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Jason Grey’s Inevitable Rise to the Top Chapter 256 - Heads will roll
The door to Kent’s office swung shut as Roland and Andrew entered, both looking expectantly at the new president of the Elysian Syndicate. Kent leaned back against his desk, swirling the bourbon in his glass with a triumphant smirk.“Well,” Kent said, his tone oozing with satisfaction, “I finally did it.”Andrew nodded, his face pale and distant, but he muttered, “You did.”Roland frowned, glancing at Andrew. “Why the sour face? We just pulled off the biggest coup in Syndicate history. You should be celebrating.”Andrew shrugged, avoiding their eyes. His mind drifted to the gunshot, the way Reuben had fallen off the edge. He couldn’t shake the feeling of the weight in his hand, the power, and the guilt. But they didn’t need to know about that.“I’m here, aren’t I?” Andrew said sharply, though his voice lacked conviction.Roland rolled his eyes and turned back to Kent. “Whatever’s eating at him doesn’t matter. We finally got the Syndicate, Kent. We’re on top.”Andrew chuckled, but the
Jason Grey’s Inevitable Rise to the Top Chapter 257 - The morning after
ThumpThump ThumpJason felt a banging in his skull as he blinked his eyes open.the morning light filtering through the curtains as his head pounded like a drum. His mind was sluggish, struggling to piece together the fragments of the night before. He shifted under the sheets and felt a dull ache in each part of his body that moved; he also felt the thumping in his head increase. He shifted some more to the right and felt the warmth of someone beside him.He froze.Turning his head slowly, his heart sank as he saw Serena lying next to him, her bare back facing him, her blonde hair spread across the pillow. A cold dread crept over him. He glanced down and saw that he, too, was naked.“What the hell,” he whispered to himself, his pulse quickening.As if sensing his panic, Serena stirred, stretching lazily before turning to face him. Her eyes fluttered open, and for a moment, there was peace in her gaze until she remembered she had to act as mortified as he looked.“Oh my God,” she sai
Jason Grey’s Inevitable Rise to the Top Chapter 258 - Information on the enemy
Twenty minutes after Jason ended the call with Amelia, there were three urgent knocks on Connor’s front door. That had to be the record for the fastest drive from the Elysian Syndicate to Queens in history. Jason walked to the door, put his mouth against the door gap, and tested their agreed-upon code,’The falcon flies at night.A long pause‘’The sparrow waits for the dawn,’’ came Amelia’s reply.Jason chuckled as he unlocked the door.’You think it’s silly, don’t you?’’He didn’t get a reply because the moment the door opened, Amelia stepped inside and pulled him into a tight hug. Jason found himself easing into the embrace and hugged her just as tight.“You’re okay,” she whispered, her voice trembling with emotion. She pulled back to look at him. “How? How did you get out?”Jason smirked faintly. “I didn’t do it. The NYPD finally figured that out.”“I knew it!” she exclaimed, her face lighting up with joy. “I knew you were innocent!” She hugged him again. “Are you sure you’re okay?”
