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JAMES WANE THE SECRET BILLIONAIRE Chapter 440: Shifting Plans
Chapter 440: Shifting PlansWilliams leaned back in the plush leather seat of his car, his fingers tapping rhythmically against the steering wheel as he stared out at the neon glow of Emerald Falls. The city hummed with life, but his thoughts were far from the bustling streets. It had been weeks since he last saw Kane, Tom, and Dorian—weeks spent recovering from his injuries, handling personal affairs, and, most importantly, reworking his strategy.His hospitalization had been both a setback and a blessing in disguise. It gave him time to lay low, but it also meant he had to rely on others to maintain control in his absence. His orders before disappearing had been clear: Do not touch Jack and Jaxon. He had no intention of letting his assets go to waste. Jaxon’s father, Thomas Sterling, was too valuable, and keeping the boy alive meant keeping a financial lifeline open. That patience, however, had begun to wear thin.Williams had ensured Kane, Tom, and Dorian were taken care of during
JAMES WANE THE SECRET BILLIONAIRE Chapter 441: A Meeting before a Meeting
Chapter 441: A Meeting before a MeetingIt was Thursday, 8:00 AM. Williams stepped out of his sleek black car, straightening his suit as he glanced up at the EMC skyscraper. The towering glass building gleamed under the early morning sun, a silent testament to power, control, and hidden corruption. Today was not just any day—it was a crucial day. His long-awaited meeting with Liam loomed over him, and although Williams was no stranger to tension, he couldn’t shake the feeling that this meeting could go sideways if they weren’t careful.It had been days since his accident and hospitalization. The injuries were mostly healed, but the consequences of his absence were still unfolding. As he stepped inside the building, a wave of recognition washed over him.As he walked past the reception area, he noticed Sophia Carl, his step-cousin, sitting behind the desk with a sullen, lazy expression. He couldn’t help but wonder when a member of the Carl family had started working at EMC.Several sen
JAMES WANE THE SECRET BILLIONAIRE Chapter 442: A Meeting After a Meeting
Chapter 442: A Meeting After a MeetingWilliams stepped into the executive lounge, his sharp eyes immediately catching sight of Alisha Carl at the secretary’s desk. His brows knitted slightly. Alisha? He hadn’t expected to see her here, especially not in this position.“Alisha?” he called, pausing in front of her desk.Alisha looked up from the stack of documents she had been reviewing, a smile breaking across her face. “Oh, Williams!” she greeted warmly. “Good to see you back. I tried calling your hospital, but they said you weren’t taking visitors.”Williams gave a nonchalant shrug. “Yeah, I needed a moment to myself.”Alisha tilted her head slightly, studying him. “Glad to have you back. Hope you’re doing okay now. Sorry about your accident—” she smirked playfully, “—but I have to say, you really do have a habit of getting yourself into trouble.”Williams feigned a smile, though inwardly, he was already irritated. He didn’t have the patience for small talk today. His mind was preoc
JAMES WANE THE SECRET BILLIONAIRE Chapter 443: The evidence
Chapter 443: The evidenceThe air in Liam’s executive lounge was thick with tension. Williams sat stiffly, arms crossed, while Mr. Sterling and Morris Huggo remained equally silent, their expressions carefully guarded, waiting for Liam to continue.Across from them, Liam leaned casually against his desk, swirling the remnants of his wine, while Kai stood beside him, arms folded, his sharp gaze never leaving their faces.“You know,” Liam continue, voice smooth but laced with amusement, “I had a feeling you’d try something, but an assassination attempt? That’s bold—even for you, Williams.”Williams scoffed. “This is ridiculous. If you had any real proof aside from these grainy images, we wouldn’t be having this conversation—you’d have us locked up or worse.”Kai let out a low chuckle and pulled out another folder from inside his jacket. With a deliberate motion, he tossed it onto the table between them. “Take a good look,” Kai said, voice deceptively calm.Williams leaned forward slight
JAMES WANE THE SECRET BILLIONAIRE Chapter 444: A Web of Deception
