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The Return Of Franklin Miles   CHAPTER TWENTY-ONE
In Miles Empire headquarters, the media room buzzed with activity. Reporters and cameramen from various news stations crowded the room, all eager to get a scoop on the new CEO.The room was filled with extravagant, modern furniture and large screens displaying the Miles Empire logo.Mr. Miles, dressed in a tailored suit and flanked by his brother, Mr. Stephen, and Mr. Russell, walked into the room. His entourage was surrounded by burly bodyguards."Ladies and gentlemen," Mr. Miles took the podium and began to address the reporters. "Thank you for coming today. I know you're all eager to meet our new CEO. But unfortunately he is not here to see you all at the moment for some confidential reasons."A reporter from TV News Network raised her hand. "Mr. Miles, can you tell us more about the new CEO's vision for the company and the economy at large?"Mr. Miles smiled. "Ah, yes. He is a brilliant leader. He's currently... uh... indisposed, but I assure you, he will be back soon to share his
The Return Of Franklin Miles   CHAPTER TWENTY-TWO
Conor assembled the rest of the security team in a small, secret office to begin the search for the young master Franklin.The room was lined with computers, maps, and surveillance equipment. The team of security agents, all male, stood around the table, dressed in black tactical gear and armed with guns and radios.Conor, stood at the head of the table. "Okay, guys, we need to find the young master fast before things get worse. We will ask around, show pictures, videos, and posters. But be very discreet. No one has to know he's the new CEO."The team all agreed because they understood the importance of secrecy. They knew that if the news of Franklin's disappearance got out, it could spark a panic and put the entire company at risk.Conor handed out assignments. "John, you check with informants in the business district. Addison, you ask around in the academic centers. I check with sources in the entertainment sector.""Copy that!" John, one of the security men with a thick beard, repl
The Return Of Franklin Miles   CHAPTER TWENTY-THREE
When Casey Ford learnt that Franklin had escaped, she had no word to express her shock. Her security rushed into the small room where they had kept him."How did he escape?!" Casey shouted.A grizzled man with a birthmark below his eye, shook his head. "Ma'am, we don't know, but it seems that he somehow figured out the code and managed to run away."Casey was seething with rage. "How is this even possible?! You're supposed to guard this place and yet, one man has managed to outsmart you all!"Another guard man spoke up. "We underestimated him. But he is way smarter than we gave him credit for.""Smarter than you gave him credit for?! That's an understatement! He's been one step ahead of you this entire time! And now, he's gone and none of you could notice it or even stop him!" Casey's anger boiled over."We don't know how he did it.”Casey's face turned red with anger. "And you call yourselves guards." She paced around the room, her heels clicking on the floor.The security guards tri
The Return Of Franklin Miles   CHAPTER TWENTY-FOUR
"Where are you?" the manager asked."Hello? Hello? I can't hear you." Ahmet responded."Ahmet, where are you? You need to return to the house immediately.”“The signal is breaking up.""Ahmet, can you hear me now? You need to turn around and come back."Ahmet replied, "No, no, I can't... static ...losing signal..."Silence. No response.Ahmet handed the phone to Hasan to call back and understand why the manager was calling."This is the garage manager. You need to… and …. to the garage.""What? What did you say? I can't hear you.""Hasan, can you hear me now? You need to return to the house. It's an emergency.""Emergency? What... static ...can't understand...""Ahmet, Hasan. Do you copy?""Copy... But ...can't hear you... signal is too weak..."And then again, the line went dead.The security frowned at the poor network signal. "You better find another way to get in touch with them," one of them told the manager.While the truck kept moving to an undisclosed location, Franklin became
The Return Of Franklin Miles   CHAPTER TWENTY-FIVE
Prof. Arjun seemed to suspect that someone was lurking around the corner. He scanned the area, but he didn't seem to notice Franklin hiding behind the crate."What do you mean, Prof?" Ahmet asked, looking around nervously."I think someone might have followed you two here," Prof. Arjun replied seriously. "We need to be extremely careful. These devices are sensitive, and we can't let anyone see them."Franklin listened to Prof. Arjun's words. What did he mean by "sensitive devices"? And what did Bill Ford have to do with all of this?Franklin carefully peeked around the crate, trying to get a better look at what was going on only to notice that Prof. Arjun, Ahmet, and Hasan were searching around and looking suspicious. That alone was enough to tell him that they knew he was here."Check over there!" Prof. Arjun pointed to a stack of crates. "Maybe he's hiding behind those."Ahmet and Hasan rushed over to the crates where Franklin was hiding. Franklin knew he had to act fast. He spotted
The Return Of Franklin Miles   CHAPTER TWENTY-SIX
Daisy and Richmond were lounging on their plush couch, surrounded by the cozy comforts of their living room. They were watching TV.Daisy snuggled deeper into the couch and tucked her feet under her. "Baby, have you thought about any plans for the future?" she asked.Richmond, who was sitting beside her, stroked his chin thoughtfully. "Well, I've been thinking about us, baby."Daisy was smiling as she said. "I've been considering a new career. Maybe something in modeling?"Richmond's eyes widened in surprise. "That's a big change! What inspired you to consider that?" he asked.Daisy's hands gestured animatedly as she spoke. "I've always loved fashion, and I think it would be amazing to be a part of bringing beauty and style to life," she explained.Richmond nodded and was impressed. "You'd be great at it. You have a stunning look and a confident presence," he said, encouragingly.As they chatted, Daisy's mind wandered to her family. She had been wanting to introduce Richmond to them f
The Return Of Franklin Miles   CHAPTER TWENTY-SEVEN
After they failed to find Franklin Miles, Casey's security guards, returned to her apartment, to report back to her. "Miss Ford, we are back from the search," one of them said, his head hung low.Casey looked up from her computer and blinked her eyes multiple times. "What happened? Did you find Franklin?"They shook their heads. "No, Miss Ford. We searched everywhere, but he was gone.""Gone? What do you mean gone? You mean to tell me that none of you could give an account on how one man had managed to escape from all of you in this house without being captured.""We tried, Miss Ford, but he disappeared. We think he might have had help."Casey's eyes flashed with fury. "Help? Who would help him? Do we have a traitor in this house?!"The security guards exchanged nervous glances. They knew better than to mention the delivery truck incident. They feared that if they mentioned it to Casey, they might end up losing their jobs. "We'll keep searching, Miss Ford," they said, trying to placa
The Return Of Franklin Miles   CHAPTER TWENTY-EIGHT
As Franklin and his rescue team drove into Miles castle, his father, Mr. Miles rushed to his side with relief written all over his face. "Franklin, my son, thank goodness you're safe! We were worried sick about you."Franklin smiled weakly. "I'm fine, Dad.""Franklin, we need to get you to the hospital," Mr. Stephen, his uncle, said. "You could have been ill."Franklin shook his head. "No, Uncle, I'm fine. Really. Just a bit tired."Addison added, "But young master, we don't know what happened to you. It's better to see a doctor."Franklin insisted, "I'm telling you, I'm okay. Just get me some food and water, and I'll be fine."Mr. Miles placed a hand on Franklin's shoulder. "Okay, son, but if you start feeling worse, we're taking you to the hospital."Franklin was grateful for their concern but eager to rest and process his thoughts. "There will be no need for that." He said.Mr. Miles nodded and led him to the dining room, where a warm meal was already prepared. "Sit down, son, and
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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
