant, exuding confidence as he stepped through the doors. Upon entering, he was greeted by the sight of Angelina sitting elegantly in the exclusive VIP section, her beauty outshining even the most opulent details of the restaurant.Well in advance of their date, Ansel had secured a reservation in Almond's VIP section. She was wearing a short floral green dress which matched perfectly with her
ANSEL LUTHER'S RISE TO POWER The date with Angelina :2
The door opened quietly and Clara entered, carefully carrying a large cart filled with an impressive variety of dishes. She had a huge grin on her face as she walked.Though seeing Ansel smile playfully with Angelina made her heart hurt, she masked it up with a grin.Ansel and Angelina spared her no glance and they continued with their discussions.While Clara was arranging, she made sure to stay so close to Angelina.Clara's eyebrows furrowed, her gaze fixed on Angelina's expensive-looking dress.The sight of the outfit only fueled the rising tide of her discontent."Can I get some extra sugar in my tea?" Angelina asked innocently, even going as far as having a polite smile on her face.Clara replied with a nod and dropped some cubes of sugar gently in the tea.While dropping some in the tea, a cube of sugar fell to the ground and she released a loud gasp."I am so sorry for this. I'll get it cleaned immediately." Clara apologized and then squatted down to pick up the cube.Clara cl
ANSEL LUTHER'S RISE TO POWER Kicked out!
Atticus gave the command for the CCTV footage to be brought forth without delay.Clara, however, sought to dissuade him, her voice insistent as she insisted, "This is a complete waste of time! I know for a fact that one of them took it." "You have accused Angelina of theft. It is only fair that we ascertain the truth with proof. If your allegations are substantiated, then the consequences for her will be dire." Ansel said coldly, his hands placed in his trouser pockets in a carefree manner.Angelina responded with a small nod. The fatigue of the situation was beginning to wear on her. Her attempts to plead her innocence had left her throat parched and her voice ragged.She stood still, refusing to say any words.Hopefully, the CCTV footage would be able to save her from their claims.Clara on the other hand couldn't stop blabbing some words as they waited."I see no need to delay the inevitable with such frivolous investigations. This is simply a ploy to buy time." she declared, her
ANSEL LUTHER'S RISE TO POWER A short visit to the herb store
Ansel watched as Clara tried breaking free from the guards grip.The guards' actions were swift and merciless, their hands closing around Clara's wrists with a grip of iron.She struggled against their relentless grasp, but to no avail as her legs flailed helplessly, her body pulled along the floor in a futile attempt to resist.As the door swung shut behind the guards, a contemplative silence descended upon the room. Atticus turned his thoughts inward, deliberating over how best to salvage the evening and ease the tension."As compensation for the unfortunate incident that has ruined your day, I will have fresh dishes prepared for you. Please feel free to order anything you desire, as your meal will be my gift," he stated, his expression conveying a sense of genuine regret.As Atticus turned to face Angelina, his posture shifted to one of supplication, his tone remorseful. "Please accept my deepest apologies, ma'am. I am disappointed that such an event occurred on my premises. As a
ANSEL LUTHER'S RISE TO POWER Fake accident
Ansel returned to Castillo mansion in the middle of the afternoon, the sun still high in the sky.His expectation of being greeted by the usual sight of his housekeeper was disrupted by the presence of two unfamiliar women. The women wore white gowns that reached just above their knees, the elegant simplicity of the garments accentuating their figures.Their attention snapped to Ansel as he entered the room, prompting them to abandon their current tasks and approach him with haste.Ansel answered their greetings briefly, it was the first time he was seeing them in the Castillo mansion.He entered his room and dropped the herbs on the ground gently before walking to the bathroom.Splashing some water on his face, he breathed out in relief.He had informed Atticus of his plans to join them in their mission.In return, Atticus pledged to support Ansel in arranging a spectacular celebration for grandfather Kian and further assured Ansel that he would be present at the occasion. Now that
ANSEL LUTHER'S RISE TO POWER Known scammers in the city
"Oh, this is serious," Ansel feigned concern, his voice dripping with dramatic overtones as he squatted down next to the old woman. "Let me take a closer look, dear grandmother. But be warned, the healing process may cause a great deal of pain." It wasn't swollen which only meant she was completely fine. They had been in the traffic for what he assumed to be three minutes. If her knees were indeed broken then he would be able to see a broken or dislocated joint. She had none of the symptoms and Ansel was able to see through her lies. However, He decided to play along. This woman was probably one of those people who scammed innocent strangers of their money. The old woman's facade of weakness melted away as her mask of irritation and entitlement slipped into place. She spat out her words with venom, her eyes sharp as blades as she glared at Ansel. "Keep your hands to yourself, boy! I will not accept treatment from the likes of you. And don't think for a moment that I can't tell
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"Have you forgotten the past so soon?"
