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The Wounds of the Past
Ethan's expression grew serious as he looked at Mr. Desmond, who stood beside his granddaughter, still trying to comfort her despite her refusal to accept his departure.“Mr. Desmond, there's something I want to ask you before I leave,” Ethan began. “You already know that I've delivered Louis Blackthorne to Governor Gibson. He's been sentenced to thirty years in prison, and I hope knowing that your greatest enemy has finally been dealt with will allow you to find some peace. After everything he's done to you, I hope your mind can finally rest?”Mr. Desmond's face brightened. For the first time that morning, a genuine smile spread across his lips as he recalled the years of suffering Louis had caused him. “Of course, Ethan! How could I not feel relieved? That man has been a thorn in my flesh for years. No matter how hard I tried to move forward, his shadow always seemed to follow me. I never imagined that the day would come when someone would finally bring him to justice, yet you've ac
She can't let go of Ethan
The following morning, Ethan descended the staircase with his moderate khaki backpack resting against his shoulder. He had finished preparing, packed his few belongings, and was ready to leave when he found Mr. Desmond and Sonia waiting downstairs.“Ethan, have you finished preparing?” Sonia asked, immediately approaching him. “We're almost ready to leave for Desmond Group.”Mr. Desmond nodded. “It's nearly time. I should have gone to the company by now. Your disappearance kept Sonia and me away from there for days, although my executives continued managing the business under my instructions. The chief operating officer supervised daily operations, the chief financial officer handled financial matters, and the heads of departments maintained their respective responsibilities. I also received regular reports to ensure everything remained under control.”“I'm glad the company didn't suffer because of me,” Ethan replied. “But you and Sonia shouldn't have abandoned your responsibilities f
The Mystery he Carried
His expression remained calm, but his thoughts had already returned to the abandoned warehouse where Louis and his men had held him captive. There was something he had discovered there that he hadn't checked since leaving the place, and the thought made him instinctively reach towards his pocket. The burial invitation card. His fingers curled slightly as he remembered the aged card he had discovered at the warehouse. His heart stirred with a mixture of anticipation and concern. He hoped it hadn't fallen out or gotten lost. It had been a while since he had last checked, and the possibility of losing it troubled him more than he wanted to admit. “I hope it's still here. It would be a serious problem if I'd lost it.” he thought. Without drawing attention to himself, he slowly slipped his hand into his pocket. His fingers brushed against the thick paper, and relief immediately washed over him when he felt its familiar, worn surface. The card was still there, its aged texture unmist
A Victory that left its Mark
“Darling, wait...” Ethan said, gently holding Sonia's hands. “Let me take off these battered clothes and have a bath before dinner. I don't want to sit at the dining table looking like someone who has just crawled out of a battlefield.” Sonia glanced at his worn clothes before looking into his eyes. A small smile appeared on her face as she squeezed his hands. “Alright, sweetheart. Go ahead. You've been through so much, and you deserve a good bath and some rest before eating. I'll make sure the food stays warm until you're ready.” “Thank you, darling.” Ethan smiled and brushed his thumb across the back of her hand. “I promise I won't keep you waiting for too long.” “You'd better not,” Sonia replied playfully. “I've been waiting all this time to see you eat the food I prepared. I won't allow you to escape after making me wait so long.” Ethan chuckled. “Who said anything about escaping? After tasting your cooking, I might even ask for a second serving.” “You haven't even tasted
The Depth of Sonia's Love
“Darling, nothing can happen to me,” Ethan said gently, wiping the remaining tears from Sonia’s cheeks. “Look at me. I’m standing right in front of you, and I’m back home. You don't need to be afraid anymore.” Sonia searched his face, still holding his hand as though she needed to convince herself that he was truly there. “But, hero, you don't understand how worried I've been. Whenever I hear something bad about you, my heart refuses to settle. I keep imagining the worst, and I can't stop myself from worrying about what might happen to you.” Ethan smiled reassuringly. “I understand, sweetheart, but you have to trust me. Nobody born of a woman can kill me or defeat me. I'm stronger than you think, and I know how to protect myself. So, whenever you hear that I've gone missing or something has happened to me, don't allow fear to take control of you. As long as I'm in charge of myself and the people around me, including those who depend on me, you have nothing to worry about. I know wh
An Emotional Reunion
The evening sky had already darkened over Dervadia, but the Desmond villa remained warmly lit as Mr. Desmond and Sonia waited in the sitting room for Ethan's return. A thriller movie played on the latest Samsung television, filling the room with tense music and occasional sounds of gunfire, yet neither of them was paying much attention. Sonia had prepared a special delicacy for Ethan, hoping to welcome him with something delicious after his absence, but her excitement had made the wait almost unbearable. “Grandpa, do you think Ethan will be home soon?” Sonia asked, glancing towards the entrance for what seemed like the hundredth time. Mr. Desmond smiled at her impatience. “Didn't you hear what he told me on the phone a few minutes ago? He said he would come back home. Why are you worrying so much?” “I'm not worrying, Grandpa. I'm just waiting for him.” Sonia picked up her phone and checked the screen again. “It's been a few minutes since the phone call, and I really want to see
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