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Travis took the initiative to greenlight the official announcement of The Trillionaire Elevation Gala, complete with a set date that started circulating across various channels.The news swiftly spread, capturing the attention of many, including the members of the Bloom family who found themselves on the guest list. Despite the apparent excitement surrounding the event, an undercurrent of concern and unease permeated the Bloom household. Alison, disgruntled, voiced her discontent, "It's infuriating to think that Joanna will be the face of Bloom Construction at the gala. Doesn't that strike you as unjust, Grandma?"Madame Emma, recognizing the gravity of the situation, responded witha perceptive nod, "This is indeed a matter of great importance. However, for the time being, let's channel our focus towards my upcoming seventieth birthday celebration and ensure that the invitations are sent out promptly. One of you should extend an invitation to Joanna and her family."Frustration marke
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The following day, Travis embarked on a journey to Mainville City with the intent of addressing the drug shipment issue mentioned by Gerald to Bianca. Having informed Devon and Damien of his arrival, he sought their assistance in intercepting the impending shipment.Before delving into this operation, Travis made an unexpected stop at the precinct where Edwin was incarcerated. The officers escorted him to one of the wards, surprising Edwin upon learning of his visitor. Astonished, Edwin rushed to greet Travis, pleading, "Travis… Travis, you came to visit. Please, I know I was wrong now, so please let me out of here! I promise to be good, so please, let me out!"Travis, adopting a quizzical expression, tilted his head and inquired, "You promise?"In a desperate display, Edwin fervently nodded, resembling a clucking chicken in his desperation. "I promise, so please, just let me out."Travis, acknowledging his plea, stipulated, "I'll consider releasing you, but only if you answer some of
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Devon passionately conveyed over the phone, “Kevin, I’m not kidding – this is not a drill! Bring a reliable friend of yours, and I promise, you won’t regret it. There’s a drug shipment about to cross Mainville City borders, and we need to intercept it.”Kevin hesitated, responding, “Devon, are you absolutely certain about this? I wouldn’t want to be chasing false alarms or crying wolf here.”“Kevin, we’ve been friends since college. I helped you a lot when you went to the police academy so I'm sure you can trust me on this.” Devon reassured.Kevin replied, “Yeah, you have a point. Fine, I’ll bring a trustworthy friend along. It won’t hurt to check it out,” Kevin conceded.“Great! Then you need to be here before 3:00 pm today. It’s crucial if we want to intercept it before arrival,” Devon emphasized.“Of course, I understand. I'll take care of it.”After wrapping up the call, Devon shifted his attention to Travis and Damien, giving them a confirming nod. “He’s on board; now we have a g
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“I'm so sorry, but we are just ensuring protocol as police officers in case of any potential violations. You're free to go now, Sir.” Kevin said and the truck drove away.After the encounter with the truck, Kevin, feeling weary and frustrated, expressed his irritation toward Travis. “What can I expect from a rich boy like you? I’m starting to believe that I’m wasting my time here when I could be attending to other crucial matters,” he grumbled, his discontent apparent.Unfazed by the criticism, Travis retorted, “Just keep inspecting, Mr. Miller. There’s still time, so quit complaining and focus more on inspecting!” Travis, displaying a hint of annoyance, reminded Kevin of the primary task at hand.However, Kevin, visibly angered, reminded Travis, “You know that I don't work for you so don't you dare speak to me in that manner!”Travis, undeterred, asserted, “I pay my taxes for the law to be enforced, Mr. Miller. Your role as a police officer is to rid the world of criminals. Set aside
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Kevin’s patience wore thin, and he raised his voice, exclaiming, “Misters, what are we waiting for? You’re wasting time here! Just get down and show us your cargo! That’s the only way we can let you go!” He shot a stern glance their way, concealing his growing annoyance.Landon, the truck driver, responded with a touch of irritation, “It’s just candy, Officer! Children’s candy!”Kevin met his statement with a blank stare. “So, what’s stopping you from showing us the cargo? My advice is to quit acting suspiciously. If it’s genuinely just children’s candy, then come down and show us; it shouldn’t be that hard.”Gritting his teeth in frustration, Landon exchanged a glance with Jill, his eyebrow raised. “If we show them the cargo, what if they open it?”“Why should they? It’s not as if they suspect we’ll be carrying drugs, or do you think they do? Do you think that’s the reason for this checkpoint? Are they here for us?” Jill anxiously rushed the words, speaking in hushed tones.Landon l
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Gerald Kramer, gripped by an unsettling sense of anxiety, anxiously awaited the arrival of Landon and Jill, bearing what he deemed as crucial shipments. A lingering unease permeated his thoughts, an unfamiliar feeling for someone accustomed to seamless operations. As the anticipation weighed on him, he couldn't shake the foreboding notion that something ominous lurked beneath the surface.The entrance of his new right-hand man, Tiger, into the room mirrored the tension in the air. Rising from his seat, Gerald inquired, "Any word from them? Have Landon and Jill successfully delivered the shipments?"Tiger, visibly apprehensive, shook his head, delivering the unwelcome news. "No updates yet, Boss Kramer. We haven't received any communication from Landon and Jill."Frustration seized Gerald, and he vented his growing angst by forcefully slamming his hand against the table. The uncharacteristic disruption in his normally smooth operations had him on edge, amplifying his impatience.In the
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The much-anticipated day of Madame Emma’s birthday finally dawned, casting an air of significance over Joanna and her family. The atmosphere buzzed with anticipation as preparations for Madame Emma’s grand birthday banquet unfolded within the opulent confines of one of the good hotels in Grove City.Madame Alice, Joanna’s mother, and her sister, Ashley, had taken up residence in the mansion for the past few days, still grappling with the sheer magnitude of their new surroundings.Amidst the hustle and bustle, an underlying motive fueled their presence: a plan to broach the topic with Joanna, proposing the idea of permanently residing with her.As the family readied themselves to leave the house for the celebration, Joanna, seemingly lost in the whirlwind of preparations, turned to Travis with a crucial inquiry. The weight of Madame Emma’s expectations bore down on her as she inquired about the readiness of the birthday present."Oh, here it is." Travis, flashing a reassuring smile, pr
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Madame Emma's countenance transformed into a fiery display of anger as her cheeks swelled like vibrant blobs of red paint. A heated glare was directed specifically at Joanna, Travis, and especially Madame Alice, who had approached Madame Emma with the intent of offering greetings.In a torrent of furious words, Madame Emma unleashed her discontent, "What kind of gift are you presenting to me on my birthday, Alice, Joanna? This is utterly unacceptable!"Attempting to pacify the mounting tension, Madame Alice nervously intervened, "Please don't get so worked up, Mom. This is a pill called Eterna, purportedly a miraculous remedy for chronic diseases caused by the three highs..."Before she could conclude her explanation, Matthew interjected with a sardonic grin, "Are you insinuating that you all are eager for Mom to succumb to chronic diseases? Is that the underlying message behind gifting her this pill?""No, Mom, Uncle Matthew, that's not what my mom meant..."Joanna's complexion turne