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LOGAN .H. BENTLEY'S REBOUND CHAPTER 215
Some thousand miles away, in the Kennedy Mansion there was a huge chandelier of twinkling lights, a radiant beacon of celebration that could be seen for miles. Tonight, the grand estate was alive with joy and laughter as family and friends gathered to honor Liam Miller and Elizabeth Kennedy's third wedding anniversary. The night was a special one as it celebrated not only their enduring love but also their expanding family, a young daughter named Hope, whose giggles were the highlight of the evening, and the imminent arrival of their unborn son. As the guests arrived and mingled on the terrace covered in flowers, the hum of conversation paused when the grand wooden doors of the mansion creaked open. Standing arm-in-arm were Liam and Elizabeth, a vision of timeless love. Liam looked dashing in a tailored navy suit, his boyish grin making hearts flutter, while Elizabeth glowed in an elegant silver gown that hinted at her growing belly. "Mommy! Daddy!" little Hope squealed,
LOGAN .H. BENTLEY'S REBOUND CHAPTER 216
As they finally tucked Hope to bed, Liam and Elizabeth couldn’t help but linger in her room, watching her drift off to sleep. The sight of her peaceful face, with her golden curls, was a reminder of all the blessings they had. Walking hand-in-hand back to their room, Elizabeth turned to Liam. "Do you ever wonder what the future holds for us?" Liam smiled, his eyes shining softly he uttered gently; "Honey, I don’t have to wonder. I know it’ll be full of love, laughter, and everything we’ve built together." Elizabeth’s gaze softened. "You always know just what to say, you are amazing." "That’s because I mean it," Liam said, pulling her close. "Our story is just beginning, Elizabeth. And I can’t wait to write the next chapter with you all over again." As they settled in for the night, their hearts were filled with love, a place where laughter echoed, memories were etched into its walls, and where the promise of a beautiful future awaited. The day after the anniversa
LOGAN .H. BENTLEY'S REBOUND CHAPTER 217
Months later, while Troy was shopping at a bookstore, never in a million years did he think that something of that sort would happen. I guess fate does have a way of doing things, it intervened. When he was picking up a book written by a well known author, to be inspired, he subconsciously turned a corner and what he saw made him freeze. It was a familiar figure, one he knew too well, it was Elizabeth, his ex-wife. She (Elizabeth) stood near the children's section, holding little Hope’s hand while selecting a picture book. She looked as radiant as ever, her laughter filling the air as she spoke to her daughter, admiring her from the sidelines made him miss the life, they both shared. He just stood there smiling as she really is a great mother. While staring, Hope's eyes darted towards him but she didn't think much of it and she tugged at her mother's hand; “Can we get this one, Mommy?” she asked, holding up a brightly colored book. “Of course, sweetheart,” Elizabeth replied
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Elizabeth held up a copy of his book. “I read it. I had to see for myself if you had truly poured your soul into these pages.” Troy chuckled nervously. “And? Did it meet your expectations?” She hesitated, then said, “It did. It felt... honest. Vulnerable. It reminded me of the man I once knew.” For a moment, they stood there in silence, the hum of the café fading into the background. “I’m glad you came,” Troy said finally. “It means a lot to me.” “Of course, oh I didn’t come alone,” Elizabeth admitted, glancing toward the door. Troy followed her gaze and saw a man walking in, it was none other than Liam. He was tall, composed, and exudes quiet confidence. He carried Hope in his arms, who was clutching a small bouquet of daisies. “Mommy said we should give these to you!” Hope exclaimed as she wriggled free from Liam’s arms and ran to Troy, holding out the flowers. Troy knelt down, taking the bouquet with a grateful smile. “Thank you, little one. These are beautiful.” Liam
LOGAN .H. BENTLEY'S REBOUND CHAPTER 219
***Two Months Later*** The buzz around the film adaptation of Second Chances began to grow. Media outlets picked up the story, and Troy found himself fielding interviews and attending networking events. It was a whirlwind, but he handled it with a quiet confidence that surprised even him. One evening, after a particularly long day, Troy received an unexpected call. “Hello?” he answered, his voice tired but polite. “Troy, it’s Elizabeth.” He sat up, the surprise evident on his face. “Elizabeth. Hi. Is everything okay?” “Yes, everything’s fine,” she reassured him. “I just... I saw the news about your book being adapted into a film. I wanted to congratulate you. That’s incredible.” “Thank you,” Troy said, his voice softening. “It’s been a crazy ride, but I’m grateful for the opportunity.” There was a pause before Elizabeth spoke again. “You deserve this, Troy. You’ve worked hard, and it shows. I’m proud of you.” Her words hit him harder than he expected. “That means a lot,
LOGAN .H. BENTLEY'S REBOUND CHAPTER 220
The following days, preparations continued at the estate, Logan received troubling news from Garry. “Logan,” Garry said, entering the study with a grim expression. “We’ve got a problem. One of our men, Allen, has disappeared. No sign of him anywhere, and his quarters were cleared out.” Logan’s face hardened. “Allen? But why would he do that? Do you think he has switched sides?” Garry nodded reluctantly and said; “It’s quite possible. Allen had some access to sensitive information, security rotations, access codes. If he’s with Kane, that could explain how they’ve been moving so quickly.” Logan cursed under his breath, slamming his fist on the desk. “I trusted him. How deep does this betrayal run?” “We’re still investigating,” Garry said. “But if Allen is with Kane, he could already be feeding him everything he knows we just might need to change plans.” Logan’s jaw clenched and blurted out. “Find him!! If he’s working with Kane, I want him alive. He has answers I need.” “Yes si
