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The Return Of Franklin Miles   CHAPTER FIFTY
The welcome party for all the graduating students of Blue Hill College was in full swing as Casey Ford and Lily made their grand entrance into the campus main hall.The hall was painted in the finest of colors and the decorations were nothing short of spectacular.Extravagant lights hung from the high ceilings over the room. Tables were arranged in fine linens, covered with beautiful floral cloths.Casey and Lily were dressed in their most expensive clothes, drawing everyone's attention as they walked through the hall.Casey wore a stunning designer dress adorned with diamonds that shimmered under the lights, while Lily was equally dressed in a silver designer gown."Wow, this place looks amazing," Lily remarked, glancing around in awe. âItâs nothing like the last time we were here.â"It really does," Casey agreed, her eyes scanning the room. "Why don't we go say hi to some people."As they walked, familiar faces from their classes and social circles approached them. First was David S
The Return Of Franklin Miles   CHAPTER FIFTY-ONE
The graduation ceremony was underway when Franklin Miles entered the hall, dressed simply as usual, hoping not to draw any attention to himself.He had made sure that everything at the company was secure before leaving, in case Bill Ford and his associates tried to launch another attack.He instructed his security team, led by Conor, to stay within arm's length and keep a close watch on him. Some people had been targeting him, including Casey Ford, and he couldn't afford to be careless. Deep in thought, he didnât realize he had bumped into someone. It was the school girl he had met on the day he was going to the bank, the one who had knocked him down along with her boyfriend, Maxwell Howard. Known for her reputation, she was often called the high school dog, always moving from one man to another."I'm so sorry!" she exclaimed, looking genuinely remorseful as she realized she had spilled her drink on him. She quickly grabbed a serviette and began to dab at his clothes. "I didn't mean
The Return Of Franklin Miles   CHAPTER FIFTY-TWO
The applause grew louder as Franklin Miles stood up and walked to the stage, feeling a sense of accomplishment and pride well up within him.As Franklin approached the podium, Mr. Harrison extended his hand. "Congratulations, Franklin. Your hard work and dedication have truly paid off."Franklin shook Mr. Harrison's hand and accepted his award. Cameras flashed, capturing the moment. He looked out at the crowd, seeing the astonished faces of his peers and professors.Immediately Casey sat up straight, her eyes wide open with surprise. She had never expected Franklin to win such an important award. She whispered to Lily, "Can you believe it? Franklin is the best graduating student!"Lily nodded, equally shocked. "I didn't see that coming at all. How can this be?""I will make sure to ruin this day for him and expose him in front of everyone as a thief, a scammer and a cheat.â Casey swore.Daisy, on the other hand, was not happy. She frowned and whispered to Richmond, "How did he win? He
The Return Of Franklin Miles   CHAPTER FIFTY-THREE
Franklin had expected some backlash, but he didn't expect it to come from someone he used to know: Daisy.Daisy stood up and pointed at Franklin. "Franklin doesn't deserve this award," she said loudly, her voice shaking with anger. "He has a history of cheating and scamming people."The crowd gasped, and all eyes turned to Daisy. She continued, "He ditched me and ran away with the money we both saved together. He's a thief and a scammer!"Tears began to well up in Daisy's eyes. "I trusted him, and he betrayed me," she said, her voice breaking. Richmond put his arm around her to comfort her. "Franklin doesn't deserve this award. He has lied and cheated to get here."Franklin stood there, stunned. He remembered the joint account he had with Daisy. He had blocked it to cut all ties with her after they broke up.Mr. Harrison looked at Franklin, his face serious. "Franklin, is this true?" he asked. "Did you really do what Daisy is saying?"Franklin took a deep breath, trying to stay calm.
