Chapter Two Hundred And Sixteen; Plying AlongUsually, when Lucas has a guest in his office, it’s only on a rare occasion that another guest would come and knock on the door while he was still occupied, knowing fully how this works, he knew that it could only be James, so he still went ahead and invited James inside. “Yes? You can coM in” Lucas answered and opened the door, soon James appeared at the other side of the door.Lucas stood in the doorway, his gaze fixed on James, his longtime friend and confidant. The unexpected arrival of James only added to the intrigue and complexity of the situation. A mix of confusion and curiosity played across Lucas's face as he tried to comprehend why James had come to his office unannounced, especially when he already had a significant guest seated before him.Especially when he knew what they two have done to Mr. Galileo and even despite knowing the fact that Mr. Galileo may as well be there because of that move that they did by acquainting hi
Chapter Two Hundred And Seventeen; I Influneced HimElio's curiosity was palpable as he directed his gaze towards Lucas, his voice tinged with a mix of intrigue and suspicion. The question lingered in the air, waiting for an honest response. "Lucas, I can't help but wonder if James has always been the driving force behind your investment decisions," he inquired, his tone carefully measured. "And is he also the reason why you decided to invest in my company?"Lucas took a moment to collect his thoughts, understanding the weight behind Elio's query. He met Elio's gaze, his expression filled with earnestness.“Elio, James has been a trusted friend and advisor for many years," Lucas began, his voice resonating with sincerity. "While I value his insights and expertise, I want to assure you that every investment decision I have made, including the one in your company, was ultimately my own."It was the truth, even if James were to advice him, at the end of the days it was his sole decision
Chapter Two Hundred And Eighteen; I’ll Watch You Fail.“Elio, what is it that you want to find out so much, why won’t you just come at me directly if you want to know something regarding me? You have to keep beating around the bush, now that you know I influenced him, and also bought some shares, in fact, I have bought more shares than you think of, I have them under no arrows names and you know what? I am unapologetic about it, I would do so a hundred times until you no longer become significant in the company, then you’ll go back to where you actually belong.” James didn’t hold back on ranting to his cousin.Ever since the last time they met, he’s been itching for a moment with Mr. Galileo so he could tell him his mind and ever since that meeting with the shareholders, he knew he had left an impression that would make Elio come to him. It was unfortunate that the last time he came, James was not around, even now, he was initially not around, but when he heard he subordinate call hi
Chapter Two Hundred And Nineteen; Blow To UnderstandingElio Galileo's words hung in the air, his self-assured smile accentuating his belief that he had the upper hand in the situation. He relished the thought of having the final say, of maintaining control over the narrative. But his satisfaction was abruptly interrupted by a resounding crack that echoed through the room.The forceful impact on the back of Elio's head sent a shockwave of pain radiating through his skull. Stunned and disoriented, he turned around, his eyes widening in disbelief as he faced the source of the blow. It was James, his features contorted with a mixture of anger and pent-up frustration.A charged silence filled the room as the occupants stared in stunned silence at the scene that had unfolded. The atmosphere crackled with tension, the air heavy with the weight of unspoken emotions.Elio's face flushed with a mix of anger and embarrassment, his hand instinctively reaching up to soothe the throbbing pain in t
Chapter Two Hundred And Twenty; Only A Hungry Man Can Be Fed“Mr. Elio Galileo you know for sure that this is literally the best thing to do considering all that you’ve done for your cousin, you can free yourself of the guilt of everything that you’ve done over the years, repent and start on a clean slate.” Lucas felt the need to say more when he noticed that Elio Galileo did not say anything as to wether he had confided to their statement or not. Elio Galileo stood there, his face a mask of defiance as he weighed the gravity of Lucas and James' words. He knew for sure that it is a threat even though Lucas and Amanda didn’t have to say it by pointing it point black. He had his suspicions that they could be responsible for releasing those files earlier , but since he didn’t have evidence, he couldn’t confront them about it and waited for them to expose themselves.In a way, they now have exposed themselves without having to say much now, so he understood completely the implication of
Chapter Two Hundred And Twenty One; The Truth.As Lucas walked through the door of his home, a wave of comfort washed over him. The familiar sights and sounds of his abode welcomed him with open arms. He could already imagine his mother, Melissa, waiting for him in the living room, her presence providing a soothing balm to the stresses of the day.Sure enough, as he stepped into the cozy living room, Lucas found his mother sitting on the plush couch, engrossed in a book. A smile spread across his face as he watched her, appreciating the peaceful scene before him. He quietly approached, not wanting to disturb her concentration.Melissa looked up from her book, her eyes lighting up with joy as she noticed Lucas standing there. "Oh, my dear, you're home," she exclaimed, setting her book aside and rising to her feet. Her warm embrace enveloped him, and he felt an instant sense of calm wash over him."I missed you, Mom," Lucas whispered, his voice filled with affection. He cherished these
Chapter Two Hundred And Twenty Two; The Love Of Family. As the night grew late, Lucas accompanied his mother without saying anything any further, they just sat there, both thinking about the situation and how this affected them, and what it would mean to both of them. Only when they were tired did they rest for the night, “Mother, you should rest now, we’ll finish having this conversation tomorrow, or whenever you are ready.” Lucas assured his mother.The truth of the matter being that Lucas didn’t know what to say at the moment, he could see how much more Melissa was affected by this than he was, and all he wanted to do was to bring peace to her, and not to rush her into telling him the details. Lucas then took her room, ensuring her comfort and safety. With a gentle kiss on her forehead, he bid her goodnight, knowing that the peacefulness of sleep awaited her.Returning to his own room, Lucas reflected on the events of the day. Despite the challenges he faced, he found solace in
Chapter Two Hundred And Twenty Three; A True Baron Material Lucas's heart skipped a beat as he heard his father's slip of the tongue. The word "son" hung in the air, laced with a mix of surprise and confusion. He turned to face Mr. Patrick, his eyes searching for an explanation, for a glimpse of the truth that had been shrouded in secrecy for so long.The room fell into an uncomfortable silence as Mr. Patrick's embarrassment washed over him. He had spent years denying Lucas the acknowledgement he deserved, never once referring to him as his son. Yet, in that fleeting moment, the truth had slipped out, a testament to the deep-rooted connection that existed between them.Lucas fixed his gaze on his father, his voice steady but filled with curiosity. "Mr. Baron, did you just refer to me as your son?" he asked, his words hanging in the air, heavy with expectation.Mr. Patrick's eyes darted away, unable to meet Lucas' searching gaze. The weight of his past actions bore down on him, suffoc