My Love Until the Last Goodbye by Alut

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[Back to the present]

Marcus Bartz stood at the base of the towering Palmer Group building, his sharp gaze taking in its Impressive height.

“All the things we’ve endured because of this damned place,” Marcus muttered to Frederick, who stood by his side.

Frederick, ever loyal, nodded solemnly and replied, “Mr. Bartz, are you ready to take your place on the board?”

“Ready? No. Anxious? Absolutely,” Marcus answered, a cold, calculated smile playing on his lips.

The man who was a loving husband and father at home had transformed into someone else entirely. Here, outside the Palmer empire, he was a predator. His heart burned with vengeance, but his hands would remain clean. His strategy was clear: let them destroy themselves from the inside. His return and integration into the company were merely a means to move the chess pieces at his leisure.

Years ago, Marcus had injected significant capital into the company during a financial crisis, making him the largest stakeholder, even more so than Maximus Palmer himself. Maximus was nothing more than a figurehead, a pretty face for the company. The real power lay with Marcus.

“Mr. Bartz…” a calm, raspy voice called out.

the company afloat. Eventually, Catherine Palmer had made the decision to hand. control back to Maximus, though it had proven to be one of her worst decisions. Under Alexia’s manipulative influence, Maximus brought Frank Levert back as his right hand, pushing Matthew into semi–retirement. Matthew had since focused on caring

Do you still work at this place?” Marcus greeted cheerfully.

a consultant from time to time,”

this great company,” Marcus said, placing a firm hand

thought you’d step foot here again. What

Matthew. My family wants to connect with our roots, and I couldn’t deny them the chance. And seeing you reminds me–1 never had the opportunity to thank you for your excellent stewardship of this company and our shares, also know you

it hurt others. As for the company, it was my job, and frankly, working with you was never difficult. You’re a man of your word and understand business. Even from a distance, we always found ways

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amicably until Marcus glanced

sometime after the meeting. I need to go over some matters concerning Peter. But for now, we should head in–I have a meeting with Maximus.”

invited me as

this goes. Just don’t be too hard on me, will you?”

but if you plan to attack Mr. Palmer, I won’t

“Let’s go, my

the illustrious Mr. Palmer waiting,” Marcus said sarcastically, a cynical smile gracing his

The group

employees. It wasn’t unusual to see two or three people arrive together, but Marcus

that Mr. Bartz