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Chapter 495
Chapter 495The room went very quiet. Pa Aaron’s face darkened and Ma Pat’s expression became stony. Even Kate looked uncomfortable, though whether that was because Henry had spoken an uncomfortable truth or because he had said it out loud where everyone could hear was unclear.“We are not ghost workers,” Pa Aaron said, his voice low and dangerous. “Your mother, your father, your uncle Mark, your aunt Lisa, your cousin Sophia, they all work for their positions. They may not be the hardest workers in the building but they earn their salaries.”“Do they?” Henry asked, his smirk widening. “Or do they just show up and collect money while other people do the actual work?”Richard stood up abruptly, his hands clenched at his sides. “That’s enough, Henry. You don’t know what you’re talking about.”“Don’t I?” Henry leaned back in his chair, looking pleased with himself for stirring up trouble. “I’ve heard the stories. The Carl family got positions at EMC through connections, not merit. And no
Chapter 494: Family Fury
Chapter 494: Family FuryThe Carl family home sat in a modest neighborhood on the western edge of Emerald Falls, a two-story house with peeling paint on the shutters and a front lawn that had seen better days. Inside, the living room was crowded with furniture that had been moved around too many times to fit properly, creating a cramped space that felt even smaller when multiple family members gathered there at once.Kate Carl paced back and forth in front of the television, her face flushed with anger and humiliation as she recounted the events from HR earlier that day. Her husband Richard sat in his usual armchair, his expression weary as he watched his wife work herself into a state. Pa Aaron and Ma Pat occupied the sofa, their faces set in matching expressions of disapproval, though whether that disapproval was directed at Kate or at Ana Davies remained unclear.“That little witch,” Kate spat, her hands clenched into fists at her sides. “Standing there like she’s better than every
Chapter 493
Chapter 493Liam set his glass down and leaned back in his chair, studying Eric with eyes that missed nothing. “You can work with me or you can work against me. If you work with me, I’ll make sure you keep your position as CEO when Sterling falls. I’ll protect you from the fallout and you’ll continue to run EMC with my backing and support. You’ll be well compensated and your family will be taken care of.”“And if I work against you?” Eric asked.“Then you’ll go down with Sterling,” Liam said simply. “I’ll make sure of it. Whatever dirt exists on you, whatever mistakes you’ve made, whatever secrets you’re keeping, I’ll find them and I’ll use them. You’ll lose everything, Eric. Your job, your reputation, maybe even your freedom depending on what I uncover.”Eric felt cold despite the warmth of the room. This was the threat James had predicted, the pressure point Liam would try to exploit. But Eric had prepared for this moment and he drew on that pre
Chapter 492: The Platinum Club
Chapter 492: The Platinum ClubEric Wood stood outside the Platinum Club for a full minute before walking through the entrance, his hand unconsciously moving to his chest where the small listening device sat hidden beneath his shirt and tie. The device was no bigger than a button and James had assured him it would work perfectly as long as Cara stayed within range, but Eric still felt exposed, like he was walking into a trap with nothing but good intentions and a wire to protect him.He took a breath and pushed through the heavy oak doors into the club’s interior. The smell hit him immediately, leather and aged wood and expensive cigars, the scent of money and power concentrated in one building. Conversations hummed around him in low tones as men in tailored suits leaned close to one another across polished tables, making deals and breaking competitors with nothing but words and handshakes.A hostess appeared at his elbow almost instantly, her smile profes
Chapter 491
Chapter 491After she left, Liam stood in the empty suite for a moment, organizing his thoughts and preparing mentally for the confrontation ahead. Eric Wood was smart, cautious, and increasingly suspicious of Liam’s intentions. The meeting tonight would require careful navigation, a balance between showing strength and maintaining the illusion that Liam was simply a concerned investor rather than someone actively working to undermine the company’s leadership.Liam collected his jacket and phone, checked his appearance one final time in the mirror, and left the suite. As he descended in the elevator toward the parking garage, his phone buzzed with a message from Kai.*Surveillance team confirms Lana and Ellen still in Santorini. No unusual activity. Bodyguard remains vigilant.*Liam typed back: *Continue monitoring. Report any changes immediately.*The elevator doors opened and Liam stepped into the parking garage, moving toward his black Mercedes with purposeful strides. He climbed i
Chapter 490
Chapter 490“I want what everyone wants,” he said quietly. “Power. Security. Control over my own destiny. But I also want you, Alisha. Not just as a secret we hide from EMC gossip, but as a genuine partner. Someone I can trust when things get complicated.”“Things are already complicated,” Alisha pointed out.“They’re about to get more complicated,” Liam said. He released her hand and stood, moving to the window where he pulled the curtains back slightly to reveal the river below, its surface reflecting the city lights in broken patterns. “I need to tell you something, and I need you to understand why I’m telling you.”Alisha sat forward, her attention completely focused on him now. “What is it?”Liam turned to face her, his expression serious. “I’m making a move against the Wane family. Not publicly, not violently, but strategically. I’m using my position at EMC as leverage to undermine their broader business interests.”Alisha’s eyes widened. “The Wane family? Liam, they’re the rich
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I hope Liam makes it out of this and james
I hope kuam makes a full recovery then fi ack and go after Williams and harrogu