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THE STARDUST FORTUNE Chapter 48: Hostile Takeover
"The board votes are in," Sebastian's hologram filled the executive suite. "It's unanimous."Eleanor gripped her desk. "They can't do this.""They already have," Luna checked the quantum feeds. "Drake Industries is now under emergency administration.""Meaning what exactly?" Alex stepped forward.Sebastian's laugh was bitter. "Meaning I'm in charge now, brother-in-law.""You orchestrated this," Eleanor realized."Actually," Victoria materialized, "we both did."Luna's tablets flashed with voting records:BOARD DECISION: 12-0EMERGENCY POWERS ACTIVATEDDRAKE LEADERSHIP TERMINATEDNEW ADMINISTRATION: EFFECTIVE IMMEDIATELY"Why?" Eleanor's form flickered with rage."Because you're dying," Sebastian replied. "And your perfect husband's feelings for my perfect Luna are destroying everything we built."Luna froze. "What?""Oh, didn't you know?" Sebastian turned to her. "About the quantum resonance readings? The emotional synchronization?""Stop it," Alex warned."Why? Because the truth hurt
THE STARDUST FORTUNE Chapter 49: Golden Parachute
"The quantum override is killing her," Sebastian's hands flew across the holographic controls. "Mother, stop this!"Victoria's image shimmered with cold authority. "Sometimes sacrifices are necessary.""She's your daughter!" Luna monitored Eleanor's failing signatures."She's an investment," Victoria corrected. "One that's no longer viable."Eleanor's form flickered violently on the quantum platform. "Alex...""I'm here," he reached for her destabilizing matrix."Don't touch her!" Sebastian warned. "The quantum feedback could kill you both."Luna's screens flashed urgent warnings:QUANTUM DEGRADATION: CRITICALGENETIC INTEGRITY: 15%CORPORATE OVERRIDE: ACTIVESURVIVAL WINDOW: CLOSING"There has to be a way," Alex's voice cracked.Sebastian's hologram fully materialized. "There is. But you won't like it.""What are you plotting now?" Victoria demanded."The truth," Sebastian projected new data. "About Project Genesis. About what you really created."Luna studied the readings. "This can
THE STARDUST FORTUNE Chapter 50: Merger & Acquisition
"The shareholders are demanding answers," Alex adjusted his quantum feed as the boardroom filled with holographic observers."Let them demand," Eleanor's newly stabilized form took the podium. "It's time for truth."Victoria materialized at the back of the room. "Be careful, daughter. Some truths destroy more than companies.""Like the truth about Project Genesis?" Luna's fingers danced across her tablet. "Or about Sebastian's sacrifice?"The shareholders' avatars flickered with interest as Eleanor began:"Three months ago, Drake Industries promised you a revolution.""We delivered a revelation instead," Luna added.The quantum screens displayed the data:PROJECT GENESIS EVOLUTION:PHASE 1: COMPLETEDPHASE 2: TERMINATEDPHASE 3: UNKNOWNSTATUS: TRANSFORMING"The numbers don't lie," a major shareholder's hologram stood. "We're losing market share.""We're gaining humanity," Eleanor countered.Victoria laughed coldly. "Humanity doesn't pay dividends.""No," Alex stepped forward. "But it
THE STARDUST FORTUNE Chapter 51: New Blood
"The quantum resonance readings are off the charts," Luna's hands danced across her holoscreen as the tech summit's main hall buzzed with activity."Boring the attendees already?" A smooth voice cut through the quantum static.Luna looked up to find dark eyes studying her. The man's quantum signature was unlike anything she'd seen."James Chen," he extended his hand. "Though you probably knew that from the guest list.""Luna Zhang. And I make it a point not to study guest lists.""Just quantum signatures?" His smile was calculated. "Like the unstable one coming from the board room right now?"Luna's screens flashed:QUANTUM DISTURBANCE DETECTEDLOCATION: EXECUTIVE SUITESOURCE: ELEANOR DRAKESTATUS: UNSTABLE"Excuse me," Luna gathered her tablets."Let me help," James fell into step beside her. "Quantum genetics is something of a specialty.""Along with corporate takeovers?" Luna quickened her pace."You've done your homework after all.""Some reputations precede themselves."The elev
THE STARDUST FORTUNE Chapter 52: Quantum Heartbeat
