All Chapters of I Am The Richest Man Alive : Chapter 411
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Chapter 411: Building a Reputation.
After helping Marcus win the trust of Rico and got them working back together as allies, Justin was quickly learning that the key to survival in this world was not brute strength but the ability to think several moves ahead, like a master chess player.From the moment he met Lang, who taught him many valuable lessons, meeting Marcus by chance and getting to know him more people, he had been able to apply these lessons and it made him more useful.Over the next few weeks, his involvement in the underworld deepened. His name started circulating around in the shadows, not as a threat but as someone you could trust to get somethings done. He was resourceful, discreet, and most importantly, he was very reliable.Just like Marcus did, Rico's endorsement of Justin also opened doors for him. The respect he got from the time of the Black Hounds debacle had spread through Southside and beyond. Small time operators, smugglers, and even rival gangs started taking notice.One of the operators was
Chapter 412: The weight of Responsibility.
Whenever a dispute arose between two rival gangs members over territory, as young as Justin was, he was the one who would always step in as a mediator. It showed the level of his influence. And in most cases, both sides were usually very skeptical at first, but Justin's calm demeanor and ability to finr common ground do win them over.By the end of that night, the gangs would have reached a tentative agreement, and Justin would have earned their respect.One day, Rico told him. “You have got a natural knack for this Justin. Most people would have just let them fight it out.”“Fighting does not always solve anything” Justin replied. “It only just leaves everyone involved weaker.”Rico nodded at the wisdom of the young boy and smiled.As Justin's reputation grew, so did the expectations that were placed upon him. People started seeking him for advice, connections, and solutions to their problems, of course, discreetly. His underworld life is only known to those who are also into that ki
Chapter 413: A Code of Honor.
In the chaotic underground world of the dark underworld, morality was often considered a luxury. It was something most of them could not afford. For Justin, however, some certain lines were non negotiable. It was not just surviving alone or success, it was also about staying true to the principles he had refused to compromise.One evening, Justin was called upon to show up at a dimly lit warehouse on the outskirts of town. The atmosphere was very tense when he got there, it was filled with cigarette smoke and there were murmured conversations around. Then he saw Rico, standing near a group of unfamiliar faces. He walked closee to him. There, Rico introduced him to a man knowns as Vance. He is a mid level operator with a ruthless reputation.“We have got a Job.” Rico said with a tone that is unusually serious.Vance leaned forward with a sharp gaze and probing. “We need someone with your skills to help us get it done smoothly.”Justin studied the room as he looked around, sensing the g
Chapter 414: A Test of Loyalty.
Justin was seated in a corner listening to Elena speak in the quiet cafe. He appreciated her words but he knew respect alone would not protect him. He had made a powerful enemy, and he needed to be prepared for whatever consequences that would come from it.His decision was put to test sooner than he anticipated it. Vance was eager to assert and prove his dominance. He started spreading rumours that Justin was weak and unreliable.Coming from someone like Vance, some of Justin's contacts hesitated to work with him after as they were fearing the backlash from Vance. Others, however, did not leave him alone. They rallied behind him as they recognized his growing influence and unwavering principles.One of the allies was Marcus, who had been quietly observing the rise of Justin with a mix of concern and pride.“You did the right thing kid.” Marcus told him one evening when they were seated together in a dingy bar. “But you also need to understand that the right thing is not always the sa
Chapter 415: Mentor in the Shadows.
The underworld, just like any other powerful organization, survives on its own set of rules. These rules are often unspoken, yet among the underworld people universally, it is understood by those who had survived long enough to learn them. In the past several weeks, Justin had tried to solidify his place within the world by trying to get more allies and earning more respect with his sharp mind and unwavering principles. He understood what the game js abd he could read a situation better than most kf his peers in the underworld. However, he also knows there deeper tacties and nuances he is yet to mastered.It was during one of those moments of reflection that an unexpected chance came about.Justin had been attending a small gathering at an old warehouse. It was a meeting of mid level operators trying to broker a deal with a legitimate businessman. He was there to see if he could kendyhis expertise in managing the financial side of things as he always does. It was right there in the d
Chapter 416: Test.
