Chapter 248

Chapter 248:

As Zeke’s panic mounted, he watched in horror as Ashton produced a badge representing the Baldwin family.

Overcome by fear and unable to maintain his composure, Zeke crumpled in despair, collapsing to the floor as his strength gave way.

At that moment, Zeke finally understood why he had been unable to gather any information about Ashton. He had never imagined that a member of the illustrious Baldwin family would willingly assume the role of live-in son-in-law to a lesser family in Inewood.

Reflecting on his actions, Zeke was overcome with both fear and relief, realizing the potential consequences of stirring up controversy based on Ashton’s concealed identity.

Had his article been posted, he could have faced severe charges of espionage and found himself in a military court.

Moreover, any negative repercussions could have led to his sudden and mysterious disappearance.

Zeke understood that he had provoked a force far beyond his reckoning.

Feeling a deep sense of terror, he began to cry and plead for forgiveness.

“I am truly sorry! Had I known your true identity, I would never have dared to challenge you!”

Ashton, recognizing Zeke’s sudden shift in demeanor, saw that Zeke was now aware of his true identity.

With a calculated expression and a faint smile, Ashton said, “What you have done so far has not caused me significant harm. Therefore, I am prepared to offer you a chance to make amends. Just as Jacoby instructed you to tarnish my reputation, you will now redirect your efforts against him. How does that sound?”

Seeing that Ashton was willing to offer him a pass, Zeke, grateful for the opportunity to rectify his mistake, agreed immediately.

𝓢𝓽𝓸𝓻𝔂 𝓻𝓸𝓸𝓽: 𝓰⍶𝗅𝗇𝗈ν𝖊𝗅𝘀﹒𝓬𝓸𝓶

Desperate to correct his error, he was eager to document every piece of negative information he had on Jacoby.

It was all Jacoby’s fault!

Zeke hurriedly said, “Mr. Baldwin, as you know, Jacoby is known for his reputation as a playboy. I have amassed a great deal of information about him. If you give me the green light, I will write the article tonight and ensure that his reputation is thoroughly ruined by tomorrow!”

Seeing Zeke’s willingness to cooperate, Ashton nodded in satisfaction.

However, despite Jacoby’s impending disgrace, Ashton knew that Jacoby was merely a minor pawn. The true mastermind behind the Sup Group in Inewood would remain concealed.

Ashton shook his head and said, “There is no need to hurry. Prepare the article and keep it ready. I want to release it at the most critical moment to ensure it makes the biggest impact. Only then will I be able to reveal the true mastermind hiding behind the curtains.”

Zeke did not fully understand Ashton’s intentions but, since that was the directive given to him, he nodded in agreement without hesitation.

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