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The Return Of Franklin Miles   CHAPTER ONE HUNDRED AND FORTY-ONE
On her way back, Daisy ran into Oliver Hayes, an old boyfriend.Oliver waved her down with a warm smile. “Daisy Bernard! I didn’t expect to see you out and about.”Caught off guard but not wanting to seem rude, Daisy returned the smile. “Oliver! It’s been ages. How’ve you been?”“I’m doing alright. What about you? You look like you could use a good meal and some company. How about lunch?”Daisy hesitated. She wasn’t sure if this was a good idea, given everything going on with Franklin and the hotel, but Oliver was persistent. “Come on, it’s just lunch. I’m sure you’ve got plenty to catch me up on.”Relenting, Daisy agreed. “Alright, but only if you’re buying.”“Deal,” Oliver said with a chuckle, leading her to a small, quiet diner.They sat across from each other, and Oliver dove right into the conversation after the waiter left. “So, Daisy, I heard some rumors about you being back. Never thought I’d run into you like this.”“Well, I didn’t exactly plan on being here,” Daisy admitted.
The Return Of Franklin Miles   CHAPTER ONE HUNDRED AND FORTY-TWO
Inside one of the private lounges at the Empire State Hotel, Franklin sat at the head of a sleek glass table, his fingers drumming lightly against its edge. He glanced at the wall clock.Moments later, the door opened quietly, and Conor, Franklin’s butler, stepped in. Always composed, Conor carried a slim folder under one arm. Without waiting for instruction, he approached Franklin and placed the folder on the table.“Did you find anything?” Franklin asked, his voice calm but firm. “About the allegations about the CCTV footage”Conor gave a slight nod. “Yes, sir. This contains profiles on the individuals causing the most disruption. The key troublemakers are Robert Grant, Henry Collins, and Samuel Bates. They appear to be leading the protests against the hotel. The rest seem to be simply tagging along.”Franklin flipped the folder open, his eyes scanning the documents inside. Conor stated. “Based on initial findings, it seems the footage was doctored by someone outside the hotel. I’v
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
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