Hollywood Zenith

" You are right, more than fifty percent investor withdrew their funds on the first day. We had to ban the withdrawals to stop the freefall."

" How much is left?"

Abigail didn\'t want to say it, but now that the discussion was open, she had to be as transparent as possible.

" A little over two billion. We have incurred a loss of about half a billion dollars, it might increase in the future."

" That\'s not so bad. Ok with my authority, begin the withdrawal. Since the funds are tied up, use my personal account."

" But sir-"

" Don\'t worry. Also average most of our position as soon as market opens up, we have to catch the rally." Samuel kept on giving bizarre orders. While everyone else was expecting the market to fall, Samuel was adamant that it would be bullish.

" If you say so but if you are wrong our reputation as well as other companies will be at risk. I want to remind you of that." Abigail was still reluctant to accept it, but she had seen the miracles that Samuel had created in the past.

" Trust me on this."

After getting her orders, Abigail left. Her purpose for coming here was complete; now, she just needed to put everything into motion. There was bound to be some resistance, but everyone knew what Samuel said was the law. After all, he was the sole proprietor of everything related to the Alphabet group.

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In the evening, some unexpected people showed up, Samuel knew they were coming, but he still needed to prepare some excuses.

Currently, Samuel\'s room is filled to the brim. Robert, Nathaniel and Oscar were discussing some business in one corner. Kenneth and other Rothschild family members were busy talking with Kester and his wife Olivia while having tea.

Eleanor took the ladies out, Samuel didn\'t know where, but they were absent.

While Samuel was left with Adele, Iblis and Hannah. They were taking turns feeding the \'feeble\' child some fruits. It was the doctor\'s orders, but it was damn embarrassing for him.

Samuel didn\'t mind Hannah, but Adele and Iblis\'s synergy frightened him. He felt like they were enjoying making him feel abash.

" Wow, Sam, I thought I would visit my friend since you had an accident, but I didn\'t know you were already enjoying your stay here!" Rupert exclaimed as soon as he witnessed the scene.

" Right, It\'s it quite sinful to have little girl \'service\' you like this?" Emma while smirking at him.

" I am sorry for coming unannounced, but I can\'t help myself. These two were also pestering me since they heard about it. Oh, the president also came, but she decided to wait outside when she read the \'list\'." It was Director Columbus; he felt responsible as Samuel was the star of his movie.

" List?"

" Oh, forget what I said, I was-" It was only then Columbus noticed other people inside the room. He jerked and left without finishing.

" Mr. Rothschild! It is an honor to meet you. Oh, Mr. Morgan I had seen you on magazine cover, I can\'t believe I am meeting you in person. Oh my, It\'s Mr. Hanson,,,," Seeing the \'star studded\' line up, He felt \'obliged\' to introduce himself.

" Oh, It\'s our Director. Good job with my son, Samuel." Robert needed to be acquainted with his face-to-face. But he had read his report, and he judged the Director to be a reliable person.

" Thank you sir. I also wanted to express my gratitude for what you did for the film." Columbus said. He was referring to Robert\'s move regarding the screening of the movie. With the big man\'s hand over his head, Columbus knew that the sales would skyrocket!

" It\'s just small thing. I have to show support for my son."

Rupert and Emma overheard their conversation. They were confused at first by the director\'s over-enthusiastic persona.

" I didn\'t know the Director was that kind of man." Rupert asked.

" Right, I have never seen him behave like that before. They must be someone important but why are they here?" Emma was more perceptive out of the two.

" Right, I also heard few names, Rothschild, Hanson, Morgan. Aren\'t they big names?" Emma asked.

" I don\'t know. It is weird for you to know that."

" Sam, what is happening here?" Emma decided to ask him directly. Hearing her, Samuel knew that it was hard to keep it from them. They would have to work on many future projects, and it would be good to be upfront about it.

" Well, the thing is...." Samuel revealed his real identity and how he was connected with the others. He also reiterated past events when he got into movies and his connection to the studio.

" Are you serious? If it is true, then you are like a prince." Rupert was dumbfounded. He didn\'t think his friend had such a background. But somehow, he could see it happening; there were many strange things surrounding Samuel.

" I was suspicious when you bought expensive gifts for everyone on Valentine\'s Day. I mean, you can\'t see someone my age having that much money." Emma muttered, but Adele and Iblis heard everything.

"" What did you say?"" they both said at the same time.

" Um, someone my age having that much money?"

"" No before that!"" They really were in a weird sync.

Emma wanted to repeat herself, but seeing their fierce eyes, she, in turn, asked Samuel.

" Sam, who are they?"

" Oh, this Adele and the one sitting beside her is Iblis. They are my fiancee." Samuel said with a straight face. It was the ultimate \'change the topic\' trick with a success rate of one hundred per cent!

""f-fiancee?"" It worked splendidly.

" Omg"

" And these are my friends, Emma and Rupert. We met during my audition."

Rupert hurriedly introduced himself; he wasn\'t sure if Samuel was joking, but seeing the faces of the two girls, he was not sure about it. Besides, wealthy kids really are different.

But Emma smiled wickedly; she had an exciting idea.

" Hello, I am Sam\'s girlfriend. Nice to meet you!" She dropped a bombshell without any warning. It was in her nature to make Samuel\'s life miserable. It was hard for her to let go of this golden chance!

" What? E-Emma, What are you saying?!" Samuel almost jumped out of his bed.

" I mean didn\'t you gave me that \'expensive\' gift and we also kkiiss-"

" Stop! Stop! You\'re making it worse!" It was only then Samuel noticed her smug face. He knew that face quite well; this girl would be the end of him!

" It it true?"

" Did you really did all that!?"

Thus, began a long campaign to clear his name. Although he was unsure why he was doing it, he decided to go with the flow.

" Brother?" Hannah tugged his clothes. Samuel also felt that he left out her introduction. But what she said next came as a huge surprise to him.

" Are they your wizard friends? Can they also do magic like you, brother?"