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THE BILLIONIARE'S RISE TO STARDOM Chapter 135: Somebody, please help!
Summer stood there frozen on the spot like a bucket of ice had been emptied on her. She blinked rapidly, not sure she had seen or even heard well.Lucian won? How?!Donald had promised her the victory just the other day.So what the fucked changed?Summer's fist curled by her side as her body shook with the shock. It was hard to breathe, but it was even harder to breathe when Lucian locked eyes with her and he smirked."From our investigations, we found out that Mr. Lucian's claims were correct. Donald, the head of the investigation bureau, sold his integrity for money. He collected bribes to keep an unworthy company on the list. As we speak, he is in police custody where he'll be transferred to court to face the punishments for his actions…."Before Darren could complete his statement, the crowd roared with excitement. Many raised their glasses of wine in the air. As for Josephine, she was more than thrilled. Never had she felt this complete and excited."Mum…what's happening?! How i
THE BILLIONIARE'S RISE TO STARDOM Chapter 136: Revenge Was Fun.
Lucian climbed down the stage after wishing everyone a happy and prosperous new year. Without wasting time, he walked up to Summer who was sitting downcast in a chair, and smirked when their eyes met."Hey, mother-in-law. Why are you looking so pathetic in public? You should go home and sulk,"Summer bit her lips without a response."C'mon, smile or people might conjure more bad images of you in their head. They hate you enough already," Lucian teased."How…how did you find out about…Donald" Summer questioned shakily."That's the least you should be worried about, don't you think?" Lucian said, plastering a look of surprise."That hasn't answered the question," Summer gritted."You don't sound reasonable enough. What you should be panicking about is your fate. Donald is in prison. You're now an official criminal. The entire world is watching and reading about you as we speak. Some might even be laying curses on you, who knows. Your companies are all walking corpses, but here you are c
THE BILLIONIARE'S RISE TO STARDOM Chapter 137: Her First True Kiss.
Summer's fist clenched by her side. "Are you mocking me right now?""Does it sound like a mockery?" Irex said in surprise. "I'm sorry, but that wasn't my intention,""Then why are you here, Irex? Surely, it can't be a coincidence," Summer said."I came as soon as I saw the news. It must be so hard for you, but how could Lucian do such a humiliating thing to you? I'm beginning to feel like his hatred for you runs deep. Cutting off your business partners? That's suicide,""What's done is done," Summer whispered.Irex raised his brows. "Concerning the launch, I'm…afraid my plans may get busted. Lucian is not someone to be underestimated. He might disgrace me before the whole fucking world just like he has done to you,""I see you came to wash your hands off," Betty snorted. "You took whatever he said on that damn stage seriously,"Irex turned to Betty, noticing her for the first time. "And who is she?""My daughter," Summer said and watched as Irex simply acknowledged Betty with a nod."
THE BILLIONIARE'S RISE TO STARDOM Chapter 138: What's Irex Up To?
Four days later.Lucian adopted a gentle smile as he acknowledged the greetings of the employees who were working on the project; a sports car. They were giving it finishing touches while Lucian supervised, glad by how well it was going.A gentle cough sounded behind Lucian and he turned around to find Irex dressed smartly in work clothes."Good morning," Irex shot him a warm smile."Good morning," Lucian nodded, unable to take his eyes off Irex's choice of dressing. "Why dress like the workers?""Because I'm here to work," Irex chuckled. "I wasn't joking when I said I love work-related adventures,"Lucian nodded while looking around. "Great, I know I haven't been around a lot, but from the looks of things today, everything's perfect. Thank you,""No need to thank me. This is my responsibility and I'm ready to do anything to ensure it's a success. That way, you don't have a reason to doubt me,"Lucian smiled, feeling a bit warm at Irex's words. It seemed like Anthony was right after
THE BILLIONIARE'S RISE TO STARDOM Chapter 139: Last Bus Stop.
