Chapter 169: Tragedy & Comedy

As the sun dipped beyond the horizon, casting its final rays across the sky, Darren found himself standing before a beautiful family home, its silhouette glowing warmly in the distance. The long day had ended, and as he stepped out of the car, he took a deep breath, appreciating the serenity of the scene. Little did he know, this quiet evening would soon take a surprising turn. Darren had just left the company when Asher, his longtime friend and business partner, unexpectedly whisked him away. What Darren hadn't anticipated was being met by a trio of familiar faces waiting for him at the house. As he turned to Asher, who merely shrugged with a playful grin, Darren couldn't help but feel a mix of curiosity and warmth. "It's been a long time," Darren greeted his old friends with a wave. The first to close the distance and envelop Darren in a bear hug was Xavier Brown, a boisterous man with an infectious energy. Darren playfully patted his back, feigning suffocation as he said, "Xav, a