Isabela looked at Liam with immense joy. "I heard from some friends that they've already returned all the high-interest loans they borrowed from the Tiger Gang! All of this is thanks to you, Liam!"Nathaniel resolved the matter of the Tiger Gang's high-interest loans following Liam's instructions. Isabela received the news from friends who were also debtors at the time.Without the shadow of debt collectors, Isabela's former timidity gradually disappeared, and a smile returned to her face.Liam smiled faintly, waving his hand. "It's nothing. Let's not talk about the past. I brought some medicinal herbs for Uncle Sunny. After we eat, I'll give him a simple treatment. His health will soon recover!"Isabela's eyes lit up even more at Liam's words. "Really? That's wonderful!"Sunny nervously looked at Liam. "Can my body really return to its former state?"Liam nodded. "There shouldn't be any problem.""Let's eat quickly! After the meal, Liam, please help me as soon as possible!"Su
After finishing Sunny's treatment, the three of them returned to the living room for a casual chat.Suddenly, Isabela seemed to remember something. She looked up at Liam, hesitating to speak."Aunt Isabela, what's on your mind?" Liam asked, noticing Isabela's unusual demeanor.Isabela glanced around the shabby room before she spoke. "Liam, the Tiger Gang returned the high-interest loans we gave them a while back. Given our current living conditions, we considered using that money to get Yanne a better place to live. We're not very knowledgeable about buying property, so we wanted to ask if you could advise us."Liam smiled. "Aunt Isabela, I was just thinking the same thing. Have you had a look at any specific properties?"One of the main reasons Liam had come to visit was to help Isabela's family find a new home. He was wondering how to bring up the topic when Isabela mentioned it herself.Isabela replied tentatively, "I heard there's a development called Vientiane Bay in South C
"I didn't expect property sales halls to be this luxurious nowadays!" exclaimed Isabela as she stepped into the hall, her eyes filled with admiration.Isabela had not been out for a long time, so she was naturally impressed by the grandeur."Aunt Isabela, there are some house models over there. Let's go have a look," suggested Liam, who paid little attention to the hall's decorations.After a quick glance, he walked forward. Soon, they arrived at the sand table model in the center of the sales hall.Isabela was amazed by the detailed and clear model. Her face lit up with excitement as she exclaimed, "This is what the houses in Vientiane Bay look like? They even recreated the neighborhood! No wonder everyone says the houses in Vientiane Bay are great!"Isabela excitedly admired the model and added, "They also say Vientiane Bay has the best school districts in South City. I just wonder how much the houses here cost…"Although the model was detailed, there was no pricing information
After a moment of hesitation, Isabela looked up at Lilly and asked, "If we decide to buy, are there any discounts available?"Lilly scoffed and sneered at Isabela."Discounts? When has there ever been a discount on properties at Vientiane Bay? Let's not even talk about the quality of these homes. Just living in Vientiane Bay gives you access to the best school in South City."Forget about discounts, it's a wonder the prices haven't gone up! This particular unit is the last one left. If you don't buy it, there are plenty of others who will!"Isabela bit her lip, a deep sense of hesitation crossing her face. "The last one left?"With her personality, even if she were satisfied with the house, the 530,000 dollar price tag would make her back off immediately. She was only considering it because of the school district where Vientiane Bay was located.As Lilly had mentioned, buying a house there would ensure that Yanne could attend the best school in South City.Liam glanced at Lilly
As Lilly disappeared into the distance, Isabela let out a long sigh of relief.Despite the significant pressure they faced in purchasing the house, Isabela felt no regret at all. After all, buying a house in Vientiane Bay did not drastically improve just their living environment. More importantly, it ensured that Yanne could attend the best school in South City!Thinking about how her family would finally have a new home, Isabela could not suppress the bright smile on her face.Although Sunny had not said anything, he clearly supported Isabela's decision."At worst, we'll just work a bit harder in the future," he said, a hint of determination flashing in his eyes."Aunt Isabela, you really don't need to worry so much about the house payment—"Since the decision was made, Liam finally felt he could speak up. He was about to share his plans, but Isabela interrupted him again just as he started."We're not worried about it," Isabela said with a smile, shaking her head. "Your Uncle
Liam's frown deepened. "What are you doing now?"Francis was displeased by the scene. "What exactly is going on?"Lilly quickly responded, "Mister Kongo, it's nothing. You don't need to worry! They were just looking at the same house earlier!"Isabela hurried over and explained to Lilly. "We even said we wanted to buy it! Did you forget? After we said we wanted to buy it, you promised to get the contract for us. We've been waiting for you!"Lilly rolled her eyes. "Did you pay?""We haven't paid yet since we didn't get the contract—"Isabela was abruptly cut off by Lilly. "Then, it's settled! No payment means you're still waiting."She turned to Francis with a flattering smile. "It's fine, Mister Kongo. Just proceed with the payment. This is a small matter. I can handle it."Isabela became anxious. "We've been waiting for you for so long..."Lilly's face remained expressionless. "Well, I'm sorry you waited in vain. As you just saw earlier, the last house has already been sold!"
