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THE UNDERESTIMATED HEIR LOVE LOSS AND A SECOND CHANCE
Marvin stood there, frozen.The words of the Prime Minister echoed in his ears like a storm.His heart was heavy, his chest tight.Then, slowly, he opened his mouth.“I… I’m sorry,” Marvin said, his voice shaking. “I’m sorry for my opinion of you as a villain. I’m sorry for believing that you capitalized on your daughter’s death… for material gain.”Silence.A long, deep silence.Then—Everything around him began to fade.The broken room… the poison… Patricia’s lifeless eyes…All of it dissolved, like mist caught in a slow breeze.Marvin blinked.He was back.Back in reality.His breath rushed out—long, deep, shaky.He didn’t even realize he had been holding it in.A loud sigh escaped from his lips as he hunched forward slightly, his shoulders rising and falling.The cold was gone.The lights were steady.And in front of him, the Prime Minister stood—removing his hand gently from Marvin’s forehead.The man looked calm. Steady. Worn… but not broken.Marvin turned his head and saw his u
THE UNDERESTIMATED HEIR THE BETTER PART OF ME
Marvin stood still, eyes were wide with shock.“Helena,” he said slowly, with a voice that was filled with disbelief. “What are you doing here? In a car? Outside?”Helena’s smile deepened. “Well… I live here, remember?”“No… that’s not what I meant,” Marvin said, stepping closer. “I mean… you are going somewhere. You never mentioned that earlier.”Helena tilted her head slightly, her eyes sparkling with amusement.“Hop in,” she said. “Let’s go to your company, since that’s where you’re heading.”Marvin’s eyebrows raised in surprise. “How do you know I’m going to the company?” he asked. “I thought you said you’re no longer connected to your Synapticore Force.”Helena chuckled softly and pointed at his hand.“You’re holding a metallic suitcase,” she said. “And I know that case very well. It holds nothing but tech tools—and there’s only one place you work with those effectively... Helios Enterprise.”Marvin stared at her, stunned.“You really are a smart girl, huh,” he said, shaking his
THE UNDERESTIMATED HEIR FIRST FLAMES
Helena’s lips brushed softly against Marvin’s. For a moment, he didn’t move. But then he kissed her back, slowly at first, as if making sure this was real.Her hand slid behind his neck, pulling him closer. He responded, wrapping his arms around her waist, feeling the soft warmth of her body pressing against him. It had been a long while since he had touched someone like this—someone he once thought he would never hold in such a manner.Marvin pulled away slightly, looking into her eyes. "Are you sure about this?"Helena smiled. "I wouldn't be here if I wasn't."He chuckled softly. "Well, I don’t want you blaming me later.""Then give me a reason not to," she whispered, with a voice that was full of playfulness.They kissed again, deeper this time. Passion rose like a flame between them. Marvin lifted her gently, and she wrapped her legs around him as he carried her to the couch in his office.“Wow,” he said, breathless. “You are a bit heavier than you look.”Helena giggled. “And you
THE UNDERESTIMATED HEIR OF EMPIRES AND EMOTIONS
One Month LaterThe sun shone brightly over Neovalle as the morning news played on the television in Marvin’s luxurious VVIP lounge at the Aurora Grand Hotel. The screen lit up with bold headlines:“HELIOS ENTERPRISE HITS $1 BILLION VALUE!”A young female reporter stood smiling in front of the Helios Enterprise skyscraper, her voice was full of excitement.“In just one month, Helios Enterprise, led by the brilliant tech scientist, CEO and founder Marvin Richmond, has grown from a hundred million dollar company into a billion-dollar empire. The solar energy-based company, known for its clean energy technology, is now near completion of its flagship ultra solar power grid that promises to supply electricity to half of Neovalle and beyond.”“Analysts report that profit margins have soared to record-breaking levels. Since the lifting of the commercial embargo last month, the company has seen a rapid increase in demand for its solar panels and smart energy systems. In just four weeks, cli
THE UNDERESTIMATED HEIR SOLAR VEINS SILENT WARS
