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125: Thank you
Straight from the police station, The black sedan glided to a stop, close enough for Kage to see the chipped paint on Clara's doorframe. John glanced at Kage through the rearview mirror, his expression unreadable. “Are you sure about this, sir?” he asked, his voice low and steady.Kage stared at the building, a knot forming in his stomach. It was a far cry from the luxury she had once craved, a stark reminder of how far she had fallen. It was his fault. "Yeah, let's get this over with, John."John killed the engine. Kage stepped out, followed by John, his shadow always close behind. The air hung heavy with the scent of stale garbage and simmering resentment. Kage took a deep breath, trying to steel himself. He knew this wouldn't be easy. He walked up to the door and knocked, the sound echoing in the sudden silence.The door swung open almost immediately. Clara stood there, a ghost of her former self. Her eyes were bloodshot, with dark circles etched beneath them, and her hai
124: Mondays for interrogation
Almost an hour and John had been in with the police. Of course, Alfie was with him, but it was absurd—John didn’t have anything to do with Clara. He doubted they had ever even spoken to each other.Mondays didn’t seem too busy at the police station. Back at the hospital, Mondays used to be one of the busiest days—people coming in from their weekend bad decisions and all.Kage sat waiting. His gaze moved toward a man slowly trying to lift his phone. For the sake of his company’s reputation and privacy, Kage didn’t want to be photographed there.“Would you please not do that,” he said to the man.The man shrugged, bringing the phone closer as he smirked. He clearly didn’t have anything good in his heart.“I can be famous,” he muttered.Irritated, Kage leaned forward as if wanting the man to see him clearly. “Well, we’re in the police station, so it would be easy to file a complaint. And again, I have every right not to be photographed. So if you want to go against that and I sue you… I
123: Bugger!
Meanwhile, in Clara's rapidly shrinking world, her final valuable properties had been sold. The Christmas season had been a particularly cruel torment, and the prospect of remaining in her lavish condo, only to be further humiliated by the caretaker's judgment, was unbearable.She just couldn't wait till it happened.Clara was certain he had stumbled upon her private videos online, adding another layer of shame to her already crumbling self-esteem. Damn Matt! Gosh she would make him pay!!!Staring blankly at her MacBook, she briefly considered selling it as well. She envisioned herself living in a small, anonymous apartment, costing no more than $300 a month. A place that was merely okay. I don't need an expensive house, she lied to herself. Just for now.Her gaze drifted back to the laptop, a flicker of hope igniting within her. Nah, she thought, I'll need it for my new job. She clung to the fragile belief that the scandal would eventually subside, allowing her to secure a d
122: Pay it forward
Enough of the holiday cheer had been consumed. For Kage, it had been one of the most memorable holidays of his life, second only to the fading memories of childhood celebrations with his parents. Already fading as in he failed to remember most of what happened.Deep down, he yearned to solidify those precious moments in his heart, knowing that soon their voices would fade completely, leaving only the echoes of their presence in his soul. Well, Kage trust he would always remember them.As he dressed, his movements careful not to disturb Johanna, he watched her in the mirror, a growing conflict raging within him. Should he involve her in the whirlpool that was about to consume his life?Their gazes locked in the reflection, and Kage immediately averted his eyes, a sense of guilt washing over him. It wasn't as simple as casually saying, "Hey, so my old best friend tried to kill me, is probably stealing from my company, and I demand justice." Kage couldn't help but wonder if Johanna
121: snow man
December 26th. Snow fell in slow, deliberate flakes, each one a tiny hush over the world. The Christmas clamor had burned itself out; what remained was a white silence that felt almost sacred. Kage stood on the porch steps, coffee steaming in his gloved hand, and realized he was…content. Not the brittle contentment of a man counting assets, but the softer kind that sneaks up when no one is watching. He liked it. It felt like a huge escape for him. From his own mansion, his hospital, his ex wife and ex best friend. He hadn't even thought about anything since he arrived three days ago. The women had vanished on some mysterious "bonding time" mission, leaving him in the company of Jackson and the other men. What began as small talk about hangovers and bad gifts slid, inevitably, into a snowman contest.As everyone bundled up and ventured outside, shovels in hand, a strange sensation washed over Kage. A void. He couldn't recall ever building a snowman before. A pang of something akin t
120: Family
The holiday haven was bathed in soft beige, pink, and white hues, creating a serene escape within the Beaumont family estate. Personal photographs dotted the walls, capturing moments and memories. An elegant dresser stood beside a makeup chair, suggesting a space dedicated to both personal style and quiet reflection.Kage's eyes landed on a teenage photo of Johanna, and next to it, a childhood picture with most of her front teeth missing. Kage chuckled, a warm sound that resonated in the room.His arms wrapped around Johanna, but his mind was a whirlwind. He shifted his bare legs in the sheets, his thoughts racing as she caressed his bare chest.Pulling her into a tight hug, he kissed her forehead. She looked up at him, a knowing smile playing on her lips."You know you can't hide anything with that face of yours," Johanna said softly, her fingers tracing the lines of concern etched on his brow.She got out of bed, her bare back a tempting silhouette against the morning light, and wal
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