"Of course! When Mister Corona interacted with us back then, it was a pleasant experience. Moreover, we saw that he clearly had the influence to speak on behalf of the Hill family!" Felix beamed with a broad smile. "If anyone helped us, it must've been Mister Corona!"Serena frowned. "Even if Tobias can talk to the Hill family, he doesn't seem like someone who can change their minds."Serena knew Tobias quite well. Despite his impressive abilities, he was not influential enough to sway the Hill family's decisions."Why don't we just call him and ask? If it was him who helped, we should at least thank him properly," Ronald suggested, pulling out his phone."We can't let Mister Corona do us such a big favor without even expressing our gratitude."Serena nodded. Soon, the call connected."Mister Corona, did you speak to the Hill family and get them to resume their cooperation with our Lloyd Corporation?" Ronald asked tentatively, holding the phone.On the other end, Tobias was ta
Upon hearing those words, Serena paused slightly, a complex expression flashing across her cold and beautiful face. She had not expected Tobias to help her family. To make the Hill family change their mind, Tobias must have made quite an effort!"You've done us such a big favor, yet you didn't tell us in advance," Serena's voice softened a bit.Tobias continued over the phone. "It's only a small matter. Why fuss about it? Serena, I met your ex-husband, the one you mentioned to me many times before. I truly believe that leaving Liam was the best choice you ever made."Ever since that worthless fellow was released from prison, nothing has gone smoothly for your family. First, your mother and your brother were beaten up. Then, your father and relatives faced such a huge problem at the Hill family's annual gathering!"He's a recently released convict, and I can't fathom how he had the nerve to deceive the Hill family, dragging your family into it! If it weren't for me this time, what
Hailey's face was full of hurt. "Thinking about you marrying Liam, I regret it so much now! It's your poor brother I pity the most. He's still lying in a hospital bed!"Hearing the voices around her, Serena suddenly stood up and declared firmly, "I'm going to get an explanation from Liam! I can't let you suffer in vain!"With that, Serena left the hall with her phone in hand. She stood at the door as her face contorted angrily while dialing Liam's number.At the same time, Liam had just left the airport and was about to pass through a quiet alley ahead. His phone suddenly rang loudly.Taking out his phone, he froze when he saw the number. Serena's number had not changed. He recognized the string of digits that were etched in his memory.He paused for a moment before answering. "Hello. What's up?"The moment he answered, Serena's accusing voice came through."Liam! You know very well what’s up! Back then, you beat my brother and my mother so badly that they ended up in the hosp
"You said I should investigate my mother and brother's affairs further. Fine, I can do that. You claimed you were invited to the Hill family's annual meeting. I could even pretend to believe that, but saying that the Lloyd Group narrowly escaped disaster is pure nonsense! You're lying through your teeth!"Serena's voice was filled with resentment. "If it weren't for Mister Corona's help, the Hill family would have already held us accountable! Liam, it's only been a few years. How did you become like this? If you don't have money, I can help you, but you can't become a hypocrite who shirks all responsibility!"Liam froze upon hearing her words. He frowned deeply."When did Tobias help the Lloyd Group?"Serena's anger flared. "When? Of course, it was after we offended the Hill family because of you! Mister Corona helped to restore our cooperation with them!"Liam squinted coldly. "Tobias Corona…"He had not expected it. Tobias dared to take credit for things he had not done!Liam
Serpentine smiled sinisterly, licking his lips. "Triboar, don't be so worried. I know my limits. Even if he stood still, I wouldn't kill him. At most, I'd just slice off an ear!"The short, stout man named Triboar frowned. "Stop playing around! We've followed this kid all the way. Now that he's finally left the Hill family's territory, we should seize the opportunity and take him back as soon as possible.""Alright, alright!" Serpentine replied impatiently.He turned his head, his eyes cold as he looked at Liam.Serpentine seemed ready to say something. "You—"However, before he could finish his sentence, he was abruptly interrupted."This morning, the people in the car following me from the Everluster Pavilion must've been you two. Tell me, how do you want to die?"Liam was indifferent as he stared at Serpentine and Triboar as if they were already dead.Liam had noticed the car following them when they left the Everluster Pavilion earlier that day. Since he was with several me
In Serpentine's eyes, Liam was simply asking for trouble!Even before they made a move, they had already carefully observed Liam. His slender and frail figure made it clear he was no match for them. Despite possessing some medical skills, he was nothing more than a powerless young doctor. He could not pose any threat to them. Sending Serpentine and Triboar out on that mission was complete overkill!Nevertheless, Serpentine could understand. After all, their boss had been plotting against the Hill family for a long time.According to their initial plan, Julian should have succumbed to the poison long ago after it was administered. However, they had not heard any news of Julian's death, which worried their boss.The young man in front of them, who the Hill family most likely invited to treat the illness, was probably one of the few who knew Julian's physical condition!However, it was also evident that Julian's health was probably not optimistic. Otherwise, the Hill family would
