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The Awakening Of Oliver Roberts CHAPTER 143. THE FIRST OUR VACATION
"Oliver, how about we take a vacation abroad?" Elena initiated the conversation while they were enjoying a simple dinner at home. She took a spoonful of pasta, her eyes filled with hope as she looked at her husband.Oliver paused, his fork suspended mid-air. "A vacation? Abroad? Are you serious, Elena?""Of course," Elena affirmed. "We need time to relax, to forget all the drama and problems. Just you and me."Oliver gave a faint smile, placing his fork on his plate. "I'm not sure. There's still so much work, and...""Oliver," Elena interrupted, her voice gentle yet firm. "You’ve been working so hard. You deserve a break."Oliver took a deep breath and leaned back in his chair. "Where do you want to go?""Italy," Elena replied enthusiastically. "Romantic cities, delicious food, and a peaceful atmosphere. Doesn’t that sound wonderful?"Oliver raised his eyebrows, appearing to consider the idea. "Italy, huh? I admit, it does sound appealing. But what about work?"Elena smiled confidentl
The Awakening Of Oliver Roberts CHAPTER 144. APOLOGIZE ON YOUR KNEES
“You’re pathetic,” snarled a man in a tailored navy suit, his tone dripping with disdain.The bustling ambiance of the exclusive gala hushed slightly as his voice rose, drawing eyes to the commotion. He stood before Oliver, arms crossed, towering with an air of self-assumed superiority.“A man like you doesn’t belong here. Did you beg Elena’s father to let you wear that suit, or did you just steal it from one of your workers at Hoshier? Isn’t that what ex-cons do?”Oliver’s jaw tightened, his expression calm despite the venom hurled at him. He had endured these words before—words meant to wound, to reduce him back to the broken man society expected him to be.Beside him, Elena clenched her fists, stepping forward to defend her husband, but Oliver gently placed a hand on her wrist, stopping her.“It’s not worth it,” he murmured, his voice low and even.“Not worth it?” the man, whose name tag read Liam Durand, scoffed. He was the heir to a competing company, notorious for his arrogance
The Awakening Of Oliver Roberts CHAPTER 145. A PROOF
Oliver and Elena exited the grand hall, their footsteps echoing in the quiet corridor. The tension from the evening still hung in the air, but Oliver walked with an unshaken composure. Elena’s hand tightened around his arm, her eyes flickering with both pride and concern.“You handled that better than I ever could,” Elena said, breaking the silence. Her voice was soft, but her admiration was clear. “If it had been me, I might have thrown my drink at him.”Oliver chuckled lightly, shaking his head.“A man like Liam doesn’t need more chaos. He needs silence to understand the gravity of his actions.” His tone was measured, but there was a flicker of exhaustion in his eyes. “Though I’ll admit, Evelyn’s intervention was… unexpected.”Elena smiled at the mention of Evelyn.“She’s always been protective of people she respects. And clearly, you’ve earned her respect, Oliver. Not many people can do that.”Before Oliver could respond, the soft clink of hurried footsteps echoed behind them. A yo
The Awakening Of Oliver Roberts CHAPTER 146. REGRET?
