As Caleb exited the room, the atmosphere shifted subtly. A figure clad in black, exuding an air of quiet confidence, strode into Sir Ren's office."Sean, you're here," Sir Ren greeted with a warm smile, his eyes sparkling with familiarity as he gestured for Sean to take a seat.Sean returned the smile, his expression unreadable beneath the shadow of his dark attire. "Apologies for the delay, Sir Ren. I trust you've been keeping busy?"Sir Ren nodded, his gaze steady as he regarded Sean. "Indeed, there's never a dull moment in my line of work. But enough about me. Let's talk about why you're here."Sir Ren's smile widened."I hope you had a great time in prison," Sir Ren quipped, his tone laced with playful sarcasm.Sean sighed dramatically, his expression mockingly rueful. "I think I still missed that place," he replied with a chuckle, his laughter echoing in the confines of the office.As the laughter faded, Sir Ren's gaze turned serious once more, his mind already shifting back to th
It was almost dusk when Kelan arrived at the bustling seaport and stepped out of his car, a subtle unease tingled at the edges of his awareness. The air buzzed with a palpable tension, a feeling that prickled his skin like static electricity.Among the cacophony of sounds—the distant clang of ship bells, the rhythmic lapping of waves against the docks—Kelan couldn't shake the sense that something was amiss. His instincts whispered warnings, urging him to proceed with caution.With each step he took, the atmosphere grew heavier, like a thick fog descending upon the harbor. Kelan scanned the surroundings, searching for any sign of trouble, his senses heightened by the anticipation of the unknown. Just before Kelan could take another step, two figures lunged at him from behind, with startling speed, their movements swift and precise. With a jolt of alarm, he felt a powerful impact, followed by darkness that enveloped him like a heavy blanket.As consciousness slipped away, Kelan's mind
Mello surveyed the scene before him, his expression unreadable as he considered their pleas. The weight of their actions hung heavy in the air, and for a moment, silence reigned as the gravity of the situation settled upon them all.With a slow nod, Mello signaled for his guards to stand down, their imposing presence serving as a reminder of his authority. The delegates breathed a collective sigh of relief, their gratitude evident as they scrambled to their feet, their bodies trembling with relief.Mello could tell the gesture pained Reece.As the tense atmosphere lingered in the room, Mello's attention was abruptly drawn to the sound of an approaching vehicle. His gaze flickered towards the entrance, where a sleek black van rolled into view, its arrival accompanied by the low rumble of its engine.The delegates watched in nervous anticipation, their earlier fear momentarily forgotten as they followed Mello's gaze to the source of the commotion.Mello's jaw softened as he recognized t
As another set of footsteps approached, Kelan's heart raced with anticipation. The veil hindering his sight was suddenly removed, he blinked against the sudden light, his eyes adjusting to the figure standing before him. As the veil was lifted, Kelan's eyes focused intently on the person before him, his gaze sweeping over their features in an attempt to glean any clues about their identity and intentions.The figure stood tall and imposing, their expression hardened with resolve. Kelan noted the sharp angles of their jawline, the intensity in their eyes, the crooked smile on their lips and the air of authority that surrounded them. Despite the initial fear that gripped him, Kelan couldn't help but admire the strength and presence exuded by the person standing before him.In that moment, Kelan felt a sense of unease settled in the pit of his stomach. There was something familiar about the way the person held themselves, a hint of recognition that danced at the edges of his conscious
As Mello navigated the bustling city streets, his mind raced with worry. With one hand gripping the steering wheel and the other clutching his phone, he attempted to dial Kelan's number yet again, but the call failed to connect. Frustration simmered beneath his skin as he replayed their missed appointments in his mind.The honking of horns and the blur of passing cars barely registered as Mello mulled over possible explanations for Kelan's absence. Did he forget about their meeting? Was he stuck in traffic? Or worse, was he in some kind of trouble? Kelan never missed an appointment which was the more reason it bothered him.Despite the urgency pulsing through his veins, Mello knew he had to focus on the road ahead. Taking a deep breath, he made a split-second decision to pull over at the next available spot. With the car safely parked, he retrieved his laptop from the passenger seat and began composing an email to Kelan, his fingers tapping out his concerns with a sense of urgencyWi
(Ray's apartment)The morning sunlight streamed through the sheer curtains, casting a warm, ethereal glow across the spacious living room of Ray's apartment. Lisa entered the room, her steps light and graceful, as she settled onto the inviting plush couch with a soft sigh. Ray had visited her early this morning and told her he had a surprise for her and her surprise heightened when he brought her to his home.A gentle smile played on her lips, radiating a sense of contentment as she took in the serene ambiance around her. It was really pretty and the tranquil atmosphere enveloped her, giving her a sense of relaxation.She saw a pink feminine bag at the other side of the room and took her eyes away.Lisa smiled then took her sight to Ray who sat beside her with a smile." Hope you are not disappointed by this humble space of mine? " Ray said, making Lisa laughed gently." No, Ray, it's nice, I like it" she smiled, her happiness evident on her face.Ray returned the smile.Lisa's hea
Meanwhile, Mello sat behind the wheel of his car, navigating his way to work, the hum of the engine accompanying his thoughts.He glanced at his phone, noting the absence of any messages from Kelan, but he shrugged it off, assuming he must be busy. As he continued along the orderly street, he approached a traffic stop, joining the line of vehicles patiently awaiting their turn to proceed.While he waited, his gaze inadvertently fell upon the illuminated screen of a nearby billboard. There, amidst the sea of advertisements, Lisa's captivating image emerged, her flawless complexion and radiant smile captivating as she beautifully promoted a skincare product.He let out a heavy sigh."Mello, focus, please focus," he reminded himself aloud, shaking off the distraction of the commercial when he noticed the aching in his heart. "You have to figure out how Sir Ren is planning on attacking Ashley Group... Please and please, forget about Lisa for now." He smiled painfully and gently cradled h
Mello looked at the video closelyMmmmSomething's not right.He took his lower lips into his mouth, thinking about what might seem off.From the video, He noticed some guards walking in slightly different uniforms from the ones of Ashley group wears.Each of them carried a briefcase as they proceeded into the building lot." Hmm, what could this be?" He asked himself and zoomed the video.His sight suddenly got blurry as he moved closer to the screen.He rubbed his eyes gently.He forwarded the video and looked furtherWhere are these guys going? A huge headache suddenly hit him this time and he took his eyes off the screen when he couldn't concentrate." What was wrong? " he asked himself.Mello's eyelids grew heavy as he stared at the live feed on his screen, the flickering images blurring before his eyes. the rhythmic hum of the building lulling him into a sense of drowsiness. He tried getting up but he felt tipsy.Despite his best efforts to stay alert, fatigue began to weigh