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The Almighty Dominance Chapter 209
Jessica slammed her hand down on the polished oak table, her voice echoing through the wide foyer.“Enough of this!” She glared at Alex, her eyes wild with desperation.“Hand over the antidote, Alex! We’ll count this as our loss, but I won’t let Charles die. Not like this.”Alex paused only for a split second, hatred etched into every rigid line of his jaw.Then he turned away without a word and strode out the grand entrance, his boots pounding hard against the marble floor.The echo lingered, mocking Jessica’s plea.Jessica’s heart sank. She could see it clearly: Alex had no intention of saving Charles.Charles clutched his side, trembling as unbearable pain crawled through his veins.Sweat poured down his temples, his face a mask of pure agony.“I’m sorry!” he shouted, his voice shaking as he fought to stay upright. “Please… just give me the antidote. I swear I won’t ever cross your path again!”His pride—once unshakeable—had shattered under the threat of death.It took everything i
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Jasmine swept out of the mansion’s towering entrance, heart pounding as she spotted Alex waiting by the ornate gates.Without a word, she wrapped her arms around him, pressing her face against his chest.“Just... let me stay like this,” she whispered shakily. “I need it more than I can say.”Alex held her close, voice gentle. “You’re doing better than you think.”Tears pricked at Jasmine’s eyes.“Why, Alex? Why is this happening to us? Why can’t we just laugh like we used to, back when everything was simple? Why does it have to be this vicious fight?”He sighed, resting his chin against her hair. “You know the answer—you have to protect yourself.”Her words trembled with bitterness. “I hate what I’ve turned into, but there’s no other way.”Hours later, the two found themselves by the rolling surf at the beach.Moonlight glittered on dark waves.Alex breathed in the salty air, trying to calm Jasmine’s anxious spirit.Then both their smartwatches buzzed.“A message from Charles,” Alex m
The Almighty Dominance Chapter 211
One hour ago, the Lancasters had pulled up to the curb so fast it felt like they’d practically skidded to a stop.The sign above the storefront read “King of Herbal,” its chipped paint glinting in the morning sun.Sophia, Jack, Florence, and Florence’s youngest sister, Clara, climbed out of the car A warm breeze carried the scent of dried leaves and faint spices from the shop’s open door.Florence glanced at Clara, perplexed. “You said you wanted to buy a present. Why’d you bring us to this herbal place?”Clara, dressed in a sleek blouse and heels far too tall for an errand run, leaned in conspiratorially.“It’s not just any herb shop, big sis,” she whispered. “They’ve got something incredibly rare here—Verdantheart Root.”Florence’s brow furrowed. “Verdantheart Root? And that’s… good for what, exactly?”Clara’s eyes lit up. “I work for Jericho Kane, remember? He’s got a pharmaceutical empire, and this Verdantheart Root is the missing piece they’ve been hunting for years. If I snag i
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Clara squared her shoulders, staring down the skiny shopkeeper with unwavering confidence.“What’s with that look?” Clara demanded. “Think I can’t afford whatever it is I want? Just name your price.”The shopkeeper raised his hand, spreading five skinny fingers. “If you truly want it, I won’t stop you. But it’ll cost fifty grand.”“Fifty grand?” Florance eyebrows shot up. “Half a million dollars? You must be crazy. What do you think this stuff is—gold?”Florence’s mind spinning at the amount. She had guessed it would be high, but hearing the price out loud made her stomach drop.“The price is fair at half a million,” the shopkeeper said firmly. “Trust me, this is the best deal you’ll get. Quality comes at a cost.”Florence tried a gentler approach. “Is there any way to lower it a little? That’s…steep.”But her plea only seemed to irritate him. “You must be new here. Our store’s called The King of Herbal for a reason. We don’t do haggling. If you want to bargain, go haggle with the Gri
