2025-10-07 00:32:01The Storm Within the Calm
“Mr. Frederick, why do you think I would accept your offer? After all, I’m still in prison.”
Kindness without reason , even if the other party offered a condition , was something Tyson could not accept. Not to mention, this was someone who had once wanted him dead, someone connected to his own family, the De Leons.
Although Tyson had no intention of keeping his eventual release from this place a secret, that didn’t mean he wanted outsiders to know too early and prepare for it.
Indeed, Tyson wasn’t sure what his family would do if they found out he was being aided by the commissioner general and would soon be freed , which meant slipping out of their grasp.
Big Boss clearly understood his mindset, so he explained, “I’m just trying my luck. Don’t worry, I have nothing to do with your family.”
Tyson merely responded with a mocking smile. “I don’t care whether you’re connected to them or not. But let me make one thing clear , even if the warden’s downfall is related to me, that doesn’t mean I can walk out of this prison whenever I want.”
That was the truth.
As someone used to being in a position of power, Big Boss , Gio Frederick , couldn’t easily accept Tyson’s attitude. He clicked his tongue and said, “Don’t think you can change everything with that demeanor of yours. You’re still the outcast of the De Leon family. How capable do you think you are to live proudly on your own?”
“You’re right,” Tyson smiled, but his eyes were sharp. He didn’t say another word.
He didn’t want to stay there any longer. Once he was full, he stood up and simply walked away.
Big Boss’s angry growl echoed behind him. “I hope you won’t regret this day , for refusing to cooperate with me.”
Tyson paid him no mind. He was used to being threatened by others. On his way back, he asked the system, “Can you help me get an invitation to my grandmother’s birthday in two weeks?”
[Of course, that’s easy. However, you’ll still have to obtain it yourself , the system can only show the way.]
“That’s fine too,” Tyson replied.
After that, the system vanished again. Tyson knew nothing about it , or what it truly was , so he had no idea that the system helping him now actually had its own problems.
He continued his days as usual, only this time without the bullying or scornful looks from other inmates.
A few days later, news of the indictment against the Warden of Prison No. 73 spread within the facility , but outside, everything remained calm.
A secret investigation, led by the commissioner general, uncovered the depth of the deception. Bribery, embezzlement, and gross mismanagement were only the tip of the iceberg.
The dismissal was swift.
The indictment had far-reaching consequences , the entire police structure was shaken. The arrest wasn’t just the downfall of one man; it was a signal that corruption at any level would no longer be tolerated. The commissioner general wasted no time in implementing sweeping reforms.
A full audit was conducted across all departments. Officers with questionable records were thoroughly investigated, and many faced disciplinary action or were dismissed outright.
For Tyson, these changes marked both vindication and a new beginning. When he saw the warden being taken away, he felt that justice,though delayed,was finally being served.
The day of his release arrived. Following the officer sent by the commissioner general to pick him up, Tyson appeared remarkably calm.
As he breathed in the air outside the prison, he took a deep breath and murmured, “Finally, the day has come.”
What occupied his mind were the plans for his next steps in life. He despised his family for hiding so many secrets from him and for wanting to discard him, and he hated their indifference toward him all this time. Naturally, they were first on his list to deal with.
“Young Master De Leon, the commissioner general,”
“Don’t call me that. It’s disgusting,” Tyson cut off the man,Niel, one of the police officers assigned to escort him.
“My apologies,” Niel said before continuing, “The commissioner general asked me to take you to the apartment that has been prepared. During the ongoing investigation of the Vortex Cartel’s leader, you’ll remain under police supervision.”
Tyson nodded in agreement. After all, that was why he had chosen to cooperate with the commissioner general instead of seeking other allies.
“Not many people know about my release, right?” he asked.
Niel immediately replied, “That’s correct. Only a few individuals involved are aware that you were released today. No civilians should know. Your current status is rather special, after all.”
“Good.” Tyson leaned back and closed his eyes, falling asleep during the ride.
The apartment prepared for him was a single unit in a secured district,one look was enough to tell it wasn’t an ordinary neighborhood.
“Contact me if you need any assistance. I live not far from here,” Niel said politely before hearing Tyson’s quiet thanks as he left.
Alone in the apartment, Tyson couldn’t help but feel relaxed and comfortable. After living in a prison cell for two years without freedom,his life growing worse by the day,he truly cherished every bit of comfort he could get.
Even if the apartment was several times smaller and simpler than the cold De Leon residence.
“This is what freedom feels like,” he sighed as he lay down on the bed, ready to sleep again.
But then, the system’s voice echoed.
[Prepare yourself. The path to obtaining Lady De Leon’s birthday invitation will appear. Tonight, at Paradise Bar, Miss Anna Mendes.]
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