They quickly turned around, fixing their gazes at the door. Brianna stepped closer to the door, her heart racing before she realized it wasn't fully closed. She let out a sigh of relief and then used her biometrics to lock it."Why would a modern and smart door like this creak so audibly?" Leander asked, a bit spooked."Uh, I have no idea," Brianna replied, "but I won't ignore your words because Rex is a cunning guy"Leander followed her into the living room, his expression filled with intrigue. "This doesn't look like a usual bedroom," he remarked, his tone sharp with curiosity."Is that your bedroom? It's kind of empty," he said.Brianna fell silent for a moment before looking up sternly at Leander. "I already told you there are vacant rooms here but that's not my bedroom. It's located on the upper floor," she stated firmly.She exhaled sharply, her gaze icy as she continued, "I've reconsidered giving you that vacant room because of your hesitance and nerves. Were you afraid to work
"Fake again? You’re the most daring and unexpected one in the bunch," Leander quipped, surprised by the bank staff’s accusation. Annoyed, he exhaled sharply, "Put it through a card reader and let’s see who's right" The bank staff swiftly set the card reader on the table and swipe the card over the payment terminal device. A gentle hum filled the room as the screen lit up. Suddenly, a detailed account profile appeared, stunning them both into silence. She muttered a curse, snapping her fingers in frustration. She berated herself for being careless, instantly regretting the slip-up. "She's the one who can't be trusted," Leander told the man, a smug smile playing on his lips. The bank staff's irritation grew, her gaze sharp. "It's crystal clear. Give back his stuff now or do as he said," the man interjected, his tone commanding, his expression fierce. "Wait a minute. The card reader is yet to sort it," the bank staff cut in, her voice sharp. Leander blinked, his expression
Leander parked his elegant Rolls-Royce Ghost Prism in a tranquil park close to the entrance of Etherium University, discreetly checking the time and eagerly anticipating Brianna’s arrival. With a sigh, he turned off the car engine and his self-assured smirk faded. Watching students hauling their bags towards the university, he couldn’t help but feel a wave of anxiety and doubt, causing his shoulders to droop. Had he not been expelled, he would have arrived for the next semester by now. ‘Was this how his life was supposed to play out?’ As a pang of envy shot down his spine, he felt traumatized and lost in his own thoughts. Memories came rushing back, bringing unshed tears to his eyes upon seeing the expulsion letter from Dean Walker. He fought to manage the overwhelming surge of emotions, reliving every detail of that fateful day. Leander's expression turned angry as memories of Rex overwhelmed him. He began to pound his fists against the steering wheel in frustration. "I ca
"Leander, why don’t you go find a quiet place to talk to your mom? Suppose she has another thing to share with you?...." Brianna asked, her face etched with concern, her words quick and urgent.".... that's all she wanted to say, I guess," Leander interjected.He then looked at Brianna and nodded before saying. "I appreciate your company more than you know. I have to be honest with you, I can’t believe that my dad’s condition is critical and I know the health problems he’s facing are life-threatening. …." he groaned, his heart racing with conflicting emotions as they navigated the bustling mall.Brianna's eyes widened with empathy, and she reached out to grasp Leander's hand with a smile. "There’s no need to panic, everything will turn out fine, alright?”As they moved forward, a familiar figure suddenly appeared – Giovanni, one of Brianna’s closest friends. Brianna's eyes sparkled with surprise and joy as she reached out her hand for a handshake."You're here too?" Brianna exclaimed,
Leander's doubts and anxieties were evident in his eyes, causing Mr. Parker to let out a deep sigh. He anticipated Leander's response to the suggestion."How can I possibly get a visa and all necessary travel documents within a few days? That seems unlikely. I don't believe it's the best option," Leander rejected the offer with a displeased frown."I want a clear explanation for why I cannot simply make a video call and speak with him over the phone," Leander stated authoritatively, his words laced with curiosity.“Visiting your father is the right choice, a sign of respect. There are deeper reasons behind this tied to the royal dynasty. Some royals plot to manipulate the monarch into taking most of your father's wealth..." Before finishing, Leander froze in shock and disbelief.“Damn!” Annoyed and frustrated, he cursed under his breath, his mind racing with possibilities. “How can I trust you? Are you playing me?” Leander shot back sharply, a smirk playing on his lips.“If you make
Clad in a sleek navy tuxedo suit, Leander strode into the Veritas Group headquarters straight from his car. The suit perfectly fit his body, reflecting the company’s innovative values. All of a sudden, a group of employees rushed over, warmly greeting him with smiles and open arms.Approaching Leander with a swift nod, the man who seemed to be the Chief Operation Officer, Edward Robinson, extended a handshake. “Master Leander, welcome to Veritas Conglomerate!” "Thank you, I’m delighted to be here," Leander smiled back, exuding confidence. He quickly moved on to exchange brisk handshakes with the rest of the company's key staff around himHe hurriedly followed Edward and top executives through the bustling corridors of the company's headquarters, led by Mr. Parker, until they reached the imposing glass skyscraper that housed the administration facility and its workers.As they burst onto the final floor, Leander, their fresh CEO and president, came into view. Instantly, every person
With a warm and genuine demeanor, Leander made his way to other staff and directors from multinational countries. "I really appreciate all of your efforts in making this possible, despite not being fully prepared for it," he said gratefully. As he shook hands with the gathered individuals, one of them chimed in, "Master Leander, we are pleased to have you here as our new CEO and president of the Veritas Conglomerate. I guess you are now the youngest CEO in one of the largest companies in the world" Surprised by this information, Leander replied with a grateful nod, "Is that so? Thank you all. I assure you that everyone will benefit from my new position” “Best wishes, Master Leander,” a clear voice cut in. Without hesitation, Leander veered away from the group post-handshake. He however made a beeline for the Chief Operation Officer, Edward Robinson, who was engrossed in conversation with several directors nearby too. "Mr. Edwards, can we have a quick word?" Leander's soft
But then, he couldn't believe what he saw.Leander exhaled sharply, snatching a compact rectangular object and swiftly scrutinizing the body. Recognizing it as a hard drive, his eyes widened in astonishment at the label. He whispered the words on it, "Goldstein's Assets," his heart racing.Uncertainty ate at him as he traced his finger over the label. Was this truly the real hard drive? Could it have been switched out or tampered with?Glancing around, Leander's chest tightened with anxiety. His eyes locked onto a sleek monitor resting on the table. Without hesitation, he plugged in the hard drive, eager to verify its authenticity through a quick test.Plugging the USB cable into the hard drive and computer, the monitor instantly flashed with a notification, indicating an external device was recognized. Dancing across the keyboard, his fingers swiftly accessed the drive.The screen flashed a list of documents pertaining to Veritas Conglomerate and some other entities which are subsid