2026-04-30 12:00:14While Logan was still in his thoughts, the elevator that led straight to the CEO’s floor dinged loudly, drawing their attention. The woman that stepped out was the CEO’s secretary, she was sharp-looking as she took measured strides towards them.
Leslie quickly adjusted her clothes and turned sharply to Stacy. "Keep it down, will you? Can't you see that someone from the CEO's floor is here? Behave yourself." She scolded as she tried her best to look as calm as possible.
"Oh my God! That's true…” Stacy composed herself quickly, “They must have reconsidered your business proposal and sent her to inform us, mom." She turned to Adriana, "Your father's connection must have worked after all.
Adriana huffed quietly, "I told you my father's influence will come through. " She said with a proud smirk.
While they didn't know that the CEO they fawned over was the Mitchell family butler, Alfred Macdonald, they also didn't know that the actual CEO and the rightful heir to the property they stood in… was right in front of them.
Albert was merely a trusted individual that was personally chosen by the Mitchell family to handle the public affairs of Astral Corp while they took care of things from the shadows. Only 1% of the world's population knew of their existence.
Leslie held out her hand, hoping for a handshake, but the lady brushed past her and stood in front of Logan with a smile. Leslie was beyond embarrassed.
"Hello, Mr Logan. I'm so sorry to keep you waiting.” She said with a calm smile. "The CEO has been expecting you since you told him you were coming. He even cleared out his schedule for the day so he'd be available for you whenever you arrive."
"Hello there, secretary Kim." Logan returned the smile. "Did he really clear out the schedule for the day? He shouldn't have done that, I don't plan on staying long.”
At this point, Leslie, Stacy, and Adriana were too stunned to speak. This was a scenario they never thought in a million years would play out in front of them.
"Mum, what the hell is going on?" Stacy whispered to her mother, "Is this really happening right now? Did the secretary just address that good-for-nothing with respect?"
Leslie only nodded in disbelief, trying to wrap her head around what she was witnessing at the moment, “Just how much does that fool think he matters?”
Adriana just stared, unable to say a word.
Meanwhile, Logan and Kim chatted away, ignoring the presence of the three women.
Kim then led Logan away towards the VIPs only elevator that led straight to the CEO's floor.
Stacy was the first to leave after they left, “No freaking way.” She said loudly, “That idiot did not just get special treatment while we're here.”
“This must be a mistake. We're gonna wait for his to come back and then ask him because there's no way this is happening.” Leslie whispered.
Kim led Logan through highest floor to the CEO's office. She made a low knock before going in with Logan.
Sorry for taking so long in bringing him here, sir. There was a slight disturbance at the lobby earlier." She told the old man sitting behind the large mahogany desk.
Alfred nodded as he stood up, adjusting his suit. "It's alright, thank you Kim. You may leave now."
Kim nodded and looked over at Logan. "Welcome back, Young Master Mitchell. You have been greatly missed.” She said with a genuine smile and left.
The minute the door closed after Kim, Alfred moved towards Logan and pulled him into a tight hug. “She couldn't be more right, Young Master, you truly were greatly missed.”
Logan returned the hug. “I would be lying if I said I didn't miss you all, Alfred. But I have more serious matters to attend, and it can't wait till tomorrow. What is it that you want me to do?”
"Oh, yes." Alfred stood up and went to retrieve a file from his desk. "I want you to sign this, and once you do, the $600,000 would be yours."
Logan frowned, just like that? He knew something was up when he saw the file he was asked to sign. He flipped through the document. Then his brows knotted, "Butler Alfred, why must I sign a document for inheritance before you help me?"
"Young Master, it is your duty and right to take over the empire's affairs, sir.” The butler said immediately for fear of being cut off by Logan, "I know you left the family because of what happened to your sister and you blame your father for it but I assure you, he isn't at fault, he is not the culprit. For how long do you plan on punishing him?"
