"Do you know what it means to defy the laws of physics? To exist as a paradox within the world's natural order?" He paused, allowing the weight of his words to sink in. "I've been in fights where I've defied gravity itself. I can launch myself through the air, suspend myself in nothingness, just to deliver a strike. Hey Maria, I'm a living, breathing contradiction to the rules of this world."Oliver paused, his gaze still unyielding as he looked at Maria. "In simpler words, your father may be a lion among men, but I am a dragon among lions. So tell me, do you still think your father's might will be enough?"Gasp!"The room felt like it was closing in, as if even the walls were leaning in to listen to Oliver's audacious claims. Maria, even with her initial boldness, found herself grappling with uneasiness. "What has my dad done, what do you mean by you want his life? And who are you?" She asked"Good, this is what you should have asked for. I'm Oliver Storm, son of Garcia Storm," Oliv
Meanwhile, outside the cave, Vespera's eyes fluttered open. She found herself staring at the sky, feeling as if she had been drained of energy. Slowly, she sat up and looked around, realizing Oliver was nowhere in sight.Her hand trembled as she reached up to touch her face, specifically the spot where her scar had been. Her fingers glided over smooth skin, no bump or ridge to indicate a scar or sore. Confused, she moved her hand to the other side of her face, thinking maybe she'd touched the wrong spot. Again, her fingers met only smooth, unblemished skin. Shocked, both of her hands flew to her face, frantically searching for any sign of the scar. But it was gone, completely disappeared, as if it had never existed."What?" Vespera screamed, her voice echoing through the empty landscape. "Where's the scar? Did Master really make it disappear like he said he would?" She ran her fingers over her face again and again, as if expecting the scar to reappear any moment. But her skin remaine
Maria felt her body shiver uncontrollably as Vespera spoke. Her heart pounded in her chest, each beat echoing louder than the last in her ears. She was hanging on Oliver's every word, waiting for his response.Oliver looked at Vespera and motioned for her to rise. "As for her father," he said, shaking his head, "his fate will be sealed by my own hands, not anyone else's."Oliver turned to Maria, locking eyes with her as he spoke. "Within a few minutes or maybe an hour, your father will be under my control. Just wait and see," he declared confidently.Meanwhile, back in Boston Hills, Arshad Khan rushed through the airport. He had just stepped out of his car, and his entourage hurriedly followed him, some carrying bags and all eager to clear security checks. They were all on a tight schedule.In a secure room inside the airport, Alice stood before a screen that displayed live surveillance footage from various parts of the terminal. A light smile crossed her lips as she saw Arshad Khan
The frown on Arshad's face vanished hearing that. Intrigued and slightly appeased by the offer, he nodded. "Very well."Alice, standing in front of a bank of monitors, watched as Arshad and his men were led away by the airport staff member. She couldn't help but smile. The first phase of "Operation Delayed Comfort" was a success.She reached for the intercom, pressing a button to open a secure line. "Phase one complete. Move to Phase Two," she whispered, satisfaction tinged in her voice.As she watched Arshad and his crew disappear into the plush confines of the VIP lounge on one of her monitors, she thought to herself, "So far, so good."The lounge door closed behind them, and Alice could only imagine Arshad's surprise when he would eventually realize that this delay was far more than a minor inconvenience. Arshad Khan settled into a plush leather chair inside the luxurious VIP lounge. Despite the unexpected delay, the comforts around him—fine wines, gourmet snacks, and a serene atm
"I told you that the lady's offer to enter this exclusive lounge was too good to be true."The PA was shocked because Arshad didn't say anything, but he dared not speak back. Realizing they were trapped, Arshad ordered his men to break the door. They tried kicking down the doors, but they wouldn't budge. In a last-ditch effort, they took off their belts, wrapping them around their faces in makeshift masks, hoping to filter out the sedative. Some even attempted to break the newly-installed "air purifiers," but it was too late.While they struggled, the PA felt his legs giving way, the room spinning around him. "Sir, I can't...," he stuttered, collapsing onto a nearby couch.Arshad's vision began to blur. His last sight was of his men falling, one by one, into unconsciousness. Despite his efforts to fight it off, the sedative was too potent."Whoever did this," he thought as he succumbed, "won't get away with it." But then, darkness overtook him.Alice watched on her screen as each man
Maria began to sweat, her eyes filling with panic. "Wh... Wha... What are you going to do with my dad?" she stammered."What do you expect? Kill him, of course," Oliver replied, his face emotionless.In a desperate move, Maria fell to the ground, her forehead touching Oliver's shoe. "Please don't do that, don't kill my dad. Question him; I'm sure he knows nothing about your dad's death."With his foot, Oliver lifted her forehead up, a frown settling on his face. "Why do you think so?" he questioned."I have a feeling he knows nothing about it, please don't harm him," Maria pleaded.Oliver chuckled. "Fine, you'll follow me to Canada. I'll question him right in front of you, and if I find out he's involved, I'll behead him before your eyes."Maria trembled but nodded. "I'll follow you everywhere," she agreed.Oliver then turned his attention to Vespera. "You won't come to Canada with me; you'll stay here to secretly protect my mom. Inform me if anything happens.""As you wish, Master.
Still shaking with joy, Abigail pulled back the rubber cover to reveal a magnificent pool. It was a breathtaking sight: an infinity pool that seemed to merge with the horizon, equipped with underwater lights and surrounded by luxuriously designed tiles.Throwing her arms in the air, Abigail exclaimed, "Oh, the beauty of it all! My son-in-law really knows how to live! Oliver, you are truly a blessing!" She seemed to be composing a spontaneous speech, her voice trembling with emotion. "I've never seen anything like this. I'm so happy for my daughter, and I'm so grateful to be part of this family!" She paused to catch her breath, but her eyes never stopped sparkling. "God bless you, Oliver, for you have made me feel like a queen in a castle!"Abigail finally took a seat by the poolside, still unable to wipe the wide grin off her face. "I must say, this is beyond anything I could have ever dreamed of. It's like a piece of heaven right here on Earth!"Zelda even though had a frown, watch
Zelda grinned, "That's the library and office, Mom.""A library too? Oliver is really something else, isn't he?" Abigail said, eyes twinkling with amazement.Before she could be answered, she noticed another set of doors. "Oh, what's behind those?"Zelda explained, "Those lead to the outdoor patio and the gardens.""I must see it! Lead the way!" Abigail insisted. And when she stepped onto the patio and looked at the gardens that could rival any botanical garden, she was left speechless for the first time that day.Finally finding her voice, she said, "I never knew heaven could be a place on Earth. Oliver has truly outdone himself."Her eyes then caught the view beyond the gardens—a beautiful vista overlooking the city. "Oh, and you can see the city from here! This place has everything!"Filled with emotion, Abigail turned to Zelda, "Your life here is something out of a fairytale, and I can't thank Oliver enough for giving this to you—and to us, really. I couldn't have imagined anythin