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The Mysterious Midnight Magnate 63: The Gay General
In Eric's house, Calvin Johansson and his personal assistant, Peter, gathered around a table as they delved into their investigation on Alexander Hargraves. Calvin leaned forward, his expression focused as he began to reveal their findings."According to our sources, Alexander Hargraves is Mason's half-brother, two years his junior," Calvin stated, his voice measured. "Their relationship has always been strained, with Mason being favored by their father and groomed as the heir to the family business."Peter nodded in agreement, adding, "Alexander was left feeling hurt and neglected, which led him to join the military ten years ago. He worked his way up to become a five-star general."Eric listened intently, taking in the information. He knew that understanding Alexander's background would be crucial in their plan of action. As he sipped his coffee, he contemplated the implications of Alexander's military status."Interesting," Eric remarked, his voice laced with satisfaction. "We ne
The Mysterious Midnight Magnate 64: The Mysterious Package
As Mason sat at his desk in his office, engrossed in the day's tasks, his personal assistant, James, entered the room carrying a small package. "Good morning, Mr. Hargraves. This just arrived for you," James announced, setting the package down on Mason's desk.Mason glanced up from his work, his curiosity heightened."Do you know who it's from?" he inquired, eyeing the package with suspicion.James shook his head. "I'm not sure, sir. The dispatcher dropped it off and said it was for you," he replied, his brow furrowing slightly.Mason's interest was further piqued by the mystery surrounding the package. He wasn't accustomed to receiving gifts, especially ones with no indication of the sender's identity. "Odd," he muttered, reaching for the package.As Mason began to unwrap the package, a sense of unease settled over him. Who could possibly be sending him a gift, and why the secrecy? His fingers worked quickly, tearing away the wrapping paper until the contents within were revealed
The Mysterious Midnight Magnate 65: Creating An Impression
As Eric's fingers deftly danced across the strings of the guitar, a sense of mastery enveloped him. True to his prediction, the mysterious ring didn't fail him; instead, it imbued him with a newfound skill that left the audience in awe. With each note he played, the music filled the air, captivating everyone within earshot.A smirk crept onto Eric's face as he continued to strum, relishing in the attention he commanded. All around him, heads turned in his direction, drawn in by the mesmerizing melody he produced. Among the crowd, Alexander's gaze was fixed solely on Eric, his attention captivated by the young man's skillful performance. Despite the chatter of his men, Alexander couldn't tear his eyes away from Eric, completely engrossed in the display before him.Satisfaction coursed through Eric as he observed Alexander's unwavering focus. His plan was unfolding seamlessly, and he had successfully captured the attention of the powerful man he sought to impress.Meanwhile, the au
The Mysterious Midnight Magnate 66: Tricked By The Enemy
The following day, Eric found himself sitting in a cozy diner, nervously waiting for Alexander to arrive. He had invited him there under the guise of discussing business matters, but in reality, Eric's mind was consumed with thoughts of Emily and Mr. Walter, who was still hospitalized. As he scanned the room, Eric couldn't shake off the feeling of unease that lingered within him.Finally, Alexander entered the diner, his presence commanding attention as he made his way over to Eric's table. "Hey there," he greeted with a charming smile, his voice smooth and confident. "Glad you could make it."Eric forced a tight-lipped smile in response, his discomfort growing with each passing moment. "Of course," he replied, gesturing for Alexander to take a seat. "Please, have a seat."As Alexander settled into the chair opposite Eric, the air between them seemed to crackle with tension. Eric shifted uncomfortably, trying to maintain a safe distance from the overly familiar general. But Alexande
The Mysterious Midnight Magnate 67: Torture
In an abandoned warehouse, Eric found himself bound to a chair, outside he was showing an aura of calm and boldness, masking the storm of unease churning within him. He refused to let Alexander see even a hint of fear, determined to maintain a straight face.As Alexander's men secured Eric to the chair, Alexander watched with confusion and curiosity, perplexed by Eric's apparent lack of resistance. Eric's boldness left Alexander puzzled, his brow furrowing in silent contemplation."So, you’re going to kill me?" Eric's voice cut through the tense atmosphere, his words laced with a hint of defiance.Alexander's response was chillingly nonchalant, his lips curling into a sinister smile. "Not yet. That would spoil the fun. I plan to torture you until you plead for death."Eric met Alexander's gaze with a wry smile, his eyes gleaming with Mickey. "Noted. Torture until living becomes hell."A shadow of suspicion crossed Alexander's features as he regarded Eric. "You seem to be handling th
The Mysterious Midnight Magnate 68: A Battle Of Control
"Enough," Alexander barked, his voice cutting through the air like a whip. His men halted their assault, leaving Eric gasping for breath, his body trembling with pain."Pathetic," Alexander spat, his voice dripping with contempt as he glared down at Eric. "You thought you could outsmart me, but now look at you, broken and defeated."Eric's vision blurred with tears as he struggled to focus on Alexander's words, each one a dagger in his wounded pride. The pain radiated through his body like fire, a relentless reminder of his vulnerability in the face of Alexander's cruelty."You're nothing, Radcliffe," Alexander sneered, his voice laced with malice. "I'll end you, and then I'll make sure no one ever knows who you really are."Eric clenched his fists, his jaw clenched with determination despite the agony coursing through his veins. He refused to let Alexander see the fear in his eyes, even as he silently prayed for salvation from the torment.But as the seconds dragged on, Eric's hope b
The Mysterious Midnight Magnate 69: Seven Dead Bodies
As Emily spoon-fed Mr. Walter some food on the hospital bed, the television in the corner of the room broadcasted the grim news. Dread washed over Emily as she watched the headlines flash across the screen, detailing the discovery of seven dead bodies, including that of Alexander Hargraves, a five-star general in the army, and six of his men.Mr. Walter's eyes widened in shock as he processed the news. "Goodness gracious," he murmured, his voice filled with disbelief.Emily's heart sank as she felt a chill run down her spine. The young man who had nearly strangled her grandfather to death, the same man who had threatened her family's safety, was now dead. The realization sent shivers down her spine."I can't believe it," Emily said, her voice barely above a whisper. "Who could have done such a thing?"Mr. Walter shook his head slowly, his expression grave. "I'm not sure, but it's certainly a tragedy," he replied.As Emily continued to watch the news report, her thoughts drifted to Er
The Mysterious Midnight Magnate 70: Questions
The news hit Eric like a ton of bricks, making his mind race with a thousand thoughts.Seven dead bodies were found in an abandoned warehouse, among them Alexander Hargraves and his six men. Eric couldn't wrap his mind around the news that had unfolded, nor could he comprehend how they had all died.The realization that the shocking device which had killed Alexander had been wielded by his own hand left Eric stunned and unsettled. How had his simple plea for help from the mysterious ring unleashed such chaos? It was a question that ate at him, gnawing at the edges of his consciousness.As Eric was still lost in his thoughts with what had transpired, when his thoughts were interrupted by the sudden intrusion of Calvin, barging into his home with an urgency that mirrored the turmoil raging within Eric's own mind."Where have you been?" Calvin demanded, his voice laced with concern. "I've been trying to call you, but your line was unreachable."Eric sighed heavily, his shoulders slumpin
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