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Rise Of The General's Forgotten Son Chapter 121
On the large, elegant bed in their master bedroom, General Marcus Steel lay beside his wife, Elijah’s mother, Catherine Steel, his expression grave. The dim bedside lamp cast a warm glow over the room, but the air felt heavy with the weight of his thoughts.Marcus sighed deeply, running a hand over his face as he stared at the ceiling. “There are troubling times ahead, Catherine,” he began, his voice low and serious. “The intelligence reports I’ve been reviewing… they’re not looking good.”Catherine turned to him, her soft features etched with concern. “What is it, Marcus? What kind of dangers?” she asked gently, placing a comforting hand on his arm.He exhaled sharply, his brows furrowed. “Instability in the region. Threats of insurgency in neighboring areas, and whispers of internal unrest. If things escalate, this country could face serious challenges—political, economic, and even military.”Catherine ’s eyes widened slightly, but she kept her voice calm. “Is it that bad?”Marcus
Rise Of The General's Forgotten Son Chapter 122
As evening settled in, Sierra stood in front of her mirror, finishing the final touches to her outfit. She had chosen a casual yet stylish look for her dinner with Chris, the mysterious FlibbityBoo. She wore a pair of light blue skinny jeans that hugged her curves perfectly and a simple white blouse tucked in neatly, the fabric soft and flowing. Her sleeves were slightly rolled up, and the top had delicate lace details along the neckline, adding a touch of elegance.Her hair was left loose, cascading down her back in soft waves, and her makeup was minimal but radiant—a light gloss on her lips and a hint of blush on her cheeks. She slipped on a pair of nude flats that complemented her outfit, giving her a relaxed but polished appearance. A small crossbody bag completed the look, slung over her shoulder, carrying just the essentials for the evening.She stepped back from the mirror, giving herself one last look. Her beauty radiated effortlessly, even in such a simple ensemble. She sighe
Rise Of The General's Forgotten Son Chapter 123
The drive was smooth, with the city lights glimmering in the distance. Within twenty five minutes, the car pulled up outside the Grand Oak Restaurant. The driver smiled at her through the rearview mirror. “Here we are, miss. Have a great evening.”“Thank you,” Sierra said, stepping out of the car and taking a deep breath. She adjusted her outfit slightly and walked toward the glowing entrance of the restaurant.A waitress approached her with a welcoming smile. “Good evening, ma’am.” She led Sierra to a cozy table near the window, where the view of the softly lit street outside added a romantic touch to the ambiance.“Please make yourself comfortable,” the waitress said, placing a menu on the table. “Would you like to order now, or should I give you a moment?”Sierra offered a polite smile. “Thank you, but I’m waiting for someone. I’ll order once they arrive.”The waitress nodded and left, leaving Sierra alone at the table. She glanced at her watch and then at the entrance, hoping Chri
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Chris smiled confidently, adjusting his tie as he began. "Well, the work I do? I’m into import and export. It’s pretty demanding, and I’m always outside the country, flying here and there. In fact, I only came back recently to oversee some goods that arrived. After this, I’ll probably be off again soon."Sierra nodded, intrigued. "That sounds like a busy life.""It is," Chris agreed, leaning in slightly. "But it’s rewarding, and it gives me the flexibility to enjoy moments like this."He then gave her a charming smile. "As for where I stay, I live in a quiet neighborhood. It’s peaceful. You know, if you’re interested, you could visit after we’re done here.”Sierra immediately shook her head, feeling a little awkward. “No, no, I was just asking. Not to visit or anything.”Chris chuckled softly, his eyes lingering on her for a moment. “Fair enough. Just thought I’d extend the invite. You never know; it might be worth the trip.”Sierra forced a polite smile. She leaned forward slightly,
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Sierra was in the middle of eating when her phone started ringing. She paused, placing her chopsticks down, and picked up her phone. Her eyes widened when she saw Elijah’s name flashing on the screen. She gulped and glanced at Chris, who was busy with his meal, before looking back at her phone. Quickly, she answered, trying to keep her voice steady. “Hello, Elijah,” she said softly. “Sierra, what are you up to?” Elijah’s familiar voice came through, calm yet curious. “I was thinking of going out, so I’ll pick you up. We could grab something to eat, drive around, or maybe watch a movie. What do you say?” Sierra froze, her mind racing. She didn’t want to admit she was having dinner with another man—it didn’t feel right. She took a deep breath and forced herself to lie. “Uhmm… I’m actually feeling a bit of a headache,” she said, glancing down at her untouched food. “I’m on the bed resting, so I can’t go out tonight. Maybe another day?” “Really? Have you taken any medication? Are
Rise Of The General's Forgotten Son Chapter 126
Meanwhile, Elijah’s car pulled into the parking lot of Grand Oak Restaurant. The headlights cut through the dim light before turning off as he parked in a prime spot near the entrance.Dressed sharply in a shirt and slacks, Elijah stepped out, exuding his usual composed confidence. His cologne lingered in the cool air as he glanced at the glowing sign of the restaurant.After locking his car, he adjusted his wristwatch and ran a hand through his neatly styled hair, looking every bit the man who could effortlessly draw attention. He took a moment to scan his surroundings before heading toward the entrance.Elijah stepped into the Grand Oak Restaurant, immediately greeted by the warm glow. A small smile spread across his face as he admired the upscale decor.A waiter approached him with a courteous smile, saying, "Welcome, sir. Kindly have a seat."Elijah nodded, about to thank the waiter when his eyes caught sight of a familiar face across the room. His expression froze briefly, then
