All Chapters of The Roman Walter Effect: Chapter 111
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Chapter 111
Lena was shocked when she heard all Roman had to say. It reset her thoughts for the rest of the day. “You mean all these while, you laughed with me, you were actually dying inside?” She asked him. “I'm sorry I didn't tell you sooner, I just didn't want you to bother about it after what happened that last time.” He apologised. His words however bounced upon angry ears. She was the most upset she has ever been. “You were so cheerful yesterday and I wondered why.” She said to him. “If things went wrong, that night would have been the last time I saw you.” She said. Roman sighed. She was right indeed and he wasn't going to argue with her when he knew that. “I promise I'll share every future event with you.” He told her, making a promise that she found difficult to believe he would keep. “You even told me Carlos was fine, when in truth, he was in a coma.” She said to him. “I honestly can't believe you right now.” It was the first argument they had in a whole. He knew he had to give
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It was not long before Damian's arrest became public. He had allowed the government to release the statement. The masses, who were initially in the thoughts that he died, were shocked to hear that in fact, he faked his death. Over two hundred people connected to Damian were also arrested and tried. Most of them were very influential, others less. Many tried to pay their way out of the situation, but Roman was always at the back end, intercepting their deals. They were going to pay for their crimes, based on how many hands they had in it. Their sentences ranged from 6 months with parole for the ones lightly affiliated to up to 20 years for those who did deal dirty jobs for Damian. Especially those that led to deaths along the way. The masses were buzzing, they didn't know where to place Roman. He was a good businessman, who didn't just influence the political world, but security too. Just a little step further and he would earn the tycoon title. “How the hell did this happen? How
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And the day came, the day for the submission of quarter earnings. Everyone uploaded their documents as requested and after the ranking was done, the data was made public in the evening. It was unbelievable. For the first time since inception, Walter Enterprises, which was now recorded as Walcott Group, sat first on the chart and Crestfield followed second. Roman's company had gotten almost 40 percent over expected earnings, while Holloway fell below expectations. Holloway couldn't believe this. Now, he was really angry. “He has done it, he has reached my throat. I can't take this anymore!” Holloway yelled out as he looked at the news on the laptop screen. His pa also saw the news and knew better than to face Holloway. He wanted to avoid Holloway for the rest of the day, but Holloway would beg to differ. He ordered the PA to make it to the office as soon as possible. “I'm here sir.” Smith said when he entered. “Have you seen this?” He asked Smith. “I have sir.” Smith, whose feet
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After the party, Roman went back home with Lena. In the car, she couldn't help but notice that her husband's mood was still not right. “Whatever it is, it must be really troubling you.” She said to him. “Is it that obvious?” She asked him. “Well, from where I'm standing, it's pretty obvious.” She replied to him. Roman sighed. “Are you sure you don't want to talk about it? I can help you out.” She asked again. “Well, it's not a lot of problem, it's just that now we'll be having so many investors and we might not be able to sort out which was from Holloway. I don't know what he might be planning.” He explained. “That seems like a lot of trouble.” She told him. “Where do we even start blocking him from?” “We will definitely feel something out.” He assured her. “We always do.” “You know what? Maybe you need to cool off.” She told him. At first, he didn't understand, but she explained to him that he probably couldn't think straight because he had stressed his brain for so long, so
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“He has been the source of livelihood since Damian got free.” Smith revealed. “You're aware we're rounding up everyone who has a thing to do with Damian right? And by admitting you played a part, you can serve jail terms.” Roman asked him. “I know that, but I also know you want Holloway more than you want me.” Smith revealed. “The first and second information I gave you can help you access his business, but this third one really puts him out of the way, out of your way.” He added. “We used very secure lines to communicate with Damian, one that was disconnected immediately he got arrested. You and your team have swept everything, but can't find it.” He knew everything and this evening began to bother Roman. Although Roman maintained his chill state. Nothing was going to make him look fazed. “I can give everything to you, even proof of their communication together. You can use that leverage to completely neutralise him.” “And what do you want in return?” Roman asked him. It was un
