Love beyond the mask (Whitney) novel Chapter 1035

Ludwik caught the hesitation in Parker's eyes but didn't give him a chance to refuse. The man quirked an eyebrow, "If Mrs. Wilson trusts Parker this much, I think it's the best way to go!"

Parker looked at him.

Ludwik met his gaze, saying, "Parker, run my idea by Mrs. Wilson, would you?"

"Your idea?" Mrs. Wilson seemed lost.

Despite Ludwik's prestige, the Lippert Group couldn't hold a candle to the Inko Group.

What could he possibly have in mind for the Inko Group?

The lady's brow furrowed slightly.

Parker, under pressure, had to spell it out for Mrs. Wilson, "Aunt, what Ludwik means is, he wants me to stir up trouble from within Inko Group. Create chaos, real or fake, the more turmoil that leaks out, the better. Even if it means risking bankruptcy…"

"What! Can you tell me why?"

Mrs. Wilson's face turned stormy, her voice laced with anger as she questioned him.

Parker, lips pressed together, explained, "It's to draw out the power behind the murder of my uncle.

Once Inko Group is upturned and on the brink, being the global conglomerate's most effective subsidiary, the main company won't sit idly by. That will force the mastermind back home."

"Wait! On what basis are you doing this?

And why undertake such a dangerous act, risking the company's future?

That's Phineas's life's work; it took him decades to reach the pinnacle of Harmonia Country's business giants!" Mrs. Wilson was visibly upset.

Ludwik pondered for a moment, then spoke directly, "Mrs. Wilson, if we don't take the initiative, Inko Group won't last much longer anyway.

You might not be aware, but the real culprit is Bryce.

He's now in the conglomerate, currying favor with more powerful backers. Why do you think he targeted Mr. Wilson?

His sights are likely set on Inko Group. With a high-ranking executive's endorsement, he could take over Inko Group.

If you truly wish to preserve your husband's legacy, I urge you to trust me this once and take this risk.

'You can't catch a tiger cub without entering the tiger's den,' and without playing the part, how can we set the trap?"

His words resonated powerfully, his argument surprisingly persuasive coming from such a young man!

Mrs. Wilson stared at Ludwik, her brows knitted tightly, "You're saying, the murderer of my husband is colluding with high ranks within Inko Group's main conglomerate?"

"Why else would I propose such a plan? Killing two birds with one stone, eliminating future threats, and preventing the villains from succeeding!

As for the genuine losses to Inko Group, Parker and I will keep them to a minimum.

Leave those dissenting shareholders to me.

Now, we just need your approval, Mrs. Wilson, to proceed. Time is of the essence."

His commanding presence was palpable.

Overwhelmed, Mrs. Wilson clenched her pale fingers tightly, her mind a mess. Yet, as a widow, with her husband lying unconscious in the ICU and as the company's chairman, she felt utterly alone.

Her connection to the president was through her husband.

Now, seemingly with no one else to rely on, she turned to her nephew, Parker, and the determined, sharp-featured Ludwik before her.

Finally, she nodded, her eyes closed, "I hope you've truly considered all angles and have a safety net in place."

"Rest assured," Ludwik responded crisply.

Mrs. Wilson sighed deeply, massaging her temples, then sat down heavily with her young son beside her.

Parker remained silent, casting a deep glance at Ludwik.

Ludwik stepped away, signaling Parker to come closer, his tone uncertain, "Ludwik, I can't help feeling we're pressuring Mrs. Wilson. If we end up sacrificing the pawn without catching the wolf, failing to draw out this 'mysterious person,' what then?"

Ludwik lit a cigarette, his long fingers shielding the flame, giving Parker a sidelong glare, "The news of Phineas becoming a vegetable is something I'm counting on Bryce to 'help me' spread.

If I'm not mistaken, Bryce's spies are currently probing the hospital situation.

"Mr. Lutz, rest assured, I personally bribed two doctors at the neurology hospital. They've confirmed Phineas is essentially gone. The information is solid!"

"Heh." It seems Parker did speak the truth in his moment of passion.

He'd hired ex-military sharpshooters, top of their class. There was no way things could go south with that kind of skill on his side.

This made everything so much simpler.

The suspect had even offed himself with poison.

Parker and Ludwik could dream on about catching him.

Bryce gave a signal with his hand.

A man quickly leaned in, and Bryce, with a chilling squint, instructed him, "Make a call overseas, get in touch with Ms. Sheldon, and tell her Phineas is permanently off the board. She needs to speed up on her end of the deal!

I'll be out in three days, and by then, I expect my appointment from the headquarters to be ready.

Also, remind Ms. Sheldon there's no need for cold feet. She should speak up boldly. Someone foreign trying to dig into Ludwik's affairs in Harmonia Country won't get far online – I've already covered our tracks.

Go!"

In less than two hours, the man, who looked drunk, was released.

A dark smirk crossed Bryce's face as he sat back leisurely in the corner.

Phineas was as good as dead, and everything was falling into place under his control...

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In Germinia, within the serene and luxurious walls of Fortress Manor situated in the northern part of Berlidon.

The break of dawn was barely whispering through the curtains when Florence was rudely awakened by her phone.

Rubbing her eyes, she checked the caller ID – a call from Harmonia Country...