When Alexander noticed she was alone, he then approached her, a smile playing on his lips, “Hello.” he said as he stretched his hand forward for a handshake. “I'm Alexander, a well known actor in Hollywood. “ He bragged. Lyra looked at him as her face lit up in a smile,”Nice to meet you. I'm Lyra.” She replied as she shook his hand. Seeing her smile up close, Alex gulped mischievously. “Lyra, can I take you for dinner?” He suggested. However, Brian approached them, his hands wrapped tightly around Lyra's waist, “She's occupied for tonight.” he hit back instantly. Alex grinned as he eyed Brian, his eyes filled with disgust, “She's occupied with who? You?” He asked as he checked Brian out over and over again, his expression mocking as he stared at his cheap suit. Lyra then raised her fingers up, “I'm married.” She said as she pointed at the rings elegantly sitting on her fingers. Alex clenched his fists, his anger started to boil . Now that he has finally met the woman of his dreams,
The next day, Alexander strode into Zelyn holdings headquarters, a company under the Duke's conglomerate, his assistant following him closely. He decided to dress cooperates, just to show how serious he is. Getting signed as an ambassador under this company will help his career in a million ways. While other actors and actresses have been denied, they reached out to him because of his sudden rise to stardom. His assistant then said, “Sir, no matter what, keep your anger in check. We can't afford to misuse this opportunity.” Alex ignored him and approached the secretary, who was staring at him immediately as he came in. Her eyes were fixed on him as her heart hammered in her chest. Did she eat something strange for being allowed to see her idol today? She beamed as she hurriedly said, “A…Mr Alex..it's so nice to have you here.” “I'm here to see the director.” Alex calmly said as he sat down on a chair, not waiting for her to ask him to sit. Surprised by his cold attitude, she clenc
For the past few days, Brian had been bothered by the way directors refused to side with him,his father's bastard son is really pulling some strings. What could have gone wrong? After completely taking over Lady Elizabeth's company, Brian became the CEO with the name, “Mr Duke.” Due to his hidden identity, he would only send Albert for important meetings. Following the advice of Albert, he decided not to crumble the company. Instead, he's going to make more money from it. As he was calmly sipping on his tea, lady Elizabeth barged into his room, her eyes blazing with anger. “Brian, how dare you?!” She yelled as she approached him. “Do I always need to remind you of your daily duties?!” she added as she collected the cup from his hands only to smash it on the ground. “Get up and go do the dishes, and prepare breakfast!” She snapped as she turned to walk away. Brian stared at her back and gritted his teeth in anger. Few minutes later, a wicked smile was plastered on his lips. Very soo
Brian opened his mouth to speak, but on seeing he has got the backing of fellow tormentors Martin's hand flew straight to his cheeks, shutting him up, “You want to talk while lady Elizabeth is talking? Even if you weren't taught manners, you should still have some sense of reasoning. Are you that daft?” Brian was completely speechless by the way things played out today. First, it was lady Elizabeth, then Tyla, and now Martin? He tried his best to control the anger raging inside, but Martin was still adding fuel to the fire. He pulled his clothes roughly, his eyes glinting coldly, “Brian, if you had collected these books, all these wouldn't have happened. Now, you'll provide the money I used to buy all these books!” He declared. Hearing Martin's words, Tyla's gaze fell on the books scattered on the ground. Bending to pick it up, a mischievous smile curled up her lips. Turning to lady Elizabeth, “Grandma, take a look at this book. Only if Brian can read and learn from it. The book tit
Lyra turned to Brian, “Honey, what's this?” She asked, her voice laced with curiosity. Her husband has a stable job already according to him. He has no reason to steal from Martin, but now that lady Elizabeth was also present, she was starting to believe that Brian had a hand in it. “Lyra, believe me, I didn't do it, you should have gotten used to them always coming for me every time.” Brian explained softly. Tyla scoffed, “So who took it? I stole from my husband?” Brian sighed, “Perhaps there's no stolen money.” Martin's expression cracked a little but he quickly composed himself. He pointed angrily at Brian, “You bastard, are you calling me a liar?!” He approached him, his hands holding Brian's collar, “I'm going to leave you today because I'm more than a thousand dollars. Don't try this cunning behavior with me again.” He spat as he pushed Brian to the ground. At the same time, Harry's luxurious car arrived at the Brook's family mansion, in his black sleek latest edition Aston
Few days later,In a luxurious office at central Ashton, An old man with a bald head sat down on a chair, his fingers continuously tapping on the desk in front of him. His assistant, Steve moved back slightly, his body trembling in fear. “So what did you say happened? Are you sure you're telling me the truth?” Landon Scott, Martin's father asked, his voice cold and menacing, sending shivers down Steve's spine. “The Duke's empire..they've stopped investing in our company. And Due to this. He paused, other companies stopped investing too because they believe that for the Duke's empire to stop investing in a company, they must have some reasons for taking that action.” He concluded. Landon slammed his fists on the desk, almost shattering it. “So you're telling me that the Duke's empire and a few other investors have..stopped investing in my company and I'm just knowing this?” He growled. “Y…yes yes..” Steve stuttered as he hung his head low, afraid of gazing into His boss's eyes. Co
Speechless, Roy said, “Please, I'll be quite busy with my work. Let's meet some other time.” He said, indirectly asking them to leave his office. Landon slapped Martin again, “You bastard, get on your knees and beg him. “ He roared. Frightened, Martin knelt down, tears threatening to spill from his eyes, “I'm..I'm sorry sir.” He stuttered as his heart suddenly felt bitter. If he was being punished for something he did, it would have been better, but he did nothing wrong and was being treated this way? Landon dragged Martin out of the director's office in anger, “You bastard, you're stripped of your title of being the heir to my company. Also, forget about your shares. If you manage to change my mind, I might reconsider. But for now, don't come to my company ever again. I do not want to be associated with you and your problems.” He said in one breath as he left Martin all alone in the Duke's empire. Martin ran after his father, “Dad, dad, please. I really need my shares. It will ruin
Few days later, the news became the most searched in Ashton hills. Everyone was eager to know who the new CEO and successor of the Duke's empire would be. The Duke's empire, controlling about 60% of the whole business in Ashton hills, is highly respected as their name speaks volumes.Harry sat down in his room, his legs crossed as he calmly dipped tea from a glass cup. He had a magazine on his other hands with the heading, “Who is the new CEO” Harry grinned, “ After all this while,Everything is finally coming into place. Once I can get who this CEO is, I'll have to drain him and look for his weakness. Perhaps his family, or his wife.” He thought as he stroked his chin. He walked to his room and opened up his closet, thinking of what he was going to wear to the official banquet of the Duke's empire. Harry was quite sure tonight was going to be the best night of his life because he's going to make Lyra and Brian pay, at the same time, get someone new to scam. On the other hand, Brian