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Wearing a smile, Travis brought out the pill, displaying it in front of Jonathan as he calmly stated, “Speak to me with courtesy, and you might find yourself in possession of this pill.”Jonathan’s gaze remained fixed on the small object resting in Travis’s palm. In a burst of desperation, he shouted, “Hey, you! Hand over that pill to me this instant!”Joanna, unable to contain her disbelief, let out a scoff at her uncle’s audacity. “What’s this uncle? You guys had rejected the pill and had even thrown it away when we had given it to grandma as her present. How could you even have the face to come back asking for it?""Address me as Uncle, yet lack an ounce of respect, Joanna. So what if we discarded it? Once given, it becomes ours to do with as we please.” Jonathan retorted with a smug tone. “I’m presenting you with two options now: surrender the pill, and I’ll compensate you with a hundred grand, or face the consequences as I hand you over to Lenny and his gang.”Travis interjected
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Travis and Joanna entered the amusement park, where Maya gleefully engaged in play at the slides.Madame Alice, donning a contemplative expression, seemed absorbed in her thoughts, her mind evidently occupied by weighty considerations.Spotting their arrival, a palpable sense of concern etched across her features, she promptly sought information on the unfolding situation.Travis, donning a subtle grin, offered reassurance, "I’ve effectively dealt with them." Expanding on his strategy, he continued, “I suggested to him that bringing Matthew here to earnestly plead for the pill is the sole avenue to save Grandma Emma.”Madame Alice, though not entirely thrilled with the notion of Matthew resorting to pleading, acknowledged the strategic move, recognizing that it might yield some positive outcomes even though what she wanted was something tangible. She weighed the options, accepting that, perhaps, having them seek cooperation rather than force could be advantageous."Excellent work, T
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Travis keenly recognized that Matthew was orchestrating a theatrical performance, a ploy to deceive Joanna and others into surrendering the pill. However, he couldn't overlook the potential ramifications if they denied Matthew the pill. Such a refusal would cast Joanna and her mother as heartless and selfish, subjecting them to ridicule in Grove City as unfilial children who callously withheld the means to save their dying mother.In Travis's discerning perspective, providing the pill to Madame Emma seemed a strategic move to shield Joanna from the impending onslaught of criticisms. He envisioned this act as a safeguard against the denunciation of Joanna and her mother as negligent daughters, potentially sparing them from societal scorn.Moreover, Travis contemplated the prospect of rebuilding the strained relationship between Joanna and her grandmother through the pill. Offering this life-saving remedy could serve as an olive branch, a means for Joanna to regain favor in her grandmot
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In the hallowed halls of Sunlight Hospital in Grove City, a place steeped with so many memories of Travis, Joanna quickly relinquished the miraculous pill to Madame Emma’s attending doctor.Guided by the diligent hands of the nursing staff, the doctor administered the pill to Madame Emma, recognizing the transformative potential embedded within its composition.A palpable tension gripped the group outside the ICU room, composed of Matthew, Jonathan, Joanna, Travis, and others, as they anxiously awaited the doctor’s update on Madame Emma’s condition.Finally, the imposing doors of the ICU swung open.“How was it, doctor? Did the pill work for my mom?” Matthew and the rest held their breath, hanging on the precipice of hope."It's a miracle, it's simply miraculous!" The doctor exclaimed with palpable excitement. “Mrs. Bloom’s condition exhibited a remarkable improvement post the pill administration. While instantaneous recovery is an unrealistic expectation in the case of a critical ill
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“I find it hard to believe, Travis. I’ve finally achieved the position of General Manager at Bloom Construction. Can you grasp the significance of this?” Joanna eagerly inquired as Travis drove them home.Travis cast a skeptical glance her way. “Aren’t you moving a bit too swiftly and placing too much trust? How certain are you that they’re not orchestrating a deceptive ploy?”Joanna scoffed, meeting his gaze. “Travis, they’re my family, and gratitude is within their capacity…”“I’m just being cautious. Not too long ago, they wrecked our home. True family doesn’t inflict such harm,” Travis pointed out.“We helped save grandma and this is the acknowledgment. I’m confident they appreciate what we’ve done, and they wouldn’t revoke my role as general manager after everything I’ve sacrificed for them. Why would they?” Joanna reasoned.Travis sighed as he continued driving. “It all feels too rushed. A single misstep, and we could lose everything. This seems like a high-stakes gamble, Joanna
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The following morning unfolded with the fulfillment of Matthew’s assurance as Joanna found herself in receipt of the eagerly anticipated transfer notice. The document carried the momentous news that she had ascended to the esteemed position of general manager at Bloom Construction. Not stopping at mere acknowledgment, Joanna promptly proceeded to endorse the contractual agreement, effecting the merging of the City North branch back into the broader Bloom Construction fold.This development brought unparalleled joy to the Blooms, ushering in an era of optimism and corporate growth. However, amid the jubilation, there lingered a shadow of ignorance for William, who remained blissfully unaware of certain crucial aspects of the unfolding narrative.Meanwhile, William grappled with the challenge of finding comfort in his hospital bed, his body still nursing injuries sustained during a tumultuous encounter with Travis. The forceful impact of being thrown against a wall had resulted in a med
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As the Trillionaire Elevation Gala extended its timeline, Joanna found herself immersed in a week of relentless effort, dedicating extensive hours to the demanding tasks that unfolded within the confines of her office. Even upon returning home, the grind persisted, with Joanna extending her work well into the midnight hours.It wasn’t until the late hours past midnight that Joanna, with a sense of accomplishment, finally organized the scattered files on her desk. A stretch and a satisfied smile adorned her face, signaling the completion of the arduous proposal she had been diligently crafting. Finally!The silence of the night was gently interrupted by the soft creak of the door, revealing the presence of Travis. In his hands, he delicately cradled a bowl of hot, sizzling noodles—a heartwarming sight for Joanna.This had become a nightly routine, a testament to Travis’s unwavering support. While Joanna toiled away, burning the midnight oil, Travis, in a gesture of genuine care, prep
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While she recovered at the hospital, with the assistance of Jonathan and Allison, Madame Emma, still fragile from the ordeal, ventured into the yard where they carefully settled her on a bench. It never crossed Madame Emma’s mind that drinking was almost gonna schedule a meeting with her and the grim reaper. Despite the warnings, the allure of a drink had clouded her judgment, leading to a perilous situation.Surviving this perilous episode filled her with overwhelming relief, for she harbored no readiness to bid farewell to the world. The arrival of Matthew and William, both sporting relieved smiles, brightened the atmosphere. “Mom, it’s truly heartening to see you awake,” Matthew greeted with genuine joy.Madame Emma, still catching her breath, turned her gaze to William. “It seems you’ve made a full recovery as well,” she remarked, a mix of relief and concern in her eyes.a reassuring smile, William responded, “Indeed, Grandma, you have nothing to worry about.”Madame Emma, cur