Good plans24 hours later….After a long and restless unconsciousness, Zoey stirred awake, her body aching and her head throbbing with pain. Gasping for breath, she slowly sat up, wincing as she felt the sharp sting of her injuries.Tears welled up in her eyes as she scanned her battered body, the bruises and cuts making her remember the harsh presence of the man in a mask. Every strike she remembers sent waves of agony coursing through her, and she couldn't help but cry out in anguish.Zoey felt a sense of hopelessness washing over her. She didn't know what to do or how long she was going to stay there. The fear and despair threatened to consume her as she struggled to come to terms with her situation.With trembling hands, she gingerly touched the tender bruises, Her body felt like a battleground, and she feared for her life. Doubting if people were actually looking for her. She couldn't even dieing in such a place.But then, she couldn't let herself die in such a miserable place. S
Attempted kidnapKim returned home, greeted his parents, and headed straight to Esther’s room to check on her. Esther, lying weakly on the bed, greeted Kim with a warm smile, asking him how his day went."Hey Esther, it was alright. How about you? How are you feeling?" Kim replied, concern apparent in his voice.Esther's smile faded as she looked up at Kim. "I'm worried, Kim. And a bit heartbroken," she confessed softly.Kim's brow furrowed with concern. "Why? What happened?" he asked, moving closer to her bedside.Esther sighed, her eyes clouded with sadness. "It's Lucas. His death broke me," she said quietly. "I thought he had changed, that he was ready for me, for us."Kim's heart sank at how worried Esther felt, but then, Lucas wasn't worth her tears. He let Miller use him and he almost killed Esther. He reached out to hold her hand, offering her comfort in her time of need.********************************Kim gently squeezed Esther's hand, offering her a reassuring smile. "Esthe
The fierced warningAs Cassey followed Miller obediently, she wanted to confuse him into thinking that she wasn't scared anymore. Looking for a chance to run. And then, the opportunity set itself.Miller’s phone ran, and with that little distraction Cassey was able to break free from his stronghold.As Cassey broke free from Miller's grip, adrenaline surged through her veins, she was desperate to get to safety.She sprinted down the hallway, her heart pounding in her chest, she didn't bother to even care to know if she was being chased after. Behind her, she could hear Miller's enraged shouts, his footsteps echoing loudly as he gave chase.“Hey, come back. I just wanted to talk, to discuss a way forward." In his heart he knew it was just a lie, he only wanted to kidnap her and probably kill her.With every step, Cassey's mind sprinted, searching for an escape route, a way out of this nightmare. She knew she had to reach the ground floor and find help before Miller caught up to her. Pu
Protecting my family Mr and Mrs. Larkin couldn't understand what just happened, why Kim could come to their house to insult and embarrass them. They tried to understand what the problem was but Miller was not telling them what they wanted to hear. And when they pushed further, Miller became angry and began to rain insults at them.As Miller's parents engaged in the confrontation between them and Kim, continued. They couldn't fathom why Kim was so furious or what had transpired to provoke such a reaction."What's going on with you, Miller? We only asked a question." Miller's father demanded, his voice covered with care and gentleness. He was already tired of Miller and all his troubles but then he still tried to know what was wrong with him so he could help him. But before he could utter another word, Miller exploded with rage, his face contorted with fury as he unleashed a torrent of insults and curses upon his bewildered parents. He lashed out at them, blaming them for his trouble
The new information Kim’s Office……The investigator dialed Kim's number, his heart pounding with urgency. His new discovery would help with the investigation against the Larkin family. When Kim answered, he wasted no time getting to the point."Boss, it's me. I've got some news about the Larkin family," the investigator said, his voice tense.Kim listened intently, a furrow forming on his brow as the investigator relayed the latest findings."They've started a new business, but it's not what it seems. I think they're in cahoots with some corrupt officials, helping them funnel money through their operations," the investigator explained.Kim's grip tightened on the phone as he processed the information. "Thanks for the heads up. I'll look into it," he replied, his voice clipped with determination.As the call ended, Kim's mind dashed with possibilities. It was clear the Larkins were up to no good, and he was determined to discover the truth.Kim sat in his office, pondering over the r
Miller’s planMiller's phone rang loudly, interrupting his thoughts as he sat in his lavish sitting room, his new business was giving him a lot of joy. He had finally started becoming the kind of person he had envisioned for himself. With a sigh, he picked up the call, expecting yet another clash of conversation with his father."Miller, it's your father," came the stern voice on the other end of the line."What do you want, Dad?" Miller replied, his tone laced with annoyance."I've been hearing rumors about you opening up a new business, a gold store. Is there any truth to it?" his father inquired, his voice tinged with apprehension.Miller's chest swelled with pride as he leaned back in his chair. "Yes, Dad, there is. I've ventured into the gold business, and let me tell you, it's going to make me even richer than before, more richer than you. I will no longer lick your ass, I have money now to buy anything I want."His father's tone softened slightly as he congratulated him. "That'
Kim’s thoughtfulnessKim’s office….Kim sat at his desk, his brow furrowed in concentration as he wondered about the best approach to obtain a warrant to search Miller's gold business. He knew he needed solid evidence to convince a judge, but gathering that evidence would require careful planning and strategy. He was ready for Miller and he didn't want to mess things up. "I need to find a way to link Miller to illegal activities, strong evidence, something he couldn't deny easily," Kim muttered to himself, tapping his pen thoughtfully against his chin.He began to brainstorm, thinking about the options and considering the potential risks. He couldn't afford to make any mistakes – not when Miller was involved."I could start by gathering information from informants," Kim mused, scribbling down notes on a pad of paper. "Someone must know something about Miller's dealings. But who could that be?"But relying solely on whistle-blowers wasn't enough. Kim needed concrete evidence – somethi
The Interrogation Kim made his way to the office, the busy city streets alive with the energy of the morning rush. He navigated through the crowds with ease, his mind focused on the investigation on the ground.As he entered the office building, Kim was greeted with nods of respect from his junior colleagues. They looked up to him as a mentor and leader, and Kim always made sure to treat them with warmth and kindness in return."Good morning, everyone," Kim greeted, his voice cheerful as he passed by their desks."Good morning, Mr. Kim," they replied in unison, their voices filled with respect.Kim smiled warmly at their response, grateful for the love and respect that existed within his team. He knew that their support was invaluable in his line of work, and he made sure to show his appreciation at every opportunity.Settling into his office, Kim wasted no time getting down to business. He sifted through the latest reports and updates, his focus laser-sharp as he searched for any ne