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The other Governors, visibly agitated, faced Marvin with sharp words and stern expressions on their faces."How could you barge into their abode without conducting a proper investigation?!" "How dare you question the families of fallen heroes? This is not just incompetence; it’s a blatant dereliction of duty!"Various Governors voiced their disappointment.Several others nodded in agreement, their dissatisfaction clearly visible.“This is beyond unacceptable. The memory of our heroes has been tarnished, and their families have been publicly humiliated. Governor Clarke and Mr Drake, you owe us an explanation, or we will escalate this to the federal government!” Governor Emilia added.Stewart, startled by the growing intensity of the accusations, nearly slid off his chair in panic. His mind raced for an explanation that could salvage the situation. ."This... this is a misunderstanding!" he stammered, his voice trembling. "We didn’t mean for it to escalate like this. Marvin and I ac
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“He’s innocent, always treated us with kindness, and has been nothing but an exemplary leader. Why would you want to destroy someone who has done so much good?” The woman continued.Marvin’s frustration flared. He felt these people were too naive to reason with. To him, they were blinded by their dependence on Douglas and incapable of understanding the complexities of power. He took a deep breath, trying to maintain his composure, but his irritation seeped into his tone.“That criminal you call a hero is guilty!” he declared firmly. “The evidence is clear. Even if he hasn’t kept mistresses, he’s involved in bribery, embezzlement, and misappropriation of public funds. How else do you think he managed to build these houses and support all of you? It’s obvious he used public money, and for that, he must be punished!”The moment Marvin finished speaking, the women and children burst into tears once more. Their cries filled the air, echoing their despair and belief that Douglas was
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Chief Nelson's suggestion to release Douglas hung in the air like an unspoken challenge. Marvin's face flushed red with anger."Just because Douglas isn't involved with women doesn’t mean he’s innocent in everything else!" Marvin spat, his voice tinged with fury."There’s still the matter of bribery, embezzlement, and misappropriation of public funds. Or do you all think those houses and benefits for widows and orphans came out of thin air?"Marvin’s sudden outburst stunned the room into silence. The officials exchanged uneasy glances, unsure whether to challenge Marvin's assertion or remain quiet. Without waiting for anyone to respond, Marvin turned on his heel and stormed out.The remaining officials stared at one another in disbelief. “This is absurd,” one muttered under his breath. “That man, Mr Drake, is grasping at straws.”Another sighed heavily. “And dragging all of us down with him. How can we expect a man like that to lead us effectively?”Chief Nelson, seated at the
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Phileo’s hand trembled as the bottle he was holding slipped from his grasp, shattering on the floor. The sharp scent of liquor filled the room as the liquid spread across the polished surface.His crimson eyes darted to Nath, who stood wide-eyed, clutching a stack of newspapers.“Douglas Garnett... in prison?” Phileo’s voice wavered with disbelief thick in his tone. “This must be some kind of April Fool’s joke, right?”“No joke, boss,” Nath insisted, shaking his head. “It’s all over the city. Everyone’s talking about it.”Phileo’s brows furrowed as he paced the room with his footsteps squelching against the spilled liquor. “This doesn’t add up. How could Douglas Garnett be arrested and imprisoned?He’s too smart, too strategic. What if this is a trap?”Nath frowned.“A trap?”“Yes, a trap!” Phileo barked, his voice rising.“What if that stroke of misfortune leaked this news on purpose to see who would crawl out of the shadows? He’s done it before, luring people like me into thin
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Marvin stared at the documents in disbelief, his eyes darting from one line to the next as he tried to process the astronomical figures.Each widow and orphan’s daily expenses amounted to $5000, with monthly living costs totaling $150,000! On top of that, the annual tuition fees for each child ranged from $5,000,000 to $20,000,000, depending on the institution. Marvin couldn’t fathom the numbers—especially considering the potential expenses for families with multiple children.“This has to be some kind of joke,” Marvin growled, his face flushed with anger. “This is not just unreasonable—it’s extortion!”Unable to contain his frustration, Marvin slammed the stack of documents onto the table. The sharp sound echoed in the quiet office, causing Stewart to flinch slightly.“I’m not even sure how that fool managed to pull this off,” Marvin continued, pacing the room. “It’s no wonder the fool was so beloved. He was practically throwing money at them!”Stewart, still seated, furrowed hi
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Marvin’s mind raced as he pored over the documents detailing Douglas’s extraordinary financial transfers to the widows and orphans. Something didn’t add up!How could one man, no matter how resourceful, consistently fund over $3.596 billion annually without tapping into questionable sources? Then it struck him like a bolt of lightning: Douglas must have hidden money somewhere—money obtained through illegitimate means.Determined to uncover the truth, Marvin decided to launch an immediate investigation into Douglas’s financial dealings. If he could expose Douglas as corrupt, it would justify the arrest and solidify Stewart’s authority while bolstering his own reputation!Marvin knew he had to act quickly. The news of Douglas’s imprisonment was already spreading, and it was only a matter of time before someone influential stepped forward to defend him.Marvin leaned back in his chair with a determined glint in his eyes. “I’ll find the evidence,” he muttered. “That bastard won’t be
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“Marvin, are you absolutely sure about this?” Stewart asked, his tone sharp. “We can’t afford another mistake. The last time you convinced me to act, we humiliated ourselves. The fallout was immense!”Marvin, seated across from him, leaned forward confidently, his hands clasped on the desk. “Governor Clarke, I understand your hesitation, but this time is different. I’ve done my homework. Everything checks out.”Stewart stopped pacing and fixed Marvin with a skeptical glare. “You’ve done your homework? That’s what you said last time. And what did we find? Nothing. Just baseless accusations that backfired and gave Douglas more sympathy than ever before.”Marvin didn’t flinch. Instead, he smiled faintly, as if Stewart’s words rolled off him like water. “Governor Clarke, listen to me. I’ve been observing the other properties that fool owns in Exquisite Garden. These are no ordinary houses. They’re multimillion-dollar villas and warehouses—vast spaces with hardly anyone living there.