Chapter 444: A Web of DeceptionWilliams unlocked his apartment door and stepped inside, exhaling deeply as he shut it behind him. His body still felt tense from the meeting—his ribs ached where Kai had struck him, and a dull headache throbbed at his temples. He set his bag down on the coffee table and loosened his tie, then walked over to the kitchen, pouring himself a drink with shaky hands.The meeting had been deadly—too close for comfort. Liam and Kai were a step ahead now, and that terrified him. For the first time in a long while, Williams felt a sense of powerlessness creeping in. He took a slow sip of his drink, letting the burn of the liquor ground him, then straightened up. No. He wouldn’t let them control him.They had given him an ultimatum: hand over everything about the virus or lose his life. That wasn’t an option. Williams wasn’t the kind of man to accept defeat. If they wanted the virus, he’d give it to them—but not the real one.He sat at his desk and powered on his
JAMES WANE THE SECRET BILLIONAIRE Chapter 445: The date
Chapter 445: The dateAs he walked toward the entrance, he spotted Lana sitting at a table near the window. She was scrolling through her phone, her lips slightly pursed, the way they always did when she was pretending to be annoyed but wasn’t actually mad.Williams smirked. She was predictable like that.He stepped inside, the scent of grilled steak and fine wine filling the air. A waiter approached, but Williams waved him off and made his way straight to Lana’s table.Lana was dressed in a sleek, off-shoulder emerald green dress that hugged her figure perfectly, accentuating her curves without being overly revealing. The fabric shimmered subtly under the restaurant’s warm lighting, giving her an effortlessly elegant look. A thin gold belt cinched at her waist, adding a touch of sophistication.Her long, blonde hair cascaded over one shoulder in soft waves, and she wore delicate gold earrings that caught the light whenever she moved. A matching gold bracelet adorned her wrist, comple
JAMES WANE THE SECRET BILLIONAIRE Chapter 446: Lana at EMC
Chapter 446: Lana at EMCThe morning broke with a soft, golden glow spilling through the sheer curtains, casting warm patterns across the room. Lana Wane stirred from her sleep, stretching lazily as a slow smile formed on her lips. Today marked the beginning of her long-anticipated one-month leave from her beauty and aesthetics company, and she planned to spend it in Greece with Ellen.Although Ellen was still deep in the whirlwind of a pre-presidential election campaign with her parents, Lana looked forward to their time together. She could already picture the sun-drenched beaches, the luxurious resorts, and the much-needed escape from the constant demands of her business.As she lay there, memories of last night’s dinner with Williams replayed in her mind. It had been a pleasant evening—good food, easy conversation, and, for once, no major arguments. The only tense moment came when she brought up James.She sighed, staring up at the ceiling. She still couldn’t understand why William
JAMES WANE THE SECRET BILLIONAIRE Chapter 1
It was a late winter night and cold outside. The street was decorated with Christmas lights of various shapes, sizes, and colors.James Wane had just returned home from work with a bouquet of flowers in his hand to surprise his wife, Alisha.It is their third wedding anniversary. He was tired but happy, looking forward to having an intimate night with her tonight just like a few days back.He didn't buy her any gift but he had prepared her favorite dish in the morning before he left for work. He quickly parked his electric bike outside and headed to the door to surprise her with the flowers.As he walked in, he was surprised to see two people seated in the sitting room watching TV. One was a middle-aged woman who looked about 40 years old. She was dressed in an expensive Dior gown and had an expensive Dior bag with the same color as the gown.The other was a young man in his late twenties. He was wearing casual wear. It was the kind of clothing you wear when you're relaxing. A T-shi
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Chapter 446: Lana at EMC