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One crunchy bite and Roman was impressed. The food was just so good, he even finished before Lena and ordered another. “I told you it was good, I told you you'd like it.” She said to him with a smile. “Wow, that surprisingly went well.” He couldn't help but say. This was a win for Lena. She could prove to him twice that she knew something he didn't. The day was good, but it has to be over. Late at night, they couldn't just return home, so they slept at a motel. A local motel with creaking roofs. “Why are you really doing this to us?” He asked her. Lena couldn't stop laughing at his frustration. “Come on, don't you like the new feeling?” She asked him. She figured she wanted to do something that they'd both remember for as long as possible. If they just went to the biggest places, it would have been normal because they were used to being to those places. These small, local spaces however were the best to gain some more experience and even learn something new. That was her plan
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One of the calls Roman received when he was out on the trip with his wife was from Halden, the next in line to be president. He wanted to have a private conversation with Roman. He loved Roman even more when he discovered the kind of person Roman was. Roman has worked his way to the top, clearing the spot for Halden and his victory now looked more realistic than ever. At the same time, Roman never asked anything from him or tried to exploit him in any way. Yes, Roman would want the business to benefit from the new government when it arrived, but he was assured Roman wouldn't want to exploit it. They had set up a meeting for the weekend after Lena's swearing in. The meeting was held at one of Halden’s private quarters. “I'm ready to push my campaign to the next level.” He told Roman. “I want you to be at the forefront of it.” Roman sighed. “You know I don't have to be there, right?” He told Halden. “You have everything covered already.” “At the same time you understand that this
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Days after the meeting between Roman and his closest circle, investigation results were sent out against Holloway. There were results relating to manipulation software numbers and most importantly, affiliations with Damian. Roman made sure the relationship with Damian didn't concern the whole company, but just Holloway, but the numbers did. It really struck them deep, the board members of Crestfield. They had gotten the official documents from the investigation, but not the one that had to do with Damian. Those, Roman, made sure to send through secret channels to them. They were so shocked when they saw everything. The information was to be made public the next week, so they had to do something about it. An urgent meeting was kept by the board, which Holloway was compelled to attend. “How could you do this to the company?” Holloway asked the board members.“Manipulating the board and having affiliations with Damian? Do you know what that means for the company when it goes public
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Of course the business media never shied away from such news. It wasn't up to two hours before the news of Peter's visit to Roman went public. The deal Roman signed and his 20 percent acquisition of the company was also made public. Holloway was already drowning in alcohol when he saw this news. They enraged him, but the one that pushed him to the wall the most was the last one. Roman had chosen Smith as the proxy. “How is this happening to me?!” He took out his phone and called Roman at once. Roman knew he'd call. He purposely left the phone ringing without answering it. This was his most evil move. He had cost Holloway everything and Holloway was definitely calling to vent his anger and even get some kind of closure. Roman wasn't going to give that closure. Roman made himself unreachable. This would push Holloway to madness faster than even the jail he would head to when confirmation of his affiliations was made to the court. Indeed Roman was slow to act, just like the Elep
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“So, you'll be leaving soon, right?” He asked her. “Your father's case is done and you're finally free.” “I'm thinking of very, very far away.” She replied. “Roman said no matter how far I want to go, he is willing to sponsor. For some reason, I just want to be out of sight and out of mind.” She explained. Carlos felt heartbroken. It was like he got rejected before he could even make the offer. He went absolutely quiet. “Did you want to say something?” She asked him. “No.” He said. “Nothing really. It's nice you're finally going to have a real life of your own.” He commended. She looked at him with a smile. “Thank you.” Carlos faked a smile in response. He was shattered underneath, but he couldn't let her see it. The next couple of minutes were spent with more laughs and talks. The energy shift was obvious. Carlos tried as much as possible to maintain the vibe, but it wasn't natural and it could be seen through. “It's getting late.” Carlos soon said as it approached 10 pm. “Y