Not long after, Layla and Serena arrived at a karaoke bar named 'Harmony Hub' in the heart of South City. As one of the top karaoke bars in the area, Harmony Hub was incredibly luxurious and, of course, not cheap. Only the wealthy frequented that place, with the minimum spend for a private room exceeding a thousand and five hundred dollars.Following closely behind Layla, Serena watched her skillfully book a private room, which made Serena frown."Layla, do you come to these places often?" Serena asked, her tone clearly disapproving. The Lloyd family had been busy lately, and Serena feared that Layla could pick up bad habits without proper supervision.Layla turned around and smiled at Serena. "No! We had our last class reunion here, so I got familiar with the place. You'll see, the sound quality in the private rooms is excellent!"As she spoke, a sly glint flashed in Layla's bright eyes. She had a surprise planned for Serena.Serena sighed in relief. "That's good to hear."She
The two sisters in the private room were free from the outside world's hustle and bustle, and they became more indulgent.Serena took a few breaths after singing a few songs, but she could not help but sigh softly. She could not remember the last time she had sung so freely and relaxed.Layla's idea of bringing Serena to the karaoke bar was indeed a good choice!Seeing Serena put down the microphone, Layla hurriedly exclaimed, "Serena, don't stop. I have a surprise prepared for you!"Serena paused, "Surprise? What surprise did you prepare?""A surprise can't be revealed just like that!" Layla squinted and smiled. She glanced at her phone and whispered to herself, "Judging by the time, it should be about right—"Not long after Layla finished speaking, the door of the private room was pushed open.Liam's tall and slender figure appeared at the entrance."Huh?"He looked at the two people in the private room, who were panting and flushed from singing, and was momentarily stunned.
The moment Serena saw the man in the white suit step into the private room, she frowned. "What's your problem?""Indeed, it's the famous and beautiful CEO, Serena! I almost thought I was seeing things!"The man in the white suit did not respond to Serena's question. As he looked closer at her, his eyes widened with excitement."I can't believe I ran into you here! I heard the Lloyd Group has been going through some changes lately. What's wrong? Feeling down? Did you come to the karaoke bar to sing and relax? Just the two of you singing here… Where's the fun in that? Let me join you, and we can have some fun together!"With that, the man in the white suit wobbled his way to Serena.Serena spat, "We don't know you! Please leave. You're not welcome here!"Since the man stepped into their room, the strong smell of alcohol had enveloped the space, making her feel slightly nauseous."It's okay if you don't know me. We'll get to know each other slowly!"The man in the white suit had n
The staff member collapsed to the ground, letting out a series of painful groans. He had already done his best.After all, the man in the white suit was someone the Harmony Hub could not afford to offend."Truly reckless!"The man in the white suit glanced coldly at the fallen Harmony Hub staff member, his eyes filled with murderous intent as he looked at Liam. "And you, you b*stard, do you know who I am? I am Qazi Fowler from the Fowler Society. Who gave you the guts to speak to me like that!""The Fowler Society?"Serena was stunned upon hearing the man in the white suit. Others might not know about the Fowler Society, but Serena knew the name very well. As one of the top three underground organizations in South City, the Fowler Society's influence was vast, covering various industries. Even some Lloyd Group projects could not start without the Fowler Society's approval. The only son of the Fowler Society's president was named Qazi. It was no wonder even Harmony Hub dared
Serena smiled bitterly and asked, "Mister Fowler, is there no other way? Whatever compensation you want, we can discuss it!"Qazi snorted coldly. "Compensation? Do I look like someone who needs money? I just want to be friends with you, Miss Lloyd. It’s not my fault this useless fool sought his own death by provoking me!"Serena let out a sigh. She never considered seeking help from the Lloyd family. She knew that if they found out she wanted their help to save Liam, they would not agree. Moreover, even if she sought their help, it would be useless. The Lloyd Group was insignificant compared to the Fowler Society.Serena also understood that the matter would not be resolved peacefully if she could not give Qazi an explanation.As if sensing Serena's thoughts, a cold smile flashed across Qazi's face. "I'll give you three more minutes to think. After three minutes, don't blame me for being rude!"He ordered his bodyguard behind him. "Close the door!"Hearing Qazi's command, the
"A fly? He's the young master of the Fowler Society! You're acting too impulsively!" Serena was extremely anxious, but there was no time to explain further. She hurriedly urged Liam, "Go! Leave quickly while there's still time, Liam!"Despite her dissatisfaction with Liam's reckless actions, Serena understood that he did it for their sake. The only option was for Liam to leave and see if he could avoid trouble.Qazi's voice suddenly rang out. "Leave? Do you think you can escape? You dared to hit me. You're dead!"He clutched his bleeding head, his face twisted in anger as he pointed at Liam and shouted, "Just wait, you worthless nobody who dares to lay hands on me. I'll skin you alive!"While speaking, Qazi started to take out his phone.Liam shook his head, his face calm, showing no intention of leaving. "Why should I leave?" As he spoke, Liam took a step towards Qazi.Qazi was frightened. A trace of fear flashed across his face, and he repeatedly waved his hands, his body i
