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Rise of Ryan Conner chapter 16
As Ryan's gaze shifted back to Mrs. Sonya, he noticed a change in her demeanor that he hadn't picked up on earlier. Her usually composed and eloquent presence seemed slightly off-kilter, her smile more relaxed and her eyes a bit unfocused. Concern flickered through him as he took a closer look at the table, realizing for the first time the number of empty glasses that lay before her. It became evident that, amidst their conversation and his own deep contemplation, Mrs. Sonya had consumed a significant amount of wine, more than he had noticed."Mrs. Sonya, I think maybe we should call it a night," Ryan suggested gently, his voice laced with concern. "It's been a long day, and you've had quite a bit to drink. I can help you get back to your room."His offer was met with a light-hearted protest. Carefully, he assisted Mrs. Sonya to her feet, ensuring she was steady before they began to make their way out of the top-floor lounge. Ryan gently took the glass cup from Mrs. Sonya's hand, he
Rise of Ryan Conner chapter 17
As they were about to part ways, Mrs. Sonya's phone interrupted the moment, its ringtone slicing through the hushed ambiance of the hotel corridor. She paused, her expression shifting to one of focused attention as she answered the call. Ryan stood by, a respectful distance away, his mind already turning over the tasks for the day and contemplating the complexities of their situation. The conversation was brief, but its content seemed to carry significant weight. Mrs. Sonya's eyes narrowed slightly, her nod indicating the importance of the call.As she ended the call and slipped the phone back into her purse, she turned to face Ryan, a new sense of urgency framing her features. "The package will arrive very soon," she announced, her voice carrying a mixture of relief and anticipation. The 'package', a term shrouded in the mystery of their larger endeavor, hinted at something pivotal, perhaps a crucial piece in their ongoing efforts."I'll go see my daughter," Mrs. Sonya continued, her
Rise of Ryan Conner chapter 18
As Ryan stepped into the ward, he turned to see Mrs. Sonya was seated beside her daughter's bed. The room was filled with the sounds of beeping machines. Tubes flowed from various devices, connecting to the little girl's hand.The little girl, though weakly lying on the bed, was awake. Her eyes, bright despite her condition, turned towards Ryan as he entered.Ryan sighed heavily as he saw Mrs Sonya let out a soft giggle.However, the laughter did not mask the tears that pooled in her eyes, tears that were a mixture of pain, fear.Ryan took a seat beside them, his presence a silent vow of support and solidarity. The little girl, observing her mother's emotional state, asked with an innocent voice, "Mum, why are you crying?""I'm not crying, darling. Sometimes, when we're really happy, our eyes just need to let it out." She dabbed the corner of her eyes, "Am I? No I'm not," She chuckled. "Let's go back to the game we're playing," Mrs. Sonya suggested. Her daughter's face lit up and the
Rise of Ryan Conner chapter 19
In the dimly lit corridor of his apartment, the soft shuffle of his footsteps was barely audible as he moved closer to the front door. His heart pounded in his chest, a rhythm of fear and anticipation, as he leaned forward to peer through the peephole. A masked man, face obscured behind a dark cloth, holding a gun with an unwavering grip. The door, his last line of defense, showed signs of forceful entry, its frame splintered and broken.Frozen for a moment, he watched as the figures outside prepared to make their next move. The hallway's muted lights cast long shadows that danced around the intruders, adding a macabre spectacle to the scene unfolding before him. The man's breath fogged the peephole, a stark reminder of the peril just inches away. The men outside seemed to inch closer to the door.Clinging to the window's edge, Ryan took a deep breath, feeling the cool air brush against his face. Below him, the city sprawled endlessly, a maze of lights and shadows. With a swift motio
Rise of Ryan Conner chapter 20
She coughed lightly and her body shivered slightly, a sign of life stirring within her. Mrs. Sonya leaned forward, her eyes wide, hardly daring to believe the change unfolding before her.Ryan felt drained of his strength. But as he watched the color return to the little girl's cheeks, a deep sense of relief washed over him.He had made it in time. Mrs. Sonya turned her gaze from her daughter to Ryan, searching his face for confirmation, nodding his head, a tired but genuine smile breaking through the exhaustion. "It's working," his nod seemed to say.As the minutes ticked by, the transformation was undeniable. The pallor of illness was replaced by a warm flush of red. The little girl's breathing steadied, becoming deeper and more rhythmic, as if each breath was drawing her further back from the brink of death. The doctor's entrance was abrupt, his words trailing off as he took in the scene before him. The expectation of despair and resignation was written all over his face, an all-t
Rise of Ryan Conner chapter 20
Ryan's breath hitched slightly at the unexpected tenderness of Mrs. Sonya's touch. Mrs. Sonya's hesitation was palpable, the weight of the moment stretching out between them as she finally removed his shirt completely. Mrs. Sonya coughed, turning away to hide her flushed cheeks. She busied herself at the sink, letting the cold water run over the bloodied shirt, as she wrung out the shirt, the water tainted pink with diluted blood swirling down the drain.Mrs. Sonya possessed a beauty that was both striking and serene, a delicabalance that seemed to echo the dualities of her life. Her features held an angelic quality, with soft, gentle curves. Her skin, a flawless canvas, had a subtle glow, yet beneath the surface lay the traces of sleepless nights and worry lines.Her eyes, deep and expressive, were framed by long, dark lashes. Her hair, a cascade of luscious locks, fell around her shoulders in a manner that was both effortless and elegant. Her composure, always calm and collected
Rise of Ryan Conner chapter 21
A familiar beeping sound pierced the silence. It came from the ring! "What now?" Ryan wondered as he looked at the ring on his index finger. With a deep, steadying breath, Ryan focused his intent on the ring. Immediately a blue wide screen materialized before him, ethereal yet unmistakably vivid against the backdrop of the room. The words [Task: get 5000 appreciation points] [Points: 4/5000] Ryan almost choked on his saliva. How was he supposed to suddenly get to a 1000 points? This heir system was definitely playing some kind of prank on him.This actually means he had to perform a good deed for about two thousand four hundred and eight people in order to complete the quest. That's-A wry smile played across his lips. The task at hand—to earn appreciation points from what seemed like an impossible number of people—struck him as both daunting and slightly absurd.Ryan pondered hard but then another beep sound interrupted him. Before his eyes, runes began to shimmer on the scr
Rise of Ryan Conner chapter 23
As he stared at the mirror, he still looked pale due to the whole process that took a heavy toll on him. It was all worth it tho, he picked up the little container holding the ointment and with a sigh he settled into his chair. The computer beamed on and he proceeded to set up an online sellers account.He named it, "Scar removing ointment" He didn't even test the ointment to know if it was really legit before listing it, he just trusted the system. " Complete"When he was done with listing it on the site. A feeling of fatigue washed over him and he shut down the computer. His four poster bed was just at the corner of his room so he just fell into the comfy feeling of the bed. He woke up feeling refreshed glancing at the clock he realized half a day was already gone. He logged onto the computer to check the sales and not even one person checked it out. Maybe he had to wait a little bit. Three days later and he had not still made even one sales. About two visitors had checked it o