"Ding! You have reached the 111th floor! Please exit and enjoy!"The gentle sound reminded Arnold it was time to step out. He adjusted his worn-out suit, brushing away a wrinkle that didn’t exist, his fingers trembling slightly.‘Every penny, every sacrifice…’ he thought, stepping onto the polished marble floor. His shoes barely made a sound as they touched the cold, smooth surface. ‘All for this moment. A moment to cherish forever with her. Worth it!’He glanced around, eyes wide with hope and anticipation. The soft music, the sea of red roses glowing under the warm candlelight, and the twinkling stars overhead…it was perfect.‘She’s going to love this,’ he thought, a smile tugging at the corners of his mouth. ‘Diana… tonight is for us… for our future…’His heart was pounding as he imagined her reaction. He could almost see her face light up, her eyes sparkling with joy, her smile soft and blushing.He stared at the romantic scene he had prepared…red roses glowing and candles flicker
Arnold paced back and forth in the waiting lounge, the cold hospital air biting at him. The red light above the operation theater glowed ominously, each passing second stretching his nerves tighter. The muffled sounds of hurried footsteps and faint voices from the staff beyond those doors only added to the unbearable tension.'Come on, Grandpa. You’re tougher than anyone I know. Don’t give up on me now.' He prayed that his grandpa would try his best to win another battle.He clenched his fists at his sides, his nails biting into his palms. His whole body was tense, fueled by helplessness and anger, and he focused on figuring out the culprit responsible for this event from his recent knowledge about Williams. Every passing second felt like an eternity. He clenched his fists, trying to wash away the exhaustion creeping over him from the blood transfusion. He couldn’t afford to collapse now—not when so much still needed to be done. He shook his head, trying to focus. The sound of hurr
The city lights blurred into streaks of gold and white as Arnold sped through the streets, the roar of his engine cutting through the quiet of the night. His hands gripped the steering wheel tighter with every second, his knuckles white. The words from Rex’s panicked call echoed in his head, louder than the hum of the tires on the concrete road.“It’s Mr. William… He’s been in an accident.”A cold weight pressed on Arnold’s chest, making it harder to breathe. He couldn’t imagine the image of his formidable grandfather—always so composed, so unshakable—with the idea of him lying helpless in a hospital bed. The thought of happening something bad was making his heart throb like a drum. Pulling up to StarLife Hospital, Arnold jumped out of the car, his heart hammering as he pushed through the revolving doors. The sterile smell of antiseptic and the low murmur of voices filled the air, but he had no time to process it. His eyes searched for a familiar face, and within seconds, he spotted
As the tension in the air thickened, Arnold found himself surrounded by Ethan’s bodyguards. They loomed over him like a pack of wolves, fists clenched, eyes hungry for violence. Ethan’s sneer was sharp, his smugness practically oozing as he stood there, ready to watch his hired dogs harassing Arnold to show off his power.Arnold stood his ground, his hands at his sides, unfazed by the threat. His heart pounded, but his face remained calm, and controlled. ‘Is this really how he wants to play it? Pathetic.’ He glanced around the courthouse steps. He could call for backup, but that would be playing into Ethan’s game. The guy lived for this drama. Arnold didn’t.“Still think you’ve got the upper hand?” Ethan’s voice dripped with arrogance, his eyes flashing with triumph. “You don’t. You never did, Arnold. I can finish you off even if you are damn hell.”Arnold raised an eyebrow, his voice cold. “The upper hand? Over what? You, your debt, and your miserable attempt at showing off? And abou
As the doors to the conference room swung open, Arnold was met with a wave of enthusiastic applause. The sound echoed in the grand room, filled with polished wood and towering windows that offered a panoramic view of the city. His heart pounded in his chest, but he forced himself to keep his posture steady. ‘Is this really happening?’ he asked himself, trying to grasp the gravity of the moment.At the head of the long table, his grandfather, Aron William, sat in the main chair. His presence commanded respect, even more so with the way the board members looked at him—admiration and reverence in their eyes. The lawyer stood quietly to the side, his expression neutral but attentive.Aron raised a hand, silencing the applause. He began to speak, his voice deep and measured. “Ladies and gentlemen, I’ve been running this company since I was eighteen years old.” His eyes scanned the room, ensuring that every person’s attention was locked on him. “Sixty years,” he paused for a moment to catc
