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JAMES WANE THE SECRET BILLIONAIRE Chapter 452: The Breaking Point
Chapter 452: The Breaking PointNoon at EMC’s business department was like any other—employees buried in their screens, answering emails, processing client requests, and ensuring deals were moving forward. Phones rang, fingers tapped against keyboards, and conversations buzzed in low murmurs across the open office.Among them sat Kate Carl, arms crossed, her expression sour as she stared blankly at her computer screen. She had never imagined herself working here, trapped in a dull routine of reports and calls. If things had gone as planned, Liam would have taken care of everything, and she wouldn’t have to pretend to be busy at a job she despised. The thought of James Clarkson still fueled her resentment.“That bastard,” she muttered under her breath, dragging her mouse across the screen, barely skimming the details of an email request before hammering out a quick, dismissive response.She pressed send without a second thought and leaned back in her chair, exhaling heavily.Her phone
JAMES WANE THE SECRET BILLIONAIRE Chapter 453: The Weighing of Power
Chapter 453: The Weighing of PowerEric Wood sat behind his large mahogany desk in his office, a room filled with soft light and quiet determination.As the CEO of EMC, he carried a heavy burden. He had spent many sleepless nights weighing the conflicting pressures of his role. Today, his mind was occupied with thoughts of loyalty, secrecy, and the dangerous game that was being played inside the company.Eric knew well that he had a secret alliance with James Wane—an alliance that gave him access to confidential information and a chance to steer the company away from disaster. James had told him everything about Liam’s latest move: Liam had sent his personal assistant, Nathaniel Grey, to hire a private investigator to dig into every detail about Lana Wane. Eric frowned as he recalled the conversation. James was convinced that Liam’s agenda was far larger than simply taking over EMC. Liam was obsessed with meeting the true owner of EMC—a title that, in secret, belonged to James himself
JAMES WANE THE SECRET BILLIONAIRE Chapter 454: The Parasite Deception
Chapter 454: The Parasite DeceptionThat afternoon, the corridors of EMC were unusually quiet. The polished floors and soft hum of distant voices provided a calm backdrop to a storm that was brewing behind closed doors.Williams Jesse strode down the hall with a determined look on his face. Clutched tightly in his hand was his sleek laptop—a tool that had become his constant companion for many sleepless nights. He had been working into the late hours for days on end, perfecting a dangerous piece of software: a fake virus, one that could serve as a mask for their true financial schemes. Now, at long last, he believed he was successful.Williams reached the heavy oak door of Mr. Sterling’s private office. He paused for a moment, taking a deep breath, then knocked sharply. The sound of his knock echoed in the quiet hallway. The door opened, and Mr. Sterling, looked up from a stack of documents on his mahogany desk. His eyes, cold and calculating, studied Williams as he stepped into the r
JAMES WANE THE SECRET BILLIONAIRE Chapter 455: Fractured Loyalties
Chapter 455: Fractured LoyaltiesWilliams stepped into Liam’s high-rise executive office lounge with quiet confidence. The polished marble floors and large glass windows gave the room an air of authority. However, what greeted him was far from the quiet corporate setting he expected. In the middle of the office, voices rose in anger and frustration.At a long, modern table stood Kate, her face flushed with fury. Across from her, her daughter Alisha, with worry in her eyes, tried to calm her mother down. The tension in the room was palpable.“Mother, why are you fighting with a colleague?” Alisha asked, her voice trembling slightly as she attempted to reason with Kate.Kate’s eyes blazed with anger. “Don’t tell me what to do, Alisha,” she snapped. “This is not about you. This is about standing up for myself. Maya called me a ghost worker, and I will not tolerate such insults.”Alisha’s brow furrowed. “But Mother, fighting is not the answer. Why not talk to her instead of this chaos?”K
JAMES WANE THE SECRET BILLIONAIRE Chapter 456: The Deception Unfolds
Chapter 456: The Deception UnfoldsLiam’s office was spacious, modern room filled with sleek furniture and panoramic views of the city as it has always been. Natural light spilled through the floor-to-ceiling windows, illuminating the polished desk and the abstract art on the walls. Liam stood near the window when he saw Williams enter. His eyes, sharp and calculating, immediately focused on the man before him.“Williams,” Liam said in a measured tone, turning from the window to face him. “So, have you brought everything I asked for?”Williams nodded and, without wasting a moment, set his laptop down on the large mahogany table at the center of the room. The laptop was his trusted tool—a machine he had worked on for many sleepless nights. It contained his latest creation: the fake parasite virus, a sophisticated program designed to destabilize the control unit of EMC without the security department ever noticing.“Yes, Liam,” Williams replied confidently. “I have everything ready.”Li