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Clara stood there, frozen like a deer in headlights, absolutely blindsided by Jack’s lightning-fast move.Before she could even blink, he’d snatched the wooden box right out of her grip and shoved it into Kelly’s hands.“You slimy piece of trash!” Clara exploded, ripping the box back with a furious yank.“Steal my shot at a promotion, will you? Sister Florence, would you control your idiot son before I wrap this box around his neck?”Florence glowered at Jack, pinching his ear so hard he yelped. “You little thief, when did you decide it was okay to rob your own aunt?”Jack rolled his eyes, whining like a spoiled brat. “Mom, I was trying to turn a profit for us. Why blow money on something that won’t ever pay us back?”“Who said I won’t pay it back?” Clara snapped, holding the Verdantheart Root’s box to her chest like it was her baby. “I’ll double the money and throw it in your face if I feel like it!”Alex finally cleared his throat, attempting some sort of ceasefire.“Miss, what exac
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Kelly threw back her head, laughing so hard it practically echoed in the room. “Five million for a piece of rotten root? That’s the best joke I’ve heard all year,” she sneered, her eyes flashing with glee.She had zero sympathy for Clara—she’d been waiting for the perfect moment to see her crash and burn.Clara’s glare could’ve sliced through steel. “Shut your mouth. Before I shut it for you.”“Ooh, scary,” Kelly drawled, raising a brow.“Try it, sweetheart. See if you can get within two steps of me without breaking a bone. Yours, obviously.”Clara’s cheeks turned a furious red, and she looked ready to fling the withered root at Kelly’s face.Florence, sensing things could only get uglier, jumped in.She flashed a desperate smile at Kelly, like a drowning woman begging for a hand. “Miss Kelly Kington, we’re from the Lancaster group—your partner in a few deals, remember?”“Didn’t you say you wanted the Verdantheart Root? We’ll sell it to you for just ten million. A bargain, right?”Flo
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Kelly let out a delighted whoop, practically bouncing on her heels.“Alex, you lucky bastard! You took a gamble on half a million bucks, and it’s paying out like a goddamn gold mine. I can’t believe these are actual Verdantheart seeds!”Even Kelly, who’d seen her fair share of wild riches, couldn’t hide her awe.“I’ve never even laid eyes on something rumored to be worth hundreds of millions. But thanks to these fools letting it go, here we are.”She shot an incredulous glance at Clara and Florence—her tone cold enough to freeze blood.“Seriously, though, you two deserve a medal for Most Oblivious Sellers of the Year. I almost feel bad you let it slip away so cheap…almost.”Her words landed like a series of sharp jabs, making Clara and Florence look even more devastated.They had basically thrown away a treasure that could’ve netted them a fortune beyond their wildest dreams.From the sidelines, the crowd buzzed with fascination, envy, and raw disbelief.“Did I hear that right? Seeds
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The night had been anything but kind to Jasmine.By dawn, her eyes were shadowed with fatigue, and every page she turned in her endless stack of documents felt heavier than the last.She hadn’t slept a wink. Just as she considered closing her eyes for a second, a firm rap on the door snapped her back to reality.“Miss,” the butler called from the hall, his tone measured but urgent. “Master Charles insists on meeting with you.”Without looking up from the paperwork, Jasmine sighed. “Insists, does he? Well, he can stay outside until he collapses, for all I care.”The butler cleared his throat gently. “He’s here on official business, Miss—claims he’s representing some of the stockholders. He also said he won’t leave until you agree to see him.”Jasmine’s lips curled in a wry smile. “Typical Charles. Gets a shred of power and thinks he can barge anywhere.”She finally set her documents aside. “Fine. Let him in. If he causes trouble, I’m sure you’ll handle it.”The butler inclined his head