The Return Of Franklin Miles   CHAPTER FIFTY-FOUR
Daisy was happy that she wasn't the only one with bad things to say about Franklin. She and her friends went around the hall, telling everyone that Franklin was a thief and a cheat."I can't believe he got that award," Daisy said, sounding upset. "Franklin is such a liar. He cheated on me and stole money from me!"Emily winked and said. "It's so unfair. He can't be trusted.""He tricked everyone. I don't know how he fooled the teachers." Sarah added.Tom shook his head. "It's unbelievable. Franklin doesn't deserve any praise."Jessica sighed, "And to think he cheated on his exams too. How could he do that?"As Daisy and her friends shared their stories, people started to gather around them, listening with sympathy."I'm so sorry you went through that, Daisy," one girl said, patting her on the back."I had no idea Franklin was like that," a guy added, looking shocked."He's such a fake and a loser," another student said, shaking his head."Thank you for telling us," a girl said. "We ne
The Return Of Franklin Miles   CHAPTER FIFTY-FIVE
After that incident, Franklin was called into an office by a few of the school directors and administrators while his friends, Caleb and Sasha waited outside.One of the administrators, Ms. Arabella Thornfield, began. "Franklin, we need to talk about what just happened. Can you tell us your side of the story?"Franklin nodded. "Yes, ma'am. For the record, I did not cheat or engage in any examination malpractice as Casey Ford has alleged. And Daisy Bernard is lying. She cheated on me first, and I only locked our joint account to cut ties with her. I didn't even know there was any money in it."Mr. Percival, another administrator, leaned forward. "But why would Casey Ford say these things about you? Do you have any idea?"Franklin sighed. "Casey is upset because I refuse an agreement with her. She wants to get back at me. I know it sounds crazy, but that's the truth."Ms. Lydia crossed her arms and scoffed. "Franklin, your background is not wealthy. Itâs hard for some to believe you man
The Return Of Franklin Miles   CHAPTER FIFTY-SIX
Mr. Gerald was in his office, he had less than twelve hours to manipulate Franklinâs results. There were piles of papers in front of him, along with Franklin's exam results and some blank sheets.First, Mr. Gerald carefully reviewed Franklin's original exam papers. He saw that Franklin's answers were correct and well-written. "He's too smart for his own good," Mr. Gerald muttered to himself.He then picked up a stamp and started marking âcanceledâ on Franklin's answers wrong. He crossed out the correct answers.Next, Mr. Gerald printed out a fake answer sheet. He copied Franklin's handwriting as best as he could, making sure the fake answers looked convincing. He filled in wrong answers and left some questions blank.Once he was done with the fake answer sheet, Mr. Gerald placed it in Franklin's exam folder. He made sure everything looked neat and organized so that no one would suspect a thing. He then took the original answer sheet and put it in a drawer, locking it securely.Mr. Ger
The Return Of Franklin Miles   CHAPTER FIFTY-SEVEN
After finishing the phone call with Conor, Franklin went to meet with his friends. He had promised to take them to the most expensive restaurant on campus.He remembered when he used to date Daisy and didn't have money to take her out. Franklin loved Daisy a lot back then, and thatâs why he always treated her with respect even though they never did anything inappropriate.Thinking about Daisy made Franklin feel sad. He wondered if Daisy would want to be with him again now that he was rich. He remembered all the times they held hands while walking in the library, and other places they went together.Just then, Franklin heard a familiar voice call out his name. âFranklin!â He turned around and saw Daisy, Emily and Jessica standing near the entrance of the big restaurant. Tom, and others were also there but not Richmond.Before he could say anything, Emily stepped forward. âWell, well, if it isnât the thief and cheater. What are you doing here, Franklin?âFranklin opened his mouth to res
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CHAPTER TWO HUNDRED AND FOUR
