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Heavens Fortune System A Quiet Respite
Sophia sat quietly in her room, her heart heavy with a deep, unspoken sorrow. The sun had long risen, casting a warm, golden light across the room, but she couldn’t bring herself to step outside. The air felt too oppressive, the world beyond her door too loud. She stared blankly at her phone, her fingers mindlessly scrolling through funny videos, as if they might somehow distract her from the storm of emotions swirling within. Yet, no matter how many clips she watched, her thoughts relentlessly dragged her back into the darkness that seemed to consume her from the inside.A soft knock on the door broke her trance. It was a sound so gentle, yet it felt as if it had come from a distant place, muffled by the fog of her mind. The door creaked open, and there, standing in the threshold, was Elena’s mother, her face etched with concern.“Sophia,” she said, her voice gentle and warm, “You’ve been in here all day. Is something wrong, or are you just resting?”Sophia forced a polite smile, tho
Heavens Fortune System The Hope for Light
Mr. Caldwell sat in his study, papers and his computer spread across the table before him. His mind weighed heavily on the latest reports from the company’s management team.They had informed him of the urgent need to repair the aging machines before they broke down completely. Still pondering how best to handle this, he made the decision. “Carry out all the necessary repairs,” he typed in a quick email to his management team.As soon as he hit send, his phone buzzed, displaying an incoming call from John.His heart skipped a beat. John had only extended the equipment contract as a gesture of goodwill during this turbulent time. Mr. Caldwell knew that if John was calling, it wasn’t likely to be good news.“Hello, Mr. Caldwell,” John greeted, his tone calm but with an unmistakable edge. “How’s the company holding up?”Mr. Caldwell exhaled slowly. “To be honest, John, things are more complicated than ever. James, one of my former employees, has betrayed me and is trying to take over the
Heavens Fortune System The Search for Sophia
Mr. Caldwell picked up the call. “Hello, Ethan. How are you doing?” he asked.Ethan hesitated, struggling to find the right words. After a brief pause, he replied, “Good evening, sir. How’s the family doing?” His tone betrayed his nervousness.“Kid, do you know where Sophia is or not?” Mr. Caldwell’s voice was sharp, cutting straight to the point.“Oh, about Sophia… I don’t really know where she is,” Ethan said, feigning confidence to keep the conversation going. From Mr. Caldwell’s tone, he sensed that straying from the topic would result in an abrupt end to the call.“When was the last time you saw her?” Mr. Caldwell asked, his tone softer now.“Um… I think it was the night of your birthday,” Ethan replied.“Did she tell you anything about where she was going?” Mr. Caldwell pressed.“Actually, she didn’t,” Ethan admitted. But before Mr. Caldwell could respond, he added quickly, “Sir, can we meet in person? I have something important to discuss. Maybe I can help you in this situation
Heavens Fortune System The Search for Sophia 2
One of the hefty men stepped forward, his voice gruff yet calm. “Listen, we don’t want to hurt anyone. Just hand her over, and we’ll all go our way.” His bulging muscles and broad chest suggested military training, making the threat far from hollow.Zara’s confident demeanor evaporated as she darted to the back, hiding behind June, Jude, and Tom.“Who are you people? And who sent you?” Jude asked, stepping forward with more courage than he felt.The men exchanged amused glances before bursting into laughter. “Oh, look at this! A wannabe hero!” one of them jeered, his voice dripping with mockery.“You really think you’re enough to get us?” June asked coolly, his face hardening as he took a step forward. His composure unsettled the men, their laughter fading as a flicker of unease crossed their faces.“Kid, don’t make this harder than it has to be,” one of the men warned. “You don’t want your mama crying over you tonight. Step aside and save yourself the trouble.”The tension thickened
Heavens Fortune System Disguised Intentions
Mr. Caldwell woke up early, slipping quietly out of bed so as not to disturb Olivia. He moved to his desk, where his laptop awaited, and initiated the transfer of $6 billion to Mr. Greyson. His fingers trembled slightly as he completed the transaction. Once it was done, he leaned back in his chair and exhaled deeply, the weight of his decision pressing heavily on his chest.A faint rustle behind him signaled Olivia stirring. She opened her eyes and caught sight of him, his face clouded with worry.“Honey, good morning,” she greeted softly.Mr. Caldwell quickly masked his emotions and turned to her with a weak smile. “Good morning, dear. How did you sleep?”“It was fine. And you?” Her voice was quiet, but her gaze was searching.“It was… fine,” he replied, his voice cracking slightly as he adjusted his glasses.Olivia sat up, brushing her hair back. “Today is the deadline for Mr. Greyson’s money, isn’t it? What are we going to do about it?” Concern etched her features.“It’s done,” Mr.
