Brian traced the written words with his finger tips, his brows furrowed in confusion. He stared at the words for seconds, wondering why he couldn't understand it. If it was the location of the vault, then he had to understand what was written there as soon as possible. Brian turned to Albert, showing him the staff, “Do you understand what's written here?” he asked, hoping Albert would know a thing or two. Just when he thought everything was over, he still had the mystery of the vault to solve. Albert shook his head as he stared at the staff, “I don't understand what's written there, master.” he said politely. Brian sighed, disappointed they couldn't understand the words on the staff. As time wasn't on their side, Brian decided to act fast about it, but first he would make sure the staff was safe. “Let's leave this place. It's almost dinner time. I need to take my wife out tonight.” Brian said with a smile, making Albert chuckle. “You must be really happy about this staff, Master.”
Nadia strode in, her head held high as she acted like she owned the place. After spending a few years in China, she was glad to finally be back home. Breathing the air of Ashton hills, she was filled with joy. The town where she had many memories, good and bad ones. Sighting a familiar figure, she squinted her eyes, wondering if it was actually the person she thought it was. “Brian and Lyra?” she muttered below her breath as she walked closer, but doubt slowly filled her heart when she saw the expensive outfit of the beautiful couple. “Brian, please.” Lyra laughed at a joke Brian said, and then, Nadia knew they were the ones, but what was with the pretense? Why was Brian dressed in an expensive suit and not his usual degraded clothes? Just because he took Lyra on a date? Nadia scoffed, rolling her eyes in anger as she glared at the couple. Lyra was her friend, someone she was so close to. Just when she was about to get married to that pauper, Nadia would call to mock her, telling h
Nadia chuckled, “While you're still being nice? Are you threatening me?” she asked with a smile, wondering why Lyra was trying to act high and mighty. “Look, I understand you're in pain, but didn't I warn you? I told you to divorce this pauper but you ignored me.” she added as she picked up the menu to check for a meal. Lyra’s heart raced, her fists tightly clenched as she felt like ramming Nadia's head on a wall. She couldn't believe the girl just walked into a restaurant to cause trouble. As much as she wanted to stay sane, Nadia was hell bent on driving her insane. “Who told you I'm in pain? My husband isn't a pauper, Nadia. Get that into your skull.” she said coldly as she placed her hands on Brian's cold hands, giving him an assuring gaze. Seeing Lyra's actions, Brian smiled brightly. Nadia's words didn't bother him at all. Instead, he was surprised by her stupidity. He didn't know a director's wife had the right to act this way. What if he wasn't the owner of the Duke's Empire
Lyra scoffed, “I think you should be frightened instead, because my man would crush yours without a second thought.” she said through gritted teeth, frustrated by the turn out of today's lovely event. As she had dolled herself up, she planned to have the best night of her life. Who would have believed an idiot was hell bent on making her night miserable? If one should compare Ethan to Brian, the difference was glaring. One could easily tell the one who was much more powerful. After all, Ethan was a director, and with how Nadia said he was a billionaire, Brian was sure he embezzled money. It was a gut feeling and the feeling was always right. Hearing Nadia's taunted words, he suddenly wanted to see the supposed man Nadia praised. He wanted to see how powerful and strong Ethan was, but letting Nadia go for what she did was impossible. What if he had planned to propose to Lyra on this night? Nadia would have ruined it with her stupidity. Turning to Lyra, he smiled, “Let's wait for her
Nadia felt her legs turn to Jelly as her heart skipped a beat. The fear she felt in her heart was something she couldn't describe. She gulped nervously and stared at her husband, hoping he would tell her Lyra’s words were filled with lies. With her hands on her cheeks, she took a step backwards, wanting to escape from the restaurant as fast as possible. The CEO of the Duke's Empire? Brian? The wretched Son-in-law? Getting on his nerves was like a death wish, and Nadia was stunned she just signed her doom. While she had been mocking Brian she didn't forget the knowing smirk that was plastered on his face. Was he waiting for her to deliberately embarrass herself? Why didn't he stop her? “Where do you think you're going?” Brian asked with a smile, frightening Nadia to death. His smile seemed to be a facade when there was something different in his heart. What was he going to do? Destroy her career? It's not like she had one. Was he going to ruin Ethan's career? The thought of that made
Brian sat down calmly and crossed his legs, “Are you surprised?” he asked with a smile, “You think anyone can just kick me out?” he added, enjoying the look of shock on James' face. He seemed to have noticed Brian became boldness, but the fact that he wasn't with the staff delighted him. Other members sat down and watched Brian, a frown etched on their features. Frustrated, a member yelled, “What do you think you're doing here? Didn't you hear what James said? Get the fuck out of here!” his voice thundered, making Brian wonder why the whole members despised him so much. After all, they had invited him to become a member, succeeding his father. Why the sudden change? Because he was too young or because they realized he found out about the staff? Brian couldn't be bothered by any of their words. He found the staff, and indirectly, he was already the indispensable leader. There was nothing they could do about it. He turned to the man who just yelled, “What am I doing here? Do you think
“James, are you insane?!” Theodore yelled, getting James all riled up. He should understand the importance of the staff in Tycoon 6. Even if he joined a few years ago, that didn't give him the right to talk to the current leader that way. Theodore sighed. Angered that a young boy was leading them, but then, there was nothing else they could do. They started the game but Brian had surpassed them in it. James glared at Theodore, his eyes almost bulging out of his sockets, “Why are you yelling at me, you imbecile?!” he snapped, “We all agreed for me to become the leader. Now because of the staff we're allowing this kid rule over us? What if the staff he brought is fake!” he said through gritted teeth. Hearing James' words, the remaining members of Tycoon 6 facepalmed themselves, surprised a grown up man could act so stupid. Even if they had promised to make him their leader, it was because of the staff! Now that the staff was in Brian's hands, he had no right to say that bullshit. “Did
In a luxurious and well furnished office, Martin was seen seated across from his assistant who had a file in his hands. His gaze was cold and detached, giving the young boy a fright. He couldn't understand why his boss was obsessed with getting the Duke's Empire. To him, no matter how hard they tried, it was always going to be a futile attempt. Getting the Duke's Empire was impossible, and Martin was willing to stop at nothing to get the prestigious Empire. “What's the update?” Martin asked as he picked up a mug from a glass table, inhaling the pleasant scent of the coffee before bringing it upon his lips. He stared at his assistant, urging him to speak. The young man cleared his throat, “Currently, we've only acquired 8% of the Duke Empire's shares. We're progressing, sir.” he said respectfully. Martin's lips stretched into a wild grin, satisfied by what his assistant just said. 8% shares of the Duke Empire. Soon, the whole Empire would be his. He turned to the young man, “How muc