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Chapter 80: THE POET'S SANCTUARY.

The Lumière Theatre stood like a shimmering mirage in the heart of the city, its façade a breathtaking fusion of Art Nouveau whimsy and modern architectural daring. Delicate iron latticework twined around gleaming glass panels, creating the illusion of a structure woven from moonlight and dreams. As Brandon and Britney approached, the afternoon sun caught the building's curves, sending prismatic rainbows dancing across the sidewalk."It's like something out of a fairytale," Britney murmured, her earlier tension momentarily forgotten in the face of such beauty.Brandon's eyes sparkled with childlike wonder. "Can you believe Eliot Bassett himself designed this place? It's not just a theatre, it's a work of art! The man was into construction. Now it all makes sense why he chose specific venues for each performance. ""Seriously, the man is a living legend. An embodiment of talent," Britney added.The both sang Eliot's praises as they knew more about him than anyone else in the touring gr
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Chapter 81: ECHOES OF LAVENDER.

The Lumière Theatre pulsed with anticipation as the house lights dimmed. Brandon leaned forward, his breath caught in his throat, fingers curled tightly around the armrests. Beside him, Britney sat perfectly still, her face a mask of polite interest that didn't quite reach her eyes.The curtain rose, revealing a stage transformed into a dreamscape. Gossamer fabrics in shades of purple billowed like clouds, while delicate lavender blossoms seemed to float in midair, suspended on nearly invisible wires. At the center of it all stood Eliot Bassett, a figure both frail and powerful, patches of his gray hair catching the soft light like a halo. He was going bald from the cancer.As Eliot began to speak, his rich baritone filled the theatre, releasing words that held the audience spellbound. Brandon found himself transported, carried along on the current of Eliot's emotions as he spoke of love found and lost, of regrets that he suffered through the years.The performance unfolded like a fev
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Chapter 82: THE UNAPPEALING DINNER.

Things had been overwhelmingly busy for Ethan. His new assistant wasn't of much help, leaving Ethan to solely handle everything. Seriously, he realized that no assistant past or present could beat Brandon's competence.He was preoccupied with work all morning and afternoon. The air hummed with the low murmur of voices as Ethan, Aldo, Navida, and a handful of associates wrapped up their virtual meeting. He then proceeded to have his pen scratch across document after document, his brow furrowed in concentration.The door creaked open, and Kevin Bear, Ethan's new assistant, entered. At twenty-eight, Kevin cut a striking figure with his dark brown hair styled in a sleek, side-parted undercut that highlighted his sharp jawline. His black suit was neat, the white dress shirt fitting against his warm-toned skin. A slim tie with a subtle pattern completed the ensemble.Kevin hesitated at the threshold, his fingers fidgeting with the cuff of his sleeve. "Mr. Asher, you have—" he began, his voi
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Chapter 83: HEADLINES.

The Grecian sun had kissed their skin to a golden hue, but the seven days of bliss were drawing to a close for Britney and Brandon. Their suitcases stood sentinel in the living room, half-packed reminders that their 2 PM departure was close. The siblings moved about their penthouse, gathering and inspecting every corner to make sure nothing is been forgotten.Throughout their stay, their father had become a ghost, vanishing into thin air streets after their initial encounter. While Britney found relief in his absence, Brandon's mind was filled with unfinished business. He wanted justice so badly; he couldn't allow a lying murderer to roam free. His heart hardened – once back in Seattle, he would track down Collins and ensure he returned to where he belonged: behind bars.Britney zipped her suitcase with a dramatic sigh. "I can't believe we have to leave already. Can't you get an extension?" She turned to Brandon, her lower lip protruding in an exaggerated pout that belied the genuine
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Chapter 84: ASHES AND ACCUSATIONS.

The incessant buzzing of Ethan's phone pierced through the veil of his restless sleep. He groaned, reaching for the device with the intention of silencing it. As his bleary eyes focused on the screen, he scrambled to sit up on his bed, heart pounding."BREAKING: Renowned Poet Eliot Bassett Found Dead"Below the headline, a photo of Ethan and Eliot locked in an intimate embrace stared back at him. His breath caught in his throat. "No," he whispered, voice hoarse. "No, no, no."With trembling fingers, he dialed his most trusted sources, praying for a denial, a retraction, anything but confirmation. But with each call, the terrible truth solidified, settling like lead in his stomach."I'm sorry, Mr. Asher," Carter's voice quavered over the line. "It's been confirmed. Mr. Bassett was found in his hotel room early this morning. They're saying it was a heart attack, but there are whispers of foul play, and... and you're being implicated."Ethan couldn't hear the rest. The phone slipped from
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Chapter 85: THREADS OF SUSPICION.