Jason Grey’s Inevitable Rise to the Top Chapter 259 - Mr. Kent’s office
The following morning, Jason’s voice came through the phone, calm but purposeful. “Amelia, I need you to get into Kent’s office and see what you can find.”Amelia leaned against the desk in her small office, frowning. “Jason, you realise he’s not going to leave the plans for world domination sitting on his desk, right?” she said dryly. She didn’t mean to be rude, but she was still on edge because of what she had agreed to do the day before.Jason chuckled on the other end. “Shit, I was hoping he would,” he replied humorously. “But seriously though, maybe there’ll be something—anything—that leads to something else. Notes, receipts, contracts. Just take pictures of whatever you can.”Amelia sighed. “It’s not going to be easy. I’ll have to wait until he’s in a meeting, and even then, his secretary hovers like a hawk.”“I know it’s risky,” Jason admitted, “but you can do it.”“Okay,” she muttered. “I’ll make it happen.”Later that day the opportunity finally came when Kent was called into
Jason Grey’s Inevitable Rise to the Top Chapter 260 - New leads and Old friends
The next day rolled around quickly. Amelia had given Jason the documents and was now in the copy room once again.Amelia tapped her foot impatiently as the photocopier hummed, methodically spitting out sheets of paper. Her demotion had come with plenty of humiliations, but this was one of the most irritating. As a VP, she’d never had to waste time in the copy room, chatting with colleagues she had little in common with. Now, she was stuck doing grunt work, hoping the machine wouldn’t jam.“Need any help with that?” came a voice behind her. Amelia turned, expecting another annoying quip, but it was just Steve, one of the secretaries.“No, I’ve got it,” she said, forcing a polite smile. But before the conversation could go further, the door swung open, and Kent strolled in.He moved with his usual confident swagger, handing Steve a list of names. “These are the names and emails of the new Russian investors. I need them emailed immediately. I have a meeting with them this afternoon. Don’
Jason Grey’s Inevitable Rise to the Top Chapter 261 - Vice President
Two weeks had passed and many things had changed and progressed in that time. Much to Roland’s dismay, Kent had given Andrew one percent of his shares and ‘convinced’ Victoria to give Stefan 1% of hers. Amelia had begun warming up to Victoria with small but deliberate gestures. Jason had been tirelessly researching the Russian investors, looking through Kent’s documents and communicating steps of the plan to his contacts. He had also been in contact with Dario asking for updates on Reuben but his cousin hadn’t managed to find him yet which worried Jason to no end. Currently, the four marble-clad walls of Kent’s office were witnessing an argument between Kent and Roland that had become more frequent in the past two weeks.‘’You still haven’t made me vice president’’ Roland snapped, pacing Kent’s office with frustration.Kent,seated behind his mahogany desk, leaned back in his chair and watched Roland with indifference ‘’I'm thinking of taking Amelia out tonight. What restaurant do you
Jason Grey’s Inevitable Rise to the Top Chapter 262 - Dinner date
Amelia stood by the window of Connor’s apartment, watching the city lights flicker against the night sky. She sipped her tea, her nerves steady despite her impending date with the ‘blond-haired devil, as Jason referred to him. Jason leaned against the kitchen counter, his expression a mix of focus and concern.“They’ve made their first move,” Jason said, breaking the silence. “The people who are helping us with the plan. Everything is in place for the final phase. All that’s left is to get the passcodes to the company accounts on Kent’s laptop.”Amelia set her cup down on the windowsill and turned to face him. “I’ve been able to spy on him a few times while he’s inputting the passcode. I think I’m close to figuring it out. I know for sure that it ends with 2336 and begins with a word that starts with an M, but I’ll try to pry more information out of him at dinner tonight.” Her expression grew grim. “He’s been… more relaxed around me lately.”Jason’s jaw tightened, and concern flashed
Jason Grey’s Inevitable Rise to the Top Chapter 263 - Breaking in
The Elysian Syndicate was eerily quiet at night. Amelia stepped out of her car and glanced up at the towering glass building, its imposing façade glinting under the pale moonlight. The parking lot was nearly empty, and the lobby lights cast a sterile glow. She took a deep breath, smoothing her blouse as she approached the doors.Inside, the air was cool and still, with only the faint hum of machinery and the occasional rustle of the watch guards making rounds. She passed by the front desk with a polite nod. The guards barely glanced at her. She worked here, after all—what reason would anyone have to question her presence?Amelia made her way to the elevator, her heels clicking softly against the marble floor. Her pulse quickened as she stepped into the elevator and pressed the button for the executive floor.As the elevator doors opened, she stepped out into the dimly lit hallway. The space was deserted, just as she had hoped. All the secretaries had long gone home, and the only sound
