Chapter 1786 Release from Prison
"Yancy is just an incompetent person; he doesn't even have a third of Lucas's shrewdness."
The long-haired woman scoffed, "Ten years ago, if Lucas hadn't returned from studying abroad, the Nelson Group would have changed hands long ago. By the way, Domingo has requested a meeting with you."
"No need," Nina said flatly. "Just tell Domingo to rest assured that I won't be an obstacle for him in the Nelson Group."
The long-haired woman asked in confusion, "Why don't you consider collaborating with Domingo? When Lucas gets out, the two of you together might have a chance to compete with him."
"This time, Lucas ended up in prison because he underestimated his opponent. He was caught off guard. Do you think he'll be that easy to deal with when he gets out again?"
Nina shook her head, her gaze sharp as a blade. "The Cooley family is no match for Lucas. Look, over the years, the Cooley family hasn't even had a chance to catch their breath. Domingo just hasn't realized it yet."
"Then," the long-haired woman said, even more worried.
"Don't worry. I don't want to control the Nelson Group. I don't understand anything about the medical field."
Nina smiled faintly. "I'm just looking forward to seeing Lucas's reaction when he gets out and finds that the woman who sent him to prison has become a shareholder of the Nelson Group. No matter how well Lucas does in the future, he'll just be making money for me."
"Reborn, you truly amaze me," the long-haired woman suddenly smiled. "You said you had plastic surgery before, and I was surprised at how flawless it was. Honestly, I doubted you were Reborn, but now I don't doubt it anymore because your personality is still the same as before."
"You don't need to doubt. My face has changed, but my soul hasn't."
Nina slowly extended her hand, "Sofia Moore, let's make money together from now on."
"You finally understand that money is the most reliable thing," Sofia said, shaking her hand. "I used to approach you many times, but you weren't interested in money. I'm glad to see your change."
"I was too foolish before."
Nina shrugged self-deprecatingly.
She used to think only about returning home to accompany her parents, inheriting the Zenith Group, and even getting closer to Lucas.
In the end, it led to her family's ruin.
At the prison, early in the morning, the heavy gates slowly opened.
A tall figure walked out.
"Lucas."
Erin was the first to greet him. "You're finally out. Your dad and I have been worried sick while you were gone."
Lucas's gaze swept indifferently over the people who had come to pick him up: Erin, Yancy, Thaddeus, and Sarah.
When Sarah saw Lucas's eyes fall on her, her heart pounded nervously. "Mr. Nelson, Yancy, and Erin have been especially worried about you, and so have I."
Her face flushed as she spoke.
"How's the company?" Lucas couldn't be bothered to listen to her and turned his gaze to Yancy.
Yancy's heart skipped a beat. Although Lucas was Yancy's son, Lucas's stare was so intense that it made Yancy uneasy.
Most people lose their edge in prison.
But Lucas had become even more formidable.
"The company is in turmoil," Yancy said helplessly. "The Cooley family has been secretly meeting with shareholders while you were in prison, trying to make sure you have no place to stand when you return, and even trying to kick me off the board."
"The Cooley family, clowns not worth fearing," Lucas said calmly. "Give me a week, and I'll make Domingo step down obediently."
Yancy's lips moved uncomfortably.
"Or did you do something else foolish?" Lucas's eyes suddenly turned sharp.
Yancy glared at Lucas in frustration. "I'm your father. Is that how you talk to me? In the end, this is all your fault."
"Thaddeus, you speak," Lucas said, not wanting to listen to Yancy anymore.
Thaddeus spoke in a low voice, "Recently, when the company was being investigated and penalized by relevant departments, a force took the opportunity to short the Nelson Group's stock, siphoning off ninety billion dollars, which severely impacted the stock."
Outside the prison, only the sound of birds could be heard.
Lucas's eyes narrowed fiercely.
"Dad, I asked you to keep an eye on the company, and this is how you did it?" Lucas's fists clenched, his eyes dark and menacing. "There were fluctuations in the stock market, and you didn't notice at all?"
"No, during that time, the company was constantly in the news for negative reasons. I was busy handling that. Plus, ever since you were arrested, the Nelson Group's stock price has been volatile. The other side must have had a professional team, buying in bit by bit with a plan. We didn't pay much attention at the time."
Erin also spoke up for Yancy, "Lucas, you can't blame your dad. He's been too busy lately, often working late into the night. The Cooley family has been aggressive, and your dad couldn't handle it alone."
Yancy coughed awkwardly. "I know my capabilities, so I haven't dragged you down all these years. The Nelson Group is in this state mainly because of you. The person who siphoned off the funds might be your enemy. Who told you to be so arrogant and leave no room for others?"
"When the Nelson Group was about to change hands, and you were spending the money I earned, why didn't you say it was my fault then?"
Lucas's eyes were filled with a cold, fierce anger. "Without me, would you have been comfortably respected and admired? Now you only know how to blame me."
Erin and Yancy looked embarrassed.
Seeing this, Sarah mustered the courage to say, "Mr. Lucas Nelson, the urgent task now is to recover the company's losses."
Lucas didn't even spare her a glance and turned to stride towards the car.
Sarah bit her lip in humiliation.
Her reputation in the entire entertainment industry was ruined. Stellar Entertainment Group had even blacklisted her, leaving Lucas as her only way out.
After getting in the car, Lucas had Thaddeus drive him straight to the Nelson Group.
Even though Lucas had been gone for three months, his years of influence still lingered.
Moreover, news of his release had already spread throughout the company.
As soon as he appeared, the news spread like wildfire.
The door to the CEO's office was kicked open by Lucas.
Domingo immediately stood up, his face dark. "Lucas, what are you doing? You didn't even knock. This is my office now."
"Are you sure you want to compete with me?"
Lucas walked over expressionlessly and threw a punch at Domingo's face.
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