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Chapter 200: The Brink of Decision
The cold metal of the gun felt like a death sentence pressed against Gregory's chest. His breath caught, the sound of his heartbeat thudding in his ears as the man’s dark eyes bore into him. Time seemed to freeze as the weight of the situation settled over them."Don't move," the man’s voice was low, filled with venom, but there was something more, an underlying satisfaction. He wasn’t just after Gregory or his mother. This was personal. The gun trembled ever so slightly in his hand, but it was steady enough to spell disaster if Gregory made the wrong move."You're too late," the man sneered, his lips curling into a cruel grin. "This game is over."Gregory’s mind raced. He had to think. The sound of the vehicles behind him was almost deafening now, the sound of footsteps on the other side of the stream echoing through the trees. His pulse quickened. He couldn’t let his mother see him back down. He couldn’t let this be the end, not like this.For a split second, he considered lunging a
Chapter 189: The Reckoning
The man before Gregory was indeed Edward Blackwood, but the sight of him sent a chill down his spine. His once sharp features had become worn and aged, but the glint in his eyes cold, calculating was unmistakable. It was a face Gregory had only seen in old photographs and in his father’s whispers.The man who had been thought dead for years was standing before him, alive, and more dangerous than ever. “You’ve come,”Blackwood said softly, his voice like a snake’s hiss. “I was wondering when you’d finally realize what’s been happening.”Gregory’s fists clenched. His father had spoken of Blackwood’s manipulative ways, but seeing the man in person after everything that had transpired was like facing a living nightmare.“You’re alive,”Gregory spat, his voice thick with disbelief. “All these years, you’ve been playing us, manipulating everyone around you.”Blackwood chuckled, the sound low and mocking. “You never understood, did you, Gregory? This wasn’t just about power. This was about s
Chapter 188: The Shadow of the Past
The name Edward Blackwood sent a shockwave through Gregory’s entire body. His father had often spoken of Blackwood in hushed tones, as though the mere mention of his name could summon a storm.He had never fully understood why his father had ended their partnership with Blackwood, but he had always assumed it was simply a matter of differing visions.Now, standing in the heart of the crisis, the truth was clearer than ever: this was not just a business rivalry. This was personal. “Blackwood?”Gregory repeated, his voice a mix of disbelief and confusion. “He’s been dead for years. You’re telling me he’s alive?”The armed man nodded, his eyes cold and impassive. “He faked his death. We were told to let you think he was gone. It’s all been a long con, Gregory. He’s been watching, waiting. And now, he’s ready to take everything back.”Jason, who had been silent up until this point, now spoke, his voice filled with concern. “I knew something was wrong. But I never imagined Blackwood would
Chapter 187: The True Enemy
The voice that echoed through the walls sent a chill down Gregory’s spine. It wasn’t just a warning; it was a declaration. Whoever was behind it had power, had control over this entire building, and they were watching him, waiting for him to make a mistake.“Who’s there?” Gregory demanded, his voice thick with urgency. He could feel his heart pounding in his chest. The uncertainty, the fear of what was happening, had finally sunk in.The lights flickered again, casting long shadows across the room, heightening the sense of danger. Gregory looked at Jason, who was now visibly sweating, his face pale. He had never seen his childhood friend so rattled.“We need to go,” Jason whispered, his eyes darting around. They’re not playing games. They’ve been watching us.”Cartwright and Olivia, standing off to the side, didn’t move. Cartwright’s cold eyes flicked to Gregory, a small, almost mocking smile playing on his lips.“I told you,” Cartwright said quietly, almost conversationally. You were
Chapter 186: A Shocking Revelation
The door crashed open with a violent bang, and all eyes turned to the newcomer. Standing in the doorway, breathless and disheveled, was none other than Jason, Gregory’s childhood friend, someone he hadn’t seen in years. The sight of him now, standing there in the middle of this explosive moment, was almost surreal.“What the hell are you doing here?” Gregory asked, his voice a mix of surprise and confusion. He had no idea what Jason was even doing at the company building. And given the situation, his presence couldn’t have come at a worse time.Jason glanced between Gregory, Olivia, and Cartwright, his eyes darting with urgency. “I need to talk to you,”he said quickly, his voice sharp. “This can’t wait.”Gregory opened his mouth to protest, but Jason held up a hand, cutting him off. “It’s about your father,” he added, his voice low, almost whispering, as if afraid someone might overhear.Gregory’s blood ran cold. “What about my father?” he asked, his tone suddenly all business. The m
Chapter 185: The Hidden Hand
Gregory’s heart skipped a beat. The voice that had interrupted the confrontation didn’t belong to anyone he had expected to be in the room. He turned swiftly, his eyes narrowing as they settled on the figure in the doorway.Standing there, arms crossed, was a man he had only seen in fleeting moments before, a man who had always stayed in the shadows, always elusive. But now, there he was, making his presence felt with undeniable authority.It was none other than Robert Cartwright, the very man Gregory had been at war with for months. His icy blue eyes locked with Gregory’s, filled with an unsettling mixture of amusement and cold calculation.Gregory’s mouth went dry. Olivia, too, seemed caught off guard, though she quickly masked it with a slight nod.“Well, well,” Cartwright said, stepping into the room with an easy swagger. “This is turning out to be quite the family reunion, isn’t it?” He cast a glance at Olivia, who only nodded again, seemingly calm in his presence.“You’ve been w
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