In the car, the atmosphere was tense as a taut string. Neither Joseph nor Jayce dared to breathe heavily. It seemed as though even the smallest action could make Mr. William explode.In less than fifteen minutes, the three of them arrived at Mozuri Ward. They quickly got out and headed towards the area where they heard Norman was causing trouble. This neighborhood was notorious for fights and brawls, considered a den for underground organizations in the city. It was a place where even the authorities found it hard to maintain control.From a distance, they could hear the shouts and sounds of a brawl.As they got closer, the scene before them left them all stunned. At Mozuri Ward, tension filled the area. Norman stood in the midst of a crowd, his eyes red with anger. In front of him was a group of people, among them a girl who looked worried and frightened."How dare you touch her?" Norman shouted, his eyes filled with fury directed at the man opposite him. "She doesn't belong to you!
### Chapter: Unexpected RescueMr. Patrick, his body battered and covered in wounds, clutched his bleeding abdomen and collapsed onto the ground. The hurried sound of his footsteps echoed through the quiet space, shocking everyone present. His clothes were torn, and blood streamed from his injuries. His face was pale, smeared with mud and sweat. His eyes were wide open, filled with fear.Jayce froze upon seeing Mr. Patrick's figure. His face turned pale, and his eyes widened in astonishment. In contrast, Joseph sat calmly observing, a faint, knowing smile playing on his lips. He had anticipated this situation and was now merely waiting to see the drama unfold.Mr. William was taken aback when he realized that the person running towards them was none other than the gardener he had just hired that morning.“Mr. Liam!” Mr. William exclaimed, his voice filled with surprise.Jayce turned to look at Mr. William, his face growing even paler. Jayce, who was used to controlling every situation
When Mr. William heard Joseph's words, a sudden suspicion arose in his heart. His eyes narrowed as he stared intently at the thugs who had been captured. They were tightly bound and guarded by security personnel, their faces showing clear signs of anger and fear. Deciding that it was time to clarify everything, Mr. William began to approach the thugs, intending to interrogate them personally.As Mr. William was just a few steps away from the thugs, Jayce suddenly appeared in front of him. "Dad, it's probably just a personal dispute," Jayce said quickly, trying to keep his voice calm. "There's no need for you to get involved, I can handle it."Mr. William's sharp eyes seemed to pierce through Jayce's soul as he suddenly asked, "Are you feeling guilty about something, Jayce?""No, not at all. I just think this minor issue isn't worth your concern." Jayce quickly denied.Mr. William stared at Jayce for a long moment, his eyes filled with contemplation and doubt. "If that's the case, step
Mr. William nodded, deep in thought. "You’re right, Joseph. Liam, go home and pack your things, then come back here.""Thank you, Mr. William. I don't know what I would do without you." Patrick looked at Mr. William, his eyes full of gratitude."Think nothing of it. I took you in to work here; moving your things here to live is not unreasonable!" Mr. William patted Patrick on the shoulder.Patrick nodded and was escorted by the security guards to gather his belongings. Meanwhile, Mr. William turned to his sons, his gaze stern."Jayce, Joseph, we must investigate this matter thoroughly. I don't believe this is just a simple personal conflict. There are too many unusual things."Joseph nodded, his eyes resolute. "Yes, father."Jayce remained silent, a scheming glint in his eyes. Mr. William was suspicious of him. If he wasn't careful, all his plans could be ruined.Mr. William stood up, his gaze cold but sharp. "The truth will come out. There's nothing the William family can't uncover."
Norman slowly stood up, his legs trembling with pain and exhaustion. Mr. William looked at him for a moment, then continued, "Starting today, you are grounded. You are not allowed to leave the house and must follow all the rules. If I see you breaking them, the punishment will be even harsher.""And one more thing, you will continue to kneel there today!" Norman nodded, not daring to say anything more. He knew he had to change, to follow all the rules if he didn't want to face another punishment.Mr. William turned and walked back into the house, leaving Norman with heavy thoughts. Joseph watched Norman from a distance, his eyes filled with worry and guilt. Because of him, Norman had to endure this harsh treatment. He never expected Mr. William to take things this far. Anxiety gnawed at Joseph's soul as he saw his brother kneeling on the spiked board in the courtyard, under the pouring rain.Norman looked up and met Joseph's gaze. Despite his pain and exhaustion, he tried to smile a
Brian was still irritated. "Why should I come over? What reason could I possibly have to visit at this hour? Do you want me to invite Mr. William to a bar or something?"Joseph knew he needed to come up with a reasonable excuse to get Brian to agree. "Brian, just order some fruit or drinks and bring them over. I'll explain everything once you're here. It's urgent.""Alright, I'll come over. But you better have a clear explanation when I get there," Brian said, pausing for a moment before sighing.Joseph felt relieved that Brian agreed. "Thank you, Brian. I'll be waiting here."Hanging up, Joseph turned back to his worries. He still didn't know how to convince his father, but Brian's presence might make things easier.Just then, he heard Jayce's voice from downstairs, urgent and pleading. Joseph stood on the stairs, listening intently to the conversation between Jayce and their father. He knew that Jayce's attempts at persuasion wouldn't have much effect in this situation.After a whil
Joseph pressed send, feeling a heavy weight in his heart. He didn't know if he was doing the right thing. He didn't want to keep anyone in ambiguity and uncertainty.Amile read the message, typed for a long time, and then replied: "Literal and figurative? What do you mean?"Joseph looked at Amile's message, feeling a swirl of emotions. "I mean that everything has two sides. The literal sense is the practical benefits, and the figurative sense is the long-term impacts. I want you to understand that before making a decision."Joseph sent the message and then leaned back in his chair, looking out the window. The rain continued to fall, but it couldn't ease the worry in his heart."I understand. I will consider it carefully before deciding. Thank you, Joseph," Amile replied, her tone thoughtful.Joseph put his phone down on the table, his head pounding. Amile was intelligent and thoughtful, but her greed and cunning were undeniable. He couldn't be completely sure about her intentions."D
"Father, Coco and I are not getting any younger. We want to build a family, and I think this is the right time. I would also like you to speak with Mr. Watts about this matter soon."Mr. William frowned, clearly displeased with Joseph's decisiveness. "Joseph, you do not have a stable career yet. I think you should focus on your work before thinking about marriage."Joseph felt a wave of anxiety rising in his heart, but he tried to remain calm. "Father, I understand your concerns. But I believe that Coco and I can build a bright future together. I want your support for my decision."Mr. William sighed, his voice contemplative yet authoritative. "Joseph, I understand your feelings, but things are not as simple as you think. I want you to think carefully before making any decisions. Do not let your emotions cloud your judgment.""Father, I have thought very carefully. I want you to understand that this is my decision, and I am ready to face any consequences. I hope you will support and h