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The Ascent of Jeffery Flamel; Restoring Alchemy's Legacy CHAPTER 15
Jeffrey opened the door, his brows lifting in surprise. Standing there was Rita, a slight smile gracing her lips. Beside her stood the secretary from earlier, her expression guilty as she stared intently at the ground, avoiding his gaze.“Rita,” Jeffrey said, “What brings you here?”Rita’s smile widened, “Is that how you greet your landlord, Jeffrey? Shouldn’t you invite me in?”Jeffrey blinked, a flush creeping up his neck. “Of course. Please, come in,” he said quickly, stepping aside.Rita entered gracefully, her presence filling the space. The secretary hesitated, her gaze flicking nervously between Jeffrey and Rita. The warm exchange between them clearly unsettled her.Seeing Rita’s friendly demeanor toward Jeffrey, the secretary’s shock deepened. Her earlier disdain now seemed misplaced, and a wave of regret washed over her. Without a word, she lowered her head in apology, unable to meet Jeffrey’s eyes.Jeffrey noticed the gesture but said nothing, his attention drawn back to Rit
The Ascent of Jeffery Flamel; Restoring Alchemy's Legacy CHAPTER 16
Rita’s thoughts swirled as she silently constructed a business plan in her mind, envisioning the possibilities that Jeffrey’s serum could unlock. She was so engrossed that she barely noticed Jeffrey calling her name. “Rita?” Jeffrey’s voice snapped her out of her thoughts. She blinked, realizing how long she had been quiet. A faint smile appeared on her lips as she looked at him. “Sorry, I got lost in thought. You know, Jeffrey, you’re quite the versatile man. It’s hard to believe someone like Cora could let you go.” Jeffrey’s expression tightened briefly, but he maintained his composure. “Cora and I… we’re different people now.” Rita tilted her head, her curiosity evident. “Do you still have feelings for her?” Jeffrey shook his head immediately. “No. The person I cared for doesn’t exist anymore. Cora became someone materialistic, someone who only saw value in wealth and status. She filled her life with malice and resentment, especially toward me. I can’t love someone like
The Ascent of Jeffery Flamel; Restoring Alchemy's Legacy CHAPTER 17
The next day arrived quickly.News of the Stirling family’s grand business banquet filled every corner of the corporate world. Yet, Jeffrey couldn’t have cared less. His thoughts were elsewhere—focused entirely on how to rise to the pinnacle of success.Sitting at the small desk in his villa, he scrawled notes and diagrams on a sheet of paper, his mind racing with ideas. He knew his beauty serum business with Rita was a solid start, but it wasn’t enough. Not if he wanted to truly stand above the rest. He needed more—a broader vision, something that would make him untouchable.His pen hovered mid-air when his phone buzzed on the desk. Jeffrey frowned, the vibration pulling him from his thoughts. He reached for the device, his expression shifting to shock when he saw the caller ID.Mr. Kelvin.Cora’s father.Jeffrey stared at the screen, feeling mixed emotions.Mr. Kelvin and Daphne, Cora’s younger sister, had been the only two in Cora's family who treated him with genuine kindness.
