2025-11-14 18:12:10The Harrison mansion was busy that afternoon.
Workers moved up and down, decorating the garden with lights and flowers. The smell of roasted meat filled the air.
It was Mrs. Harrison’s idea to host a party — a big one. She said it was to celebrate her nephew’s promotion, but everyone knew she had another reason.
She wanted to show off her family’s success. And of course, she wanted to remind Clara what a “mistake” she had made.
“Clara!” her mother shouted from the hallway. “Hurry and get dressed. Guests will start arriving soon.”
Clara adjusted her earrings in the mirror. “Mom, I’m ready.”
Her mother looked at Ryan, who was standing near the window in his simple shirt. “And you… I hope you at least know how to stay quiet tonight. Don’t embarrass us.”
Ryan smiled calmly. “I’ll try my best.”
“You should’ve stayed home,” she muttered.
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The party began at sunset. Expensive cars filled the driveway.
Laughter, music, and the sound of wine glasses filled the air.
Clara’s cousin, **Eric**, the “successful nephew,” arrived wearing a shiny suit. He walked proudly to the center, smiling at everyone.
“Thank you all for coming,” Eric said loudly. “Tonight is not just my celebration. It’s proof that hard work pays off. Some of us chose the right path in life, and… some didn’t.”
His eyes moved toward Ryan.
People laughed politely. Clara felt her face burn, but Ryan stood still, calm as ever.
Eric smiled wider. “Hey, cousin Clara, where’s your husband working now? Still delivering packages? Maybe he can deliver drinks for us tonight!”
More laughter followed.
Clara’s mother tried to hide her smile. “Eric, behave,” she said softly — but she didn’t really mean it.
Ryan just smiled faintly. “Sure, I can help.”
He picked up a tray of drinks and began walking around, serving politely. The guests chuckled, whispering things like, “He really is just a delivery man,” and “What a shame.”
But Ryan didn’t seem to care. His calm eyes watched everyone, sharp and quiet.
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Later that night, a loud commotion broke out at the gate.
Two security guards ran inside. “Mr. Harrison! There’s trouble outside! A group of men are trying to force their way in!”
The music stopped. Guests turned toward the entrance in fear.
Eric frowned. “Who are they?”
The guard panted. “They said someone here owes them money. They look dangerous.”
Panic spread quickly. Clara’s mother shouted, “Call the police!”
But before anyone could move, Ryan had already set down his tray.
“I’ll handle it,” he said quietly.
Eric laughed. “You? Handle it? What are you going to do, give them a package?”
Ryan didn’t answer. He walked straight to the gate.
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Outside, five rough-looking men were shouting. “Tell that Eric guy to come out! He scammed us last month!”
Ryan stopped a few feet away. “You’re not welcome here.”
The biggest one stepped forward. “And who are you?”
Ryan’s voice stayed calm. “Someone you don’t want to fight.”
The man laughed. “Oh yeah? Let’s see what you’ve got!”
He swung his arm, but before anyone could blink, Ryan moved. A single step, a quick motion — and the man was on the ground, gasping for air.
The others froze.
Ryan’s eyes turned cold. “Leave. Now.”
They didn’t wait another second. They ran off into the night, leaving the guards speechless.
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When Ryan returned, the party was silent. Everyone stared at him like they were seeing him for the first time.
Eric tried to laugh, but his voice shook. “You… you knew how to fight?”
Ryan shrugged. “A little.”
Clara’s mother blinked. “Who are you really?”
Ryan smiled. “Just a delivery man who doesn’t like noise.”
He walked past them calmly, picked up a glass of water, and sat down.
Clara stared at him, speechless. Her cousin’s mouth hung open.
No one said a word for the rest of the night.
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Later, when the guests had gone, Clara’s mother whispered to herself,
“That useless man… what did I just see?”
And in his room, Ryan looked out the window, phone in hand.
A new message flashed on the screen:
**“Commander, your enemy has returned to the city.”**
Ryan’s eyes narrowed slightly.
“So, it begins again,” he murmured.
