Ten o’clock in the morning.With Harvey York and Kade Bolton’s lead, they came to an antique stone gambling site.The place was renovated into a stadium that could hold thousands of people.Taller and taller balconies could be seen all over the place.The stadium was divided into three sections.Two sections were filled with stones everywhere, but only a few people walked around. The places were completely desolate, to say the least.The remaining part of the stadium had workers placing stones along with their respective price tags.This was clearly where the third batch was going.Many people were gathered here while happily chatting in high spirits.For the people well-versed in the scene, only specific types of gems could grab their attention.Harvey and the others came to the VIP area, and they looked in front.A group of people in traditional clothing stood not far away from them.They were all standing with serious looks.The woman in the middle was wearing a purple
Along with Kora’s movements, a few men in black hopped down from the balcony before shoving the crowd aside to get to the stones.The stones varied in size. Some looked smooth and plump, while others were simply deformed.The men in black did not waste a single second. After paying for the stones, they immediately got the smiths to start working.“Gems! Gems! Gems!”The crowd was exhilarated when they saw the sight.The women screamed in excitement, as if they had never seen money before in their entire lives.The place completely heated up in an instant.“The same thing happened twice before, but nobody noticed it the first time,” whispered Arlet.“But on the second time, everyone’s attention was completely captured.“This time…”Arlet shook her head with a hint of helplessness showing between her furrowed brows.The Pagan family had no choice but to remain passive since Kora already made her move.Their reputation would be tarnished entirely if the family did not act at a
Arlet Pagan’s eyes kept twitching after hearing Kora’s words. A sense of coldness shrouded her beautiful face.“The Pagan family only does honest business!“Our antiques are all genuine!“If you like to, you can stop by anytime!”“Is that so?Kora smiled faintly as she leaned forward.“Tell me, if I went to your family’s antique shop and pointed at a few things, saying those are the only genuine antiques there…“Would everyone believe me?“Or would they believe your crumbling reputation instead?!”Arlet’s face changed in an instant.“You’re shameless!”“That’s right! I am shameless!Kora stepped forward before patting Arlet’s face.“That said, I can give you a chance.“Hand over fifty-one percent of the Archa Corporation’s shares. Only then I’ll let your family go.“Just leave the paperwork to me.“Of course, you can decline the offer, but there’ll only be one outcome waiting for you…“Bankruptcy!”“You…”When Arlet wanted to slap Kora out of rage…Someone tapped on
In everyone’s eyes, Harvey York was just an idiot.‘He wants to gamble against Kora?’‘Who does he think he is?’‘Is he even worthy?’‘Even the Pagan family, one of the six Hermit Families, was utterly beaten by Kora!’‘What else can Harvey even do?’‘Under these circumstances, ordinary people would’ve made a deal with Kora. Maybe even pampering her so she wouldn’t cause any more trouble.’‘He must be desperate to die for going against her like this!’The people behind Kora showed judgmental gazes while looking at Harvey, scoffing.Arlet Pagan wanted to say something but briefly hesitated before letting Harvey decide.“Are you scared, Kora?Harvey showed a calm expression.“I’ll pick twelve stones too. I guarantee the gems I picked will definitely be worth much more than the ones you picked. How does that sound?”Everyone scoffed after hearing Harvey’s statement.They were wondering what sort of bet Harvey would come up with.‘Gambling stones?‘How can this guy, who cam
Naturally, Kora knew who Harvey York was. She knew she might not have the upper hand if she also took action.She intentionally pretended to stop the people behind her so that Harvey would not have an excuse to fight.If Harvey still fought under those circumstances…He would be questioned even if he was the representative of the country’s Martial Arts Alliance.At the same time, Kora only called Harvey a lackey so that he could not reveal his identity. She could continue pressuring him that way.The crowd was showing utter disdain when they looked at Harvey.‘No wonder he’s been barking at everyone he sees! He’s a dog for the Pagan family!’‘Then again, it’d be better if he just killed himself instead!’‘He’d at least be able to benefit from being a kept man. He has nothing if he’s just a lackey!’If the turf did not belong to the Pagan family, the people would have drowned Harvey in their spit by now.The whole situation was a bit chaotic. Kora and the others were just abou
Kora glared coldly after hearing Harvey York’s words.She squinted while sizing up Harvey with her narrow eyes before scoffing.“Scared?“I’ve never had that word in my dictionary since I was a kid!“I dissected cats and dogs myself since I was three!“I stayed a night alone in a cemetery at six!“I even dragged a damn corpse back home from the morgue when I was nine!“I’ve never known fear!“Then again, I’m not interested in a lame bet like yours.“If you’re willing to up the ante, I’m willing to play!”Kora showed a cold expression.“That said, do you dare?”“Talk,” replied Harvey.“If I lose, I’ll crawl my way out of the damn city.“If you lose, you do exactly the same.“How does that sound?”Harvey chuckled.“That’s barely enough…“Why don’t I add something else?“If I lose, I’ll be yours for the rest of my life! I’ll do whatever you tell me to!“But if you lose, you’ll have to do whatever I say!“Well? Do you dare?”Kora stood frozen before showing a hint of
