Chapter 704

Beckett looked over at the group of partners, his voice cold. "What? You all really thought I was dead?" The room fell silent. The partners were completely stunned, not a single word came out. Beckett wasn't dead. Backing out of their deals with Beach Group now? That'd be a massive hit to their pockets. Phoebe had promised them the Beach Group would fall into the hands of her people. They'd keep the business going, sure—but the real goal was kicking Madeleine out of the picture. Problem was... she never mentioned Beckett was still alive, and about to walk right back in. Everyone knew what Beckett was capable of. Now that he was back, no one doubted the Beach Group would make it through just fine. "Mr. Beach!" Even folks from the company were gawking. Those who had dumped their shares? Regret was written all over their faces. But it was too late now. "I've been laying low for health reasons lately. My wife's the one who's been handling everything—both at home and in the office," Beckett