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appeared on the surface because that might undermine her, so he just claimed he wanted to surprise her. "Haha, Angela, like I mentioned before, I only wanted to surprise you, and the pranks were part of that surprise," Ethan chuckled. "Okay, but this unexpected visit is a bit concerning. Anyway, it’s fine; so how was work?" Angela inquired. "Work is very good; hey, I have some news for you," Ethan said. "Oh, I love news!" Angela responded eagerly. Then he began to share the story. "You remember Steven, the one I’ve told you about who has been giving me issues at work?" Ethan asked. "You mean the one who always annoys you at work?" Angela queried. "Exactly!" Ethan exclaimed. "What about him? Was he fired?" Angela asked. "Fired? No, far from it!" Ethan replied. "Then what is it? I'm so curious to know," Angela insisted. "You won’t believe it, but for the past two weeks, he hasn’t bothered me," Ethan explained. "Wow, are you serious?" Angela asked. "Yeah, he’s changed," Eth
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"Wow, I appreciate your honesty and that you didn't mislead me to impress me. By the way, action and romance are my favorites too, but I rarely get to watch them because of work," Ethan added. "Now that we're together, we can enjoy them," Angela said. "That sounds amazing," Ethan agreed. Ethan gazed at Angela, and she licked her lips. He asked, "What are you thinking about?" "Well, I'm still curious why you pretended to be a delivery guy and sounded just like one," Angela queried. "I had a feeling you'd ask that, and I've prepared an answer for you. I was a delivery man," Ethan revealed. "Seriously?" Angela replied, intrigued. "Yes! After graduating, there were no jobs, and that was the only offer I received. I took it, but it was so exhausting that I reconsidered and applied to the bank. Luckily, I got in, so I quit the delivery job and became a banker," Ethan explained. "Wow, that's impressive! You're lucky to have landed a bank job. By the way, what did you major in?" Angel
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"Well, he asked me yesterday, and I intended to share the good news with you later, but since you are here now, you already know," Angela responded with a smile. "Hmm, yesterday, and you accepted so quickly?" Cynthia inquired. "Come on, do not perceive it that way. I have been anticipating this for a long time; you should be happy for me," Angela explained. "Alright, I understand, and I am happy for you as well. It is just that your prompt acceptance raises some concerns and..." Cynthia began to say, but Angela interrupted. "And what? Do you think perhaps I am not worthy of him, or that he simply wants to use me?" Angela asked sadly. "That is not my intention; I merely care about your well-being. I apologise," Cynthia replied. "No, it is quite alright. I appreciate your concern, but trust me, you will come to like Ethan once you get to know him better," Angela insisted. "I only came to check on you," Cynthia said. "That is very kind of you," Angela responded. "Take c
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“I conducted inquiries later and discovered that she had been working at that club for a year. Consequently, I felt compelled to end the relationship, realising that during those times she had claimed to be at church, she was actually at the club performing her erotic dance. That is how the relationship concluded,” Ethan elaborated. “Indeed, that is quite distressing. I am truly sorry to hear that,” Angela expressed. “I have not shared this experience regarding Patricia with anyone else, as it would likely come across as amusing and foolish,” Ethan admitted. “Then why did you choose to confide in me?” Angela inquired. “Nothing in particular; I merely thought you ought to be aware of her,” Ethan replied. “Very well, what about the second one?” Angela asked. “Her name was Freya; she was exceptionally beautiful. Unfortunately, I caught her cheating on me with someone she claimed was her cousin. I loved her dearly and fell ill following our breakup, but life persists, and I moved on
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"Hmm, I do not understand; what has prompted this sudden change?" Ethan inquired. "I realised that bothering you and causing you distress has been detrimental to my own well-being, which is why I have ceased," Steven clarified. "Is that so?" Ethan asked, amusement evident in his tone. "Indeed, and allow me to surprise you further: I am also here to propose that we put our past behind us and strive for something positive. I must sincerely apologise for all the trouble I have caused you," Steven declared. Ethan was astonished; he could scarcely believe that Steven had made such a statement. He managed to utter, "Wow." "I am here to make amends so that we can become friends. I no longer wish to remain your enemy; instead, I would like us to be good friends. If I have wronged you or said anything that caused you distress, I am truly sorry and am committed to behaving appropriately from this point forward," Steven apologised. Ethan could hardly believe his ears; he even had to rub hi
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matter I intended to discuss with him. I asked why he had not contacted me for two weeks, and he confessed that he had undergone a change of heart. He sought to reconcile our differences and befriend me, and he also apologised for the troubles he had caused," Ethan recounted. "Really? What was your response?" Angela inquired. "I assured him that it was acceptable, that I had forgiven him, and that we could indeed be friends," Ethan replied. "Hmm, just like that? Do you not think you may have been too quick to befriend him?" Angela asked. "What do you mean?" Ethan queried. "I mean, what if he has ulterior motives? For all I know, he does not like you," Angela clarified. "I do not believe that to be the case, as he seemed genuinely different, which is uncharacteristic of him," Ethan responded. "Hmm, just exercise caution with him; that is all I advise," Angela suggested. "Certainly, I shall," Ethan replied. "May I ask, is that the reason for your happiness?" Angela questioned.