Upon hearing Lilly's words, Isabela's face changed dramatically. "What's that supposed to mean?""What do you think I mean? I think I made myself clear! The house cannot be sold to you!" Lilly looked at Francis and continued with an air of righteousness, "Even though you have the full payment, I forgot to mention earlier that besides prioritizing full payments, we have another rule in Vientiane Bay—if someone buys a second house in Vientiane Bay, they also get priority!" Lily looked at Isabela with disdain, her nose high in the air."Do you know who Mister Kongo is? He's Francis Kongo, the executive director of Enfield Group in South City worth tens of millions! Besides this hundred square meter house, he has already bought a two hundred and thirty square meter house in Vientiane Bay! Naturally, he has the priority to buy a second house. Do you think you have the qualifications to compete with Mister Kongo for a house?" Lilly was fearless and smug.Liam chuckled in exasperatio
"Alright, I don't need to see any other types of houses in Vientiane Bay."Liam's voice suddenly rang out. He pulled out the Centurion Black Card that Howser had given him and tossed it in front of Lilly icily."I'll take the four hundred and thirty square meter house. Now that I have a house in Vientiane Bay, I should be able to buy that hundred-square-meter house. Or, do you have some new policy?""I..."Lilly was stunned. Clearly, she had not expected the turn of events.A mocking smile flashed across Lilly's face. She sneered and said disdainfully, "What are you thinking? Have you gone mad, wanting to buy a house? Do you think you can buy the most expensive house in Vientiane Bay with just a card? Do you even know how much that house costs? Now, you think you own a house in Vientiane Bay? Do you think I'm the one who's crazy, or are you out of your mind?"Lilly's face was full of ridicule.Isabela grew anxious as she quickly tugged at Liam. "Liam, what are you doing? Didn't
In the very next moment…As soon as Charles and the others processed what was happening, they hurriedly turned to Liam, frantically urging, "Liam, you need to leave now! This time, you’ve really gotten yourself into trouble!"Even though Charles and his companions still had not figured out what exactly was going on in front of them, and they had no idea who the woman who suddenly appeared was or what her relationship with Liam might be, they were absolutely certain that this time, Liam had truly stirred up major trouble!Despite Liam and the mysterious woman who appeared behind him both displaying impressive skills, they were still only two people.When faced with United Financial, Liam wouldn’t stand a chance of resisting.Not to mention—breaking Godfrey’s leg had completely severed any chance of reconciliation with United Financial. With Godfrey’s vengeful nature, this would undoubtedly escalate to a fight to the death!In Charles’s eyes, Liam’s only option was to flee immedi
"Don’t! Don’t you dare interfere with me!"Sensing the bodyguards' movements, Godfrey suddenly snapped awake. His face twisted with fury, his eyes bloodshot as he roared, "Kill him for me! Kill him!"The searing pain in his leg distorted Godfrey's features, but none of it could mask the blazing anger inside him.He, Godfrey, had been beaten into this state by a mere useless ex-convict!Even the Lloyd Group, the former backer of that useless ex-convict, Liam, wouldn’t have dared to treat him this way!Who gave him the nerve to do this?At the instant Godfrey's order rang out, the two bodyguards who had initially rushed toward him abruptly turned around. They swiftly drew retractable batons from their waists and aimed them straight at Liam’s head!"Yes! Beat him to death for me! I want his skin peeled off!"Godfrey's body trembled as he screamed madly at the scene before him.However, just as the two batons were about to strike Liam from both sides...A flash of cold light strea
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