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From Darkness to Light: Darwin's Rise Chapter 0059
57 "Well?" asked Luke sharply as the men approached. Jake spat on the ground. "He put up one hell of a fight. Almost had us beat too." Lisa's brow arched in surprise. "Almost?" Roy nodded grimly. "Bastard was tougher than he looked. Took all three of us to bring him down." "That punk got in a
From Darkness to Light: Darwin's Rise Chapter 0060
58 Margaret Wetin paced the floor of her lavish mansion, worry etched onto her aging features. It had been two days since Darwin was rushed to the hospital, battered and bruised from the vicious attack. The doctors assured her his injuries would heal, but it did little to ease her motherly concern.
From Darkness to Light: Darwin's Rise Chapter 0061
Meanwhile, at the Hawthorn mansion, Luke and Lisa were celebrating in the parlour with drinks. But the mood soured when John Hawthorne strode in, his face like a stormcloud. Without warning, he backhanded Luke hard across the face. Lisa gasped as Luke reeled, clutching his stinging cheek in shock.
From Darkness to Light: Darwin's Rise Chapter 0062
59 The next morning, Luke awoke with a pounding headache. The confrontation with his father replayed in his mind, leaving a bitter taste. He dragged himself out of bed, dreading what the day may bring. As he entered the dining hall, he knew something was wrong. The servants fluttered about with a
From Darkness to Light: Darwin's Rise Chapter 0063
60 As Darwin's car curled around the final bend, the imposing structure of The Grand View Resort and Hotel loomed into view, its grandeur unmistakable even from a distance. Clad in nothing fancier than his most comfortable casual wear, Darwin's heart sank a little. His mother's bombshell and th
From Darkness to Light: Darwin's Rise Chapter 0064
61 Once outside, Darwin allowed himself a moment to catch his breath, his chest heaving with short, ragged breaths. The cool air did little to soothe the storm of emotions raging within—anger, embarrassment, disbelief swirling in a tumultuous mix. He couldn't fathom the nerve of Henry, the blat
From Darkness to Light: Darwin's Rise Chapter 0065
62 Darwin, for his part, was just as taken aback. He was aware his mother had some clout in the area, given her ownership of the commercial street, but this? This was beyond anything he'd imagined. The thought that his mother could wield enough influence to make someone like Elliot show him defer
From Darkness to Light: Darwin's Rise Chapter 0066
63 Elliot quickly showed Darwin around the manor before he shared some details about his past. At this point, Darwin came to realize that Elliot and his wife had once run a modest bakery. Contrastingly, Lady Wettin had always been part of the affluent elite. Despite her wealth, Lady Wettin was
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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
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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
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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
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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
