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JAMES WANE THE SECRET BILLIONAIRE 189
Chapter 189Williams made a mental note to dig deeper into Liam's recent activities and any potential connections he might have with EMC.Williams picked up his phone and called his most trusted investigator. "Greg, I need you to gather everything you can on Liam Carter. I want to know his movements, his business dealings, his personal connections – everything. And do it discreetly."Greg responded promptly, "Understood, sir. I'll get right on it."Williams hung up and stared at the screen, deep in thought. Liam Carter's involvement added a new layer of complexity to his plans. He had to proceed with caution, but also with urgency. This was not a man to be underestimated.He stood up, walked over to the window, and looked out over the city, deep in thought.After some time, he went back to the images the CCTV staff had shown him, scrutinizing every detail.He focused on the interactions Liam had aside from those with Alisha. There was no one else except a man wearing a face mask, sli
JAMES WANE THE SECRET BILLIONAIRE 190
Chapter 190It was around noon when Williams got back to the office. His mind was still reeling from the morning’s revelations. Without wasting any time, he headed straight to Mr. Sterling's office. He needed to inform him about the new developments and plan their next move.Williams knocked on the door and waited for the familiar "Come in" before entering. Mr. Sterling was sitting behind his large mahogany desk, going through some paperwork. He looked up as Williams entered, raising an eyebrow."What's the urgency, Williams?" Mr. Sterling asked, leaning back in his chair.Williams closed the door behind him and took a seat opposite Sterling. "We have a problem," he began, trying to keep his voice steady. "A few days back, I began suspecting that some guy called Liam Carter was onto us. I know because I saw him at the party, and he had a conversation with Alisha which made me suspect him further. After that, I began noticing that someone was trailing my car and following me everywhere
JAMES WANE THE SECRET BILLIONAIRE 191
Chapter 191Just as Williams left Mr. Sterling's office, he quickly called Morris Huggo to come down to his office right away.A few minutes later, Morris knocked on the door and entered. "You wanted to see me, Mr. Sterling?""Yes, Morris, come in. I want to share a proverb with you," Mr. Sterling said, leaning back in his chair. "They say, 'The eagle that soars in the upper air does not worry about how it will cross rivers.'"Morris furrowed his brow, clearly puzzled. "I'm sorry, sir. I don't quite understand."Mr. Sterling sighed, then leaned forward, looking Morris directly in the eyes. "Tell me, Morris, what would you do if you found yourself in a room with a snake and a mouse?"Morris blinked, taken aback by the question. He hesitated for a moment before answering, "Well, sir, I'd probably get rid of the snake first. It's the more immediate threat."Mr. Sterling studied Morris's face carefully. After a tense pause, he nodded. "Good answer. It shows you understand prioritizing thr
JAMES WANE THE SECRET BILLIONAIRE 192
Chapter 192Meanwhile, just as Morris Huggo left, Mr. Sterling received a message from Eric Wood, the CEO, instructing him to come down to the conference room for an urgent meeting.Mr. Sterling quickly replied, "What's this about?""Just come to the conference room. It's urgent," was Eric's only response.Feeling a sense of unease, Mr. Sterling grabbed his jacket from the table and made his way to the conference room.As he entered, he saw the other board members already seated around the table: Mr. Patel, Mr. Thompson, Mrs. Jenkins, and—his heart skipped a beat—James Clarkson.Sterling's face hardened as he shook hands with the other board members, deliberately ignoring James. He took his seat at the other end of the table, his usual position as the director of the board.At the head of the table stood Eric Wood, the CEO. Eric greeted everyone, "Good afternoon, everyone. Thank you for coming on such short notice."Mr. Sterling glanced around the table, his eyes narrowing suspiciousl