The Ascent of Jeffery Flamel; Restoring Alchemy's Legacy CHAPTER 18
The door swung open with force, and Cora stormed in, her voice sharp and angry. "What are you doing here, Jeffery? You have no right to come into my home!" Jeffery stood, startled by her sudden appearance. "Cora, I—" But she cut him off, her finger pointed accusingly at him. "Don’t pretend you’re here for anything decent. Are you here to harass me? To make a scene? You’re pathetic!" Before Jeffery could respond, Grace, Cora’s mother, followed her into the room. Her face twisted in disdain as she crossed her arms. "You’ve got some nerve showing up here, Jeffery. You’re nothing but a nuisance. I should call the cops right now." Jeffery opened his mouth to defend himself, but their words came like rapid fire, leaving no room for him to speak. "Get out!" Cora snapped. "You’re not wanted here." "Absolutely not!" Grace chimed in. "You’re a stain on this family’s reputation, and we don’t need you stirring up trouble." Before Grace could add more, Daphne stepped forward, “That’s enough
The Ascent of Jeffery Flamel; Restoring Alchemy's Legacy CHAPTER 19
After a pleasant dinner, Jeffery escorted Daphne to her best friend’s place. She waved at him from the doorstep and he headed back to the villa.By now, the sun had long set.The occasional flicker of dim street lights did little to pierce the darkness. The road ahead stretched desolate, the silence broken only by the sound of his footsteps as he decided to walk the last few blocks to clear his head.Whistling softly, Jeffery glanced around. The eerie stillness reminded him of scenes from crime dramas. "A perfect spot for trouble," he muttered under his breath..As if on cue, a dozen figures emerged from the shadows, surrounding him. Their movements were predatory, and their weapons glinted faintly in the weak light—bats, chains, and knives. The leader stepped forward, his scarred face twisted into a menacing grin.“Well, well,” the man drawled. “What do we have here? Someone who looks like he’s got a bit more than just a pretty face.”Jeffery’s steps slowed but didn’t falter. His
The Ascent of Jeffery Flamel; Restoring Alchemy's Legacy CHAPTER 20
The next morning, Jeffery stood in the kitchen, pouring himself a cup of coffee. His phone buzzed on the counter. Rita’s name flashed on the screen, and he picked it up.“I’m at the gates,” she said, her voice crisp. “Come out.”Jeffery grabbed his coat and stepped outside, heading toward the grand iron gates of the villa. As he approached, the sight before him stopped him in his tracks.Rita stood there, leaning against a sleek, black Aston Martin DB11. Her crimson gown hugged her figure, the slit teasing a glimpse of her long sexy legs. She held a cigar between her fingers, exhaling a thin plume of smoke into the air.Jeffery’s brain short-circuited for a moment. He forced his gaze away, trying to focus on the car, the sky—anything but her.Rita caught his reaction and smirked. “See something you like?” she teased playfully.Jeffery cleared his throat, heat creeping up his neck. “I wasn’t—uh, I mean, no,” he stammered.“Relax,” she said, flicking ash from her cigar. “You’re a terri
The Ascent of Jeffery Flamel; Restoring Alchemy's Legacy CHAPTER 21
Jeffery adjusted his tie for the third time, staring at his reflection in the mirror. The black suit fit him like a glove, every seam perfectly tailored. His hair, neatly combed, gave him a polished look he hadn’t seen in years. Still, his stomach churned with nerves.He exhaled deeply, steadying himself. “You can do this,” he whispered. “Just one night.”His phone buzzed on the dresser. He grabbed it, Rita’s name flashing on the screen.“Jeffery, are you ready?” she asked warmly, as though she knew he might be second-guessing himself.He glanced at himself one last time. “I think so.”She chuckled softly. “You’re going to be fine. I’m outside. Take your time.”The call ended, and Jeffery slipped his phone into his pocket. He stepped outside, the cool night air brushing against his face as he approached the gates. Rita stood waiting by the Aston Martin, her crimson gown replaced by a sleek, black evening dress. The understated elegance suited her, and she looked radiant without even t
The Ascent of Jeffery Flamel; Restoring Alchemy's Legacy CHAPTER 22
