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THE GREAT GENERAL Jimmy's Respect For Tony
Baron stared at Jimmy, his mouth agape. He then turned his gaze to Tony. The words Jimmy had just said about Tony echoed in his ears.'This guy... his status is higher than Oscar’s? That's impossible!' he thought.Tony, now closer to Baron and Jimmy, smirked and raised his eyebrows.“Take him to the car!” Jimmy ordered his men. Two officers grabbed Baron by the arms and started dragging him to the door.“Wait!” Tony suddenly called out. “I’m not done with him yet.”The two officers halted. They looked at Tony, as did Jimmy.Tony kept moving forward, closing the distance between him and Baron.Jimmy gestured for the officers to give Tony some space.Tony stopped just to Baron’s right, leaning in to whisper in his ear.“You owe me an explanation. We’ll meet again tonight,” he whispered, then pulled back.Baron turned, the hatred in his eyes growing more intense.Tony gave a slight nod, signaling he was finished. The two officers resumed dragging Baron out.Before they crossed the thresh
THE GREAT GENERAL Baron and The Bald Man
In the Erdiaan District, a slum area in the western part of Karnaan City.Inside a room, a phone resting on a bed started ringing.A bald, shirtless man doing pull-ups was forced to stop his activity.Exhaling, he glanced at his phone and picked it up.On the screen, a familiar alias was displayed: B07.The bald man stared at the phone screen for a while, wondering what he would hear once he answered this call.B07 was the codename for the most respected spy in the country, Baron.“Hello. It’s been a long time since we last talked. What’s up?” the bald man asked after pressing the "accept" button.There was the sound of someone taking a deep breath. Whoever was calling him seemed to be in a tough situation.“Hello, Max. I never thought this day would come. I need your help to eliminate someone,” Baron said, getting straight to the point.Max frowned. He and Baron used to be work partners. They completed dozens of missions together, and Max was always Baron’s go-to man for taking out t
THE GREAT GENERAL It's Getting Worse
Before the bald man unleashed a volley of bullets toward the sidewalk where Tony had stood moments ago, Tony had already sprinted and vaulted over a nearby fence.He crouched behind a thick wall beside the fence, narrowly avoiding the bullets whizzing past him.But it wasn't over yet. Another burst of gunfire echoed through the air, followed by the screech of tires.Tony couldn’t risk peeking out to see what was happening on the street, but he could imagine the black van stopping, with Baron and the bald man getting out and heading his way.'I can’t stay here. I need to find a better cover,' Tony thought to himself.He heard more gunshots, this time accompanied by the sound of approaching footsteps.Naturally, the gunfire caused chaos among the bystanders. Most of them fled the scene, leaving Tony alone to face Baron and the bald man.Yes, the bald man who had repeatedly shot at Tony was Max. He was wearing a tight black tank top, his muscular chest and arms clearly visible.“Come out
THE GREAT GENERAL The Death of Baron
Tony leaped to the side and rolled, narrowly dodging the majority of the bullets aimed at him. However, two bullets found their mark—one lodging in his right thigh, the other embedding itself in his abdomen.He cursed under his breath, frustrated that he hadn't moved faster."Looks like Baron was right. You are a tough opponent."The deep voice was unmistakable. Still crouched, Tony looked up to see Max advancing, his eyes locked on him. Max seemed to be out of ammo, now reloading his combat rifle with spare bullets.Tony knew he had to act quickly. He forced himself to stand despite the sharp pain from the bullet wound in his stomach, hissing through clenched teeth."Finish him off, Max!" Baron demanded, standing nearby and dabbing blood from his mouth with a handkerchief."If I had known our target was this tough, I would've charged more," Max replied coolly."Oh, just kill him already! No mercy!" Baron urged impatiently.Max aimed his rifle at Tony, his finger poised to pull the
THE GREAT GENERAL Special Interrogation
At the military headquarters of Karnaan City, in the medical room..."Is it done?""Yes, General. All your wounds have been treated. But it would be best if you rested for a while.""I don't have time for that. I need to extract information from the bald guy."Tony, who had been lying down, sat up. He swung his legs over the side of the bed, his feet touching the floor. Now, he sat on the edge of the bed."Where is he now?" Tony asked the nurse who had just treated his wounds."In the interrogation room, General. General Mark is interrogating him," the nurse replied.Tony moved his hands and feet, checking if he still felt any pain from his injuries. There was none."Okay. I'll go there now," Tony said, standing up and walking toward the door.As he exited the medical room, he found two soldiers standing there. They were a bit surprised to see Tony coming out instead of the nurse."I'm going to the interrogation room," Tony said coldly.He walked down the corridor. The two soldiers e
THE GREAT GENERAL Suicide Attempt
Tony had just stepped out of the military headquarters in Karnaan City and now stood on the sidewalk, waiting for a taxi. He had finished interrogating Max. The information he obtained was useful, though not very detailed.He had also spoken privately with Mark, discussing what they would do to teach Oscar a lesson. They had to be cautious, because Oscar, by the city's constitution, was the leader of the people there.From his conversation with Mark, Tony had also learned more about Baron. Even though Baron was dead, his body and belongings could still be probed for valuable information.One of the things Mark and his team found was that Baron carried something that seemed to be a special communication device. It wasn’t a phone or pager, but something smaller, unfamiliar, simple yet special. It was special because it didn’t transmit messages through regular communication channels, making it difficult for the military to trace.Tony had asked Mark to deploy his best men to track w
THE GREAT GENERAL Sadness and Guilt
“I want to talk to you alone,” Claire said, her gaze piercing into Tony.Tony narrowed his eyes slightly, trying to discern the strong emotions Claire was feeling.“You’re mistaken. Tony didn’t harm Aunt Esther like you think,” Jade interjected.Tony glanced at Jade in confusion. What did she mean? Was Claire the one who accused him of being involved in Esther’s suicide attempt?Claire shot a brief glance at Jade, her expression showing that Jade’s words meant nothing to her.Looking back at Tony, Claire said, “Follow me. Let’s talk outside.”Without waiting for a response, Claire walked past the bench where Tony and Jade were sitting.Tony and Jade exchanged puzzled looks.“I should go,” Tony said, standing up to follow Claire, but Jade grabbed his hand.“Whatever she says, believe me, you’re not at fault. I’m on your side,” Jade said.Tony looked at Jade with even more bewilderment. His wife seemed deeply concerned as if Claire was about to reveal something that could deeply hurt hi
THE GREAT GENERAL David's Annoying Ramblings
Tony was utterly shocked. Claire had kissed him so fiercely. She devoured his lips and even engaged Tony in a deep kiss.Tony gripped Claire's shoulders and pushed her away. Their lips parted. They stared at each other, breathing heavily.“What the heck—”Slurp!Before Tony could finish his words, Claire kissed him again. She grabbed the back of his head and pulled him closer, pressing her wet lips against his.Just like before, Claire devoured Tony's lips fiercely and played with his tongue. And this time, she didn’t give Tony a moment to breathe, let alone resist.Claire was a master kisser. Tony only managed to break free from Claire’s passionate kiss after gathering enough strength to push her away.The force of his push made Claire’s head hit the window with a worrying dry thud.“Oh, my head…” Claire muttered. Her eyes were closed. She looked in pain.Tony stared at her, his chest heaving. Did he feel sorry for Claire? Probably not.With an angry face, Tony stepped out of the ca
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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