"The fetal quantum signature is unlike anything I've seen," Dr. Sarah Montgomery manipulated the holographic display. "It's as if the baby exists in multiple states simultaneously."Eleanor's hand rested on her still-flat stomach. "Is that dangerous?""It's unprecedented," Dr. Montgomery adjusted her readings. "The quantum resonance is...""Beautiful," James Chen's voice cut through as he entered the medical bay uninvited. "Like watching evolution in real-time."Alex stepped between them. "This is a private consultation.""Nothing's private when it comes to quantum genetics," James smiled. "Isn't that right, Dr. Rivera?"A tall woman with sharp features materialized beside Victoria. "The quantum patterns are remarkable.""And you are?" Alex demanded."Dr. Sophia Rivera," Victoria introduced. "Our new quantum genetics specialist."Luna's screens flashed:QUANTUM SIGNATURE ANALYSIS:FETAL PATTERN: FLUCTUATINGGENETIC STABILITY: 47%EVOLUTION RATE: ACCELERATINGWARNING: UNKNOWN VARIABLES
THE STARDUST FORTUNE Chapter 53: Legacy Lines
"Replay that surveillance feed," Alex commanded, watching James and Luna in the quantum lab for the third time."Their quantum signatures are increasingly synchronized," his AI assistant noted. "Thirty-seven percent more than yesterday.""Show me their conversation pattern."The holographic display pulsed:QUANTUM RESONANCE ANALYSIS:JAMES CHEN + LUNA ZHANGEMOTIONAL SYNCHRONICITY: RISINGCOMPATIBILITY: EXPANDING"He's doing this on purpose," Alex muttered.The lab's security feed crackled:"Your quantum intuition is remarkable," James leaned closer to Luna. "You see patterns others miss.""Like the pattern of you showing up every time I'm alone?" Luna challenged."Coincidence," James smiled. "Or destiny.""I don't believe in destiny.""No? Then what do you believe in?"Before Luna could answer, the medical bay alarms blared."Eleanor," Alex switched feeds immediately.The medical bay was chaos. Eleanor's form flickered violently as Dr. Montgomery worked the controls."The baby's quan
THE STARDUST FORTUNE Chapter 54: Critical Mass
"Hold still, Eleanor," Luna adjusted the quantum stabilizers. "Your matrix is still fluctuating.""It hurts," Eleanor's form shimmered. "More than yesterday.""The baby's quantum signature is getting stronger," Luna's hands danced across the controls. "It's fighting your base pattern."Alex paced behind them. "There has to be a way to harmonize both signatures.""There is," James Chen materialized by the doorway. "At Chen-Marcus Technologies.""This isn't the time," Alex moved protectively toward Eleanor."It's exactly the time," James projected a holographic contract. "We have facilities designed for quantum pregnancies. Equipment that could save both of them."Luna's screens flashed:QUANTUM STABILITY: 23%FETAL SIGNATURE: DOMINANTMATERNAL PATTERN: FAILINGTIME WINDOW: SHRINKING"I can't focus with everyone arguing," Eleanor's voice strained."Then let me help," James approached Luna. "Join our research team. Full access, unlimited resources.""She's not going anywhere," Alex decla
THE STARDUST FORTUNE Chapter 55: Impossible Choices
"Her quantum signature is dropping below sustainable levels," Luna's voice cracked as she worked the controls."Stay with me, Eleanor," Alex gripped his wife's flickering hand. "Please.""The baby," Eleanor's form wavered. "It's getting stronger."Luna's screens flashed urgent warnings:MATERNAL QUANTUM INTEGRITY: 15%FETAL SIGNATURE: EXPANDINGCONFLICT: CRITICALTIME REMAINING: 2 HOURS"Alex," Luna called from the quantum interface. "I need you at the secondary controls. The baby's signature is overwhelming the stabilizers.""I can't leave her," Alex's voice broke."If you don't help me, you'll lose them both."James Chen materialized beside Luna. "Or you could accept my help.""We don't need you," Alex snapped."Don't you?" James projected new data:QUANTUM GENETICS ANALYSIS:PROJECT GENESIS EVOLUTIONSTAGE 3 ACTIVATIONWARNING: ACCELERATING"What is this?" Luna studied the readings."The truth," James moved closer. "About why Eleanor's pregnancy is different. Why the baby is strong
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Chapter 191: A New Dawn
