***Meanwhile, at the Smith’s family mansion, the morning sun cast a warm glow into the large living room. Nathan and Gwen were sitting on opposite couches in front of each other. Gwen was about to call an apartment agent to get an apartment for Nathan. She dialed a number; the phone rang several times before a voice answered.“Dream Apartments; this is Daniel speaking. How may I assist you today?”“Hi, Daniel. This is Gwen Smith. I’m in a bit of a predicament. I need to find an apartment before the day ends. Is that possible?”Daniel answered calmly. “Of course, Gwen. I’ll do my best to help. Can you tell me your preferences or the area you’re looking for?”Gwen wasn’t looking for a specific preference; she just wanted to get an apartment for Nathan as soon as possible so Nathan wouldn’t be bothered about staying in the guest room. “Anything available and affordable will do. I just need it today.”“I understand the urgency. Let me check our listings. Please hold on for a moment."Gwe
***Nathan and Gwen stood before the apartment building, the designated meeting point with the agent. Gwen pulled out her phone and dialed Daniel."Where are you now?" Daniel inquired with curiosity."I'm currently in front of the apartment building," Gwen replied, glancing at the structure. It wasn't a lavish five-star establishment and seemed below her usual standards, but she was securing it for Nathan, not herself."Okay, I'm coming down to meet you now," Daniel said, and Gwen turned to Nathan."Does this apartment building seem like a place you'd want to live in?" she asked, wanting to gauge Nathan's comfort with the environment."Of course," Nathan replied, understanding not to complain. Ultimately, he would appreciate whatever accommodation he could secure."Alright then, I guess we should check out the apartment before you decide whether you'd like to live here or not," Gwen suggested. Unaware of Nathan's background, she had no insight into whether he genuinely liked the build
Gwen and Nathan found themselves standing in the middle of the small apartment, bathed in sunlight streaming through the modest window, casting a warm glow on the space. To Gwen's surprise, the apartment looked much better than she had imagined; she had expected it to be rather shabby.Admiring the clever layout that seamlessly blended the living area with a compact kitchen, Gwen remarked, "I love how the neutral color palette opens up the room." Nathan, sharing her enthusiasm, expressed, "This might be cozy, but it's perfect for me. I can imagine whipping up delicious meals right here," nodding towards the compact yet functional cooking area.As they explored other areas of the apartment, they returned to the living room and turned their attention to Daniel. "So, what do y’all think?" Daniel asked curiously.Gwen, deferring to Nathan, said, "The thing is, Nathan is the one that would be staying here, so he has the final decision."Nathan, wearing a warm smile, declared, "I love the
Nathan finished signing the paper as he handed it to Daniel. Daniel bid them goodbye as he gave Nathan the key to the apartment.Nathan turned to look at Gwen. “Thanks a lot for this apartment; you didn’t have to get me the apartment, but you did."Gwen was happy to see how grateful he was. “You are welcome; this is the least I could do after you saved my grandfather’s life."The apartment already came with furniture and a bed. So, Nathan didn’t need to get anything for the apartment. All he needed to do now was get his clothes from the Blackwood family house.Gwen's phone started ringing as she took it out. She had somewhere she needed to be as she bid Nathan goodbye and went out of the apartment for Nathan to sort himself out.Nathan sat down at the end of the bed in his new bedroom as he started pondering everything he saw in the old man’s Smith’s office. ‘Why didn’t I find anything relating to my parents in the office but only saw a document that had my family name on it? What cou
Nathan quickly checked out the address on the map and saw that it was not too far from his apartment. “I will have to go and meet up with him and know what he’s talking about,” he mumbled.Nathan paced around his bedroom, wondering how he had a half-brother when no one mentioned that to him. His mom and dad mentioned to him that he had a half-brother, but he wondered why the half-brother was reaching out to him now and what he wanted from him.‘What does he want from me? If he knew about me all these whiles, why didn’t he reach out to me?’ he wondered.***The atmosphere inside the five-star restaurant was imbued with an air of sophistication, from the soft glow of the chandeliers above to the gentle hum of conversation that surrounded the corner table that Alex Atwood and Karina sat across from each other, the flickering candlelight casting a warm glow on their faces. It was their first date.Karina glanced around the restaurant, her eyes occasionally meeting Alex's, but she quickly
Nathan nodded, empathizing with Andrei's quest for answers. "I understand that. Our mother passed away in a tragic incident."Andrei leaned forward, his eyes intent on Nathan's face. He knew about her death, but he had no idea how she died. "What happened?" he asked, his voice weighted with anticipation.Nathan took a moment to compose himself before recounting the painful details. "Our mother was on a plane with my dad, and it was bombed. It wasn't a natural death. It was a horrific incident that took her away from us."Andrei's expression shifted from curiosity to sorrow. "A plane bombing? That's... that's unimaginable. I had no idea."Nathan nodded solemnly. "It was a dark chapter in our family history. I was young when it happened, and it left a lasting impact on all of us."Andrei absorbed the information, his gaze distant as he processed the weight of the revelation. The realization that their mother had met such a tragic end brought a somber atmosphere to the table."I'm sorry,
