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Heavens Fortune System A Battle for the Truth
After a few moments, Elisabeth decided to go to her uncle office in the hotel.As she walked through the lobby, every worker greeted her with the respect due to the CEO’s niece. She moved with deliberate steps, her posture exuding pride, but she ignored them all and headed straight for her uncle’s office.Without knocking, she pulled the door open and walked in.Her uncle barely glanced up, already knowing she was the only one who would enter his office so boldly.“Elisabeth, what is it?” he muttered before finally looking at her.She remained silent until she reached his desk, pulled out a chair, and sat down, her gaze locking onto his. When he simply smiled and returned his attention to his computer, she let out a sigh.“Can you just tell me the truth about that guy?” she asked quietly.Her uncle barely reacted. “Which guy?” he replied casually.“Ethan.” Her voice cracked slightly as she spoke his name.He looked up again, amusement flickering in his eyes. “What’s your interest in h
Heavens Fortune System Ten Days to Prove a Fortune
Mr. Caldwell stared at Ethan, confusion washing over him. He didn’t know what to do next. His face softened as he let out a deep sigh.“I’m done trusting people,” he muttered. “A friend of mine, who used to be my business partner, knows about James’s schemes. James sold my equipment to him—machines worth a fortune—at a ridiculously low price. And instead of questioning why I would sell something so valuable when I clearly needed them, he just bought them without a second thought. He never once asked himself what would make me sell such crucial assets without replacements.”Mr. Caldwell’s voice was softer now, tinged with disappointment.Ethan interrupted, his voice unwavering. “Sir, it’s fine if you don’t trust me. Since you don’t need my help, I’ll back out completely. I won’t interfere in your business again.”His words hit Mr. Caldwell like a blow. The older man looked up at him, searching Ethan’s eyes for any sign of hesitation. But there was none.Mr. Caldwell opened his mouth to
Heavens Fortune System The Edge of Exposure
“So, you really think you can fool me, huh? What a clever thought.” Mr. Caldwell smirked.He leaned forward and took a sip of the coffee on the table, trying to steady his pounding heart.“So tell me, what does the past of Caldwell Horizon mean to you? Why are you so determined to take on the challenge of getting $2 billion in ten days? There has to be more to it than what you’re telling me. And if you’re not honest, I can’t tell you anything either. If you think I’ve been hiding some secret, then be direct—tell me exactly what you want to know, and I’ll tell you how it all happened. I have no secrets from my past.” His words were deliberate, each one measured as he tried to maintain his calm demeanor.Ethan didn’t respond immediately. The breeze from the balcony swept through the room, but it did nothing to ease the tension that had settled in Mr. Caldwell’s chest.I’ve tried every strategy on this old man, but he still won’t open up… Ethan thought, his gaze fixed on the city beyond
Heavens Fortune System A Deal with Doubt
Mr. Caldwell’s sharp eyes narrowed as he watched Ethan, studying his unexpected smile. Despite the accusations, despite being backed into a corner, the young man had the audacity to grin.Why?What kind of man smiles at a time like this?“Yes, I live at the hotel,” Ethan admitted smoothly, his voice steady. “But I’m not the one paying for it. I clearly can’t afford to stay there—not even for a short rest.” He leaned forward slightly, meeting Mr. Caldwell’s gaze head-on. “A while back, I saved a man’s life. His name is Anderson—the owner of the Anderson Group. We happened to cross paths again, and when he found out I had no place to stay, he insisted I use the hotel until I could secure an apartment of my own. So yes, he’s the one paying for it.”Mr. Caldwell’s expression remained unreadable, but his fingers tapped rhythmically against the armrest of his chair.Then, just as Ethan was about to continue, Mr. Caldwell cut him off sharply.“The two billion dollars,” he interjected. “The m
Heavens Fortune System The Cost of Greed
“So, it was just me and three others when we started back then. That was how we became friends,” Mr. Caldwell began, his voice carrying the weight of old memories. “As time went on, we grew bigger, renting a small office space to keep things running. We poured everything we had into making the company work. Then, one day, it all started to fall apart because of a man named Reynold.”He paused for a moment, his fingers tightening slightly against the armrest.Ethan remained silent, watching Mr. Caldwell intently. His expression was unreadable, but his sharp eyes absorbed every word as if he were deciphering the past straight from the older man’s lips.Mr. Caldwell coughed dryly, clearing his throat before continuing. “Reynold suddenly announced that he wanted out of the business. Not only that, but he also demanded a sum of money—claiming it was for all his efforts and personal investments that helped bring the company to where it was.”He shook his head, a bitter scoff escaping him. “
Heavens Fortune System Fractured Paths
“I’ll shut James up first and make him understand what he did. He needs to pay for his actions, and I’ll make sure he sees that his father’s death wasn’t the Caldwell family’s fault. If he insists on taking revenge for the wrong reasons, then he must face the consequences.” Ethan thought to himself.But before he could dwell any further on his thoughts, Mr. Caldwell’s voice snapped him back to reality.“So, Ethan… is there something you’re not telling me?” Mr. Caldwell asked, his eyes filled with curiosity. “You were really pushing hard to dig into this, even though I just disclosed something that no one in my family knows—except my mother. You said it was because you wanted to be prepared in case James tried to use the past against us, but it still feels like there’s more you’re not saying…”Ethan quickly interrupted, forcing a confident tone. “There’s really nothing more. It’s just that since you were holding back, I figured there must be something important I needed to know if I wa
