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"Cooperate now, and it might go easier for you," Seraphina urged, her voice firm but not unkind. "Continuing down this path will only lead to more trouble."As the tension in the room thickened, Seraphina's stern expression left little room for doubt. "Tell me, did you commit this act?" She demanded, awaiting Halland's response.Just as Halland seemed on the brink of speaking, the door swung open, breaking the charged atmosphere.Seraphina's gaze sharpened as she turned towards the door, her expression curious yet composed. Her eyes fell on the man in the impeccably suit, a bag clutched under his arm, accompanied by the head of the police department.Halland's face transformed, a glimmer of hope lighting up his eyes at the sight of their family lawyer. The man was their families lawyer so he knew he was there for him. He wasted no time, beseeching the lawyer to intervene."Lawyer, you're here! You need to save me from these wicked and idiotic people," Halland implored.Slap!"Seraphina
The next day, Ethan's eyes gently opened, greeted by the sight of Sophia still sound asleep beside him, her phone held lightly in her hand. He stretched and yawned, observing Sophia place her phone down with a smile.Sophia looked up as Ethan greeted her, returning the greeting with equal warmth. "You're awake, good morning, babe.""Good morning. You're up early, what are you doing?" Ethan inquired."Just going through some stuff, nothing major," Sophia replied, a hint of morning drowsiness in her voice.Ethan nodded, then cleared his throat. "Alright, so what's on the agenda for today?"Sophia suggested a relaxing day at home. "How about we stay in, find a good movie or series on N*****x, and then head out in the evening?""In the evening?" Ethan queried, a slight frown forming. "Where would we go?"Sophia pondered for a moment before deciding. "Anywhere, really. We can take a leisurely stroll, have ice cream, or just explore the streets.""Sounds great then. So, what's our movie for
Ethan and Sophia stepped outside, opting for a leisurely stroll instead of driving. As they ambled down the street, they were unknowingly being shadowed by a tall, foreboding figure. This man, concealed and dangerous, kept a close eye on them, a hidden firearm ready for action. It was he who had been dispatched by Boss Lady after the initial team's failure to protect Ethan.He activated the earpiece in his ear and, after a brief pause, reported, "Boss Lady, young master and his girlfriend have just stepped out."Boss Lady's voice crackled in response, "Alright, do your job. Ensure their safety and stay vigilant. If you perceive any imminent threat, take appropriate action."The man acknowledged her instructions. "As you wish, boss." He clicked off the earpiece and continued to shadow Ethan and Sophia, his presence hidden from their view.Ethan and Sophia meandered down the charming streets of London on this tranquil evening. The city was aglow with the warm hues of street lamps, casti
The man frowned angrily, frustration etched on his face as he recounted his mounting losses. It seemed luck was nowhere in his favor this week.Ethan turned to Sophia with an eager glint in his eye. "I really want to try."Sophia, supportive as ever, nodded. "Surely you can. I'll pay for it."Ethan shook his head, a confident smile on his face. "No need. I actually have some cash; it should be enough."Sophia beamed at him. "All the best."The old man, sensing a new participant, inquired, "Gentleman, you seem new here. Do you want to give it a try?"Ethan nodded with enthusiasm. "Yes, I want to. How much is it?"The old man deftly displayed the amount with his fingers before verbalizing it. It was a considerable sum.Sophia looked at him, concerned. "Should I pay?"Ethan reassured her. "Don't worry, as I said, I have enough cash. I'll pay."The old man co
"Puff!"As the old man delicately unveiled the inner sanctum of the second stone, a collective breath was held in anticipation. However, to the naked eye, there was no immediate sign of the coveted green hue. A wave of initial disappointment rippled through the onlooking crowd."Ah, too bad," muttered a voice from the back, disappointment dripping from the words. "Looks like he might not have the touch after all."Ethan himself felt a bit disappointed and same was Sophia. "He seemed so confident," another person whispered, shaking their head in mock sympathy. "Guess it's not as easy as it looks."Ethan's heart sank for a fraction of a second. The collective sighs of the crowd seemed to echo in his ears. But he wasn't ready to give up hope just yet, at least the third one could be luck. He was about to ask the old man to continue with the third but what happened was more shocking. As if to defy the odds, a so
Ethan extended his hand and shook the man's, saying, "Yes, I am. And who are you, too?"The middle-aged man smiled and introduced himself as Seth Joseph, the owner of the jade business with establishments in different locations.Ethan nodded appreciatively. "Nice. So, I want to sell my jades, and I heard you buy them back."Seth confirmed, "Yes, I do." He motioned to his assistant to bring the jades that Ethan had won. After a careful examination, a pleased smile crept across Seth's face. "This is really good. Now, let's talk about the price."Ethan agreed, "Alright. You make your offer. If I'm cool with it, I'll let you know. And if I'm not, too, I'll let you know."Seth re-evaluated the jade, his satisfaction not escaping notice. Finally, he looked at Ethan and made an offer, "I'll give you $2 million for this."The onlookers chuckled lightly, expecting Ethan to decline, as he had already stated he wouldn't settle for that amount. As anticipated, Ethan shook his head, resolute. "Sor
On their way, Sophia cast a worried glance at Ethan, her concern etched in her eyes. "Hubby, that amount was substantial, it could have made you rich. Was it right to reject?" she inquired, her voice tinged with uncertainty.Ethan's smile was reassuring as he responded, "Believe me, they were trying to pull a trick. This isn't ordinary jade. The fact that it only reveals its shine after cutting and opening indicates that it's a valuable piece."Sophia absorbed his explanation and nodded thoughtfully. "So, what's our next step?" she queried.Ethan considered for a moment before offering a solution. "We'll just take a cab to one of the reputable dealers I've come across. It has received a lot of positive reviews, so we'll head there instead."Sophia's agreement came with a smile. "That sounds like a good plan."Ethan's gratitude was evident as he expressed, "Thanks for understanding. Let's go get some ice cream or anything you fancy first."Sophia's smile widenedAs they strolled furthe
Sophia was shocked, her eyes widening as she stared at Ethan. "What are you doing, Ethan?" she asked, her voice laced with shyness.Ethan paid no mind to her, his attention focused on the crowd, awaiting their responses.Suddenly, a voice chimed in, "Bro, she's very beautiful."A lady added, "Your girlfriend is like an angel."Another voice joined in, "She's the kind of lady who would be every man's spec."The compliments continued to pour in,"Is she a model? She could be!""You're one lucky guy!""She's got a smile that can light up a room!""They make such a gorgeous couple!"The crowd seemed unanimous in their admiration for Sophia.Ethan turned to Sophia, a smug grin on his face. "Now everyone is aware of us. See the compliments you've received because of me. Am I not the best?"Sophia rolled her eyes and retorted, "Point of correction, I received them because I am exactly what they said. Come on."Ethan chuckled and drew very close to her. The onlookers started to cheer, yelling