Nathan looked out the window. At this point, he wanted to get back to his apartment so that he could start making moves.As the taxi neared Nathan's apartment building, the traffic began to thin out. The quiet hum of the engine and the rhythmic patter of rain on the roof created a soothing ambiance, lulling Nathan into a state of relaxation. However, the tranquility was shattered in an instant as a sudden impact jolted the taxi, throwing Nathan forward against the seatbelt."What the hell?" Nathan exclaimed, his heart pounding in his chest.The taxi driver, a middle-aged man with thinning hair and a nervous demeanor, swerved to the side of the road. Both men scrambled out of the taxi to assess the damage. Nathan's eyes widened as he saw a dented car, its headlights shattered, pull up in front of them.A burly man emerged from the damaged vehicle, his face contorted in anger. Raindrops glistened on his furrowed brow, and his soaked clothes clung to his muscular frame. He stomped toward
The dim glow of the laptop screen cast a soft, ambient light in Nathan's otherwise dark bedroom. The clock on the bedside table ticked away the seconds as he hunched over the computer, peering intently at the information displayed on the screen. He had been conducting meticulous research on Andrei Avram, his suspicions growing stronger with every piece of information he uncovered.Nathan had never known that his mom had another kid with another man outside. But the recent discovery of a mysterious half-brother named Andrei had opened Pandora's box of questions and uncertainties. His fingers danced across the keyboard, searching for more details that would confirm or dispel the doubts lingering in his mind.His eyes widened as he stumbled upon a wealth of information about Andrei Avram's background. It was true—Andrew hailed from a prestigious and affluent Romanian family—a fact that only deepened Nathan's intrigue. His mother had never spoken about having a kid for a Romanian man, let
***Nathan sat in his dimly lit motel room, the events of the past few days weighing heavily on his mind. With Josh gone and his quest for revenge fulfilled, he felt a strange sense of emptiness gnawing at him. He knew he needed to leave the city for a while, to clear his head and find some semblance of peace to be able to think of his next move.As he pondered his options, an idea struck him like a bolt of lightning. He reached for his phone and dialed Andrei's number, his heart pounding with anticipation."Hello?" came Andrei's voice on the other end of the line."Andrei, it's Nathan," he said, his tone earnest. "I was wondering if I could come and spend some time with you in Romania."There was a brief pause before Andrei responded, his voice tinged with caution. "Nathan, are you sure that's a good idea? After all, you're the one responsible for Andrew's death. It might not be safe for you here."Nathan's heart sank at Andrei's words, the reality of his situation crashing down on h
***Nathan leaned forward in his chair, his expression serious as he addressed his subordinates through the group call. "Alright, listen up," he began, his voice low and commanding. "We've got a job to do, and we need to do it right."The faces of his subordinates appeared on the screen, their expressions reflecting a mixture of determination and anticipation as they awaited his instructions."We're going after Josh," Nathan continued, his tone unwavering. "But we're going to do it on our own terms. We can't afford any mistakes, so we need to be smart about this."One of the subordinates, a burly man with a stern expression, nodded in agreement. "Understood, boss," he said, his voice gruff. "What's the plan?"Nathan leaned back in his chair, his mind racing as he formulated his strategy. "We'll split into teams and approach from different angles," he explained, his voice steady. "I'll give each of you a specific location to rendezvous with Josh, and from there, we'll move in and take
Frustration surged through Josh like a raging river as he stormed out of the hotel, his jaw clenched with determination. The hunt for Nathan had hit yet another dead end, and the thought of his elusive adversary slipping through his grasp filled him with an overwhelming sense of anger.As he stepped out into the cool afternoon air, Josh's mind raced with plans and strategies. He knew that returning to his mansion would give him the space and resources he needed to regroup and come up with a new approach.Climbing into his waiting car, Josh slammed the door shut with a resounding thud, his thoughts consumed by the singular goal of capturing Nathan and reclaiming what was rightfully his.The streets of Belloberg city passed by in a blur as the car sped towards Josh's mansion, the rhythmic hum of the engine a constant reminder of the urgency of his mission. With each passing moment, his determination only grew stronger, fueled by the burning desire to emerge victorious in his battle agai
