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The Unstoppable Dragon Marshal 9. Beauty and Bargains
"Elijah, I have great news!"Sophia’s voice was bright with excitement over the phone.Elijah smirked, leaning back in his chair at Arthur Palace."What is it, Sophia?" he asked."My high school reunion worked out! Linda helped me secure a potential partnership with the Yale Group!" Sophia exclaimed."We just need to finalize it in person."Elijah chuckled softly."Good job. I knew you could do it," he said."I’ll come to pick you up. Be ready in ten minutes."Sophia giggled."I’ll be waiting!"Elijah hung up the phone and called out, "Doug, get the car. We’re picking up Sophia."Doug grinned, already grabbing the keys."On it, Marshal," he replied....As they drove through the busy streets, Sophia chatted away in the backseat, her excitement bubbling over."It’s been so long since I’ve seen Linda. I was worried she wouldn’t even remember me," she said.Elijah, sitting beside her, glanced over."And how did it go?" he asked.Sophia smiled."Better than I expected. She was really helpf
The Unstoppable Dragon Marshal 10. A Billion-Dollar Decision
"Wait for a while," Leonard's words halted their step.Leonard leaned in closer, his smile oozing arrogance."Sophia," he began, his voice low and greasy, "you don’t understand how things work around here. I’m giving you a golden opportunity. Don’t be foolish."Sophia stood her ground, her eyes blazing with defiance."I’ve already said no," she replied, her tone firm."I’m not interested in your kind of deal. Stop repeating the same thing."Leonard’s face darkened."You think you’re better than this?" he sneered."Do you have any idea how many women would kill for a chance like this?"Linda, standing next to him, chimed in, "Sophia, don’t be so naive. Think about the benefits. Think about your family. This could change everything for them."Sophia shook her head."I don’t care," she said sharply."I’m not doing it."Elijah stepped forward, his expression cold."Sophia, don’t waste your breath on these lowlifes," he said."They’re not worth your time."Leonard’s eyes flicked to Elijah,
The Unstoppable Dragon Marshal 11. The Power Play
Elijah leaned back in his seat, a sly smile on his face, calculating the answer for Sophia.She looked at him, her eyes searching."Elijah," she began, "you must be someone important to get that kind of respect from Lando Yale. Are you a big deal?"Elijah shook his head, his expression turning serious."No, Sophia," he said softly."I’m just an orphan. The Emperor's residence isn't mine. It belongs to a friend. I’m only staying there for a while."Sophia reached over and took his hand, squeezing it gently."You don’t need to explain, Elijah," she said, her voice kind."I’m your family now. We’re in this together. I’ll earn enough to take care of both of us."Elijah chuckled, his eyes softening."You’re something else, Sophia," he said."But trust me, I’m not a man who needs taking care of."Sophia smiled, her eyes warm."I don’t care," she replied."You took care of me when I had nothing. Now, it’s my turn."Then she grinned by elbowing Elijah softly."C'mon, now you are my man. So, le
The Unstoppable Dragon Marshal 12. The Call That Changed Everything
Lily rushed into the room, her eyes wide with excitement."Grandfather, you need to see this," she said, shoving her phone in front of Ethan.The news blared on the screen: "Emperor Group Signs a One Billion Dollar Deal with Sophia Donald!"Ethan’s eyes widened, his hand trembling as he took the phone."One billion dollars?" he muttered, his voice filled with disbelief.His expression quickly shifted from shock to a broad grin."Sophia, you’ve done it! You’ve made our family proud!"Sophia smiled politely."Thank you, Grandfather," she replied, glancing at Elijah.She took a deep breath, preparing to tell them that the bet was made between them so she could be Elijah's wife forever.Just as she opened her mouth, the door burst open."Sophia!"May, her mother, stormed in, her eyes darting to Alan."Alan, what do you think of my daughter?" she asked.Her voice was sugary sweet as if she were showing off a prized possession."Isn’t she perfect for you?"Sophia's face turned red with embar
The Unstoppable Dragon Marshal 13. The Rise and Fall
Alan stood in the driveway, his face ashen.He was still reeling from Lando Yale’s words when his phone buzzed again.His father, Kelvin Shaw, was shouting, his voice filled with panic and fury."Alan! The Fire Dragon Group is collapsing!" Kelvin barked."Our stock is plummeting. The Emperor Group has cut all ties, and our partners are withdrawing left and right. If this continues, we’ll be bankrupt by the end of the day!"Alan’s knees buckled."What?" he gasped."No, this can’t be happening! Father, there must be something we can do!""Fix this mess, Alan!" Kelvin shouted."Beg if you have to! Just don’t come back until it’s done!"The call disconnected, leaving Alan in stunned silence.His face turned pale as he realized the severity of the situation.The mighty Shaw family was on the brink of collapse, and it was all because of him.He stumbled forward, his legs weak."Sophia, please," he cried, dropping to his knees."I beg you! Ask Mr. Yale to spare the Shaw family. We’ll do anyth
The Unstoppable Dragon Marshal 14. The Key
“Marshal, everything’s set for tonight,” Doug said, a determined glint in his eyes.“The Shaw family estate is buzzing with activity. Looks like they’re gearing up for a big show.”Elijah nodded, his face cold and serious.“Good. Tonight, we reclaim what’s ours,” he said firmly.“Lava Heart belongs to the Norton family. It’s time to take it back.”Doug grinned.“Understood, Marshal. I’ll get the car ready. Are you planning to make a grand entrance or sneak in quietly?”Elijah smirked.“We’ll see how it plays out. Either way, the Shaws won’t know what hit them.”...After a long day at work, Sophia returned home, a mix of excitement and nerves swirling in her chest.She rifled through her closet, pulling out dress after dress, trying to find the perfect one for tonight’s auction.She knew the event would be tense, especially given the Shaw family’s recent downfall.As she slipped into an elegant, deep blue evening gown, she noticed Elijah leaning against the doorway, his intense gaze on
