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Rise Of The General's Forgotten Son Chapter 156
As Elijah stepped into the VIP section, his eyes took in the lavish arrangement before him. The area was set apart from the rest of the venue with elegant golden railings, plush velvet chairs, and glass tables adorned with expensive wine bottles and crystal glasses.At the center, the most prestigious guests sat in a semi-circle, engaged in conversation—powerful business moguls, elite investors, and high-ranking officials. Among them was Daniel’s father, Lawrence Everhart, and sitting not far from him was the eldest madam of the Valencia family, a dignified woman exuding authority.Each table had name cards designating assigned seating, emphasizing the exclusivity of the section. Soft classical music played in the background, blending with the quiet murmurs of discussion. Waiters in crisp uniforms moved gracefully, serving premium drinks and hors d’oeuvres.Elijah’s gaze flickered to where Celestine was seated. Her presence commanded attention effortlessly. Without hesitation, the bod
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Nathaniel’s irritation was quickly masked by a forced smile, but there was no mistaking the tension in his posture. With reluctance, he turned his attention back to Elijah, realizing he had no choice but to respond.Nathaniel forced a smile, adjusting his posture as he responded. “We have implemented multi-layer encryption protocols and an advanced firewall system that ensures our data is secure. Additionally, our AI is designed with self-learning algorithms that can detect and neutralize potential threats before they escalate.”Elijah remained unfazed. He leaned back in his chair, his fingers lightly tapping the armrest. “That sounds impressive on paper,” he said, his tone calm yet firm. “But self-learning AI is still unpredictable. It’s only as reliable as the data it’s fed, and if it encounters an anomaly it doesn’t recognize, what happens then? The system could misinterpret threats, or worse, leave a backdoor open without realizing it. And let’s not forget—ive heard of your compa
Rise Of The General's Forgotten Son Chapter 157
Nathaniel’s irritation was quickly masked by a forced smile, but there was no mistaking the tension in his posture. With reluctance, he turned his attention back to Elijah, realizing he had no choice but to respond.Nathaniel forced a smile, adjusting his posture as he responded. “We have implemented multi-layer encryption protocols and an advanced firewall system that ensures our data is secure. Additionally, our AI is designed with self-learning algorithms that can detect and neutralize potential threats before they escalate.”Elijah remained unfazed. He leaned back in his chair, his fingers lightly tapping the armrest. “That sounds impressive on paper,” he said, his tone calm yet firm. “But self-learning AI is still unpredictable. It’s only as reliable as the data it’s fed, and if it encounters an anomaly it doesn’t recognize, what happens then? The system could misinterpret threats, or worse, leave a backdoor open without realizing it. And let’s not forget—ive heard of your compa
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Elijah chuckled, tilting his head slightly as he met her gaze. “I told you, Ms. Valencia, I love to learn,” he said smoothly. “I pay attention to the world, study how things work. That’s all.”Celestine wasn’t convinced. She tapped a manicured finger against the table, observing him. “No,” she muttered. “It’s more than just learning. You think differently.”Elijah only smirked. “Thinking differently is what separates the successful from the ordinary.”Just then, the same man from earlier stepped onto the stage, tapping the microphone to get everyone's attention. The chatter in the room gradually died down as he spoke with a bright smile.“Ladies and gentlemen, in five minutes, we will have our star guest, the one and only Sierra Lane, on stage to perform for us!”The announcement was met with an eruption of applause and excited murmurs. Some guests clapped enthusiastically, while others cheered in anticipation. The energy in the room instantly shifted, buzzing with excitement as peopl
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Celestine, watching Sierra with keen eyes, tilted her head slightly and muttered, "Oh my… she's beautiful and thick."Elijah, still watching Sierra with a proud smile, nodded and said, "Sierra is indeed a beauty goddess."Celestine nodded, then turned her gaze to Elijah, curiosity flashing in her eyes. "You know her?"Elijah gave a slight nod. "She's a friend, so yeah, I do know her.”"I see," Celestine said simply, before shifting her focus back to the stage.Meanwhile, at the Everhart Family's TableDaniel, his eyes fixed on Sierra as she stood on stage, gulped slightly and leaned toward his father. "Dad, she's the one I donated the money to."Lawrence Everhart, caught off guard, turned to his son with a shocked expression. "Her?""Yes, Dad," Daniel confirmed, his voice filled with admiration. "We're in the same university.”Lawrence studied Sierra for a moment, then let out a small chuckle. "You should have told me it's a beauty like her. Look, I wouldn’t have a problem if someone
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At the backstage, Betty stood in front of the screen, her hands clasped together in excitement as she watched Sierra dominate the stage. A bright smile spread across her face as she swayed to the music, feeling so proud of her best friend."That's my girl!" she cheered softly, her eyes shimmering with admiration. "She’s killing it!"Beside her, Isla crossed her arms, tilting her head slightly as she watched Sierra’s performance unfold on the TV screen. A hint of a smirk tugged at her lips, impressed by how effortlessly Sierra controlled the stage.Betty turned to Isla with a grin. "Of course! Sierra was made for this. Just look at how the crowd is vibing with her!"On the screen, Sierra moved across the stage with confidence, her voice powerful, her expression radiant. The way she connected with the audience was undeniable, and the energy in the room was off the charts.Betty felt an overwhelming sense of pride. She knew how much Sierra had worked for this moment, and seeing her shine
