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Dylan arrived at Stephanie’s place and inside he saw Hermione drinking the tea Stephanie offered her. Hermione stood up from the couch as he entered and a look of relief was evident on her face.It was like a huge burden suddenly left her just by seeing Dylan alone. A smile appeared on her face, enough to weird Dylan out.Dylan walked up to her and asked, “What are you doing here?” Hermione let out a shaky breath since Dylan’s voice came out cold. Her gaze dropped on Maya and she waved at her. “Hi. Maya, right?”Maya nodded without giving her a reply.“Do you know who I am? I am your stepmother, remember?” Hermione asked with a smile on her face.Maya just nodded, slightly showing her dislike toward Hermione.Stephanie walked toward them, feeling the awkward tension emanating from the air. She said, “I'll take Maya so you guys can talk freely.”Dylan looked at her, he nodded and handed over Maya to her then she walked further away and into the kitchen.He sighed before looking back a
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Dylan woke up early, feeling rested and ready to start the day. He quietly made his way to the kitchen, determined to make breakfast for Maya before dressing her for school. He took out a carton of eggs, a pack of bacon, and some sliced bread from the fridge and started cooking.He cracked the eggs into a bowl and whisked them together, adding a splash of milk and a pinch of salt. He then fried the bacon in a pan until it was crispy and golden brown. As the bacon sizzled, he toasted the bread in the toaster and spread a generous amount of butter on each slice.When everything was ready, he plated the food and set the table. He poured some orange juice into a glass and placed it beside Maya's plate.After a few minutes, he made his way to Maya's room and gently shook her shoulder. "Good morning, honey," he said softly. "It's time to wake up. I made you breakfast.”Maya stirred without opening her eyes. “I don't want to eat.”Dylan furrowed his brows and noticed she was restless. He ra
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Dylan looked up as the door opened and Dr. Lydia stepped out. He stood up, his heart beating faster in anticipation."How is she?" he asked, his voice a little shaky.Dr. Lydia smiled at him reassuringly. "She's going to be fine," she said. "The fever has come down a little bit, and we've given her some medicine to bring it down further."Dylan breathed a sigh of relief. "Thank God," he said. "Can I see her?"Dr. Lydia nodded. "Of course. Follow me."She led him down a long corridor and through a set of double doors, and into a small private room where Maya was lying on a hospital bed, her eyes closed. Dylan rushed to her side and took her small hand."She's still sleeping," Dr. Lydia said softly. "But she should be waking up soon. We'll keep her here for a few more hours just to make sure the fever doesn't come back."Dylan nodded, his eyes never leaving his daughter's face. "Yeah, thank you, Dr. Lydia," he said gratefully. "Scared the shit out of me."Dr. Lydia nodded in understandi
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“What help?” Dylan questioned.Allison wasn't sure of how she was gonna say it or where she was gonna begin. She hesitated before finally saying, “I don't want to add you to my problem - or rather family problem, but I'm desperate, to be honest. I can do anything to stop my marriage to Brandon.”Dylan furrowed his brows as she made that comment. “Do anything?” He asked in confusion.Allison nodded and answered, “Yeah. Maybe in a way, you could help me push Brandon away. The guy can be a scaredy cat. You know like how you do in high school when you want to warn a guy to stay away from a girl – that sort of thing. I don't know if it's possible now.”Dylan stared at her for a few seconds as he thought deeply about it. He could do that. And she will owe him. He smirked and nodded with an ulterior motive. “Of course it's possible. I'll make that boy scurry out of your life like the frightened cat he is.”Allison let out a shaky breath of relief and smiled. “Thank you. Thank you so much, Dy
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Maya was discharged from the hospital the next day and Stephanie suggested for her to stay one more day at home before going back to school.On his way to a coffee shop where Dylan was gonna finally meet up with Sean, he made a call to Princess Mane which she immediately answered and he said, “What are you up to now? I need you to do something for me.”“Dylan, you know I'm not your bodyguard anymore. Your threats have been eradicated.” Princess Mane told him.“Yeah, yeah, I know. I just need you to buy me a car. For some reason I have so many things to do that I don't have the time to get a new car.”“Ugh, Dylan, now you're turning me to your errand girl?” Princess Mane whined.Dylan shrugged and answered, “You know what happened to my last one. It didn't survive like we did. Just get it for me, thank you. A good one. An Aston Martin will do this time.”Princess Mane groaned in annoyance. “Whatever. You're lucky I love buying cars.” She said and hung up.Soon, Dylan arrived at the cof
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Dylan’s Aston Martin arrived and he drove it toward Harper's villa. He got a call from them and wondered what they could possibly want from him.As he drove, he couldn't help but ponder on the fact that Hermione was truly pregnant. All the more reason for him to finally end it with that family. He hated them deeply and this day might be the last day he was going to be visiting that house.He arrived and came out of his car, only to find them outside waiting for him. It was confusing. Dylan cleared his throat and walked toward them with his hands shoved in his pockets.“So what can I do for you guys?” He asked with a snide smile on his face.Madame Sharon’s gaze was lowered for a while before she looked at Dylan and came forward. “Today, I've decided I'm gonna have to lay off my hatred for you since what I'm about to say is more important than that.”Dylan nodded, having no idea where Madame Sharon was driving into. “Okay.” He said unsurely.“You see, your psycho of a cousin called and
