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THE GREAT GENERAL Bright Spot
Late afternoon, around four o'clock.Tony had just arrived at the branch bar of The Wild Deer. As he stepped inside, he sensed a different vibe in the air.The people in the bar, especially the customerss, eyed him with judgmental stares. They didn't say anything, but Tony felt like he could hear their whispered thoughts.A waiter approached Tony."Mr. Tony, Ms. Michelle was looking for you earlier," the waiter said.Tony furrowed his brow. Didn't Michelle know he had gone to the hospital earlier?"Where is she now?" Tony asked."In the back, sir. In the smoking area," the bartender replied.Tony furrowed his brow again. Michelle smokes? That was news to him.Without saying anything more, Tony left the bartender and headed to the back.Behind the bar was a special area for people who wanted to smoke in the open air. It was usually where customers avoiding the crowd would smoke.Tony kept walking, and every time he passed one of his employees, they greeted him and nodded respectfully.
THE GREAT GENERAL We Meet Again
A helicopter soared high above the city of Karnaan.The helicopter moved swiftly. Inside were four people, one of whom was Tony."General, we’ll reach the location in two minutes," said one of the soldiers in the front seat."Okay. Tell the others to get ready," Tony replied."Roger that!"The soldier grabbed the communication device mounted on the helicopter's dashboard, giving instructions for the other teams to prepare for the operation.Tony took a deep breath and flexed his arms. He wore advanced glasses with various functions. In his hand, a silver pistol loaded with bullets."Commencing landing," said the soldier.Tony glanced out the window. Below, skyscrapers looked small and narrow.The helicopter approached the rooftop of a four-star hotel. The setting sun’s rays momentarily dazzled Tony."All clear. Lowering altitude," the soldier said again.Tony cocked the silver pistol in his hand. He pressed a small button on the frame of his glasses.A holographic screen appeared befo
THE GREAT GENERAL Counter-Attack
In walked a man in a simple T-shirt, none other than Tony. A soldier stood slightly behind him, aiming his rifle at Casey and Barn."What's with the shocked faces? Surprised to see me?" Tony quipped.The soldier closed the hotel room door behind him. Casey and Barn were in real trouble now."If you're wondering how I found you, don't hold your breath for an explanation. I have no intention of explaining that to you," Tony stated firmly."But if you're curious about what I'll do to you, let me tell you: I'll make you regret your actions," he continued.Casey's eyes widened. The figure of Tony before him was nothing like the one he'd trapped in the taxi earlier. This Tony exuded authority and... fear."You," Tony pointed at the still-stunned Casey, "Was it Oscar who sent you to do what you did a few hours ago? Are you working for him?"Initially just a suspicion, but the information from Mark and his cohorts corroborated Tony's hunch. Now, Tony was trying to confirm it."Um... yes," Cas
THE GREAT GENERAL Tony was Innocent
