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Elijah leaned back slightly, keeping his voice steady. “You could say that. Why is his picture here?”Robert’s smile widened, clearly eager to talk about the man in the photo. “General Marcus Steel is somewhat of a legend in this area. A lot of the high-ranking officials and influential people around here admire him. He's a king in the real estate business too so most real estate companies have his picture.”“Long ago, when he was in this city, I heard he bought a big house here, that's like decades ago.”Elijah’s brows furrowed slightly as he studied the image. He wasn’t aware of this detail about his father’s life, and it caught him off guard. “He bought a villa here?”Robert nodded enthusiastically. “Indeed, he did. He was a man of precision, much like his reputation in the military. He personally oversaw the modifications to the property. It’s still one of the most admired houses in our portfolio. Although...” He paused, glancing at Elijah. “He hasn’t been back in years. I believ
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The assistant quickly snapped out of her shock and hurriedly retrieved a set of forms from a nearby drawer. "Mr. Steel, please fill these out to finalize the process," she said, her tone much more respectful now. Elijah nodded, took the forms, and began to fill them out with his usual calm demeanor. Robert and the assistant exchanged glances, still unable to fully process what had just happened. When Elijah finished, he handed the completed forms back to the assistant. She double-checked them, nodding in approval. “Everything’s perfect, Mr. Steel,” she said with a smile. Robert stepped forward with a small, elegant box. "Congratulations on your new villa, Mr. Steel," he said warmly, opening the box to reveal a set of sleek, modern keys and two automatic door cards. “These are your house keys and the door access cards,” Robert explained. “The cards are programmed to open all entry points in the villa, including the garage. If you need additional keys or cards for family or staff, ju
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The master bedroom was a masterpiece in itself. It was spacious, with a king-sized bed positioned in the center, flanked by nightstands and elegant lamps. The windows stretched across one wall, offering an unobstructed view of the city. There was a walk-in closet filled with neatly organized shelves and drawers and an en-suite bathroom that rivaled a spa, complete with a Jacuzzi, rainfall shower, and double sinks set into marble countertops.“Not bad,” Elijah muttered, his expression calm, though inwardly, he was impressed.The staff beamed. “Shall I show you the rest of the villa, sir? There’s a home office, a private gym, and even a home theater.”“Go ahead,” Elijah replied, his curiosity piqued.As they moved through the villa, Elijah noted how everything was designed with a seamless blend of comfort and luxury. By the time they finished the tour and returned to the living room, he was convinced he’d made the right decision.The staff turned to him with a satisfied smile. “If there
Rise Of The General's Forgotten Son Chapter 33
Later that evening, Sierra Lane stood in front of her full-length mirror, her reflection nothing short of breathtaking. She wore a fitted wine-red highlighting her curves. The neckline was modest yet elegant, and the dress flowed down to just above her knees, revealing her toned legs. Her hair was styled in soft waves, cascading over her shoulders, while a pair of simple yet stunning silver earrings complemented her glowing complexion.Getting to the hall, her mother sat on the plush cream sofa, sipping tea and scrolling through her tablet.As Sierra walked in, her mother's eyes shifted up—and immediately widened in astonishment. She placed the cup of tea down and set her tablet aside, her gaze locking on Sierra."My goodness, Sierra," her mother said, standing up. "You look... stunning. Where are you going dressed like this, with your bag and all? Is there some event you didn’t tell me about?”"Just dinner?" Her mother folded her arms, raising an eyebrow. "Dressed like this? And with
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The little girl, who had just hugged her father so eagerly, was the daughter of General Marcus Steel and Catherine Steel. Her name was Isabella Steel.Marcus bent down with a warm, affectionate smile on his face. He kissed her cheek and raised her up, his voice full of tenderness. "How are you, my girl?" he asked, his eyes filled with love.Isabella giggled, her face beaming. "I'm fine, daddy!" she replied, wrapping her arms around his neck.Catherine, standing nearby, smiled at the exchange and stood up to greet her husband. She walked toward him gracefully, her eyes full of affection as they kissed. "How was everything? How's work?" she asked, her voice soft with concern.Marcus looked at his wife and then back at his daughter. He placed the little girl down gently before responding to Catherine, his demeanor relaxing now that he was home. "Everything is fine," he said, his voice warm and filled with contentment. "Busy as always, but it's good to be home.”The other lady who had b
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Marcus shook his head firmly. "Not yet," he said, his voice steady. "Sophia is still young. She’s only ten, Catherine. I don’t want to overwhelm her with something this big right now. Let her enjoy her childhood without complications."He leaned back slightly, his expression thoughtful. "As for Elijah, he’s just starting to adjust to the truth about us. Adding another revelation might be too much for him. He needs time to fully embrace who he is and his new reality. Once he's stable and ready, then we can tell him about Sophia.”Marcus placed his hand on Catherine’s gently. "Let’s handle this one step at a time. When the time is right, we’ll tell them both.”Meanwhile, Elijah's eyes fluttered open, and he realized he had taken a nap on the sofa. He stretched his arms lazily, yawning deeply as he shifted to sit upright. Glancing around, he reached for his phone and tapped the screen. The time read 7:25 p.m."Oh, I slept for that long?" he muttered to himself, shaking his head to shake
