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Chapter 118
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The Lost Son's Return Chapter 119
Josh ignored the comments being thrown at him, although he could hear them perfectly fine he chose not to be offended. Also he understood why everyone would be saying what they were saying about him. After all, everything was clear to the security guards and the guest's. Without any form of invitation, everything proved that he had sneaked in, not invited. "I knew he didn't belong here. Probably a thief," sneered a well dressed woman to the man standing besides her, eyeing Josh with disdain."Yeah, look at him. I bet he's already swiped something," muttered a man, nodding with a disgusted look."Check his pockets. Someone's missing jewelry, and I wouldn't be surprised if he's the culprit," added another guest, their voice laced with disdain as they sized Josh up.Although he was trying hard to not be offended by everyone's remarks of him, Josh struggled to maintain his composure. The comments struck a nerve within him. Despite his efforts to brush them off, the accusations annoyed h
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Everyone didn't expect Mr. Ramirez's reaction when he darted his eyes towards Josh. They had all expected the old man to be furious, perhaps to call for immediate action against the alleged intruder. However to their shock, Instead of being furious, Mr. Ramirez's expression softened as he laid his eyes on Josh, a warm smile spreading across his face as he recognized his grandson. “Oh, hey Josh, you made it!" Mr. Ramirez said enthusiastically as he walked over to him, a genuine smile spreading across his face.He was truly glad to see Josh attending the event. When he had personally instructed his secretary to invite him to the event, he hadn't been sure Josh would show up at all. And the reason he was skeptical of Josh showing up was because: Despite the two of them being related, they weren't close at all; in fact, they had only met a few days ago.Moreover, Mr. Ramirez knew that Giovanni had gotten to Josh first and feared that Giovanni might have influenced Josh's mind against hi
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Josh faced Alicia, his facial expression serious as he replied to her question. “Yeah.” He could tell by her facial expression how shocked she was. Now that the tables had turned, Josh felt like it was only fair that he should teach Alicia a lesson. She had accused him of sneaking into the mansion and even tried to get him kicked out of the event. But now, with the tables turned, he felt it was only fair to give her a taste of her own medicine.Alicia was left speechless after hearing Josh confirm that he was indeed Mr Ramirez's grandson. Initially, when Mr Ramirez had mentioned that Josh was his grandson, she had made herself doubt its seriousness, thinking that he must be playing around. However she quickly realized there was no reason for Mr. Ramirez to fabricate such a claim. As surreal and surprising as it seemed, it was true, leaving her unsure how to react to this revelation. After all, she had known Josh for a while now, and he had always portrayed himself as a poor loser e
The Lost Son's Return Chapter 1
The sound of his footsteps echoing as he walked down the university corridor hit Josh's ears, along with the lively laughter and chatter of other university students. Josh checked the time on his wristwatch, and a sigh escaped his lips as he saw that he was running very late for his part time job. He worked a part time job to support himself, and he had been doing this since he was eighteen, when he left the orphanage that he lived in.As Josh continued to walk down the hallway, he walked past two girls who were standing in the hallway, having a conversation. One of them was Sarah, a 20 year old confident and sharp-tongued brunette. She was wearing tight jeans and a casual shirt. Her friend, Emily, was a bit younger at 19 years old, with her striking blonde hair and a knack for fashion. She had on a red-striped skirt paired with a black top.When the two girls noticed Josh, they exchanged glances, whispering something to each other."Oh, look, it's the schools, number one loser, josh
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Josh's workplace was a cozy, middle-class restaurant, in a quiet neighborhood. The exterior boasted a welcoming facade with large windows decorated by potted plants, offering a glimpse of the warm and inviting interior. The restaurant was known for its comfortable atmosphere and friendly staff.Josh had been working at this place ever since he turned 18 and that was two years ago. He had a lot of memories of the place, some of them were good ones, while some were not.Inside, soft lighting bathed the wooden tables and cushioned chairs, creating an ambiance that was both relaxed and inviting. The walls were adorned with rustic artwork, and a chalkboard near the entrance displayed the daily specials. Patrons would often find themselves enveloped in the comforting aroma of freshly cooked meals.The menu featured a variety of classic dishes, from hearty burgers and pasta to flavorful salads and sandwiches. It was the kind of place where regulars felt like family, and newcomers quickly bec
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In that moment, as the henchmen closed in on him, Josh felt the familiar sensations of fear and desperation. These were two emotions he had sadly grown accustomed to, and now they swelled within him, leaving him with a sinking feeling of helplessness.He instinctively began to back away slowly, searching for an escape route, but the henchmen were quick to surround him, swiftly cutting off any chance of getting away.Carlos Rodriguez had a satisfied grin on his face as he observed the look of desperation and fear in Josh's eyes. Even though tried to hide the fear, it was becoming visible with each passing second, and Carlos couldn't resist mocking him. "What's the matter, boy, suddenly lost your voice?" He then turned his attention to the henchmen and gave them a cold command, "Teach him a lesson." Saying that he put his arm around Kathy.With no way out and facing the overwhelming presence of the henchmen, Josh knew he was in serious trouble. But even so, he still refused to back down
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The man's words left Josh surprised. He couldn't help but feel a mix of emotions, he was confused, doubtful, and a bit hopeful all at once. It was hard to believe that this stranger claimed to work for Josh's grandfather, someone Josh didn't even know existed until now.At first, Josh didn't want to trust the man's story, thinking that the man had the wrong person. But when he showed Josh some scientific proof with DNA results, Josh began to wonder if it might be true.The man looked at Josh, seeing the skepticism in his eyes and he felt like he had to convince him even more. Going back to his master without Josh was not an option, so he had to do anything to convince him."Your mother's name was Lyra, right?" He asked, then continued by saying her last name, "And her last name was Smith." Josh was surprised that the man knew his mom's name, it only showed that the man might be telling him the truth. "Yes, how do you know that?" He asked curiously."As I said, I work for your grandfa
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Josh's curiosity was piqued by his grandfather's words. He leaned in, his eyes fixed on Giovanni de la Cruz, as he couldn't help but wonder about the enigmatic world of danger the old man was alluding to.Giovanni De La Cruz leaned back in his chair, studying Josh carefully. "Have you ever heard the name Giovanni de la Cruz?" he inquired, his voice carrying a weight of expectation. Everyone in the city knew the name, so he was expecting his grandson to know it too.Josh took a moment to think about it. He had indeed heard the name before, it was a name that was always on the news, so it was hard for Josh to miss it.Giovanni De La Cruz,was not just any name. It represented one of the most powerful and influential Mafia bosses in the country. Giovanni controlled vast territories and businesses, from legitimate enterprises to more shadowy operations. He was known for his ruthless tactics and the web of connections that allowed him to maintain his grip on power.The city where he held sig
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