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offer my assistance. You mention Monday as if you are unaware that it is one of the busiest days at work. If I am not mistaken, you will likely have even more tasks to complete then. If you do not finish this today, you will face an overwhelming workload come Monday, and I am certain you would prefer to avoid that,” Steven elucidated. Ethan pondered this for a moment. “I also wish for you to complete your work in a timely manner so that you can attend your meeting. Alternatively, let us proceed this way: if I do not type as quickly as I have claimed, you may continue it yourself. All I want to do is help,” Steven suggested. Ethan ultimately agreed, saying, “Very well, you may assist me. However, if you are not as swift as you assert, I will complete the work myself.” With enthusiasm, Steven responded, “Excellent! I understand you have yet to witness my typing skills, so prepare to be amazed.” Ethan observed Steven closely, and indeed, he typed as quickly as he had claimed. One th
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Clearing her throat, she stated, “Ethan, I would like you to meet my best friend, Cynthia. And Cynthia, allow me to introduce you to the love of my life, Ethan.” “It is a pleasure to meet you, Cynthia; I have heard so much about you,” Ethan said, extending his hand for a handshake. Cynthia turned her gaze away and ignored him, prompting Angela to give her a signal before she finally shook Ethan's hand. Cynthia then responded, “The pleasure is all mine. I have heard much about you as well; my best friend Angela speaks of you constantly.” Angela interjected as she offered Ethan a seat. Ethan settled comfortably into the chair. “What may I offer you?” Angela inquired. “Nothing, please do not trouble yourself; I am perfectly fine,” Ethan replied. “Very well, if that is your wish,” Angela said. For a span of five minutes, silence enveloped the room until Angela finally broke it by saying, “Darling, it feels so good for you to finally meet my best friend Cynthia, right?” “Yes, and
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FRAMED (THE PAYBACK) CHAPTER 84: I AM WEARY OF RESTING
to take naps regularly, as you require it now more than ever. You have noticeably lost weight," Alfie suggested.Ethan's expression grew somber as he replied, "Alfie, how can I possibly relax when my peers are out there striving? I cannot reconcile the fact that I have nothing to contribute; I feel utterly useless at this moment.""Hmm, Ethan, it is essential that you practice self-compassion. You have previously conveyed to me that life is filled with challenges, and you have also encouraged me to persevere regardless of the circumstances I encounter. I have heeded your counsel and am currently in a better place, so let go of the past and concentrate on your future. I firmly believe that God has significant plans for you," Alfie advised.Ethan nodded and inhaled deeply.Alfie then discreetly signalled to Angela, who approached Ethan to offer her guidance."My dear, it is imperative that you take it easy on yourself; your life does not culminate here. Let the past remain in the past,
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as I was not vigilant and ignored your advice about exercising caution with Steven. Look at the situation it has led me to; had I known is the brother of Mr. Late," Ethan lamented. "Calm down, my love. Such is life, and you cannot alter what has already transpired; rather, you must learn from it and exercise caution in the future. Alfie was indeed correct in his note when he stated that you require rest and a soothing massage. So, lie down and allow me to massage you; by the time I finish, you will feel much better," Angela instructed. Ethan smiled, and as Angela began to massage him, he soon drifted off to sleep. Ethan slumbered soundly until evening, remaining asleep when Alfie returned. "Indeed, he must have received an exceptional massage from my massage team," Alfie remarked to himself, before gently patting Ethan, which roused him from his slumber. "Woah, Alfie, you're back! Welcome," Ethan exclaimed. "Yes, I have returned. Thank you," Alfie expressed his gratitude. "When
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Although Steven anticipated the bank manager's regret, he was taken aback by his admission. The unexpected display of contrition brought him a sense of satisfaction, prompting him to say, "Thank you very much, sir; I truly appreciate it." "Is there anything else you wish to discuss?" the bank manager inquires. "Absolutely not, sir," Steven replies. "In that case, you may take your leave," the bank manager instructs. Steven exits the bank manager's office with a smile. "Hmm, did he just express guilt? How intriguing; he possesses a heart, yet he remains unwilling to promote me. We shall see how this unfolds," Steven muses to himself. Conversely, the massage team arrived, it consisted of one female and one male member. Regrettably, only the female, Cassandra, attended, and she knocked on the door. "Knock! knock!" Cassandra announced. "Yes, who is it?" Ethan inquired. "My name is Cassandra, and I am here to provide a massage for Sir Ethan," Cassandra replied. "Oh, it i
