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The Rise Of Jonathan Hazel CH. 31 (Threats and warnings)
Jonathan and Bernard were having a conversation in the office, discussing work-related matters and catching up on the latest news. The case involving the death of Jacob Jackson was gradually dying down, and Jonathan was slowly gaining back the trust of the members of board of Skytop and the entire Hazel’s Empire.Suddenly, Bernard's phone rang, displaying an unknown caller ID. Curiosity piqued, Bernard answered the call, not expecting the turn it would take. He and Jonathan had noticed that strange numbers had been calling them often lately, and he couldn’t help but wonder if it was another call regarding Jacob’s accident."Hello?" The voice at the end greeted, and Bernard immediately recognized the voice as the voice of his daughter.“Hello, Michelle,” Bernard responded, relieved to hear his daughter's voice on the other end, as he let out a smile even if he couldn’t help but wonder why his daughter had decided to call him with an unknown number when there was a landline telephone th
The Rise Of Jonathan Hazel CH. 32 (Just the Beginning)
Jonathan entered into his car so as to visit Bernard who had called him earlier to inform him that his wife was in the hospital, but as he fixed in the key, and ignited the engine, the car sputtered, coughing like a drying old man.Jonathan couldn't hide the surprise that watched over him, wondering what was happening. That was the same car he had driven down to the office when he arrived and the car had just been taken for maintenance just few hours back.He stepped out of the car, opening the bonnet, just to see if he could detect what was wrong, and why it had refused to start, when suddenly his phone buzzed with an incoming call, from an anonymous caller.Anonymous callers were becoming too many lately and it was already getting him concerned. He felt it was time to have his line restricted to only a few callers to put an end to these anonymous callers who kept calling him.Since the death of Mr. Jacob Jackson, things have become all so messy that he just wished there was somethin
The Rise Of Jonathan Hazel CH. 33 (Time to break free)
Via decided to confide in her mother about the mysterious message she received the previous night. She sat down with her mother, pouring out the details of the unsettling experience."Mom, something really strange happened last night. I received this mysterious message, and it's been weighing on my mind. I don't know what to do."“What’s the message about?” Roseline asked.“It’s a threat that I should stop digging into the secrets of the Hazel’s empire, and I don’t know if I should tell Jonathan about it,” Via replied.“You know what dear,” Roseline said, placing a comforting hand on Via’s shoulders. “I feel it's important to share this with Jonathan."Via hesitated, but considered her mother's advice."You're right, Mom. I should tell Jonathan.” Via replied. “The Hazel’s empire is being controlled by him, and you’re right. He deserves to know,”“Yeah,” Roseline offered Via a reassuring smile, before leaving to attend to some of her other important stuffs.After the brief conversation
The Rise Of Jonathan Hazel CH. 34 (Sign these documents!)
Jonathan's phone suddenly rang, interrupting his thoughts. He quickly picked it up and saw a video message from an unknown number. Curiosity piqued, he opened the video to see Nicholas placing an audio recorder in his flower vase. Jonathan's eyes widened in surprise and confusion.“What the...? Nicholas, what are you up to?” His voice filled with a mix of curiosity and concern, Jonathan couldn't help but wonder why Nicholas would be placing an audio recorder in his flower vase. He walked over to the vase, peering intently, and sure enough, he found it hidden among the flowers. Anger began to bubble up inside him.“Nicholas, what is the meaning of this? Why are you spying on me?” His voice laced with anger and frustration, Jonathan couldn't understand why Nicholas would invade his privacy like this. He felt betrayed and wanted answers.He walked furiously to his door, opening it he bellows “Get over here right now, Nicholas! We need to have a serious talk.”******** As Via hurriedly m
The Rise Of Jonathan Hazel CH. 35 (Business is business)
Jonathan's hand trembled slightly as he picked up the pen ready to sign the document, agreeing to Nicholas's demands. Just then, the chief security officer and a couple of police officers stormed in and salvaged the situation preventing the unimaginable from happening."I'll make sure I get Skytop back from you," Nicholas shouted as the police officers dragged him out."Thank you Via," Jonathan said as watched Nicholas being dragged out. Via had swiftly texted the C.S.O when Nicholas was confronting Jonathan and that was what led to the timely arrival of the police.Jonathan leaned on his executive chair, his mind still reeling from the encounter. He couldn't believe what had just transpired. The weight of the situation settled heavily on his shoulders, leaving him stunned and unsure of what to do next.Suddenly, his phone rang, jolting him out of his thoughts. He quickly checked the caller ID and saw that it was Bernard calling. His heart raced as he answered the call, wondering wha
The Rise Of Jonathan Hazel CH. 36 (Saving Bernard's daughter)
Bernard’s daughter, Michelle let out a loud cry which echoed through the night as the men who had abducted her tried to force her into their car, but their sinister plan was suddenly disrupted by the arrival of another vehicle, its tyres screeching as it came to a stop.The men had received a call from their boss earlier who had told them that the police had located their hideout, and they needed to flee before they close in on them and apprehend all of them.Jonathan had called Bernard to inform him too that they finally know where his daughter was and that the police are already planning to invade the place, and rescue Michelle.The information about Michelle had come to Jonathan immediately after Ryan had left his office. Koeman had called him to tell him that no matter what happens, he should never give in to the demands of Nicholas and that of his cousin Ryan.“What do you know about all these? Who are you really?” Jonathan had tried to press but the call immediately ended. Jonat
