2025-12-06 23:36:25
Previous Chapter
Latest Chapter
244. Kingmaker
Phillipe Du Monte arrived at the Golden Swing Golf Club, accompanied by just his secretary and a couple of guards, the following evening.The receptionist asked the Governor’s security team to wait outside, allowing only the man of the hour to walk inside."I have never visited this club before. My men are here to protect me from threats,” Du Monte protested, feeling unsure about going alone.But the receptionist smiled in response. “You don’t need to worry about your safety. This club is owned by Mr. Akaash Patel, and we have cameras in every corner. It’s also a stone’s throw away from the local police precinct. And Mr. Patel already has his guards posted at all key entrances and exits. You are completely safe here.”Seeing there was no point in arguing, Du Monte finally asked his guards to wait outside and walked in alone.“At least I can go with—”His secretary tried to butt in, but was stopped by the receptionist.“I am sorry, but you’ll have to wait as well.”One of Akaash’s most
243. Consolidating Power
Finally free from all interference, Alex now had the chance to re-evaluate his businesses and get all his projects in order.With Henry Pietersen dead, his shares in the company were transferred to a trust, giving Alex complete control over the Pietersen Group of Industries.While there was some talk about this hostile takeover violating business ethics, Jakob used his media influence to paint Alex in a positive light and clear all blemishes from his name.Still, Alex knew there was going to be public backlash unless he found a way to assure both the investors as well as the old clientele about his business plans.After taking over the reins of the Pietersen Group, the first thing Alex did was shut down all oil wells in North Camerina, and as promised, he handed the land back to the native Americans without any negotiations.This gesture of goodwill not only earned him the trust of the indigenous population but also improved the public image of the company, bringing high praise from v
242. Stormclouds
News of the car crash traveled quickly, and by the next morning, Henry’s tragic death was all over the news.The cops involved in the incident showed up with scars and bruises, their uniforms frayed and soiled beyond recognition. It added to the authenticity of their tale, leading everyone to believe it was just a terrible accident.A few reporters and state officials connected to Henry raised questions about road safety and police protocol, accusing the department of being careless and negligent, while some even went as far as to question the integrity of the cops.However, the officers involved had already set the police van on fire, burning Henry’s body with it to prevent an autopsy.Alex used his connections to hush things up, and the case was closed after a brief surface-level investigation.However, Josiah quickly caught on, and so did Jakob.As Alex returned to Liechtenstein to survey the construction of his upcoming health resort, Josiah Warrington greeted him with a new sense
241. Endgame
“He’s got a gun! Security!” Phillip yelled while the whole room broke into panic with shrieks and screams.As people scampered to safety, Josiah Warrington vaulted over the table and pounced on Henry, knocking the gun out of his hand and pinning him to the ground.“You son of a bitch!” He rasped, punching Henry in the face until he groaned in pain with blood dripping from his broken nose.Meanwhile, Jakob rushed over to check on Alex.“Alex! We need to call an ambulance!” he cried, trying to get Alex back on his feet.But Alex got up without any help and stood up straight, shocking him completely.“I am perfectly fine. No need to call anyone.”As the guards came in, Josiah finally released a bleeding Henry from his clutches. But as they hoisted him back on his feet, Henry spat out the blood from his mouth and hissed like a maniac.“That’s what you get for playing with fire! You burn yourself, Alex Verlaine!” he yelled at the top of his lungs. “Now keep playing your little games in you
240. Check Mate!
The next day, Henry Pietersen returned to Pietersen Corporations’ main office and convened an emergency meeting of the board of directors to discuss new investments and fix the problems plaguing their company.But as Henry walked into the conference room, he was greeted by a host of unfamiliar faces instead of the ones he had been working with for the last twenty years.Seated at the head of the oval table at the far end of the room was Phillip Dawson himself, dressed in an elegant two-piece suit paired with a white shirt and a pinstriped black tie.“Congratulations on your bail, Henry,” he greeted without getting up. “Welcome back.”Henry stepped inside and looked around in terrible confusion. “What’s going on here? Who are these people?”“There have been some changes. We have some new investors on board,” Phillip replied, gesturing to the chairs on his left, which were occupied by Rachel Dawson, Josiah Warrington, and Jakob Rashford.Henry remembered seeing Josiah defending Alex on
239. Above the Law
The whole town gathered to watch the spectacle of the mighty Henry Pietersen being handcuffed and escorted away by the cops like a common criminal.Alex had purposely instructed the Governor to issue orders to shut down the old refinery just so that he could compel Henry to return to his hometown and humiliate him in front of all the townsfolk.The family legacy that Henry had been so proud of was all but ruined.As the cops put Henry in the back of the police cruiser, he glared at Alex like a wounded predator and muttered, “I still have friends in high places. I’ll be back, Alex Verlaine. And when I return, I swear I’ll destroy you!”“I’ll be waiting for you right here. Until next time,” Alex replied with a look of condescension as the cruiser windows rolled up and the car sped away.Once the cops were gone, Phillip Dawson arrived in a cab, looking completely unassuming.“Right on time,” Alex greeted, glancing at his watch.“Henry is gone now. I don’t understand what you wanted me he
You may also like
The Heir's Revenge
Twine Twin78.8K viewsTRILLIONAIRE ON TOP
Sweet savage220.7K viewsRevenge Of The Rejected Son-in-law
Teddy153.2K viewsThe Return of Doctor Levin
Dane Lawrence140.5K viewsThe Resurgence Of The War King
Tyqun Nla36.1K viewsThe Impossible Heir
Hannah Uzzy 279 viewsBeneath the city lights
Amìnessa Vale117 viewsREVENGE OF THE MOURNER
Ardy-sensei1.0K views