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JAMES WANE THE SECRET BILLIONAIRE Chapter 410
Chapter 410The word cut through the air, stopping Kai and Lina in their tracks.Kai turned his head slightly, eyes narrowing. He recognized the voice.Scarface.The gang leader had stood up, taking slow, deliberate steps toward him. His boots echoed against the floor. His men shifted, watching closely, waiting.Kai turned fully to face him. “Well? What is it?”Scarface stopped just a foot away. He studied Kai for a moment, his dark eyes unreadable. Then, his lips curled into a smirk.“I want to give you an opportunity,” he said.Kai tilted his head slightly. “Is that so?”Scarface nodded. “You and I—we have a common enemy. If you’re serious about wiping them out, then I say we work together.” He tilted his head slightly. “But you don’t get to walk in here and make demands. If you want to work with me, you do it under me.”Kai’s smirk didn’t fade, but his eyes sharpened.“Become my lieutenant,” Scarface continued. “Take Bloodhound’s position and work for me. Then we’ll talk about wipi
JAMES WANE THE SECRET BILLIONAIRE Chapter 411
Chapter 411Lina still felt the weight of the night pressing on her chest as she and Kai walked into the dimly lit airport. The air smelled of coffee and jet fuel, and the soft murmur of conversations filled the space. She barely registered the people moving past them, her mind still replaying the scene at the pit—Scarface, his men, the blood on the ground, and Kai, standing there like he had done it all before.Kai, as always, seemed completely unfazed. He led the way to the ticket counter, his movements calm and deliberate. Lina followed, still struggling to gather her thoughts.The woman behind the counter looked up, her professional smile never faltering. “Where to?”Kai slid his card onto the counter. “Two tickets to Emerald Falls. First class.”Lina blinked. First class? She hadn’t even thought about how they’d be traveling, but of course, Kai wouldn’t settle for anything less.The ticket agent’s fingers moved over the keyboard. “There’s a flight leaving in an hour. Shall I book
JAMES WANE THE SECRET BILLIONAIRE 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
JAMES WANE THE SECRET BILLIONAIRE 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
JAMES WANE THE SECRET BILLIONAIRE 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
JAMES WANE THE SECRET BILLIONAIRE 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
JAMES WANE THE SECRET BILLIONAIRE Chapter 416: A Morning of Surprises
Chapter 416: A Morning of Surprises The 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. “F
JAMES WANE THE SECRET BILLIONAIRE 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
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Chapter 468: The Hidden Hand
Chapter 468: The Hidden HandThe dawn light crept beneath the heavy drapes of Williams Jesse’s bedroom, painting thin stripes of gold across his neatly made bed. He lay still for a moment, listening to the low hum of traffic outside. On the bedside table, the news channel played on mute, flashing headlines across the screen: “EMC VIRUS NEUTRALIZED,” “CUSTOMERS POUR BACK IN,” and “COMPANY STABILITY RESTORED.”Williams propped himself up on one elbow and reached for the remote, clicking off the TV. He studied the blank screen for a heartbeat, then swung his legs over the edge of the bed and stood. The past few days had been a masterclass in deception, and now the world believed the danger was gone. But in truth, the real virus—silent, undetectable, and far more dangerous—lay hidden in the deepest layers of EMC’s network.He dressed quickly in a crisp white shirt and charcoal slacks, buttoning cuffs with precise motions. His reflection in the mirror showed a calm, confident man. No one w
Chapter 467: The Applause
Chapter 467: The ApplauseThe afternoon sun cast a golden hue over the EMC skyscraper, its reflective glass exterior shimmering like a beacon of triumph. Inside, the atmosphere was electric. An impromptu all-staff meeting had been called by CEO Eric Wood, a rare occurrence that sent ripples of curiosity and anticipation through every department.Employees from all levels gathered in the grand auditorium, a state-of-the-art facility designed for such significant announcements. The room buzzed with chatter, the air thick with excitement and speculation. Whispers of the recent virus removal and the mysterious figure behind it dominated conversations.The middle rows were filled with dozens of staff from departments like finance, IT, customer care, logistics, and development. They whispered, leaned sideways, and shared raised brows as they clapped.“That’s the guy, right?” one whispered to her colleague.“Nathaniel Grey. They say he barely even comes to EMC.”“Well, he shows up and boom—t
Chapter 466: The Ghost in the Code
Chapter 466: The Ghost in the CodeThe sun rose lazily over Emerald Falls, its golden rays piercing through the sleek glass exterior of the EMC skyscraper. Inside, however, the day had started long before dawn. The Control Center’s success had set off a chain reaction that echoed through every floor, every department, and every hallway of the company.By 9 a.m., EMC was alive with celebration. In the reception area of the main lobby, clusters of employees stood huddled around digital screens and glowing tables, their voices buzzing like a swarm of bees. The virus was gone. Just like that. No system crashes, no missing files, and no corrupted data logs. Overnight, the ghost that had haunted their finance sector for months had vanished.Cheers broke out when the first internal memo was released.INTERNAL MEMO – SYSTEM STABILITY REPORT“All affected sectors have been restored. The virus has been neutralized. Full operations have resumed.”The message bore the signature of Liam Carter, no
Chapter 465: Control Protocol