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Brandon Peterson was eating in an expensive restaurant with his friends, talking, laughing, and chatting when suddenly two men came toward them and one of them banged the table with his fist and looked at Brandon who looked like a pang of blood left him.“You’re Brandon Peterson, nod if I'm correct.”Brandon gulped and nodded out of fear.“Good. Now, this is what I want you to do. Pick up your cell phone and make a call to Mrs. Bethany Adams.” The guy ordered.Brandon frowned in confusion and asked, “Why should I do that?”PUNCH!Brandon yelped and gasped as he was taken aback by it. He held his throbbing face and looked back at the guy. “The hell, man! What's your problem?! What did I do to you?!”The guy sneered and grabbed him by the neck so tight that Brandon gasped and struggled.Everyone in the restaurant didn't know what was happening but it was a sight to watch as they wondered what was happening.But isn't that guy gonna kill him though?“Let him go!!” Seb yelled, even though
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Dylan stood in the center of the Red's Wing gun range, a sleek, modern space with shiny black floors and gleaming steel walls. The sound of gunshots echoed through the air as he loaded his handgun, the weight of the weapon heavy in his hand. He took aim at the target, his eyes focused on the bullseye in front of him.He squeezed the trigger and felt the recoil of the gun, watching as the bullet hit its mark with a satisfying thud.“Wow. That was good!” Azure King remarked.Dylan took a deep breath and fired again, the sharp smell of gunpowder filling his nostrils. As he continued to shoot, his mind emptied of everything except the task at hand.“So this girl, Dylan, what's your deal with her?” Azure King as he also shoots his target.Dylan glanced at him and answered, “I'm not really sure. I know she likes me though.”“And what are you waiting for?! Take her, man! This is rare and it just seems to be that you've hit the jackpot! If this girl accepts you for who you are, then you're in
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Dylan had endured a grueling day, and as he finally arrived home, a genuine smile spread across his face upon seeing Allison waiting for him. The moment he walked through the door, she rushed to him, enveloping him in a brief, warm hug. However, her smile quickly faded into a frown as she pulled away. “Why didn’t you tell me about this?” she asked, her voice tinged with frustration. “How could you keep this from me for so long?” Before Dylan could respond, Stephanie, who had been observing the exchange, interjected with a disapproving look. “He kept it from all of us, including me, his godmother.” Dylan responded with a gentle kiss on Allison’s forehead, his eyes filled with affection. “Well, you know now, don’t you? Sometimes, it’s best to leave certain things in the past and focus on moving forward.” At that moment, Madame Beth cleared her throat, drawing everyone’s attention. Maya, with a beaming smile, walked over to her father, who happily lifted her into his arms. Daddy
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Hermione and Alison stood up simultaneously, their eyes fixed on the TV in shock. Hermione, holding her baby, quickly set the child down and moved closer to the screen. “Oh my God, Mom, what’s going on?! Dylan is on the screen! What’s happening?!” she shouted, turning to her mother for answers. Sharon, equally stunned, gulped and struggled to comprehend the situation. Her breaths came in short, heavy gasps as she shook her head. “I have no idea, Hermione! We’re both seeing the same thing!” Hermione took a shaky breath, her eyes wide as she turned back to the screen. There, Dylan stood, facing the crowd and the camera with a smirk that made him look impossibly handsome. She couldn’t tear her gaze away. “Surely… it can’t be his twin, right? This doesn’t make any sense,” she murmured, still fixated on the image. Sharon looked away briefly, blinking as she tried to make sense of the revelations. “Come to think of it, Dylan really was the one who made that contract possible, and he bo
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Two months later The city buzzed with anticipation as the day everyone had been waiting for finally arrived. Streets were quiet, and businesses paused as people hurried home or went as invited guests to the event, eager to witness the news revealing the boss behind Apex Conglomerate. Television screens flickered to life in living rooms, bars, and cafes, broadcasting the event that had captivated public interest for months. The camera zoomed in on a poised reporter, standing in front of Apex Conglomerate’s sleek, imposing headquarters. Her voice carried a mix of excitement and suspense as she addressed the viewers. “Ladies and gentlemen, the moment has finally come. Today, we stand on the brink of discovering the identity of the elusive leader behind Apex Conglomerate, the mastermind who has remained a mystery for years. Speculations and rumors have run rampant, but the truth has been kept tightly under wraps—until now.” The screen transitioned to a live feed from within the co
