2026-04-07 02:24:03"Jason, leave," Chloe said. Her voice was shaking, but it wasn't with fear. It was with anger. "You brought a fake investigator with fake papers into my home to insult my husband. You’re the one who looks like a criminal right now."
"I'm trying to save you!" Jason yelled. "Can't you see? He’s brainwashed you! A guy like him doesn't just happen. He’s a plant! He’s working for someone who wants to destroy the Miller family!" "If anyone is destroying the family, it’s you," Alex said, stepping into Jason’s personal space. Jason flinched and took a step back. "You’re so blinded by your own ego that you can't see what’s right in front of you. You think I'm a loser because I don't wear a five-thousand-dollar suit? That’s your mistake. And it’s going to be a very expensive one." "Are you threatening me?" Jason hissed. "I'll have you arrested for trespassing!" "This is my wife’s house, which makes it my house," Alex said. "You're the one trespassing. Silas!" Suddenly, Silas appeared from the shadows of the hallway. No one had even heard him come in. Jason jumped about a foot in the air. "Yes, Young—I mean, Mr. Reed?" Silas said, catching himself just in time. "Show these gentlemen the door," Alex said. "And make sure they don't come back without a police warrant. If they try, call the firm’s legal team. I want a restraining order on Jason Miller by tomorrow morning." "Wait, what legal team?" Jason asked, looking confused. "You don't have a legal team! You don't have anything!" Silas grabbed Jason by the arm. His grip was like iron. "This way, Mr. Miller. Please don't make me use force. It’s been a very long day, and I'd hate to ruin my suit." "Get your hands off me!" Jason yelled, but Silas moved him toward the door like he was a child. The investigator followed quickly, looking like he wanted to vanish. The door slammed shut, and the foyer went silent. Chloe leaned against the wall and let out a long breath. She looked at Alex, her eyes wide with a million questions. "A restraining order?" she asked. "Legal teams? Alex, how do you know how to do all that? And where did that guy Silas come from? He’s not a regular butler. I've seen secret service agents who aren't that fast." "I've got a lot of friends, Chloe," Alex said, walking back toward her. "I told you, I've spent a long time being invisible. You meet a lot of people when no one is looking at you." "I don't know what to believe," Chloe whispered. "Jason is an idiot, but he’s right about one thing. You aren't who you say you are. You’re not just a guy from a warehouse." "I'm exactly who I say I am," Alex said. "I'm the man who’s going to make sure you never have to deal with Jason’s crap again. Isn't that enough for now?" Chloe looked at him for a long time. She looked at his simple t-shirt, his cheap sneakers, and then at the calm, powerful look in his eyes. She reached out and touched his arm. "I'm scared, Alex. I'm scared that when I finally find out the truth, I won't know who you are at all." "You'll know," Alex said, covering her hand with his. "I'm still the guy who makes a mean grilled cheese. That’s the only part that matters." Chloe leaned her head against his shoulder. "I hope so. I really hope so." Alex held her for a moment, feeling her heart beating against his chest. He felt a surge of protectiveness he’d never felt for Sarah. He looked at the closed door and narrowed his eyes. Jason had crossed a line tonight. It wasn't enough to just take his company. Alex wanted to watch him crawl. *Ding!* [Mission Triggered: Total Humiliation. Bankrupt Jason Miller’s private investment fund within 48 hours. Reward: Advanced Hacking Skills and 10% increase in Chloe’s affection.] Alex smiled into the dark. "Forty-eight hours? I think I can do it in twenty-four."