Heavens Fortune System Into the Tangled Path
Ethan pulled out his phone and dialed Mr. Caldwell’s number. He listened as the phone rang, and after a moment, Mr. Caldwell picked up.“Hello?” Mr. Caldwell’s cold voice came through the line.“Sir, I’m at your house now,” Ethan said politely.“Alright, hold on. Someone will open the door,” Mr. Caldwell replied curtly before ending the call. He called out to Lila, “Open the door. I have a guest.” His commanding tone left no room for argument.Lila walked to the door and opened it. Seeing Ethan, she froze in disbelief. “It’s you… What…” she muttered, leaving the door ajar before walking back to the couch.Ethan stepped inside and approached the living room slowly. Just as he was about to sit down, Lila’s mocking voice cut through the air. “Don’t stain the white couch with your dirty clothes.”Ethan met her gaze but said nothing, simply nodding as he remained standing. Moments later, Mr. Caldwell emerged from his room.“Ethan, why aren’t you sitting? Come here,” Mr. Caldwell said warml
Heavens Fortune System Uncertainty and Tension
Meanwhile, Sophia and Elena were at the shop, busy with their usual routines.Suddenly, a man entered, his movements deliberate yet unsettling as he wandered aimlessly, as though searching for something.“What do you want?” Elena asked calmly, her voice steady despite the growing unease in the air.The man remained silent, offering no response.“Sir, what do you want to buy?” Elena pressed, her patience wearing thin.Sophia glanced up, alerted by Elena’s tone, and focused on the man. His odd smile and the way his fingers dragged across the surfaces as he walked heightened the tension.Elena, now visibly frustrated, said firmly, “Sir, if you don’t leave right now, I’ll call the police.”Sophia stood up, concern evident in her voice. “What’s going on?”“I don’t know who he is,” Elena replied, exasperated. “He came in, started wandering around, and hasn’t said a word.”Sophia’s stomach churned when the man turned, revealing a tattoo on his neck—one she instantly recognized. It was the sa
Heavens Fortune System Fragile Threads of Threat
That evening, as Mr. Caldwell settled on his bed, preparing to sleep, he sighed deeply.“At least Greyson’s threat feels a bit further from me for now. I can figure out how to get John’s equipment. He might consider the help I once gave him, which made him wealthy today. Though it’s no excuse to delay the contract… I’ll try my best,” Mr. Caldwell muttered as sleep began to overtake him.Just as his eyes started to close, the sharp ringing of his phone jolted him awake. At first, he thought it was part of a dream, but when the phone rang again, he realized it was real.Glancing at the screen, he froze. It was Greyson.His heart skipped a beat as he quickly sat up. What could he possibly want now? I hope he doesn’t still expect us to be friends after trying to force my daughter to marry his unstable son, Alex. He’s probably why Sophia ran away.Taking a deep breath, Mr. Caldwell answered.“Hello?” His voice was cautious.“Caldwell, you’re not done paying the debt you owe me,” Greyson sa
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Under Police Investigation
As Ethan played the footage, it revealed how the truck had been waiting, almost as if calculating the perfect moment to strike. Then, with a sudden surge, it sped forward, slamming directly into their car.The footage clearly captured the old man’s face as he stumbled out of the truck and ran off. Moments later, another figure appeared—a man wearing a cap and shielding his face with a round-neck towel. He climbed into the truck and swiftly drove it away.Ethan’s heartbeat quickened.Then, the next frame sent a chill down his spine—an image of the old man’s lifeless body sprawled on the roadside, exactly where he had fled.Before Ethan could process it all, a new development caught his attention—two police officers entering the hospital, their eyes scanning the area.Realizing they were heading straight for him, he quickly slid his phone into his pocket.“Sir, we’d like to ask you a few questions regarding the incident that occurred a few minutes ago,” one of the uniformed men stated w
