Last Updated:
2024-10-29 19:42:56“Cheers!”
Karina giggles as she wraps her arms around Dario's neck. They were having a mini celebration for her suceeding her father's company. “How do you feel my love?” Karina gets up and places a hand on her chest with a huge smile on her face. She twirled around the office with a glass of champagne in her hand. “I feel so much joy, honey. I just can't believe it. I've waited for this moment for a very long time and now…” Karina ran her fingers over the nameplate with her name inscribed on it. She lets out a little laugh. “It's all mine. It feels like everything is in place. Like I have it all. Ever since that bastard was finally out of my life it was like a portal opened up! And my life was finally being put in the perfect place!” Dario claps and stands up putting an arm around his wife's waist. He was glad to see the delight on her face. Indeed everything was going so well for them, he had taken over the company Hardin had worked in and made so much money from it that he was invited as a member of the Elite Society. “Ah!” Dario snaps his fingers. “I just remembered we have a party coming up in the elite society and I have been selected to announce our newest member” Karina gasps before hugging Dario. “This means they finally recognise your presence to let you do it! Oh! I'm so happy! What am I going to wear? I should go shopping. I can't have those other wives look down on me!” Dario chuckles. “Whatever you wear I'm sure you'll look beautiful honey” Karina smiles but it's only short-lived. “Oh by the way, do you have any idea who it is?” Dario sucks his teeth and shakes his head brimming with curiosity as well. “I guess we'll find out” … “You look good in the suit Master” Hardin checks the time on his Rolex watch and frowns. “We don't have much time left. We're leaving now. Where is Layla? I still need her as my plus one” Hardin goes down the stairs with his butler, Sebastian, closely behind him. “She will be down in a minute” Hardin lets out a sigh and chunks down a glass of whiskey. It should be a night he would never forget. “Sorry for keeping you waiting sir” Hardin watches Layla rush down the stairs in her blue evening gown looking elegant. “You know how much I hate tardiness, Miss Hart” “I am sorry sir” Hardin walks away with Layla following closely behind. They get into his Lamborghini and he looks at the time on his watch. “Tick. Tock” Hardin says in a stoic voice as he watches the little hand on his watch tick. “Drive” … The members of the elite society only contained the richest people in town. It was a society for the wealthy and one that was extremely hard to get into. The party is filled with laughter from different elite members coming from wealth. They hosted a gathering once in a while and tonight, it was to announce the arrival of their newest member. “Oh, Karina! Congratulations on your succession. I'm sure you were just dying to get your hands on your father's inheritance” Karina frowns at the woman in front of her. Addison was the daughter of a wealthy family and their parents were business partners but Karina loathed Addison and her little group of friends. With a sigh, she manages to put on a fake smile. “Of course I am. How is your father? I heard he isn't feeling so well” Karina spoke with a tone filled with mockery. Addison gripped the glass of champagne with so much force and a murderous look in her eyes. “I hope he gets well soon. Without him, you're nothing” “Excuse me?!!” Karina chuckles. “Karina!” Dario's voice calls out to Karina gesturing for her to meet some guests. “Oh, it's a pity I have to leave now. My husband is waiting for me and oh Addison?” Addison looks up at Karina with her eyes filled with fury. If she didn't hold herself back she was ready to pounce on her within any second. “My name is Mrs Scott. Learn to address me properly” Karina scowls before strutting away to her husband's arm leaving a very fuming Addison. … “It's time” Dario takes a nervous breath. It was the first time he would be standing on the stage and addressing everyone. His presence would be popularly known amongst the members. It made him feel nervous and excited to have such an opportunity. “Good evening my fellow Elites. I'm glad we were all about to get together once again to celebrate and have fun. For most of you that might not know me my name is Dario Scott. CEO of H.D Company” The room is filled with brief claps. Karina stands with a huge smirk on her face feeling proud of her husband. “First of all, I'd like to thank you for giving me this great opportunity to welcome our newest elite member. It is truly an honour to be selected as a member of the elite club. One that can only be a dream for many and that is why we ensure to take our time to make our members feel very special and welcomed so much that they would never forget this precious day” An envelope is handed to him to announce the newest member. “Now everyone, let's raise our glasses as we welcome our newest member of the elite society, Hardin Richardson!” Cheers erupt from the guests as a figure in glasses makes his way to the podium. Dario claps and steps down as Hardin climbs the stage. Karina grips his arm. “I wonder who it is. Why is he wearing sunglasses at night?” She spoke with a hint of worry in her voice. Hardin slowly takes off his glasses and smiles widely. A sudden gasp is heard from Karina and she drops her glass to the floor causing it to shatter in pieces. It was as if she had seen a ghost. Dario's mouth hung open as he frowned with confusion. Karina gripped Dario's arm. “W-What the hell is going on?!” Hardin grins widely at their reactions from the stage. “Good evening ladies and gentlemen My name is Hardin Richardson and it is with great honour that I accept your warm welcome. From today I look forward to life in the elite society. I hope we all get along” Hardin says while keeping eye contact with a terrified Dario and Karina. “Cheers” Hardin raises his glass. “Cheers!”
