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CHAPTER 676
Adrian’s face darkened into a scowl. "We have every right to be here." He reached into his inner pocket and pulled out a heavy, gold-embossed envelope—the legendary "One-of-One" invite reserved for the Rhein Group.Lilith stared at the gold print, her jaw dropping. "Adrian? How do you have that? That’s the President’s invite. Did you steal that? Are you...?" She couldn't even finish the thought."This invite is a one-of-one," Adrian told the guards, his voice like a sharpening blade. "Let us through."The lead guard snatched the envelope. He observed the gold seal for a second, looked at his partner, and then with a slow, mocking smile, he began to tear it into tiny pieces."Nice try, 'Michael,'" the guard laughed, tossing the confetti into the wind. "I can see why you were blacklisted. You're a crook. Why would the President of Rhein give a janitor his invite? Do you think we’re fools? Get out of here before I beat you into the pavement."Adrian’s muscles tensed, his eyes glowing wi
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A stunned silence gripped the room, followed by a burst of ecstatic murmurs."Incredible!" one executive shouted, slamming a fist on the table. "Even Lilith, with all her father's connections, never managed to catch the eye of the Rhein Group. And now, the most powerful man in tech is choosing our event to show his face? This is the ultimate endorsement!"Marcus adjusted his silk tie, a slow, predatory grin spreading across his face. "I promised you all I would take this company to heights Lilith couldn't imagine. Tonight, we aren't just transitioning power; we are becoming the center of the world's economy."He felt invincible. He was the protagonist of the century, and the only way from here was up.The night of the gala arrived with a spectacle that rivaled a royal wedding. Searchlights cut through the clouds, and dignitaries from three continents stepped out of armored limousines onto a red carpet that stretched for two blocks. Every camera lens was trained on the entrance, waitin
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"I know this is hard," the senior executive said, signaling to the guards at the door. "Take the day off. Go home and rest.""I do not need to rest! This is my company!""We aren't asking," Marcus said firmly.The security guards stepped forward. Lilith’s face turned a violent shade of red. "Don't you dare touch me!" she growled, her voice echoing off the glass walls. She threw her badge onto the table, the plastic clattering across the expensive wood. She turned on her heel and walked out, her chin held high even as her world collapsed behind her.As soon as she reached the sanctuary of her car, the mask crumbled. She slumped against the steering wheel, a sob breaking from her chest. Years of work, of sweat, of trying to prove she was worthy of her father’s name, all gone in a single, orchestrated strike.Miles away, Adrian sat in his darkened study, surrounded by glowing monitors. He watched the news break on every channel: GLOBAL CORP CEO STEPS DOWN; MARCUS THORNE TO TAKE THE HELM.
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"You didn't show up. You realize you’re not a real employee, right? You can't just 'not show up' for work! I need you here ASAP. The stocks are crashing, the investors are screaming, and you're the only one who knows how to trace the leak!"On the other end of the line, there was a long, heavy sigh. "I resigned, Lilith," Adrian said quietly."What?" Lilith nearly dropped the phone. "You said you were going to help me! You made a bet with my father, remember? You can't just back out while the ship is sinking! That’s not fair!""My hands are tied," Adrian replied, his voice strained. "Marcus figured out my identity. There's no point in hiding behind a mop anymore, and he has... evidence. Evidence that puts my sister at risk. If I show my face at Global Corp today, I’m handing him the matches to burn my family down. I have to clean this up from the shadows.""You’re leaving me alone with these wolves?" Lilith’s voice broke."I’m still with you," Adrian promised. "I will expose the sabot
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Adrian’s expression went completely blank. The "Michael" persona vanished, replaced by the cold, calculating gaze of a man who ruled empires."You thought I wouldn't find out?" Marcus laughed, his voice dripping with venom. "You think you’re smart, playing dress-up in a blue collar, but I am ten steps ahead of you. I’ve known for hours.""So you were the one who sent those amateur spies to monitor my house," Adrian said, his voice dropping into a dangerous, low register. "You’re lucky I haven’t seen them lately. If I find another one near my family, I’ll send their heads to your office in a box."Adrian took a step forward, his presence suddenly dwarfing the room. "Knowing my identity changes nothing, Marcus. I know who you are. I know you are sabotaging this company to buy it for pennies. I don't have the hard proof yet, but I will. I will expose you to the entire world as the thief and criminal you are."Marcus shook his head, laughing as if he’d just heard a joke. "Don't bite off m
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Without waiting for an answer, he grabbed Clara’s hand. "Let’s go."Clara was shocked she had almost trusted this woman she now looked at her with disgust.As they reached the car, Clara was finally calming down. "How did you know, Adrian?""The earpiece was the first clue," Adrian said as he pulled out into traffic. "And no nursing mother avoids the baby section on a five-hour stakeout. Clara, the world is full of dangerous people. The necklace I gave you will protect you, but you have to learn to be observant. The world is evil, and I might not always be there to protect you."The spy woman practically ran out of the mall. She ducked into a dark alley where a black van was idling. She scrambled into the back, her chest heaving with terror. Jonah was sitting there, watching the replay on a tablet."That man... he almost snapped my neck!" she screamed, her hands shaking. "I was seconds away from dying! I’m out! Give me my pay and I’m gone!"Jonah didn't look at her. He just kept his e
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