Mr. Ethan immediately panics, breaking out in a cold sweat. No matter what, Tyler is still his brother. His blood. No matter how strenuous their relationship is, that can never be changed. How then can he stand by and watch him be assassinated?"Please let him off, Mr. Wood," he begs, falling to his knees and clutching Lucien's foot. "He is still my brother after all. Please do not murder him. For my sake please."Lucien doesn't respond. He doesn't even look down at Mr. Ethan or pretend to be the person he just spoke to; instead, he pulls out his phone, casually pushes Mr. Ethan's hand away from his foot, sits on one of Elliot's henchmen, and starts playing chess.Mr. Ethan grits his teeth and sighs exasperatedly. He crawls over to Lucien and grabs his foot once more. "Mr. Wood, please. I'm pleading with you. Declan is getting close to him. Please let him off. Please."Lucien remains deafeningly silent, focusing on the game he is playing.This gets Mr. Ethan agitated. Lucien's silence
As Jack speaks, he can't stop shivering. The events of the day he became the new helmsman of the Villes are still fresh in his mind. How can he forget how Lucien single-handedly tore his family apart?How can he forget that his uncle died as a result of it and his cousin got banished?If that wasn't enough to scare him, he had gone on a research to find out little things about Lucien and that's when he discovered he ran away six years ago and no one knows where he went or what he did there.He also went ahead to check his birth record, but found nothing! Nothing at all! It's as if Lucien appeared out of nowhere in Richmond.While he was deliberating on such shocking findings, Lucien suddenly called him that day and told him to stop what he was doing or else he shouldn't blame him for taking his breath away! How Lucien found out about his activities is still a mystery to him. A mystery he doesn't want to solve. In fact, he has stayed away from the search since that phone call.The youn
Earlier when he came back to Richmond after so many years, he had heard about Shadow Worldwide Company, its height as the no.1 company in the country, and its net worth.He was greatly enticed and wanted to get in touch with the Chairman so they could do some business that would most likely benefit him more, but he couldn't as the said chairman was keeping a low profile.Since that wouldn't work, he decided to go through Corbin Connor since he was the only one who knew his boss on a personal level and tried to use him to get the information he wanted. Corbin, however, refused to yield to him no matter how he persuaded him and how much money he offered.Lucien had sternly warned Corbin on different occasions about keeping his identity a secret so no matter how much and how mouthwatering the amounts were, it wasn't enough to move Corbin into selling Lucien's identity. He preferred to be killed than for him to release such information.Tyler could have dealt with him out of frustration a
"Hahaha, I told you he can't be that mysterious young chairman. I knew Mr. Bryson must have thought wrong!""Hmph! Did I argue with you? I knew that before you said it! I've never believed that that jinx can be anything awesome and would never will! He's such a disgrace to manhood!""Hehe, I agree with you! People like him are the reasons these 21st-century ladies are thinking they are better than us. Hah, how shameful it is that he can be so high and mighty while depending on a woman!""If I was him, I'll never get out of that house! I'll always be inside because how will I speak when my peers are speaking? Mere thinking about it is so disgusting and shameful! Well, far be it from me that I become him! Never! Even for a day, I wouldn't wish to be him!""Hahaha, but on another note, what about the voice just now? It sounded exactly like Mr. Corbin Connor, the general manager of Shadow Worldwide Company. I feel Mr. Bryson is right in that aspect.""Can you hear yourself? You spout nons
Tyler shudders. He knows he's been keeping tabs on that company? How? His pupils dilate in shock. But it quickly vanishes as this gives him an idea.If Lucien knew all this time that he has been keeping tabs on that company, doesn't that mean he purposefully avoided the company so he wouldn't be able to guess his identity?He smiles eerily and sneers. "You thought you were threatening me, but all you did was give me a rather interesting hint. You know, I'm curious how you knew I was keeping tabs on that company, and why you were watching it to the point of discovering I was always there. I'm also curious to know what business would keep a punk's eyes on such a great company."You see, I usually keep tabs on this Galaxy just to see how things are going. Only a company's owner would be so concerned about what's going on in his company that he wouldn't mind always keeping tabs on it! Lucien Wood, did you really think you'd be able to keep your identity hidden for so long? "You mysteriou
Pfft! Brianna can no longer stifle her laughter. She had been doing everything she could not to laugh, but Lucien's curse 'dummy doll' threw her off the cliff. How much she adores how sweet he is with words. His charisma and sense of humor are second to none.The people are amused as well. The fact that Lucien speaks without concern about Tyler's identity is thrilling in and of itself. And, after considering what Lucien said, they can for the first time see the logic in it. Indeed, it's all over Tyler. Old man is looking for every possible way to alleviate his shame.Besides, they still don't believe Lucien is anything interesting.Tyler's face reddens as he glares from Brianna to the people back to Lucien. "I...""Shut up. This discussion is over," Lucien abruptly cuts him off."How dare you?" Tyler berates him. "I'm free to speak whenever I want! Who are you to tell me to shut up?"Lucien snorts. "Declan, if this old dog speaks again, silence him forever!""Yes, Lucien!" As Declan
The people inhale sharply, their eyes widening dramatically and their hearts leaping into their bellies.When Lucien said he was going to take ownership of this Galaxy as struck in the deal, they didn't think he would be so brazen enough to go ahead with it. Isn't he afraid of death?"That loser is really something!""He has nothing to his name yet he wants to claim ownership of Mr. Bryson's Galaxy because of one useless bet.""How overbearing! He is courting death!" They exclaim disdainfully, their faces crinkled in anger and disgust.Declan frowns. Is everyone in this part of the country like this? This group of people never ceases to amaze him. They're a bunch of ass-lickers with three tongues!A few minutes ago, they were all present when the deal was struck. They are aware of everything that led to it.But now, because it's Lucien, they do not think he is worthy of redeeming the deal. Would they say the same thing if the tables were turned?"I must have been quiet for a long time!
