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Allison boarded a taxi to her father’s house since she couldn't wait in the car for Dylan. She wanted to be there early so she went with Maya.As Jason and Maya saw each other, they immediately ran to play together.Julia frowned and looked at Allison. “So if it's here, then your boyfriend is gonna come too?” She asked.Allison was a little worried about Dylan but before she could respond, her mother said coldly, “I'd be better if that useless trash didn't shop. You'll just be upset and disappointed if you see him anyway.”“Mom! Dylan is coming. He just went to buy a gift.” Allison told them.Mason Griffin, Julia’s husband was listening and decided to chime in, “Isn't he a pauper? What kind of gift can he afford? He will only embarrass himself.”Julia nodded in agreement. “That's right. The only gift he can afford would cost at most a few hundred, unlike my husband who bought dad a very expensive antique which cost around three hundred thousand dollars, right honey?” Julia asked, look
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Upon hearing Madame Beth’s request, Dylan looked at Mason who gave him a smirk that says the words ‘I’m the best son-in-law they will ever have’. At least, that's what Dylan could read from Mason’s expression.He scoffed and said, “I do not thank anyone without proof. I owe him nothing.”Dylan kept his daring gaze on Mason seeing as he dares to take credit for something he did and for what? To probably make his wife think highly of him. That isn't something he will allow.Even though he wouldn't be able to come clean, no one should take his credit.“What did you say?! Are you such a bastard?! Not only did Mason help Allison in getting the job at Novatech, but he also helped her again to achieve her promotion! And you say you want proof?! If you claim to love my daughter, then you owe everything to Mason! Maybe if you beg him, he can get you a better job!”Madame Beth never expected Dylan to talk back at her. At a moment, a look of great bitterness swept across her face.Dylan still lo
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Mason cast a fierce glare at Dylan, then shifted his gaze towards Allison. He addressed her with a somewhat insincere tone, "Seriously, Allison, I didn't want to mention this earlier, but Dylan's aggressive and audacious behavior left me with no choice but to prove my innocence by calling my father. If it weren't for the fact that you brought him into our family, this level of disrespect would have been unimaginable." He feigned humility as he spoke.Unaware of Mason's hypocrisy, Allison couldn't help but wonder why Dylan firmly believed that Mason was lying. What was Dylan's motive for trying to undermine Mason?Madame Beth crossed her arms and directed her attention to Dylan. "So, Dylan, do you still believe that Mason doesn't deserve an apology from you?"Dylan felt a hint of irritation as he locked eyes with Madame Beth, but he restrained his anger, realizing that they were foolish to allow themselves to be deceived.Now, Dylan pondered over a comparison between Madame Sharon and M
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Madame Beth's face twisted in a sneer as she observed Dylan's fading figure. She walked slowly, her finger pointing in his direction. “How utterly shameless he was! Even a blind person could see that it was nothing more than a cheap piece of glass. He shouldn't have bothered trying to prove himself if this was the outcome. What a disgraceful individual! A piece of trash! Did he not realize how useless and worthless he truly was?! An ancient king's chalice would easily command a price of at least a hundred thousand dollars. Who knows if he's drowning in debt? It's typical of poor people! Yet he has the audacity to claim he acquired such an expensive artifact. Haha, does he think we're fools?!"She halted her tirade as Dylan exited the room. Madame Beth turned to face Allison, who wore an uncomfortable expression."Allison, I can't fathom what more I need to say for you to realize that man is not only poor but lacks any redeeming qualities. You witnessed his rudeness. Sticking around hi
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Dylan got into his car and settled Maya in, ensuring her seatbelt was properly fastened. He gave her a smile before placing his hands on the steering wheel.Suddenly, anger at how he had been treated inside the house sparked a thought in his mind. He blinked and reached for his phone, dialing Lord Owens' number."Lord Owens, could you help me investigate Gerald Griffin?" he asked."Gerald Griffin? From Signature Woodworks Co.?" Lord Owens clarified.Dylan nodded. "Yes, the furniture company. Both him and his son pretended to know you and used it to deceive Allison, my girlfriend. I need you to give them a warning.""Consider it done, Master Dylan," Lord Owens assured.Dylan nodded again and ended the call.Although he hadn't exposed Mason right then and there, it didn't mean he would forget about the issue. He couldn't ignore the fact that Mason had lied to Allison, and he knew he had to intervene.He started the car engine and drove out of the premises.Shortly after Dylan drove away
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Mason arrived at his father's house, hoping to gain a better understanding of the reason behind his father's urgent call. He couldn't get why things played out the way they did.As he entered the living room, Mason found his father, Gerald, already on his feet, approaching him. Without giving him a chance to ask questions, Gerald spoke first, his voice filled with anticipation, "So, how did it go? All I want to hear is that they forgave you. Did they?"Mason blinked, his disappointment evident, and shook his head in despair.Gerald's eyes widened in horror. "They didn't?! How dare you set foot in my house without obtaining their forgiveness? You should have knelt down! Or are you too proud to do so?! What kind of son do I even have? Did you come into this world to ruin my life? To destroy everything I've worked damn hard for? What you've done could bankrupt our business and land us in jail!" Gerald's furious words echoed, aware of the dire consequences they faced.It felt as if they h
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Sean reclined comfortably on one of Dylan's couches, his gaze wandering around the room with a trace of amazement evident in his expression. A soft chuckle escaped him as he remarked, "Unbelievable. So, Dylan, you've been keeping secrets from everyone."Dylan cradled Maya in his arms, being careful not to disturb her as she peacefully slept. He glared at Sean and retorted, "Be clear, Sean. What on earth are you talking about?""Don't play dumb with me, cousin. I had you followed because I became curious about your life and the money you stole from my family. That's when I discovered your connection to Lord Nigel Owens. Care to explain?" Sean inquired, genuinely perplexed by this revelation."So, you've had me followed," Dylan repeated with a chuckle, taking a seat. "Well, let it be known that I don't owe you any explanations."Sean gritted his teeth and averted his gaze in frustration before speaking again, "Just give me something, Dylan. Our family has completely fallen apart. Our li
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After a period of silence, Allison contemplated the situation, genuinely questioning the possibility. She couldn't fathom how Dylan's connection could have reached the Apex Conglomerate, considering he was insignificant compared to Lord Owens, who held immense power."You're correct. I suppose I had hoped for too much, and now I'll be left wondering once again about the identity of the person who assisted me," she finally admitted to him.Dylan nodded, fully aware that no matter how much she wished for it, she would find it hard to believe until he revealed his true identity. "Indeed. I wished there was something I could have done to assist you in that regard. Perhaps there was a way, but as you mentioned, it was beyond my capabilities. I'm simply grateful that someone was able to help you.""But Why?" Allison inquired, a sense of unease creeping over her. She despised the feeling of being indebted to someone, especially when she had no knowledge of their identity."Well, if that indi
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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