The Rise Of Jonathan Hazel CH. 37 (Unravelling more secrets)
The streets outside were bustling with the usual city energy, but Jonathan couldn't help but feel a sense of vulnerability as he made his way home. Bernard’s wife had finally been discharged from the hospital, and he had given him time to be with her and their daughter Michelle. With everything that was happening, he decided to take a stroll round the city's street, as a way to clear his mind of all the things that were weighing heavily on his shoulders. It would be the first time in a long while that he'll be taking such strolls since he took over the Hazel's empire. It made him miss the good old days when he didn't have much to worry about—the days when he had nothing to protect and didn’t have to drag other people into his problems. All his life, he had thought that having money and power would make his life better, but only now had he begun to realize that he was wrong. Since he took over the Hazel’s empire, his life had really changed. He had made more enemies within the few
The Rise Of Jonathan Hazel CH. 38 (The Hazel's Empire's vaults)
That same night, Jonathan decided to visit his grandfather’s secret vault within the empire. Having turned around in his bed, and unable to get any sleep, he decided to confirm for himself if what the strange caller had told him over the phone was true.The IAS was beginning to appear more than he had envisaged, and with each new revelation unfolding by the day, he decided he’d look deeper into it, and to find out for real what it had to do with the whole of the Hazel’s empire and how it was connected to the death of his father.Throwing off the blanket which he was using to cover himself, he swung his legs over the side of the bed, his feet dangling in the darkness. The weight of everything that was happening was becoming too much on him, but he knew this wasn’t the right time to quit—not until he has found all the answers to the questions that were bothering him.He dressed quickly and quietly, changing from his pajamas, his hands shaking with uncertainty. He knew he had to be caref
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CH. 52 (An unexpected invite)
CHAPTER 52 "Bernard, I don't know how to handle this situation. Finding out about my dad's death makes me want to dig more into the past, I really want to know about this empire left to me.” Jonathan began as he and Bernard sat alone in the Jonathan’s office staring at the computer screen.They had both been together celebrating Jonathan’s engagement with Via. Other employees had also joined in the celebration each congratulating Jonathan and looking forward to the wedding.It was in the midst of the celebration, that Jonathan received an anonymous email in his computer. “The IAS are monitoring every of your movement, and they hold the missing piece of the puzzle regarding the death of your father.Immediately Jonathan received the email, he dismissed the rest of the employees, and, when he was alone with Bernard, he made him read the email.The two of them remained still wondering who could have sent the mail as the email address of the sender was hidden and couldn’t be trace—enough
CH. 51 (A surprise proposal)
CHAPTER 51The restaurant was bathed in the soft, golden glow of candlelight, its elegant chandeliers casting flickering reflections across polished silverware and crystal glasses. The air carried the delicate aroma of gourmet dishes, blending with the gentle hum of conversation and the occasional clink of cutlery against fine china. It was an intimate setting—one of warmth and understated luxury—perfect for an evening neither Jonathan nor Via would ever forget.Jonathan sat across from Via, his sharp navy-blue suit accentuating his composed demeanor, though his fingers betrayed his nervous anticipation as they subtly drummed against the table. Via, resplendent in a flowing emerald dress that brought out the striking green in her eyes, noticed his slight restlessness but assumed it was merely lingering exhaustion from the past few months of struggle.Despite the troubles surrounding the Hazel’s empire, Jonathan had taken this time out to feel the love that only Via’s presence had to o
CH. 50 (A marriage deal)
CHAPTER 50Elina sat in the dimly lit living room, her fingers curled tightly around the edge of the couch. The muted glow of the television flickered against the walls, but the images on the screen only added to the weight pressing against her chest. Beside her, her mother, Patricia, sat stiffly, her face pale and drawn as she watched the news unfold. It was a grim scene—headlines flashed across the screen, painting a sordid tale of betrayal and justice.Elina had tried to prepare herself for this moment, but no amount of preparation could soften the brutal truth. Her father was alive. Alive. After all those times of mourning him, believing the tragic lies fed to her, she now knew the truth. And not only was he alive, but he had been dragged into the headlines, arrested, and publicly shamed. Because of her mother.Feeling the walls close in on her, she reached for the remote and switched off the TV. The silence that followed was deafening. She turned slowly toward Patricia, her voice
Chapter 49 (Uncle Philip is back)
