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(Not) a Preferred Son-in-Law 36. Charlie's Death
Charlie's face tensed as he watched the video. In the video, it was clearly visible that Leon was being tortured by several people wearing black clothes. They were wearing masks that covered part of their faces. It was also seen when Leon was put into a sack in an unconscious state and his hands and feet were tied.Then the video also showed a fight between Andre and those people. Andre lost and was battered, then fainted. Then Leon was taken to the sea and dumped there."Andre, where did you get these videos? Are they real or edited?" asked Charlie with a tense face."Why do you doubt this video? This video is real, Uncle. Andre got it from those people. They wanted to ask me for ransom. They sent the first video. I couldn't bear it, so I intended to free Leon. But instead they ganged up on me until I lost and fainted. That's when they sent the second video. Then the third video." Charlie watched the videos again. He believed now that everything Andre said was true and the proof was
(Not) a Preferred Son-in-Law 37. At the Charlie's Home
"Mr. Leon! Come here quickly!" Leon who heard Anto's scream gasped, he was very shocked and anxious. Leon was afraid that something bad would happen to Anto, the person who had kindly helped him from death. Leon rushed to Anto. "What's wrong?" Leon asked with a panicked face. "Sir, check out the news!" Anto showed the news on television, making Leon immediately come closer and listen to the news that was being broadcast by the famous television station in the country. A news about the death of Charlie Tanusudibya, a big businessman who founded Tan's Industries, two days ago.The news also discussed Charlie Tan's funeral plan, exactly one week after Charlie's death. The founder of Tan's Industries was planned to be buried in the largest cemetery in Southeast Asia located outside the island. Tjung Hoax Kung Mu Yen Cemetery, where Charlie's ancestors are. "Is that your grandfather, Sir?" asked Anto with a concerned face. Anto certainly still remembered, a few days ago Leon revealed
(Not) a Preferred Son-in-Law 38. Prayer for Charlie
Anto was shocked, he was really surprised to be reprimanded in such a way by another trumpet player."Don't stop blowing your trumpet until you tell me to," the trumpet player said to Anto."Okay. Sorry. I was just amazed by the luxury of the house," Anto replied while scratching the back of his neck, embarrassed."That's how rich people's houses are. Okay, let's blow again before the chairman gets angry!"Anto then blew the trumpet in his hand again. In front of him, Leon was also blowing the trumpet. Leon and Anto were forced to change into white shirts so they could blend in with the trumpet player. Leon kept stealing glances at the main residence, while blowing the trumpet, he kept observing and looking for a way to get in there.Behind the trumpeters, a group of lion dancers were showing off their moves. Weaving like a dragon walking. Sometimes spinning around like they were chasing their tails. The white lion dancers were still in action, when Leon saw a good opportunity. When t
(Not) a Preferred Son-in-Law 39. Meeting Cindy
"Wait a minute, Sir!"Leon froze when he heard the voice. He clearly knew who was calling him. The woman walked quickly after Leon, and in an instant was in front of Leon."Are you Young Master Leon?"Cindy looked closely at the figure in front of her. While Anto nudged Leon's arm, she was worried that Leon was in danger. Leon glanced at Anto, then nodded. As if to say that he was fine."Who is Young Master Leon? I don't know him!""Ha-ha-ha... Young Master, don't joke with me. My guess is right, you are indeed Young Master Leon. I will not be fooled by your appearance, Sir. I know your posture very well. Your voice also cannot deceive me." Leon could only exhale roughly. "Alright, I admit defeat, Cindy. I beg you, don't come near me. Later someone will be suspicious and recognize my disguise. Please!" Leon begged with a serious face. "Alright, Young Master. I want to discuss something important with Young Master. Can Young Master wait for me near the gate? We will try to find a saf
(Not) a Preferred Son-in-Law 40. Maneuver
"Quickly tell me what's wrong Cindy! What are you investigating!" Leon was so curious about what Cindy had just said. His brain started thinking, trying to guess what was happening in the company and why Andre could be involved. "Excuse me, Young Master, I found a lot of irregularities with the existing financial reports and production reports. Then after I traced it, it all pointed to a point where your uncle was behind it. But this is just a temporary assumption, Young Master. I haven't succeeded in proving your uncle's involvement. I'm still investigating it further."Leon nodded in agreement. "Okay, I give you the authority to conduct any investigation in the company. Do it according to procedure, don't forget to involve independent parties too. Please keep it a secret as much as possible if I'm still alive. I still want to hide from Andre for now. I want to know his next plan after Grandpa's departure." "Okay, Young Master." Cindy nodded obediently, then wrote something back o
(Not) a Preferred Son-in-Law 41. More Allies
Cindy looked around again. Then, her gaze accidentally met someone she really didn't want to see. However, unfortunately, the person smiled at her, even walking towards her. Cindy clenched her jaw, when the person started to greet her. "Miss Cindy, you came too? Where's your Young Master?" Andre asked Cindy that, making Leon's personal assistant furious. However, she tried not to show her feelings. She gave a thin smile, pretending not to know anything about what Leon was going through. "Young Master Leon seems to be on vacation, Mr. Andre. He's turned off his cellphone for the past few days and I can't contact him," Cindy replied, trying to be friendly to Leon's uncle. "Oh really? On vacation, huh? You didn't even know about his grandfather's death, huh? What kind of grandson is that? He said he was the only grandson, but he behaves like that!" Cindy secretly clenched her fists when she heard Andre's response about Leon's absence. Even though Cindy knew very well, Andre was the
