The rise of a cab driver son-in-law to a billionaire.

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Chapter 15: Trouble Waters

At Elena's fiancé's house, she cuddled with Mr. Charleston on the plush armchair, their lips locked in a heated kiss.

The pressure from her family, particularly her grandfather's contract issues with the Bigtale company, weighed heavily on her mind.

The door creaked open, shattering the intimacy. A security guard ushered in a man in dark suit.

"Mr. Charleston," the guard stammered, "apologies for the intrusion, but this gentleman insisted it was a matter of utmost importance for you and Miss Elena."

Mr. Charleston pulled away. "Can't you see we're occupied? Whatever it is, it can wait."

"He said it couldn't," the security guard mumbled before scurrying out of the room.

The man, dressed in a sharp suit, cleared his throat. "My name is Howard Samuel, Barrister for Mr. Mike, Elena's grandfather."

Elena's eyes widened in surprise. Mr. Charleston whipped his head towards her, suspicion coloring his features. "Did you know this man? Or did you choose to keep qui