Serpentine lived up to his name.Like a snake, he was cold, agile, and slippery. Each of his attacks was viciously lethal.Most people could not keep up with Serpentine's speed.Countless individuals found themselves stuck due to his advantage in speed, with no way to escape, ultimately meeting their demise under his dagger.In Serpentine's mind, this time would be no different!However, in a split second, the dagger, gleaming with cold light, was about to pierce Liam's body at a peculiar angle."You fool!"Serpentine's eyes were full of disdain! It seemed he could already envision Liam writhing in pain and crying out as he fell under the blade.However, a panicked cry suddenly came from behind Serpentine."Watch out!"Triboar widened his eyes, looking terrified.A shiver ran down Serpentine's spine. A sense of impending doom instantly washed over him!Meanwhile, an indifferent voice slowly echoed from behind Serpentine."Who told you I was going to dodge?"At some point,
A crisp sound echoed, and a crack suddenly appeared on the side of the stainless steel dagger.Liam curled his fingers into a fist and exerted force again. "One Inch Punch!"Crack!The dagger bent and deformed instantly, and the crack extended out. The dagger could not withstand the tremendous force, snapping into two halves.One half of the dagger flew straight from Liam's hand and pierced into the nearby wall.Serpentine gasped in shock when he saw that the other half of the dagger was deeply embedded in the wall. His body began to tremble uncontrollably."This... How is this possible?"A single punch shattered the stainless steel dagger. Was he human?Fear surged in Serpentine's heart. It seemed like they had picked the wrong opponent. The seemingly frail young man in front of them must be a terrifying existence."Do you fancy daggers?" Liam asked.His voice was indifferent, but it filled Serpentine with boundless terror."Not... Not really..."Serpentine seemed to want
"Because whether it's the Bellflower or the White Glycoside Cream, they are both products of the Verdant Harvest Charity Foundation..."Agustine looked up at Matthias and softly responded."What!"Upon hearing Agustine's words, Matthias's eyes suddenly widened in disbelief!Just now, he was too shocked to ask Agustine who owned the White Glycoside Cream. But Matthias had never imagined that the White Glycoside Cream was also a product of the Verdant Harvest Charity Foundation!If the Verdant Harvest Charity Foundation's initial release of Bellflower was a coincidence, then now, bringing out the White Glycoside Cream means that the Foundation might have even more hidden products!No wonder Agustine said that to find effective treatments, one doesn't need to dig through the earth!"So, you came to Juneau this time because the Verdant Harvest Charity Foundation entrusted you?" Matthias looked at Agustine."I don't have the qualifications to be entrusted by the Verdant Harvest Char
It was not just Hansen and the others. Agustine, standing at the back, was also stunned.He had never expected what was happening in front of him!At first, Agustine only thought that after Matthias learned about the efficacy of the White Glycoside Cream, he would quickly sign the market approval documents!So, when Matthias notified all the department heads, Agustine still had no idea what was going on! But who would have known?In the next moment, he heard Matthias's new command!Just the effect of the White Glycoside Cream alone had changed all of Matthias's previous views!His series of new commands now meant that the entire Hestian drug supervision department would have to change its attitude toward ancient Hestian medicine!From once looking down on traditional Hestian medicine, they now aimed to actively seek new Hestian herbal medicines!Agustine had not expected that his initial, accidental action would cause such profound effects.At the same time, the people in th
"Mister Kien, please speak!"Hearing Matthias's words, everyone in the room immediately straightened their postures, their expressions turning serious.Hansen, standing at the forefront, felt a twinge of nervousness.The current situation inexplicably gave him the feeling that something major was about to happen!"Regarding the recent policies our Pharmaceutical Supervision Department implemented for the approval of traditional Hestian medicine for market entry, I propose some changes," Matthias began."Any traditional Hestian medicine applying for approval must undergo special consideration and independent verification of its effectiveness."As long as the medicine meets efficacy standards, we will open a green channel for expedited processing, aiming to complete the approval within five days!"However, if any such medicine is found to involve false advertising, the company responsible will be blacklisted completely, and all its products will be barred from submission for testi
