Sebastian said nothing. His eyes darted between Nicholas, then to Adam and Elsa. He didn't dare say anything, fearing that a wrong word would further humiliate himself and Green Corporation. Cold sweat beaded on his temples.Nicholas, with a cold stare, pointed at Sebastian. "Say your apology again, Sebastian. More sincerely."Sebastian obeyed instantly, not waiting for a second command. "I'm truly sorry, Nicholas, Isabella! I beg for your forgiveness for everything I've done! I promise I'll never repeat it!" His voice trembled, full of fear.Adam, who had been silent, now snapped at Nicholas. "Who do you think you are to order people around like that, huh?! You think you're hot stuff just because he's scared?! What insolence!"Nicholas turned to Adam, his gaze narrowed, piercingly cold. "Mr. Weber, do you want to end up like Sebastian? Or worse?" Nicholas said it in a calm tone, but the threat within was unmistakable.Adam took a step back, shocked. An aura emanated from Nicholas tha

The fight between Nicholas and Lord Gideon grew fiercer. The sounds of clashes and impacts echoed through the complex's ruins, silent witnesses to the endless duel. Lord Gideon continued to display his power, each attack swift and deadly, aiming to incapacitate Nicholas. However, Nicholas remained on the defensive. He employed his battlefield tactics: observing, analyzing, and waiting for the opportune moment. Their battle was still far from over, even after a full day had passed. Nicholas and Lord Gideon exchanged blows and defended, seemingly tireless. Their breaths came in ragged gasps, their bodies covered in scrapes and bruises, yet neither would yield. Suddenly, in the midst of the fight, Lord Gideon realized something horrific. He glanced around, searching for his soldiers. He saw that Nicholas's elite forces had neutralized all his troops, binding them and taking them hostage. Only a few of his soldiers remained standing, but they were surrounded and helpless. From the start

This morning, a shiny black luxury car pulled up right in front of Isabella's residence. The car door opened, and Jessica stepped out."Jessica?" Isabella couldn't believe such a special guest was at her house."Yeah, I'm supposed to accompany you to that big meeting today."Isabella nodded. "Nicholas still hasn't contacted us?"Jessica sighed, taking a seat next to Isabella. "Not yet, Bella. I'm a little anxious too, to be honest. But Martin reported everything. Nicholas is on his way back. He'll arrive before the meeting starts."Isabella clasped her hands, trying to calm herself. She knew Nicholas would never break his promise. "I hope so. I can't stop worrying about him."The drive to the five-star hotel where the big meeting was to be held felt short. The hotel looked magnificent, its lobby filled with businessmen in expensive suits, and the air was thick with the aura of power and money.Isabella and Jessica stepped inside. The gazes of the guests immediately fell on them, full

Lord Gideon, now kneeling with his hands bound, had made all the necessary confessions. His eyes pleaded with Nicholas in desperation. "I've told you everything, Mr. Krause," his voice raspy, full of entreaty. "Now, please let me go."Nicholas didn't answer directly. He signaled Martin with a hand gesture.Martin immediately approached. Nicholas turned to Lord Gideon, his gaze cold. "I'm sending you to a place I've already chosen."Lord Gideon raised his head, a confused frown etched on his battered face. "What do you mean?""My warriors will take you to that place," Nicholas replied."You said you'd pardon me," Lord Gideon protested."Yes, I'm pardoning you," Nicholas countered, a faint smile playing on his lips. "I'm pardoning you by taking over all your men and placing you in a remote wilderness, far from any life."Lord Gideon gasped. "This isn't fair!"Nicholas showed no reaction. He no longer wished to hear protests. Nicholas gave Martin a firm command. "Drag them out. Now."Wit

Serafina was already waiting at the promised training arena, a large open field surrounded by dense forest, far from the city's hustle and bustle. The morning sun was already quite high; the clock showed 7:00 AM.She paced back and forth, her eyes sharply scanning every corner. There was no sign of Nicholas. An hour, then almost two hours she waited. Serafina began to get annoyed. Her resentment slowly swelled. "He's probably broken his word this time," she muttered angrily, her fists clenched.In her frustration, Serafina kicked a rather large pebble. The stone shot fast, hitting an old tree at the edge of the arena. A "Thud!" A sound was heard, followed by a slight tremor in the tree branches."That tree didn't do anything wrong. Why are you hurting it?" A deep, calm voice suddenly came from above the tree.Serafina looked up in surprise. On one of the sturdy branches of that tree sat a man with a firm posture. It was Nicholas. He looked at Serafina with a flat expression.Without s