He was certainly the last person anyone was expecting to see at the party, as he made his way in all attention was turned to the woman right there with him to see who it was they were expecting to see at the moment who he was as they stood there still dressed in the party wear, the maid that got the door could hold her excitement. “Glad to see that you are here sir." She muttered before making way for them to walk in. He barely nodded his head in her direction turning his attention to her, he held the woman's hand tightly as they both walked in.Logan and Josie just arrived at the event, and it was more thrilling than what she had expected.As soon as she alighted from the car, they were met with a lot of paparazzi as everyone took a picture of them, he had a smirk on his face as he walked away-Soon the only noise that filled the room was that of her heavy heartbeat and that of the man who was with her coupled with the orchestra.“Can I go to the restroom?" She whispered.For the f
Logan had that bit of Unease seeing him there, he gave a scrolling look at the man who still looked at him with a smirk on his face. He was scum for lying to her and she despised him for it, but still, he was still family, and seeing him brought a kind of comfort, perhaps it would have been different if he had thought it all through before accepting the deal, but he didn't, instead he let herself be dragged Into all of Logan obvious game.Still, for her it was all about picking the lesser devil' and for her that was Andre, at least she knew him but on the other hand, with Logan, she knew what not to expect.“Why are you here,?" Logan questioned again. It was all they had agreed to, he was to make that signature and forget about everything but as it was, he was breaching the contract -A look of awe-filled his eyes as he watched the two hug, thinking to himself he saw her as a fucking hypocrite.She had looked the other day like she could not wait to walk away from all the situations
He stalled at the door looking at her. She stood there wondering what he wanted, Logan drunk wobbling his way into the room.“You shouldn't be -"“Shh-" he placed a finger on her lips and shut off anything she wanted to say, she could feel his heart rattle against his breastbone.“I can be anywhere I want."Logan stated that word firmly, and both stared at each other, with Josie feeling rather disrupted.Earlier Logan had felt frustrated about the entire situation, and as usual, there was only one way he could get rid of the stress, he had been right there at the study before making his way into her room.Now that he was in there he looked around again, there seemed to be a lot going on … He didn't know why her beauty looked so exceptional ever since they met months ago he had yet to touch her again, walking Closer, he thought of having a feel of her hair and she flinched.“You need to leave before you do something crazy." She walked out to the door and opened it.He stood there and
Josie followed the familiar clatter of pots and pans to the kitchen, she had woken up and wondered when Logan left.The thoughts were still running through her mind as she walked in, she entered the warm, friendly kitchen and immediately they stopped talkingShe felt uncomfortable that they had this fearful look on their faces, yes she loved to be respected but at what cost? She passed a smile on her face and tried to sound nice when she saw her she had snapped at right before then. “Hi, dear. I am sorry about yesterday.”The fact she apologized surprised most even the maid she had spoken to who was pulling a cake out of the oven and answered over her shoulder. “I am fine, I knew you were In a bad mood-”Josie sighed. She wanted to ask if any of them had seen him that morning. Yes, Logan. She had thought to herself about why he had slept in the previous night, she must have slept in since it was around two minutes to nine the morning when she finally got to drag herself out, and th
Logan stood right there while watching all she said, it was confusing to him at that moment he thought throughout the entire incident that looked to be happening at that moment, if any thoughts ran through his mind, much as he was feeling Confused he didn't dispute what was being said.He sat right there still staring at her watching as she said that word again that ran through the back of her mind “Where did you get the pen?" She asked.Logan still at that spot wondered what the situation was about, she had come in there for a different reason but why was she talking about the pen?Josie stared at the pen, while still letting herself understand the situation, several thoughts ran through her mind.Logan remembers that he had been worried about the pen, and if she was saying that she knew how it got to be in that space, it had to be because she must have seen it somewhere else as well.For Josie, there were two thoughts she kept to herself, two thoughts that had to do with the pen
It had been days since the incident with the maid, Logan was starting to suspect something was going seriously wrong at the residence why else would Amber of all the maids have been the one to be poisoned?First was the mystery pen, now this … At this point, he was starting to tell himself that something was seriously wrong, but what was it?That morning he had awoken with a start, he had been heavy with thoughts the previous night and the same had happened when he woke up this morning, he had done so blinking in confusion at the sunlight that bathed his bed. How else could he fix the puzzle? With all the thoughts still heavy at the back of his mind, he did what was ingrained in him forever, with that various thoughts going through his mind then decided that he should take a walk.It had been like forever since he last did that, at that moment he walked out to the terrace since it was only a short distance from the main house. Before him was the vast wood that he learned wound in
