Chapter 287 Winter's Morning Report & Tempting Offer (Part 1)
Chapter 287 Winter's Morning Report & Tempting Offer (Part 1)
The dull hum of the TV filled the cozy living room, its glow reflecting off the dark coffee table scattered with stray magazines. Don was lounged on the leather couch, one arm draped lazily over the back while the other held the TV remote loosely.He flicked through the channels until stopping at the local news station.
A well-dressed anchorwoman with sharp features and a professional demeanor spoke from the screen. Behind her, a montage of grainy footage from outside the Deadly Damsels bar played—police cars flashing red and blue in the early morning fog, officers cordoning off the area, and hazy snapshots of suspects being dragged away.
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"Authorities have yet to secure any confessions regarding the Hell Riders' latest incident. Each detained member continues to claim ignorance, maintaining they were nowhere near the crime scene. However, law enforcement has uncovered critical evidence—footprints at the scene believed to belong to the unknown assailant responsible for the deaths of five gang members."
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Don's expression remained neutral, as though the report was about some distant conflict he had nothing to do with.
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"Additionally, police found fingerprints linking Benjamin 'Tank' Sanders, a known repeat offender with a history of violent charges and narcotics distribution. Authorities have issued a citywide warrant for his immediate arrest." Find more to read at empire
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Don showed a smirk. 'I expected the guy I spared to run back to his crew, maybe spread some panic… but running solo? Maybe he wasn't as loyal as he seemed.'
Before he could indulge further in his thoughts, a familiar voice called from the bottom of the staircase.
"Donnie, we're heading out now!"
Don turned his head lazily toward the stairs. Samantha stood there, adjusting the strap of her brown leather purse.
Her warm smile softened the natural sharpness of her cheekbones. She wore loose beige pants tucked into fluffy brown boots and a cozy brown turtleneck, her style radiating effortless warmth.
Behind her, Amanda trudged down the steps, dragging her feet. Faded jeans hugged her legs, held up by a hefty belt buckle engraved with a design. A black tank top and worn denim jacket completed her rugged look. Her eyes were still half-lidded with groggy disinterest.
Last came Summer, bouncing lightly down the steps in her white hoodie and snug sports leggings. Her sneakers squeaked faintly against the polished wood floor. Despite her athletic build and energetic entrance, she had a frown on he face and looked irritated.
Don waved casually. "Bring me back some snacks."
Samantha chuckled, her eyes crinkling as she nodded. "Sure thing, sweetie."
Summer, however, folded her arms across her chest, her frown deepening. "Why does he get to miss the monthly doctor's appointment?" she whined.
Before Samantha could answer, Don flashed her a smug grin. "I already get tested at the UHMA (United Hero Management Agency). Weekly checkups if I want."
Summer **huffed** loudly, rolling her eyes. "But couldn't we go another day? It's pouring outside!" She turned expectantly toward Amanda,
"Well... that's interesting."
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