Later That Morning, Marvin walked out of the Aurora Grand Hotel in a crisp black suit. His face was calm, but his eyes were focused. A black electric SUV waited outside with tinted windows and a private driver already standing by.As the car sped through Neovalle’s busy streets, Marvin stared silently at the city. Skyscrapers glistened, people rushed to work, and large solar panels decorated many rooftops — most of them built by his company.Soon, the vehicle arrived at the heart of the city: the Helios Enterprise Main Tower.The security guards at the gate stood tall and saluted him as he passed.Inside, the lobby was filled with activity — workers typing on smart tablets, digital assistants guiding visitors, and a large hologram in the center showing the latest updates of Project SolNova.The Project SolNova was a name that now echoed across every floor of Helios Enterprise like a prophecy in the making.Phase Two had just begun.The goal? To complete what Marvin once described as
THE UNDERESTIMATED HEIR OLD WOUNDS NEW GAMES
It was him.Mr. Richmond. His father.A silence filled the room, thick like fog.“What are you doing here?” Marvin asked in a cold tone.His voice was low, calm, but sharp.The older man gave no answer—only a quiet smile, as if he had been waiting for this moment all along."Hello Marvin."Mr. Richmond rose slowly from his seat, still holding the twitching rabbit in his lap. He took a step forward and gave Marvin a warm look.“You’ve grown into a fine man,” he said with a calm voice. “How are you doing, son? By the way I must say… I’m truly impressed by what you’ve built here. The designs, the systems, the team—everything is remarkable. You’ve really done well with your company.”Marvin didn’t say a word. He walked past his father without looking at him.“Follow me,” he said in a low, controlled tone.Mr. Richmond followed behind, still cradling the rabbit in one arm as they moved through the glass doors into Marvin’s private office.The newly refurbished room was large, modern, and f
THE UNDERESTIMATED HEIR FATHER OR OPPORTUNIST?
Mr. Richmond stayed quiet for a moment, then took a deep breath.“I came to—”“Eight seconds,” Marvin said flatly, not letting him finish.Mr. Richmond raised a hand, his voice was now more pleading.“Alright, alright,” he finally said. “I’ll talk.”He paused, adjusting the rabbit in his arms.“A new resource has been discovered in Westwood. Something big. Something powerful. But the Richmond family… we were restricted from tapping into it.”Marvin’s eyes didn’t blink.“You mean the subject topic for recent WG-8 Summit,” he said calmly. “I know about that.”Mr Richmond leaned on his seat, his tone was cutting like a knife.“The Richmond family was restricted… because of your greed.”Mr. Richmond gave a slow nod, breathing in deeply.“I agree to that fact,” he said. “But—”“So you want me,” Marvin cut in again, “to help you get back the license… to be part of the beneficiaries of the Astralyte?”There was a pause. Mr. Richmond nodded slightly, like a man admitting his crime.“Yes,” he
THE UNDERESTIMATED HEIR WHEN POWER CALLS HOME
Mr. Richmond was caught off guard.He blinked, his mouth was slightly open, as if the question had struck a nerve he didn’t expect to be touched.He looked away for a moment, then back at Marvin.“I…” he began, then sighed. “I won’t lie to you.”He rubbed his fingers together nervously, the rabbit was still resting on Marvin’s desk like a silent witness to their tension.“Yes. I want something too.”His voice lowered, honest now.“I don’t want to miss out on the Astralyte benefits. As you know I’ve been cut off from the power families, my company have been hit with numerous sanctions and not just that, my name has been dragged through the mud... but if Astralyte becomes the new standard—if it fuels everything—then the fifteen percent you are due annually from our partnership would improve.”He paused, calculating his next words carefully.“The other family heads are not as efficient in research and discovery like us the Richmond. We Richmonds would have an edge when we too get to bene
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WHEN POWER CALLS HOME
Mr. Richmond was caught off guard.He blinked, his mouth was slightly open, as if the question had struck a nerve he didn’t expect to be touched.He looked away for a moment, then back at Marvin.“I…” he began, then sighed. “I won’t lie to you.”He rubbed his fingers together nervously, the rabbit was still resting on Marvin’s desk like a silent witness to their tension.“Yes. I want something too.”His voice lowered, honest now.“I don’t want to miss out on the Astralyte benefits. As you know I’ve been cut off from the power families, my company have been hit with numerous sanctions and not just that, my name has been dragged through the mud... but if Astralyte becomes the new standard—if it fuels everything—then the fifteen percent you are due annually from our partnership would improve.”He paused, calculating his next words carefully.“The other family heads are not as efficient in research and discovery like us the Richmond. We Richmonds would have an edge when we too get to bene
FATHER OR OPPORTUNIST?
