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The Wrath of the Dragon Duke. Chapter 82 : Plan in Motion
Lisa sat across from Lloyd at their small dining table, the dim glow of the chandelier casting soft shadows on the walls of their shared bedroom. The evening was peaceful... too peaceful, she had been thinking about this for days, waiting for the right moment to ask. Now, as they shared a quiet dinner together, she finally spoke.“Simon” she began, setting her fork down, “when will I finally be able to resign from Francis Steel?”Lloyd glanced up from his plate, taking a slow sip of his wine before answering “It’s only a little over a week before the Western Steel contract ends, isn’t it?”Lisa nodded “Yes, and I just…” she hesitated, unsure of how to put her feelings into words “I don’t want to delay any longer, every day I stay there, my family keeps trying to push me around, like I’m just waiting to be replaced, I want to move on, I want to start the law firm"Lloyd wiped his mouth with his napkin and leaned back slightly “I’ve already figured everything out” he assured her, his
The Wrath of the Dragon Duke. Chapter 83 : The First Retaliation
Smoke hung heavy in the air, the acrid scent of burning wood and chemicals filling Harold Francis’ nostrils as he rushed outside. The screams of terrified maids and butlers echoed through the estate grounds, their silhouettes darting frantically in the dim glow of the blazing fire. “What the hell happened!?” Harold bellowed, his heart pounding in his chest. Jenna, one of the senior maids, ran toward him, her face pale with fear “Sir, it was an attack! A black van drove past the gates, and men inside threw firebombs at the house..." "Did you see their faces?" asked Harold "No, they wore masks" replied Jenna. "What about their plates?, did you run their plates?" asked John as he slowly stepped into the scene The Roy. "I don't... I don't know how to..." Jenna stammered. "Argh!" Roy groaned angrily, as he turned to one of their butler's. "DID YOU RUN THE DAMN PLATES?!" he asked, his voice enraged. "No sir,the moment they hit the house, they sped off before we could see
The Wrath of the Dragon Duke. Chapter 84 : Final Warning
Lisa sat at her desk, staring down at the neatly stacked files in front of her. Her new office was quiet, save for the occasional rustling of papers as she sorted through the final details for the day’s hearing. It had been two weeks since she resigned from Francis Steel and officially launched her law firm, but the transition had been anything but smooth.Her family had not taken her lawsuit against the Numas well.Every day since the announcement, they had called, messaged, and even shown up at her office, pestering her to drop the case. At first, they tried to guilt her, telling her she was ruining the family’s reputation, when that didn’t work, they resorted to threats...warning her that she would regret siding against them.And yet, despite everything, she still couldn’t bring herself to hate them.At this point all she had to do was win the sLawsuit, that way her family would forgive her for everything, since the Numa's wouldn't be able to come after her anymore.Although so
The Wrath of the Dragon Duke. Chapter 85 : Chapter 11
Lisa sat at the large oak desk in her bedroom, flipping through pages of legal documents with a heavy sigh.The past two months had been exhausting... court dates, press conferences, endless paperwork.The case against the Numas was progressing, but slowly, as expected, Henry Numa’s legal team fought tooth and nail, using every trick in the book to delay proceedings, bury evidence, or outright intimidate her into dropping the case.None of it worked...Lisa was scared, of course, but she refused to back down, at least, that’s what she told herself... In truth she just didn't want to let down Lloyd since he believed in her so muchShe rubbed her temples, exhaustion creeping in. Her shoulder ached from the long hours of hunching over legal documents, but she couldn't afford to slow down, the next court date was in two days, and she had to be prepared.She was about to take a break when a loud crash sounded from outside.Lisa jumped in her chair, her heart hammering.What was that?!Ano
The Wrath of the Dragon Duke. Chapter 86 : At Wits End
John Francis sat in his study, his fingers steepled under his chin, his face lined with exhaustion.The dim glow of the desk lamp cast long shadows over the room, illuminating the deep creases in his forehead. His usually immaculate hair was slightly disheveled, a rare sight for the proud patriarch of the Francis family.For the past week, he had barely slept, as every time he closed his eyes, all he could see was the destruction...the firebombed estate, the ruthless thugs stripping their home of its valuables.The humiliation of watching everything he had built being seized by Numa’s men like they were nothing more than common debtors, made John's aged heart ache heavily.He exhaled sharply, he had to control himself.It was Lisa... but not just her...Lisa and that bastard Simon Harland.The moment she stepped into Francis Steel, the moment she brought that man into their home, everything had gone to hell.John knew it wasn't just her that could be blamed, he approved of Simon's ma
The Wrath of the Dragon Duke. Chapter 87 : I.O.U
Lisa sat curled up on the edge of her bed, knees tucked to her chest, staring blankly at the window. The room was dim, the heavy curtains drawn shut, as if blocking out the rest of the world. Her eyes were red and swollen from crying, and her body felt weak, drained of all the energy she had left.For the past day, she had refused to leave this room.No matter how much Lloyd tried to comfort her, no matter how many times he told her things would be okay, she couldn’t bring herself to believe him.And this hurt her even more, beacuse he'd always been there for her, he'd always helped her, so it almost felt like a betrayal of the man she loved most.Everything seemed to work out when she was with Lloyd, but this time, no matter how much she thought, she couldn't see how he couldn't fix this Everything was falling apart.The Francis family was at the brink of ruin, and even though she had spent her entire life trying to earn their approval, they now saw her as nothing more than a liab
