Chapter 208

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If you knew not euch a great opportunity , why don’t you paycheck Frank sat
Benny chucked , he confidence shining through . This kind of chance disent come ground often 200 thousand dollars in e already mine , he thought , his grin futt of self assurance
“ Oh , by the way . Frank , how’s confidentiality at your DNA testing center ) You no chance of a mix -up , is there ? Banny asked
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“ Seriously ? You think you’re some kind of prince ? Who’s got the time or the guts to pull off something the that it’s legal you know Frank scoffed
Benny thought about it and had to admit Frank had a point . The DNA testing center he’d thosen was one of the mod reputable in Nareigh , and he’d entrusted the task to a reliable friend
If the process was solid , then the results had to be accurate .
Benny whistled a cheerful tune as he started the car and left .
Benny arrived at the dealership with the DNA test results in hand , ready to pick up his new Range Rover . He parked his Lamborghini
The dealership staff greeted him enthusiastically . “ Benny , shall we proceed with the contract ? Are you paying in full or using the loan ? ”
“ In full . Hold on a sec , Benny replied , tearing open the document folder with one hand . He pulled out his phone , ready to call Jonathan and ask for the money .
Benny’s confidence came from his unshakable gut instinct , which had never let him down since childhood . Whether it was guessing answers on exams , especially those tricky math and chemistry multiple – choice questions , or reading people’s intentions , he always had a knack for getting it right .
Even when it came to relationships , Benny could instantly tell if someone was into him for his money , his family background , or genuine affection . His instincts never failed him .
So , even though he suspected Jonathan might have used a sketchy DNA testing center , Benny was absolutely certain of the outcome . His gut told him there was no way he could be wrong .
With this mindset , Benny quickly opened the document folder and pulled out the DNA test report . He flipped straight to the last page , his heart steady with confidence .
In his mind , even if Jonathan and Michael weren’t father and son , there had to be some blood relation . After all , the resemblance between the two was undeniable . That was Benny’s firm belief .
But the final result said otherwise . There was no blood relation between the two . Benny froze , his eyes glued to the words . A dry , bitter laugh escaped his throat , his disbelief turning into anger .
‘ What the hell ? Are you kidding me right now ? No blood relation ? Seriously ? Benny thought . My gut’s wrong ? No way . Absolutely not . ”
“ No way . This has to be a screw – up , ” Benny muttered as his jaw clenched . Scrolling past Jonathan’s number , he dialed his contact at the DNA testing center directly .
“ Hey , it’s me . What the hell is this ? The report says no match . How’s that even possible ? ” he asked .
“ It’s not a parent – child relationship , which means there’s no blood relation , ” Frank replied .
“ No way . They look practically identical . How could they not be related ? Did you mess up the test or something ? ” Benny demanded .
“ Benny , cut it out , Frank said , clearly annoyed . “ I’ve been in this business for over five years without a single mistake . “ I’ve seen all kinds of people , including hotheads like you . The results are solid . No errors . I know it’s hard to swallow , but that’s the truth . Deal with it . ”
Benny snapped , “ Deal with it , my ass . It’s not about my kid . I told you I was doing this test for my friend and a kid who looks like his clone .
“ And now you’re telling me they’re not related ? No way . This has to be a glitch , a bug in the system . ”
“ Calm down , man . What’s got you so worked up ? ” Frank replied . “ Your friend doesn’t even seem bothered . ”
“ Of course , I’m worked up . That’s 300 thousand dollars down the drain . ” Benny furned . “ I was at the dealership , ready to drive off in my new car . Now , not only am I not getting the car , but I owe him 300 thousand dollars instead . ”
“ Wait . Did you actually bet 300 thousand dollars on this ? That’s one hell of a gamble , ” Frank said .
“ I can’t believe this … ” Benny was speechless , still in disbelief . He refused to accept the result , certain that something had
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gone wrong somewhere in the process .
Benny racked his brain , going over every detail – the people he met , the delays , and the distractions : But he still couldn’t figure out where it all went wrong .
The real problem here was Michael Jonathan allowed him to stay at Forlisle Rose Estates , but he insisted Michael wasn’t his son . Then Edward mentioned that Michael was Miriam’s nephew .
It all seemed off , like they were just passing the kid around , as if no one really wanted him .
No one was stepping up to claim Michael . If Michael had parents , he wouldn’t be Cashing at Jonathan’s place . And he was so sharp and quick on his feet , way ahead of other kids his age .
So , it was pretty obvious that his parents must be smart people , too .
“ See ? I told you using a toothbrush for the DNA test was a bad idea , Benny grumbled , trying to save face . “ We need proper hair samples from both of them . That’s the only way to get a solid result , right ? ”
“ It’s all the same . It doesn’t change the final outcome , ” Frank replied .
“ Of course , it does , ” Benny said .
Still on the phone , Benny turned and started walking away . “ Just wait . This result doesn’t count . I’ll get fresh hair samples from the kid and my friend and redo the test . I just don’t buy it . ”
After hanging up , Benny reluctantly left the car dealership . For now , he decided to treat this test as invalid .
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