Chapter 123
Author: Mfon David
last update2024-06-23 19:23:47

Arjun gazed at the freshly signed paperwork in front of him, and the atmosphere felt tense. Although Arjun was not about to let Rohan's treachery go unpackled, it was a tough pill to chew. In the backdrop, the clock watched menacingly, each second reminding Maratha Industries of the precarious equilibrium of power.

Arjun slanted back in his chair, his mind flying. He must act quickly but deliberately. The elements were set for a great revelation, thus he had to be sure his following action was flawless. His phone hummed with an incoming message as he considered his approach. Vinod wrote it.

"Mr. Maratha, we have a situation. Plotting anything noteworthy is Akash and Meera. You really ought to see this.

Arjun scanned the message and his eyes narrowed. He reached for his coat and proceeded for the covert lift connecting his private lab immediately. Time to squarely face the approaching danger.

Rohan sat across from Meera in the poorly lit room, his face clearly marked with frustration.
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