Chapter 446: Lana at EMCThe morning broke with a soft, golden glow spilling through the sheer curtains, casting warm patterns across the room. Lana Wane stirred from her sleep, stretching lazily as a slow smile formed on her lips. Today marked the beginning of her long-anticipated one-month leave from her beauty and aesthetics company, and she planned to spend it in Greece with Ellen.Although Ellen was still deep in the whirlwind of a pre-presidential election campaign with her parents, Lana looked forward to their time together. She could already picture the sun-drenched beaches, the luxurious resorts, and the much-needed escape from the constant demands of her business.As she lay there, memories of last night’s dinner with Williams replayed in her mind. It had been a pleasant evening—good food, easy conversation, and, for once, no major arguments. The only tense moment came when she brought up James.She sighed, staring up at the ceiling. She still couldn’t understand why William
Chapter 445: The date
Chapter 445: The dateAs he walked toward the entrance, he spotted Lana sitting at a table near the window. She was scrolling through her phone, her lips slightly pursed, the way they always did when she was pretending to be annoyed but wasn’t actually mad.Williams smirked. She was predictable like that.He stepped inside, the scent of grilled steak and fine wine filling the air. A waiter approached, but Williams waved him off and made his way straight to Lana’s table.Lana was dressed in a sleek, off-shoulder emerald green dress that hugged her figure perfectly, accentuating her curves without being overly revealing. The fabric shimmered subtly under the restaurant’s warm lighting, giving her an effortlessly elegant look. A thin gold belt cinched at her waist, adding a touch of sophistication.Her long, blonde hair cascaded over one shoulder in soft waves, and she wore delicate gold earrings that caught the light whenever she moved. A matching gold bracelet adorned her wrist, comple
Chapter 444: A Web of Deception
Chapter 444: A Web of DeceptionWilliams unlocked his apartment door and stepped inside, exhaling deeply as he shut it behind him. His body still felt tense from the meeting—his ribs ached where Kai had struck him, and a dull headache throbbed at his temples. He set his bag down on the coffee table and loosened his tie, then walked over to the kitchen, pouring himself a drink with shaky hands.The meeting had been deadly—too close for comfort. Liam and Kai were a step ahead now, and that terrified him. For the first time in a long while, Williams felt a sense of powerlessness creeping in. He took a slow sip of his drink, letting the burn of the liquor ground him, then straightened up. No. He wouldn’t let them control him.They had given him an ultimatum: hand over everything about the virus or lose his life. That wasn’t an option. Williams wasn’t the kind of man to accept defeat. If they wanted the virus, he’d give it to them—but not the real one.He sat at his desk and powered on his
Chapter 443: The evidence
Chapter 443: The evidenceThe air in Liam’s executive lounge was thick with tension. Williams sat stiffly, arms crossed, while Mr. Sterling and Morris Huggo remained equally silent, their expressions carefully guarded, waiting for Liam to continue.Across from them, Liam leaned casually against his desk, swirling the remnants of his wine, while Kai stood beside him, arms folded, his sharp gaze never leaving their faces.“You know,” Liam continue, voice smooth but laced with amusement, “I had a feeling you’d try something, but an assassination attempt? That’s bold—even for you, Williams.”Williams scoffed. “This is ridiculous. If you had any real proof aside from these grainy images, we wouldn’t be having this conversation—you’d have us locked up or worse.”Kai let out a low chuckle and pulled out another folder from inside his jacket. With a deliberate motion, he tossed it onto the table between them. “Take a good look,” Kai said, voice deceptively calm.Williams leaned forward slight
Chapter 442: A Meeting After a Meeting
Chapter 442: A Meeting After a MeetingWilliams stepped into the executive lounge, his sharp eyes immediately catching sight of Alisha Carl at the secretary’s desk. His brows knitted slightly. Alisha? He hadn’t expected to see her here, especially not in this position.“Alisha?” he called, pausing in front of her desk.Alisha looked up from the stack of documents she had been reviewing, a smile breaking across her face. “Oh, Williams!” she greeted warmly. “Good to see you back. I tried calling your hospital, but they said you weren’t taking visitors.”Williams gave a nonchalant shrug. “Yeah, I needed a moment to myself.”Alisha tilted her head slightly, studying him. “Glad to have you back. Hope you’re doing okay now. Sorry about your accident—” she smirked playfully, “—but I have to say, you really do have a habit of getting yourself into trouble.”Williams feigned a smile, though inwardly, he was already irritated. He didn’t have the patience for small talk today. His mind was preoc