The boardroom of Miles Empire was filled with tension. The long table in the center of the room was surrounded by executives, some whispering among themselves, others sitting in stiff silence.The news of Franklin Milesâ return had traveled fast, and everyone was eager to see what would happen next.The double doors opened, and Franklin walked in, his steps firm and his expression serious. He wore a dark suit that made him look both confident and in control. Behind him were Deborah, Vera, Mr. Russell, and Mr. Stephen. They followed closely, their faces calm but focused.Franklin didnât waste time. He walked straight to the head of the table and stood tall, placing his hands on the surface as he looked around the room. His eyes scanned each person, taking in their reactions.âGood afternoon,â Franklin began, his voice clear and steady. âThank you all for coming. I know the last few weeks have been chaotic, to say the least. But today, things change. Today, I am officially announcing my
CHAPTER TWO HUNDRED AND FOUR
The cafĂŠ where Daisy and Richmond were finally meeting was quiet, the soft hum of conversations and clinking cups filling the air.Daisy sat at a corner table, her hands resting on her lap, fidgeting nervously. She had texted Richmond the day before, asking to meet. To her surprise, he had agreed, though she wasnât sure if it was out of guilt or curiosity.When Richmond walked in, Daisy spotted him immediately. He was wearing a leather jacket over a plain t-shirt, his usual smirk absent from his face. His steps were slow as he approached her table.âYou wanted to talk?â Richmond said, his voice calm but distant as he pulled out a chair and sat down.Daisy nodded, her throat itching. She had rehearsed what she wanted to say a hundred times, but now that he was here, the words felt jumbled. âYes. Thank you for coming.âRichmond leaned back in his chair, crossing his arms. âWhatâs this about, Daisy? I donât have all day.âHer hands gripped the edge of the table as she took a deep breath.
CHAPTER TWO HUNDRED AND THREE
Jake walked into Franklinâs office earlier that day, holding a small USB drive tightly in his hand. Franklin had been sitting behind his desk, reviewing documents, but when he saw Jake, he set the papers down and leaned forward.âJake,â Franklin said, his voice calm but curious.Jake hesitated, his fingers fidgeting with the drive. âI⌠I couldnât keep this anymore. I had to come and show it to you.â He placed the USB on the desk, sliding it toward Franklin.Franklin picked it up, examining it. âWhat exactly is in this?ââRecordings,â Jake said, his voice low. âRecordings of Daisy and my mom. She⌠sheâs the one who planned everything. She told Daisy to trap you, to use the baby as a way to control you.âFor a moment, Franklin didnât move. He just stared at Jake, his jaw tightening. âYouâre serious?âJake nodded. âI swear. I found the recorded conversations. I didnât know if I should tell you at first, but I couldnât live with it anymore.âFranklin looked at him for a long time before s
CHAPTER TWO HUNDRED AND TWO
The courtroom was packed the next morning. Every seat was occupied, and the room hummed with whispers and muffled conversations.Reporters lined the back wall, their cameras ready to capture every moment of the high-profile case. At the center of it all was Franklin Miles and his team, determined to reclaim Miles' Empire and bring justice to those who had tried to destroy it.Ashley in front of their legal table, her briefcase resting neatly beside her. She adjusted her blazer and took a deep breath, glancing at Franklin, who gave her a nod of encouragement. She was nervous but also ready to fight. This wasnât just about saving the company; it was about protecting everything her team had worked for.Bill Ford sat on the other side of the courtroom with his lawyer. His face was stony, but his eyes darted around the room, betraying his unease. Beside him were Prof. Arjun, Ivan, Viktor, Igor, and the Insider, all looking equally tense. The charges against them were serious, and they knew
CHAPTER TWO HUNDRED
In the evening Franklin stood outside the large warehouse. The cold air stung his face, but he didnât care.This was the moment he had been waiting for, a chance to finally put an end to everything Bill Ford and his crew had done.Beside him were Conor, Russell, Stephen, and a team of armed security guards. Everyone was focused, ready for what was about to happen.Conor glanced at Franklin. âWeâve got the building surrounded. No way for them to escape,â he said in a low voice.Franklin nodded. âGood. Letâs move in.âWith a signal from Conor, the security team moved forward, silently positioning themselves around the warehouse.Franklin motioned for Russell and Stephen to follow him as he pushed open the main door. The sound of the door creaking echoed in the quiet space, and inside, they saw Bill Ford standing at a table with Prof. Arjun, Ivan, Viktor, Igor, and the Insider.The men froze when they noticed Franklin and his team. For a moment, no one spoke. The tension in the air was s