JAMES WANE THE SECRET BILLIONAIRE 193
Chapter 193As soon as Mr. Sterling was back in his office, he took out his phone and dialed Williams' number."Williams," he said as soon as the call connected, "it's true. Liam Carter is onto us. He's trying to buy a share in EMC."Williams responded sharply, "And what did you do? As the director of the board, shouldn't you have put an end to it?"Mr. Sterling sighed heavily. "Every member of the board was in acceptance of it, including that little rascal James.""Shit! That's not an excuse," Williams retorted firmly. “You should have done better Mr. Sterling.”“I tried all my possible best but you know I didn't have the final say.”“I suspected this would happen.” Was Williams reply. “Liam Carter knows.”"But how was he able to find out about our operation?" Mr. Sterling quizzed, shifting uncomfortably in his seat. He moved the phone to his left ear."I should ask you that," Williams replied sharply. "The only person who knows about this is Morris. And speaking of Morris, have you q
JAMES WANE THE SECRET BILLIONAIRE 194
Chapter 194James was in his office when he heard the news that a street stalker was killed at Azul Bistro yesterday.The report left him uneasy, his mind racing with questions. How could this have happened? Who would have done such a thing?He began to piece together the events from yesterday.He didn't have concrete evidence, but he knew that Liam and his friend Nathaniel had been with Alisha at the restaurant, and James couldn't shake the suspicion that everything was linked to Liam Carter.He scratched his head, deep in thought. "How does this all connect?" he murmured to himself.There was a knock on the door to his office and it creaked open, and just then, Mrs. Lee's secretary walked."Mr. Clarkson! The CEO has demanded to see you right away. He said it's urgent."James quickly got up and rushed down to Eric's office.Eric was busy drafting a legal statement.James knocked and entered. "What's going on, Eric? The secretary said it was urgent."Eric looked up briefly, then conti
JAMES WANE THE SECRET BILLIONAIRE 195
Chapter 195**Same Day, 5 PM**Liam Carter and Kai Nakamura, accompanied by their security, drove to the old apartment complex to meet with Williams.The ride was a quiet one, each man lost in his own thoughts.Liam was contemplating how to approach the situation. This was his second time meeting Williams; the first had been a brief encounter. From everything Kai had told him, Liam knew that Williams was not someone to be underestimated—he was still a member of the Shadow Lotus.Kai, on the other hand, was consumed with thoughts of revenge. He couldn’t wait any longer to take down the man responsible for Master Chen's death. His mind raced with various scenarios and strategies.Just as Kai was deep in thought, Liam interrupted, “What are you thinking about?”Kai looked over at Liam, snapping out of his reverie. “Just... strategizing. Wondering if it’s the right time to confront Williams directly.”“Wait, are you out of your mind?” Liam shouted, sitting up abruptly in the moving car. “
JAMES WANE THE SECRET BILLIONAIRE 196
Chapter 196Williams was already there, waiting in the old man's study, a place he specifically chose. He sat up as Liam and his security approached, a wary look in his eyes.“Mr. Carter,” Williams greeted him coolly. “I have been expecting you.”“I assume you have questions.” Was Liam's cold response.Williams nodded, his expression serious. “I do. And I expect answers.”Liam smirked slightly. “Then let’s not waste any more time.”Williams stood up and picked up his dagger that was lying on the table. He rolled it in his hands and then stylishly walked towards Liam Carter, standing a few inches from him to sense if Liam was afraid.Liam's security responded abruptly by pointing their guns at Williams.Liam signaled for them to calm down, and they obeyed.Williams laughed, looking at them. He knew he could take both of them down in an instant.He turned back to face Liam seriously. "Why have you been following me?""Hahaha!" Liam laughed hard at the question. "You see, Williams, there
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Chapter 420: Alive?
