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The Cheap & Dupe CEO CHAPTER 93
As Adam approached the scene, the crows reluctantly flew away to the nearby posts and rooftops but still very much kept their eyes on him. There were at least twenty-odd of these black little things.Adam stopped and looked at the old man lying lifelessly on the sidewalk. There was no life in his eyes, which were half closed, and the black plastic bag beside him was open, with many items on the ground, suggesting that someone searched the bag for valuables.Evelyn joined Adam but was not able to see the old man’s corpse. She stood behind Adam. “Did he die? The beggar?”“He’s been dead for hours,” Adam said, his voice deep and concealing the pain and sadness swelling in him.“Let’s call the ambulance,” Evelyn said. “They are going to take care of him.”Adam, however, picked the old man up with both of his arms. He was not that heavy because he was very thin. His body had already hardened and was not bending at all. It looked like Adam was carrying a pole instead.“W-What are you doing,
The Cheap & Dupe CEO CHAPTER 94
Adam and Evelyn came to a restaurant. It was mid noon at the time. Both of them were sweaty and hungry. Evelyn first ordered some drinks to quench her thirst, and then she told the waiters to wait for fifteen minutes before prepping their meals because she just drank a lot of water. This gave both of them fifteen minutes of breathing space. Evelyn still couldn’t forget burying the beggar, and she also didn’t understand why Adam would go to such lengths. “If you don’t mind me asking, did you meet that beggar in the past? I mean, did he stop in front of your car at some traffic signal and then ask for some money?” “No, this is my first time seeing him,” Adam replied in a calm but slightly knowing, heavy voice. “But this isn’t the first time I have seen beggars die overnight. During winters, some of them freeze to death on the streets. Some have their toes and legs frozen overnight that they have to get amputated afterward.” “What?” Evelyn covered her mouth in shock. “You sound like
The Cheap & Dupe CEO CHAPTER 95
Both Evelyn and Adam had gone to Sterling villa and talked with the producer, Jacob sterling.They were expecting him to look cool and grand. He was indeed a big, handsome fellow despite his age being in sixties, but he looked to be under great stress because of his movie being released incorrectly.“From behind the scenes, someone messed with me on purpose,” Jacob told them. “I know you’ve come here to get solid information from me, but I can’t guarantee you anything right now because all the people I took money from to produce the film are grabbing my throats right now. I have to pay them hundreds of millions in interest. So, until I clear all that, I won’t be able to release the film. Even if I do release it, will the people come to the theaters again?”“They will, sir,” Evelyn told him. “All your past movies were blockbusters. There was not an average film, so I think people will understand that some mistake happened this time and will definitely make many people come to the theate
The Cheap & Dupe CEO CHAPTER 96
“If you were really a beggar, then what happened? How did you change yourself?” the beggar curiously asked Adam. “Did you rob a bank or something?”“No, it was a stroke of luck,” Adam replied. “I’m still taking that test. If I don’t pass it, I might end up as a beggar one day again.”“I wish that luck visits me as well,” the beggar said.“Don’t worry, Brother,” Adam saw that this beggar had a bent leg, which didn’t allow him to walk properly. He took out his checkbook from his suit and signed it for 5000 dollars. “It’s not much, but this is all I can give you right now. You better not use it for drugs, or the next time I see you, I will beat your ass.”“I will spend this very carefully,” the beggar quickly said. “But I don’t think the bank guards will allow me to enter the bank if I go in these dirty clothes. I have to buy new clothes.”Adam then took his suit out and gave it to the beggar who felt more touched by this gesture. It brought tears to the beggar’s eyes.“Nobody has been t
The Cheap & Dupe CEO CHAPTER 01
In a remote villa, the foxy maids in flimsy uniforms were wrapping a middle-aged man in bandages, making sure he didn’t experience the slightest discomfort. He had a sullen look on his face as he peered at the old butler who worked for his father. “I don’t want to do this.”“This is your father’s wish,” the old butler said politely. He had little to no hair left on his head. His nose was full of dark spots because of old age. “I spent over a year looking for the right person, and I’ve only recently found him. We should make use of the fact that you’ve got into an accident, Young Master Adam.”Adam sucked in a breath. “Leave us alone.”The maids followed his order without question.Only Adam and the old butler were left in the room. Adam began reading the report given to him. “You said he was a beggar, right?”“Yes, Young Master.”“What’s he doing begging with these credentials?”“The world isn’t fair on everyone, Young Master,” the old butler spoke, almost in a pitiful tone. “His aunt
The Cheap & Dupe CEO CHAPTER 02
The news of Adam Conreid, the CEO of Conreid Lore, dying in a car accident shook the whole state. The scene of his sports car hitting the barricade and rolling was repeatedly played on the news channels.Conreid Schools, Conreid Colleges, Conreid Institutes, and Conreid Training Academies that were all part of the Conreid Lore all announced three days holidays.However, Leher, the old butler of the Conreid family, later held a press meet and announced that Adam was still fighting death.Thirty nine days went by silently, and no one expected that the youngest lion of the Conreid family would finally make an entrance on the fortieth day.In the Conreid Headquarters, on the seventh floor assigned for the Education Department.“Why isn’t he here yet?”“Because he’s probably dead.”‘But, didn’t their butler say he’s alive?”“Obviously, he was minimizing the stock damage by spewing bullshit. They must have already buried his body somewhere secretly. They are not obligated to answer the gene
The Cheap & Dupe CEO CHAPTER 03
A gorgeous brown-haired lady entered the room. “Hi, sir. It’s nice to finally meet you. I’m Mary, the director of the logistics division.” She bowed, thereby exposing the fine line setting her firm, round breasts apart.Before Eric even realized, he was staring at her breasts. (This one’s intentions are way too obvious, but at least she’s good-looking, hehe.) However, the words his father told him at his mother’s funeral rang in his mind: It only takes one glance at a woman’s nakedness for a man’s commonsense to wane. Don’t ever put yourself in that place, or it will drag you into a life full of lies.And he managed to control himself and act professional.Was she doing this on purpose? Eric wondered. “You’re the director?” he also seemed visibly surprised as she barely looked thirty. “Wait, did you say logistics division? Isn’t there already a strategy division?”“Yes, sir, but we operate a bit differently. The logistic division deals with planning for immediate and short-term chang
The Cheap & Dupe CEO CHAPTER 04
The knocking on the door cut the intense kissing short. While Lily was able to easily come out of the deep kissing session, Adam looked like a little puppy that was lost in a paradise of bliss. He had never imagined a woman would kiss him so passionately and even put her tongue in his mouth. Was he dreaming? Or was what he just experienced a reality? “Who is it?” Lily cast an annoyed glance at the door. Evelyn was standing outside with a file on her face. “Tch,” she concealed her annoyance and smiled at Adam before sliding her hand over his face on the side. “Don’t forget to call me tonight.” She then opened the door. Both Lily and Evelyn shot daggers at each other for different reasons. “Hmph, look at you and your pencil-cut skirt,” Lily snorted. “So old fashioned.” Evelyn just walked in and shut the door right in her face. “This little…” Lily ground her teeth. (How dare she ignore me, the managing director of finances! I must put her in her place.) “Sir,” Evelyn stopped five fe