"You are really daring," A deep voice Levi was familiar with resounded from inside. A faint stench of alcohol drifted out as Caleb stepped out, holding an almost empty bottle of whiskey."You didn't learn your lesson the last time and even dare to bring your mistress here to insult my daughter. Who do you think you are?" His words were directed at Levi."She's my wife and your daughter was being rude as always. I only need them to bring my safe box and this whole shit will be over," Levi held Brooklyn protectively.Zoey's heart turned green seeing him protecting another woman. She wondered who exactly this woman was and why Jasmine spoke so highly of her.Is she really that powerful and rich?Zoey shook her head and her disgusted expression returned. A rich woman wouldn't stoop so low to be with a loser like Levi.A loser like him only deserves a bitch."Didn't you hear my wife?" Caleb's breath oozed with alcohol that even Grace had to step back.Brooklyn's nose scrunched up in disgus
"Uncle," Levi called out as he walked to the counter. The grocery store was scanty and the grocer was going through his records when he called.As soon as the man looked up and recognized him, his eyes lit up. "Levi, did you forget about our agreement? Where is the ring?"Levi placed his palm on the counter and the grocer stared at the ring greedily."Uncle, I have come to repay my debts today but not with the ring. How much do I owe you?"The gleam in the man's eyes disappeared in an instant. He stood up angrily."What do you mean? Our agreement was for you to repay me with the ring."Levi tried to pull off the ring and told him, "Since the ring isn't coming off, we'll go with other alternatives or perhaps, you would like to do me a favor and write off my debts.""Never!" The grocer was completely blinded with greed. "If it doesn't come off..."He brought out a sharp knife he uses only on vegetables. Levi was taken aback, "What are you doing uncle?" He tried to take a step backwards
"I know he's different but I don't want to intrude in his personal life... I should have known since that night, he could take down those men and Larry's men together, he definitely isn't ordinary."Brooklyn spoke quietly as she rolled on the bed while holding up her phone."Brooke, what if you were cuckolded? I demand you speak to him right now and get to know exactly the type of person he is," Her best friend, Susan, peered through the phone with a worried look."No, I can't do that," Brooklyn sat up abruptly. "It's in the agreement that we don't interfere with each other's lives... But why did he have to break that grocer's arm? What could be between the two of them?""Brooke, on the bright side, this means if Larry tries any shitty means, you have someone who will put him in his place. When are you going to introduce him to me?""Well, let's see... When are you free to meet up this week?"Susan pouted and shook her head. "I'm not. I have to prepare for work and I'll hardly have ti
Monday came too quickly but Levi was more than prepared to face what NewsQuill had to offer.First, he checked on the old madam and fed her the concoction before heading to grandfather Hernandez's room.The old man was being led out by one of the guards and his face lit up with a smile upon seeing Levi."Good morning grandfather," The latter bowed slightly to greet him."Bless you," He walked forward. "Levi, that old man sends his greetings. He says after that day, he has been sleeping peacefully like a baby."Levi smiled slightly. "I'm glad he's fine now." The thought of the millions he had gotten that afternoon from just treating that old man caused his smile to widen.If he had known being a physician could cause someone to earn a lot of money, he wouldn't have gone down the investigative career.Ha! Who's he kidding?"I see you are off to work. I won't delay you any longer."Levi had only taken a step before he turned around and asked, "Grandfather, any progress about the maid's in
Some male employees helped the chubby man up as he couldn't stand due to his weight and his aching arm.Then they obstructed Levi's path. "You," The chubby man raised a finger. "What is your name? Which department are you from?""Why do you want to know?" The lady beside Levi was wary. "It could have been anyone.""I wasn't talking to you bitch!"Levi took a step forward and the chubby man cowered away in fear. But his lackeys protected him."Will, don't act so scared in front of him. I haven't seen his face before. He must be new.""Yes, show him who the boss is!"These words seemed to fill the chubby man who was just addressed as Will with confidence because he stepped out again."What is your name?"Levi looked down at him with this calm expression that filled him with anger."Since you are practically begging me for it, I'm Levi."The other employees laughed at Levi's words again and Will's face distorted with anger."About my department, since you are so powerful, find that out yo
Adam Miller wasn't at all as Levi imagined. He was expecting to meet a similarly chubby man like Will but the man they were led to had a thin frame with glasses and a well-groomed appearance. He gave off a commanding presence and looked at them with a no-nonsense expression. "Thank you senior," Sam appreciated the colleague that brought them although it was clear the man had been giving them a condescending attitude on their way here. Levi only nodded and this gesture didn't sit well with him because he sneered as he walked out, "So arrogant." "I'm Adam Miller. I'll be your supervisor during your time here," Adam spoke up, seemingly not bothered about what just happened. He looked up from the files he was studying. "I'm Sam Radcliffe. Good day sir," Sam bowed slightly. "I'm Levi Lloyd. N—" Before Levi could continue, Adam gave him a sharp gaze. "You are Levi? The guy from the elevator?" "Yes." Adam seemed amused by his fearless attitude. "Do you know that man was my cousin?"
"Are you the critics we are supposed to meet?" Sam gave Susan a smile. But Susan's companion frowned and threw a file at her.To Sam, she criticized before sashaying out, "Are you blind? Hurry up or we'll never make it back on time.""What's with her attitude?" Sam was annoyed. Literally almost everyone he has met today was being rude.Isn't NewsQuill supposed to be one of the top fifty print media companies? Why do the employees have poor etiquette?Susan shrugged as she adjusted her glasses and looked at the file. "That's Clara. She's my senior and apparently doesn't like me very much."As they walked out, she looked at Levi who was studying the file in his hands diligently."Uhmm, actually, I already studied the assignment we are working on," These words caused Levi to look up at her."The restaurant we are going to has had many cases of poor customer service and terrible food conditions in the past as many customers have been hospitalized in the past.""Then why didn't it get shut
"The Hernandezes'?"Levi pursed his lips with a tight expression. How could this be? But Brooklyn didn't appear like someone who would get involved in something this shady.Could there be a misunderstanding somewhere?"Ha!" The manager snickered. He mistook the expression on Levi's face and his lack of reaction for fear."Are you scared now? It's too late for that. But I'm giving you a chance to get out of here."The manager turned to Clara, "I'll send a message to your superior. This man must be suspended as he apparently doesn't know his job well. However, if he kneels in front of me and apologizes now, I'll let it slide this time."Susan and Sam exchanged a look. They gulped as they looked at Levi nervously."I understand sir," Clara nodded respectfully before turning to Levi with a look of disdain."You heard him? If you kneel and plead for mercy, he will let you off. Do as he says immediately.""On what account should I listen to him or... you?" Levi gave them an indifferent look