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Heavens Fortune System The Mark of Trust
Ethan woke up early that morning, feeling both anxious and excited about the day ahead. After getting dressed, he walked into the living room where Mr. Maxwell was already seated, sipping coffee and reading a newspaper.“Good morning, Dad,” Ethan greeted with a bright smile, attempting to hide the nervousness in his tone.Mr. Maxwell lowered the newspaper and looked up, a warm but firm expression on his face. “Good morning, Ethan. How was your night?”“It was good, sir. And yours?” Ethan responded politely, his posture upright to show respect.“Good,” Mr. Maxwell replied with a subtle nod. Then, with a tone of authority, he added, “Are you ready? We’ll be leaving in ten minutes.”“Yes, sir,” Ethan replied quickly, before excusing himself to check on his mother in the guest room.He knocked gently on the door.“Come in,” Audrey’s soft voice called from inside.Ethan opened the door to see his mother standing in front of the mirror, adjusting her dress. She looked elegant yet humble, th
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
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A Haunting Presence
Sophia was still in shock, staring at Paul as if trying to piece together how he had found her.“What? I’m not here to hurt you,” Paul said with a grin, his gaze locked onto hers.Sophia’s expression hardened. “Are you the one who sent those men after me?” Her sharp eyes narrowed in suspicion.A flicker of nervousness crossed Paul’s face. He struggled to find a quick denial, but before he could say a word, Sophia pressed on.“You sent those street thugs after me. Why?”Paul hesitated, clearly caught off guard. He exhaled, then said, “I was only looking for you. I never asked anyone to go after you.”Sophia didn’t waver. “Why are you looking for me? What do I owe you?”Paul’s grin returned, but this time, there was something unsettling about it. “I thought you were supposed to be pregnant.”A heavy silence filled the room.Paul tilted his head. “Oh? Did you get rid of it? Or was it just a rumor?” He chuckled, his words laced with mockery.Elena, who had been watching quietly, frowned i
A Familiar Threat
As Elisabeth drove, a chuckle played on her lips. She glanced at Ethan and teased, “Ethan, do you even remember our conversation about the job? Aren’t you the least bit concerned about it? Or maybe… you don’t actually need a job. After all, you’re a cool guy, lying low for some reason.” She smirked playfully.Ethan blinked, momentarily pulled from his thoughts. “What? No… sorry about that. I can start fresh next month, right? I just have a few things to sort out first, so they won’t distract me when I start working with you.” His tone was casual, though his mind remained preoccupied with Mr. Caldwell’s company situation.“It’s fine,” Elisabeth said, waving it off. Then, her eyes flickered with curiosity. “So, who was that girl whose house you just left?”Ethan frowned slightly. “What girl?” he asked sharply.“Don’t play dumb. I saw her,” she said with a grin.“Oh, you mean Lila? I wasn’t there for her. I went to see her father—he invited me over to discuss a few things.” His voice rem
A Gamble on Trust
Ethan took a shower and dressed in his usual outfit, which looked no better than rags. As he moved closer to the mirror to fix his hair, thoughts of Sophia flooded his mind.“Where could Sophia be? Why would she run away at a time like this? Isn’t her family supposed to be the safest place for her right now? There’s something I need to find out because I don’t understand why she left when they’re in trouble. But I won’t judge her—not yet. I don’t know what really happened.”Muttering to himself, he turned to the bed and picked up his shabby-looking bag.Ethan walked down the hallway, his footsteps deliberate, careful not to draw attention. Stepping outside, he flagged down a taxi and got in.Not far away, Elisabeth was driving toward the hotel when she spotted Ethan entering the cab.*“Where is he going? There’s something off about this guy… acting poor, yet always finding a way to be in the middle ofeverything. I need to keep an eye on him.”* She muttered to herself and decided to f
Silent Tension
“What’s wrong with you? Is it not you I’m talking to, Junious?”Realizing that June was back, Sophia quickly stood and went to the next bed where Elena was still sleeping. Gently, she tapped her shoulder.“Elena, wake up. We need to go. The truck driver will be waiting for the delivery,” Sophia urged.Elena stretched and rubbed her eyes, groaning softly. “What’s all that noise?”Sophia listened as the voices grew louder.“You didn’t come home last night, and you left everyone worried! Jude told us you went to Jonathan’s house, but when we called his parents, they said you were never there.”Sophia turned to Elena, who was now fully awake. “It sounds like they’re talking to June,” Sophia whispered.“Oh no, is he back?” Elena asked, standing and heading for the door.“Yes, and it doesn’t sound good,” Sophia replied, following her.As they stepped into the living room, they were greeted by the tense scene.“Good morning,” they said politely, but their voices were drowned out by Jude’s fa
