Xynthia said it righteously, but in truth, she had other thoughts.This was a rare opportunity for her to get close to her brother-in-law.Harvey felt there was something wrong with Xynthia’s statement, but since she said it was for her studies, then he had to help her out.He had no choice. He’d taken great pains to make this sister-in-law of his study hard.Seeing the two holding hands and leaning to each other… Many of Xynthia’s admirers saw it. They were so angry, they were about to vomit blood!“That Xynthia looks so pure and innocent. She’s actually in love with an old uncle?!”“No. I’m against it!”“Come on, what right do you have to say that? Who do you think you are?!”Many boys were furious, but they only dared to curse from afar and didn’t say anything else.Soon, Xynthia brought Harvey to the canteen.The two of them ate at a corner. They didn’t expect to still receive a lot of attention despite doing so. Many continued to stare at them.Harvey was speechless.
Harvey looked at Mason, a faint smile slowly appearing on his face.No wonder Xynthia wanted to act out a scene with him. There were quite a lot of pests around.And the attitude of said pest in front of them right now was putting him in a terrible mood.If it were any ordinary pursuer, at most Harvey would’ve just observed from the sidelines. If he took a liking to the person, he might even lend a hand. But this brat was displaying the attitude of an aggressive playboy. Harvey had no intention to make his sister-in-law fall into the hands of such a person. Harvey hadn’t finished talking before an enraged Xynthia intervened, shouting, “Mason Warner! I already told you clearly that we’re not meant to be!”“What right do you have to butt in my business?!”“Right?”Mason chuckled.“I represent everything in Buckwood University. Whoever that I demand to be my girlfriend has to be my girlfriend!”“That’s the rule in Buckwood University. Don’t you get it?”“All the students here
“Senior Dwayne!”Upon seeing the newcomer, Xynthia politely greeted him.Dwayne Haris was also a student at Buckwood University. He was in his fourth year, and rarely stayed on campus.He was also another one of Xynthia’s pursuers, though he appeared to be more personable.“Is Mason giving you a hard time again?”Dwayne wasn’t there to witness what had just transpired, but he immediately approached Xynthia with a smile.To him, the more trouble Mason gave Xynthia, the more chances he would get to save the damsel in distress.Dwayne glared at Mason and frowned, saying, “Mister Warner, didn’t I already warn you? Stop harassing Xynthia!”“This is none of your business!”Mason yelled, though his expression had worsened slightly.He knew who Dwayne was. Even though Dwayne’s family was not that rich, Dwayne’s father worked for the Buckwood government, so his status was quite high.Unless Mason really had to, he didn’t want to provoke Dwayne.“What did you say?”Dwayne’s face dar
Dwayne Haris and Mason Warner were both very influential figures in Buckwood University. Word about their fight quickly spread, attracting quite a lot of curious students. Mason bore a wretched expression, but Dwayne was indifferent and even had the time to give a friendly wave to the girls around him.He was the president of the Taekwondo association in Buckwood University and had a black belt under his name. Along with his handsome looks, he had garnered quite a lot of fan girls.Dwayne was in truth delighted by Mason’s attitude today.He believed that if he could beat up Mason, Xynthia would know which man to choose.Dwayne stretched out a hand and hooked his index finger in a mocking gesture, challenging Mason to approach him.Mason let out a cold laugh before throwing a basketball furiously at Dwayne.However, Dwayne raised his leg and kicked the basketball away.But right after he landed his kick, Mason was already rushing toward him and attacked him with a hard slap to
Harvey had no intention to brawl with children.Mason was acting as if he was the king of the world. But in Harvey’s eyes, he was only a brat.How could Harvey have the slightest interest?He was only willing to talk because he hoped that Mason would stop harassing Xynthia.Normally speaking, forget a rich heir of Regency Enterprise, even the university dean had no right to speak to him.However, Mason found Harvey’s words to be a great humiliation. He pointed an angry finger at Harvey and screamed, “Who do you think you are to tell me to apologize?!”“I’m warning you! I’m on to you!”“I want Xynthia, and I’m gonna sleep with her tonight! Not only that, I’ll make you kneel and watch from the side!”Mason’s posse revealed wretched, perverted expressions at his exclamation. Naturally, it wasn’t their first time doing something like that.But Mason’s words drove Harvey into rage.He couldn't even bear to tease his own sister-in-law that way.But these bracts actually dared
“What’s the matter?”“He’s been sent to the emergency room?!”The initially calm and peaceful Jacob’s expression changed instantly. He stood up, furious.“CEO Warner, are you alright?” Mandy asked.Jacob replied with a frown, “CEO Zimmer, I’m afraid we’ll have to postpone the negotiations for a few days.”“My son was beaten up badly on campus and was sent to the hospital. The perpetrator wasn’t found, either. I have to go take a look.”“My son can’t possibly be beaten up for nothing now, can he?”Mandy held the collaboration between their two companies in high regard. Listening to Jacob, she said, “Then I shall accompany CEO Warner to visit as well.”“Alright.”Soon, the two arrived at the hospital.Jacob’s face twisted into a vicious expression when he saw Mason pushed out of the emergency room, covered in plaster casts.“Who did this to you?! Didn’t you tell them that you’re the heir of Regency Enterprise?!”Jacob’s face was filled with murderous intent.“Father, I told