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Moments later, as Sierra waited, she saw Daniel Everhart step out of the building, descending the small flight of stairs. Her eyes lit up as she quickly waved at him. Daniel smiled warmly and walked toward her, his presence commanding. He was dressed in a dark blue suit that perfectly complemented his build, the fabric clearly of high quality. The lapels were sharp and sleek, with a subtle sheen that caught the light. His tie, a deep burgundy, added a striking contrast, while his expensive watch peeked from beneath his cuff.His shades, effortlessly hanging inside the collar of his shirt. As Daniel got closer, he couldn't help but pause for a moment, visibly taken aback by Sierra's appearance. Her dress, a sleek, fitted red wine gown that flattered her curves, accentuated her stunning shape. The way the fabric clung to her thick, confident figure left him speechless for a moment. His eyes lingered on her, and he couldn't stop himself from complimenting her, his words coming in rapi
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Meanwhile, Elijah had completed the security checks without any hassle. After driving inside, he parked his BMW M5 beside the Mazda 6, his eyes immediately drawn to the massive structure of Carmen's. As he stepped out of the car, his gaze swept over the grand restaurant, and he couldn't help but stand there for a moment, taking it all in.The sheer scale of Carmen's left him in awe—its multi-story design, the intricacy of the architecture, and the high-end aura radiating from every corner. The top floors gleamed like a crown above the bustling streets below. Elijah had seen many high-end places, but Carmen's was on another level. He felt a rush of excitement, wondering what kind of experience awaited inside.As Elijah stepped inside Carmen’s, the ambiance immediately caught his attention. The downstairs dining area was lively and elegant, with soft lighting casting a warm glow over the neatly arranged tables. The quiet hum of conversation and the clinking of glasses filled the air. E
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His cold, sharp eyes locked onto Elijah's calm, unwavering face.There was a moment of chilling silence, the sound of the dogs barking faintly behind them filling the heavy air.Phantom frowned slightly, as if assessing Elijah from head to toe.The blood-stained singlet on his chest stuck awkwardly to his skin, his muscles tense, the brutal energy he carried unmistakable.Yet before him stood Elijah — unflinching, arms slightly loose at his sides, his expression unreadable, almost casual.Phantom dropped the stick to the ground with a loud thud, wiped his hands slowly on a dirty cloth nearby, and took two slow steps closer, the tension thickening with every move.Phantom stared at Elijah for a long moment before a twisted smile curved on his lips.He opened his arms wide slightly and said in a low, taunting tone,"Elijah Westbrook... welcome."Elijah remained calm, his sharp gaze surveying the room again — the cages, the brutal scene behind Phantom, the men standing like loyal wolves
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The scarred man gritted his teeth furiously but stayed in place, glaring at Elijah with burning hatred, breathing heavily as if restraining himself.Elijah stood there, unbothered, a light smirk still on his face. His calmness only made them more unsettled."Tch," Elijah muttered, shifting his weight slightly on his heel, still relaxed. "If this is the best Phantom Reiss has, then maybe I should be disappointed already."The group stiffened hearing Elijah mention Phantom Reiss so casually.One of the rough-looking men stepped forward, pointing a thick finger at Elijah and barking, "How dare you mention boss's name with your filthy mouth?"Another, gripping a rusted pipe in his hand, spat on the ground and said angrily, "Let’s just beat him bloody here and now!" His voice was thick with rage.But immediately, one of the older, slightly smarter men grabbed his shoulder and pulled him back roughly."No! Are you dumb?" he snapped. "Boss said bring him, not break him here. If we mess him u
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As Elijah drove further, he suddenly spotted a small open area along the road—a place wide enough to pull off without causing suspicion.Without hesitation, he turned the steering, brought the Prado smoothly to a halt, killed the engine, and stepped out casually, leaving the driver’s door open.The man following him, surprised, immediately slowed down too, stopping a few meters behind, unsure what was happening.From inside his car, he watched Elijah.At first, he thought maybe Elijah was checking something on his car... but when he saw Elijah closing the door slowly and beginning to walk toward him—directly—his heart skipped a beat."Shit," the man muttered under his breath, quickly adjusting himself in the driver’s seat.He frowned hard, panic creeping in."Am I exposed? How? Was he monitoring me the whole time?"He kept his hand ready on the ignition, debating whether to drive off, but Elijah’s calm yet intimidating pace made it clear:Running might make it worse.Elijah's gaze was