"Father-in-law Luther," the older man’s voice cracked. He stood a few feet away with his shoulders slouched, looking smaller than anyone had ever seen him. "I wish... I wish I could bring her back, I really do. But I can’t. I know that now. It's all my fault and i apologize for my past mistakes." His eyes darted from grandfather Luther to Ansel. "Please, just let me prove I’m sorry. I want to be part of this family again. We need to live together as one. I want to be with my children again."The memories came flooding back for him. He remembered the day he had pushed his family out, standing there with his new wife and acting like he had won. He had believed he had everything under control, that with Ansel’s mother’s wealth, he could live a life of luxury. It was only now that he realized how much he had truly lost.If he had been patient enough, he would have gotten to find out that grandfather was a rich man. Even the car behind grandfather cost almost a hundred million dollars.M
Sobs
Ansel stepped out of the courthouse, the cool breeze of early morning ruffling his hair. The property that rightfully belonged to his mother was finally his again.He could still hear the judge’s voice echoing in his head in a calm but authoritative tone, “The court rules in favor of Ansel Luther, granting him full ownership of the property.”His lawyer had done exactly what Ansel had hired him for. No surprises there. With a lawyer of his caliber, victories like this were highly expected.But the image that stuck with Ansel the most was his stepmother’s face as the verdict was announced. She had fought hard to keep what didn’t belong to her, using every underhanded trick in the book, but now it was over.Another thing that was satisfying, though, was watching his father and stepmother's faces as reality hit them.As Ansel approached the garage, a sly grin tugged at the corner of his lips. He could still see the look of shock and outrage on his father’s face, too. His father's su
Courtroom
The morning sun passed through the tall windows of the courthouse, casting long shadows across the polished floor.Ansel stepped through the door, his polished shoes clicking softly as he walked down the aisle toward the front of the courtroom. He had chosen his outfit carefully, a tailored suit, crisp white shirt, and a dark tie that made him look every bit the man he had grown to become.As soon as he entered, heads turned, including those of his father and stepmother, who were seated across the room.His stepmother's brows furrowed when she saw him, her lips pursing in disapproval. Ansel didn’t acknowledge them. Instead, he walked toward the plaintiff’s seat with a faint smirk tugging at the corner of his mouth. The kind of smirk that said he had been waiting for this moment. His father, seated a few rows behind the defense table, leaned over to whisper something to his wife. He noticed how his stepmother hissed under her breath, clearly displeased.‘They think I spent my last
Kool Kat Klub
In front of the bar, two bulky bodyguards stood with arms crossed, their eyes scanning the crowd for any sign of trouble. The KKK(Kool kat Klub) Bar had a reputation, and they were there to make sure the wrong kind of people didn’t get in without paying for access.Ansel walked up to the door, handed one of the guards a few bills, and received a curt nod in return. They stepped aside, letting him through without a word. He pushed open the heavy door and stepped inside.The place was exactly as it was rumoured to be. The lights were dim, casting a reddish glow over the room.Music pumped through the speakers, loud enough to make his chest vibrate. Girls in skimpy outfits danced on platforms, their movements drawing the attention of the men partying below with drinks in hand and their laughter filling the air.Ansel wasn’t here for the party. He was here for Kael.He scanned the room, his eyes moving quickly from face to face. Kael had a habit of showing up in his bar.Ansel came pre
Kael’s illegal operations
The group of men rounded the corner, dragging a bulky, heavy-looking bag between them.Ansel’s instincts kicked in the moment he caught sight of them. The stench of powder still lingered in the air from earlier, and it wasn’t hard to piece it all together. This wasn’t cleaning equipment…it was something far more sinister.The men faltered when they saw him and the guy he’d pinned just moments ago, still on his knees and visibly rattled. Their steps slowed, unsure of what they’d just walked into.Ansel loosened his grip on the man he was holding and pushed him aside, stepping forward toward the group. His eyes flicked to the bag they were carrying.“What’s in the bag?” His voice was steady, calm, but his gaze locked onto their faces, looking for any hint of a lie.The man on the floor stammered again, “It’s… it’s just cleaning stuff, I swear.”Ansel sneered, his patience wearing thin. He wasn’t in the mood for more nonsense. He moved closer, his presence alone enough to make them twitc
