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Eddie sank into his leather armchair, the weight of the evening’s events pressing heavily on him. The silence of his penthouse seemed almost oppressive as he replayed his conversation with Bianca in his mind. Her fear, her unwillingness to talk—it all pointed to deeper, darker issues connected to Axton and the cartel. He knew he had to find out more, not just for his own sake but for Bianca's as well.He glanced at his watch; it was late, but he couldn't afford to waste any time. Eddie picked up his phone and sent a quick text to Daniel: *Need an update ASAP. This is more urgent than I thought.* Then, he turned his attention to the files on his desk—documents related to the project with Axton and the cartel. He knew that any clue could be the key to unraveling the mystery.The next morning, Eddie was at his desk early, his coffee growing cold as he sifted through the documents. His phone buzzed with a new message. It was from Daniel: *I’ve gathered some information on Axton’s operatio
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Bianca paced her small, dimly lit apartment, the weight of her conversation with Eddie pressing heavily on her mind. His words had echoed in her ears long after their last meeting. She had tried to push them away, to ignore the lingering unease, but it was no use. The past she had worked so hard to bury was coming back to haunt her, and Eddie’s probing questions had stirred up a storm she wasn’t sure she could weather alone.As the clock ticked steadily, Bianca made a decision. She had to meet Eddie again, to finally tell him everything she had kept hidden for so long. With a deep breath, she picked up her phone and dialed his number. The call rang once, twice, before Eddie’s voice came through the receiver.“Hello, Bianca.”“Eddie,” she said, her voice trembling slightly. “Can we meet again? There’s something important I need to tell you.”“Of course,” Eddie replied. “When and where?”Bianca hesitated, trying to steady her nerves. “How about tonight? There’s a quiet café on the corne
SIMON THE ZILLIONAIRE FROM NOWHERE 235
Eddie drove through the quiet streets, his mind racing with thoughts of the plan he and Bianca had just discussed. The weight of their conversation pressed on him heavily, but he knew there was no turning back now. As he pulled up to his apartment building, he resolved to take immediate action.The next morning, Eddie wasted no time. He made a series of phone calls to old contacts and allies, people who had once worked for or against Axton. Information was key, and he needed to know everything about Axton's current operations, his weaknesses, and his plans."Eddie," came a voice on the other end of one of the calls. It was Tony, an old associate who had once been deeply embedded in the cartel world. "Long time no speak. What brings you back into the fold?""I need information, Tony," Eddie said, his tone serious. "It's about Axton. I need to know everything you can tell me about his current operations."Tony hesitated. "That's a dangerous path you're treading, my friend. Axton's not o
SIMON THE ZILLIONAIRE FROM NOWHERE 236
Eddie sat in his dimly lit office, his fingers tapping rhythmically on the polished mahogany desk. His jaw clenched in frustration as he replayed the recent events in his mind. Frank had gone too far this time. For years, they had been rivals, each trying to outmaneuver the other in the cutthroat world of corporate takeovers. But this—this was personal.Frank’s latest move had been a masterstroke of treachery. He had managed to sabotage Eddie’s most significant project, a deal that would have solidified Eddie’s position as one of the top players in the industry. And as if that wasn’t enough, Frank had spread rumors, causing several key investors to pull out at the last minute. Eddie’s company was now on the brink, and he was seething with anger.But Eddie wasn’t the type to back down easily. He had always been known for his tenacity and sharp mind, qualities that had earned him respect and fear in equal measure. And now, as he stared out of the window at the city skyline, Eddie knew h
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"You're not going to like this," Eddie said into his phone, his voice low and cautious as he navigated through the evening traffic. He could practically hear the tension crackling through the line.“What now, Eddie?” came Jennifer’s weary voice from the other end. She was always the first to brace herself whenever Eddie said something like that. She’d learned to expect nothing less from their complicated lives.“I had a little chat with Frank.” Eddie’s tone was laced with something she couldn’t quite place—maybe satisfaction, or maybe something closer to anxiety.“What kind of chat?” Jennifer asked, her voice sharp. “Don’t tell me you went after him alone.”“I had to,” Eddie replied, tightening his grip on the steering wheel. “He left me no choice. The man was trying to ruin everything. But don’t worry, I’ve got leverage now.”&ld
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Eddie stared at the message from Axton, his mind racing. The cartel leader's orders were clear: make Frank an offer he couldn’t refuse and get him to join their operation. It was a high-stakes game, one that could either elevate Eddie’s position or destroy him entirely.He knew that convincing Frank to switch allegiances would be no easy feat. Frank was fiercely independent and had a reputation for being difficult to manipulate. But Eddie had to play his cards right. This was his chance to turn the tables and gain a foothold in the cartel's lucrative dealings.Eddie took a deep breath, trying to steady his nerves. He dialed Frank’s number, the weight of the situation pressing heavily on his shoulders. The phone rang twice before Frank’s gruff voice came on the line.“Eddie,” Frank said, his tone neutral but with an edge that suggested he was wary. “What do you want?”“We need to talk,” Eddie repl
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Eddie drove through the dark streets of the city, his mind racing with thoughts of the upcoming days. The conversation with Frank had gone as well as he could have hoped, but the uncertainty still gnawed at him. He knew Frank wouldn’t make his decision lightly, and that meant Eddie had to be prepared for whatever came next.As he pulled into his driveway, the familiar sight of his modest home did little to ease the tension building in his chest. He had gotten himself tangled in something far bigger than he had anticipated. Aligning with Axton had its advantages, but it also meant playing a dangerous game. One wrong move, and he could lose everything.Eddie entered his house and poured himself a drink, the amber liquid burning slightly as it went down. He needed to think. Frank was a wild card, and there was no telling how he would react. If Frank agreed to join Axton, it would solidify Eddie’s position, but if he refused, Eddie would need a backup plan—and fast.His thoughts were inte
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The resurgence of their company had not gone unnoticed. Eddie had been receiving calls and emails from various business associates, congratulating him on the turnaround. But it wasn’t just old colleagues who were taking an interest. New investors, some with deep pockets and influential connections, were now eyeing the company, eager to be part of its success story.One name, in particular, had stood out to Eddie: Robert Kingston. Kingston was a high-ranking government official known for his keen sense of business and strategic investments. He had a reputation for spotting potential and leveraging it for both economic and political gain. The fact that Kingston was now interested in investing in Eddie’s company was both a significant opportunity and a potential risk.Eddie leaned back in his chair, his thoughts interrupted by a soft knock on the door. Jennifer stepped in, her expression a mix of excitement and concern.“I just got off the phone with one of Kingston’s aides,” she said, w
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