“You…”Westley didn’t expect Harvey to be right beside Kairi.“So you two bastards are together!” he said in a panicked voice. “Just you wait! I…”Beep!Harvey hung up and blocked Westley’s number in case he wanted to bother Kairi again.He then poured her a cup of tea, frowning. “What happened?”Kairi chuckled bitterly; she had no intention of hiding anything.“I don’t know who gave Westley the idea.“He wants an arranged marriage after knowing that I have control over the family.“He’s demanding me to give him full authority after that. He wants the Patel family to be his plaything. Who knows if he’s actually insane or blinded by something else?“He thinks he’s actually capable of doing such a thing…”Harvey nodded.“It’s simple. Blaine’s probably fanning the flames behind his back.“He’s getting more and more petty now… He wouldn’t dare fight me himself after all that humiliation, so he decided to use Westley against me.“One, he’s trying to use the Wright family’s str
“More importantly, I don’t even like a rich playboy’s looks.“On the other hand, I would’ve accepted your proposal if you’d just ask.”Kairi deeply looked into Harvey’s eyes.Pffft! Harvey spat his tea right on her dress.He instinctively pulled his tissues out to wipe Kairi clean.“Sorry, the change in subject was a little sudden.”He felt very refreshed while wiping Kairi’s smooth skin.“Just tell me if you want me to undress. There’s no need for all this.”Kairi rolled her eyes before standing up.“However, we’ll have to get our certificate first!”Kairi’s face instantly went red after she said those words. She quickly made herself an excuse so she could hide in the restroom.Harvey was speechless; he didn’t know if Kairi was getting bolder or more stubborn.Right as he was about to ask for the bill, the door was kicked down. Men in uniform showed up, with a few other in formal wear. The bustling restaurant tensed up instantly; a lot of people instinctively looked over w
The faces of the fierce men darkened instantly after hearing Harvey’s words. Karina showed a cold expression as well.Leland hesitated before pointing at Harvey.“This is Harvey, Ms. Karina. He was the one who forced me to leave after calling the retired God of War. He was the one who crippled our mighty American, Rohan.”Harvey chuckled.“Mr. Leland… What are you saying? You can’t just slander me like that. I only crippled a traitor.“Besides, why would you even stand up for a man like that if all you care for are your country’s benefits?”Leland gritted his teeth after seeing Harvey’s calm look.“Don’t you know we’re focusing on building a relationship with Young Master Rohan? His benefits in Country H are ours as well! You’re going against America for crippling him!”Leland’s anger was starting to boil. Normally speaking, a man with a high status like Rohan wouldn’t become a citizen of America willingly…With Rohan, America would at least have some of its forces in Country
Leland waved his hand for the fierce men to take Harvey down.After all, he had the support of the Locke Financial Group since Karina was here.Why would he be afraid of a mere retired God of War since that was the case?After all, combat strength alone meant nothing. Money, authority, background, and support were everything in this day and age.A God of War was just a lackey in the end.The fierce men craned their necks while stepping forward, ready to take action at any moment.Before they did, Karina blew out a puff of smoke and spoke first.“Hold it.”Karina snuffed out her cigarette before leaning in toward Harvey.“You’re Harvey York? I’ve heard of you.“As the representative of the country’s Martial Arts Alliance, you’re pretty impressive.“But no matter how great you are, you’re just a martial artist.“For us Americans with genetically enhanced warriors, we can replicate as many people like you as we want. I do hope you know your limits and the consequences of going
Harvey casually sipped his tea.“Don’t you belong to one of the biggest financial groups in America? Why aren’t the others sanctioning us, then? You’re not even doing anything at this point!”“You!” Karina’s eyes twitched. “I’ll sue you at the international court for being this disorderly!”“Go ahead!”Harvey smiled.“You people only have the same trick up your sleeves! You have nothing substantial!“I might be impressed if you decide to use America’s military force against me for refusing to apologize to Rohan…“You’ll only make me think less of the Locke Financial Group for bringing up something this trivial.“How about this? I’ll tell you what’s going to happen if you make me angry.“I’ll send you flying with a single slap. I’ll make the person in charge of your organization kneel in front of me.“And if that doesn’t happen, I’ll make sure the organization crumbles.“If you don’t want me to get angry, it’s simple too.“Kneel and apologize. I’ll let you off the hook after