The drive back to their home was quiet, the hum of the car's engine filling the silence. Oliver kept his eyes on the road, his hands steady on the wheel, while Elena stole glances at him from the passenger seat. The events of the evening still weighed heavily on her mind, but she knew Oliver had likely compartmentalized the entire ordeal, as he always did.Breaking the silence, she asked softly, "Do you ever regret stepping into this world, Oliver?" Her tone was cautious, almost hesitant.Oliver didn’t respond immediately, his jaw tightening ever so slightly. Finally, he said, "Regret? No. But there are moments like tonight when I question if it’s all worth it."Elena leaned back in her seat, watching him. "It is worth it. What you’ve achieved, what you’ve built… It's incredible. Don’t let someone like Liam Durand tarnish that."He glanced at her briefly, his lips curving into a faint smile. "You always know how to put things into perspective, don’t you?"She chuckled softly. "Well, s
The Awakening Of Oliver Roberts CHAPTER 147. SENSE OF HUMANITY
Oliver sat in the sleek office of Hoshier Corporation, the skyline of the city stretched out behind him. The polished surface of his desk reflected the cold determination in his eyes. Reports and dossiers detailing Liam Durand’s misdeeds and failed schemes were neatly stacked before him. His assistant, Evelyn, stood by the door, her usual composure tinged with satisfaction."Liam won’t recover from this, sir," Evelyn said, her tone matter-of-fact. "His connections have severed ties, his assets are frozen, and the board of his company has removed him as CEO."Oliver leaned back in his chair, his fingers steepled. "Good. He thought he could use my past against me, but he underestimated the lengths I would go to protect what I’ve built."Evelyn nodded. "Shall I prepare for the next step?"Before Oliver could respond, his phone buzzed. The caller ID displayed an unfamiliar number, but something told him it was related to Liam. With a slight nod to Evelyn, he answered, putting the call on
The Awakening Of Oliver Roberts CHAPTER 148. BETRAYAL IN HOSHIER COMPANY
In the boardroom of Hoshier Corporation, Oliver sat at the head of the long, polished table, his sharp gaze fixed on a series of documents spread out before him. His secretary, James, stood nearby, meticulously organizing papers while glancing nervously at the tension in the room. The latest quarterly report revealed an alarming anomaly—several high-value contracts had inexplicably been terminated, and their biggest client had just announced a shift to a competitor."James," Oliver said, his voice low but brimming with authority, "Get me the details of the terminated contracts. Every name, every signature, every anomaly. Now."James nodded, his movements brisk. "Right away, sir. I’ve already started digging, and there’s something unusual about how these cancellations were processed."Before James could elaborate, the door swung open, and Evelyn entered, her expression grim. "We have a problem, Oliver," she began without preamble. "I just received intel from our IT department. Someone
The Awakening Of Oliver Roberts CHAPTER 149. OLIVER'S UNYIELDING FIGHT
Oliver's focus sharpened in the aftermath of the crisis. He knew the battle against Richard Vaughn and Vanguard Enterprises was far from over, even though the immediate threat had been neutralized.Vaughn would not retreat quietly, and Oliver wasn’t one to leave loose ends. He called James into his office again to discuss the next steps."James," Oliver began, his tone deliberate, "I want a full audit of every division in this company. If Vaughn had leverage here, there’s no guarantee he didn’t attempt the same elsewhere."James nodded, already jotting down notes. "Understood, sir. I’ll coordinate with Evelyn and ensure every department is scrutinized."Oliver stood, pacing slowly. "Also, prepare for a meeting with our legal team. Vaughn may try to spin the narrative against us. I want us ready to counter any move he makes.""It will be done," James replied, a hint of admiration in his voice. "Your decisiveness is what keeps Hoshier thriving, sir."Oliver didn’t respond immediately, h
The Awakening Of Oliver Roberts CHAPTE 150. THE WARNING
Oliver leaned back in his chair, the calm after Adrian Holt's defeat settling over him like a fragile truce. Yet, in the business world, peace was rarely more than an illusion.As James and Evelyn left his office to handle the fallout, Oliver allowed himself a moment of reflection. The triumph over Holt had reinforced his resolve, but it also reminded him of the constant vigilance required to protect Hoshier’s empire.His thoughts were interrupted by the buzzing of his phone. The screen displayed an unfamiliar number, and he hesitated before answering."This is Oliver Roberts," he said, his tone professional but guarded.A woman’s voice responded, sharp and urgent. "Mr. Roberts, my name is Claire Donovan. I’m an investigative journalist. I believe we have a mutual interest in Adrian Holt."Oliver’s grip on the phone tightened. "I assume this isn’t a social call. What do you want, Ms. Donovan?""To warn you," she replied, her voice lowering. "Holt’s fall wasn’t just his doing. There’s
