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Levi Lloyd: Race To The Top 178: Company's Strife
One cart turned to two, three and then many more till the guards were all pushing one themselves. Finally, Diana stopped and pointed at the cinema."Brother, a new movie just came out. Let's watch it together," She pulled Levi's sleeves excitedly.Levi looked up at the poster of the movie and almost cringed when he saw it was romance."How about we go to a restaurant? Aren't you famished?"Diana pouted but her stomach grumbled. She was indeed hungry but she wanted to watch the movie even more.However, seeing the expression on Levi's face that stated he was trying his best not to shudder, she decided against it.Besides he got her everything she pointed at in a heartbeat, something mother wouldn't do for her."Fine. Let's go to the restaurant," she took a picture of the poster first to send to her best friend before arching her hand round Levi's arm."Sir, where should we ship these to?" The guards asked, pointing at everything they had gotten from the mall."To Campbell's residence."
Levi Lloyd: Race To The Top 179: Noah Lloyd
"There is really no way out. Besides, I have gone through the contract. It's fair enough."Chairman Tyson gritted his teeth when he heard the director's words. Easy for him to say when he isn't the one letting go of his carefully built business."Yes chairman, I have to admit this time, he is right. At least, if we agree to the boy's offer, we will get to keep the company," Another director backed up."I even heard of the trouble brewing in the Hernandez's Group," Another director chipped in. "If a huge conglomerate like that can also have their own conflicts, what are we still holding onto?""Chairman, the mistake you made is to put Micheal in charge. Before I used to think he really had the potential but not only did he get the company into trouble, he caused more crises.""At least, if Mr Lloyd buys the company, he should start from the scratch or a lower position here to learn how to hold the reins."Hearing the director's words gave chairman Tyson's headache. He finally snapped,
Levi Lloyd: Race To The Top 180: Meeting The directors
The next day, an impromptu board meeting was called at the Hernandez's Group headquarters. The directors exchanged gazes and whispered amongst themselves.The CEO's secretary, Zelda, had only informed them the CEO had called for a meeting and gave them no other information.They were confused. Isn't it the young missus away from San Jose? Why did she call for a meeting then? Because of these, they all arrived at the hall earlier than the time that was even given for the meeting.As soon as it was the exact time chosen for the meeting, Levi walked into the conference room with some guards trailing after him.The directors recognized James as he was the young missus' personal guard and some other guards but the man they were all trailing after was unfamiliar to them.They wondered why he was and why he attended their board meeting. Levi stopped at the seat at the edge of the table and removed his shades."Good day everyone. I am Levi Lloyd. I'll represent Brooklyn Hernandez in this meet
Levi Lloyd: Race To The Top 181: Strange Italic Writings
"How about we observe this stock for a week? Just a week. If nothing happens like I assumed, then I'll admit I was wrong and you have a choice to choose any penalty for us."The directors turned to each other and thought about it. It isn't bad. Just one week.Levi waited for their response although he knew his proposal was enough for them to remain calm for a while.After some minutes of deliberation, they turned to him. "Fine, we will give you just one week's ultimatum.""But if the stock crashes like I said, isn't it fair to promise something in return?" Levi twirled his shades around his fingers slowly as his calculative gaze went from one director to the other.They didn't request this but then retorted, "If it really does crash, we won't counter the young missus' decisions on stocks anymore."Levi smiled lopsidedly. Just what he wanted to hear. "Good then we'll wait and see. This meeting is adjourned to next week. Good day."The meeting was dismissed and everyone dispersed. Howev
Levi Lloyd: Race To The Top 182: Strange Italic Writings<II>
When Levi opened the safe box, he found the book just as he left it. He brought out the book and sat back on the bed.Glancing at the image on the book that was exactly like his ring, he flipped the pages open easily.The book was filled with italic writings of a strange language that he surprisingly couldn't read.His brows furrowed as he went through a line of sentence in the book and confirmed he couldn't understand the language.But ever since he got the ring, he had been able to read, hear and speak different languages, why couldn't he read this one?It was really surprising. He went through other pages and surprisingly it was the same thing.He was exasperated, 'How am I not able to read this?'He pulled at his ring and wondered if he had worn it the wrong way but when the object wouldn't even come off, there was no way to find out.So he returned the book and kept the safe box the same place as before."I am certain those inscriptions are about the book but why couldn't I under
Levi Lloyd: Race To The Top 183: Luis Is Hospitalized
The conference room was silent for a minute as everyone waited for the director's decision. If he was going to leave or swallow his pride and remain in the meeting.Levi didn't bat an eyelid when the director cowered in front of everyone and took his seat. The projector displayed some words immediately indicating the commencement of the meeting.But before Levi could talk, the directors spoke up. One said, "This time you saved us and it was our mistake for choosing to believe other analysis mindlessly. Thank you."Another affirmed, "Young master, we owe you and the boss lady a huge thanks for averting that crisis.""From today onwards, I won't counter the boss lady's decision on our stock investments. She knows best.""Yes, we won't make the same mistake twice."Although there was no reaction on Levi's face, his eyes curved with smiles behind his shades and he nodded.Through the stock mishap, he has managed to at least gain the trust of most of the directors. This means Brooklyn woul