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"Stephanie! Oh my God, Stephanie, is that really you?!" Caroline exclaimed, her voice filled with astonishment as she saw Stephanie entering the ward, accompanied by Dylan and a young girl. Stephanie's reaction was immediate; she covered her face with her hands, overwhelmed by emotion. Tears welled up in her eyes as she recognized Caroline. "Oh my God, Caroline..." she choked out, rushing forward to embrace her. "You're alive! I can't believe you're really alive!" Caroline, her own eyes glistening with tears, nodded as they pulled away from their hug. "It's so good to see familiar faces," she said, her voice trembling with emotion. "I thought you had left the country." Stephanie shook her head, her expression serious. "I came back after everything happened. I realized that your children needed me, so I stayed. For them." Caroline looked puzzled. "Children?" Her eyes then fell on the little girl in Dylan's arms, her breath catching in her throat. "Oh my God, is this my granddaught
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Dylan’s return to the hospital sparked a flurry of emotions within Alison, who dashed towards him with tears streaming down her face. “Where have you been?” she exclaimed, her voice trembling with worry.Dylan’s eyes widened in surprise, and he gently grasped her arm, pulling her away from him slightly. “Why? What’s wrong? Why are you so upset? Is everything alright? Is Jenna alright?”Alison nodded with a sigh. “Yes, Jenna is stable, thankfully. But I was so worried about you. You were saying something earlier, then suddenly disappeared. And when I tried calling you, there was no response. You can’t imagine how worried and anxious I’ve been, especially with my sister in the hospital.”Dylan let out a sigh of relief and enveloped her in a comforting embrace. “I’m sorry for causing you worry. I didn’t mean to add to your stress. But I’m back now, and everything’s under control. Those responsible for this situation are facing the consequences, and we’re safe now.”Alison gazed at him, a
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Gunshots echoed through the air, causing Sean to gasp in shock and stumble backward in fear. Before anyone could fully grasp what was happening, a dozen men, led by Azure King, appeared behind Dylan, their presence intimidating and determined.Dylan sneered, his confidence unwavering. “You were right, Sean. I am the boss of Apex Conglomerate, which means I have people at my beck and call. Why should I be intimidated by mere threats from inconsequential people like you?”Romero’s hand began to tremble as he continued pointing the gun at Dylan’s mother. “Move an inch, and she’s dead. I’ll pull the trigger, and I promise you, Dylan, even if I die here, you’ll lose.”Dylan sighed, taking Adonis’s gun from behind him. In a split second, before anyone could react, he fired. The bullet pierced through Romero’s forehead, and he slumped to the floor, lifeless.Sean’s eyes widened in horror, his body beginning to tremble uncontrollably. He immediately raised his hands and fell to his knees. “Pl
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Dylan did not hesitate for even a moment upon receiving the address from Romero. The urgency in his steps reflected the agitation in his mind, as he ensured his gun was securely tucked at his side. The possibility of seeing his mother alive, even if shackled and bound, overpowered all sense of reality. He couldn’t think straight. He needed to understand why he had seen his mother, who he had believed to be dead. Though he suspected it might be a trap, a flicker of hope kept him moving forward.As he approached the building described in the address, its dilapidated exterior did nothing to allay his fears. The structure looked abandoned from the outside, but as he steeled himself and ventured further inside, his eyes quickly fell upon a wooden door, flanked by two imposing men.One of the men, noticing Dylan’s arrival, smirked and spoke in a tone that was both welcoming and sinister, “The boss has been expecting you.” Without further ado, he swung the door open, inviting Dylan into in
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Standing alone outside the hospital, Dylan dialed Azure King’s number, his fingers trembling slightly with the weight of the situation. As the call connected, he spoke urgently into the phone."He’s closing in on me, Adonis. I fear he’s not playing games anymore. I reckon he was aiming for Allison, but he ended up shooting her sister instead.""Damn it, this just escalated real fast. There's a good chance Romero Hermes is feeling the heat now. He's itching to wrap this up and he's not backing down. He's baiting you, and you can't afford to fall into his trap," Azure King cautioned over the phone.Dylan’s jaw clenched with determination. "I won't let that happen. But I want him taken down, and I want it done swiftly. I'm not interested in seeing him rot behind bars. I just want him out of the picture for good," Dylan declared firmly before hanging up.On edge and with a heart weighed down by concern, Dylan reached out to Stephanie, knowing she was anxiously awaiting updates on Julia’s
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Dylan stormed out of the house, his heart racing with worry, his fingers frantically dialing Allison’s number, his mind praying fervently for her safety. The gunshots he heard sent a shiver down his spine, signaling that something had gone terribly wrong.“Dylan, where on earth are you rushing off to?” Stephanie’s concerned voice trailed after him as she hurried to catch up.Dylan came to an abrupt halt, his gaze locking with Stephanie’s as he struggled to contain his urgency. “Steph, listen to me. Stay put inside the house, alright? Don’t come out,” he instructed firmly, a sense of urgency lacing his words like a tight knot.Stephanie’s brow furrowed in confusion and worry. “But why? What’s going on out there? And where in the world are you off to in such a hurry? she demanded, her concern mounting with each passing second as she noticed how restless he was.Dylan’s lips pressed into a thin line as he struggled to find the right words. “Look, Steph, I… I was just talking to Allison o
