Elsewhere, Carson stood with mixed feelings. He was full of joy and sadness. In front of him, the building that was once his home was now only rubble, with crumbling walls, destroyed roofs, and memories that were also immersed in the rubble.he stared at the ruins with a heavy heart. The beautiful memories of his childhood were vivid: the joyful laughter of playing in the courtyard, the tantalizing aroma of her mother's cooking, and the loving voice of her father. Now, all that was gone, replaced by silence and sadness.A sense of loss enveloped Carson, tightening his chest. Each piece of debris seemed to represent a shattered hope, a vanished dream. He remembered how this house had been a refuge where Ken's family stood firm. Now, there was only emptiness haunting him.With one step forward, Carson reached out as if to touch the remnants of memories. Tears welled up in his eyes, but he refrained from crying. "I will restore the honor of this family," he whispered, determined to use t
On the deck of the gleaming yacht, a joyful atmosphere prevailed. Soft waves lapped against the hull while festive decorations glittered in the sunlight. A group of people gathered in a corner, laughter and conversation flowing freely."Everything is almost done. We just need to get a few more things ready, and the party can get underway," said one of them, a broad smile gracing his face."Good. This is how it should be. We paid a lot of experts to prepare all this. If they can't do it quickly, then they should be punished," said another, frowning as he recalled old memories.The others nodded. "That's right. We pay dearly if we finish quickly. That's unforgivable," said a third person, his eyes sparkling excitedly. The atmosphere came alive, and everyone prepared to celebrate an unforgettable moment.The next day, the sun rose brightly, casting golden rays over the ocean. The deck of the ship was transformed into a grand stage, decorated with colorful balloons and fresh flowers. Soft
The voice resonated strongly. Full of intimidation, some people even got goosebumps. Alberto, the head of Alberto's family, also gulped at the voice, but as the head of the family, he must not show it. He had to look calm and confident."Are you ready? Come out, show yourself," he pleaded, his voice trembling between confidence and high courage.There was no answer. That gave the old man confidence. He thought that the voice was just a threat from a strongman. He smiled broadly, filled with a deep sense of confidence. He even dared to threaten whoever the voice was."If you don't show up, there will be consequences for you! You won't be able to leave here!" he declared, his voice growing louder though doubts were creeping inwardly. Around him, the other family members looked at each other, feeling the tension building up, creating an almost tangible aura of intimidation.The wind suddenly picked up as the tension intensified, bringing a bone-chilling chill. From the darkness, a tall,
The party held by Alberto's family fell apart, leaving a trail of fear and confusion in the guests' hearts. The head of Alberto's family is now lying in hospital due to a minor heart attack he suffered as the situation became increasingly uncontrollable.Intensive care became an urgent necessity to save him from a more severe threat. The incident tarnished the reputation of the once-respected Alberto family, who were now seen as failed hosts for being unable to protect their guests. Amid the chaos, the lights suddenly went out, and panic ensued. Some tried to escape by jumping into the sea, but they survived. However, several were hospitalized due to injuries from the accident.This event became the talk of the four other prominent families. They were gathered at a restaurant to discuss their ongoing business matters. After serious discussions, they began to eat and talk about different things, including the Alberto family party incident. William, the head of the family, sat calmly a
The man explained the possibility that the person terrorizing the Alberto family was someone from the military. It was something that the four great families couldn’t fight against. He also mentioned that the person might not be an ordinary soldier—perhaps a high-ranking officer, given the boldness of coming alone. Of course, the four families panicked when they heard this explanation. They looked at the man with hopeful eyes, waiting for his response. After listening to his words, one sighed, "But how can we fight them?" The man nodded, understanding their concern. "Don't worry. I will help you. I have many connections in the military, and my rank is high. Rest assured, gentlemen, because I can get the support we need to defeat that man," he said, his voice firm and reassuring. The faces of the four great families gradually shifted, and relieved smiles began to appear. Hope replaced anxiety. They whispered among themselves, planning the following steps as if a heavy burden ha
Elsewhere, Carson sat on the floor with Charlotte. They played a puzzle game together, and the atmosphere was warm and happy. Charlotte giggled every time she fit a piece, her eyes excitedly shining. Carson looked at Charlotte with pride.“Daddy, look! It’s almost finished,” she exclaimed, showing off the piece she had just placed.Carson smiled, feeling proud of his daughter’s joy. He responded with a warm hug, encouraging her. But Charlotte quickly pushed his body away, squinting her eyes.“Too tight. Daddy, you’re making it hard for me to breathe,” she complained.Carson laughed, gently patting Charlotte’s head with his right hand. He seemed very pleased with how the day had gone. Charlotte paused for a moment and then joined in the laughter. Not long after, Alison appeared from the kitchen, carrying a tray of food. The mouth-watering aroma filled the room, adding to the cozy atmosphere.“Who’s hungry?” she asked with a broad smile, her eyes gleaming at the sight of Carson and Char
The man demanded compensation. Alison glanced at the car before her, noticing it wasn't damaged. If there had been any impact, it would have hit Charlotte. This realization made Alison glare at the man in front of her with a cold expression, frowning. She wanted to say something, but Charlotte beat her to it.Charlotte stared at the man with fiery eyes, remembering all the cruelty she had just witnessed. "I didn’t damage your car, Uncle! Are you blind?" Her voice rose, reflecting the bubbling anger inside her.Alison raised her eyebrows, trying to catch her breath. She wanted to step forward but hesitated. The man, raising his hand, blinked at Charlotte. "You little brat don’t know any rules. Pay up, or I’ll call the police to arrest you. You rude little child."Charlotte bit her lip, struggling to hold back tears as she looked at the trembling cat in her hands. "This cat is more important than your car. You almost ran it over. You should be the one compensating."Alison’s cold gaze s
Carson was on the verge of punching the man in front of him. His right hand was raised, ready to strike, but he hesitated when his eyes caught Charlotte's figure beside him. Taking a deep breath, he tried to calm himself, though his muscles tensed with anger, nearly reaching its peak. He composed himself now.Seeing Carson's hesitation, the man laughed mockingly, his voice echoing in the silence. "I knew it. Turns out, you're the cowardly type of husband." He stepped forward, lifting his left hand with a wicked grin. "Such a shame for a beautiful woman like this," he said, grabbing Alison's cheek from behind, his fingers gently pressing into her skin. He looked pleased to see Carson not fighting back. He thought Carson was silent because he was afraid. But that was a grave mistake."Married to a useless husband. If I were her, I would've left you long ago and found a more reliable man," he added.Charlotte was shocked, her eyes widening in disbelief at the man's words. Anger and hurt