Dustin and Eric trembled in fear as a result of Chris 's murderous gaze that was solely fixed on them. Seeing the Neptune horrendous state made them subjected to being intimidated by Chris.“What..What do you think you are trying to do right now? Stay away from us.” Dustin remarked in a warning tone as Chris began approaching them.However, Chris ignored the warning as It was clearly obvious in Dustin's tone that he was petrified and was currently putting on a brave act in order not to appear weak. “That's right! Don't you dare come any closer. You are definitely going to get in trouble with our family if you lay a finger on us.” Eric shamelessly bragged.“Do you think that I care about whatever family does? Anyways, It doesn't matter because your families pose no threat to me.” Chris curtly retorted as he continued closing the distance between them. Both Eric and Dustin had sullen expressions on their respective faces as soon as they heard Chris' response to their unreasonable th
Eric groaned in agony as he was subjected to scrutinizing pain if his shoulder was dislocated by Chris. He began sweating profusely and his eyes were swelling up in tears as Chris tortured him more by adding more pressure to his injured shoulder. “Please…Please…..Stop…..I can't take it anymore.” He pleaded to a Chris However, Chris wasn't going to let Eric off easily. Thus, he raised his leg and launched his knees directly towards Eric's face. Eric's head jolted backwards as Chris' knees smashed against his face. He fell to the ground with the back of head slamming on the hard brick floor with a heavy bang. At this point, his face was covered in blood as he was bleeding from both his nose and mouth. Although he was still conscious but was in a dazed state due the impact of Chris' attack as it felt like he was hit in the face by a steel pipe rather than a human knee. Seeing Eric's miserable state, Dustin was immediately dropped to his knees. He knew that he was next in line to be
In a swift movement, Chris instantly closed the gap between him and Dustin. Consequently, he launched his balled fist directly towards Dustin's face. Dustin was completely caught off guard. His head forcefully jerked sideways when Chris' fist connected to his jaw. However, he was unable to regain his composure when another punch came from Chris and landed on the other side of his face. As a result, Dustin lost his footing and balance and this caused him to stagger backwards. Seeing that Dustin was about to fall to the ground, Chris quickly prevented that from happening by grabbing the collar of Dustin’s shirt and pulling him closer before throwing several consecutive heavy punches at Dustin’s face. Dustin was totally helpless against Chris' repeated attacks which continued for the next two minutes. Afterwards, he was profusely bleeding from many aspects of his face. His face was covered in scars and several swollen bumps. In addition, his senses had become dull, rendering him int
At this moment, Elliot was seated in his office at Pegasus Enterprise and standing across his desk were a few of his employees from the IT department.The atmosphere inside the room was very tense as he was currently scolding them. He had given them the task of gathering information on the robbery case related to cross corporation but they were still not able to find out any clue about the culprit.Seeing that Chris was calling him on his cellphone, Elliot instantly became nervous. However, he dared not to keep Chris waiting so he hurriedly picked up the call.“Sir, I apologize for not calling you sooner. I hate to inform you that we have not been as bke to make any reasonable progress finding out whoever is responsible for the theft.” Elliot nervously remarked feeling ashamed of himself. He felt that Chris would undoubtedly be disappointed in him for not being able to carry out such a simple task.“Oh! …..I am not calling you for that reason. The case has been resolved so you no lon
Chris ignored the stares that were being directed at him as he walked into the room. He confidently walked to the chair and took a seat without waiting to be offered a seat.The Ambroses awkwardly glanced at one another as they were surprised by Chris Brazzen's attitude however no one dared to make any complaints since Chris was considered an important guest at the moment.A maid came in and immediately served Chris a glass of red wine but he made no attempt to drink it.“Young man, we heard that you are a friend of my son, Dustin. Would you mind introducing yourself to us?” Darius Ambrose was the first to speak up after the msid left breaking. The silence in the room.“You don't have the privilege to know my true identity.” Chris responded straightforwardly without batting an eye to Darius. His response caused another shock to everyone in the room.A disgruntled facial expression immediately appeared on Darius' face after hearing Chris' rude and unexpected response. He didn't expect
“You damn scoundrel! If you really aren't Dustin's friend then who are you to get involved in this matter.” a member of the family shouted Chris' actions were all offensive to the Ambroses, and anyone who wasn’t blind could tell that he was here to get back at them. “That's right! You don't have the right to question the affairs of the Ambrose family.” another Ambrose remarked “Actually, I do because my wife, Evangeline Carter is the CEO of Cross Corporation and as her husband it is my job to get rid of anything that would cause her problems.” Chris revealed. At this point, Darius finally recognized Chris identity since Dustin had got in trouble recently because of matters related to Eva “Dad, I know who he is! He’s the live-in son-in-law of the Carters who was embroiled in a scandal with Evangeline Carter back then! Don’t be fooled by his arrogance. He’s just a penniless loser who got kicked out by the Carters” Darius explained glaring at Chris scornfully with a gloating gaze.
