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As Joanna scrutinized Travis, a subtle frown etched across her face, she couldn’t help but wonder why he appeared unperturbed by the gravity of their situation. “I appreciate your belief in me, but let’s be realistic. If I’m going to overcome this, it’s going to take a considerable amount of time. Now, I have to start searching for a job,” she remarked, contemplating the harsh reality of her newfound circumstances.“A job?” Travis chuckled, finding the notion amusing. “Just because you’re not working for Bloom Construction anymore doesn’t mean you’re jobless, Joanna. Don’t forget about the shopping complex project! In fact, I’ve been meaning to suggest that you establish your own company free from your family’s influence. Once you complete the project, your personal net worth will undoubtedly surpass that of the entire Bloom.”Joanna, taken aback by Travis’ unexpected optimism, hesitated before revealing a crucial detail. “Travis… You’ve misunderstood. I signed the contract on behalf
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Within the confines of her study, Madame Emma fixed Ashley with a disdainful sneer, the atmosphere charged with tension. Shaking her head, Madame Emma questioned Ashley's unexpected presence with a biting edge, "What are you doing in my house?"Caught in the grip of unease, Ashley, facing her grandmother in person for the first time, swallowed hard. With a palpable hesitation, she ventured to address the matter at hand. "Um, it's about the unjust disownment.""Unjust disownment?" Madame Emma responded, a hint of amusement evident in her tone.In a bold assertion of her innocence, Ashley nodded resolutely. "Yes, I deem it unjust because I haven't committed any wrongdoing. I played no part in whatever transgression led to our disownment," Ashley ardently defended her position.Madame Emma, however, greeted Ashley's defense with a chuckle, her skepticism palpable. "And why should I believe what you've just said, huh? Give me a reason, Ashley," she demanded.A quivering breath escaped Ashl
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As the Trillionaire Event Gala loomed on the horizon, Travis found himself with pressing matters to attend to. Journeying to Mainville City, he embarked on a crucial one-on-one meeting with Kevin from the E.A.G.L.E Squad, recognizing the pivotal importance of their collaboration.Choosing a renowned restaurant as their rendezvous point, Travis entered to find Kevin already seated, his countenance marred by a frown as he acknowledged Travis’s arrival and took a seat across from himThe waiter came and they only requested water.“I waited here for more than twenty minutes. I guess you were too busy to keep me waiting,” Kevin remarked in an irked tone, his impatience apparent.Travis responded and replied, “responded with a shrug, “You should understand, Mr. Miller, that I'm a rich boy. Being busy comes with the territory.”The retort elicited a scoff from Kevin, his irritation palpable. “And you think that I’m not busy too?” Suppressing his frustration, he leaned back in his chair and r
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Leon greeted Travis with evident joy, "Travis, this is quite a pleasant surprise. I had no idea you were in town. It's truly delightful to see you again."Acknowledging the warm welcome, Travis reciprocated with a nod but swiftly delved into the heart of the matter, "There's something I've recently uncovered, and I need to know if it holds any truth."Leon, furrowing his brows in anticipation, sighed with a sense of understanding, "Certainly, Travis. You wouldn't have called me here without a purpose. What is it that you wish to know?" The atmosphere became charged with tension as Travis momentarily hesitated before unraveling the revelation."The existence of the Brave Citizen in Mom's death—I had no knowledge of it," Travis disclosed, his gaze penetrating with intensity.Leon, caught off guard by the unexpected turn of the conversation, murmured contemplatively, "Hmm," as he regarded Travis with a puzzled expression. "Well, it's understandable. Your fixation on the belief that someo
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Travis swiftly made his way to the kindergarten, accompanied by an anxious companion. As they reached the location, Joanna, already outside the building, rushed towards Travis and enveloped him in a tearful embrace.Breaking away from the hug, Travis's concern deepened as he questioned, “What do you mean someone took Maya?”In a state of distress, Joanna explained, “The teacher said it was a guy who claimed we sent him to pick her up. I told her I didn’t!”Travis's stern gaze turned towards the teacher, who cowered under his scrutiny. Frustration and anger boiled within him as he interrogated, “How could you let her go like that, huh?! Have we ever sent someone else to pick up our daughter?!”The teacher, trembling like a leaf, faced Travis's furious reprimands. She hadn't anticipated such dire consequences when she made the mistake, clouded by her own heartbreak. Fearful of the repercussions, she stammered, struggling to offer an explanation.Pointing accusingly, Travis delivered a c
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Nestled in the quiet outskirts of Grove City, an eerie and desolate factory loomed on the horizon, an undercover meeting ground for a group of menacing individuals.Inside, a motley crew of tough-looking men occupied the space, indulging in beer and snacks. Their attention was fixated on a lone figure, a captive girl securely bound to a chair. Tears stained her delicate face, revealing the heart-wrenching reality - the captive was none other than Maya.These men constituted a notorious gang of outlaws, led by the formidable Tiger, the same individual who had orchestrated the ominous call earlier.Approaching Tiger, a man with a pockmarked face voiced his concern, “Boss, do you think Joanna Bloom will actually cough up the money?”Tiger, his eyes narrowing with a sinister gleam, let out a low chuckle, “Who cares? Given the recent string of murders in Grove City, we’ll be hitting the road soon anyway. If she fails to pay, we’ll simply take her daughter along. Selling that pretty girl t