Levi Lloyd: Race To The Top 184: So Gullible
When Levi got to Luis' VIP ward, the latter was throwing a fit and there were some unpleasant guests with him.Levi frowned at the sight of Larry Rockefeller standing beside Yolanda. It was an image of an ideal family gathering."I told you to take these away! I'm not ill! I don't need them!" Luis yelled at the poor nurse carrying a tray of fruits for him.If it wasn't because he was confined to the hospital bed, he would have surely pushed the nurse.Larry stepped in, acting like a peacemaker. "Uncle, don't be upset. These fruits are meant to revitalize your lost strength. You will be out of the hospital in no time.""Yes Luis, listen to what Larry has said. The money you lost in that investment isn't worth losing your health over," Yolanda pulled her chair closer to his bedside and spoke just like a typical doting wife would."If uncle wants, I can refund all you have lost in the investment after all, I was the one that encouraged you to invest. I only hope uncle forgives me. I was
Levi Lloyd: Race To The Top 185: Run Into Death
After half a day of being ignored, Lincoln couldn't take it anymore. He directly marched up to Levi who had acted like he was invisible ever since he came to the ward."You... Are you so cold-blooded? We are still family after all. Can you quit acting like a block of ice?" Lincoln pointed at him exasperatedly.May, who had long since noticed something was wrong between the cousins, slowly shrunk backwards into the book she was studying, hoping to make her presence less noticeable.Her fragile heart couldn't take two men with god-like appearances together in one room not to mention witnessing their strife.Levi gave Lincoln an indifferent gaze but finally spoke to him, "Why haven't you left San Jose yet?""You... are impossible!" Lincoln gritted his teeth. He didn't think when this brat would finally speak, he would choose to say these words.He turned his attention to Thomas who was sleeping on the bed and voiced out his suggestion,"Let uncle return home. We have skilled family docto
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235: The End II
Juan is right. He really owes Laura even in the next lifetime. She trusted him, loved him but he tore their family apart and couldn't even cherish the one person she left behind. Did he still deserve to live? __________ A few weeks later after the news of what had befallen the madam of Hernandez family broke out, Levi was in the ward speaking to his father who was about to be taken away to the Wales by Cyrus, Marie and Lincoln when a guard walked in. "Sir, the young madam's father has come for a visit. He is currently with her." Heading this, Levi brows furrowed and he stood. He looked down at his father who didn't even react like he had heard his words and sighed. "Father, be good, okay? I'll come with Brooklyn to visit you sometime when she has fully recovered. Bye." He turned to his uncle, aunt and cousin with a grateful look. They all shared a hug and he told them, "I wish you a safe trip and please tell grandfather I sent my greetings." With that, they bade farewell and h
234: The End I
Juan simply gave Luis a look that made him feel like he was a fool and walked around him, going straight to Yolanda and completely ignoring him. "Should I tell them about the aphrodisiac or you will?"When he said these words, Yolanda's eyes widened in fear and she panicked. He didn't stop there, "Or I should talk about the vitamins instead. I'm sure my brother will like to learn more about Andy."Yolanda's knees turned weak and she almost collapsed if it weren't for the cops holding her. Seeing her reaction, Luis walked up to them. "What are you talking about?"Juan finally gave him attention and pointed at him, "You are such a fool. I can't believe you cheated with this thing on Laura. You should atone for your sins at her grave for the rest of your life!"Luis gritted angrily and his fingers balled into fists but he knew he stood no chance against Juan if he attempted to strike."That's enough Juan," Grandfather Hernandez stepped in. "What's all this fuss about? Ask the cops to l
233: Game Over II
"Here are records of her purchasing many illegal drugs from this black market trader. They managed to track her transactions and realized that besides purchasing a potent poison within different time frames and a few other drugs yet to be identified, she also purchased a strong aphrodisiac that has been banned for years."Levi's expression turned rigid upon hearing this. Aphrodisiac? He looked at the hospital bed where Brooklyn was sleeping peacefully wrapped in bandages and suddenly remembered the first time he had met her.She had run down the street trying to escape from Larry. He could still remember how strong he had felt the scent of the aphrodisiac from her.All those times, he used to think Larry was the one behind the aphrodisiac but what if he had an accomplice.Larry might have wrongfully listed after Brooklyn but Levi knew he was too chickenhearted to purchase that contraband himself.So it must have been someone who gave it to him and that person could be Yolanda."Uncle,
232: Game Over