The majestic hall of the Imperial Citadel vibrated with excitement as delegates from throughout the galaxy convened for the festivities. Banners from every recognized colony draped from the lofty walls, and the atmosphere vibrated with a feeling of revival. Alex Carter was positioned at the front of the platform, his hands interlocked behind him, observing the audience. His image shimmered in the gleaming steel columns surrounding the room—depicting a man who carried the burden of an empire on his back. "Alex," Sophia called out, her voice rising above the chaos as she got closer, her face reflecting a blend of worry and humor. "You should be socializing, not sulking." People are starting to notice."He turned to her, a faint smile tugging at his lips. "I’m not brooding. Just... thinking.""Yeah, you always say that," Sophia quipped, folding her arms. "Listen, I know this whole ‘leader of the galaxy’ thing is new, but you’re doing fine. Better than fine, actually. But tonight isn’t
Chapter 190: The Summit of Truth
The grand hall of the cosmic conference was filled with vitality. Representatives from every part of the interstellar empire filled the expansive hall, their voices a soft, buzzing murmur of eagerness. The chamber's glassy walls sparkled, bending the light of far-off stars that poured in through the clear dome overhead. At the heart of everything was Alex Carter, his jaw clenched, eyes surveying the crowd of faces. He could sense the pressure of each stare directed at him. "Alex," Sophia hissed, leaning slightly toward him. "You ready for this?"He gave a small nod, though his hands tightened into fists by his sides. "As ready as I'll ever be."Luna Vega tapped the device on her wrist, her expression calculating. "Maxwell's here. Far left balcony. He’s watching us like a predator sizing up its prey."Alex didn’t need to look. He could feel Maxwell Drake's presence—a dark, unrelenting pressure in the room. His rival’s plan was already in motion, and Alex knew he had only one shot to s
Chapter 189: Mom Please!!
Lucas returned home that evening feeling fulfilled. Although the words of Racheal kept ringing in his ears, he didn't want to dwell too much on them. "Are you okay?" Rickard asked, seeing through him that he was somehow bothered. "Yes, I am," Lucas replied, after which he dismissed Rickard and asked him to go home. The following day would be the meeting scheduled with the members of the board at Bryan Enterprises to decide the next chairman of the company. With Ivy now awake and Praise being humiliated, Lucas was ready to ascend back to power. Rickard was about to leave when one of the security personnel walked in. "Sir, we've found out who took the D-VEX drive from your office," the man said. "Who?" Lucas asked. "It's ma'am Beautrice. I'd love to show you the evidence in the control room," the man said. Lucas and Rickard followed him to the control room where he showed them the short clip that caught Beautrice. The CCTV was a tiny camera right on the bulb in Lucas's office. E
Chapter 188: Frosty Reception
Racheal excused Victor and went to meet Lucas and Rickard, her attempt at cordiality met with frosty reception."You didn't tell me you'd be coming," Racheal said with forced politeness."I don't see the reason why I should," Lucas retorted curtly, his demeanor aloof as he brushed past her. Rickard followed suit, his silence echoing Lucas's indifference.Racheal's heart quickened at their dismissive attitudes, a sense of foreboding settling over her like a shroud. But she pushed aside her apprehension, determined to maintain a façade of composure in the face of their disdain."Heard Ivy's finally awake," Racheal remarked casually.Lucas's footsteps faltered at the mention of Ivy's name, his gaze piercing as he turned to face Racheal. "And how did you find out?" he inquired."I don't see the reason why I should tell you," she retorted defiantly, her words laced with defiance as she turned on her heel and made her way to join the other guests.Everyone was already seated in the grand hal
Chapter 187: Let my Family be
**Lucas Bryan** was surprised to see **Sonya Bryan**, **Rickard Lain**, and **Flint Lockwood** at the hospital, his brow furrowing in confusion as he addressed them."What are you guys doing here?" he asked, his tone a mix of bewilderment and concern. "I thought I told Sonya I'd be home soon."Sonya exchanged a meaningful glance with Rickard before speaking up. "This isn't just about you, Lucas. It's about Ivy," she explained, her words heavy with unspoken implications."I'm yet to believe what you told me about the doctor's report," Rickard said."It's true, Rickard," Lucas confirmed solemnly. "Ivy's condition isn't good."Rickard's anger flared at the confirmation, his resolve hardening as he spoke. "Then it's time we dig in deep and find out who really did this to Ivy," he declared. "We can't just sit back and allow her to suffer like this."Lucas immediately recalled his encounter with **Racheal Lain** at the café. "I think I know who was responsible for Ivy's abduction and how sh
Chapter 186: The Dire Condition