A Brother’s Reckoning
As the approaching men drew nearer, the pot-bellied man suddenly rushed forward, his voice trembling. “Guys, everything’s fine! We were just messing around with the kids—nothing serious,” he shouted, desperation and fear evident in his tone.“Just messing around with the kids, you say?” a familiar voice called out, calm yet commanding.The group turned toward the source of the voice, their expressions shifting to shock as Graham stepped forward, his figure looming with authority.Jude’s eyes widened in recognition. “Brother!” he exclaimed, running to embrace him.As Graham opened his arms to receive Jude, the pot-bellied man’s gaze fell on the tattoos etched across Graham’s forearms. His face paled as realization struck—he had just messed with someone powerful, someone dangerous.The pot-bellied man immediately straightened, his voice shaky as he stammered, “L-long live, Leader,” raising his hand in a sign of respect. The other men with him quickly followed suit, bowing their heads.J
Breaking Point
As Elisabeth continued explaining what she had overheard and seen in the file, she suddenly stopped mid-sentence.Ethan turned his head toward her, puzzled. “What?” he asked, his gaze meeting hers.Elisabeth was smiling, her eyes fixed on him.“Hmm… nothing,” she replied with a teasing smile, then turned to stare out the window.“How much was the meal?” she asked after a brief pause, her tone neutral, though her expression was unreadable.Ethan hesitated, clearing his throat before responding. “Uh… yeah, about that. It was $5,000,” he said awkwardly, avoiding her gaze.“Okay,” Elisabeth replied, her lips curling into a sly grin. “I won’t ask how you managed to pay that, especially since you act like a poor guy,” she added, laughing softly.Ethan opened his mouth to defend himself, but his phone buzzed before he could speak. It was a call from Mr. Caldwell.“Hello, sir,” Ethan answered politely.“Hey, Ethan. I’m home now,” Mr. Caldwell said, his voice still slightly weak but much impro
A Kiss of Conviction
“What are you thinking?” Elisabeth’s voice snapped Ethan out of his thoughts.“Why do you insist on bringing me here?” Ethan asked, his tone serious as his gaze remained fixed on Paul, seated alone a few tables away.“Just to apologize for the way I treated you yesterday,” she replied, her expression soft.Ethan’s eyes darted back to Paul, his brows furrowed. “What’s wrong?” Elisabeth asked, curiosity etched on her face.“Oh, it’s nothing. Don’t worry,” Ethan replied quickly, lowering his head as the waiter arrived with their order.The waiter placed the dishes gently on the table, and Elisabeth flashed a grin. “Mmm… you’ve got good taste.”“Haha… it was just a random pick,” Ethan said, attempting to ease the tension. His thoughts raced as he glanced toward Paul. At least he can’t see my face from where he’s sitting.“Let’s eat, then,” Elisabeth said, lifting a spoon. She leaned forward, offering it to Ethan.He hesitated, wanting to refuse, but the laughter from nearby tables made hi
Intrigued by Motives
Graham’s voice was light and deliberate. “The street monkeys are known as thugs and bad guys. But the truth is, they’re more pure than the politicians themselves.” He paused, his gaze sweeping over the group.“The reason the police are always after the street monkeys isn’t because they’ve done bad things. Sure, some members do bad things on their own, but when the leader finds out, those people are dealt with. They don’t take bribes or stoop to corruption. They’re just a group of people who choose a free life.”He leaned forward slightly, his voice lower but firm. “Politicians, on the other hand, try to pay them off to do their dirty work. But when the street monkeys reject their offers and expose them, that’s when the politicians turn against them.”“So what’s the point now?” June interrupted, their expression skeptical.Graham paused briefly before continuing. “If you’re suspecting they’re working for someone, it means they might’ve taken a bribe. That’s something we can use against
A Friend’s Burden
After waiting for more than an hour, a doctor finally approached Ethan, who was still seated, hoping to continue his conversation with Mr. Caldwell.“Sir, you can go for now. Mr. Caldwell needs to rest. He should be better by tomorrow and may even be discharged then,” the doctor said in a clear, professional tone.“Okay, thank you very much,” Ethan replied as he stood and left the hospital.Returning to the hotel, Ethan walked directly to his room, avoiding any unnecessary conversations. He only responded to greetings with a curt nod, as most people in the hotel tended to look down on him. His appearance was even worse than some of the cleaners working there, but Ethan didn’t care. He was no longer the hopeless man he once was. Knowing his true identity—that he was the son of one of the wealthiest men—gave him quiet confidence. Instead of letting insults bother him, Ethan would just smile and move on.As he approached his room, he felt someone grab his attention from behind.“Hey, did