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THE UNDERESTIMATED HEIR THE BREAKING POINT
Daniel’s eyes widened with terror as his father’s words thundered through the room. His hands trembled, and he opened his mouth, trying to speak through the thick knot of fear in his throat. “I… I… don’t have a single idea about that, Father… I swear, I don’t know,” he stammered, his voice cracking. “Marvin just… Marvin just threatened to report the cannabis shipment to the cops. I have no idea how he got to know about it.”Mr. Richmond’s face darkened further, his eyes were blazing with fury. His voice was sharp and bitter as he lashed out, “For five good years, I did this business successfully! Five years without a single complication!” He stepped forward, his towering frame casting an intimidating shadow over his son. “But the moment I choose to trust you with this operation in Neovalle, you fluffed your lines! And now I’m in a big mess!”Before Daniel could respond, his father snatched a champagne bottle from the nearby table. With a furious growl, he hurled it at Daniel with
THE UNDERESTIMATED HEIR ON THE BRINK OF MADNESS
Her sudden presence seemed to pierce through the boiling rage in Mr. Richmond’s expression. His glowing mark flickered for a moment, but the fury in his eyes hadn’t yet faded."Just doing some necessary discipline on him."Dana dropped to her knees beside Daniel, her hands were trembling as she begged her husband. “He’s your son!” she shouted, her voice was breaking. “You can’t do this to him!”The light on Mr. Richmond's forehead flared even brighter, flooding the room with an intense glow. The searing pain in Daniel's forehead increased tenfold, drawing louder, more desperate screams from him. His body shook violently as he clutched at his head, unable to bear the excruciating agony.“Dad, please… please stop! I don’t want to die! Please, Dad, I don’t want to die!” Daniel’s voice was raw and broken, each word was punctuated by sobs of desperation.But Mr. Richmond’s face remained hard, his anger unrelenting. His glowing Synapticore mark pulsed with power as he took a step closer
THE UNDERESTIMATED HEIR THE WEIGHT OF REGRET
Dana’s tears began to flow freely as she clutched Daniel’s fragile body, her voice was breaking with raw emotion. “He’s just a boy, my husband! A child! How could you expect him to carry the weight of your empire when he doesn’t even understand it yet?” Her voice grew louder, trembling with desperation. “He may not have known what he was doing! He may have made a mistake, but he’s your son, your own flesh and blood!”She sobbed harder, her words were coming in gasps. “Please, my husband. I will make it up to you! I will do whatever it takes to fix this—just stop hurting him! He can’t take it anymore. You’re going to kill him!” Her trembling hands tightened around Daniel’s limp arm, her heart was breaking as she looked into her son’s pale, lifeless face.The room trembled with the pulsating energy radiating from Mr. Richmond’s glowing Synapticore mark. His anger still burned, but Dana’s words pierced through the storm in his mind, faintly echoing in his ears. He’s your son… just a
THE UNDERESTIMATED HEIR ECHOES OF THE PAST
Marvin sat cross-legged on the luxurious silk rug in the private meditation chamber of his VVIP suite at the Aurora Grand Hotel. The soft glow of scented candles cast shadows on the golden walls, and the faint sound of flowing water from the mini fountain nearby added to the calm ambiance. Yet, his mind was anything but calm.His uncle’s words echoed in his thoughts: "You’ll never awaken the Synapticore force unless you learn to center yourself. Meditate. Focus. Only then will your synaptic echo reveal itself to you."Marvin clenched his fists briefly, then exhaled. He needed this power—craved it. Without it, he knew he couldn’t rise to the position he wanted, couldn’t defeat the ones who looked down on him, he couldn't defeat Jessica Zypher and thwart her plans to ensure the privatization of project Helios, and most importantly, couldn’t take back what he believed was his rightful legacy.With a deep breath, Marvin straightened his back and closed his eyes, his palms were resting o
THE UNDERESTIMATED HEIR THE LIGHT WITHIN
