WELCOME TO MAD CONCEPTS GROUP
MAKING A DIFFERENCE
THROUGH HOSPITALITY & SERVICE
INVESTMENTS / OPERATIONS / OPPORTUNITIES
WELCOME TO MAD CONCEPTS GROUP
MAKING A DIFFERENCE
THROUGH HOSPITALITY & SERVICE
Jakes has been serving up stacked burgers, cold beer, & good times for 40 years-and we’ve only gotten better with age. With a playful personality, a nostalgic vibe, & a die-hard local following. Jakes fills the gap between fast food & fine dining with something way more memorable: quality food, killer service, & a come-as-you-are attitude. We’ve modernized the experience without losing the soul, making Jakes a go-to hangout for families, sports fans, & burger lovers across DFW.
Tacos & Avocados is our love letter to authentic Mexican food-with fresh, vibrant flavors served in a modern, playful space. We’re filling a gap in the fast-casual scene by delivering chef driven recipes, creative drinks, & an atmosphere that’s both laid back & full of energy. Build from the ground up by MAD Concepts Group, this brand is rooted in authenticity, crafted with care, & designed to become a local favorite wherever it lands. And yes, there are killer margaritas.
Elias looked at the current time: 3:02 AM. He looked at the date: April 28, 2026.
That was the morning everything had changed. The morning he had walked out of his house and never looked back, leaving behind a life that felt like a tightening noose. But there was something wrong with the photo. In the reflection of the toaster, he could see a figure standing in the doorway behind the camera. It wasn't him.
In the photo, he wasn't alone. A hand, pale and elongated, was reaching out from under his bed, just inches from his ankle.
With trembling fingers, he opened the second file. It was a photo of his current bedroom, taken from the corner of the ceiling. In the center of the frame, Elias sat on the edge of his bed, staring down at a glowing phone screen.
The image was grainy, taken in the harsh, blue light of dawn. It showed a kitchen table—his kitchen table—with a single cup of steaming coffee and a folded newspaper. He checked the date in the filename: October 25, 2022.
The notification blinked on Elias’s phone at 3:00 AM: Download complete: IMG_20221025_084923.jpg.