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2024-10-29 19:42:56Dexter and Richard arrived at the NIS building, a sleek and imposing structure that exuded an air of authority. As they were ushered to the director's office, Dexter couldn't help but feel a sense of determination. This meeting with the National Investigation Service would be a pivotal moment in his quest to uncover the truth behind the slush fund scandal and the airplane crash.
The director greeted them with a firm handshake, his steely gaze assessing Dexter with a mixture of curiosity and scrutiny. After exchanging polite pleasantries, they settled into the conversation, the weight of the situation hanging heavy in the air."Mr. Richmond, we appreciate your willingness to work with us," the director began, his tone measured. "But I need to understand specifically how you want the NIS to be involved in this matter."Dexter met the director's gaze with unwavering resolve. "I want the NIS to conduct a thorough investigation into the Richmond empire," he sta
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James arrived at the home of the pilot and his wife, He knocked on the door, his heart pounding with anticipation. The pilot answered, a look of confusion on his face as he greeted James."Good afternoon, Mr. and Mrs. Thompson," James said, his voice smooth and controlled. "I'm here to discuss something very important with you."The couple exchanged a wary glance but invited James inside, leading him to a small, dimly lit room in the back of the house. James noticed the nervous tension in the air as they sat down, and he couldn't help but relish the power he held over them."Let's get straight to the point," James began, fixing them with a steely gaze. "I know about the airplane crash all those years ago, and I know that you were involved. I have evidence that could ruin your lives if it were to be made public."The couple paled, their eyes widening in fear. Mrs. Thompson reached for her husband's hand, her voice trembling as she spoke. "We've moved on from that, Mr. Richmond. Please,
Heir to the Richmond Empire Chapter 66: Turn Against Dexter!
The NIS director sat at his desk, a deep frown etched on his face as he read through the latest report on the plane crash. His phone rang, and he picked it up with a sense of urgency."Get me Dexter on the line," he ordered his secretary, his voice firm and commanding.A few minutes later, Dexter is connected to the call, his expression a mix of confusion and concern. The director motioned for him to take a seat, his eyes fixed on Dexter's."Dexter, I need to ask you some questions about your father," the director began, his tone serious.Dexter nodded, his mind racing with a million thoughts. "I'll do my best to answer," he replied, his voice steady despite the turmoil within him.The director leaned forward, his gaze unwavering. "We have reason to believe that your father may have been involved in the plane crash. Do you have any information that could help us understand his possible motives or involvement?"Dexter's eyes widened in shock, and he struggled to process the weight of t
Heir to the Richmond Empire Chapter 67: I’m Sorry, Dexter!
Dexter arrived at the NIS building just minutes after James had left. He made his way down the familiar corridors to the director's office, a sense of anticipation building within him. As he entered, he greeted the director with a warm smile, but the response he received was a cold one. Brushing it aside, Dexter took a seat and waited for the director's investigation to begin."Good afternoon, Director," Dexter said, trying to break the tension in the room.The director looked up from his desk, his expression unreadable. "Dexter," he replied curtly.Dexter shifted uncomfortably in his seat, feeling the weight of the director's gaze. He knew that this investigation was not going to be an easy one. The silence in the room was palpable, broken only by the sound of papers shuffling on the director's desk.Finally, the director spoke, his voice as cold as ice. "I trust you understand the seriousness of the situation, Dexter."Dexter nodded, trying to maintain his composure. "Yes, director.
Heir to the Richmond Empire Chapter 68: Corrupt Heir!
As Dexter stepped out of the director's office, his mind was already racing with thoughts of the NIS case. He quickly dialed Richard's number and waited for him to pick up."Richard, it's Dexter. I need you to look into why the NIS closed the case and find out who's pulling the strings behind it," Dexter said urgently."Got it, I'll get right on it," Richard replied before Dexter ended the call.Dexter leaned against the wall, deep in thought. Jack suddenly came to mind - he had arrested him for being part of a slush fund. Dexter couldn't shake the feeling that Jack might seek revenge, and he knew Jack was capable of pulling the strings from behind the scenes.As he walked down the hallway, he couldn't help but wonder if he had made a mistake in arresting Jack. But there was no time for second-guessing now. He had to stay one step ahead and figure out who was really behind the closed NIS case.Dexter paced down the dimly lit hallway, his mind racing with thoughts of the closed NIS cas
Heir to the Richmond Empire Chapter 69: A Tangled Web of Danger and Insecurity!
As Dexter made his way through the bustling office, he couldn't help but notice the tense atmosphere that seemed to hang in the air. His employees, usually chatty and lively, now cast furtive glances in his direction, their expressions a mix of concern and unease. It was as if a heavy cloud had settled over the workplace, and Dexter couldn't shake off the feeling that it was somehow connected to the earlier protest."Good morning, Mr. Dexter," one of his employees greeted him with a forced smile as he passed by. Dexter nodded in response, but the strained politeness in the employee's voice did not go unnoticed.As he reached his office, Dexter's mind was still reeling from the encounter with the protester. He sank into his chair, feeling the weight of the day's events settling heavily on his shoulders. Just then, a knock on the door interrupted his thoughts."Come in," Dexter called out, straightening up in his seat.Sarah, his trusted producer, stepped into the room, her expression f
Heir to the Richmond Empire Chapter 70: On the Low?!
