Chapter 035- Logan meets Wendell ''The same way I've been killing unwise people like you both for more than a decade.'’The atmosphere suddenly tensed as Logan and Eliza whipped around, startled to find a mysterious figure standing at the entrance. The stranger, dressed in a striking red suit and black sunglasses, held a gun in his hand, casting a menacing shadow in the dimly lit room."Who are you?" Logan demanded, his eyes fixed on the imposing figure."Why the silence? Show yourself, you coward," Eliza challenged, her voice trembling with a mix of fear and defiance.With the stranger's silence lingering in the air, Logan reached for the gun he took from Rowe, but before he could act, Eliza forcefully pushed his hand down."What are you doing?" she whispered urgently, her gaze unwavering as they faced the enigmatic intruder.Logan was on the verge of protesting when the enigmatic figure burst into laughter. "You should have let him pull the trigger, haha."As the laughter subsided,
Chapter 036- Yvonne to the rescue Logan's wide grin faded as he asked with a hint of skepticism, "So, what's this little test all about? Are we back in college or something?’’ "Wait, This one's supposed to be simple. Simple compared to what? a rocket science exam!" Wendell sneered as he casually tossed a small, menacing-looking device at Logan's feet. Logan froze, eyeing the device warily but making no move to pick it up. "Why don't you pick it up, kid? Scared it'll bite you?" Wendell taunted. Logan's frustration boiled over. "How does this thing have anything to do with getting my mother back and letting me go? What am I supposed to do with a device that looks like a Nokia from the 90s?" "Haha, did you just call it a Nokia? Oh boy," Wendell chuckled. "It's a bomb defuser device, not some antique phone keypad." Logan's eyes widened in horror. "A bomb defuser? What the hell?" "That's right, son. There's a bomb ticking away in the old warehouse down the street. You defuse
Chapter 037- Tick, Tick, ClickYvonne's expression was serious yet not unkind. "Let's just say I'm just doing my job. I need to focus on driving. Hold off on the questions for now.''The car fell into an uneasy silence as Logan's words hung heavy in the air. Yvonne, focused on the road, could feel the weight of his grief permeating the space between them."They killed my friends," he muttered, the pain evident in his voice. "Your husband has put me in trouble, ma'am. I don't even know their families. They'll be devastated when they hear the news."Yvonne's lips curled into a sneer, and her gaze remained fixed on the road ahead. "There's apparently nothing we can do. Your friends are gone, and their families have no choice but to bear the burden. It's up to us to keep your mother alive," she stated coolly.As Logan marveled at her resilience, he couldn't help but think, "If there's a woman of steel out there, it's her."Caught off guard by Yvonne's piercing gaze, Logan quickly averted
Chapter 038- Heartbroken Despite the chaos and danger, he knew they had made it through. “I know problems are destined to haunt me but for now, it is enough, dear God.''As Logan sped away from the warehouse, the low thrum of the engine provided a comforting backdrop to the otherwise silent car.His mother, now resting on the makeshift stretcher, exuded an eerie calmness despite the chaos they had just narrowly escaped.Logan's mind was a whirlwind of emotions—relief, exhaustion, and a haunting sadness all jumbled together.His phone buzzed, jolting him from his reverie. Diane's name lit up the screen. "Not now," he muttered under his breath. The chilling thought that Diane might have heard about her mother's demise sent a shiver down his spine.Pressing on, the road stretched out endlessly before him. Moments later, another buzz from his phone signaled a voicemail. With a heavy sigh, Logan tapped the screen and braced himself to listen, his eyes fixed on the relentless road ahead.D
Chapter 039- Logan defends Barbara Logan's heart sank as he heard the girl's words, causing him to divert his attention away from the whip and toward her.Logan flashed a reassuring smile at the little girl. "Don't worry, everything will be okay as long as I'm here, you know that, right?""Yes, Uncle," the little girl nodded. "I just wish my mommy and daddy would stop fighting every time and listen to you.''With Logan's attention diverted, the man made a quick move and snatched the whip from him, his eye sockets enlarging with anger as he twisted the whip’s tip, ready to strike anyone who tried to stop him from beating up his wife.''You nothing but an income-devouring sickler.'' The man spat at his daughter. 'How dare you speak about our family issues to an outsider in my presence,' he seethed.The man barely got the words out before Logan stepped forward, a smirk tugging at the corner of his mouth. "Embarrassed about your family, Mister?" he taunted, unable to hold back a chuckle.
Chapter 040- Sorting BillsLogan felt a warm rush of happiness at being able to brighten the girl's day. ''I will try. What if I pay fully for your therapy session and find somewhere new and comfortable for you and your mummy to live?''His heart swelled with emotion as he watched the little girl gratefully embrace him, her small frame trembling in relief. Her mother, Barbara, looked on with a mix of awe and gratitude.''Thanks a ton, Uncle,'' the girl mumbled into his shoulder. ''You’re a real hero!''Logan chuckled softly as he gently freed himself from her embrace, still kneeling to meet her eyes. ''You're welcome, girl. I'm happy to help. What’s your full name?''''It’s Alice Icidro.'' she replied with a shy smile.Logan nodded and turned to Barbara. ''Can you give me your bank account details? I’d like to transfer some funds to help you out.''Barbara hesitated for a moment, then quickly provided her account number. Logan swiftly transferred $10,000 into her account and handed he
Chapter 041- Heiress Not In The MoodMeeting her gaze with a firm but gentle expression, Logan replied, "The Reed Estate. That's where we're heading to now. It’s time to go home.''"What do you mean we're going home, Logan? Are you seriously considering challenging Eliza?" Amelia's voice rose as she confronted her son, the strain evident in her cough.Logan met his mother's gaze. "No, Mom. I would never get to challenge her. May her soul rest in peace for now.""Rest in peace? What happened to her? Please don't tell me she's..." Before Amelia could finish, Logan interjected, "Yes, she's gone. The kidnappers ended her life while I thought she could help negotiate your release.""Good heavens, Logan. Do you really think Diane is in any state to see you right now?" Amelia's concern was palpable."That's up to her, Mom. All I know is that we're heading home, now," Logan declared, making a swift turn."I don't know where you're finding this courage, but Diane will undoubtedly unleash the g
Chapter 042- It's Your Home "Tempête, it's Logan," he said, raising an eyebrow as he waited for Tempête's response.Just as Logan anticipated a chilly reception from Tempête, he was surprised when Tempête eagerly exclaimed, "My Lord, is it really you?""Maybe you know another person with this deep voice," Logan quipped.The two guards exchanged shocked glances, clearly taken aback by Logan and Tempête's casual talks."Wow, my Lord. I can't believe you're here at the gate. I'm nearby, you'll see me right away!" Tempête exclaimed excitedly before the call abruptly ended."Wow, you must be highly regarded in this country for Lieutenant sir to address you as his Lord," remarked the first guard as he took the walkie-talkie from Logan."Really? What makes you say that?" Logan asked, barely suppressing a smile."Yes, my colleague is right. Lieutenant sir has only used that title for Lord Oliver Reed when he was alive," added the second guard."And he has never used that honorific for anyone