"Steven, it's been so many years, and you haven't changed a bit," Jimmy said with a smile.
Though he made it sound like Steven hadn't changed at all over the years, I could tell he was mocking Steven for not growing up.
"Who's this? Your younger brother? I didn't know your dad had other illegitimate children," I asked Steven, my tone clearly unfriendly toward the uninvited younger brother. Steven tightened his grip on my hand and replied, "He's nobody." "Looks like my brother's wife holds senmity against me," Jimmy chuckled, his hand still extending towardfor a handshake.
"The purpose of my return is not to becyour enemies. Instead, I want to cooperate with you." Though he sounded sincere, I didn't buy it.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇt"My brother has sold the Lincoln Group to Crowdstar Group, which means the Lincolns have lost the privilege the Lincoln Group provided them until now.
"That was very brave of you, Steven. You've just declared war against all the Lincolns, you know?" Jimmy's smile remained.
While I was pondering the meaning of his words, Jimmy suddenly leaned closer to Steven and spoke in a voice that only the three of us could hear.
"Sof the recent killing sprees have impacted the core operations of the black market industries behind several conglomerates, and Peter Jones is just a small-tdoctor...
"He and his entire team, the GenSociety, are merely puppets controlled by capitalists. The real root of evil... remains untouchable until you becone of the rich and powerful." I gazed at Jimmy, understanding what he was getting at.
So, Peter was merely a lackey raised by the rich and powerful... To unearth the hidden truth and expose the mastermind lurking in the shadows, we needed to assthe role of the powerful backer first. That was probably the reason why Steven had agreed to return to the Lincoln family.
"Steven, I told you three years ago that the only way to confront all of this is for us to work together. But you refused. I've been trying to prove my loyalty to you all these years. Surely, you can feel my sincerity?" Jimmy looked at Steven Steven remained cold, shieldingalertly as if guarding something important. Search the FindNøvelwebsite on Gøøgle to access chapters of early and in the highest quality.
Noticing Steven's reluctance, Jimmy backed off and added with a smile once more, Chill, Steven. The recent incident has already impacted the core interests of the upper echelons. Soon someone will step in to clear O Those and resolve everything arrogant clowns behind the killings will soon be wiped out." Content Jimmy was referring to the mastermind behind the serial killings, wasn't he? In other words...
"Such a perfect masterpiece..." Jimmy glanced atmeaningfully, then left.
The mention of "perfect masterpiece" sent a chill down my spine.
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I knew Jimmy wasn't the murderer, but that phrase simply held too much significance for me.
"Who's that guy? He's so dashing... " Rachel was still captivated by Jimmy's demeanor and appearance. "But why do I have a feeling that he's not one of the good guys? More like a movie villain." "Hmph," Steven grunted, clearly dissatisfied.
Seeing Steven's reaction, Rachel giggled. "Oh, you know what? He's nowhere near as handsas Steven." Steven glanced at me, as if seeking my agreement.
I was speechless. Was now really the tto compare who was better looking? Jimmy mentioned that the rich and powerful behind the scenes had
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"Everything looks good. You can be discharged today," the doctor m wearing a mask said after examiningand reviewing my test results and medical records.
Perhaps... I was being too cautious. The sight of hospitals and doctors always puton edge. I couldn't shake the feeling of being observed by everyone around me. "Stephie?" Steven noticed my unusual behavior and cover to touch my forehead. X