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“I just met Ethan there's no fucking way I will marry him! She said, her voice calm. “Language young lady,” Old master Edward responded, Victoria rolled her eyes. “You will get married to him.” Everyone's face froze in horror, while Victoria on the other hand Her eyes widened in shock. Is she grateful that Ethan saved old master Edward? Yes! But does she want to get married to him? No! She felt like she didn't know anything about him since they just met. “I would rather not be disrespectful, but I can't get married to him.” “Why? He's a handsome man, one with good skills, he's a medical doctor, and knows the general too well. What more do you want, young lady? With Ethan, the future is bright.” Before Victoria could speak, the Old master cut her off. “Vicky, you should be happy. Ethan is every lady's dream. Ethan has made a hit in this country.” As Victoria pondered the situation, she began to see the wisdom in her father's words. Getting married to Ethan would likely bring her more benefits than drawbacks. Just as she was about to express her newfound willingness, Ethan spoke up, his words interrupting her thoughts. “I have a wife, thank you!” The room fell silent, with all eyes fixed on Ethan in a mixture of shock and skepticism. They found it challenging to believe he had a wife. Everyone would want to be a part of Edward's family. Yet, Ethan had rejected it, as if they were nothing. Old master Edward felt disheartened after hearing Ethan was married. He saw a very bright future in Ethan and wished someone from his family would be part of Ethan's life. He tried to think of another way to tie Ethan down, but no matter how he cracked his brain nothing was coming up. He let out a groan. “I can't just let you go. Name one thing, anything, and I Edward will grant you, what you wish for!” “Hmm,” Ethan hummed, caressing his jaw. His eyes darted around and then back to Edward. “Nothing for now. There's nothing the Edward's family can do for me, when I think of something, I would let you all know.” Their faces darkened, but they dare not show it. Old master, Edward, gestured for Victoria to step forward, which she did. He whispered to her to get the golden card, which she did. Old master Edward passed it to Ethan. “The two golden cards have ten million dollars each, take it.” Ethan shook his head, chuckling. He pushed old master Edwards hand back to him. “It's fine. Give it to the less privileged.” Victoria found herself increasingly drawn to Ethan's character. His indifference to wealth was a refreshing quality, one that she found particularly appealing in a partner. As she reflected on their earlier conversation, she couldn't help but wonder if he was truly married. A pang of regret surfaced, and she found herself wishing he had accepted her father's proposal. Ethan's gaze flicked to his watch, his expression hinting at a pressing engagement. “I'll be taking my leave,” he announced, his voice firm but polite. Old Master Edward nodded graciously, a warm smile spreading across his face. “My doors are always open to you. If you need anything, don't hesitate to reach out. You're like family to us now.” Ethan's eyes sparkled with a hint of amusement. The Edward's family, one of the wealthiest in the small city of White Castle, held considerable influence. Yet, Ethan's gaze seemed to convey that he was unfazed by their wealth and status. In fact, he appeared to be pondering something far more significant. Why bother with the Edward's family in a small city like White Castle, when powerful families in the big city would do anything to have a conversation with him? With a subtle smile, Ethan turned to leave, but Old Master Edward's voice halted him. “Wait,” the old man said, and Ethan paused, raising an eyebrow in inquiry. The old master nodded to Victoria, and she stepped forward to escort Ethan outside. As they walked, Victoria struggled to find a way to initiate a conversation, but her mind remained blank. Ethan's expression remained impassive, his eyes fixed ahead. The crowd that had gathered outside had dispersed, leaving an awkward silence in its wake. Victoria cleared her throat, hoping to break the ice, but Ethan continued to ignore her, his gaze unwavering. Ethan's sole focus was on making a swift exit. As they reached the door, Victoria suddenly exclaimed, "Fuck,” Ethan raised an eyebrow, inquiring, “What?” “I forget my car keys, give me a second.” Ethan merely nodded and began to pace around the entrance hall. His patience was wearing thin. Just then, a woman walked in, and her eyes widened in shock as they met Ethan's gaze. “What are you doing here?!” she asked, her voice laced with shock. "Aren't you supposed to be in prison?”
