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Rejected Billionaire book 2: Abraxas's Revenge Chapter 33: The Countess of Lokir
The morning sun filtered through the large windows of Kerrigan’s office, casting long shadows across the polished floor. Despite the warmth of the sunlight, the atmosphere in the room felt anything but bright. Kerrigan sat behind her desk, her posture rigid, her fingers gripping a pen with undue force as she stared at the latest report from her public relations team.Across from her, Evelynn and Gabriella stood at attention near the door, ready to respond to any command. But they, too, could sense the storm brewing just beyond the walls of Dragon Corporation.“Countess Lokir.” The words were printed boldly across the top of the latest Friday morning news article, the title glaring up at her like an accusation. For years, Kerrigan had worked to build her identity as a business leader, separate from her noble heritage. But now, with the media’s relentless pursuit of the story, that carefully constructed image was crumbling.“They’re starting to connect the dots,” Kerrigan said, her voic
Rejected Billionaire book 2: Abraxas's Revenge Chapter 34: A summons from the Duke
Kerrigan sat with her head down on her desk, exhausted. The day had been relentless—meeting after meeting, each one more draining than the last. The weight of her responsibilities pressed heavily on her shoulders, and she longed for the day to end. She felt like she had been dodging the media all week, forcing herself to stay focused on running Dragon Corporation amidst the chaos. But as the evening began to close, Kerrigan allowed herself a moment to breathe, a brief respite before the next storm inevitably hit.Just as she began to relax, the crackle of Evelynn’s radio disrupted the silence. Kerrigan looked up, her senses immediately on high alert.Both of her guard’s faces were series, meaning the message had to be urgent.Evelynn pressed the radio’s ear piece with her finger, listening intently. Kerrigan watched her closely, noting the way Evelynn’s expression shifted from curiosity to surprise.“The Duke has sent a helicopter to pick you up,” Evelynn relayed, her tone calm but w
Rejected Billionaire book 2: Abraxas's Revenge Chapter 35: Breakfast with the Duke
Conor woke early in the morning to soft beams of light filtering through the thin curtains the the sparse room. His sleep had been restless and filled with troubled dreams. The events of the previous evening still weighed heavily on his mind, particularly Kerrigan’s hesitant words: "I… I don’t know about us."He sighed and sat up, swinging his legs over the side of the narrow bed. The room was small, much smaller than the others had been shown to the night before. It was plainly furnished, with a simple bed, a single chair, a tiny writing desk and a small dresser. Put simply, a servant's quarters. Whether it was a deliberate slight or a simple oversight by the Duke's staff, Conor couldn't tell, but while the room fit his needs, it stung all the same. It felt like a tangible reminder of his place—or lack thereof—in Kerrigan’s world.He had expected some form of discomfort during this visit, but the reality of it was more unsettling than he’d imagined. Conor had been at Kerrigan’s side
Rejected Billionaire book 2: Abraxas's Revenge Chapter 36: A Meeting with the Duke
The Duke rose from his seat, indicating for them to follow him. He led them to a smaller, more intimate sitting room just off the main dining hall. The room was richly furnished, with deep, comfortable chairs and a large fireplace that crackled softly with a fresh fire.Once they were seated, the Duke wasted no time. “Kerrigan, you’ve done well with Dragon Corporation, despite the challenges you’ve faced. But your role as President is not the only duty you carry. As Countess Lokir, you have a responsibility to this province and to our family. That includes making decisions that go beyond the business world.”Kerrigan nodded, her expression composed. “I understand, Grandfather. I’ve been doing everything I can to uphold our family’s legacy.”"Are you?" He questioned. He then unfolded a news paper and held out the front page. "Three of my men are dead..."Kerrigan paled, the tone of this meeting already going south. The duke sighed heavily. "They were good men Kerrigan, but they died f
Rejected Billionaire book 2: Abraxas's Revenge Chapter 37: A test of Strength
Conor trailed behind Kerrigan as they left the Duke’s private sitting room, his mind a whirl of thoughts and emotions. The Duke’s words had cut deep, leaving Conor with a gnawing sense of inadequacy that he couldn’t shake. The weight of the conversation bore down on him, and he felt more out of place than ever.As they walked through the long, ornate corridors of the Duke’s estate, Kerrigan finally slowed her pace and turned to Conor and Natalie. Her expression was calm, but Conor could see the tension in the way she held herself, the slight furrow in her brow.“Well,” Kerrigan began, her voice carefully controlled. “What did you think?”Conor hesitated, unsure of how to respond. The Duke’s probing questions about marriage and the future had left him feeling unsettled, and he wasn’t sure he could offer anything constructive without revealing the doubts swirling inside him.Before he could find the right words, Natalie spoke up, her tone thoughtful. “I think the Duke has a positive vie
Rejected Billionaire book 2: Abraxas's Revenge Chapter 38: Watching from the Shadows
Kerrigan slipped quietly into the training yard, staying in the shadows along the edge where hedges and vines could hide her as she observed the scene unfolding before her. Her eyes were immediately drawn to Conor, who was in the midst of a fierce match with five of the Duke's guardsmen.The tension that had been simmering between them since their arrival at her grandfather’s estate weighed heavily on her, and she found herself watching him with a mix of admiration and regret.Conor moved with a fluid grace that belied his strength, his every motion calculated and precise. As he fought, Kerrigan couldn’t help but be struck by how much he had grown since they first met.There was a confidence in him now, a quiet assurance that had come from months of training and honing his skills. But even as she admired his prowess, her mind drifted back to the conversations they had shared over the past twenty-four hours—conversations that had left Conor hurt and uncertain, and had left Kerrigan que
