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Chapter 133: Departure
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Franco sat on the edge of the hotel bed, his gaze fixed on the small suitcase at his feet. The morning light filtered through the thin curtains, casting a muted glow across the room. His heart felt heavy, each beat a reminder of everything he was leaving behind. He had barely slept the night before, his mind a tumult of thoughts and emotions that refused to settle.His phone buzzed again, a reminder of the day ahead. He glanced at the screen—a final message from the airline confirming his flight details. The words felt cold and impersonal, but they were a lifeline, a way out of this city that had become nothing but a graveyard of broken dreams.He stood up, his movements slow and deliberate, and took a deep breath. The hotel room, with its faded wallpaper and stale air, felt more suffocating than ever. He grabbed his jacket from the chair, stuffing his phone into the pocket, and took one last look around. There was nothing here he needed, nothing he wanted to remember. Just emptiness.
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“No, no, sweetheart,” Celine whispered, pulling him into a tight embrace. “It’s not your fault. You didn’t do anything wrong. Sometimes… grown-ups have problems that are hard to explain. But I promise, none of this is because of you.”Connor sniffled, burying his face in her shoulder. “But I want him to come back. I miss him.”Celine felt a tear slip down her cheek. She held him tighter, feeling the full weight of his innocent heartache. “I know, baby. I know. ”Meanwhile, thousands of feet above the ground, Franco sat in a window seat on a nearly empty flight. The city below was a blur of lights fading into the darkness as the plane ascended. Franco stared out at the disappearing landscape, his thoughts heavy and restless. The events of the past few weeks played on a loop in his mind — the collapse of his company, the bitter end of his marriage with Athena, and now, leaving behind the only family he had ever truly loved.He closed his eyes, leaning his head back against the seat, try
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Celine’s hands shook as she opened the tissue-wrapped bundle. She lifted a delicate silver locket from the paper, its surface engraved with a familiar pattern—an intricate swirl of leaves and vines. Her breath hitched in her throat, and her fingers traced the design. It was a locket she had lost long ago, a gift from her late mother, a token of love she thought was gone forever.Celine held the locket in her palm, her thoughts racing. She hadn’t seen this in years. Who would have it now? And why send it back like this? Her heart thudded with a mix of nostalgia and dread. She hesitated for a moment, then opened the locket to reveal the tiny, faded photograph inside—a picture of her, younger and smiling, holding a baby Connor in her arms.A knot tightened in her stomach. Whoever had sent this knew too much, knew her past, her connection to Connor—everything. Her thoughts flickered back to Franco, his sudden departure, and the tangled mess of their lives. Could it be him? Was this his wa
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“No, he’s in the hallway.”Celine’s heart hammered in her chest. The police officers were still speaking in hushed tones, discussing the next steps, but she barely heard them. Her eyes darted to the door, and without waiting for further instructions, she grabbed her coat and bag. “I need to go,” she told the officers, her voice a mix of determination and fear. “I need to be with my son.”One of the officers, a tall man with kind eyes, nodded. “We’ll follow you to ensure you both get home safely, ma’am.”Celine barely acknowledged him, her mind fixated on Connor. She moved quickly, her heels clicking loudly against the floor as she left the office, her thoughts a whirlwind of fear and fury. She reached her car, fumbling with the keys, her hands shaking uncontrollably. She finally managed to start the engine and peeled out of the parking lot, her mind racing ahead to Connor’s school.At the school, Connor sat quietly in the hallway, his small legs swinging slightly from the chair. His w
