Chapter 305

The Beginning of the End Ryan, who hadn’t seen me all day, was anxious. He had called me multiple times, but I hadn’t answered.

office. When I finally returned, he hurriedly followed me into my “Chlo, where were you? Are you feeling unwell?” Ryan’s concern was evident as he noticed the pallor on my face.

I sank wearily into my chair. “I went to ATL Empire and met with Nick.”

“Any news?” Ryan inquired promptly, fully aware of why I had met with Nick.

“H–He’s still unconscious! He hasn’t woken up yet.” I didn’t hold back any details from Ryan. I felt utterly powerless. “He suffered a head injury. They’re keeping the news under wraps.”

Ryan understood the gravity of the situation and said, “No wonder they are trying so hard to hide this.

This happened as Atlas announced his takeover. It’s not a good sign. Those loyalists of Celine, I’m afraid they will be active again.”

“The most important part is not knowing when he will wake up. Today, Celine returned to Nocturnia. I initially thought it was good news, but now I see it is quite the opposite!” I muttered to myself, feeling unsettled. “That woman is planning something! How could she pass up such a golden opportunity? She never intended to give up control of the ATL Empire.”

“Don’t worry too much. After all, we don’t know much about the ATL Empire. I believe Atlas won’t be without a plan!”

“It’s precisely because we don’t know that I’m worried. Mr. Nick also mentioned that this accident disrupted Atlas’s plans!”

I could only analyze the situation with Ryan. “As far as I know, Celine won’t just let the ATL Empire change hands. Her desire for control over the ATL Empire has driven her mad, to the point where…she might have had a hand in the plane crash that took Atlas’s parents!”

Ryan’s expression showed astonishment, and he realized the gravity of the situation.

That might be why Atlas always reminded me to ensure our interests!”

I held my head in my hands. Understanding Atlas was becoming increasingly difficult. His instructions to me seemed more suspicious with each passing moment as if he had some kind of premonition.

Thank goodness we followed through. As long as our course is correct, there shouldn’t be a problem. It seems we need to learn to adapt and survive in tight spots,” Ryan said before turning back to me.

“Our current priority is stabilizing and completing our projects quickly. If we can escape, businesspeople, and we’re all selfish. Whether they fight internally or externally, we should strengthen ourselves.

“As for the ATL Empire, they won’t let Atlas go down without a fight. Atlas‘ power must be comparable to his aunt’s. He wouldn’t have staged this takeover otherwise. Rest assured, Chlo! The people on Atlas’s side won’t let him fall like this.”

“Still,” I said. “Celine has always been scheming. With Atlas in this condition, I think she might use this as an opportunity for trouble. Do you think she might…?”

I looked at Ryan in horror. “What if she takes advantage of Atlas’s unconscious state?”

Ryan shook his head. “It’s unlikely, but of course, this doesn’t rule out the possibility of him not waking up for a long time.”

My heart sank. “She returned to Nocturnia but left Stella behind, keeping her close to Atlas.”

Celine was not doing this out of kindness, and Stella wouldn’t genuinely want to look after Atlas.

I couldn’t shake the feeling that trust between Atlas and Stella had eroded, and they were both putting on an act.