Roland took a deep breath and tried to compose himself. He picked up his phone from the floor and tried to regain some sense of control. But his mind raced with possibilities, wondering what Alex was planning to do.As the car pulled up to the Lafayette Mansion, Roland thanked the chauffeur and driver before stepping out. He couldn't get Alex's threatening words out of his head, and he knew he had to be careful.Once he was inside, Roland went straight to his room. He poured himself a glass of water and sat down at his desk. He pulled out his notebook and started to make a list of all the things he needed to do to secure the company's future. He knew he had to be on guard because he couldn't trust Alex.Even when Alex was a big help to their father's condition, he still couldn't trust Alex.As he was deep in thought, Seraphina knocked on the door, "Young Master, dinner is served."Roland looked up, realizing that he had been lost in thought for hours. He stood up, stretched his ar
In the days that followed, Roland made good on his promise to take better care of himself. He took the time he needed to fully recover from his illness, something that had been long overdue.As he slowly regained his strength, Roland spent a lot of time reflecting on the events that had led up to his fight with Alex. He knew that he needed to be better prepared for any future attempts his half-brother might make to take over the family business.With that in mind, Roland began to focus more intently on his work. He set to task, making sure that every aspect of the company was being handled correctly. He met with key stakeholders, reviewed financial records, and ensured that everything was running smoothly.Throughout it all, Lucas continued to be a constant presence, always by his side and ready to lend a helping hand. Roland knew that he could count on Lucas for anything, and he valued the stability and reliability that his butler brought to his life.As the weeks and months pass
The car ride to the private hospital was tense, to say the least. Roland sat in the back seat, staring out the window with a scowl on his face. Beside him sat Butler Lucas and across from them sat the chauffeur and the driver.Butler Lucas tried to make small talk, but Roland was in no mood for it. He simply grunted in response and continued to stare out the window.When they arrived at the hospital, Roland angrily stormed out of the car, followed closely by Butler Lucas. The nurses at the front desk tried to greet them, but Roland ignored them and went straight to the ward where his father, Chairman Lafayette, was staying.His father was looking much healthier than the last time Roland had seen him, and he was happy to see his son. However, when he saw the look on Roland's face, he knew something was wrong."What's the matter, son?" he asked, as Roland pulled out an envelope.Roland thrust the envelope at his father, telling him to open it and read what was inside. Butler Lucas
The ride back to the Lafayette estate was quiet, as both Roland and Butler Lucas were lost in their own thoughts. As they pulled up to the front entrance, Butler Lucas turned to Roland."Young Master, I know this is a difficult time for you," he said. "But we need to be prepared for the legal battle ahead."Roland nodded grimly. "I know," he said. "But it's hard to believe that my own father would do this to me."Butler Lucas nodded sympathetically. "Family dynamics can be complicated," he said. "But we need to focus on the legalities of this situation."As they stepped out of the car, they were greeted by the sound of barking dogs and the sight of the Lafayette family staff running frantically around the property."What's going on?" Roland asked, as he rushed towards the commotion.One of the staff members approached him, panting heavily. "There's been a security breach, sir," he said. "We don't know who's responsible."Roland took a deep breath, his adrenaline pumping. "Get the sec
The next day, Butler Lucas arrived at the Lafayette estate early in the morning from the private hospital, ready to meet with Roland and discuss their legal strategy. He found Roland sitting in the study, looking tired but determined."Good morning, young master," Butler Lucas said, as he took a seat opposite Roland.Roland nodded. "Good morning," he said. "I've been thinking about how we're going to approach this."Butler Lucas pulled out his legal pad, ready to take notes. "Let's hear it," he said.Roland took a deep breath. "First, I want to contest my father's decision to give the company to Alex. I don't think it's fair, and I don't think he's the right person to lead the company."Butler Lucas nodded. "That's a good starting point," he said. "We can file a legal challenge against your father's decision."Roland leaned forward, his eyes flashing. "And I want to make sure that Alex pays for what he's done," he said. "Stealing confidential documents is a serious offense, and I wan
The private hospital room was dimly lit, with only the warm glow of sunlight trickling in through the sheer curtains. Roland stood at the doorway, his eyes fixated on his father who was sat up in his bed, eating his meal. He had never seen his father like this; frail and depleted. Despite everything, there was still a sense of power and authority that radiated from the Chairman.Butler Lucas was already in the room, standing awkwardly next to the bed. Roland could feel his fingers curl into a tight fist at his side. He didn't know how he could face him after what he did."Please, do have a seat," Chairman Lafayette gestured to the chair in front of him. Roland slowly made his way to it, his eyes never leaving his father's face. "I have to apologize, Roland. To you and to Butler."Roland raised an eyebrow, his eyes flickering to Butler for a moment. "Apologize? For what?""For everything. For putting you in a position where you had to fight for the company, for not recognizing you
Roland had been driving for hours, his mind racing with thoughts of how to expand the company. He had a lot of things to think about, and the long drive back to the Lafayette Mansion gave him plenty of time to reflect.The sun was setting as Roland drove down the winding road leading up to the mansion. The trees on either side of the road cast long shadows in the fading light, and Roland drove slowly, taking in the peaceful scenery around him.As he drove, Roland's thoughts drifted to his plans for the company. He had been working tirelessly to grow the business, and he knew that the decisions he made now could shape the future of the company for years to come.Roland's mind continued to race as he parked his car outside the mansion. He got out of the car, feeling exhausted from the long drive, and walked over to the manservant who was waiting to help him with the parking."Take care of the car, will you?" Roland said, throwing the keys to the manservant. "I need some rest."With t
Roland's chest heaved as he tried to catch his breath. Seraphina lay beside him, her body relaxed and sated. Her skin shimmered in the soft light filtering through the window.Roland turned towards her, his eyes raking over her body. He had always found her incredibly beautiful, but tonight she was radiant. Something about her had changed, and he was mesmerized by her. "Seraphina," he whispered, his voice thick with emotion. "I don't know what I would do without you."Seraphina smiled warmly, her fingers tracing patterns on his chest. "You don't need to worry about that, Young Master," she said. "I'll always be here for you."Roland reached out and took her hand, entwining their fingers. "I know you will," he said. "I trust you completely."Seraphina leaned in and kissed him lightly on the lips. "You can always trust me, Young Master," she said. "I won't let you down."Roland felt his heart fill with love for her. He rolled over onto his side, facing her. "I have to admit somethin