Marvin wiped his tears with the back of his hand and took a deep, shuddering breath. His body trembled, his mind raced, but one thought emerged above the storm: I can’t give up.“I have to do this,” he whispered to himself, his voice was steadier this time. He clenched his fists again, not with anger, but with determination. His uncle’s words replayed in his mind: “Let go of the doubt, fear, anger, and frustration!”Marvin repeated the words to himself, his voice started growing louder each time, as if they were a lifeline he needed to grasp.“Let go of the doubt, fear, anger, and frustration!”“Let go of the doubt, fear, anger, and frustration!”“Let go of the doubt, fear, anger, and frustration!”He closed his eyes once more, straightened his back, and placed his hands palm-up on his knees. The silk rug beneath him felt soft and grounding, but Marvin knew he needed to go beyond his physical surroundings. He inhaled deeply, filling his lungs with air, then exhaled slowly, letting
THE UNDERESTIMATED HEIR THE AWAKENING OF LUMINAR
Marvin’s chest rose and fell as excitement flooded his body. His voice trembled, but this time, it wasn’t from fear. It was from hope.“Yes,” he said, nodding quickly. “Yes, I want you to help me. There’s so much I need to figure out—so much I need to fix.”The Synaptic Echo paused for a moment, as if considering his words. Then, it spoke again, its tone was calm and reassuring. “Understood, Mr. Marvin Richmond. But before we proceed, allow me to make myself more presentable. I wouldn’t want to overstress your subconscious.”Before Marvin could ask what that meant, something extraordinary happened.A sudden warmth surged through his body, starting from his chest and rushing to his head. His vision blurred for a moment, and then his eyes glowed a bright, vivid sky blue.Marvin felt a gentle pull in his mind, as though something was leaving him—but it wasn’t unpleasant. It felt freeing, like a weight being lifted.From the crown of his head, a radiant sky-blue energy began to flow out
THE UNDERESTIMATED HEIR WHEELS OF CORRUPTION
Marvin stood still, waiting for Luminar’s response, his pulse was quickening in his chest.After a moment, Luminar’s form shimmered and shifted. It began to process something within itself. A soft beeping sound filled the room as its body transformed, becoming a live tracking map.On the map, a glowing red dot appeared, zooming in to show a specific location. A picture of Jessica Zypher appeared next to the dot, her face was clear and sharp.“At the moment, Jessica Zypher is at the Neovalle State Government Complex,” Luminar’s voice spoke. “She has an appointment with the governor.”Marvin’s heart skipped a beat. “Why is that?” he began. “I thought she had visited him a few weeks ago… okay, can you analyze and tell me why she is meeting with the governor?”Luminar fell silent again, its form started flickering as it processed something deep within its system.Then, it spoke again, its tone was more serious now. “The reason why she is going to the Neovalle Government House is because
THE UNDERESTIMATED HEIR THE SCANDINAVIAN DISGUISE
Neovalle Day was the crown jewel of celebrations in the state, it was a grand event designed to showcase the progress, unity, and beauty of Neovalle. The entire city was transformed into a dazzling spectacle. Streets were lined with flags and banners in shades of blue and gold, the official colors of Neovalle. Large screens were mounted on towering buildings, displaying highlights of the city’s history and the achievements of its leaders.Flower arrangements of exotic orchids and roses decorated every corner, filling the air with a light, pleasant fragrance. Vendors sold delicious local delicacies at stalls that stretched along the main boulevard, their scents were blending with the crisp autumn air. Performers in traditional attire danced gracefully on stages set up across the square, and live orchestras played music that added to the atmosphere of celebration.At the heart of the city stood the Neovalle Grand Pavilion, an architectural masterpiece of glass and steel. Its dome s
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UNANSWERED QUESTIONS
