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The Art Of The UnderDog Chapter 119
“Tyler couldn’t quite fathom Andrea’s sudden outburst. His brows furrowed as he tried to grasp the severity of her implied punishment.The room itself exuded a sense of unease, despite the cool hum of the air conditioner. Fluorescent lights cast stark shadows on the mahogany table, where Andrea had taken her position. Each passing second felt like an eternity.Andrea’s silence left Tyler in a state of uncertainty. He stared at her intently, his mind racing with suspicion. What was she planning? His thoughts spiraled wildly, contemplating her intentions.Finally, Andrea broke her silence, her voice now commanding. “I understand you may be passionate, but I would appreciate it if you’d refrain from interfering in my office. I brought you here to listen, that’s all. Just listen!”Tyler’s face turned pale as he and Andrea locked eyes, the intensity of their gazes sparking a silent battle of wills. Though Tyler wanted to respond, he hesitated, realizing that, in this scenario, Andrea held
The Art Of The UnderDog Chapter 120
Lady Guila’s gaze remained fixed on the ornate tapestry hanging in the dimly lit chamber as she admonished Tyler with a touch of exasperation. “If you intend to stand there in silence and continue to make me uncomfortable, it might be best if you depart. After all, you’re a clerk, not a bodyguard.”Tyler, struck by her words, found himself in a state of bewilderment, contemplating how to articulate his message to Lady Guila. His heart raced relentlessly, his pulse matching the drumming of his thoughts, as he struggled to form each syllable. It was as if he meticulously counted every word and weighed the implications of his choices.The room seemed to constrict, tension thickening the air as Tyler stood with his hands clenched behind his back. As he inched closer to Lady Guila, his trepidation grew. The moment felt like a tribunal, and his anxiety surged, threatening to quash his resolve. Yet, as he wavered, the image of Antonio, languishing in the hospital, struggling for his life, be
The Art Of The UnderDog Chapter 121
“What did you do to my mother?” Andrea demanded, his voice trembling with worry as she gazed at Tyler. He had just received a call that Lady Guia was unconscious and being treated by the doctor inside. Andrea’s eyes were filled with concern, and she noticed Tyler’s tense expression, with sweat glistening on his forehead. Outside the room, Fiorenzo and others waited anxiously, following the doctor’s instructions to stay put.“Answer me!” Andrea thundered, quickly grabbing Tyler’s shirt and staring into his eyes. Tyler felt suffocated, unable to break free from Andrea’s strong grip.“What the heck are you doing?” Tyler protested, struggling to escape Andrea’s grasp, which seemed unyielding.“Andrea, what’s going on?” Fiorenzo asked, looking utterly confused about the situation as he also tried to break Andrea’s hold.Tyler’s face turned red, and he felt the tension in the room rise. Andrea’s veins were pulsating on his forehead, his eyes darkening. Tyler was taken aback by Andrea’s inte
The Art Of The UnderDog Chapter 122
Andrea’s frustration bubbled beneath the surface as he fixed his intense gaze upon the hesitant doctor. Everyone else in the room, on the edge of their seats, eagerly awaited the news about Lady Guila’s condition. The suspense was palpable, and the doctor’s reluctance to speak only added to their collective anxiety. He rolled his eyes at the group, then released a deep sigh, clearly burdened by the weight of his words.“I’m sorry to have to say this, but Lady Guila suffered a severe heart attack, and it led to something even more critical,” the doctor began, his voice trailing off as if his eyes alone could convey the depth of his apprehension. The tension in the room continued to mount, like a crescendo building toward an unknown climax.“And then what?” Andrea’s impatience boiled over. “Just speak plainly and spare us this unnecessary suspense, or I swear I’ll be the one to pull your tongue out!” He snapped, silencing Tyler, who was on the verge of speaking. Tyler clasped his hands
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Tyler found himself entranced by Andreas, unable to tear his eyes away from this enigmatic figure who had left him dumbfounded. Each moment felt like an eternity as the words Andreas had uttered replayed in Tyler's mind. It was as if he had stepped into a parallel universe, where the boundaries between reality and fantasy blurred into a dreamlike haze."What did you just say?" Tyler's voice quivered, yet it retained its inquisitiveness. He needed confirmation, a lifeline to reality. Andreas maintained his confident posture, the smile on his face a Mona Lisa-esque enigma. His steps were deliberate as he moved closer, and the aura in the room seemed to thicken with anticipation. The world outside their bubble of conversation ceased to exist.Andreas let out a chuckle, one that echoed like a riddle unraveling in the dimly lit room. "Do you know, when I hatched this plan, I had my doubts about whether you'd be susceptible enough to fall for it? I wasn't even certain if I would follow thro
