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The Return Of Franklin Miles   CHAPTER NINETY-THREE
Inside the bulletproof car, Richmond Wright received the information that Franklin is the owner and current CEO of the Empire State Hotel.Richmond's eyes widened in shock as he processed the news. "Franklin? The owner of the Empire State Hotel?" He muttered, almost in disbelief.Casey felt a mix of surprise and unease too; she has always known that something about Franklin’s identity does not add up. "How did he pull this off?" she whispered, more to herself than to Richmond.Richmond on the other hand has always thought of Franklin as just a nobody. But now, realizing he had somehow acquired the money, power, and influence to purchase his family's most prestigious hotel. He became short of words.The security team, stationed around the car, quickly opened the doors for them.Richmond and Casey walked out with boldness toward the entrance of the hotel.Inside the ballroom, the guests and workers were still lying on the floor, their faces pale and their bodies trembling.Big Joe stood
The Return Of Franklin Miles   CHAPTER NINETY-FOUR
In the quiet of the room, Daisy was already thinking of how she could get Franklin to drink the supplement. She had to be very careful, so she started by pretending to be worried about him and everything that had just happened. "Franklin," Daisy said softly while still sitting close to him on the bed, "I'm so scared. I don't know what I would do if something happened to you. You've been so strong through all this, but you need to relax and take care of yourself too."Franklin looked at her, his face tired and stressed. "I know, Daisy. It's been a rough night. But I need to stay sharp, just in case anything else happens."Daisy nodded, her face showing concern, but inside, she was already planning her next move. "Of course," she said, "but at least have something to drink. It'll help you calm down." She reached for a bottle of wine on the table. "Let me pour you a glass."Franklin hesitated. "I don't think I should be drinking right now. I need to keep a clear head."Daisy smiled swee
The Return Of Franklin Miles   CHAPTER NINETY-FIVE
Franklin kept looking at Daisy, his eyes softening as the effects of the supplement began to take hold. He reached out and gently touched her face, his voice tender. “Daisy… I don’t know what it is, but I feel something for you. It’s like… I’ve never seen anyone as beautiful as you.”Daisy smiled sweetly, playing along, “Really, Franklin? You’re just saying that.”“No, I’m serious,” Franklin insisted, his gaze never leaving hers. “You’re the most beautiful girl I’ve ever seen. I don’t know why I never noticed it before, but now, it’s like you’re all I can think about.”Daisy blushed, her heart racing as she kept her smile in place. “That’s so sweet of you, Franklin. I’ve always admired you too. You’re so strong and successful… I always thought you were out of my league.”Franklin shook his head, his hand moving down to hold hers. “No, Daisy, you’re perfect. I don’t know why we broke up, but now I want to make up for it. I want to take care of you, make sure you’re happy.”Daisy squeez
The Return Of Franklin Miles   CHAPTER NINETY-SIX
As Conor and his security team stormed into the ballroom at Empire State Hotel, everyone in the room froze in their place.The guests and workers, who were already scared, looked even more terrified. Their eyes were wide with fear, and some of them started to tremble.The room was silent except for the sound of people shifting nervously.Big Joe’s boys, who had been acting tough, suddenly seemed scared. Their hands tightened around their guns, and a few of them exchanged worried looks.They hadn’t expected someone like Conor to show up with such a strong team. Conor’s men were clearly well-trained, and their entrance was intimidating.Seeing his men start to lose their nerve, Big Joe quickly moved in front of them. He wanted to remind them who was in charge. "Stand your ground," he growled in a low, firm voice. "We’re still in control here. Don’t forget who you’re with."His words seemed to help a little, as the boys stood up straighter, but there was still a hint of fear in their eye
The Return Of Franklin Miles   CHAPTER NINETY-SEVEN
After Conor gave the signal, his men sprang into action almost immediately.One of Conor’s men, Jake, fired the first shot. It hit Tony in the shoulder, causing him to drop his gun and fall to his knees.Tony gasped in pain, clutching his shoulder. "Ouch!" he spat, but Jake was already moving on.Gary tried to fight back, his eyes wild with fear. "You will pay for this!" he yelled, but another of Conor’s men, Sam, was quicker.Sam kicked the gun out of Gary’s reach, sending it skidding across the floor. Gary lunged for it, but Sam kicked him hard in the chest, sending him to the floor with a groan."Stay down," Sam warned, pointing his gun at Gary, who wisely stayed put, his hands raised in surrender.The ballroom erupted into confusion as gunfire filled the air. All the guests and workers ducked or ran for cover. But the fight was on.A middle-aged man pulled his wife to the floor behind an overturned table. "Oh God, they’re shooting! Get down! Get down!" His voice was shaky, but he
The Return Of Franklin Miles   CHAPTER NINETY-EIGHT
