Married My Ex's Uncle In My Second Time
he begins, his tone dripping with satisfaction, “my father and I have plans in motion. Big plans. Alaric and his precious Drax won’t know what hit them.”
His friends lean in closer; their curiosity piqued. “What kind of plans?” one of them asks eagerly.
Derek smirks, savouring the moment. “We’re taking over the company,” he says, his voice filled with pride. “Bit by bit, with some help from a very powerful ally. Someone anonymous but very well-placed.”
Unbeknownst to Derek, a small recording device sits nestled under the table, its tiny red light blinking faintly. Every word he utters is captured, his overconfidence blinding him to the trap that’s been set.