The Unstoppable Dragon Marshal 15. The Auction's Trap
The grand hall of the Atlanta Auction House was buzzing with murmurs and laughter as Arthurton's elites gathered for the evening’s event.The Shaw family, despite their recent downfall, still commanded a certain level of respect because of Zack Shaw. His reputation as a general of the Western Legion preceded him, and many in the room came out of both curiosity and fear. Among the crowd, masked figures moved with purpose.Elijah and Doug, disguised under sleek black masks, entered quietly.Elijah’s gaze was cold and indifferent as he surveyed the room. Doug followed closely behind, his eyes sharp as they scanned the crowd."Zack Shaw may have power," Doug muttered under his breath, "but he's nothing compared to you, Marshal."Elijah gave a slight nod, his attention focused elsewhere."Let them play their games," he replied quietly."We’re here for one thing, and nothing will stop us from getting it."As they made their way through the auction house, there was a sudden shift in the atmo
The Unstoppable Dragon Marshal 16. Broken by Fear
Ethan walked out of the underground base, his footsteps echoing in the silence.He glanced back once, his face cold and expressionless. Zack Shaw’s threats still lingered in the air, but Ethan knew he had to do something.His mind was already working on which asset can be valuable, it’s not that he was poor but arranging such a huge amount was not a piece of apple for him.However, there was no option as saving his family was required and that stupid Sophia caused this.Back inside the base, Zack Shaw stood over Sophia’s unconscious body, his eyes filled with malice.“Take her to the other room,” Zack ordered his men, pointing to a small, dimly lit chamber down the hall.Two soldiers lifted Sophia and carried her into the room, laying her on a cold, metal chair.Zack followed closely behind, grabbing a bucket of ice water from the corner.He dumped the freezing water onto her face.Sophia jolted awake with a gasp, shivering uncontrollably.Her eyes were wide with panic, and she struggl
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265. Allies in the Shadows
“We can’t do this alone,” Elijah said, his voice firm as he stood at the head of the table. The room was filled with resistance leaders, each representing a group willing to stand against the Quinn family. “If we don’t work together, the Quinn family will continue to thrive in the shadows.”One man, burly and scarred, crossed his arms. “Marshal, we’ve heard promises before. What makes you different?”Sophia stepped forward, her calm yet commanding presence drawing every gaze. “Because we’ve lived through their cruelty,” she said. Her voice was steady but filled with emotion. “I’ve been betrayed by my own family, but I stand here because people like you gave me hope. This isn’t just about revenge—it’s about justice.”The room fell silent, her words resonating deeply.Elijah nodded, adding, “The Quinn family has manipulated this country for too long. We’ve already dismantled part of their operation. With your help, we can finish the job.”A woman at the far end of the table leaned forwa
264. The Secret Weapon
“They call it the ‘Pulse,’ Marshal,” said Dr. Everett, his voice trembling as he slid a set of blueprints across the table. The scientist was pale, his eyes darting nervously around the dimly lit safehouse. “It’s unlike anything I’ve ever worked on before.”Elijah studied the blueprints with sharp eyes, his jaw tightening as he understood the implications. The schematics showed a massive device capable of emitting an electromagnetic pulse strong enough to cripple Evendore’s infrastructure.“Why would they create something like this?” Sophia asked, leaning over Elijah’s shoulder to get a better look.“To control everything,” Dr. Everett replied, his voice barely above a whisper. “If they activate it, every communication, every defense system—gone. They’ll have the city in the palm of their hand.”Elijah looked up, his gaze piercing. “Where is it?”Dr. Everett hesitated, his hands shaking. “They’ve hidden it in a remote facility outside the city. But it’s heavily guarded. You won’t get
263. The Quinn Enforcer
“You’ve walked into my web, Marshal Norton,” Donovan Quinn said, his voice smooth and sharp like a blade. He stood at the center of a dimly lit warehouse, surrounded by armed men. His eyes were cold, calculating, as he watched Elijah and his team step cautiously through the door.Elijah’s gaze remained steady. "Your web looks fragile, Donovan. Let’s see how long it lasts."Donovan smirked. "You’ve underestimated the Quinn family for the last time."The room felt suffocating, the air thick with tension. Sophia’s hand rested lightly on her weapon, her eyes scanning every shadow. Doug stood at Elijah’s side, his posture relaxed but ready, his sharp eyes taking in every detail."Marshal, this place screams 'trap,'
262. The Web Unravels
"Marshal, you might want to see this," Doug said, crouching near the dusty remains of a desk in the abandoned estate. His voice held an uncharacteristic seriousness that caught Elijah’s attention immediately.Elijah stepped closer, his boots echoing against the hollow wooden floor. "What did you find, Doug?"Doug held up a faded parchment, its edges frayed and brittle. "Some kind of coded message. Looks like whoever was here wanted to keep their secrets buried."Sophia joined them, her eyes narrowing as she peered at the paper. "A cipher. These markings... they match some of the patterns I saw in The Warden's documents. This estate must have been more than just a hiding place."The team had been searching the abandoned Quinn family estate for hours. The building, a decrepit shadow of its former glory, was filled with the scent of mildew and forgotten time. Dust-coated chandeliers hung from the ceiling, swaying slightly with the breeze."Do you think the Quinns were funding The Warden?
