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JAMES WANE THE SECRET BILLIONAIRE Chapter 288
Chapter 288The truth of the matter is that Kai Nakamura knew, deep down, that Liam Carter would be attacked at the hospital sooner or later by the same people who had tried to assassinate him before.And so, he had been waiting patiently for that day.This was precisely why he had objected to the 24-hour security outside Liam's ward when it was advised. It wasn’t that he didn’t care about Liam’s safety, but rather that Kai was a strategist, always thinking several moves ahead.He knew that such tight security would only tip off the attackers, making them change their plans or become even more elusive.Every night since Liam’s hospitalization, Kai had made it a point to come to the hospital around midnight and stay until the early morning hours, keeping a watchful eye.He knew that was when the assassins would likely strike—under the cover of darkness when the hospital was at its quietest.Kai Nakamura was incredibly sharp. Even Gregor, the private investigator he had supposedly hired
JAMES WANE THE SECRET BILLIONAIRE Chapter 289
Chapter 289Sasha and Kai faced each other, the tension thick in the air. The hospital room was dimly lit, and their shadows danced as they prepared to fight.Sasha’s eyes narrowed, every muscle in her body ready to strike. Kai, calm and composed, stood still, waiting for her to make the first move.Sasha charged at Kai, throwing a series of fast punches aimed at his head and chest. But Kai blocked every hit with ease.The room echoed with the sound of their blows—flesh hitting flesh, the dull thud of fists against arms, and the sharp crack of bone against bone.Kai deflected a strong right hook from Sasha and quickly kicked her in the stomach. She grunted as the air was knocked out of her, but she didn’t stop.Instead, she spun around, trying to kick Kai in the head. He ducked just in time, and as she landed, he swept his leg out, knocking her off balance.Sasha stumbled but quickly got back on her feet. She jumped into the air, aiming a knee at Kai’s chest. He blocked it with his ar
JAMES WANE THE SECRET BILLIONAIRE Chapter 290
Chapter 290Kai crouched beside Sasha's lifeless body, his mind focused but tinged with the faintest sense of regret.As he began to search her, Liam stood a few steps back, his eyes darting between Sasha and Kai. He was clearly still shaken, fear gnawing at him.“Is she dead?” Liam asked, his voice trembling.Kai nodded, his expression unreadable. “Yes, she’s dead.”Liam exhaled sharply. “Good. I don’t know what I would’ve done if you hadn’t shown up.Kai looked up from Sasha’s body and asked, “Where is she?”He was referring to Alisha.Liam pointed weakly towards the hallway. “She’s over there... still breathing, but she was knocked out by that... that bitch.” He gestured towards Sasha, his voice thick with anger and fear.Kai didn’t respond. Instead, he turned his attention back to Sasha’s body, his face set in a grim expression as he methodically began to search her.His hands moved with precision, first removing the face mask to reveal her true identity. Her face, now exposed, sur
JAMES WANE THE SECRET BILLIONAIRE Chapter 291
Chapter 291Meanwhile, Richard sat in the reception area, his thoughts swirling as he waited for Alisha to return.The reception was quiet, the dim lighting casting long shadows across the polished floors.A few chairs were scattered around, most of them empty except for two other people—an elderly man reading a newspaper and a young woman engrossed in her phone.The night staff at the desk looked half-asleep, their faces illuminated by the soft glow of their computer screens.He glanced at the clock on the wall for what felt like the hundredth time.Alisha had been gone for too long. She had rushed back upstairs to retrieve her keys from Liam’s ward, but it shouldn't have taken this long.Richard frowned, a sense of unease settling in his chest. Several times, he considered going after her, but each time he dismissed the thought.Perhaps she was simply catching up with Liam, and he didn’t want to intrude on their moment.But as the minutes ticked by, the unease grew stronger. Finally
JAMES WANE THE SECRET BILLIONAIRE Chapter 292
Chapter 292Williams was still in the car, his eyes fixed on the entrance of the hospital.The second he saw Nathaniel Grey enter the building, a cold dread settled in his gut.He clenched the steering wheel, his mind racing. It was over. He knew it deep down. Sasha didn’t stand a chance against someone like Nathaniel.He reached for the earpiece, trying one last time to contact her. “Sasha, abort the mission. Get out of there,” he whispered urgently.But there was no response, only the faint crackle of static. His heart pounded in his chest. She was either too focused on the mission to respond or something had gone terribly wrong.For a brief moment, he considered going in after her, but then he hesitated. This wasn’t part of the plan. Sasha was a professional; she knew the risks, and she had taken full responsibility for the job.Williams told himself he wasn’t going to risk his own neck for her, especially not with Nathaniel in the picture. She was paid handsomely for this, after a
JAMES WANE THE SECRET BILLIONAIRE Chapter 293
Chapter 293Down the hall, in Liam’s ward, the police had begun their investigation. Officers cordoned off the area, questioning the hospital staff and taking statements from anyone who might have seen or heard anything unusual.The tension in the air was palpable, as everyone braced themselves for what might come next.Liam, still shaken from the attack, sat quietly in his room, his mind racing. Kai Nakamura was beside him, his face a mask of calm determination.Two officers, Detective Andrews and Detective Ramirez, were assigned to speak with Liam. As they approached the ward, they exchanged a brief glance, acknowledging the sensitivity of the situation.Liam Carter was not just another patient; he was a high-profile individual, and the incident involved serious criminal implications.Detective Andrews, the more seasoned of the two, knocked on the door gently but firmly. When the door opened, they were met by Kai Nakamura, who gave them a wary look."We're here to speak with Mr. Car
JAMES WANE THE SECRET BILLIONAIRE Chapter 294
Chapter 294Kai closed the door quietly after the police left, the soft click echoing in the silence of the room.He walked back with measured steps and sat down across from Liam, who was staring at the floor, lost in thought.The tension between them was thick, a mixture of anxiety, anger, and uncertainty hanging in the air.Liam had been moved to a different room already, one that was now guarded by security officers stationed just outside the door.The extra protection was meant to reassure him, but it did little to ease his mind.Despite the added precautions, Liam had already made up his mind—he would leave the hospital later that day.The idea of staying any longer, even with only three days left until his official discharge, felt unbearable to him.The night's event had shaken him so deeply that he couldn’t imagine spending another night in the hospital, no matter how secure it was supposed to be.He finally broke the silence, his voice heavy with frustration. “So, who do you t
JAMES WANE THE SECRET BILLIONAIRE Chapter 295
Chapter 295As Alisha slowly regained consciousness, her eyelids fluttered open, revealing the sterile white ceiling of the hospital room.The room was quiet except for the soft beeping of the machines monitoring her vitals. She felt disoriented, her thoughts scattered.The elderly nurse who had been monitoring her noticed the movement and immediately came to her side.“Alisha, can you hear me?” the nurse asked gently, placing a hand on her arm.Alisha’s eyes slowly focused on the nurse. “Where… where am I?” she asked weakly, her voice barely a whisper.“You're in the hospital,” the nurse replied with a calm, reassuring tone. “You had a bit of a scare, but you’re safe now.”The nurse leaned in closer, checking Alisha’s pulse and then adjusting the IV drip in her arm.She took out a stethoscope and placed it on Alisha’s chest, listening carefully to her heartbeat. Satisfied with what she heard, she moved on to check her blood pressure, scribbling notes onto a chart hanging by the bed.
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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