Chapter 465: Control ProtocolThe glass elevator hummed softly as it descended into the lower chambers of EMC, its view revealing the underbelly of one of the most secure buildings in Emerald Falls.Liam stood with his hands clasped behind his back, his posture relaxed, but his face was painted with that same smug satisfaction that often made people unsure whether to admire or hate him. Beside him, Kai stood silent, his sharp eyes flicking down to his laptop screen as he made last-minute checks to his code. He had double-checked everything already—but he enjoyed looking busy, especially when people were watching.When the elevator doors opened, they stepped into a dim, sterile corridor lined with gleaming silver panels. At the far end stood a massive, armored gate bearing the seal of EMC. Mounted beside it was a tall humanoid figure—an android security guard that looked like something out of a dystopian dream. It had no visible face, just a smooth metallic mask with a glowing blue str
Chapter 464: The Test of Control
Chapter 464: The Test of ControlLiam Carter walked into his office with the slow, confident gait of a man who believed the world was just one move away from kneeling. His tailored navy coat swayed with each step. He had just finished a meeting with Eric Wood.At the far end of the room, Kai Nakamura sat cross-legged on the edge of a sleek glass desk, a laptop balanced on his thigh. His posture was casual, too relaxed. Kai always carried himself like the room belonged to him—even if it didn’t.Liam didn’t look at him. He was already pulling off his gloves, tossing them carelessly on the table. “Eric folded faster than I thought,” he muttered. “His spine’s made of jelly.”Kai didn’t look up. He tapped a few keys, scrolling through rows of code that glowed green against the black screen. “Shocking,” he replied flatly. “You threatened to expose him to the court. That tends to do the trick.”Liam pressed the intercom. “Alisha, get Mr. Arjun Patel here. Now.”“Yes, Mr. Carter,” came the cr
Chapter 463: The Balance of Power
Chapter 463: The Balance of PowerThe morning sun was barely up when Liam Carter stepped out of his black SUV, surrounded by two bodyguards in dark suits. The air around EMC headquarters was thick with tension, though the usual buzz of employees trying to look busy filled the halls. In his office on the top floor, Eric sat behind his desk, sipping black coffee and flipping through reports. He looked tired, his hair a little messier than usual and his tie loosened. His secretary, Cara Hart, tapped on his glass door and entered without waiting for a response.“Sir,” she said, a little nervously, “Liam Carter is on his way up to see you.”Eric’s hand paused mid-turn on a report page. He looked up slowly. “Now?”Cara nodded. “He didn’t book a meeting. Just said he’s coming. Should I let him in?”Eric exhaled and leaned back in his chair. “Of course you should,” he muttered. “Let him in.”A few seconds later, the door opened, and Liam walked in like he owned the place. His suit was sharp,
Chapter 462: Voices of War
Chapter 462: Voices of WarThe night air was heavy, still laced with the tension of the exchange that had just gone down. The warehouse was cold and dimly lit, the air thick with smoke and silence. Rusted metal beams lined the ceiling, and old crates were stacked against the cracked walls.Williams stepped inside, his black coat dragging slightly on the concrete floor. Kane, Tom, and Dorian were already there, seated around a battered steel table, waiting for him like wolves ready for the hunt.William tossed the duffel bag onto the table and unzipped it.“This is a lot of cash,” he said, glancing around at the others. “It’s not smart to walk around with this much money. I’ll take it to the bank, make a deposit, and then transfer your cut to each of you.”The others nodded in agreement.“You said you had the man who killed Sasha,” Kane spoke first, his voice low and impatient, his fingers drumming restlessly on the table.Williams said nothing at first. He walked to the center of the
Chapter 461: Smoke and Shadows
Chapter 461: Smoke and ShadowsWilliams stepped out of Mr. Sterling’s office with his hands buried deep in the pockets of his coat. The soft click of the door closing behind him felt like a seal on a conversation he had no intention of honoring. His steps were steady, but his mind was racing. The hallway was quiet, only the muffled sounds of chatter from distant rooms echoing faintly. None of it concerned him. Not now.He made his way down the elevator, the polished metal doors reflecting his cold stare. As the numbers ticked down floor by floor, he exhaled slowly and murmured to himself, “They really think I’m playing by their rules…”The elevator doors opened, and he walked into the underground parking lot. He moved like a man with a purpose. His driverless black sedan waited where it always did. He slipped inside, started the engine, and drove off without a second thought.The sun outside was beginning to set, bathing the streets of Emerald Falls in golden light, but Williams wasn’
Chapter 460: A Perfect Plan
Chapter 460: A Perfect PlanInside Mr. Sterling’s office, the atmosphere was tense. The air smelled of dark roast coffee and expensive cologne, but under it all was a scent of fear—muffled, but present. The lights were dimmed, casting long shadows across the wooden floor and walls lined with books and polished glass cases. It was supposed to be a place of quiet intellect, but today it was a battlefield of ideas and schemes.Mr. Sterling paced behind his desk, arms folded tightly behind his back, jaw clenched. His face was hard to read, but his silence spoke volumes. Across the room, Williams sat comfortably on the leather sofa, legs crossed, hands folded casually on his knee. There was a slight smirk on his face, a glimmer of confidence that hadn’t been there a few days ago.“I’ve delivered the fake virus to Liam,” Williams said, breaking the silence. “He didn’t suspect a thing. He even agreed to test it. That buys us enough time.”Sterling stopped pacing and turned, brows furrowed. “