261. A New Threat Emerges
“Elijah, are you seeing this?” Sophia’s voice trembled as she held the small radio device, the chilling message playing on repeat.“People of Evendore,” the distorted voice declared. “Your foundations are built on lies and corruption. We will tear them down and rebuild a new order. The Warden’s vision lives on.”Elijah’s jaw tightened. He reached out and turned the radio off. “I see it,” he said firmly. “And I hear it.”Doug entered the room, his face lined with concern. “Sir, it’s not just words. Several key infrastructure points were hit last night—power grids, communication towers. Whoever this is, they’re making their move.”
260. The Calm Before
“Do you think we’ve earned a break yet?” Sophia asked, leaning her head against Elijah’s shoulder as they sat around the campfire. The warmth of the flames danced across their faces, contrasting the cool night air.Elijah chuckled softly, wrapping an arm around her. “If anyone’s earned it, it’s you,” he replied. “But I have a feeling the world isn’t done throwing challenges our way.”Doug approached with three tin mugs in hand, his grin as wide as ever. “A toast to our fearless leaders,” he said, handing them each a cup. “And to the rare occasion of a quiet evening.”Sophia laughed, taking the mug. “Doug, you make it sound like we’re on vacation.”&ld
259. Rebuilding Trust
“Do you really think they’ll listen to me?” Sophia asked, her voice barely above a whisper. She stood in the heart of Evendore’s central square, her hands nervously gripping the edges of her cloak. The weight of the crowd’s gaze, even from afar, felt overwhelming.Elijah stepped closer, his eyes steady and unwavering as he placed a reassuring hand on her shoulder. “They will. Because you’re not just speaking for yourself. You’re speaking for every person who’s been wronged by your family. Show them the Sophia I know. The one who’s brave, strong, and unafraid to do what’s right.”Sophia took a deep breath, nodding slowly. “Alright. Let’s do this.”As the pair approached the platform, Doug’s voice broke the tension. “Marshal, this crowd’s bigger than expected. I’d say half the city’s turned up. Either they’re curious or they’re still deciding whether to throw tomatoes.”Elijah chuckled softly. “Let’s hope for the former.”Doug grinned but quickly straightened, adopting his usual profess
258. A Battle of Wills
“I knew you’d come,” Mark said, his voice echoing in the vast chamber of the Donald family’s stronghold. He stood near a console brimming with blinking lights and wires. The device in front of him hummed ominously. “But you’re too late.”Elijah stepped forward, his eyes sharp and unyielding. “Too late for what, Mark? Another one of your family’s desperate plays for power?”Sophia stood beside Elijah, her fists clenched. “This ends here, Mark. Whatever that thing is, you’re not using it to hurt anyone.”Mark chuckled, the sound low and bitter. “You think you can stop me? This device will plunge Evendore into chaos. Every city, every district will lose power. The elite you hate so much will cru
257. The Continuity of Betrayal
“You’ve led them right to us,” Elijah said, his voice colder than the night air. His eyes bore into Lily, who stood trembling at the edge of the clearing. Around them, the team was already forming a defensive line, weapons drawn and senses sharp.Lily took a shaky step back, her face pale. “I didn’t have a choice. Mark… he threatened me. He said he’d destroy everything if I didn’t help.”Sophia’s breath caught in her throat. “Lily, how could you?” Her voice cracked, the betrayal cutting deeper than any blade could. “After everything, I trusted you.”Lily’s eyes filled with tears. “I’m sorry, Sophia. I didn’t mean for it to go this far. I thought I could protect