Arnold leaned back in his seat, a sly smile playing on his lips as he glanced at Rex, who looked at him back without questioning anything. The hum of the car’s engine was low, almost a whisper compared to the storm of thoughts brewing in his mind. ‘Time to give Ethan Black a taste of his own medicine,’ Arnold thought as he dialed the claims adjuster.The phone rang twice before a crisp, professional voice greeted him, “Good morning, Mr. William. How can I assist you today?”Arnold’s voice was smooth, but there was an edge of amusement in it. “I believe you can. I need to discuss a certain claim—against Ethan Black.”The adjuster paused, likely taken aback by the mention of such a high-profile name. “Before we proceed, Mr. William, I need to verify your identity for security purposes. Can you confirm your full name and the vehicle involved?”Arnold rolled his eyes slightly but complied. “Arnold William. Vehicle registration number… BXL111.” He delivered the information casually, almost
Arnold was dragged into the police station, his hands bound tightly behind his back. He kept his head held high, even as Officer Jackson roughly pushed him into the interrogation room. The door slammed shut behind them, and Officer Jackson wasted no time sitting in front of Arnold, his eyes full of malicious intent."You think you’re someone special, don’t you? Driving a car like that, but dressed like a beggar. Who do you think you’re fooling?" Officer Jackson asked as if he was sure about Arnold being the car thief.Arnold met Officer Jackson’s gaze, his voice steady. "I don’t need to fool anyone. The car is mine. It was a gift."Officer Jackson scoffed, his lips curling into a sneer. "A gift? From who? Santa Claus? Or maybe you’ve conned some old sugar mommy."Arnold’s jaw tightened, but he refused to take the bait. "My grandfather gave it to me. That’s all you need to know."Officer Jackson laughed, a harsh sound that filled the small room. "Grandfather? Is that the best you can
Arnold could feel his blood boiling as he stood in front of Diana and Ethan, their sneers fueling his anger. The situation was escalating out of control rapidly, and despite his best efforts to stay calm, their nonstop mockery was pushing him to the edge.“So, Arnold,” Ethan began, his tone dripping with disdain, “Oh my, oh my, still trying to play the big shot? It’s pathetic. You can’t even afford a decent suit, and you want us to believe you own this car?”Diana laughed, the sound cold and cutting. “Honestly, Arnold, you’re better off admitting you’re just a thief. It might save you from further embarrassment.”Arnold’s fists clenched at his sides, but he forced himself to respond calmly. “Keep talking, Ethan. You’re only digging a deeper hole for yourself. And Diana, you know nothing about me anymore.”Ethan’s smirk widened. “Oh, really? Is that why you’re driving this stolen car? Because you’ve suddenly become someone important? You’re still the same loser who couldn’t hold on to
After Rex’s announcement, the tension in the room thickened. Mike, the once-powerful CEO, stared at Arnold in disbelief, his face pale. “You can’t be serious,” he stammered, his voice trembling.Rex’s expression remained icy. “You heard me correctly. It would be effective immediately, Arnold William is the new CEO of this company. As for you, Mike, you’ll be working as his assistant.”The shock was evident in Mike’s eyes, but he knew he had no choice. Decades of service to the company flashed before him, and the thought of losing everything he’d built was too much to bear. He swallowed his pride, bowing his head. “I… I understand,” he muttered, barely able to meet Arnold’s gaze. “I’ll do my best as your assistant, Mr. William.”Arnold looked at the man who had fired him so callously just a few hours ago. The tables had truly turned, and the power dynamics had shifted in his favor. He decided to address one of the issues that had plagued him during his time here. “Your first task,” A
Leaving the villa, Arnold couldn’t shake the mix of anxiety and determination brewing inside him. The reality of his newfound status still felt so dreamy, but he knew there was no turning back. As they drove in the Lincoln, the butler, Rex, remained calm and composed. His presence was a silent assurance that Arnold wasn’t alone in this.The sleek car pulled up in front of Star Corporation, the building towering above them, a familiar yet now foreign sight for Arnold. He took a deep breath as they stepped inside the lobby. The memories of his last day here, being fired over the phone, still stung.“Let’s get this over with,” Arnold muttered, encouraging himself as they walked toward the reception desk.The receptionist, a woman named Sarah, recognized Arnold immediately. A smirk spread across her face, her tone dripping with sarcasm as she greeted him. “Oh, Arnold, what are you doing here? Didn’t you get the notice? You don’t work here anymore.”Arnold opened his mouth to respond, bu