Chapter 120After the naming of their child, Connor and Annah hosted a small celebratory party in the big backyard of the safehouse where they stayed. Some selected friends and family had gathered to share in their joy, filling the spacious living room with laughter and chatter. The aroma of freshly cooked food wafted through the air as guests indulged in a delicious spread.Connor and Annah were beaming with happiness, taking turns holding their newborn while thanking everyone for joining in their special day. The atmosphere was filled with warmth and love as they recounted the story behind their baby's name and shared their dreams for the future.As the evening progressed, and the sun dipped below the horizon, casting long shadows across the room, Hans quietly approached Connor, a look of seriousness on his face and the billionaire just knew that something was wrong. Hans leaned in and whispered urgently into Connor's ear, his expression grave."Connor," Hans began in a hushed tone,
Chapter 121"What have we got?" Connor asked.Hans switched on his tablet, connecting it to the large screen in front of them and soon, Connor could see aerial views which just told him that this was the border he had talked about earlier."This is the border towards the town right?" Connor asked.Hans nodded, zooming into a specific location on the map on the wide screen. He wanted to bring out something in particular because he knew that it was something of importance, something that would help them uncover a much larger scale."Yes, it is and Michael had been sighted there." Hans said.Connor didn't know whether to laugh or get angry because he wasn't expecting anything like this at all, especially not on a day that was supposed to be a fun and lively day."And the border leads directly to this safe house." Connor said.He didn't say it as a question so Hans didn't bother to reply but he was only too glad that Connor had caught the gist."We need to act fast because there is all in
Chapter 122Connor walked out of the control room, heading towards the large hall where he knew that the guests would want an answer from him. They would be surprised about everything that was happening because it wasn't everyday you went to a naming ceremony and you had your phone taken from you and was locked inside. He knew he needed to address them and tell them everything that happened and as he climbed down the stairs, he thought about everything he needed to say."Just talk to them truthfully, tell them everything that is really going on." Russo said.Connor knew that he was right but still, he was feeling agitated because he didn't want there to be any problems even though the problems were already arising. Michael had successfully made sure of that. Finally, he got to the hall and seeing the people staring back at him, he couldn't help but think that he was a failure. He had failed in protecting them and now, there was every possibility that a manic killer was on the loose an
Chapter 123"I think that what we have to do now is just to remain calm and be patient because looking at all of these, there's really nothing we can do about it." Russo said.Connor knew he was right but as he thought about it, he knew that he couldn't just continue to sit here without doing anything. His body was itching him, urging him to do something but in that moment, there was nothing he could do because he was completely bereft of ideas. As it stood, Michael had the upper hand because he could easily control and command forces outside while he was left with only protecting the safe house and everyone within it."Alright…" Connor said.They continued to look at the screen and with each moment that passed, they got increasingly worried. Connor was in a tight spot and he wouldn't be surprised if his blood pressure was taken and it was found to be very high."Calm down man," Russo murmured.Connor glanced at him and it was then he discovered that Russo had his hands in his palm as
Chapter 124As the sun dipped below the horizon, casting long shadows across the imposing mansion, a chilling silence descended upon Connor's world. He had been waiting for this moment, the inevitable clash with his archenemy, Michael. For years, their bitter rivalry had festered, and now it had reached its boiling point."You are about to go down," he seethedMichael, a cunning and relentless adversary, had finally tracked Connor to his secluded safe house deep in the heart of the forest. He had gathered his forces, mercenaries and hired guns, and now they encircled the mansion, creating an impenetrable wall of danger.With the ominous click of a megaphone in his gloved hand, Michael stepped forward, his voice amplified to a deafening roar. "Connor!" he bellowed, the sound reverberating through the trees. "It's over! Surrender now, and I promise you a swift end. Your mansion is surrounded. You have no way out."Inside the mansion, Connor gritted his teeth, his fingers tightening aro
Chapter 125As Russo carefully navigated the winding, hidden backroads, Annah, Martha, and her baby nestled securely in the backseat of the inconspicuous SUV. The moonlight filtering through the dense canopy of trees overhead cast fleeting shadows on their anxious faces. The air inside the vehicle was thick with tension, each passing mile amplifying their unease.Suddenly, a voice crackled through Russo's concealed earpiece, sending a jolt of anxiety coursing through his veins. It was the unmistakable voice of his informant, delivering the news that he had feared most. Connor had apparently surrendered to Michael. Russo's grip on the steering wheel tightened until his knuckles turned white, pain radiating through him.He had never anticipated Connor to capitulate so easily. A man of his caliber was known to never give up, never one to give up without a fight. Russo's mind raced with suspicions and doubts, his instincts warning him that this surrender was likely a part of a larger, mor
Chapter 126"You guys will stay here for the meantime," Russo said.The safe house where Russo took them to was beautiful, Annah couldn't deny it but at the same time, the very idea of staying here without seeing Connor was something that she couldn't quite believe. For as long as she could remember, Connor had always been her right hand person, the one person taking her hands and leading her right and the very idea that she might not even see him again was something that freaked her out."I know you are scared Annah, which is understandable but this was what Connor wanted. If Micheal had seen you and the baby, trust me, the result wouldn't have been funny so this is the best way that we can keep you safe," he said.Annah understood what he said but still, Connor was on her mind. She couldn't imagine a life without him and in that moment, she knew that she needed to be strong not only for herself but for her child who wasn't a partaker of all of this."Don't worry Russo, I will take g
Chapter 127"He's asleep now," Martha smiled.She placed the baby on the bed, as they watched him sleep soundly, peace in his eyes. Annah sighed, sitting on the bed. Martha knew that her heart was filled with a lot of worry because she didn't know the state Connor was in. If he was dead, no one even knew which made things worse. This wasn't what all of them had envisioned and they hated to think that this was how their life would always be."I hate living in fear," Annah said."I know dear and I understand but I want you to know that nothing will happen to Connor. He is a very strong man and this… we will get through all of this, that i can assure you." she smiled.Martha took her hands in his, giving it a gentle squeeze, silently assuring her that everything would be fine. She knew how this hurt her so much. One minute, you saw and was living with the love of your life and the next minute, you had no idea where he was and if he was even alive. It was a feeling that no one should eve