The Wrath of the Dragon Duke. Chapter 88 : Questionable Investment
The air in the Francis Steel boardroom was thick with tension, the kind that clung to the skin like humidity before a thunderstorm. The entire Francis family, including Lisa, sat around the long conference table, their eyes fixed on the man seated at the head.Martin Lance.One of the wealthiest investment bankers in the country, a man whose presence alone commanded attention.Lisa, still unsure why she had been asked to attend this meeting, sat stiffly beside Harold.Her hands were clasped together in her lap, a mixture of confusion and curiosity swirling inside her.Martin leaned back in his chair, his fingers lightly drumming against the polished mahogany table. Then, with a slight smirk, he finally spoke.“I’ll get straight to the point” he said sharply"I heard about Francis Steel’s recent… financial troubles, and I’d like to investment into your company" he said The family all gazed at each other in confusion."How much are we talking here?" asked Eleanor"one hundred million
The Wrath of the Dragon Duke. Chapter 89 : Assasins Assault
The Past three weeks had been… quietAlmost too quiet.Since Martin Lance’s investment had stabilized Francis Steel, the constant pressure from the Numa family had seemingly subsided. No more financial attacks, No more open threats, Lisa’s lawsuit against the Numas was progressing swiftly, and for the first time in a long while, she could breathe without fear.Lloyd however, knew that they could absolutely not get comfortable.This was a common tactic used by assasins, to not strike when expected and then let the target calm down for a long time, before striking unexpectedly.He knew that there could only be one reason for the peace they seemingly had now The Numa's were planning something.That morning, Lisa stood before the mirror in her bedroom, combing her fingers through her long brown hair. She had been so caught up in work and stress that she hadn’t had a moment to take care of herself.She turned toward Lloyd, who was sitting on the bed, flipping through a thick folder fill
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Chapter 97 : The Verdict Is In
All of the Francis family gathered in the living room of the family home, all their eyes fixed on the TV as the jury delivered the verdict in Lisa's lawsuit.It'd been more than 5 months since Lisa initially launched this legal attack against the Numa's, and after so many near death experiences, the family just wanted to to be over.Although they were very much aware of what would happen to them if they lost the case, due to this The tension in the room was palpable. if Lisa lost the case, they'd be sitting ducks, as Henry Numa wouldn't rest until they were either dead or run out of the city. John, having lived through the city’s corruption for decades, felt that deep pit of certainty in his stomach. There was no way a small-time lawyer like Lisa could win against the Numas, no matter how ironclad her evidence was. Harold knew it too...he’d already started preparing for an emergency evacuation, once the innocent veridct was read he would take the family out of Hilburg immediately.
Chapter 96 : The Finishing blow
The nation of Tekka was unlike any other.A land of immense power, bound together by strength, strategy, and an iron-fisted rule that spanned generations.Though the Sun King sat at the pinnacle of power, he did not rule alone. The kingdom was a complex web of authority, where military might dictated influence, and where warlords, generals, and crime lords held sway over vast territories. It was not a kingdom of peace but one where survival belonged to the strong.Each duchy, county or even villiage had its own millita, or gang that operated as a millita.The leadership allowed this to occur, as Tekka was so large due to its conquest of multiple neighbouring nations, that the royal family determined that some level of autonomy given to its various regions was for the best.At the heart of Tekka’s structure was the Sun King himself, an absolute monarch whose will was law. But even the Sun King, despite his unquestioned power, needed those who could execute his commands efficiently,
Chapter 95 : The Next Plan
The entire Francis family, along with Lloyd and Lisa, sat huddled together in the Francis family’s sitting room, their eyes glued to the television screen as the dramatic scene unfolded before them. The police raid on the Numa estate was playing live on nearly every major news channel. The flashing lights of police cruisers, the blaring sirens, and the sea of officers storming into the luxurious Numa mansion all created an intense spectacle.Nobody spoke at first, as the weight of what they were witnessing had stunned them into silence. It felt surreal, almost like watching a movie rather than reality. They had spent so long living under the shadow of the Numas, being so afraid of their wrath, especially in recent months, with many memebers of the family literally awaiting either inevitable destruction, or eviction from the city.So seeing them finally face justice seemed impossible.Roy was the first to break the silence. He leaned forward, eyes gleaming with satisfaction “It’s
Chapter 94 : They Forced My Hand