“Hurt?”On the other side of the phone, Harvey had already forgotten about the affair with Mason.When Mandy questioned him, he suddenly remembered.“I didn’t beat up anybody. I only sparred with a kid.”“Sparred?”Mandy was livid.“You tell me that it’s only sparring when you hospitalized the heir of Regency Enterprise?!”“I’m telling you right now! You’re in big trouble!”Mandy hung up angrily.She took a deep breath and calmed down soon after, and then bowed to Jacob. “CEO Warner, this whole incident is our fault!”“I’m willing to pay one hundred and fifty thousand dollars for your son’s to compensate for your son’s emotional assault, along with the medical fees.”“Regarding our collaboration, my company is willing to give ten percent of our shares to express my apologies.”But Mandy’s words only made Jacob laugh coldly. “Money? You really think Regency Enterprise is short on money?”Mandy frowned.“Then why don’t you make your request, CEO Warner? We’ll do everything
At the Yateses’ residence. Jacob dropped by for a visit, bringing hefty gifts with him. His face bore a horrid expression. “Sir Yates, is South Light’s business climate already this bad?”“People could go on and cripple their competitor’s child just to win a negotiation?”At this, Keith Yates’s expression changed. “Who’s acting so presumptuously?!”“South Light’s business climate has always been fair and square! Whoever’s causing a ruckus like that is only making life difficult for themselves!”“Didn’t you tell your opponent that I’m the one supporting you behind the scenes?”Jacob sighed and replied, “Sir Yates, perhaps your influence isn’t so great after all.”“My son Mason already brought up your name, but someone still had the audacity to break his ribs. He’s in the hospital right now, barely hanging on!”“What?!”Keith stood up furiously, his expression horrible.Because of the previous incident, the connections that belonged to the Yateses had decreased by thirty perce
"Right, there's something else," Dan said as he slapped his forehead. "It's almost time for my grandmother's 90th birthday. She's a good friend of our teacher. If you have the chance, please convince him not to stay in Wolsing all the time. He should head to Grand City once in a while. He might think things through after that."Sienna nodded and said, "Don't worry. I'll try talking to him. After all, staying in Grand City for a few days might improve his condition."After half an hour, Dan quietly left the temple of the Saint of Death and got back into the red car. Shortly, the car started and slowly left the national park.Once the car was back on Wolsing's freeway, the woman who had been playing with it called Lanny beamed and asked, "So, how did it go? Did that junior of yours change her impression of you?"Lanny crossed her legs, and the fragrance from her tickled Dan's nose. He wished he could immediately pounce on her and pull her pantyhose away."Things aren't that easy," D
"That's right, because he really impressed me. But the reason I'm impressed isn't because he has become the representative for the Martial Arts Alliance. It's simply because he's willing to fight for our country. Few people have such pure thoughts in this age," Sienna said after giving it a thought."That being said, few people know that I've been impressed. How did you find that out?"Dan smiled. "You must have forgotten something. While you're our teacher's last student, I'm also a favored student myself. Just because you called our teacher didn't mean we didn't remain in touch. I know you're impressed by him through our teacher as well. And I heard from our teacher that you want to find a chance to introduce him formally?" Hearing what Dan had said, Sienna nodded. She often mentioned Harvey to her teacher but did not expect her teacher to divulge it to Dan."The thought did cross my mind," Sienna said in honesty. "You should know that our teacher should have reached the level o
"As for Parkerville controlling the Martial Arts Alliance? I don't think you need to do that. Among all the Sacred Training Grounds, Parkerville is the one Sacred Training Ground that is linked to the broader society the most. The Country H government is aware of your actions and is on their guard."If you really manage to become the representative, not only will the top ten families suppress the Martial Arts Alliance, but even the five hidden families and the four pillars will do that. That way, it will simply make our factions lose our power due to infighting. It's a demerit for all of us," Sienna said with a hint of sternness."If I were you, I would spend some time in Wolsing, have dinner with your representative, warn him a little, talk about cooperation, and then leave. This is the best choice for us, for you, and for the entire country."When Dan heard what Sienna had to say, he smiled. "Thank you for your thoughts. However, as a man, my life should be one of glory and passio
