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CHAPTER 32- A Promise of Hell
He pulled out a pristine white envelope, his and Isabelle’s wedding invitation, embossed in gold foil.“I would be honored,” he said carefully, “if the President of Rhein Group could attend our wedding. Even if just briefly. His presence would mean a great deal.”A silent pause.Julia didn’t blink.Neither did she smile.But after a heartbeat, she reached forward and took the envelope.Her fingers brushed briefly over the seal.“I will pass it on,” she said softly. “Whether he attends... will depend on his schedule.”Lucian nodded, hiding his eagerness with a tight smile. “Of course. That’s more than enough.”Julia slid the invitation into a drawer. Then, with the same composed tone, added, “You’ll receive confirmation of the fund transfer before sunset.""Pepare your companies. The new board members will be transferred to your companies immediately after the transfer.” “Of course. Understood.”Julia nodded once. “Then, we’re done here. Please see yourself out.”Lucian stood, bowed h
CHAPTER 31- Unseen Strings
Julia didn’t flinch.Didn’t look up."It was recently included." She responded.Lucian hesitated. “May I ask why it’s included?”Julia’s fingers tapped once on the folder.“For oversight.”Her voice was devoid of emotion. Lucian swallowed tightly. “But my board...”“Is unstable,” she interrupted mildly, her gaze finally rising. “Three seats compromised. Two defaulted loans. One internal audit still missing. You’re aware of all this.”Lucian nodded stiffly.“Then you also understand Rhein has every right—and reason—to protect its capital,” Julia added, her tone smooth but absolute. Lucian shifted in his seat, fingers twitching on the pen.“Of course,” he said quietly. “I’m grateful for the opportunity. Truly. It’s just... a bit unexpected.”"Well, if you want the money you have to comply, not like you have many choices." Lucian didn’t respond.Because deep down, he knew she wasn’t wrong.His jaw tightened. Beneath his designer suit and calculated smirk, Lucian Grayson was crumbling
CHAPTER 30- A Twisted Deal
But just then—Lucian’s phone buzzed.He frowned, then glanced at the caller ID.RHEIN GROUP.A flicker of seriousness crossed his face. He stepped away, answering the call.A crisp voice spoke from the other end.“Mr. Grayson, this is from Rhein’s Capital Division. Your financing has been approved. You’re expected at headquarters immediately. Vice President Lin is waiting.”Lucian blinked. “That fast?”He turned slowly to Isabelle, who was lounging across the ivory couch, her fingers twirling a lock of hair.“Yes, sir. The president has personally signed off. The only thing lift is your signature.”Click.The line went dead.The line went dead.Lucian stared at the screen for a heartbeat.Then slowly… his lips parted into a triumphant grin.He turned to Isabelle like a man who’d just conquered a kingdom.“Rhein Group just approved my capital ejection of fifty billion dollars!”His voice trembled with disbelief… and hunger.Isabelle froze with golden strand of hair between her finger
CHAPTER 29- The Casual King
Jane could barely recover from the shock.Julia’s tone dropped another octave. "You’re still standing here?”She immediately pulled out her phone pocket.“Security,” she said flatly. “Executive wing. Now.”Before Jane could speak again—DING.The elevator at the far end of the corridor hissed open.Two burly security officers stepped out in black uniforms, their eyes locking onto Julia instantly.She gave a single nod.“That one,” she said, pointing to Jane like she was designating trash to be taken out. “Throw this lunatic out of this company. Now.”“No! No, no—wait!” Jane backed away, her heels screeching against the polished floor.“I can explain! Julia, I swear I didn’t mean—!”The guards didn’t listen.They each grabbed an arm.“Don’t touch me! Don’t you dare touch me! I’m the investment manager—!”“You were,” Julia corrected icily.Jane turned to Adrian one last time, her mascara streaking, her dignity leaking through each breathless scream. “Please! I didn’t know! I didn’t kno
CHAPTER 28- Arrogance meets Authority
Jane Foster blinked like she hadn’t heard him. Then she scoffed. “What did you just say?” she asked, eyes narrowing. “I said you bumped into me,” Adrian repeated, unmoved. “Next time, try watching where you’re going.” Jane’s jaw unhinged in shock. She tossed her phone into her purse and squared her shoulders like a queen about to deliver judgment. “Do you even know who I am?” she snapped. Adrian arched a brow, hands still calmly at his sides. “How would I?” he said simply. “This is my first day.” Jane’s eyes widened for half a second. Then they narrowed to slits. “First day?” she repeated, voice now a blade. “And you’re already mouthing off to senior management?” She let out a sharp laugh. “Oh, this is rich. You're a new comer and you have the audacity to speak to me like that?” Adrian’s silence was deafening. He did not even seem bothered and ignored confusion and anger in Jane. Jane tilted her chin, snorting. “Which department are you with? And what’s your name?” S
CHAPTER 27- Countdown to Collapse
“Vice President Lin,” he said calmly, pointing to the two files with Lucian Grayson’s name, “are you planning to invest in these two?”After a quick glance, Julia quickly gathered her thoughts and replied. “Yes, sir.”“Good. Here’s what I need—I want Astra Corp and Grayson family's company stripped of power and fully brought under the control of Rhein within a week.” Adrian’s tone was ice and steel. “Can you handle that?” What?!Julia’s head jerked up in surprise.From Adrian’s tone, she could tell that this was personal.Did Lucian do something to provoke the head of Rhein Group?Could he be that foolish?“Do you mean…?” Julia’s voice faltered.Adrian’s gaze turned to her fully now—sharp, direct, unreadable.He rose slowly to his feet, and with every inch he stood, the atmosphere grew heavier.“No, Julia,” he said softly.“I don’t mean it.”He stepped closer to the window, overlooking the entire skyline of Silver City stretching beneath him like a kingdom.“I’m declaring it.”Juli
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