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From Darkness to Light: Darwin's Rise Chapter 0039
37 Lisa froze as her eyes fell upon Darwin. A flurry of emotions passed across her face - surprise, irritation, jealousy. Her perfect smile faded into a tight frown. She blinked to make sure it wasn't just her imagination, then opened them and still saw Darwin. She still Couldn't believe her eyes, Darwin, of all people, was here, and not just that—he was with a woman who could only be described as stunning, far surpassing her own beauty. Jealousy prickled at her heart. How on earth did Darwin, who she had always considered somewhat of a loser, manage to catch the attention of someone as attractive as this woman? "Well, well, if it isn't Darwin," Luke said loudly, catching the attention of nearby diners. "Fancy seeing you in a place like this." Seeing Luke and Lisa together not only reignited Darwin's feelings of betrayal but also left him with a mix of sadness and anger, as old wounds were painfully reopened in their presence. Darwin took a slow breath, steeling himself for
From Darkness to Light: Darwin's Rise Chapter 0040
38 Lisa and Luke exchanged glances, scrambling to regain their footing after Fiona's deft rebuttal. Luke cleared his throat, forcing a tight smile. "Now see here, we simply want the best for you both. It would be a shame if...appearances were deceiving." He glanced meaningfully at Darwin. Fiona
From Darkness to Light: Darwin's Rise Chapter 0041
39 Their heated exchange was abruptly interrupted by a waiter, who approached with an apologetic yet firm demeanor. "I must ask you to keep the noise down. This is a respectable establishment, and we need to maintain a peaceful atmosphere." Luke's face, now a picture of barely restrained fury, tu
From Darkness to Light: Darwin's Rise Chapter 0042
40 Darwin took a slow, deep breath to calm himself. Then, with steady hands, he reached into his wallet and extracted a sleek gold card, the emblem of Empire Bank shimmering under the restaurant's ambient lighting. He placed it on the table with a quiet confidence. "I would like to be considered a
From Darkness to Light: Darwin's Rise Chapter 0043
41 “Hey!! You're making a mistake here!” Lisa called out in a harsh voice, her face scowling at the waiter, who turned slightly to acknowledge them once more. “Do you know who this man is?!” she demanded while pointing at Luke who had the temerity to look smug, Fiona could only roll her eyes at th
From Darkness to Light: Darwin's Rise Chapter 0044
42 Darwin also cleared his throat and gazed at the manager, “Will it make any difference if I present the card?” The manager didn't give him a reply, only stretching out his hand to receive the card, struggling his shoulders, Darwin fished the card out of his pocket and placed it on the waiting p
From Darkness to Light: Darwin's Rise Chapter 0045
43 Luke clenched his fists in anger, grinding his teeth at Darwin's audacity. Lisa scowled with flaming cheeks, rolling her eyes dismissively. Darwin remained composed, arching a brow at their reaction. "There seems to be an issue here that requires your assistance," Darwin replied calmly into th
From Darkness to Light: Darwin's Rise Chapter 0046
44 As the manager fumbled with the phone, his face pale and voice shaky, Darwin watched with a mixture of disdain and satisfaction. The atmosphere in 'The Pinnacle' restaurant had shifted palpably. Luke and Lisa, previously reveling in Darwin's imminent expulsion, now looked around, their expressio
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“Yes, you do,” he said firmly. “This isn’t about what you think you deserve. It’s about doing what’s right. And letting you waste away in this cell isn’t right.” Zoe’s hands trembled as she reached for the check, her fingers brushing against his. When she finally took it, she stared at it for a lo
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668 Final The quiet night air carried a chill as Darwin made his way toward the old estate where Zoe was being held. The moon hung low in the sky, casting a pale glow over the gravel path. Each step felt heavier than the last, his thoughts swirling with memories of Zoe—the laughter they once share
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667 The cool evening breeze swept over them as they exited the facility. The tension of the confrontation still lingered, though the small taste of justice had given everyone a fleeting sense of relief. Lady Margaret walked ahead of the group, her usual poise masking the storm brewing within her. D
Chapter 0685
Julius’s lips parted, but no words came. "Answer me!" she snapped. "I—" he stammered, his voice trembling. "I didn’t mean to—" The slap came before he could finish, her gloved hand connecting with his cheek in a resounding crack. "You didn’t mean to?" she repeated, her tone dripping with dis
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666 The tension in the air was palpable as Lady Margaret, Darwin, William, James, Dencia, and Mia stepped into the observation chamber. Beyond the reinforced glass, Julius and Harrison Blackwood sat shackled to their chairs in the interrogation room. Blackwood, tall and imposing even in chains, l
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William flinched at her words but didn’t argue. Instead, he gave a small nod, his expression a mixture of guilt and regret. --- When they arrived at the facility, it loomed over them like a fortress. High walls surrounded the compound, and armed guards patrolled the perimeter. The air was cold an
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665 The following morning, Lady Margaret stood in the grand foyer of the Blackwood estate, her figure composed but radiating authority. She had summoned Darwin, William, and James for what was to be a defining day. The air in the room was heavy with tension, the weight of what lay ahead pressing do
Chapter 0681
664 Darwin made his way through the dimly lit corridors of the mansion, the weight of the day pressing heavily on his shoulders. The halls were quiet, save for the faint crackling of a distant fire and the muted hum of wind outside. His thoughts churned as he approached the chambers he had prepared
Chapter 0680
663 Lady Margaret sat in her private quarters, her hands trembling slightly as she tried to compose herself. The events of the day—William’s shocking return, Darwin’s desperate pleas, and the tidal wave of emotions that came with it—had left her drained. She stared out of the window at the darkened
