“I’m dying from terminal cancer. That’s why I gather all of you here tonight.”
Benjamin Greyhouse, the eldest child, felt a heavy weight settle in the pit of his stomach as the reality of his father’s prognosis sank in. He was a natural leader and protector, he immediately assumed the role of caretaker.“Don’t worry about anything, father. I will do my best to assure you have all the medical assistance you may ever need. My company will come up with better medical technologies in no time, so please, don’t lose hope just yet.”Behind his stoic façade, however, Benjamin struggled to keep his face from grinning. He couldn’t wait for that day to come. As the first son, he was meant to have all of his father’s inheritances. This meeting was unneeded, aside for the purpose of announcing his succession.The future was looking bright. His sole company, Digital Grey, would truly rule the world these days forward. He would merge Fades Industries and his
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The Billionaire Heir's Replacement 100. How It Start
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The Billionaire Heir's Replacement 102. Squabbles Over
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