CHAPTER ONE HUNDRED AND NINETY-NINE
The door creaked open, and Conor stepped inside. His look was serious, and his eyes glanced around the room, quickly locking onto Franklin.The room was quieter now, with just Franklin, Vera, Deborah, Mr. Hughes, and Ashley seated around the table.Franklin stood up immediately, his hands resting firmly on the table. âWhat did you find out?â he asked.Conor crossed the room and stood beside Franklin, lowering his voice but still loud enough for everyone to hear. âThe Insider met Bill Ford. Theyâre working together, as we suspected. He gave Bill a full update. Told him weâre on to them, mentioned the CCTV footage and the fingerprints.âFranklinâs brows furrowed. âDid they say anything about their next action?âConor nodded, his jaw tightening. âBill Ford is angry, but heâs not giving up. Heâs planning to cover his tracks, maybe destroy the evidence we have against them. Heâs got Viktor, Igor, and Ivan in on it, and Professor Arjun is helping him figure out the technical side. They know
CHAPTER ONE HUNDRED AND NINETY-EIGHT
Franklin's hands were folded in front of him. The room was filled with a few people that had been there for hours.Conor had just left, taking the responsibility of tracking the Insider. Now, it was time for Franklin to make the next move.He glanced at the faces of Vera, Deborah, Mr. Hughes, and Ashley. The group was waiting for him to speak.Franklin inhaled deeply, gathering his thoughts before speaking.âIâve made a decision,â he said quietly, his voice carrying an undercurrent of urgency. âWeâre locking down the building. I want everyone out. No one gets in or out until weâve figured this out. We canât afford to take any more chances. If weâre going to settle this, we need complete control.âVera, always the first to act when things got serious, nodded immediately. âUnderstood. Iâll see to that. details. Everyone will be escorted out, and weâll make sure the perimeter is secure.âDeborah didnât say anything, but Franklin could see the gears turning in her mind. She, too, knew the
CHAPTER ONE HUNDRED AND NINETY-SEVEN
The day had been full of tension, even as the Insider walked out of the meeting room, he felt a sense of fear.He had convinced the others that he was just Paul, a simple logistics employee, and for now, it seemed like they believed him still.But as he made his way out of the building, he had no idea that Conor was silently following him. Franklin had ordered him to keep a close eye on the Insider.Conor stayed far enough behind to remain unnoticed but close enough to follow the Insiderâs every step. He saw the Insider turn into a narrow alley, change the face mask and clothes he was wearing and pull out his phone.Conor stopped and crouched down behind a parked car, straining to see him changing and to hear the conversation.The Insider was speaking to someone on the other end, his voice low and hurried.âI donât know how they found out,â the Insider was saying. âBut the son of Mr. Miles is back. He knows about the plan and they have footage and fingerprints of all of us. Iâm on my
CHAPTER ONE HUNDRED AND NINETY-SIX
The Insider stood at the center of everyoneâs attention, his face calm but his eyes darting nervously around the room.Franklin watched him closely, noting every twitch, every sign of unease.The room was still except for the quiet hum of the laptop, which had just finished playing the damning CCTV footage.âI donât know who this person youâre talking about is,â the Insider said, his voice steady but with a hint of defensiveness. âYouâve got the wrong man. Iâm Paul. I work in logistics. Check with my teamâtheyâll tell you.âFranklin narrowed his eyes, his fingers tightening on the edge of the table. Paul? Is that the best he could come up with?Conor exchanged a glance with Franklin, then stepped forward, his arms crossed over his chest. âPaul, huh? If youâre so innocent, then how do you explain the fingerprints on the server equipment? They match yours.âThe Insider shrugged, trying to look unconcerned. âItâs not uncommon to have similar fingerprints in large companies. Maybe someone