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"Mr. Travis Danforth, if I may address you correctly, we have received a directive to offer our assistance and comply with any of your demands," Richard Wayne declared, maintaining a posture indicative of profound respect.Travis, grappling with the unexpected turn of events, mused, "I wasn't aware that Mr. Rowlings had command over the army. This is truly astonishing," his gaze still wandering in a sea of confusion."Rowlings? I am not familiar with anyone by that name, Mr. Danforth. A unit was discovered utilizing our equipment to aid you, and the General issued a mandate to ensure that those responsible for kidnapping your daughter face the consequences," explained Richard Wayne, shedding light on the unforeseen alliance.Puzzled, Travis questioned, "But why would your General take such an interest in my situation?""Regrettably, I'm not at liberty to disclose that information," Richard Wayne responded. Undeterred, he pressed on, "Your orders, Sir. We are here at your behest.”Trav
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Meeting Joanna’s gaze, Travis disclosed, “He’s my father.”Joanna’s reaction was immediate; her mouth fell open in sheer astonishment. “Wait, what? I’m confused… how can he be your father, Travis? I thought you were orphaned,” she stammered, her words trailing off into a breath of confusion.Travis, still wearing a warm smile, explained, “We found each other, Joanna. He’s my biological father.” He took a moment to absorb her shocked expression, finding a sense of fulfillment in the shock evident on her face.Joanna, in a daze, blinked as Leon approached with a cheerful smile. “I’m delighted to see you're finally introducing me to your family,” he remarked.“Finally?” Joanna questioned, utterly dumbfounded and she questioned with bewilderment, “How long ago did you find your father, Travis?”Travis, maintaining his composure, responded, “Not too long ago.” He glanced at his father, silently acknowledging the complexities of their reunion, and added, “Reconnecting with a family that onc
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Travis’s sneer deepened as he cocked his head, scrutinizing the expression etched across Larry Roberts’ face. “Ah, I see the wheels turning in your head. Planning your revenge, are you? Plotting how you’ll come back and wreak havoc on my family once you're released from jail for causing public disturbances.”Larry's shock was evident as he looked up at Travis, his eyes widened in horror, yet he vehemently denied any such thoughts. “What?! No, no, I wouldn’t dream of such a thing…”With a disdainful scoff, Travis fixed him with a piercing glare. “Whether you admit it or not is inconsequential. But rest assured, any such notions are futile. You won't have the opportunity.”Larry Roberts trembled at Travis's words, a chill running down his spine. Glancing at his brother, Vince, he began to realize that Travis was more than just a man with a formidable force at his beck and call. “I… I can see now that you're wealthy and influential. I was naive not to recognize it earlier. But to exact p
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Colonel Richard Wayne stood before Travis, his posture rigid and his salute precise, a testament to his military training and discipline. With an air of seriousness, he addressed Travis, “Sir, Colonel Richard Wayne of the esteemed Storm Reapers Special Forces, reporting for duty. We stand prepared with a thousand elite fighters at your command. Your orders, Sir!”Travis regarded the colonel with a mixture of bewilderment and uncertainty. The level of deference and respect being shown to him left him feeling perplexed and out of his depth. He couldn’t fathom why the colonel regarded him with such importance or how he possessed the authority to issue orders to a military unit of such caliber. It left him pondering the extent of his influence and connections, a realm he hadn’t fully explored or understood.As Travis grappled with these thoughts, he couldn’t shake the feeling that there was more to this situation than met the eye. Perhaps his Uncle Marshall or his father could shed some
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In a sudden flurry of commotion, a voice rang out, exclaiming, “Yes, yes, boss is here! Larry, the big boss, has arrived! You’re done for now, you bastard!”The gang members erupted into a unified cheer, delighted by the presence of Larry Roberts, while Travis could only sneer in response.They quickly cleared a path through the middle, forming an aisle to ensure no hindrance to Larry’s entrance.Amidst the anticipation, a sleek black Mercedes Benz S550 glided into view before the crowd, its license plate bearing Larry’s name, unmistakably signaling his arrival.With a disdainful glare at Travis, Vince strode toward the car and swiftly opened the door, offering a greeting to his brother. "Welcome, big brother. It's fortunate that you're here."A robust figure clad in all black emerged from the Mercedes. As customary, two buttons of his shirt remained undone, revealing a wolf tattoo emblazoned across his chest, a clear indication to all present of his status as the Alpha of the North,
