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ANSEL LUTHER'S RISE TO POWER Brother-in-law
When Ansel saw how speechless Mira was, he went up the stairs to get their marriage documents.Soon he returned back and flashed the certificate in front of Mira.Mira gasped in shock and stared at Thora with disbelief.After seeing enough proof, Mira sneered and then gave Ansel a dirty look."Sister Thora must be forced to do this. Don't think too highly of yourself" Mira said after handing the certificate back to Ansel.Thora shook her head in disapproval and Mira screamed out loud for the second time."Is he really your husband?" Mira asked again and Thora nodded her head in response."Do you love him, sister Thora?" Mira asked with a snort."You can't know everything about our marriage, Mira. I have told you all you need to know. Ansel is your brother-in-law and he will be taking you to your new apartment. Be a good girl, Mira." Thora said calmly and proceeded to walk away but Mira was quick to stop her."No way! You promised to take me to my new apartment and not brother-in-law.
ANSEL LUTHER'S RISE TO POWER Inside the restaurant
"It's not fake! I wouldn't expect you to know the difference between a real and a fake necklace. Your opinion doesn't matter, brother Ansel." Layla said with a flared nostril.She hadn't expected Ansel to pick up on it. Layla thought that it must be a coincidence but she wouldn't let him disgrace her in the presence of her new friends and so she gave him a challenging look."Brother Ansel, Layla is from one of the richest families in the city. She can't be wearing a fake necklace." Mira stepped in to defend Layla."It looks fake" Ansel just said plainly, he wasn't in the mood to argue words with them and so he started walking.Layla felt like she had been insulted and tried to meet up with his pace."Brother Ansel, you must be mistaken, my necklace cost nothing less than a million dollars." Seeing her refusal to accept the truth, Ansel decided that he wouldn't say any more words.The group then walked into the restaurant."Girls, you can order anything you want, I will pay the bill."
ANSEL LUTHER'S RISE TO POWER Fake friends
Kan balled his fist. Did Ansel know who he was talking to?"C'mon, Ansel, I wasn't talking to you. I was talking to the girls. I hope you weren't expecting me to invite your kind to our table?" Kan said with raised brow, he saw as Ansel slammed his palm on the table.Kan didn't care about what Ansel was feeling, he went ahead to introduce himself."I'm Kan Bush, the only heir to the Bush family's wealth." Ansel scoffed loudly. "I don't care who you are." Kan was taken aback, he felt like Ansel was indeed a rude pauper.He went on to sit beside Ansel but Ansel pushed him away before he could."Don't think you would get the chance to sit beside me." Ansel said with a tone that could make a chill run down anyone's spine.Kan overlooked it and decided not to think much about it.'Ansel must be new in the city' Kan thought to himself and used that as an excuse to spare Ansel."How about I introduce myself to you again. I'm sure you wouldn't want to experience the wrath of the Bush family
ANSEL LUTHER'S RISE TO POWER Angry Layla
Layla was yet to recover from the shock, she stood there, stunned, the water dripping down her dress.Kan, Kenzie and Gina also saw what had happened.They hurriedly rushed to check what was going on.Gasped filled the room when they saw how Layla was drenched from head to toe."How dare you, Mira! You will surely pay for this." Layla yelled with anger.She went ahead to grab a pie but she wasn't fast enough and Ansel quickly slammed the pie into her face.Now her face was filled with all sort of food.Layla turned to look at Kan for help.Kan watched the scene unfold in a daze, when he saw how Layla looked like with a pie on her face, he wanted to laugh but quickly refrained from doing so."Ansel! Who do you think you are? You have just stepped on the tail of a lion." Kan said angrily, this was also a chance to give Ansel what he truly deserved.Ansel wasn't in the mood to exchange words with any of them, he gestured for Mira to follow him.He was planning to leave the place with Mi
ANSEL LUTHER'S RISE TO POWER They begged for mercy
"Justin Li, what are you talking about? Ansel has offended your godson, you should be showing him what you are made of!" Kan yelled out in frustration,his brows knitted together as he stared at them all. This wasn't what he was expecting.Justin Li shot him an angry glare, why was Kan so stupid?With gritted teeth, Justin Li spoke with anger. "Are you saying that I don't know what I'm talking about? Do you know who Master Ansel is? Don't you dare try to challenge me, Kan!"Kan laughed coldly, he believed that Justin Li had mistaken Ansel for someone else."Open your eyes, Justin Li. You need to keep them wide open. Ansel is just a wannabe" Kan said sharply, he was about to talk again when he saw Justin's palm fly towards him.Slap!The slap echoed in the room and Kan stared back at Justin Li in shock.How dare Justin slap him?Kan was now enraged, he pointed his index finger at Justin Li angrily."Have you forgotten how much I pay you monthly? Did I pay you to slap me? If you don't do
ANSEL LUTHER'S RISE TO POWER Insufficient funds
The waiter, who had been standing at a distance observing the interaction, was just as astonished to see Justin Li in the restaurant as the others were. His jaw dropped slightly as he saw him walk away like nothing happened.Now seeing the four of them begging Ansel, the waiter shook his head.They had surely messed with the wrong person.He guessed that Ansel must be some important person.With a polite tone, he smiled as he turned to Ansel."Your bill is one thousand and thirty-four dollars. Are you paying with cash or card?"Mira understood they hadn't paid for their lunch and wanted to pay with her card. But Ansel stopped her and took out his own card to pay for their meals. "I will pay" Ansel said with a sharp tone and slid his card out from his pocket.It was just a regular card which was the one he had always used.The money which the antique store owner had given him was still in the bank and Ansel hadn't used it for anything.When the waiter saw the card, he accepted it with
ANSEL LUTHER'S RISE TO POWER Gina's harsh words
"We are not friends. I don't owe you anything, and I won't be paying for your meal. So either step aside and get out of my way, or I will make you move by force.”Layla moved out of the way and Mira left with Ansel.There was nothing they could do now, Layla breathed down deeply and saw Gina shaking nervously.Layla walked back to meet the waiter, she thought of words to say but she didn't know how to start the conversation.There was no money in her bank account since her family's company was at the verge of going bankrupt.She was only wearing the fancy clothes because she didn't want her friends to think of her as poor.The only person who could save them out of this situation was Gina.Layla's words were like honey, her voice dripping with saccharine sweetness as she turned to Gina. "Hey, I'm so sorry, but I seem to have left my credit card at home. I know this is a bit of a hassle, but do you think you could cover the bill for us both? I'll pay you back as soon as I can, I promis
ANSEL LUTHER'S RISE TO POWER The next two days
Two days passed within a blink of an eye and Ansel spent them creating pills.He made sure that he created enough, especially since the amount of sick people who came into the medical room was high.Smith even told Ansel that more people were waiting outside for treatments.He was starting to get tired but he allowed them in and began treating them.The ones whose conditions were severe were cured by using his acupuncture technique.Ansel treated them all while Smith did small tasks like bringing the drugs and helping Ansel whenever he needed his help.Now he was down to his final patient and Ansel pulled out the needles.He cleaned them and disinfected them before placing them in his bag."Try to rest a little. I have given you a drug that would help with the migraine and body pains."Ansel said with a yawn.The old worker thanked Ansel and then walked out of the medical room.At this point, it was already four pm in the evening and he knew it was time to leave.After saying goodbye t
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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