Previous Chapter
Related Chapters
The Revenge Quest Chapter 5 -Jane Smith
“No!!!!”Karina shoves the bottles of perfume on her dresser to the floor. They all smash into pieces and she stares at her disheveled state as anger coursed through her veins. “Karina! What the hell are you doing?!”Dario scolds feeling angry himself. Karina scoffs. “Didn't you see that bastard at the party! Didn't you see how well-dressed he was looking?! That damn smug look on his face! He came to daunt us I'm so mad!”Dario lets out a deep sigh as he sits on the bed silently fuming. “I can't believe he made his way into the elite society and what? Did he change his name? How could it be that he acquired all that wealth?”Karina glares at Dario. “Why didn't you figure out he was released already?! He was meant to be there for five fucking years Dario! How the hell is he out?!”Dario rises to his feet and grips Karina's shoulders. “Calm down Karina! Pull yourself together! Don't turn into a mess because of that bastard”Karina pushes him away. “Then you need to do something an
The Revenge Quest Chapter 6 - The Beginning of a Battle
“What?! Who the hell is back?!”Luke Hamilton, Karina's older brother had almost spat out his drink once his sister broke the news of Hardin's return to him. Karina sighs, sipping her glass of cold wine to help her stay sane. Lule places a hand over his forehead. “Oh Damn! This is bad. He wasn't supposed to be out until like five years. How the hell is he out?”Karina looked so drained that she spoke in a calm tone. She had to struggle to accept the fact it was not all a dream and Hardin had actually come back. “He was granted bail”Luke frowns. “By who?”Karina sighs. “By his father”Luke lets out a short-lived laugh. “Father? Karina, are you forgetting that bastard is a dirty orphan?”Karina cursed under her breath as her wine finished. “I need more”Luke takes away the bottle from her. “What? You're going to day drink and drown yourself in alcohol till your death because of that idiot?”Karina glares at her brother. “You really haven't realized how much of a nightmare this
The Revenge Quest Chapter 7 - The Suspect
“Thank you for your help with the investors Travis”Hardin shakes hands with his childhood friend Travis whom he had grown up with at the orphanage. He was now a police officer. “It's nothing at all. I am super glad I could be of help”Travis suddenly gets a call and he gets up after it ends.“It looks like I have an emergency to take care of being a cop and all. However, you should let me know if you need help in any way. I'm here for you”Hardin smiled. He was finally getting enough Allies. A few minutes after Travis exits the office, Layla rushes in with a look of panic on her face. “Sir! There's an emergency”Hardin sighs. “Calm down and tell me what it is”Layla catches her breath.“Attorney Park was involved in an accident”Hardin gets up. “What?!”…Hardin stared at Attorney Park who lay on the hospital bed covered in bandages. Luckily he had surgery and he was alive. The doctors were focusing on his condition. Hardin receives a call. “Hello, Detective Kim?”Hardin sits
The Revenge Quest Chapter 8 - Busted
“That fucking ex-convict. How dare he take what is mine?!”Karina rolls her eyes. “So what do you plan to do? Take him down? You must have a decent plan right?”Karina spoke while filing her nails. “Just wait and see. I'll get back what is mine and most of all I will teach that bastard a lesson and send him back to where he came from”Luke chuckles. “He comes out from jail and starts acting all high and mighty? It's only a matter of time until he ends up there once again”Karina scoffs. “Are you that daft? Do you think it'll be easy to take him down so easily like before? He had so much money and power now. Don't you still get it?!”Karina sighs, feeling frustrated with her brother. “Don't go doing anything silly that you can't handle. Hardin must be smart enough to have gotten into the elite club and make it to the top so quickly. You should be cautious about him”“Don’t worry about me. I have a meeting now with the investors so I'll be taking my leave”“Goodluck brother”Luke c
The Revenge Quest Chapter 9 - A Sister's Secret
