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Rise of Betrayed Son-in-law Chapter 56: The Bail
Their conversation was interrupted when Evan, suddenly appeared before them.Leo frowned, not entirely pleased to see Evan after all that had transpired between him and Andrea. But before he could say anything, a police captain approached Evan with a respectful nod."Mr. Winston, I’m glad to see you again,” I said.Mr. Sanchez came up and saw Evan and approached him with a big smile.“I want to thank you for your assistance in helping to pay the bail for me," the captain said, surprising both Andrea and Leo.Leo's jaw dropped in shock as he turned to Andrea, who looked equally surprised by the turn of events."Evan, you helped pay the bail?" Andrea asked, her voice tinged with disbelief.Evan nodded, a sheepish expression on his face."I know we haven't always seen eye to eye, Andrea. But when I heard about your father being arrested, I couldn't just sit back and do nothing. Mr. Sanchez called me and I felt it was the right thing to do."Leo couldn't believe what he was hearing. Despi
Rise of Betrayed Son-in-law Chapter 57: No Malice
Evan and Elias chuckled as they drove through the dimly lit streets, the distant hum of the radio filling the silence between them."Can you believe Leo's reaction?" Evan exclaimed, shaking his head in disbelief."He was fuming when he found out I helped Mr. Sanchez out."Elias smirked, glancing over at his friend. "Well, what did he expect, Boss? Mr. Sanchez is in trouble, and you were the only one who could help him out. Leo should be thanking you."Evan nodded, a determined glint in his eye."I know, but that's just the kind of guy Leo is. Always looking out for himself, no matter who he steps on in the process."As they continued on their ride, Evan couldn't help but feel a sense of satisfaction wash over him. He had done a good deed, and even though Leo was angry, Evan knew he had done the right thing."So, what's next, Boss?" Elias asked, breaking the silence once again.Evan smirked, a mischievous glint in his eye. "Oh, I have a plan. A plan that will make Leo regret ever cros
Rise of Betrayed Son-in-law Chapter 58: Nightmare
As they stood by the bedside, Marga's whispered words echoed in Evan's mind. He had always been known for his aloof and unfeeling demeanor, but the raw vulnerability etched upon Marga's face shattered his icy exterior.Memories of his own parents, lost tragically in a car accident when he was a child, came flooding back. The unbearable pain and loneliness he had endured in the aftermath of their passing left an unhealed wound within him."I understand you, Marga," he murmured, his voice uncharacteristically gentle, "I know what it's like to lose someone you love so I can’t let your mother died without doing anything for this matter."Marga turned to him, her eyes filled with both gratitude and surprise. She had never expected such empathy from the cold and distant man she had encountered before."My parents were killed in a car accident when I was young," Evan continued, his voice trembling slightly. "I was alone, and I didn't know what to do,""But you survived," Marga whispered, "Yo
Rise of Betrayed Son-in-law Chapter 59: Discovery
One week laterIn the tranquil aftermath of a successful surgery, Marga's mother lay peacefully in the hospital bed, a testament to the skilled hands of the surgeons. As she drifted in and out of slumber, Marga sat by her side, her heart filled with a mix of relief and anticipation.Evan, who had been a constant presence throughout the ordeal, had transformed into a beacon of support and compassion. Gone was the enigmatic facade he had maintained before. In its place was a warmth that melted Marga's reservations.“Sir,” Marga began hesitantly, “I... I want to thank you for everything you've done.”Evan turned to her, his eyes reflecting the genuine concern he felt.“It's the least I could do, Marga. I know how much parents mean to us,”Marga's heart skipped a beat as she realized that Evan's kindness extended beyond mere obligation.“You know, I never really understood you before,” she confessed. “You always seemed so... distant, Sir”A hint of sadness flickered across Evan's face. “I
Rise of Betrayed Son-in-law Chapter 60: Leo's cruelty
