From Nothing to Norton

On a sunny afternoon in Pennington, amidst the bustling construction site and the resounding clamor of machinery, a sudden interruption occurred.A taxi screeched to a halt, and a visibly distressed man in his late forties emerged from the vehicle. He appeared as if he were being pursued, his urgency palpable. However, his entrance into the building was halted by the Construction Manager (CM)."Apologies, sir, but you cannot enter this area without your Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)!" the CM called out."Please, I need to see Mr. Newton! It's a matter of utmost urgency, sir," the stranger pleaded, rushing his words.The CM scrutinized the stranger, assessing the situation before responding, "I will fetch him for you. Please remain here.""Mr. Newton!" the CM called out to summon his attention.At that moment, the stranger interjected with worry, "It's about your mother, Mr. Newton."Newton's unease heightened upon hearing the mention of his mother. Leaning over the railing, he in

A tall man with a commanding presence, characterized by his broad shoulders and close-cropped hair, descended the stairs while holding a cane adorned with a hawk's head.Newton noticed that the cane didn't appear to assist the man's movements, but rather seemed to complement his unique style. Observing the man's descent, Newton looked up and their eyes met. The man scrutinized Newton from head to toe, as if searching for something hidden beneath his clothes."Drax, where have you been?" the imposing figure finally spoke.Drax bowed slightly and replied, "Boss, I got into some trouble with the Bean faces. Those punks mistook me for another guy in red pants. Word got around that a fellow in red pants killed Scarface's brother," Drax assessed his appearance and straightened his clothing. "But I'm back now, Boss, better than ever."Placing a hand on Newton's shoulder, Drax introduced him, "Boss, this is Newton. He's the one who saved me from certain death out there on the streets. He took

Newton opted to reside in the impoverished neighborhood due to its proximity to his school.Simultaneously, he was gradually embracing his newfound existence as a clandestine influential figure.Although he possessed wealth, he did not flaunt it.His mansion remained a well-kept secret.Despite owning a luxurious sports car, it remained unseen by others.While commanding a ring of mobsters, he maintained an understated demeanor.Although a billionaire with millions in his bank account, he conscientiously projected an air of humility.On a Monday morning at Bayfield College, Newton had just arrived at the school and was settling into his first class when he encountered a familiar face deliberately crossing his path."Watch where you're going, penniless boy!" the aggressor shouted.The individual in question was Jeremiah Lee.Jeremiah held a deep-seated hatred for Newton since their first encounter, perceiving him as excessively proud.Despite his financial struggles, Newton never allowe

Mr. Norton wasted no time and asked with concern, "Son, what did that person do to you? Are you injured?"Newton assessed his condition and assured him, "I'm unharmed."Taking a breath, Mr. Norton inquired, "How did you end up involved with the Lees?"Newton explained, "Two days ago, I got into a fight with Jeremiah Lee in class. I had no idea his father was the mob-affiliated Mr. Lee you mentioned. He instigated the fight."Mr. Norton chuckled and commended Newton, "You handled it well, son. A man should never back down from a fight. Always be prepared. You truly embody your father's spirit. By standing up to that worthless Lee, you showed him why we are the top dogs in this town."Just as Newton's father received a phone call, Grinch's voice came through the line, saying, "...Hello...Boss, we are ready."Without uttering a word, Mr. Norton shifted his attention to Newton and declared, "It's time.""Today, you will accompany them, my son. Learn from Grinch and the others about how we

Newton lay on his bed, feeling relaxed after a warm bath in his Jacuzzi. The enigmatic woman's image continued to haunt his thoughts, her name still unknown but her beauty etched in his mind.Recalling his defeat in the sword fight against her, Newton shifted position and lay on his back, gazing at the ceiling. "How can someone be simultaneously beautiful and dangerous?" he wondered.Motivated by curiosity, he decided to inquire about her from his father. After struggling to put on his shirt due to his tense muscles, Newton made his way to his father's location. Upon entering, he found his father engaged in conversation with the Grinch, but the details eluded him. Leaning against the wall, he observed the interaction.After a while, the Grinch bowed to Newton and left the room. Determined to delve deeper into the matter, Newton initiated the conversation with his father. "...I encountered a lady on the fifth floor today while practicing with the sword."His father replied, "Okay...""I