Oscar's face turned pale. The Defense Minister's gaze was terrifying. He kept thinking about what kind of punishment the minister would impose on him.Meanwhile, the news anchor continued to report the shocking latest findings. From her expression and gestures, it seemed she was still trying to process the information herself. After the video clarification and confession from Casey and Barn, now there was information linking their actions to Oscar, the mayor of Karnan City.Crash!Oscar jolted and turned toward the source of the noise. Miller was already standing. He had just thrown his wine glass to the floor, shattering it into pieces.“This is how you work, huh? No wonder that bastard Tony is still roaming free in this city. You’re incompetent, Oscar!” Miller snapped.Oscar didn’t dare to respond. He reflexively bowed his head, clutching the fabric of his pants.Oscar’s aide, sitting to his left, watched him with a worried expression. He looked uncomfortable witnessing Oscar being
THE GREAT GENERAL Oscar's Anger & Threat
In the exclusive waiting room for honored guests at KCV News Station, Oscar tapped his fingers on the table. Occasionally, he wiped his forehead with a handkerchief, clearing away the beads of sweat that kept forming.“Mr. Oscar,” his assistant called from behind him.“What is it? More bad news?” Oscar asked, turning around.The word "more" was significant. From the moment he started his journey to the KCV News Station, he had been bombarded with bad news, all revolving around rumors of his involvement in a scandalous video that had gone viral.The assistant hesitated, not wanting to deliver yet another piece of bad news. Instead, he handed his phone to Oscar, letting him see for himself.Oscar glared at his assistant and snatched the phone.Displayed on the screen was a social media thread. The content was a barrage of gossip about Oscar, discussing his misdeeds since he became mayor.Of course, the main topic was the rumor of his involvement in the scandalous video. People seemed co
THE GREAT GENERAL Oscar's Painful Defeat
"You! What the hell are you doing here?!"Oscar glared at Tony, who continued to stride closer. His chest heaved, and his fists were clenched tight.Tony's response? He smirked. His gaze was dismissive, looking down on Oscar."Tony?"Bianca's voice broke the tense silence. She looked at Tony, a huge question mark hovering above her head.Tony glanced at Bianca briefly. Her multiple plastic surgeries and heavy makeup rendered her almost unrecognizable.Bianca stared at Tony, her expression a blend of confusion, shock, and awe. This was their first encounter after many years. To her eyes, Tony looked different; more imposing, authoritative, and handsome."Bianca?" Tony finally said, his brow furrowing.Bianca nodded repeatedly, almost smiling. Tony scanned her from head to toe, concluding that she worked at the KCV news station, though he was unsure in what capacity.Tony hadn’t watched the news broadcast earlier."I asked you, what are you doing here?! Answer me, goddamn it!" Oscar bel
THE GREAT GENERAL Oscar Sobbed Like A Child
Oscar glared at his aide, his irritation palpable. He snatched the aide’s phone away roughly.His own phone was still ringing. Oscar ignored it for now, focusing on what was displayed on the screen of the aide's phone.His eyes widened. A thread on social media was spreading like wildfire, containing screenshots implicating Oscar in the viral scandalous video. It showed evidence of how he had asked Casey to trap Tony in the fake taxi.Oscar scoffed, feeling his blood boil. He wanted nothing more than to smash the phone and stomp on it.“What should we do, sir?” the aide asked. “If we don’t act quickly, this thread will spread and be seen by more netizens. Your situation will only get worse.”Oscar already knew that without his aide stating the obvious. But what should he do? Honestly, he had no idea.Ring! Ring!His phone's persistent ringing urged him to answer.Oscar glanced at his phone screen, sighed, and answered.“Hello, Hammond!” Oscar greeted.“Oscar, what’s going on? I just s
THE GREAT GENERAL Esther Awoke, But...
