Samson was the first person that Max thought of. Although Max had no respect for anyone in Lilyrose, including the police chief, he could not just get any John Doe to settle the problem with the local government and the police department. He wanted to contact the mayor directly but since the mayoral position had just gone through a transition, Max did not know who the new mayor would be, so he did not know who to call. Soon, the call to Samson got through. “Max, I just learned what happened. I know the police chief, Don Braders. People call him the Iron Justice, strict and adheres to the law. It’s going to be tricky trying to free Leigh from his apprehension…” Samson made it sound difficult on the other side of the phone. Max wiped his sweat off as he flattered. “Samson, with your methods, even the strongest iron can be bent at will. Please, I need your help. As long as I can get Leigh back, you will not only get my gratitude but also the Glitter family’s.” Samson feigned
Max’s eyes shone when he saw Darcy get in his way. The lustful greed in his eyes flashed but he was able to conceal it. He frowned and said, “Ms. Quint? I thought I told you to wait.” Darcy had been waiting for a while now and seeing the impatience on Max’s face irritated her. Even though she was the one being inspected by the guild, they should have mutual respect for each other. Max made it sound like she was begging him. Darcy politely said, “Mr. Kang, we had a lunch appointment and now it’s lunchtime. Why don’t…” Max cut her off before she could finish. He grunted impatiently and said, “I don’t have the time now. Just wait here.” He wanted to bring Leigh out of detention, not waste time on lunch with Darcy. He then led his men out of the hotel, leaving Darcy behind with a sour look. Kaze coldly stared at Max and his men leaving the hotel. He said to Darcy, “Darcy, since he doesn’t want to meet us, let’s go.” “We’ll wait for a little longer…” Darcy said with a
“Leigh, are you alright?” Max went up to Leigh immediately and escorted him out of the police station. “Do I look alright to you?” Leigh lit a cigarette and took a puff before he looked at the signage above the police station. His gaze turned grim as he said coldly, “There were a few of them who took charge. I want everything about them. No Tom, Dick, and Harry can walk away alive after laying a finger on me. I’ll make the peasants know how severe the consequences are!” Leigh came from a wealthy and powerful family and he had always been the bully, not the other way around. Even in Sunrise City, less than a handful of people would dare to challenge him. Yet in Lilyrose, aside from losing the argument to a useless trash, he even got beaten up by the people inside the southern branch station. If the news got to Sunrise City, he would lose face. “Don’t worry, Leigh. I’ll take care of it as if it’s my matter. Even without your orders, I’ll find out who did it and give you
“And also Cosmo Lee from the Lee family. Kaze Lee broke his legs as well. “That man is crazy, an idiot. To him, all of you wealthy young masters are nothing but a punching bag,” Samson said heavily. Whether he was intentionally fanning the flames or just simply warning Leigh, only he himself knew the answer. Samson’s words successfully piqued Leigh’s interest. He felt challenged. “Cosmo Lee? He’s just a sissy,” Leigh said with a contemptuous grunt. He added, “This time, I’ll show that bastard what it means to be a young master from a real wealthy, powerful family. I can crush him easier than crushing an ant!” With his family’s support, Leigh had the confidence. Samson continued, “Leigh, I don’t think you should take this lightly. Kaze Lee is quite close with the ex-mayor, Johnson Brooks. Although Johnson is no longer around, his legacy remains. Don Braders, the chief of police, used to be his right-hand man.” “I see. His support is Johnson Brooks. I see it now!” Leigh
Max wished he could reverse time and slapped himself for spewing the wrong words in front of Zel. He forgot that to a wealthy family like the Glitters, reputation and dignity were more important than money. Moreover, Kaze was not just any John Doe, he was the abandoned son of the Sunrise Lees. The Glitter and Lee families were competitors in many different fields. No matter how ridiculous Leigh’s demands were, the Glitters had to answer them. With that, Max knew what he should do next. He asked his men, “Are Darcy Quint and her husband still at the hotel?” “Yes, sir. We just got confirmation from our men back there. They are still at the hotel.” Max nodded and said, “Let’s go back.” Back at Nobel Hotel, Darcy and Kaze continued waiting for Max. Darcy’s stomach was growling already. Suddenly, Max and his men came back and strode into the hotel lobby. Darcy went up to him and asked, “Mr. Kang, you’re back. Are you free now?” She and Kaze had no idea that Max wen
“This time, the guild will not set any terms and conditions for you and all you need to do is promote the guild. Ms. Quint, it’s a very small favor in exchange for the strict terms and conditions…” Max tried to provoke Darcy but he was gloating at her deep down. He made it sound like Darcy was already part of the guild but it was not true. Once Darcy fell for his trap, her nudes would be all over the city. Then, he would have a reason to reject her application because it would tarnish the guild’s image. It was a vicious idea. Darcy would walk straight into the trap and suffer in the end. She had no idea the wicked idea was brewing in Max’s mind because she was considering his offer. It made sense. Joining the guild was beneficial to every business because the members had a brand new platform to find potential businesses and expand further. Four Ocean Commerce Guild had connections and resources that were available for all its members. It was also the reason why it
Upon hearing Darcy’s words, the anger on Max’s face faded. “Very well. Ms. Quint, you are quite decisive. The shoot might start today. You two can go home for now. I’ll inform you about the location and time later,” Max said to Darcy and Darcy only. He did not even look at Kaze. “Thank you.” Darcy smiled and nodded. She nudged Kaze, signaling him to leave. Kaze stared at Max for a moment before he left with Darcy. Max watched Darcy and Kaze disappear from his sight. He then said to the woman who mocked Kaze earlier, “Loren, get someone to set up a set and contact the production crew. “When you inform Darcy Quint later, tell her not to bring her husband. The production crew will take care of her.” Max did not take Kaze seriously but he did not want the idiot to cause trouble. He knew from his sources that Kaze was physically strong. “No problem, Mr. Kang. If that idiot appears, I’ll twist his dick. He’s so ordinary but he’s blindly confident. What’s his problem…” L
“Okay, I’ll be right there.” Darcy put her work aside and had the company car to send her to the location. The shooting location was arranged at an old castle just outside Lilyrose. The castle was originally planned to be a set for movie shooting but the repairs halted for some reason and the project did not go as planned. Now it had become a tourist spot. The production crew set up cameras near the pond inside the castle. All the crew members were busy preparing for the shoot. “Ms. Quint, you’re here. Let me introduce you to the director—Guilermo Tarantino.” Loren brought Darcy to a bearded man with a beer tummy. “Director.” Darcy greeted the director politely and was impressed by Four Ocean Commerce Guild’s influence and resources. Guilermo Tarantino was a famous director who had shot many feature films that had great box offices. Even Darcy, who was not into entertainment news, heard of his name before. "Wow! Look at you, beautiful! I heard the crew say you w