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Richard Miller’s office was completely quiet. On the wall, the TV screen kept showing Lord Edward’s public apology over and over. Every worker in the building had already seen it. No one dared to speak. Standing by the window, Richard’s face was pale. His grip tightened around his glass until a small crack spread across the glass. "Impossible..." he whispered. A nervous knock broke the silence. "Mr. Miller?" His secretary stepped inside. Her face was full of worry. "There are... people downstairs asking about Lord Edward. The board members want a meeting right now." Richard closed his eyes, forcing his voice to stay calm. "Tell them I have nothing to say. Tell them I am busy." "Yes, sir." She hurried out, shutting the door behind her. As the office fell quiet again, Richard sat down heavily in his chair. His greatest partner, a giant in the shipping world, had been destroyed in just two days. Someone had done this—someone far stronger than Lord Edward. Richard’s eyes narrowed as
Chapter 95
Alex looked at Chloe’s confused face. He kept his voice steady and calm. "I told you before, Chloe. He realized that trying to rob you was a very dangerous choice. Ascendant Holdings saw what he was doing and decided to protect their interests in your company. I’m just glad he did the right thing." Chloe wanted to ask more questions. She opened her mouth, but her phone began to ring loudly. It was her assistant from the home office, screaming with excitement. The stock market was exploding because of the news. She had to step away to answer the call. As soon as Chloe turned her back, Alex felt a strange, warm sensation fill his chest. The air around him seemed to hum with energy. [Ding!] The familiar, crisp electronic sound echoed clearly inside his brain. [System Notification: Mission Completed! You have stopped Lord Edward’s threat. Miller Tech’s energy patent is safe.] [Calculating Rewards...] [Reward: 100% Ownership of the Global Shipping Fleet. All 400 giant cargo ships are
Chapter 94
The big hall in London was packed with reporters. Cameras were flashing everywhere, making the stage look bright white. Dozens of microphones from TV stations around the world were piled on the long wooden desk. Lord Edward walked onto the stage slowly. He did not use his silver cane today, but his legs were shaking. His face looked pale and tired under the hot studio lights. Chloe sat in the front row. She was squeezing her hands together in her lap. Silas had called her early that morning and told her she had to come to this event. Alex sat right next to her. He looked totally relaxed, like a tourist watching a show. "What is this about, Alex?" Chloe whispered. "Why did he invite us?" "Just listen," Alex said quietly. Lord Edward stood behind the microphones. He cleared his throat, and the sound echoed through the room. Suddenly, all the reporters stopped talking. "Thank you for coming," Edward began. His voice was not loud and strong like it usually was. He looked straig
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The clock on the wall showed eleven at night. Alex sat on a small sofa in the corner of the hotel room, looking at his tablet. In the other room, Chloe was finally asleep. She had been under so much stress that she had passed out the moment her head hit the pillow. A quiet knock sounded at the door. Alex stood up and opened it. Silas was standing in the hallway. Behind him was Lord Edward. The old man looked terrible. His expensive coat was messy, his white hair was sticking up, and he was gripping his silver cane so hard his knuckles were blue. His eyes were red from crying or lack of sleep. He looked like a man who had lost everything in a single afternoon. "He insisted on seeing you, sir," Silas said quietly. "He wouldn't talk to anyone else." Alex stepped aside. "Let him in." Edward walked into the room. He didn't look like a powerful lord anymore. He looked like a ghost. He didn't wait for Alex to tell him to sit down; he walked to the center of the room and stared at the fl
Chapter 92
Lord Edward stared at his phone, but the screen stayed dark. He tried to call the bank president again, but the call would not go through. He tried to call the head of the ports, but the line was busy. He was being cut off from the world. Alex stood by the window, his hands in his pockets. He didn't have to say anything. The silence in the room was louder than any shout. Suddenly, Edward’s second phone buzzed. It was his money manager. When Edward answered, he could hear the man breathing fast, sounding like he was about to cry. "Edward! It’s all over the news!" the manager screamed. "The port authority just put out a public statement. They canceled our license for the Rotterdam port. They are saying our ships aren't safe!" "They can’t do that!" Edward yelled back. "They haven't even checked the ships!" "It doesn't matter!" the manager cried. "The news stations like Sky News and the BBC are already reporting it. Everyone thinks our company is in trouble. Our stock price just dropp
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Lord Edward stared at the young man who had just entered his room. Water dripped from Alex's jacket onto the expensive white carpet. The two bodyguards immediately stepped forward. They reached toward their jackets to grab their weapons. "Stop," Edward ordered. His voice shook. He looked at Alex, then at his phone, which was still buzzing from the disconnected call. "Who let you in here? Where are the hotel security guards?" Alex walked to a nearby wooden chair and sat down. He crossed his legs. He did not look at the bodyguards. He only looked at the older man. "The doors were not locked," Alex said. Edward gripped his phone tightly. His fingers turned white. He remembered seeing this man backstage with Chloe Miller. At the time, he thought Alex was just a low-level worker or a useless helper. Now, looking at the calm expression on Alex's face, Edward felt a sudden chill. "You are Chloe's husband," Edward stated. "The one her family calls a failure. Why are you here?" "I am here
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