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Brian's Revenge: The rejected son-in-law Chapter 10
The bus lurched to a halt, and Brian and Julie, exhausted from the emotional stress they had been through, stepped off onto the familiar street leading to their house. Despite the hurdles they faced, a light of hope flashed in their eyes as they approached the door, eager to accept whatever the future brought.Once inside, Brian wasted no time. He rushed directly to the kitchen, his sleeves rolled up. The clinking of pots and pans filled the air as he started cooking supper. Julie watched him, her heart bursting with appreciation for the man who stood alongside her, strong and unyielding in the face of hardship.The smell of spices filled the tiny kitchen as Brian carefully sliced vegetables and stirred boiling pots on the stove. His hands moved with purpose, all thanks to his culinary expertise. Julie, seeing the effort he was taking into establishing a feeling of normality despite the commotion, came closer and offered her help.Together, they worked in unison, their tacit camarader
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"Excuse me, love," Brian replied, his voice soothing as he rose up. "I need to take this call. It may be one of the firms I applied to work with.With a smile, Julie nodded, recognizing the urgency of the call. Brian moved out onto the balcony, away from prying eyes and ears, to ensure their chat remained private. The night air was chilly on his skin as he answered the call."Miss Anderson," Brian remarked, his tone controlled but strong. "I appreciate your call, but I must beg you not to contact me while I'm with my family. It's vital to retain secrecy at this point."There was a delay on the other end of the telephone before Miss Anderson spoke, her voice filled with understanding. "I apologize, Mr. Stone. I didn't intend to disturb. Rest assured, I'll respect your privacy from now forward.""Thank you," Brian said, his appreciation clear in his tone. "I'll be calling you from now henceforth, if you need anything, a text will do. Now what is going on? Is there a problem."After exch
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Brian went home, the picture of Mr. Johnson in his head, his thoughts weighted with anxiety for Uncle Richard's father. As he entered their house, he discovered Julie in their living room, her brow furrowed in concentration as she read the proposal she had made for Mrs. Claire and Elysian Enterprise."Hey, how was it at the hospital?" Julie inquired, her eyes twitching with fear as she glanced up from her papers.Brian laid the basket down and offered Julie a comforting grin. "He's stable for now, but Uncle Richard was there. Seems like the family is rallying behind him."Julie nodded, her lips forming a narrow line. "I hope he gets well soon. But for now, I need to concentrate on this proposal. I want to impress Grandma and the Elysian team."Brian stepped up and softly put a hand on Julie's shoulder. "You've worked hard on this, Julie. Your plan is amazing, and I believe in you."She peered up at him, her eyes melting with thanks. "Thanks, Brian. I'm simply nervous. This means a lot
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Brian walked back and forth in their living room, his eyes locked on the clock that appeared to move agonizingly slow. The worry lines imprinted on his brow intensified with every passing minute. Julie should have been home by now, and her absence gnawed at his heart like a relentless storm.He looked at his phone, hoping for a message or a call that would soothe his worries. But the screen remained blank, devoid of any comforting indications. His thoughts raced with a million possibilities, each one more terrible than the previous. What if anything had happened to her? What if she was in danger?Unable to stomach the uncertainty any longer, Brian grabbed his coat and hurried out the door. His footsteps were hasty, mirroring the frantic pounding of his heart. He needed to locate Julie, to make sure she was secure, and to bring her back home where she belonged.Outside, the city hummed with its customary vibrancy, oblivious to Brian's mental agony. He surveyed the crowded streets, his
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Brian's hands shook as he phoned James's number, his voice tight with concern when the elder man picked up. "James, it's Brian. I need your aid. Julie is gone. I don't know where she is, and I'm feeling pretty concerned."There was a little delay before James spoke, his voice calm and soothing. "I'm sorry to hear that, sir. I'll do all in my power to help you locate her. Please, give me with whatever information you can."Brian rapidly recalled the events of the day — Julie leaving for work, the unnerving taxi journey, and her unexpected disappearance. He detailed the cab's license plate number, believing it would be a significant lead in their hunt."I need you to track her phone," Brian insisted, desperation infusing his voice. "Find out where she could be. Time is of the essence.""Understood, sir. I'll get right on it," James said, his tone firm.As Brian hung up, he felt a combination of optimism and worry. Hope that James's skill may lead them to Julie and anxiety of what they c
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Brian's eyes flashed with comprehension as he gazed back toward the café. "James, they must have security cameras in the café. We need to examine the video. It could have caught something vital."James nodded in accord, his face expressing the same drive that fuelled Brian. They turned on their heels and went back inside the café. Inside, they approached the desk, now more eager in their plea."Excuse me," Brian responded, approaching the barista again. "Do you have security cameras inside the café?"The barista, noticing the urgency in Brian's words, nodded. "Yes, we do. They are normally for security considerations, but they could have recorded something essential.""Could we please see the footage from this afternoon?" James added, his tone pleasant but demanding.The barista paused for a second before nodding again, comprehending the seriousness of the situation. "Sure, let me fetch the manager. He has access to the recordings."After a little wait, the café manager, a middle-aged
Brian's Revenge: The rejected son-in-law Chapter 16
James, his face furrowed with anxiety, looked at Brian and said, "Brian, I understand your desire, but we can't go to the warehouse alone. It's too hazardous. We need armed guys, specialists that can handle any circumstance. We must safeguard our safety as well as Julie's."Brian nodded, his teeth tight in fury and terror. "I agree, James. Whatever it takes to get her back safely. Let's recruit the greatest personnel for this task."With resolve in his eyes, James grabbed out his phone and made a series of calls, arranging for a team of trained and discreet specialists. These individuals were masters in managing sensitive circumstances, skilled in rescues and clandestine operations. Brian felt a flash of optimism; maybe, just maybe, they had a shot of bringing Julie back unhurt.As they waited for the squad to gather, Brian's mind raced with memories of Julie. He envisioned her afraid, alone, and in need of assistance. He clinched his hands, converting his terror into resolve. He was
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Under the cloak of darkness, the rescue crew approached the warehouse cautiously, their breathing matched with the beat of the night. James, Brian, and the two operators moved with a precision that comes from years of practice. As they reached the structure, their senses heightened, each stride measured and deliberate.The operatives, equipped with silenced guns, divided into two groups, taking positions on opposing sides of the warehouse. James, ever the thinker, had calculated their entrance sites, trying to cause diversions and confusion among the guards.Brian's pulse thudded in his chest, the thrill of seeing Julie again combined with the terror of the unknown. He grasped the handle of his pistol hard, his determination strong. His head rang with James's words, "We can't afford to let them harm Julie," urging him onward.The first agent, trained in the art of deceit, effectively replicated the voice of one of the guards, appealing for aid from the others within the warehouse. As
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