Even Felix was stunned when he heard the news.
In a law-based society, the audacity of some individuals to commit crimes on anotherâs territory was astounding.
With a trembling voice, Felix reported to Christopher, Thatâs the situation in a nutshell, Mr. Levine. Weâve got information from Larson Corporation suggesting thereâs a mastermind behind this incident. Larson Corporation is on full alert, trying to uncover whoâs responsible.â
He concluded his briefing, feeling like he was narrating a plot from a police thriller, filled with twists and turns.
The tension in the air, amplified by Christopherâs intimidating presence, had sweat forming on Felixâs brow.
Christopher, however, remained silent and gestured for Felix to leave with a wave of his hand.
Sitting on the couch, eyes closed, he was enveloped in a feeling of helplessness.
He was out of the loop about the incident until Candice had informed him that morning.
He wasnât present during the incident, nor was he aware of it after.
Embarrassment washed over Christopher as he pondered. âDo I even have the right to ask for anything from her? To try and win her back?â
The mention of a âmastermindâ behind the incident had his eyes snapping open in realization.
âIf that threat isnât addressed, Kimberly and the kids could be in danger, he thought.
Standing abruptly, he grabbed his phone and dialed a number he hadnât used in a long time.
Blake Simmons was a shadowy figure, known to very few.
Felix had only heard whispers of his existence, as Christopher usually communicated directly with Blake Blake, meanwhile, was enjoying a vacation in Muprary, basking in the sun and attracting the attention of several beautiful women, a typical scene for a fit guy on a beach holiday.
OF DE THU 1 Febrew i Knowing a call from Christopher meant serious business, he signaled the women around him for silence and answered. âChristopher, itâs rare for you to call. Whatâs up?â
Blake and Christopher shared a bond of friendship and brotherhood.
After leaving the military, however, they rarely had the chance to meet more than a few times a year.
Although Blake had his own pursuits, he was always ready to help Christopher, a friend who once saved his life, a testament to the deep bond forged during their time in the military.
Christopherâs tone was icy. âI need you back in Dellmoor. Thereâs someone I need your to keep safe.â
Blakeâs interest was piqued.
Christopherâs family was in Norham, and Christopher was more than capable of protecting them himself.
âWhoâs this person in Dellmoor youâre talking about?â Blake inquired, his curiosity. evident.
Christopher knew Blakeâs nature; when he was curious about something, he would definitely get to the bottom of it.
Thus, Christopher didnât hold back and detailed his entire situation with Kimberly.
Blake was aware that Christopher had been married once, a fact that he found only after their divorce.
Thus, he wasnât acquainted with Kimberly, nor had he met her.
Blake chuckled, half in amusement, half in disbelief. âMan, youâre in a tough spot. Thereâs a saying, âHurt her once, and youâll regret it for life.â
He didnât miss the opportunity to rib Christopher a bit. âYou were always praised for your sharp mind in the military. But with women? Seems like youâre clueless. Getting involved with Kiara, knowing her nature? Thatâs just asking for trouble.â
Blake remembered Kiara. The first time he met her, she had appeared alongside Christopher, casually addressing him as if they were old friends.
Blake hadnât been impressed, sensing a façade of innocence, but he had refrained from commenting out of respect for Christopher.
Christopher fell silent, his emotions tangled. When it came to love, he found himself lost in a maze of feelings, facing one complication after another.
Blake, sensing the frosty tone in Christopherâs voice over the phone, replied with at touch of humor, âHey, your problems are my problems. And your wife is my wi- Wh oops, almost crossed a line there.
That was close. Anyway, Iâm catching the next. flight out of Muprary back to Dellmoor tonight. Donât worry about a thing.â
Knowing that Blake would be watching over Kimberly and the kids brought a sense of relief to Christopher.
Blake wasnât just skilled and experienced; he also had a sharp investigative mind, making him the ideal person to uncover whoever was causing trouble.
Meanwhile, Kiara was laying low in Dellmoor. Ever since orchestrating an ambush on Kimberly, she had been extra vigilant.
Ivy learned from Ethan that various factions in Dellmoor were actively searching for Kiara, apparently in connection to Kimberly.
Kiara was acutely aware of Kimberlyâs identity and capabilities, which far exceeded those of Ivy.
Thus, Kiara had become somewhat of an outcast, constantly on the run, barely daring to step outside.
Even something as simple as ordering takeout felt risky. Her diet had. been reduced to instant pasta and makeshift stews.
Her life hadnât improved since leaving the farm in Alendor.
Now working under Ivy, Kiara found herself caught up in petty schemes, feeling disillusioned.
She knew that even if she succeeded in her plans against Kimberly, the payoff would be minimal.
Moreover, she was tired of living in the shadows.
Kiara had proposed a deal to Ivy: complete one final task in exchange for a sum of money.
She dreamt of going abroad, starting anew where no one knew her.
Ivy, however, wasnât keen on releasing such a valuable pawn from her grasp.
Ivy kept manipulating Kiara, dangling promises of a better future, urging her to persevere.
Their next target was initially Kimberlyâs three children, Dexter, Sebastian, and Candice But after the failed ambush on Kimberly and the tracker backfiring on Kiara, their plans. were in jeopardy, and Kiara was in a precarious situation.
Everything could only be put on hold, depending on how the situation unfolded.
In contrast, Whitney was enjoying her life back in Dellmoor. At home, she was treated with respect by Lisa and was essentially the head of the family.
As long as she didnât go too far, William tended to overlook her actions.
In the design department at Larson Corporation, Whitney had followers who flattered. her, feeding her ego.
However, Genevieve had become more vigilant after the party incident, drawing a clear line between her professional and personal life. She was no longer the nice girl she once was.
The colleague who had given Genevieve the juice at the party was actually under Whitneyâs influence.
Genevieve tried to probe her for information, but the colleague feigned ignorance. No matter how Genevieve pressed, she remained adamant in her claim of not knowing anything.
Genevieve decided not to escalate the issue, realizing she had to learn from this experience and be more cautious moving forward.
Whitney, for her part, occasionally dropped by under the guise of a visit, secretly hoping to uncover any hidden secrets.