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Ryan returned home late that night. The cab dropped him far from the house, and he walked the rest of the way slowly. His body felt weak, but his mind was heavy with thoughts. Everything he saw at the company kept replaying in his head. The old building. The files. Uncle Grey’s name. None of it felt normal.When he reached the gate, he stopped for a moment and listened. The house was quiet. No voices. No movement. Only the sound of the night. He opened the gate gently and stepped inside, closing it carefully behind him.Ryan entered the house quietly. He removed the cap and the mask quickly and hid them inside his bag. He pushed the bag deep into the wardrobe and changed his clothes. Only then did he move to the bed.Clara was sleeping peacefully.Ryan sat beside her and watched her face. His heart felt heavy. He wished he could tell her everything, but he knew that would only scare her. He lay down beside her and closed his eyes, but sleep refused to come. His thoughts kept going bac
Chapter 234
The car stopped a little far from the company building. Ryan paid the driver and stepped out slowly. The night air was cold and quiet. The street lights were on, but the area felt strange, almost forgotten. He stood still for a moment, holding his bag, and looked ahead.The company building was right there.It looked the same, yet not the same.The tall gate was still standing, but the paint was fading. The signboard still carried the company name, but some letters were broken. Lights were on inside, but not many. The place felt empty, like a body without a soul.Ryan’s chest tightened.This place once felt alive. His father walked these grounds with pride. Workers laughed. Phones rang. Meetings happened. Dreams were built here.Now it felt cold.Ryan lowered his cap and put on his mask and glasses. He adjusted his jacket and walked forward slowly. His steps were careful. He did not want attention.At the gate, a security man sat on a chair, half awake. Ryan walked past like he belong
Chapter 233
Ryan woke up early that morning, even before the sun fully rose. His body still felt weak, but his mind was sharp. He lay on the bed for a while, listening to the quiet sounds of the house. Clara was sleeping beside him. Her face looked calm, and for a moment, Ryan wished he could stay there and forget everything else.But he could not.The plan he made the night before stayed heavy in his mind. Going back to the company was risky, but waiting longer was even more dangerous. Too many strange things were happening. Too many secrets were closing in on the people he loved.Ryan slowly got out of bed. He moved carefully so Clara would not wake up. He picked up his small bag from under the bed and carried it quietly into the bathroom. He locked the door softly behind him.Inside the bathroom, Ryan stood in front of the mirror. He looked at his reflection for a long time. He barely recognized the man staring back at him. He looked thinner. His eyes carried tiredness and worry. This was not
Chapter 232
Morning came slowly. The house woke up like nothing was wrong, but Ryan felt different inside. His body was still weak, but his mind was already far ahead. He sat on the edge of the bed, watching the light enter through the window. Clara was still sleeping. Her face looked peaceful, and that made him pause.He did not want to bring trouble closer to her.Ryan stood up gently and walked out of the room. The house was quiet. Ava was not awake yet. Mrs Harrison was in the kitchen, moving slowly, her back turned. Uncle Grey was nowhere to be seen.That gave Ryan some relief.He stepped outside into the small yard. The morning air felt fresh, but his chest felt tight. He leaned against the wall and took a deep breath. He already knew what he had to do.He needed to go back to the company.Not openly.Not as Ryan.He needed to go quietly.Ryan pulled out his phone and scrolled through his contacts. He stopped at one name.Marcus.His finger stayed there for a while. Marcus had been with him
Chapter 231
Ryan could not sleep that night. He lay on the bed staring into the dark, listening to every small sound inside the house. Clara was beside him, asleep, breathing slowly. He wished he could rest too, but his mind refused to be quiet.Each time he closed his eyes, the image of the locked room returned to him.The spare room.The door that stayed closed.The door Uncle Grey never talked about.Ryan turned on the bed and sighed quietly. His body felt tired, yet his thoughts felt heavy. Uncle Grey’s voice kept repeating in his head, the threats, the warnings, the talk about a document. None of it felt clear, yet all of it felt dangerous.One thing was certain to Ryan.Whatever Uncle Grey wanted had nothing to do with his father’s company.That truth felt firm inside him.His father’s company had collapsed long ago. The people in this house never knew much about it. Uncle Grey only came into their lives later. There was no reason for him to suddenly be connected to that past.So why wa
Chapter 230
The night after Clara returned from the market felt longer than usual. The house was quiet, but the quiet did not feel peaceful. It felt heavy, like something was hiding inside the walls and listening.Ryan lay on the bed, staring at the ceiling. Clara was beside him, trying to sleep, but he could tell she was not fully calm. Her breathing changed each time a sound came from outside.Ryan kept his eyes open.He was thinking about the warning message.He was thinking about Clara feeling followed.He was thinking about Uncle Grey’s threats.And most of all, he was thinking about the document.Someone wanted it badly.Someone was ready to destroy lives because of it.That meant the document was real.And if it was real, then it had to be somewhere close.Ryan slowly sat up. Clara turned slightly.“You can’t sleep again,” she said quietly.Ryan paused, “I don’t want to wake you.”She opened her eyes and looked at him, “Something is wrong, Ryan. I can feel it.”Ryan took a deep breath
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