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Chapter 10:Gunfight
Jack and Isabella had just walked out of the private room when, before they could leave the restaurant, a burst of intense gunfire suddenly rang out!"Bang! Bang! Bang!"Bullets whistled through the air, hitting the dining tables with shrill "thuds."Plates and wine glasses crashed to the floor, shattering into pieces.The restaurant’s customers screamed, scrambling under the tables to hide.The once lively restaurant turned into a living hell in an instant."It’s a gang shootout!"someone shouted, their voice filled with fear."Run!"Jack immediately pulled Isabella behind him, his body leaning slightly forward as he stared warily in the direction of the gunfire.His eyes turned sharp—like a hunting eagle.Years of battlefield experience kept him absolutely calm in the face of danger.A group of men in black jackets and baseball caps marched through the restaurant, pistols in hand, searching table by table.A ferocious skull tattoo covered each of their forearms. Cigarettes hung from
Chapter 9:Bankruptcy
The celebration dinner continued, but the atmosphere had turned awkward.After being scolded by Arthur, Ethan huddled in a corner with his head down, not daring to speak—like a child who’d done something wrong.Richard and Martha kept toasting Jack, spouting flattery in an attempt to make up for their earlier mistake."Jack, let me toast you with this one!" Richard held up his wine glass, a fawning smile on his face."I was blind before—I wronged you. Please don’t take it to heart! From now on, you’re our son-in-law—we’re family!"Jack took the glass but didn’t drink it, just placing it on the table."There’s no need for drinking. Isabella and I will handle our wedding ourselves—we won’t trouble you."Richard was rebuffed, his face growing awkward. But he didn’t dare say anything more—he didn’t dare offend Jack now.Jack held the White’s Resort contract and had connections with General Manager Anthony Thompson.If Jack got angry, the Hart family would be finished.Just then, the priva
Chapter 8:Stealing Credit
That afternoon, Anthony Thompson, the general manager of White’s Resort, indeed personally delivered a brand-new contract to the Hart family’s villa.Only Ethan Martinez was at home—Arthur, Richard, and Martha were all out and hadn’t returned yet.The general manager was extremely humble as he presented the contract, explaining that the amount had been increased from the original one million dollars to two million dollars.The terms were so favorable they exceeded the Hart family’s expectations."This is all thanks to Mr. Brown and Miss Hart. It’s our small apology and sincerity," the general manager said respectfully.After seeing the general manager off, Ethan stared at the two-million-dollar contract.An evil idea popped into his head.He picked up the contract and called Arthur."Grandpa, look! I’m the one who finally got the contract! That Jack—he just got lucky and knows some people. The real reason we got it is definitely the reputation you’ve built up for the family all these
Chapter 7:Negotiations
On the way from the Hart family’s house to Jack’s villa in the Washington suburbs, Isabella stared out the car window, a worried frown on her face."Jack, about the White’s Resort contract... I heard Manager Powell is really hard to deal with. And Daniel will probably try to sabotage it...""Don’t worry," Jack held her hand, his eyes steady."The real owner of White’s Resort owes me a huge favor. The contract won’t be a problem."Even though Jack’s tone was certain, Isabella still felt uneasy.She didn’t want to put all the pressure on Jack—or let him be humiliated by her family because of her.An idea popped into her head: she would try to handle it herself.Even if she could only help a little, even if she could just buy Jack a small chance, it would be worth it.Early the next morning, Isabella didn’t wake Jack.She took a taxi alone to White’s Resort, which was located by a lake in the suburbs.She found the manager’s office on the second floor of the project department, took a de
Chapter 6:Breaking the Engagement
Early the next morning, Jack wore a well-tailored light gray suit, which made his tall figure even more imposing.Isabella chose an elegant white dress, pulled her blonde hair up, and applied a light touch of makeup.Now that her appearance was restored, she was radiant—stunningly beautiful.Raymond Brown—Jack’s loyal butler and driver—chauffeur-driven them to the city hall in a black armored car.The city hall was a typical Gothic building—solemn and dignified.They waited in line excitedly, ready to register their marriage."You two make such a handsome couple—perfect for each other!" The middle-aged female clerk in charge of registration smiled and praised them as she handed over the forms.Jack was about to hand over the identification documents that Raymond had specially prepared when suddenly—Bang!The lights in the city hall flickered violently, then went out completely!At the same time, noisy shouting and the sound of breaking glass came from outside the window!"What’s goin
Chapter 5:Treatment
Inside the helicopter cabin, the roar of the engine was muffled by high-end soundproofing into a low background hum.Isabella, wrapped in a soft cashmere blanket, sat in a spacious, comfortable aviation seat.Her body still trembled slightly with excitement and anxiety.She glanced secretly at Jack beside her.He was focused on the golden-red clouds outside the porthole, dyed by the sunset.The sharp lines of his profile softened slightly under the warm cabin lights."Where... are we going?" She summoned her courage, asking in a small voice.Jack turned his gaze to her, the coldness in his eyes fading. "To a place where you can finally say goodbye to the pain of the past." His voice was calm, but carried a reassuring power.Finally say goodbye to the pain?Isabella lowered her head, twisting her hands nervously.These scars were not just physical torture—they were a twenty-year nightmare and a mental shackle. How could it be so easy?"Jack..." She hesitated, "Thank you. But you might
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