In an instant, five tall and strong bodyguards came out from the corner of the hall and stood in front of Chris to block him.“You’re really arrogant, boy!” Darius remarked while standing behind the bodyguards. He sneered. “I just don’t know how long you can keep being arrogant for!”Chris smiled lightly. “I’m not as arrogant as you.”Darius guffawed arrogantly. “The Ambrose family is at least one of the top second tier families in Brooklyn. Even if we’re haughty, we have every right to do so! You are just a lowly live-in son-in-law and a good-for-nothing who got kicked out by the Carters. What right do you have to be so arrogant toward us?!”Chris sneered angrily. He had heard enough of Darius bragging about their family status and using that as an excuse to justify their misdeeds. Now,he really wanted to teach Darius a lesson.“Hmph, is that so? Just wait and see then!” he remarked and dashed towards Darius as soon as he finished speaking. He flashed and appeared beside the bodyguar
Chris remained composed and his breath was still very steady. It was as if he didn't use his energy despite the fact that he just fended off five burly men from attacking him. Dean on the other hand was feeling very agitated as he fixed his deadly gaze upon Chris. At this point there was no one blocking the path between him and Chris which made him very exposed but he wasn't intimidated in the slightest. “Mr. Ambrose, you still haven't given me a response to my question.” Chris remarked in a gentle voice. Dean frowned slightly. Of course, he wouldn’t be that naive as to think that Chris randomly came across the knowledge of their dubious actions towards cross corporation unless he got it from a reliable source. Hence,there was no point covering it since Chris' accusation was accurate to begin with. “I have no obligation to give you an answer but there is nothing you can do about it even if I admit to the accusations. You're insignificant nobody and your social status is incomparab
As Chris drove toward the Carter family’s new residence, the tension in the car was palpable. Chris’s jaw was set, his thoughts churning. He knew where they lived—it wasn’t hard to find—but confronting them so directly was a calculated risk.When he arrived, the mansion loomed in quiet grandeur, its façade belying the chaos within. Benjamin Carter himself opened the door, his expression shifting from surprise to unease as he recognized Chris.“You…,” Benjamin began cautiously, surprised to see Chris alone at their house. The last time Chris paid a visit to the Carter ended up becoming a tragic incident for the Carters. “What brings you here?”Chris didn’t respond, brushing past him into the house. Benjamin, caught off guard, quickly closed the door and followed him into the living room.Elliot lingered near the entrance, his posture relaxed but vigilant. Benjamin was surprised to see Elliot as well. “Mr…Mr Brown….” He stuttered, casting him a wary glance, noticing the subtle differen
Chris knew that his peaceful life with Eva would surely be disrupted. He could put Eva and her loved ones in a lot of danger. Moreover, leaving now, with Eva dealing with the Carter situation, felt equally impossible as he didn't want to leave her unprotected.“Sir?” Ethan’s voice broke through his thoughts. “What are your orders?”Chris hesitated, his voice betraying the conflict he felt. “Stay on this and keep me updated. I need to think.”“Understood, sir,” Ethan said, his tone respectful. “And for what it’s worth, I know how much sir, James means to you. We’ll do everything we can to bring him back.”Chris ended the call and sat in silence for a long moment. The thought of James—strong, unyielding James—being captured felt like a punch to the gut. But the thought of leaving Eva behind, especially now, felt just as wrong. He was at a crossroads, and no matter which path he chose, the stakes were unbearably high.---Eva, meanwhile, sat at her desk, trying to focus on the tasks in
Chris kept his focus on the road, but his thoughts repeatedly drifted to Eva seated beside him. Her gaze was distant, her fingers nervously fiddling with the strap of her handbag. He could tell the morning's encounter with the Carters was weighing heavily on her.After a few moments of silence, Chris spoke, his voice calm and steady. “Eva, I know it’s a lot to process, but you don’t have to keep it all bottled up. Talk to me.”Eva sighed and shifted in her seat. “It’s just… they showed up out of nowhere. Again. It’s exhausting, Chris. I keep wondering why now, why after all these years?”Chris glanced at her briefly before returning his eyes to the road. “People like the Carters often realize the value of what they’ve lost only when it’s too late. But you don’t owe them anything, Eva. Not an explanation, not a second chance—nothing.”Eva shook her head, frustration creeping into her tone. “It’s not that simple. They’re still my family, even if they’ve hurt me. And now with them grovel
Benjamin quickly intervened, his tone desperate. “Please, Eva, don’t let his foolish words ruin this. I’m truly sorry for everything. I know I failed you, and I failed Bruce. We should have stood by you instead of casting you out. Please, give us a chance to make things right.”“I don't think everyone agrees with the motive of apologizing for your wrongdoings so I can't believe that your apologies are sincere.” Bruce remarked.Benjamin turned to Eric, his expression hardening. “Eric,” he said, his voice stern. “You owe them an apology.”Eric's usually confident demeanor was gone, replaced by a nervous energy that made him look small and uncertain. Benjamin turned to him, his expression hardening.Eric’s eyes darted between Eva, Kate, and Bruce. “I—”“Now,” Benjamin commanded.Eric swallowed hard, his gaze finally landing on Eva. “I’m sorry,” he said, his voice barely above a whisper.Eva’s eyes narrowed. “Sorry? For what, exactly?”“For everything,” Eric said, his voice shaking. “For