CARTER'S MANSIONIn the soft light of the bedside lamp, Andrea couldn't find peace as she tossed and turned, her mind filled with a whirlwind of emotions. It had been months since her heated argument with Leo, and the pain of their shattered relationship weighed heavily on her heart.After enduring Leo's physical abuse countless times, Andrea finally gathered the courage to confront him. She had hoped to mend their bond, to bridge the gap that had grown between them. But Leo's response crushed her hopes."Where have you been?"Andrea's voice was barely a whisper as Leo stumbled in, his eyes bloodshot and his breath reeking of alcohol."None of your business,"Leo snapped, his anger palpable."You're still hung up on Evan, aren't you?"Leo accused her.Andrea's heart sank. She had never given Leo a reason to doubt her feelings for her ex-husband. The accusation wounded her deeply."That's not true," she protested. "I love you, Leo. I just want us to work things out.""Work things out?"Leo
Rise of Betrayed Son-in-law Chapter 61: Personal issues
When Evan arrived home, he grabbed a bottle of liquor to drink. He couldn't explain how he felt. He wouldn't let his soft feelings defeat his dominance. "What's the matter, Boss?"Elias asked. "Nothing,"Evan replied curtly. "Boss,You know you can talk to me, right?"Elias said. "I said nothing's wrong," Evan snapped. Elias sighed. "Okay, calm down. But if you want to talk, I'm here." Evan nodded and took a swig from his bottle. He couldn't shake the feeling that he was losing control. Why is he still affected to his fucking bitch ex wife. He knew he had to do something drastic to regain his power. The next morning, Evan woke up with a headache. A dull, throbbing pain that pulsed in time with his pounding heart. He still felt the liquor in his body, a sluggish, heavy weight that made every movement a chore. He hadn't slept well; the memories of what he saw last night were still lingering in his mind. He stumbled out of bed and made his way to the bathroom. The cool til
Rise of Betrayed Son-in-law Chapter 62: Applicant
In the bustling office of Rising Eagle company, an air of unease hung heavy in the air. Emily approached Marga with a concerned expression.“What's troubling you, Marga?” Emily inquired, her voice gentle.Marga's eyes welled up with tears as she confided in Emily, "It's Mr. Winston. I can't believe how he rejected the watch I gave him and now he act very arrogant. I know it’s not new but it really hurts,”Emily's brow furrowed in disbelief. “Rejected it? Why?”“He said it was cheap,”Marga replied dejectedly, her voice trembling. “As if my gesture meant nothing to him.”Fury surged through Emily's veins. She couldn't believe that their boss, Evan, could be so ungrateful besides arrogant.“That's outrageous!” she exclaimed.“How dare he insult you like that?”“I know,” Marga sobbed. “I put so much thought into choosing it. I wanted it to be something special.”Emily reached out and took Marga's hand reassuringly.“Don't you worry, I'm here for you. We'll figure this out together.”Emily
Rise of Betrayed Son-in-law Chapter 63: Hired
Andrea was waiting at the applicant’s area where many of them were fall in line for the HR staff interview. But suddenly a blonde hair woman with a petite body approached and asked her.“Are you Mrs. Andrea Carter?” the woman asked her.“Yes. It’s me, ma’am,” she responded.“Great. Congratulations. Our CEO saw your resume and requirements. You are hired!” woman declared with a smile on her face.Andrea covered up her mouth with her both hands. She was very shocked to hear those words from the HR staff.“Really, ma’am?” she asked in disbelief.“Yes. Follow me so I can orient you about the salary and the policy of our company,” the woman said and walked towards the office.Andrea followed her with a sweet smile but she heard about the gossips around her. The disapproval of other applicants because for them it is very unfair.When Andrea entered the office, she approached the table and sit in front of the HR staff. The woman who is the HR Staff gave her the folder which contains the wr
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Chapter 180: The End