It was Valentine’s Day.Inside his VVIP lounge at the Aurora Grand Hotel, Marvin stood in front of his large bedroom TV. He was fully dressed in a custom-made navy blue suit, adjusting his silver cufflinks. His reflection on the screen showed a man who had everything — success, power, and charm.On the TV, a documentary about his company, Helios Enterprise, played softly. Marvin glanced at it with mild interest. The documentary showed all the major exploits and innovations of Helios Enterprise, including the famous SOLNOVA Projects — inventions that had the possibility of changing solar technology across the world.The voice of the narrator filled the room:"Helios Enterprise, under the visionary leadership of Marvin Richmond, would be launching the SOLNOVA projects in four days time, with the hope of bringing endless energy to millions..."Just then, Marvin’s phone buzzed. He smiled faintly and called Helena.She picked up almost immediately."Hey, are you ready?" Marvin asked, his
FROZEN AT THE THRESHOLD
She had heard it all. Every word, every promise, every confession. Her heart sank with each syllable that left Marvin’s lips. His voice was so filled with conviction, so different from the way he had spoken to her. To Helena, it was a cruel revelation. The man she loved—truly loved—had just opened his heart to another woman in a way she had never imagined.Helena stood frozen just outside the door, her breath caught in her chest. She wanted to retreat, to leave the space, but she couldn’t. She was paralyzed, as if the air had thickened around her, suffocating her ability to move. The reality of Marvin’s feelings for Stella settled over her like a dark cloud, suffusing her thoughts with bitterness and sorrow. She couldn’t comprehend how it had all gone so wrong upon the firm confirmation that Marvin had another lover.From inside the office, Marvin’s voice continued to flow, filled with life and excitement as he spoke to Stella, unaware that Helena was standing mere feet away, hea
A FUTURE TOGETHER?
Marvin leaned back in his chair, the conversation with Helena was still echoing in his mind. It had been a close call earlier, but things had finally lightened. She had kissed him lightly on the cheek before heading for the door, leaving behind the faint trace of her perfume, the scent lingered in the air like an invisible mark of her presence.The door clicked softly behind her, and for a brief moment, Marvin let the silence settle. He closed his eyes, exhaling deeply, with a sense of relief washing over him. His shoulders, tense from the pressure of the conversation, began to relax as the moment of calm spread through him. But just as he thought he might get the chance to fully unwind, his phone buzzed again.He glanced at the screen, the name was flashing brightly: Stella Orion.A smile tugged at the corners of his lips. Stella. She had this way of making everything feel easier, lighter. His mood shifted, almost eagerly, as he swiped to answer the call. No more pretending,
A FRAGILE MOMENT
She leaned forward, her eyes locking onto his. The tension between them was palpable, thick enough that Marvin could almost feel it pressing on his chest."Why are you not picking up your call?" she demanded, her voice was now laced with suspicion.Her tone had shifted. It was forceful now, more aggressive, more violent than it had been a moment ago. "Who is it, Marvin?"The question hung in the air like a heavy weight. Marvin’s heart raced as the blood drained from his face. He could feel the words slipping through his mind, desperate to make an escape, but he couldn’t bring himself to speak the truth. He had promised himself that he would be honest, that he would stop lying... but now, under the intensity of her gaze, he wasn’t sure what would happen if he did.For a moment, he simply stared at her. The silence stretched out, dragging on longer than it should have. The weight of their unspoken words pressed down on him, suffocating him in a way that felt almost unbearable.What
HOME, BUT NOT THE SAME
Marvin opened the door gently.The soft click of the handle turning echoed slightly in the quiet room.Inside, Helena sat on the couch near the office desk, her eyes were fixed on her phone. Her fingers glided lightly across the screen, seemingly absorbed in whatever she was reading. The atmosphere in the room felt different — quieter, colder.As the door swung open, Helena raised her eyes slowly.Their gazes met.Marvin’s heart skipped a beat. A wave of relief and joy washed over him at the sight of her, but something else lingered in the air — something he couldn’t quite place.Without thinking, he walked toward her with open arms, he felt the instinct to pull her close. He had missed her — more than he cared to admit.But today was different.Helena didn’t rush toward him, as she used to. There was no excited smile, no sparkle in her eyes. She simply stood up, her movements were slow and deliberate, almost mechanical. Her expression remained unreadable.He faltered for a moment,