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The room was alive with speculation, people turning to one another, debating in hushed yet eager tones. Even some of the VIPs, usually reserved, seemed drawn into the discussion.Celestine tapped her nails against the table, her gaze sharp as she listened to the different names being thrown around. But when she glanced at Elijah, she noticed something—he wasn’t reacting at all.Unlike the others who were murmuring and guessing, he simply took another slow sip of his whiskey, his expression unreadable.For a brief second, Celestine narrowed her eyes at him. Did he know something?Celestine looked at Elijah and say, "Why are you that quiet? Do you know anything or have an idea?"Elijah intentionally nodded and said, "I was thinking something."Celestine raised a brow. "What's it?"Elijah exhaled slightly and leaned forward, resting his arm on the table. "From the look of things, I'm 98 percent sure the chairman she's talking about is here at the program.""Here?" Celestine asked, her ey
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A stunned silence filled the venue for a moment before the room erupted into whispers and gasps."Wow!" someone murmured."Two hundred grand? That’s huge!""The Valencias don’t play small," another person commented in admiration.The claps and nods of approval spread across the VIP section, and even Isla seemed momentarily taken aback before quickly regaining composure and smiling. "Thank you, Ms. Valencia, for your generous donation.”Isla smiled and gestured toward Celestine before speaking into the microphone. "And let’s not forget, Ms. Valencia has already contributed generously to sponsor this very program. She has done a lot for this event, which is why she’ll be giving a short speech tonight."A round of applause filled the room once more, with murmurs of approval rippling through the audience."Wow, she really went all out for this," someone whispered."No wonder she’s one of the top young business figures," another person commented.Celestine remained composed, offering a sli
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Just as the police began filing out and the air started to settle, a sudden burst of movement shattered the moment.One of Phantom’s men — the same one who had once tried to rob Elijah that night — stepped forward, his face twisted with rage. He couldn’t hold it in anymore.“How dare you say our boss is under you?!” he snarled, eyes burning as he charged at Elijah.“I’ll teach you a lesson, you arrogant—”But he didn’t get far.Phantom moved like a lightning strike.His hand shot out and snatched the man by the collar, jerking him back mid-lunge. Before the thug could even speak another word—SMACK!SMACK!Two brutal slaps landed across the man’s face — loud, raw, devastating. The second one sent him sprawling sideways, a sharp crack echoing as a tooth flew out and hit the ground.The man staggered, blood dripping from his mouth, his cheeks flushed red and swelling rapidly. He stumbled to his knees, groaning.Phantom towered over him, seething.“How dare you?” he growled, his voice li
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Phantom’s jaw tightened. For a moment, he didn’t answer. Then he let out a hard breath through his nose and stepped forward, facing Elijah squarely.“Even though I’m ruthless,” Phantom said firmly, “I’ve never murdered the innocent. I don’t do that. Nor do I traffic, rape, or touch women. Never.”He pointed a blood-stained finger toward the ground.“Yes, I beat people. I break bones. I punish those who cross the line. But don’t let them add things I don’t do. I don’t run like that.”There was a raw honesty in his voice — harsh, but real.One of the officers behind Dorson scoffed and stepped forward.“So you beat people?” he snapped.“And who gave you that right? Huh? Who gave you the power to take the law into your own hands?”Phantom’s eyes flared with rage. He turned sharply, stepping toward the officer, his voice venomous.“I’m the underworld boss.” He spat the words like fire. “You don’t tell me what to do. I answer to no one.”The tension roared back in like a tidal wave.Dorson
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Outside, the standoff stretched tight as a drawn wire. Phantom Reiss stood at the center of his compound, his men tense behind him, facing down the five armed officers who had dared to walk into his territory.Superintendent Dorson didn’t budge. His stance was firm, voice cutting through the air with authority.“Cooperate, Phantom,” he said, slowly stepping forward. “Let’s make this smooth. You come with us, answer questions, and we won’t have to escalate.”He gave a sharp glance around the compound.“But if you resist—if you think this is some game—you’re going to find your base surrounded in less than five minutes.”Dorson’s hand dropped slightly toward the radio clipped to his vest.“SWAT is already two blocks out. Drones are circling. One word from me, and this place becomes a war zone.”The threat hung heavy in the night air.Phantom’s jaw tensed, eyes narrowing. His men shifted behind him, muttering nervously now. Some lowered their weapons, sensing the growing danger.Just then