The sun rose over Rising Eagle Tower, casting a warm glow across Evan’s office. He leaned back in his chair, sipping his coffee and contemplating the new initiatives they had planned for the upcoming year. Despite the success they had achieved, he felt the familiar tingle of uncertainty creeping back—new challenges were on the horizon.Marga entered, a folder in hand. “Evan, have you seen these reports?” she asked, a frown creasing her brow. “The community outreach programs are facing budget cuts. If we don’t act fast, we’ll have to scale back on several projects.”Evan’s heart sank. “What do you suggest?”“We need to rally the community and reach out to our partners for additional funding. We’ve built strong relationships; now it’s time to leverage them.”“Let’s schedule a meeting with the board,” he replied, determination hardening his resolve. &l
Chapter 180: New Dawn
The black SUV rolled to a stop, dust swirling around its tires. Evan’s heart raced as he exchanged a glance with Marga and Connor. They had barely escaped one danger, and now another threat loomed large before them.“Stay alert,” Evan warned, raising his weapon slightly. “It could be more of Killian’s men.”As the SUV’s doors swung open, three figures emerged, weapons drawn. Evan’s breath caught in his throat as he recognized the lead figure—Detective Julia Marks, a close ally from his past missions. Relief flooded through him, but it was quickly replaced by caution.“Evan! Marga! Connor!” Julia called, waving her arms as she approached, her expression a mix of urgency and concern. “We need to move, now!”Evan lowered his weapon, confusion etched on his face. “What are you doing here?”“We got intel about Killian’s operations,” she explained,
Chapter 179: Rising Tides
Evan’s heart pounded in his chest as he followed Connor and Marga through the dense underbrush, adrenaline coursing through his veins. Each step felt like a challenge, the weight of the previous battles heavy on his shoulders. He could hear the sounds of pursuit behind them—shouts and the crack of branches underfoot.“Marga, stay close!” he urged, glancing back to ensure she was right behind him. The fear etched on her face reminded him of what was at stake. He felt a surge of protectiveness, a fierce need to keep her safe.“Where are we headed?” Connor called back, urgency lacing his voice.“There’s a cave system nearby,” Evan replied, recalling a map he’d memorized during their earlier missions. “It should provide some cover.”“Let’s hope it’s not too far!” Connor shouted, his breaths coming in quick bursts.They reached a rocky outcrop, and Evan
Chapter 179
The sun glinted off the glass façade of Rising Eagle Tower, casting long shadows over the bustling city below. Evan stood in his corner office, his gaze sweeping across the skyline, the weight of the past behind him and the future stretching before him like an open road.It had been a year since the fall of Killian and Leo, their nefarious empire dismantled piece by piece. Justice had finally caught up with them, and Evan had ensured they were brought to trial, where they faced the consequences of their actions. Their sentences had been severe—years behind bars, where they could do no more harm.Now, Rising Eagle was thriving under Evan’s leadership. He had transformed the company, steering it towards innovation and ethical practices, making it a beacon of hope in the industry. But the greatest transformation had been within himself. No longer the man haunted by fear and uncertainty, he was now a confident leader, driven by purpose.Marga walk
Chapter 178: Rapid bursts
Evan’s heart raced as he faced Leo, the dim light of the forest casting eerie shadows across the man’s smirk. “Looks like the tables have turned,” Leo taunted, aiming his weapon with a steady hand. “Step aside, Leo,” Evan warned, his voice low but resolute. “This isn’t your fight anymore.”“Oh, but it is!” Leo laughed, a dark edge to his tone. “You think you can just walk away from this? You’ve made it personal.”Marga’s grip tightened around Evan’s arm. “We need to move,” she whispered urgently, glancing over her shoulder, as if sensing Killian lurking nearby.Evan’s mind raced. They were outnumbered and trapped between Leo and the threat of Killian lurking in the shadows. “Leo, you don’t want to do this,” he said, trying to reason with him. “We can work together to take down Killian.”“Ha! And give up my chance at revenge? Not a chance!” Leo’s eyes gleamed with fanatic determination. “You took everything from me. Now it’s your turn to suffer.”Evan took a step forward, lowering his
