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Playing the good man
For a moment, Alvin’s eyes darkened, his jaw twitching. It was very brief, but the camera caught it. Murong Wuque gave him a squeeze, a silent reminder to stay sane. After a while Alvin laughed. “Um, I don't really know the answer you expected. But I will be honest.” “I never fabricated evidence in any situation. I admit, I intentionally hid my true abilities because I wanted to gather evidence of what they did to me. I was also healing from trauma. Every evidence tendered, before and now, were truths, nothing but the truth according to investigations made.” He paused and forced a smile. “Did I want to make a scapegoat of Lily? Negative publicity is never a good thing for companies. Why would I risk my company to create a ruse? The effort it takes to make an audit spanning multiple years, lawsuits and recovery of debts, I'm sure even people not in business understand. However, I won't let evil continue before my eyes, especially not in my turf.” “All I did was drag SW b
WAR OF WORDS
All over the headlines were news about Dolcy studios facing lawsuits. They had denied all relationships with Lily, but the evidence was staggering. There were rumors that their company was going through an internal conflict because of the scandal. Director Britney wasn't let off either. He had to surrender two percent of his three percent shares to pay for damages. Alvin had helpfully paid for it in cash and injected it back to the company. He hadn't wanted to let go of the shares in his hands, but Alvin and Gavin Sinclair, the lawyer the system found to prosecute them, made it impossible for him to raise cash from any other sources, forcing him to sell his shares to Alvin to leave police custody. Katarina sold her villa, and her wealthy fianceé helped her raise money for the rest, getting her out of jail. The only one stuck was Lily, her beloved Daniel Colby didn't want to get involved, more concerned about protecting his own interests. The lawsuit was out in full swing and
filling the cracks
“I…” She began to say. Alvin raised his hand. “You don't need to say anything. It's decided. Once you get into the role, I'm sure you'll find your job quite enjoyable.” He then turned to Elena. “Prepare the employment contract. Add these: no one can fire her casually, except in the situation where she's made a grave mistake affecting the company and its people. Also, any amount embezzled would be paid back three times when discovered.” The staff in the room were shocked on hearing this. This office seemed prestigious at the surface but it was actually a fiery pit. “I knew it. You were looking for whom to push to hell.” Mireille muttered. Alvin smiled. “I don't think there's any reason for you to be upset. I have plans to give you an apartment, a car, and wardrobe allowance. There’s still your attractive salary. You're not losing out… unless.” He paused and slowly stood up, his eyes trained on Mireille's face as if trying to dissect something, slowly inching forth. A few cent
MIREILLE
Alvin smiled, hoping he looked warm enough to dispel whatever suspicions she might hold towards him due to the multiple rumors swirling around. She didn't bow like others, her shoulders were squared, jaw held high, having that aristocratic pride radiating from her in waves.Alvin’s eyes slightly narrowed. “Miss Jonathan, the way you stare at me, do you have a misunderstanding about me? Or have we clashed before?” Mireille barely suppressed an eye roll. Although the movement was so brief, the vigilant Alvin still caught it before she stopped herself. “How do you want me to look at you, chairman Kent?” She took a step closer, and bent slightly to bring her face closer to Alvin's. “Like this?”Alvin was stunned by her boldness. She moved away the next second, and he gasped in anger. Murong Wuque grabbed his wrist, stopping him from saying anything. He hissed and kept quiet. She stepped back and shook her head. “If you expect me to pander to you and flatter you, I'm sorry, you got th
choosing a new candidate
Natalie wasn't the only one stunned, the rest were. Even Elena had dropped her current task to listen properly. “This.. This is indeed a very tough question.” She replied, her brows scrunched up in deep thoughts. After three minutes of silence, she shook her head. “I might obey the first time, due to panic and desperation. However, harming artists to protect my interest is something I will never do. If the situation turns dire, and there's no way out, I will have to find the chairman and come clean. His reaction will determine how things proceed.”Alvin nodded, sucking his teeth. “What if the chairman ends up being dismissive, and arrests you instead after coming clean? Or even twists the narrative to make you seem evil and ungrateful.”“Then I would have done my part. No matter how I get punished, at least my heart will be light. I would just need to find ways to send my family to safety. If having a good life involves hurting others, it's probably not worth it.”Alvin turned to Mu
QUESTIONS THAT FEELS LIKE DEATH TRAPS
It was late evening when the shareholders were finally allowed to leave. Most returned the money they took, recorded a video apologizing to employees who they had hurt at one time or another, and wrote a statement of understanding which was signed and also thumbprinted, left under the able care of Alvin. The only exceptions were Lily Wen, Katarina and Director Britney. Because the amount they stole was large, they were unable to provide it at the spot. So the public security bureau had to come take them away, pending when they figured out a suitable payment plan. Director Britney was already calling in favors to come up with the amount. The funniest thing was that none of them agreed to sell their shares as they initially threatened, knowing that the shares were precious and would only keep appreciating over time. Alvin made every single shareholder sign away their management and voting rights, only letting them sit back and collect dividends every month. However, deep inside
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