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Outside, although it was dark, there were lights making the place a bit bright. Phantom Reiss stepped out into the open, his boots crunching heavily against the gravel. The dim security lights from the compound buzzed above, casting flickering shadows over the yard.In front of him stood five uniformed officers, guns raised, eyes locked with purpose.Each one had their weapon trained directly at Phantom’s chest.Behind him, his men fanned out silently, weapons in hand but still lowered, unsure if this would escalate or dissolve.Superintendent Dorson stood at the front, tall, unflinching, hand resting near his holstered pistol.He didn’t blink as he spoke.“Phantom Reiss.” His voice was loud and steady.“You and your men are under arrest. Lay down your weapons and surrender immediately.”Phantom’s lip curled. “Under arrest?” he repeated, voice rising with disbelief and fury.He took a single step forward, shoulders squared.“Are you sick, Dorson? Do you even know whose house you’re st
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Meanwhile, Felix arrived back at the estate. After locking the car and walking in, he stepped into the familiar living room and immediately noticed someone seated on the couch, legs crossed, holding a bowl of popcorn and munching quietly. It was Betty. She looked relaxed and beautiful in a casual top and shorts, her hair tied back slightly, eyes on the large screen.She looked up, recognizing him instantly. The last time she’d seen Felix was when she barged in with panic, telling Elijah Sierra was missing.“Hey, evening,” Felix said with a polite nod, closing the door behind him.“Hi,” Betty replied with a small smile. “Want some?” she asked, holding the bowl of popcorn toward him.Felix shook his head gently. “No, thank you, I’m good,” he said, before moving to take a seat at the other end of the couch.Just then, Sierra walked into the hall, tying the straps of her apron around her waist. She paused the moment she saw Felix, her eyes scanning the hall as if expecting someone else to
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Elijah stood tall, his voice calm but pressing,"Look, it's late, and I have better places to be. How much did he pay you exactly? I'm offering double — no games."Phantom Reiss stared at him for a long moment, his mind racing.If he accepted, that would be about $20,000 straight into his hands — quick, clean, no stress.Twenty thousand dollars was a lot, even for him. It could fuel operations, pay off men, replace broken equipment, or even bribe some important names around the city.But then again... what if this Elijah was bluffing?Phantom’s hand twitched slightly at his side.He turned and glanced at his men — they were all watching him, waiting to see what decision he would make. Even the man who had beaten the body hanging from the ceiling had paused, staring.He could feel the weight of the moment pressing down.Elijah didn’t move. He just stood there,
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Phantom’s eyes darkened, his jaw clenching, but Elijah wasn’t done yet."You’re not even your own boss then," Elijah continued, smirking."You’re just a puppet on Nathaniel’s strings. He throws a few coins at you, and you bark and fetch like a dog?"A few of the men visibly flinched, the insult hanging heavily in the air.Phantom's hands balled into fists at his sides, his body stiffening, but Elijah leaned in slightly, smiling even wider."I expected more from a man with a name like Phantom Reiss," Elijah said mockingly."But it turns out you’re just another street thug in a fancy cage playing gangster.”The room was dead silent for a moment. Even the dogs in the cages seemed to sense the tension, their growls low and threatening.Phantom Reiss’ nostrils flared, and his voice came out low and murderous,"You’ve got a death wish, Elijah Westbrook.”Phantom’s dark eyes glared coldly through the flickering light of the grim room.Nathaniel's voice came from the phone speaker, smug and v
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His cold, sharp eyes locked onto Elijah's calm, unwavering face.There was a moment of chilling silence, the sound of the dogs barking faintly behind them filling the heavy air.Phantom frowned slightly, as if assessing Elijah from head to toe.The blood-stained singlet on his chest stuck awkwardly to his skin, his muscles tense, the brutal energy he carried unmistakable.Yet before him stood Elijah — unflinching, arms slightly loose at his sides, his expression unreadable, almost casual.Phantom dropped the stick to the ground with a loud thud, wiped his hands slowly on a dirty cloth nearby, and took two slow steps closer, the tension thickening with every move.Phantom stared at Elijah for a long moment before a twisted smile curved on his lips.He opened his arms wide slightly and said in a low, taunting tone,"Elijah Westbrook... welcome."Elijah remained calm, his sharp gaze surveying the room again — the cages, the brutal scene behind Phantom, the men standing like loyal wolves
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The scarred man gritted his teeth furiously but stayed in place, glaring at Elijah with burning hatred, breathing heavily as if restraining himself.Elijah stood there, unbothered, a light smirk still on his face. His calmness only made them more unsettled."Tch," Elijah muttered, shifting his weight slightly on his heel, still relaxed. "If this is the best Phantom Reiss has, then maybe I should be disappointed already."The group stiffened hearing Elijah mention Phantom Reiss so casually.One of the rough-looking men stepped forward, pointing a thick finger at Elijah and barking, "How dare you mention boss's name with your filthy mouth?"Another, gripping a rusted pipe in his hand, spat on the ground and said angrily, "Let’s just beat him bloody here and now!" His voice was thick with rage.But immediately, one of the older, slightly smarter men grabbed his shoulder and pulled him back roughly."No! Are you dumb?" he snapped. "Boss said bring him, not break him here. If we mess him u