Heavens Fortune System A Silent Devotion
Before Elena could reach where he was standing, Graham had already turned around. She paused as their gazes met.“Hey,” Graham said, a small smile tugging at his lips.Elena’s worries quickly faded as she smiled back. “Why are you here? I wasn’t expecting you to come around,” she said, stabilizing her voice.“Yeah, I know, right? I just came to say hello… By the way, where’s Sophia?” he asked, following Elena toward the back of the shop.“She’s taking a nap. She has a fever, so she needs to rest,” Elena answered casually.“Oh, okay.” Graham glanced around the shop before Elena gestured to a chair.“Have a seat.”“Thanks.” He sat down, then leaned back slightly. “I hope you guys aren’t having any trouble around here… especially from that guy, Paul, who’s been sticking around.” His tone was light, but there was an underlying seriousness in his expression.“Well, except for the fact that Sophia went out last night and didn’t come home until midnight. She hasn’t told me what really happen
Heavens Fortune System Echoes of a Starved Past
Ethan replied to Anderson’s email:“I’d rather come in person. Let me know which office I should visit.”After sending the message, he set his phone down and headed toward the bathroom. Just as he stepped inside, he heard his phone buzz again.He was certain it was Anderson’s reply.A smile of satisfaction tugged at his lips.Stepping into the shower, he let the water pour over his head like a cleansing rain. The sensation was soothing, almost as if he were a man who had been chained for years and was finally set free.Then, memories of his past surfaced—the life he had struggled through, the humiliations he had endured, the times people had treated him like nothing more than a stray dog.One particular memory hit him harder than the rest.He had been just a boy, wandering the streets with no food, no shelter. It was the first night he had run away from the orphanage, believing that life outside would be easier. He didn’t want to be like the other kids who stayed behind—he had bigger
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Mr. Anderson, sensing the tension, turned to his manager. “We’ll sort this out later. This doesn’t concern Mr… um… Ethan here,” he said, patting Ethan’s back lightly.The manager hesitated but eventually nodded.With that, Ethan left.As they walked back inside, the secretary shot Mr. Anderson a curious glance. “Sir, what do you think is really going on with that woman? Why didn’t he want her to see him?”Mr. Anderson’s expression shifted instantly—his earlier amusement replaced by a sharp, unreadable look.Realizing she had overstepped, the secretary quickly dropped the subject, falling silent as they continued toward the elevator.The manager, however, lingered near the reception, watching Elizabeth. The moment she moved toward her car, he discreetly followed.Just as she was about to step inside, he spoke. “Hi.” His tone was light, paired with a casual smile to keep things non-threatening.Elizabeth halted, eyeing him from head to toe. The flicker of disinterest in her gaze told hi
Hidden Agendas
Just as Ethan was about to leave the meeting room, Mr. Anderson suddenly recalled the earlier incident.“Excuse me, sir,” he said, causing Ethan to pause and turn back briefly.“About what happened earlier… with my employee. I’d like to know the details so I can handle it properly,” he continued, his ever-present smile now subdued, his gaze serious.After a brief silence, Ethan finally spoke. “You should ask the receptionist about that. She’ll explain everything to your understanding. I can’t expose him just like that.” His tone was calm, carrying both maturity and politeness.Mr. Anderson nodded. “I see. That’s fine, sir. Thank you for doing business with us.” Then, after a short pause, he added, “If you don’t mind, I can have my driver take you to your destination in my car.”Despite being much older than Ethan, Mr. Anderson still treated him with unwavering respect.Observing this, the manager silently mused, Life is truly unpredictable.“Thanks for the offer,” Ethan replied, match
The Power Behind the Mask
His steps were quick and deliberate as he walked, weighed down by the humiliation of his downfall.He approached the woman at the table, but her fearful expression was gone. Now that all eyes were on him, she knew he wouldn’t dare try anything reckless.“You see what you caused?” he spat, his voice laced with anger.“What do you mean, what I caused?” she shot back, her voice steady.He hesitated, momentarily taken aback. It was the first time any of the workers had dared to talk back to him.“So now you really think you can stand up to me?” He let out a bitter laugh, frustration and anxiety clear in his expression.Biting his lip, he scanned the room, chuckled again, and turned on his heel, making his way to the manager’s office.Inside, Mr. Anderson and Ethan conversed like two billionaires of the same caliber. The smile on Mr. Anderson’s face and the respectful way he addressed Ethan left lingering questions in everyone’s minds.As they entered the office, Mr. Anderson gestured towa
Exposing Corruption