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Chapter 134.“War?” he asked, standing up sharply. Victoria stood too, concern flashing across her face.“Yes, sir,” the man said quickly. “It broke out in the South Province.”Ethan let out a sharp hiss of frustration. “How the hell did you let this happen? I gave you one simple job, and you still managed to mess it up.”“I tried to inform you,” the man replied, his voice tight. “But you were… occupied. Jack took advantage of that. He signed the war contract while you were unavailable.”“That fucking bastard,” Ethan growled, clenching his fists. His jaw tightened, rage boiling just beneath the surface. “He knew exactly what he was doing. I swear,” he muttered through gritted teeth, “I’m going to make him regret ever crossing me.”Victoria watched him carefully. “Ethan,” she said softly, “you need to breathe. Think before you move….”“Don’t tell me to breathe!” he snapped, turning to her. “He declared war, Victoria. While I was here, trying to have dinner, trying to be human for fiv
chapter 133
Chapter 133.Ethan sped through the streets, his hands gripping the wheel tightly. When he reached the storehouse, he didn’t waste a second, he jumped out of the car and rushed inside.One of his men stepped forward. “Sir, Don is sick.”Ethan’s eyes landed on Don, who was slumped in the corner, pale and barely breathing. For a second, he stared at him, cold, unmoved.“I wish I could feel something for you,” Ethan muttered. “But I can’t. That’s exactly how my mum was, sick and helpless. And you left her to die.”“P...please…” Don croaked weakly.Ethan let out a bitter chuckle. “I’m not here for you.”He walked past him without a second glance, heading straight for Jack’s boy. One of his men had the boy’s head shoved into a bucket of water.“Stop!” Ethan shouted.The man froze.“Who the hell told you to do that, huh?” Ethan barked, rage burning in his eyes. “Did I ask you to drown him?”“Sir, I thought you’d like it,” the man said quietly.Ethan hissed. “What do you even know about wh
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Chapter 132.Caleb’s father and the rest of the family arrived at the location, their eyes scanning the area in panic.“Caleb!” they called out desperately. “Caleb!” his father shouted again, voice breaking with fear.Somewhere nearby, Caleb heard his name, but he couldn’t respond. The boils had already spread up to his throat. He couldn’t even cry, his own tears would burn his skin. All he could do was curse Ethan silently and pray that someone would find him.“Caleb!” his father’s voice rang out again, louder this time. Everyone turned toward him as he stood frozen, his hand trembling as he pointed toward something.They followed his gaze, and gasped. There, barely recognizable, was Caleb.“Caleb!” his father cried, rushing toward him.He dropped to his knees beside his son, staring at the youngest of his children. A storm of emotion passed over his face, pain, helplessness, and a deep, burning rage.He wasn’t just looking at his wounded son. He was looking at the reason for vengea
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Chapter 131.“You’re about to find out why they call me the General of the West,” he said, his voice calm but deadly. “You’ll learn the difference between my mercy… and my wrath.”“Oh, now I’m shaking,” Caleb said with a sarcastic laugh. He scoffed and added, “What are you going to do that you haven’t already done? You think I’m going to beg? That’s your problem, you actually believe the world revolves around you.”Ethan didn’t respond. Instead, he raised the rod and slammed it against Caleb’s leg. Caleb screamed in pain, his body jerking from the force.Ethan let out a cold chuckle, then hit him again, harder this time, knocking Caleb to the ground.“Go on,” Ethan said calmly. “Keep talking.”Caleb groaned, clutching his leg as he struggled to breathe through the pain. His voice shook, but he forced himself to speak. “You think this makes you powerful? Hurting me like this?”Ethan crouched beside him, eyes cold, the rod still in his hand. “No,” he said softly, almost like a whisper.
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Chapter 130.Caleb was eating when his phone beeped. It was a message from Jack. He hissed under his breath, Finally.He stood up so fast his chair toppled over, making everyone in the room look at him."Where are you going?" his father asked."I have something important to take care of," Caleb replied without looking back.His father stared at him for a moment, then let out a long sigh. "You need to stop being jobless and get your life together."Caleb rolled his eyes, biting back a reply. He hated this conversation. He hated how his father always saw him as a burden, like he hadn’t done anything meaningful in his life.He wanted to scream-What about all the times I helped this family? Do those moments mean nothing? But instead, he kept quiet.Deep down, he knew everything would change once Jack paid him. Then he’d finally have the chance to prove he wasn’t worthless.“I will fix it tonight.”With that, Caleb walked out of the house without another word, slamming the door behind him
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Chapter 129. He stared at her. He didn’t have an answer. The wires he thought disarmed the device should’ve shut it down. But now—now it was louder, faster. “I… I don’t know,” he said quietly, forcing the words out. “This wasn’t supposed to happen.” Her eyes widened, tears flooding them again. “Is it going to explode?” Ethan didn't answer. “Ethan, talk to me,” Victoria said, her voice shaking. He took a deep breath, then turned to his men. “Leave the room,” he ordered. But they stood their ground. “Boss, if we die, then we die together.” Ethan shook his head. “Just go. No arguments.” Victoria stepped closer. “Ethan, maybe you should…..” “I’m not leaving you, okay?” he snapped gently, his eyes filled with frustration. “We don’t have time for this. I’m cutting the green wire. That’s why I want them out. My head’s already a mess right now.” But the men didn’t move. They were staying, no matter what. And then without wasting any more time he cut the wire. Silence filled t
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