TARIQ'S MASTERSTROKE
Author: Victor Amos Regannez
last update Last Updated: 2024-10-29 19:42:56

Darren fumbled with the hologram machine, his hands were shaking slightly as he set it up on the small table in front of Mr. Richmond.

A few seconds later, the device flickered to life, projecting a clear image into the center of the room.

It showed a well-lit studio, where Tariq Khyber, the CEO of the Khyber Group, was seated across from a John Larry a famous TV pundit.

Tariq’s smile was wide and genuine, his face was glowing with triumph, like he had just achieved something extraordinary.

Mr. Richmond’s expression hardened as soon as he saw his rival. That smile meant only one thing: progress. And progress for the Khybers was bad news for the Richmonds.

Mr. Richmond clenched his jaw, feeling a wave of anger wash over him. Tariq Khyber wasn’t just any competitor—he was one of the most cunning and crafty men in Westwood’s business world. Every victory Tariq scored was a threat to Mr. Richmond’s empire.

“What is this?” Mr. Richmond asked, his voice was edged with frustration as he s
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