In another place, a man with ash blonde comma hair looked upset. The room he occupied was very messy, full of scattered documents and overturned items. Anger filled his mind upon learning that the partnership he was supposed to secure with Mr. Kim had been won by Asher instead."Damn it! Damn it! He really bothers me!" shouted Darren, throwing a thick folder aimlessly. His hand ran through the hair falling on his forehead, showing how frustrated he was. His shirt was disheveled, his tie loose, and his formal jacket draped over the oversized chair."This can't be allowed. I won't let him take everything I have," he muttered, almost losing his mind. "I won't fall like Olivia. No! I won't let him."Darren kept muttering to himself, cursing in his anger. "I will get you back, Asher!"After the successful meeting with Mr. Kim, Asher felt satisfied with the results achieved. The meeting not only resolved existing issues but also strengthened the partnership between Dixon Enterprises and Mr.
When they reached the basement, Asher led Alicia through the inner section, passing a corridor with wall lights that provided a dim yet elegant illumination. Alicia was amazed by the lowest part of the hotel."Did you design everything here?" Alicia asked, her eyes focused on her surroundings with admiration.Asher's steps halted when they arrived at his private room. The room had transparent glass and numerous hologram systems that displayed the hotel's surroundings like CCTV. As soon as Asher entered the room, the system greeted him.Alicia was astonished. This was the first time she had seen such an advanced room. "I wanted this room to ensure better security for the hotel, and from here, we can also identify anyone who tries to sabotage," Asher explained with a small smile on his face.Asher invited Alicia to sit on a black sofa in the corner of the room. He looked at Alicia with deep curiosity. "Tell me, what's the matter? Why did you bring up BOWWS Company? And... and what?"Ali
Asher had already prepared himself, wearing a black suit complete with a matching tie. He straightened his collar in the mirror, ensuring his appearance was perfect before heading to the office. That morning, despite all the preparations and plans, many things were swirling in Asher's mind.During the journey to the office, Asher found himself daydreaming. His gaze was fixed out the window, watching the busy morning street scenes. Street-side shops were opening their doors, vendors were setting up their goods, and people were walking for their purposes. All of this made Asher reflect on his life's journey, the challenges he had faced, and the future he wanted to achieve.Asher recalled the meeting with Alicia and how the information he had obtained from her had opened his eyes to many hidden matters. However, a doubt lingered deep in his heart, making Asher feel uneasy. He questioned his trust in Alicia. Was she a genuinely good person or merely wearing a mask like Olivia? The issues
The busy office atmosphere slowly turned tense as the company's audit team entered Asher's office. Not only was the audit team deployed, but several lawyers trusted by Aberon Dixon also entered Asher's office, causing the employees to exchange questioning glances.The employees began to whisper, throwing various curious comments:"I'm curious, the audit team and lawyers entering Mr. Asher's office. Is there another problem in the subsidiary?""Ah, seeing them gather makes me feel scared. If the audit team is involved, the problem must be very serious.""Could there be another embezzlement? Or even money laundering?""Shh, don't be loud. Lower your voice. You know some executives are very opposed to Mr. Asher's leadership. Maybe they're scared because they know they've cheated in the company!"Mr. Thimphon, who happened to overhear various gossip along the corridor from the marketing department to customer service, felt increasingly uneasy. Fear gripped him upon hearing that Asher had
For three days, the audit team worked tirelessly to catch the greedy individuals who were never satisfied. Asher was also busy with various projects thrown at him, even handling issues with the subsidiary companies himself rather than relying on the CEOs there. He felt exhausted, but his determination to uphold justice within the company burned brightly.During a meeting, Asher brought up the status and important roles of those in high positions within the company. His voice was firm and authoritative. "I will no longer tolerate anyone committing crimes to satisfy their own greed in this company. We must maintain our integrity and reputation."The atmosphere in the meeting was tense, making some of them exchange uneasy glances. They knew Asher was serious. The crimes Asher referred to included abusing authority, money laundering, embezzlement, and possibly other illegal activities.Everyone there saw a reflection of Aberon. Asher’s commanding voice, his decisions, and his rejection of
