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Celestine's eyes widened in shock, her brow furrowing as if she hadn't heard correctly. "What did you say?"Elijah slipped the money into his pocket, stepping a little closer. "I said, what if I want you?"Celestine's expression hardened. "Do you realize who you're speaking to? Or are you taking advantage of my kindness?"Elijah's gaze held hers steadily. "I know exactly who I'm speaking to—a powerful, captivating woman. And perhaps it's your kindness that's taking advantage of me." "What are you talking about?" Celestine asked, her eyes narrowing in suspicion.Just then, Elijah grabbed her with one hand, pulling her close. Their bodies pressed together, and he could feel the softness of her form against him."You… you—what are you trying to do?" Celestine stammered, her breath hitching. "I'll call security if you misbehave," she warned, though there was an unsteadiness in her voice.”Elijah smiled lightly, lowering his head slightly as he inhaled her scent. "You smell good," he murm
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Daniel’s lips curled into a satisfied smile as his father spoke, feeling proud that Lawrence was openly advocating for him.Sierra, on the other hand, felt an immediate wave of irritation. She kept her composure, though, and simply said, “I’ll see about that, Mr. Everhart. Thank you.” Without another word, she turned and walked away, her mind already focused on the next person she truly wanted to meet—Celestine Valencia.Celestine had long been a role model for many women, especially those aspiring to be successful in business. Now that Sierra had gained recognition, approaching her seemed like the perfect opportunity. Since the security personnel were already familiar with her, none of them stopped her as she proceeded toward Celestine’s section.Meanwhile, as Sierra walked away, Lawrence turned to Daniel with an approving nod. “She has class, confidence, and she’s smart. A woman like that? You don’t just admire her—you go after her and make her yours.”Daniel smirked as he watched
Rise Of The General's Forgotten Son Chapter 167
As Sierra and Betty strolled through the venue, reconnecting after mingling separately, Sierra clutched her bag when Chris approached them."Hi, Sierra," Chris greeted warmly, surprising her with a light hug.Feeling a bit uneasy, Sierra managed a smile. "Hello, Chris.""I have to say, you look stunning tonight," Chris complimented, his eyes reflecting genuine admiration. "And your performance was incredible.""Thank you," Sierra replied, appreciating his kind words."Also, thanks for the invitation," Chris continued. "I'll make sure to reimburse you for the ticket."Sierra shook her head gently. "There's no need for that, Chris. I'm just glad you could make it."Turning his attention to Betty, Chris inquired, "And this is?"Sierra introduced them, "Chris, this is my best friend and sister, Betty."Chris extended his hand toward Betty. "Hello, Betty. I'm Chris."Betty accepted his handshake with a warm smile. "Nice to meet you, Chris.""So, did you bring a car or anything?" Chris aske
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As Chris got back into the car, Sierra glanced at him with a slight frown. **“Is everything alright?”** she asked. Chris flashed her a quick smile. **“Yes, yes, everything’s fine.”** He started the car and continued driving as if nothing had happened. Within five minutes, they approached the ice cream center. Sierra relaxed slightly, expecting him to pull over, but to her surprise, he didn’t stop. Instead, he kept driving past it without a word. Her brows furrowed in confusion. **“Why didn’t you stop? We’ve arrived at the ice cream center.”** She turned to look at him, but he remained silent, his gaze fixed on the road. Sierra’s heartbeat quickened. **“Chris?”** she called, watching his expression. Nothing. Her voice grew more urgent. **“Chris? Chris!”** Suddenly, he snapped. **“Shut up!”** he yelled, his voice sharp and aggressive. Sierra’s breath hitched, panic instantly gripping her.Sierra’s pulse raced as she stared at Chris, her chest tightening with unease. “What’
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Sierra's pulse pounded as desperation took over. Without thinking, she lunged forward, gripping the steering wheel with one hand and grabbing Chris's arm with the other, jerking it violently.The car swerved dangerously, tires screeching against the asphalt.“Hey! What the hell are you doing?!” Chris yelled, struggling to regain control.But Sierra refused to let go. She clung to him, twisting his arm and yanking at the wheel in a frantic attempt to stop him.Chris growled, fighting against her grip, his other hand shoving at her. “Let go, damn it!”The vehicle skidded sharply to the side, nearly tipping as it veered off course. Chris gritted his teeth, forcefully shoving Sierra away with all his strength. She lost her grip, and he immediately slammed his foot on the brake.The car jerked to a sudden stop.Before Sierra could react, a stinging slap cracked across her face.SMACK!Her head snapped to the side, slamming against the door. A sharp pain shot through her skull as her vision
