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THE RISE OF JORDAN RIVERS SAVING THE STRANGER
The racket of the footsteps kept getting closer. The man kept pleading with Jordan in a wispy vocalism. Jordan kept banging his head about what he was expected to do in the situation. But before he could even make up his mind, the fulgent lights of the torches came from the direction of the footsteps. In a flicker, three armed men halted a few meters in front of Jordan, blocking their way. For a moment, Jordan considered turning around and running away from the dreadful danger ahead. Run for his dear life. He wanted to stay away from such trouble at all costs, but with the dying man in his arms, he ruled out that idea. They would catch up with them before he could even take a step. There was no way he could escape now. At that moment, Jordan wondered whether saving lives was his calling in life. He wanted to smirk at that wild idea, but a voice came from the dreary men before them. “What do we have here! Seems like luck is fore-playing with us tonight. We have got a bonus on top of w
THE RISE OF JORDAN RIVERS THE NEEDY
The golden glow of the sun kissed the earth, and under a small shade, two pairs of eyes snapped at the blinding sun rays. Jordan peeled his eyes, and they forthwith fell on the static figure beside him. The briefcase was still clinched in Jordan’s hands. The small tree of a deserted small road had served as their shelter the night prior. It was the second day Jordan had spent the night in the cold. He did not know where to take the almost lifeless person after the fight last night, so he carried him until his strength could no longer carry them.They were still in the middle of nowhere when his legs refused to take another step, but at least they were out of the wounds. He laid the man down gently, and he had collapsed beside him with the hope that they would safely see the dawn. Gladly, the angels kept them under protection, and now the morning had come.He gazed at the man who was still in pain and helplessly lay on the floor. His eyes were tightly closed but one could tell that he
THE RISE OF JORDAN RIVERS TERMS AND CONDITIONS
“What is your condition?” Jordan enquired.The lady cloaked her confusing merriment, assuming her algid expression once again as she spoke.“If you have the medicinal knowledge as you claim, you will not only treat your father but also attend to everyone in need of help here. And you will leave only when I say so!” She stated.Jordan wondered what kind of help the neighbors of the lady needed, but after ricocheting his eyes around the small sewerage streams passing through almost everywhere, he got wind of the kind of help they needed. They lived in the worst conditions. The place reeked of sewage all over. He didn’t understand what the lady meant by he would only leave when she said so. He also didn’t understand why fate always sent him to places where his help was fatally needed. But all the same, as fate had it, he had a life to save.“Deal! Can we come in now?” Jordan asked.“Mmh! Such an arrogant jerk!” The lady sneered as she opened the door for them, ushering them into her cubi
THE RISE OF JORDAN RIVERS THE ARROGANCE
“And what are you looking at?” The arrogant man asked as he glared at Jordan. Jordan sneered, but he refrained from speaking owing to the fact he was a guest. The lady was benignant enough to lend them shelter after minutes of begging her. He didn’t want to ruin their luck. Besides, he didn’t precisely know who the man was. If he was the lady’s husband, then he had the right to be dismayed to find strangers in his house especially when one was wounded. But still, Jordan didn’t like the man’s hauteur. Jordan wanted to walk over to the wounded man who seemed in so much shock than pain, but the arrogant man pushed him back. He slammed the life-sucking cigar on the floor furiously as he dared Jordan. “You got such balls to walk out on me in my own house while I am still talking to you?” The man kept ambling until there was no distance between him and Jordan as he sneered again. “I will break all your bones in a minute if you dare disrespect me in my own house again!” The man warned, mana
THE RISE OF JORDAN RIVERS CHOOSING SIDES
Jordan and the other man remained inarticulate. Inwardly, they were hoping and wishing that Liya would not listen to her supposed man and kick them out. Where would they go then?Liya on the other hand was engrossed in thoughts trying to figure out how to handle the situation. On one hand, was her impossible boyfriend whom she knew no one else could ever bear with. The man’s haughtiness and withering nature topped his endless list of odds. She was also cognizant of his bullheadedness and vengeful nature. She knew that there was no way he could change his decision about the matter at hand. He wanted the guests gone and he would wreck havoc until that he managed to see them gone.On the other hand, the two strangers were in dire need of her help. The little she could afford seemed to have meant a lot to them. Additionally, she also knew that everyone around would benefit from Jordan’s knowledge of medicine. She did not want to give in to her abusive boyfriend’s selfish desires. But, she
THE RISE OF JORDAN RIVERS WHO LEAVES
“So, can I escort these fools out, babe?” Martin asked.For the very first since they became a pathetic couple, he called her a romantic name. If it was before, Liya would have felt like she was on cloud nine. But she knew better now. He was not being sincere. She figured Martin was feeling threatened by Jordan that was why he was trying to act nice just to lure her and piss Jordan off.“They are staying!” Liya said, and Martin’s ire almost tore his skin. He turned crimson with rubor as he chewed his teeth to curb the anger.For the first, Martin saw a side of Liya that he had never seen before - the dauntless side that had given her the hard balls to defy him. He cursed Jordan a million times, and now he couldn’t wait to slit his throat.“They disrespected me in our house…”“My house, Martin!” Liya corrected, and Martin’s shock widened. She was now even talking back at him and humiliating him in front of the cursed guests. “There is absolutely nothing for you here and you know it,” L