Jonathan parked his car in front of his house, his mind still preoccupied with the IAS and the secrets that seemed to be buried beyond his reach. The weight of his father’s mysterious death, the hidden agendas surrounding Hazel Empire, and the silent war waged in the shadows gnawed at him. He knew he was on the verge of something huge, but at what cost?As he stepped inside, an unusual sight greeted him—his cousins, Ryan and Peter, sat in the living room, deep in conversation with a man he had never seen before. The air was thick with tension, and every instinct in Jonathan's body screamed that something was off.His eyes locked onto the stranger, who leaned back on the couch with an air of practiced ease, sipping what appeared to be whiskey from an expensive-looking glass.“Hey, guys. What's going on here?” Jonathan asked, his gaze shifting between his cousins and the man who had made himself at home in their house.Ryan barely spared him a glance, his expression unreadable, while Pe
CHAPTER 48 (Dropping charges)
Elina anxiously by her mother's side at the hospital, relieved that she had regained consciousness. Wanting answers, she mustered the courage to ask her mother the burning question that had been haunting her. Why had she heard her dad's voice on her phone?With a mix of concern and confusion, Elina looked into her mother's eyes, waiting for an explanation. The room fell silent, the air heavy with anticipation, as her mother took a deep breath and began to speak.“I had only found out a week ago, Elina. I got a strange call from a number and it turned out to be your dad, I was surprised but then he asked me not to reveal this to anyone. He didn't tell me anything about his plan Elina, trust me.” She said her eyes teary, her voice cracked as she talked.Elina paced back and forth, her mind racing to process the shocking revelations. As she tried to gather her thoughts, her ringtone pierced through the air, snapping her back to reality. Startled, she quickly rummaged through her bag, ret
CHAPTER 47 (A cryptic message)
Jonathan looked at Jacob, his eyes wide with disbelief. "How... how are you alive?" he stammered, unable to comprehend what he was seeing.Jacob smirked, avoiding the question entirely. "Well, well, well, look who we have here," he said, his voice dripping with a mix of amusement and triumph. “You've finally found me, Jonathan."Jonathan's heart raced as he tried to process Jacob's words. "Found you? What are you talking about?" he asked, his voice filled with a mixture of confusion and apprehension.“Yes you have, you found a dead man.” Jacob said, a grin across his face. Jacob's gaze hardened, and he took a step closer to Jonathan. "You think you can just come out of nowhere, take everything I have labored for all my years?" he spat, his voice laced with bitterness. "I'm the mystery man, Jonathan. I am the one behind everything that has befallen you, behind Via's gunshot, the rumors surrounding the Hazel Empire, and those cryptic messages you’ve been receiving."Jonathan's eyes wid
CH. 46 (Back from the dead)
CHAPTER 46Peter and Ryan sat in Peter's room, the tension choking in the air. Ryan's frustration was evident as he slammed his hand on the desk, expressing his anger over not being appointed chairman. "I can't believe this! How could they overlook me for the chairman position? I've worked so hard for this company, and they just brush me aside like that!" Peter tried to calm his brother down, speaking in a soothing tone. "I understand you're upset, Ryan, but getting angry won't solve anything. We need to figure out our next steps and move forward from here. Now we know that Jonathan would be wary of us, we need to be cautious.” Just then, Eva, their sister, entered the room. Sensing the tense atmosphere, she inquired about the problem. "What's going on, gentlemen? Why the long faces?" Ryan quickly filled her in on the disappointing outcome of the meeting, his frustration evident in his voice. “It's your god forsaken cousin Jonathan, he bribed the executives to vote for him in his
CH. 45 (A call from a dead man)
"Nicholas owns what again? How could this happen? What do you mean Elina? Why's he in possession of your all father's property that aren’t part of the properties limited to Skytop?” Patricia's voice had rose in panic, her tone laced with disbelief after she got to learn that the properties which Elina were talking about were not just those limited to the Skytop but everything that belonged to the Jacksons.Elina had reached out to touch her mother's hand, trying to calm her. "Mom, I told you he went to apologize to Jonathan yesterday, didn’t I? This was also part of what he was fighting for Mum. But we need to stay calm and figure this out together. Nicholas will be here tonight, and we can talk to him then."Patricia's panic had turned into anger as she stood up abruptly, her voice now filled with determination. "No, you need to bring him here right now. I need to speak with him immediately."Elina hesitated, unsure of how to handle her mother's sudden urgency. "But Mom, let's wait u
CH. 44 (The tiebreaking vote)
As Jonathan entered the conference room, he could feel the tension in the air. The executives' expressions grim, and their disappointment evident on their faces as they glance in his direction. Jonathan takes a deep breath and tries to maintain a composed demeanor as he takes his seat at the table.The CFO cleared his throat and began the meeting, his voice carrying a weight of disapproval. "Good morning, everyone. We have gathered here today to discuss the recent developments in our company's performance," he says, his tone somber.Jonathan shifts uncomfortably in his seat, feeling the weight of their collective disappointment. He braced himself for what is to come, knowing that he will have to face the consequences of his actions.The assistant CFO speaks next, her voice sharp with reproach. "Jonathan, we had high expectations from you, but since you took over the Hazel Empire, the results have been far from satisfactory. Can you explain what went wrong?"Jonathan cleared his throat
