Just an hour after Alex's call, trouble struck on Rupert's side. One of their major deals with their biggest business partner had been leaked to the Cameron authorities, and their goods worth billions had been confiscated by the police. It was a devastating blow and a huge loss to their organization.Rupert smashed his phone against the wall in a fit of rage when he received a brief message from Alex. He had truly underestimated his ruthlessness and had almost forgotten that his powerful influence already stretched across both Cameron City and Finnland. He was not just a simple opponent. The circulating rumors about him were all real.Burning with irritation, he gulped down a glass of his expensive whiskey. The liquid scorched his throat, yet it was the only way he could vent his anger. The effect of the alcohol slowly eased the tension running through his veins. He badly wanted to bury Alex alive, if only he wasn't familiar to him.. He cursed himself repeatedly, feeling the weight o
Mandy was dragged into the cold, dimly lit chamber deep within Rupert’s sanctuary. The scent of old, rusted iron filled her nostrils. Her wrists were bound tightly with thick metal chains, her arms stretched above her head, leaving her completely defenseless.For the first time in her life, she had never appeared so pitiful like this. She had always been proud, living a glorious life as the distinguished Mrs. Croft, yet she never expected that everything would be taken away from her in the blink of an eye. And now, the one person she thought she could turn to, the one she believed she could lean on, was the very person subjecting her to this cruel fate.She gritted her teeth in rage, her eyes turning bloodshot as vengeance consumed her thoughts. This was not the end for her. She would make sure of that. And when she returned, every single one of them would pay.That wretched Ellie and Eve… all of them.A few minutes later, the heavy door burst open, and Rupert stepped inside. His tow
The heavy door slammed shut, leaving behind a silence that felt heavier than words. Alex was gone, but his presence still lingered in the air.Rupert remained motionless in his seat, his fingers resting idly on the smooth surface of the table. His expression was still but his mind was already working like a well-oiled machine, piecing together the night’s events, dissecting every word and every unspoken threat.A debt repaid.Rupert had always known that one day, his past or the people tied to it would come back, demanding something. That was the way of their world. No sin went unpaid. No betrayal was ever truly buried. He just had not expected Mandy to be the reason for tonight’s meeting.His fingers curled slightly, and his gaze darkened.Mandy..She had been reckless since the day he met her. Always chasing danger, always overstepping, thinking she was untouchable because she had his name behind her. But she was not untouchabl
The Black Monarch was more than just a pub. It was a place where the elite came to indulge, escape, and hide behind the illusion of sophistication. Beneath its warm, sophisticated lighting, deals were struck over expensive whiskey, but tonight, it served a different purpose. A luxurious black Mercedes-Maybach pulled up outside the grand entrance. The doormen immediately straightened, recognizing the significance of the arrival. The polished exterior reflected the streetlights, a silent display of wealth and power. Rupert Langley stepped out first. At first glance, he didn’t fit the image of a man who ruled the underworld. There was no exaggerated arrogance, no overt ruthlessness. Instead, he carried an effortless grace...calm, composed and almost too still. As he entered, his sharp gaze swept across the lavish interior. He moved with confidence, his presence never demanding attention yet impossible to ignore.
Eve’s hospital room was heavily guarded ever since Alex returned from his business trip abroad. Despite being by her side at all times, he wasn’t taking any chances. With the situation growing more dangerous and their plan to lure the enemy unfolding, his family's safety was his top priority. To ensure their protection, Alex moved Ellie, Perry, and his mother to Autumn Garden, his most secure and impenetrable estate. It was a precautionary measure for the time being. As long as Mandy was still out there, backed by a powerful figure, no one was truly safe. Their security was reinforced by Samuel’s men, with guards stationed at every possible entry point.When Kelly arrived at the hospital to visit her best friend, she was stunned by the level of security outside Eve’s VIP suite. The guards didn’t allow her inside immediately, insisting on confirming her identity with their master first. Only after receiving approval was she finally permitted entry.As soon
The private lounge in the hospital was eerily quiet. Only Samuel and Alex remained, both knowing there was much to discuss.Alex stood by the window, his hands in his pockets, his eyes stormy with fury. Samuel sat in one of the armchairs, his expression rigid, expecting the conversation to center on the recent tragedy that had befallen Evie. He had no doubt that his son-in-law had already uncovered something.Just an hour ago, Alex had received the final reports from Earl and Daniel’s separate investigations. They had successfully captured the suspicious woman who had entered the women’s restroom moments before Eve. Daniel confirmed she was one of Rupert Langley’s subordinates.For a while, neither of them spoke. The silence was unbreakable. Then, Alex finally spoke on his low and cutting voice.“Mandy did it.”Samuel stiffened, his brows knitting in confusion. “Mandy did what?”Alex turned to him, his expression razor-sharp. “She orchestrated Eve’s miscarriage.”Samuel’s stomach twis