News of Thimphon's dismissal without honor and subsequent investigation by the prosecutor's office made William furious. Since Asher's rise to power, all of William's efforts and schemes had felt futile. He felt a burning sense of helplessness in his chest. All the plans he had devised over the years to maintain his power now seemed to crumble before his eyes. Even the support from his brother was never received; William despised Aberon and Aberon's descendants.William was sitting in his spacious office, surrounded by mahogany wood walls and rows of business books. His mind was in chaos, filled with frustration and uncontrollable anger. Just then, the door to his office opened, and Holmes Alexander entered with a face full of despair.William's eyes followed Holmes as he approached, his gaze sharp. Without asking, he knew why Holmes had come to his office. He must be asking for help from the chaos created by Asher."William, please," said Holmes with a trembling voice, his eyes full
Asher stared intently at Alicia. It seemed like for the last week, he didn’t have any free time. There were so many things he needed to do to finish his work."It seems like I'm quite busy. If I get some free time, I'll let you know," Asher said, feeling a bit guilty.Alicia nodded in understanding. She knew that Asher was a leader and always busy with company matters. "Alright. I'll wait for your good news."Alicia got up from her seat, ready to leave. Before going, she told Asher that she wanted to stop by the marketing director's office to discuss something. Asher agreed with a nod.After Alicia left, Asher leaned back on the sofa, closing his eyes for a moment to ease the fatigue gnawing at him. Then he glanced at his watch, showing it was late afternoon. It had been a long and stressful day, and he hadn't had any rest.Suddenly, the phone on his desk rang. Asher reached for it and answered with a serious tone. "Asher here.""Mr. Asher, this is Joseph." The voice on the other end
Asher was still at the hotel, specifically in a special room known only to Joseph and Kailos. In that room, Asher rechecked the monitor screen displaying 3D movements outside the hotel. His eyes remained focused, trying to track what was happening out there.The opening of Asher's hotel was a huge success, with many tourists staying at his hotel, adding to his pride. Although it was just a continuation project, there were many changes that Asher had implemented.Suddenly, Kailos received a phone call. The man's face turned serious as he listened to a report from the security team. "Mr. Asher, the person sabotaging your hotel is Christian, the same one who tried to disrupt the hotel opening a few weeks ago."Asher frowned, staring at Kailos intensely. "Really? Where is Christian now?""He is being chased, sir. Our security team is pursuing him," Kailos answered firmly.Asher nodded, his mind racing. "Good. I will try to track Christian's whereabouts with the data I noted earlier."Ashe
Asher sat in the company’s boardroom, positioned at the head of a long table adorned with piles of documents and an open laptop. His sharp eyes tracked the presentation displayed on the projector screen, where Kailos explained the potential of the LuseCraft and Rudwick partnership. Kailos’s calm voice filled the room as he outlined the opportunities this collaboration could bring.Yet, Asher’s thoughts drifted elsewhere. He wasn’t just listening to his employees’ spoken words—he was hearing the unspoken ones, the thoughts streaming loudly from the minds of those seated around the table. Ever since discovering the magical ring, Asher’s newfound ability had proven useful, though it sometimes felt more like a curse. Today was one of those aggravating days."Rudwick? Such a small company? There’s nothing to expect from a place like that. Honestly, this is idiotic.""Why does Asher keep wasting the company’s resources on this? William would never have taken a risk like this.""He’s way too
Asher slowly removed his tie and tossed it onto the small table beside the sofa. The formal jacket he had worn earlier had already been draped over the backrest of the sofa, and now his body sank into the soft support. He massaged the stiffness in his neck, exhaling deeply, as though trying to relieve burdens that were not just physical. The room was silent, with only the faint ticking of a wall clock breaking the stillness.Asher’s thoughts wandered, but they did not settle on the numbers in his reports or the plans for developing new construction projects under Dixon’s subsidiary. Instead of focusing on those documents, his mind drifted to Alicia. Her name resurfaced in his thoughts, as if it occupied a special space that constantly demanded his attention. Asher couldn’t push it away.A small smile curved on his lips as the memory of their kiss resurfaced. His lips moved unconsciously, as though tasting again the warmth and softness that had touched them that day. "Crazy," Asher mur
In the dim corner of a bar, Waldric gulped down his drink quickly, trying to drown the bitterness of his life with every sip. His mind was full, chaotic—Asher had discarded him just like that, like a pedestrian stepping on filth in the street without a care. Waldric's gaze was filled with hatred and smoldering anger, but underneath, there was also a gnawing sense of frustration.A cold voice interrupted his thoughts. "There's no point in staying here, sulking, Waldric."Waldric looked up, narrowing his eyes at the figure standing before him—Kaylery Barnnet. A thin, meaningful smile played on Kaylery's face, his gaze like a snake ready to strike."What do you want?" Waldric's tone was defensive, his voice tinged with curiosity.Kaylery chuckled softly, unbothered, and slowly took the seat beside him uninvited. "My intention is simple. You want revenge, don’t you? Seems like we share a common enemy, Waldric."Waldric straightened up, feeling skeptical. "So, you just want to offer help?
