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JAMES WANE THE SECRET BILLIONAIRE Chapter 235
Chapter 235After being attacked by Nathaniel Grey (Kai Nakamura), James and Gregor managed to get up and watched from a distance the intense fight between him and the two fake firefighters weighing the consequences of intervening.From the look of things, It was clear that the two firefighters were not a match for Nathaniel Grey. He moved skillfully with a deadly fighting style that aimed at unaliving the men.But just as the building creaked loudly, they saw one of the fake fire fighters shove Nathaniel aside and dive into the staircase with his partner following close behind. Whether they survived, James and Gregor couldn’t tell.And that may become their fate if they don't get out now! James turned to Gregor. "We need to get out of here. Now."Gregor nodded. "Agreed. Let’s head for the main entrance, but we need to be cautious. We can’t afford to be seen."They moved swiftly but carefully, making their way to the staircase leading downstairs. The flames roared around them, but the
JAMES WANE THE SECRET BILLIONAIRE Chapter 236
Chapter 236The next morning, as early as 6 a.m., James and Gregor freshened up, left the motel, and headed straight to EMC. They flagged down a taxi and gave the driver their location. As they drove through the city, the news of the fire at Carter Comb was broadcast on the radio. The report mentioned that Liam Carter, the CEO, had narrowly escaped assassination and was badly injured and bruised at the hands of four men who had disguised themselves as firefighters. Hearing this, James heaved a sigh of relief.The taxi driver, an older man with a gruff voice, shook his head. "It's a damn shame what's happening in this city. People can't even go to work without worrying about some maniacs setting buildings on fire."James nodded, engaging the man in conversation. "Yeah, it's terrible. Can't believe something like that happened at Carter Comb. What do you think about it?"The driver sighed. "It's a sad state of affairs. Used to be a safe place, this city. Now, you can't trust anyone. I
JAMES WANE THE SECRET BILLIONAIRE Chapter 237
Chapter 237Alisha was preparing for work when she heard the news. Fear gripped her, and she couldn't believe what had just happened. It was only yesterday that she had seen him at the hospital when he came to visit her dad.She quickly rushed to the living room to confirm if the news was true. But when she got there, she remembered that her mom had recently broken the TV. She sighed in frustration and turned to head back to her room.Her mom, Kate, was sitting in the living room and noticed Alisha’s distressed state. "What’s the matter, Alisha?" she asked."Nothing, Mom," Alisha replied tersely.Kate looked at her daughter with concern. "How’s your dad? When do you plan on taking me to see him?"Ever since Richard was taken to the hospital for treatment, Kate had been constantly asking Alisha to see him. Kate's sudden change in behavior and newfound kindness towards Richard irritated Alisha, who knew her mom was simply a gold digger.Alisha flared up. "As if you care about him," she
JAMES WANE THE SECRET BILLIONAIRE Chapter 238
Chapter 238Kai managed to control himself, suppressing his rage for the sake of Liam's condition."Kai, are you listening to me?" Alisha asked, her voice trembling with concern.Kai's eyes flickered with cold anger as he finally looked at her. "I need to be alone, Alisha," he said curtly. "Just… leave me alone."The coldness in his voice was like a slap to her face. Alisha's tears fell freely now, but she nodded and stood up. She understood that he was in pain and needed time to process everything.Without another word, she turned and left the room, feeling more helpless than ever.As she walked out, she glanced back one last time at Kai, who had already turned away from her, lost in his dark thoughts.She wished there was something she could do to help, but she knew that right now, space was the only thing she could offer him.Back in the hallway, Alisha leaned against the wall, trying to steady her breathing. The weight of the day's events was pressing down on her. She had come her
JAMES WANE THE SECRET BILLIONAIRE Chapter 239
Chapter 239Kai remained in his corner, fists clenched, and thoughts swirling. He hated feeling this helpless and out of control. His mind raced with thoughts of vengeance against Williams and anyone else responsible for Liam's condition. But deep down, he knew that acting on those impulses now would only make things worse.Yesterday, he had already put someone in charge and instructed the security guards to look around the company for any signs of evidence against the culprits—CCTV footage and all.He replayed the events in his mind: the fire, the fight, the chaos. It all seemed like a nightmare. His thoughts drifted to Liam, who lay unconscious in a hospital bed, fighting for his life. The anger inside Kai slowly gave way to a profound sense of guilt and sorrow. He had failed to protect his friend, and that failure gnawed at him.After what felt like hours, Kai finally stood up and walked to the window. The sun was beginning to set, casting a warm glow over the city. It was a stark
JAMES WANE THE SECRET BILLIONAIRE Chapter 240
Chapter 240Alisha spent the entire evening at Skycare, consumed by worry and anxiety. As night fell, she decided to check up on her father, who was still receiving treatment in a different ward. Though he had almost recovered, the strain of recent events weighed heavily on her mind.Before leaving, she informed Kai, who nodded solemnly. "Take care, Alisha. If anything changes with Liam, I'll let you know.""Thank you, Kai," she replied softly before making her way to her father's ward.When she walked in, she found Richard sitting up on his bed, his face lighting up with a smile as he saw her. "Alisha! It's good to see you, sweetheart.""Hi, Dad," she managed to say, her voice cracking slightly.Richard immediately noticed the strain on her face. His smile faded into concern. "What’s wrong, darling? You look so distressed."Alisha couldn’t hold back her tears any longer. She began sobbing, covering her face with her hands. "It’s Liam, Dad. He’s in a terrible condition."Richard’s eye
JAMES WANE THE SECRET BILLIONAIRE Chapter 241
Chapter 241After some more tries, Kai managed to put a call through to a tow truck operator.Alisha could hear him explaining the situation to the tow truck operator. When he hung up, he turned to her. "They’ll be here in about twenty minutes. In the meantime, let’s try to stay warm in my car."Alisha shivered slightly, the cold seeping through her clothes. "Thank you, Kai. I don’t know what I would’ve done if you hadn’t shown up."Kai gave her a small smile. "It’s nothing. I couldn’t leave you out here alone. Besides, I was worried about you."Alisha’s expression softened. "I was so scared, Kai. First Liam, and now this... it’s been a terrible day."Kai reached over and took her hand, giving it a reassuring squeeze. "We’ll get through this, Alisha. Liam’s strong, and he’ll pull through. And we’ll find out who did this and make them pay."She nodded, feeling a sense of comfort from his words. "You’re right. We have to stay strong."They sat in silence in the car for a moment, the rai
JAMES WANE THE SECRET BILLIONAIRE Chapter 242
Chapter 242After waiting for about an hour, the evening had already started to fade into night. Alisha and Kai sat in the waiting area of the service station, each lost in their own thoughts. Alisha tried to stay calm, but worry etched her features. Finally, the mechanic approached them, wiping his hands on a rag."I'm sorry to inform you, ma'am," the mechanic said, his voice filled with genuine regret, "but there's a part missing that we need to fix your car. We don't have it in stock right now."Alisha's face fell. "Oh no... How long will it take to get the part?"The mechanic shook his head. "I'm not sure. It could be a couple of days before we can get it in and fix your car."Alisha sighed, rubbing her temples. "That's just great. What am I supposed to do now?"Kai, who had been quietly listening, spoke up. "Don't worry about it, Alisha. I'll drive you home myself."Alisha looked at him, relief washing over her. "Are you sure, Kai? It's pretty late, and I don’t want to inconvenie
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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
