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Chapter 194: The Ride Before Sunrise
The water inside the enormous swimming pool reflected cold blue light across the marble walls surrounding the Maguire Estate.Vincent stood beside his father near the edge of the pool with both hands tucked into his pockets. The air carried with it a quiet chill despite the expensive warmth radiating from the estate lights behind them.They had just received news of the ongoing celebration currently ongoing at the Lorenzo Mansion.Pa Lorenzo had officially reclaimed the Lorenzo Group. The news alone was enough to sour Vincent's mood.It only meant the old man somehow got the shares back from his grandson.Vincent slowly turned his gaze toward his father. "So what now?"Christopher Maguire remained staring into the still water before them. The reflection staring back at him looked darker somehow despite the blue glow of the pool lights."What's the next step?" Vincent asked again.Christopher gave a quiet scoff beneath his breath."Screw the next step," he muttered coldly. "I don't giv
Chapter 193: Shadows Beneath Red Wine
Derrick almost gasped aloud.The moment he realized Pa Lorenzo staring directly toward the oak tree, instinct slammed through his body violently enough to almost freeze his heartbeat.He quickly pulled back behind the thick trunk, pressing himself harder against the rough bark while shutting his eyes tightly.For several seconds, he remained rigid.The distant music from the garden suddenly felt just too loud against the terrifying silence near the gates. Derrick focused entirely on the listening.The he heard slow footsteps coming closer. A fresh wave of panic surged through him instantly.If Pa Lorenzo found him here, everything would become all too complicated. Not just for him, but for Ivy too. The old man clearly wasn't as harmless as the Lorenzos believed. Derrick had just heard him discussing murder with frightening ease.And now he was right here hiding like some spy beneath a goddamn tree.His jaw tightened, and for one reckless second, he actually considered climbing the tre
Chapter 192: Beneath the Oak Tree
"Derrick?" Ivy called. "Derrick!"He glanced at her. "I'll be right back honey."He rose from his seat, eyes back toward the direction Pa Lorenzo had disappeared. He hardly spared Ivy more than another glance before walking away from the table.Ivy watched him leave with growing unease tightening inside her chest.The warm lights hanging across the garden and the soft music no longer felt comforting. Around them, guests still laughed, and waiters still moved elegantly between tables.Dora slowly lowered her wine glass while Frederick followed Derrick's retreating figure with narrowed eyes."Now, something is definitely wrong with him," Dora said quietly.Ivy sighed and looked briefly at her drink. "I honestly don't understand anymore."Her fingers curled faintly against the edge of the tablecloth.Derrick would still hold her and kiss her. He'd still speak gently whenever she needed him too. But she knew that something heavy had begun swallowing him whole.She could feel it."He hardl
Chapter 191: The Toast of Old Lions
Derrick nodded slowly at Dora's words before slightly lifting his glass."I hope so," he murmured. The exhaustion beneath his voice remained obvious.The warm garden lights reflected softly against the crystal cup in his hand while conversations and laughter continued to drift across the garden in smooth waves. Somewhere farther across the garden, violin strings blended quite beautifully with low jazz, creating and atmosphere luxurious enough to make the entire evening feel almost unreal.Frederick leaned backward comfortably in his chair. "By the way," he said, glancing between Ivy and Derrick, "does anyone here actually know the woman Mr. Dominic Santiago was recently spotted with?"Ivy blinked."Wait," she said with genuine surprise. "Dominic has a girl?"She turned to Derrick but he looked away at once, reaching for his drink instead and pretending sudden interest in the people moving around the nearby fountain.Ivy narrowed her eyes suspiciously."Derrick?" she muttered. "Is the
Chapter 190: Ashes That Still Burn I
The front door clicked shut behind Dominic as he stepped into his living room.Almost immediarly, he caught the scent. Something quite rich and savory drifted through the living room air, warm spices mixing with butter and fresh herbs in a way that instantly softened the exhaustion sitting across his shoulders after the long day at Blacksite Ops.A smile tugged at his lips before he even realized it."Well," he muttered beneath his breath while loosening his tie slightly, "that smells really tempting."The aroma guided him naturally toward the kitchen. By the time he stepped into the wide space, Vivian stood near the marble counters chopping vegetables with concentration while a pot simmered steadily nearby.Steam curled softly upward beneath the golden kitchen lights, and strands of hair had escaped loosely around her face from the heat.She stopped chopping and looked up the moment she sensed his presence."Now that's my favorite billionaire," she said warmly as she fully turned to
Chapter 189: Between Vengeance and Home
Dominic remained where he stood long after Derrick's call with Ivy ended. He felt unsettled after hearing Derrick's softened voice as he spoke with Ivy. Just a moment ago, the man had looked ready to tear the world apart in revenge. Then Ivy called, and somewhat all that darkness eased just enough for warmth to return to him once more. He watched as Derrick slipped into his suit jacket properly before heading toward the office exit, his expression calmer now. Just as his hand touched the door handle, Dominic cleared his throat. "Sir." Derrick paused and turned halfway toward him. Dominic stared at him quietly for a brief moment. "I'll find who did that to your family," he said. "And I'm way closer than you'll imagine." For the briefest second, Dominic saw a flash of hope in his friend's face. "See you later," Derrick muttered, giving off a quick smile before turning away again. The office door shut softly behind him. Dominic stood still for several seconds afterwards, his gaz
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