Marked for Elimination
“I know you’re trying to help, but the truth is that you don’t have to sacrifice yourself,” Mr. Caldwell added.Ethan, keeping his usual calm demeanor, simply smiled.“Okay, sir. Thank you for your kind advice. I’ll be on my way now—I have other things to take care of,” he said politely.“Are you upset that I’m telling you the truth?” Mr. Caldwell’s voice sounded weaker, yet he forced himself to speak.“No, sir. But I’ll be back tomorrow when the contract is ready,” Ethan replied curtly.“If so, take care. I just wanted to tell you what’s on my mind,” Mr. Caldwell said.Ethan turned to leave as the conversation ended.His mind was now set on returning to the hotel. This time, he’d conduct his investigation and uncover the full truth about James. Once he had the final answers, he’d report back to his father with the required information before stepping in to rescue the Caldwell family.As he stepped out, he spotted Elizabeth sitting on the couch, glancing around absentmindedly.The mom
When Hope Fades
“Ethan, I hope I’m not putting too much pressure on you?” Mr. Caldwell’s voice cut through his thoughts.“Not at all, sir. Don’t worry, the contract will be signed tomorrow, and you’ll get the money—” Ethan started, but before he could finish, Mr. Caldwell interrupted.“Ethan, if you know it’s not convenient for you, you don’t have to go through with the contract. Use it for yourself. You told me your friend wants to repay you for saving his life. Maybe it’s time to think about starting something of your own. If you build a business now, you’ll have an empire before you know it.”“Sir, don’t worry about me. Your health isn’t in the best condition right now, so you shouldn’t stress too much. Just focus on taking care of yourself and getting some rest.”Mr. Caldwell sighed deeply.“I just hope you know what you’re doing with your life. If you don’t start planning for yourself now, you might regret wasting your time here. I won’t lie to you—I need the money—but I don’t feel right taking
Lost and Betrayed
“I’ve been thinking about my company, my family… how everything that was once perfect suddenly fell from grace. Now, my wife has left because she’s ashamed of this family, and my daughter ran away because her mother forced her to marry an incomplete man… I’m just fed up with everything.” Mr. Caldwell’s voice was filled with frustration, his eyes welling up with tears as he spoke.Ethan took a moment to process his words.“Did you say Sophia ran away because her mother forced her to marry someone?” he asked, his expression darkening.Mr. Caldwell met Ethan’s gaze before nodding. “Yes.”“I had a friend—Mr. Greyson. For years, he insisted that I let Sophia marry his son, Alex. Even before everything started going downhill for my family, he kept pressuring me, but I always stood my ground. I knew Sophia would never agree to it.” He paused, taking a deep breath before continuing.“But after that disastrous robbery night, Mr. Greyson gave my wife money—like he was buying her loyalty. And fr
A Brewing Storm
He took his phone and dialed Ethan’s number.As soon as the call connected, Ethan’s voice came through, steady and respectful. “Hello. Good morning, Mr. Caldwell.”“Hello, Ethan,” Mr. Caldwell responded, his voice low and burdened, as if the weight of the world rested on his chest.Ethan picked up on the tension immediately. “Sir, are you okay? What’s wrong?” he asked, concern evident in his tone.There was a brief pause before Mr. Caldwell finally spoke. “Hmm… I need to talk to you.”Without hesitation, Ethan answered, “Okay, sir. I’ll be there in a few minutes.” His voice held no doubt, only urgency.As soon as the call ended, Ethan grabbed his shirt and buttoned it up in a hurry. He rushed out of the building, not even acknowledging the greetings of the gossipers in the lobby. He flagged down a taxi just as Elizabeth appeared behind him.“What’s wrong, Ethan?” she asked, concern etched across her face.“I can’t explain now. It’s an emergency,” Ethan replied, his voice tense with ur
