Becoming the Richest Man Alive

Once all the staff showed up for work, he gathered them in the main lobby.

There was no need for pretense since he had absolute authority. Walking in front of the crowd, he looked at them condescendingly, especially those on the list.

To prevent Sawyer from sabotaging him, Casper ran the list against the results of his own investigations to determine the real traitors.

“Mr. Simpson, what is it? Are you going to teach us how to cook?”

Many chefs were impressed after he demonstrated his culinary skills in the kitchen. His generous treat to Beef Wellington, an expensive dish, also lifted their morale.

All the staff, especially the chefs, saw Casper as a kind and approachable boss who could cook really well. Hence, they dared to joke with him.

Being approachable was a good thing, but he had to maintain a boss’ dignity for the staff to respect his decisions. He made a gesture for their silence.

“Today, I want to talk about something very important. It relates to the parasites that have taken root in our hotel!” Casper raised his voice, jolting them to his attention.

Those guilty lowered their heads. However, some eyed him arrogantly.

He smiled slightly. “I had a conflict with someone and he persuaded some of you to be on his side. As salaried employees, you naturally want to get paid more.”

Casper snapped his fingers and continued, “Hence, I will offer you this one chance to step out and admit your wrongdoing. This hotel will never employ you again, but you will receive your salary together with a severance.”

gestured to his right. “Now, you have one minute to come forward. Remember, one minute. Failure to do so will have their pay forfeited and charged with

Exchanging glances with each other, they didn’t know who amongst them was an industrial

your luck with me. But know this, time

didn’t even allow them time to think. After all, he was showing the

seconds, no one stepped forward.

Thirty… Still, no one came

forty-second mark, someone suddenly stepped out, causing everyone to gasp. It was Louis who was known to be

her mouth in

even thought Sawyer was messing with him. However, the latter replied, “One’s honesty can be the most lethal weapon.

the countdown. “You have

few others followed suit. Eleven stepped forward

raised his hand and pointed at the group. “Ms. Schneider, note down the names that I’m about to list out. Connor Gregor, Luis Diaz, Isa

single breath, Casper spelled out twenty-three names. There were security guards, ushers, and even chefs. Their expressions changed

you noted them down,

“Yes, I have.”

secrets and deny them

was met with an outcry. “You need proof to

one glare, he had complete silence. “Do you really want me to show you the evidence? Your employer has forsaken all of you. Remember, never do something like this again. Since you don’t appreciate the chance, there’s

roar. Guilty,