Jim Mathews took a step closer, lowering as voice as much as possible as if he wants to share a secret. “I am not asking for anything at the moment but I am an investor. I always keep my focus on the long term game. You could be an asset to me and in return, I will make sure you are never blindsided again. They are forces in this world that even the smartest people tends to overlook. I can teach you how to notice and see them.”Justin thought about what he said and weighed the offer carefully. He does not trust easily but then, he realized that Jim was a rare breed in this world. His reputation had preceded him, and if he could just learn even a big of what Jim Mathews knew, it could help him secure his position for years to come.“Okay then.” Justin finally said as he offered his hand. “ I will listen to you”Jim Mathews took his hand with a firm grip. “Good one. Meet me tomorrow at 10. Do not be late.”“I am sorry but I have to be in school and if you meant later at night, I would h
Chapter 417: Crossroads.
The days that followed the meeting with Jim Mathews were a mix of planning, execution and quiet observation. Justin was growing into his role in the underworld. He had developed a reputation not only as a sharp strategist but also as someone who could be trusted to deal with delicate matters with discretion. His growing influence is what put him in his position as it did not go unnoticed and one fateful evening, something happened that made it clear that he was standing at a crossroads that would define the rest of his life.It was during a meeting in a dark, nondescript building on the edge of the city. The room was filled with smoke, a mix of cigars that are quite expensive and a feeling of danger lurked around. The people present in there were high profile figures from several criminal factions. Their voices were low and in murmurs as they discussed matters of great importance. Justin was sitting at the far end of the room with his usual position as an observer whenever he is in su
Chapter 418: A Peaceful Solution
“Think about it Justin,” Jim said with a soft tone as he moved closer to him. “This is your chance. Respect. Power. You could have it all. But you have to remember, you are not just a part of this world. You could be the who shapes it's affairs.Justin nodded before replying.“Could it be possible for think about it for some days before I give my reply?” He said as he tries to ease himself away from the present tension.The boss nodded. He nodded back in appreciation, looked at Jim and stepped out.After several days of weighing the offer, Justin found himself standing at a crossroad. The pressure to take control, to rise through the ranks, was immense. But in his heart, he knew that he was not meant to lead through violence and fear. His talent lies in his ability to see the bigger picture, to find solutions to things others could not. He had spent more than enough time in the underworld to see its brokenness and its pain. It is a never ending cycle of destruction.So instead of tak
Chapter 419: The Tipping Point.
The world of influence and power is fragile, ut is built on shifting alliances and fragile trust.Justin had learned this hard truth very early in his involvement with the underworld, but nothing could actually prepare him for the betrayal that was about to test him and reshape his path forever.It started rather subtly, like a faint crack in a weak wall that no one noticed until it became too late. Justin had been associating and working with a rising figure in the underworld, a man named Derek Marlowe, he is an ambitious and charismatic fellow who had quickly earned Justin's respect. He had proven to be a valuable asset, one whose loyalty is so unquestionable. He was able to earn a place in Justin's inner circle due to that, becoming one of his closest buddies in the underworld. Together, they closed several deals and brokered important alliances that helped solidified their standing in the underworld.But power, as Justin had come to understand, attracted envy. And the higher you g
Chapter 420:The Betrayal Unveiled.
That night, Justin's worst fears were confirmed. He had his people dig deeper into Derek's activities, and they discovered a lot of irrefutable and solid evidence. Derek had been discreetly negotiating with Justin's rivals, working behind the scenes to weaken Justin's position. Worse still, he has also been leaking information to those who were plotting against Justin. The betrayal ran depper than Justin could have ever imagined, and it cut to the core of everything he had worked for.It was not just about a business deal gone wrong anymore, it was about trust. The very thing that had made Justin to rise in the underworld and in the business side of the underworld had been shattered by someone he had once called a friend.He was not stranger to betrayal. In his world, it was like a constant threat, one that requires a lot of vigilance and a sharp mind. But this betrayal stung more than most ones. It was a very personal one. Derek had been like a confidant, given that they were of the