“Aunt Esther!”Jade sprang from her chair and rushed to the patient's bedside. Her face was a mix of shock, worry, and relief.“How are you feeling, Auntie? What do you feel now?” Jade asked as she sat beside the bed.Esther looked at her with furrowed brows, her expression hard to read.“What’s going on?” This time, it was Josephine who spoke, woken by Jade’s loud voice. She rubbed her eyes.“Aunt Esther woke up,” Tony answered Josephine’s unspoken question.Josephine looked at Tony, puzzled. She seemed to wonder how long Tony had been there.Tony gestured with his head for Josephine to look at the bed.She did, and her eyes widened.“Auntie! You’re awake?” she exclaimed, standing and walking over to the bed.Esther turned her gaze to Josephine. The lines on her forehead deepened.“Auntie? Who are you calling ‘Auntie’? Me?”Esther’s words created a moment of silence. Jade, Josephine, and Tony all stared at her, baffled.“Who are you? Where am I? Is this a hospital?”Silence again. Ja
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The Truth
Jade looked into Tony's eyes and smiled. Her chest felt warm. This warmth undoubtedly came from the united support of her husband and his family. She had never felt this happy before."Okay. We'll live here," she said, still smiling.Tony's eyes sparkled, and his smile widened. Jade felt her chest grow even warmer."In that case, let's move in tonight. We'll bring our clothes and belongings from the house. What do you think? Or are you too tired after a full day at work? I can handle it tomorrow. Just give me a list of what needs to be brought," Tony said.Jade shook her head. "Tonight is fine. I'm not too tired. Just a little hungry," she replied."Ah, then let's eat first. I'll cook something for you. Do you two want to join us for dinner, Dad, Josephine?" Tony glanced at his father-in-law and sister-in-law."What are you planning to cook, Tony?" Josephine asked. "I'm a bit hungry too."Tony opened the fridge and checked its contents. He nodded and told Josephine what he could whip
Just The Two of Us
Tony led Jade to his apartment. Jade was confused, but when they entered the apartment complex, she was floored, having never been to this notoriously luxurious and upscale apartment complex before. Tony, however, seemed perfectly at ease in the environment.They stopped in front of the entrance to one of the units. Tony took out his access card and opened the door, further bewildering Jade. In her mind, she tried to guess what he was trying to show her.“Come in, Jade,” Tony said.Jade stepped into the apartment, but questioned, “What’s this, Tony?”Tony didn’t rush his answer. He first closed the door and locked it. Then he stretched both of his arms wide and said, “Starting today, we’ll live here. I think it’s the perfect time for us to physically distance ourselves from your family. Besides, Grandma doesn’t consider you her granddaughter anymore, right?”He finished his words with a smile. Jade didn’t smile back. She was still confused, struggling to process her current situat
Thank You, Dad
At the PLS Group headquarters, just after lunch break...Jade had just returned to her office. Before she could even sit down, her phone rang. She frowned when she saw who was calling."Hello, Dad?"[Jade, why didn’t you tell me about something this important?]Jade froze for a moment, unsure what Josh was referring to."About what, Dad?"[About this insane bet between you and your mom.]Jade’s eyes widened slightly. Now she knew where this conversation was headed."Did Grandma call you, Dad?"[She came to the office to discuss it with me. You have no idea how shocked I was when I heard she’s planning to remove your name from the family registry.]Jade went silent again. She tried to imagine the conversation between her father and grandmother. A question popped into her mind: how had her father responded to Grandma’s complaint?[You’re crazy, Jade. You’re crazy for risking something this big. Do you no longer want to be part of the Robertson family, huh?]Jade sighed. Honestly, she wa
Tell Me The Truth, Tony
Two nurses assisted the doctor as he examined Michelle. His face was a mask of bewilderment. He had treated Michelle when she was rushed to the emergency room, and he was certain - based on his medical knowledge - that she should still be in a coma for months, even years. Now, she was awake and seemingly fine. Her heart rate and blood pressure were normal. The only thing amiss was the faint paleness of her complexion.To be sure of Michelle’s condition, he performed the examination three times. The two nurses who were assisting him exchanged glances, just as baffled as the doctor. In fact, everyone in the room was confused, except Tony.Tony stood with his back against the wall, to the right of the doorway. His arms were folded across his chest, and his head was slightly bowed, but his eyes were fixed on the patient's bed.“This is a miracle. The patient has truly overcome the critical phase. I’m not sure exactly what happened while she was in a coma, but she’s basically recovered.
You're Very Demanding, Aren't You?
