"Are you talking about Hailey?"Upon hearing this, Liam finally understood what Fahad meant.However, in the next moment, he narrowed his eyes, and a cold gleam flashed in his gaze. "Is this how South City Bank teaches you to speak?""Heh..."Hearing Liam's words, Fahad froze for a moment, then a look of disdainful mockery appeared on his face. "What has South City Bank taught me? Who are you to point fingers? You're just here to handle a business, what are you even worth!""I'll tell you this: if you don't obediently go take a number, don't blame me for having security throw you out..."He lifted his chin and arrogantly spoke.However, before Fahad could finish his sentence...Slap!Liam raised his hand, and a slap landed hard on Fahad's face.It was a brutal slap!Fahad was instantly stunned!His face began to swell, with a red, five-finger mark clearly visible."I'll teach you the first lesson. No matter what the client is here for, you show respect the moment they arri
"Mister Nagel…"Upon hearing Fahad's words, the security guard at the front turned around with a frightened expression, about to say something.However, before the guard could speak, a series of hurried footsteps suddenly rang out from behind!A middle-aged man with a refined demeanor and a kind face, accompanied by several staff members, was rushing toward the crowd."Mister Herrington!"Seeing the man appear, Fahad immediately stood up straight. Angrily, he pointed at the nearby security guards and began complaining, "The security at our bank is really poor. They've let someone come here and bully our staff, and they're just standing there like fools!"This refined and kind man was none other than the newly appointed president of South City Bank, Jim Herrington.Unlike the previous president, Kris, Jim had a very good temper and got along well with most of the staff. Otherwise, Fahad wouldn't have dared to speak so rudely and complain so directly."It's this scoundrel, he cam
At the same time, the onlookers were filled with utter confusion!They were well aware of the status and influence the president of the South City Bank held in the city.Yet, such an unreachable figure was standing nervously and respectfully before this handsome young man.He even struck an employee under his command just because the staff member spoke disrespectfully toward the young man ahead!Even Liam was momentarily stunned as he observed the scene before him."You know me?"He looked at Jim, a trace of confusion flashing across his face."The foundation informed me about today's arrangements," Jim said, his expression instantly tense. "But I truly didn't expect that you would personally come..."Jim was previously informed about the share transfer arrangement involving the Verdant Harvest Charity Foundation.He had made extensive preparations, knowing that from now on, South City Bank would be under the foundation's umbrella.However, when Jim followed up with the found
The young man who had just been mocked and belittled by him… Was he actually the new owner of South City Bank?And himself? He had been so blind and foolish, recklessly provoking and humiliating him!As he thought about this, Fahad's body trembled violently again.The behavior of Hailey and the others had truly landed him in trouble!He gritted his teeth, a flash of resentment crossing his face. But now was not the time to dwell on that."Grandmaster Burrey... Mister Herrington..."Fahad turned his head, forcing a smile uglier than crying. "I... I must have been out of my mind, unable to see who I was dealing with!"It's all a misunderstanding. I hope Grandmaster Burrey won't take it personally..."Following Jim's lead, Fahad stammered nervously. At this moment, there was no trace of his earlier arrogance or brazenness."Shut up!"But before he could finish, Jim interrupted him harshly.Jim glared at Fahad and growled, "Do you think you're qualified to address him like that?
"What's wrong?"Hearing the startled cry from Jim, Liam turned his head and asked."N-Nothing..."Jim's body trembled as he waved his hands repeatedly, his face pale with fear. "Grandmaster Burrey, I just had a slight leg cramp earlier. It's nothing…"He was terrified that Liam might realize what he was thinking."Take care of your health."However, Liam did not pay it much mind. He glanced at Jim and reminded him casually."I understand! Thank you for your concern, Grandmaster Burrey!"Jim swallowed nervously and nodded repeatedly."By the way, there's something else."At that moment, Liam seemed to recall something."Grandmaster Burrey, please go ahead!"Jim immediately stood upright, looking at Liam with a solemn expression."It's about Fahad…"Liam narrowed his eyes slightly as he began to speak."Don't worry, Grandmaster Burrey!" Jim responded earnestly, "Forget just South City Bank—going forward, no financial institution associated with South City will hire him!"