Rejected Billionaire book 2: Abraxas's Revenge Chapter 39: The Dukes Advice
After her chat with her grandmother, Kerrigan took a stroll through the estate gardens, trying to sort out her emotions. After over an hour of wondering the grounds, she found herself on a bench looking across a pond surrounded by roses. As she watched, a gentleman dressed in garish court finery not common to Golan made his way round the far side, trailed by a small entourage.Odd, she thought. Must be some dignitary or ambassador from another kingdom. No one would be caught dead in those kinds of fashions. Her musings were interrupted by the Duke’s manservant. “Countess, the Duke has sent me to inform you he is available for the personal audience you asked for.”Kerrigan rose and headed for her grandfather’s study. Kerrigan had requested this meeting at Natalie’s urging to discuss the challenges she was facing with the Dragon Corporation board, hoping that her grandfather might have some wisdom to share.A short time later, she sat across from her grandfather in the private study,
Rejected Billionaire book 2: Abraxas's Revenge Chapter 40: The Uniform
Conor stepped out of the shower, letting the hot water clear away the last remnants of his earlier sparring session. The physical exertion had done its job, tiring his body enough to keep the restless energy at bay, but his mind was still spinning. The events of the day—Kerrigan's words, the Duke's subtle but undeniable judgment, and his own growing doubts—had left him feeling unsettled.He grabbed a towel and dried off, his thoughts drifting back to the conversation he’d had with Kerrigan on the helicopter. He had replayed it in his mind countless times, searching for clues or reassurances that her words hadn’t meant what they seemed.But the more he thought about it, the more he realized that maybe she had been right to question their relationship. After all, what did he have to offer a noble? He was just a commoner from Bayan Province, a man who had clawed his way up in the world of business but still didn’t belong in the noble circles Kerrigan moved in.As CEO of Vokrizin, he cou
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The warm air of late spring greeted Conor and Kerrigan as their convoy rolled through the winding roads of Pinon Province, its rugged landscape starkly different from the lush forests of Lokir. The mountains stood tall and jagged, casting long shadows across the rocky terrain, as if guarding the secrets buried deep within the earth. It was here, beneath these formidable peaks, that the natural gas reserves lay, a potential treasure that could reshape Golan’s energy landscape—but only if Conor and Kerrigan could break through the iron resistance of the Pinon nobility.As the convoy slowed upon reaching the outskirts of Pinon’s provincial capital, Conor glanced at Kerrigan, who sat beside him, her face a mask of quiet determination. Faolan, her ever-loyal wolfhound, sat at her feet, head resting on her paws but eyes alert. Tom Ridley had already deployed the Dragoons ahead of them, ensuring the streets and the meeting venue were secure. Still, there was a tens
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Chapter 204: Economic Crisis and Political Maneuvering
The sun hung low over the Lokir estate, casting a soft glow over the rolling hills and distant forests. Conor sat at the long oak table in the estate’s grand conference room, staring down at the map of Pinon Province spread out before him. The lines on the map marked the gas fields they were hoping to tap, though, at this point, hope felt like too generous a word. Kerrigan stood beside him, her fingers trailing over the routes of potential pipelines, her brow furrowed in concentration.“They’re stalling,” she muttered, her voice tight with frustration. “We’ve been at this for weeks, and the Pinon nobles still won’t commit.”Conor sighed, running a hand through his hair. “They don’t want outsiders telling them what to do. It’s not about the gas fields. It’s about power.”Before Kerrigan could respond, the door opened, and Marina Ellis entered, followed by a handful of engineers and busi
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Chapter 203:Tension in the Air
The atmosphere inside Lokir Estate was growing heavier by the day. The spring air might have been fresh and crisp outside, but inside the estate’s stone walls, tension had settled like an unwelcome guest. Conor sat at the head of a long, rectangular table in the estate’s smaller war room, surrounded by military advisors and defense experts. Maps, charts, and reports were spread out before them, detailing Golan’s current military situation, a stark reminder of the pressure Serret’s sanctions had placed on them."We’ve secured the Jinstain port for now," Colonel Eli Johnson said, leaning over the table to point at a map of the coastal city. "But with Serret cutting off our access to electronic components and military hardware, we’re more vulnerable than we’ve been in years."Conor frowned, his fingers drumming lightly against the polished wood of the table. "That’s the part that bothers me," he muttered. "Serret knows we&rs
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Chapter 202: Patchwork Solutions
The atmosphere in Golan was growing more tense by the hour. The streets of Jinstain were filled with unrest, and protests were becoming a daily occurrence in Lokir as well.The people were feeling the sting of Serret’s embargo, and the energy crisis was hitting harder than anyone had expected. Fuel prices had spiked, and the kingdom was feeling the strain. The one saving grace was that winter had broken so at least people where not freezing in their homes.In the face of this escalating tension, Conor and Kerrigan had no choice but to act swiftly and decisively.Conor stood by the window of their study in Lokir Estate, staring out at the rolling hills and distant lake. Kerrigan sat at the large oak desk, papers spread out before her. Both of them were silent, each lost in their own thoughts as they prepared for the public address that would take place in just a few hours. The protests had grown too large to ignore, and the people needed reassurance.
