Saul Robbins hesitated for a moment.“Watson belongs to one of the Golden Sands’ Hermit Families, the Braff family.“The family built an entire capital here during ancient times.“Out of all six Hermit Families, they were the ones that flourished the most.“The family rarely did any sort of business. Their authority was also way above the imperial court…’’Harvey York lightly frowned before showing a profound look on his face.He noticed that an invisible hand had been going against the Hermit Families during these days.That said, he could not quite figure out the connection between the families and himself.He had some speculation but nothing concrete.After leaving Saul and Lola, Harvey returned to the Fortune Hall to supervise the renovations along with helping a few customers. Then, he left soon after.He returned to the Zimmer family’s villa and opened the living room window before seeing a Maserati right outside the entrance.Silas John’s face could be seen after he r
Harvey York let out a sigh.“Would you believe me if I told you that we’re just friends?”Mandy Zimmer’s gaze turned colder.“Would you believe me if I told you Silas John and I were just friends?”“That isn’t the same,” replied Harvey.“What’s different?Mandy showed a scornful smile.“Silas even hesitated when he gave me the pictures, saying that he might just ruin our relationship because of this!“But judging from this, I’m sure there’s nothing to ruin anymore!“Let me tell you something!“My secretary took my car for a service!“After Silas and I were done talking business, he sent me home on his way back!“I have nothing to hide, unlike someone else!”Harvey felt slightly angrier after hearing Mandy’s insinuating words, but he managed to keep it down.“I believe you, but I don’t believe Silas is a good man. Can’t you tell?”“Enough of this, Harvey! I can tell if he’s good or bad myself!Mandy was boiling with anger.“I want you to change! That was why I showed yo
“Geomancy?“Master York?“A shop?Mandy Zimmer pinched the card with rage showing in her eyes.“What’s the meaning of this?“You don’t find a proper job, yet you come out as a con man?!“I’ve never heard of you getting into geomancy arts for the longest time!“Do you understand just how important this line of work is?!“You can’t just take people’s money after saying a few things to trick them!“You’ll kill a lot of people with this! Do you understand?!After looking at Harvey York’s title, shop name, and teachings…Mandy was utterly enraged.‘He never does anything properly!Back in Buckwood, Flutwell, and Mordu, Mandy thought that Harvey was actually quite a talented man…But after coming here and seeing him and Kairi Patel being so close to each other, along with the so-called name card, Mandy could not help but doubt him.‘He did all that just to fool me!‘Everything he showed was just an illusion made to fool the family!‘The person who made it all possible was no
On the next day, early in the morning. Harvey York already left his room.He hesitated when he walked past Mandy Zimmer’s room. He did not want to knock on the door in case a fight were to break out again.Lilian Yates was on a call with someone when Harvey came to the living room.She looked away, with disdain showing on her face, as soon as he walked past.Naturally, she knew why he was fighting with Mandy the night before. She had been talking about his shameless acts on the phone for the longest time.Harvey glared at Lilian without saying a word before he left. Right as he was heading out, Lilian mentioned Aunt Anderson’s name.Harvey was confused.‘She’s still talking to Aunt Anderson?’After all, Lilian should have been completely against her after what had happened last time.Harvey did not pay much attention since it was a trivial matter. He quickly got inside his car before driving to Fortune Hall.“Have you eaten breakfast yet, Sir York?”Leona Foley was already a
Leona Foley understandingly nodded.After having some snacks and a sip of hot tea, Harvey York showed a smile on his face.“Right! Since it’s all settled, let’s buy a few clothes at the shopping mall tonight.“You’re my spokesperson, after all. You have to look the part.“You’ll be tasked with an extremely important project! The people you’ll meet are either rich or powerful! Don’t let them look down on you!”Harvey did not just make the decision impulsively.Lola Hoffman was already dealing with the junkyard at this point.Everyone was spreading rumors about how insane Lola actually was, but Harvey knew the company would be instantly known as soon as Golden Garden was dug up.It was only normal to dress up Leona appropriately before the occasion anyway.More importantly, Reece Foley was an extremely talented geomancy expert with a valuable house…But he usually would not charge his customers for a large amount of money, nor did he have a lot since most of his savings were us
“Please don’t touch the clothes, Miss! Our products are precious here! We won’t be able to sell them if you dirty them!”Just as Leona was about to take the clothes down, a prideful woman, who seemed like the store manager, strutted over in her high heels with a disdainful expression.Leona froze before she instinctively replied, “I’m sorry. I’d like to buy these clothes here. Can you bring them down for me to try?”“You want to try them on?The manager sized up Leona and was disdainful when she saw her fading shirt.“Are you sure you can buy something this expensive? Why would I even let you try this on?!”“What are you saying?!“You’re talking to the lady of Fortune Hall herself!”Thomas could not help but speak up after hearing those words.“The lady of Fortune Hall?”The manager froze before forcing out a smile.Even someone like her had heard about the news.The Fortune Hall was not as famous as before, but the manager would not dare go against prominent figures like t