LOGAN .H. BENTLEY'S REBOUND CHAPTER 221
One evening after the incident, Logan stood on balcony staring out into the city, while Patricia fell asleep. Damon's men as well as Garry's were stationed at every corner and entrance, with weapons as they knew the threat was impending death. The air was tense but, Logan loved the feeling of the cold air on his face. The note had made it very clear that Kane was coming, and Logan was determined to be ready. “Do you think Kane will actually show up, or will he send more of his lackeys to do his dirty work?” Garry asked, standing by Logan’s side. Logan’s gaze didn’t waver from the city, he continued; “He is too arrogant to stay in the shadows forever. He’ll come out, and when he does, we’ll end this.” Suddenly, the sound of shattering glass broke the quietness of the night. The estate’s alarms blared as gunfire erupted outside. Garry grabbed his weapon, his face grim. “It has started,” Garry said, Logan turned, his eyes burning with determination. “Let’s finish it.” The so
LOGAN .H. BENTLEY'S REBOUND CHAPTER 222
One early morning, Logan Hudson Bentley could be seen pacing about the grand bedroom of their penthouse suite, running a hand through his hair. Looking forward, his entire world was curled up on the bed, her hands resting protectively over her round belly which was now very obvious. She was indeed heavy now and there was no hiding it. Patricia Howard, his love, his future and only surviving family he has, the soon-to-be mother of his children woke up and saw him pacing. She let out a soft sigh, her eyes met his and she asked; "Logan, you’re restless. What’s wrong this time?" “The thing is, I made you a promise, Pat, I swore we'd be married before our baby arrives." His voice softened as he knelt beside the bed, and kissed her palm and added; "You deserve the world, and I won’t let another day pass without making you my wife officially." A tender smile spread across her lips, she retorted; "You think I need a ring to know I belong to you?" Logan cupped her face, his t
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CHAPTER 263
As the night grew deeper, the table emptied, leaving only Logan, Alexander, Seraphina, and Udinov nursing their drinks. Patricia had gone to check on a renovation project upstairs, giving Logan a rare moment alone with his children. He leaned forward, resting his arms on the table. “You’re all too busy.” Seraphina smirked. “That’s rich, coming from you.” Logan chuckled. “I know. But when was the last time you all sat like this? No boardrooms, no deals, no strategies?” None of them answered and then Logan sighed. “You were raised to be strong, to command, to win. But power without family means nothing.” Alexander exhaled, rubbing his temples. “You’re getting sentimental here, Dad.” “Maybe,” Logan admitted and continued; “Or maybe I just don’t want you three to lose what I fought so hard to build, which was not the empire, but this.” Alexander tapped the rim of his glass. “And what exactly is this?” Logan looked at them, they were his legacy, his greatest creations, he utt
CHAPTER 262
Udinov got another text from his dad's right hand that the meeting was postponed, so he decided to join Seraphina and Alexander for dinner at their family estate, then he would go back home to his parents after. Besides, the Bentley family are like his first home, he calls Patricia ‘mama’ and she treats him like a second son she never had. They boarded a flight and headed home. The Bentley Estate was standing brightly, in the twilight, its grandeur was untouched by time. The sprawling mansion was an empire in itself, it was where titans were raised. Tonight, however it was not about power or strategy, it was about family. Seraphina Bentley stepped out of her sleek car, a product of her company’s innovation. The estate’s lights illuminated the driveway, which was a path she had walked on since childhood. She didn’t need to knock, the doors swung open as if the house itself knew she had arrived. "About time," a familiar voice drawled. She smirked as Alexander leaned again
CHAPTER 261
Seraphina, Alexander, and Udinov had eliminated The Black Concordat. The world was once again theirs. But power was never still. It was always shifting, always evolving. And now, they had to decide if they would rule the world as it was or if they would reshape it? They didn’t just want an empire, they wanted absolute dominion. Few months later, in a private island in the Mediterranean A meeting unlike any other had been arranged. The most powerful people in the world, billionaires, world leaders, and shadow rulers all arrived in secret, each escorted by heavily armed security. But at the center of it all, inside a grand glass-walled hall overlooking the ocean, stood three figures. They were none other than Seraphina, his twin brother Alexander Bentley and Udinov Volkov. This meeting wasn't one of negotiation, it was a declaration. Seraphina spoke first, her voice steady and commanding. "You are all here because you think you control the world, but let me make something
CHAPTER 260