Gunshots suddenly rang out in the warehouse and the guns in the thugs hands began to fall to the ground one after the other as they cried in pain,"Argh!""Ah!!!!""Argh!!!!""Ow!!!"Noah's eyes almost bulged out of their sockets as he watched all his men fall to the floor and writhe in pain. "You bastard!" He yelled into the microphone as he watched cops emerge. "Are you so foolish? Do you think your wife will go Scot free now? Just a word from me and her mutilated body parts will be sent to your doorstep!"Levi's eyes darkened at his words. He looked around because he knew Noah could see him. "Do you know what has become of your accomplice, Billy? Just surrender now or your term will be worse."Noah laughed and the warehouse echoed with his laughter. "That was all my plan, you fool! He was after my ring too so how could I let him remain with me?! He is no longer useful so I tossed him out.""You have gone against me and I can see you value the ring more than your wife. That is w
231: Come Get It
As the chaos subsided, Juan received a call and stepped away from the gathering. He found a quiet place and answered the call just before it was disconnected."Hello, did you find out anything?" He was a bit anxious about what the other person was going to say. If Luis is really declared guilty, he won't spare him."Sir, we tracked his call records and his bank records even deleted transactions but found nothing unusual."Juan didn't know why he released a sigh of relief. He wasn't wrong after all. Luis might be temperamental and easily pissed off but he won't do anything to hurt his own family. Then who tampered with the vitamins? Because Juan had a bit of knowledge in medicine, he knew the vitamins were manufactured by a popular pharmaceutical company and they were original products.Which means someone must have tampered with the vitamins after they were purchased? He had almost forgotten that he was on a call until the person spoke again."Sir, we also checked the call records of
230: Lloyd's of Wales
"She's missing," Hector announced as he walked into the sitting room where the cops were handling Billy and the bloody mess he had causedLevi was on a sofa with an oppressive expression that showed one shouldn't come closer to him."Oh no! Our poor Brooke! She only just got released and she's gone again!" Yolanda was on the other side of the room crying her eyes out.This sound made Levi's fingers clench with every passing second. Why act like she cares?"Mr Lloyd, do you know who could be behind this?" A cop was asking Levi for the umpteenth time yet was receiving no response.Luis walked up to them furiously and pointed at him. "How dare you act nonchalant?! Officer, hold him responsible if anything happens to my daughter!"Levi's face hardened but he refused to say a word and just sat there listening to Luis' rants. Images of Brooklyn's current state kept on running through his mind and he almost couldn't breathe."Levi!" The door the cops were entering and leaving through suddenl
229: End Of You
Brooklyn was walking down the hallway to her room when she felt someone sprinted across the hallway. She didn't think too much about it as she was still upset about what had happened in the sitting room.She has never seen her father so angry and that too at his own brother. These days, she feels her father is gradually turning into someone they all don't know anymore.Not to mention the cold war he has been engaging with these days.Tap!She halted when she saw the shadow of the person sprinting across the hallway again. She was suddenly scared and called out, "Who is there?!"No one answered her and she turned around. The hallway was silent. "Maybe I'm just being paranoid," She mumbled to herself.No one could get into this house anyway. But as she shook her thoughts away and took another step, someone suddenly strangled her from behind."Ah—" Her shout was muffled as a cloth was put over her nose. Her body went paralyzed with fear as she realized what was happening.She wanted to s
228: Don't Dare Me
"This wasn't what we both agreed to. I don't agree to this," Billy kicked a chair as he flared.Noah Lloyd didn't bat an eye at his actions. He simply said, "If you want to get Levi, this will be your only way.""Why do I have to go in there and get his wife himself? You have so many men they could easily carry out the job. Why me? It feels like you are sending me straight to the enemy's trap."Billy hated to admit it but he was a bit scared about facing Levi. Now he has to find a way to sneak into the Hernandez family residence himself, knock Brooklyn out and find a way to sneak her out.Noah's plan didn't sound feasible to him and he wasn't a fool. No way will he do that.Noah smiled craftily. He knew it. Billy wasn't as foolish as he thinks so there was no way he could keep him now. He just has to get rid of him.Besides, the dumbo also wants his ring. All the more reason for him not to survive but first he had to convince the fool."Your first attempt at the hospital was a complet
227: Familial Ties
"I'm certainly not a tour guide now."Levi chuckled at Juan's words but waited for him to continue. He relished the taste of the first food he grabbed and wondered if Brooklyn had her dinner yet."I think... I should keep what I do as a secret but it has nothing to do with our family's business.""That's not fair uncle. What's with the suspense?" Levi frowned and Juan laughed.The former was quite curious about this eldest son of Hernandez's family that has managed to evade the discerning eyes of paparazzi for years.Although Juan was estranged from the family, he appeared to be living better than his younger brother, Luis.Heck if they were to stand together one wouldn't be able to judge who was the younger one or the older one."Let's keep that aside now. Maybe someday... What I just want to say is whatever my brother does, just know he means no harm. He is ambitious and all but doesn't take it to heart. Go easy on him."Levi paused and swallowed the food in his mouth. One would hav