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Chapter 265: The Warehouse Laptop
Logan spent the next few hours preparing for the warehouse visit. Scott's team secured the perimeter well before Logan arrived. Logan drove to the location at the stated time. He parked a block away and walked the rest of the distance. His hand was close to his weapon, but he didn't draw it.The warehouse was dark and cold and empty. The only light came from a single laptop sitting on a crate in the middle of the floor. The screen was glowing, a video was already playing.Logan approached slowly. He kept his eyes moving. He scanned the rafters, the corners and the shadows. He stopped in front of the laptop. The video showed a distorted figure. The face was blurred and the voice was altered. It was impossible to tell the gender.The distorted voice spoke. It was flat and mechanical."Gordon Pilgrim was useful but expendable. He served his purpose, now he is nothing."Logan watched the screen. His expression didn't change."We know who you really are, Logan. We know your true bloodlin
Chapter 264: The Restaurant Meeting
Logan arrived at the restaurant fifteen minutes early. The maître d' led him to a private room in the back with a long table and soft lighting. The seven engineers were already waiting for himThey stood up when he walked in, he shook each hand and introduced himself. They looked nervous but also excited and that was a good combination.They sat down, the waiters brought out appetizers and wine but the engineers barely touched anything because they had questionsOne of them spoke first, his name was Dr. Chen and he was the lead on the project. He leaned forward with his hands on the table."We appreciate the opportunity Logan, but we have concerns about direction and independence."Logan nodded and set down his glass "Tell me everything."Another engineer spoke up, her name was Maria and her voice was sharp but not rude "We need to know who we're reporting to and what happens if our work conflicts with your other interests."Logan looked at each of them one by one and he could see the
Chapter 263: The Crumbling Foundation
Luke arrived at the study with a folder under his arm. His face was serious, Logan knew it was important before Luke even spoke."Logan. I have something you need to see."Logan motioned for him to sit. "Show me."Luke opened the folder and spread papers across the desk. Shipping manifests, port records and termination notices. He pointed at each one as he talked."The Bright smuggling network is finished. They lost their last major port contact yesterday. The guy walked away, there was no warning."Logan picked up one of the papers and scanned it. "That means the remaining goods are being seized."Luke nodded. "Customs is holding shipments at three different ports. Suppliers are demanding payment for goods that aren't moving. The whole operation is crumbling from the inside."Logan set the paper down. "Jackson Bright?""He's in emergency meetings with his remaining allies, trying to salvage something. But from what I'm hearing, there's not much left to salvage.""What about Max?"Luk
Chapter 262: Cleaning the Board
Logan was reviewing the Micro-Dash outlines when Scott called. Scott's voice was urgent."Logan. One of the PI firms dropped out."Logan set down his pen. "Which one?""The local firm. The one Gordon hired first, they just withdrew. Cited conflict of interest."Logan leaned back in his chair. "That doesn't happen unless someone made them.""That's what I thought. So I traced it, soomeone made an anonymous payment. It was much larger than Gordon's budget. Enough to make the firm walk away."Logan was quiet for a moment. "Who?""I can't trace the payment. It came through multiple shell accounts. But someone spent a lot of money to cut Gordon's resources."Logan's expression hardened. "The real player. They're cleaning the board, cutting Gordon's tools and making him weaker."Scott paused. "That doesn't make sense. If the real player is pulling Gordon's strings, why weaken him?""Because Gordon is becoming a liability. He's too emotional and too reckless. The real player wants control, G
Chapter 261: The Import-Channel Proposal
Logan arrived at the private conference room at nine forty-five. Roman was already there. He stood by the window with a folder in his hand."Logan. Morning.""Morning." Logan sat down at the table. "Where's Dominique?""On her way. Traffic."Logan nodded. He looked around the room. It was neutral, white walls and a long table. Dominique Kay walked in a few minutes later. She was dressed in a sharp suit. Her hair was pulled back, she carried a leather portfolio."Logan. Good to see you.""You too, Dominique."She sat down across from him. Roman took the seat at the head of the table. He opened his folder and spread out papers."The consortium proposal. Formal presentation. I want you both to see everything before we move forward."Logan leaned back. "Go ahead."Roman laid out the details. Shared oversight of the import channels. Revenue splits that favored stability over growth. A city-council veto power that gave the government final say on major decisions.Logan listened. He didn't
Chapter 260: The Long Shadow
Logan waited until the house was quiet. Ava was asleep, Mia was asleep, the halls were dark and still.He walked to his study and closed the door behind him. He sat down at his desk and pulled out his phone. His hands were steady but his mind was not. Victor, the name kept circling in his head.He called Alfred.Alfred answered after two rings. "Logan. It's late.""I know. I need information.""What kind?""Victor Mitchell. I need his whereabouts, no matter how fragmentary."Alfred was quiet for a moment. Then he spoke. "That name. I haven't heard it in years.""Neither have I. But someone just sent me a message. Victor is still waiting. That means he's out there. That means he's connected to this."Alfred's voice was careful. "The trail on Victor Mitchell went cold a long time ago. He disappeared, went underground. No one has seen him in years.""Then find him. I don't care how long it takes. I don't care what it costs. Dig through old capital-city channels. Reach out to contacts you
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