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As she tried again, the same automated response played: “The number you have dialed is not reachable at the moment.” Betty groaned in frustration, gripping her phone tightly. Could it be that Sierra’s battery had run out? She hoped that was the case, but something about it didn’t sit right with her. Sierra would’ve at least borrowed Chris’s phone to text or call if her phone had died—wouldn’t she? She sighed, running a hand through her hair. “I should have taken Chris’s contact,” she muttered to herself. Now, she had no way of reaching either of them. Betty leaned back on the couch, forcing herself to stay calm. “Let me wait for a little while,” she mumbled. Maybe Sierra would call soon. Maybe she was just busy. But deep down, an unsettling feeling had already started creeping in. About fifteen minutes later, Betty was still waiting, but there was still nothing—no call, no text, no sign of Sierra. Her fingers tapped anxiously against her phone as she stared at the screen, debatin
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As the car sped down the road, Elijah sat in the front seat, his jaw clenched tightly. His fingers tapped against his knee in a restless rhythm, his entire body radiating tension. A dark storm brewed in his eyes, and his mind raced with thoughts of Sierra—where she was, what was happening to her, and the man responsible for it.His grip tightened into a fist. The mere thought of Chris touching Sierra made his blood boil. His muscles coiled with barely restrained fury, his entire being consumed with a singular, violent desire—to get his hands on Chris and slice him into pieces.His patience snapped. "Drive faster," he ordered sharply, his voice dangerously low.The bodyguard behind the wheel immediately pressed harder on the gas, weaving through traffic with precision.Elijah exhaled harshly, his fingers digging into his palm. He swore to himself—if anything happened to Sierra, there would be no place on earth where Chris could hide.Soon, they arrived at the place, and the ice cream c
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They kept watching the footage closely, scanning every second for any sign of Sierra inside the store. But nothing. She never entered.Elijah’s frustration grew. His sharp eyes remained locked onto the screen as the footage played.Then, suddenly—"Stop! Stop! Stop!" Elijah ordered.The manager quickly paused the video."Rewind," Elijah said firmly.The footage was rewound a few seconds back."Zoom in.”The manager followed the command, and as the image enlarged, Elijah's sharp gaze locked onto a vehicle that had just passed by on the street. His body tensed instantly.That car.It wasn’t parked. It didn’t stop. It was only caught briefly as it moved past, but Elijah recognized it immediately.His fingers curled into fists."That’s Chris’s car," he said coldly, pointing at the screen. "I saw it that night. I still remember."The others stared at the blurry image. Since the car was at a distance, the footage wasn’t entirely clear.Elijah turned to the manager. "Is there any camera that
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Meanwhile…The sleek Audi Q8 rolled smoothly into the campus of New Ember University, its black finish gleaming under the morning sun. The low hum of the engine and the sharp, elegant curves of the car immediately drew attention.As it turned into the main parking lot and pulled into a space among a long row of older sedans and hatchbacks, heads began to turn.Conversations halted.Phones were subtly raised.Whispers rippled across the courtyard."Whose car is that?""Wait... is that a new Q8?""Damn… someone’s rich.”Then the doors opened.Betty stepped out first, looking crisp in her casual fit — neat, stylish, and unfazed by the attention. She adjusted her tote bag and gave a slight smirk at the growing crowd.And then—The passenger door opened.And Sierra Lane stepped down.Her black heels touched the pavement as she stood tall, hair flowing, her outfit perfectly fitted — simple yet stunning. She carried herself with the kind of effortless confidence that didn’t need to ask for a
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Just as Felix stepped out, Sierra walked into the parlor with Betty beside her, both of them dressed and ready for the day. Sierra held her bag loosely in one hand, her other resting lightly on her hip.She walked up to Elijah, her expression soft but slightly apologetic.“I’m sorry,” she said, “I couldn’t prepare anything for you this morning. I—”Elijah looked up from his laptop, the faintest smile tugging at the corner of his lips. “Don’t be silly,” he said gently, waving it off. “Why are you worrying about that? I’ll get something when I’m hungry.”He leaned back slightly, scanning her from head to toe. The crisp blouse, fitted pants, and the subtle scent of her perfume that lingered in the air — she looked hot, effortlessly.“You both are heading out for class, right?” he asked, his eyes lingering just a second longer than usual.Sierra nodded, adjusting her bag strap.“Yes. I missed the last lectures, so I really can’t skip today.”Elijah gave a small nod, the warm look still in
