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The Awakening Of Oliver Roberts CHAPTER 188. CONFLICT TENSION
As the sun began to set, casting long shadows over the city, Oliver and Elena left the park, heading toward her favorite café. The air between them had started to settle, but the sting of Damian’s words still lingered in Elena’s mind. She held onto Oliver’s arm a little tighter than usual, her protective nature bubbling beneath her calm demeanor.The café was a quiet, cozy place tucked into the corner of a narrow street. Its warm lighting and soft jazz music created a haven from the chaos outside. Oliver ordered their usual drinks—a black coffee for him and a lavender latte for her.“Let’s sit by the window,” Elena suggested, forcing a smile as they settled into a small corner table.Oliver’s calm demeanor was intact, but Elena could see the slight tension in his jaw and the occasional flicker of something dark in his eyes.“Are you okay?” she asked, placing a hand on his.“I’m fine,” he replied, his tone even but distant. “Just thinking.”Before she could press further, the bell abov
The Awakening Of Oliver Roberts CHAPTER 189. ARROGANCE
The quiet hum of the café returned after Julian’s dramatic exit, but the tension lingered like an unwelcome guest. Elena leaned back in her chair, her lavender latte untouched, her mind replaying every scathing word Julian had said.“Do you think he’ll actually try something?” she asked softly, her voice tinged with worry.Oliver’s calm gaze met hers, his fingers drumming lightly against the table. “Julian’s type thrives on intimidation, but they rarely follow through. He wanted a reaction, and when he didn’t get what he hoped for, he left.”“But he didn’t back down, either,” Elena pointed out, her brows furrowing. “He’s arrogant. People like him don’t let things go easily.”Oliver gave a faint smile, one that didn’t quite reach his eyes. “If he’s foolish enough to test me, he’ll learn the hard way that I’m not someone to push around.”Elena admired Oliver’s calm composure, but part of her hated how people constantly tried to drag him down. It wasn’t just Julian—Damian, Marcus, and co
The Awakening Of Oliver Roberts CHAPTER 190. MAKING MOVE
The tension inside the car was palpable, though Oliver’s calm demeanor never wavered. He drove in silence, the soft hum of the engine filling the void. Elena kept glancing at him, trying to gauge his emotions. Though he appeared unaffected, she knew better—Oliver’s calm exterior often masked a storm brewing beneath the surface.“Are you really okay?” Elena finally broke the silence, her voice soft but insistent.Oliver’s grip on the steering wheel tightened slightly before he relaxed again.“I’m fine.”“You don’t have to pretend with me,” she pressed. “Those things they said… they were cruel.”Oliver let out a quiet sigh, his eyes fixed on the road. “Elena, I’ve dealt with worse. Words don’t break me anymore.”“But they’re trying to provoke you,” she said, frustration creeping into her voice. “And I hate that they think they can get away with it.”Oliver’s lips curled into a faint, humorless smile. “That’s their mistake. Let them think they’ve won. People like Julian and Vincent thriv
The Awakening Of Oliver Roberts CHAPTER 191. A BREWING STORM
The event carried on, but the tension lingered like a storm cloud ready to unleash its fury. Oliver remained composed, but Elena could see the subtle signs—his clenched jaw, the controlled breathing, the way his fingers tapped against the glass he held.“Are you sure you don’t want to put them in their place?” she asked, her voice barely above a whisper.Oliver gave her a calm smile. “Oh, I already have.”Elena frowned. “What do you mean?”Oliver simply sipped his drink. “Julian and Vincent think they run the game, but they don’t even know they’re playing on my board.”Before Elena could press for an answer, a loud, mocking laugh filled the room.“Ah, so this is the famous Oliver Roberts,” a voice sneered.A man neither of them had seen before approached. He was tall, lean, and radiated arrogance. His expensive suit was tailored to perfection, and his smirk was the kind that made people want to punch him on sight.Julian and Vincent flanked him, grinning like jackals.“Who the hell is
The Awakening Of Oliver Roberts CHAPTER 192. LUCA'S NEXT MOVE