“What the hell?”Luke reads the words on the letter. ‘'TURN YOURSELF IN YOU DRUG ADDICT”Angered, he crumples the paper in his hand. What? Did Hardin start threatening him? “How dare he do this to me? I already promised I will do it”Luke scratches his hair in frustration. As if beating him up was not enough. Was Hardin also threatening him as well? Luke needed to do something before he will go down but how was he going to get any information on his sister? How could he actually betray her? A knock is heard on the door startling Luke. He takes in a deep breath and lays down still feeling intense pain all over his body. “Come in”Dario walks in with a smile on his face dressed in a suit and standing confidently as he towered over Luke. “Can you be honest with me Luke? You know I consider you like my little brother"Luke scoffs. "Don't. You already have an abandoned brother"Dario smirks and leans closer to Luke. "Did Hardin really beat you to a pulp?”Luke glares at Dario. “
The Revenge Quest Chapter 10 - Threats
Luke was doomed. He was caught red handed. How was he going to get himself out of this? Even his own sister didn't know about his drug trafficking history or that he was an addict and he wasn't going to confess now. Luke let's out a nervous laugh. “Karina. You're awake?”Karina had a cold expression on her face as she walked down to Luke and grabbed the file out of his hand. “Answer me Luke. What the fuck are you doing here? Why are you going through my stuff?!”Luke lets out a sigh and stands confident.“Why are you so on edge? Are you hiding something?”Karina scoffed. “I asked you a question brother. Why did you sneak into my room and come for this?”“I was drunk. I had too many drinks with Dario and lost my way to your room thinking it's the wine cellar and I stumbled upon this room. So I was curious”Karina takes a step closer to her brother glaring daggers at him. “You stumbled? No one knows about this room not even my husband! So I find it very hard to believe you ‘’stumb
The Revenge Quest Chapter 11 - Siblings at War
“He is being threatened?”Hardin had met with Detective Kim to help provide him some answers. It wasn't any of Hardin's business if Luke was being threatened. It's not like he had a record of good doings. He was a cruel man who did shady things and it wouldn't be a surprise if he had any enemies but why did he accuse Hardin instead? “Do you know what the letter said?”Hardin had already thought about it but from what Luke has said the threat must have been related to his drug trafficking. That should be the only reason why Luke would come for him. But who else could have known of it? “I have no idea. Look into Luke's whereabouts and the people he is meeting. Report to me if you find anything suspicious. I don't know if he is putting on an act but I don't want to be dragged into this”“Yes sir. I'll make sure I do my best”…“Tell me what the hell you were doing in there!”Luke rolls his eyes at his sister. He was somehow hoping she would have forgotten about what she saw but she w
The Revenge Quest Chapter 12- A Game of Golf
Hardin had gotten an unexpected call on a Saturday morning. One he hadn't looked forward to getting. “Isn't it a bright day Hardin?”Hardin clenches his fist underneath the table as he looked Dario in the eyes. He couldn't shake off the pain he felt when he looked at him. When he has been in prison the image of Dario betraying him in court constantly played in his head and he wondered why the person he considered to be his brother would do such to him. He gave him hope and then smashed it into pieces. Hardin despised him gravely. “Why did you call me out here?”Dario had invited Hardin to a golf course. “You remember we used to love playing golf when we were younger"Dario hits the ball and it rolls into the hole while Hardin stood there unfazed. Hardin couldn't remember anything even if he wanted to. He had chosen to erase all memories he shared with Dario from his heart. If it was never there then it meant the memories never existed in the first place. Hardin saw Dario as no
Latest Chapter
- The Revenge Quest
Chapter 50 - The Poisoning and Heist
~Flashback~Noah stared at Hardin’s body sprawled on the kitchen floor, his heart pounding in his chest. The only sound was the distant ticking of the clock, a stark reminder that time was slipping away. Hardin lay motionless, his face pale and breath shallow. Noah’s stomach twisted with a mixture of panic and exhilaration. The man who had always overshadowed him was now vulnerable, and it was all part of his plan.He felt a rush of adrenaline as he knelt beside Hardin, his mind racing. This was the moment he had been waiting for—an opportunity to escape the suffocating grip of his boss. Noah had been planning this for weeks, watching Hardin closely, studying his habits, waiting for the perfect moment to strike. And now, with the project launch looming, he had finally taken action.Noah stood up, glancing toward the door, ensuring no one was coming. He needed to move quickly. The chaos would provide cover for his departure. It was time to execute the second part of his plan. He sprint