The next morning, Tony secretly followed Jade to the PLS Group headquarters. Making sure his wife didn’t realize she was being tailed, he pulled into the parking lot reserved for the directors and executives. As soon as he parked, he called Hayley.[Good morning, Mr. Tony. Is there anything I can do for you?]"Hayley, can we talk for a bit? I’m on my way to your office now.”[Of course sir. Is there anything you want me to prepare?]“No, I just want to discuss a few things with you concerning my wife’s first few days at the company. I'll explain the details when I arrive in your office.”[Of course, sir. Understood.]Tony ended the call. He was now standing in front of the automatic doors of the lobby.When the doors opened, the receptionist realized the man about to enter was the company’s owner. She immediately stood up and bowed her head in deference.“I’m going to the CEO’s office. Don’t tell anyone, especially my wife, " Tony said.The receptionist nodded. Tony didn’t n
My Decision Won't Change
Tony and Jade, who were close to the bedroom door, stopped walking and turned their bodies 45 degrees, turning to look at Tiffany with confused faces."What do you mean, Grandma?" Tony asked, raising one eyebrow."I said you can't leave until I tell you my decision," Tiffany replied."What other decision is there? Isn't it clear?"Tony turned his body until he was fully facing Tiffany. Jade did the same as her husband."Starting tomorrow, Jade will be working at PLS Group and holding a strategic position. She proved to you that she can handle your challenge. And she has told you that she rejects your offer and request to help manage your family business. Up to this point, everything should be clear, right?"Tony said it in a slightly raised and arrogant tone. His facial expression and gaze showed that he was quite annoyed.Tiffany glanced at Tony for a moment, then turned her eyes back to Jade and asked, "Are you sure about this decision, Jade? Are you sure you want to rebel like this
I Win The Bet
Tiffany was in her room, sitting in her wheelchair facing the window.The window curtains were pulled back halfway, making sunlight from outside enter her room, some of it hitting her face.It was clear that Tiffany was seriously thinking about something.Knock! Knock!"They are here, Madam," said Catherine, her loyal maid, from outside the room."Bring them in," said Tiffany.The bedroom door was opened and pushed inward, and Catherine entered followed by Jade and then Tony. Slowly, Tiffany turned her head and turned her wheelchair. Catherine quickly approached Tiffany and helped her so that she and her wheelchair were now fully facing Jade.Jade was currently wearing an office suit that made her look stunning in Tiffany's eyes. A knee-length cream-colored skirt, a tight white inner combined with a blazer that was also cream-colored. Jade's glasses, as well as her hair, which was mostly tied in a ponytail at the back, made her look intelligent."Grandma," Jade greeted, nodding.Tiffa
Jade's Mixed Feeling
Jade stepped out of Hayley's office with mixed feelings. On the one hand, she felt a satisfying joy at finding herself now working at a giant company like PLS Group, holding a strategic position. On the other hand, she was worried, this sudden good thing felt like the beginning of bad things that would come to her later.After all, wasn't this illogical? Was she really recruited by Hayley to be the head of a new division at PLS Group that handles web novels? Wasn't she just having a beautiful dream right now?Those feelings and thoughts were still circling her as she descended in the elevator. After the elevator arrived on the ground floor and the door opened, she paused for two seconds before finally stepping out. It felt like part of her consciousness was wandering off somewhere.In the lobby, near the reception desk, Jade saw Tony. Her husband seemed to be waiting for her. Immediately, she quickened her pace, approaching Tony."How was it? Everything good?" Tony asked casually, rai
Something Good
The next day, at Vermaen Hospital..."Are you ready?" Tony asked, having just entered Josephine's hospital room."Just a minute. I'll have a drink first," Jade replied, taking her tumbler from the bedside table and gulping it down."Where are you two going anyway?" Josephine asked; in the patient's bed, she was sitting with her back leaning against the headboard, playing a game on her phone."Watch out, don't drag my daughter into trouble again!" Sasha said sharply.Tony smirked slightly, saying, "You guys can relax. Today, I'm going to take Jade to a good place. Later this afternoon when she sees you again here, you'll hear good news from her directly."Jade had finished drinking and was now closing her tumbler. She glanced at Tony with the corner of her eye. Her face was full of questions."Well, whatever it is, be careful. You know what I mean, Tony?" Josephine said.Tony didn't answer, just raised one eyebrow."Alright, let's go. It's getting late. Don't let us be late," Jade said
