Althon took the snake outside the room, placed the beast into a large barrel, and sealed it tightly. When he entered the room, all the candidates were reading the message. "I have put the snake in a large barrel. Stay away from the barrel and never open the lid." Althon checked his cell phone. A sound came from the shore. The candidates rushed out, seeing a ship pull up. Eric and his subordinates descended the stairs. "Good morning, candidates. I'm sorry that I couldn't wake you up. I had to go somewhere with my subordinates. Have you had breakfast?" asked Eric as he approached the candidates. The candidates looked relieved when they saw him and his subordinates. However, they were curious because they had not seen Paul and his guards since arriving on the island. "We had breakfast, sir," Lily said. "I'm very relieved to hear that. I certainly want to make sure you are satisfied during your selection. After all, the good name of the Star Company must be well maintained."Paul wa
"You haven't answered my question, asshole! Who are you, and how did you get my cell phone number?" Adam clenched his fists tightly. "Answer my question!""I'm sure you know me, sir."Adam pondered for a long time, walking into the room. "Tell me now, or I'll find you and ....""I'll be waiting downtown at midnight tonight. It would help if you came alone. I'll give you the details an hour before the meeting.""What an asshole!" Adam grunted in annoyance as the caller hung up. "He didn't tell me who he was even though I asked him many times."Adam paused, scanning the room for some time. He glanced at the drawers, hurrying to find something. "That man's voice made me think of someone."Adam opened one drawer after another, turning to the cupboards and safe boxes. "Where did I keep that thing? How could I forget?"Adam left the room and entered the secret room. He opened drawer after drawer, smiling when he saw a photo album. Adam sat on the sofa, opening one by one until he found a
"I don't understand what you mean, sir. I didn't keep anything secret. I'm sure you know I followed Mr. Paul's orders," Eric explained. Ali clenched his fists tightly. "I will not spare a traitor.""And I have betrayed no one. I am loyal to Master Anthony as well as to Master Paul. If you accuse me of treason, you must show proof."Ali watched Eric intently. "I know Mr. Paul is acting strange. He's hiding something, and that's not what he should be doing, especially if it's to the detriment of Young Master and Master Anthony.""I'm not treasonous. I'm just doing my duty. You certainly know what I did while I was in this place."Ali pressed the button on her watch. The holographic screen instantly opened, showing Paul's face. "Don't test my patience, sir.""Eric has nothing to do with our problem, Ali. Please don't interfere with his work. Once the selection is complete, we will talk. Be patient.""That's taking too long. I want you to talk now.""Unfortunately, I can't do that. If yo
Taka said nothing as he walked towards the house. He occasionally glanced at Adam and Aram, acting calm. Adam surveyed the house. It was neither too big nor too small, neither too fancy nor too ordinary.Adam paused at the door, letting out a long breath. He entered the house after Taka opened the door. The house was quiet, the ticking of a clock in the middle of the silence. Adam surveyed the room. “I don't see any photos there. Is this Taka's house? I'm guessing he wanted to give us a clue as to Arthur's whereabouts.”Adam clenched his fists tightly. “I sent troops to spy on Arnold, Aaron, and Andy. They sent troops to look for Arthur's confidants. I understand why Taka is acting so cautiously. He didn't want to create conflict between me and Arnold, Aaron, and Andy. However, I'm still annoyed with Taka.”“Follow me, sir. Unfortunately, your subordinates are not following us. I will guarantee your safety,” Taka said as he walked towards the stairs. Adam was silent for a moment, g
Arnold was busy checking documents. He occasionally glanced at the window, making sure the shooting did not happen again. He became panicked and frightened whenever he heard any sound from the window. Arnold received a call from his subordinate, remaining focused on the laptop screen. “What do you want from me?”“I want to relay important information, sir. My troops managed to capture some people who were subordinates of one of the late Mr. Arthur's confidants. They said that a few days ago a group of people came to the building looking for their boss. That group is most likely Master Anthony's troops looking for the late Mr. Arthur's confidants.”Arnold glared, scrambling to his feet. He grunted in annoyance as his feet suddenly stepped towards the window. “Did your troops manage to capture Arthur's confidants?”“My troops are still pursuing them, sir.”“You bastard! Don't irritate me with your stupid performance! I want to hear the news about the capture of Arthur's confidants as s
All candidates gathered in the main room five minutes later. Although they had to endure sleepiness, they were happy that the exam started immediately. They were already getting tired of being in this place. Eric and his bodyguards were already in the main room, observing all the candidates. "I know you are the ones who deserve to be in the final eight. I'm going to give you a bit of an idea. Although many of you will fail to become the CEO of Star Company, you have a great opportunity to work with the Leander family in the future. I hope what I just said doesn't make you feel inferior and give up."The candidates nodded."I'll tell you about the fifth exam." Eric signaled a subordinate. A man held a glass bowl with many balls in it."You must pick up one ball in the glass bowl. Once you open that ball, your test will begin. However, you can only open the ball in the morning. If you violate this, you will be disqualified immediately.""When you open the ball, I'll know right away." E
"They're on their way to this place, Master," Alan replied. Adam instantly refrained from shouting. Remembering what Arnold, Aaron, and Andy had done to Arthur, his family, and Anthony made him furious. "Those three monsters should be punished immediately. I'm so sick of just hearing their names," he muttered. "Grandpa!" shouted Austin and Alice when they saw Abraham suddenly sway. They immediately restrained their grandfather's body swiftly. "I think I need to rest for a while." Abraham laughed, suddenly unconscious afterward.Adam immediately laid Abraham down on the bed. Several doctors soon entered the room to check the man's condition. Adam, Austin, and Alice looked worried. "Dad is pushing himself too hard. He was so worried about Uncle Anthony that he didn't care about his condition," Adam said.Adam, Austin, and Alice left and gathered in the main room. They were silent for a long time, looking worried. "I want to take a little walk. Can you guys look after Dad for me?" A
The candidates arrived at the venue almost simultaneously. They immediately took the second exam as best they could. They were still guessing what would happen next, considering they had previously been on a foreign island. Althon worked as well as he could, even though he was worried about Anthony again. The nightmare kept haunting him. He would never forgive himself if Anthony died before seeing him destroy his three uncles. Althon let out a long breath when he accidentally dropped a glass. He pondered for a while, clenching his fists tightly. "Grandpa promised to see me claim my rights and my father's rights as heir. He will not break his promise."The rain poured down heavily, followed by thunderous lightning and a strong wind. Arthur watched the raindrops on the window, turning his head as Adele entered the room. He suddenly worried about Anthony, and his worry grew even more when Taka sent him a message."You seem very tense right now. Has something happened?" asked Adele as