Mr. Richmond stayed quiet for a moment, then took a deep breath.“I came to—”“Eight seconds,” Marvin said flatly, not letting him finish.Mr. Richmond raised a hand, his voice was now more pleading.“Alright, alright,” he finally said. “I’ll talk.”He paused, adjusting the rabbit in his arms.“A new resource has been discovered in Westwood. Something big. Something powerful. But the Richmond family… we were restricted from tapping into it.”Marvin’s eyes didn’t blink.“You mean the subject topic for recent WG-8 Summit,” he said calmly. “I know about that.”Mr Richmond leaned on his seat, his tone was cutting like a knife.“The Richmond family was restricted… because of your greed.”Mr. Richmond gave a slow nod, breathing in deeply.“I agree to that fact,” he said. “But—”“So you want me,” Marvin cut in again, “to help you get back the license… to be part of the beneficiaries of the Astralyte?”There was a pause. Mr. Richmond nodded slightly, like a man admitting his crime.“Yes,” he
OLD WOUNDS NEW GAMES
It was him.Mr. Richmond. His father.A silence filled the room, thick like fog.“What are you doing here?” Marvin asked in a cold tone.His voice was low, calm, but sharp.The older man gave no answer—only a quiet smile, as if he had been waiting for this moment all along."Hello Marvin."Mr. Richmond rose slowly from his seat, still holding the twitching rabbit in his lap. He took a step forward and gave Marvin a warm look.“You’ve grown into a fine man,” he said with a calm voice. “How are you doing, son? By the way I must say… I’m truly impressed by what you’ve built here. The designs, the systems, the team—everything is remarkable. You’ve really done well with your company.”Marvin didn’t say a word. He walked past his father without looking at him.“Follow me,” he said in a low, controlled tone.Mr. Richmond followed behind, still cradling the rabbit in one arm as they moved through the glass doors into Marvin’s private office.The newly refurbished room was large, modern, and f
SOLAR VEINS SILENT WARS
Later That Morning, Marvin walked out of the Aurora Grand Hotel in a crisp black suit. His face was calm, but his eyes were focused. A black electric SUV waited outside with tinted windows and a private driver already standing by.As the car sped through Neovalle’s busy streets, Marvin stared silently at the city. Skyscrapers glistened, people rushed to work, and large solar panels decorated many rooftops — most of them built by his company.Soon, the vehicle arrived at the heart of the city: the Helios Enterprise Main Tower.The security guards at the gate stood tall and saluted him as he passed.Inside, the lobby was filled with activity — workers typing on smart tablets, digital assistants guiding visitors, and a large hologram in the center showing the latest updates of Project SolNova.The Project SolNova was a name that now echoed across every floor of Helios Enterprise like a prophecy in the making.Phase Two had just begun.The goal? To complete what Marvin once described as
OF EMPIRES AND EMOTIONS
One Month LaterThe sun shone brightly over Neovalle as the morning news played on the television in Marvin’s luxurious VVIP lounge at the Aurora Grand Hotel. The screen lit up with bold headlines:“HELIOS ENTERPRISE HITS $1 BILLION VALUE!”A young female reporter stood smiling in front of the Helios Enterprise skyscraper, her voice was full of excitement.“In just one month, Helios Enterprise, led by the brilliant tech scientist, CEO and founder Marvin Richmond, has grown from a hundred million dollar company into a billion-dollar empire. The solar energy-based company, known for its clean energy technology, is now near completion of its flagship ultra solar power grid that promises to supply electricity to half of Neovalle and beyond.”“Analysts report that profit margins have soared to record-breaking levels. Since the lifting of the commercial embargo last month, the company has seen a rapid increase in demand for its solar panels and smart energy systems. In just four weeks, cli
FIRST FLAMES