Cora and Aadam erupted into mocking laughter.“You’re delusional,” Aadam sneered. “Me? The heir to Whitmore Industries, beg her? Stop being delusional. I’m surprised she’s even putting up with you. Sooner or later, she’ll come to her senses and leave you in the dirt where you belong.”He stepped closer, his voice dripping with arrogance. “And just so you know, you’re standing in the Stirling family’s manor. If I feel like it, I can speak to the head of the family and have you thrown out—or better yet, jailed for trespassing.”Jeffery stared at him, momentarily stunned by the sheer stupidity of his statement. Did he not realize what he’d just done? The audacity to insult Rita—Rita Stirling—in her own home was almost impressive in its ignorance.Jeffery’s lips twitched, threatening a smile. “Your brain,” he muttered under his breath, “must have stopped developing somewhere in the womb.”Aadam’s laughter faltered. “What did you just say?”Jeffery ignored him, shaking his head slowly. He
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After the man who didn't look Japanese alighted from the car, several other men dressed in black suits hurriedly came out of the car. They were very huge and had domineering physiques befitting of bouncers. And from the looks of things, they were obviously bouncers or the man's bodyguards."I'm sorry, Mr. Kimiko," one of the men in a black suit immediately went to the tall man's side and bowed politely. "We failed in opening the door for you.""That's nothing," Kimiko said as he sized up Jeffery. "Opening doors is a trivial matter compared to what I've been called for.""Yes, Sir," the bodyguard who had spoken earlier said. "Our boss really called you for a very important matter."When the bodyguard said this, Kimiko gave him a glance, causing the man to shut up immediately as he took some steps back. He felt that he was talking too much and didn't want to offend Kimiko by doing so. So that was the best decision he felt he had taken.After getting rid of the talkative bodyguard, Kimik
CHAPTER 54
As Jeffery walked out of the hall, he couldn't help but clench his fists as he took a very deep breath. Just now, he had been acting tough, showing that there was no way Bob would be able to touch him even if he wanted to. But that wasn't really the case. Although he was now more powerful compared to the past and had a pharmacy in partnership with Rita Stirling, he was still far from where he wanted to be. He felt that he was still as insignificant as before—just that he had gained alchemical knowledge.Another thing was that he actually thought he had gotten over Cora, his ex-wife. But that wasn't the case either. He was still plagued by the heartbreak that stemmed from Cora's mockery and betrayal in the past. It wasn't something he could easily get over, not when he kept coming across her. It was something that needed time to be cleared out of his heart."I thought by focusing on alchemy and building my pharmacy, I would be able to clear everything from my mind," Jeffery told hims
CHAPTER 53
While observing the guards who had already surrounded him, Jeffery calmly took off his jacket and folded it before turning his head towards one of the guards."Do you mind if I give you this jacket to hang onto?"Met with this ridiculous question, the guard was stumped. But before he could even realize what was happening, Jeffery had already moved toward him with his right palm opened wide. Everything happened in a flash, and before the others could even move an inch from where they were standing, Jeffery struck the man in the chest several times.Instantly, the man's acupoints were blocked, causing him to be paralyzed. He immediately coughed up mouthfuls of blood, his legs shivering intensely. He tried moving but couldn't and remained standing where he was, his eyes wide open as he stared at Jeffery in shock."Thank you," Jeffery said as he placed his jacket on the man's right shoulder."What are you all waiting for?!" Bob yelled in anger. "Attack him at the same time! Don't give him
CHAPTER 52
Jeffery ignored the total silence in the hall and dusted the suit he was wearing before straightening it. He then behaved as if nothing had happened just now and walked up to Steve, who was still kneeling in bafflement as he massaged his wrist. "Are you alright?" Jeffery asked in a calm tone, completely oblivious to Bob, who was staring at him in utter shock. Steve, who never imagined that Jeffery was this strong, couldn't help but swallow hard as he replied, "I'm fine." "You don't seem fine," Jeffery replied. "Your wrist seems to have dislocated." "How—" Steve wanted to ask, but then he remembered that Jeffery used to run a small clinic before. So he kept shut and nodded instead while saying, "It's just a small injury. I'll be fine." "No, you won't be fine," Jeffery said as he grabbed Steve's hand without waiting for the man's permission. "I need to make sure you're fine, seeing how you stood up for me earlier." "No, everything is absolutely fine," Steve said with a slight smi
CHAPTER 51