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Soon, Marvin and the officials arrived at the most prestigious estate within Exquisite Garden.The lush greenery, meticulously maintained gardens, and opulent mansions lining the streets exuded an aura of wealth and privilege. This upscale area was known to admit only the crème de la crème of PortVarter’s elite, making it a dream far beyond the reach of ordinary citizens!As the group moved through the estate, their admiration for Douglas's real estate holdings was palpable, though many tried to mask it.The villas and warehouses Marvin had described earlier were architectural masterpieces!One of the officials murmured, “Each of these properties is worth more than what an average person could ever earn in a lifetime!”Smirking, Marvin gestured to one of the towering villas they passed. “The man some of you refer to as a 'hero' must have been very comfortable here, living among PortVarter’s elite while the rest of the state struggled to make ends meet. Can you imagine the audacity?
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When Douglas received Gregg Wilder’s address, he wasted no time. He coordinated with the law enforcement agencies and ensured that security was tight. He knew the risk of what he was about to do.Gregg wasn’t just another criminal—he was a sorcerer, a man whose reach extended beyond Remalia and into PortVarter. If left unchecked, Gregg would cause even more chaos, killing at will and spreading his influence. But for Douglas, this wasn’t just about protecting the state. This was personal.He had spent his entire life not knowing the full truth about his parents' deaths. Now, he knew. Gregg Wilder was behind their death and Douglas was ready to put an end to him.Within a few hours, Douglas and his small team of elite officers arrived at Grena, where Gregg operated from. The sorcerer’s house sat in the middle of a quiet neighborhood. It wasn’t particularly grand, but there was something eerie about it. The paint was faded, the windows were shut tight, and an unusual stillness surround
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Under Douglas Garnett’s leadership, PortVarter flourished like never before. Crime rates plummeted, businesses thrived, and the people finally felt safe in their own homes. His strategic measures and firm hand in governance made him a figure of admiration and the acting governor, Charles Dennis, made sure everyone knew it. At every official event, he proudly showcased Douglas, recognizing him as the backbone of PortVarter’s stability.One Friday, Douglas was deep into an official assignment when his phone buzzed with a notification. He glanced at the screen and frowned. It was an urgent report about a man named Gregg Wilder, a grand sorcerer from Remalia. The report was disturbing—one of the widows and orphans who lived in Exquisite Garden had fallen into his trap. They were now dead.Douglas clenched his fists. Who was this man?!Wasting no time, he dialed one of his most trusted officials.“Find out everything about the sorcerer, Gregg Wilder. Now.”Less than an hour later, his
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“You are being charged with defamation and the fabrication of false evidence against Mr Douglas Garnett. While he was in prison, you both conspired with former Governor Clarke to mislead the public, tarnish his reputation, and ensure his wrongful imprisonment—all for your selfish political gain.”Detective Hayes took a step forward, his voice carrying the weight of the law.“Furthermore, Marvin Drake, you falsely claimed credit for the recent peace in PortVarter, deceiving the public into believing that your administration was responsible. However, irrefutable evidence proves that Mr Douglas Garnett, and not you, was the one who restored security to this state.”The grand hall, which had moments ago been filled with laughter, fell into a deafening silence as the police officers’ words sank in.Marvin's face paled and his confidence evaporated.“Defamation? False evidence?” he stammered, his eyes darting between Javier and the officers.Javier, usually composed, felt his stomach tigh
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Douglas let out a sharp breath, his jaw tightening."How dare he?"Douglas had worked behind the scenes, risking everything to bring back order, while Marvin, who had done absolutely nothing, was basking in undeserved praise.“This fool couldn’t handle the previous crisis,” Douglas muttered bitterly. “And now, he takes credit for what he obviously had no hand in?”Marvin’s lies were spreading like wildfire, and the people were falling for it. However, Douglas was unperturbed. He knew what to do.Meanwhile, Javier had planned a grand party to celebrate Marvin’s so-called achievement.It was held in one of the most luxurious hotels in Sierra, where high-ranking officials, businessmen, and influential political figures gathered.The hall was extravagant—golden chandeliers sparkled, soft classical music played in the background, and rows of tables covered in white silk held exquisite cuisine and the finest wine.Elegant men in tuxedos and women in designer gowns moved gracefully, discussi