HOME, BUT NOT THE SAME 1
A Week Later…The city of Neovalle was bathed in the soft, golden light of morning.After a week away, Marvin Richmond finally returned to Neovalle.He sat comfortably in the backseat of a sleek black luxury vehicle, the engine was humming quietly as it moved smoothly through the streets.The windows were slightly tinted, shielding him from the outside world, but Marvin could still see the tall buildings, busy streets, and colorful banners fluttering in the breeze.Neovalle was alive as ever—but for Marvin, something felt different.He leaned back into the plush leather seat, resting his head for a moment against the headrest, deep in thought.The driver, dressed neatly in a black suit, maneuvered the car expertly through the final turns, heading straight toward the tall, modern building of Helios Enterprise.Marvin’s sharp grey eyes caught sight of the familiar shining letters on the front of the company compound as they approached.HELIOS ENTERPRISE.Home.The vehicle slowed down as
UNDERNEATH THE PERFECT SKY
Inside the grand office of Helios Enterprise, sunlight streamed through the tall glass windows, bouncing off the polished floors and elegant white walls.The office smelled of fresh leather and paper—it was a scent of power and business.At the large, black marble desk sat Helena.Today she looked cooperate, business like, beautiful and sharp, dressed in a smart navy-blue suit that hugged her curvaceous body perfectly. Her long dark hair was neatly tied into a loose ponytail. A gold watch glinted on her wrist as she held her phone to her ear, finishing up a call with an important investor.Her voice was calm, sweet, but full of authority.“Yes, Mr. Langston. The shipment will be ready by noon tomorrow. You’ll have the first batch by next week, as promised. Trust me—Helios always delivers,” Helena said, her lips curling into a confident smile.She ended the call and placed the phone gently on the desk.Then, without missing a beat, she lifted her eyes to the four men standing quietly
WHEN LOVE DEMANDS MORE
Inside a quiet chamber in the Orion estate, the air was warm and sweet with the scent of jasmine. Moonlight poured through the glass ceiling, casting soft silver light on the bed where Marvin Richmond and Stella Orion lay—entwined in each other’s arms, naked, warm, and close.Their lips met again.A deep, slow, passionate kiss.Her fingers slid through his thick hair, pulling him in gently, while his hands caressed the soft curve of her waist. Their bodies pressed together—skin against skin—hearts pounding, breath shallow.She moaned softly, holding him closer.Their kiss wasn’t rushed. It was tender. Burning. A silent cry of relief, passion, and love.“I missed you,” Stella whispered, her voice was husky against his lips.“I missed you more,” Marvin breathed, brushing her cheek with his knuckles.Stella giggled slightly, then kissed his jaw, moving to his ear.She held his face in her hands and whispered, playfully but with a hint of mischief,“You know, I should cut off your ears
THE ELDERS VERDICT
Tariq Khyber could not move.His body was frozen, stiff like carved wood. His chest rose and fell with short, ragged breaths, but everything else was still. His mouth twitched, trying to form words—but no sound escaped.The Elder with the glowing Synapticore moved away from his obsidian chair.The silver-blue light on his forehead pulsed brighter, hotter. Like lightning trapped in glass.He took one step forward on the floating platform.And then—“How dare you interrupt an Elder, Mr. Khyber?”The Elder’s voice struck again.Tariq gasped, and suddenly a sharp pain stabbed into his head.He clutched at his skull—yet still could not move his limbs.A terrible pressure was building inside his brain.It was like invisible hands were tightening around it… squeezing slowly.His face twisted.Blood began to drip from Tariq's nose.“How dare you interrupt an Elder, Mr. Khyber?” the Elder asked again.This time the squeezing became sharper, more violent. Tariq’s eyes rolled back for a moment.