The Art Of The UnderDog Chapter 124
Tyler found himself entranced by Andreas, unable to tear his eyes away from this enigmatic figure who had left him dumbfounded. Each moment felt like an eternity as the words Andreas had uttered replayed in Tyler's mind. It was as if he had stepped into a parallel universe, where the boundaries between reality and fantasy blurred into a dreamlike haze."What did you just say?" Tyler's voice quivered, yet it retained its inquisitiveness. He needed confirmation, a lifeline to reality. Andreas maintained his confident posture, the smile on his face a Mona Lisa-esque enigma. His steps were deliberate as he moved closer, and the aura in the room seemed to thicken with anticipation. The world outside their bubble of conversation ceased to exist.Andreas let out a chuckle, one that echoed like a riddle unraveling in the dimly lit room. "Do you know, when I hatched this plan, I had my doubts about whether you'd be susceptible enough to fall for it? I wasn't even certain if I would follow thro
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Tyler's intense gaze bore into Andrea, freezing her in a moment of dumbfounded disbelief. The atmosphere in the room shifted dramatically, morphing into a dire tableau of tension that seemed almost tangible. Andrea, her eyes narrowing, betrayed an undercurrent of fear coursing through her."Andrea, my dear, how shall you address me..." Tyler paused theatrically, as if contemplating the weight of his own name. "Brother," he declared, snapping his fingers with a flourish, a mocking laugh escaping his lips. The laughter hung in the air, a dissonant soundtrack to Andrea's growing frown.Taking measured steps forward, Tyler, with eyes that seemed to penetrate the very soul, confronted Andrea. "How could you dare to stoop so low?" His voice, a crescendo of rage, reverberated in the room. His fists tightened in silent fury, and his gaze shifted accusingly to Tyler, who faced the impending storm with a defiant Helton smile. As Tyler's expression transformed into a tightly knit frown, the air
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Tyler navigated the marble tiles, each step etched with purpose, as he approached the fervently ranting Andrea. A tempest of emotions churned within him, driven by an urgent need to bring an end to Andre's diatribe and unveil the well-guarded secrets to Lady Guila . Though Guila lay in an unconscious state, a veil of uncertainty shrouded Tyler, leaving him grappling with the profound consequences of her impending decision. Antonio's surgical salvation hinged upon the revelation of Andrea's skimming truth and eagerness to kill Lady Guila if need be.Amidst the unfolding drama, Fiorenzo's voice cut through the charged air, a symphony of concern lacing his words. "What's wrong?" he questioned, the cadence of his inquiry betraying the frantic undercurrents of his worry. Tyler’s entrance into the scene, an embodiment of trouble, further heightened the palpable tension that hung in the atmosphere like an impending storm.Tyler, standing at the epicenter of this emotional whirlwind, paused,
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The sound of the gunshot shattered the tense silence, the explosive discharge filling the air with a sharp crack that seemed to tear through the fabric of the room. It was Tyler’s own firearm, the 5.54 caliber entrusted to him by Andrea, the weapon now acting on his impromptu decision, aimed not at an enemy but in defense of Lady Guila. In the chaos, Andrea staggered backward, a splatter of crimson bursting forth from the wound on the right side of his chest, his body collapsing in a slow, anguished descent.Tyler’s heart raced, adrenaline surging through his veins as he witnessed the sudden turn of events. His eyes widened in a mixture of disbelief and realization. While his actions were impulsive, the consequences now lay before him, a pang of remorse piercing his chest. Not for the act of firing the shot, but for the unexpected twist fate had taken, allowing Andrea, despite his wrongdoings, a swift departure instead of facing the due consequences.“You… you bastard,” Andrea’s voice