- The Revenge Quest
Chapter 49: Dario's Triumph...Or So he thinks
Dario was sitting in his sleek office, sipping a glass of whiskey when his phone rang. The number was unfamiliar, but something told him to pick up.“Hello?” His voice was smooth, but the sharpness in his tone hinted at impatience.On the other end, a soft, professional voice replied, “Mr. Dario, I’m calling from St. Mark’s Hospital. I thought you’d like to know—Hardin is in a coma. He was poisoned, and his condition is critical.”The nurse’s words hit Dario like a bolt of lightning, but he quickly composed himself, letting a slow grin spread across his face.“Is that so?” he replied calmly, but inside, excitement bubbled up like lava. “Thank you for informing me. I’ll make sure to… send my condolences.”He hung up the phone, staring out of the large office window with a look of satisfaction. Hardin in a coma? It was too perfect, almost like a gift falling into his lap. With Hardin out of the way, nothing would stop him from seizing control.Downing the rest of his whiskey, Dario stoo
- The Revenge Quest
Chapter 48 - The Shock Discovery
Layla stood in the middle of Hardin’s luxurious living room, adjusting her sleek evening dress for what seemed like the hundredth time. She glanced at her watch, impatience growing with every second. The launch event was just around the corner, and Hardin still hadn’t come down from his room.“Where is he?” she muttered under her breath, pacing slightly.She walked to the bottom of the grand staircase and called out, “Hardin? Are you ready? We’re going to be late!”There was no response.Layla frowned, her heartbeat quickening with unease. Hardin was never the type to make people wait, especially not for something as important as his project launch. He should’ve been down by now, dressed to impress like always.After a few moments of silence, she called his name again, louder this time. “Hardin?”Still nothing.A sinking feeling settled in her stomach. Layla’s mind raced with possibilities, but she quickly brushed them aside. He was probably just preoccupied, working on last-minute pr
- The Revenge Quest
Chapter 47- A Dangerous Sip
The afternoon sun hung low in the sky, casting a warm, golden hue over the city as Hardin stood at the edge of the grand event hall, watching his crew make the final preparations for the launch. Everything was coming together—the grand stage had been set, the investors were already buzzing about the project, and Hardin was determined that tonight would be his night.Next to him stood Layla, her brow furrowed as she meticulously reviewed the checklist in her hands. She had been his right-hand throughout this entire process, ensuring every detail was in place. As his secretary, Layla had always kept her emotions in check, but today, even she seemed nervous.“Catering’s done, stage lights are set” Layla muttered as she scanned the list. “Security is doubled, and the guest list is confirmed. What’s left is just the final sound check. I think we’re ready.”Hardin nodded, but the tension in his gut hadn’t loosened. After the sabotage with the cables and discovering the mole in his team, h
- The Revenge Quest
Chapter 46 - The Invite
The dimly lit bar was quiet except for the low hum of jazz music playing in the background. Jane sat at a small table near the back, her fingers absentmindedly tracing the rim of her wine glass as she waited. The invitation card Hardin had sent her sat on the table in front of her, mocking her with its pristine white edges and elegant calligraphy. She had no intention of going, but it still irked her to receive it.A few minutes later, Dario strode in, his usual confident smirk in place. He spotted Jane instantly and made his way to her, sliding into the seat across from her with a grin. "I got your message. What’s so important that you couldn’t wait until tomorrow?"Jane, without saying a word, flicked the invitation card toward him. Dario raised an eyebrow as he picked it up, his eyes scanning the embossed text. He chuckled, tossing the card back onto the table."Ah, Hardin’s project launch. So, he sent you an invite. What’s the problem?"Jane let out an exasperated sigh and took a