George quickly opens his briefcase after slightly getting a grip on himself and pulls out some documents. Lorenzo does the same as they make their way to Tyler to present them to him and have him sign them.Tyler is extremely dejected. The Galaxy is all he has. It is all he managed to build after staging his death. If he loses it, he may never rise again and will be reduced to the status of a beggar.His eyes are welling up with tears. His body shivers with agitation, and his heart pants.His world appears to be crumbling right before his eyes, and he is powerless to stop it.He is now sorry for his actions. If he had known Lucien was powerful enough to call over his brother, he would never have made that deal with him. If only he'd known.He was clouded with his fury to shame him. Now, he is the one being shamed. How unbearable!"Please sign here, here, here, and here, Mr. Bryson," George and Lorenzo say as they reach Tyler, holding out four documents for him and pointing at the pa
As Lucien and Juliet walk through the door, into their room, Juliet bolts the door. The next second, she drops her nightgown.Lucien is backing her as he is trying to rid his body of his clothes. So, he is oblivious to this.Taking that as an opportunity, Juliet slowly frees herself of her panties and bra, standing in all her glory. It doesn't take long for her cheeks to flush red. For more than an hour now, she has been so aroused.Her mind couldn't stop flashing in her eyes what she and Lucien were doing before they noticed Brianna. The images got her so aroused. At a point, she began feeling helpless. In the space of two or three hours, she freshened up more than twelve times. Each time the urge was so much, she would rush into the bathroom and pour water on her body so she can calm down.But Lucien is here now. She doesn't know if she can wait any longer. No, she doesn't think she can. She slowly walks up to him at the same time Lucien is removing his pants and hugs him from behi
The ride to Dragon bay is a quick one as in the blink of an eye, the chauffeur pulls over in front of the gigantic gate, which appears to be glowing in the dark, making everywhere look so breathtaking."Wow," Brianna gasps whilst shivering in excitement. As soon as Lucien alights, she quickly follows him. But Lucien halts, causing her to groan. Her curiosity is at its zenith."You can leave now, Bryson, we will speak on the phone. Have a good night.""Alright, Mr. Wood. Have a good night's rest as well," Mr. Ethan replies reverently and taps his chauffeur who had been lost staring at the magnificent buildings behind the gate as if his life depended on them. "Let's go."The chauffeur snaps out of his reverie and nods, revising the car and zooming away.Lucien stares at the duty post of the old man from earlier and sees no one in it. Good, the man left. He then brings out his phone and dials Juliet's number."Honey," Juliet's sweet but tense voice sounds from the end of the line."Mi a
Brianna is perplexed. She furrows her brows as she asks, "How?"At this moment, before Declan can say anything, the car comes to a sudden halt and soft knocks are heard on the two glasses. Lucien unwinds one while Declan unwinds the other. It is the two Jacks and Tyler."You said you would be leaving for Washington, D.C. tomorrow, Mr. Wood, are we coming with you?" Tyler asks."Nope," Lucien doesn't waste a second shaking his head. "I'll be going with Declan alone. This is a family matter. Besides, as you guys know, it is Washington, D.C. that I'm going to this time, not some minor city around Richmond, your powers will be useless over there. Just enjoy your rest.""But this is also Washington, D.C., Mr. Wood, how would you survive over there alone if the Pearsons choose to attack? I heard they are one of the major families there.""It's a family in Washington, D.C., what can they possibly do to Lucien?" Declan retorts smugly. "You guys should just take a chill pill, we will meet you
Brianna is confused at Lucien's response to Declan. Of course, she knows who Ellison is but what she doesn't understand is what Ellison has done that Lucien plans to pay him a visit and seek an explanation. It should not be forgotten that Brianna was kidnapped before Ellison's men arrived to destroy the Mansion earlier so she has no idea that her family Mansion has been destroyed.She can only look at Lucien and asks, "What happened, Lucien? Why are you preparing to visit my dad's half-brother? What did he do this time?""It's like this," for several minutes, despite the fact that he wasn't the one asked, Declan takes his time to explain everything to her.By the time he is done, Brianna is not the only one boiling in rage, Nikki, Tyler, and the two Jacks can't also help the rage surging through them. Just like Brianna, they had no idea something of such happened before they left for East Highland Park. Hah! They are so shocked!"If the Mansion was destroyed, where then are we going