JAMES WANE THE SECRET BILLIONAIRE Chapter 457: Unraveling the Code
Chapter 457: Unraveling the CodeAfter Williams departed, Liam stood alone in his expansive office, the city skyline stretching out behind him through the floor-to-ceiling windows. The laptop sat ominously on his sleek, mahogany desk.Despite his position of power, Liam felt a twinge of unease. High-tech intricacies were not his forte, and the cascading lines of code on the screen seemed as indecipherable as an ancient script.Furrowing his brow, Liam reached for his phone and dialed Kai’s number. The phone barely rang once before Kai’s calm voice answered.“Kai, it’s Liam. Williams has delivered the program of the virus,” Liam began, his tone measured but with an undertone of urgency. “I need you to come by and take a look.”Kai’s response was immediate. “Understood. I’ll be there shortly.”True to his word, within minutes, Kai was at Liam’s door. He entered with a purposeful stride, his lean frame exuding an air of quiet confidence. Dressed in his usual understated black coat, Kai’s
JAMES WANE THE SECRET BILLIONAIRE Chapter 458: Shadows on the Road
Chapter 458: Shadows on the RoadAfter exiting Liam’s office, Kai walked briskly to the garage, his every step echoing on the cool concrete floor.The dim light of the evening made the space feel quiet and secretive. Reaching his car—a sleek, dark sedan that had seen many important missions—he opened the back seat carefully. Without hesitation, he dropped the laptop onto the passenger seat. It was the upgraded parasite virus program, the tool of deception that now weighed on his conscience.From the front seat, Lina turned her head and watched him with wide, curious eyes as Kai closed the back door. He then climbed into the driver’s seat, adjusting himself before starting the engine. Lina remained in the front passenger seat. She looked at him and then back at the laptop with a mixture of admiration and slight impatience.Kai glanced at her and smiled teasingly.“What’s that you’re carrying?” she asked, her tone light and casual, though her eyes revealed hints of seriousness.Kai's li
JAMES WANE THE SECRET BILLIONAIRE Chapter 459: A Death Wish
Chapter 459: A Death WishThe car had just come to a stop near the tall glass building, its surface reflecting the last golden light of the evening. The hum of the engine faded as Kai’s hand reached for the ignition, but before he turned it off, his eyes narrowed. His gaze locked onto the rearview mirror. Something wasn’t right.Lina shifted in her seat, noticing the change in his expression. “Why did you stop?” she asked, her voice calm but curious, her head tilted slightly in his direction.Kai didn’t answer immediately. He unclipped his seat belt slowly, keeping his eyes on the mirror.“Someone’s been following us,” he finally said in a low voice, not taking his eyes off the vehicle parked just a few feet behind them.Lina followed his gaze and turned to look through the back window. A dull gray car sat silently behind theirs, engine still running. Its windows were tinted too dark to see inside clearly.“What? How do you even know?” she asked, surprised. She hadn’t noticed anyone d
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Chapter 474: Finding the Hidden Hand
Chapter 474: Finding the Hidden HandThe EMC headquarters stood like a glass monolith against the Emerald Falls skyline, its mirrored surface catching the late afternoon sun in a blaze of gold.Inside his office, James sat behind a polished mahogany desk, his broad shoulders hunched over a stack of financial reports, their edges curling under the weight of his scrutiny.The room was a fortress of modern luxury—sleek black furniture, a panoramic window framing the city, and a faint hum from the servers tucked in a corner. James’ eyes, sharp and unyielding, scanned the pages, his brow furrowed as he pieced together the puzzle that threatened his reclaimed empire.His dark hair fell slightly over his forehead, a stray lock he brushed back with a quick, impatient flick of his hand. The man who once scrubbed floors at a grocery store was gone; in his place sat the Wane heir, his jaw tight with resolve.The weight of Gregor’s words from his meeting with Kai at the Starlight Diner clung to J
Chapter 473: Secrets in the Sun
