“Hahaha!” The guests laughed out loud. They had not realized before, but Darcy’s loser husband had quite the mouth on him. The attendees who had witnessed the earlier drama outside the hotel were not surprised, though. “Shut up, Kaze!”“I’m going to kill you!” Samus and his family went ballistic. “Don’t waste your breath on him.” A sneer was heard. Logan swaggered his way in and glared at Darcy’s family. “You can get out since you won’t change your last name. Don’t bother attending the party. “Call the security, Samus. Throw them out,” he said in a chilling voice. “That’s right. Kick them out! They are getting themselves humiliated in public.” The rest of the former Quint family members resented Darcy, so they started clamoring. Darcy’s family turned pale with rage. The former Quints had no compassion for them at all. Although Kaze did not care about some party, he did not want to see his wife’s family kicked out. He said curtly, “The Vinlands formally inv
Following the security officer’s reaction, the attendees in the hall looked at Kaze in surprise.They had no idea what was with Darcy’s dimwit husband. Kaze managed to instill fear in the terrifying security personnel. “You must think highly of yourself, Kaze. They recognize you because you’re the village idiot of Lilyrose,” Samus sneered. He waved his arm. “Don’t just stand there. I’m ordering you as a member of the Vinland family to beat the idiot up and throw him out. Don’t forget to toss his wife’s family out too.” “Are you taking orders from him?” Kaze looked at the security officers with a pretentious smile. “Mr. Lee, um…” The security guards were dumbfounded. Cold sweat rolled off their foreheads. The attendees stared at Kaze in horror. Even Darcy was in disbelief. Samus was issuing a command in the name of the Vinlands. However, these security personnel dared not carry out his order.They had to wonder if Kaze possessed something more fearsome than the
“I…” Logan’s jaw dropped. Some of the guests in the hall looked at Darcy’s family in disbelief. Hudson referred to Darcy’s family as the Vinlands’ honorable guests. Rudy, Samus, and the others were infuriated. They could not understand why Darcy’s family were the Vinlands’ honorable guests. It was a fact they could not accept. The worst was yet to come. Hudson suddenly pointed at the door and told Logan curtly, “Get out now. You and your family should leave.“Don’t bother attending the party since you tried to kick my guests out.” Woah!The hall broke out in outcry. Hudson wanted Logan and his family escorted out to stick up for Darcy’s family. Darcy’s family appeared to be more important to Hudson than the former Quints. “They asked for it. They were so arrogant to kick Darcy and her family out, but Hudson doesn’t think much of them.” “They think they will enjoy the privilege of the wealthy by changing their last names, but they are only good for serving me
Darcy’s family was under the spotlight of the party. Hudson was even gracious to Hector, a cripple who had faded into the background for years. The attendees wondered if Hudson was nice to them because of Sam. That was what Darcy’s family was confused about too. “The treatment plan isn’t out yet. Professor Whiteman’s away for surgery. My leg has been broken for years, so I don’t see the rush. I’m not going anywhere anyway,” Hector responded courteously.He then asked, “Do you know him?” “Hehe. I don’t, but I have the utmost respect for Professor Whiteman. I should pay him a visit if I ever get the chance.” Hudson chatted with Agnes in a friendly manner too. Later, he turned his attention to Darcy and Sky. “Hudson,” the pair greeted him with respect. Hudson complimented Sky before turning to Darcy. “You’re doing well, Darcy. Despite your age, you are now the chairman of Quartet Group and Sky Ocean Corporation. “I heard that Tanya regarded you highly and raised you t
“My grandmother was a member of the Vinland family, so I am too. I think there’s no need to change my family name,” Darcy rejected Hudson’s request with a smile. To everybody’s surprise, Darcy turned down a tempting offer. She gave up the chance to be part of the Vinland family and to run a mega-rich family. It was clear who stood out between her and the former Quints. As Hudson’s face fell, he said solemnly, “Do you think the Vinlands aren’t good enough for you, Darcy?” Darcy’s heart dropped. Hudson did not throw a fit. However, the switch in his tone made the air heavy. The bustling hall immediately went quiet. No one forgot the confrontation between Hudson and Logan. The scowl on Hudson’s face startled Logan to the point of keeping his head down and holding his breath. Hudson seemed proficient in the art of manipulation. “So what if the Vinlands aren’t good enough?” Kaze came closer and stood next to Darcy. He looked at Hudson. “Don’t you have anything bet
Kaze made the remark with a smile before giving Hudson a defiant look. Many, Darcy included, were shocked. Kaze’s words led them to figure out Hudson’s motive. If Darcy were to agree with the last name change, the Vinlands could take over all the businesses under her name. The former Quints were a great example. The crowd was surprised that Darcy’s crazy husband saw through Hudson. They wondered if Kaze was really the loser and psycho the rumors made him out to be. Hudson was startled that Kaze would reveal the truth in public. He quickly pulled himself together. “You got the wrong idea, Kaze. We are a sentimental family. We mean no harm.” Hudson added with a smile, “Darcy is family to me. I just hope she can return to the Vinland family. That’s all.” Kaze raised a brow. Hudson was a cunning man. It was no wonder Logan was terrified. Nevertheless, Kaze had his way of dealing with his kind. “I hope you’re being honest. I will break anybody who gets any id