Chapter 177: Hearts in the Crossfire
The gunshot reverberated through the clearing, and Evan’s instincts kicked in. He turned to Marga, whose eyes were wide with fear. “Stay low!” he commanded, pulling her behind a nearby tree just as the echoes of chaos unfolded around them.“What’s happening?” Marga’s voice trembled, but Evan could see a spark of determination in her gaze.“They’re not done yet,” he replied, scanning their surroundings. Killian and his men were regrouping, but the looming presence of law enforcement from the searchlight added a new layer of tension. Evan’s heart raced, fueled by both adrenaline and the need to protect Marga.“I can’t let you face this alone,” she said, her voice steadying. “We’re in this together, remember?”Evan turned to her, a mix of admiration and love flooding his chest. “You’re right. Together.” He took a deep breath, the warmth of her presence igniting a fire within him. “We need to fight back.”They crouched low, stealing glances at the chaos unfolding just beyond the tree line
Chapter 176: The Edge of Darkness
Evan and Marga pressed deeper into the cavern, the distant roar of engines and shouts echoing ominously behind them. The flickering light from the explosive had left shadows dancing along the walls, creating a disorienting maze that seemed to swallow them whole.“Which way?” Marga panted, her eyes wide with urgency.“Follow me,” Evan replied, determination surging within him. The adrenaline from their confrontation with Killian still coursed through his veins, sharpening his senses. “We need to find another exit.”They navigated through the labyrinth of rock, the air thick with dust and tension. Each echo of footsteps sent jolts of anxiety through Evan, but he kept moving forward. He couldn’t let fear grip him; he had to be their anchor.Suddenly, the sound of their pursuers grew louder. Voices shouted commands, followed by the screech of tires on gravel. “They’re coming,” Marga whispered, glancing back, her fear palpable.“Stay close,” Evan urged, tightening his grip on her hand. The
Chapter 175: Shadows to Strength
Evan's world blurred in and out of focus as he lay on the cold, hard ground of the cavern. Pain radiated from the knife wound in his side, each pulse sending shockwaves through his body. Marga’s frantic voice filled his ears, but the words were muffled, fading into a haunting echo.“Evan! Stay with me!” He could feel her warmth against him, her presence a tether pulling him back from the brink. He forced himself to open his eyes, locking onto her determined gaze. “Marga,” he murmured, each breath feeling like a monumental effort. “I—”“Don’t you dare say it!” Her voice was fierce, cutting through the fog of pain and despair. “You’re going to fight this. We’re going to get out of here.”A surge of gratitude washed over him as he squeezed her hand tighter. In that moment, something shifted within him. He realized that he couldn’t let her down. Not now. Not ever.With a groan, he pushed himself up, using every ounce of strength he could muster. “Killian,” he rasped, the name igniting a
Chapter 174: Fragments of Hope
Evan's world spun into chaos as darkness enveloped him. Time felt distorted, each heartbeat echoing in his ears, drowning out the noise of the outside world. He struggled against the void, a desperate need to cling to Marga anchoring him to reality.“Stay with me!” he shouted, but his voice echoed in an abyss. Images of Marga’s face, full of life and determination, flooded his mind, fueling his fight against the encroaching darkness. Suddenly, a bright light pierced through, and he felt a jolt of pain shoot through his body. Evan gasped, blinking against the harsh brightness of the moonlight filtering through the trees. “Marga!” he croaked, scrambling to his feet, disoriented. Panic clawed at his throat as he searched the ground for her, dread pooling in his stomach.“Marga!” he shouted again, voice raw with desperation. He stumbled toward where he had last seen her, fear pushing him forward. As he rounded a tree, he found her lying on the ground, her face pale against the backdrop