THE RISE OF JORDAN RIVERS IDENTITY OF THE MAN
A moment of pure lull passed with Jordan and the stranger man both fathoming where to begin explaining their lies. Liya on the other hand was darting her anticipative eyes and face between the strangers awaiting their explanations. She wondered whether she had made a wrong decision inviting them in. The fact that they had lied to her riled her so much.As she gawked at them, her mind was doing a mental scan on them - could they be con men? Kidnappers? Her inner self told her that they didn’t seem to be any of the aforementioned kind, but her insecurities and curiosity could not let her nerves settle.“I asked a question here. Can someone explain how it turns out that you both are strangers to each other? You introduced yourself as his son, and I heard him call you son a while ago when he was asking me not to kick you out. What is happening here?” Liya asked in curiosity as she gawked at the two strangers in front of her.Jordan and the other man stared at each other. They both felt b
THE RISE OF JORDAN RIVERS THE BECKONING WAR
“What can never happen?” Jordan asked.Liya had been battling with conflicting emotions and disbelief for a long moment, leaving the two men puzzled.“Miss, can you tell us what is worrying you like this? If it is about us, we assure you that we are not bad people. We will cause you no single harm.” Jonathan explained.They would not cause her any harm directly, but the people they had messed up with would surely kill them all if they found out what they had done. She understood their oblivion though. They didn’t know what kind of hell they had evoked. Fear stung her tenfold. Martin would spare no soul if he found out. Their lives were in greater danger. Even hers, for hosting them.She gathered her trembling self from the couch and stood up, trying to amass as much amount of air in her system to calm her nerves. A fruitless attempt it was. She knew there was nothing that could calm her down in the situation.“And you?” She stared at Jordan, speaking with a voice that was too weak. Sh
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THE GREAT ENDING OF A NOBODY
Three months later!Anticipation and enthusiasm surrounded the grand opening ceremony as it took place. In addition to officially opening The Rivers Group of Martial Arts' newest location, the ribbon-cutting ceremony signified the end of a journey that had passed through darkness and emerged into the light of mutual empowerment and progress.Jordan stood proudly in front of the assembly and spoke to them. "Our slogan stands true today as it did when we started: The Rivers Group of Martial Arts is not just a school to teach martial arts, but a community for empowerment and growth, both as a community and individually." His statements reverberated with authenticity, capturing the spirit of their group's objective."And so, ladies and gentlemen, here I present to you the last, as of now, branch of The Rivers Group of Martial Arts." Jordan handed the scissors to Ana, symbolizing the transition from the shadows of the past to the bright possibilities of the future. As Ana cut the ribbon, t
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THE ASTONISHING BRAVERY
The following day, Ana woke up in his old home, the De’luka mansion. Ricotchetting her eyes. Memories lingered—a combo of both good and bad memories. She had slept off there with her entire crew to prepare for the burial.“Are you ready? You can stay back if you want. I will bring the body here.” Jordan said, giving her a morning hug after strolling into her room.Ana sampled everything that Jordan’s body was bleeding on her—the solace, the heat, the comfort. Everything. She appreciated his comfort and his gesture. She then pulled away, and Jordan kept her hands in his. “I appreciate this, Jordan, but I have to do this.”“Are you really sure?” Jordan emphasized."Come on, Jordan! Do I look like I am showing signs of a mental breakdown or something? I am perfect. Besides, you and I know the story behind this man. I'm all good.” She said.Jordan nodded his head. “Alright. I never said that you were about to break down, by the way. I know you are strong. Even more than I am.”‘Yeah, yeah
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BAD NEWS
“I guess so. We can all say that.” The officer affirmed.A few chatters filled the room for a long time. Who would have thought that a once vigilante group could be saluted by the government, huh?Jordan cleared his voice, speaking to the officer, although everyone was keen. “Whether the government recognizes me or not, I don’t care. But I know how much you loved your job. I also know that you like it, and it is my hope that you have no regrets whatsoever for those few days that you and your boys have been members of this family. I want you to know that I cannot hold you back. If they want to give you back your position, please don’t feel obliged to remain with us. You deserve that position.”Officer Adamson looked at Jordan with so much appreciation and gratitude. “Regrets? What is there to regret about being part of this great community, Jordan? I felt honored that I was lucky to have a chance to meet you all and to partake in your just missions. But, like you said, I feel the need
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THE PROGRESS OF THE GROUP
