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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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In a matter of days, Golden Corporation swiftly took shape, and Joanna geared up for the imminent commencement of the demolition process for Myriad Village.Simultaneously, Mr. Rowlings conveyed a significant update to Travis. Over a phone call, he disclosed, “I received a call from my friend in the military, and he conveyed the unfortunate news that Flame had engaged in a bar brawl with some hooligans, resulting in his untimely demise.”“Huh?” Travis responded, his face etched with a frown. “He’s dead?”“Yes, Master Travis. His lifeless body was discovered in a dumpster, and the preliminary report suggests that his head bore the brunt of multiple blows, possibly from an iron pipe or a similar object, ultimately leading to his demise,” Mr. Rowlings shared.“So he was murdered, then?” Travis speculated, a pensive expression clouding his features. “It couldn’t be a random act or mere coincidence, right? A group of hooligans wouldn’t typically resort to murder unless they were directed t
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Two days before the highly anticipated Trillionaire Elevation gala, while navigating the city streets, Travis luckily spotted a boutique named Design Mall. His attention was immediately captivated by a stunning white gown displayed in the boutique’s showcase—a garment that seemed tailor-made for Joanna. With a sense of determination, Travis parked his car and ventured inside the chic establishment, his gaze sweeping over the array of exquisitely designed clothes adorning the mannequins.As he immersed himself in the ambiance of high-end fashion, one of the vigilant salesladies detecting an anomaly in Travis’s appearance, approached with a subtle frown and a discerning expression. “You don't seem to dress the part of people who come here to shop. Are you sure you're capable of affording anything here?” she inquired, her skepticism evident.Undeterred, Travis responded, “I’m in need of a beautiful gown for my wife and daughter, and that particular one caught my eye.” He gestured toward
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As Lia prepared to guide the interested woman towards the gown on the third floor, Travis inserted himself once again, feeling increasingly annoyed, “Why not ascertain if I possess the means to pay first? It’s evident I’m not here without purpose. I wouldn’t confidently claim the ability to afford the gown if I couldn’t, right?”Lia, growing increasingly exasperated with Travis’s persistent intrusion, sighed and firmly instructed him, “You need to leave now. Ma’am, let’s proceed to the third floor,” she informed the woman, leading her up the stairs, leaving Travis seething with frustration below.Left alone, Travis shook his head in dismay before reaching for his phone to contact General Manager Marshall.After a few rings, “Sorry, was I disturbing anything?” Travis asked over the phone.The voice of General Manager Marshall resonated through the phone as he answered, “Nothing significant, Master Travis, what can I help you with?”“I need your assistance,” Travis explained. “I’m curre
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Travis, undeterred by the escalating tension, produced his credit card and extended it towards Meena with a determined expression. “Go ahead, swipe the card!”Meena, seizing the bank card rather forcefully, tossed it back at Travis with a resentful tone. “Would you cut it out already? Stop meddling with my work here, Travis. Even though you may not know me, I know you well enough! Don’t even entertain the thought of that one point five million dollar gown; you can’t even afford a two thousand dollar gown! If you don’t leave now, I will ask the security guard to chase you out of here.”Travis sighed, feeling his frustration intensify. “The service attitude here is rather questionable. A customer comes in looking to make a purchase, and you can’t even verify if he can afford it.”In response, Meena retorted with a disdainful look, “Why would you even have that kind of money, Travis? Did you steal it or what? I don’t care about whatever deal you just made. Just get out of my sight while
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Mr. Zen approached Travis with an air of respect and offered a sincere apology, “Master Travis, I extend my deepest apologies for the disrespectful behavior exhibited by my employees. It seems they were unaware of your identity.”Travis, sporting a discerning expression, scrutinized Mr. Zen’s words and inquired, “And do you know who I am?”Acknowledging Travis’s question, Mr. Zen nodded, “I received a call from Ms. Ivory Mane, notifying me that the chairman of Danforth Group was present. This revelation is quite astonishing, considering our small establishment’s standing in comparison to the extensive Danforth Group mall network.”The revelation left Lia, Meena, and others perplexed, their curiosity restrained due to the fear they had toward Mr. Zen.Travis, maintaining his focus, responded, “I merely came across a gown that captured my interest—the Ivory gown. My intention is to acquire it as soon as possible. Regrettably, my time has been unnecessarily consumed by the confusion crea