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TAMING THE REJECTED SON OF A BILLIONAIREย ย ย chapter 45
Just as Adrian and Grace were preparing to leave, Harriet, the housekeeper, suddenly stepped forward. Her expression was calm but firm as she cleared her throat."Mrs. Grace, before you go... I wanted to let you know that Iโm resigning."Silence fell over the room.Mr. Williams raised an eyebrow. "Resigning? Why so suddenly, Harriet? You've been with this household for years."Harriet glanced at Grace before bowing slightly. "Iโve fulfilled my duty."Adrianโs brows furrowed in confusion. "What duty?"Harriet turned to him, but it was Grace who answered."She was working for me," Grace admitted, her voice calm yet firm.Everyone, including Adrian, stared at her in disbelief."What?" Adrian asked, his eyes widening.Harriet nodded. "Mrs. Grace has been the one ensuring that Margaret and Benson were watched. I was following her instructions all along."Mr. Williams looked between Grace and Harriet, his expression unreadable. "Are you telling me that you were the one keeping tabs on Marga
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With the evidence in hand, Adrian wasted no time. He scheduled an emergency board meeting and had all the suspects summoned. The air was thick with tension as they filed into the conference room, their faces masked with uncertainty.Mr. Williams sat at the head of the table, his expression unreadable. Adrian stood beside him, his cold gaze sweeping over the room."I assume you all know why you're here," Adrian began, placing a stack of documents on the table. "It has come to my attention that there are traitors within this companyโpeople who have been feeding confidential information to outsiders."The room fell silent. A few exchanged nervous glances, but no one dared to speak.Adrian continued, "I've set up traps over the last few days, and those who took the bait have now been exposed. Security, please bring in the evidence."Two security officers entered, handing out printed call logs, leaked financial reports, and screenshots of unauthorized access attempts. Gasps filled the room
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Adrian wasted no time. He instructed Richard to set up an internal investigation, discreetly tracking suspicious activities within the company. Meanwhile, he laid a trapโone that would lead Margret right into his hands.He leaked false information about a supposed financial crisis in Williams Corporation, knowing she would rush to share it with Charles Hawk.And just as expected, Margret took the bait.That evening, Margret met Charles Hawk in the same private lounge.โYou were right, Charles,โ she whispered, sliding a folder across the table. โWilliams Corporation is in deeper trouble than we thought. Theyโre struggling with liquidity issues. Their recent deal in Europe is failing, and Adrian is panicking.โCharles smirked as he opened the folder. โAnd youโre sure this is accurate?โMargret crossed her legs confidently. โI got this straight from Adrianโs office.โUnbeknownst to her, a small recording device hidden in the centerpiece of the table had captured every word. And on the ot
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William sat in his office, staring at the companyโs logo that had been his pride and legacy for decades. He knew it was time to step down, to pass the torch to Adrian. But there was a problemโhis son had already built something of his own. Adrian was no longer just the heir to Williams Corporation; he was a powerful businessman in his own right.That evening, William invited Adrian to his private study. "Son, itโs time. Iโm retiring."Adrianโs eyes narrowed. "I expected that, but whatโs your plan?"William leaned back. "I want you to take over Williams Corporation."Adrian sighed. "Dad, I have my own company to run. I canโt just abandon everything Iโve built."William nodded. "I know, and I admire what youโve done. But this company is your legacy too. I built it for you, for our family. I need to know itโs in safe hands."Adrian hesitated. "I wonโt let it fall, but I canโt be at the helm of both companies."William studied his son for a moment before saying, "Then we find another way.