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TWO YEARS LATER For the first time in two years, Jason had come to see his grandfather and mother. He stood before the grave, staring at the name engraved on the marble headstone in bold and grand letters. MICHAEL ALLEN GREY He shifted uncomfortably, his hands buried deep in his pockets. “Hi, Grandpa,” he said, his voice quiet and uncertain. The word still felt foreign to him, but it was starting to feel less so. “Grandpa. It’s getting easier to say that, I think. Every time I come here, it’ll get a little easier.” Jason took a deep breath, looking down at the bouquet of lilies in his hand. “Well, I don’t really know what to say, but Diana advised I should just speak from the heart.” A small smile crept on his lips when he said that. Diana had been so supportive throughout his journey with grief. She was the one that gave him the final push to see his grandfather and mother after he’d avoided it for so long. He didn’t think he’d be able to bear the pain of coming to this
Chapter 314 - Greatest strength
The stark fluorescent lights of the hospital buzzed faintly as Jason paced outside the emergency room. The air smelt sterile, but Jason’s mind was anything but clear. Paramedics wheeled Abigail through the double doors, her body limp on the stretcher. His voice cracked as he followed close behind, gripping her cold hand.“It’s going to be okay, Mom,” Jason whispered, his voice trembling. “Everything’s going to be okay. I promise.”Reuben stood to the side, phone in hand, ensuring every necessary call had been made. The police had taken Connor’s lifeless body, and an ambulance had quickly arrived to transport Abigail. Lana, shaken but safe, had already been returned home.As Abigail disappeared into surgery, Jason remained rooted in place, staring at the doors as if willing them to open and bring her back. His chest heaved with uneven breaths, his hands clenched into fists.“Jason!”The familiar voice jolted him, and he turned just in time to see Diana rushing toward him. Without hesit
Chapter 313 - Shots fired
The call Jason had made on his way to the warehouse was to Reuben. He instructed him to draft a fake deed and place it in a briefcase along with a gun. He also told Reuben to park nearby, out of sight of Connor, but not to leave completely. Reuben was instructed not to come upstairs to the warehouse, as Jason wasn’t sure what Connor might be capable of. Jason made it clear that Reuben should stay safe and avoid any unnecessary risks.Reuben, of course, took some creative liberties with the document.“Let my mother and daughter go. Now.”Jason’s hand trembled as he pointed the gun at Connor, the weight of the weapon foreign and heavy in his grip. Connor froze, fury burning in his eyes. He slowly reached for his own gun, drawing it with a deliberate, practiced motion. “Or,” he sneered, “I can always shoot you, your mother, and then your daughter. In that order.”Jason didn’t flinch. His tone was like steel. “Try it. See how that goes for you.”“Your hand is literally shaking,” Connor d
Chapter 312 - Nephew to Uncle
The warehouse loomed in the distance like a dark castle against the evening sky. Jason’s grip on the steering wheel tightened as he approached. His jaw clenched, fury and determination burning within him. He parked the car, stepped out, and strode toward the entrance.The moment he stepped inside, Connor’s voice echoed through the cavernous space.“The man of the hour has arrived,” Connor drawled, a mocking grin on his face.Jason didn’t hesitate. “And the scumbag of the century is waiting for him.”Connor chuckled, seemingly amused. “I like you, nephew. You can give it back.”Jason glared at him. “And you know how to take what doesn’t belong to you. Like a disgusting thief.”Connor shrugged nonchalantly. “I’ve been called worse.” He looked around theatrically. “But I don’t see you with any documents.”“It takes longer than a few minutes to draft that kind of deed, genius,” Jason shot back.Connor’s expression darkened slightly. “But I told you to come with the document. I don’t care
Chapter 311 - Not losing them