The two ladies stared at Lucian suspiciously, until Rose spoke. "What do you mean? This is a tasty-looking cake and I know it'd taste better down my throat, so what are you saying?""I don't trust him," Lucian said, pinching the bridge of his nose.Josephine pressed her lips. "Listen, if this is about Irex's advances towards me, then…""That's the thing," Lucian interrupted. "His claims of change feel surreal and that's why I decided to test him. If he passes the test, then I won't have a reason to doubt him ever again, but if he fails the test, then I might want to teach him the consequences of playing games with me,""I still don't understand what you're talking about, Lucian," Josephine said.In response, Lucian reached out under the table and brought out another box of cake, a replica of the one Irex had given them. Josephine and Rose left their mouths hanging open in shock."How…""I had Anthony place the cake under the table prior to the beginning of the event" Lucian interrupte
THE BILLIONIARE'S RISE TO STARDOM Chapter 140: Lucian, The Reigning King.
Betty was about to leave the house for work when a scream from her mother's room stopped her in her tracks. She gasped and hurried to the room to find Summer tossing her phone against the wall in boiling anger."Wh…what is the matter, mum?" Betty asked in confusion.For some seconds, Summer did not speak, instead, she panted heavily, her breaths bursting in and out."I asked what the fuck is the matter?!"Summer's eyes widened. "It's over, Betty, my life, my dreams, my expectations, everything is…gone. Lost…shattered…""Can you calm down and explain?" Betty comforted, placing a hand on her shoulder and leading her to the bed.Summer took deep breaths. "So I invested literally all my money into this site with high hopes that the outcome would be favorable and I'll gain double when the time is right," She licked her lips shakily. "Turned out the site was a sham,"Betty wasn't sure she heard well. "What?!""My investors and partners kept withdrawing massively just like Lucian had ordered
THE BILLIONIARE'S RISE TO STARDOM Chapter 141: A Furious John Is Back.
"You're in prison?! What in the actual fuck?" John yelled from the phone. "I tried to reach out to you immediately after I saw those ugly videos of you flying everywhere, but it never went through,"Irex sighed deeply. "Those damned videos are my nightmare. When I woke up, I was in prison. The police said I was guilty of drugging a person without their consent. They showed me evidence. Turned out Lucian was way smarter,""How the hell did you mess up?!" John shouted, slapping his forehead. "The plan couldn't go north. That was supposed to be our revenge on Lucian. We fucking planned it together!"Irex ignored his ranting. That was the least of his concerns. "Please get me a lawyer to get me out of here!""You have to relax, Irex. Remember you got yourself in prison because of your carelessness. I'll try my best, just hang in there,""How many days do I need to wait? I can't leave my company unattended to,""I'll take care of your company in the meantime until I'm able to get you out.
THE BILLIONIARE'S RISE TO STARDOM Chapter 142: Plan In Motion.
"John had the guts to threaten you? What the hell?!" Anthony gasped as he stared at Lucian who finished narrating his conversation with John. "Why would he come back just to cause trouble?""He's only interested in my inheritance. He made that clear and besides, he stressed that only the eldest son can rule Howards. He wants me to back down without a fight,"Anthony scoffed. "Young Master, ignore John. Only a legitimate son can be recognized as the heir. John is a bastard son of a mistress, so he stands no chance against you, first son or not,""Unfortunately, John isn't wired to think that way," Lucian chuckled dryly. "Now that he's back, he might try to rebuild Summer's tarnished image and companies, build more forces to try and bring me down,""I'll always be on the lookout Incase John attempts anything funny. He won't succeed," Lucian nodded. "About Irex, make sure that he remains in jail. John being in contact with him won't favor matters,"Anthony nodded. "If anything, John wou
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Chapter 184: The Billionaire's Happy Ending.