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Margret wasted no time putting her plan into motion. She met with a few key board members who were still loyal to her, promising them wealth and power if they helped her destabilize Williams Corporation. Some were hesitant, afraid of Adrianโs influence, but othersโthose who had benefited from her schemes in the pastโwere willing to take the risk.She sat in a luxurious private lounge with two senior executives, Mr. Conrad and Mr. Liu, both of whom had worked under Williams for years."Youโve seen whatโs happening," Margret said smoothly, sipping her wine. "Adrian is reshaping the company, getting rid of anyone he deems untrustworthy. Itโs only a matter of time before you two are next."Mr. Conrad frowned. "What exactly are you suggesting?"Margret leaned in. "Iโm offering you a way outโbefore Adrian tightens his grip. If we create enough instability, the shareholders will panic, and Adrian will struggle to keep control."Mr. Liu shifted uncomfortably. "You mean sabotage?"Margret smir
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Benson sat in his office, gripping the edge of his desk as he replayed the recent events in his mind. His motherโs plans had failed miserably, and Adrian had outmaneuvered her once again. He had warned her, but she never listened. Now, the company was slipping further from their grasp.Just then, Derrick walked in, his face unreadable. โI told you your mother is reckless,โ he said, shutting the door behind him.Benson clenched his jaw. โAnd you think youโre any better? You abandoned me and now suddenly want to act like a father?โDerrick sighed. โI didnโt abandon you, Benson. I made choices that kept you safe, even if you donโt see it that way.โBenson scoffed. โSafe? You left me to grow up thinking I was another manโs son, fighting for an inheritance that was never mine to begin with!โDerrick stepped closer. โAnd if I had told you the truth? You think William would have let you stay in his house? He would have thrown you and your mother out in an instant.โBenson fell silent. He hat
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Benson hesitated before finally making his way to Margretโs house. When he arrived, he found her pacing back and forth in the dimly lit living room.โWhatโs so urgent, Mother?โ he asked, arms crossed.Margret turned to face him, her eyes filled with desperation. โWe have to act now, Benson. William is getting closer to retiring, and if we donโt take control before he officially hands everything to Adrian, weโll lose everything.โBenson sighed. โAnd what exactly do you want me to do?โMargret stepped closer, lowering her voice. โWe have to remove Adrian from the equationโฆ permanently.โBensonโs heart skipped a beat. He stared at her in shock. โYou want to kill him?โMargret huffed. โIf thatโs what it takes! Weโve come too far to let everything slip through our fingers now.โBenson felt a knot in his stomach. He had done a lot of questionable things, but this? This was crossing the line.โI canโt do that,โ he said firmly.Margretโs expression darkened. โYouโre weak, just like William al
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After everything that had happenedโthe betrayals, the lies, and the chaosโAdrian and Grace finally had a moment to breathe.That evening, as they stood on the balcony of their home, overlooking the city skyline, Grace leaned into Adrianโs arms. The warmth of his embrace felt different this time. It wasnโt burdened with stress or fear. It was peaceful.โItโs finally over,โ Grace whispered.Adrian kissed her forehead. โYes. And now, we focus on us.โGrace smiled. โItโs been a while since we justโฆ enjoyed being together.โAdrian sighed, guilt creeping into his voice. โI know. Iโve been caught up in everything. I shouldโve made more time for us.โShe cupped his face, her eyes filled with understanding. โYou were protecting our future, Adrian. And now, we finally have one.โA week later, Adrian surprised Grace with an impromptu trip to a secluded beach resort.โNo business calls. No distractions. Just you and me,โ he declared as they arrived.Grace laughed. โI love this side of you.โFor t
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TAMING THE REJECTED SON OF A BILLIONAIREย ย ย chapter 70
