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Jason Grey’s Inevitable Rise to the Top Chapter Eighty One - Serenac Lake
Back at the apartment, Jason ran into Amelia in the lobby. She was wheeling a rolling suitcase and had another luggage bag in her other hand.She greeted Jason, "Hi.” Jason replied, “Hi. How are you?”Amelia’s lips curled into a small smile that did not reach her eyes. “I'm trying to be okay. I'm going to my hometown for Miriam’s funeral.”“Have a nice trip." Jason’s tone was soft and genuine.There was something different to him about Amelia. Maybe it was the fact that now she wasn't being pressured to marry him, so unlike before, she didn't give him big awkward smiles or try so hard to win his affection. She could just be herself around him now, and Jason liked that much more.“Thank you,” Amelia said.“Honey, wait for me!” Rose called out from the end of the lobby.“Hurry up, Mom; the taxi is waiting for us,” Amelia said. Soon Rose was by her side, saying, “Sorry for taking so long." Her eyes darted to Jason. "Hello, Jason.”"Hi, Miss Marren,” Jason greeted.Rose took Jason’s han
Jason Grey’s Inevitable Rise to the Top Chapter Eighty-Two - New Car
That night, Jason stayed in a hotel like he had planned. It was the Starnac Hotel.The next day, he began his journey back to the city. He hadn’t opened the box of his mother's things; he was saving it for when he got to the apartment.On his way, he decided to stop at the car dealership to get the new car. He knew that if he didn't do it now, he wouldn't for a long time, so it was best if he just got it out of the way.He reached ‘Regal Motors’, the car dealership that Dario had recommended. The building had a sleek exterior that made it look sophisticated. There were large windows that allowed onlookers to catch a glimpse of the gleaming vehicles within. It was definitely a place reserved for the elite.As Jason entered, he was greeted by the sight of polished floors and rows of pristine cars. Sales representatives moved about with purpose, assisting customers who all looked like they were plucked straight out of a fashion magazine in their luxury clothing and accessories, a sharp c
Jason Grey’s Inevitable Rise to the Top Chapter Eighty-Three - Family talk
The manager had given Jason his new car along with the car keys.“Timothy, let me drive you home,” Jason offered.Timothy looked at Jason with confusion etched across his face. “Young Master, I can't accept that; I'm the one who should be driving you home.”"No, I want to drive; I want to be the first one to drive the car, plus you came all this way,” Jason insisted.Timothy pondered Jason’s offer with furrowed brows. “Are you sure, Young Master?”“Yes… Remember what I brought up to you some time ago? I want us to talk about it.” Timothy knew exactly what Jason was talking about and how much it meant to him, so he nodded. "Okay, young master... But you really don't have to drive; I can.”"Timothy, get in, or I'm driving away," Jason said his tone was not authoritative; in fact, it was playful, but Timothy wasn't going to take any chances.He ordered the two men to drive the Escalades back to the garage before entering the passenger seat of Jason's new car.Before entering the car, Ja
Jason Grey’s Inevitable Rise to the Top Chapter Eighty Four - Mega Rich man
As Jason drove back to the city, he felt his stomach grumble. He wanted to wait until he got to the apartment before eating, but he still had an hour and a half left of his drive, and he remembered the promise he made to himself that he wouldn't skip a meal because of what happened with Christopher.Thinking of Christopher, he remembered that he told Diana that he would try to reach him.A part of him was worried by the fact that Diana said that she couldn't reach him. Jason couldn't even imagine what kind of condition he was in or what he had gotten himself into.But another part of him was relieved to not have him around; after all, he had tried to kill him. Jason would've had him arrested if not for the fact that Cole would've gone down with him.Instead of a restaurant, Jason decided that he'd eat in the food court of a mall, so he could buy groceries and stock up the apartment.He arrived at the mall and parked his car in the parking lot. As he entered the mall and approached th
Jason Grey’s Inevitable Rise to the Top Chapter Eighty Five - Cheaters down
“What a coincidence that we were both in the same mall,” Renee chimed as she walked through the mall with Jason. Jason smiled at her, but it wasn’t a genuine one. "Yeah, it was,” he said, his mind heavy, thinking of how he would break the news to her. “If I’m being honest, the reason I came all this way is for this." Renee handed the shopping bag in her hand to Jason. Jason reached into the bag and pulled out the contents. It was an Edox Delfín watch, one of the most expensive types. Her eyes glistened with love and admiration as she spoke about it. “It’s an anniversary gift for Bruno and my wedding anniversary. It's coming up soon, and I wanted to do something special for him. All the malls in the city didn’t have this model. He loves the brand; he lost his a few months ago, so I got an even better one for him. Even though he said he couldn’t buy me any gifts because he was saving, I still want to do this for him. We’ve been having a lot of issues lately, and -” "Renee": Jason cu
Jason Grey’s Inevitable Rise to the Top Chapter Eighty Six - The box
On Jason’s way back, he called Reuben to see if he could help him find Christopher. As Jason returned home, he felt a sense of relief and satisfaction now that Renee knew the truth about Bruno. He expected that the next time he saw Bruno, Bruno would find a way to blame Renee for finding out about him instead of taking accountability for his own actions. But he hoped that now that Renee was getting a divorce, he wouldn’t see Bruno again at all. As he arranged his groceries in their place, he thought of his conversation with Timothy; he couldn’t shake the feeling that he was hiding something and didn’t tell him the whole truth about the Greys. He heaved a sigh as he stared at the box of his mother’s things that he had placed on the table. His eyes darted to the groceries in his hands, which made him realise that he was subconsciously putting off opening the box. Jason shook his head. He made the decision then and there that he had to let go of the fear of what he would discover in h
Jason Grey’s Inevitable Rise to the Top Chapter Eighty Seven - Scam
“Is he dead?” Jason asked. It was the first possibility that came to mind ever since Diana told him that she wasn't able to reach him, "No, he's not dead. Please just come here." Reuben pleaded “Text me the address,” Jason said before hanging up. Before leaving the apartment, he made sure to pick up the small key and place it back in the box, along with the rest of the items. Jason’s phone buzzed with an incoming message. He checked, and he saw that Reuben had sent him the address. The area was in the slums of the city, so Jason decided against taking his car as it may do more harm than good and took a taxi instead. Throughout the drive, he caught himself looking over his shoulder and being extra cautious. “Maybe I should get a bodyguard,” he said to himself, genuinely considering Reuben's idea. He arrived safely at the place. It was a tall building that looked like it was owned by a company, but there was no name or logo on the building. But that wasn't what caught Jason’s atte
Jason Grey’s Inevitable Rise to the Top Chapter Eighty-Eight - Great defender
The crowd settled down slowly as they heard the men’s words. Jason looked on in suspicion as they spoke.“We are law officials, and we want to take your case with this company to court,” one of the men said. He was tall and lanky.Some of the people, including Jason, were sceptical, while others were already cheering for the men.“What’s in it for you?” one of the members of the crowd said, echoing Jason’s concerns. The man who spoke up was elderly, like most of the people who were scammed.“We just want to see justice served,” the other law official said with a firm voice. He was shorter than the other man but had a commanding stance."Finally, people with a good conscience,” Christopher said, elated.The crowd erupted into a mix of cheers and murmurs about what they would do once their money was retrieved, while Jason continued to observe in silence.The lanky man took a few steps forward; he was now only a few centimeters away from the gate that separated the crowd from them. “But
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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