After hearing Henley Johnson’s words, a few customers quickly formed a circle around the commotion with disdainful expressions.‘Not only is that man ignoring his family’s needs, but he’s also out here trying to find a sugar mommy!’‘How shameless can he get?!’“Henley, right?”Leona Foley’s face instantly darkened after hearing Henley relentlessly criticizing Harvey York.“We’re here to shop, not to hear you run your mouth!“I’ll sue you for this!”Leona did not care that she was being insulted…But she just could not accept Harvey getting the same treatment.“You’re suing?Henley was in disbelief.“Is your head okay?“Don’t you know that I’m one of the ten Golden Managers of the Royal Mall?“What’s the point of suing me?!“Kept man like these are everywhere! I can tell just by looking at them!“I’m saying all this for your own good!“Not only will your family not sue me for this, but they’ll also thank me for this!“You sure you can even afford these clothes?”A few
The other shopping guides showed righteous looks after hearing those arguments.‘Not only can they not buy the clothes, but they’re also causing us all this trouble!’Leona Foley was a little angry at the sight.“What kind of manager are you, Henley Johnson?!“What’s the point of treating us like this?!“Do you really think we can’t buy the clothes?!”“Treating you like this?Henley let out a chortle.“You overestimate yourself, Miss.“Do you think you have the right to say something like that?“I’m one of the Golden Managers here! I earn hundreds and thousands of dollars every single year!“You? You’re just a woman with a faded shirt! Stop pretending to be rich already!“Even if you’re going to buy clothes, this is not somewhere you should be right now!Then, Henley pointed toward the street outside.“Just walk here for a while, and you’ll see a lot of stalls around soon enough!“You only need a few dollars per clothing as well! You’ll definitely be able to afford it!
Sky Plane's countryside, Clover Hotel.In the Clover Hotel's VIP area, a mansion at the edge of the hotel, Mandy was looking outside with a deep frown. At this time, someone gently knocked at her door from the outside."Come in," Mandy said.The leader of the security team, Seven Jean of the Jeans of Mordu, came in. He bowed to Mandy with respect before saying calmly, "Ms. Mandy, according to the information I've received, the women you've saved have been sent out of Sky Plane. I've also confirmed the people we came into conflict with. He's Yamamoto Sora, scion of the Origin Sword Style."The school's status is very high in Sky Plane. While we managed to get some protection for the time being, I believe we won't be able to make this disappear so quickly. Our visa only has an effective duration of seven days. Once the time is up, Sky Plane will have an excuse to remove all the security here. We'll be in danger when that happens."I think we should leave Sky Plane immediately whil
Mandy reacted very quickly, as if she understood something. She quickly said to Harvey through the phone, "I'm on the sixth floor of a hotel! I…"Before she could even finish, Daichi had already hung up the call with a tap. He then gave Harvey a meaningful look. "There are some rules you should keep, Mr. Harvey. Otherwise, if the people from Sky Plane's side have a misunderstanding, I can't tell what will happen next."Alright. Let's get into the main topic. Ms. Mandy is very safe right now, but I believe that her safety can only be maintained for two to three days. My men can't continue protecting her without a good reason, right? "Once it has been confirmed that there's nothing here that I want, my people who maintain her protection will be pulled back immediately. No one can tell what will happen after that."Daichi gave Harvey a dry smile. "That's why you'll be in control of Ms. Mandy's life and death. We are people who keep our side of the deals. We hope you can maintai
Harvey's expression was calm as he said coldly to Daichi, "No matter how good and logical you make it sound, the truth is, you're threatening me. Rather than being threatened by the Sky Plane, why don't you stick around and be my hostage for an exchange?"As soon as Harvey had finished saying that, he slammed his hand on the table. A piece of wood immediately fired out from the table and pierced into the chair's backrest, just next to Daichi's ear.However, Harvey was in for a surprise. Even in a situation like this, Daichi was still able to maintain his calmness as he continued to enjoy his meal. It was as if the one about to die here wasn't him.Once Daichi had chewed his food slowly and swallowed it, only then did he smile at Harvey. "Mr. Harvey, or Mr. Representative. Do you really think fighting can solve everything? It's true I'm from the branch family of the Ruling Royal Family and the blood of royalty flows in my veins, but there are too many like me. So many that I am eas