Benjamin hesitated, taking in the luxurious yet understated decor that surrounded them. This was Chris’s doing—he could see it in every detail. The man had built a fortress, a sanctuary for Eva and her family.They were foolish to not have recognized his talent and worth all these years that had him living amongst them.“I came to apologize,” Benjamin said, his voice steady despite the storm of emotions inside him. “To you, to your family. And... to make things right.”Kate let out a bitter laugh. “Make things right? That’s rich, coming from you. Do you think showing up here with an apology is enough to undo everything you’ve done?”“I don’t,” Benjamin admitted, his gaze dropping to the floor. “But I had to try. I know I don’t deserve your forgiveness, but I need you to hear me out.”Eva folded her arms, studying him with a cold, calculating gaze. “Then speak.”Benjamin could see that it was impossible to get through Eva judging by the cold stare in her eyes. He stepped forward. “Bruc
As the night deepened, Eric and the two representatives sat in their car, the weight of their desperation growing heavier with each passing moment. They had hoped that Eva would still come out of the building as they didn't want to admit that she could be living in such an expensive mansion.However, it finally dawned upon them that Eva wasn't coming out after waiting for several hours. Eric felt bitter as it pained him to see that Eva was living the life of luxury….. the kind he always dreamed about.The Carter's drove back home in subtle silence and even though nothing was said the other representative could feel Eric burning rage but the main problem was thinking about how Benjamin would react when he heard the news of their discovery.****The Morning sunlight streamed through the windows of the luxurious mansion, casting a golden glow over the spacious interiors. Eva had just finished her breakfast and was preparing to leave for work when she noticed something unusual. From the l
Eva returned home that evening, her mind clouded with thoughts of the Carters' audacious behavior earlier that day. The memory of Eric's arrogant tone and his entitlement grated on her nerves, but she was determined not to let it ruin her evening. She stepped into the warm, inviting ambiance of the mansion, finding Chris seated in the living room, a glass of wine in hand and an air of calm about him.“Welcome back,” Chris greeted, his voice soft as he looked up at her. His sharp eyes immediately noted the tension in her posture. “Rough day?”Eva exhaled and sat down beside him, kicking off her heels. “You could say that,” she replied, leaning back against the plush cushions. “The Carters were at Cross Corporation again today.”Chris’s hand tightened slightly around his glass, though he kept his expression neutral. “What did they want this time?”“They were begging for a meeting,” Eva said, shaking her head. “I refused to see them, but they didn’t leave. They waited in the reception ar
As the Carters waited in the reception area of Cross Corporation, the tension in the air was palpable. Time seemed to crawl as they sat in near silence, the occasional murmur of distant phone calls and the soft hum of the building’s air conditioning system providing little comfort. Eric, his hands clenched into tight fists, could hardly sit still. The humiliation of being here—forced to beg for forgiveness from Eva, a woman who had once been part of their family, yet now was their greatest obstacle—was eating away at him. Every minute that ticked by felt like an eternity. The receptionist, efficient and unfazed by their presence, had told them that Eva was unavailable. That alone was enough to set Eric’s nerves on edge. Alan, the other representative accompanying him, tried to keep the peace, suggesting they wait patiently. “This is our only shot, Eric,” he said quietly. “We can't afford to make things worse.” But Eric was past the point of patience. The weight of their family's ru
The incident at the Carter residence had left a trail of rumors and whispers that had quickly spread through the high society of Brooklyn. Every elite family, once rivals or allies of the Carters, now speculated about the cause of the downfall. But no one dared to point fingers at the one responsible, especially not at Chris, the lowly son-in-law. After all, who would ever suspect a man living under another family’s roof? Yet, beneath the surface, Chris was the mastermind behind the fall of two once-proud families—the Ambroses and the Carters.Days had passed since the fall of the Carter family, and their reputation, once untouchable, was now a shadow of its former self. Their vast wealth had been seized by the banks, leaving them with nothing more than a dilapidated Victorian house to call home. Benjamin, the patriarch of the Carter family, sat in the small living room of their new residence, surrounded by his relatives. The room was filled with heavy silence, as each person seemed l