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Returning home from work, Allison found her mother and sister in the living room, glued to the TV.Julia immediately stood up upon her arrival and bolted towards her before blurting out, "Allison,todayi'vebeenthinkingaboutmylifeandIrealizedthatIdon'tevenhaveDylan'snumberandIneeditbecauseIneedtotalktohimurgently." Julia said without breath.Allison was taken aback by her sister’s rapid-fire speech, as it sounded like she was speaking with an alien language. Hold your horses, Jules. What did you just say? Take a deep breath and say it again."Julia took a deep breath, calming herself before reiterating her words, “Today, I’ve been contemplating my life, and I realized that I don’t even have Dylan’s contact information, but I need it because I have something urgent to discuss with him.”Allison furrowed her brow and inquired, “What’s the reason behind needing his number? How does Dylan fit into your plans, and why do you want to reach out to him?”“Oh, you’re bombarding me with questions
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Upon hearing Allison’s wish, Dylan remained mostly silent, knowing that he had a lot on his plate before making any decisions about buying a house for their future together. He understood that dealing with his enemies was a priority before he could settle down.The following day, Dylan set out alone to Red’s Angels to meet Lord Owens since he got a call from him after being told about the death threat by his daughter, Princess Mane. He boarded a taxi after dropping Maya off at school.As the taxi sped along the streets, Dylan’s gut instincts tingled, warning him that something was terribly wrong. He caught a glimpse of the driver’s suspicious glances through the rearview mirror, the once-friendly smile now replaced by a sinister expression. Alarm bells rang in his mind, but he tried to stay composed.His phone suddenly started ringing, and checking the caller ID, Dylan realized it was Azure King. He picked up the call and said, “I’m guessing you must be in the loop too.”“Well, your
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“ARGHHHH! WHAT THE HELL HAPPENED?!” Romero shouted at the top of his lungs as he cleared everything on his desk in anger. He just received the news about their failure to kill Dylan and worse of all, he lost a lot of trustworthy men to it.“How could I have let them outmaneuver me in my own game?!” he seethed.“Boss, it all went pear-shaped in the blink of an eye. At first, we were the ones with the upper hand, we had him in our claws and we were very sure that he was gonna die in our arms, Then, out of nowhere, a bunch of well-trained men showed up, heavily armed and outgunning us. They came for him,” one of the hoodlums recounted.Romero’s frustration simmered, his chest heaving with rapid breaths. “Describe these men to me,” he demanded.“We recognized one of them, boss. It was none other than the Azure King. One of the chieftains of the underground faction.”Romero’s face went as white as a sheet. “Apex Conglomerate? Dylan Clifford had the backing of Apex Conglomerate, and not jus
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Dylan’s eyes widened in horror as he listened to James’ sinister words over the phone. “What?! You bastard, what have you done with Leo?!”Azure King and Lord Owens observed Dylan closely, sensing his anger and understanding that something was terribly wrong.“Oh, come on, Dylan. Of course your friend is fine for now, otherwise, how would I use him as a pawn against you? Between the two of you, Leo is a drop in the ocean compared to you — you’re the big fish, you know? You're the one I'm truly after. So if you care about this useless friend of yours, then you're gonna have to do as I say.” James taunted over the phone.Dylan sighed, trying to keep his countenance calm. “What's wrong with people trying to blackmail these days? So you think you’ve hit the jackpot because you have Leonard, right?”“He’s been your best friend since high school, and I know you care about him deeply, considering you broke my leg to protect him. That memory is still fresh in my mind,” James replied.Dylan ch
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James paced restlessly within the room, his frustration palpable after the call with Dylan. Murmuring to himself and muttering curses under his breath, he eventually turned his attention to Leo, who remained seated, his limbs bound, and his gaze fixed with an intense glare on James."It looks like your supposed 'best buddy' doesn't have quite the same sentiments for you," James sneered, his tone dripping with bitterness. "In fact, he seems rather keen on seeing you kick the bucket, Leonard."Leo remained silent, finding no words to respond to the conversation he had inadvertently overheard between Dylan and James. Gagged when the call took place, the loudspeaker had broadcasted every word to him.But he knew Dylan well enough. He had a habit of swooping in to the rescue, and this situation wouldn't prove different. Even so, concern for Dylan tightened Leo's chest. James had something sinister planned, and Leo blamed himself for ever dragging Dylan into this mess."I've got a little su
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(Apologies for the delay! I'm back to uploading chapters!)Dylan, overcome with shock, collapsed to the ground with a gasp, his eyes widening in a chilling blend of disbelief and horror as Leonard lay atop him, blood streaming from his mouth.Dylan’s chest rose and fell in rapid breaths as he grappled with the reality of the situation. Shaking his head in futile denial, he uttered a desperate, “No.”Summoning strength, he pulled Leonard away, rising with a gun in hand, directing it at James who, sprawled on the ground, wore a malevolent smirk on his battered countenance, still gripping a gun.“That bullet was meant for you, Dylan!” he snarled with fury, his laughter echoing in manic resonance. “But killing that bastard was no problem!” he taunted, a derisive chuckle punctuating his words, before attempting to pull his trigger—only silence, eliciting a gasp of disbelief.In the grip of fear, he glanced up at Dylan, noting the anger on his face, then promptly stood, hands raised in an a
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As Dylan walked through the door, he was greeted by Stephanie and Maya lounging on the couch, deeply engrossed in cartoons. Maya’s eyes lit up at the sight of her father, and she bounded over to him, exclaiming, “Daddy’s home!”With a grin, Dylan scooped her up into his arms, feeling like he hadn’t seen her in ages. “Well, hello there, munchkin, were you waiting for me?” he inquired, planting a gentle kiss on her forehead.Maya nodded enthusiastically, her brow furrowing in concern as she noticed the bandage adorning Dylan’s head. “Yes, Daddy, what happened to you?” she queried, her tiny fingers reaching out to inspect the injury, only to be intercepted by Dylan’s protective grasp.Stephanie, too, rose from her spot on the couch, her brow creased with worry. “Yes, Dylan, what’s the story behind the bandage?Dylan offered a strained smile in response to Stephanie's pointed remark before delivering a curt reply, "It's nothing, really."Stephanie refused to accept his dismissive response
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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
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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