Chapter 473: Secrets in the SunThe Wane family estate in Emerald Falls sprawled across manicured lawns, its white marble facade gleaming under the late morning sun. The air hummed with the scent of blooming jasmine and the distant buzz of a lawnmower, a serene backdrop to the opulent mansion that whispered wealth and power. Inside, the grand foyer echoed with the soft clink of crystal chandeliers and the faint murmur of staff moving discreetly through the halls.Ellen Princeton stood at the threshold, her designer suitcase resting by her polished heels, her auburn hair catching the light as she adjusted her sunglasses atop her head. Her tailored cream blazer and matching skirt spoke of elegance, but her hazel eyes betrayed a flicker of weariness—her father Jonathan Princeton’s presidential campaign, now on hold, had left her navigating a storm of public scrutiny and private doubts.The heavy oak doors swung open, and Lana Wane swept into the foyer, her long, curly hair bouncing with
Chapter 472: Whispers of Betrayal
Chapter 472: Whispers of BetrayalThe grand hall of Liam Carter’s mansion gleamed under the soft glow of a crystal chandelier, its light bouncing off polished marble floors and dark oak paneling. The air carried the faint scent of leather, a testament to the wealth and power that defined the sprawling estate in the heart of Emerald Falls.Kai Nakamura stood near a towering window, the night sky beyond framing his lean silhouette. His gray suit was slightly rumpled from the day, but his sharp features remained composed, his dark eyes glinting with calculation. In his hand, he clutched the folded paper Gregor had given him at the Starlight Diner hours earlier—Lana Wane’s Greece itinerary, a key to unlocking the Wane family’s secrets. Kai’s mind churned, replaying Gregor’s words about Williams Jesse and Mr. Sterling’s virus scheme. Someone else knew, and that was a problem.The heavy oak door creaked open, and Liam Carter strode in, his tailored navy suit pristine despite the late hour.
Chapter 470: Shadows of Deception
Chapter 470: Shadows of DeceptionThe fluorescent lights of the Starlight Diner buzzed faintly, casting a harsh glow over the checkered linoleum floor and worn red booths. The air smelled of greasy burgers, stale coffee, and a hint of cigarette smoke that clung to the walls despite the no-smoking sign.Gregor sat in a corner booth, his broad shoulders hunched over a chipped mug of black coffee, the steam curling upward like a ghost. His hair, neatly combed, glinted under the lights, and his weathered face was set in a mask of calm, though his sharp gray eyes flicked to the diner’s entrance every few seconds. As James Wane’s loyal butler and covert operative, Gregor was no stranger to clandestine meetings, but tonight’s rendezvous with Kai Nakamura felt like walking a tightrope over a pit of vipers.His phone sat on the table, the screen dark but heavy with James’s last text: Give him the itinerary. Push the Sterling-Williams angle. Say you’ve got dirt on their virus scheme. Let’s see
Chapter 470 A Game of Trust (Continued)
Chapter 470 A Game of Trust (Continued)James glanced at the reports again, his fingers flipping through pages, searching for a clue he might’ve missed. The absence of Kai’s report gnawed at him. “What are you hiding, Nathaniel?” he murmured, his voice barely audible.The door creaked open, and Ana Davies, his secretary, stepped inside, her dark hair pulled into a neat bun, her glasses catching the light. She clutched a tablet, her posture professional but her eyes curious. “Mr. Clarkson, the meeting’s in an hour. Need anything prepped?” Her voice was crisp, but a slight tilt of her head betrayed her interest in his mood.James flashed a disarming smile, masking the storm in his mind. He leaned back, tossing the pen onto the desk with a casual flick. “Just the financials, Ana. And… any word from Patel’s team on the virus cleanup?”Ana crossed the room, her heels clicking softly on the hardwood floor. She stopped at the desk, tapping her tablet to pull up a file. “Nothing official. Mr.
Chapter 469: A Game of Trust
Chapter 469: A Game of TrustThe late afternoon sun filtered through the tinted windows of James’ office, casting long shadows across his polished mahogany desk.The room was a blend of modern elegance and understated power—sleek monitors, neatly stacked files, and a single framed photo of his parents, a reminder of the legacy he was fighting for.James leaned back in his leather chair, his fingers steepled under his chin. His sharp blue eyes, usually calm, flickered with unease as he stared at the muted TV screen mounted on the wall. The news ticker blazed: “EMC VIRUS NEUTRALIZED: COMPANY RESTORED TO FULL OPERATIONS.”James’s jaw tightened. Yesterday’s headlines had been a whirlwind of relief for EMC—customers flooding back, stock prices climbing, and employees celebrating. But to James, it felt too neat, too sudden. He’d long suspected Williams Jesse, the cunning tech manager, and Mr. Sterling, the manipulative head of the board, was behind the virus that had crippled EMC’s systems
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