Helena’s lips brushed softly against Marvin’s. For a moment, he didn’t move. But then he kissed her back, slowly at first, as if making sure this was real.Her hand slid behind his neck, pulling him closer. He responded, wrapping his arms around her waist, feeling the soft warmth of her body pressing against him. It had been a long while since he had touched someone like this—someone he once thought he would never hold in such a manner.Marvin pulled away slightly, looking into her eyes. "Are you sure about this?"Helena smiled. "I wouldn't be here if I wasn't."He chuckled softly. "Well, I don’t want you blaming me later.""Then give me a reason not to," she whispered, with a voice that was full of playfulness.They kissed again, deeper this time. Passion rose like a flame between them. Marvin lifted her gently, and she wrapped her legs around him as he carried her to the couch in his office.“Wow,” he said, breathless. “You are a bit heavier than you look.”Helena giggled. “And you
THE BETTER PART OF ME
Marvin stood still, eyes were wide with shock.“Helena,” he said slowly, with a voice that was filled with disbelief. “What are you doing here? In a car? Outside?”Helena’s smile deepened. “Well… I live here, remember?”“No… that’s not what I meant,” Marvin said, stepping closer. “I mean… you are going somewhere. You never mentioned that earlier.”Helena tilted her head slightly, her eyes sparkling with amusement.“Hop in,” she said. “Let’s go to your company, since that’s where you’re heading.”Marvin’s eyebrows raised in surprise. “How do you know I’m going to the company?” he asked. “I thought you said you’re no longer connected to your Synapticore Force.”Helena chuckled softly and pointed at his hand.“You’re holding a metallic suitcase,” she said. “And I know that case very well. It holds nothing but tech tools—and there’s only one place you work with those effectively... Helios Enterprise.”Marvin stared at her, stunned.“You really are a smart girl, huh,” he said, shaking his
LOVE LOSS AND A SECOND CHANCE
Marvin stood there, frozen.The words of the Prime Minister echoed in his ears like a storm.His heart was heavy, his chest tight.Then, slowly, he opened his mouth.“I… I’m sorry,” Marvin said, his voice shaking. “I’m sorry for my opinion of you as a villain. I’m sorry for believing that you capitalized on your daughter’s death… for material gain.”Silence.A long, deep silence.Then—Everything around him began to fade.The broken room… the poison… Patricia’s lifeless eyes…All of it dissolved, like mist caught in a slow breeze.Marvin blinked.He was back.Back in reality.His breath rushed out—long, deep, shaky.He didn’t even realize he had been holding it in.A loud sigh escaped from his lips as he hunched forward slightly, his shoulders rising and falling.The cold was gone.The lights were steady.And in front of him, the Prime Minister stood—removing his hand gently from Marvin’s forehead.The man looked calm. Steady. Worn… but not broken.Marvin turned his head and saw his u
NOW TELL ME… WHO IS THE GREATER EVIL?
Marvin blinked slowly.The light around him pulsed gently, like the soft beat of a heart. As the glow grew brighter, the shadows peeled away. The strange man in the lab coat kept working—his back was still turned, his hands were flying across papers and tools.Marvin stepped forward, carefully. The ground didn’t feel like ground at all—it was like walking on thought itself.With each step, the man’s movements became clearer.He was desperate. Fast. Focused.His white lab coat was soaked in sweat. Papers were scattered everywhere. Machines buzzed and beeped quietly. The man wiped his forehead, then grabbed a pen and started scribbling again.Marvin squinted… then froze.His heart jumped.That face…The man turned around—and it was him.The Prime Minister.Not the one who stood tall and powerful in the real world—but a tired, sleepless version. His eyes were bloodshot. His hair was rough. He looked like he hadn’t rested in days.Marvin’s mouth opened slightly in shock.“What… What is
