CHAPTER 488: FAILED ESCAPE

Max and George were dragged deeper into the darkness, their hands bound behind their backs. The air was thick with the stench of mold and decay. They stumbled forward, their feet scraping against the cold, damp floor. Suddenly, the door slammed shut behind them, plunging them into total darkness. They heard the sound of footsteps echoing outside, followed by the clanging of metal on metal. "Welcome, gentlemen," Alexander's voice dripped with sarcasm, "to your new accommodations. You'll be staying here for a while." Max and George exchanged a fearful glance, their eyes straining to penetrate the darkness. They knew they had to think fast and devise a plan to escape before it was too late. "Alexander, you're making a big mistake," Max growled, his voice steady despite the fear creeping up his spine. Alexander chuckled, the sound sending chills down their spines. "Oh, I don't think so. You see, I have everything I need right here. The company, the shares, the power. And soon, I'll ha