On the other side of the room, Big Joe was tougher than the others. He fired at Conor himself with rage. "Come on! Let’s finish this!" he shouted.Conor was ready. He dodged the bullet and fired back, the shot grazing Big Joe’s arm.Big Joe roared in anger, charging at Conor like a bull. They collided in the middle of the room, each trying to overpower the other."You think you can take me down?" Big Joe growled, landing a punch on Conor’s side.Conor gritted his teeth against the pain, responding by kneeing Big Joe in the stomach.Big Joe doubled over, and Conor grabbed him, throwing him against a table. The table shattered under Big Joe’s weight, leaving him gasping on the floor.Nick, one of Big Joe’s men, tried to sneak up on Conor, but another of Conor’s men, Randy, saw him coming."Not so fast," Randy muttered, quickly aiming and firing a shot. The bullet hit Nick in the thigh, and Nick screamed in pain, collapsing to the ground. He tried to crawl away, but Randy wasn’t about to
The Return Of Franklin Miles   CHAPTER NINETY-NINE
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.Franklin’s 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 didn’t resemble his place at all—it was too plain, the walls too stark. "And where exactly are we?""You don’t recall?" Daisy asked with a teasing smile. "Should I be upset or just laugh it off?"Franklin wasn’t amused in the slightest. Somehow, he ha
The Return Of Franklin Miles   CHAPTER ONE HUNDRED
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. We’ve made promises, and we need to deliver."Vera, sitting next to her, nodded. "I’ve already started drafting emails to each partner, updating them on the progress we’re 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 can’t afford any delays. Stephen, you and I will handle the numbers and make s
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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 Miles’ 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 didn’t 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.“Good afternoon,” Franklin began, his voice clear and steady. “Thank 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 café 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 wasn’t 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.“You wanted to talk?” 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. “Yes. Thank you for coming.”Richmond leaned back in his chair, crossing his arms. “What’s this about, Daisy? I don’t have all day.”Her hands gripped the edge of the table as she took a deep breath.
CHAPTER TWO HUNDRED AND THREE
Jake walked into Franklin’s 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.“Jake,” Franklin said, his voice calm but curious.Jake hesitated, his fingers fidgeting with the drive. “I… I couldn’t keep this anymore. I had to come and show it to you.” He placed the USB on the desk, sliding it toward Franklin.Franklin picked it up, examining it. “What exactly is in this?”“Recordings,” Jake said, his voice low. “Recordings of Daisy and my mom. She… she’s the one who planned everything. She told Daisy to trap you, to use the baby as a way to control you.”For a moment, Franklin didn’t move. He just stared at Jake, his jaw tightening. “You’re serious?”Jake nodded. “I swear. I found the recorded conversations. I didn’t know if I should tell you at first, but I couldn’t live with it anymore.”Franklin 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 wasn’t 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 didn’t 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. “We’ve got the building surrounded. No way for them to escape,” he said in a low voice.Franklin nodded. “Good. Let’s move in.”With 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. “What did you find out?” he asked.Conor crossed the room and stood beside Franklin, lowering his voice but still loud enough for everyone to hear. “The Insider met Bill Ford. They’re working together, as we suspected. He gave Bill a full update. Told him we’re on to them, mentioned the CCTV footage and the fingerprints.”Franklin’s brows furrowed. “Did they say anything about their next action?”Conor nodded, his jaw tightening. “Bill Ford is angry, but he’s not giving up. He’s planning to cover his tracks, maybe destroy the evidence we have against them. He’s 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.“I’ve made a decision,” he said quietly, his voice carrying an undercurrent of urgency. “We’re locking down the building. I want everyone out. No one gets in or out until we’ve figured this out. We can’t afford to take any more chances. If we’re going to settle this, we need complete control.”Vera, always the first to act when things got serious, nodded immediately. “Understood. I’ll see to that. details. Everyone will be escorted out, and we’ll make sure the perimeter is secure.”Deborah didn’t 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 Insider’s 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.“I don’t know how they found out,” the Insider was saying. “But the son of Mr. Miles is back. He knows about the plan and they have footage and fingerprints of all of us. I’m on my
CHAPTER ONE HUNDRED AND NINETY-SIX
The Insider stood at the center of everyone’s 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.“I don’t know who this person you’re talking about is,” the Insider said, his voice steady but with a hint of defensiveness. “You’ve got the wrong man. I’m Paul. I work in logistics. Check with my team—they’ll tell you.”Franklin 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. “Paul, huh? If you’re so innocent, then how do you explain the fingerprints on the server equipment? They match yours.”The Insider shrugged, trying to look unconcerned. “It’s not uncommon to have similar fingerprints in large companies. Maybe someone
