Isabelle’s breath caught in her throat as she stared down at Adrian’s seemly lifeless body.
“Lucian,” she whispered, “What do we do now?” Lucian got back to his feet and spat right on Adrian’s face. Then the next moment, his lips curled into a cruel smile. "Perfect! Let's stick to the original plan, then." “We toss him overboard, into the sea.” “We’re in the middle of the ocean. No witnesses. No evidence. Just a tragic ‘accident.’” Isabelle shuddered but her eyes lit up. Yeah, they could stick to their original plan! The only difference was Adrian wasn’t drugged beforehand but instead got knocked out by her. But then, it made no difference, did it? Lucian was already moving. He quickly rolled a sheet over Adrian's body and began dragging Adrian toward the door. BOOM! RING! RING! RING!!! However, just as they reached the cabin door, a loud crash echo from further down the corridor. And the alarm grew louder and louder. And then, there were footsteps and voices. Isabelle’s breath caught in her throat. Someone had pulled a nearby emergency alarm and people were coming this way. Lucian cursed under his breath. “Shit. We need to move...” The voices grew louder, nearing their room. Throwing someone into the sea without anyone noticing was one thing; being caught in the act was another. He didn’t like the idea of being caught. So, without hesitating, Lucian hissed, “Move!” He grabbed Isabelle’s wrist and yanked her towards the balcony door. “Lucky you, bastard!” With one last glance at Adrian lying behind the half-closed cabin door, Isabelle turned and bolted. As Lucian and Isabelle disappeared into the distance of the corridor, neither of them noticed a trickle of Adrian’s blood slowly soaking into the pendant around his neck. And then, a faint, glowing white light pulsed from it. It flickered once, then twice ,,, and totally surged into Adrian’s body like a living force. The deep wound on Adian’s head immediately sealed itself. The bruises quickly faded and was replaced by smooth skin. If anyone were there to watch, they would surely be astonished. But the transformation ran deeper than the eye could see. Adrian’s shattered bones fused back together. His torn muscles regenerated, stronger than before. Every cell in his body was revitalized, restructured, perfected. And then, without warning, the door burst open again. A beautiful woman staggered inside. Her delicate fingers trembled as she slammed the door shut behind her, shutting out whoever was far behind her. She locked it with a shaky hand before she fell unconscious. Meanwhile, as Adrian slipped into unconsciousness, an ethereal voice echoed in his mind. "Time has shifted, the seas turned to fields. Over a century has passed since Terra's Great Cataclysm. Now, Terra’s will has awakened anew, its energy eternal, seeking a new heir. Remember—the bearer must uphold righteousness, and defeat evil invasions. Should one fall into darkness, their soul will be utterly destroyed." The next moment, Adrian ‘saw’ the pendant that his mother had left him before her death suddenly transformed into a blazing phoenix wreathed in flames and frost. And with a shrill cry, it shot straight into his forehead. "Ah—!"
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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
CHAPTER 26- The Heir's Return
Adrian pulled his phone from his pocket and handed it over. Their fingers brushed. Just for a second. But it made Sophia'd chest tighten. She keyed in her contact quickly, handed it back. “There.” Adrian studied the screen for a moment. Then nodded. He slid the phone into his jacket, smirking. “I’ll keep in touch.” Then he stepped into the taxi. The door shut with a heavy thud. And as the cab pulled away, Sophia stood at the edge of the lot, the wind tugging at her coat, the list of herbs clutched tightly in her hand. She wasn’t sure what this man was chasing. But somehow, for reasons she couldn’t explain… She wanted to help him find it. Meanwhile, at the headquarters of the Rhein Group… The towering headquarters stood as a monument to power—sixty-eight floors. Every corner of the building screamed money and control. At the heart of it all, Julia Lin—the Rhein Group’s famed vice president. She was pacing—heels clicking like gunshots across the marble floor, one manicu
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