Novels by Beautypete

Chapter 336: A Storm Brewing Chris entered the house quietly, the sound of the door clicking shut barely echoed. The evening air was heavy, and so was the silence. He could hear faint murmurs upstairs—probably Eleanor speaking with Charles. But the kitchen lights were still on, and Stephany was there, sitting at the island counter like she’d been waiting. She didn’t look up right away. Chris approached, loosening his tie. “Long day?” Stephany nodded, barely glancing at him. “Mm-hmm.” He picked up on the shift in her energy instantly. Something was off. “You alright?” “I’m fine,” she replied, sipping from her coffee. “Your day?” Chris leaned against the counter, watching her. “Eventful. Charles didn’t mention anything about our little confrontation today?” That got her attention. She looked up slowly. “He did. Said there was a disagreement. But he also mentioned investors… and how promising the opportunity was.” Chris frowned. “He told you that?” “Why wouldn’t he?” she a

Chapter 335: A Wedge Between Them Stephany stood by the kitchen island, scrolling through a list of supplier contacts for an event her office was hosting next weekend. The house was quiet, Chris wasn’t back yet, and her mother had gone out to meet with a friend. She welcomed the silence, a rare thing in the Preston household these days. The sudden sound of approaching footsteps made her look up. Charles entered the room, dressed in a crisp navy suit. He looked nothing like the man who had just been humiliated before investors. Instead, he carried himself with a sense of renewed confidence. “Stephany,” he said, his tone smooth and almost fatherly. “Got a minute?” Stephany gave a small smile. “Of course dad, is everything okay?” Charles nodded, stepping closer. “Better than okay. I actually came to talk to you about something important. Just between us.” Stephnay was curious, what could her father have to discuss with her? It’s been a while he has not been around for a while

Chapter 334: Breaking the Foundation Chris stepped out of the Imperial Hotel, his expression calm, but inside, his mind was already running through his next move. Charles had been dealt a heavy blow, but it wasn’t over yet. If there was one thing Chris knew about men like him, it was that they never accepted defeat easily. Especially when their pride was at stake. He pulled out his phone and dialed Connor, telling him how everything went. “How bad was the damage?” he asked. Connor chuckled on the other end. “Let’s just say Charles won’t be smiling anytime soon. The investors weren’t happy about being misled. Some are already looking into the financial records you presented.” Chris smirked. “Good. That means we just need one more push.” Connor hesitated before speaking again. “There’s something else. I did some digging—Charles wasn’t acting alone. Someone inside the company was feeding him information.” Chris’s expression darkened. “Who?” Connor sighed. “Still looking

Chapter 333: The Power Play Stephnay went out and left Chris on his own. He debated following her and at the end decided to stay back. Chris closed his laptop, his mind already racing through his next move. The revelation that Charles planned to use Stephany against him wasn’t surprising, it was pathetic. A desperate man grasping at straws. Eleanor, on the other hand, stood frozen in place, her expression a mixture of disbelief and anger. It wasn’t clear whether she was more upset with Chris for catching Charles in the act or with Charles for underestimating him. Chris rose from his chair, taking his time as he adjusted the cuff of his sleeve. “Still think I’m the problem, Eleanor?” She snapped out of her thoughts, her eyes darkening. “You’re enjoying this, aren’t you?” He shrugged. “It’s amusing, watching him dig his own grave.” Eleanor let out a bitter laugh. “You really think this proves anything? My husband is a businessman. He knows how to deal with obstacles.”

Chapter 332: Caught in The Act. Charles Preston stood on the balcony of the Preston estate, gazing at the sprawling gardens below. The night air was cool, but his mind burned with calculations. He wasn’t a fool. He knew Chris Brown wasn’t the naive fool his daughter thought he was. He had seen the cold intelligence in his eyes, the quiet way he observed rather than spoke. That kind of patience wasn’t natural, it was trained. Which meant Chris was dangerous. Still, Charles smirked and thought to himself; But I’ve dealt with men like him before. Just as he turned to head inside, his phone buzzed. He pulled it out and checked the caller ID. A private number. He hesitated before answering. "Speak." A deep voice on the other end chuckled. "You’re being watched, Charles." His spine stiffened. "By who?" "You already know the answer," the voice replied smoothly. "Chris Brown has people tailing you. He’s not the weakling you think he is." Charles's jaw clenched. "What d

Chapter 331: The Web Tightens Chris came back into the hall to meet heavy silence settled over the grand hall. Charles Preston clenched his fists beneath the table, maintaining a carefully controlled expression as Henry’s accusations hung in the air. Across from him, Eleanor tapped her fingers against the polished wood, her face impassive, but Chris could see the tension in her shoulders. She wasn’t defending Charles, but she also wasn’t condemning him. Stephany, on the other hand, looked visibly uncomfortable. She cast a quick glance at Chris, but he didn’t return it. He was watching Charles, noting every twitch, every subtle shift in his demeanor. Finally, Charles exhaled heavily and leaned forward. “I understand the doubt. I won’t blame anyone for questioning my return.” Henry scoffed. “Oh, how generous of you.” Charles ignored him and turned his gaze to Grandma Preston. “I know I made mistakes, but I also know that I can still be useful to this family. Y

