All Chapters of After The Divorce, I Suddenly Inherited $100 trillion : Chapter 261
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The old woman
There was a brief pause on the other end of the line. Then Alistair's voice rang out with excitement. "Bruce, that's wonderful. I'm so happy for you and for them. You did the right thing, son. They're both extraordinary women, and they've been by your side through everything.""Thank you, Dad," Bruce said with a smile. "The wedding will be in February next year. We've got a lot to figure out before then."Alistair chuckled. "Have you decided on the scale of the wedding? Are you planning something grand, or keeping it smaller?""Smaller," Bruce said without hesitation. "Just family and close friends. That's what we all agreed on."Alistair let out a satisfied hum. "That's the right choice, Bruce. A wedding is about the commitment, not the show. I'm proud of you for keeping it grounded."Bruce felt a sense of peace settling over him. "Thank you, Father. That means a lot to me.""Of course, son. You have my full blessing," Alistair said. "I'm currently in Switzerland, but I'll make sure
The true owner of the ring
Bruce couldn't believe what had just happened. In the blink of an eye, the ring of power was torn from his finger. It felt like a big part of himself had been chipped away. "Wait, wait," he exclaimed, springing to his feet with eyes wide in shock. "Why are you taking the ring away from me? I earned it, didn't I? It chose me because I was worthy of it's powers."The woman frowned, holding the ring before him. "Is that what you think the ring of power is about? You think it chose you because you were worthy?""Well, yes," Bruce responded. "My father told me the history behind it. My great-grandfather used it and then passed it down to his descendants. It's my family heirloom."The woman shook her head. "That's where you're wrong. Bruce, the ring of power isn’t a trophy to be owned. It is a responsibility."Bruce lifted an eyebrow. "A responsibility? I don't understand."She began to explain. "My ring was created as a tool meant to pass from one need to another. Your great-grandfather
The price of responsibility
The old woman turned fully to face Bruce, her eyes carefully studying him. "You've had your fun with the ring, Bruce; now it's time to pass it on to someone else. Don’t be so selfish."Bruce clenched his fists, tightening his hold on her arm. "I know I sound selfish, but like I said, I'm not ready to give up the ring yet. There are still threats out there that I haven't even encountered yet."He paused, his voice hard. "Without the ring of power, I'm not sure I can protect myself or my family."The woman tilted her head slightly. "What you're asking for isn't fair to the people who truly need the ring, Bruce. There could be someone out there suffering just because you prioritize your family.""Yes," Bruce admitted, his jaw tightening. "I know it's unfair to them, but I must protect my family. I'll do anything to keep the ring a little longer. Anything at all." He met her eyes, his voice becoming steady. "Make me a deal. Let me hold onto the ring until my death bed. On that day, I'll
GreenFord Academy
The private jet glided down through the clouds, landing smoothly on the runway of Silverville City's private airstrip.Bruce and the boys stepped off toward a sleek black SUV waiting for them at the edge of the runway, its engine humming softly. A driver dressed in a crisp uniform held the door open as they came closer."Welcome to Silverville City, Mr. Shepherd," the driver said with a respectful nod.Bruce returned the nod and gestured for the boys to climb in. Michaelangelo dove into the back seat while Tyler slid in beside him. As the SUV wound its way through the bustling streets, Bruce turned to the boys, his voice low and serious. "Alright, listen up. There are a few things you need to know before we get to the school."Michaelangelo turned to his father, his eyes wide. "What kind of things?"Bruce leaned forward, his gaze steady. "First, you must never let anyone know you're Shepherds. Not your teachers, not your classmates, not anyone. Your registered name is Smith. Underst
GreenFord Academy part 2
Harry turned around, his small frame stiffening as he faced the unfamiliar man who had called out to him. His eyes looked tired from grief, but Bruce could catch a spark of curiosity underneath."Who are you?" the chauffeur demanded, stepping between Bruce and the boy. "State your business, sir. I've been instructed to take the young master home, and I won't allow a stranger to speak to him."Bruce held up a calm hand. "I'm a concerned parent. I just enrolled my sons here at GreenFord. I heard about the boy's tragedy and wanted to offer my help."The chauffeur's eyes narrowed, his tone dismissive. "Mr. Parker has lawyers for that. Now step aside."Harry placed a hand on the chauffeur's arm, his voice quiet but steady. "Wait." He looked at Bruce, studying him for a brief moment.He stepped forward, extending a small hand. "I'm Harry Parker. What business do you have with me?"Bruce shook his hand, impressed by the boy's composure. "I've heard about what happened to your parents. I unde
