The Underrated Duke's Heir Rise To Power

Chapter 002

15 billion dollars! Brian's eyes widened in disbelief as he called out the figures. He would have taken it as a prank but he knows it's not. He has been approached by Albert Moore in the past who claimed to be his father's butler but he turned him down following the instructions from his mother not to allow anybody to talk to him from his father's side.

After being abandoned by his father, he had to struggle with his mother alone. Anytime he remembers his mother's words, he hates his father to the core. 

But now? He desperately needs money to sponsor his mother's operation. "If I don't accept, I might lose my mother forever," he thought as he stood in front of the Brooks family mansion, his eyes glued to his phone. In a quick thinking, he dialled Albert Moore's number.

“Young master! Thanks for considering the offer and accepting your dying father's wish, I'll be at your location in ten minutes ” The call ended without Brian being able to utter a Word.

In less than ten minutes, a fleet of luxurious cars flooded the street, making people wonder if there was a big figure in town. 

And right there, the butler and well-suited bodyguards came down from the car 

"Young master, please come in" they said as they bowed in respect. 

Surprised by the large entourage that came for him alone, Brian was shocked by his father's wealth. Each car wouldn't cost less than 5 million dollars.

As he got in the car, the butler bowed in respect again, and start to explain how much his father wanted him in his life, which made Brian wonder why things were happening so fast, but he decided to ride on.

"Young master, you can use this to cater for your needs" Albert Moore, the butler said as he handed a golden mastercard to him. Brian's eyes widened in disbelief as he stared at the Citibank Exclusive Golden MasterCard 

"There are only 5 in the world. It's for elites only. It contains 15 billion dollars" He said again, as he watched Brian's face widen at his words. 

"15 billion dollars?!" He asked softly, afraid that anyone would hear. 

"Yes, young master. It's all yours." And I have the list of companies that will all be in your name, you only need to sign these documents” Albert said as he tried to reach out for some files.

“No, that can wait” Brian said as he stared at the golden card and his heart leaped for joy. With this, he would treat his mother and give her a better life. His mother was his top priority right now. But he already has it in mind to deal with every single one of his tormentors.

As Albert was about to put the files back in their place, Brian's eyes caught the attention of a name on top of the file. “ Zelyn Holdings Inc., is that the same Zelyn that I know?” Brian asked, curiosity evident in his voice.

“Yes young master, the Dukes family Enterprises just acquired them last week, they'll all be under your name starting from now” Albert replied with a smile.

Brian couldn't believe his ears, Zelyn holdings is the biggest company in Aston Hills controlling more than 60% of the Economy and numerous big business owners always compete to do business with them. Even the Brooks family has been turned down twice for a collaboration offer and talks are already in place of going for a third because the Aston Hills Business Summit is approaching where numerous companies pitch themselves to get the biggest contract in the country. And anyone who has the Zelyn holdings support has a shot at landing the biggest contract in Ashton Hills.

He immediately requests the files and signs them instantly. He realised it was best to keep his new life a secret, Brian dismissed his butler and his bodyguards. He wanted slow revenge on everyone who crossed his path, embarrassed and belittled him, taking them on one by one without any suspicion, making them beg and wish they had never offended him.

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Hurrying to the hospital, Brian immediately rushed to settle his mother's bills.

"Maybe he's here to beg the doctor again," one nurse whispered to another.

"Poor boy, he must love his mother so much," another nurse murmured sympathetically.

Brian approached them, a golden card held between his fingers. "Settle my mother's bills and proceed with her operation," he ordered with a tone that brooked no argument.

The nurses stared at him in bewilderment, not just at his commanding demeanour but also at the rare sight of the Exclusive golden master card he was stretching out.

"I heard there's only five in the world," one nurse whispered in awe.

"I'm sure he's not the owner. He probably stole it." Another nurse said as she glared at Brian in disdain.

"Mr Brian, I'm very sure you stole this card. Do you even know the password?" A nurse said as a wicked smirk curled up her lips. 

"Yes, you should leave here to avoid being disgraced, this drama isn't needed and can land you in jail poor brat"

"How dare you come here to prank us with a stolen MasterCard, you're not only poor but shameless?" The nurses took turns insulting him, tagging Brian as a thief who stole the master card. 

Unfazed by their words, Brian continued, "Pay my mother's bills already; we wouldn't want her to die when I already have the money."