Mr. Anderson waved a hand in response to the greetings, a broad smile on his face as he stepped out of the elevator, his eyes scanning the lobby.The manager quickly approached him. “Sir, do you need anything?” he asked respectfully.“Ethan is here,” Mr. Anderson announced, still glancing around as if searching for something—or someone—who fit his expectations.The assistant manager stiffened. His brows furrowed as a troubling thought crossed his mind. Could it be… that man I just looked down on?But Mr. Anderson didn’t elaborate.“Oh, okay,” the manager responded hastily, then turned to the security team. “We’re expecting a very important guest right now. Everyone, prepare to give a warm welcome.” His gaze shifted toward the entrance, anticipating the arrival of a luxury car.Meanwhile, Mr. Anderson made his way through the hall, heading toward the reception desk where a young woman attended to visitors. His two towering bodyguards flanked him, and behind them, the assistant manager
The Power of Presence
As he was about to turn and leave, his gaze met Ethan’s. There was something in Ethan’s eyes—a silent warning.He quickly turned back to Ethan. “Hey, you… what do you want here?” he muttered in a rude tone, eyeing Ethan from head to toe.He knew that look. Ethan had heard everything.“What do you need?” he asked again, his voice sharper this time. But Ethan didn’t reply immediately.“I’m here to see Mr. Anderson,” Ethan finally said in a calm tone.The man let out a mocking laugh.“What? Really?” He turned back to the receptionist he had just been harassing. “Did you hear that?” he asked, pointing at Ethan.Ethan gently moved the man’s finger away, unfazed.The man’s expression darkened as he turned back to Ethan. “You bastard… who do you think you are?” he sneered.“Don’t point your fingers at me,” Ethan replied, his voice steady and his expression unreadable.The man let out a faint chuckle and locked eyes with Ethan. “What do you want with Mr. Anderson?”“That’s none of your busine
Corrupt Authority
At the Hotel Where Ethan StaysEthan woke up that morning and glanced at the clock—it was already 7 a.m. He rushed into the bathroom, brushed his teeth, and took a quick shower. After getting dressed, he looked no different from any ordinary man; nothing about his appearance suggested he had ever seen a million dollars in his life. Despite his rugged looks, he was undeniably handsome, with striking eyes that could draw attention. However, due to his poor appearance and social status, no woman wanted to be associated with him.After ordering breakfast from the hotel, he waited a few minutes until it was delivered. Once he finished eating, he stepped out of his room and walked down the hallway.As usual, some of the hotel staff snickered as he passed by.Gossip seemed to be their profession, and minding their own business was a sin they had no intention of committing.Rumors about him spread freely—some speculated that he was in a relationship with Elizabeth, which explained how he coul
A Night of Laughter and Healing
That Same Evening – At Sophia’s HideoutEarlier that evening, all their friends had left for the farm, leaving Sophia and Elena to take care of the shop.They had agreed to meet at the riverside at the usual time once they were done.As they locked up, Elena turned to Sophia with a concerned expression.“Sophia, do you think you can come to the riverside? I mean, you need to rest and take your medicine,” she said, handing her the medicine she had picked up from the pharmacy.Sophia moved sluggishly, her body weighed down by exhaustion. Despite how weak she felt, she still tried to act strong.“I’ll just go home to relax,” she muttered.“That would be nice,” Elena said with a small smile.She gently took Sophia’s hand and supported her as they made their way home.As soon as Elena’s mother saw them approaching, she stood up and rushed over, her face filled with worry.“What’s wrong? Sophia, are you okay? What happened?” she asked, her voice laced with concern as she fired off multiple
The Illusion of Obedience
“I’ll find the key and figure it out. Are you with me or not?” Lucas said, standing up, his expression tense.“Are you crazy?” Emily snapped. “Do you have any idea what would happen if he found out we even thought about peeking into that world? He’d destroy us. He’s never mentioned it, not even once, and I never dared to ask because I know it’s a secret.”Lucas narrowed his eyes. “You have to listen to me. You won’t succeed without me. I know what the key looks like, and I understand him better than you do. So let me decide when it happens.” Her voice was firm, but her eyes held a flicker of melancholy.Lucas stomped his foot , frustration radiating off him“Are you afraid of him? Huh?” He locked eyes with her, his tone accusatory.“He won’t even notice,” Lucas continued, his voice urgent. “We’ll plan everything. We’ll hire some guys to take out the guards the night we do it, and then we’ll disappear with everything.”Emily let out a sharp breath and straightened, her expression harde
Temptation of Fortune
Mr. Maxwell’s gaze remained unreadable.As they stepped out of the house, Lucas finally spoke. “Why would Dad send us back? Doesn’t he see it’s late? Can’t we just stay here?” His voice carried a mix of curiosity and frustration.Emily masked her disappointment with a forced smile. “He doesn’t want to be disturbed, so let him be. Once he’s done with his work, he’ll come around. Don’t worry,” she reassured him.They drove back home in silence.Later that night, in her bedroom, Emily sat on the edge of her bed, lost in thought.“Why is he acting so differently?” she muttered to herself. “The last time I stayed with him was… what, three years ago? He wasn’t like this back then.”A creeping sense of unease settled in her chest.“I need to act fast. He must have a plan… or maybe something’s going on that I don’t know about.” Her fingers tightened around the sheets.Then, a darker thought struck her.“Could it be that he thinks he has another child out there? That he plans to make someone e