Luca Devereaux was furious. His face was red, his jaw clenched so tightly it looked like it might snap. The entire room had seen Oliver Roberts turn his so-called public humiliation into a display of dominance. And now, Luca was the one left looking like a fool.Julian and Vincent stood awkwardly beside him, clearly unsure whether they should comfort him or distance themselves before he lashed out.“Luca…” Julian muttered.“Shut up,” Luca snapped. His fists were clenched so tightly his knuckles turned white. “That bastard just embarrassed me in front of everyone.”Vincent chuckled nervously. “Well, to be fair, you kind of—”Luca shot him a murderous glare, and Vincent immediately shut his mouth.Meanwhile, Oliver and Elena were making their way toward the exit, unfazed by the chaos they left behind.Elena smirked. “Luca looked like he was about to explode.”Oliver chuckled. “He’s the type who can’t handle losing. That makes him predictable.”Elena raised an eyebrow. “You think he’ll t
The Awakening Of Oliver Roberts CHAPTER 193. A DANGEROUS INVITATION
Oliver knew Luca wouldn’t give up so easily.So when an anonymous invitation arrived at his office—a handwritten note delivered in a sleek black envelope—he wasn’t surprised."Meet me at The Blackwood Lounge tonight. Come alone. Let’s settle this like men."Elena read over his shoulder, her lips curling in distaste. “It’s obviously a trap.”Oliver smirked. “Of course it is.”“Then you’re not going,” she said firmly.Oliver set the note down and turned to her. “If I don’t show up, he’ll think I’m afraid of him.”Elena’s eyes darkened. “And if you do, you’re walking straight into whatever setup he has planned.”Oliver shrugged. “Then I’ll play along.”Elena’s frustration was evident, but she knew there was no talking him out of it.She crossed her arms. “Fine. But I’m coming with you.”“No.”“Oliver—”“I said no.” His voice was firm, final. “Luca’s desperate, which makes him reckless. I won’t let you walk into that with me.”Elena exhaled sharply, clearly unhappy, but she knew better th
The Awakening Of Oliver Roberts CHAPTER 194. A GAME OF POWER
The cold steel pressed against the back of Oliver’s skull, but his smirk didn’t waver. If anything, it deepened."Really, Luca?" Oliver’s voice was calm, almost amused. "Pulling a gun on me in the middle of a conversation? That’s desperate. Even for you."Luca laughed, but there was an edge of nervousness in it. "Desperate times, Roberts."Dominic Castellano leaned forward, watching the scene with mild interest. He swirled the remaining bourbon in his glass. "Desperation is an ugly thing. But sometimes, it gets the job done."Oliver remained still. "You think I came here unprepared?"Luca scoffed. "What, you got a sniper on the roof? A hidden weapon in your jacket? Let me guess, some thug waiting outside to come running in and save you?"Oliver chuckled. "You talk too much, Luca."Dominic exhaled through his nose, setting his drink down. He looked at the man holding the gun behind Oliver. "Pull the trigger."Luca’s eyes widened slightly. "Wait—""Do it," Dominic repeated, his tone bor
The Awakening Of Oliver Roberts CHAPTER 195. THE GAME BEGINS
Elena’s fingers tightened on the steering wheel as she stared at Oliver, her eyes scanning his face for any sign of hesitation. But there was none."Oliver, if you’re planning something reckless, tell me now."He smirked, reaching over to tuck a strand of her hair behind her ear. "Would you stop me if I was?"Her jaw tightened. "You know I wouldn’t.""Then trust me."The engine hummed as Elena drove them away from the Castellano estate, but the weight of Dominic’s parting words lingered in the air like a storm waiting to break.Oliver was no stranger to threats. He had been dealing with them long before his prison sentence, long before he carved his name into the underbelly of the business world. But Dominic was different.Unlike Luca—who was all bark and no bite—Dominic Castellano was a man who played the long game.And Oliver Roberts never ignored a real threat.***They stopped at a high-end restaurant in the heart of the city. Oliver wasn’t hungry, but this wasn’t about food. This
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CHAPTER 206. I LOVE YOU
The ride back was silent. Not because they had nothing to say, but because words felt unnecessary.Elena sat beside Oliver in the car, her fingers resting lightly on her lap. She wasn’t shaking, wasn’t afraid anymore—but the weight of the night still pressed against her.Oliver drove with one hand on the wheel, his other resting on the console between them. His presence alone made her feel safe.After a while, Elena exhaled. “You’re too calm.”Oliver glanced at her, smirking. “Would you rather I panic?”She huffed. “I was kidnapped, Oliver.”“I noticed.”“Held hostage.”“I was there.”“Almost had my throat slit.”Oliver’s jaw tightened just slightly. “And I handled it.”Elena turned to him, studying his profile. His sharp jawline, his unwavering expression.“You always do,” she murmured.Oliver didn’t reply, but his fingers—resting between them—twitched.Elena hesitated, then slowly reached out, linking her pinky with his.Oliver’s hand stiffened for a brief moment.Then, he turned hi
CHAPTER 205. ELENA'S KIDNAPPING.