Lucian released a deep sigh as he made his way to the boardroom. It was time to correct some of the whispers flying around about him, but it seemed Anthony was not sharing the same thoughts."Young master, the shareholders don't care. They're becoming nonchalant, so I think you should…""You think I should hide?" Lucian cut him short with a frown causing the other man to hesitate as he fumbled for a reply."I didn't say that…""Then allow me to do my duty. Even though the police would reveal the truth about the matter soon, I still want to do this,""How exactly? You'll only have to do a lot of talking in there to people that ditches on you the moment things go north,""Some," Lucian corrected. "I still have loyal people on my side and you'll see," The door of the boardroom opened and Lucian walked in to find the shareholders exchanging whispers, but even at the sight of him, they didn't seem to care.Lucian smirked and walked to the head of the table where he sat confidently, his ey
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Chapter 183: Admit It Or Not, Lucian Had Won.
"What the hell did you just do, bastard?!" Summer yelled in apprehension, her voice sounding raw and scratchy.It was Irex's turn to exercise dominion, so he took eager steps toward Summer and stopped when he was an inch away. With his left hand, he flicked off the bead of sweat that had settled on her forehead while staring down at her with mischievous glinting eyes."It is dangerous to be out here on the loose, living with normal people, Summer. You should take your rightful place while it's not too late," He hissed into her ears, and as her body went tense, he smirked. "Yeah, in prison where murderers and sadists are kept,""Fuck you, Irex, fuck you!" Summer pushed him away in panic and made to escape when one of the officers stood in front of her, the cuffs extended forward."Ms. Summer Madison, you're under arrest for…"Summer didn't let the officer complete his sentence before she cursed angrily at Irex. Gosh, if only it were possible to rip him apart from where she stood. The f
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Chapter 182: You're Ruined, Summer.
"What the hell do you think you're doing?!" Rose fired after finding her voice. "You had better come to your senses and let me out of here,"Annoyed at how Rose's confident tone made her feel, Summer turned swiftly and landed two hard punches on Rose's nose and as the blood trickled, she laughed in satisfaction. "Now there's the picture I was looking for. When Lucian sees this, he'd come running and begging like a fool,""Wh…what the hell are you trying to achieve from all of this? What…do you…want," Rose stuttered as she coughed."The inheritance, all of Howards, including that damn company you're running. All of that wealth would make me the richest person in the world," She rolled her eyes dreamily. "I can finally avenge my son,"Without warning, Summer hit Rose again on the nose who flinched in pain. "I'm sorry, sweetheart, but your brother is a stubborn one. It'd take a lot to break him,"She positioned the camera on Rose's bloodied face and took a picture which she sent to Lucia
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Chapter 181: Things Get Twisted.
Irex didn't reply. He just stared at Summer with curious eyes and like an open book, he could see the rage steaming off from her. She was trying so hard to control it, to keep it under control, but how long before she exploded, burning everything and everyone in her path?"You look a lot healthier than the last time we met. Looks like you've been taking your sleep seriously," Summer forced a weak smile.Irex sighed as he settled into the couch, legs crossed. "Before you bore me with your compliments, get me a glass of wine, would you?""With pleasure, honey," Summer chuckled and disappeared into a room. She returned seconds later with a bottle of wine and two glasses. After she had filled the glasses, she crossed her hands and watched him take generous sips."What? Don't stare at me that way or I might choke," Irex frowned. "I'm not your child,""Asshole!" Summer sighed and took up a seat opposite him. "Tell me what you think of my proposition?""If I should agree to work with you, th
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Chapter 180: Taming An Ally.
It was the day of John's funeral and Summer stood in front of his grave dressed in all black. There were tears in her eyes, but she refused to let them fall, not wanting to be a crybaby on a day like this.As she stood, anger brewing inside of her, she thought of how perfect her life used to be before all of this. How she used to run the company single-handedly, parading herself as a reigning queen. How people revered and respected the power she possessed. All of that changed when Lucian came into the picture.And that instance, she almost felt regret for treating him badly, like a nobody, but she told herself not to. Regret was a sign of weakness, and she was far from weak. Even if she had lost her two children because of that bastard, she had to be unyielding.It was what John would want her to do."I'm going to miss you, buddy. Take care of yourself over there for me, alright? I'll do my best to pray for you every day knowing that you are in a better place,"She sat on the bare gra
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Chapter 179: Confusing Thoughts.