Karina's smile faltered slightly at Gwen's words, her gaze dropping to her hands folded in her lap. "I know, Gwen. It was terrifying," she admitted quietly, her voice barely above a whisper.Gwen reached out, gently placing a hand on Karina's arm in a gesture of comfort. "Karina, you don't have to pretend with me. If something happened, if there's anything you need to talk about…" she trailed off, her voice filled with genuine concern.Karina's gaze lifted to meet Gwen's, her eyes reflecting a mixture of gratitude and apprehension. "Thank you, Gwen. I appreciate that," she replied softly, offering a grateful smile.Gwen squeezed Karina's arm gently before withdrawing her hand, her gaze lingering on her friend's face. "So, do you know who the men were? How did you manage to escape?" she pressed, her curiosity getting the better of her.Karina hesitated for a moment, her gaze flickering with uncertainty. She knew she couldn't reveal the full extent of Nathan's involvement, couldn't risk
As he pressed forward, Nathan heard his name being called out from behind him. Instinctively, he quickened his pace, his heart hammering in his chest. He glanced over his shoulder and caught sight of a figure approaching rapidly."Keep moving," Nathan muttered to himself, his mind racing with thoughts of danger. He didn't recognize the person trailing him, and in that moment, his instincts screamed at him to flee.Before he could react, the figure lunged forward, arms outstretched in an attempt to embrace him. Nathan's reflexes kicked in, and with a swift motion of his hand, he conjured a spell that sent the assailant hurtling backward through the air.The man crashed to the ground with a thud, groaning in pain as Nathan wasted no time in putting distance between them. He sprinted down the street, weaving through the labyrinth of alleyways in a desperate bid to escape his pursuer.Footsteps echoed behind him, growing louder with each passing moment. Nathan's heart pounded in his ears
Karina's heart ached at Nathan's words, her mind flooded with a mixture of emotions. She couldn't help but feel a pang of sadness at the thought that Nathan had been carrying this burden alone for so long, without anyone to confide in."Nathan, you don't have to hide anything from me," she said, her voice filled with sincerity. "I love you, no matter what."There was a brief moment of silence between them, as the weight of Karina's words hung in the air. Then, Nathan spoke, his voice filled with gratitude and relief."Thank you, Karina," he said, his voice barely above a whisper. "Thank you for understanding."Karina smiled, her heart overflowing with love and gratitude for the man she loved. "You saved my life, Nathan. I owe you everything."As they bid each other farewell, Karina couldn't help but feel a sense of peace wash over her. With Nathan by her side, she knew she could face whatever challenges lay ahead, together. And as she ended the call, she couldn't help but feel a glimm
***Meanwhile, Nathan's mind raced, the adrenaline still coursing through his veins. Despite the relief of having saved Karina and eliminated the immediate threat of Andrew, he knew that they were not out of danger yet. Andrew's men were still out there, and they needed to be dealt with before they could pose any further harm."Stop the car," Nathan commanded, his voice firm and resolute.The subordinate glanced at him, a hint of confusion in his eyes. "But sir, shouldn't we keep moving? We need to get you and Miss Karina to safety."Nathan shook his head, his expression determined. "We can't just leave those men behind. They're dangerous, and they need to be stopped."Without hesitation, the subordinate complied, pulling the car to a halt by the side of the road. Nathan wasted no time in reaching for his phone, his fingers flying over the screen as he dialed the emergency number for the police.As the call connected, Nathan quickly relayed the situation to the operator, providing the
As Josh delved deeper into Andrew's background, he couldn't help but feel a sense of unease creeping over him. There was something about Andrew that didn't sit right with him, something dark and sinister lurking beneath the surface.But despite his misgivings, Josh knew that he couldn't afford to ignore the connection between Nathan and Andrew. If Nathan had sought refuge in Andrew's house, there had to be a reason. And Josh was determined to uncover the truth, no matter the cost.With a heavy sigh, Josh made arrangements for a private jet that would take him and his men back to Belloberg city. He had a feeling that the answers he sought lay waiting for him there, and he was prepared to do whatever it took to find them.***The sun dipped low on the horizon, casting long shadows over the desolate streets of Belloberg city as Nathan approached the address Andrew had sent him. The building loomed ominously before him, its skeletal frame a stark contrast against the fading light of day.
Andrei sighed, the weight of their predicament evident in his voice. "Just promise me you'll be careful, Nathan," he implored. "I don't want to lose you."Nathan's throat tightened with emotion at Andrei's words. "I promise," he vowed, his voice unwavering. "I'll do whatever it takes to come out of this alive."With a final exchange of well-wishes, Nathan ended the call, his mind buzzing with a newfound sense of purpose. He knew the stakes were higher than ever, but he refused to let fear dictate his actions. Andrew may have come to Belloberg City, but Nathan was ready to meet him head-on, to confront his enemy and emerge victorious, no matter the cost.***Nathan's mind raced as he absorbed Andrew's ominous message. The sudden shift in priorities left him reeling, his carefully laid plans thrown into disarray by the arrival of his most formidable adversary. With a heavy heart, he realized that his mission to kidnap Josh would have to be put on hold indefinitely. Andrew's presence in