The Guardian's Return by Old Pumpkin

Chapter 75

Stephen observed Ethan, noticing the latter's improved complexion. In fact, Ethan looked like he was doing better than when he was in prison.

How did that happen? Stephen was baffled.

Ethan was trapped in the mountain with no one to talk to. Despite having internet access, the residence's settings had been configured to block all forms of communication. Stephen would not want to be in Ethan's situation, yet Ethan was having the time of his life.

Unbeknownst to Stephen, Ethan was pretty much alone when managing Riveria too. Communication only happened when he assigned work.

Now that Ethan lived in a remote villa, work was the least of his problems, and that was a huge weight off his shoulders. He now had time to write his novel.

Stephen asked, "Don't you feel bored living here alone?"

Ethan smiled, his book still in hand. "Living here is no different than my life in the city.

Riveria faced a turbulent time under the leadership of Stephen, and Ethan had his ways to keep himself informed, so he could watch the drama unfold anywhere.

Well, there was a slight difference. Ethan was in a much quieter area and free of disruptions. He could even live off the land. Besides, with Stephen at the helm, there was never a dull moment.

excruciating thing ever. There was no comparison to

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or Ethan might mock

on Ethan's

came to tell you one thing. I have stopped the chaos in North Hill

still would not look at

Ethan said, "How many years do you need to push North Hill City's GDP from 500

"That's the fastest

to raise North Hill City's

skipped a beat as he replied,

1/2

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his book

eyes bulging. To think North Hill City enjoyed a trillion dollars in

"That's impossible."

gap between six months and six

"You're lying!"

He did not want to