Harvey York completely ignored Kora while she was showing off.He waved his hand, signaling for Kade Bolton to prepare a contract.In his eyes, the people from sacred martial arts training grounds are all pompous.Without a contract, it would be bad if Kora ignored the bet.After making the contract, Harvey signed his name before casually throwing it before Kora.Kora hesitated momentarily before signing her name while gritting her teeth.“Come! Seal this entire place up!”Kora scoffed after seeing Harvey take the contract. Naturally, she was pretty confident in her energy detection technique.She truly believed that Harvey would lose.Harvey squinted at Kora.“I won’t take advantage of you.“I’ll select twelve of the stones right here.“That’s perfectly fine, right?”Kora’s heart skipped a beat after seeing Harvey’s confidence.“Fine! I have one condition. My men will scramble the order of all those stones!“We won’t want anyone to cheat now, do we?”“Sure.Harvey wav
Harvey York heaved a sigh.“You’re not even grown up yet, and you want me to call you that?“Little brat.”Kora’s face was completely flushed.“You bastard!” she shrieked.“How dare you tease me like this?!“When you lose, I’ll make you wash my feet every single day!”The men beside Kora were stunned before looking at Harvey with jealousy and envy.Harvey twitched before rolling his eyes.“Not interested.“If you lose, I’ll have you bring me tea, mop floors, and wash the damn toilet in the Fortune Hall every day!“You’ll have everything you need provided to you.“Food and a place of stay included. Don’t you worry.”Kora was breathing rapidly. She finally managed to calm herself down before speaking.“Crack open the stones!“I want to see how you’ll fulfill those words with all this hunk of junk!”Harvey smiled before signaling the smith to open the stones, completely ignoring Arlet’s worried expression.The smith hesitated for a moment before carefully opening a stone.
Blade took a deep breath. He remembered his own duty and stood in front of Clarion, shielding him. Then, he said with a cold expression on his face, "Madam, Mr. Zeon, my apologies. However, as I'm currently the Assistant Hallmaster and Clarion is my superior, it's my duty to protect him. May I ask how he offended the two of you to the point that he pressed the red button?"Blade put on the face of someone who was only doing his job. He was loyal to his duties.Clarion's expression changed. He did not realize that Blade was a Jackson. However, since Blade chose duty over his personal ties, it was enough to calm Clarion down.Whoosh!At the moment when everything was at a standstill, Zeon suddenly stepped forward and appeared right before the crowd. He immediately slapped Blade's face.Slap!He slapped Blade so hard and loud that Blade stumbled backward as he was not on his guard and almost fell on the floor. Luckily, Clarion reacted quickly and helped Blade up. Otherwise, Blade wo
"I'll give you one last chance to answer me. If you refuse, it won't be my fault for not showing you any mercy." Camellia's pretty face became colder as she stared at Clarion before waving her right hand.After what she did, she saw all the security from Platinum Casino stepped forward, as if they were ready to make a move at any time.Clarion smiled. "Looks like not only have you captured him, it doesn't sound like you're going to release him at all. Looks like I mean nothing to you madam!"Camellia sat down back on the sofa as she folded her legs once more. She raised her chin as she looked at Clarion, coldly saying, "You're right. You mean nothing to me. What? Are you going to go mad? Do it, then! Show it to me! I'm curious to see just what our Young Master Clarion Parker can do to make a scene!"Clarion took a deep breath and coldly replied, "Don't blame me for this, then!"After that, Clarion's right hand pulled out a small red button and pressed it.Vroom!As soon as he di
"All your casino shares?" Camellia stroked her chin as she gave Clarion a meaningful smile. "If I remember, they all add up to hundreds of millions of dollars, and the interest you gain annually is also quite substantial. Without that, your worth as the heir of Parkerville will drop significantly."Looks like Hale probably saved your life. Otherwise, you wouldn't have paid such a price for a garbage like him," Camellia's eyes were judgmental when she said those words. She stared at Clarion curiously, wanting to see something from his actions and expressions.Unfortunately, Clarion maintained his cool and indifference."Madam, it'll take a long time to talk about the relationship between us. Hence, there's no need for me to explain everything here. All I want to ask is, will you accept this trade?"Camellia once again walked over to Clarion's side and bent closer, whispering in his ears. "Of course I'm willing, since you're offering me so much. Unfortunately, since I don't have Hale