Alicia buried her face in the pillow, her body squirming with embarrassment on the bed. The memory of the moments with Asher earlier felt so vivid, replaying in her mind like a never-ending movie. "What did I say earlier?" she thought, frustrated with herself."At least I managed to hide my feelings. I don't want Asher to feel disgusted seeing me act like that," she muttered. Alicia let out a long sigh, then stared at the ceiling of her room."What's wrong with me?" she asked softly, her voice filled with confusion. She closed her eyes again for a moment, imagining Asher’s handsome and calm face every time they met."I want Asher."That whisper felt too real, always echoing in her mind so clearly. It wasn’t just about Asher’s physical attractiveness, but his charismatic aura and decisiveness that captivated Alicia. He was a man who could lead, who could take control, and that was something Alicia had always dreamed of.A small smile formed on her lips as Asher’s image appeared in her
Asher stepped into the lobby of Dixon's headquarters with a firm stride, while Kailos waited in the corner, his face full of questions. There was a clear curiosity in Kailos's eyes about the outcome of Asher's visit to BOWWS Company.As Asher approached, Kailos couldn’t hold back from asking, "How did it go, sir?"Asher simply gave a brief smile, one whose meaning few could understand. "Smooth. BOWWS Company is now in my hands," he replied with a tone full of confidence.Kailos, who had already suspected this victory, smiled with satisfaction. "I’m glad to hear it," he said sincerely, walking alongside Asher as he began discussing other important matters. "Sir, there’s something else we need to talk about—regarding LuseCraft and your upcoming meeting with Aldric Pervaz."Hearing Aldric Pervaz's name, Asher's steps slowed. His eyebrows furrowed deeply. "Why does he want to meet with me?"Kailos paused briefly, clearing his throat lightly before answering. "He wishes to discuss a potent
Asher's schedule had changed. After his visit to LuseCraft, he was supposed to attend a meeting about renewing a contract with Jonathan. However, due to Waldric's insistence on meeting to settle the inheritance dispute, Asher had no choice but to meet him and end it as soon as possible.Asher stood facing the large window, his posture straight and his expression neutral, though the atmosphere around him felt tense. Beside him was Waldric, staring at him with eyes full of anger, as if he wanted to devour Asher alive. Waldric was clearly displeased with the changes at BOWWS Company, especially the fact that the company was now under Asher’s control.“Does being the heir give you the right to act so arrogantly?” Waldric began, his voice cold and full of hatred. “Don’t you feel greedy, Asher?”Asher merely raised one eyebrow, remaining unaffected by Waldric’s outburst. His eyes continued to gaze out the window, overlooking the courtyard of BOWWS Company, watching the employees busy with t
The soft rays of the sun slipped through the gap in the curtains of Asher's room, gradually warming the space. Asher opened his eyes, feeling refreshed after a long sleep—something he rarely got these days. He stretched his muscles, then slowly sat up, leaning his back against the headboard. His thoughts immediately drifted to the previous night—the moment when he unintentionally kissed Alicia.His lips curled into a small, almost hidden smile. For a moment, he covered his face with his hands, feeling slightly embarrassed. "What have I done?" he thought. But the more he tried to ignore it, the clearer that moment replayed in his mind.His memory took him back to when he could hear Alicia's thoughts and feelings spilling out, full of confusion and wonder. Those voices, which usually bothered him, now made him chuckle softly. He could hear how nervous and embarrassed Alicia had felt, yet at the same time, her heart had raced after their kiss.“She didn’t push me away, did she? In fact…,
Asher felt the growing awkwardness as Heinry deliberately left the two of them alone at the dining table. The atmosphere in the restaurant, which was previously filled with business conversations, now felt quiet, with just him and Alicia. Even though they often met, it felt different when it was just the two of them. Asher tried to stay calm, though Alicia’s thoughts continued to whisper in his ear. He wished he could stop his ability for a moment, to focus on the conversation, not the mix of thoughts running through her mind. Alicia glanced at him occasionally, as if waiting for Asher to start talking. Feeling awkward because of the sudden silence, Alicia finally decided to shift the topic. "What about BOWWS Company, Asher? Have you fully taken control?" she asked, her voice soft, but there was a hint of curiosity she couldn't hide. Asher sighed and placed his nearly empty glass of water down. "It should be settled," he replied, looking at Alicia. "But Waldric is still trying t
Asher sat in his newly established office, specifically created for LuseCraft, a home goods and property company under the Dixon umbrella. Since its founding, LuseCraft had just begun to take off after Halbert Company went bankrupt, especially since Asher initiated partnerships with several major players in the property industry. The primary focus of LuseCraft was to create high-quality products for home interiors, ranging from furniture and kitchenware to innovative home decor. However, the company also had ambitious plans to expand into real estate development, including luxury housing and modern apartments.With a calm and professional demeanor, Asher looked at the stack of contracts waiting for his signature. One of the most important was the partnership agreement with Rudwick Company, which had long been a leader in the property sector. This partnership was crucial for LuseCraft to gain broader market access. Asher wanted to ensure everything went smoothly, particularly regarding