Chapter Two Hundred And Forty Eight; Is This How It Ends?Inside the mansion Bafon mansion, the atmosphere was tense, tinged with a sense of worry and unease. News of Lucas' disappearance had spread like wildfire, sending shockwaves through the household.In the opulent study, Grandpa Baron, with his aged face etched with concern, paced back and forth. His footsteps echoed against the polished marble floor, mirroring the rhythm of his troubled thoughts. His eyes, once sharp and piercing, now carried a weight of anxiety and suspicion.Though Grandpa Baron cared deeply for his grandson, a nagging doubt had taken root in his heart. He couldn't shake the feeling that Kevin, his beloved but troubled grandson, may have played a role in Lucas' sudden disappearance. It pained him to entertain such thoughts, but the pieces of the puzzle seemed to point in that direction.However, Grandpa Baron was a master of disguise, adept at concealing his true feelings. He couldn't bear to burden Lucas' pa

Chapter Two Hundred And Forty Nine; Advice Interpreted In The Wrong Way. “Don’t be paranoid? You think I am paranoid?” Kevin looked up at him “Yes, keep your cool, he’ll be alright.” Lucas tried to calm the young man in front of him now, but Kevin refused to ge calmed. “It’s easy for you to say that right, you want him to die don’t you? From nowhere you come into our lives, first you joined the company and tried to be on everyone’s good book, and then what? You have my father give you half of his shares and make you the president, isn’t that your plan all along? You did all this right?” Kevin screamed at the top of his lungs as he painted accusing fingers at LUCAS. “Why would I have to do that, Mr. Baron brought me home by himself, you know this Kevin, don’t be getting ideas.” Right now, Kevin was being reminded of all those rich and spilt kids that would just blame anything around them when things didn’t go their way.“Wrong, you are wrong, what I know is that you were the one

Chapter Two Hundred And Forty Six; Mr. Patrick’s Confession Time.When Kevin said he will not let him down, he knew that it was easier said than done. Lucas had already made significant contribution and it would be hard for Kevin who is carefree and a little more laid back about business to catch up with him. That is why he didn’t want to accept Lucas at furst because he didn’t want Kevin to have such fierce competition with Lucas who grew up so lowly. Their conversation between Him and Patrick his son simtill lingered in his mind to this day when Payrick came to him regarding Lucas. "Patrick," Grandpa Baron's voice boomed, filled with a mixture of anger and frustration. "I cannot comprehend why you have become so enamored with this newfound son of yours. We have managed just fine without him all these years, and suddenly you're bending over backward to accommodate his every whim."Patrick, with a calm demeanor, maintained eye contact with his father, determined to make his point.

Chapter Two Hundred And Forty Five; Advice to Favourite Grandson In the lavish and stately study of Grandpa Baron, a profound conversation was about to unfold. The room exuded an air of wisdom and experience, adorned with antique furniture and shelves lined with books that whispered tales of generations past. The Baron, with his silver mane and commanding presence, sat behind an ornate desk, his eyes filled with a mix of fondness and concern as Kevin entered."Kevin, my dear grandson," the Baron began, his voice carrying the weight of authority and wisdom. "I have called you here today to discuss the future of Baron Enterprise, and more importantly, your place within it."Kevin listened intently, a mixture of anticipation and apprehension coursing through his veins. He respected and admired his grandfather, and to be entrusted with the fate of the family legacy was both a great honor and a weighty responsibility.Even before Grandpa Bar

Chapter Two Hundred And Forty Four; Sacrificing for the family As Lucas stood before the board, he could sense the anticipation in the room. The proposal he was about to present carried with it the weight of his hopes and aspirations for Baron Enterprise. It was a solution born out of careful analysis, creative thinking, and a deep understanding of the changing business landscape.“This is not necessarily selling my company, but I am thinking of a possible partnership or even merger.” Lucas answered, really surpri ng who heard him saying he was practically giving up his company for Baron Enterprise.The plan is having a merger with his company that’s in charge of changing accepting orders from people abroad and online.Taking a deep breath, Lucas began to outline his vision. He described his plan to merge Baron Enterprise with the company he had founded an innovative platform that connected online and local buyers directly with traders and produc

Chapter Two Hundred And Forty Three; Wanted For A ReasonAs Lucas stepped into his new office, his mind was still reeling from the whirlwind of events that had unfolded so swiftly. The spacious room exuded an air of authority, with its sleek furniture, towering bookshelves, and the panoramic view of the city skyline stretching out before him. It was a physical manifestation of the responsibility that now rested on his shoulders.He took a moment to collect himself, inhaling deeply to steady his racing heart. This was the place where he was meant to make decisions that would shape the future of Baron Enterprise but was this right or are things moving a little too fast? But before he could even settle with his thoughts in his seat, a knock at the door interrupted his thoughts.Kevin's voice, tinged with a thinly veiled disdain, called out, "Lucas, may I have a word with you?"Lucas glanced at the door, surprised by his brother's sudden appearance. He motioned for Kevin to enter, his m