All Chapters of The 900 Billion Dollar Heir: Chapter 81
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Chapter Eighty One - Tied Hands
It was past midnight when Gloria's phone rang.She'd been lying in bed staring at the ceiling, unable to sleep, her mind racing with worry about what Charlie and his organization might do next.She grabbed the phone and saw Charlie's name on the screen."Hello?""We failed." Charlie's voice was cold and flat.Gloria sat up straight. "What do you mean you failed?""The kidnapping. It didn't work. Duane knew about our plan even before we executed it."Gloria's blood ran cold. "How is that possible?""Because you were followed, Gloria. Because you didn't tell us that Duane had elite security watching his every move.""I didn't know—""You should have known! You were married to him! You should have warned us that he wasn't just some rich man we could grab off the street!"Gloria's hands started shaking. "What happened? Is everyone okay?""Randall was arrested. His men were taken down. And I barely escaped.""Arrested?” Gloria felt panic rising in her chest. "But they can't prove anything,
Chapter Eighty Two - Plans
That same morning, Duane sat in a secure room miles away from Wordsworth Tower, speaking into a microphone connected to advanced audio equipment.His voice was being projected live into a conference room where his newly appointed executives waited.Leon stood at the front of that room, managing the presentation.On the wall, a large digital map glowed with dozens of red markers highlighting struggling construction companies, abandoned projects, and key supply routes across the city and nearby regions.The executives sat at a long table, their faces focused and attentive.They could hear Duane's voice clearly through the speakers but they couldn't see him.They didn't know where he was.And that was exactly how Duane wanted it."Good morning," Duane's voice filled the room. "Thank you all for being here."The executives murmured greetings."We're here to discuss our expansion plan for Wordsworth Constructions. This is not a small project. What we're about to do will change the construc
Chapter Eighty Three - The Threat
Duane stayed calm. "I'm not here to insult you. I'm here to make you an offer." "I don't care what your offer is! I've been in this business for thirty years! I don't need advice from some kid in a cheap suit!" "Mr. Miller, if you'd just listen—" "No! You listen! Get out of my office before I throw you out myself!" Mr. Miller stood up, his chair scraping loudly against the floor. Duane looked at him for a long moment. Then without hesitation, Duane stepped forward and slapped him hard across the face. The sound echoed through the small office like a gunshot. Mr. Miller stumbled backward, his hand flying to his cheek, his eyes wide with shock. The room fell completely silent. Duane's voice was cold and calm. "You just disrespected Mrs. Wordsworth." "What? Who?" "Mrs. Wordsworth. The woman who was about to decide the fate of your company." Mr. Miller's face went from red to white. "I didn't know—" "You didn't ask. You just assumed I was nobody important and treated me like
Chapter Eighty Four - Protecting What's Mine
The three members talked among themselves in low voices.Gloria and Charlie stood there waiting.Finally, the woman turned back to them. "We've concluded that Duane Wordsworth cannot be confronted directly anymore.""What does that mean?" Charlie asked."It means we need to change our approach. Instead of trying to attack him or remove him, we need to study him." The man with the deep voice added, "Only then will we be able to move against him effectively."*** Duane arrived at another targeted company the next morning.This one was called Preston Industries, a mid-sized construction firm with three major ongoing projects.According to Leon's research, they were drowning in cost overruns and facing potential lawsuits from unsatisfied clients.Perfect targets.Duane walked into the modern office building and approached the receptionist."I'm here to see Mr. Preston. I have a business proposal from the Wordsworth Group."The receptionist called up and nodded. "He'll see you. Tenth flo
Chapter Eighty Five - Restraint
Duane smiled at Harrison, watching confusion spread across the man's face.Then he moved closer, his voice dropping to something cold and menacing."If you expose my secret, I'll have nothing to lose."Harrison's confidence faltered slightly. "What do you mean?""I mean I wouldn't have to hide my name anymore. I wouldn't have to pretend. I could go all out. I could buy out your suppliers, take your clients and destroy everything you've built."Harrison took a step back. "You wouldn't dare—""I would. Because once my secret is out, there's no reason to hold back anymore."Harrison's face went pale but he forced himself to stand straighter. "You're bluffing.""Am I?""Yes. Because exposing yourself would bring more enemies than you can handle. You'd face threats from people far more powerful than me."Harrison's voice gained strength as he continued. "You'd be exposed to authorities for tricking the public about the ownership of your tower. They'd investigate you, audit you, tear apart
