She Outshines 15
Chapter 15
Arthur stumbled out of the police station that evening, his mind in a haze. The warm glow of the
setting sun made everything around him feel strangely unreal.
Is it really over? No detention, no lines?’ he muttered to himself, struggling to wrap his head around
how quickly everything had been resolved.
Earlier, a security guard had shoved a pregnant woman, prompting Arthur to step in and ultimately
break the guard’s arm. The property management and the guard had been hell-bent on demanding
heftypensation and ensuring Arthur stayed out of their business in the future.
But as soon as Ryan showed up. Arthur was released almost immediately. Even the guard he’d
injured had apologized, assuring Arthur they wouldn’t press charges.
“Hey, Arthur! What the hell are you standing around for? Get in the car!” a voice snapped, jolting
Arthur from his thoughts.
He turned to see a in-looking man, an e-cigarette dangling from his lips, who looked as if he
couldn’t care less about anything.
The guy was probably in his thirties, but despite his sharp gaze and impressive way with words
when dealing with the cops, he didn’t fit the image of a high-poweredwyer that Arthur had
imagined.
“Mr. Marshall, thanks a lot for your help, Arthur said gratefully. Things could’ve gone really bad if it
weren’t for you.”
Once is enough. No need to keep saying it,” Ryan replied, opening the passenger door of his car.
“I’ll drive you home. Your parents must be worried sick”
Arthur scratched his head, feeling a bit awkward. “You’ve already done so much for me today. I
don’t want to trouble you anymore. I can get home by myself.”
Ryan rolled his eyes, knocking on the roof of the car with irritation. “What’s your problem? I helped
you out of a major mess, and now you’re refusing a simple ride home? That’s just rude, man”
-Arthur hesitated, unsure if he was wrong for trying to be considerate. But with Ryan putting it like
that, refusing would seem ungrateful. So, with a muttered thanks, he slid into the passenger seat.
Though the car seemed a bit old, Arthur was surprised by howfortable it was, feeling as
luxurious as any high-end vehicle he’d ever been in.
As they sped down the road, Arthur was even more impressed. The ride was incredibly smooth,
with no bumps, weird smells, or annoying noise..
“Mr. Marshall, this car is something else. How much did it cost? If I ever get the chance, I’d like to
get one too, Arthur asked, still marveling at the car.
Ryan nced at him, his tone dripping with sarcasm. This car’s custom-made. No amount of
money’s gonna get you one.” Arthur blinked, caught off guard by the response. Realizing he
shouldn’t pry any further, he simply nodded.
But curiosity got the better of him, and after a moment of silence, he asked, “Mr. Marshall, why are
you helping me?” Not only had Ryan gotten him out of a huge mess, but he’d also given Arthur his
number, telling him to reach out if he ever found himself in a simr situation. Yet Arthur couldn’t
shake the feeling that Ryan’s kindness was too good to be true.
“Stop overthinking it!” Ryan snapped, his tone firm. “If you need a reason, just figure I can’t stand
bullies and have to step in
when I see one.
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Startled by the sharp response. Arthur quickly offered a sheepish grin. “You’re right. I guess I’m just
not used to meeting people as righteous as you.”
Ryan shot him another meaningful look. “You’ll be meeting more people like me soon enough.”
Arthur chuckled awkwardly, scratching his head. “Thanks for the encouragement.”
Taking advantage of Ryan’s focus on the road, Arthur discreetly pulled out his phone and searched
for information about him. What he found left him speechless.
Ryan was one of the topwyers in Kitmore City, known for his connections on both sides of thew.
He didn’t take on cases. based on a client’s background or how much they could pay but on
whether he found them worthy of his time.
Arthur was shocked to discover that Ryan was also known as “The Devil’s Fear. No wonder those
arrogant property managers had practically been shaking in their boots when he showed up.
The more Arthur learned about Ryan, the more confused he became. He couldn’t help but wonder if
there was more to Ryan’s help than just a sense of justice.
Just as Arthur was about to ask more questions, the car suddenly stopped. “We’re here, Ryan said,
snapping Arthur out of his thoughts.
Arthur nced out the window and realized they’d arrived at Viento Court.
“Oh, right. Thanks again!” Arthur’said quickly as he got out of the car. He turned to Ryan, wanting to
extend an invitation. “It’s dinner time. Why don’t youe over! My mom’s a great cook…”
Before Athena could finish, the car had already sped away.
Arthur stood there, baffled. ‘Mr. Marshall really does seem like someone who helps without
expecting anything in return. What a remarkable guy,’ he muttered to himself
Feeling grateful, Arthur hurried toward Block 6. Wesley and ire were already waiting at the
entrance, and they rushed forward as soon as they saw him.
-Wiping away tears, ire clutched Arthur’s arm, anxiously checking him over for injuries.
Meanwhile, Wesley patted Arthur on the shoulder and asked how everything had turned out.
As the family reunited, a shadowy figurey t in the shadows of a derelict building across from
Block 6. Through a grimy window, he quietly aimed his long-focus camera at them, capturing their
every move without making a sound
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After Wesley and his family went upstairs, the man quietly made his way to the top floor of the
abandoned building. He slipped into a shabby room that overlooked the Donovan family’s
apartment. Despite the grime, mold, and bugs crawling around, he kept his camera trained on their
home, waiting for the right moment.
The Donovan family was gathered around the dinner table, and their conversation was lively as they
talked about Athena’s progress.
Arthur’s face lit up as he listened to the updates about Athena. “We should rent Mr. Wells’ ce
next door. After some renovations, Athena, Maria, and Josie could move in there. It’d be way better
for them
Their current apartment had only two bedrooms, which meant cramming everyone into bunk beds
and making do with separate sleeping arrangements for different genders.
Sometimes, two people had to share a bed, and any extra guests ended up on the sofa or a folding
bed. They couldn’t let Athena keep living in such cramped conditions.
Wesley mulled over Arthur’s suggestion, then nodded. “Alright. Talk to Leon tomorrow about renting
his ce and fixing it up.
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Most of themunity’s residents had moved away, leaving many buildings abandoned.
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Only seven or eight were still fit to live in. The house across from theirs, where Leon Wells and his
family had once lived, had been empty for years and was a bit rundown.
Maria’s eyes sparkled at the thought of having her own room. For a girl her age, it was like a dream
come true.
Josie’s face lit up with excitement. She grinned and said, “Yay! I want a new room too!”
ire smiled and patted Josie’s head. “Of course, my sweet Josie will have a new room.”
The family’s conversation was warm and happy, reflecting the simple joys of their everyday life.
Meanwhile, Athena had finished reviewing Lucy’s medical records in the VIP ward. As her stomach
growled, she put the records back in her bag, grabbed a food container from the sofi,and popped it
into the microwave.
But when she opened thest box, her eyes went wide with surprise. Inside was a stack of cash,
easily over two thousand dors
Did Mom and Dad secretly slip this in? Athena wondered, a wave of warmth washing over her.
While this amount might have been pocket change for her in the past, it was a significant sum for
the Donovans. Property ? 2024 N0(v)elDrama.Org.
Athena epted their thoughtful gesture, carefully tucking the money into her bag. Just then, she
noticed a message on her phone, It was from Ryan, containing the info he had gathered on Bard
Property.
Perfect timing. Athena thought, a satisfied smile spreading across her face.
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