As the banquet began, many came to toast and flatter Hector. Their conversation always led to Darcy without exception. Hector would usually have a little drink now and then, watching the amount he drank. However, he clinked glasses with all the guests today.Later when nobody drank with him, he started pouring wine into his own glass. While shedding tears, he downed his drink. “What’s the matter with you, Hector? Don’t scare me.” Agnes pulled him back. “And he who had so loved her was not there, to trouble with bad hopes, or evil wishes…” Hector rasped, his tone miserable. The guests near Hector thought he was acting strange. Darcy’s family, on the other hand, knew what was going on. Hudson bossed Master Quint and the rest of the family around. They were kicked out of the venue in front of everybody. The former Quints were utterly humiliated. Even though Hector resented Master Quint, his father, for turning his back on him, sadness washed over him. The wh
The group of men in suits were burly. They must be trained, hired protection. These men looked aggressive and mean. They were pretty intimidating. “The VIPs wanted to shop in peace, so they reserved the entire mall. Leave now.” They were overbearing. The group of men commanded the customers to leave right away. The customers initially thought that there was a criminal on the loose or a fire in the mall. They could not believe that they were getting kicked out because some VIPs wanted to shop. Many customers were not having it, and they wanted to reason with the management staff. Those who did not have time to finish their meals were most furious. “So what if you didn’t finish eating? The VIP spends enough cash to get you free meals. What more do you want?” The hired security detail was acting like bullies. Their attitude was infuriating. “We can afford our own meals. VIP, my ass. That’s just rude. Money isn’t everything,” the hot-tempered man yelled. “Ha! M
Kaze saw the anxiety and nervousness in Jiro’s eyes and he was amused. “I didn’t know you were such an emotional man. Do you know that the woman you love is serving an Arcadian man like she is his personal sex slave?” Jiro had no idea about that, or he would have been devastated a long time ago. Kaze simply wanted to attack his confidence. As expected, the words shocked Jiro. Infuriated, he shouted, “What the hell are you talking about? It’s fucking nonsense! There’s no way Ms. Hara will do that! “What are you trying to do to her? Why are you slandering her?!” Judging from his reaction, Kaze knew Jiro had started to lose his calm. After all, they met purely because of coincidence. Kaze also coincidentally knew Reiko and something about her, which made his words credible. “You should ask what she is trying to do to us, not the other way around.” Kaze pointed at Snow and explained, “Did you know that earlier in the afternoon, me and my friend here were attacked by the
Jiro was almost driven mad. He had never been insulted like this before. Seeing that Jiro could no longer stand it, Cyan rushed over and said, “Kaze, what are you doing? Are you trying to kill Mr. Sakamoto?! Can you handle the consequences?! “Let it go before it gets out of hand! I’m warning you, don’t cause trouble for our family!” Kaze shot an icy glance at her and bellowed, “Get out of my way!” Cyan froze on the spot. Upset and angry, she cried, “W-What?! What did you say to me?! Who do you think you are?!” She believed Kaze had lost his mind. The timid and quiet man raised his voice at her and told her to get out of his way! What had gotten into him!? “Miru, clear the place.” Kaze ignored Cyan and said to Miru with a raise of his hand. A moment later, he added, “Snow can stay.” He did not want Cyan to annoy him like a buzzing fly, and he had questions for Jiro, questions that needed to remain private. Miru raised her hand without saying a word. Her men scatt
From the very first time Draig met Kaze, he had never thought highly of him. In the subsequent encounters, Kaze’s repeated tolerance of the mockeries from Wesley and Cyan further solidified his image of a coward in Draig’s mind. With such prejudice in his mind, Draig could not accept the fact that Kaze was stronger than him. Coincidentally, he found an acceptable and reasonable explanation for all the inexplicable occurrences, so he hypnotized himself into believing the false. “Can you get up?” Under everyone’s surprised gaze, Kaze strolled over to Jiro and peered down at him condescendingly. Gasp! Phew! Jiro mustered enough strength to look up but the pain was insufferable and he was gasping for air already. Baam! As he struggled to get up, the marble table beneath him further crumbled into pieces, causing a loud clunk. He held onto the couch and slowly got up on his feet. His eyes at Kaze showed unprecedented fear and seriousness. He had come to Arcadia for many
