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Chapter 95
The opulent Romano estate buzzed with celebration as news of Mariya and Leo's marriage spread throughout Carson City's elite circles. Within days, the ripple effects of this union became apparent across the city's business landscape.Mariya stood in her new penthouse office, overlooking the bustling streets below. The nameplate on her mahogany desk now read "Mrs. Mariya Romano," and she couldn't help but smile at how much her world had transformed. Her phone buzzed constantly with congratulatory messages and business proposals that would have been impossible just weeks ago."Mariya, darling!" Mrs. Carter burst through the office doors, her arms laden with shopping bags from the city's most exclusive boutiques. "Look what I bought with the profits from the new restaurant chain. Leo's connections have been absolutely divine for business!""Mother, you're glowing," Mariya laughed, embracing her mother warmly. The stress lines that had once creased Mrs. Carter's face had vanished, replace
CHAPTER 94 PART 2
The transformation was remarkable. Contact lenses changed Karvel's eye color from dark brown to steel gray, while carefully applied makeup altered the shape of his cheekbones and jawline. A skilled barber restyled his hair, and temporary dental work slightly changed the shape of his smile."Voice coaching is next," Marcus continued, as a speech therapist worked with Karvel to develop a new accent and speech pattern. "We're going with educated British, with hints of international travel. The kind of accent that suggests expensive schools and global business experience."He's becoming someone entirely different, Markos thought as he watched the transformation. Not just physically, but in every mannerism and vocal inflection."Now for the background," Marcus said, pulling out thick folders of documentation. "Meet Sebastian Sterling, international business consultant specializing in hostile takeovers and corporate restructuring."The documentation was incredibly detailed—birth certificate
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The tension in Markos's office was palpable as the wealthy businessman struggled to understand his boss's strategy. Despite his complete loyalty to Karvel Cross, the plan to infiltrate Leo Romano's organization seemed like an unnecessary risk when other options were available."I have to ask again," Markos said, leaning forward in his leather chair. "Why don't you just reveal who you really are? The Cross name carries enough weight to crush the Romano family overnight. You could end this entire conflict with a single phone call."Karvel's expression darkened, his mind clearly traveling back to painful memories that he rarely allowed himself to revisit.He doesn't understand the cost of that kind of warfare, Karvel thought grimly. He doesn't know what happens when titans clash without restraint."The last time I went to war with Leo Romano using my full identity and resources, innocent people paid the price," Karvel said quietly, his voice carrying the weight of old guilt. "Families we
Chapter 93
After Vincent Langford's pathetic attempt at manipulation and subsequent humiliation, Karvel Cross felt a familiar satisfaction settle over him. There was something deeply gratifying about watching scheming parasites like Vincent realize that their amateur-hour tactics were completely ineffective against someone who understood the game at a much deeper level.Some lessons require repetition, he thought as he straightened his tie and prepared to leave the hotel. Vincent is a slow learner, but eventually even he'll understand that crossing me has consequences.Twenty minutes later, Karvel walked into Markos's private office at Markos Industries, noting immediately that his most trusted ally looked more concerned than usual. The normally unflappable businessman was pacing behind his desk, his jaw tight with barely controlled tension."You look troubled, my friend," Karvel observed, settling into one of the leather chairs across from Markos's desk."We have a problem," Markos said without
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The wedding had been moved to a private venue with minimal media coverage, clearly an attempt to avoid another public disruption. The footage showed a much smaller, more intimate gathering than the original elaborate affair, but Romano and Mariya both looked tense despite their smiles.Romano's paranoia is showing, Karvel observed. He's so worried about another confrontation that he can barely enjoy his own wedding.A knock at his hotel room door interrupted his thoughts. Karvel muted the television and approached the door cautiously, checking the peephole before opening it.Vincent Langford stood in the hallway, his face still bearing the marks of his recent beatings but his expression attempting to convey sincerity and desperation.This should be interesting, Karvel thought as he opened the door. What does the worm want now?"Karvel," Vincent said, his voice carrying what he probably thought was a tone of remorse and brotherhood. "I need to talk to you.""Vincent," Karvel replied ca
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The tension in the Grandview Hotel lobby was thick enough to cut with a knife as Vivian Fairchild assessed the disaster that her carefully planned operation had become. Gabrielle Morrison stood nearby, her earlier confidence completely shattered, while the five trust fund babies nursed their stinging faces and wounded pride.This couldn't have gone worse if I'd tried, Vivian thought with barely concealed frustration. What was supposed to be a simple intelligence gathering mission has turned into a public spectacle.Gabrielle, finally realizing the magnitude of her failure, caught sight of Vivian's disapproving expression and immediately snapped back to reality. The professional seductress who had completely lost control just minutes earlier suddenly remembered her place in the hierarchy."Vivian, I can explain—" Gabrielle began desperately, her voice still shaky from her earlier breakdown."Not here," Vivian said sharply, her tone cutting through Gabrielle's attempted justification. "
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The commotion in the Grandview Hotel lobby continued to escalate as Gabrielle Morrison's theatrical breakdown drew even more spectators. What had started as a small gathering of curious onlookers was rapidly becoming a full-scale scene, with hotel guests pulling out their phones to record the drama.This is exactly what I didn't need tonight, Karvel thought with growing irritation. A public spectacle that could draw unwanted attention."I want this man arrested!" Gabrielle shrieked, her voice echoing off the marble walls and crystal chandeliers. "He's a predator! A stalker! Someone needs to do something!"The hotel manager looked increasingly uncomfortable as more guests gathered to witness the scene. "Miss, please lower your voice. You're disturbing our other guests.""I don't care about your other guests!" Gabrielle snapped back. "This creep needs to be taught a lesson!"Karvel had heard enough. He turned to leave, hoping to extract himself from the situation before it could get any
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Twenty minutes later, Karvel was walking through the lobby of the Grandview Hotel, his mind still wrestling with the Romano problem, when an unexpected collision jolted him from his thoughts."Oh my goodness, I'm so sorry!" a melodious female voice exclaimed.Karvel looked down to see a stunningly beautiful young woman who had apparently bumped into him while juggling several shopping bags. She was tall and elegant, with flowing auburn hair and striking green eyes that seemed to sparkle with genuine embarrassment.Convenient timing, he thought, immediately suspicious. Beautiful women don't usually run into me by accident in hotel lobbies."It's quite alright," he said politely, helping her gather the scattered contents of one of her dropped bags."I'm such a klutz," she continued, her voice carrying just the right note of helpless femininity. "These heels are absolutely impossible to walk in, but they were too gorgeous to resist."She's good, Karvel observed. Professional-level acting
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The private meeting room at Markos Industries was dimly lit, with only the soft glow of the city lights filtering through the floor-to-ceiling windows. Karvel Cross sat across from Markos at the polished mahogany conference table, both men's expressions grave as they discussed their next move against Leo Romano."The Romano situation has escalated beyond simple business rivalry," Markos said, sliding a thick file across the table. "My intelligence sources confirm that Leo's family has significant national influence—political connections, military contracts, international business partnerships."Karvel opened the file and scanned the contents, his jaw tightening as he read the details of the Romano family's extensive network of power.They're more deeply entrenched than I thought, he realized. This isn't just about Leo anymore—it's about an entire dynasty."Taking down Leo Romano won't be like dealing with the small-time criminals we've handled before," Markos continued. "His family wi
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