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Chapter 44
Chapter 44
“Let’s play with the computer!” Zane exclaimed, a mischievous grin spreading across his face. With eager anticipation, the two of them strolled into Drake’s study, ready to dive into. an adventure.
Once the computer hummed to life on the desk, an astonishing phenomenon unfolded. Drake’s computer, located thousands of miles away, lost all semblance of control in a split second. The once–ordered data projected on the enormous screen began to vanish, deleted in a frenzied frenzy. Whispers and hushed conversations reverberated through the room as bewildered employees exchanged curious glances.
Drake, momentarily dumbfounded, swiftly reclaimed his composure and settled into the seat before the computer. With lightning speed, his slender fingers descended upon the keyboard, tapping away furiously. A high–stakes tug of war had commenced, a battle of wills between Drake and an unseen force.
Ten minutes elapsed, each one feeling like an eternity, as Zane anxiously observed the scene from the study. Finally, with a surge of relief, he yanked the power cord from the rebellious computer, severing its connection and ending the conflict. A heavy sigh escaped his lips, mingling with the tension that had filled the air.
“What a nerve–wracking experience!” Zane exclaimed, his hand instinctively reaching for his pounding heart.
After a while, a creeping sense of unease gripped him, fearing that he had come dangerously close to being tracked by his target.
As common knowledge dictated, Drake sat before the computer, his gaze fixed on the screen displaying the satellite’s precise coordinates.
Unaware of Zane’s inner turmoil, Zac abandoned his own computer and praised, “Whoa, Zane, you’re incredible! I didn’t stand a chance,‘
The duo had just finished playing a game. Little did Zac know that Zane had cleverly devised a program to play the game on his behalf, unknowingly erasing numerous vital files in the process.
“You’ve witnessed my skills this time, so why not address me as your brother?” Zane let out a sigh of relief, his words tinged with a sense of longing for acceptance.
Upon hearing this, Zac’s previous discontent dissipated, replaced by a lingering sense of dissatisfaction. “Hmph, let’s find others to compare ourselves to. I refuse to believe it. You excel in everything, surpassing me at every turn,” Zac retorted, his voice filled with unconvinced skepticism.
“Alright, what do you have in mind?”
Rubbing his head in contemplation, Zac proposed, “Let’s go roller skating. I happen to have a roller skating rink at my place.”
“Sure,” Zane agreed without much hesitation, his curiosity piqued by the idea. Together, they went on their way to the roller skating rink.
Once they arrived and changed into their skates, Zane wondered if Zac truly grasped the
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extent of his own abilities.
“Hmph, not bad at all. I never expected you to possess something that surpasses my own skills.”
Hearing Zane’s praise, Zac’s excitement soared, motivating him to showcase a series of intricate maneuvers to impress his friend.
After Drake got back home, he made a beeline for the study to check the computer. To his surprise, it seemed someone had been using it. Curious, he asked the housekeeper who had been in the study. She informed him that Zac had brought Zane along.
“What’s the deal with those two?” Drake inquired, his voice turning frosty.
“They’re at the roller skating rink, young master,” the butler replied.
Upon hearing this, Drake wasted no time and headed straight for the roller skating rink. As he approached the entrance, he could hear laughter emanating from inside. The two kids were clearly having a blast.
Without hesitation, he pushed the door open, revealing the sight of the two youngsters. They looked almost like twins!
As soon as this idea crossed his mind, Drake found himself taken aback. He took a closer look and noticed the striking resemblance between the two. Doubts started creeping into his mind, and a sinking feeling gripped his heart.
Could Zane possibly be Jane’s child?
If that was the deal, it’d totally make sense for the two kids to be like spitting images of each other. But man, when Drake got the idea that Jane popped out a kid with some other dude, it was like someone dumped a massive boulder right in the middle of his chest.
So Drake hauled the two munchkins to the side and asked them what the heck they were up to in his study today.
Zane’s heart started pounding like crazy, and you could see the panic in his eyes. He was like, “Oh snap, did that sleazeball catch me red–handed?”
Zane was feeling kinda jittery, and then Zac straight up told him, “We were just playing games, so I used Dad’s computer.”
Drake’s face turned gloomy upon hearing that, and he shook his head with a sigh. “No, nothing important.”
Then he glanced at Zane and spoke in a nonchalant tone, “It’s been ages since you showed up, Zane. Didn’t your family summon you for dinner or something?”
“Oh, right! I was just about to head back, Uncle,” Zane quickly snapped back to reality.
“Is that so? Well, I could give you a ride back then,” Drake offered.
“No, it’s cool, Uncle. I can manage on my own,” Zane promptly declined with a playful grin.
“Come on, kid. It’s not safe to go solo. If you don’t want me to drive you back, at least call your mom and ask her to pick you up. That way, your dear uncle can have some peace of mind,” Drake suggested with a touch of concern.
Zane felt a twinge of unease as he observed Drake’s stubborn hesitance. Did that sleazebag
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stumble upon something and now wants evidence?
He couldn’t afford to be sloppy and so he resorted to sly attempts to make his way in.
“My mom’s tied up with work, so she might not pick up. I can totally handle going back on my own. I mean, I came here all by myself this morning, right? Nothin‘ bad’s gonna go down.”
“No can do, kid. Just ‘cause nothing bad happened once doesn’t mean it won’t ever happen. I’m not taking any chances.”
Zac also sensed that things weren’t right. Why was this man so fixated on Zane’s mom today?
“Dad, Zane doesn’t wanna head back yet. We just had a blast playin‘ around. I want him to stick around and have some more fun with me,” Zac blurted out hastily.
Hearing that, Drake gazed at his son with a hint of amusement in his eyes.
“Has Zac met Zane’s mom?”
“Sure did, Dad,” Zac replied confidently.
Drake’s face lit up with curiosity. “Oh? What’s Zane’s mom like? Is she similar to your
tutor?”
Caught in the trap of Drake’s words, Zane grew anxious, worried that Zac might have spilled the beans.
Luckily, Zac was pretty sharp. He rolled his eyes and quipped, “Well, there’s one thing. Zane’s mom and the gorgeous teacher are both stunners!”
Relieved by Zac’s response, Zane’s tension eased. Zac, too, felt a wave of relief. He finally grasped why Zane didn’t want him to spill the truth. Turns out, his father could be quite intimidating, so it wasn’t surprising that the beautiful teacher kept her guard up.
“Oh gosh, my poor tummy! I need to use the bathroom urgently!” Zane exclaimed, clutching his stomach with an anxious look on his face.
“Don’t worry, Zane. I’ve got your back. Follow me,” Zac offered, seizing the opportunity to hold Zane’s hand and sprinting towards the upstairs restroom.
Inside the bathroom, the two boys huddled together, whispering back and forth. Eventually, Zac reluctantly agreed to Zane’s plea.
“Don’t fret, buddy. Your secret is safe with me. But seriously, think about it. We’re on the second floor, man. Jumping out the window sounds way too risky. Isn’t that just asking for trouble?” Zac voiced his concerns, not keen on the idea of Zane attempting a daring escape.
“No worries, Zac. I’ll be careful. Besides, there’s a nice cushy landing spot below, all soft and snug in the bushes. If I concentrate and stay focused, I’ll be alright.”
The sleazeball had proven himself to be a formidable enemy. Zane knew that if he didn’t make a run for it, he’d probably never escape. He couldn’t bear the thought–of losing his Mommy.
However, as Zane climbed onto Zac’s shoulders and peered out the window, he was immediately taken aback by what he saw.
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