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“Did you just ask me what I have ever done for you?” Lady Guila’s voice, softened by a trace of hurt, quivered as she struggled to comprehend Rosie’s and Andrea’s conversation in the dimly lit room.“Oh, indeed, that’s precisely what I questioned. What contributions have you made? I’ve poured my soul into your company and family. From the tenderest years, I’ve toiled ceaselessly for this establishment and your kin, yet what recompense have I received? Nothing. Instead, you’ve ushered in this outsider, claiming he’s your heir to inherit the family legacy. Do you fathom the profound devastation I felt when that decision was made?” Andrea’s words, laden with bitterness, reverberated off the walls of the enclosed space.Lady Guila’s widened eyes reflected her astonishment and a hint of dismay as she absorbed Andrea’s impassioned words. Despite Tyler’s persistent warnings about Andrea’s deceitful nature, she’d vehemently dismissed them, holding steadfast faith in him. Never could she have f
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Tyler’s eyes flew wide open at the unexpected sound, snapping him out of a dreamlike state. It was as if a shotgun had gone off in his mind, the clarity jolting him awake, his senses racing to determine who had uttered those four crucial words. As his eyes snapped open, Jen glanced toward the source of the voice, her gaze locking onto the same spot. Tyler’s breath hitched as his eyes widened in shock, his jaw dropping slightly in disbelief.“Grandma?” Tyler faltered, the word catching in his throat as shock rippled through him. The sudden appearance of his grandmother stood like an unexpected apparition in the room, rendering a peculiar stillness among them all. Today, Grandma stood so far away from Tyler, an impossible distance that seemed to widen as he remained glued to his seat, unable to bridge the gap. Fiorenzo hovered protectively behind her, flanked by two other men whose presence added an air of solemnity to the unexpected reunion.The tension in the room was palpable, a char
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Tyler’s eyes flew wide open at the unexpected sound, snapping him out of a dreamlike state. It was as if a shotgun had gone off in his mind, the clarity jolting him awake, his senses racing to determine who had uttered those four crucial words. As his eyes snapped open, Jen glanced toward the source of the voice, her gaze locking onto the same spot. Tyler’s breath hitched as his eyes widened in shock, his jaw dropping slightly in disbelief.“Grandma?” Tyler faltered, the word catching in his throat as shock rippled through him. The sudden appearance of his grandmother stood like an unexpected apparition in the room, rendering a peculiar stillness among them all. Today, Grandma stood so far away from Tyler, an impossible distance that seemed to widen as he remained glued to his seat, unable to bridge the gap. Fiorenzo hovered protectively behind her, flanked by two other men whose presence added an air of solemnity to the unexpected reunion.The tension in the room was palpable, a char
Chapter 150
“Can I please talk to my mother one last time because you can do with me what you want to do,” Tyekr whispered, his voice trembling as he perched on the edge of the chair, his body taut with tension, each moment ticking away like a fragile heartbeat.“Awnnn, you want to cry to Mama and tell her how much you love her and will miss her?” Andrea’s words dripped with derision, her tone mocking and cruel.Tyler felt the sting of Mareas’ cutting words, each syllable like a lash upon his already burdened soul. His silence masked the turmoil within as he pleaded silently for Nadtead’s intervention regarding his plea. Andrea’s scornful gaze bore into Tyekr, a frigid stare that seemed to pierce beyond the surface, locking their eyes in an uncomfortable standoff, an unspoken tension hanging in the air, thickening the atmosphere with a palpable weight of unresolved emotions.Their gaze held, each refusing to yield, a silent battle raging between them that spoke volumes in the charged silence, hin
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“Voilà!” Andrea exclaimed, as though he had been eagerly awaiting Tyler’s consent to an unthinkable act.A radiant smile illuminated Andrea’s eyes and face, as if he had just stumbled upon the most marvelous news. Despite Tyler’s intense urge to lash out, he maintained a fixed gaze, determined not to succumb to his temper. He longed to deliver a punch straight to Andrea’s face.“You’ve made the right choice. Finally opting for the drugs that will put an end to the disease,” Andrea taunted sarcastically, applauding Tyler with a mocking fervor, his hands clapping together.There was an eerie sense of tension hanging in the air, crackling with the palpable bitterness that had brewed between the two. Tyler wrestled with conflicting emotions, a cocktail of anger, frustration, and the sting of Andrea’s derision. Andrea’s words cut deeper than any physical blow, striking a chord that resonated with Tyler’s inner turmoil.The room seemed to shrink as the intensity of their confrontation grew.