The Williams estate had never looked so magnificent. Golden lanterns lined the garden pathways, casting a warm glow as the grand celebration unfolded. A cool evening breeze carried the scent of fresh roses and jasmine, blending with the melodies of a live orchestra playing in the background. Guests dressed in the finest attire mingled, their glasses clinking in joyous toasts.This was a night of celebrationโnot just for wealth and success, but for truth, redemption, and love.At the heart of the event, Mr. William stood beside Grace, his eyes gleaming with pride as he raised a glass to address the guests.โTonight, we honor not just a lost daughter, but a strong woman who fought for her place in this family. Grace, my child, welcome home.โApplause erupted. Grace swallowed the lump in her throat, overwhelmed by the acceptance she had craved all her life. She glanced at Adrian, who gave her an encouraging nod, his hand firmly holding hers.She stepped forward, her voice steady but emot
TAMING THE REJECTED SON OF A BILLIONAIREย ย ย chapter 69
As the night continued, laughter and celebration filled the air. Grace basked in the warmth of her newfound family, unaware of the danger lurking just outside the estate.Diana stood in the shadows, her eyes never leaving Grace. She held the USB drive tightly in her palm, her mind racing through her plan. She had spent weeks gathering fabricated evidence, working with her accomplice to create a scandal that would ruin Graceโs image before she could fully settle into her new life.Beside her, the mysterious man smirked. โAre you sure you want to do this now? Sheโs got a lot of support.โDianaโs lips curled into a sinister grin. โThatโs exactly why we have to do it now. The higher she climbs, the harder sheโll fall.โInside the grand ballroom, Grace felt a vibration against her palm. She glanced down at her phone and saw an unknown number flashing on the screen.Frowning, she excused herself from the crowd and stepped onto the balcony, pressing the phone to her ear.โHello?โA deep voic
TAMING THE REJECTED SON OF A BILLIONAIREย ย ย chapter 68
The night was eerily silent as Adrian and Grace arrived at the old estate. The grand mansion, once filled with warmth and laughter, now stood as a dark shadow of its past. The wind howled through the broken windows, sending an unsettling chill down Graceโs spine.Adrian squeezed her hand. โStay close to me. If anything seems off, we leave.โGrace nodded, her heart pounding. She had spent so long uncovering the truth, and now, she was moments away from facing the woman who had tormented her family.They pushed open the heavy wooden doors and stepped inside. The grand hall was dimly lit by flickering chandeliers, their light barely piercing the darkness. At the far end, a lone figure stoodโMargret.She turned slowly, a wicked smile playing on her lips. โYou actually came. I knew you would.โAdrian took a step forward, his eyes locked on her. โCut the games, Margret. You wanted us here. Now talk.โMargret let out a low chuckle, her eyes gleaming with malice. โYou think youโve won, donโt
TAMING THE REJECTED SON OF A BILLIONAIREย ย ย chapter 67
As the night of celebration came to an end, Grace and Adrian returned home, unaware of the dark clouds gathering around them. Grace, exhausted from the whirlwind of emotions, settled into Adrianโs arms."Tonight was perfect," she murmured, running her fingers through his hair.Adrian smiled, pressing a kiss to her forehead. "It was, but we both know peace never lasts long with people like Benson and Margret lurking around."Grace sighed. "I just wish, for once, theyโd let us live our lives."Adrian tightened his hold around her. "Whatever theyโre planning, weโll face it together."Meanwhile, Benson was far from done. He stormed into Margretโs suite, his jaw tight with frustration."What the hell were you thinking, siding with those men? Do you even realize the mess youโre dragging me into?"Margret remained calm, sipping her wine. "I know exactly what Iโm doing, Benson. Youโre the one who doesnโt understand the game."Bensonโs eyes darkened. "You still think you can outsmart Adrian an
TAMING THE REJECTED SON OF A BILLIONAIREย ย ย chapter 66
That evening, Grace arrived at the dimly lit cafรฉ where Brenda had asked to meet her. The air was thick with the scent of freshly brewed coffee, but Grace had no appetite for itโher instincts screamed that something was off.Brenda was already seated in a corner booth, her hands wrapped around a cup of tea. When she saw Grace, her lips curled into a smile, but her eyes held something unreadable."You actually came," Brenda murmured, gesturing for Grace to sit.Grace slid into the seat, keeping her posture guarded. "You said you had something to tell me."Brenda sighed dramatically. "Oh, Grace, you have no idea whatโs been happening behind your back. Your so-called family? They were never looking for you. They were looking for someone they could control. Thatโs why Iโ"She stopped abruptly, catching herself.Grace narrowed her eyes. "You what, Brenda?"Brenda leaned forward, her expression suddenly desperate. "I was supposed to be the one. I was supposed to be their daughter, Grace. Bu
