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The Return Of Franklin Miles   CHAPTER ONE HUNDRED AND FORTY-THREE
Within three days, the culprits requested a meeting with Franklin at the Empire State Hotel. The three men sat stiffly around the polished conference table as Franklin entered the room with an air of calm confidence. He moved to a seat at the far end of the table, facing them directly.“Good of you to make time for us, Mr. Franklin,” Robert Grant began, his tone formal but strained.Franklin leaned back in his chair, crossing his arms. “I assumed it must be important if you called me here. What’s this about?”The men exchanged cautious glances, their unease palpable. Over the last few days, rumors and whispers had started to circulate, some tied to them and others to the recent upheaval involving the hotel. The tension in the room was unmistakable.“Well,” Henry Collins began hesitantly, “we thought it necessary to revisit the terms of your recent proposal.”“Revisit?” Franklin echoed, arching a brow. “That’s a change of heart. Not long ago, you all were quite adamant about not having
The Return Of Franklin Miles   CHAPTER ONE HUNDRED AND FORTY-FOUR
Daisy walked into the suite, her confident smile faltering when her eyes landed on Franklin sitting silently in the living room. He didn’t look angry—just watchful, like he had been waiting for her.“You’re still awake?” she asked, setting her bag down by the door.“I could ask you the same thing,” he replied coolly, leaning forward slightly. “It’s late.”She hesitated, then moved closer. “I had a few things to take care of, Franklin. Nothing to worry about.”“I’d hope so,” he said, standing slowly. “Though I have to wonder what’s been keeping you out so often. Are these errands of yours really that urgent?”Her gaze flickered, but she forced a laugh. “You’re starting to sound like my mom. It’s nothing serious. I told you, I’ve been visiting her.”Franklin tilted his head, his expression unchanging. “That’s funny, because you never made mention of that to me.”Daisy’s face froze for a split second before she managed a response. “I’m sorry I didn’t tell you ahead of time.”His voice wa
The Return Of Franklin Miles   CHAPTER ONE HUNDRED AND FORTY-FIVE
The moment Daisy got back to the hotel, she realized she had run out of her prescribed vitamins. Not wanting to bother anyone, she decided to go to the pharmacy herself. It was a quiet evening, and she hoped to get there and back without drawing attention.As she stepped out, pulling her jacket tighter against the cool breeze, a faint uneasiness settled in. She couldn’t shake the feeling that someone was following her. Glancing over her shoulder, she spotted a car moving slowly, its headlights dimmed but staying close enough to be suspicious.Her fingers trembled as she fumbled for her phone. She quickly texted Franklin:“Someone’s following me. I’m walking to the pharmacy near 7th Street. Can you come?”Franklin’s reply was immediate.“Stay where you are. Don’t move. I’ll be there.”Minutes felt like hours as Daisy stood near the pharmacy entrance, her heart pounding. When Franklin finally arrived, pulling up in his sleek black car, she let out a shaky breath. He got out quickly, his
The Return Of Franklin Miles   CHAPTER ONE HUNDRED AND FORTY-SIX
The next day, Franklin was in his office. Across from him were, Mr. Hugh and Conor sitting attentively, waiting for him to speak.“I’ve been thinking about this for a while,” Franklin began, his tone steady but resolute. “The attack on the hotel and the attention Daisy’s been getting—it’s clear we’re not as secure as I’d like to think.”Conor leaned forward, resting his elbows on his knees. “You think someone’s targeting you specifically?”Franklin nodded. “It’s a strong possibility. I can’t afford to take any chances, especially with Daisy and the baby involved. I need to get her somewhere safe—a home where she doesn’t have to look over her shoulder.”Mr. Hugh adjusted his glasses, his expression thoughtful. “And what about the hotel? It’s been your primary focus for the past few months.”“That’s where you, Deborah and Vera come in,” Franklin replied, meeting his gaze. “I want you and Deborah to manage the hotel. You’ve both been incredible with the day-to-day operations, and I trus
The Return Of Franklin Miles   CHAPTER ONE HUNDRED AND FORTY-SEVEN