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CHAPTER 163. THE COST OF DECEIT
The air in the lounge grew stiflingly tense, the weight of Oliver’s revelation sinking into every corner. Adrian, still reeling from the shock, opened his mouth to speak but found no words. His once-confident smirk had vanished, replaced with a pale mask of fear. Nathan, ever the opportunist, tried to regain composure, but his nervous shifting betrayed him.Oliver’s steady gaze swept over the group, lingering just long enough to unsettle each of them. Then, with an air of calm authority, he gestured for James to approach."James," Oliver said, his voice slicing through the silence. "Show me the evidence."James handed Oliver a sleek tablet, his expression resolute. "We’ve secured video footage and documentation proving that certain individuals in this room have been engaging in activities to undermine Hoshier Company’s reputation."Gasps rippled through the crowd. Adrian stiffened, sweat forming on his brow. Nathan raised an eyebrow, feigning indifference but clearly rattled.Oliver t
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The Unveiling Of Power
The night air in Oliver’s penthouse was heavy with anticipation. The message from Evelyn had left a lingering tension that no amount of strategy could entirely dispel. Lucas and James had gone back to their respective tasks, leaving Oliver alone with his thoughts. He leaned against the balcony railing, looking down at the sprawling city below, his mind racing through possibilities.Suddenly, his phone buzzed again. Another message.{Enjoy your view while you still can.}Oliver’s jaw clenched. This was more than just psychological warfare; Evelyn was baiting him, daring him to react. He returned to the living room, dialing Lucas."Lucas, change of plans," Oliver said curtly. "I want you to focus all efforts on tracing Evelyn’s messages. They’re coming too frequently for her to be hiding her location effectively."Lucas sighed on the other end. "We’re already working on it, but she’s good, Oliver. Whoever she’s hired to mask her communications knows their stuff. It’s going to take time.
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CHAPTER 161. TICK TOCK!
The tension in Oliver’s office was a thick, almost tangible thing. Lucas had taken a seat in the corner, reviewing security logs on a laptop James had handed him. James himself was working tirelessly, tapping away on his own device, coordinating with the IT team to bolster the system’s defenses. Oliver stood by the window, staring out at the city skyline, his mind racing.Another buzz from his phone snapped him out of his thoughts. It was yet another message."Tick tock, Roberts. Time’s running out."Oliver turned to Lucas, holding up the screen. "She’s toying with us. What does she gain by sending these messages?"Lucas barely glanced up from the laptop. "Control. She’s letting you know she’s always one step ahead. It’s psychological warfare, designed to rattle you."Oliver smirked. "She’ll have to do better than that."James sighed, rubbing his temple. "I wish I had your confidence. Right now, we’re playing defense, and she knows it. If we don’t move quickly, she’ll gain the upper h
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CHAPTER 160. THE FIRST MOVE IN A DEADLY GAME
Oliver leaned back in the seat of his car, the city lights casting fleeting shadows over his face. His mind churned, replaying every word Evelyn had said, her veiled threats, and the smug confidence she radiated. He wasn’t sure yet who she worked for, but one thing was clear—this wasn’t over.James broke the silence. "Sir, Evelyn's operation feels bigger than it looks. The layers of shell companies, her arrogance... She’s either incredibly well-backed or she’s bluffing to throw us off."Oliver rubbed his temples, feeling the weight of the situation settle on his shoulders. "Either way, we can’t ignore her. Have you started pulling the background on Evelyn? I want to know everything: her connections, finances, past involvements."James nodded. "Already on it. My team is tracing every thread. It’ll take time, but we’ll uncover her network."Oliver’s phone buzzed again, drawing his attention. Another message."You’re persistent, Roberts. Let’s see how far that gets you."Oliver stared at
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CHAPTER 159. THE BAIT IS TAKEN