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“Elijah Westbrook?”“Yes. He just came out of a flower store by East Ridge Avenue, entered a black Prado. He’s with another man—probably a close aide or driver. They’re still parked.”“Good. Stay on him. We'll come there quickly.”The call ended. The man’s fingers moved swiftly over his phone screen, snapping a picture of the car and sending it in a flash.Elijah carefully opened the back door of the Prado and placed the beautifully wrapped bouquet—white and red roses mixed with some fresh lilies—gently onto the back seat. He closed the door quietly and glanced up at the sky; it was already getting darker, with the thick clouds hinting that rain could fall again soon.He checked the time on the car dashboard — 4:30 pm, almost brushing 5 pm. The day had moved faster than he expected.Without wasting time, he got into the driver’s seat, buckled up, and started the engine with a soft hum. Felix, who had been quietly scrolling on his phone, looked up and nodded as Elijah began driving out
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Betty glanced at Sierra and suggested, “What about some jewelry? Like a nice chain or bracelet? Might look good on him.”Sierra shook her head gently. “I’ve not really seen Elijah wear those kinds of things. He’s more of the simple and classy type. I think these are enough.”“Alright then,” Betty nodded with a grin. “Still, what you’ve picked is solid.”With that, the two of them continued walking toward the mall’s main payment counter, their hands filled with stylish branded bags and other goods.On the other side of the floor, Sophia had also gathered a few items—less than Sierra but still noticeable. She began walking in the same direction, unaware of who else might be headed there. Her heels clicked lightly as she adjusted her purse and made her way to the counter to process her payment.As Sierra walked forward toward the main counter, her steps slowed slightly. Her eyes locked onto a familiar figure just a few meters ahead which was Sophia“That lady?” she murmured to herself, e
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"I know I've wronged you, Elijah," he said, his voice cracking as desperation bled into his tone. "Please… please help me get out of here. I beg you."Elijah didn’t flinch. He held Damian’s gaze, his face unreadable—until, suddenly, he broke into laughter. Cold, mocking laughter that echoed off the walls of the grimy cell block."Help you?" Elijah chuckled, stepping closer. "Damian… why would I save you… from the very place I personally put you in?"Damian’s eyes widened, his lips parting in shock. "W-What? What do you mean… by where you brought me?" he stammered.Elijah’s smile was calm, sharp. "That’s right," he said smoothly. "Everything… every step that led you here—it was all part of my plan. You see, I knew what you were doing. I watched you ruin others, abuse your power, lie, manipulate. You thought nobody saw, didn’t you? But I did. And I waited. Waited till the right moment to crush you under the very weight of your own sins.”Damian stumbled back a step, gripping the bars ti
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As they stepped out of the office, Elijah’s eyes caught Felix already standing across the hallway with his arms crossed, waiting alertly.Upon seeing Elijah approach, Felix immediately straightened up.Elijah stopped in front of him. “I’m giving you a task,” he said firmly. “You’ll make sure this whole place—everything inside—is transformed in a week. Hire the best interior designers or whoever you need. Every single material in this station must be replaced. Floors, walls, chairs, desks—everything. It should look brand new and high quality. And if you need more money, let me know.”Felix nodded instantly. “Sure, brother. I’ll do so. You can count on me.”Elijah gave him a quick nod and turned, continuing his walk with Dorson by his side. Felix followed closely behind.They soon reached the side of the building where the other policemen were stationed. The officer who had escorted Elijah earlier was there too. As they saw their superior, Superintendent Dorson, all the policemen stood
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As Elijah sat silently, staring at his phone screen while it rang, Superintendent Dorson chuckled mockingly and leaned back in his chair, clearly thinking he had the upper hand.“Now you’re quiet, huh?” Dorson smirked. “Thought so. Must be regretting that chairman story. You young people and your jokes—next thing you’ll say is you own half the city. Don’t worry, I won’t lock you up… yet.”He laughed again, smugly folding his arms. “You looked so confident before, now you look like someone who just realized he’s out of his depth.”Just then, Elijah’s phone screen lit up—Isla had picked up the video call.Her face came into view, seated at her sleek desk, her glasses perched delicately on her nose. Behind her, the Dominion Group’s logo gleamed brightly on the wall.“Yes, Master Elijah?” she said calmly, clearly on speaker as her voice echoed faintly through the phone.Dorson’s laughter froze midsentence. His eyes widened, brows furrowing in confusion as he leaned forward, staring at the
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Dorson’s jaw tightened slightly at Elijah’s composed boldness, and the air between them grew heavier.Superintendent Dorson narrowed his eyes and asked, “So what exactly did you come here to discuss?”Elijah leaned back slightly in the chair and replied, “Before we get into that…” He paused and let his eyes drift slowly around the room. His voice was calm, but edged with quiet criticism. “When I walked in here, I saw how bad this place looks. It shouldn’t be this way—for a whole police station, with your name and rank tied to it.”Dorson raised a brow, watching him.Elijah continued, “The paint on the walls is peeling like it hasn’t been touched in years. The hallway smells like damp papers and sweat. I passed broken ceiling tiles, exposed wires near the light switch. Some of your officers looked like they haven’t had new uniforms since 2010. Even the floor tiles in the corridor were cracked. Superintendent, you’re a big man—this shouldn’t be your standard.”Dorson’s face tightened s
