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The Return Of Franklin Miles   CHAPTER ONE HUNDRED AND THIRTY
In Franklin's suite Daisy took a steadying breath, trying to find the right words. âIt happened⌠that night. When the hotel was under attack. We hid together, remember? We⌠didnât plan it, but it just happened,â she said softly, her gaze dropping.Franklin rubbed his temples, clearly stressed. âYouâre saying⌠that nightâŚ?â He looked around, as if trying to make sense of it all.Daisyâs expression softened, understanding his worry. She reached into her bag, pulling out a small paper and handing it to him. âTake a look. I wanted you to have proof.âFranklin took the paper, eyes scanning it as his face shifted, trying to process the reality in front of him.Franklinâs face looked stunned as he read over the paper Daisy handed him. His brows shot up, and he looked at her, wide-eyed. âYouâre⌠pregnant?ââYes!â Daisy replied, her voice louder than she meant.He shook his head, a tense smile forming. âWell, good for you,â he said coolly, handing the paper back. âNow, if you donât mind, I was
The Return Of Franklin Miles   CHAPTER ONE HUNDRED AND THIRTY-ONE
Midway through his drive Franklin reconsidered his decision. His hands gripped the steering wheel tightly as he stared at the glowing lights in the distance. He couldnât go and drown his frustration in alcoholâit would only add fuel to the fire. The last thing he needed was for anyone to see him like that and spread stories that could damage his already crumbling reputation.Shaking his head, Franklin let out a long breath, silently urging himself to retreat. He turned the car around and drove back to the hotel, his thoughts racing. He needed someone to talk to, someone who wouldnât judge him or make things worse.When he pulled into the hotel parking lot, the place was already getting isolated and he was sure Daisy was gone. Relief washed over him. At least he wouldnât have to face the night alone.Franklin hurried to his suite, but before he could reach the door, Vera was already there, opening it.âWelcome back! I made yourââ Her words were cut off as Franklin involuntarily leaned
The Return Of Franklin Miles   CHAPTER ONE HUNDRED AND THIRTY-TWO
Vera arched her brow. âWhat else?ââItâs the lady that visited this morning,â he admitted reluctantly.Veraâs expression hardened. She was tempted to ask why she visited him so early in the morning. Unless he had something going on with her, what other reason could there possibly be to bother about her sudden reappearance?âAre you in a relationship with her?â Vera asked bluntly, deciding it was better to get it out in the open than to speculate.âRelationship? No. Even if I wanted to, she makes it impossible to feel anything but frustration.ââThen whatâs the issue? Why are you thinking about her?âFranklin hesitated, struggling to find the words. He had barely wrapped his head around what Daisy had told him, let alone figured out how to explain it to Vera.Veraâs patience began to waver as his silence dragged on. She folded her arms, ready to press him further, but he finally broke the tension.âSheâs pregnant,â he blurted out.Vera froze, her mind racing as the words sank in. âPreg
The Return Of Franklin Miles   CHAPTER ONE HUNDRED AND THIRTY-THREE
The next day in Miles Empire, the boardroom was unusually bright that morning, sunlight pouring through the large windows. The executives of Miles Empire sat around the long table, each wearing expressions that ranged from cautious optimism to outright frustration.Mr. Patel was the first to break the silence. He tapped his fingers on the table, his gaze shifting between the documents in front of him. âAre we really going to do this? This deal feels more like selling our company than saving our company.âMr. Reynolds adjusted his glasses, leaning back in his chair. âDo we have another option, Patel? Weâve been over this. Without this deal, Miles Empire wonât survive. We canât afford to delay any longer.âMr. Thayer straightened his tie, his voice calm but firm. âReynolds is right. We need Bill Fordâs resources to rebuild our reputation and keep our investors from pulling out completely. Itâs not ideal, but itâs necessary.âPatel shook his head, frustration evident on his face. âNecess
The Return Of Franklin Miles   CHAPTER ONE HUNDRED AND THIRTY-FOUR
It was towards evening when Daisy stepped out of the luxurious car that Franklin had used to pick her up. Her mouth falling open as she stared at the grandeur of the Empire State Hotel. The towering building glittered under the city lights, its majestic design unlike anything sheâd ever seen before.âWill I be living here with you?â she asked, her voice tinged with awe. âThis place is incredible.ââDonât get used to it,â Franklin replied curtly, his tone as dry as the evening air.As they approached the entrance, Vera was already waiting in the expansive lobby, dressed in an elegant yet casual outfit that made her seem effortlessly at home in the luxurious environment. Her face lit up when she spotted Franklin, and she walked over to greet him with a bright smile.âMr. Franklin,â she greeted warmly, throwing her arms around him. Franklin didnât hesitate to return the hug, his expression softening for the first time in days.Daisy clenched her fists subtly, forcing herself to look away
The Return Of Franklin Miles   CHAPTER ONE HUNDRED AND THIRTY-FIVE
Towards the end of the day, Franklin made his way to the bar at the Empire State Hotel, scanning the room until his eyes landed on Conor seated in a quiet corner.The place wasnât crowded, and soft jazz music played in the background. Conor, his loyal chauffeur, had a calm demeanor, a glass of whiskey resting untouched in front of him.Franklin approached the table. Conor noticed him and stood up slightly, nodding in respect before sitting back down.âEvening, boss,â Conor said, his voice steady.âConor,â Franklin replied, pulling out a chair and taking a seat. A waiter approached, but Franklin waved him off. He wasnât here for a drinkâat least not yet. âI trust you handled the task I gave you?âConor leaned forward, lowering his voice. âOf course. It wasnât easy, though. Professor Arjunâs a cautious man, but I managed to plant the device during his meeting earlier today. He didnât notice a thing.âFranklinâs expression remained unreadable, though a hint of relief flashed in his eyes
The Return Of Franklin Miles   CHAPTER ONE HUNDRED AND THIRTY-SIX
The next morning, Franklin woke up to his phone buzzing relentlessly. His heart sank as he glanced at the screenâit was flooded with notifications from employees, business partners, and even news outlets. Something was very wrong.He reached for the remote and turned on the news. The screen flickered to life, and what he saw made his blood run cold. A leaked video, already trending across the Internet, claimed that the Empire State Hotel had installed hidden cameras in its guest rooms. The footage showed a masked figure supposedly placing the devices, accompanied by an ominous voiceover accusing the hotel of violating guest privacy.The caption below the video read: âEmpire State Hotel EXPOSED: Hidden Cameras Found in Luxury Suites.âFranklin barely had time to process the headline when Vera entered the room, her brows furrowed. She had been staying at the suite close to his for a while but hadnât seen him this tense before.âWhatâs going on?â Vera asked, pausing when she saw his expr
The Return Of Franklin Miles   CHAPTER ONE HUNDRED AND THIRTY-SEVEN
Franklin was seething with rage as he stepped out of the Empire State Hotel that morning. The crowd of protesters, which had been loud but peaceful earlier, suddenly turned hostile the moment they spotted him.âGet out of here, you crook!â someone yelled.Before Franklin could fully register the change in their mood, objects started flying toward himâbottles, scraps of paper, and even small stones. One hit the pavement near his feet, and he quickly retreated back inside the hotel to avoid getting hurt.âWhat the hell is going on?â he muttered under his breath, glancing over his shoulder as the hotel staff hurried to shut the doors.The crowd outside was no longer just shouting slogansâthey were furious. Franklin pulled out his phone, his gut churning with dread. He quickly checked for updates, praying it wasnât what he thought.His worst fears were confirmed.More videos had been posted by the anonymous account, this time claiming to show hotel management ignoring reports about the hi
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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
