For the second time, Michael felt a thick aura of fear from William. He had never thought that his brother-in-law, who had always despised him, would turn into a figure capable of exerting such pressure.When they entered the Lysander family residence, the initially tense atmosphere seemed to dissipate in an instant with a warm welcome from Emma Lysander. Tears of worry and relief mixed on her face as she saw that Michael had returned safely."Michael!" Emma exclaimed as she ran over and hugged her brother. "Oh, thank God you're safe. I was so worried."Michael smiled slightly, feeling the warmth of his sister Liliana's embrace. Emma Lysander then turned to William, "Thank you William. Thank you for bringing Michael back. I don't know what would have happened if you hadn't helped him."William, with his cold demeanor, replied, "No need to thank me. I just did what I had to do." Still, there was a gentle gleam in his eyes, if only for a moment.The conversation continued in the warm ro
The day had passed like running water, so fast, with nothing to slow it down. William, who had planned something with Michael, was waiting for the right moment to make his move. He, who was now exploring his mind, sat looking at the sky from the window of his room.Charlotte, who looked at William with questioning eyes. It was the first time she had seen William silent and in deep thought."William, what are you doing?" Charlotte asked quietly as she came closer.William looked away from the window and smiled at Charlotte. "Oh, nothing in particular, Charlotte. I'm just thinking about the next step after all this is over. Michael is safe, but there are other things I have to deal with."Charlotte sat down next to William and tried to read his expression. "Are you thinking of ways to deal with your uncle and his wife, William? You always have a well thought out plan. To me, that's one of the most interesting things about you."William smiled and nodded. "You're right, Charlotte. I have
"They will move here. To Litusia City." William said with a surprised look on his face."Who are they? Your aunt and uncle?" asked Charlotte with a curious expression."Yes Charlotte. My uncle and his wife are moving to Litusia temporarily. I don't know what their purpose is, but this will be a good opportunity for me to take revenge," William said with a look of angry fervor.Charlotte couldn't help but notice the fire in William's anger. Realizing that this was not a good thing, Charlotte tried to calm her husband down. She did not want William to be consumed by his own vengeance and forget who he was. With gentle and very slow movements, Charlotte embraced William from behind."I know you hate her so much. But remember, don't get too carried away with your resentment because it will destroy you." Charlotte whispered in William's ear.William felt the warmth in Charlotte's embrace and it was enough to make him sink. He realized that Charlotte was right, revenge can be a self-destruc
Charlotte agreed and nodded her head, "Whatever happens will happen. We'll think about the next step after mom gives us her answer. Now we'd better get something to eat because the sun is starting to rise." William smiled, "You're right Charlotte, I'm getting hungry too."The atmosphere in the dining room was filled with the tantalizing aroma of Charlotte's cooking. A pot of warm chicken gruel was placed in the center of the beautiful table. Immediately, the room was filled with warmth and cheerfulness, making it a cozy place to have breakfast together.William sat in a chair with a bright smile on his face, looking forward to the special dish Charlotte had prepared. Their eyes met, full of love and togetherness. Charlotte, with an apron around her waist, approached the table with some plates, spoons and a cup of hot tea.The scene at the breakfast table was enticing. The chicken porridge tasted delicious and looked so enticing with the tender pieces of chicken, sliced scallions, and
"Then it's time for me to use Michael to convince your stepmother to come over to our side," William said."What does Michael have to do with any of this? I don't know what you're talking about, William," Charlotte wondered.Charlotte was no fool, in fact she was quite an intelligent woman, from her school days to her successful career in corporate management. In school, Charlotte was known as a student who excelled in every subject. Not only did she receive high grades, but she was also active in various extracurricular activities.Her outstanding academic performance led her to win several awards and become a respected figure among her classmates and teachers. Charlotte's ability to solve problems and analyze situations was evident early on.After graduating from college with a prestigious degree, Charlotte entered the business world with confidence. She has excellent management skills and is able to make the right decisions in difficult situations. Her success in managing a dying f
William chuckled at his wife's laugh inducing behavior, "I have to admit that this office has an even better design than mine. I think the Salazar Group could copy this office to make it less boring."Charlotte smiled proudly, "You know, I always try my best, both in business and in office design. It's a good investment to create a comfortable and motivating work environment. How about we take a tour and I show you the other rooms?"William agreed, and the two walked through the office. Charlotte explains every detail of the design, the open workspace concept that encourages collaboration, and the breakout rooms equipped with modern amenities. Every corner of the office exudes a dynamic and professional atmosphere that reflects the company's vision and mission."Everything looks so nice, Charlotte. I have to admit, you have done a great job creating this environment. I'm proud of you," William said sincerely as the two finished their tour."So that means I'm going to be treated by you
William smiled and shook his head, "No problem, Charlotte. The family business is part of my responsibility as well. Besides, I'm a field manager, my job doesn't require me to be in the office all the time. So when and where is the meeting with Royal Litusia Hospital?"Charlotte then replied, "The meeting is scheduled for this afternoon at 02.00 pm at Royal Litusia Hospital. You can manage to keep your schedule less busy, right?"William nodded, "I can definitely arrange everything. And don't worry, I'll help with the meeting as much as I can. We have to make sure that this company owned by the Lysander family is not defrauded."Charlotte smiled, "Thank you William. I knew, I could count on you for that.""I'll see you at 02:00 PM then. I have work to do, so bye." William, not wanting to be seen as idle, left for the Salazar Group office. Even though, as the owner of the company, he only had to check the report Xavier had given him.Seconds turned into minutes, then minutes turned int
William, while remaining firm, began to see obstacles to reaching the agreement he wanted. Charlotte tries to signal William to be more flexible, but the opposition between William and Adam becomes more difficult to overcome.The meeting continues with tensions rising and the hoped-for agreement becoming more elusive, and the scene in the room increasingly reflects the tension that fills the air. The light coming in through the windows seems to accentuate the lines of tension on the faces of the meeting participants. The sound of footsteps and hushed whispers created an increasingly tense atmosphere.Not a single spark of laughter or smile slipped between the interactions of the two warring parties. Every word was carefully considered, and every glance was filled with suspicion and a desire to win.In the center of the meeting room, the sturdy table looked like a battlefield where arguments clashed and disputes raged. Documents were scattered across the table, silent witnesses to the