The Comeback Of The Sole Heir

He's back!

Ethan

The news of the massacre of most of the Silverado's family by poison became the talk of the town. Many people believed it was done by their numerous opponents while I believe it was done by my grandmother Athaliah. I had only told her and mum about what i heard in the office, I never expected her to kill everyone - including my mum.

Tears flew down my eyes as i gulped down more alcohol. I should have kept shut and mind my business that day. Then maybe, my mother would have still be alive. 

My thought is interrupted by the sudden emergence of grandma Athaliah who has managed to get the media to convince everyone that the massacre was done by our enemies and she only managed to escape with me because we weren't in the house during the attack.

"You've been drinking for the past six days. Get on your feet and get to work" Athaliah commanded. 

I shot her a hard stare and without saying a word, i concentrated on gulping down more alcohol. As much as I wanted to strangle the woman's neck, i couldn't. Mum has taught me to always be nice to Athaliah because she is the only person that can gift me a better future.

" Are you really ignoring me?. How dare you?. Maybe i should have left you to die with them. I should have never saved a weakling like you. " She cursed under her breath. 

I shot her a hard stare. Was she finally accepting that she is the culprit behind that day's massacre?. What kind of a blood sucking demon is she?. 

"What?. Don't look at me that way. I didn't say that I killed them. Do you really think I can kill my own son?. I'm not that evil" Athaliah fired, making me more surprised. "I should be suspecting you. After all, you have been eyeing the seat of the sole heir of this empire."

" What?. I might be dying to be the sole heir but that doesn't mean that I can go as far as killing my own mother."

She shrugged. "Look. I know you are sad and I'm sad too. I lost my son, daughter in law and two grandsons. But does that mean I should die of sorrow?. The companies need someone that would control it and for a while, I thought you were the best candidate but I was wrong. I will look for someone else" She said and turned to leave. 

"Silly boy. Does he really think that Janet would mourn so much if he was in her shoe" I heard her mumble.

I bursted out laughing causing her to halt and turn to me again. " What is my schedule?. I'm ready" 

Her eyes lit in happiness at my sudden change of attitude. Mum is already dead and it's only best I continue from where she stopped. She taught me to be desperate for power and I'll make her a proud student. After all, isn't that the reason why she shamelessly became a mistress, making me an illegal son.

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I made some last minute adjustment to my suit and stepped in front of the mirror to examine my outfit. I was wearing a 3-piece black-white striped suit and order placed directly to Silverado's Clothing. The black turtleneck was a tad bit uncomfortable but it seemed worth it. The Italian leather shoe blessed my clothing and the black diamond crest watch I wore gave it a bossy outlook, well I am the boss aren't i?.

I stepped out of my room, a maid reached out for my briefcase, following me outside. The briefcase contained the contract i was to review later and a few other documents. As i stepped outside, the chauffeur stood smiling as he opened the door to the Rolls Royce Phantom Limousine, I got in and soon we were on our way. This is the life I have always dreamt of and I'm grateful that I am living it now. 

The elevator dinged as the doors opened and i stepped out. I walked through the hallway and got to the door leading to the board meeting room. My secretary George Hills, had been standing by the door waiting for me. He smiled as soon as he saw me approaching. He took my briefcase and followed me into the room.

 Already seated were the thirty board members of the Silverado's Empire and extra four new faces. They were the representatives of the multi billionaire companies that were sent to sign the contract of partnership with us. I walked up to the end of the room where my seat was, at the end of the table and sat down . 

“Good morning all, I apologize for coming late. I hope we’re all doing great.” I greeted with a wide smile.

The representatives responded positively and beamed with smiles. Looks like they are impressed by my humble attitude. Mum was right! No matter how evil you are, just try to be good because people will only believe what you show to them. 

“Well then we can get to the business of the day.”

The meeting started as i introduced myself to them and in turn each representative took turns in introducing themselves and their various positions in their company.

The meeting lingered for hours as i debriefed them on the summary of the project.

They cooperated perfectly well and without much hesitation, they signed the contract. 

"Thank you for partnering with us" I appreciated with a handshake as we all stood to our feet.

I let out a deep breath of relief as they all walked out, excluding the board members - with George escorting them till they get to their cars.

"Well done, Mr Ethan." One of the board members exclaimed and the others chirped in a loud 'congratulations'.

"Thank you. It was a joint effort, we all did a good job." I replied, grinning widely. Just then, George entered the board room again, visibly shaken. He walked closer to me and whisper one of the scariest words I have heard in a long time. "I just saw Mr Rutherford a while ago."