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deserved more than just an insult,” Alfie recounted. “I suspected as much; given her response to me, I could tell she had bad manners. I was beginning to wonder how you became involved with such an ill-mannered individual without anyone, including me, your best friend, being aware of it,” Ethan stated. “I have repeatedly asked her to keep her distance from me, yet I have no idea why she continues to stalk me. Well, I am grateful you did not disclose my whereabouts to her. By the way, did you eventually visit Harper's place?” Alfie inquired. “No, I did not feel well enough to go out again, so I opted to rest. However, I will make that trip tomorrow after you have gone to work,” Ethan declared. “Very well, thank you. I shall see you later. I must quickly have my lunch so that I can rest, as I have had a particularly exhausting day at work,” Alfie remarked while eating. Ethan spent the night contemplating why the woman named Vera had regarded him with such disdain, as if he were des
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to divulge his secret to facilitate your promotion?" "I genuinely do not know, but I will continue to press the matter; I am not one to give up easily," Steven replied. "It will be alright," Susan reassured him. Meanwhile, Ethan reflected, "So, after all that Steven has put me through, he still has the audacity to call and inquire about my promotion secrets, expecting me to assist in his promotions." Ethan then went downstairs and informed Alfie that Steven had once again contacted him regarding any secrets pertaining to his promotion. "Why does he persist in posing such absurd questions to you?" Alfie asked. "Honestly, I have no idea what leads him to believe I possess any secret. This marks the second time he has asked such an infuriating question," Ethan replied. "Are you certain he is managing well at work?" Alfie inquired. "Not particularly. He mentioned encountering difficulties with the bank manager, as the manager promoted a junior colleague in his stead. He confronted
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Steven remained silent, his breathing heavy. He clenched his jaw and restrained his right hand with his left, suppressing the urge to strike the manager, as he was overwhelmed with the desire to confront him physically. "Leave my office this instant, before I lose my temper. I do not wish to continue this conversation," the bank manager insisted. Taking a deep breath, Steven departed from the bank manager's office, a mischievous smile tugging at his lips. "Let us see how he copes with the knowledge that he unjustly sacked an innocent individual without conducting a thorough investigation, all in the name of preventing a loss of business. Foolish manager," Steven reflected to himself. Upon returning to his office, he pondered, "I cannot comprehend the situation; it has been three months since Ethan was sacked, and I remain in my previous position, while someone less deserving has been promoted. Despite the bank manager's animosity towards me, I must still convince Ethan to reveal h
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that your girlfriend Angela confided in you about her spy,” Harper elucidated.“What are you suggesting?” Ethan asked.“Please do not misunderstand me; I am merely suggesting that the individual responsible for that video of you and Jessica is acquainted with both your girlfriend Angela and Jessica,” Harper reasoned.“Remarkable,” Ethan replied.“It could be anyone or one of her friends; perhaps she was attempting to cover for her, which is why she claimed to have hired someone to spy on you,” Harper hypothesised.“I find myself at a loss for words,” Ethan admitted.“I understand; you ought to be. I was equally speechless the day I realised that Mirabel/Jessica, or whatever name she chooses to use, was not genuine. Thankfully, you did not succumb to her deceptions,” Harper expressed.“What else do you know about her?” Ethan inquired.“Rumours suggest that people employ her to carry out illicit activities for a fee,” Harper stated.Alfie interjected, “Forgive me, but why do you still h
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a potential partner. I have nothing of substance to offer her," Ethan explained. Alfie then cleared his throat and stated, "To be candid, Ethan, I concur with your perspective. A relationship devoid of financial stability is likely to wither over time, unless one's partner possesses a deep-seated belief in them and a strong conviction that they will eventually recover." "Regardless, as I mentioned earlier, I do not trust her, and I am uncertain who sent her my way; thus, I shall refrain from pursuing any relationship with her," Ethan declared. During their conversation, Harper was absentmindedly stroking his beard before interjecting, "Ethan, this Jessica took you to her apartment, did she not?" "Yes, she did. I mentioned that earlier, but why do you ask?" Ethan retorted. "What was her apartment like?" Harper inquired further. "Her apartment was truly stunning and filled with many luxurious items. At a certain point, I felt overwhelmed by its opulence, yet I had to leave," Ethan
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not yet aware that I have discovered he was the one who framed me,” Ethan replied. Alfie appeared perplexed. “I am not clear on this; have you ever been kidnapped?” Alfie questioned. “Haha, no, that is not what I meant. What I intended to convey is that her narrative mirrored mine in terms of being framed. She recounted her story in such a way as to persuade me to reveal that I had identified who framed me, but I did not succumb to her ploy,” Ethan chuckled as he explained. “It is prudent to exercise caution in your interactions with others, as you cannot be certain who may be opposed to you or who might be plotting something sinister,” Alfie advised. “Certainly, since I uncovered the identity of my adversary, I have been exceedingly wary of how I engage with others,” Ethan acknowledged. “That is wise. By the way, have you heard from Harper since his last visit?” Alfie inquired. “Not particularly. I intend to call him later or perhaps visit him around noon,” Ethan replied. As