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The morning sun rose over PortVarter State, but for Stewart, it felt like the darkest day of his life!Dressed in a black suit with his face grim and aged overnight, Stewart stood before the cameras on live television. His voice trembled as he read out his official resignation from the office of the Governor of PortVarter State."To the great people of PortVarter," he began, swallowing his pride, "I come before you today to admit my failures. I have been incompetent in governing this state, and I take full responsibility for the crisis that has unfolded under my leadership."The cameras zoomed in on his strained expression, capturing every moment of his humiliation."I deeply regret my shortcomings and the suffering my governance has caused. I sincerely apologize to the people and officials of PortVarter State and promise to atone for my failures in any way I can."As his resignation speech ended, there was an eerie silence—then, an uproar of celebration erupted across the state.On
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Linda froze.Douglas’s… fiancée?Her heart sank.Douglas had moved on.And the woman standing before her was everything Linda wasn’t.Beautiful, Powerful!Linda felt small. The woman's name was Natasha.Natasha wasn’t just anyone—she was the woman Douglas's late parents had chosen to be his wife a decade ago. She was from a distinguished high-class family in the national capital, one whose reputation preceded her.And now, she was here, standing beside Douglas like she belonged.Linda clenched her fists, her jealousy threatening to consume her.The woman leaned in, her voice low but deadly."Don’t you dare raise your hand against my man again."Linda yanked her hand away, her shame twisting into rage."How pathetic," Natasha said coolly, watching Linda with undisguised contempt.Before Linda could respond, a sharp, stinging pain exploded across her cheek.Natasha had slapped her.The sound echoed in the room.Linda gasped with her hand flying to her cheek in shock."You dare insult a
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Stewart sat hunched over his desk with his hands trembling as he flipped through lists of names. He had called every law enforcement agency in PortVarter State, issued threats, and demanded action. Nothing changed!Crime continued to surge—kidnappings, street violence, and orchestrated attacks plagued the cities. Entire neighborhoods were becoming ungovernable, and even the police were terrified to patrol some areas.His calls with police chiefs and county sheriffs were tense and fruitless!"Governor Clarke, our hands are tied. We don’t have the manpower.""The criminals outnumber us, sir. We are outgunned.""We need leadership, Governor, not just orders."Stewart slammed his phone down. His face darkened with frustration.He had even tried reaching out to previous top officials—men and women known for their competence before Douglas Garnett was imprisoned. Some had resigned in protest, while others had been unceremoniously fired by Stewart when he took over.Stewart called them, one
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The governors exchanged glances.Javier Drake had spoken, but rather than swaying the room in Marvin and Stewart’s favor, his words only deepened the suspicion.“Obviously, you're only protecting your son,” someone whispered.“You're delusional if you think you can talk your way out of this mess!” another sneered.Javier could see it—if he didn’t act fast, Marvin would be kicked out of power. He couldn’t let that happen!Clearing his throat, he straightened his suit and squared his shoulders. If mere words wouldn’t be enough, he had to reshape the narrative."Gentlemen, let me remind you of something," Javier began with a smooth and deliberate voice.He gestured towards the chamber, his eyes locking onto each governor one by one."If Mr Garnett was truly the one holding PortVarter together, then why did nothing happen the moment he was arrested? It's been over a month, and during that time, there was peace. It wasn’t until recently that this sudden explosion of violence occurred."Som
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The Presidential Spokesperson, Ambassador Howard Greer, sat at the head of the long, imposing conference table.His face was grim and his eyes locked onto Stewart and Marvin who sat stiffly in their chairs.The room was tense—filled with high-ranking officials, governors from various states, federal ministers, and key stakeholders.The national emergency meeting had been called because of the chaos in PortVarter.Ambassador Greer cleared his throat.His voice was cold and authoritative as it echoed through the chamber."Gentlemen! I must say that the events in PortVarter over the past few days have been nothing short of catastrophic."The room was dead silent as he continued."The level of insecurity we are witnessing is unprecedented! Never in recent history has PortVarter fallen into such chaos. And let’s be honest—this descent into anarchy began the moment Mr Douglas Garnett was removed from power."Murmurs spread across the room.Stewart’s jaw tightened while Marvin gritted his te