When Dan heard Sienna's honest words, there was a hint of sneer within him. However, he hid those emotions and simply said, "I know little about your brother, Sienna. He has given me a few calls and says that if our cooperation is successful this time, he will give me the thing I want the most.""I didn't really believe him, but I have to come and speak to him a little, seeing that he's your brother after all. That's why when it comes to this so-called cooperation, it’ll be great if it works. But if it's getting dangerous, I'll heed your warning and be extra careful. Since… Your brother might be the leader of your family. I can't simply cross him."Dan focused his eyes as he looked at Sienna, as if wanting to see any changes in her eyes when he said that. However, Sienna's eyes were emotionless, as if the word "leader" could not make her budge at all.She gave him a beaming smile and said, "I'll be able to rest easy if you can handle this appropriately. However, besides my brother,
It was obvious Sienna knew what she was talking about. While it was just a few dates, from a certain angle, these dates that Dan gave her could be deemed priceless.Dan laughed. "Those are just rumors, and you believed them? If it's as wondrous as you said, Parkerville wouldn't have declined through the years. However, the tree is quite old, and the quality of its dates is much better than the ones that go through modern industrialization. I know you like these, so I had them transported here."You wouldn't say no to me, right? If you do that, that will damage my reputation later."Once Dan had said that, Sienna had no choice but to sigh in resignation. She sighed, extended her hand, took out a date, and tasted it. It was quite fragrant, and its sweetness bloomed when she bit into it. It was something beyond describable.It was completely organic. Just its purity alone was enough, no matter if it was as good as the rumors made it. After finishing the date, she was still enjoying th
Dan gave Lanny an apologetic smile and walked into the temple. Very quickly, he arrived in front of the temple. When he saw the name of the deity the temple was dedicated to, there was only derision on his face.According to the legends, the Saint of Death once said she would never know peace until all the souls had been freed from Hell. The Saint represented the wish to guide everyone's souls. But to someone like Dan, everyone else meant nothing. Only his success mattered.With a scornful smirk, Dan gave the priest a badge guarding the entrance before walking into the temple's corridor. He quickly reached the end of the temple, which had a ridge on which an ancient pavilion had been built.After being renovated, the pavilion no longer looked as dilapidated. However, this was not a place any ordinary person could go. In the pavilion was a chair, and a woman was sitting on it. She was reading a religious book and was immensely engrossed in it.A faint light fell on her making her lo
"Grand City?" Harvey caught a crucial keyword from Yvonne's explanation. "Let's stop everything else. Tell me more about Grand City. Why haven't I heard anything about a city like this in this world?"Then Yvonne replied sternly, "Normally speaking, as the representative of Country H's Martial Arts Alliance, you must have known about Grand City. It is not a city that belongs to our world. It was said to belong only to martial artists. "It was said that not only was the city very prosperous and a place where martial arts flourished, but it was also said that there was a portal that led to another world in that city. It was also said that only one could comprehend the pinnacle of martial arts, uniting Man and Nature…"Harvey slightly frowned. "Uniting Man and Nature? That way, doesn't that make Grand City the holy land of all Martial Artists? Aren't they going to fight tooth and nail with everyone so that they could stay in a place like this?"Yvonne nodded. "That's right. Those who
"Maybe Dan really wanted to become the leader, or he needed many people and power. He never inherited the chivalry and benevolence of the previous generation. He did everything for profit," Ray explained. "Perhaps it's because Parkerville is the Sacred Training Ground with the deepest roots in the outside world. That's why the way Dan did things tyrannically affected the youths who went to martial arts schools and those who practiced their martial arts."According to George's estimation, the number of youths from their school who committed violent crimes across the globe had increased tenfold. Many of them had even joined the criminal underworld of their own volition. "And the worst part is, because of their relations with the Sacred Training Grounds, even Dragon Gate had no choice but to show some leniency. That's why it's very difficult to deal with Sacred Training Grounwithave such powerful influence in the outside world…""Difficult?" Harvey asked curiously. "How difficult?""
"I quietly applied to Country A's top-ranking universities to become an exchange student. Last night, I received a call from Irving Sixth Academy saying that there would be an interview for me. Thinking that it was a rare chance, I came. I didn't expect that the so-called interviewer was Linus."I knew something was amiss, so I made an excuse and left. I didn't expect to fall into their trap the moment I stepped in. Luckily you're here, otherwise… Otherwise…" Sia was filled with terror after that. She remembered how Linus and Clarion looked at her. She knew how it would end if she fell into their hands."I see," Harvey nodded. It looks like Linus didn't give up and instead set his eyes on the Xavier family's family members." Harvey narrowed his eyes when he said that.While he was unsure about Linus's entire plan, he had some ideas. Linus most likely formulated this trap to make Parkerville and the Xaviers of Wolsing mortal enemies."You can't tell my cousin about this, Harvey…" Si