A House Without its Pillars
Even Lucas, her own son, didn’t know the truth about his birth. He had always believed he was the son of the wealthy Harrington family.“So clueless,” Emily thought to herself.“Okay, Lucas. You’re right,” she finally said with a small smile.“I’ll be heading to my room. I didn’t get much sleep last night, so I need to rest,” she added, fabricating an excuse to leave.Lucas eyed her suspiciously, sensing something off, but without any solid reason to question her, he simply nodded. “Alright, Mom.”As soon as she entered her room, urgency took over. She pulled out her phone and dialed the security officer who had recently passed information to her.The first call went unanswered.The second time, it rang but was cut off.She tried a third time—still no response.By the fourth attempt, the phone was switched off.Frustration burned in her chest.“Damn it! Why won’t you pick up, you idiot?” she muttered under her breath.Locking the door behind her, she moved away from it, ensuring that
The Silent War
Emily quickly put on a smile to ease the tension.“Those dropped off from the table,” she said as she walked over and started picking up the bottles.“Mom? Are you sure you’re okay?” Lucas asked, concern still evident on his face. He didn’t quite believe her words.“Sure, I’m okay. It’s nothing, trust me. It was just a mistake,” she said, shifting the tension.Lucas sighed and walked over to sit on the couch in her room.“So, Mom, I really want to ask something… What if Dad decides not to make me his heir after all the time we’ve wasted pretending to be loyal? What if he just dismisses us? I feel like he already knows why I’m pretending to be a good son,” Lucas said, his expression thoughtful.Emily smirked but didn’t respond immediately.After gathering the broken glass and disposing of it in the trash basket, she turned to him with a smile.“Then we go for Plan B,” she said firmly.Lucas looked dumbfounded.“What Plan B?” he asked, but his mind quickly flashed back to the undergroun
The Betrayers Game
As morning broke, Emily woke up to a missed call on her phone. It was from one of Mr. Maxwell’s security men—the one who regularly fed her inside information in exchange for a generous tip.Despite being mere security personnel, Mr. Maxwell’s guards earned as much as bankers. Yet, this particular man was desperate enough to betray his employer, even after swearing that any act of treachery against Mr. Maxwell would bring ruin upon him.Seeing the missed call, Emily’s lips curled into a smirk. A new update. And, as always, before he spilled anything, she’d have to send him a tip—his price for silence and loyalty, however temporary.She dialed his number, but he didn’t pick up. She understood immediately—he couldn’t take her call if he was around the other security guards.A few minutes later, her phone rang.“Hello?” Emily’s voice was calm and confident as she sat before her mirror, applying makeup with practiced ease.“Hello, ma,” the man whispered.“What do you have for me?” she aske
The Test of Power
“Okay, okay, hear me out—go back there and kick that motherfucking James’s ass!” June said in his usual playful tone.The group burst into laughter at his exaggerated gestures.“What he meant to say,” Tom added calmly, “is that you’re your family’s hero, Sophia. It’s time to fulfill your duty.”“Yes, yes! That’s exactly what I was saying. Thank you, Tom,” June chimed in again.The atmosphere felt warm and lighthearted, but Sophia’s thoughts drifted far from the laughter filling the room.If I return home… what will my dad even say? And my mom? She sighed. Even Ethan… I don’t know if he’d still be waiting for me. He must have moved on with his life by now. I was pregnant when I left, and they couldn’t find me. He must’ve given up already…But then, she steeled herself. No matter what’s waiting for me at home, I’ll face it and do my best.Just then, Zara’s voice pulled her out of her thoughts. “So, Sophia, when are you leaving?” she asked, her expression curious.“Um… well, soon,” Sophi