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Elijah spent the next few minutes opening the remaining boxes, examining the shirts, pants, sneakers, and the carefully chosen bottles of cologne. He didn’t rush — he appreciated each piece, the detail, the effort Sierra had put in. Once done, he gathered them all and walked them over to the wardrobe, arranging them neatly.When he returned to the room, he looked at Sierra with a small smile and said simply,“Thank you.”Sierra nodded, her smile warm and soft.“This is nothing compared to what you’ve done for me.”She shrugged lightly. “Just a small gesture.”Elijah’s eyes lingered on her for a second longer before he asked with a faint grin,“So… what did you prepare for the night?”Sierra lit up slightly, her tone proud.“Spicy jollof rice with grilled chicken thighs and sweet-fried plantain. I also made some creamy coleslaw on the side — and fresh juice.”Elijah raised a brow, clearly impressed.“Eaten?” he asked.She shook her head.“No one has. We were all waiting for you.”Then
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Celeste looked ahead for a moment, then turned back to Elijah with a gentle shake of her head.“No, please,” she said softly.“Just drop me down the street. I’ll get a car from there.”Elijah glanced at her, brow slightly raised.“You sure?”She nodded, her tone reassuring.“Surely. Thank you, though. I really appreciate the ride.”Elijah gave a small nod, saying nothing more as he guided the car smoothly through the street.A minute later, he eased the car to a stop near a quiet corner just as she’d asked. The soft glow of nearby streetlights spilled onto the pavement.Celeste unbuckled her seatbelt and reached for the door. As she stepped out, Elijah leaned slightly toward the open window and said calmly,“Take care of yourself.”Celeste smiled warmly, clutching her bag.“I will. You too, Elijah.”With that, she closed the door gently, gave him one last glance, then turned and walked off into the night.Soon, Elijah arrived at the estate. The iron gates opened silently as the black
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Celeste looked ahead for a moment, then turned back to Elijah with a gentle shake of her head.“No, please,” she said softly.“Just drop me down the street. I’ll get a car from there.”Elijah glanced at her, brow slightly raised.“You sure?”She nodded, her tone reassuring.“Surely. Thank you, though. I really appreciate the ride.”Elijah gave a small nod, saying nothing more as he guided the car smoothly through the street.A minute later, he eased the car to a stop near a quiet corner just as she’d asked. The soft glow of nearby streetlights spilled onto the pavement.Celeste unbuckled her seatbelt and reached for the door. As she stepped out, Elijah leaned slightly toward the open window and said calmly,“Take care of yourself.”Celeste smiled warmly, clutching her bag.“I will. You too, Elijah.”With that, she closed the door gently, gave him one last glance, then turned and walked off into the night.Soon, Elijah arrived at the estate. The iron gates opened silently as the black
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Elijah said nothing at first. The faintest breeze swept past them.Just as Elijah was about to respond to Phantom’s question, his phone buzzed sharply in his pocket — cutting through the tense silence like a knife.He slid it out and glanced at the screen.Sierra.A flicker of softness touched his otherwise unreadable face. He answered with a quiet tap and brought the phone to his ear.“Sierra.”Her voice came through, gentle but laced with concern.“Where are you? Are you okay?”She hesitated, then added,“It’s almost 8 p.m… and food’s ready.”Elijah’s gaze drifted toward the edge of the compound, his voice lowering as the weight of the evening finally began to settle behind his calm exterior.“I’m fine,” he said. “Just had a meeting. I’m on my way back now. I’ll be there soon.”There was a brief pause on the line, then Sierra replied softly,“Okay. I’ll keep it warm.”Elijah ended the call and slipped the phone back into his pocket.He turned to Phantom again — the moment from earli
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Phantom’s expression hardened immediately. His jaw clenched as he stepped closer to the man on the ground, glaring down at him like something rotten.“This idiot…” he muttered, the disgust in his voice unmistakable.He looked up at Elijah, his voice rising with bitter edge.“Two weeks ago, a father came to me — desperate, shaking. His fourteen-year-old daughter had gone missing after school. They searched everywhere. Nothing.”Phantom's eyes burned, his fists slowly curling at his sides.“We found her three days later. In an abandoned building on the edge of town. She was barely breathing, drugged, bruised, used.”He tilted his head toward the man on the ground.“This one is the bastard who took her.”The men around fell silent. Some averted their eyes. Others clenched their jaws.Phantom continued, voice now as sharp as broken glass.“He lured her in like a predator. Promised her a ‘modeling opportunity.’ Got her in his car. And when the parents tried to go to the police…”He gave a
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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