Larry Flanagan sat in the back of the police cruiser, staring blankly out the window as the fleet of squad cars tore through the streets of Hilburg, sirens wailing into the early morning air. The city’s towering skyline blurred past him, but his mind was too preoccupied to process the sight. He swallowed hard, fingers drumming against the seat as he struggled to keep his breathing steady.This wasn’t how things were supposed to go.A month ago, this entire ordeal had been safely contained within Hilburg’s borders. The Francis family lawsuit? Just another local scandal that would be swept under the rug like all the rest. The evidence against the Numa family? Irrelevant in a courtroom where the judges were all bought and paid for. The corruption scandal? A mere whisper in the streets of Hilburg, nothing more... No one had proof of anything,the made sure of that.Then everything changed...Somehow... no, not somehow, he knew exactly how...the story had exploded beyond Hilburg.The n
Chapter 93 : The Journalist
Ralph Stilsken woke to the rare feeling of peace.For the first time in what felt like forever, there was no urgent phone call yanking him out of sleep, no late-night email demanding immediate attention. Just the steady rhythm of his wife Charlie’s breathing beside him and the soft golden light of morning filtering through the curtains.He allowed himself to soak in the quiet, staring at the ceiling as he listened to the faint sounds of their children stirring in the next room.Charlie shifted beside him, murmuring sleepily. When her eyes opened, she blinked in mild surprise “You’re still here?”Ralph chuckled “I do live here, you know”“You sure? Because it feels like I only see you in passing these days”She wasn’t wrong. His job as one of the country’s most well-respected journalists rarely allowed him time to enjoy the simple pleasures of family life. He had spent years uncovering corruption, exposing criminal enterprises, and documenting war zones. It had won him respect, and
Chapter 92 : Desperate Measures
The hum of the engine filled the car as Ivan navigated through the quiet streets, heading back to Jacob’s house. The city lights flickered past, casting shadows over Lloyd’s face as he stared out the window, lost in thought. Ivan glanced at him briefly before returning his attention to the road. He had learned long ago to recognize when his boss was deep in contemplation, carefully piecing together a plan. And right now, Lloyd was undoubtedly weaving something intricate...Still, Ivan had questions... questions that needed answers if he was going to execute whatever scheme Lloyd had in mind.He knew his boss was watching him so he had to be careful the kind of question he asked.“So...” Ivan began, gripping the wheel with one hand as he cast another glance at Lloyd“Will I be getting more details, Boss?”Lloyd’s gaze remained fixed on the cityscape beyond the window."Details of what?""Your plan to take down the Numa's" Ivan replied.He exhaled lightly, then shifted in his seat “
Chapter 91 : Desperate Times
Ivan’s grip on the steering wheel tightened as he drove Lloyd through the winding roads leading to the Numa family estate. The sleek black car moved smoothly over the pavement, the weight of the silence between them making the air thick.“You sure about this, boss?” Ivan asked, sparing a glance at Lloyd, who sat in the passenger seat, arms crossed, his expression unreadable.Lloyd exhaled sharply through his nose “I don’t have a choice... when you poke the dragon you will get burned”Ivan gulped slightly, he knew those words very well, and they were not good.Ivan clicked his tongue against his teeth “You always have a choice boss, but if you’re planning to walk up to Henry Numa’s front door and have a ‘friendly chat,’ I’d say that’s probably the worst one”Lloyd didn’t respond immediately, he was still reeling from his conversation with the assassin he had interrogated. Someone in Lisa’s family had betrayed him...had allowed the Numa’s to track his movements, nearly getting Lisa ki
Chapter 90 : Daring Rage
Lloyd drove his battered car through the quiet streets of Hilburg, gripping the steering wheel so tightly that his knuckles turned white. The entire front of the vehicle was dented, the windshield cracked, and bullet holes riddled the sides. The engine sputtered, protesting its rough treatment, but Lloyd didn’t care. His mind was burning with rage.Lisa sat in the passenger seat, her wide eyes darting between Lloyd and the wrecked car around her "Simon…" she began hesitantly, her voice filled with concern "What happened?"Lloyd took a steady breath before replying."Nothing you need to worry about" he said smoothly, forcing his voice to stay calm "Just ran into some bad drivers"Lisa’s frown deepened, she clearly didn’t believe him, but she was still too shaken from the earlier attack to press further"I just want to go home" she murmured.Lloyd shook his head immediately, "Not yet" Lloyd said firmly.Lisa’s brow furrowed "Why not?""Because I don’t know if the people who shot at us
Chapter 89 : Assasins Assault
The Past three weeks had been… quietAlmost too quiet.Since Martin Lance’s investment had stabilized Francis Steel, the constant pressure from the Numa family had seemingly subsided. No more financial attacks, No more open threats, Lisa’s lawsuit against the Numas was progressing swiftly, and for the first time in a long while, she could breathe without fear.Lloyd however, knew that they could absolutely not get comfortable.This was a common tactic used by assasins, to not strike when expected and then let the target calm down for a long time, before striking unexpectedly.He knew that there could only be one reason for the peace they seemingly had now The Numa's were planning something.That morning, Lisa stood before the mirror in her bedroom, combing her fingers through her long brown hair. She had been so caught up in work and stress that she hadn’t had a moment to take care of herself.She turned toward Lloyd, who was sitting on the bed, flipping through a thick folder fill
