Jared's phone buzzed on his desk, interrupting his train of thought as he reviewed some business reports. He picked up the device and saw a message from Olivia. The words on the screen were simple but enough to catch his attention: "Thompson's Party."He frowned, his brow furrowing as he read the message again. Thompson, the former member of the Vipers, whose name was synonymous with pain and treachery in his life, was throwing a party? The very idea seemed ludicrous to Jared, given the turmoil Thompson had caused in the past.With a sense of curiosity mixed with caution, Jared tapped out a response, asking for more details. Olivia quickly replied, informing him of the date, time, and location of the event.Later that evening, as he stood before his closet, Jared debated whether attending Thompson's party was a good idea. On one hand, he was intrigued by the sudden turn of events—Thompson's apparent social resurgence. On the other hand, he couldn't shake the feeling that something bi
Jared sat in his living room, a heavy sense of foreboding settling over him. His thoughts were a whirlwind of confusion and frustration, trying to piece together the events of the past few days. Just as he was lost in his thoughts, his phone rang, jolting him back to the present.He glanced at the caller ID and saw that it was his lawyer. He answered the call, his voice carrying a mix of curiosity and concern. "Hello?""Mr. Landmark, I'm glad I reached you," his lawyer's voice sounded somewhat strained. "I have some news regarding the ongoing divorce proceedings."Jared's heart raced. He had expected some updates, but the tone in his lawyer's voice made him uneasy. "What's going on?"His lawyer took a deep breath before continuing. "It seems that Mrs. Landmark is demanding for a division of your assets. She's requesting half of your property and holdings as part of the divorce settlement."Jared's grip on his phone tightened. Half of his assets? The very idea felt like a punch to the
Jared's determination to protect his assets and business was unwavering. He stormed into his lawyer's office, his face a mask of determination. "I want you to make sure Emily doesn't get a single cent more than what's fair. I won't let her ruin everything I've built."His lawyer, Mr. Anderson, nodded solemnly. "I understand your concerns, Jared. We'll do our best to negotiate a fair settlement that reflects both your contributions."Jared's gaze was steely. "Fair, but not a penny more."With the assurance from his lawyer, Jared left the office, his mind focused on ensuring that his hard-earned success remained intact. He headed straight to his company, determined to cut off any ties that might be compromised by the impending divorce.As he entered the office, his friend Max, looked up from his work. "Jared, is everything okay?"Jared's expression was serious as he replied, "Not exactly,Max. I need you to gather all the information on the ongoing projects with the Winston family. We're
Jared's phone buzzed on his desk, and he glanced at the screen to see a message from his new secretary, Zoey. It was a short but urgent message: "Mr. Jared, please come to the office immediately."Concerned by the urgency of the message, Jared quickly stood up from his seat, his mind racing with possibilities. He strode through the familiar corridors of his company, each step fueling his curiosity and apprehension. When he reached his office, Zoey was waiting for him with a solemn expression."Zoey, what's going on? Why the urgency?" Jared asked, his brows furrowing.Zoey cleared her throat, her eyes meeting his with a mix of sympathy and concern. "Mr. Jared, I'm afraid I have some troubling news to share."Jared's heart sank, and he took a deep breath, bracing himself for whatever news awaited him. "Go ahead, Zoey. Tell me."Zoey hesitated for a moment before continuing. "It seems that some of our top investors are expressing concerns and are considering pulling out their investments
Jared was resolute in his determination to address the sudden exodus of investors from his company. He knew that in times of crisis, clear communication and understanding were crucial. He had gathered all the members of his partnership for a meeting at a luxurious venue he had chosen for the occasion. The place was elegantly decorated, creating an atmosphere of both sophistication and camaraderie.As the evening sun cast a warm glow over the event space, the attendees began to arrive, their faces a mix of curiosity and expectation. Jared welcomed each person with a warm smile and a firm handshake, his charismatic presence filling the room. The chatter of conversation and clinking of glasses filled the air as everyone settled in.Once the initial pleasantries were exchanged, Jared stepped forward to address the gathering. "Ladies and gentlemen, thank you all for being here tonight. I value each one of you as a member of our partnership, and I believe that together, we have accomplished
Olivia's steps were heavy as she walked back into the office, her expression a mix of frustration and confusion. She had gone to Oliver's residence hoping to get some answers, but it seemed he had vanished into thin air. She took a deep breath and walked over to where Jared, Alexander, and the rest of the team were gathered.Jared looked up as Olivia entered, his eyes narrowing in anticipation. "Well, Liv? Did you find anything?"Olivia shook her head, her voice laced with frustration. "I'm sorry, Jared, but Oliver has moved out of his place. The neighbors said they haven't seen him for a few days."Jared's jaw tightened, his hands clenching into fists. "Moved out? Just like that? This doesn't make any sense."Alexander leaned back in his chair, his brows furrowed. "So, he's deliberately disappeared."Olivia nodded, sinking into a chair. "It seems that way. And I doubt he's going to make it easy for us to track him down."The room fell into a heavy silence as everyone contemplated the
Jared's footsteps echoed in the quiet hallway as he walked towards his office. The weight of the recent events bore heavily on his shoulders. His once-thriving company was now on the brink of a crisis, with investors pulling out and a shadow of uncertainty cast over its future. He had to act swiftly to untangle the web of deceit that had entwined his business.As he entered his office, Zoey , his loyal and capable assistant,looked up from her desk. Her brows furrowed with concern as she observed Jared's demeanor. She knew that something significant was on his mind."Jared," she said, her voice gentle yet probing, "is everything alright?"Jared sighed heavily and sank into his chair. "No, Zoey. Everything is far from alright. We're facing a major setback, and I'm struggling to figure out how to salvage the situation."Zoey's expression softened. "Tell me what's happened."Leaning forward, Jared recounted the recent meetings with his investors. His frustration was palpable as he describ
The ringtone echoed in the quiet confines of Jared's office, jolting him from his concentration. He reached for his phone, his brows furrowing as he glanced at the caller ID. Thompson. The name sent a shiver down his spine, memories of their past encounters flooding back. With a sigh, he answered the call, uncertainty lacing his voice. "Thompson?"The voice on the other end was cold, dripping with a malevolent satisfaction that made Jared's stomach churn. "Well, well, well, if it isn't the mighty Jared. Heard you've been having a bit of a rough time lately."Jared's grip tightened on the phone. "What do you want, Thompson?"Thompson chuckled darkly. "Just thought I'd check in on my old friend. How's life treating you?"Jared's eyes narrowed, suspicion growing. There was something off about this call, something that set his instincts on high alert. "Cut the small talk, Thompson. What's your game?"The mocking tone in Thompson's voice intensified. "Game? Oh, nothing much. Just enjoying