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371. Surge and Surf
Hailing a cab, Alex arrived at the Port Hammerton and headed straight toward pier 9, where a matte black SL-52 Moon Glider was waiting for him on the sparkling waters of the bay.Kevin Miller’s secretary handed Alex the key and escorted him to the boat.“This is the best motor boat you can find in all of Cobalt Cove. It’s one of a kind, and built for speed.”“How fast can it go?” Alex asked, grabbing the key.“In ideal testing conditions, anywhere between 130-135 miles an hour. And the 1350 HP engine will keep it steady even on long rides.”“Sounds good. Thank you, Gabe. I’ll take it from here.”As the middle-aged secretary saw Alex jumping into the speedboat, he blurted out nervously, “I couldn’t find any life jackets. And this boat has only been tested once by Mr. Miller’s cousin. That was in a lake…not the open sea.”Alex chuckled at his words and turned the key.“I don’t need a life jacket. But thanks for the heads-up.”“It also doesn’t have a kill switch!” Gabe shouted after the
370. Fishy Business
Alex understood Angelo wasn’t making empty threats anymore. Having lost everything, this was his last throw of the dice. A desperate final lunge before succumbing to the inevitable.Two hours. That was all Alex had to either agree to Angelo’s insane demands or find where he had taken Josiah Warrington.Even before Alex had the time to think things through, his phone buzzed in his pocket.Elizabeth’s name flashed on his screen.“Mr. Verlaine, I just received a call from someone named Angelo Velasquez from Cobalt Cove. He sent me a video of my dad gagged and tied to a chair. What on earth is going on?”Alex frowned, cursing Angelo inwardly.“Please tell me you’re going to help my dad,” Elizabeth pleaded from the other end. “That guy sounded dangerous. And he said, he’s going to kill dad!”“I brought Josiah here with me. He is my responsibility now. I won’t let anyone harm a hair on his head,” Alex assured. “I just need you to send me that video and keep your phone on. And whatever happe
369. Nothing Left to Lose
The next morning, Angelo Velasquez woke up to 15 missed calls from his deputy and a torrent of messages from the different departmental heads.Even before he could have his morning coffee, his phone buzzed in his hand. It was the Deputy Mayor, Lester Pinkman, on the other end.“We need to talk, Mr. Velasquez.”“I have nothing to talk about this early in the morning. I’m taking the day off,” Angelo barked irritably, meaning to cut the conversation short.However, his deputy’s next words compelled him to stay on call.“All your underhanded dealings have been exposed. Your man, Marcus, just told the cops about your involvement in the moonshine business and the different extortion rackets running across the city. His statements have been backed by Oleg Van Dyke.”Angelo reeled in shock, unable to believe his own ears.“Marcus would never do such a thing! It’s impossible!”“But he did,” Lester continued. “And that’s not even the half of it. Marcus also told the cops about all the people wh
368. Hands That Toil
Betrayed by his own workers, Dustin Hoffman found himself in dangerous waters. Out here in the empty driveway, his cries for help would go completely unheard and the high factory walls ensured he wouldn’t be spotted by any passerby.Just by looking at their menacing faces, Dustin could tell that these men weren’t in it only for the money. They were in it for blood, and only his would suffice.“What the hell are you thinking?” Gary thundered. “Get on with it. Write the damn confession!”Dustin looked at each of their faces before bringing his gaze to rest upon Gary.He picked up the notepad and flung it away.“You are going to kill me anyway. I’m not going to write anything,” he retorted, stern and unyielding as ever.Even though Dustin knew he was outnumbered and had no chance against these murderous ruffians, his pride wouldn’t allow him to submit to their demands.He had been running this steel mill for 13 years now, and he wasn’t going to let a few workers dictate terms.“You’re to
367. Piece by Piece
Kevin Miller teared up over the video call as he saw his wife standing on her own two legs without any support.The wheelchair, which had become an inseparable part of her being, now lay toppled in a corner like a broken relic.“I can…stand. I can even with some help,” Beatrice revealed, smiling through her tears as her auburn eyes twinkled softly. “Dr. Lucy said that I might even be able to start jogging with you after a few weeks.”Kevin chuckled softly, his smile reaching the corners of his eyes.Seeing his wife without her wheelchair was more precious than any business deal he’d ever struck, and it gradually softened his icy heart.“I am in your debt, Mr. Verlaine. You are far more than just a businessman. You are a savior,” he said, settling his moistening eyes on Alex. “I was wrong about you, completely wrong. I hope you find it in your heart to forgive this stubborn old man.”“All is forgiven,” Alex replied, dismissing the praise with casual ease.“Now allow me to return the fa
366. Of Scalpels and Swords
That same night, Alex flew out of Cobalt Cove on a private medical chopper, which took him to Dr. Lucy’s secret medical research facility high up in the Northern Mountains.Beatrice Miller had already made herself at him owing to Dr. Lucy’s care and hospitality, and everything was set for Alex to initiate the medical procedure to treat her paraplegia.As soon as Alex landed in the open courtyard overlooking the medical center, his phone buzzed in his pocket.It was Governor Du Monte on the other side.“I am glad you still remember me, Governor. How are things going in Nexus?” Alex asked.“Everything went well in Nexus. Akaash was a huge help. I will be heading to New Nevada tomorrow. But that’s not why I called you.”Alex sensed the concern in Governor Du Monte’s voice and quickly realized he was feeling uneasy about something.“What’s wrong?”“I heard that you flew out of Cobalt Cove. Angelo was ready to go down. All he needed was a little push, yet you left the job unfinished. I rea
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