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Tyler’s world crumbled as he reeled from the impact of Ray’s betrayal. The weight of the circumstances pressed heavily upon him, an indescribable amalgamation of anguish and disbelief. His heart, once steady, now raced uncontrollably, each beat echoing the tumult within. Guilt clawed at him, a remorseful storm, for feeling powerless to alter the unfolding tragedy, his mother’s plight a haunting specter in his mind.Tears, unbidden, swelled in his eyes, blurring the harsh reality of the text from Andrea. With clenched teeth, he stifled a cry, his fingers trembling as they traced the letters on the screen, each word a cruel lash against his already fractured resolve. He yearned to break free from the constraints that bound him, his thoughts a tempest of rage and desperation, seeking any semblance of a solution, yet finding none.Visions of his mother, subjected to unspeakable torment by Ray, played on an endless loop in his mind, a relentless barrage of anguish that threatened to consum
Chapter 147
“Grandma! Talk to Me!” Tyler turned abruptly, a fleeting hope dashed as he realized his grandma, Lady Guila’s grip had not tightened on his hand; it was merely his mind’s cruel illusion. The room lay ensconced in a dim, almost somber, light, casting elongated shadows that seemed to echo Tyler’s growing frustration. Kneeling before Lady Guila, his pleas reverberated off the walls, desperate for her to awaken, yearning for release from the nightmarish grip that had ensnared his reality. Never before had he envisioned facing such a harrowing ordeal; his life had been uncomplicated, a mere intersection with Lady Guila followed by the revelation of his heritage and roots.Tyler’s frustration surged uncontrollably; he folded his legs beneath him, sinking to the floor’s cool surface. His eyes, brimming with unshed tears, held a rawness he dared not release. He longed to unleash a primal scream, to shatter the oppressive silence, yet the constriction in his throat stifled any attempt. A suffo
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Tyler’s heart pounded in his chest, a wild gallop matching the frenetic pace of his thoughts. Each second dragged on like an eternity as he waited for Ethan’s response. His fingers drummed nervously on the edge of the table, a subconscious attempt to alleviate the rising tension.“Did you see my mom?” The urgency in Tyler’s voice betrayed the fear gnawing at his insides. “Is she alright?” His voice cracked with emotion, the weight of the unknown pressing down on him like a leaden sky.Ethan’s gaze softened momentarily before clouding over with a mix of apprehension and sorrow. “I couldn’t find your mom,” he confessed, his tone heavy with regret. “But, Tyler, something wasn’t right. The moment I stepped into the house, it was like a tempest had ravaged through its very core. Furniture overturned, shards of glass glinting amidst scattered belongings. It felt violated, as if the sanctity of your home had been desecrated.”A whirlwind of emotions engulfed Tyler. His chest tightened, suffo