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The next morning, Celine sat at the kitchen table, her mind still reeling from the events of the previous day. Connor, still groggy from sleep, sat across from her, munching on cereal. Celine watched him with a mixture of relief and anxiety, her heart aching at the sight of his innocent face.“Connor,” Celine began gently, “can you tell me again about the man from yesterday? What did he say to you?”Connor looked up, his eyes a bit foggy from sleep. “He offered me candy, Mommy. He said he knew Daddy Franco and that Daddy told him to come get me.”Celine’s grip tightened around her coffee mug. Franco’s name again. Could it be possible that Franco was involved in some way? It seemed so far-fetched, yet the consistency in the man's story was unsettling.Before she could delve further into her thoughts, her phone rang, jolting her from her worries. It was Irene. Celine answered with a hurried, “Hello?”“Irene,” Celine said, her voice tinged with exhaustion.“Celine!” Irene’s voice was fra
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Franco's breath came in ragged bursts as he stood over the men he had just incapacitated. The hallway of the casino was eerily quiet except for the occasional groan from the men on the floor. His knuckles throbbed from the impact, and sweat trickled down his face. Despite the adrenaline still coursing through him, he forced himself to maintain a semblance of calm.“Look,” Franco said, his voice a controlled growl, “I’m not here to cause more trouble. I just need information. Help me out, and I’ll leave you alone.”The men on the floor exchanged nervous glances, their fear palpable. They remained silent, their faces a mixture of pain and apprehension. Franco could see the intimidation in their eyes; it wasn’t him they feared so much as the repercussions of crossing Harvey. The uneasy silence stretched, and Franco could feel his patience wearing thin.Suddenly, the reinforced doors at the end of the hallway burst open with a metallic clang. Harvey strode in, his expression shifting from
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Franco’s breath caught in his throat. “Nico. It’s me.”There was a moment of silence, then a sharp intake of breath. “Franco? What the hell—where are you?”Franco leaned against the payphone, pressing a hand to his aching side. “Harvey… He and his men… They’re after me, after Celine and Connor.” He swallowed hard. “Harvey's gone mad, Nico. Obsessed. He wants to hurt them, to get to me.”Nico’s voice sharpened, cutting through Franco’s haze of pain and exhaustion. “Listen to me, Franco. You need to get to Celine’s mansion, now. She needs to know what’s going on. You can’t let Harvey get to them first.”Franco nodded, even though Nico couldn’t see it. “I’m on my way. Thanks, Nico.”“Be careful,” Nico replied, his voice tight with worry. “Don’t let him win.”Franco
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How could she explain why she needed to keep Franco at a distance—why the man Connor adored was no longer welcome in their lives?“Mommy,” Connor tugged at her hand, his bright eyes full of innocence. “Why is Daddy Franco not coming here anymore?”She forced a smile, kneeling down to meet his gaze. “Daddy Franco is… busy, sweetie. He has other things to do now.”Connor frowned, his small brow furrowing in confusion. “But I miss him. I want to see him.”Before Celine could reply, Connor broke free from her grip and ran towards the veranda. Panic shot through her as she watched him dart outside. She hurried to follow him, her heart pounding in her chest. When she reached the veranda, she saw Connor waving excitedly, his face lighting up with joy. Celine’s breath hitched.Franco stood outside the gate, his expression weary and desperate. He was waiting, hoping… for something. Celine’s mind raced. How did he know they were home? Had he been watching them? Or was it just his persistence th
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Connor burst into the room, his laughter infectious. “Mom! Can we have a picnic in the backyard later?”Celine smiled, her heart swelling at his enthusiasm. “Absolutely! We’ll make it special.”Franco appeared in the doorway, a soft smile on his face. “I can help with the picnic,” he said, stepping into the kitchen. The warmth between them had been growing, and she could feel the connection rekindling after all they had endured.As they prepared for their little picnic, Celine felt a flutter of anticipation. She caught Franco glancing at her, his eyes filled with admiration. The memories of their past—the hurt, the struggles—began to fade, replaced by a shared understanding and a desire to move forward together.Once they were outside, they spread out a blanket beneath the shade of a large oak tree. The afternoon was bright, and the world felt vibrant around them. Celine watched as Connor played,