Jiro looked shocked. He did not expect Kaze to dodge his dropkick that easily. With a twist of his waist, he changed his body’s momentum mid-air and swung his left kick at Kaze’s face. However, forcefully changing his momentum mid-air decreased the power and speed contained in his attack. “I don’t like people pointing their feet at me,” Kaze casually said. As he spoke, he lifted his leg too. Without any fancy move or technique, he simply did a high kick, clashing kicks with Jiro. Kabaam! When both feet locked, Jiro’s body convulsed as if hit by lightning. He cried in agony before he was sent hurtling like a stringless kite, crashing onto a couch. The marble table in front of the couch shattered under the force of the crash. He lay down helplessly and weakly, his arms and legs wide open, and his body still convulsing as he could not find the strength to get up. He looked as miserable as it could get. The entire room fell into a dead silence. Many of them rubbed the
Cyan simply watched from the side without a hint of guilt. She believed she had done everything that she could for Kaze. Even if Kaze were to be beaten to death, he deserved it and he could not blame it on anyone else. Jiro was stunned for a moment. When he was learning from his master, he was slapped many times and it was part of the training. It had been many years since his last slap. Kaze’s slap rendered his mind blank for a while. He finally regained his composure after some time. He stroked his burning cheek as he stared at Kaze with eyes burning with anger, almost materializing into an erupting, raging volcano. “It has been a long time since anyone slapped me. Arcadian, you are dead!” Jiro’s freezing words gave everyone chills. It was obvious that he was infuriated. Kaze was not deterred at all. He smiled and said, “Slap is nothing. I will make you kneel in front of me. “A coward like Wesley cannot represent us Arcadians, but your claim of making us kneel p
“Hold on!” Just as Jiro turned around, a voice came from the back, saying, “Jiro Sakamoto, was it? Did I say you could leave?” Jiro was stunned. He slowly turned around to Kaze and raised his brow. “What do you mean?” Cyan and the others were also in shock. ‘Did I say you could leave?!’ Kaze was practically saying that without his permission, Jiro could not leave. The audacity!? Was it because Miru defended him and he thought he could step on the pride of the face of the Refined Blade Dojo? Miru frowned but quickly eased up. She stepped aside without saying anything. Kaze stood firm and still, saying, “I’m like you. I don’t like serving revenge cold. If you want to take revenge, come at me now. I’ll give you a chance to strike.” He gestured at Jiro, indicating that he was ready for a fight. Jiro looked at Miru and then switched his attention back to Kaze. He scoffed, but it felt icy. “I’ve already spared your life once because of Ms. Scarlet, and you are still c
Everyone looked at where Jiro was pointing and saw Kaze. Wesley and the others immediately curled their lips into a gloating grin. Kaze’s words must have infuriated Jiro. He allowed others to leave except for Kaze, which he wanted to take away. One could only imagine what would happen to Kaze if Jiro took him back. However, before Wesley and the others could savor the moment, their smirks froze. Miru shook her head and said sternly, “Bronze Sparrow is open for business and we will not interfere with our customer’s private affairs, except this time. “I am making an exception for Kaze. I don’t care what you do to the others after you walk out of my place but with Kaze, it’s not happening.” “What the…” Miru’s words put everyone in shock, even Cyan and her friends widened their eyes in disbelief. Miru was defending Kaze?! Kaze knew Miru personally as well? Draig started to feel jealous about Kaze’s luck with women. Snow listened to him while the owner of Bronze Sp
“Nonsense!” Infuriated, Jiro shouted, “Woman, Bronze Sparrow thrives because of us Ryokanians! How dare you say that to us? “Who the hell are you? Not even Zoro, the previous manager, spoke to me like that!” “That’s why Zoro is dead.” Miru pursed her lips and raised her hand at the men behind her. “Let’s show Mr. Sakamoto what Bronze Sparrow is capable of.” “Alright, Boss!” Wolf, with an ever-smiley face, stepped up and walked toward Jiro and his men. Aside from the three Ryokanians Kaze had already taken down, eighteen remained. Seeing Wolf's bloated figure and cheerful smile as he approached them by himself, the Ryokanians burst into mocking laughter. “What is this fat guy trying to do? Is he trying to take us all at once?” “Look at his size. Was he a sumo wrestler before?” “Go get him. Teach him a lesson! Remind him that sumo wrestlers are no match for us!” One of them went up to Wolf with a ferocious smile. Bang! Wolf punched the man in the face, sending
“Huh?” Jiro frowned but then quickly smiled. He took the glass of whiskey from Cyan and said, “I’m always happy to give a beautiful woman some space.” Cyan breathed a sigh of relief. She turned around to face Kaze with a different look and said, “Kaze, what have you done? “Can you stop causing trouble? Stop bragging and stop with your nonsense! This is no time for that! Kneel before Mr. Sakamoto and ask for forgiveness! If he’s happy, your punishment might be lighter!” The look on her face screamed resentment for Kaze. “Now! If you waste this chance, I won’t care about your life and death anymore!” She did not want to get involved in his nonsense. Yet she was the one who organized the gathering and if something happened to Kaze, injured or dead, her father would scold her to death. It explained why she steeled herself up and tried to save Kaze, or so she assumed she was saving him.Kaze said, “Cyan, you should worry about yourself first. And, if you don’t want to be thei