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The Mysterious Midnight Magnate 38: A Frightened Candidate
Through the window of her apartment, Sarah's heart pounded in her chest as she caught sight of the dangerous hitmen approaching, their faces twisted in malice, guns and knives glinting in the dim light. Fear gripped her as she realized the imminent danger she and her family faced.But as the hitmen drew closer, they suddenly paused, their eyes widening in surprise as they spotted Sarah's bodyguards stationed outside. With a muttered curse, they exchanged wary glances before hesitantly backing away, disappearing into the shadows.Sarah's hands trembled as she clutched her phone, her heart pounding with fear. She dialed Mr. Radcliffe's number with shaking fingers, praying that he would answer.When Eric picked up, his voice was calm and reassuring, but Sarah could barely speak. Her words tumbled out in a rush as she struggled to explain the danger she was in."Mr. Radcliffe, it's... it's Martin Skarsgard. He... he sent men to kill me," Sarah's voice was shaky as she revealed this.Eric'
The Mysterious Midnight Magnate 39: Warning
As Eric entered the dimly lit club, the atmosphere was heavy with the stench of alcohol and the sound of murmured conversations. In a secluded corner, Martin Skarsgard sat, nursing a drink and cursing vehemently under his breath. "Damn Radcliffe! If it weren't for him, Sarah Martinez would've been out of the picture by now. The election would've been postponed, and I would've had more time to deal with her," Martin Skarsgard was beyond frustrated.His friend, sitting beside him, nodded at this."Yeah, it's messed up. But hey, didn't Radcliffe have a hand in picking Martinez to run against you?" The man asked, seemingly curious.Martin Skarsgard's scowl deepened as he took another sip of his drink."That's what makes it even worse. Radcliffe is playing dirty, using Martinez as a pawn to spite me," he replied and clenched the glass of vodka he was holding.Skarsgard's friend leaned in, his voice hushed."You ever crossed paths with Radcliffe before? Maybe there's some history between y
The Mysterious Midnight Magnate 40: The Downfall Of Martin Skarsgard
As the day of the mayoral election arrived, Sarah Martinez's nerves were at an all-time high. She paced back and forth in the holding area backstage, her mind racing with doubts and fears."What if I don't win, Mr. Radcliffe? What if all of this was for nothing?" Sarah asked Eric with uncertainty masked in her eyes.Eric, standing beside her in an expensive outfit , placed a reassuring hand on her shoulder."Sarah, you've worked tirelessly, and you have a strong backing. The results cannot be manipulated. You've got this," he assured her.Sarah took a deep breath, trying to calm her racing heart as the announcer's voice rang through the venue, signaling the start of the event.As Sarah prepared to take the stage, a hush fell over the crowd. But amidst the anticipation, a sense of dread washed over her as she caught sight of Martin Skarsgard entering the venue, flanked by his supporters.Their eyes met briefly, and Sarah shuddered, the memory of the danger she had narrowly escaped ju
The Mysterious Midnight Magnate 41: The Wedding
As Emily stood in front of the mirror, her mood was somber, her thoughts consumed by the impending wedding to Mason Hargraves. She couldn't believe this was happening, especially after all she had gone through to try to change her family's mind. And to make matters worse, it had been a week since she last heard from Eric, the man who had promised to protect herJust as Emily was lost in her thoughts, her mother entered the room, her presence bringing comfort and frustration. She wrapped her arms around Emily in a tight hug, trying to reassure her."Don't worry, sweetheart. Once you're married, Mason will change. You'll see," Emily's mother assured her.Emily shook her head, her eyes clouded with doubt and uncertainty."I don't think so, Mom. If I had the chance, I would run away from all this," she confessed.Her mother sighed, a knowing look in her eyes."You'll come to love him, Emily. Just like I didn't fall in love with your father until years later. Who knows if you might fall
The Mysterious Midnight Magnate 42: To Steal The Bride
As Mr. Radcliffe made his presence known, Mason's eyes narrowed in alert, a mixture of surprise and anger flashing across his face. This was the same man who had caused him and his family so much suffering, the same man who had plotted his father's arrest and caused his father to await trial.An enraged Mason stepped forward, his voice laced with fury as he confronted Mr. Radcliffe."What are you doing here? Haven't you caused enough damage to me and my family already?" Mason snarled at him, unbeknownst it was Eric.Mr. Radcliffe adjusted his signature shades with a smirk, his gaze locking with Mason's."Emily doesn't want to marry you, Mason. So, the wedding needs to stop," he said.Gasps of disbelief rippled through the stunned congregation as Mr. Radcliffe's words hung in the air, sending shockwaves through the room. Emily felt a surge of confusion and disbelief wash over her. Was Mr. Radcliffe acting on Eric's behalf? And if so, how had Eric managed to pull off such a feat?Mean
The Mysterious Midnight Magnate 43: To Her Aid
As the car glided down the winding road, Emily sat beside "Mr. Radcliffe" in the passenger seat, her heart still racing from the adrenaline of the day's events. She turned to him with relief and gratitude evident in her eyes. "I can't thank you enough for what you did back there. You saved me, Mr. Radcliffe. I don't know what I would have done without you," she said out loud, meaning every wordHis hands steady on the wheel, waved her thanks away with a casual gesture."Don't mention it, Emily. Sometimes, it's necessary to be a little rebellious, to stand up for what you believe in. You're not a child anymore; you have the right to make your own choices," he told her Emily's brow furrowed in contemplation as she mulled over his words, her mind still reeling from the emotions she had experienced."But what choice did I have? My father... he would have found me no matter where I ran. It's like I was trapped, with no way out," she muttered.He glanced at her briefly, a hint of sympathy
The Mysterious Midnight Magnate 44: Azure Oasis
As Eric approached Emily, he couldn't help but notice the genuine smile that lit up her face. Without hesitation, she rushed forward, enveloping him in a tight hug."Eric! I can't believe you're here!" Emily exclaimed, her voice filled with gratitude. "Thank you so much for everything, for helping me through Mr. Radcliffe."Eric returned her embrace, a smile tugging at the corners of his lips. "You're welcome, Emily. I couldn't let you go through with that wedding," he replied sincerely.Emily pulled back slightly, her eyes shining with sincerity. "Mr. Radcliffe is such a good man. He's so down to earth and kind," she remarked, admiration evident in her tone.Eric chuckled, a playful glint in his eyes. "Starting to have eyes for Mr. Radcliffe, are we?" he teased, raising an eyebrow.Emily shook her head adamantly, her cheeks flushing slightly. "No, of course not! I mean, he's nice and all, but..." she trailed off, realizing the absurdity of the suggestion.Eric smirked knowingly, a hi
The Mysterious Midnight Magnate 45: Concerns About Mr. Radcliffe
In the elegant confines of the Walter family's luxurious home, the atmosphere was tense as they gathered to discuss the unexpected turn of events surrounding Emily's wedding.Emily's mother, her expression fraught with confusion and concern, voiced the question that weighed heavily on her mind."How did Mr. Radcliffe just showed up like that, humiliated Mason, and whisk Emily away?" She asked no one in particular.Emily's father remained silent, his stunned expression reflecting the bewilderment shared by the rest of the family.Meanwhile, Simon, Emily's cousin, seized the opportunity to spread malicious rumors, his voice dripping with venom as he made false claims about Emily's relationship with Mr. Radcliffe."Well, I've been saying all along that Emily has been warming Mr. Radcliffe's bed. Did you see how he ignored everyone at the industrial event and only approached Emily? Now look at what happened at the wedding," Simon said.Despite his mother's attempts to silence him, Simon c
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