"Mr. Roberts, we have a problem."Amelia’s voice was sharp over the phone. Oliver had just finished a business meeting when she called, and from the tension in her tone, he knew it wasn’t a minor issue.Oliver exhaled. "Speak."There was a brief pause before she dropped the bombshell."Elena’s been taken."Oliver stopped walking. His fingers tightened slightly around the phone. “Who?”Amelia hesitated. “A man named Vincent Moreau. French arms dealer. One of the last allies Harrington had left.”Oliver’s jaw clenched, but his voice remained calm. “His demands?”“He wants you to transfer fifty percent of Hoshier’s European assets to his name by midnight.”A mistake.Vincent Moreau had no idea who he was dealing with.Oliver inhaled slowly. “Where is she?”“We traced the call to a warehouse in the East District. It’s heavily guarded.”Oliver didn’t hesitate. “Send me the location.”“Sir, I can mobilize our team—”“No.” Oliver’s voice was sharp. “This is personal.”Amelia hesitated but ob
CHAPTER 204. NEVER LOST
“You lost the moment you thought you could use her against me, Calloway.”Oliver’s voice was quiet, almost casual, yet every syllable carried the weight of an undeniable truth.Raymond struggled against Oliver’s grip, but it was useless. His body trembled—not from the physical pain, but from the realization sinking into his bones. He had never stood a chance.Oliver loosened his hold just enough for Raymond to breathe, but his next words made the man’s blood run cold.“Tell me, Calloway… how do you want this to end?”Raymond swallowed, his mind racing. He had no moves left. No allies. No escape.His last shred of arrogance faltered, replaced by raw desperation. “I—I was just following Harrington’s lead. He’s the one who—”Oliver let out a quiet exhale, cutting him off with a simple, measured sentence.“Harrington is already handled.”Raymond’s eyes widened. “What?”A soft buzzing noise filled the room. Oliver reached into his pocket, pulled out his phone, and tilted the screen toward
CHAPTER 203. ERUPTED INTO CHAOS
Raymond’s hands trembled as he scrolled through the endless flood of news reports, each one spelling his doom in bold, damning headlines. His phone buzzed non-stop—calls from investors, board members, and desperate executives, all demanding answers he didn’t have.His breath came in short, sharp gasps. This wasn’t just an attack. This was an execution.His gaze snapped to Elliot Mercer, who remained seated, completely unfazed. The smirk on Elliot’s face sent a wave of rage coursing through Raymond’s veins.“You think this is funny?” Raymond’s voice was hoarse, barely above a growl. “You think I’m just going to sit here and let Oliver destroy me?”Elliot exhaled, setting his drink down with a quiet clink. He leaned back, crossing his legs leisurely. “Oh, you misunderstand, Calloway. It’s not about letting him destroy you. It’s about the fact that you can’t stop him.”Raymond slammed a fist against the bar. The few patrons around them turned to glance, sensing the tension but knowing be
CHAPTER 202. DAMAGE CONTROL
Raymond sat frozen in his chair, his hands clenched into fists as the weight of his downfall pressed down on him like a mountain. His empire, his power—everything he had built over the years had crumbled in mere minutes.His phone buzzed again, and with shaky fingers, he picked it up. A flood of messages from his board members, investors, and executives filled the screen. They were panicking. Some demanded explanations, others threatened to withdraw their support. His assistant sent a message—Mr. Calloway, we need immediate damage control. The media is asking questions.Raymond’s vision blurred as rage bubbled inside him. All because of one man.Oliver Roberts.The name now echoed in his head like a curse.Raymond had underestimated him, just like everyone else had. He had seen Oliver as nothing more than a quiet, unremarkable businessman, someone who got lucky in the corporate world. But now, he understood the truth.Oliver was far from ordinary.Raymond sucked in a sharp breath and f
CHAPTER 201. AN UNMATCHED ENEMY