(Not) a Preferred Son-in-Law 42. Suspicious
"Is it possible that Mr. Andre was involved in the death of the late Master?" Robert said that quietly, afraid that someone would overhear their conversation and eventually their secret would be revealed. Cindy crossed her arms in front of her chest, then looked at Robert with a probing gaze. She tried to find out what was on Robert's mind. "If Mr. Andre was involved, what would you do?" Cindy asked then, after she found no lies in Robert's facial expression. "If that's the case, I will try to investigate this case through legal channels. This is a criminal act and enters the realm of the law," Robert replied firmly.Cindy nodded in agreement. She was sure now that Robert was on her side. If he was on Andre's side, he would certainly defend his master, right? Cindy felt relieved because she had an ally now. "Mr. Robert, if you're not busy, after the airport I'd like to talk to you privately." "Cindy, do you also want to accompany the late Master to the airport? How about coming
(Not) a Preferred Son-in-Law 43. Meeting with New Supporter
43. Meeting with New Supporter"Mr. Robert. I have something important to discuss with you." Robert turned around and frowned because he felt like he didn't know the person who had just greeted him. Robert glanced at the person's appearance. The tall, big man was wearing an unbuttoned black leather jacket that revealed his black undershirt. Black denim trousers covered his lower body. It looked informal but quite polite to attend a funeral. "Excuse me, who are you? Do you know me?""Mr. Robert. What happened to Mr. Charlie that he died? I met him a few days ago, he seemed healthy and fit. Did something happen to him?" Robert was obviously shocked to hear the man's words, because usually Charlie always wanted to be accompanied wherever Charlie went and talk about anything about what Charlie had done and would do. However, Charlie did not tell about his meeting with the person who was now in front of Robert. "Do you know Mr. Charlie? What's your name?" asked Robert with a sharp gaze
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86. Revealed
Not getting an answer from Veronica, Ariana couldn't hold back her emotions any longer. She then said something that made Veronica glare and growl in annoyance."Just say that you still love Dion, that's why you can't love Leon. Right?""Mom!" Veronica exclaimed while clenching her fists. "Mom, don't talk carelessly!"Veronica's face looked red, clearly she was holding back her anger at Ariana's accusation. In the past, Veronica did love Dion. When she was married to Leon, she still loved Dion. However, ever since Veronica found out about Dion's affair, all her love for her lover immediately evaporated.Like milk repaid with water from the tuba, Veronica's loyalty was repaid with Dion's betrayal. That alone made Veronica hate Dion. Not to mention the kidnapping incident carried out by Dion, in order to fulfill the man's obsession and revenge on Veronica. Veronica's hatred for Dion became manifold from before. Especially when considering how indifferent Dion was to Veronica who was in
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85. Veronica's Feelings
Veronica was still lost in her thoughts, when suddenly someone entered her room. Especially when the person called her name, truly, the person's arrival was a real surprise for her. "Mommy!" Ariana rushed over to the bed where Veronica was lying, then helped her sit down. For a moment the two women from different generations hugged each other, relieving their longing for each other. "Vero, are you okay, right? Leon came to the house and told me about your condition. Then he ordered a ticket for Mommy to come here."Ariana told what had happened until she suddenly came. Leon, who was on business outside the office, took the time to visit Ariana and tell her about Veronica's progress. Then Leon ordered a ticket for Ariana and gave her the complete address of the hospital where Veronica was being treated. Indeed, Ariana and Leon often communicated, although not directly. Their relationship was good like a harmonious mother-in-law and daughter-in-law relationship. When Veronica was ki
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84. Insecure
Hary took a breath, then exhaled through his mouth. He repeated that over and over again, trying to overcome the nervousness that was hitting him. Especially when he saw Leon enter the cafe and look around, looking for Hary.Seeing that, Hary immediately took the initiative to wave his hand, calling Leon. The owner of Tan's Industries turned his head, he saw Hary's wave. Then Leon stepped closer to Hary's table, making Ardy's father's heartbeat even more irregular.Leon immediately sat right in front of Hary, they were only separated by the table. Leon's calm attitude made Hary flustered, embarrassed and at a loss for words. Feeling nervous and nervous at the same time, confused about how to start the conversation."Just tell me if you want the phone, I'll give it to you."A firm and cold baritone voice came out of Leon's lips, making Hary even more nervous."Ehm!"Hary cleared his throat, trying to control himself and get rid of his nervousness."Mr. Leon, how could you give me this
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83. The Meeting
