Franklin awoke the next morning with a pounding headache. He was barely conscious when he felt an unexpected warmth against his chest.He slowly became more alert, the memories of the previous night began to flood back into his mind. He bolted upright in bed, a soft groan sounding beside him, making his heart race.To his shock, Daisy was lying naked beside him on the bed.Panic surged through him as he noticed their clothes scattered haphazardly across the tiled floor.How could that be possible?"Good morning, sweetie" Daisy greeted him with a yawn, stretching out lazily as if nothing was amiss.Franklinâs voice trembled as he asked, "What happened? How did you end up in my bed?" He paused, his gaze sweeping the room, realizing that it didnât resemble his place at allâit was too plain, the walls too stark. "And where exactly are we?""You donât recall?" Daisy asked with a teasing smile. "Should I be upset or just laugh it off?"Franklin wasnât amused in the slightest. Somehow, he ha
The day began early at Miles Empire. It was a very important day, and every employee knew what was at stake.The sun had barely risen when Ms. Deborah, Vera, Mr. Stephen, and Mr. Russell gathered in the meeting room.Ms. Deborah, usually composed, looked more focused than ever. She spread out a thick stack of documents on the table. "We have a lot to get through today," she began, her voice firm. "The agreements with our partners were clear. They expect us to take action, and they expect it now. Weâve made promises, and we need to deliver."Vera, sitting next to her, nodded. "Iâve already started drafting emails to each partner, updating them on the progress weâre making. Communication is key today. We need to keep them informed every step of the way."Mr. Russell, who had been reviewing the financial reports, looked up. "We need to prioritize compensation. These companies are waiting on those funds, and we canât afford any delays. Stephen, you and I will handle the numbers and make s
The âInsiderâ at Miles Empire who had been quietly observing the company for days, knew today was the perfect day to strike. He had spent hours studying the behaviors and routines of the prominent executives at Miles Empire. He knew when they came to work, when they took breaks, and even the way they talked. His plan was simple: sabotage the agreement and ruin the companyâs reputation.The Insider's first move was to impersonate Mr. Stephen. He had perfected Stephen's voice and mannerisms, practicing every little detail until he could flawlessly mimic the acting CEO. Wearing a suit similar to Mr. Stephen's, he walked confidently into an empty office, a place he had discovered was rarely used.He picked up a telephone and dialed a number. âItâs time to make the public announcement.ââGot it!â"Good day, this is Stephen Miles, the acting CEO of Miles Empire. I have an important announcement regarding our recent agreement with the other companies. After careful consideration, we have dec
Franklin was still upset from the intimate moment he shared with Daisy the previous night coupled with the attack in the hotel a few hours ago as he picked up his phone and dialed Conorâs number. He had lost contact with him and his team since the night before, and he needed to know what was going on.After a few rings, Conor answered, his voice calm and reassuring. âYoung master, itâs Conor. Weâve secured the hotel. Youâre safe to return now.âFranklin let out a sigh of relief. âThank you, Conor. I was worried. Who were those guys that attacked us? And why?âConor paused for a moment before responding. âIt was Richmond Wright and his boys, led by Big Joe. They came to take back the Empire State Hotel, claiming it belongs to their family. They accused you of buying it illegally.âFranklinâs expression darkened. âRichmond is just a jealous man. Heâs always been that way. I bought the hotel legally, and I have the documents to prove it.â His voice held a note of anger, but also a sense
The board members of Miles Empire gathered once again at a luxurious 5 star hotel called the central city hotel. They had chosen this location to discuss their plan to overthrow Franklin, Mr. Miles, Mr. Stephen, and Mr. Russell as well as those affiliated with them and kicked them out of the company entirely.Mr. Thayer, the leader of the group, stood at the front of the room, sipping his coffee and looking at the crowd."Friends, we are here today to take a stand," he began, his voice firm and resolute. "We can't let Mr. Miles and those puppets he put in charge ruin our company. Their decisions have been reckless so far, and we need to do something about it."After he finished speaking, Mr. Reynolds nodded vigorously, his eyes flashing with agreement. He scribbled some notes on his pad as he spoke. "I've spoken to investors, and they're fed up with Franklin's leadership," Mr. Reynolds added, his voice rising. "They're willing to support us if we take action."As he spoke, Mr. Lee pul
Casey Ford sat quietly in the backseat of her private car, staring out the window as her security team drove her home. Her thoughts were a whirlwind of worry and confusion.The attack at the Empire State Hotel was something she never anticipated. She couldnât stop thinking about Richmond and the others involved. Her heart raced as she replayed the events in her mind.When they finally arrived at her home, the driver stepped out to open her door. Casey barely noticed as she stepped out, her eyes distant. Maria, her maid, hurried out of the house to greet her."Miss Casey, welcome home," Maria said warmly, though her eyes held concern. "Are you okay? You look so pale."Casey forced a small smile and nodded. "Iâm fine, Maria. Just tired."Maria looked unconvinced but didnât press further. "Come inside, Miss Casey. Iâll make you some tea to help you relax."Casey followed Maria into the house, her mind still racing. As soon as she stepped inside, the familiar surroundings offered little c
Daisy Bernard entered her family's house feeling a sense of accomplishment and all she could think about was the success of her plan.As she stepped into the foyer, she heard her motherâs voice from the living room. âIs that you, Daisy?â âYes, Mom, itâs me,â Daisy replied, slipping off her heels and placing them neatly by the door. She walked further into the house.Her mother, Mrs. Bernard, was sitting elegantly on a plush sofa, sipping tea from a china cup. She looked up as Daisy entered the room, a pleased smile spreading across her face.Her mother had always been a picture of grace and controlâa woman who knew what she wanted and how to get it. Her perfectly coiffed hair makeup was obvious.âCome, sit,â Mrs. Bernard gestured to the seat beside her. âI want to hear all about it.âDaisy sat down, leaning back into the soft cushions. She took a moment to compose herself, then began recounting the events of the previous night. âIt went exactly as we planned,â she said, âFranklin had
Franklin Miles arrived at Miles Empire early the next morning, feeling the weight of everything that had happened over the past few days. He decided not to bring Conor and the rest of his security team back with him; he needed them to stay behind and continue to protect the Empire State Hotel. He couldnât risk another attack, not with so much at stake.Immediately he walked through the front doors, he sensed the tension in the air. The usually bustling lobby was quiet, the employees moving with a sense of purpose but also with an underlying unease. The conversations were hushed, and every face he passed wore a worried expression. It was clear that everyone was on edge, aware of the seriousness of the current situation but unsure of how it would all be resolved.Vera and Ms. Deborah was waiting for him near the elevator, their expressions too was tense but they were relieved to see him. Vera was the first to speak, her tone cautious. "Sir Franklin, how was your trip back?"He nodded, o