Ethan was raging angry as he navigated through Seattle's rain-slicked streets. The confrontation at the funeral played on a loop in his mind, Sophie's accusations bouncing with each turn of the windshield wipers. He'd never prepared himself for a battle like this – one that threatened not just his company, but his very freedom.His phone rang, the sound amplified through the car's speakers. Amanda's name flashed on the display."Mr. Asher," her voice was tense, professional. "I've traced the source of the news leak. It's a small, underground outfit, barely on the radar. The owner claims someone paid them a hefty sum to run the story and provided the photos."Ethan's exhaled. His suspicions had been right – someone was pulling strings behind the scenes. But who? And why? "The photos," he mused aloud. "From the dinner that night. It could have been anyone there.""Sir?" Amanda's voice held a note of concern.Ethan shook his head, refocusing. "Thank you, Amanda. Send me everything you ha
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Chapter 86: BORROWED THOUGHT.

Ethan stepped into the elevator, his shoulders tense from the whole drama. As the doors closed, he loosened his tie, eager to shed the day's fatigue. The elevator ascended smoothly to the executive floor, and he strode purposefully towards his office suite.Inside his private bathroom, Ethan stripped off his clothes and stepped into the shower. The hot water fell over him, washing away the dirt. As he lathered up, his mind went to Brandon for the first time since the chaos started. Tomorrow. Brandon would be back tomorrow, the time difference between Greece and Seattle working in his favor. How would Brandon react to seeing him after all this time? And how would he handle the recent allegations splashed across the headlines?Ethan shut off the water and toweled himself dry, pushing those thoughts aside for now. He had more immediate concerns to deal with.Freshly showered and changed into a new suit, Ethan came into his office to find Noah Asher waiting for him, a storm brewing in the
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Chapter 87: THE AROUSAL OF PASSION.

Brandon's return to Seattle was bittersweet. While the Greek sun still lingered on his skin, his mind was clouded with concerns. Britney's ceaseless social media updates about their trip had irked him, but it was the news of Ethan's predicament that truly weighed on his conscience.As their private plane touched down, Brandon made a quick decision. "Lornado," he called out, "please take Britney home. I need to head to the office.""Alright," Lornado agreed without complaining.Britney pouted, but Brandon just ignored the protest from her. He planted a quick kiss on her cheek before heading to the extra car that was meant to pick Lornado up, his mind already in chaos ahead of his return to Wings headquarters.The moment Brandon stepped into the office, he was met with countless welcome-backs and curious inquiries about his vacation. He navigated the attention with practiced charm, distributing souvenirs and offering brief anecdotes, all while his eyes continually darted towards the ele
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Chapter 88: WRATH OF LOSS.

The news broke like wildfire, spreading through the corridors of power with terrifying speed. Ethan sat in the boardroom, his attention barely focused on Gerald's projection of the deprecating stock market. The words were light as a feather, meaningless, as his mind tried to process the information that had just reached his ears. A sharp pain lanced through his chest as if shards of glass had suddenly pierced his heart.Without warning, Ethan stood, his chair scraping loudly against the hardwood floor. The board members turned to him in surprise, Gerald's words trailing off mid-sentence. But Ethan paid them no heed. He strode out of the room, his footsteps loud in the stunned silence he left behind.The elevator ride to the parking garage felt interminable. Ethan's fingers drummed against his thigh, his jaw clenched so tightly it ached. As soon as the doors opened, he burst out, making a beeline for his car. The engine roared to life, and he peeled out of the garage, tires squealing o
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Chapter 89: SPIRAL.

The hospital room seemed to shrink around them as Detective Chen's finished her words. Ethan could feel the tension radiating off Brandon, could see the slight tremor in his hands as he processed the implications of what they'd just learned. Despite the shock of the revelations, Ethan knew he had to step in and defend Brandon, not letting him get overwhelmed by the detective's relentless questioning.Drawing himself up to his full height, Ethan fixed Detective Chen with a steely gaze. His voice, when he spoke, was calm but carried an undercurrent of authority that could make anyone wither in his presence."Detective, I might not be an expert in law enforcement, but I'm certain that to collect data from someone's phone, you need a court order or warrant," Ethan stated, his tone measured. "Since Mr. Daniel here didn't receive a warrant and his consent wasn't sought, you've violated the Fourth Amendment - protection against unreasonable searches and seizures - as well as the Electronic C
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