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The adrenaline from their escape quickly faded as Celine, Franco, and Connor found themselves stumbling through the dark woods. Each crunch of leaves beneath their feet felt like a reminder of the danger still lurking behind them. They needed to find safety, but every shadow seemed to whisper of Harvey’s reach.“Are we far enough?” Connor’s small voice broke the tense silence, his eyes wide with fear.Celine glanced back, her heart heavy. “We need to keep moving, sweetheart,” she said, her voice steadier than she felt. “We can’t stop until we’re sure we’re safe.”Franco led the way, his expression grim. “We should find a place to hide,” he suggested, scanning their surroundings. “If Harvey’s men are still after us, we need to stay off the main paths.”Just as they pushed deeper into the trees, a chilling sound echoed through the night—a distant shout that
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Celine's world spun as she fought against the hands gripping her arms, but she was outnumbered. The chaos of the struggle turned into a blur, voices merging into a cacophony of shouts and grunts. Connor’s terrified face was imprinted in her mind as she was dragged away from him, but there was no time to think; they were all in danger.“Franco!” she cried, her voice strained as she was pulled further away. Despair flooded her as she caught a glimpse of him grappling with one of Harvey's men. The chaos twisted in her gut as she was shoved into a waiting van, the cold metal biting into her skin.Franco’s eyes met hers for just a moment, a fierce determination in his gaze. “Celine! Connor!” he shouted, but another man lunged at him, blocking his way. The last thing she saw was his struggle as the van doors slammed shut.The van jostled as it sped away, the sound of tires crunching on gravel filling the air. Celine sat in the darkn
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The sun began to dip below the horizon, painting the sky in shades of orange and purple as Celine, Franco, and Connor settled into their makeshift hideout. Laughter and lighthearted chatter filled the air, pushing aside the worries that had weighed on them for so long. Celine felt a warmth in her chest, a sense of belonging that had been missing for too long.But as the shadows grew longer, a heavy tension settled over the clearing. Celine’s instincts kicked in, her earlier happiness slipping away. She glanced at Franco, who seemed to feel it too; his smile faded as he scanned the woods around them.“Let’s head back,” he suggested, his voice low. “It’s getting dark, and we don’t want to be out here when we can’t see.”“Can we play for a little longer?” Connor pleaded, his eyes bright with excitement.“Just for a few minutes,” Celine said, hoping to ease her son’s disappoin
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The car bumped along the rough dirt road, the trees closing in around them like a protective barrier against the world. Celine glanced at Franco, who sat in the front passenger seat, his jaw set and eyes alert. She felt an unspoken connection between them growing stronger amidst the chaos, a tether forged in the fire of their shared struggle.“Are we almost there?” Connor asked from the backseat, his voice a mix of exhaustion and anxiety.“Just a few more minutes, buddy,” Franco replied, turning slightly to give their son a reassuring smile. Celine noted the warmth in Franco's eyes, a glimmer of hope amid the darkness.“Can we play a game when we get there?” Connor asked, attempting to lift the mood.Celine couldn’t help but smile, her heart swelling with affection. “Absolutely. What do you want to play?”“I want to play hide and seek!” Connor exclaimed, a bright spark lighting up his face.Franco chuckled softly, glancing back at Celine with a hint of pride. “I think we can manage th
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The truck rumbled down the uneven logging road, its headlights cutting through the darkness like a beacon of hope. Celine sat beside Connor, her heart still racing as the trees blurred past. The sound of the engine filled the silence, but her mind was a whirlpool of anxiety.“Are we almost there?” Connor asked, his voice small and tired.“Just a little longer,” Celine replied, forcing a smile. She glanced at Franco, who was focused on the road, brow furrowed with concentration. “Keep an eye out for any signs,” Elias said, scanning the sides of the road. “We need to find a place to lay low.”They drove in tense silence, the weight of their situation pressing heavily on all of them. Celine felt the pulse of fear in her veins, a constant reminder that they were being hunted. Suddenly, Franco slowed the truck as they approached a clearing. “There’s the town,” he said, pointing to a cluster of dim lights in the distance. “We should park a little ways out and approach on foot.”“Good idea
