The Reilleys were one of the top families in New Avalbourne, and many powerhouses sought to collaborate with them.Yet, those same people were willing to pay hefty penalties to sever ties with the Reilley family.It was highly unusual.Demetrius Reilley, the head of the family, asked in disbelief, "Dad, what did they say? I can't believe they're bold enough to do this! Don't they understand the consequences?""Dad, is it all of our partners? What about the O'Hara family? Are they doing the same?"Stuart's four sons chimed in, all stunned by the sudden turn of events.Stuart sighed and tapped the table for silence. "The O'Hara family has also refused to work with us and paid the penalty. Jovanni told me directly that it was not their decision. A powerful figure wants to make things difficult for us.""What?"The room erupted in shock.Who could have such influence?They were one of New Avalbourne's most prominent families, with connections reaching the highest levels of govern
Despite the Reilley family's considerable power, their liquid assets were limited.The loans amounted to hundreds of millions, and most of their wealth was tied to physical assets.That was not unique to the Reilleys; most families and businesses kept minimal liquid funds, investing their money where needed and mortgaging assets to banks for loans.Usually, banks were eager to oblige such requests.Yet, Ace Finance was refusing to lend to the Reilley family, and the sudden withdrawal of financial support struck their empire's very foundation.How could the Reilleys not panic?"What?" Stuart shot to his feet, looking horrified.Suddenly, he swayed, and his vision darkened as he fell backward."Dad!""Grandpa!"The hall erupted into chaos, and everyone's attention shifted from Theon's shocking news to Stuart's wellbeing.If something happened to Stuart, their influence would be cut in half.After all, many of the Reilley family's crucial relationships were maintained through
With Stuart's dismissal, everyone left the hall.However, they all had a troubled look on their faces.The Reilley family was their biggest support, and they would surely lose their life of luxury if the family were to go bankrupt.Once alone, Stuart's shoulders slumped with his head bowed, looking defeated.He had a gut feeling that they were facing an unprecedented challenge, one that could easily lead to their downfall if not handled carefully.He took a deep breath and pulled out his phone to call his good friend."Hello, Jovanni. What's really going on here? We've been friends for decades. I'm begging you to give me some insight. Who's targeting my family?" Stuart's voice was urgent and sincere.Jovanni O'Hara sighed and replied, "Stuart, I did try to help. I've pulled strings trying to find out, but I'm in the dark, too. I don't know who the person is."Stuart was stunned, but he quickly regained his composure."Jovanni, please, you've got to help us. If you can't say ou
"What will be, will be. I hope the family can weather this storm," Stuart mumbled.The Reilley family quietly made their moves.All core members were tapping into their connections to uncover who was behind this attack. Yet, despite their efforts, they could not find a single clue about the mysterious enemy.Panic soon spread through the family.Some of the wiser family members secretly flew abroad with their assets, and others used various means to transfer their wealth.Some of the women even returned to their own families for refuge.The Reilleys' actions did not go unnoticed by the outside world, sparking widespread speculation.What could have driven one of New Avalbourne's top families to such desperate measures?However, the Reilleys remained tight-lipped about their situation.Furthermore, the powerhouses that had severed ties with them also maintained an unusual silence.As a result, other prominent families remained in the dark about the Reilleys' trouble.If the t
After Leona went to meet Nadine, Matthias remained seated on the couch, his eyes gleaming as he pondered his next steps.The Reilley family was established in Reirmunt, the capital of New Avalbourne.It seemed he had to handle the unfinished business in Reirmunt sooner than he expected.The Lowell family of Reirmunt—it was hard to believe ten years had passed so quickly.Matthias lay on the couch, thinking about a deep secret in his heart.It was about his real identity—something even his earliest followers in the Legion of the Unbreakable were unaware of.Ten years ago, Matthias had gone alone to the international warzone.No one knew him then, but when everyone did, no one knew his past.Matthias was actually the son of the previous head of the Lowell family in Reirmunt!The Lowell family was one of Reirmunt's top three distinguished families, several times more powerful than the Reilley family.The previous head of the Lowell family, Oswald Lowell, along with his wife and
In the end, Oswald told Matthias that he should wait ten years if he ever gained the power for revenge.After all, the Lowell family had raised Matthias for ten years, so he should give them the same.Even though Matthias had the power to destroy the Lowell family five years ago, he forced himself to wait the entire decade.During those ten years, he had kept his father's promise, never making any moves against the Lowell family as if they were strangers.Even when Frederick Lowell, the leader of the Crimson Titans, visited him at the Hall of Unbreakable a few years back, he acted normal and did not make things difficult for Frederick.However, the ten-year promise was over, and he no longer needed to hold back.Matthias' eyes gleamed as he called Alpha, commanding, "Investigate everything about Reirmunt's Lowell family, especially the truth behind the assassination of the family head, Oswald Lowell, ten years ago.""Yes, on it!" Alpha felt a chill, instinctively knowing Matthia
Even though Leona had accepted Nadine as her mother, she had yet to change her form of address.Nadine naturally understood, knowing her daughter had suffered a lot over the years.She was willing to wait and make amends."Leona, don't worry. I'll call your dad with the good news later. We'll make up for all the hardships you've faced. The Reilley family will compensate you, too," Nadine said, her heart aching at the thought of her daughter's lonely years.Leona shook her head quickly. "No need. I accept you, but that doesn't mean I'll accept him or the Reilley family. Our family will only include you. I don't want any compensation.""Well, alright." Nadine sighed, not pushing the issue.She knew Carlile and the Reilley family well.Even though she wanted the three of them to be reunited and hoped that the Reilley family would make up for Leona, trouble would surely follow suit.Hence, Leona's choice was probably for the best.Leona and Nadine continued chatting with Matthias
Everyone was dumbfounded when they heard Stuart's reply, and the room fell into an eerie silence.They found it hard to believe that it was over just like that.A day ago, it seemed the Reilley family was on the brink of bankruptcy, but the crisis was settled overnight.Demetrius cleared his throat and said, "Dad, this isn't the time for jokes."As the head of the Reilley family, Demetrius had seen a lot, but nothing like that.A figure powerful enough to have Russell deliver messages would not play such childish games, would they?Scaring them and then nothing?Of course, the Reilley family had lost millions in just one night, but that was insignificant compared to what could have been."Nonsense! When have I ever joked about such matters?" Stuart snapped, glaring at Demetrius.He turned to address the room, irritated. "You may all leave. The crisis is over, but it's best you all stay home for a while and not cause any trouble."The room sighed in relief, and their faces lit