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Chapter 160: FROM AFAR.

Despite the separation, Brandon clung to a sliver of hope that his relationship with Ethan might somehow heal. But as two months passed without any communication between them, the reality of their estrangement began to settle in. The silence was deafening, and it became clear that this wasn’t just a break—it was the end.His job at Wings was gone, too. Fired without so much as a word from Ethan, Brandon was left to pick up the pieces of his life. Being without work wasn’t something he could tolerate for long, so he sent out applications, and luck was on his side. He landed a position as a chef at a high-end restaurant. Yet, oddly, the success only deepened his sadness. It was a stark reminder that Ethan was no longer looking out for him. The Ethan he knew would have intervened, would have stopped him from getting a job, insisting he didn't need to work. Now, Ethan wasn’t there. Brandon had to learn to fend for himself, to move on somehow.Ethan would have gone as far as sabotaging his
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Chapter 161: SURPRISE ME.

The knife sliced through the onions in a steady rhythm, the sound blending with the low chatter coming from the dining room. Brandon moved automatically, his hands following a routine that had become second nature. He wasn't really thinking about the food, or the rush of orders coming in. Tonight, the kitchen felt more like a cage, his movements mechanical, his mind elsewhere."Order up for table seven!"Brandon blinked, snapping back to the present. He slid the plate onto the pass—a simple dish of scallops and asparagus—before turning to the next order. His phone buzzed in his pocket, but he ignored it. Probably just some news notification. He didn’t have the energy for anything outside these four walls.Then, the dining room shifted.A murmur rippled through the restaurant like a shockwave, the usual hum of conversation replaced by something more electric. The staff exchanged glances, and Brandon's brow furrowed as he saw a flustered server rushing toward him."Chef Brandon?" she as
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Chapter 162: SLAP ON THE WRIST.

The past few months had vanished hurriedly for Ethan. Meals were little more than obligations, and the thought of a quiet dinner seemed almost foreign now. His days folded into each other, a relentless march of meetings and deals. To everyone else, it looked like he was pouring himself into reviving Wings, but that was just the cover. In reality, work was the only thing keeping him from facing himself.And it worked. Wings was thriving, rising from the ashes almost despite his chaotic grip on the reins. He, however, was unraveling beneath the surface.Another night. Another deal. Ethan's handshake lingered a moment longer with Mr. Zoab, his mind already skipping ahead to the next move. The low hum of conversation and the soft clinking of glasses barely registered anymore. He nodded, forced a smile—it was done.Dressed to perfection, he wore power well. But the flawless suit, the controlled expression, none of it could hide what he refused to deal with. Not for much longer.The smile f
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Chapter 163: CRAZY DEMANDS.

The fluorescent lights above seemed to be hanging on to dear life as it consistently blinked, over the cramped, windowless space. Ethan's had adjusted to the drab, gray walls around him.To his left, a metal table bolted to the floor and two chairs, equally immobile, flanked the table like sentinels guarding secrets.Across from him, the mirrored wall loomed, a one-way glass portal to the outside world. The audio recorder on the table seemed to leer, its microphone poised like a snake ready to strike. The video camera in the corner, its lens a cold, unblinking eye, captured every twitch.Ethan's gaze fell on the detective, his expression a mask of calculated indifference. He was unfazed. Too relaxed for someone in that kind of a situation.“The coffee’s cold,” Ethan muttered, spitting it back into the cup.Detective Sarah Chen’s eyes flashed with irritation. “Mr. Asher, you’re not taking this seriously,” she snapped, her voice sharp. “I’m afraid I can’t help you if you keep acting lik
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Chapter 164: DEEP CUT.

As Ethan left the station, his posture remained sharp, controlled, even as the chaos of flashing cameras and shouting reporters descended like a storm. The press had already swarmed the premises, but Carter, backed by a squad of security, moved swiftly to carve out a protective path.They formed a human barrier, guiding Ethan through the frenzy to his waiting car. He slid inside, calmly buckling his seatbelt, and pulled out his phone—the one he had handed to Detective Chen earlier had been a decoy, a secured device meant to protect what was left of the blackboard.He stared at the screen, fingers hovering. His eyes found that video again, the one Eliot had sent him. He’d played it more times than he cared to admit. Still, his thumb tapped the play button as if pulled by a force beyond him.The video started, its familiar dim light flickering to life. Eliot sat hunched in the shadows, his face barely illuminated by the soft glow of a single lamp. His eyes, bloodshot and glassy, glisten
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Chapter 165: A REFLECTION THAT NEVER WAS.