After hearing Agustine's response, Matthias was utterly speechless.This was simply too astonishing!The situation unfolding before him was nothing like what he initially anticipated.At first, Matthias intended to use himself as an example to persuade Agustine not to blindly trust traditional Hestian medicine. But he never expected that the White Glycoside Cream would actually work!Not only did it work—it worked so well that it shocked him!If Matthias were not absolutely certain he was wide awake, he might have thought he was dreaming.This was nothing short of a miracle!"Agustine..."A long silence followed.Finally, Matthias's voice broke the stillness. He stared blankly at Agustine, his voice dry and hoarse. "Are you sure this ointment... is actually traditional Hestian medicine?"It was more than just traditional Hestian medicine!The efficacy of the White Glycoside Cream had already surpassed Matthias's understanding of medicine itself."Mister Kien, that's why I s
"Mister Kien, please don't move."Seeing the scene before him, Agustine hurriedly grabbed the White Glycoside Cream and walked over.Then, with a look of heartfelt concern in his eyes, he gently applied the White Glycoside Cream to the scar on Matthias's lower abdomen.There was barely any of the ointment left!"You..." Matthias was speechless as he watched Agustine's behavior.Right now, Agustine seemed completely bewitched!"All done!"After applying the ointment, Agustine smiled with satisfaction."That's it?"Matthias's eyes widened in disbelief as he stared at Agustine."Agustine, can you wake up already? Is this the so-called miraculous herbal medicine you were raving about?"At first, Matthias had thought Agustine was under some kind of spell when he enthusiastically praised the White Glycoside Cream.He had imagined it would at least produce some noticeable reaction—like those street charlatans with their so-called miracle cures relying on tricks to deceive people.
Unfortunately, Agustine approached the wrong person!"I'm approving a one-month leave for you. Take a good rest."Matthias did not want to engage with Agustine any further. He lowered his head and began drafting a leave note for Agustine: "I hope after taking some time off, you'll be able to calm down!"Given Agustine's current state, he was no longer fit to continue working at the Hestia Drug Administration."Mister Kien, you..."Seeing this, urgency flashed across Agustine's face. He gritted his teeth and took out the few remaining samples of the White Glycoside Cream.Originally, Agustine planned to cover the samples with poplar leaves and conduct further testing! He was deeply curious about how this White Glycoside Cream could deliver such miraculous effects. But right now, there was no time to worry about that!"What you're holding—don't tell me it's that so-called miracle Hestian medicine?"Matthias frowned deeply. Agustine's current behavior was starting to make him ge
When Matthias was carefully reviewing the documents just now, he noticed that the 'White Glycoside Cream' Agustine mentioned was a type of traditional Hestian medicine.The more he realized this, the less he could understand it.Matthias knew Agustine well and was fully aware of how much Agustine despised traditional Hestian medicine from Hestia.In fact, it could be said that anyone working in Hestia's Drug Administration Department harbored some degree of prejudice against traditional Hestian medicine!After all, they dealt with related drugs daily and understood just how detestable many so-called traditional Hestian remedies were!This was precisely why Matthias always felt he and Agustine were like-minded, and they had a good personal relationship because of it. But Matthias never expected that this time, when Agustine returned, he would ask him to sign off on the approval for a traditional Hestian medicine!And this particular traditional medicine, which was only allowed to
"Alright." Lucy responded in a muffled voice, letting out a light sigh. "According to the flight tracker, Agustine has already arrived in Juneau. I wonder how things are going on his side now."Based on his reaction earlier, retrieving the market approval shouldn't be a problem, right?"Hearing this, Liam froze for a moment.While Liam and Lucy were filled with curiosity about what had transpired after Agustine's arrival in Juneau, Agustine was already at the Hestia Drug Administration Department.After organizing the necessary documents, he quickly grabbed them and rushed to the office of the department head.At the office door, Agustine knocked."Come in."Hearing the voice from inside, Agustine promptly pushed open the door and entered."Agustine, what brings you here?"Seeing it was Agustine who walked in, Matthias Kien, the head of the Hestia Drug Administration Department, displayed a trace of surprise.Even though his position was much higher and his age significantly
In the end, Serena left the South City Bank empty-handed.Gazing at the brilliant sunshine outside, she let out a soft sigh.At first, Serena thought the money might be impossible to recover, but she never expected that she couldn't even find a single clue related to it!She stood still for a moment, and after some hesitation, Serena pulled out her phone and dialed a number.At this point, there was only one last lead to uncover the whereabouts of the money.And that lead was Liam.Everything that had happened pointed to one thing—Liam might actually know something!Before long, the call connected."Hello..."After taking a moment to adjust her emotions, Serena began to speak. But before she could finish her sentence, Liam's voice cut her off."What is it?"His tone was no longer as courteous as it once had been.After everything that had transpired, Liam's attitude toward Serena had noticeably changed."I…" Serena froze for a moment.This version of Liam felt unfamiliar,