Chapter Hundred As the sun began to set on the bustling state capital of the county , a sense of foreboding settled over the luxurious penthouse apartment of billionaire young CEO, Xander Kings. The room was bathed in a warm orange glow, but the atmosphere was anything but peaceful.Xander sat at his desk, his eyes fixed on the computer screen as he sifted through endless rows of numbers and figures. He had just finished a marathon of board meetings and conference calls and was hoping to finally unwind for the evening. But as he was about to call it a night, his phone rang.He picked it up without looking at the caller ID and said, "Hello?"A voice on the other end spoke, "Is this Xander Kings s?""Yes, who is this?" Xander asked, his voice betraying a hint of annoyance."You don't need to know who I am," the voice replied. "What you do need to know is that your life is in danger."Xander 's heart skipped a beat. He had received his fair share of threatening calls before, but
Chapter One Hundred And OneKim didn’t want to come here and talk to Xander at first but she knew that something was off. Xander has added the number of security men and he always seems to be on his toes even though he acts nonchalantly as if nothing is going on. Kim is smart enough to know that it is related to Lucas the intern and she had to go back against her word because she promised to mind her business but she couldn’t just let that arrogant and mischievous Lucas have his way under her watch. The sun was just beginning to peek over the horizon as Kim , the secretary of the young billionaire, walked into the luxurious office building. Her heels clicked against the marble floor, the sound echoing through the empty lobby. She headed straight to the elevator, her mind already buzzing with the day’s tasks. As she ascended to the top floor, she couldn't help but think about the new intern, Jake. She had a bad feeling about him since the day he arrived. There was something off abo
Chapter One And Hundred And Two Xander’s POV The phone call had been unexpected, but not entirely out of the ordinary for a young billionaire like myself. The voice on the other end had been calm and controlled, giving me instructions that I couldn't ignore. I was to enter a black SUV alone for a brief meeting that couldn't be rescheduled or missed.As I made my way to the designated location, a sense of unease started to settle in the pit of my stomach. I had no idea who was behind the call, or what they wanted from me. But as a billionaire, I had always known that my wealth and success made me a target for those who wanted to take advantage.As I arrived at the location, the black SUV was already waiting for me. The tinted windows made it impossible to see inside, and I had no idea who or what was waiting for me. But as I stepped inside, I knew that there was no turning back.The interior of the SUV was dark and foreboding. The leather seats were cold against my skin, and the air
Chapter One Hundred And ThreeXander Kings sat in his expansive office, staring blankly at his computer screen. He was deep in thought, his mind racing with worry and fear. His eyes flicked over to the painting on the wall, a priceless work of art that he had acquired at auction just a few months ago. He couldn't help but wonder if it was worth the risk.The room was quiet, save for the soft hum of the air conditioning and the occasional beep from his computer. He leaned back in his leather chair and rubbed his temples, trying to shake the uneasy feeling that had settled in his stomach. It had been three days since he had been kidnapped, and yet the memory still haunted him.He had been leaving his office late one evening when he was suddenly tricked by the mysterious phone call, grabbed from behind and thrown into a van. He had struggled, but his kidnappers had been too strong. They had blindfolded him and driven him to an undisclosed location, where they had kept him for several day
Chapter One Hundred And Four As the door to the opulent office swung open, a stunning young woman with long flowing hair and piercing blue eyes entered the room. She was dressed in a flowing, silk gown that draped effortlessly over her curves, highlighting her delicate features and porcelain skin. This was Anastasia , a woman who commanded attention and admiration wherever she went.Anastasia scanned the room and her gaze landed on Xander, the rich and powerful man who sat at his desk, engrossed in work. His brow was furrowed with worry, and Anastasia could sense the tension radiating off him. She knew he needed her, and she was determined to make him forget about all his worries, if only for a moment.With a graceful stride, Anastasia crossed the room and approached Xander. He looked up from his work and his eyes widened in surprise at the sight of his beautiful bride-to-be. She placed her hand on his cheek, stroking it gently, and leaned in to plant a soft kiss on his lips.But
Chapter One Hundred And Five Xander collected the newspaper from Kim’s hands and saw that his new shopping mall and his tech company that he suffered to build up was the investment that is having the highest stock in the both national and international markets. “This is amazing “ Xander whispered The young businessman, Xander, has been sitting on his desk for ages , scrolling through his emails with a furrowed brow keeping track of his fiancés especially after the threat. He had been anxiously waiting for news about his stocks and investments for days, and every hour that passed without any updates made him more and more nervous. But just as he was about to give up hope, his female secretary, Kim, burst into his private office with a huge grin on her face….in that very moment, Xander even forgot about Anastasia’s existence as he wore and re arranged his clothes."Xander, you won't believe it!" she exclaimed, her voice ringing with excitement. "Your stocks and investments just hit
Chapter One Hundred And Six Lucas sat in his little dirty hiding corner and watched Kim and young master Xander get along. Lucas was so happy when Xander and Kim had issues because of Anastasia because Anastasia managed to tear them apart which makes Xander distracted with his work but somehow Kim always seems to know how to bring Xander back to order. Lucas sighed and kept watching the camera in his laptop trying his best to catch each and everyone’s decision and next plan. A rat came out of nowhere and made Lucas to quickly stand up scared and angry. The room was small and cramped, with barely enough space for one person to stand. The walls were a dull grey, covered in peeling paint and cracks, giving the impression that the room had not seen any maintenance in a long time. The only light source came from a single flickering bulb hanging from the ceiling, casting a dim glow over the room.In the corner of the room, there was a small desk covered in a layer of dust, with a laptop
Chapter One Hundred And Seven As the sun sets over the city, Lucas eagerly rushes home to get ready for a night out. He's been working hard at his internship all week and is looking forward to blowing off some steam. He spends hours getting ready, carefully picking out his outfit, making sure he looks sharp and stylish.Finally, he steps out onto the bustling city streets, feeling the energy of the night pulsing through him. He hails a taxi and directs the driver to the hottest club in town. He's heard all about it from his coworkers and can't wait to experience it for himself.As he enters the club, he's immediately struck by the booming bass of the music and the flashing lights of the dance floor. The air is thick with the scent of alcohol and sweat, and he can feel the energy of the crowd pulsing through his veins.Lucas quickly makes his way to the bar and orders a round of drinks for himself and his friends. He throws back shot after shot, feeling the warm rush of alcohol cour