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“Wait!” Charles barked sharply, freezing everyone in their tracks.He leaned forward, his voice dripping with intrigue.“I have intel from my informants. Apparently, Alex is hiding something extremely rare—the essential ingredient of the Emerald Elixir.:“If you can pry that secret from his greedy hands, Clara walks free, and you'll be rewarded with ten million dollars!”Florence’s eyes widened with greedy anticipation, glittering like diamonds catching the light.“Ten million dollars? Are you absolutely certain?”Charles flashed a wicked grin, eyes locked on hers. “I never make idle promises.”Florence’s lips curled into a ruthless smile, the gears in her mind spinning furiously.“That’s hardly an obstacle. A mere ingredient from that pathetic fool? I’ll wrench it from him myself. He wouldn’t dare defy me!”Charles leaned back leisurely, satisfied. “Then I eagerly await your triumphant return, Mrs. Lancaster.”Florence whipped around, commanding authority dripping from every syllable
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“Whatever helps you sleep at night!” Alex snarled, his hand slicing through the air with impatient finality.Instantly, Discipline officers lunged forward, gripping George fiercely by the arms, yanking him from the room.“You’re going to regret this, Alex! My family controls the Union—you'll pay dearly for this!”George screamed, his voice cracking with furious desperation as they dragged him mercilessly across the threshold.Hans staggered forward, panic turning his face pale and sweaty.“Mr. Alex, please!” he begged, collapsing onto his knees in a pathetic heap.“I was wrong, terribly wrong! Give me another chance! I swear I'll never cross the line again!”“I got lost in a moment of greed!” Hans sobbed, clutching desperately at Alex’s feet, his pride dissolved into tears.“Think of my years of loyalty, sir! Can’t you forgive just this once? I promise—it'll never happen again!”Hans trembled violently, his hope evaporating like mist in sunlight as he watched even Mr. Smith, his stron
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“Mr. Smith, looks like you’re hell-bent on covering up for your little lapdog, huh?” Alex’s eyes sharpened into slits, simmering with quiet menace.Suddenly, everything clicked into place.It became crystal clear why Hans had strutted around so arrogantly—he had a boss even more corrupt and vile pulling his strings.Just when Alex believed he’d witnessed Hans at his absolute worst, George proved there was a far darker abyss lurking beneath.Rotting trees always collapse from within, and Kingston Pharmaceuticals was clearly infested with poisonous maggots like George and Hans.If these vermin were allowed to thrive unchecked, it would spell doom—not just for quality control, but for every honest worker within the company.They sold medicine that wasn’t even approved for sale—just to stuff their own pockets.They didn’t care if it ruined the reputation of Emerald Elixir.All the millions poured into advertising, all the effort to build something exceptional—shattered by the greed of the
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Alex watched the entire fiasco unfold, a weary sigh escaping him like a man resigned to cleaning up another mess.He had no appetite for trouble, yet fate had other ideas.Still, Clara was Sophia's aunt, and family ties had a way of complicating even the simplest matters.Reluctantly, Alex moved toward Clara, his footsteps heavy with irritation as Hans slithered away unnoticed.Leaning closer, Alex warned quietly, "A little advice—don't gamble with this one. Things aren’t always as bright as they seem."Clara spun around sharply, eyes blazing with contempt as she assessed him from head to toe."Who the hell do you think you are, sticking your nose into everyone's affairs? Jealous, huh? It must burn to see someone actually succeeding while you rot in obscurity.”“You've already destroyed Charles’s future and turned him against his own sister. And now you want to sabotage me, too? Keep dreaming, loser!"Alex's eyes flickered with restrained annoyance, a cold smile ghosting his lips."Fi
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Ten minutes later, Charles emerged, a chillingly composed smile etched onto his handsome face, his attire immaculate once more, betraying no hint of the destructive storm he’d just unleashed.But beneath his polished exterior, Charles burned with an insatiable hunger for revenge.He had to triumph this time—especially considering the astronomical losses he’d inflicted upon his mother due to the failed SkinDews venture, which had bled nearly half a billion from their coffers.Charles knew he had to act fast; his financial lifeblood was slipping away.Pulling out his sleek phone, Charles quickly dialed one of the managers from Kingston.His voice was coldly decisive, leaving no room for hesitation: “That offer you gave me—I’ll accept. Meet me immediately in the meeting hall.”The voice on the other end responded hastily, anxiety apparent. “Right away, sir. I’m coming to you.”A few moments later, a lean, cunning-faced man with narrow eyes approached Charles, bowing obsequiously.It was