- The Revenge Quest
Chapter 45 - Sabotage in Motion
Hardin stood at the head of the table, the tension in the room thick as he waited for everyone to settle in. Layla, Natalie, and Travis all sat around him, their expressions a mix of concern and focus. The events of the day weighed heavily on them, especially after the near-death experience with the chandelier and the sabotage that had already put the project launch at risk.Hardin begins. "I’ve gathered you all here because I believe we have a serious problem on our hands." His voice was steady, but there was a sharp edge to it. "This sabotage—it’s not random. I have reason to suspect that Dario and Karina are behind it.”Layla shifted in her seat, glancing around the room before speaking. "It makes sense. Dario’s been desperate to get ahead, and Karina has a grudge, especially after what happened to her brother. If anyone has a reason to sabotage the launch, it’s them."Natalie, who had been quietly listening, crossed her arms, her journalist instincts kicking in.Natalie nods.
- The Revenge Quest
Chapter 44 - Crisis Before the Curtain
Hardin paced the vast hall of the event venue where his project launch was to be held the next day. The place buzzed with workers running back and forth, setting up lights, arranging tables, and ensuring everything was in perfect order. The event was crucial for him—it marked the launch of his new business venture that could shift the entire market. Investors, business moguls, and media outlets were all expected to attend.Hardin had spent weeks planning every detail. The project was too important to fail. He had thought of everything—except, perhaps, for sabotage.Just as he was double-checking the final arrangements with his assistant, a crew member rushed over, his face pale with panic.The crew member was out of breath "Mr. Richard, we’ve got a problem."Hardin frowned, sensing trouble. His heart raced a bit faster as he asked. "What is it?"Crew member swallowed nervously. "The main cables... someone cut them. The entire power system for the launch presentation is down. It’ll
- The Revenge Quest
Chapter 43 - Matters of the Heart
Natalie walked into Hardin’s home office with her laptop tucked under her arm, her steps purposeful. She had spent the entire weekend digging through sources, tracking down every piece of information she could find on Dario. Today, she was ready to hand over what could be the breakthrough Hardin needed.Hardin was sitting at his desk, his eyes focused on a stack of papers in front of him, but he looked up when she entered. His expression shifted from tiredness to curiosity.Natalie smiles widely. "I’ve got something you’ll want to see."She pulled out her laptop, placing it on his desk, and opened a file filled with emails, financial documents, and incriminating information. Hardin leaned forward, scanning through the pages. His brows furrowed, then a slow smile crept onto his face.Hardin looked impressed. "This is good, Natalie. Really good. How did you even get all this?"Natalie smirks widely feeling proud of herself. "I have my ways. Dario’s been covering his tracks, but not
- The Revenge Quest
Chapter 42 - Crossing Paths
Karina sat at the café, her polished nails tapping nervously on the marble table. She was waiting for someone she had thought of as not only a close friend but also a potential savior for her company: Angela Matthews. They had known each other for years, and Karina had counted on this meeting to secure Angela as a shareholder for her struggling business after Luke’s arrest had caused a loss of investors.Angela arrived, all smiles and pleasantries at first, and they exchanged the usual small talk. But as soon as the conversation turned to business, the atmosphere shifted.Karina smiles widely. "I think you'd be a great fit as a shareholder, Angela. We've always worked so well together, and I know you trust me."Angela glanced down at her coffee, stirring it quietly before speaking. She clears her throat awkwardly. "Karina... I really wish I could help. I mean, I want to... but, given everything going on with Luke—"Karina interrupts. "That has nothing to do with the business. Luke