Crash!The next moment, the door of the karaoke bar's private room was violently kicked open with a loud bang. A man in his fifties, with a powerful build and an aura of authority, strode in, flanked by a group of his subordinates."Who did this?!"Upon stepping into the private room and seeing Qazi lying on the ground, his face covered in blood, the man's eyes narrowed, and a murderous glint flashed across his face."Dad, it was that bastard!"Seeing the man appear, Qazi's face lit up with excitement. He pointed at Liam, gritting his teeth."That bastard not only hit me but also insulted the Fowler Society by calling us flies! You have to skin him alive!"Serena grew anxious at the sight of the man, who was none other than Nathaniel Fowler—the leader of the Fowler Society.She had met Nathaniel once before, but due to the significant difference in their statuses, she was unable to speak with him. Serena had hoped to establish a connection with him in the future, believing it
"Serena..."Layla's body trembled at the sight, her voice tinged with tears. She had never witnessed such a scene before.Serena's face showed a hint of panic. She anxiously explained, "Mister Fowler, we truly didn't mean for your son to get hurt! Liam just acted impulsively earlier! He knows he was wrong, so please don't be angry!"Nathaniel put on a grim smirk. "Don't want me to be angry? It's very simple. Whichever hand he used to hurt my son, he should leave that hand behind. Then, you two can kneel on the ground and apologize to my son. Only then can we talk!"Serena was momentarily stunned. A look of helplessness flashed across her face as she spoke, "Mister Fowler, I remember you have a good relationship with Mister Sobb. The Lloyd Group also has a close relationship with him. Please, for Mister Sobb's sake, spare us this time!"The Mister Sobb that Serena mentioned was none other than the undisputed underground emperor of South City—Chester Sobb! However, her words were
Charles could not just stand by.However, Liam had not continued speaking yet.The moment Godfrey heard Charles’s words, his eyes widened abruptly, and an exaggerated grin appeared on his face."Liam?"Godfrey extended a finger, pointing straight at Liam, his tone dripping with sarcasm as he asked, "You wouldn’t happen to be that Liam, famed in South City, would you?"It was clear he had heard of Liam’s exploits."I don’t know anything about being famed in South City."Liam looked at Godfrey calmly and said, "I am Liam Burrey.""Hahaha!"Hearing Liam’s response, Godfrey burst into uncontrollable laughter, clutching his stomach. His laughter was saturated with ridicule. "I can’t take it! You’re killing me!"I thought the Hensworth family found someone reliable to back them up, but it turns out it’s just a useless piece of trash!"And you dare spout nonsense about breaking my legs?"Shaking his head, his face was full of disdain. "Now it’s clear—you people have lost your mind
"Liam…"Seeing the scene before her, Valerie trembled.When she first heard Godfrey’s merciless words, her heart burned with grief and indignation. Yet, Valerie also understood that in the face of this situation, she did not have any viable solutions.The moment she realized Godfrey was from Union Finance, Valerie knew the Hensworth Group was nothing in comparison.What’s more, the Hensworth Group was currently on the brink of bankruptcy and had to rely on Godfrey for help!She never imagined Liam would step up at such a moment.After all, she had only asked Liam to pretend to be her boyfriend; there was no real relationship between them.And Union Finance wasn’t just powerful. Its background was incredibly mysterious.There were long-standing rumors that Union Finance in Qyn Province had connections to Juneau.Otherwise, the Nosh family could not have dominated the vast financial market and remained unshaken for so many years.Even if Liam might be capable of resolving this,
"I…"Hearing this, Charles was momentarily stunned.But in the end, he shook his head and said, "Mister Nosh, if Union Finance truly can't approve a loan for the Hensworth Group, then so be it."We'll figure out another way…"Charles's voice was low and heavy. At first, he genuinely believed Godfrey wanted to be with Valerie. But now it was clear Godfrey had no such intentions—he only wanted to toy with Valerie. How could Charles possibly agree to this?At the same time, his heart was filled with regret. He had almost become the one to push his daughter into a pit of fire!"You'll figure out another way?"Godfrey's expression darkened. He glared at Charles coldly and sneered. "Ten billion in loans, just to have Valerie play with me for a while! I really didn't know that any wh*re on the market could be this expensive!""If you don't agree, I'd like to see which other financial institution in Qyn Province would dare lend to you without Union Finance's approval!"The entire orde