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“Well, well, well—if it isn’t Alex! Tell me, are you seriously hoping to snag a distributor deal with Kingston?”Clara sneered venomously, her cold eyes darting downward at Alex as if he were nothing more than dirt under her designer shoes.Alex casually shifted his gaze toward Charles, his voice edged with mockery.“What’s wrong, Charles? Didn’t you tell your friend here exactly who I am?”Clara turned toward Charles, curiosity mingling with disdain in her narrowed eyes.“Charles, what exactly is this grand position he claims?”“Alex?” Charles erupted into contemptuous laughter, the cruel amusement echoing harshly through the room.“Please! He’s nothing but a worthless piece of garbage! He wormed his pathetic way into Jasmine’s bed, becoming her personal boy toy through deception.”“My little sister was naive enough to hand him the title of Chief Physician at Hilton Pharmacy—nothing more than charity for a parasite.”“I believe he begged Jasmine for the position, just to make himself
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“Absolutely not—you don't get to touch my boyfriend!”A fierce voice shattered the tense silence, erupting seemingly out of nowhere, jolting both Sophia and Alex as though lightning had struck."Jasmine?" Alex gasped in disbelief, his eyes widening at the unexpected apparition before him.Without hesitation, Jasmine seized Alex's arm possessively, her emerald eyes blazing dangerously toward Sophia, gleaming with venomous defiance."He's my boyfriend, and you absolutely do not have permission to kiss him. If you insist on waiting for my blessing, prepare yourself—it might come, say, in about a hundred years."Sophia was utterly stunned, paralyzed by Jasmine's sudden and fiery entrance."How on earth are you even here?" Alex questioned, clearly shaken by her sudden arrival.With a pout brimming with indignation and tenderness, Jasmine gently struck his chest—not in anger, but in affectionate reproach."You idiot, I was worried sick about you! I heard Owen was causing trouble and rushed
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Alex recalled vividly that Owen's guards were all lying cold and lifeless in pools of their own blood.“Josephine,” he said, his voice laced with a dark intensity, “when one chooses to walk the shadowed path for too long, they inevitably become the very demons they once feared. Even if he had a shred of decency left, when judgment rains down, he’ll drown in it.”“What are you trying to say?” Josephine’s voice quivered, eyes wide with confusion.“The police already got to them. And given that your so-called kind-hearted bodyguard was standing right alongside Owen, he won't escape the storm that’s coming. The law won’t be merciful.”Josephine’s shoulders sank as she released a weary sigh.“He was supposed to walk away sooner...”Alex softened his tone, compassion mingling with his determination.“Listen, since he tried to help you at the last moment, perhaps we should find his family later and offer them some support. What do you think?”A faint, grateful smile lit Josephine’s face, her
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“Get your pathetic face out of my sight, Scarlett! Every time I lay eyes on you, my blood boils a little hotter, and if you linger any longer.”“Believe me, I might just lose control and kill you right here,” Jericho snarled venomously, his hand sweeping through the air like he was dismissing an annoying insect.“Yes, sir…” Scarlett's voice trembled, her pride crushed beneath his harsh words.She bowed deeply, her face etched with pain and shadowed by shame.Turning swiftly, she hurried away, shoulders hunched with humiliation.Inside her chest, dread coiled tightly, eclipsing even her former rage.Scarlett knew better than to entertain any reckless thoughts this time. If Owen Whitman, powerful and untouchable, had met such a brutal end, what chance did someone like her stand?And with Jericho clearly aligned with Alex now, she knew her family could easily be next on the chopping block.Everyone in town knew Jericho Kane was a lunatic, and lately, he'd grown even more unhinged since l
