SIMON THE ZILLIONAIRE FROM NOWHERE

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In the days following the truce, Eddie felt a sense of cautious optimism. The meeting with Frank had gone better than expected, and they had both agreed to work towards a peaceful resolution. It was a relief to have the constant threat of conflict receding into the background, allowing Eddie to focus on rebuilding his family’s business without fear of sabotage.

However, unknown to Eddie, Frank had no intention of honoring their agreement. He seethed at the humiliation of having to negotiate with someone he considered a rival, and his pride wouldn’t allow him to let it go. Instead, Frank began to formulate a plan—a scheme to not only undermine Eddie but to eliminate him entirely.

Frank’s first move was to reach out to someone close to Axton, a man named Carlos, who had a reputation for doing Axton’s dirty work. Carlos was known for his ruthless efficiency and his loyalty to whoever paid him the most. Frank was confident that with the right