"What’s wrong with you?"Hearing this, Godfrey furrowed his brows and said in a dissatisfied tone, "How long has it been? How could you not handle such a simple matter?""You still want that loan from the Hensworth Group approved, don’t you?"He immediately reprimanded Charles."Whether or not I’m with you is my business, it has nothing to do with my father!"Upon hearing this, Valerie immediately understood the implication behind Godfrey's words. Although she had just been angry with Charles, she could not allow Godfrey to speak to her father like that."Then what exactly are you thinking now?"Hearing Valerie's words, Godfrey turned his head, his eyes flashing with an inexplicable light as he looked at her. "The other day, I asked you to go out for drinks. Why didn’t you go?"The reason Godfrey had come in and started pressuring Charles was that he sensed that Valerie seemed uninterested in him.However, he had not expected Valerie to suddenly speak up at this moment."I did
"Dad, Liam really does have the ability to help our Hensworth Group…"However, hearing Liam’s words, a hint of urgency flashed across Valerie’s face. She quickly spoke, as though she wanted to persuade him of something.Even though, up until now, Valerie did not know the full extent of Liam’s influence, after the last class reunion, she was very certain—Liam helping the Hensworth Group would definitely not be a problem!"Valerie! You and Liam, both of you get out of here!"Before Valerie could finish speaking, she was interrupted by Charles. His face darkened as he pointed toward the nearby door and barked harshly."Come back when you’ve thought things through!"The Hensworth Group was already on the brink of a crisis. Yet Valerie was still stirring up trouble. Right now, Charles did not even want to see her!"Dad…"Seeing this, Valerie opened her mouth, as if she wanted to say more.And just then—Bang!A loud noise rang out. The villa door of Valerie’s home was violently k
"I…"Hearing Charles’s words, Sebastian froze. His once-straight back slowly hunched over.Charles was not wrong.If the Lloyd Group were dealing with some minor trouble, maybe he could help. But if the crisis was so severe that marrying off Valerie was the only solution, there was nothing Sebastian could do.After all, he had stepped away from the Lloyd Group’s management and handed it over to Charles many years ago.Sebastian had long since lost much of his influence.Now, he was just an old man who spent his days watering flowers and pulling weeds.At that moment, a wave of frustration washed over him.As for the truth behind Charles’s words, he did not ask much. Sebastian knew his son well. If the situation were not dire, Charles wouldn’t be saying such things.Just then, Liam’s voice rang out, slow and steady."How serious could the Lloyd Group’s crisis be for you to be in such a rush to marry off Valerie?"He narrowed his eyes slightly, fixing his gaze on Charles."Yo
The young man standing before them, tall and handsome, could he really be the person described in those rumors?"Dad! Mom! You just don’t understand!"Valerie's delicate face was filled with urgency as she looked at the scene before her. "Liam really isn’t like the rumors say.""I honestly think that being with him is an honor for our Hensworth family. Please, you have to trust me!" she pleaded desperately."Grandpa just had a chat with Liam earlier. Why don’t you ask him? Doesn’t he also think Liam is great? He’s truly amazing. Everything I know about him barely scratches the surface!"As she spoke, Valerie turned her gaze to Sebastian, seeking his support.What she wanted to convey to Charles and Janell was not just about seeking their approval for her to be with Liam.At this point, Valerie only wanted to clear Liam’s name!"Sigh..."Hearing her words, Sebastian let out a deep sigh.He raised his head to look at Charles, his tone softening slightly. "It really hasn’t been
Hearing Valerie's voice, Liam could not help but turn his head, looking at Valerie with surprise in his eyes. Although he knew that her current actions were merely an excuse to avoid marrying that Mister Nosh, her performance truly startled him. If it were not for the prior agreement between him and Valerie, he would have almost believed what she was saying was true. Valerie's acting skills were indeed exceptional.As for the Hensworth family's prejudices, Liam did not care. He was well aware that, thanks to the propaganda from the Lloyd family, his reputation in South City was hardly good. However, none of this could affect him. A dragon soaring high in the sky would never be concerned about the buzzing of flies. But it seemed that the rumors from the Lloyd family were causing some trouble for Valerie. Liam had actually thought about this initially. However, when he first agreed to meet Valerie's parents, he genuinely believed that he just needed to show up and everything w
He immediately turned his head to look at Sebastian and said, "At your age, you usually have the best perspective. What happened this time? Why do you trust someone you just met so much?"That's because you didn't see the performance of this kid just now!"Sebastian was very dissatisfied with Charles's words. He patted his waist and said, "If it weren't for this kid just now, I wouldn't be able to stand up until now! He wants to teach me a set of boxing techniques that can heal my old man's back injury. Can you do that?""This…"Hearing Sebastian's words, Charles was taken aback. He really did not know that so much had happened just now. Charles was not a foolish person stuck in his ways. Seeing Sebastian's attitude, he could still determine that the young man in front of him had some ability.However, even so, Charles's thoughts did not change."What's your name?" Charles turned his head to look at Liam and asked. This was the first time he had inquired about Liam's name since e