The group, which had now become a family, pushed itself into the audacious project of opening martial arts schools in the following weeks, their unwavering dedication transforming dreams into concrete accomplishments. With incredible vigor, resolve, and a sense of purpose that permeated each movement they took, Jordan's vision came to life in that brightly illuminated room.Securing a central location for their flagship martial arts school was the crew's initial action. They converted a large warehouse, which had previously served as a symbol of corruption, into a center for empowerment, training, and discipline after extensive reconnaissance and planning sessions. When they held their first courses, the sound of kicks and swishing-trained moves filled the air inside those walls.With her excellent organizational abilities, Sarah oversaw the administrative side, making sure that all licenses, registrations, and marketing campaigns were completed. She proved to be the mainstay of the o
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THE FATE OF THE GROUP
As the soft hues of morning began to seep through the windows, the room, once ablaze with celebration, now held a serene stillness. Jordan and his crew, draped in the comforting shadows of a night well spent, found themselves resting on makeshift seats, their weariness a testament to the battles fought and won.The sunlight painted a gentle tableau, revealing the subtle lines of fatigue etched on each face. Yet, amidst the quietude, a sense of unity prevailed. Jordan, observing the camaraderie that had evolved in the past hours, felt a renewed purpose bubbling within him. This wasn't just a crew; they were a band of individuals who had weathered storms together and emerged stronger.Looking at Major, he knew that he had a question to tackle. They looked somehow confused about what to do next, and he knew he owed them an explanation, at least for the sake of their sanity. He remembered how he and Major’s group became participants. Initially, they were just his hired bodyguards, but ove
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CELEBRATING VICTORY
‘‘Huuu!” Noises crackled in the house of Jordan as the members heaved out their tiredness, sampled in the aura of victory, and rested their weapons on the tables as they took their seats. It was almost 4 in the morning, but the night echoed with sounds for the next few hours. Their faces were smeared with soot and sweat from the tough battle they had fought and, by God’s grace, won.“This calls for a big celebration!” Jordan spoke, pulling Ana beside him as he rested on his signature seat of authority. “Mariela? Could you make us something delicious for us?”Mariela nodded in agreement. “After emerging triumphant, you all deserve a special treat. I had made arrangements before we left. I will be back in a sec.”They all made sweet sounds of appreciation that sent Mariela off to the kitchen with a smile on her face.Soon enough, she was making hasty back-and-forth tours to and from the kitchen with trays of mouthwatering shawarmas. Then the drinks followed, and everyone wanted nothing
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THE SENSE OF VICTORY
As Jordan and his group crouched in the shadows, staring at the far-off warehouse where the covert conflict had taken place, the night sky hung thick with an oppressive still. An overwhelming feeling of unease permeated the air as they anticipated reaching the pinnacle of their unwavering quest for justice.Abruptly, a menacing gleam illuminated the horizon, illuminating Jordan's team members' features with elongated shadows. From the warehouse, flames shot up, licking the darkness with an abysmal embrace. The blast echoed through the still air like a mighty cry of vengeance.Jordan clinched his hands and tensed his jaw, watching the conflagration with a bleak determination mixed with joy. The warehouse collapsed under the weight of its own secrets; it had previously been a center of corruption and dishonesty. His transgressors were being burned into charred souls. He could imagine them weeping in pain as the wildfire mercilessly devoured them.Jordan whispered, "That's it," his voice
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NO DEAL
“Names? What names, Jordan?” Mr. Elias asked in confusion.Jordan, with a steely gaze, had no time to waste. He needed to get to the heart of the issue as fast as he could. His voice was firm as he spoke. "The names of your supporters. The high-ranking officials who are protecting."The alliance members exchanged uneasy glances, a palpable scent of impending doom slapping at their nostrils. How could they comply with Jordan's request? Revealing the identities of those wielding formidable power felt like signing their own death warrants. And death was what they were trying to escape by all means. How could they negotiate for survival and sell themselves to the devil in the same way?“Jordan, please understand that we cannot do that. It is too dangerous for us. Besides, why do you want the names?” Mr. Elias replied, attempting to mask the tension in his voice.Jordan's eyes narrowed, his frustration bubbling beneath the surface. "I need those names to expose the corruption that is eatin
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NEGOTIATIONS
Jordan looked at Elias and his meanness. He could read through their minds. He knew exactly what they wanted. And he loved their stupidity.Elias gazed at Jordan and spoke with a stern voice without a single tinge of wavering in it. “You are wiser than this, Jordan. I know you know what I mean.”Jordan shook his head and read a memo that said, ‘I know, but I want to hear that crap from your stinking mouth itself’! “No! Please enlighten me, Elias! I might be getting carried away.” Jodan spoke.Elias even managed to smirk, even though he could not tell whether Jordan was toying with his mind or not. He spoke. "Jordan, all I am suggesting is that we can settle this amicably. You don’t have to betray your noble parents by becoming a bloody murderer. Well, if it is revenge that you want, your parents are gone, and you can’t bring them back. Don’t even kill us. I have got something that will surely interest you."Jordan, unmoved, eyed Elias with a steely gaze, his expression portraying no