It was clear Harvey’s words were hurting their pride. After all, America lost its authority ever since Country H rose to the peak.Karina took a deep breath before stopping Leland and the others with a faint smile.“You really are arrogant, huh? How dare you act like this in front of us Americans when Country H’s only been established for a few measly years?“Let me tell you something! As long as America is around, Country H will remain as the lackey!“Stop pretending already, Harvey! Since we’re already here, it means we’re not scared to go against you!“Even if there’s no diplomatic dispute—even if I don’t sanction the country…“If I want to, there are tons of ways to deal with you too!“Other than medicine and drinks, do you know what’s the Locke Financial Group’s biggest business?“Firearms! Out of the entire world, we provide ten percent of the firearms!“We have tons of talented people under our wing!“A single word is enough to take down an ant like you!“What right
“I never know what’s best for myself.“That was never in my dictionary.”Karina Joyner sat up straight with her disdainful, beautiful face.“Then, tell me, what do you have in your dictionary?“Rolling on the ground in pain? Or kneeling and begging for mercy?”“Neither.Harvey York smiled before pouring his tea on her face.“There’s only one thing that I follow…“And that is to crush spirits through humiliation.”Splash!Scorching hot tea was poured down Karina’s head, ruining her makeup and making her look extremely miserable.Even Karina froze. She could not fathom something like this would happen in the country.She was the lady of the Locke Financial Group, after all!Even leaders of small countries would have to pamper her!And yet she was utterly humiliated by a clown in front of everyone…This was simply unforgivable!“What? That’s not enough?”Harvey grabbed the teapot before pouring its contents on Karina’s head while she was still stunned.“How about now?“
Karina Joyner squinted while glaring coldly.“Let me warn you.“You better not get out of the damn restaurant for the rest of your life.“If not, it just might be the last time you live.”Harvey York smiled.“Is that a threat?”Karina wiped the tea off her face.“That’s right! It’s nothing but that!“As soon as you walk out of here, I’ll find ways to kill you!“Maybe I’ll get America’s top sniper to deal with you!“Or maybe I’ll get our genetically enhanced soldiers to do the job!“I could find a thug nearby to stab you too!“In any case, you’re as good as dead!”Harvey merely shrugged.“I’m so scared!“What should I do for you to let me go?”“Let you go? Impossible!”Karina showed a big smile.“The moment you went against me, your fate has been sealed!“If you even survive for more than twenty-four hours…“I’ll kneel right before your damn face!”Then, Karina left with Leland Talbot and the others.In her eyes, Harvey was already a dead man.Harvey smiled faintl
Drake shrugged nonchalantly and said to Journi, "I don't care whether you want to kneel, but you know my nickname well."As they spoke, Drake's right finger was already starting to pull the trigger.Journi gritted her teeth, but in the end, she slowly bent the knee. Harvey was stunned as he was going to make his move. There was surprise in his eyes. All these men and women from high society had their own pride. He did not expect her to be able to be so flexible in a time like this. She deserved his praise!"Tsk. Aren't you a princess? Aren't you always prideful? Don't they call you a goddess?" Drake looked at Journi disdainfully when he saw her kneel. He patted Journi's hand with a sneer. "You've always despised me, haven't you? Why are you kneeling before me now?"If it isn't because Ms. Isis desired you, do you think I'll let you kneel here? You're just a daughter from some second-rate top family. You think you're untouchable, and you want to go against us? Do you think you're an
Hearing Drake's words, Journi coldly said, "Drake, are you stupid? Do you know who you are? Are you threatening me? Ruin my face, then. Show me if you can actually bear the consequences of your action!"Journi was quite fearless. Besides Harvey being right next to her, it was also because Journi was sure Drake would not dare to do anything to her. She was a member of the Stanton family, after all. While the Stanton family was not one of the top ten families or one of the five hidden families, they were still one of the top families.If they butted heads and went all out, it would never end well for both sides."Ha! Don't think I didn't know Emery is no longer interested in you," Drake waved his hand, and four brawny men walked out, their eyes locked on Harvey and Journi."I gave you some respect in the past because Emery wanted you, so I did it for his sake. Do you really think you mean anything? And now? Who do you think you are? So what if I tell you to kneel and call her Queen?