Ashley had been Franklin’s go-to lawyer for the past few months and she came to oversee their new home.“I thought you’d already be unpacking by now,” she remarked, setting her leather briefcase on the table and glancing around the sparsely decorated room.Daisy, curled up on the couch, smiled faintly. “We’ve been… busy. It’s been a lot to process.”Ashley arched an eyebrow. “I can imagine. First, acquiring a new company, and now moving into this place—it’s a lot of change in a short time. But at least you’ve managed to get everything squared away legally.”Franklin joined them, a small grin tugging at his lips. “Thanks to you, Ashley. If it weren’t for your work on the acquisition, we’d still be stuck dealing with endless paperwork.”Ashley allowed a rare smile to creep across her face. “It’s what you pay me for. Besides, I wasn’t going to let you sign anything without knowing every detail. That’s why I came in person—to make sure you didn’t miss any hidden clauses.”Daisy tilted her
The Return Of Franklin Miles   CHAPTER ONE HUNDRED AND FORTY-EIGHT
Franklin was in his new home office, surrounded by piles of documents. His new company was finally taking shape, but the process of setting it up had been exhausting.He spent long hours reviewing files, making calls, and meeting with potential clients and partners. It left little time for anything else, let alone paying attention to what Daisy was doing.Meanwhile, Daisy was curled up on the living room couch, her phone in hand. A smile lit up her face as she typed a message to Oliver Hayes. They had been chatting secretly for weeks, and their conversations were the only thing keeping her spirits up.Daisy: Hey, are we still on for tomorrow?The reply came almost immediately.Oliver: Of course. I can’t wait to see you. Same spot as last time?She bit her lip, trying to contain her excitement.Daisy: Yes. I’ll find an excuse to step out. You’re not backing out, are you?Oliver: Never. You’ve been on my mind all day.Daisy’s cheeks flushed as she quickly deleted the messages, making su
The Return Of Franklin Miles   CHANGE ONE HUNDRED AND FORTY-NINE
“Good,” Daisy replied with a smile. “Just the usual.”Franklin watched Daisy closely as she walked in. Something about her felt… off. She looked too happy, too carefree, like she had just come back from a fun trip, not from running errands.“Welcome back,” he said, trying to sound normal.“Thanks!” Daisy replied cheerfully, setting her bag down on the couch.Franklin didn’t say much else. He just stood there, watching her. His gut told him something wasn’t right, but he had no proof. Daisy wasn’t careless. Whatever she was doing, she was covering her tracks well.“You okay?” Daisy asked, tilting her head as she noticed his expression.“Yeah,” Franklin said quickly, forcing a smile. “Just tired.”“You’ve been working too much. You need to rest,” she said sweetly, walking over and giving him a quick hug.Franklin stiffened for a second but then hugged her back. “Yeah, maybe.”The house was quiet, but his mind wasn’t. He couldn’t stop thinking about everything that had happened recently.
The Return Of Franklin Miles   CHAPTER ONE HUNDRED AND FIFTY
The next morning, Franklin decided to break the news to his dad. He’d been staring at his phone for over an hour, debating whether to make the call. He knew what his father’s reaction would be, but he couldn’t keep this a secret forever.Taking a deep breath, he dialed the number.“Franklin,” his father answered after the second ring. “It’s been a while. You’ve finally decided to stop hiding?”Franklin ignored the jab. “I need to tell you something.”There was a long pause on the other end. “Go on.”Franklin rubbed his temple, the words heavy in his throat. “Daisy’s pregnant.”Silence.“Dad?”“Are you telling me,” his father’s voice came low and sharp, “that the girl I explicitly told you to stay away from is now carrying your child?”Franklin felt his chest tighten. “Yes.”“You knew she was trouble, Franklin! I warned you about this girl from the start. And yet, here you are, proving me right again.”Franklin clenched his fist. “Dad, I’m handling it.”“Handling it?” his father barked
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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
CHAPTER ONE HUNDRED AND NINETY-FIVE
The light from the overhead lamps made the space feel brighter. Franklin, who had arrived earlier than the usual time, took a seat and his hands rested on the table, fingers lightly tapping as he waited for the others.His mind raced with thoughts about what was going to happen today. This is the time. No more hiding. It’s time to face Bill Ford and his evil schemes.The door creaked open, and Conor stepped inside, carrying a laptop bag and a small black case.Behind him was Mr. Hughes, who looked serious as always.Then came Ashley, her expression calm but her fingers nervously clutching a folder.Vera and Deborah entered last, talking quietly between themselves.Everyone greeted and took their seats around the table.Franklin stood up, clearing his throat. “Thanks for coming, everyone. We don’t have much time, so let’s get straight to it.”Conor placed the black case on the table and unlocked it, pulling out a small stack of papers and a flash drive.“We’ve gathered enough proof to