When Logan had heard the twig breaking he had wondered who it was, he was on alert he was thinking through the entire situation wondering what it was all about, he had turned to where the sound was coming from.Still thinking about what to do about it, he looked around again hoping that he'd see who it was yet apparently no one came along, he continued running-In a different part of the wood, the Sunburnt down on their skin, by then it had been twenty minutes since she had started running, maybe she should just head home at this moment, she thought to herself as she continued running - She started by running down the garden, running through the tracks all through while listening to the music that was echoing from her earplugs. They both took a path leading to similar junctions, both were oblivious about meeting with each other.He could hear the footsteps now, this time they came through to him more heavily, she had stalled there for a minute while listening to those heavy footst
Logan stands abruptly. " Amber. " The word echoed deep in his thoughts. He tries remembering what the question had been about why he would ask, as it was he was annoyed for many reasons. "Is there not anyone that you won't accuse me of?''His voice rang out through the room, which had a foul scent that looked to be rotten human flesh.With the words dangling deep in her heart, she was feeling rather confused. As he made his way to her, it was as though her name was calling out into the pitch darkness. He moved with grace, with every bit of the strength he had.Her questions were still left unanswered by the man, something about him made her wonder if he was guilty of the allegations that were levied against him or not, the look he had on his face was very confusing enough that she could sense that bit of uncertainty that filled the air-The look he gave made it look like he was guilty as accused, but what more was it about this man, that she couldn't figure out?Logan still was fin
After Andre was shot by Logan and he picked jersey up hurrying out of the hallway to get help from his men, things happen so fast after that.Just like he predicted, Andre's men scattered the moment they found that their leader was gone, not even bothering to put off a fight since in their words… ‘it was not worth it’. Instead of feeling relieved and satisfied that he got the upper hand, Logan sent some of his men after them to make sure that every member of Andrews team was nullified.Thankfully, Jackson was on standby to oversee the rest of the operations because Logan didn't even bother waiting back, jumping into the ambulance to take Josie to the hospital.Calling for reinforcements on his way there, Logan kept hoping that they weren't too late.Already, Josie's pallor was ashy and her breathing was slow.Even her hands seemed cold and clammy, although the latter part might just be his hand.Immediately, they got to the ER, Logan took over, commanding the nurses to get a doctor do
Logan's heart dropped to his stomach as he stared at Josie in surprise, wondering what the hell she was doing back here.She must have known he'd feel the same way because her eyes flicked up to his and she mouthed the words ‘I'm sorry’.“Looks like I didn't have to go so far to cause you anguish, Logan.” Andre laughed. “She came straight to me.”Logan took a step towards them. “Hey, look Andre. You don't have to do this, she's innocent in all of this!”“How so? Don't talk to me like I'm an illiterate, I know she's behind all of the plannings you've taken recently… so maybe she wasn't part of this before but you certainly knew how to welcome her into the lifestyle.” Andre chuckled, twisting his gun around so it was pointed directly at her heart.In all of Logan's years dealing with enemies, territory fighting and impeachment from subordinates, he never was once a scared as he was right now.It was now he knew what it meant to have your weaknesses directed at you. Logan would gladly giv
Waving his gun in front of Logan's face, Andre smirked, cocking his head to the side. “Well, well, well… What's going to be a lover boy? Are you going to shoot first or should I?”Logan didn't even flinch at the empty threats. “If you wanted me dead, you could have done so the moment my team walked in through the front door of the building.”Andre clicked his tongue against the roof of his mouth. “That's true but you getting shot randomly by one of my men wasn't the plan. It would only rob me of the joy I would get from shooting you in the face by myself and taking the crown while the blood leached out of your body.”Logan chuckled softly which then grew into full-blown laughter, only serving to irritate Andre.“What the hell is so funny, huh?’ Andre grunted, taking a step closer.Logan ignored him, laughing on for as long as he wanted, only slowing the sound down to a trickle a couple of minutes later. “I'm just amused…” “I didn't realize that my words were that funny.” he huffed
