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Author: Mick lawson
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He finally reached Jeff's mansion, a modest apartment building nestled among others. The neighborhood was quieter, a stark contrast to the busy city center he had just left behind.

He parked his car and took a moment to collect his thoughts, his hands gripping the steering wheel as he contemplated the path he was about to take.

With a deep breath, he stepped out of the car and approached the entrance of the building. The air was slightly cooler here, and the atmosphere seemed to slow down as he climbed the steps to Jeff's apartment. He knocked on the door, his heart racing with a mix of uncertainty.

The door opened, and Jeff greeted him with a nod. The weight of their conversation from the previous night hung in the air, a reminder of the complexities that lay ahead.

As they exchanged greetings, Drake couldn't help but feel a sense of responsibility. He was stepping into a world that was far from his own, driven by a desire to bring justice to a man who had suffered immeasurable
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