Chapter 420: Alive?Liam Carter was leaning casually against the doorframe, arms crossed, his expression unreadable.He had been watching the fight.Observing.Calculating.And now, he had chosen the perfect moment to interrupt.Liam’s smirk was slight, but there was amusement in his eyes. “Well, well,” he drawled, his voice smooth. “I knew you had a personal vendetta, but I didn’t think you’d go for it this quickly.”Kai’s grip on the dagger didn’t loosen. His breathing was steady, but his anger was still boiling beneath the surface.“This isn’t your concern.” His voice was cold, sharp.Liam chuckled softly. “Oh, but it is. Everything that happens in this company is my concern now.”Williams coughed weakly, blood dripping from his mouth as he tried to push himself up.Kai’s hand twitched, but before he could make another move, Liam straightened, his eyes darkening just slightly. “That’s enough, Kai.”It wasn’t a suggestion.It was a command.And for the first time, Kai hesitated.Bec
Chapter 419: The Shadow behind him
Chapter 419: The Shadow behind himAs soon as they left Liam’s executive office Lina walked beside Kai, her eyes flickering over the sleek office layout of EMC. The company was undeniably impressive—modern, efficient, and filled with professionals who looked like they had their entire lives figured out.Yet here she was, a former college dropout, now working in the corporate world among men like Liam Carter and Kai Nakamura. Mysterious. Dangerous. Powerful.She exhaled softly and adjusted the strap of her handbag. “So,” she finally said, glancing at Kai. “What exactly is my job here? Because as far as I know, I have no official title, no formal role, and no one’s given me a job description.”Kai smirked, hands tucked into his pockets as he walked. “You assist me. That’s your job.”Lina raised a brow. “Assist you how? Like your personal secretary? Your bodyguard? Your emotional support human?”Kai chuckled, shaking his head. “You wish. I don’t need emotional support.”Lina snorted. “Ri
Chapter 418: A secret between us
Chapter 418: A secret between usAs soon as the meeting ended, Alisha had barely settled back into her office when her phone rang. She glanced at the caller ID—Mrs. Jenkins.Taking a deep breath, she answered. “Good afternoon, ma’am.”“Alisha,” Mrs. Jenkins’ voice came through, calm but firm. “I need you in my office immediately.”Alisha’s stomach twisted slightly. Had something gone wrong during the meeting? She quickly grabbed a notepad and made her way to the HR Director’s office.Inside, Mrs. Jenkins was seated behind her desk, reviewing documents. She looked up and gestured for Alisha to sit.“You’ve been chosen to show Liam Carter around the company,” she stated, setting the papers aside.Alisha blinked, surprised. “Me?”“Yes. Since you oversee the junior staff and know the company well, it makes sense.”Alisha hesitated, unsure how to respond. She wasn’t nervous about the task itself, but why hadn’t Liam told her about this whole acquisition before today? They had been secretly
Chapter 417: The meeting
Chapter 417: The meetingThe atmosphere in the boardroom was thick with tension. The long mahogany table, polished to a shine, was occupied by the most powerful figures at EMC. At the head sat Mr. Sterling, his sharp eyes scanning the room as if he could bend the situation to his will by sheer force. Across from him sat Liam Carter, relaxed but in full control, his presence commanding attention.Eric Wood, standing at the front of the room, cleared his throat. His fingers clutched the stack of documents in his hands, but despite his professional demeanor, there was something off about him—something weighed down by an invisible force.“As you all know, we are here to finalize the acquisition deal,” Eric said, his voice steady but lacking its usual authority. “Liam Carter has made an offer to purchase fifty percent of EMC, and after thorough discussions, we have decided to proceed with this agreement as it meets the company’s and the government’s requirements.”The murmurs started almos
Chapter 416: A Morning of Surprises