Lucian didn't say anything, he just stayed at her like he had been compelled to be her listening device. As he looked on, he couldn't help but feel a pang of pity. The loss of John must have really hit her and he almost couldn't imagine the turmoil she was going through."Is that fear I sense?" Summer laughed. "Oh, come on now, isn't it time you bid the games goodbye? You've held on to this inheritance for long, cherishing it as one would a beloved toy but unfortunately, it doesn't belong to you,""Says who?" Lucian crossed his legs. "I'm curious to know who said Howards doesn't belong to me,""Drop your nonsense and hand over the conglomerates already. Isn't it you who said we should respect the dead?"Lucian scoffed, leaning closer. "You don't deserve a shit neither you nor your late son,""And that's why you killed him?" Summer flared, dropping the bombshell. "He didn't deserve to die. He was so young and full of life but you killed him nonetheless,""That's enough," Lucian interru
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Chapter 178: Interrogation In Prison.
"I ask again, why did you kill Mr John? You are a very influential man yet you decided to stoop so low to take someone's life?" The stern-looking detective sat on the chair opposite Lucian questioning him for the past few minutes like one would do a little child.Lucian sat still without a word as his eyes darted around the hot, dark questioning room the police had brought him. Finally, his gaze settled on the detective and he frowned. "Don't you have an air conditioner in here? If that isn't available, perhaps you could turn on the fan. Do you make it a habit to suffocate your suspects to rake out the truth from them? Even innocent ones?"The man didn't find Lucian's words funny, so he stomped his hand hard on the table and glared at him with dangerous eyes. "Now isn't the time for your jokes. Answer my questions,""So I should answer your question why you don't bother to provide a simple response to mine? That's not fair," Lucian pulled his lips into an intruding smile. Even if he f
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Chapter 177: On His Knees.
"You need my help?" Irex repeated, his voice almost shaky. "Why would you need my help after all this time? What do I probably have to offer you?"Lucian sighed. "A lot more than you realize,"Irex scoffed. "Is this even believable? Are you kidding me? I'm so surprised that you are here asking for my help when a reality I'm just a pawn to you. None of the people I call friends ever cared,""Have you tried me?" Lucian smiled lightly. "You haven't tested all the fishes in the water, have you, Irex?""I don't need your pity, Lucian," Irex hissed, hating how badly he wanted to break down. Here was an opportunity to finally apologize for his mistakes and be free from this tormenting guilt, yet he couldn't even form his mouth to say the words. How selfish."You are the reason why I'm stuck in here, and worse, you never permitted anyone to visit me. I haven't had a single visitor since I came here. I…it's been so lonely, and when I see other inmates despite being criminals loved and welcomed
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Chapter 176: A Visit To An Old Friend.
"The people didn't get to him. He died in a car accident," Anthony announced."Rather unfortunate," Lucian said calmly although his heart felt a pang of pity. It didn't have to end this way. if only John had shown a little maturity for someone his age maybe the tragedy might have been avoided."I feel sorry for him," Josephine shook her head. "I mean I knew he would meet his end soon, but in such a disgraceful manner?""He had a choice, but choose to fuck it up. It's nobody's fault. I just wish he had a bit more sense," Lucian said.Josephine massaged her forehead. "He didn't even get the dam inheritance he was so obsessed about. I mean, why did he even choose to fight over something like that when he has more than enough wealth in Italy?"Lucian sighed. "He wanted the title or he was just plain jealous. Heaven knows I wanted to hold him off for a little longer but he wasn't backing down,""I wonder how summer is taking the news. She lost her only son," Josephine said. if she was feel
