Chapter 2020

The man in the suit didn't take offense. In his mind, a person's weaknesses were handles to grip them by. If Abner didn't care about anything, it would be much harder to control him. His lips curled into a smile as he slowly pried Abner's clenched fists open.

"It's good to have spirit, keep it up. I look forward to seeing how you handle going back to the family."

Abner's expression went through a rapid change. Barely 18, and yet he was forced to shoulder all this responsibility. He took a step back, grabbed the $50,000 in cash, slung his backpack over his shoulder, and left.

Someone approached the man in the suit, their brows furrowed in concern.

"He's even tougher than his father."

To be this tough on oneself, let alone others. Luckily, he had someone he cared about now. If there came a day when he had no one, he'd be like a wild horse without reins. Another man, however, had a different take.

he knew Abner had tied his future to a girl so early, it would surely tarnish his image of him. I suggest we first take Shirley captive. Once Abner secures his position as the head of the

slowly looked at the scars on his knuckles, thinking about

well. She will forever be the leverage we have over Abner. Don't be too clever for your own good. This kid has grown so much in such a short time; his future is immeasurable. If Shirley

those words. It was clear, those who harmed Shirley wouldn't

fell in a moment of silent acknowledgment, the man

smart for our own good, we'll fail. We best follow my lead. We can make

Reluctantly, the others agreed.

been busier lately Every time she tried to enter his room, she found the door locked-a new development. He never@sed to lock

inside, Abner was tending

and his breath seemed tinged with the

and hearing Shirley's voice from the

you

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