"How have you been?" Ethan’s voice was a melody Brandon hadn’t realized how much he missed until now. It flowed through him, stirring emotions he thought he had buried.A sob escaped Brandon, slow at first, then overwhelming. "My world’s been dark, Ethan. Empty without you. I’ve been lost—without purpose, without direction," he admitted.Ethan’s sigh resounded through the phone, regret hanging in the space between them. "I’m sorry things ended the way they did," he said softly. "I was... overwhelmed. Everything became too much, and it hurt me when you lost faith in us. In me.""I’m sorry too," Brandon whispered, his breath hitching. "If you give me just one more chance, I swear I’ll make things right."Ethan’s response came quietly, but there was a strength in it that made Brandon’s chest tighten. "No... if you give me the chance, I’ll make it golden. I hurt you, Brandon. In more ways than I can count. I broke you. I broke us. But I realized, after losing you, how much I love you. You
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Chapter 166: PERFECTION FOR WHERE THE HEART LIVES.

Meanwhile, Ethan’s home was a hive of activity, buzzing with preparations. It felt like a royal banquet was about to take place—anticipation thick in the air. The garden, which usually stood simple and serene, had been transformed into a romantic haven. Twinkling fairy lights draped overhead, casting a soft, ethereal glow.Roses in shades of blush and ivory lined the pathways, their sweet fragrance blending with the gentle hum of the evening breeze. Lanterns flickered on every table, surrounded by arrangements of lush greenery, making the entire setting feel as if it had been plucked from a storybook. There were lavender roses at the left corner. A soft melody floated through the air, the sound of strings tuning, hinting at a live quartet waiting for the right moment to strike a chord.Inside the house, high-end chefs moved in a synchronized dance through the kitchen, crafting an array of gourmet dishes. The counters were filled with fresh ingredients, gleaming utensils, and simmering
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Chapter 167: FAR FROM PARADISE.

As soon as the ticking hand of Brandon’s wristwatch struck 8 PM, he snatched his car keys and hurried to the garage. He’d been dressed since 4 PM, after meticulously packing everything he’d bought and prepared into the car. The hours had dragged, and now, at last, it was time to make his way to Ethan's.Sliding into the driver’s seat, Brandon started the car, letting out a small dance of joy. He thought about calling Ethan to let him know he was on his way but decided against it. "Texting is better," he mumbled to himself, grabbing his phone and typing out a quick message: "I can't wait to see you tonight, baby."Just as he was about to tuck the phone away, the screen lit up with Ethan’s response: "I can’t wait either."That was all the fuel Brandon needed. His heart leaped with joy as he hit the gas, heading towards the only place that felt like home—where Ethan would be waiting.The universe seemed to be on his side. The roads were clear, no traffic to slow him down. Everything was
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Chapter 168: PUFF OF CIGARETTES.

"Can you at least tell me how he died?" Brandon demanded, his voice shaking as he shuffled uncomfortably in his seat, the cold handcuffs biting into his wrists. Every breath felt heavy, suffocating."He was poisoned," the leader replied casually from the front seat, never bothering to look back. His focus remained on the iPad in his hands, as if discussing Ethan’s death was just another part of his job.Brandon’s heart felt like it stopped. Poisoned? The air in the van felt thick and choking now, barely enough to keep him from spiraling into full-blown panic. "Poisoned." The word rang one too many times in his mind. Ethan was supposed to be waiting for him, alive, full of life and love. The idea that someone had deliberately harmed him—taken him away—was excruciating.He needed to speak to someone, anyone who could snap him out of this nightmare. Carter, maybe. Or even Britney. Just one call to confirm this wasn’t happening, that it was all some twisted joke. His eyes burned with unsh
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Chapter 169: BROWN FOLDER.

Noah adjusted his suit with a calm elegance, his silver hair catching the light as he eased into the head chair. His gaze was impenetrable, commanding authority and showing indifference that made everyone hold their breath. "Elizabeth, darling, take a seat," he instructed.Without hesitation, Elizabeth obeyed, retreating to her chair like an obedient child, though the fire in her eyes remained. There was something strikingly similar between Noah and Ethan—their calm demeanor in the face of unusual situations. It was a calm too perfect to be real, especially given the circumstances, and yet it exuded an aura of power. Despite their polarizing personalities, both men were breathtakingly magnetic, even when drenched in negativity."I'm not going to waste your time or mine," Noah began, folding his hands over his lap, his voice smooth and unnervingly measured. "And I apologize for the way you were brought here. Must’ve been rough." His lips curled into a thin smile, almost as if he found
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