The Mafia & The Billionaire

Alex

I raised an eyebrow after the man introduced himself. I glanced at Von, who just shrugged at me, indicating he had no idea about the situation. “Oh, here’s the certificate as proof of my purchase of some shares,” the newcomer said as he handed me a paper, smiling at me. But I had a feeling that it was a mocking or taunting smile.

I waved my hand at him, causing his smile to disappear. “Don’t you have any respect for people? He approached you politely and introduced himself!” I could see the anger in Mr. Mills’ face, but I didn’t care.

“Why would I respect someone who doesn’t respect my authority and this meeting?” I asked in return.

“Mr. McGregor-” Richard started to speak, but I stopped him. I raised my hand, palm facing him, and he understood.

“Everyone, you know that I don’t tolerate tardiness. You even received a scolding from me when you were late to a meeting, and it’s been a long time since that last happened.” Everyone was silent, and no one said anything, not even Mr. Mills or Mr. Yan. I turned to the standing man and said, “You are not needed here; you may leave.”

Von approached the man and escorted him to the door. I can be as intimidating as I need to be, especially when I sense that whoever is in front of me won’t bring anything good.

That’s how strong my authority is in my own company. I don’t let anyone do things their way because it’s my company, applying my rules. No one can act like they own the entire McGregor building just because they have a measly share in the company. This is my domain and my territory, where I am the only king, and there is no one else.

I may sound arrogant, but that’s how it is. And anyone who tries to conquer will never escape my wrath. As for the man I sent out, I’m certain he has a different agenda for entering my domain, which I need to find out.

The meeting continued, and I was itching to finish it because I wanted to go home and see my wife, who always brightens my day. I turned my gaze to Mr. Mills and Mr. Yan, who were obviously angry because they didn’t succeed in whatever they were planning. They probably didn’t expect that I wouldn’t be surprised by their schemes. Right now, I’m already thinking of ways to eliminate them from my company because I don’t nurture termites that will destroy me and the company my parents and I worked hard to build.

After the arduous meeting, I felt utterly exhausted when those two old men wouldn’t stop finding things to throw at me. I left the meeting room and headed straight to my office, with Von following closely behind.

But I didn’t expect Richard to be so bold and daring as to wait for me there. “Who let you in?” I asked the man leisurely, sitting in my chair. I wasn’t afraid he might take or steal any information about the company because I’m not careless, especially since Von, my very meticulous assistant, was with me. But I don’t like it when people sit in or use anything that belongs to me.

“Of course, your secretary.” The man answered with a smile, so I smiled back before looking at Von, who I knew understood what to do.

The man still didn’t get up from my chair, so I positioned myself in the visitor’s chair in front of my office table. I wouldn’t use it anyway, as I might catch some disease from the man. “You have a nice office, Mr. McGregor.”

“I wouldn’t be Alexander McGregor if this turns out bad,” I replied, crossing my legs. He looked at me as if trying to gauge what I was thinking, but the door to my office opened again before he could speak, and Von entered with one of my secretaries. I frowned because she was new.

“Did you let him in?” I asked the woman.

“Yes, sir.”

“Weren’t you told what to do in situations like this?”

“No, sir,” she answered, which made me raise an eyebrow.

“You know what I dislike the most?” Both the woman and the man comfortably seated in my chair frowned. “You are fired.”

“What?” the woman exclaimed, unable to believe it because she was new. But it’s impossible that Von didn’t inform her that no one else is allowed in my office except for me, Von, my parents, and most importantly, my wife.

“You can settle your salary in HR.”

“Let’s go,” Von urged the woman, who was now looking at the man who seemed uneasy in his seat.

“I didn’t think you could fire an employee that easily, Mr. McGregor.”

“This is how I am; I don’t work with liars.”

“Liars?” he asked, raising an eyebrow, and I nodded in response. “How did you know that the woman was lying?”

“Because my assistant would never fail to orient new employees assigned to my office.”

“I see, so you trust your assistant a lot.”

“No. I don’t trust him. I just believe in his capabilities and reliability.”

The man said nothing, but he stood up while I remained seated.

“I heard you’re a ruthless businessman,” he said, to which I only raised an eyebrow because I know that as a person, I am ruthless. “But I didn’t expect you to be so petty with your employees, like a child.”Published by Nôv'elD/rama.Org.

I laughed loudly at his remark, causing him to look at me with confusion. “Are you kidding me? I’m not petty; I just don’t tolerate incompetence.”

I stood and faced him, towering over him so he could look up at me. “I feel you’re not a businessman; you’re more of a lawyer.” I saw the corner of his mouth twitch, making me chuckle because I was right.

“Whoever sent you here made a big mistake. You may know the law but don’t know what businessmen or employees think. And as for the woman I fired, I only saved her from future destruction.”

“What do you mean?” he asked.

“You know exactly what I mean, Mr. Richard or whatever your name is. But since you’re already inside my company because of the shares you bought, I hope you know how to get out.”

“I don’t understand what you’re saying.”

“I know, which is why I said whoever sent you here made a mistake. Because you’re like a mouse that entered a den of big beasts where I reign supreme.” We stared at each other down, and of course, I won.

“Don’t think you’ve won yet, Mr. McGregor, because we’re just getting started,” he said, making me chuckle before I burst into laughter, which furrowed his brow.

“I never thought I would win because that was already a given even before we started. And you will know that soon.” The man said nothing more and started walking toward the door, and I followed him with my eyes as he walked out.

Just as the door closed, Von entered. “That secretary earlier was new, sir.”

“I know,” I replied. “Get me a new chair and have my entire office cleaned. I want this completely sanitized.”

“Yes, sir.” With that, I left my assistant. I would rather go home and be with Serene than think about that man. But that doesn’t mean I’m done with him, or I’m not worried about his arrival. I know something will happen, and I’ll make sure he doesn’t succeed, nor whoever is behind his entry into my company.

The McGregor Group is mine, for my wife and our future children. No one will succeed in destroying it or taking it from me and my family. On the way home, Serene was on my mind, and whatever she was busy with, I just hope she’s always careful.