Chapter 441: A Meeting before a Meeting
Chapter 441: A Meeting before a MeetingIt was Thursday, 8:00 AM. Williams stepped out of his sleek black car, straightening his suit as he glanced up at the EMC skyscraper. The towering glass building gleamed under the early morning sun, a silent testament to power, control, and hidden corruption. Today was not just any day—it was a crucial day. His long-awaited meeting with Liam loomed over him, and although Williams was no stranger to tension, he couldn’t shake the feeling that this meeting could go sideways if they weren’t careful.It had been days since his accident and hospitalization. The injuries were mostly healed, but the consequences of his absence were still unfolding. As he stepped inside the building, a wave of recognition washed over him.As he walked past the reception area, he noticed Sophia Carl, his step-cousin, sitting behind the desk with a sullen, lazy expression. He couldn’t help but wonder when a member of the Carl family had started working at EMC.Several sen
Chapter 440: Shifting Plans
Chapter 440: Shifting PlansWilliams leaned back in the plush leather seat of his car, his fingers tapping rhythmically against the steering wheel as he stared out at the neon glow of Emerald Falls. The city hummed with life, but his thoughts were far from the bustling streets. It had been weeks since he last saw Kane, Tom, and Dorian—weeks spent recovering from his injuries, handling personal affairs, and, most importantly, reworking his strategy.His hospitalization had been both a setback and a blessing in disguise. It gave him time to lay low, but it also meant he had to rely on others to maintain control in his absence. His orders before disappearing had been clear: Do not touch Jack and Jaxon. He had no intention of letting his assets go to waste. Jaxon’s father, Thomas Sterling, was too valuable, and keeping the boy alive meant keeping a financial lifeline open. That patience, however, had begun to wear thin.Williams had ensured Kane, Tom, and Dorian were taken care of during
Chapter 439: Power Play
Chapter 439: Power PlayEric opened the heavy wooden door and stepped inside Liam’s office. The scent of aged whiskey and fine leather filled the air, mixing with the faint aroma of the cologne Liam always wore. As expected, Liam was in his favorite position—standing in front of the massive floor-to-ceiling glass window, staring out over the city skyline. A glass of deep red wine was balanced in his hand, swirling gently as he moved his wrist in slow, deliberate motions.Eric shut the door behind him and took a deep breath before speaking. “Liam.”Liam didn’t turn around. He simply took a sip of his wine, savoring the taste before exhaling softly. “Eric,” he responded in a calm but detached tone.Eric took a step forward, his hands in his pockets as he studied Liam’s posture. “We need to talk.”Liam finally turned, a slight smirk playing at the corner of his lips. “Oh? About what?” he asked, though his tone suggested he already knew.Eric didn’t waste time. “Your recent decisions. The
Chapter 438: The Carl Family’s Return
Chapter 438: The Carl Family’s ReturnThe tension at EMC was thick as news of the Carl family’s return spread like wildfire. Employees whispered in hushed tones as they watched the once-untouchable family members shuffle through the hallways, no longer carrying the air of arrogance they once did.“I can’t believe they’re back and not jailed,” one employee muttered near the breakroom.“And not just back—actually working,” another added with a smirk.For months, the Carls had been ghost employees, collecting salaries and perks without lifting a finger. Many had expected EMC to throw the book at them, maybe even see them behind bars. But instead, Liam did something far better—he used his power to pardon them of their misuse of power, their privileges, and their status.Now, they had to actually work for what they once took for granted.At Human Resources, Janet Moore, Liam’s former secretary, sat behind her desk, skimming through the Carl family’s files with a sour expression.She had br