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Glancing around discreetly, Chris opened the bottle, pouring a small amount of the liquid into Sierra’s food. His movements were quick and practiced, as though he’d done this before.Once the liquid was mixed into her meal, he placed the bottle back into his pocket, picking up his drink casually to avoid suspicion. His expression shifted back to one of calm confidence as if nothing had happened.Chris leaned forward slightly, running a hand through his hair and chuckling under his breath. “Let’s see how well this dinner turns out now,” he muttered to himself, taking another sip of his drink while waiting for Sierra to return.Soon, Sierra returned to the table, her eyes soft and distant, clearly affected by what had just transpired. Chris noticed her expression and asked, “What’s wrong?”“Nothing,” Sierra replied quietly, avoiding his gaze. She reached for her bag and walked toward the counter. Chris watched her with a frown as she paid the bill for both their meals.When she returned
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"Thank you," Elijah replied, offering a small nod before putting his phone down and straightening up. The aroma of the meal hit him, and for a moment, he let out a soft sigh. Maybe a good meal would help clear his thoughts, at least for the time being.He reached for his cutlery, ready to dig in.Meanwhile, Sierra arrived home, her face completely clouded with sadness. As she stepped inside, her mother noticed immediately. "Sierra, what's wrong?" her mom asked with concern, stepping closer to her.Sierra shook her head. "Nothing, Mom," she muttered, her voice faint and distant as she began to walk past her.Her dad came into the hallway, frowning. "Sierra, talk to us. What happened? Did something go wrong at your dinner?”Sierra stopped briefly, her emotions threatening to spill over, but instead of answering, she shook her head again. "Please, just don’t worry me right now," she said, her tone sharper than she intended."Sierra!" her mom called out, alarmed by her daughter's unusual
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Elijah chuckled, tilting his head slightly as he met her gaze. “I told you, Ms. Valencia, I love to learn,” he said smoothly. “I pay attention to the world, study how things work. That’s all.”Celestine wasn’t convinced. She tapped a manicured finger against the table, observing him. “No,” she muttered. “It’s more than just learning. You think differently.”Elijah only smirked. “Thinking differently is what separates the successful from the ordinary.”Just then, the same man from earlier stepped onto the stage, tapping the microphone to get everyone's attention. The chatter in the room gradually died down as he spoke with a bright smile.“Ladies and gentlemen, in five minutes, we will have our star guest, the one and only Sierra Lane, on stage to perform for us!”The announcement was met with an eruption of applause and excited murmurs. Some guests clapped enthusiastically, while others cheered in anticipation. The energy in the room instantly shifted, buzzing with excitement as peopl
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Nathaniel’s irritation was quickly masked by a forced smile, but there was no mistaking the tension in his posture. With reluctance, he turned his attention back to Elijah, realizing he had no choice but to respond.Nathaniel forced a smile, adjusting his posture as he responded. “We have implemented multi-layer encryption protocols and an advanced firewall system that ensures our data is secure. Additionally, our AI is designed with self-learning algorithms that can detect and neutralize potential threats before they escalate.”Elijah remained unfazed. He leaned back in his chair, his fingers lightly tapping the armrest. “That sounds impressive on paper,” he said, his tone calm yet firm. “But self-learning AI is still unpredictable. It’s only as reliable as the data it’s fed, and if it encounters an anomaly it doesn’t recognize, what happens then? The system could misinterpret threats, or worse, leave a backdoor open without realizing it. And let’s not forget—ive heard of your compa
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Nathaniel’s irritation was quickly masked by a forced smile, but there was no mistaking the tension in his posture. With reluctance, he turned his attention back to Elijah, realizing he had no choice but to respond.Nathaniel forced a smile, adjusting his posture as he responded. “We have implemented multi-layer encryption protocols and an advanced firewall system that ensures our data is secure. Additionally, our AI is designed with self-learning algorithms that can detect and neutralize potential threats before they escalate.”Elijah remained unfazed. He leaned back in his chair, his fingers lightly tapping the armrest. “That sounds impressive on paper,” he said, his tone calm yet firm. “But self-learning AI is still unpredictable. It’s only as reliable as the data it’s fed, and if it encounters an anomaly it doesn’t recognize, what happens then? The system could misinterpret threats, or worse, leave a backdoor open without realizing it. And let’s not forget—ive heard of your compa