Visiting the warehouse
★★★On their way back, they passed by the MPK building, its towering structure silhouetted against the darkening sky.The government rewards were secured in his bag. Most notably, the key to the advanced medical equipment he had been given. Ansel leaned back in the car seat, his eyes distant as he recalled his stepmother’s chilling words about his sister.He clenched his fists. But now wasn’t the time to dwell on it. There were more pressing matters at hand.“Anthony,” Ansel said, his voice breaking the silence, “Take me to Grove Street. I need to check on something at the warehouse.”Anthony glanced at him through the rearview mirror. “Are you sure? It’s pretty late.”Ansel nodded, his gaze still fixed out the window. “I won’t be long. Just need to make sure everything’s in place.”It was already late at night, and the streets were quiet. The city’s usual noise had died down, and the dim street lights cast long shadows on the empty roads. They made their way through the dark streets
He has changed.
Ansel’s father’s mocking words echoed in his mind, pulling him into old wounds, but the sharp sound of heels hitting the cold marble floor snapped him out of it. He didn’t need to look up to know who was approaching—his stepmother’s presence was always announced by the clinking of her flashy jewelry.She strode into the room with her head held high, diamonds glinting at her neck, wrists, and ears. Ansel didn’t move. His face hardened as she came closer.“Well, well,” she said with a voice laced with false sweetness. “Look who’s back. Here to ask for money again, Ansel?”Ansel slowly looked her over, a cold sneer twisting his lips. His eyes locked on the woman who had torn his family apart so many years ago, the woman who had driven a wedge between his parents, ultimately destroying the family. He felt that familiar surge of anger rising, but he kept his voice level.“Keep. My. Name. Out. Of. Your. Mouth,” he said sharply, his words cutting through the air.His stepmother didn’t flinch
Two impossible options
Ansel checked the time on his watch. Two hours until the office closed, and the medical department was peaceful. No patients needed attention.At the end of the street, Anthony waited in the car. Ansel's expression was tight, and Anthony noticed that the young master didn't seem to be in a good mood today.He climbed into the car, shutting the door a bit harder than necessary."Is everything alright, Young master Ansel?" Anthony asked, glancing at Ansel in the rearview mirror.Ansel shook his head. The message from his assistant was still flashing before his eyes. His father, who had abandoned him and his mother years ago, was planning to sell her company. The same company he had taken from her before she passed away.Ansel could hardly believe that his father would dare to do that.But what was he expecting from a man who resulted in dirty tricks to get what he wanted?Anger boiled in Ansel's chest. He suddenly remembered his mother's tears, her desperation as his father's underhande
When things get heated
“Divorce?” Thora’s voice dripped with disbelief. “Who do you think you are, telling me what to do?”Claire’s nostrils flared as anger surged through her, and in a swift motion, she grabbed the glass cup sitting on the table and slammed it down. The glass shattered against the floor with a loud crash, shards scattering everywhere. It wasn’t until she heard the satisfying sound of the glass breaking that her anger felt even remotely manageable. She turned back toward Ansel, a sneer on her face, and then shifted her glare toward Thora.“I’m not blind. I can see clearly that he’s nothing but a stain on our family!” Claire spat out."Our family?" Thora corrected calmly.The sight of the broken shards of glass scattered on the floor infuriated her but she managed to maintain her cool."You can leave my office now, Claire. I have important matters to attend to."Claire felt like she had just heard the most insulting words of her life.She stammered as she tried to come up with a reply."Are