With the Dominions wiped out, the Bentley-Volkov dynasty had reclaimed its throne. The war between the heirs had turned into an alliance, one built on necessity, respect, and the undeniable truth that they were stronger together. But power never truly rests, the world watched, waiting to see if Seraphina, Alexander, and Udinov would hold their reign, or if a new storm was already brewing. Two months after Dominion's fall, the three heirs met again, this time in Hong Kong, inside a high-rise that belonged to Bentley International Banking. Inside the boardroom, tension crackled like a coming storm. Seraphina stood at the head of the table, her gaze sharp. "Dominion wasn’t the end." Alexander leaned back in his chair, arms crossed. "Go on." She tapped on the table, and a holographic display flickered to life filled with names, locations, financial transactions. "Before Dominion fell, someone else was moving in the shadows, picking up the pieces. They call themselves The Bl
CHAPTER 259
Over the years, many years later, the world had changed. The names Bentley and Volkov were no longer just synonymous with wealth. They had become something more, they had become an unstoppable dynasty that shaped economies, influenced governments, and controlled the very pulse of power in the world. Logan Bentley and Damien Volkov had done the impossible, they had not only built an empire, but they had ensured its survival. But every empire faces its greatest challenge, because the bigger it becomes the more threats it attracts. And this time, the threat wasn’t from the outside like it used to be, this particular one was from within. Seraphina Bentley grew up to become the Visionary of the empire, she had always been so smart and took her father's brilliance and foresight. She is a strategist, a builder, a force just at the age of twenty-three, she had transformed Bentley Innovations into an empire of the future, dominating artificial intelligence, clean energy, and space exp
CHAPTER 258
The next day, Troy Reece and his son stood by the balcony, he didn't allow him to go back home the night before for fear he would get abducted. There were unspoken words between them For years, Troy had imagined this very moment when he would talk to his son in person again, he had rehearsed apologies in the quiet of his guilt, whispered confessions into thin air, but now, standing before his son, no words seemed enough. Ethan’s fists clenched at his sides, his expression unreadable. There was hesitation in his eyes, a war between the hurt of abandonment and the reluctant gratitude he couldn’t ignore. The weight of Troy’s absence had shaped him in ways no one would hope for, but then the knowledge that his father had, in his own way, protected him from Arthur’s threats, from a darkness Ethan never fully understood. "You left me," Ethan said at last, his voice quiet but razor-sharp. "For years, I told myself I’d never forgive you, I even hoped we would never meet." Troy’s th
CHAPTER 257
Troy’s SUV screeched to a stop in front of the house. He was out before the engine died, his gun drawn. Ethan was right behind him; he was just a young man who hated violence, but he wanted to help them out, since his father did the same. Troy’s worst fear was confirmed when he saw the back door wide open. 'Oh no, no no…’ Troy thought. His blood went ice cold as he couldn't hear any sound, he walked gently into the house. “Amelia!” he shouted, but no one answered, there was silence. Then suddenly, there was a thud from upstairs. Troy moved fast, taking the stairs two at a time. Ethan followed, his heart pounding. The bedroom door was locked, but Troy kicked it open, his eyes widened. What he saw made him freeze, Amelia was there. A man in black had her, one arm wrapped tightly around her throat, the other holding a knife to her stomach. Her eyes widened when she saw Troy. “Troy… I am sorry,” she muttered. The man tightened his grip and uttered; “One more step, and s
CHAPTER 256
Troy and Ethan sat in the back of a black SUV, parked a block away from Arthur’s location. Ethan was scared out of his wits, his hands clenched. “I don’t like this,” Ethan muttered. Troy checked his watch, his expression unreadable. “Son, you don’t have to like it. You just have to follow my lead.” Ethan let out a sharp breath. “Arthur thinks I’m selling you out. What if he catches on that I am lying to him? He will kill me and you.” Troy finally turned to him, his gaze transfixed on him, he uttered; “Then we make sure he doesn’t walk away out of this place tonight.” Ethan swallowed hard, he had always seen Troy as the controlled, sophisticated filmmaker, but now? Now, he was looking at a man who had been in the shadows, in the dark before, a man who knew exactly how to handle threats or who used to give one in the past. Troy’s phone buzzed and it was a message from Author. ‘Warehouse. 30 minutes. Come alone.’ Ethan’s stomach twisted. “It’s a setup, Troy.” Troy smirked
CHAPTER 255
Troy was in his office when his phone rang. He answered without hesitation. “Ethan?” “We need to talk.” Ethan uttered immediately. Sensing the discomfort and unease in his voice, Troy straightened up and asked; “What’s wrong?” There was a long pause like he was trying to find the courage to speak, then Ethan finally spoke, his voice low and tensed. “It’s Arthur, he is coming for you.” Troy’s blood went cold. Ethan continued. “He wants me to set you up. If I don’t, he’s threatening Amelia.” There was silence. Then, Troy’s voice dropped to something dangerous; “Where is he?” Ethan exhaled shakily. “Troy, you don’t understand. Arthur isn’t just some con man. He’s dangerous. He has people. He won’t stop until…” Troy cut him off. “I don’t care who he has.” His voice was deadly calm. “No one threatens my family.” Ethan hesitated. “So… what do we do?” Troy leaned back, his mind racing. Then, for the first time, he spoke words Ethan never expected to hear. “We set him up firs
