“You don’t know who you are speaking to. You are still a young man yet you harbor such wicked thoughts. I don’t think you need your arms anymore, you are going to use them to hurt people. Let them rot just like that.” The old man was fearless and his eyes showed a hint of anger. “Stop it!” Mason immediately stopped his son and scrutinized the man. He bowed and asked, “I’d like to know which hospital you work in?” He was no idiot. Judging from the man’s composed and calm manner, he could tell that the man had some background. The man did not look at Mason, or answer him. He walked past Mason and went over to Kaze. “Professor Whiteman, I thought you were having an operation in Midstate. What are you doing here?” Kaze asked with a welcoming smile. Professor Whiteman pulled his mask off and replied, “Like I said, I’m here to support you.” “What? Professor Whiteman? Professor Sam Whiteman?” When the people saw the professor’s face with a healthy blush, the whole lobby went
The reporters quickly took photos and sent them to their editors for a quick release. After the news got out, it spread like wildfire on the internet, especially in the finance sector. When most of the individual investors learned of the news, they quickly re-entered the share market and invested even more in Rove’s stocks. The whole share market shifted greatly. The price that plummeted, which also shattered people’s dreams, surged once more and rose faster than ever. Soon, the share price surged to almost a hundred gils from its original price of 55 gils. Judging from the exponential speed, it would be a matter of time before it hit one hundred. No one would have thought the share price would surge after the Quint family invested billions to short-sell it. Quite the opposite, as soon as the professor arrived, the share price skyrocketed. Mason and his men looked gloomy. Nothing was more embarrassing than this. They invested billions to take down Rove, yet their
The Quints and the Lyfes would become the butt of many jokes among the most prominent families if they were to cancel Sam. To gain favor with Sam, these families were happy to backstab the Quints and the Lyfes when it came down to it. The crowd was stunned by Sam’s arrival. Another fleet of cars pulled up outside Perfect World Group. The cars kept coming, and everybody was numb to it by now. They could not be bothered to observe. The crowd took their guesses, wondering if the incoming group would take Kaze’s or the Quints’ and the Lyfes’ corner. “A00001 with South River State registered number plate.” The car plate number, when announced, sent a shockwave across the hall. Everybody was aware of the significance behind the car plate number. Only one individual would use that specific number in the entire South River State. It was Loid, the governor of the South River State. Word circulated about Loid’s transfer to Ridgesouth. Still, Loid was the leader of the S
People quickly figured out who Jared was. Upon learning that Jared was in the running to become Lilyrose’s mayor, many made faces. They thought it was a done deal for Mason to become the mayor. Things were getting interesting as Jared showed up, brought by the governor’s son. Reading the room, Mason came right out to quash any speculations. To his surprise, Jared said nothing about his purpose there and brought up his wife, Fanny, instead. Mason studied his competitors well, so he knew about Fanny. He had a sinking feeling in his gut. Nevertheless, Mason was quick to pick himself up again. Going along with the same strategy, Mason took the proactive role and cut to the chase. He looked at Fanny and said with a smile, “You must be Fanny Hiden from Harrowdale. I have heard great things about you in the South. I didn’t expect to see you here.” Mason spoke graciously. However, his words revealed a surprising piece of information about Fanny. She was of the Harr
Miru understood Fanny’s reason for not representing the Harrowdale Hidens. However, Fanny must have resorted to many ways to pool together several hundred million dollars to support Kaze. Fanny may be associated with the Harrowdale Hidens, but due to Jared’s career, they did not make much money. “Thank you, Aunt Fanny.” Miru took the card without another word. With a balance of 300 million dollars in the black card, Miru made an investment in Rove’s shares.Compared to the billions Mason invested, the 300 million dollars was just a drop in the bucket. Heck, the money would not make a splash in Rove’s shares. However, the black card was linked to a corporate account under the Harrowdale Hidens. Hence, once the funds entered the market, the Harrowdale Hidens would acquire Rove’s shares, sending the established financial institutions into a frenzy. Sam, a national powerhouse, had influence over individual investors. On the other hand, a wealthy family like the Harrowda
“As a show of support, the governor of the South River State invites Perfect World Group to expand to Riverbank City. Of course, Perfect World Group will operate with the full backing and protection of the governor’s office.“The governor’s office would also introduce tax reduction policies to Perfect World Group.” “Woah!” Zephyr’s announcement caused a stir. Kaze had the full support of the governor’s office in the South River State.The governor had made his stance known. Now, even powerful families like the Quints and the Lyfes would have to think twice before crushing Perfect World Group in the South River State. Zephyr’s words quickly spread. Together with the Harrowdale Hidens’ support, Rove’s shares soared. Mason and the others made sour faces. They wondered if no one could stop Rove. By the looks of things, their investment would not make a splash in the stock market. “I don’t get it. What’s with Kaze? Why did the governor of the South River State support h
The Lyfes’ cries of surprise caught everybody’s attention. The top eligible bachelors of Geranium City were the cream of the crop, handpicked by the city’s elites to be the next generation of tycoons. Though young, these bachelors ranked higher in status than Mason and Fanny. While Mason and Fanny were born into privilege, they were no core members with access to full resources. It was a different story with the top bachelors. Their influence extended throughout Geranium City elites, allowing them to mobilize resources at will.Even a fraction of these resources could unleash a formidable amount of power.Even Mason perked up. He did not expect Sieg to show up. Mason had invited Sieg to attend the event together, but the latter declined. Assuming that Sieg did not see Kaze as a threat enough to attend, Mason did not push on the matter. Now it seemed that Kaze’s supporters finally alarmed the ever-unruffled young man. Anyway, Sieg’s presence would determine their v
Sieg’s gaze finally fell on Kaze, and he said with a smile, “I intend to pay Professor Whiteman a visit, Mr. Lee. You don’t have to take things far.“Are you scared to let me meet with them?” Knowing it was one of Sieg’s mind games, Kaze replied indifferently, “Hit me with your best shot, Sieg. I can do this all day long.“Let him through.” Though reluctant, the staff of Perfect World Group abided by Kaze’s words and stepped aside. “We shall see.” Sieg uttered before stepping into the lounge. Many followed Sieg. Kaze entered the lounge with Perfect World Group staff, intrigued to see what Sieg was up to. It was quiet in the lounge area. Sam rushed to the event right after surgery, so he needed rest. Hence, Fanny, Zephyr, and many more knew better than to bother Sam. They observed the stock market on the LED screen mounted to the wall. “I am Sieg of the Geranium Lyfes, Professor Whiteman.” Sieg went straight to Sam and introduced himself the moment he entered the l