Chris untied Austin and Justin's hands, placing the two bottles closer to them. Their position was utterly depressed, and they couldn't move. Even if they fought back, they couldn't beat Chris, especially with so many bodyguards standing guard.Chris deliberately walked out of the room and locked the door. He was giving them a chance to talk as brothers one last time before death came to them.Justin's Adam's apple bobbed up and down at the sight of the bottle as if they were in a death grip, ready to cut their heads off at any moment.Justin's eyes moved to Austin. His eyes widened. "Brother, are you seriously going to take it?"Austin reached out. A subtle tremor ran through his hand as he grasped the bottle, signaling how heavy the emotional burden was. An atmosphere of doubt and despair surrounded Justin and Austin, creating a suffocating atmosphere. Their faces looked pale, expressions full of uncertainty and confusion. Justin repeatedly shook his head, looking away as if unable
Black smoke rises from the charred building. Police have secured the surrounding area, placing police lines to prevent people from entering. Some officers try to calm curious citizens, while others get ready with firefighting equipment.The sound of sirens wailed through the city streets. Many journalists from television stations gathered at a large building that had burned down."There has been a battle between mafia groups that has burned down a large, luxurious building in the southern city." The anchor reporter on the ground pointed at the charred remains of the building. "The cause of the fire is still unknown, but there is a strong suspicion that this building was deliberately set on fire by a rival group."Cameras showed many police securing the area and other journalists vying momentarily. The atmosphere was chaotic, and this was clearly depicted on the camera.Meanwhile, the same news coverage still shows a castle with a destroyed underground passage train in another place. T
Soft crystal lamps hang from the ceiling, emitting a warm light that creates an intimate atmosphere. The table is neatly set with a white tablecloth and lit candles in the center, adding to the romantic mood of the night. Roses are arranged in small vases, spreading a natural fragrance.Soft classical music plays from the corner of the room, filling the air with calming melodies. Every note seems to enhance the beauty of the moment. Lora is dressed in an elegant evening gown, while Lucas looks handsome in his suit, glowing in the candlelight.The food served is gourmet, from delicious appetizers to tempting desserts. They exchange stories and laughter, celebrating the love they’ve just committed to through their engagement. Lucas rented the luxurious restaurant for a private dinner, just the two of them.Lora is in awe of the scene before her. She looks at Lucas with admiration. “You must have spent a lot of money on this.”Lucas furrows his brows with a faint smile. “Are you worried
The tense atmosphere dominated as Lucas carefully opened one document after another. The two men standing before him remained silent, frozen in place, their anxiety palpable. Their faces were tight with tension, their Adam’s apples bobbing nervously as they exchanged glances filled with apprehension, fearing they might make a critical mistake.Adam, who was usually calm, appeared restless, his hands fidgeting constantly. Meanwhile, Ryan, who was more expressive, showed clear signs of worry, his eyes never leaving the documents Lucas held.“Good.” That was all Lucas said, but it didn’t ease the tension in the hearts of his two friends. “You both did your jobs well.”Ryan and Adam's faces began to smile. They looked at each other, their eyes bright with disbelief that they had completed the task.Lucas nodded slightly toward his two friends, closing the files they had handed him earlier. “This work is perfect.”Now, both felt genuine relief and joy after receiving praise from Lucas. In
Lucas frowned, blinking his half-open eyes. His vision was blurry, but he could see shattered glass and the deployed airbag. His head throbbed, feeling hot and painful. His body was stiff after hitting the interior sides of the car multiple times. Pain radiated throughout his body, especially in his chest and neck.The car smelled of smoke and burning rubber. Lucas waved his hand through the air, trying to get some clean oxygen. Feeling the tightness in his lungs, he quickly exited the car and was shocked by what he saw.Lucas coughed as he inhaled the thick smoke left from the crash, grabbing the attention of the bystanders. Those who saw him in the accident widened their eyes in shock."That's Mr. Lucas Carter. He's injured." Several people immediately approached to help.However, Lucas quickly avoided them and tried to look at the car he had crashed into."Where is that person? How's the driver? Are they okay?" Lucas was visibly worried about the person he had hit while being assis
All eyes were on the monitor connected to Louis's chest, emitting beeping sounds that grew slower and suddenly stopped. The screen showed a flat line. Everyone present immediately turned their attention to the monitor, their faces turning panicked.“Louis.” Lucas’s voice softly called out his twin brother’s name. His body went weak, nearly collapsing if he hadn’t leaned against the wall for support.In that tense moment, a heavy silence enveloped the room. Everyone held their breath, hoping Louis's heart would start beating again. The sound of the defibrillator being pulled from Louis’s chest echoed loudly in their ears. The doctor, with all his focus, prepared to revive the threatened life.Lucas felt as if his own heart had also stopped beating. His body felt weak, but he tried to stand firm beside Louis, who was fighting for his life."Increase it again." The doctor ordered the nurse to raise the defibrillator to a higher level to restore Louis's heartbeat.The room's atmosphere wa
Adam and Ryan gathered in a park surrounded by green trees to practice archery. The sun was shining brightly, providing the perfect atmosphere for training.As Adam prepared to shoot, his body was upright and focused. He confidently raised his bow, his right arm fully extended with strength, while his left hand firmly held an arrow. His face showed complete concentration, and his eyes were sharply focused on the target.On the other side, Ryan stood slightly more relaxed but still displayed discipline. He took a deep breath, his shoulders relaxed yet steady, as he readied his bow. As he pulled back the bowstring, his body bent slightly, adding weight to the movement."Ah, damn. So close." Adam clicked his tongue in frustration as his arrow missed the target.Ryan let out a small laugh at this, even though his arrow also missed. They exchanged glances, raising their eyebrows as if speaking through their eyes. Both returned to grab another arrow, preparing to hit the next target.The tw
Adam took a moment to breathe. “Of course, there are always challenges. But I feel my team is solid, and we can handle it together. Communication is key.”“Hearing that makes me relieved. What about innovation? Are there any plans for new product development?” Ryan asked, intrigued.“Yes, we’re exploring several new ideas. If we continue to adapt, I believe we can compete well in the market." Adam looked confident, and his enthusiasm was clear.They continued their discussion, sharing insights on business strategies and their experiences. The relaxed atmosphere around them allowed for comfortable sharing of thoughts.“Since it’s the weekend, how about we go somewhere else to enjoy a nice lunch? There’s a new restaurant that just opened nearby,” Ryan suggested, showing a photo on his social media.Adam looked interested. “That’s a great idea. I’ve heard about that place. They say they have a unique menu.”“Yeah, we can try some of their special dishes,” Ryan added excitedly. “And maybe