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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
The Mysterious Midnight Magnate 71: The Anniversary
The hall buzzed with excitement as guests flooded into the venue for the 35th anniversary of Johansson Enterprises, Calvin's father's company. It was a big deal, with lots of important people showing up, all eager to see what they had in store for the anniversary.Greg Henrik, one of Calvin's older brothers, looked calm and collected as he talked to a waiter, giving him instructions about serving only the VIP guests. After the waiter nodded and left, Lucas, the other brother, approached Greg Henrik, noticing his confident demeanor."You seem pretty relaxed tonight," Lucas commented, eyeing his brother curiously.Greg Henrik smiled confidently and put his hand on Lucas's shoulder. "Tonight, brother, we're going to come out on top," he declared confidently. "Dad may think he's got everything under control, but I've got a plan."Lucas raised an eyebrow, looking skeptical. "What do you mean?" he asked cautiously.Greg Henrik's smile turned into a sly grin. "We'll see who's in charge by th
The Mysterious Midnight Magnate 72: Schemes Of The Johansson Brothers
As the bucket of acid crashed to the floor with a deafening thud, Eric's instincts kicked in, pushing him out of harm's way just in time. A smirk played across his lips as he watched Greg Henrik's stunned expression, the shock evident in his wide eyes."You thought you could catch me off guard," Eric mused, his voice laced with amusement as he stared at Greg Henrik from afar. "But you underestimated me."Around him, the guests murmured in hushed tones, casting nervous glances at the now vacant table where Eric was supposed to be seated. Security personnel rushed to the scene, attempting to restore order as the current host on stage desperately tried to calm the crowd."I can't believe someone would do such a thing!" one guest exclaimed, shaking their head in disbelief."They found a bucket of acid on the ceiling," another whispered, their voice tinged with fear. "It's lucky Mr. Radcliffe moved when he did."Greg Henrik, still recovering from the failed attempt on Mr. Radcliffe’s life
The Mysterious Midnight Magnate 73: Exposing Them
As Mr. Johansson prepared to announce his successor, a sudden commotion interrupted the proceedings. Gasps filled the air as a bucket descended from above, its contents splattering across the stage and drenching the esteemed businessman in pig's blood."Oh my God!" someone cried out in horror, the shock evident on their face.The audience erupted into murmurs and exclamations filling the hall as people recoiled in disbelief at the dreadful sight unfolding before them.Mr. Johansson, stunned and disoriented, attempted to move, but his feet slipped on the slick surface of the stage, causing him to lose his balance and tumble to the ground."Dad!" Calvin's voice rang out, filled with concern, as he rushed forward along with other concerned guests to help his father.Greg Henrik watched the scene unfold with a satisfied smirk, his eyes gleaming with malicious amusement at what he had planned. Even Lucas, who stood nearby, seemed taken aback by the unexpected turn of events, his expressio
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