However, all of a sudden, Liam seemed to have thought of something. He turned his head to look at Jim and asked, "If we proceed like this, does South City Bank bear any responsibility?"Seeing the situation in front of him, Jim suddenly reacted.Those three clients who came to South City Bank to handle large-denomination certificates of deposit might have had some conflict with Grandmaster Burrey.He could not figure out what kind of task would dare provoke Grandmaster Burrey.However, now was not the time to dwell on that."What responsibility could we possibly have!" Jim raised his head and responded, "That contract was privately signed between them and Fahad. It has nothing to do with South City Bank."Giving them a reminder is already South City Bank being conscientious and responsible!"At this point, he pursed his lips, full of disdain for the three people handling the business."Those three who signed the contract are fools. Who would dare sign a deal at that interest r
"Is that so?"Upon hearing this, Liam narrowed his eyes slightly.Initially, when Serena mentioned the background of Union Finance's connections in Juneau, Liam did not pay much attention to it.But now, it seemed that things weren't as simple as he had thought.The forces behind Union Finance appeared far from ordinary!"Yes, Grandmaster Burrey."Hearing this, Jim nodded earnestly. After hesitating for a moment, he spoke again with caution, "It's said that the forces backing Union Finance are rather ruthless.We'd better be careful..."A hint of worry flashed across his face."I see." Liam squinted his eyes and nodded lightly. "Understood."Seeing that Grandmaster Burrey had taken his words to heart, Jim smiled with relief.To think that such a powerful figure, who could turn the tides single-handedly, was still willing to listen to his advice.This only deepened Jim's respect for Liam!"Alright, if there's nothing else, get back to work."Liam then stood up, ready to lea
"Sir… this matter… it's entirely my responsibility!"Yaksha stammered in terror, "But it mainly happened too suddenly. We never expected the Verdant Harvest Charity Foundation would make a sudden move against us."Before this, there wasn't any conflict between us…"His voice trembled as he spoke, and he appeared utterly frightened."No conflict?" Hearing this, the elder's gaze turned colder. "Whether there was a conflict or not, Union Finance shouldn't have been left without the ability to fight back!"But that Verdant Harvest Charity Foundation is truly seeking death!"As he spoke, he lifted his head, a sinister gleam flashing in his eyes. "A mere foundation, relying on luck to create some herbal medicine, and they think they've become somebody?""To dare challenge the Nosh family!"The elder's voice was laced with murderous intent.Despite his dissatisfaction with Yaksha, he also understood that this situation had largely been caused by the Verdant Harvest Charity Foundation
"Dead?"Andy froze for a moment, a flash of surprise flickering in his eyes!He simply could not believe that the two of them, Monochrome Duo Wraiths—who were considered top-tier martial arts masters—could be killed by this young man right in front of him!"It's absurd!"The next moment, a mocking expression appeared on Andy's face. "Although I don't know how you managed to escape the pursuit of Monochrome Duo Wraiths, and still dared to come to Juneau to find us."But for someone who's come to die like you, I'm actually quite satisfied."He sneered and said, "Speak, how do you want to die?""Since all the members of your Nosh family are here." Liam imitated Andy's tone, showing a smile as he spoke, "Speak, how do you want to die?""You ignorant brat, you still dare to talk arrogantly!"Seeing this, the elder standing in front of Andy's eyes suddenly flashed with a fierce light.Boom—In the next moment, his body paused sharply and, like a tiger descending from the mountain,
During all of this, Andy stood still, not moving at all. Even when the guests scattered in panic, he did not say a word.His muscles were tense, appearing calm on the outside, but in reality, he was extremely nervous!The reason was simple.His grandfather had sent Monochrome Duo Wraiths to the South City for a mission, but they had not completed it and returned to Juneau.Instead, their target had found him without any effort, calm and composed!Although Andy still could not believe that advanced martial arts Masters like Monochrome Duo Wraiths could not handle an unknown young man, the situation in front of him was already speaking for itself!Andy had no idea what had happened at that time. But he was sure that the young man standing before him, with his handsome looks, was not someone to be underestimated.Thus, Andy was fully alert!It was not just Andy.Inside the villa, there were also other members of the Nosh family who had not fled.Or rather, after what Liam had sa
"I'll give you a hint."Liam gave a faint smile, but there was no emotion behind it. "Your grandfather, Arkem, sent someone to South City to find me, didn't he?""South City…"Andy froze for a moment.The next moment, his body trembled, and his eyes widened in shock. "You... you're that... Liam Burrey?!"Although Yaksha had brought Godfrey's body to Juneau to meet Arkem in secret, with very few people knowing about it, over time, the news eventually spread through the Nosh family.Not to mention, Arkem had directly sent the Monochrome Duo Wraiths to South City.The sudden disappearance of Arkem's trusted aides, who had always been by his side, was bound to raise suspicion.Most importantly, the severed arm of Yaksha had not returned to South City but remained in Juneau with the Nosh family.Through his daily, hate-filled rants, many members of the Nosh family in Juneau had learned the name of the person who killed Godfrey — the mysterious Liam from South City!However, unlike
Elsa stood dazed in place.She stared at Michael, who had collapsed on the ground, already lifeless, her eyes trembling uncontrollably.Even now, Elsa could not accept it—her son had just died right in front of her!"I... I will fight you to the death!"In the next moment, Elsa suddenly lifted her head, her face contorted, her eyes wide with rage as she rushed towards Liam. "I'll make you bury my son!"You damn, knife-wielding b*stard, I will kill you!"Her hoarse cries echoed throughout the villa's living room."You're so desperate... want to die?"Seeing this, Liam lowered his head and looked at Elsa below."I..."Upon hearing Liam's words, Elsa trembled, suddenly snapping back to her senses.Although Michael's death left her heartbroken, Elsa was not ready to die—she had not lived enough yet!She could not possibly want to die!Elsa immediately stopped in her tracks."Don't kill me! Don't kill me! I don't want to die! My son is dead! That's enough! I don't want to die!