Just when Harvey was giving Isis a good look, Jouni could not help but yelp as if she had discovered something novel. "Drake Ward? Why is he here? Isn't he supposed to be back in the Northern Lands?"Harvey looked at Isis and instantly frowned. Then, his eyes turned to the man sitting opposite Isis. He was wearing a short-sleeved shirt and had a buzz cut. He was also covered in tattoos and looked very aggressive. Most importantly, he was the only man from Country H who could be on the same level as all these foreigners here.And the way he looked at Isis was one of unrestrained aggression. However, despite clearly noticing that, Isis did not say anything else. That also explained the man's high status because, typically speaking, someone like Isis would definitely kill any man who gave her those looks."Drake Ward?" Harvey was curious. "Why does this name sound so familiar?""Of course it is," Journi replied coldly. "He belonged to one of the five hidden families, the Ward family o
Since the other side wanted to drop all pretenses, he also could do it his way. They lived in an era when fighting fire with fire was the only way to go. The man's expression froze, somewhat darkened. He did not expect this man to be the current chairman of Country H Commercial Group, which meant he had bitten off more than he could ever chew. If he had known, he would not have wasted his breath.But from how calm Harvey was, he could tell that Harvey was definitely someone who would honor his threats. If Harvey really did take this to Elric, then it would simply make everyone look bad. Even if they were sure this place had nothing to do with the commercial group, who would they complain to when Harvey locked all the exits?The moment that thought crossed the man's mind, he could only say with a straightened expression, "I see that you're the chairman, Mr. Harvey. If that's the case, please come in. My master wanted to meet you for a long time."When Journi saw the man had taken a
"True, this is not our territory," the man said with a smile, "but since Mr. Stanton rented this place to us, this place is under our management for the time being. When he rented us this place, we made a promise. Other than the chairman of the Country H Commercial Group, only the guests that we designated can enter this place. "Even gods will have to follow this rule. Not only are you trying to make it hard for us, but you're also making it hard for your father. I believe you won't make it difficult for us, right?The man gave Journi a meaningful smile. A woman who came to his master after submitting herself to him didn't have anything to be proud of.Journi's expression darkened. "What if I said this man is my boyfriend?""Boyfriend?" The man smiled. "He can't enter even if he's your husband. But I know you people like to break the rules all the time. If you want to force your way through, then we'll act accordingly."The man clapped; instantly, eight powerful-built men walked
The next day, eight o'clock in the evening… Harvey got into a car, and Journi was waving at him with a smile. In the past two days, Journi didn't interrupt him and Yvonne, and simply let them clean up everything that had happened earlier.Once it was almost done, only then did Journi ask Harvey to do as he promised and pretend to be her boyfriend.According to Journi, the man from Country A who liked her was becoming worse and worse. One time, he even went to the female toilet and she almost lost her innocence. All she wanted was for Harvey to deal with this properly.Originally, Harvey didn't want to make a move. When he heard how improper the man acted, he was furious and agreed to Journi's request. However, Journi said that this couldn't be taken care of using force alone. She hoped Harvey would go and meet him and settle this peacefully. This would be good for both sides.Originally, Harvey was going to ask Tyson to immediately teach that man a lesson. But since Journi requ
Linus almost wanted to slap the secretary out of fury. "I'm warning you! This is something we have to deal with ourselves. If we can, Emery will ally with us and help us deal with the small problems that we might encounter. But if we can't… Let me tell you what'll happen. Emery will kick us when we're down and will never offer us a helping hand!"Linus's expression became even darker after he said that. Those who were able to become one of the highest ranking members of the family, it didn't matter how arrogant they were or how materialistic they were, their basic judgment wouldn't stray too far away from being accurate. He was already able to guess Emery's personality. It was said that there was no love within a royal family. It was the same for wealthy families.The beautiful secretary nodded and whispered, "But Mr. Linus, our biggest problem is we're running out of resources. Without powerful locals from the country to help us right now, we're nothing when we're facing Yvonne
Wolsing Grand Hospital. Midnight.Linus was covered in bandages, looking in extremely bad shape. While he had plenty of bodyguards, the Islanders refused to stop no matter what. After the clash, they had beaten him up thoroughly. While there was no permanent injury, he was still covered in bruises.He used his right hand to pick up a cigar as he cursed, "Bastard! All these traitorous Islanders… They took my money… Not only did they do nothing, but they even attacked me! I will kill them after this!"He gritted his teeth. "And that witch Yvonne! She better not think this is over! One day, I'll find a way to kill all of you! Not only you, I will kill your whole family and that man of yours too!"At this time, Linus was no different from a woman scorned. All that was left for him to do was to take out his little book of grudges and start recording. As for how Yvonne managed to retaliate… Though Linus was furious with her, he was also terrified of her.The plot he had so meticulousl
Everything was over. Whether it was the Xaviers, the Islanders, or someone else, they couldn't do anything about this case anymore. With this video, no one could undo anything.On the second floor, Journi looked at what happened with shock. Only after a long time did she whisper, "All we needed to spend is 5,000?""I guess," Harvey said with a shrug. "But I needed to prepare some money beforehand. My subordinates found out that Linus bribed Nomura and the Islanders 100 thousand per head. Nomura and his ilk are greedy, so they agreed to it. I told my subordinates to leak the news that after the negotiation, Linus could gain a lot more benefits."The Islanders naturally wouldn't accept the fact that they'll only be able to gain a little profit, so our men approached them again and pretended to be part of Linus' men. They agreed to hike the price. I even transferred the money to them, so the Islanders had to give today's performance their all. If they had to go as far as to commit suic