Once back in his office, Mitchel immediately set into motion a plan of action. "Conduct a thorough investigation on every individual tied to Alexis' initiatives!"

Matteo promptly took charge, initiating a detailed probe into the affairs of those involved, a move that signified a major reorganization within the Dixon Group.

This decisive stance underscored the principle that no momentary advantage justified the compromise of one's integrity or position within the company.

Meanwhile, Alexis, fueled by fury, made his way to the secluded confines of the underground parking lot.

Alexis was violently jolted against his vehicle before he could utter a word of protest.

Henley, consumed by a tumult of emotions, confronted Alexis, his grip tightening around Alexis' throat. "How could you plead with me to return, only to cast me aside now?"

"Ahhh..." Alexis' pleas echoed in the confined space, his voice laden with desperation. "You're nothing but a failure, unfit for this world!"

Henley's rage only intensified, his grip tightening even further as Alexis' face began to show signs of injury.

It wasn't until the sudden blare of a car horn that Henley's grip loosened, releasing Alexis.

Mistaking the interruption for mere coincidence, Henley gave Alexis one final look of contempt before deciding to walk away.

Gasping for air on the ground, Alexis was haunted by the fear of having nearly met his end.

As Henley started to leave, Alexis, driven by desperation, reached out and clutched at his ankle. “It's not as it seems, not as it seems, my son..."

The earnestness in Alexis' plea, his eyes bloodshot and beseeching, conveyed his panic. "I haven't forsaken you. But without my actions, we stood to lose everything!"

Noticing a slight easing in Henley's fury, Alexis seized the moment to add. "Just trust me. Give me some time, and all will be set right."

Henley, his expression one of derision, questioned, “What could that old man possibly have said to render you so utterly spineless?"

Standing up and brushing himself off, Alexis glanced around nervously before leaning in to whisper a secret into Henley's ear.

Henley's face hardened at the revelation, his hands balling into fists once more.

"I was forced to make a temporary concession. Or risk losing the fortune I've dedicated my life to amassing. How could I allow that to happen?" Alexis admitted, his voice tight with frustration.

Their tense conversation was abruptly interrupted by a loud "Bang!"

Alexis was startled, his body tensed in alarm.