Chapter 416: A Morning of SurprisesThe morning sun spilled through the curtains, casting soft golden light across Alisha Carl’s bedroom. She lay still for a moment, her body relaxed beneath the sheets, when her phone vibrated on the nightstand.Blinking against the light, she reached for it, her lips curving into a slow smile when she saw the name on the screen. Liam Carter.She answered, bringing the phone to her ear.“Good morning, stranger.”His deep, smooth voice greeted her. “Morning, beautiful. Hope I’m not waking you.”Alisha stretched lazily, still curled up in bed. “Not really. I was about to get up.”“Liar. You sound too comfortable.”She smirked. “Maybe.”A soft chuckle rumbled through the speaker. “Did you sleep well?”“Mmm… kind of.”“Bad dreams?”“No, just… thinking too much.”Liam hesitated, then his voice dropped slightly. “About what?”She bit her lip, debating whether to tell him. But instead, she dodged. “Nothing important.”“Lies.”Alisha sighed. “Fine. I was thin
Chapter 415
Chapter 415The Wood residence in Diamondville was silent except for the ticking of the clock on the wall. The usually cozy living room, filled with soft lighting and warm-colored furniture, felt suffocating under the weight of frustration and desperation. A storm was brewing, not outside, but within the hearts of the people gathered there.Eric Wood sat on the edge of the couch, his hands clasped together, eyes fixed on the coffee table as if searching for answers within its polished surface. Beside him, his wife Mary leaned back against the cushions, her arm wrapped around Gwen Greene, who sat stiffly, her fingers tightly gripping the fabric of her jeans. Her red-rimmed eyes were proof of the battle she had been fighting—one that she was losing.James Wane stood near the window, his arms crossed, his sharp gaze observing the street outside as if expecting trouble at any moment. Unlike the others, he wasn’t drowning in emotions. He was thinking, calculating, waiting for the right mom
Chapter 414
Chapter 414Fifteen minutes later, The Sterling estate loomed in the darkness, its iron gates already open, waiting for Williams’ arrival. The driveway was lined with expensive cars, the polished surfaces reflecting the dim glow of the outdoor lights.Williams parked near the entrance, killed the engine, and sat there for a moment. He could see Mr. Sterling standing at the top of the steps, flanked by two of his men, Morris Huggo and another unknown guard.Taking a deep breath, Williams stepped out of the car. The cool air hit his face, but he didn’t flinch. He walked around to the back and yanked open the door.“Come get him.”The two guards moved quickly, lifting Jaxon Sterling from the backseat. He groaned as they dragged him toward the house. Williams watched with mild amusement.Mr. Sterling’s gaze followed his son before settling on Williams. His expression was unreadable, but the tension in his jaw was clear.“How bad is it?” Sterling finally asked, his voice low.Williams shru
Chapter 413
Chapter 413Meanwhile, that Sunday evening, Williams called Mr. Sterling to transfer the money for Jaxon’s release.He was inside the Range Rover car Mr Sterling had given him to avoid Kane, Tom and Dorian to know what’s going on. The phone rang twice before Mr. Sterling’s sharp voice came through.“Tell me you have my son.”Williams smirked, glancing out the window over at the unconscious Jaxon, who was slumped against the wall, his wrists loosely tied in front of him. His face was swollen, a deep cut above his eyebrow still fresh.“I have him,” Williams said, his voice smooth.There was a pause on the other end, then the cold reply. “Good! It’s done.”Williams exhaled slowly. “Good? Now, listen—I barely convinced the kidnappers to let him go. They weren’t happy about it, saying you messed with their boss, but luckily I knew one of them and gave them the money you sent. They took it and agreed to drop it. No loose ends. Although a few wanted more money.”Mr. Sterling’s voice was unre
Chapter 412
Chapter 412Liam Carter stood on the balcony, swirling the amber liquid in his glass as he watched the Rolls-Royce glide smoothly into the driveway below. The headlights cut through the evening dimness, casting long shadows across the estate’s stone-paved entrance. He exhaled slowly, leaning against the railing.Kai had already told him over the phone how things had gone down in Red Waters. The mission was completed, and somehow, Kai had decided to bring a girl back with him—an assistant, he had said. Liam found that strange. Kai wasn’t the type to get involved with anyone, much less take someone under his wing. But then again, Kai was full of surprises.He downed the rest of his drink, placed the glass on a nearby table, and made his way downstairs.By the time he stepped outside, Kai was already out of the car, standing beside a young woman who looked hesitant, almost as if she wasn’t sure whether to move or stay put. She had wide eyes, taking in the mansion with an expression that
