2025-05-14 15:36:21“Young Master Brooks, is that you?” came the familiar, deep voice on the line.
Logan’s hand trembled slightly. “It’s me. I was just about to call you.” “Oh, really? That’s perfect. Where are you right now, Young Master?” “Vermil Hospital, Elleville City.” “Wait right there. I’m on my way!” Thirty minutes later, a clearly expensive private helicopter came to a halt on the hospital car park. Out stepped a man in a black suit, slightly graying at the temples, yet tall and commanding in presence. It was Felix Graves, the chief butler of the Brooks family. Everyone in the hospital turned to look as he walked in with the firece-looking guards that surrounded him. Felix quickly found Logan. “Felix Graves, at your service, Young Master Brooks,” he said with a deep bow. Logan frowned at the gesture. “We’re in the public—drop the theatrics.” “Yes, Young Master. I’m just glad you finally answered my call. Your father will be pleased. Oh, and—happy early birthday. Your father has already transferred a small gift to your account.” “A gift?” Logan checked his balance and nearly dropped his phone. 300 million dollars. He’d always known the Brooks family was one of the most powerful in the capital, and even in the entire nation, but to casually drop $300 million as pocket money? Felix continued, “This is a global limited-edition black-gold card. It has a withdrawal limit of 90 billion. Also, the Elleville branch of Brooks Heaven’s Order—Rhine Corporation—is now yours. Starting today, you are its true owner.” “And lastly—this team of family-trained Shadow Guards is now under your direct command.” Felix handed him the card, a stock agreement, and raised his hand. Twenty elite guards emerged from hidden corners of the hospital, masked and armed. They knelt before Logan in unison. Logan sucked in a breath. He had heard of Rhine Corporation—the largest conglomerate in the city, worth billions. And these shadow guards... they looked more like elite commandos than bodyguards. He had no idea his family held so much power. After all, he had left home so young. But if they were this powerful… why hadn’t his father saved his mother? His mother had died helplessly, just like that! Logan clenched his fists. One day, he would uncover the truth. Logan promised himself. But right now, his daughter needed him. After Felix left, Logan rushed to pay the full amount. This time, he didn’t have to beg or borrow. The hospital immediately deployed the top surgical team, advanced equipment, and moved Chloe to the best intensive care unit—assigning two private nurses to watch over her 24/7. For the first time, Logan’s heart eased. He swore—he would never let his daughter and wife suffer again. Just as he was about to go home and tell Charlotte the good news, his phone rang. It was his mother-in-law, Barbara. Logan answered quickly. “Hello, Mom? What’s wrong?” “Logan, Charlotte has agreed to divorce you. Come home and sign the papers.”
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Elowen remained standing at the entrance long after Logan's vehicle had disappeared beyond the gates.The baby slept peacefully in her arms, unaware of the storm raging within his mother.Mrs. Beatrice approached quietly."Miss Elowen, you'll catch a cold standing out here."Elowen slowly turned around and walked back into the house without saying a word.She handed the baby to the nanny before making her way to the study.Closing the door behind her, she sank into the leather chair and stared blankly at the ceiling.Everything had gone wrong.She had spent hours preparing for Logan's visit.She had imagined that seeing their son would soften his heart.She thought perhaps he would stay longer.Perhaps he would ask about her.Perhaps he would see them together and realize they could still become a family.Instead, Logan had done exactly what he promised months earlier.He had come for the child.Only the child.Whenever she tried to steer the conversation toward herself, Logan gently
Chapter 713
A week passed after Logan returned from seeing Elowen.Outwardly, everything appeared normal.He resumed handling official matters, attended meetings, and kept in close contact with Charlotte, who was still in Dalton while overseeing matters related to Elysian Bloom. Their conversations were warm as always, and Logan deliberately chose not to burden her further. He believed she had already carried enough emotional weight from hearing about the existence of the child.Meanwhile, Elowen spent her days in her luxurious villa, taking care of her newborn son.Every time she looked at the little boy, she became even more determined.She had informed Logan that the child had been born, yet that was all. Logan had not come to see the baby. Neither had he asked to spend time with him.Instead, he had simply arranged for the child's expenses to be fully covered. A trust fund was established in the baby's name, the best pediatrician in the city was assigned to monitor his health, and every finan
Chapter 712
The house had become completely silent again.Jean stood alone in the downstairs hallway, every muscle in his body tense. His eyes remained fixed on the staircase as he listened to the faint footsteps of his associate making his way back toward the upper floor.He glanced at the clock.A few minutes past midnight.Everything depended on what happened next.Upstairs, the man reached Clara's bedroom door once more.He paused outside, listening carefully.No voices.No movement.Only silence.He slipped the master key into the lock.With practiced care, he turned it until the latch released.The door opened only a fraction before he eased himself inside and quietly closed it behind him.The room was dimly lit by moonlight filtering through the curtains.Charlotte slept peacefully on the guest bed.Clara remained asleep in her own bed nearby.The man looked from one bed to the other before reaching into the pocket of his jacket.He removed a small canister.After glancing around the room
Chapter 711
Jean remained in the hallway for several moments after looking through the small viewing panel.The bedroom was quiet.Moonlight filtered through the curtains, casting pale streaks across the floor. Charlotte and Clara both appeared to be asleep, their steady breathing the only sign of life inside the room.Jean slowly stepped away from the door and his expression hardened.For a brief instant, he closed his eyes.He remembered the assignment that had been given to him months earlier.He remembered the countless meetings with the gang.He remembered the promises he had made over the phone only minutes ago.His jaw tightened."This has to end tonight," he whispered to himself.He quietly walked farther down the hallway until he reached the small study at the end of the house.Closing the door behind him as softly as possible, he reached for his phone.After hesitating for only a second, he dialed a familiar number.The call connected almost immediately.A man's sleepy voice answered."
Chapter 710
Jean remained seated on the edge of his bed long after the call had ended.His phone lay motionless beside him, its screen now dark and silent.The excitement that had filled him earlier that evening had completely disappeared. The smile that had spread across his face when Charlotte accepted his proposal had faded away, replaced by a cold, thoughtful expression that revealed none of the happiness he had displayed only hours before.He leaned back against the headboard and slowly closed his eyes.The words of his friend refused to leave his mind."Don't forget the plan.""Charlotte was always our prey.""Our gang can't wait anymore."Each sentence replayed repeatedly, refusing to disappear.Jean slowly opened his eyes again and stared at the ceiling.For months, he had been preparing for this assignment.It had never been personal.At least, that was what he had convinced himself from the beginning.Long before Charlotte unexpectedly walked back into his life, his future had already b
Chapter 709
Jean remained seated on the edge of his bed after the unexpected phone call connected. The room was dimly lit, and the quiet atmosphere of the house made every word spoken through the phone seem even louder. Across the hallway, Charlotte had already retired to Clara's room after the long evening they had shared together. She had no idea that while she slept peacefully, another conversation—one far more dangerous—was unfolding only a few doors away.Jean leaned back against the headboard and smiled faintly."Thank you for the congratulations," he said.The man on the other end laughed warmly."I heard everything went exactly as planned."Jean allowed himself a small smile."It went... even better than I expected.""You sound happier than I imagined.""I suppose I am."The caller chuckled."I can hear it in your voice."Jean glanced toward his bedroom door before answering."It has been an interesting evening."For a brief moment, neither of them spoke.Then the caller's tone changed co
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