Lord Chapter 16

Chapter 16 Jinx

“I’ve told you before,” Caspian said. “No one should know about my identity, including my wife. Just do as I say.

“Sure,” said Miranda.

“While she holds the post, she’ll get to decide the partners of all our projects. However, you shall inform her she doesn’t have permission to collaborate with the Stewart family. If she insists, she must apply to the CEO’s office.”

Caspian told the Stewarts last night they couldn’t beg him and Willow for help. They scoffed at his words then and asked him to get lost.

But now, he incidentally fired Wilson, the current project director. I

ened in good time. Willow could

assume the role instead. It would also benefit the company she established.

By then, Willow would have the authority to choose the partners for Southlake Corporation’s projects. He would love to see how those snobs from the Stewart family begged her for a chance.

“Sure. I’ll let her know when the time comes,” said Miranda.

“After she starts working, you shall assist her and make sure she knows her way about the corporation’s operation as soon as possible. I’m not interested in business. My seat will be hers in the future.”

Caspian, or Lord Caspian, was the leader of his troops at the borders. He was concerned with the security of Diatoran. His job was to protect his country.

He wasn’t in the least interested in the business industry.

He bought over Southlake Corporation as a gift for Willow. She would have to give her all to scout for resources and networks for her small company. He didn’t want her to be so tired.

His wife strived to succeed in her career, so he would help her reach the top.

Besides, according to Sylvia’s intel, he had a gut feeling there would be a war again. A storm was brewing at the borders of Diatoran. Their enemies could make a comeback soon.

Therefore, he arranged for Willow to take over the largest corporation in Southlake City-Southlake Corporation as quickly as possible.

As for the Hudson family, the Stewart family, and the employees in her company who looked down on him, Caspian didn’t want to waste his time dealing with them.

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If Diatoran was safe, he might mess around with them to pass the time.

But now, war was incoming. Protecting the country was his priority.

“Don’t worry, Mr. Lynch. I’ll do my best to assist your wife.” After Miranda knew Willow was their future CEO, she would spare no effort to help her.

Caspian stood and went to the window. On the 66th floor, he could overlook the entire Southlake City.

High-rise buildings were everywhere in the city, but none was as magnificent as Southlake Corporation.

Caspian stood upright like a sturdy pine tree. His eyes sparkled as he muttered, “Willow, from now on, those who bring you unhappiness will come before you and beg for your mercy.

“I promise you will be the happiest woman on earth!”

Miranda stood behind him and watched as he looked down on the world around him. She felt dazed.

How lovely it would be if she had a husband like him! Southlake City’s media condemned him for being a good-for-nothing husband. But he was actually the new CEO of Southlake Corporation. Willow would be so surprised if she knew!

Miranda thought, “One should never judge a book by its cover!”

Suddenly, Caspian turned around and saw Miranda gazing at him fondly. He asked, “Why are you staring at me?”

Miranda quickly gathered herself. Her cheeks burned. “Y-Your feelings for Ms. Stewart moved me. You’re very nice to your wife.’

Caspian nodded. “Give me your contact number. Contact me if anything happens.”

Meanwhile, Wilson came to his senses in the project director’s office and stood up. Glowering, he slapped Richard.

He pointed at his nose and roared/”You worthless loser! Who on earth did you offend? You’re the reason I lost my job!

“I lost my job at Southlake Corporation, for goodness’ sake! How would the Hudson family have reached this height without my position as the project director?

“Richard, oh, Richard! I’d kill you with my bare hands!”

“Uncle Wilson, I-I didn’t offend anyone…” Holding his cheek, Richard felt wronged.

The Hudson family was strict. The children wouldn’t dare to fight back or resist when their elders scolded them. They wouldn’t even budge when their elders hit them.

“What was that you said? Were you listening when Ms. Barton explained why I was fired? It was because you offended someone whom you shouldn’t have offended! How dare you deny it?” Wilson rebuked.

“Uncle Wilson, Richard has been with me every day. I can vouch for him. He really hasn’t offended anyone! He’s innocent. Could there perhaps be some misunderstanding?” Alicia spoke up for Richard.

It never crossed their minds that Caspian was the one they offended.

Although it had only happened recently, they didn’t think a worthless man like him would have this much authority. There was no way he could cast Wilson out of Southlake Corporation.

So, they said nothing about their conflict with Caspian.

“You’re in no place to say anything! I’m holding your family accountable for making me lose my job! Didn’t you hear what Ms. Barton said? I wouldn’t have been fired if you hadn’t begged me to give you a project!

“You’re a bringer of bad luck! You’re going to be the end of the Hudson family!” Wilson’s anger escalated as he spoke. He dishonored Alicia, the Hudson family’s future daughter-in-law.

Alicia dared not say anything else.

Richard said, “Uncle Wilson, the Hudson family has plenty of resources. We have many properties, too. You can always work at Hudson Group.

“So what if Southlake Corporation dismisses you? Someday in the future, Hudson Group will surpass it, for sure!”

“You brat! You know nothing! We can spend an eternity working our asses off, but Hudson Group will never be as prosperous as Southlake Corporation. Do you have any idea how much our family has benefitted from my post?

“Great. Just great. Because of you two, I’m losing my job. Southlake Corporation is even stopping all collaborations with our family. What a great loss! Can you both bear the responsibility?”

Wilson was enraged and embarrassed. He kept venting his anger on them, disregarding the dignity of both families.

Richard looked upset, too. He understood their situation. Wilson had not only lost his job as a project director but also the future of the Hudson family!

“Uncle Wilson, Caspian’s foul mouth is to be blamed. He said that you would lose your job right before us. Who could’ve known he was a jinx …” Richard tried to redirect Wilson’s anger to Caspian.

+15 BONUS “Get lost, both of you! Get out of my face! Don’t appear before me ever again!” Wilson couldn’t believe that he had lost his job because of something that loser said.

Seeing how furious he was, Richard and Alicia lowered their heads as they fled.

“Mr. Wilson, please hurry up and pack your belongings. It’s time for you to leave.” Wilson looked up and heaved a long sigh. It seemed he could only return to his family. Richard and Alicia left the building feeling dejected. Coincidentally, they met Caspian.

Richard’s eyes widened with anger. He snapped, “You loser! It’s all because of you that my uncle got fired!”

“Caspian, you jinx! If you’re that good at cursing people, you should put on a pointy hat and cast spells wherever you go! Why would you apply for a job here? You bring bad luck!” Alicia sneered.

Caspian wasn’t planning on responding. He continued walking as though he didn’t see them.

Wilson had just given Richard a mouthful and slapped him hard. Richard was now almost bursting with

anger.

He flew into a rage out of embarrassment when Caspian ignored him.

“Hey, loser! I’m talking to you. Are you deaf?” Richard hollered. In a few strides, he darted toward Caspian. He wanted to beat him up.

Caspian looked back abruptly, and a murderous aura filled the air. His eyes were as cold as glaciers as he glared at Richard.

In those eyes, Richard sensed the same danger he felt last night.

Suddenly, his legs wobbled. Trembling, he slid and fell.

Alicia started trembling when she saw those eyes again. His eyes were like an eagle’s as it focused on its prey. She stood where she was, looking ashen.