"Most importantly, this matter with Ms. Mandy happened in Sky Plane—which means outsiders can't enter quietly and save her," Daichi said to Harvey with a smile. "But don't worry, Harvey. We know Ms. Mandy is yours, so we'll find a way to keep protecting her. How to protect her and for how long would depend on your sincerity, though."Harvey's expression was cold as he said slowly, "And here I thought you'd tell me you'd do everything to protect Mandy, making a show despite how shameless you are. I didn't expect you to be so direct—in threatening me! If I refuse your request, Mandy will immediately fall into Sora's hand, right?"Daichi smiled faintly. "You're indeed a perceptive and decisive man. It makes things easier for me to work with someone like you. I will tell you what you need to do—or perhaps, it's easier for me to say what price you need to pay for Mandy's return."Daichi took a final bite of his fish and said with a smug smile, "It's simple. Give me the Chapter of Ascensi
Daichi smiled faintly and said, "I know very well that in the eyes of people like you, Islanders like us are detestable. Speaking with us, working with us, and even eating a meal with us is quite disgusting, right?"However, we must all learn to be patient. It has already happened for quite some time. Is there a point in rushing through these few minutes? It's better for us to share a good meal and have a chat afterward."Daichi slowly partook in the meal, putting a piece of fish into his mouth and chewing slowly. At the same time, he narrowed his eyes as he looked at Harvey, his eyes filled with subtle amusement.Daichi found the meal before him quite enjoyable. He also found himself quite satisfied looking at Harvey showing a hint of irritation."Looks like you really think that you have me under control," Harvey said coldly. "But I can tell you that by just sitting here, my patience is already at its limit. I have a habit, too. Rather than being threatened by someone, I prefer t
Harvey looked at Daichi coldly. "I don't think there's anything between you and me that we need to talk about."However, Daichi said passionately, "But I believe we do. This is not a place for us to speak of such things, though. I have prepared a table for us at the best restaurant serving Island Nation cuisine in Grand City. I invite you to dine with us. How does that sound?"Not only can we talk about what's happening at the Island Nation, Sky Plane's scenery, the Seven Families of Grand City…as well as what's currently going on with Ms. Mandy of the Jeans of Mordu!"Clack!Harvey immediately grabbed Daichi by the throat. "I dare you to say it one more time. Are you threatening me?"Daichi smiled faintly. "Threaten? You must be joking! Someone like me doesn't threaten anyone. However, Sky Plane does have a deal with the Jeans of Mordu. They will be sending out a representative, who turns out to be Ms. Mandy."However, Ms. Mandy doesn't know much about the situation in Sky Plane
Hearing the conversation between Harvey and Clarion, Hale wasn't sure what to say. He let out a long sigh and said, "Thank you, Mr. Harvey, Mr. Clarion. I won't waste my breath, then. Since you're willing to protect a cripple like me, I'll be in your care from now on."He took out a paper and pen from the bedside table and quickly drew a picture, then put it in front of him. "Mr. Harvey, this is the real location of the Chapter of Ascension. I know you're sincere in helping me. I can't repay you, so I can only offer you this. Please don't refuse it. This thing will only get me killed if I have it with me."However, if it's with you, you should be able to put it to good use. Consider it my goodwill. I… I hope you can accept this and give me a chance to repay your kindness."Hale then made a gesture and swore, "I swear, this is the real location where the Chapter of Ascension is hidden. This is not a death trap. Please trust me. Other than the Chapter of Ascension, there's also some
It was obvious that Hale's anger and sorrow had pushed him to the limit. He was already blaming Sky Plane for everything. Sky Plane had just earned him as a mortal enemy."My condolences, Hale." Harvey extended his hand and tapped Hale's shoulder. "The dead can't be brought back, so the most important thing now is to recover. Sky Plane is a difficult enemy."Clarion nodded as well. "Now that Susan is dead, Sky Plane will not let this slide. However, we'll need to get you a new identity after you recover. Only when you're safe and when you can live for yourself will you have the chance to have your revenge."I've just received news that everyone in Grand City knows who you are. All the other Sacred Lands will find out very quickly. In a short while, there will be countless people looking for you, for us. That's why you need to get ready. We're running out of time."When Clarion said that, the frigid light in his eyes glinted. He didn't need to send anyone to find out what was go
"No matter what happened, she treated me well all these years. Even if I were to kill her, I want her to die with some dignity. As for the trouble from Sky Plan and her… I'll give you an explanation you'll be happy with. Please permit me," Hale said, not caring for the wounds on his body even when he was kneeling on the floor.Clarion looked stern. If he were to bring in a spy like Susan, it would help him immensely in his career. If they got her into the interrogation room and asked her proper questions, they could get valuable answers from her. That was the only value she had left.However, Clarion also knew why Hale framed it that way. She was still his wife, even when she had already betrayed him. Rather than letting someone like Clarion take her away right now and live a torturous life that she wouldn't be able to tell day by night, he'd prefer to kill her right now. That way, Susan would be able to die peacefully.But how should he choose? Clarion was having a headache rig