As the party continued, the atmosphere in the office buzzed with excitement and joy. Employees chatted animatedly, sharing their delight at having their CEO back. Christopher—Mr. Conrad—walked through the room, exchanging smiles and handshakes with everyone. It was clear that his presence had been missed, and the energy in the room was infectious."Did you hear? Mr. Conrad is back and looking better than ever," one employee remarked, sipping from a glass of punch."Absolutely! It's been tough without him, but we've managed to keep things going. Now that he's back, I feel like we can really push forward with our projects," another responded, nodding enthusiastically.Across the room, a small group had gathered around David, the senior manager who had suggested the party. "David, this was a fantastic idea. It's great to see everyone so happy and motivated," said Lisa, the head of HR.David grinned, glancing over at Christopher. "Thanks, Lisa. I thought it was the least we could do to sh
As they dressed, Christopher couldn't help but watch Yue Wang with a soft smile. Her hair was slightly tousled, and there was a glow about her that made his heart swell. She caught his gaze and grinned, her eyes sparkling with happiness."What are you smiling at?" she teased, buttoning up her blouse."You," Christopher replied, his voice filled with admiration. "You're beautiful, and I'm just so grateful to have you in my life."Yue Wang's cheeks flushed with a gentle blush, and she stepped closer to him. "I feel the same way about you, Christopher. These past few weeks have been tough, but having you back and knowing we can finally be together makes it all worth it."Christopher pulled her into another embrace, his hands resting on her waist. "We'll face whatever comes our way, together."They shared a soft kiss before finishing getting dressed. As they straightened up the office, picking up scattered papers and files, Christopher glanced at the clock. "It's getting late. We should h
The morning sun was barely up, casting a soft, golden glow over the sprawling estate of the Conrad family. The air was crisp and cool, filled with the promise of a new day. Inside the mansion, the quiet was broken only by the soft murmur of conversation and the occasional clink of porcelain as Cosmos prepared coffee.Chairman Conrad sat behind his large oak desk, the weight of the world resting on his shoulders. His sharp eyes were fixed on the door, waiting for the arrival of the private investigators he had discreetly hired. Cosmos, his loyal aide, was unaware of the true purpose of their visit. A soft knock on the door broke the silence, and Cosmos stepped inside, followed by two men in dark suits. "Good morning, sir," Cosmos said, his tone respectful as always. "These gentlemen are here to see you.""Thank you, Cosmos. Please, show them in," Chairman Conrad replied, his voice steady but tinged with anticipation.The two men entered the office and took their seats opposite the cha
Christopher made his way to his grandfather’s study. The polished wooden floors gleamed under the light, and the air was thick with the scent of aged leather and old books. The study had always been a sanctuary for Chairman Conrad, a place where he could think and strategize away from the prying eyes of the world.Christopher knocked lightly on the door before entering. "Grandfather, are you in here?" he called softly."Come in, Christopher," Chairman Conrad’s voice came, steady yet carrying a note of weariness.Christopher stepped inside, closing the door behind him. He immediately noticed the tension etched on his grandfather’s face. Chairman Conrad sat behind his massive oak desk, the morning light casting shadows that seemed to mirror the heaviness in his heart."How was your first week back at work, Christopher?" Chairman Conrad asked, attempting to sound casual.Christopher walked over and took a seat opposite his grandfather. "It was productive. The team is motivated, and Yue W
The days following the initial revelations were tense. Chairman Conrad and Christopher maintained a façade of normalcy at the office, but behind closed doors, they were strategizing and investigating, trying to piece together the full picture of Cosmos and Sapphira's intentions.One crisp morning, the private investigators returned to the Conrad estate. Chairman Conrad had called them back urgently, sensing that there were more layers to uncover in this unfolding mystery. Christopher was already in the study when the investigators arrived. He stood by the window, gazing out at the manicured gardens, deep in thought. The sun was bright, but it did little to lift the heavy mood that had settled over the house.Detectives Harris and Reed were shown in by Cosmos, who, as usual, was unaware of their true purpose. "Good morning, sirs," he said, bowing slightly. "Would you like some coffee?""No, thank you, Cosmos," Chairman Conrad replied, his voice steady. "Please ensure we are not distur
Larry Conrad sat in his dimly lit study, the soft glow of the desk lamp casting long shadows on the walls. The recent revelations about Sapphira had turned his world upside down. She was not just a conspirator; she was James’s sister. The brother-in-law he never knew about had suddenly become a key figure in the tangled web of his family's history.Larry leaned back in his chair, running a hand through his graying hair. The memories of his sister, Grace, flooded back to him—her laughter, her strength, and ultimately, her tragic death. He had always wondered about the circumstances surrounding her demise, but the truth had been elusive. Now, he had a chance to confront those responsible and seek the answers he had been denied for so long."James’s sister," he muttered to himself, shaking his head in disbelief. "How could I not have known?"The pieces were beginning to fall into place, but there were still many unanswered questions. Why had Sapphira been conspiring against his father, C
Chairman Conrad signaled the guards to take Cosmos away. "We’ll deal with you later," he said coldly. "For now, you’ll remain here until we decide your fate."As Cosmos was dragged out of the room, Christopher turned to his grandfather. "We need to get to the bottom of this, Grandfather. We need to find out the full story."Chairman Conrad nodded, his expression grim. "We will, Christopher. We will."Larry paced his study, waiting for Blackwell to call back with information. The hours seemed to stretch on endlessly, each minute filled with anxiety and anticipation. Finally, his phone rang, and he answered it with a mix of hope and dread."Mr. Conrad," Blackwell said, his tone serious. "I’ve found Sapphira. She’s being held at your father’s estate."Larry’s heart skipped a beat. "Held? Why?""It appears she was involved in a plot against your father," Blackwell explained. "Your father has her in custody, and it seems there’s more to the story than we initially thought."Larry felt a su
Larry listened, his emotions a whirlwind. "And Cosmos? How does he fit into this?""Cosmos is my son," Sapphira confessed, her voice barely above a whisper. "He was born out of a relationship I had before James. He knew about our past and our hatred for Chairman Conrad. We decided to take matters into our own hands."Larry's eyes widened in shock. "Your son? But why conspire against the family now, after all these years?"Sapphira looked up, her eyes filled with sorrow. "We thought we could bring down your father, take away everything he held dear. But it got out of hand. We were consumed by our hatred and lost sight of everything else."Larry's heart ached for her. He could see the pain and regret etched on her face. "Sapphira, I need to know something. Was it all just about revenge? Or was there something more?"She nodded, tears streaming down her face. "It was mostly about revenge. But there was also a part of me that wanted to protect you, Larry. I knew you were out there, suffer