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The Wild Dogs Alpha of the North.Larry Roberts?The mention of Larry Roberts, the Alpha of the Wild Dogs in the North, sent a chill through everyone present. Known for his brutal prowess in Grove City, Larry had achieved a fearsome reputation after a gruesome battle where he single-handedly dismantled five adversaries with a kitchen knife, an infamous battle that ultimately bestowed upon him the title of the war god of the Northern District.Grove City, Myriad Village residents were well aware of Larry’s ruthlessness, and when they learned that Jinx was affiliated with him, fear painted their expressions. Larry Roberts was not one to trifle with, and his wrath was something few dared to invoke.Seeking to instill dread in Travis, Jinx invoked the name of Larry Roberts, yet to his surprise, Travis remained oddly composed. “So, the self-proclaimed Wild Dogs Alpha of the North has instructed you to come and stir up trouble?" Travis inquired with a calm demeanor, seemingly unshaken.Jinx
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The Wild Dogs Alpha of the North.Larry Roberts?The mention of Larry Roberts, the Alpha of the Wild Dogs in the North, sent a chill through everyone present. Known for his brutal prowess in Grove City, Larry had achieved a fearsome reputation after a gruesome battle where he single-handedly dismantled five adversaries with a kitchen knife, an infamous battle that ultimately bestowed upon him the title of the war god of the Northern District.Grove City, Myriad Village residents were well aware of Larry’s ruthlessness, and when they learned that Jinx was affiliated with him, fear painted their expressions. Larry Roberts was not one to trifle with, and his wrath was something few dared to invoke.Seeking to instill dread in Travis, Jinx invoked the name of Larry Roberts, yet to his surprise, Travis remained oddly composed. “So, the self-proclaimed Wild Dogs Alpha of the North has instructed you to come and stir up trouble?" Travis inquired with a calm demeanor, seemingly unshaken.Jinx
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A collective sense of amazement and disbelief swept through the construction workers, pedestrians, and Joanna alike.In a state of awe, Joanna found herself muttering, “That’s my husband,” her mouth agape in sheer shock as she couldn’t divert her gaze from her husband.While Jinx struggled to regain his footing, attempting to wiggle his body into a standing position, Travis calmly approached him.Jinx’s gaze shifted from the discarded iron bar to Travis’s apathetic countenance. A profound sense of fear gripped him as his eyes met Travis’s steely gaze. Attempting to mask his trepidation, he blurted out in a trembling voice, “Hey, what do you think you’re doing? I’m Big Brother Larry’s man. If anything happens to me, he will make you pay for it, I promise you, you fucking bastard!” ……The Wild Dogs Alpha of the North.Larry Roberts?The mention of Larry Roberts, the Alpha of the Wild Dogs in the North, sent a chill through everyone present. Known for his brutal prowess in Grove City,
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Unfazed by Jinx’s menacing tone, Travis interjected with a stern gaze, “Did you just threaten us?”Jinx, fixing his scrutinizing gaze on Travis, retorted with a dismissive frown, “I wasn’t talking to you, so keep your filthy mouth shut.”A low chuckle escaped Travis, a manifestation of his composed demeanor, as he nonchalantly looked away, his anger simmering by the second he stood there.Joanna cast a troubled glance at Travis, her discomfort palpable as the tension in the air thickened. Struggling with the weight of the situation, she paused, gathering her thoughts to formulate a compelling argument.Sensing Joanna’s unease, Travis stepped in to lend his support, “You profess to be residents, yet a majority have already willingly signed the contracts. Do you genuinely reside here?”Aligning with Travis’s suspicion, Joanna interjected, “Exactly! Allow me to register your IDs. I can act as an intermediary with the Demolition Office, negotiating on your behalf. What do you think of tha
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Two days had elapsed since the commencement of the mass departure from Myriad Village, as the majority of residents eagerly relocated.The atmosphere buzzed with anticipation as Golden Corporation prepared to initiate the demolition process, and Joanna found herself genuinely excited about the progress.However, her optimism was soon shattered for unforeseen complications arose the moment the demolition team arrived on the scene. To her astonishment, over thirty menacing-looking individuals emerged and swiftly encircled the team, wielding an array of weapons. Their hostile intent were alarmingly apparent. Without any warning, they ruthlessly dismantled excavators, ravaged trucks, and callously injured numerous workers without a moment’s notice. The aftermath left a scene of chaos and destruction, overshadowing Joanna’s initial excitement.Upon completing their rampage, the aggressors brazenly declared, “As the steadfast residents of Myriad Village, we staunchly refuse to vacate unti
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Abby found herself in a state of utter bewilderment, unable to comprehend the surreal events unfolding before her eyes.It defied all reason that Dan, her wealthy boss with a net worth exceeding a billion, would bow down to Travis, treating him with an almost divine reverence.Travis put the black card away, "I don’t see that happening, but it’d be nice if you sack her.” The reference to Abby was unmistakable, casting a sudden and unexpected spotlight on her.Without hesitation, Dan promptly complied, fixing a stern gaze on Abby. “You’re terminated. Collect your compensation from accounting and exit immediately!”The proclamation hit Abby like a sudden storm, unable to contain the surge of tears welling up within her. She knew that there was nothing that she could do to reverse the situation. The irreversible reality of her dismissal marked a point of no return.Ella, the intern-turned-seller, efficiently handled the procedural aspects, providing them with a temporary number plate.Ul