Chapter 167: The Final Showdown Logan's team stood victorious. Eclipse was defeated. Andre was gone. But questions remained. Why did Andre target Logan's family? What secrets did Eclipse hide? Logan's eyes met Ethan's."Time for answers," Logan said. Ethan nodded."I'll tell you everything," Ethan promised. Logan's grip on Ethan's shoulder tightened."Brother," Logan said. Ethan smiled."Home," Ethan whispered.Logan's team gathered around Ethan in a secure facility. Ethan's eyes scanned the room nervously. Logan's expression softened."Tell us, Ethan," Logan encouraged. Ethan took a deep breath."Eclipse wanted Dad's research," Ethan began."Research on what?" Rachel asked. Ethan hesitated."Artificial intelligence," Ethan revealed."AI?" Jackson repeated. Ethan nodded."Dad's AI project. Code-named 'Erebus'." Sophia's eyes narrowed."Erebus?" Sophia repeated. Ethan's voice dropped."Dad's creation. A powerful AI.Capable of global control." Logan's eyes widened."That's why Andre
Chapter 165: Rescue Mission Logan's team huddled around the tactical map, their faces illuminated only by the faint glow of the computer screens."Alright, here's the plan," Logan said, his voice low and steady, his eyes locked onto the layout. "Rachel, take point. Jackson, you're with me. We'll breach from the east wing."Rachel nodded, her piercing green eyes scanning the blueprint. "I've hacked the security feeds. We've got a 30-second window before they realize we're in."Jackson checked his gear, his rugged features set with determination. "I'm ready to take out their comms."Logan's gaze locked onto the mission objective, his jaw clenched. "Josie's being held in the central cell block. We need to move fast." The team nodded, their faces set with resolve, their breathing steady. They moved out, their footsteps silent as they approached the heavily fortified facility. Rachel took point, her pistol leading the way, her movements fluid."Security team incoming," she whisper
Logan's team had been searching for Amber for weeks, and finally, they had her in custody. The dimly lit interrogation room was eerily silent, the only sound coming from the hum of the fluorescent lights above. Amber sat calmly, her hands cuffed to the metal table. Her eyes locked onto Logan, who stood at the far end of the room, arms crossed."You're a hard woman to find, Amber," Logan said, his deep voice firm.Amber smirked. "You're not the first to underestimate me, Logan."Logan's team leader, Rachel, stepped forward. "Let's get down to business. We know you're involved with Andre's operation. Tell us what you know."Amber leaned back, a calculated glint in her eye. "I'll tell you everything, but first, I want immunity."Logan raised an eyebrow. "You think you're in a position to negotiate?"Amber's smile widened. "I have information you desperately need. Josie's location, for starters." Rachel's eyes snapped to Logan, who nodded curtly."Deal," Rachel said. "But if you're lying,
Logan ran his hands all over her body, brushing away her hair so he could clearly scrutinize every bruise or cuts the marred her perfect face. “Are you sure you're okay?”She nods, smiling. “Yes. Even though for a mom and dad feared that I might not make it out alive but…you made hold on a little while longer.”Logan nods, a picture of happiness and contentment on the outside but on the inside, he was actually boiling, livid that he wasn't able to get to her in time before that animal, Andre put his hands on her. *It's okay, you're safe now and I promise you that Andre's not going to hurt you anymore.” He promises, looking into her eyes.Her smile never wavered, even though it got a little shaky at the mention of Andre's name. “I really don't care. I'm safe and I'm here with you, that's all that matters.”Logan kept talking to her, making sure to avoid asking her what went down during her kidnapping, trying to reassure her as best as he could.A couple of minutes later, he could see Ja
Josie was working on her laptop when she got a text. It was from Amber and the tone of the text screamed urgency.Amber: Josie, please where are you? I need your help!Spooked by the weird way Amber was trying to text her, Josie reached for her phone and tried to call Amber.Unfortunately it wasn't going through and that only made Josie more worried, so she texted back.Josie: Where are you? What's going on?Almost immediately, a response dropped but it wasn't the type that she was looking for.It was a pin to her location with the words ‘hurry’ in capital letters next to it.Josie debated on reaching out for help or talking to Logan about it but she decided that it to be too late to help if the matter really was as urgent as Amber was making it out to be, plus the location she dropped was less than 30 minutes away.If she drives straight there and right back, she would be back before Logan was aware.With that decision made, Josie slammed her laptop closed, reaching for her jacket,
“Start talking and maybe I'll not start slicing off your flesh,” Logan ordered, his patience wearing thin.There's no way he'll allow Andre to get his way, even if it means giving up everything he's worked so hard for.He didn't know when it happened, but Josie was like a nasty bug, one that gets under your skin whether you want it to or not.Amber wets her lips, darting her eyes towards Jackson's figure. For some reason, she seems to be more scared of Jackson than the man who's sliced into her skin like a piece of meat.Logan snapped his fingers to gain her attention. “I was asking you a question! What do you know about Josie's kidnapping and Andre's plans all along?”Logan made sure to waggle the tip of the bloody life in front of her face. Once her eyes landed on it, she went pale swallowing up spit. “Okay, okay! I'll tell you what I know!”Logan sat back, waving his hands. “Start talking.”“Um…” she smacked her lips. “Can I get a glass of water, please?” Jackson grunted and she qui