Jason’s heart pounded in his chest as the phone line went dead. He stood frozen for a moment as Connor’s dark words sunk in. His mind raced as he tried to think of a way to fix the situation, then his voice broke the silence.“Motherfucker,” Jason growled under his breath, clenching the phone so tightly that his knuckles turned white.At that moment, Diana rushed back into the room, her face pale, her breath coming in quick, shallow gasps. “Jason, I… I talked to the neighbors. They didn’t see anything except for a man who looked suspicious walking into the neighbourhood, but… they don’t know anything else.” Her voice cracked. “What happened? Where are they?”Jason didn’t even need to answer; his entire body was shaking with frustration and fear. “Diana, calm down. It’s okay. I’m going to make everything okay.”“Don’t tell me to calm down!” Diana snapped, her eyes wild. “Don’t tell me everything is okay! My daughter and your mother are missing. The house is a mess. They were obviously
Chapter 310 - Your life is on their hands
Weeks had passed since Lana’s surgery. She had been discharged from the hospital, and to celebrate, Diana threw a small, intimate party. Everyone who had taken the test and waited alongside her for the surgery to finish was invited—except for Christopher, who had quietly exited her life after learning he wasn’t Lana’s father. Christopher sent his regards to Diana and even sent a congratulatory message to Jason, acknowledging his newfound role as a father. The other person who couldn’t be in attendance was Michael.He was still under observation at the hospital, something that worried Jason. The worry for Lana’s health was out of the way, but it was replaced by worry for Connor’s next move. Connor, still being on the loose, gnawed at him daily. Each day without Connor in a prison cell—or, preferably for Jason, buried six feet underground—heightened his fear for his mother’s safety. That week, Jason had finally decided to hire bodyguards for Abigail, wondering why he hadn’t done so soo
Chapter 309 - It’s going to be fine
Three hours later, the tension and anxiety from all the people in the waiting room rolled off of their bodies in waves as they waited for news from the doctor. Diana sat beside her mother, Annette, gently rubbing her back in an attempt to keep her calm. Annette wrung her hands nervously, glancing at the clock on the wall.“Shouldn’t they be done by now?” Annette asked, her voice trembling with worry.Diana placed a steady hand on her shoulder. “Calm down, Mom,” she said softly, though her own heart felt like it was about to beat out of her chest.David, leaning against the far wall, snorted. “Funny for you to say,” he remarked. “I can practically hear your heart pounding from here.” He tried to take a light tone to lighten the mood, but his own voice also shook with worry.Diana opened her mouth to retort but was stopped when Jason, seated a little apart from the group, rose from his chair. He approached Diana and gently took her free hand in his, surprising her.“It’s going to be fin
Chapter 308 - Forgiveness
Michael was a match for the transplant.Everyone couldn’t have been happier when the news came almost two weeks ago. He’d agreed to do the surgery as soon as possible.He lay in the hospital bed, a faint but determined smile on his face. The sterile smell of antiseptics filled the room as the IV dripped steadily into his arm, preparing him for the surgery that could save his great-granddaughter’s life. Diana sat nearby, her hands clasped tightly together, her eyes glistening with gratitude and worry. Jason stood to the side, his arms crossed, watching the scene unfold. Looking at him now and comparing him to the vicious business tycoon he saw when he first met him at Grey Enterprises, it was hard to reconcile that it was the same man.He didn’t look as healthy as he first did when he stood at the top of the staircase with the confidence of a god and commanded his employees. Now he looked soft, old, and...fragile. Hooked up to all the machines. An annoying, unplaceable emotion settled
Chapter 307 - The Dinner
Jason arrived at the estate, his breath catching as the sprawling grounds came into view. The manor loomed in the distance, surrounded by an impeccably maintained landscape. His eyes swept across the estate, taking in the pristine clinic, the sports area, and the wide field. The scale of it all was staggering, but his gaze finally landed on the dense forest that bordered the property.Memories of that night flashed in his mind—the night his uncle had nearly ended his life. His stomach churned, and he clenched his fists, forcing himself to remember he wasn’t that frightened child anymore.Jason couldn’t shake the pit in his stomach at the thought of his uncle’s escape. They still hadn’t found him, and the unease gnawed at his mind. He shook his head, inhaling deeply. Focus, Jason. This night is for Lana. Get through this dinner and focus on her getting better.The staff awaited him as he approached the grand entrance. Michael stood among them, his authoritative presence commanding resp
