When they got back to the base of the private investigators, they left Levi behind in the car as he had his eyes closed mistaking he was asleep.But that wasn't the case. The terrible graphic images from earlier were swirling on his mind. It brought back memories of him being abused as a child.Then his mother's numerous rich boyfriends would take advantage of his helplessness as a child.One even burnt the butt of cigars on his body whenever he finished smoking, explaining the many hole-like scars on his body Brooklyn had seen that night.Others would hit him, beat him up so badly that he got internal injuries. Whenever he tried to complain to his mother, she usually wouldn't believe him.She would even sometimes blame him if any of her rich boyfriends broke up with her. Then his father was usually away from home working so hard to give them a life.He wondered why it was so easy for people to abuse children so easily. Is it because they were helpless? Is it because they couldn't fig
The next day, Levi was all dressed casually and was about to leave the house when Diana also came out. He frowned slightly at the short dress she was wearing but didn't react to it."Where are you going?""Since my brother has decided to ditch me, I'm going to spend time with a friend. It's boring staying alone in this gigantic house.""Which friend? A female or a male?" He squinted at her and she shook her head helplessly.She poked his arm and spoke slowly, "Brother, do you know how much I've endured these years growing up with two older and overprotective brothers? My life has been a living hell. Don't join their collection.""Did you forget what happened the last time, Diana?" Levi didn't soften his stern look. "If you can't stay alone at home, come with me.""No, thank you. I'd rather stay at home than listen to boring business talks."Levi's eyes narrowed suspiciously. He felt like once he left the house, she was going to sneak off. Should he just drag her along?"Okay... Okay
Bang!Bang!The guards acted quickly and shielded Levi. Luckily, they were wearing bulletproof vests underneath their suits. They also brought out their guns and fired back.Levi got Lincoln into the car safely. His arm which had gotten shot was bleeding so much. He tore off part of his cloth and tied it around the bleeding spot.Lincoln groaned in pain again. "I didn't... think... it... would... hurt... so... damn... much."Levi couldn't make out what he was saying. Before the chauffeur could say a word, he got out of the car again with a darkened gaze and snatched a gun from one of the guards.Bang!Bang!Bang!Although there was an unseen distance between him and the hidden shooters, he still shot accurately and did some damage."Sir, we should leave. Others will go after them and track them. The young master is bleeding," A guard informed him."He won't die," Levi's eyes were as cold as ice as he said this. But thinking of how much pain Lincoln must be in, he got a hold on his emo
Levi spent time in the ward telling his father all that had happened while he was hospitalized though he kept some details out.The child-like expression on Thomas as he listened attentively and nodded sometimes caused Levi's chest to feel heavy but he kept going and hid his reaction."Father, you don't have to worry about anything. When you get out of this place, you will ride in those cars only ministers drove when I was younger and we'll live in a beautiful, gigantic house like you always wanted."Thomas' eyes widened with awe and he was even more cooperative with the nurse. He ate his food without causing a fuss and even took his medicines which were usually quite difficult for them to get him to use.Levi suppressed his sadness and smiled. "Good father... You just have to get well soon then you can leave this place grandly and live with me. I can afford to take care of you now."'I can also afford to repay all the sacrifices you made for me when I was younger,' Levi didn't utter
Levi made a decision resolutely and watched quietly for some minutes as Lincoln ate his meal a little bit slower now.When he was done, the guards trashed the paper bags and Levi helped him up."I'll send you back to the hotel now. I have to deal with something important.""I thought we were going sightseeing," Lincoln frowned as they left the ward.Levi almost facepalmed. "After what happened, you still want to go sightseeing?"He couldn't tell if Lincoln was acting carefree or just being stupid."I told you that the attack wasn't meant for me. It was for you. Besides, although we have businesses here, they are all handled under fake aliases and managing directors so I can't think of anyone that'd want to target me upon my arrival here.""That's the point," Levi almost snapped as the elevator doors closed."You shouldn't have been here. The attack was for me but now they'll target you too. You shouldn't get roped into my personal matters."Lincoln wanted to say the assailants dared n
Lincoln heaved a sigh of relief as Levi stepped out of the car. The guard quickly came after him while the chauffeur drove the car to the park.Unlike the hospital where Levi has helped him arm in arm, he didn't even spare him a glance and headed straight into the hotel.The guard wondered what had transpired between the young masters and why there was a sudden hostility between them but he still reached forward to help Lincoln."I underestimated his indifference. They must have really suffered a lot," Lincoln sighed to himself making a note to ask his men later to investigate what's happened to his uncle over the decades and has caused Levi to bear so much anger.Ring!As the door beeped and they walked in, his phone rang. He couldn't get it because of his injured arm but the guard held it up and answered the video call.Almost quickly, the housekeeper, Tim Carrey's face, came up. "Greetings young master. You called for me," He greeted Lincoln who shook his head."Not me."The guard
Levi switched off the pen recorder as soon as Tim had finished all his confessions. He didn't look as shaken as earlier and now calmer."We have only ever seen Mr Gregory as the CEO. Nobody besides higher employees knows who the directors are.""Good. That's all. Thank you."The guard also stopped the phone video recorder when Levi said this. They all waited for him to speak and he didn't disappoint them."Mr Carrey, I have a request. If you can fulfill this request, I promise you after all this is over, I'll set up a business for you in whichever part of the world you want to live in, create a new identity for you and give you enough fortune to last for your lifetime."Tim Carrey gulped hearing all these offers. He was tempted but he didn't readily agree. He already learnt his lesson.He only wanted to know what Levi's request was even though he already had an inkling."Mr Carrey," Levi continued, seeing he had his attention. "It would be a great help if you can come to San Jose and
Levi responded to her message but didn't get an answer so he exited the messaging app and went through other notifications.He saw messages from Heritage Capital Bank stating he had received some profits from the real estate investments the CEO had made on his behalf.He arched a brow seeing the figures and wondered if he should invest more into real estate since it seemed very profitable.After a minute of contemplation, he sent a message to the CEO of Heritage bank stating his decision and requesting to get feedback.Twitter notifications also popped up but he didn't pay attention to this. The one that managed to catch his attention was a message from the stock market.A new stock XPR had been introduced to the market and seemed to have a potential profitable future as it was currently on rise.When Levi went through it, he saw that many stock traders had begun to put stakes on it. However, when he studied the stocks, he realized something was off about it.If one should invest in s