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Chapter 10:The delusion
The security guards hauled the Morrison family through the grand ballroom like sacks of garbage, their designer clothes rumpled, their dignity shattered. Guests parted before them, faces carefully neutral, though whispers followed in their wake like vultures circling carrion.Richard twisted in the guard's grip, his face purple with rage and disbelief. "Marcus! Marcus, wait! There's been a mistake! We came here to sign the contract! The partnership with the Kidman family!"Marcus stood frozen near the entrance to the VIP lounge, his back rigid, his hands still trembling."If you throw us out," Richard shouted desperately, "who's going to sign the deal? The agreement was supposed to be finalized tonight! The Kidman family is expecting—"Marcus turned slowly, his expression a mixture of contempt and genuine pity. "You still don't understand, do you?""Understand what?" Derek struggled against the guards holding him, his makeup-smeared face twisted with confusion. "We're your partners! W
Chapter 9: The collaspe
Chapter 9: The CollapseThe silence stretched like a taut wire ready to snap. Every face in the ballroom wore the same expression—shock, confusion, and dawning horror.Richard's hand remained pressed against his burning cheek, his eyes wide with disbelief. "Mr. Sterling... why did you hit me?"Marcus didn't even glance at him. His entire focus remained fixed on Rebecca, his bow deepening further. "Please, I sincerely apologize for the disrespect shown here tonight. I had no idea you were attending. If I had known—""Known what?" Derek's voice cracked with confusion. "Mr. Sterling, what's happening? Why are you apologizing to this—""Shut up!" Marcus's voice cracked like a whip, silencing Derek instantly.Richard tried again, his voice trembling with barely controlled panic. "Marcus, please, I don't understand. What's going on? Why are you—""I said shut your mouth!" Marcus's face had gone from pale to flushed with barely contained terror. Sweat beaded on his forehead despite the cool
Chapter 8: The bow
Ethan's chuckle echoed through the ballroom—low, dismissive, utterly unrepentant.The crowd gasped collectively, their faces contorting with shock and gleeful anticipation. This nobody, this street rat, had just laughed in Marcus Sterling's face."Did he just—""He's signing his own death warrant!""Mr. Sterling will destroy him!"Richard practically lunged forward, his face a mask of horrified fury. "Mr. Sterling, please, I sincerely apologize for this creature's disrespect! He's—he's mentally unstable! Completely deranged!""Marcus, darling," Vanessa purred, stepping forward with exaggerated concern, "you mustn't let this filth upset you. He's not worth the air he breathes."Derek clutched his bleeding face, his voice shaking with righteous indignation. "Mr. Sterling, I beg you—let me handle this trash. I'll drag him out myself and—""Silence." Marcus's single word cut through the noise like a blade.Everyone froze.Marcus Sterling stood perfectly still, his sharp eyes locked on Eth
Chapter 7:The mad dogs
Derek's fist swung through the air, aimed directly at Ethan's face. The crowd gasped, some stepping back, others leaning forward with morbid anticipation.Ethan sidestepped effortlessly. His own fist connected with Derek's jaw—a sharp, precise blow that sent his half-brother sprawling across the polished marble floor."You—" Derek clutched his face, fresh blood seeping through the makeup. "You hit me again! In front of everyone!""Don't be ridiculous," Vanessa shrieked, rushing to Derek's side. "Security! Where the hell is security?"Heavy footsteps thundered through the ballroom. Six security guards burst through the doors, their faces grim and professional—until they saw Ethan.The lead guard froze, his hand halfway to his radio. Recognition flashed across his features, followed immediately by fear. "You.""Problem?" Ethan's voice was casual."I—no, sir." The guard's adam's apple bobbed. "No problem at all.""What?" Richard's face turned purple. "What do you mean 'no problem'? This
Chapter 6:
The crystal chandeliers of the Morrison estate's grand ballroom cast a golden glow over the assembled elite. Derek Morrison stood at the center of a cluster of admirers, his face heavily caked with makeup to conceal the bruising beneath. "The Kidman family contract," Derek announced, swirling his champagne with exaggerated flourish, "will be signed within the week. They practically begged us to partner with them." "Remarkable, Mr. Morrison!" A portly businessman gushed. "Your business acumen is truly unmatched." Vanessa clung to Derek's arm, her red dress shimmering under the lights. "Of course they chose us. The Morrison name represents excellence in this city." Richard Morrison nodded approvingly at his son, raising his glass. "This partnership will elevate Morrison Holdings to unprecedented heights. The Kidmans recognize quality when they see it." "Your family's success is truly inspiring," a woman in pearls simpered. Derek's chest puffed with pride. "It's all about knowing y
Chapter 5:The return
Derek burst through the study doors, blood still streaming from his broken nose, his shirt stained crimson."He attacked me! That animal attacked me!" He pointed at his face wildly. "Look what he did!"Richard Morrison looked up from his desk, irritation flashing across his features. "What happened?""Ethan came back! He punched me! Broke my nose!" Derek's voice rose to a near-shriek. "I want him arrested! I want him destroyed!"Vanessa stood from the leather couch, examining Derek with clinical detachment. "You're making a mess on the carpet.""Did you hear me? He assaulted me!""Why did he come back?" Richard's eyes narrowed."For some junk from his room. I was just having the servants clear out his garbage, and he went crazy!" Derek pulled out his phone, fingers shaking as he dialed. "Pick up, you worthless piece of—"The call went straight to voicemail."He blocked me." Derek's face contorted with rage. He dialed again. And again. "He blocked my number!"Vanessa tried next. Her ic
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