When Clarion saw how Camellia pushed her face closer to his face, he had to use so much effort to stop himself from immediately slapping her.Harvey's expression was also getting colder as he stared at Camellia. He had to admit it. If she was willing, she could easily make many people furious. That was why Harvey calmed himself down even more and was not rushing to make his move. Instead, he calmly observed Clarion, wanting to see how he would deal with this.He believed this simple confrontation would make Clarion grow quickly. It would be a good thing if there was someone who could compete with Dan among the heirs of Grand City.Slap!When Camellia saw that Clarion would not touch her, she smiled coldly and once again slapped Clarion on the face."Pathetic! You really are useless! No wonder Dan openly admitted that someone like you is not qualified to be his right-hand man!" Camellia publicly humiliated Clarion's character and dignity.A man who would not even resist was worse
"I also know why you captured Hale. But madam… A simple thought is all it takes. If Hale had mastered the so-called Chapter of Ascension, he would already be invincible in this world. He wouldn't fall into someone's grasp so easily," said Clarion as if he was explaining Camellia for her own good."Not to mention that possessing the Chapter itself is simply going to bring you trouble. I'm also saving you by taking Hale away. I hope you'll agree to my decision. This is really for your own good."Camellia let out a cold laugh when she heard Clarion's reasoning. "Judah, aren't you a little too confident of yourself? You attacked my people, threatened me to release the man, and said this is for my own good? Since when has Parkerville stopped practicing martial arts and started to teach acting skills instead?"Camellia walked over and immediately slapped Clarion on the face. "You fool! Do you think I will act for your sake?"Slap!Clarion could not help but take a few steps back, his fa
"Clarion, you've always been a good boy. You can always read the atmosphere whenever you do something," Camellia said to Clarion with a sweet smile. "The reason you came to my Platinum Casino must be because you're ready to pass your position in Earth Hall back to my son, correct? If that's the case, I don't mind accepting it. But if it's something else, my apologies then. I don't have the strength to care about anything else now that I'm too worried about my son."Zeon gave Clarion a dry smile. "You do understand what she's talking about, right? Now, quickly give us the power over Earth Hall. That way, we have some room for discussion. Otherwise…"Then, Zeon put something thumb-sized on the coffee table. Quite a few people raised their eyebrows when they saw what it was. It was the Martial Art Weapon, Thunderblast!That bastard really was quite crazy. He did not even prepare any precaution when handling something like the Thunderblast, walking around with it so recklessly. Was he n
Before Clarion could even decide, Neve already forced her way forward and shielded Clarion behind her. She yelled at Zeon, "Stop pushing it, Zeon! Enough is enough! Do you really think you can have your way with us?!"Zeon gave a wicked smile and wanted to say something when Camellia, who had been watching things unfold, clapped her hands. She instantly attracted everyone's attention, and her delicate voice rang. "Zeon, that's enough. Clarion is still a member of Grand City, regardless of what had happened. We've raised him for so long, he wouldn't kneel and grovel before another man just because he was being waved at, right?"Trust him. He won't be such a doormat, will he? Not to mention that if you let him lick your shoe, he's going to ruin it. This is something I bought for you from Givenchy, so stop wasting it. Not to mention, if Mr. Otto finds out about this, what would you do if he fainted? You have to pay some respect to our elders, alright?"Then, Camellia gave Clarion a dee
"Now… Do you think I won't have the guts to kill you?" Zeon then spun the pistol in his hand using his finger and then pointed it at Clarion's forehead again. He thought he looked cool doing that.Then, his finger slowly tightened around the trigger, and the spring in the trigger was pulled tight, ready to fire. Even Clarion, who fancied himself as someone who did not fear death, could feel his breathing becoming rapid.It was obvious that Zeon really wanted to kill Clarion as his murderous intention flared.While it was well known that White Peak was filled with all kinds of madmen, they did not expect Zeon to be so terrifying when he lost his mind!Neve already wanted to step forward to stop it, but the muzzle on her head made her scared of making any sudden moves. Meanwhile, Harvey simply looked at what was happening calmly.Now was not the time to make a move. Others might believe that Zeon would really pull the trigger, but Harvey understood much about these heirs who were al
Clarion cleared his throat as he caught everyone's attention before bowing at Camellia. "Hello, madam. Please forgive me for dropping by unannounced."Before Camellia could even say anything, Zeon already smiled coldly at him. He stood up and walked over to Clarion and patted Clarion's face as he said in an icy tone, "And you do realize you're not invited? If you want to apologize, show us your sincerity. You can start with prostrating. I believe the madam won't put too much blame on you."All the men and women sneeringly looked at Clarion. It would be rare to see the heir from a huge family in Grand City prostrate. Quite a few already instinctively pulled out their phone, wanting to take photos of it.When Neve saw what had happened, she frowned. "Are you an idiot, Zeon? Why do you think Clarion will kneel?""He won't?" Zeon scoffed, pulled out a pistol, and immediately put the muzzle on Clarion's head. "Now, will you kneel?"Clarion was also someone with a temper. He glared at Z