In that instant, it felt as though Arjun’s spine had been ripped from his body. He could barely remain standing, unable to believe that the once upright and dignified father he had admired could utter such words.“That’s enough. Hurry up and throw this ill-mannered trash out,” Isabella sneered as she watched Vittorio leave without a trace of emotion. No longer bothering to pretend to be a lady, she frowned at Arjun in open disgust. “He’s occupied the Kyler heir’s position for far too long and still dares to fantasize about being a Kyler young master?”Lost and hollow, Arjun staggered out of the Kyler family mansion. The streetlights blurred together as exhaustion and shock finally caught up with him. He barely noticed when a sleek black Rolls-Royce pulled alongside him, its tinted windows reflecting his haggard appearance.An elderly man emerged, moving with surprising speed for someone his age. His tailored suit probably cost more than Arjun had earned in six months. But it was his e

The dawn light filtered through the cemetery as Vikram placed a protective hand on Arjun's shoulder. "I must leave for Singapore this afternoon. Family matters that cannot wait—board meetings, contracts that require my personal attention.""I understand," Arjun said, though disappointment flickered across his face."But you won't be alone." Vikram's expression softened. "Your mother had a younger sister, Priya. She's been desperate to meet you since I found you. She'll arrive tomorrow to guide you through everything—our businesses, our resources, our world.""How will she know I'm really your grandson? That I'm not some impostor?"Vikram reached into his jacket and withdrew a small velvet box. Inside lay an emblem—a crescent moon cradling a star, crafted from white gold and diamonds. "This is the Harper family seal. It's been passed down through seven generations. When Meera ran away, she took hers with her."Arjun's breath caught. "I've seen this before. Mother wore it on a chain aro

Minutes before Arjun's arrival, Vittorio Kyler stood at the center of the grand hall, champagne glass raised high, his face glowing with triumph."Ladies and gentlemen!" His voice boomed across the marble expanse. "Tonight marks a historic moment for the Kyler family!"Applause erupted. Guests pressed closer, eager to bask in his glory."In just moments, I will sign the official partnership agreement with the Harper Group!" Vittorio gestured grandly toward Alessandro Romano, who stood nearby with his signature neutral expression. "This alliance will elevate the Kyler family to heights previously unimaginable!""Congratulations, Mr. Kyler!" voices chorused."You've done the impossible!""The Harper Group rarely partners with anyone!"Isabella stood beside her husband, preening like a peacock. "My husband is a genius, truly. Where others fail, he succeeds.""And our son Marco," Vittorio continued, placing a hand on his son's shoulder, "will marry the beautiful Giulia tonight, cementing

The moment Marcus Romano spoke, the entire atmosphere in the grand hall shifted.Vittorio Kyler's desperation transformed into groveling reverence. He practically stumbled forward, his voice trembling with a mixture of fear and worship."Mr. Marcus, we are so honored—truly, deeply honored—by your presence here tonight!" Vittorio's hands clasped together as if in prayer. "The fact that someone of your stature would personally oversee our humble partnership is... it's beyond words!""Indeed!" Isabella rushed to add, her earlier shrillness replaced with honeyed tones. "The Kyler family has dreamed of this moment! To have the Senior Regional Director of Harper Group Holdings himself grace our home!"The crowd erupted in murmurs of awe."Senior Regional Director?""That's an executive position!""He controls billions in assets!""The Kyler family is truly blessed!"Marcus Romano stood perfectly still, his expression carved from stone, radiating an authority that made even the wealthiest gu

Security guards closed in on the Kyler family like wolves circling wounded prey. Vittorio stumbled backward, his blood-stained face twisted with disbelief and desperate confusion."Wait! Wait!" Vittorio's voice cracked. "Mr. Marcus, you must be mistaken! There's been some terrible misunderstanding!""No misunderstanding," Marcus said coldly, adjusting his cuffs as if the entire situation disgusted him."But there must be!" Isabella shrieked, her carefully styled hair coming undone, her designer dress wrinkled from the chaos. "We came here to sign a contract! To finalize the partnership with the Harper Group! If you throw us out, who's going to sign the agreement?"The security guards paused, exchanging glances.Marco seized on his mother's logic, stepping forward with desperate bravado. "Exactly! The Harper-Kyler partnership has been in negotiation for months! You can't just throw out your partners right before the signing ceremony!""Partners?" Marcus's laugh was sharp, cruel. "You t