"I didn't expect that I hadn't found you yet, and you came right to my doorstep!"Speak! What is your purpose for following behind Elsa and the others and coming to my Nosh family's banquet?"He stared at Liam, his eyes gleaming with a chilling light.As the legitimate eldest grandson of the Nosh family in Juneau, Andy was no pampered, unskilled rich second generation. He was very intelligent!Andy clearly knew that following behind Elsa and the others without being noticed, and even sneaking into the villa without alarming security, was no ordinary feat.All of this was not something just anyone could accomplish!Therefore, when facing Liam, he did not act rashly.However, Andy was quite clever, but there were always those at the scene who did not understand the situation."I didn't expect this b*stard to dare follow us the whole way!" Michael suddenly reached out, pointing at Liam while speaking harshly, "And you still dare tell Mister Andy Nosh that we brought you here!"We
He noticed this scene.Andy's expression suddenly darkened, and a trace of coldness flashed in his eyes.This villa was his private residence.Although it had been provided for the evening banquet, most of the villa contained Andy's personal belongings, especially on the second floor, where his bedroom was.If it were not for today's public display, Andy would never have allowed someone like Elsa to go up to the second floor of the villa!And now, someone actually dared to step onto the second floor of the villa without his permission!They were really courting death!"Who allowed you to go up there?"Andy's face was gloomy, and his voice was icy cold."Do I need your permission to go up there?"Liam looked down from a higher vantage point, answering淡ly."Do you dare speak to me like that?"As soon as Andy heard Liam's words, his expression changed dramatically.As the legitimate eldest grandson of the Nosh family, one of the most influential families in Juneau, the future
Elsa lifted her head and looked at Andy."I didn't mean that."Upon hearing this, Andy shook his head.He squinted as he examined Elsa, a hint of satisfaction flashing in his eyes.The fearful attitude that Elsa and Michael showed in front of him made Andy feel quite proud. This situation proved that he held supreme authority in their hearts.As long as this was the case, it meant he could easily control the Link family!However, controlling subordinates required more than just authority. It needed a balance of both favor and power!Only then could he leave a deep impression on the other guests at this banquet!"What I meant was, since you're unwell, you should get more rest."Andy's tone changed, and he smiled warmly, speaking in a friendly manner."As for the matter this time, I've understood it, and of course, you're not to blame.""Thank you, Mister Nosh!"Hearing Andy's words, Elsa's face lit up with surprise, and she repeatedly bowed to thank him."No need to thank m
"Don't say it's some kind of accident."Andy completely ignored Michael, once again disgustedly waving his hand at Elsa, who was still nearby. He wrinkled his nose at the faint smell of urine floating in the air. "Get away from me.""Eh! Alright, alright!"Elsa quickly nodded, retreating another step.Michael closely followed her, a forced smile on his face.In front of Andy, they did not dare show any of the unreasonableness they had displayed earlier when facing Liam!"Who would wear something like this to Mister Andy Nosh's banquet?""Not just the clothes, didn't you smell that urine odor coming from her?""I remember, they're from the Link family, the ones collaborating with Mister Andy Nosh on that cosmetics brand, right? This is just hilarious!"…Hearing this, other guests at the banquet could not help but burst into mocking laughter."That damn scoundrel, making me lose face like this. Once I get out of Mister Andy Nosh's house, I'm going to find him!"Hearing the v
It was precisely because of this series of reasons that, to avoid unnecessary trouble, they decided not to drive to the dinner. That's how they happened to run into Liam.One could say that a series of coincidences aligned to create the situation that unfolded today.Not far from the scene, the woman and the man turned a corner and entered a secluded villa area. Following the narrow path inside, they arrived at a mansion guarded by security, a lavish estate."We are here to attend Mister Andy Nosh's dinner."They quickly handed the invitation, which they had been holding, to the security at the door.This mansion was one of Andy's properties."Elsa Loony, Michael Link?"The security guard took the invitation and looked suspiciously at the man and woman standing before him."Yes, it's us! It's us!"The woman, Elsa, quickly nodded.Upon hearing this, the security guard squinted and gave Elsa a once-over, his eyes briefly flashing over her tattered clothing.Elsa smiled awkward