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“Derek! Order them to pull me back! Do it quickly!” Leaning out toward the edge of the building, he looked back toward Derek. “I'm begging you please!” His shout sounded desperate.The two sturdy-built guards stood right at the edge of the high villa rooftop railing. Down below, the expanse of rocky ground was clearly visible thanks to the lit garden lamps. The night wind blew fiercely, blowing back Dick's hair which was now damp with cold sweat.But who cared? That place was private land that was difficult to access and had vast distances separating it from others. Even if Dick screamed at the top of his lungs, no one would hear him. The place was almost like a forest.Derek snorted indifferently. "I don't really hear what you say, it's too windy here."“I said I beg you! Please pull me right now!” He shouted again, his breath panting, his chest rising and falling wildly, and his body trembling violently until his knees were nearly too weak to support his own weight.Derek slowly ros
The rooftop
“What is wrong, Sir? Are you not enjoying the party?” Victor approached Derek, who was quietly looking for an opening and freeing himself.He had lost count of how many times people had approached him and tried to make small talk. Perhaps to them, it was a way to get close and know him, but for Derek, he had answered the same questions over and over until he grew sick of it.Stepping away quietly from there, he walked straightforwardly toward a deserted balcony, and Victor, noticing him, trailed behind and was now right by his side.Derek cast his gaze toward the garden, which was almost the size of a fire station, and loosened the tie around his neck. “I don't like it, but I don't hate it either.” He gave a clear answer.Victor nodded in understanding, realizing that Derek was simply not used to it yet. “Would you like me to get you something, Sir?”Derek glanced at him, then looked further back to see the crowd. He shook his head. “No need.” He thought for a moment, then calmly aske
The Heir's First Trial
"Sir, let's toast." Someone Derek didn't know spontaneously approached him.Derek responded casually, then easily pulled himself away, yet despite that, someone else always approached him again and again.The reception party continued with an atmosphere growing warmer yet still laden with high-society social intrigue. After the official introduction procession concluded, Derek was surrounded by various prominent figures who simply wanted to shake hands, get acquainted, or curry favor with the West family's new heir.Although he tried to attend to them with polite smiles and a professional demeanor, mental exhaustion began to creep into his mind. Amidst the crowd of businessmen in expensive suits, several elite city figures who were curious about Derek's past background began to approach slowly.A group of middle-aged men from the circle of real estate corporate directors stood not far from where Derek was standing, whispering to each other while casting dismissive glances. To them, De
The Glitz of Luxury
"You look impressive, Derek." Fae just stepped out of the car and looked at him.Derek nodded and smiled toward her. "You look equally great tonight, Fae.""I always look good," she corrected, and Derek agreed with that.The atmosphere inside the main ballroom of the Grand Imperial Hotel that night was breathtaking, radiating a magnificence hard to match by any social event in this city. A giant crystal chandelier hanging from the high ceiling reflected golden light across the entire room, illuminating walls lined with white marble and classical European-carved pillars. The sound of classical orchestral music from the corner of the room played softly, creating an elegant and exclusive atmosphere.The invited guests in attendance—ranging from influential conglomerates, high-ranking government officials, to prominent media figures—dressed in their finest attire. The men donned neat black tuxedos, while the women wore luxurious evening gowns adorned with diamonds sparkling under the spot
His Plan
“You should rest, now.” Fae spoke in a soft tone to him, taking over what Jacob had been reading earlier.The atmosphere in the main hall of the West family's grand estate felt so serene, magnificent, yet thick with heavy formal tension. Sitting gracefully on an elegant classic European-style long sofa, Jacob West sipped his specially brewed warm tea, faithfully accompanied by Fae, who stood beside his wheelchair while helping him organize a stack of important document files on the marble table."How is the progress of the final preparations for next week's grand event?" Jacob asked without shifting his gaze even a bit from the corporate report documents he was reading.Fae tidied a few sheets of company-logoed paper in her hands before answering in a calm voice. "All special invitations for high-ranking important business relations and exclusive press media have been sent out, Dad. The internal PR team has also ensured that Derek's official introduction event as the absolute sole hei
Getting worse
“Sir, if there is anything you need, you can call me,” said a servant standing at the doorway of Derek's room, about to step out.Derek nodded his head. In the late afternoon approaching dusk, the sun began to dim and cast an orange hue behind the large glass windows of the West family residence. Derek sat alone in his spacious study, finishing up some corporate reports, when his personal phone on the desk suddenly rang loudly.Derek glanced at his phone screen displaying an unknown number, but he knew exactly who owned that number. With a calm motion, he swiped the green button and pressed the flat object to his ear."Hello," Derek said in a heavy voice with a cold tone.At the other end of the connection, the sound of a slightly held breath was heard. Kitty spoke directly in a polite tone. "Good afternoon, Sir. I apologize for contacting you again."Derek didn't cut her off. He listened attentively. "What is it?""This concerns the condition of Ms. Erin, Sir. There are several impor
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