“Meet with Gideon? I see you have gone insane! He could crush you, and you wouldn't have a voice! You can't fight against him!” James argued, trying to make a point.All his words were focused on one thing: Ethan must remain in his lane and not meet with Gideon. He was scared of the outcome, especially since Ethan was seen or perceived to be weak.“I just have to, James... This could go a long way! If I meet with Gideon, I could...” Just as Ethan was trying to explain his part of the idea, James cut in swiftly.“You could talk him into not killing you?” His eyes rolled in frustration as he struck his forehead. “Yeah, where did that get you back then in school?” James asked with a scoff.“Can you quit the act already, James! I don't like being reminded of my past!” Ethan snapped. He wasn't happy about being reminded that he was bullied by someone like Gideon back in school.“If you don't think I can do it, then sit and watch!” Ethan added angrily, and because James could sense the ange
"Meeting someone like you is not something I ever want to do," he spat out, his voice dripping with venom. "You are a waste of my time, Ethan Wills! I will never spend my precious time on you!" As Gideon spoke, his fists clenched so tightly that his knuckles turned white. Every muscle in his body seemed to be coiled with tension, ready to snap. His dislike for Ethan ran deep, and it was clear in every word he uttered. He couldn't stand the sight of him. Ethan felt the same way about Gideon. There was a mutual hatred between them that had been simmering for a long time. Just the thought of Gideon made Ethan's blood boil. He would go to great lengths just to be able to confront him, to look him in the eye and say what needed to be said. "What do you want from me, Gideon?" Ethan demanded, his voice a mix of frustration and determination. He had a plan, a plan that could only be put into action once he was face to face with Gideon. Gideon took a deep breath, trying to control the a
"Do what you must to save those around you, Ethan Wills... this is the best thing to do! Trust me!" James said. His voice shook with both determination and worry as he tried to convince Ethan to do what he believed was right.Ethan's mind raced. "But what if it's not him? What will happen to me then?" he asked, his voice filled with fear. He was terrified of making the wrong decision, one that could either make or break him.Ethan felt the weight of his responsibilities pressing down on him. He had so many people depending on him, and he couldn't bear the thought of losing any of them. The fear of failure gnawed at him, making his heart pound faster.James's eyes were intense as he spoke again. "At least you'll know you did everything you could, Ethan. You have to go now and find out what he's up to. Who knows, he might be planning something entirely different for you!" His words hung in the air, heavy with urgency.Ethan's jaw tightened, and his hands balled into fists. He could feel
"I'll make sure you regret ever sending your men against me, Nathan! I'll make sure you regret ever coming after me. That's a promise!" Ethan's fist clenched as he declared, his eyes and anger fixed mainly on Nathan, who was still shocked to see him in his house.If there was anyone he was expecting, it definitely wasn't Ethan. He had strongly believed that Ethan was dead. He still had to put on a show to make Ethan leave his house."It's best you leave now, Ethan... leave while I'm still nice to you!" he warned. With a glare, he took a step closer to where Ethan was standing."Is that so? You want me to still torture you a bit? I can do that, you know." He sneered, and just then, Ethan had to give in, he had to listen to him.With a resigned sigh leaving his lips and a frown etched across his face, he turned on his heels and walked over to the door. Getting to the door, he halted, his head turned halfway to where Nathan stood."Trust me, Nathan... I'll make you regret every second of
"Tell the executives that we will meet today once it is dusk! Is that clear?" Ethan ordered as he looked at the female employee standing before him."Yes, sir, but I have an objection, Sir Ethan..." she stated, making Ethan's brows crease immediately. She had no right to object to his command and order."And what may that be, miss?" he asked abruptly, awaiting her response."Most of the executives might not be available today because of another company gathering… Should I still go with your orders or let it be?" she questioned, a tinge of fear in her tone."I have given my orders, young lady... They are either carried out or left behind, and believe me, you won't like what happens next if they are tossed aside," Ethan declared before taking his eyes off the girl.She saw the anger etched on his face and immediately bowed her head and turned on her heels, leaving the office as she should."Not available? What nonsense!" Ethan grunted as he began the work for the day. He had left home e
Ethan stood in front of the door, feeling the weight of the moment. He took a deep breath to steady himself, his heart pounding in his chest. With a final breath, he reached for the door handle and pushed it open, expecting to find Nathan inside the conference hall.Nathan had recently been bailed out of jail, and Ethan assumed he would come to the company for a visit. However, as the door swung open, Ethan's eyes widened in shock. Standing in the middle of the room was not Nathan, but someone else entirely; someone Ethan never imagined he would see, especially here.The man turned around slowly, a sneer forming on his lips. "Hello, Little Wills!" he taunted, his voice dripping with sarcasm.Ethan's body tensed, his fists clenching tightly at his sides. He glared at the intruder, feeling a mix of anger and disbelief. "What do you want from me, Gideon?" he demanded, his voice steady but filled with barely restrained fury.Gideon chuckled darkly, clearly enjoying Ethan's reaction.It t
"I'm sure you wouldn't want me to leave once you know what's happening, Ethan!" James' words cut through the silence of the office, making Ethan turn around quickly.Ethan was surprised to see James still there. He thought James had left after seeing him a few minutes ago."Why are you here?" Ethan asked, his eyebrows furrowing as he stared at James, waiting for an answer."That's not the question you should be asking, Ethan. You should be more worried about Gideon and your girlfriend," James said suddenly, making Ethan stop for a moment."What do you mean by that?" Ethan asked, his curiosity at its peak."I saw Gideon and Camilla getting into the same car... I'm not sure, but something seemed off with the way they looked at each other. It looked like they were..." Just as James was about to finish, Ethan interrupted, knowing what he was going to say."Dating?"James snapped his eyes to Ethan, who had just spoken casually about it. It was like he didn't care at all about Camilla and G
“We finally get to see each other, dear Miles…” Ethan's lips curled into a smile as he uttered, staring at Miles who was sitting right before him, his back turned against Ethan.The second he heard Ethan's voice, he swiftly turned around, and with a scoff, he stood to his feet.“Hello, Wills…” he bowed his head to Ethan, and with that, Ethan walked over to where he was standing.“I'm sorry for making you wait so long… why don't you have a seat and let's get down to business?” Ethan urged as he took a seat right before Miles at that moment.The plan was simple: for Miles to come over to a secret and quiet place, talk to him, and make him go ahead and take care of James's mother. She had been too ill for so long and it was time she got proper treatment.Miles was the only one James believed could help his mother, and that was the main reason why Ethan felt the need and urge to talk to Miles. But this time, he went alone. He had to find a way to persuade him just for James. He felt like