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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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“I want the land," Hermione said firmly and looked at Dylan with a raised eyebrow and a smirk on her face. “Half of it.”Dylan looked at her and his face curved up into a sneer. He chuckled and decided to try and reason with her "Hermione, you know the land is not yours but mine. It came from my hard-earned money.”Madame Sharon glared at him, realizing how smart her daughter was to ask for the land. If they're given half of it, it will be a step toward things working better for them. The land could make them a lot of moneyShe's gonna have to support Hermione on this."Don't be difficult, Dylan. Aren't you her husband? Just give her what she wants." She told him, more like scolded.Dylan looked at Hermione, hoping to reason more with her. "Hermione, are you sure this is the right thing to do? We don't have to do it this way.”“Just shut up, Dylan! You're lucky that there’s something you can give to us! Without that land, you're completely useless to us!” Madame Sharon shunned him in
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At the Harper’s villa, they all returned home, all lost in deep thoughts. Hermione was in disbelief that she has finally ended it with Dylan, it was like her old prayers came true, except that they were no longer what she wanted.But Madame Sharon’s was different. What was taking over her thoughts was the message she received about having forty eight hours to live. Was that a drill, or was it actual? It scared her to think too much about it.If care is not taken, she could die of a heart attack or stroke like Gregory Clifford.She dragged her leg toward one of the sofas and sat down with a loud sigh. She was being threatened and she didn't know what to do about it.She couldn't even go to the cops cause they might ask why someone was sending her such a message and she can't exactly say it is because she was involved in the death of Ravenna Hastings or the ghost of Ravenna Hastings has been haunting her, even almost killing her one time after trapping her in a warehouse.Gosh, that day
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Dylan drove Maya home in his sleek Aston Martin, a smile lingering on his face as he replayed the moment Allison accepted his invitation for a date. A sense of anticipation filled the air, intertwining with the joy of spending time with her outside the realms of their usual encounters.He was interested in where their relationship would take them, or if it is gonna, unfortunately, end like all his other relationships.Although he doubted that.If this ends, then it means being in relationships was never meant for him However, his blissful thoughts were abruptly interrupted as he started perceiving something amiss in the car. At first, it was a faint scent that tickled his nose, causing him to furrow his brows in confusion. “What the hell?” He muttered to himself with a frown on his face.As he continued to drive, the scent grew stronger, and his senses heightened.Plumes of smoke began to fill the interior of the car, swirling around him in a disorienting haze. Dylan's smile vanishe
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Dylan's hands gripped the steering wheel tightly as he drove with a sense of urgency, his mind consumed by fear and desperation. Each passing second felt like an eternity as he navigated the streets, his heart pounding in his chest. Finally, he arrived at the nearest police station, his breath heavy and his voice quivering as he approached the officers."I... I need help," Dylan stammered, his eyes filled with anguish. "My daughter, Maya... she's been kidnapped. It happened so fast, I couldn't do anything." His words spilled out in an unstable manner, his voice laced with a mix of panic and grief.The police officers exchanged concerned glances, their professional demeanor giving way to empathy as they understood the gravity of the situation. One of them stepped forward, his expression serious. "We'll do everything we can to find your daughter, Mr. Clifford," he reassured, his voice firm yet compassionate. "Please, provide us with any details you can."Dylan recounted the events as be
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Madeline Harper woke up the next day feeling slightly groggy, her mind still clouded with remnants of a restless sleep. As she rubbed her eyes, she realized something was off. It took a moment for her to fully comprehend the unfamiliar surroundings of her room. The walls seemed closer, and the morning sunlight streamed through the windows, casting an eerie glow over everything.Confusion settled upon Madeline as she struggled to remember what had happened. Ever since she stopped taking the drugs, she's been feeling burdened. Like something was missing in her. Could it be because the drugs were truly helping her with something that concerned her mentality? If she hadn't forgotten to ask her mom for a refill, she would have probably gotten it earlier before her drugs finished. Panic gripped her chest as she realized the consequences of her oversight.With trembling hands, Madeline hurriedly got out of bed, her heart pounding with a mixture of anxiety and anticipation. As she descended t
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Underneath Tessa's house lay a hidden chamber, accessible through a concealed trapdoor nestled inconspicuously within the wooden flooring of her main living room. The trapdoor, cleverly disguised as an ornate rug, blended seamlessly with the surrounding decor, its presence known only to those who knew its secret.She rolled the rug away and opened the trapdoor, revealing a narrow staircase leading down into darkness.Descending the steps, Tessa entered a dimly lit underground room. Soft, warm lighting bathed the space, emanating from strategically placed lamps along the walls.Tessa approached a cage, unlocking its door with a mix of urgency and remorse. "Come, Maya. Mommy is sorry for confining you here. I promise, it won't happen again, okay?"Maya gazed at her teacher, a bewildered expression on her face, as she obediently followed Tessa into a dimly lit room. In her usual innocent plea, she uttered, "I want to go home. Take me to my dad."Tessa's patience wore thin, and she turned
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Madeline's cries reverberated through the room, her anger escalating as the truth became clearer. She wreaked havoc, destroying everything in her path, while yelling at her mother who attempted to calm her down."What did you do to me?!" she screamed, her voice filled with anguish. "What is this? What did you do?!""I did what I had to do!" Madame Sharon defended herself, her eyes welling up with tears. "You were tormented by it! You were terrified! I couldn't just leave it as it was!"Madeline glared at her mother, consumed by anger. "No! No, Mom! No! You did this!" She pointed an accusing finger at her. "I remember it all clearly, Mom. I was ready to confess! I had made a terrible mistake! I killed her, but you... you did this. You did this without my consent, Mom! You did it for your own selfish purposes!""No, I did it for the sake of our family! If the truth came out, it would have destroyed us! The world would have discovered the secrets of Harper Enterprises! Ravenna's true ide
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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