Dexter's unease continued to gnaw at him as he looked at his uncle, James, searching for any sign of reassurance. "Uncle James, I need to know what your plan is in all of this. I can't shake the feeling that there's more going on than we realize."James paused, his expression softening as he regarded Dexter with a mixture of concern and understanding. "Dexter, I'm here to support you every step of the way. But I think it's best if we keep our investigation on the low for now."Dexter furrowed his brow, a tinge of frustration creeping into his voice. "On the low? But Uncle James, we can't afford to be passive about this. There's too much at stake."James placed a reassuring hand on Dexter's shoulder, his voice calm but firm. "I understand your urgency, Dexter, but we need to
Heir to the Richmond Empire Chapter 71: Text Me the Location!
As Dexter stood by the window in his room, the late afternoon light filtered through the curtains, casting a warm glow on the neatly arranged space. His eyes were fixed on the figure of his uncle and his sons in the garden below, their tense interaction not escaping his notice. His mind kept circling back to the memory of the black cloth that Jack had been wearing earlier. The scent of it had triggered something deep within him, igniting a suspicion that he couldn't shake. Was Jack the man who had hit him at the restaurant?Just as he was lost in these troubling thoughts, his phone buzzed, jolting him back to the present. He picked it up and saw a message from his friend, prompting him to join them for a gathering later in the evening. Dexter hesitated for a moment, torn between his current preoccupations and the prospect of some much-needed distraction. With a sigh, he decided to reply, "I'l
Heir to the Richmond Empire Chapter 72: Call 911!
“Is he dead?” Dexter asked as he and Richard looked at the hanging man, whose blood dripped slowly, staining the tiled floor. Dexter walked to where the mystery man hanged, trying to recognise his face, he couldn't because he hadn't seen the man anywhere.As Richard nudged him, "Dexter, look," he said.Dexter turned to see what he was pointing at. On the wall, in bold red letters, were the words "Stop the investigation. The airplane crash, it's all your fault he died." Dexter's heart raced as he realized the gravity of the message. He looked closely at Richard, who seemed shaken and distressed."Dexter, we need to call 911 and the police," Richard said urgently, his voice trembling.Dexter nodded, his mind racin
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Dexter and the police officers arrived at the abandoned factory where James was holding Sonia, Richard, and Ivy hostage. The officers closed in, weapons drawn, shouting commands for James to stop and surrender. But James had already made up his mind."I'll blow up this whole place, and we'll all die together," he threatened, clutching the remote control tightly, his eyes wild with determination.Katherine, recognizing the seriousness of James's threat and the extent to which he was willing to go for his revenge, stepped out from the midst of the police officers. With a determined look, she made her way into the factory, hoping to defuse the situation before it was too late."Mother, where do you think you are going?" Dexter asked, his voice filled with surprise and concern as he saw his mother stepping into danger with her eyes wide open."It's time to end this," Katherine replied, a short-lived smile tugging at the corners of her lips.Dexter tried to move closer, intent on stopping
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“Today, I'll have my full revenge. Today I'll end it once and for all,” James muttered, his eyes burning with anger as he opened the small briefcase he was holding. Mr. Blaq stood beside him wondering what he was doing as that wasn't part of the initial plan. Several other men were in the room, each holding a gun, their faces set with grim determination. “What are you doing?” Richard asked, his voice trembling as he caught sight of the item in the briefcase, which looked alarmingly like a bomb. “I’m about to send you all to the devil,” James scoffed, his tone dripping with malicious disdain. Richard’s eyes widened in fear. “You’re insane! You can’t do this!” James chuckled darkly. “Oh, but I can. And I will. It’s time for the Richmond empire to fall, and you’re just collateral damage.” Mr. Blaq shifted uneasily, glancing at the other men. Despite his loyalty to James and the Rogue's Secret Coalition, he hadn’t signed up for mass murder. “James, are you sure about this? The
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Raphael and Priscilla finally faced trial and the court found both of them guilty of all the crimes they were accused of. Raphael got a jail term of twenty years while Priscilla got a life time imprisonment sentence. Dexter couldn't hide how sorry he felt for them seeing how pathetic both of them eventually ended. But there was nothing he could do about it. They've broken so many laws and it was just right that the two of them face the consequences of their actions. It was the day before the U.S presidential elections and in every part of the country, one could notice the euphoria in the atmosphere over the forthcoming elections which was marked by a palpable sense of anticipation and tension. Across the country, campaign offices buzzed with activity as volunteers made last-minute phone calls and knocked on doors, urging every potential voter to cast their ballot. Television screens in homes, bars, and restaurants displayed a constant stream of political advertisements, pundit ana
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"Raphael and Priscilla are finally behind bars,” Julio said as he addressed members of the Rogue Secret Coalition. “All along they thought they were masters of the game not knowing that they were not even players in the first place,” James scoffed, his voice dripping with utter disdain.There was an unusual silence that fell upon them in the room as if someone had walked in but it was quickly interrupted by president Lee Chan's crackling voice.“There's no need basking in an already won victory. Raphael and Priscilla Wayne were just pawns in this game right from the very beginning. They've served their purpose and it's time to look into the bigger picture,”Julio's respect for Lee Chan had always been massive seeing how much he reasoned like himself. If there was something he liked about Lee Chan, it was the fact that his hunger for power was like a vampire thirsty for blood.“That's right. It's time to hit the big target and that's Dexter Richmond himself.” Julio said, his eyes meet
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Chapter 182: Raphael and Priscilla, arrested!