When Jeffery walked up to the guard and spoke to him, everyone became more surprised. It was one thing to talk to Bob in a very disrespectful manner, but it was an entirely different matter to walk up to a guy who was way taller and had more weight than him! Seeing how Jeffery wasn't as huge as the guard, they felt that it would really be a death wish for him to even think of picking a fight with the guard."Jeffery!" Bob yelled as he clenched his fists. "I've tried to let you off several times because you're Rita's representative! I'm trying to overlook your stupidity, but that doesn't mean you have the right to do or say anything you want to say!"When Jeffery heard this, he didn't immediately respond. Instead, he was staring at the guard as he said, "You have to let him go right now before I lose my temper.""Or what?" the guard asked as he glared at Jeffery, who was way smaller than him. To call the man a hulk of a man was an understatement. He was literally a mountain of a m
CHAPTER 50
There was a great silence as everyone watched what was happening, no one daring to interfere.It wasn't as if they even wanted to interfere in the first place. They all supported Bob and despised Steve and Jeffery.If anything, they wanted both of them to suffer and be humiliated by Bob in the past.The two people who wanted Jeffery's and Steve's humiliation more than anyone else were none other than Aadam and Cora.And they wanted it really badly. In fact, they couldn't control themselves any longer and clenched their fists as they watched what was happening.Seeing the gazes of everyone on him, Steve couldn't help but feel a great sense of humiliation he had never felt in his entire life.The gazes that were on him were filled with so much mockery and contempt. It was as if everyone was staring at a piece of trash and not a human being."Why are you being so quiet now?" Bob asked as he snickered. "I thought you were being so high and mighty some seconds ago. Where did that courage g
CHAPTER 49
Jeffery’s face remained stoic, but a sharp, searing pain lanced through his chest. He didn’t let it show—couldn’t let it show. His jaw tightened imperceptibly as he processed Bob’s words. How the hell did Bob know about his past? About her? His mind raced, but his expression betrayed nothing. He was a fortress, unyielding and impenetrable.Then Bob raised his hand, signaling someone forward. Jeffery’s eyes flicked to the side, and his blood ran cold.Aadam and Cora stepped into view, their faces adorned with wicked, triumphant smiles. Cora, his ex-wife, looked as polished and cruel as ever, her eyes gleaming with malice. Aadam stood beside her, his smirk dripping with arrogance.Jeffery’s fists clenched at his sides, his nails digging into his palms. He didn’t move, didn’t speak. He just watched, his gaze icy, as they approached.Bob turned to Cora and Aadam, his voice dripping with mockery. “So, tell me, when did you two start deceiving Jeffery here? Cora, when did you realize he
CHAPTER 48
The surrounding conversations quieted as Bob stood before Jeffery, his glare sharp with hostility. But Jeffery, unfazed, met his gaze with a bored expression, as if Bob was nothing more than a mild inconvenience.Bob’s sneer deepened. “I don’t remember giving you an invitation,” he spat. “Why the hell is a worthless nobody like you at my party?”Jeffery barely reacted. He tilted his head slightly, his voice calm. “I’m here representing Rita Stirling. Is that a problem?”Bob’s sneer faltered, his face twisting with barely restrained rage. His fists clenched at his sides, jealousy burning in his eyes.“You?” he barked. “Who the hell gave you the right to represent Rita? I never gave you permission to be here!”Jeffery smirked. “I didn’t ask for your permission.” He leaned back lazily. “But if you want me gone, go ahead. Just don’t expect Rita to accept any of your invitations in the future.”Bob’s entire body tensed. A vein throbbed at his temple, his face darkening with fury.The crow
CHAPTER 47
Steve’s brows furrowed as he studied Jeffery. “You’re really not worried?”Jeffery chuckled, shaking his head. “Should I be?”Steve let out a frustrated breath. “You don’t know what kind of bastard Bob is. He doesn’t just hold grudges—he enjoys crushing people. He won’t let you walk out of here with your dignity intact.”Jeffery tilted his head in amusement. “That’s assuming he can do anything to me in the first place.”Steve gritted his teeth. “You’re underestimating him.” He leaned in, voice low. “Bob isn’t just some trust-fund brat who throws tantrums. His family has deep connections. If he wants to ruin someone, he doesn’t have to lift a finger—his people will handle it for him.”Jeffery remained silent, watching Steve with mild interest.Steve sighed, rubbing his temple. “You don’t know the things they’ve done to my family. The Prescots have been trying to suffocate our business for years. They spread false rumors, bribed officials, even blackmailed some of our key investors.
