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 man who had devoted his life to serving the Palmer family. When Peter died, Leonardo Palmer had fallen into a deep depression. For six months, it was Matthew who had kept 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

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

as a consultant from time to time,” Matthew replied, his tone

still guiding this great company,” Marcus said, placing a firm

step foot here again. What brings you back?” Matthew asked, his curiosity piqued.

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 interceded to ensure Peter’s ashes were moved where he wanted. Thank you

honoring his last wishes was the least I could do, even if it hurt others. As for the company, it was my job, and frankly, working

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conversed amicably until

have coffee sometime after the meeting. I need to go over some matters concerning Peter. But for

invited me as well,” Matthew replied.

to mediate. Clever. Not surprising, though. Let’s see how this goes. Just don’t be too hard on me, will you?”

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

“Let’s go, my

illustrious Mr. Palmer waiting,” Marcus said

The group

of employees. It wasn’t unusual to see two or three people arrive together, but Marcus had brought an entourage of a dozen bodyguards. He believed in being cautious–especially

receptionist. “Please inform Mr. Palmer that Mr. Bartz has arrived,