Simon, Emily's elder cousin and the eldest grandson, interjected, "Did you hear the news? Mr. Radcliffe just bought Eclipsa Studios for a whopping $30 billion!" He turned to Emily, a mocking tone lacing his words, "How do you plan to secure a collaboration with Enermig when our family doesn't even stand a chance?"The room fell into an uneasy silence as Simon's words hung in the air, casting a shadow over Emily's ambitious plans.Caught off guard, Emily couldn't find the words to respond to the daunting challenge. The weight of her grandfather’s task pressed down on Emily, and she struggled with the reality of securing a collaboration with a powerful company like Enermig. Managing her responsibilities within the Walter Group was one thing, but this new endeavor seemed like a mountain.Emily's father, trying to sway Mr. Walter, argued, "We have a deal with the Hargraves, Mr. Walter. Pursuing Enermig might jeopardize our existing commitments.""Grandfather, securing a collaboration with
Emily cautiously entered Enermig the next morning, where the female security meticulously checked her with a handheld device before granting her entrance. As she stepped inside, she found herself surrounded by the grandeur of the corporate world.The inside looked fancy with modern designs, and everyone there seemed busy and well-dressed, giving off a vibe of sophistication and efficiency.Walking through the imposing space, Emily gathered her courage and approached the reception desk. "Excuse me," she began loudly, "I'd like to see the president of Enermig."The receptionist, with a raised eyebrow, inquired, "May I have your name and the purpose of your visit?""I'm Emily Walter from the Walter Group," Emily replied, her voice carrying a hint of uncertainty. "I'm here to propose a deal."The receptionist, assessing Emily, questioned, "Is the president expecting you?""No," Emily admitted and took a quick gulp.Nodding, the receptionist picked up the phone to make a call. Emily, unsu
Simon sneered, "Emily, you haven't even finished dealing with your small job in the Walter Group. Where do you get the nerve to approach Enermig, let alone see the face of their president?"The rest of the family, convinced that Emily was spinning a tale, completely ignored her, their skepticism overshadowing any belief in her unexpected accomplishment.Eric's eyes narrowed as he observed the skepticism in the room, realizing that convincing the family of Emily's achievement wasn't going to be easy.Ignoring Emily's attempt to share the news, the family continued their conversation. Frustrated, Emily slammed her fist on the table, silencing them. Holding the documents high, she yelled, "Enermig just agreed to collaborate with the Walter Group, offering us $50 million!"As she passed the documents around, a shocked silence enveloped the room. Wide-eyed, Mr. Walter asked Emily, "How did you manage this?""It was all luck," Emily responded, her expression a mix of relief and amazement.
Chaos erupted the next day as a group of people stormed into Enermig at night, wreaking havoc by destroying doors and windows. When Peter arrived at work that morning, he was met with the shocking sight of hundreds of employees gathered outside, murmuring about the extensive damage inflicted upon Enermig. The building bore the scars of the unusual attack, with shattered glass, broken doors, and other signs of vandalism.Almost out of breath, Peter rushed to a corner and frantically phoned Eric, relaying the chaotic scene at Enermig. In a stunned tone, Eric listened as Peter described the destruction that had unfolded overnight."Sir, you won't believe what happened. Enermig was attacked last night. Doors smashed, windows shattered, it's a mess!" Peter exclaimed.Left stunned, Eric responded with disbelief and concern as the unexpected turn of events unfolded."Attacked? What do you mean, Peter? Who would do something like this to Enermig?" Eric inquired."I wish I knew, sir. It's a d
The industrial event night unfolded grandly the following evening. Well-dressed men and women from various industries gathered in anticipation, buzzing with excitement upon hearing that Mr. Radcliffe was expected to grace them with his presence.As anticipation grew, so did the news of Mason Hargraves causing havoc at Enermig, becoming the talk on everyone's lips. The shame was evident, preventing the Hargraves family from attending the event.The Walter family, shocked by this revelation, discussed the matter. Emily, still dejected, couldn't contain her frustration. She stood up, declaring, "Mason, a complete disgrace, is the same person you wanted me to marry!"Her father ordered her to sit down, admonishing, "Don't disgrace the family," while her mother chimed in, "At least, Mason has money, unlike that useless Eric, who's a nobody."Amidst the family drama, Mr. Walter, the family patriarch, appeared utterly disappointed. Contemplating the news about Mason, he wondered if entrustin
Eric spoke casually to Emily, his tone warm and reassuring as he addressed her."Emily, I just wanted to let you know that Enermig is eager to invest more in the Walter family. We're thrilled to collaborate with you on creating new projects."Emily nodded flippantly, her disbelief evident in her wide-eyed expression. She couldn't wrap her head around the fact that Mr. Radcliffe was speaking to her, let alone bearing a resemblance to Eric. However, she pushed aside her confusion and managed a grateful smile."Thank you, Mr. Radcliffe. We'll do our very best with the projects, starting with the $50 million investment from Enermig."Gasps rippled through the crowd at the mention of the substantial investment in the small Walter Group. Rumors about Enermig's interest in the Walter Group had circulated, but no one had taken them seriously until now.At the table, the Walter family sat in stunned silence until Mr. Walter, the head of the family, found his voice, "I'm Mr. Walter, the presid
One night later.At the docks, a secret deal was happening under the night's cover. Eric, hidden in the shadows, watched closely as the smugglers loaded guns onto a cargo ship. Suddenly, the quiet was shattered by approaching footsteps, causing panic among the smugglers."What's going on?!""We've been tricked!"The smugglers were bewildered.Armed police officers emerged from the darkness, swiftly surrounding the smugglers. Despite their attempts to resist, the smugglers were quickly subdued and captured by the police. Stepping forward, the police officer's authoritative presence demanded answers."Where are the guns going?"The smugglers stayed silent, but after enduring relentless questioning and torture from some police men, they finally gave in."It was Mr. Ben Hargraves! He's the one behind it all!"The authorities were shocked by the revelation, leading to Mr. Hargraves, Mason's father, was immediately arrested on that exact night.Watching from afar, Eric felt a surge of sati
Eric received an unexpected invitation to a dinner date from Maria Bolton, the influential CEO of a prominent company in the city. He remembered her nice treatment during her auction event, where he had attended as Mr. Radcliffe. Grateful for her hospitality, Eric accepted the invitation, though he had ulterior motives.Arriving at the exclusive venue named "The Aristocrat's Haven," Eric chose not to don his Mr. Radcliffe persona. Instead, he dressed in tattered clothes, deliberately adopting the appearance of someone out of place in such grand surroundings.As he approached the entrance, the guards raised an eyebrow at his disheveled appearance."Hold on there, buddy. This place is for the elites. You seem to be in the wrong place," the first guard told Eric."Yeah, did you miss the sign?" And this was from the second guard.Eric cleared his throat, maintaining his composure. "I'm here to see Maria Bolton. She sent for me."The guards exchanged amused glances before bursting into la