Raymond’s breath caught in his throat. His palms were damp, his fingers gripping the edge of his desk. Oliver Roberts was here. In his office.He barely had time to compose himself before the door swung open.Oliver walked in with the ease of a man who owned the building, despite the fact that it belonged to Raymond. He was calm, his dark eyes scanning the office without the slightest hint of urgency. He wasn’t here to negotiate. He was here to watch Raymond crumble.Raymond straightened in his chair, masking his nerves with arrogance. “Mr. Roberts,” he greeted coolly, though his voice wavered just enough to betray his unease.Oliver said nothing at first. He merely stepped closer, his gaze locking onto Raymond’s with the weight of something far more dangerous than anger—certainty.“You’ve been quite busy,” Oliver finally said, his tone casual.Raymond forced a smirk. “I like to stay informed about my competitors.”Oliver chuckled, the sound low and unimpressed. “Competitor?” He tilte
CHAPTER 200. WARNING IN PERSON
Raymond Calloway sat frozen, his fingers tightening around the black business card as if it were a ticking time bomb. His expensive watch, his custom-tailored suit—none of it mattered now. He had made the mistake of mocking a man who could wipe his company out of existence with a single decision.The café once filled with his laughter, now felt suffocatingly silent. The people who had been laughing along with him avoided eye contact. His so-called friends shifted uncomfortably, realizing they had aligned themselves with the wrong side.One of them, a man named Darren, coughed awkwardly. “Uh… Ray, man, you good?”Raymond barely heard him. His mind was spinning.Oliver Roberts.The president of Hoshier Corporation.A man who held more power in his hands than Raymond ever could.And he had insulted him. Mocked him. Treated him like some insignificant nobody.His pride burned. His fists clenched. But he wouldn’t apologize.No. He refused to bow.Raymond slammed the business card onto the
CHAPTER 199. UNDERESTIMATE THE WRONG MAN
Horizon Café was unusually crowded that evening. Oliver Roberts sat at a quiet corner table, sipping his black coffee, his fingers lazily tapping against the wooden surface. He had always preferred places like this—quiet, ordinary, unassuming. A place where no one looked twice at a man in a simple dark coat and well-fitted jeans.Unfortunately, not everyone shared his sense of discretion.A loud, arrogant laugh filled the air, followed by the clatter of an expensive watch hitting the table."Look at this," a voice sneered. "Genuine gold, straight from Italy. Have you ever seen something this fine?"Oliver didn't look up. He didn't need to. He already knew the type."Come on, tell me you’ve seen something better," the voice continued, a clear attempt to impress whoever was with him. "I bet you haven't. People like you don’t even know where to get real gold."Oliver exhaled slowly, eyes still fixed on his cup.The voice belonged to Raymond Calloway, a man whose wealth was built on inher
CHAPTER 198. SMART CHOICE
The city lights flickered against the cracked windshield as Oliver drove in silence.Elena kept glancing at him, waiting for a reaction.The attack, the car chase, the cryptic message—most men would be shaken.But Oliver Roberts wasn’t like most men.He didn’t look angry. He didn’t look worried.He looked bored.That terrified her more than anything.Finally, she broke the silence.“That was a message, wasn’t it?”Oliver exhaled through his nose. “It was a test.”Elena frowned. “A test?”Oliver nodded, gripping the steering wheel. “They wanted to see how I’d react. If I panicked. If I ran.”His fingers tapped against the dashboard.“They wanted to see if I was really the man people whisper about.”Elena swallowed. “And?”Oliver smirked. “Now they know.”***They pulled up to a private parking lot.The moment they stepped out, a man in a black suit was already waiting for them.No words were exchanged.Just a nod.Oliver returned the gesture before turning to Elena. “Go home.”Elena’s