As Oliver stepped out of the café, the wind hit his face, sharp and cool against his skin. The echo of laughter and jeering inside still clung to him, but he forced himself to push it aside. His phone buzzed again, the glow of the screen revealing another message.{You're out of your depth, Roberts. Walk away while you still can.}Oliver clenched his jaw, the muscles in his face tightening. Whoever was behind this wasn’t just intent on humiliating him; they wanted to break him entirely. But if there was one thing Oliver had learned in his years of hardship, it was endurance.His thoughts were interrupted by the sound of hurried footsteps. Turning, he saw James approaching, his expression a mix of worry and urgency."Sir, I got here as soon as I could," James said, slightly out of breath. "I tracked the location of the messages. They’re being routed through multiple servers, but the origin seems to be close by."Oliver raised an eyebrow. "Close by? How close?"James pointed toward the
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CHAPTER 158. THE GAME WAS ON
Oliver stared at the message glowing on his phone screen, his jaw tightening as he read the taunting words."Well played, Oliver. But this is far from over."The sender was anonymous, and the lack of context only heightened his sense of urgency. It wasn’t just a threat—it was a promise.He immediately forwarded the message to James with a quick note: "Trace this now."Within moments, his phone rang."Sir, the message’s encryption is advanced," James informed him. "I’ve got our best team working on it, but this might take some time.""Time is a luxury we don’t have," Oliver replied curtly. "Double the manpower if needed. I want answers by the end of the day."Oliver ended the call and leaned back in his chair, his mind racing.Someone wasn’t just targeting Hoshier; they were targeting him personally. Whoever this was, they weren’t going to stop at a failed mole like Simon Prescott.Later that afternoon, Oliver decided to clear his head by visiting a nearby café. It was one of the few p
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CHAPTE 157. FAR FROM OVER
Oliver's mind was a flurry of calculations as he left the plaza, his steps purposeful and determined. The air around him buzzed with tension, but his demeanor remained composed, his face a calm mask of control. By the time he reached his sleek black car parked nearby, he had already begun mentally assembling the pieces of the unfolding puzzle.Sliding into the driver's seat, Oliver dialed James again, this time for clarification. The line barely rang before James answered, his tone filled with urgency. "Sir, I've got more information.""Go ahead," Oliver said, leaning back in his seat, his voice steady."The breach originated from someone within Hoshier," James explained. "We’re narrowing down suspects, but whoever it is, they’ve masked their trail well. It’s someone with high-level access or someone who’s been granted temporary permissions."Oliver frowned, his fingers tapping lightly against the steering wheel. "Temporary permissions? Who’s had access recently?"James paused before
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CHAPTER 156. MASK OF HORROR
The crowd's murmurs grew louder, with people exchanging shocked glances as Emily Knight's revelation sank in. Logan's once-confident smirk dissolved into a mask of horror, and Vincent looked like he wanted to disappear into the floor.Oliver’s calm demeanor never wavered as he turned to Emily, offering her a polite smile. "Ms. Knight, I appreciate your kind words, but let’s not make this bigger than it needs to be."Emily crossed her arms, her piercing gaze shifting to Logan and Vincent. "Bigger than it needs to be? Mr. Roberts, these men insulted you publicly, dragged your name through the mud, and humiliated you without cause. I believe they owe you more than just an apology."Vincent stammered, his voice trembling. "I-I didn’t know who he was! If I’d known—""Ah," Oliver interrupted, holding up a hand. "So, your behavior depends on who someone is? Tell me, Vincent, if I were just an average man, would that make your actions acceptable?"Vincent’s mouth opened and closed like a fish
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CHAPTER 155. GRAVE MISTAKE
Oliver took a deep breath as he stepped out of the mall, letting the tension slide off his shoulders. The sun was shining, the weather was pleasant, and the whispers and chuckles of the bystanders behind him felt like background noise.Yet, he couldn’t leave without having the last word. Turning back, Oliver smiled at Vincent and his entourage, now gathered by the door, still chuckling and exchanging jabs."Mr. Carlisle," Oliver called out, his voice as calm as ever. "Thank you for the free show. I’ll be sure to recommend your impeccable hospitality to all my friends."Vincent smirked, leaning against the doorframe. "Friends? Oh, please. What friends could someone like you possibly have? The rats in the alley?"The group burst into laughter, one of the women holding her stomach as if the joke was too much to bear. Oliver simply raised an eyebrow, his lips curving into a faint smile."You’re right," Oliver replied with mock sincerity. "My friends are humble folk—rats, pigeons, the occa