Chapter Eighty Six - Black Ledger
Gloria stood outside the abandoned warehouse, her heart pounding so hard she could hear it in her ears.This was the address the unknown man had given her.The building looked empty and dangerous, exactly the kind of place where terrible things happened.She checked her phone one more time, hoping for a message saying the meeting was cancelled.Nothing.Taking a deep breath, she pushed open the rusty door and stepped inside.The interior was dark except for a single light at the far end.Gloria walked toward it slowly, her footsteps echoing in the empty space.As she got closer, she saw the same three figures sitting at a table, their faces hidden in shadow.The sharp-featured woman, the older man with silver hair, and the man with the deep voice."Sit," the woman commanded.Gloria sat in the single chair facing them, her hands trembling slightly.The woman leaned forward. "We're glad you could make it despite your family emergency.""My mother is still in the hospital—""We know. But
Chapter Eighty Seven - Checkmate
The Chief of Police walked back into his office, his hands shaking as he closed the door behind him.The visit had lasted less than fifteen minutes but it had changed everything.A representative from the secret society had sat in that very chair, speaking calmly and politely, but the threat behind every word was crystal clear.The same secret society that had planted him in his position years ago.The same people who could destroy his career with a single phone call.They'd given him an order and his hands were completely tied.He had to make sure Randall Hopi was released from custody and the case against him dismissed.They'd even provided the tools to do it, a file filled with fabricated evidence showing that Randall had been framed, that the entire case was built on lies and manipulation.The Chief sat down heavily in his chair and opened the file.The documents looked official and convincing, witness statements claiming they'd been coerced, forensic reports that contradicted the
Chapter Eighty Eight - Leave
Gloria walked through the hospital doors, her legs feeling weak beneath her.The fluorescent lights were too bright and the smell of antiseptic made her stomach turn.She'd come straight from the restaurant where Duane had mocked her failure.Now she had to face another failure, her inability to help her mother.A doctor approached her in the hallway, his expression serious."Miss Wordsworth?""Yes?""I need to speak with you about your mother's treatment."Gloria's heart sank. "Is she okay?""She's stable for now. We've placed her in an induced coma to help her body recover from the seizure.""How long will she be in the coma?""At least a week. Possibly longer depending on how she responds."Gloria nodded, trying to process the information. "Can I see her?""Yes, but there's something else we need to discuss first.""What?"The doctor pulled out a tablet and showed her a screen filled with numbers. "The treatment costs. Your mother needs intensive care, monitoring, medications. The
Chapter Eighty Nine - Released
Harrison stared at Duane in disbelief. "You can't be serious.""I'm completely serious. Leave.""But we're about to sign—""The rest of us are about to sign. Not you."Harrison's face turned red with anger. "This is ridiculous! I'm part of this group!"Duane's voice was cold. "Not anymore.""You can't just throw me out—"Duane turned to the guards standing near the elevator. "Remove him from the building."Two large men in dark suits stepped forward.Harrison backed away. "Wait, let's talk about this—"The guards grabbed his arms firmly."Get your hands off me!"They began dragging him toward the elevator despite his protests.Alfred spoke up nervously. "Duane, is this really the right thing to do?"Duane turned to face him. "Harrison threatened to expose my secret a few days ago."The room went silent.Catherine's eyes widened. "He what?""He threatened to reveal my true identity to the media if I didn't back off one of his companies."John's face hardened. "That would have destroyed
Chapter Ninety - A little Success
Gloria sat in the back of the taxi, her hands shaking with anxiety.Another meeting with the organization.After she'd failed the mission to help release Randall Hopi.She was sure they were going to punish her somehow, maybe cut her off completely, maybe even threaten her.The taxi pulled up to an old warehouse on the edge of the city.Gloria paid and walked inside, her heart pounding.The same three figures sat at the table in the dimly lit room."Sit," the woman commanded.Gloria sat, bracing herself for anger and disappointment.Instead, the woman smiled. "Congratulations."Gloria blinked. "What?""Your mission was a success.""But the Chief of Police was arrested—""Exactly as we planned."Gloria's confusion deepened. "I don't understand."The older man explained. "Your mission was actually a beacon of distraction. We knew Duane had someone watching you, following your every move.""So you sent me to the police station knowing I'd be followed?""Yes. While Duane's attention was o