The news of James' escape spread like wildfire throughout the entire region. Dexter had issued strict instructions to the chief, emphasizing the need to leave no stone unturned in ensuring James was apprehended and brought to justice. When Raphael and Priscilla learned of James' escape and subsequent disappearance, they couldn't shake the feeling that the boss had orchestrated his escape. It dawned on them that they had been mere pawns in a much larger game, manipulated by the boss all along. As the days passed, Sandy was finally laid to rest in a somber ceremony attended by those who loved her. The atmosphere was heavy with grief and reflection. Standing by her graveside, Raphael and Priscilla shared a moment of quiet contemplation. The weight of recent events and the realization of their manipulation by the boss had taken a toll on them. In the wake of Sandy's funeral, Raphael and Priscilla made a momentous decision. They resolved to end their long-standing feud with Dexter. The
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This isn't good,” Katherine's forehead creased slightly conveying a sense of unease. They had left the mourning room as soon as they heard that James had escaped. That wasn't part of the plan. With James already out of the picture, it was left with Julio and Mr Blaq but now that James had escaped, they could smell trouble brewing already. “So what do we do now?” Dexter asked, seeing that there was really not much he could bring himself to think about regarding everything that was happening. “We'll have to be vigilant. If James had failed in his first attempt to kill you, he'll come again and this time, he won't spare you.” Katherine revealed, her hands clasped, with a palpable sense of nervous energy underlying her demeanor. Dexter could understand what his mother was saying but in the midst of it all, he still wanted to know why his mother and Ivy's mother had a rough conversation earlier. The fact that the two of them would become inlaws soon was a matter of concern to him. He
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Chapter 180: James has escaped!
Katherine and Dexter entered into the room to see every mourning. He approached Priscilla with his own bouquet of flower offering his sympathy to her.Katherine too offered her sympathy causing everyone except Stephanie to wonder who she was and why she was with Dexter.“Katherine!” Stephanie exclaimed, upon recognizing her as Dexter's mother and her once upon a time friend.“You know her?” Ivy inquired, her curiosity piqued.“Yes dear. That's Dexter's biological mother.” Stephanie replied, causing Ivy's mouth to open wide in awe as she had never expected it. From his conversation with Dexter back when they newly started dating, he had told her that his mother was probably dead having been left and abandoned at an orphanage as a baby.“What's she doing here? And did Dexter get to find her?” Stephanie muttered to herself.Dexter noticed Ivy's presence and walked up to her. He felt bad that he had not shown himself to her ever since he got out of the burning warehouse alive.“Ivy….” He
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“Cliches, like the darkest hour, are just before dawn. Priscilla was still finding it difficult to recover from the death of Sandy. She stayed in her room all day refusing to eat and not wanting to talk to anybody. She felt like her world had ended now that Sandy was no more. The armed forces and the police took up the matter to find who actually attempted to kill Dexter that night. With all of Dexter's enemies out of the way, the investigation narrowed down to two possible individuals - Julio Jones and Mr Blaq. “You idiot! How did you manage to miss him?” The air crackled with Julio's voice, rising with frustration and indignation at the young man whom he had asked to finish off Dexter once and for all.He had laid down specific instructions and wasn't expecting anything to go wrong. “It's the lady who stepped in. I already had a clear shot but she immediately stepped in.” The young man replied, his fist clenched and his tone assertive.The young man was one of the best assassins
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The ambulance arrived blaring it's siren with the paramedics rushing out to convey Sandy in a stretcher while the police took James, Jack and Alex away.Dexter and Lacey went with the team of paramedics to the hospital. As the ambulance took off that night, Dexter couldn't help it but to pray silently in his heart that nothing bad should happen to Sandy.“Please hurry up,” Dexter's cry echoed through the van, his cloth stained with blood. His fear kept increasing as he watched Sandy's life slowly fade away.“Don't die, Sandy,” His voice trembled as tears began to flow of their own accord.He had never expected that Sandy would do something like that for him, not after her betrayal when they were still married.The night seemed to be darker and quieter as the team of paramedics conveyed Sandy to the Emergency Room. Dexter's heart raced with different thoughts.“Who was it that could have made an attempt on his life?” He thought.It wasn't long after that Priscilla and Raphael arrived a
