All Chapters of I Am The Richest Man Alive : Chapter 421
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Chapter 421: Unseen Ally.
The underworld had its own rhythm, its own set of rules, and its own dangers. Justin had been moving in its shadows long enough to understand that the dangers comes in different forms. But sometimes, a seemingly minor act could sef off a series of events that could alter the course of one's life, even without knowing it at the time. This part of Justin's journey started with one such moment, a seemingly random intervention that would lead to an ally he never really anticipated.It was raining that night in the city when Justin's phone got notified with an unexpected message. It was from one of his most trusted contacts in the underworld, a man named Samir Khalil. He was not a big player, but he had connections that spanned the globe, making him a very valuable asset to keep, and also a part of Justin's growing network. His message was very short but appears urgent.It reads: “I am being set up. Meet me at the docks. We do not have much time.”Without a second thought, Justin sneaked o
Chapter 422: Help.
With a quick look in the rearview mirror, Justin realized he had a chance. The alley would only go so far, but there was an exit on the other side. It was a gamble, but if he did not take it, the cars may likely catch up with them and that would not be good. It was the only shot they had.He pressed hard on the accelerator, sending the car into a high speed maneuver that took them through the alley and landed them onto another street that would look around to a much more safer part of town. The cars chasing them were momentarily stalled, they were unable to move through the alley with the same agility. Justin did not even look back until he was sure he had lost them completely.They finally came to a stop in a quiet parking garage, not so far from the scene of the chase. The rain still continued to fall in heavy sheets, but the immediate danger had hone. Samir, who was shaken from the near death experience but still alive, looked over at Justin with a mix of awe and gratitude.“You sa
Chapter 423: Leaving the Shadows.
It's now been few years and the underworld had been Justin's second home. It had taught him lessons no business school ever could. It had sharpened his instincts, refined his strategic mind, and introduced him to a network of powerful, dangerous people. But as it is, he was now on the precipice of a new chapter in his life, he knew it was time leave the secret life behind.His father had started involving him in the family business more directly. Nelson Drogonuv, his father had always kept him at arm's length from the core operations of the company, believing he was still little and also needed to prove he could handle it before introducing him to the complex world of corporate power. But now, he was getting old and his health had began to decline, and he understands that in the distant future, Justin would need to step in and take over the company. Justin needs to start learning the ropes and for Justin, in as much as he is used to the underworld, this was the time to focus on his or
Chapter 424: The New Beginning
Over the next few days, Justin made sure he met with some key figures in his network physically, to make sure their relationships remained strong. There were messages to send, deals to finalize, and also, promises to be kept.He was not about to leave the underworld completely, not while there was unfinished business and he would not want this life interfering with his new life once he is fully immersed into it.By this time, he had already finished High school, so his father thought he should learn the ropes of the business for a while before proceeding to college. As he walked through the corridors of his father's office for the first time as a legitimate member of the family business, Justin could not shake the sense of weight that hung in the air. He was no longer a discreet person moving in the background. He was now in the spotlight, expected to lead. The pressure felt enormous, but it was a pressure that he was ready to face and handle.Nelson Drogonuv greeted him with a knowin
Chapter 425: The Young Apprentice
The bustling headquarters of Drogonuv corporation was a world Justin was familiar with faintly as compared to the dimly lit streets and discreet dealings of the underworld he had been used to for some few years now. Unlike the underworld where he runs his business after school hours, he was now done with high school and had to be here, where the walls are adorned with glass and steel, reflecting the business empire his father, Nelson Drogonuv, had meticulously built over the years. He was now in his late teens, and the building still mesmerized him anytime he walks into it, especially now that he is here to be moulded into its future leader.His father believed in the power of humility and hard work. He had seen so many heirs to corporate fortunes, who had squandered their opportunities by assuming the habit of entitlement. He was determined to make sure his son would not follow that path. This, Justin's induction into the family business started, not in am elegantly designed and plu