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As Elijah stepped into the VIP section, his eyes took in the lavish arrangement before him. The area was set apart from the rest of the venue with elegant golden railings, plush velvet chairs, and glass tables adorned with expensive wine bottles and crystal glasses.At the center, the most prestigious guests sat in a semi-circle, engaged in conversation—powerful business moguls, elite investors, and high-ranking officials. Among them was Daniel’s father, Lawrence Everhart, and sitting not far from him was the eldest madam of the Valencia family, a dignified woman exuding authority.Each table had name cards designating assigned seating, emphasizing the exclusivity of the section. Soft classical music played in the background, blending with the quiet murmurs of discussion. Waiters in crisp uniforms moved gracefully, serving premium drinks and hors d’oeuvres.Elijah’s gaze flickered to where Celestine was seated. Her presence commanded attention effortlessly. Without hesitation, the bod
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Elijah gave a slow nod. "I understand, but I'm with someone who's sitting there."The security shook his head. "No, please. It doesn’t work that way. You can’t sit there just because you’re with someone who has access."Just then, a familiar voice cut through the air."What’s going on? Elijah?"A loud, amused laugh followed.Elijah turned and saw Daniel Everhart, a smirk plastered across his face.Daniel walked closer, still smirking, and asked, "What’s going on?"The security guard, noticing that Daniel was from the VIP section, straightened up slightly and replied, "He was trying to enter the VIP section, but he doesn’t have access.”Daniel laughed and then began to mock Elijah.Elijah remained expressionless as Daniel laughed mockingly."You think getting a nice haircut and a suit can give you access to VIP?" Daniel scoffed, shaking his head. "Are you important enough to sit among us? Do you even know the kind of guests in there? My dad, the eldest madam of the Valencia family, and
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As the convoy smoothly entered the venue, Sierra reached into her purse and pulled out her invitation card, handing it over to Elijah."Please hand it over to them," she said with a small smile. Although she could have gone inside without presenting an invitation, she felt it was only right to give it to them.Elijah saw it as a perfect opportunity to get Felix inside without any hassle. He nodded and stepped out of the car, holding two invitation cards in his hand as Celestine’s cars continued their way in.Walking towards the security checkpoint, Elijah handed over the invitation cards. "Ms. Valencia asked me to give these to you," he said calmly.The security guards exchanged glances before nodding respectfully. His composed presence and association with Celestine made them assume he was part of the Valencia family. Without hesitation, they allowed him through.Not far behind, another car carefully approached. It was Felix, driving Elijah’s car as planned. Unlike the luxury vehicle
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He quickly answered the call, and Celestine's voice came through.“Elijah, sorry for the late call. Had a meeting. Are you ready for the event?”Elijah nodded, even though she couldn’t see him. “Yes, been waiting for your call.”“Where do you stay so we can pick you up?”Elijah shook his head slightly. “No, no. Tell me where I should meet you guys.”Celestine gave him the location, and Elijah replied, “Alright.” He then ended the call and stepped out of his room.The moment he got out, he spotted Felix standing near the door, already dressed and waiting. His suit was perfectly in place, and he carried himself with newfound confidence.“You look good, brother,” Felix said with a nod of approval.Elijah thanked him with a small smirk. “You too.” Then, after a brief pause, he asked, “Can you drive?”Felix nodded. “Yes, very well.”Elijah gave a short nod. “Good. Here’s what will happen. I’m meeting Ms. Valencia, and I can’t take you along right now. So we’ll drive to the location she men
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Betty leaned toward Sierra, whispering, “This is next-level treatment.”Sierra just smiled, glancing out the tinted window as the city lights passed by.Sierra took out her phone, casually checking her post, but the moment she saw the numbers, her eyes widened in shock."Seventy thousand likes already?!" she muttered, scrolling down. The post had exploded with engagement—over fourteen thousand comments in just a short time.She clicked on the comments, skimming through them."Omg, you’re so beautiful, Sierra!""See you at the event, queen!""On my way right now! Can’t wait to see you perform!”"That dress is FIRE! You’re gonna shut it down tonight."Betty, noticing Sierra’s expression, leaned over. "What’s up?"Sierra turned the screen toward her. "Look at this! I didn’t think it would blow up this fast."Betty grinned. "Girl, you're a star. The whole city is waiting for you tonight!"Sierra exhaled, feeling the weight of the excitement settle in. Tonight was going to be huge.By 7:30
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At the Dominion Group headquarters, the atmosphere was abuzz with excited chatter about the upcoming party. In one corner of the bustling office, groups of workers gathered around water coolers and in break rooms, discussing every detail of the event."I heard all the big shots have been invited," one worker said, lowering his voice conspiratorially. "Even the top executives are expected to show up, not to mention some major names from the business world."Another employee nodded vigorously. "Yeah, the tickets sold out within minutes. I even heard that a hundred extra invitations were given to our staff and key partners. It's going to be huge!”A third worker, adjusting his tie, added, "I heard the Valencia family is involved, too. Their sponsorship is massive—almost like a stamp of approval for the whole event."The excitement was palpable, and as more details were exchanged—about the luxurious venue, the celebrity performances, and the charity angle for the orphanage donation—the wo
