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BEYOND YOUR REACH CHAPTER TWENTY
The tension in the room was palpable as Leon and Clara sat across from each other, processing the implications of the message from Vincent Salvatore. This was the breakthrough they needed—if Salvatore’s information was credible, it could bring David Harper’s entire empire crashing down. But with this new lead came greater risks and even more dangerous adversaries.Clara broke the silence. "Leon, this changes everything. If Salvatore is willing to talk, it means David has lost control of some of his most loyal people. He must be getting desperate."Leon nodded, a grim determination in his eyes. "Desperate, but still dangerous. He’s like a wounded animal right now, and that makes him even more unpredictable. We need to be careful how we handle this."Marcus, who had just arrived, joined them at the table. "I did some digging on Salvatore. He’s not just any associate—he’s been in the game for a long time. He’s handled high-level operations for David across Europe, and he’s known for keep
BEYOND YOUR REACH CHAPTER 21
Back at the office, Leon felt the weight of the USB drive in his pocket as if it were a ticking time bomb. He knew they had just gained an upper hand, but it was a fragile one that could be taken away if they weren’t careful. As soon as he entered his office, he locked the door and inserted the drive into his laptop. Clara and Marcus were by his side, their eyes fixed on the screen."Alright, Marcus," Leon said, leaning over the computer. "Show us what you’ve got."Marcus nodded, fingers flying over the keyboard as he bypassed the encryption. "This is no ordinary data dump. It’s a trail of financial records, coded messages, and offshore accounts. David’s been laundering money through a web of shell companies, each one more obscure than the last."Clara’s eyes narrowed as she looked at the spreadsheets Marcus pulled up. "He’s been funneling funds to different countries, moving them just enough to avoid detection. This isn’t just corruption—it’s a global network."Leon’s heart raced. "I
BEYOND YOUR REACH CHAPTER 22
Leon sat at his desk, staring at the empty screen before him. The echoes of David Harper’s threat still reverberated in his mind. He knew this was only the beginning, and things were going to get much worse before they got better. But he wasn’t about to back down now.His phone buzzed on the desk, pulling him from his thoughts. It was a message from Marcus: "Leon, meet me at the warehouse ASAP. I’ve got something you need to see."Leon’s brows furrowed. Marcus wouldn’t ask him to come out of the blue unless it was urgent. Grabbing his jacket, he made his way out, determination etched into his face.---When Leon arrived at the old warehouse, Marcus was already there, pacing nervously by the entrance. He waved Leon over and led him inside, his face a mixture of excitement and concern."What is it?" Leon asked, his voice low and steady.Marcus pointed to a series of monitors set up on a makeshift desk. "I dug deeper into the surveillance feeds from David’s operations, and look at this."
BEYOND YOUR REACH CHAPTER 23
Leon stood at the edge of the gala hall, his eyes scanning the now-empty venue that had been a battleground just moments ago. The tables were still set with half-finished drinks and the remnants of a night that was meant to be glamorous but turned into chaos. The guests had all been safely evacuated, and the attackers taken into custody. David Harper was on his way to a federal holding cell.Marcus walked over, his face a mix of exhaustion and triumph. "We did it, Leon. We exposed Harper right in the middle of his own plan."Leon gave a small nod. "This is just the beginning, Marcus. He’s not done yet. We need to be prepared for whatever his next move is."Marcus frowned. "What do you mean? We have him, and the FBI has all the evidence to put him away for a long time."Leon’s eyes narrowed. "David Harper isn’t just any criminal. He’s a man with connections, resources, and a mind that never stops plotting. He’s not the kind of enemy that stays down easily."---Later that night, back a
BEYOND YOUR REACH CHAPTER 24
Back at his penthouse, Leon sat across from the informant, the man's nervous energy filling the room. The city lights outside cast shadows across the space, and the air was thick with tension. Marcus stood nearby, his eyes trained on the informant, ready to act at the first sign of deceit."Start talking," Leon said, his voice icy and calm. "Tell me everything you know about Harper’s operations."The man nodded, swallowing hard. "Harper’s built his empire on a network of illegal activities—money laundering, insider trading, smuggling. But the key to it all is his offshore accounts. They’re the lifeblood of his empire. He uses them to fund his operations and to pay off officials who look the other way."Leon leaned in, his gaze unwavering. "Where are these accounts located? How do we access them?"The informant pulled out a small flash drive, holding it up like it was his lifeline. "This has the information you need—account numbers, transaction histories, the whole setup. But the thing
BEYOND YOUR REACH CHAPTER 25
Leon was in his office, strategizing the next move when his phone buzzed. It was Marcus. "Leon, we’ve got a problem," he said, his voice tight with urgency. "Harper’s made his move. He’s not going down without a fight."Leon clenched his jaw. "What did he do?""He’s unleashed a media blitz," Marcus replied. "He’s got a dozen news outlets running stories about you—everything from fraud to conspiracy to sabotage. He’s painting you as the mastermind behind a scheme to ruin him and take over his business."Leon’s eyes narrowed as he processed the information. "He’s trying to turn the narrative against me. He wants to make me look like the villain.""That’s not all," Marcus continued. "He’s also hired one of the best legal teams in the country. They’ve already filed lawsuits against you and our company for defamation and interference with business operations."Leon’s knuckles turned white as he gripped the edge of his desk. "He’s trying to tie us up in legal battles to drain our resources
BEYOND YOUR REACH CHAPTER 26
Leon’s office was a whirlwind of activity the next morning. His team was focused, working tirelessly to counteract the storm Harper had unleashed on them. As the headlines continued to expose Harper’s shady dealings, Leon received a message from his private investigator. It simply read: "We’ve got a name."Leon immediately called the investigator. "Tell me what you found," he demanded, his voice barely containing his urgency."There’s a man named Viktor Marlowe," the investigator began. "He’s Harper’s secret weapon, a shadowy figure who handles the dirtiest of tasks—intimidation, blackmail, even violence. He’s connected to an underground network that specializes in making problems disappear."Leon’s stomach tightened. He had heard whispers of Viktor Marlowe’s reputation—he was ruthless, cunning, and nearly untouchable. "So Harper’s not just coming after my business; he’s coming after my life.""It seems that way," the investigator replied. "Marlowe’s been seen meeting with Harper seve
BEYOND YOUR REACH CHAPTER 27
As dawn broke, the tension in the air was palpable. Leon barely slept, his mind replaying every conversation, every plan they’d discussed to take down Harper. He knew that Viktor Marlowe was a ticking time bomb, waiting for the right moment to strike. The stakes were getting higher, and Leon was ready for what was to come.Marcus met Leon in the conference room, a grim look on his face. "I’ve got some news," Marcus said, his tone heavy. "We’ve intercepted some chatter suggesting that Marlowe’s planning to make his move soon. He’s targeting our key locations and people close to you. Harper's not just aiming to discredit you anymore—he’s going for total destruction."Leon’s jaw clenched, a cold fury settling over him. "We need to be ahead of them," he replied. "Whatever Marlowe's planning, we have to make sure we're two steps ahead.""We’ve tightened security at all our sites," Marcus assured. "But there’s something else. We got word that Harper’s been making deals with some influential