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Chapter 201: A Kingdom Under Pressure
The sharp, early morning wind blowing through Lokir Estate carried the unmistakable chill of unrest. Even within the estate's thick stone walls, the tension was palpable. Conor sat at the large mahogany desk in the study, staring at reports that seemed to grow more dire with each passing day. The impact of Serret's sanctions was finally starting to show, and the kingdom of Golan was feeling the pinch.Energy prices had nearly doubled in the past week alone, and the latest reports from Jinstain confirmed that people were starting to take to the streets in protest. The same unrest was spreading to Lokir, and Kerrigan had received word just the night before that angry mobs had begun to gather in the main square. What started as a protest over fuel prices was quickly morphing into something more dangerous.Conor rubbed his temples, trying to stave off the growing headache. They were caught in a tightening grip, and Serret's sanctions were only the beginning.The doo
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Chapter 200: The Ripple Effect of Sanctions
The quiet hum of Lokir Estate was deceptive. Outside, the air smelled of blooming flowers and fresh spring, but within, a storm was brewing. The sanctions Serret had imposed on Golan were starting to take their toll, and Conor and Kerrigan knew that the real challenges were only just beginning. Seated around a large table in the estate’s meeting room, Kerrigan was surrounded by her most trusted business leaders, heads of the Dragon Corporation, and representatives from the Jinstain Group. Across from her, Conor reviewed updates from their economic advisors, his brow furrowed in thought."Textiles and spices are our biggest short-term problem," Marina Ellis, Vice President of Jinstain Group, said, tapping the papers in front of her. "We’ve got nobles calling us every day, demanding their orders for high-end fabrics. Silk, cashmere, and wool—Serret’s embargo has cut off the majority of our supply, and Golan’s luxury market is feeling the pinch. The
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Chapter 199: Economic Strategy and Countermeasures
The air around Lokir Estate was crisp with the touch of early spring, but the tension inside the estate was palpable. Conor and Kerrigan had been managing a growing storm for days as Serret’s sanctions began to sink their teeth into Golan’s economy. What had initially seemed like a diplomatic spat was now evolving into a full-blown economic conflict.They knew the sanctions would have consequences—Serret’s decision to cut off exports of military hardware, electronic components, oil, and high-quality textiles was already rattling the markets, particularly those reliant on the old Benedict Group. Despite their efforts, the threat from Serret loomed large, and Conor and Kerrigan needed a plan to ensure Golan’s survival.Inside one of the estate’s grand conference rooms, Kerrigan stood at the head of a long table. The faces of business leaders from Dragon Corporation and the Jinstain Group stared back at her from the large video screen,
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Chapter 198: Growing Tensions with Serret
The mood in the Lokir Estate had changed since the early days of their arrival. What had begun as a time to settle into their roles, handle estate matters, and enjoy the peace of spring had now turned tense.Word of Serret’s actions continued to filter in, and it was clear that Prince Khalid wasn’t wasting any time testing Golan’s resolve. But the threat wasn’t coming in the form of soldiers or military maneuvers—it was coming from the marketplace, where Serret was quietly setting the stage for an economic war.Conor sat at his desk, going over reports from the Regency Council when Kerrigan entered the room, her steps brisk. She was holding a letter, her face a mask of frustration."We’ve just received confirmation," she said, handing the paper to him. "Serret has imposed trade sanctions on Golan, specifically targeting our metal and textile exports."Conor frowned as he scanned the document. The two industries in quest
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Chapter 197: News of Prince Khalid
The sun had barely reached its zenith when Natalie knocked on the door to Kerrigan’s study, her face tight with concern. Kerrigan looked up from her desk, where she had been reviewing estate management reports, and motioned for Natalie to enter.“What is it?” Kerrigan asked, sensing the tension before Natalie even spoke.Natalie approached, holding a folded newspaper in one hand. “I think you’ll want to see this,” she said, her voice carefully measured.Kerrigan took the paper, glancing briefly at the front page before her eyes landed on the headline in bold print: "Power Couple or Political Pawns? The Kingdom Watches as Conor and Kerrigan Rise."Her stomach tightened as she began reading. The article painted a mostly benign picture of her and Conor’s relationship, focusing on their increasing influence in Golan. It speculated on their connection to the Regency Council, their roles in managing both Jinstain and Lo
