“What the hell? Blake. Did you walk over here?” Daren asked, startled as he hung up his phone. “Evening Helen, a black coffee for me, please,” Blake stated when he sat beside Daren, patting him on the shoulder. “And yes, in a way.”“Humph, as rich as you are and still walking, if I had the wealth you have, I would be flaunting it with stretched limousines and bodyguards,” Daren stated, sipping his drink.“Now we both know we don’t need bodyguards. Hell, we are bodyguards.” Blake chuckled.“Man, that shit you had me lie in hurt to high heaven. But I have found that my skin has become much more nourished and tougher, but smooth at the same time here feel.” Daren said and grabbed Blake’s hand for him to feel his face.“Quit it! I don’t swing that way!” Blake called out, pulling his hand away from his buddy’s grip.“Dude, have you grown stronger?” Daren asked wide-eyed.“So it would seem, now, wouldn’t it? We only have a few more days until the military appointment is allotted. I have a
The two men countered each other’s moves. All Blake wanted to see was how durable Daren had become and if his training with the baths and exercises improved his old buddy. Hellen watched as the two men fought on equal terms and were astonished at how much Daren could last against a powerhouse like Blake. Her feelings for Daren grew every time he laid a hit on Blake. Who wouldn’t want her man to be able to protect her when she needed it the most?Daren began to get quicker as the fight grew on; instead of losing to fatigue, it seemed he was gaining strength and stamina. The more he landed his punches on Blake, the more energized he became. Blake, not wanting to hurt his friend, only used less than one percent of his power and continued to block the punches. This was a friendly match, after all.“How do you feel?” Blake asked as they went close to one another.“Great, I’m not consuming hardly any energy, and my movements seem to flow smoothly. I should be breathless now, but I’m barely
Claire was shocked by the accusation and hurried into the building before the crowd became more unruly due to the outcry. She had witnessed firsthand how a crowd of crazed sick fans can become mindless and cause more problems. In the lobby, she was met with Salone and her assistant, Juliett Howard.“What’s the status, and why are Leon’s fans at the gate?” Claire asked, heading to the elevator and choosing her destination to the CEO’s office using her entrance card.“It was rumored Leon Jone’s contract is coming due, and he is demanding a renewal,” Salone said, keeping up with her.“What’s the problem? I thought he was a star and making money for the company. See to it that he gets what he wants within reason and has the fans leave with a good repertoire.” Claire announced as she entered her assistant’s office.“Morning, boss.” Gloria Frost said and handed her her coffee and tablet with her schedule.“The trouble lies with what he is demanding,” Salone replied. Stopping Claire in her t
“Mr. Jones, why do I have the honor of you calling me?” The person on the other side asked with a giggle.“I have a job for you. I want you to come to Dynamic Entertainment and capture someone.” Leon stated.“Capture? Now, Mr. Jones, I’m a businessman, not into kidnapping. That life has been long gone. Too many problems if you get my meaning.” The man stated.“What will it take?” Leon asked, getting frustrated.“Depends on the target; who do you want to invite?”“Mrs. Claire Elon, the CEO, and if you can, Salone Weston, the COO of the company,” Leon explained. If he was going this far, he might as well go all the way.There was a long whistle on the other end when the voice became severe. “ One hundred million for the two women.” Was the reply.“Ah, a hundred million? Are you out of your mind? Way too much, twenty million.” Leon stated.“No can do, Mr. Jones, the last name alone can’t be compared to the troubles I will get into if found out, not to mention the security around those tw
The two women became worried about this person’s words. Claire only frowned, it would be easy for her to rescue themselves, but she wanted to see who was the mastermind and what they wanted from her. ‘Was it to threaten Blake? It was only this morning Sara was abducted, and now she. Were they so easily used? We need to get stronger and not burden my husband.’Blake arrived at the entrance of Dynamic Entertainment and spoke to the guards. They told him the limousine had already departed when a man Blake recognized in a chauffeur’s uniform came staggering out of a corner, to the guards’ surprise.“Charlie! Are you alright?” Blake was the first beside him and used his Devine Qi to quickly check his minor injury to the back of his neck.“Mr. Elon, Young Missus. was taken away. I was knocked out, and they took my hat and keys. Please, you have to save Young Missus.” Charlie pleaded. Claire was the only one he liked for her kindness, and she would talk to him to pass the time while he drove
“Mrs. Elon, please instruct us in what you will have done to the Jones family?” The man in the black suit asked.“Nothing, for now, I can handle the Father and Son. You will report to Peach Blossom Estates at this address. The guards at the gate will guide you first thing Monday morning.” Claire said and handed them a card with the address.“Joseph and Leon, who were the two that captured us? They don’t seem to be part of your bodyguards?” Claire asked.“No, they are part of the underworld, Mr. Matias Rodrigues. It cost a hundred million to capture the two of you. He’s a bloodsucker for money and has no scruples. He would sell his own family for the right price.” Larence said, saddened that he had spent so much money to have his planes ruined.“What about The Syrum Syndicate? Does he have anything involvement with them?” Claire asked to clarify. The Syrum Syndicate had to do with Dynasty Syrum, and she didn’t want to put a wedge between them.“No, they are from the border Cartel and
Mr. Rodrigues, on the other line, was startled by the reply and hung his phone up quickly. Cold sweat formed on his brow, knowing he had kicked a steel plate with the identity of that family.“Call for my driver. I’m going to Fairview restaurant.” Mr. Rodrigues stated.Blake and Claire bid farewell to Salone and Gloria as they entered the limousine with the new driver and the two men in the truck.“So, it was a disgruntled employee, a singer, that kidnapped you?” Blake asked, hearing the details from Claire.“Yes, the Jones family is too despicable. I had them go to the police and turn themselves in. I fear the reputation of the company will receive a severe blow. I can’t believe they spent a hundred million on capturing us.” Claire stated as she lay on Blake’s chest as they rode to the restaurant.“We’ll have to get the divorce finalized after tomorrow. Also, we will need to go to the venue where the fashion show is being held so you can practice your modeling walk later this evening
Blake and Claire left the restaurant and entered the limousine. Blake gave directions to the venue where the celebration was to happen and the fashion show was to be performed.“I believe Chive will be happy with our gift,” Claire said, laying on Blake.“Expanding the underground will benefit him and Sharon now that they are a couple,” Blake said, smoothing her hair to comfort her.“Dear, are you disappointed in not getting our divorce finalized?” Claire asked sudennly.“No, I don’t want it to happen at all, but with the contract, it has become inevitable,” Blake said, lowering to kiss her.“Yes, and Sara has gone through a lot lately. I want her to have the wedding she always wanted and give birth to the family’s heir.” Claire said after they parted from their kiss. “She is a sister, after all.”They arrived at the venue that Chive had told Blake. It was a significant one-story building with large glass entrances. The Conex building was the place’s name and could accommodate thousand