Chapter 426: The Young apprentice ll
When. Justin's time in the mailroom came to and end, his father moved him into the operations department. Here, he was given the task if reviewing supply chain logistics. It is an unglamorous but very important part of the company's success. Nelson wanted him to understand that very cog in a machine mattered, from the suppliers negotiating contracts to the staffs at the warehouse who make sure shipments arrives on time.It was during this period that Justin started to see the parralles before the world he is right now, and the world he left behind. Both of them were driven by deals, alliances, and the careful management of their resources. But their difference is also clear. Where the underworld thrived on fear and secrecy, the corporate world operated under the guise of professionalism and transparency. The stakes were just as high in both worlds.One day, Justin was tasked to shadow a senior manager, miss Evelyn Porter, during a negotiation with a key supplier. She was a master nego
Chapter 427: Lessons in Leadership
The conference room of Drogonuv corporation's headquarters was a masterpiece of design, exuding power and authority. It had hall window that offered a panoramic view of the city skyline, while the room's centerpiece, a gleaming mahogany table, seemed to stretched endlessly. It was here that most of the company's most important decisions were made. For the first time ever, Justin would be part of this room, accompanying his father to a high stake board meeting. By this time, most people had known he was Nelson Drogonuv's son.Justin felt a mix of anxiety, nervousness, and excitement as he followed his father into the room. Around the table, seated, were the company's board of directors, a mix of seasoned execeitieiand shrewd financiers, all of whom held very important stakes in the business. These were the people who measured every word and every gesture. Justin had seen alot of power plays in the underworld, but this was a different place, one where the stakes were soaked in spreadshe
Chapter 428: More lessons.
As the discussion progressed in the meeting, Justin started to see some parallels between this and his past experiences in the underworld. Negotiations, whether in a corporate boardroom or a back alley deal, all boils down to understanding leverage and motivations. Here, however, the stakes were quantified in million of Dollars and market share than loyalty and territory.By the time the meeting ended, the board had reached a consensus on how to proceed with the acquisition, although with some additional safeguards to address Mr. Hathaway's concerns. Nelson Drogonuv's ability to balance his assertiveness with diplomacy had been very important.When the meeting wrapped up and they left the conference room, Justin felt a newfound respect for his father. “That was incredible.” He said as he was unable to hide his admiration. His father chuckled. “It is just business son. But always remember, what you saw today is only one side of it. The real work begings after the deal is signed and cl
Chapter 429: The Mentor
The offices of Drogonuv corporation were bustling with activities as the rhythmic him of productivity filled the air. At this point, Justin, considers himself a young apprentice in the family business, had just staryed his journey in the business world. While his father, Nelson Drogonuv, had assigned him a low level role, it was obvious to Justin that the opportunity to keep learning to be better were endless.One Sunny afternoon, he found himself so neck deep in studying some spreadsheets, trying to make sense of the quarterly reports. Though he had a sharp mind and a thirst for knowledge, the intricacies of the corporate finance were something so new to him. It was during this period of frustration that George Stratton, one of Drogonuv corporation's most respected executives, entered the room and spotted him.George, a very tall man with silver hair and an aura of quiet authority, was quite known in the company as a financial wizard. He had been very instrumental in guiding Drogonuv
Chapter 430: More Business Lessons.
One evening, George invited Justin over to the board room to observe a high stake meeting with external investors. The discussion would revolve around a potential joint venture in an emerging market.As the meeting started, Justin sat down quietly beside George as he watched him in action. He marveled at how he was able to address their concerns with confidence and deftly steered the conversation with the investors towards favorable terms. At one point, George turned to him.“Justin, what is your take on the market risk here?”He was caught off guard but in an eager bid to prove himself and contribute, Justin replied. “Well, the risk is significant, but if we are to structure the deal with performance based incentives, it will minimize our exposure while aligning their goals with ours.”The investors nodded thoughtfully at him when he said that, and Justin noticed a look of approval in George’s expression.Later on, after the meeting has ended and they were walking back to their offi