Leon had indeed told Robert what had happened, until finally Robert himself felt curious about the message Leon had received from Hary. "He's got guts too. He tried to blackmail me. But just look, what will happen to him because of his actions!" Without Hary knowing, Leon had blocked the cellphone through the IT expert he had ordered, so that it could not be opened unless using the original password. Leon was not affected by Hary's threat. "Shouldn't you meet that person, Sir?"Leon had indeed told Robert what had happened, until finally Robert himself was curious about what Hary would do if he met Leon. "For what? The important files in it cannot be opened. In fact, the files have been deleted from here by the IT expert who managed to hack my cellphone." Robert nodded hearing Leon's words. Indeed, there was no point in serving a money-hungry person like Hary. Having already caused problems in the company with a corruption case, how could Hary act up again to blackmail Leon. "Un
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82. Hary's Recklessness
Hary immediately fell silent, seemed to think for a moment. Then, he smiled when he got an idea. Hary whispered something in Toby's ear, until Hary's friend's eyes immediately sparkled."Your idea is also good!" Toby exclaimed happily."Come on, let's execute it right away!" said Hary enthusiastically."But, how are we going to contact Leon? His cellphone is here, it's no use if we call him, it won't connect, right?"Toby denied it again, making Hary annoyed."Yes, we have to try, Leon is not a poor person who only has one cellphone. He must have other cellphones and numbers. If not, we can contact him through his assistant. Or through anyone in the company. You, you really don't use your brain properly!" Hary grumbled at Toby at length, he had racked his brain and thought about what they wanted to do, but Toby always made Hary's blood boil with his pessimistic words. Truly the definition of a person with a short mind. "Okay, I'll just follow what you say. You make the plan, I'll ex
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81. Hary's Plan
Just as Leon was about to breathe a sigh of relief, suddenly his confidant whispered something that made Leon's chest rumble and race again. "What did you say? Is that true?" Leon answered loudly. "That's right, Sir. The boy is the son of Hary Ananta, the chief production supervisor whom you fired some time ago for being involved in corruption," said Leon's confidant who was tasked with finding out the teenage boy who had found his cellphone. "Keep an eye on Hary's family. Report any movement from Hary!" Leon ordered his subordinates. "Okay, Sir, I'll take my leave!"Leon's men then left the place. He and two other Leon men had indeed been assigned to monitor the person who found Leon's cellphone. Leon suddenly became anxious, he was worried that his cellphone would be misused by Hary. Moreover, he remembered that Hary seemed to not accept the dismissal. Leon still remembered that at that time Hary was angry and made a scene. Leon was forced to deploy security guards to drag Hary
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80. New Problems
"Do you know him, Dad?" asked Ardy, who was curious about the change in his father's face. "Where's his cellphone, let Dad hold it. Dad has big plans for him!" Hary, Ardy's father, used to be an ordinary employee at Tan's Industries. At first he was an ordinary employee but over time because of his diligent work he was promoted. From an ordinary employee, then became an assistant supervisor, then rose again to become a production supervisor. The last time he served as chief production.During the company's cleanup of corruption led by Andre, Hary was also involved in it. Although indirectly because Hary was only ordered by Andre, Leon still took firm action against anyone involved in the corruption. He fired him from the company without giving him severance pay, only giving him one month's salary as compensation. Since then, Hary has been wandering around looking for work to pay for his wife and children's living expenses. However, his high prestige and ego due to being spoiled sin
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79. About Ardy
The teenager was walking unsteadily, about to head to the passenger arrival gate to pick up his father's return. He had only walked a few steps when he stopped because his eyes accidentally saw something. "What is that?" he muttered as he walked closer to the object, then picked it up with all the curiosity that was entrenched in his mind. "Whose cellphone is this?" muttered the teenager, his name was Ardy. He was indeed still seventeen years old, a student at a high school.The phone was not just any phone, from the brand, Ardy knew enough that the price of the phone was definitely not cheap. Ardy who often went around the mall and changed phones certainly knew the price of the phone. The price that Ardy thought was fantastic and could even buy a better motorbike than his. "Is it the one I hit earlier that belongs to the sir?" Ardy muttered again, he observed the condition of the phone which fortunately was not damaged. The screen remained intact without scratches or cracks. Maybe
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78. Minor Accident
Meanwhile, Veronica who had just been left by Aurelia laughed softly, laughing at Aurelia's behavior. "When he came he was so fierce, but it turns out that's all the guts he had. His negotiation skills are also really bad." Veronica shook her head. She half couldn't believe that Aurelia was pregnant with Leon's child. Veronica knew very well that Leon was not a man who would follow his lust carelessly. Leon was a man who guarded himself from women who were not his wives.Only Veronica, whose wife has never been touched carelessly, let alone other women. Leon only kissed her forehead or cheek, sometimes kissed the back of Veronica's hand. He didn't do anything strange even though Veronica was his legal wife. They had never even had sex like a husband and wife. Leon knew that Veronica was sick and he never forced her to do it. "Just look, if she's really pregnant, her stomach will definitely get bigger in the next few months. I already suspected that she was faking it earlier. But, w