TAMING THE REJECTED SON OF A BILLIONAIREย ย ย chapter 65
As the glamorous gala continued, the hall was filled with laughter, music, and celebration. Grace had finally found her true placeโwith a family that cherished her, a husband who adored her, and a life free of the deception that had tried to tear her down.But not everyone was happy.From the far end of the hall, a pair of eyes burned with resentment, watching Grace bask in her newfound happiness.The woman who had pretended to be the lost Lennox daughterโClaraโhad been exposed, humiliated, and dragged away by the police just days before. However, her hatred for Grace had only intensified behind bars.And she wasn't the only one.At the back of the estate, where the celebration lights barely reached, a black car was parked discreetly. Inside, a figure sat in the driver's seat, tapping his fingers against the steering wheel impatiently."Sheโs glowing like a damn queen," he muttered, watching Grace through a pair of binoculars. His face twisted with hatred. "That should have been Clara
TAMING THE REJECTED SON OF A BILLIONAIREย ย ย chapter 64
The Lennox estate was no longer a place of peaceโit had become a battlefield. Isabella wasted no time asserting herself as the "rightful" heir, basking in the attention and respect she believed she deserved. She walked through the grand halls like a queen, flashing a smug smile whenever she passed Grace.Eleanor, unable to accept this sudden revelation, grew withdrawn. She barely ate, and the sorrow in her eyes broke Alexanderโs heart. Adrian, on the other hand, was restless. His gut told him something was wrong, and he wasnโt going to let Isabellaโs smug face fool him.One evening, as Adrian sat in his office combing through the DNA reports again, something caught his eye."This doesnโt make sense," he murmured.The report bore the name of a reputable lab, but something about the formatting feltโฆ off. He compared it to an old DNA report from the same lab and noticed slight inconsistencies in the font, structure, and signature placement.His heart pounded. Could Isabella have forged t
TAMING THE REJECTED SON OF A BILLIONAIREย ย ย chapter 63
The room fell into an unbearable silence as Graceโs mind reeled with the truth. Her pulse was racing, her hands trembling. She looked at Eleanor, the woman claiming to be her mother, then at Alexander, who had a commanding presence that reminded her so much of Adrianโs father.โI donโt know what to say,โ Grace admitted, her voice barely above a whisper.Eleanor took a cautious step forward, her eyes desperate and hopeful. โI donโt expect you to accept this immediately, my love. I just want a chance. A chance to prove to you that I never stopped loving you.โGraceโs jaw clenched. โIf you loved me so much, why didnโt you fight for me? Why did you let my grandmother raise me all these years while I struggled, thinking I had no one but her?โEleanorโs tears spilled over. โI tried, Grace. Believe me, I tried. I searched for you for years, but your grandmother ensured that every trace of you was erased. She made sure that you would never find out about me, and by the time I discovered where
TAMING THE REJECTED SON OF A BILLIONAIREย ย ย chapter 62
As Adrian left the prison, Margret slammed her fists against the table, seething with rage. She had counted on Adrianโs fearโhis desperation to protect his familyโto make him surrender. But now, she was trapped.Derrick entered, shaking his head. โYou should have kept your mouth shut, Margret.โShe shot him a glare. โIโm not done yet. Thereโs always another way.โDerrick sighed. โNot this time. Adrian already countered your blackmail. The legal team got ahead of the story, and Williamโs company released a statement proving all the shady deals were your doing, not Adrianโs.โMargretโs blood ran cold. โThatโs impossible.โDerrick smirked. โWilliam knew youโd try something like this. He had a contingency plan. Every illegal deal was traced back to you. Youโre the only one facing charges.โMargretโs body slumped in the chair. โNoโฆ No, this isnโt how it was supposed to end.โDerrick leaned in, his voice dripping with satisfaction. โOh, but it is, Margret. You finally played your last cardโ