"This is the Douglas family Manor, what does what I'm doing here got to do with you?!" Brooks glares right back at Brianna and retorts coldly. It is safe to say that Brooks and Brianna share the same manner of animosity toward each other. Brooks is the reason the Pearsons ever fell. Brooks is the reason Juliet stabbed herself. Brooks also tried to kill Lucien.There's no how Brianna wouldn't hate someone who did all this. If she has her way, she would have ripped him to threads!On the other hand, Brianna was the only trump card Brooks had to get Lucien into his trap. He had also been salivating fucking her so many times till there was nothing more left to fuck.One could imagine how angry he is that all his plans have failed. And now, the same Brianna is questioning him? He wishes he can rip her useless tongue out of her mouth."Do you guys know each other?!" Seeing the grave animosity between the gent and lady, Ryan can't help but ask."Nah," after a while, Brianna shakes her head.
Muah!Muah!A soft sound echoes as Helen kisses Lucien's feet. The next moment, the Douglases also begin approaching Lucien one by one and kissing his feet. This goes on for more than twenty minutes before it finally comes to an end.Lucien is quite emotional. These people at the very last moment suddenly exalted him to the status of a God in their hearts. It's not something that happens often. A drop of tear slips from his eyes, silently dropping down to the floor."Lucien shed a tear," Declan gasps. The last time he saw Lucien shed a tear was when the young man Ares, told him about his parent's demise. Lucien hardly cries!He looks at the Douglases and says deeply, "You guys are damn lucky! You made Lucien shed a tear. Consider yourselves family from now on! Lucien would protect you all as a lion would his cub, as a father would his child, as a human being would his pupils, and as a God would his creatures!""Thank you, Mr. Wood! Thank you, Master!" The Douglases exclaim, so delig
All her life, Ava has always dreamed to live with and in power. It's not wrong to say she orchestrated everything. Yes, Hugo and Joseph used to be close brothers who were always there for each other. In the past, people who had no idea of their identity often mistook them for twins. This is because they wore identical clothes, went everywhere together, pursued the same type of girls, ate together, often bathed together, and were never seen apart.Even when Joseph became the helmsman, he never abandoned Hugo for one day, he always took him along and often asked for his advice before he made certain decisions for the family. It is safe to say that both of them ruled the family together without anyone knowing.But things began changing the moment Ava came into Hugo's life. She started planting evil seeds in him. Especially, when she found out that he and Joseph actually ruled the family together. At nights, when they were about sleep after lovemaking, she would begin telling him how goo
Brianna's face darkens. "Don't even think about it!" She snaps at Nikki, covers the remaining space between her and Declan, and takes his hand into hers. "He is mine! Go get yours!""I am yours?" Declan raises a brow at her. "Since when did I become yours?!""Ah, Mr. Declan, shouldn't you be happy?!" Helen eyes him up and down. "A few minutes ago, when you attacked Mr. Douglas, you had said he dared touch your woman. Just now, you were also apologizing to Ms. Brianna. From the look of things, you like her! Shouldn't you be happy she is accepting you?!""Uhm," Declan scratches his hair. That really happened. He definitely can't deny it."You really said I'm yours?" Brianna looks into his eyes and asks."I-" Declan nibbles on his lower lip. He actually said that to high his vigor so he would be able to attack Hugo. It's not like Brianna is actually his woman. They only had sex so how can she be his woman? He clearly lied!"I get it. You don't know what we are. But tell me, do you like m
"He has us in mind! See, he planned to pledge allegiance to Mr. Wood once he became the helmsman so he will lead the family to greater heights. He is just like his father. Selfless and always searching for every opportunity to move the family higher."A pity we listened to Hugo and Ava and killed him off with that accident. We even killed his baby mama. He was going to marry her that day and make her a real Douglas, therefore making Ryan a legitimate child! But we-" one of the elders, out of excitement, unconsciously blurts things he shouldn't have.By the time he regains himself and tries to shut his mouth, it's already too late! He had already dropped the bomb!"What?!" From the other end, Ryan who is still on the line, roars and jerks up, scaring the brunettes before him.He had always thought there was something off about the story of his parent's death Hugo told him when he was little. So he didn't think wrong all this time! His instincts never lied! Indeed, there is something of