Lucas Bryan arrived at the hospital around 9 p.m. that evening to find the doctors conducting various checks on **Ivy.** Despite his long and stressful day, the news of Ivy's awakening compelled him to set aside any thoughts of rest and rush to her side. Ivy lay still in her hospital bed, her eyes open but her body motionless, casting a shadow of concern over Lucas's hopeful anticipation.Approaching **Stephanie** with a heavy heart, Lucas inquired about Ivy's condition."The doctors are still trying to determine the exact aftermath of Ivy's condition, but I'm afraid it may align with the initial report we received when Ivy was found," Stephanie lamented, her expression portraying every bit of worry."Don't say that, ma’am. Ivy will be fine," Lucas offered words of encouragement, hoping to instill a sense of hope amidst the uncertainty.After a few minutes, the chief of police arrived, having been informed by Stephanie about Ivy's awakening."How's she doing?" the chief inquired, dire
Chapter 185: Caller Id
Lucas arrived at the café to meet Racheal seated all by herself with a glass of alcohol. He walked up to her almost startling her, "Why are you drinking?" He asked.Racheal, her thoughts consumed by the looming threat from Victor to disgrace her mother, barely registered Lucas' presence. Without preamble, she slid the stack of papers across the table."These are the documents," Racheal said, handing them over to Lucas. He reached for his pen and quickly signed them, having already reviewed their contents earlier."Thank you, Lucas," Racheal greeted with a nod of appreciation.Lucas was expecting her departure after he had signed the documents, but Racheal lingered. "Aren't you leaving yet?" he asked."No, not yet. I'm waiting for someone," Racheal replied, her gaze wandering towards the entrance."Lucas could already sense whom Racheal was waiting for, prompting him to anticipate the unfolding of events. He knew it was the person who had asked her to have him sign the documents for he
Chapter 184: Final Farewell
As the morning sun cast its golden glow over the quiet streets of Malibu, Sonia took it upon herself to drive Flint and his sister to the train station, determined to see them off and bid them a final farewell."I'll miss you, Flint," she said, her voice tinged with sadness as she shared a warm embrace with him, her heart heavy with the weight of impending separation."I'll miss you too, Sonia," Flint replied, his voice filled with genuine affection as he returned her embrace.Flint felt a lump form in his throat as he struggled to find the right words to express his feelings. "I'm really sorry for everything that happened between us. I—" But before Flint could continue, Sonia gently hushed him, placing a finger across his lips."You've already apologized, and I've forgiven you," she reassured him, her voice filled with compassion and understanding."Thank you so much," Flint replied, his gratitude evident in his eyes as he met Sonia's gaze."And just in case you change your mind, you
Chapter 183: Attempted Murder
Racheal was surprised, wondering why Lucas would look into her purse. Even if she knew that Lucas was at the verge of finding out about her involvement in Ivy's kidnapping, she needed to create some elements of doubt all the same."Why would you check my purse?" Racheal blurted out angrily."So you had a hand in Ivy's abduction. You're such a disgusting lady, Racheal." Lucas snapped at her, throwing the documents at her."And it didn't even end there, you also made an attempt on her life. You're despicable!" Racheal's brows furrowed at Lucas's false accusation of her having made an attempt on Ivy's life."What are you talking about?" Racheal asked, the surprised look on her face enough to convince Lucas that she had no idea what he was talking about."Stop playing innocent, Racheal. You and I know it's true. You tried to kill Ivy." Lucas said with so much anger in his voice."I won't sit back and watch you accuse me of something I didn't do, Lucas." She snapped back angrily."I won't
