Ethan Nightangle Rises To Power

Chapter 55: Meeting Sophia's Family

Cory's eyes widened as he stared at the wad of money in disbelief. "Is...is all of this mine?" He stammered, his voice filled with astonishment.

Ethan nodded with a genuine smile. "Yes, every bit of it," he replied. "Consider it a gift from a friend. Take it, Cory. It's all yours."

Tentatively, Cory extended his trembling hand, the mix of shock and gratitude evident on his face. Ethan gently placed the money into Cory's palm, making sure he felt its weight. "Use it wisely, my friend," Ethan advised. "This is your chance to leave those difficult times behind and start anew."

Cory's mind raced as he tried to comprehend the sudden turn of events. The weight of the cash in his hand felt both overwhelming and empowering. "I don't know what to say," he murmured, his voice choked with emotion.

Ethan placed a reassuring hand on Cory's shoulder. "You don't need to say anything, Cory. Just promise me that you'll use this opportunity to create a better future for yourself," he said earnestly.

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