The Parker family
Bruce sat in the back of the SUV, his eyes fixed on his tablet as they drove through the rolling countryside.The driver navigated the winding roads toward the suburban address Harry had given him.For the next thirty minutes, Bruce quickly mapped out the suburban area where Harry was staying. He marked the Parker's house and took note of the surrounding streets. Feeling satisfied, he put the tablet down and told the driver to head to the nearby hotel. Just as the driver was driving, Bruce's phone rang with Victoria on the line.A soft smile appeared on Bruce's face. He knew he could count on her. She had this special talent of digging up any information he ask for at the snap of his finger. "Hello, Chairman," she said as soon as he picked up her call. "I have all the details you need about the Parker family.""That was quick," Bruce remarked. "Go ahead, I'm all ears."Victoria's voice sounded crisp and professional as she began. "The Parker family runs the entire city's infrastr
The chauffeur
The chauffeur stiffened, his face contorting with shock. "What the hell? You can't be serious, Master Harry. This man is a stranger! You've only known him for less than a day!"Harry's eyes darted between Bruce and the chauffeur, his small hands still gripping the edge of the sofa. "Cedric has been part of my family for as long as I can remember, Mr. Smith. He's been loyal. He's been all I have left."Ah, Cedric. So that was the chauffeur's name, Bruce thought.Bruce met the boy's gaze, speaking calmly. "I understand that, Harry. But in order for me to help you, I need to be fully in charge of the operation."Harry raised an eyebrow. "Are you trying to replace Cedric?""What you have to understand is that I can't help you with someone else watching over my shoulder and reporting to people who may not have your best interests at heart," Bruce replied.Cedric stepped forward to Bruce, his voice rising with indignation. "This is madness! I clearly see you're a fraud who's only after my m
The Shareholders meeting
Cedric stormed out of the Parker mansion, his steps quick and heavy, his fists clenched at his sides. The cool night air did little to calm the rage boiling inside him. He walked to the edge of the driveway, pulled out his phone, and dialed a number.The line connected after two rings."It's me," Cedric said, his voice low and tight. "The boy has gone mad. He fired me and replaced me with some stranger named Bruce Smith."There was a pause on the other end. Then a low, amused chuckle. "Bruce Smith? Never heard of him. Probably a scammer looking to milk whatever's left of the Parker fortune. Harry is a fool.""He's desperate," Cedric said, his voice laced with bitterness. "The lawyers made sure he had no one to turn to. He's clinging to the first person who offered him a hand.""Harry is just being desperate," the voice on the other end laughed again, this time with a colder edge. "Let him cling to the scammer and believe he has a chance. That will only make his downfall all the more
The shareholders meeting part 2
Sylvester's smile disappeared the moment the woman stepped inside. He faced her, his brow knitting together in irritation. "This is a private shareholders' meeting. Whatever it is, it can wait—""Sir, this can't wait," she interrupted urgently. "A new company has just purchased the majority shares of Parker's Energy & Gas. The transaction was completed late last night."At that moment, the whole room froze in shock before bursting into loud murmurs.The shareholders exchanged puzzled glances, their voices rising together in a chorus of confusion.Sylvester's face went pale, his composure cracking for the first time that morning."What?" he demanded, his voice sharp. "Who? Who bought the shares?"The young woman swallowed hard, her eyes darting nervously around the room. "It was Eagleman Enterprises, sir. They now hold eighty-seven percent of the company's shares."Silence descended like a thunderclap. For a moment, no one spoke. Then the room exploded into chaos."Eagleman Enterprises
Eagleman Enterprises
An hour after Bruce and Harry left Parker's Energy & Gas, the conference room was still a wreck. Papers lay scattered across the mahogany table, chairs pushed back in disarray, and the air hung heavy with tension.Sylvester Roswell paced back and forth across the room like a caged animal, his fists tightly clenched and his face flushed with anger."This is impossible!" he roared, slamming his fist against the table again. The sound echoed through the room, causing several shareholders to flinch. "Everything was supposed to go according to plan! The company was supposed to be mine! Who the hell is this Eagleman? They've ruined everything!"The shareholders exchanged uneasy glances, none daring to speak. Finally, one of them, a thin, nervous man with spectacles, cleared his throat. "Could it be Harry? I mean, he did show up today with that new chauffeur. Maybe he had something to do with it."Sylvester's head snapped toward him, his eyes burning fiercely. "Harry? Are you out of your