Shocked by his response, "So you want to insist on wasting our time? don't forget the more time you waste, the less your mother has to live" Megan; one of the nurses who's the most rude to Brian said, not willing to accept the fact that Brian was the owner. 

This triggered Brian's emotions, he could take any form of insult aimed at him but making fun of his mother's condition was the height of it. He promised himself to make sure he dealt with the foul mouth of a nurse.

Making it easier for him, the head of the Hospital Administrator who had been overhearing the conversation approached. He had just finished a call from Albert Moore who warned him to treat someone coming to pay for his mother's bills right as he's capable of buying the whole hospital.

"Mr. Brian, Are you here to settle your mother's bills?" the Administrator said as he walked into the reception. 

“Yes, and can you explain to me the reason your nurses here and the cashier won't proceed with my payment even when I provided my MasterCard?” Brian hit back, his anger started to boil.

The administrator though doesn't believe he actually has the money as his dressings didn't match the personality Albert described over the phone. but he doesn't welcome the cold reception from his staff. He gave them a deadly gaze demanding an explanation.

“Sir, this tattered guy that's always coming here to beg for more time, now coming here with an Exclusive Golden MasterCard is nothing but a prank just to stall time and I'm not buying that” Megan explained to the administrator, turning a cold glare at Brian in the process.

Brian at this time is now more than determined to deal with her arrogance. He remembered she was the same person who restricted the hospital cleaner from cleaning his mother's room because they ain't VIP members and struggling to pay on time.

The administrator was not moved by her opinion. “ But have you tried MasterCard to settle the payment?”

“Sir no no…but but….

“Do it now!” He commanded

Megan feels bad she's been yelled at because of a wretched person like Brian but she immediately realised it's her time to prove her point, someone looking unkept like him can't be the owner of such a luxurious MasterCard let alone having 2 million dollars for payment. She let out a wicked smirk as she swiped the card, authorising the payment.

Beep beep, successful. The machine chimed.

Megan and the rest of the nurse's mouths were wide open, unable to process what they had just seen. “How? Just how could this wretched and tattered guy be able to pay a 2 million dollar bill?”

The realisation hit the administrator, this must be the Rich and powerful person Albert warned him about. For this person to know Albert, he must be very influential and powerful though he doesn't look like it. He quickly composed himself.

"Please arrange for my mother to be moved to the VVIP room” And for the service I receive today, I'll give my review to the Aston Hills hospitality external affairs,” Brian said as he retrieved his card.

The administrator was alerted. The external affairs are no joke in dealing with matters like this and for this man to pay a 2 million dollar bill, he's sure to have some rich connections, even Albert Moore is enough to deal with him. he couldn't risk getting a blow to his incoming promotion. “ Please don't do that Mr Brian, I will make sure I deal with this issue to your satisfaction”.

“ Then I request you to make her “ pointing to Megan. Switch position with the cleaner lady from the 3rd floor”

Megan gasped in shock

The administrator was confused by his request and couldn't relate to the reasons he wanted such. But he is willing to comply, he can't risk losing his job. “ I'll do as you say sir”

The nurses especially Meghan were confused as to why the Administrator was obeying Brian's request humbly. They feel this must be a joke or something.

Brian sighed as he prepared to leave. “ I want immediate action. The cleaner on the 3rd floor has been a better human to me since I've been coming to this hospital, she greets me well without judging my appearance, she also wishes my mother wellness and encourages me while all your nurses do is embarrass me and Act as if I'm a nobody”

“ I also learned she's a nurse by profession, but the challenges to get a new job after losing her last one made her settle for this, now I'm proposing this switch because she's more deserving of a nurse than this foul mouth called Meghan. Do what I ask you or I'll do it my way, even if it means buying this Hospital” he concluded

“Yesss sir…r “ the administrator stuttered 

With a strong aura, Brian turned to leave. The beeping sound of his phone however altered his step, it was a call from his wife Lyra.

“Brian I'm in trouble, Lady Elizabeth decided to pass the aggression on me because I took your side today and made her lose face. She announced me as the representative for the upcoming Aston Hills Business Summit and as part of the requirements I must first win the support of Zelyn Holdings Inc. to collaborate with Brooks Enterprises. she paused, her voice shaky. I'm really tired, nothing prepares me for the embarrassment that awaits me as we are nothing compared to Zelyn Holdings”

“Zelyn holdings?” Brian asked to confirm if he heard right. It seems his quest to repay his wife for all her goodness while punishing his tormentors is about to begin.