“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
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
Hale's expression was one of shock.Susan was the same.Hale didn't expect Sky Plane's plan to be so vicious. They wanted the Chapter of Ascension and to use the chance to plunge Grand City into chaos.Susan was shocked about how accurate Harvey's guesswork was. If it wasn't because she knew that someone like him would never have a connection with Sky Plane, she would even think that he might have a hand in setting up the trap that looked like it was simply a string of coincidences.Otherwise, how would he have known everything in such detail?Clarion looked at Harvey with more admiration. While he looked like just an ordinary man, whether his power or perception was far beyond them.Hale slowly closed his eyes, forcing himself to calm down for a long time.Then, he turned and looked at Susan and muttered, "Now that we have reached this juncture, I don't think that there should be any more secrets between you and I. Just one question. Did everything happen exactly as Mr. Harvey
"Or maybe, in your subconscious, you do realize that something isn't right. Maybe you simply feel that it's better for her not to know about some things. That way, things will be safer for her," Harvey said with a shrug. "However, the truth is that she didn't get anything from you at all until yesterday, isn't it?"Hale nodded. "You're right. I did have some doubts about her in my mind, that's why I did tell her everything except the Chapter of Ascension."Hale seemed to reminisce about something else before giving a painful smile. "And then, as time passed by, I no longer suspected her. But I'm worried that it'll get her killed, so I chose not to say anything. I believed that as long as I said nothing, we'll be able to live a peaceful life! No one expects that in the end…"Hale signed, looking hopeless when he said that.However, Susan simply smiled icily. "Stop your crocodile tears, Hale. You never trusted me, so stop saying that you love me!"Hale smiled bitterly. He didn't w
Clarion was stunned when he saw Mrs. Hoffman was still trying to argue her way out."Even the way you argue is the same as the Origin Ninjas. Seriously?" Harvey smirked. "Right, I heard that the Origin Ninjas would leave the mark of a petal on the most private spot so that it was easier for them to identify each other. You must have seen it, right, Mr. Hoffman? Of course, I believe she'd definitely say it was just a tattoo that she had while she was in her youth."Unfortunately, I believe that Grand City has plenty of records. It should be quite easy for us to find the evidence we need. That's why, Mrs. Hoffman… Is there really a need to deny it anymore now that we've reached this point?"Mrs. Hoffman shuddered a little. She didn't expect that Harvey would be able to easily see through all her disguise. Most importantly, he even knew about the most damning evidence on her. In a situation like this, continuing with the argument really was pointless."You… You…!"At the same tim
Harvey said calmly, "You smell like one of them."Whoosh!Before Harvey could finish, Mrs. Hoffman immediately pounced at him. In midair, she waved her hand and threw a string of knives.All her blades were blue in color. They looked very pretty, but if they scratched one's skin, one could easily lose their lives if they weren't sent to the hospital immediately.Clarion was shocked when he saw what was unfolding. It was obvious he didn't expect Harvey's words to help them identify Mrs. Hoffman's real identity and forced her to attack.Still, that was quite normal. Thinking back about it, Mrs. Hoffman's calmness during this whole ordeal showed that she was not a normal woman.The power she suddenly showed was within their expectation, and they could understand it too.However, this exact revelation was making things more painful for Hale. It hurt him even more than finding out that his beloved wife sold him out. Clank! Clank! Clank!Harvey pulled up a small fruit knife and thr
Harvey's expression became cold as he watched Mrs. Hoffman. He was completely done with her.Mrs. Hoffman bit her lip and stared at Hale for a long time. "You're right! The one who sold you out is me. I sold your identity to other people, too. I'm also the one that almost got you killed. When I heard about the Chapter of Ascension in the morning, I was also the one who sent the message!"Hale's expression was one of bitterness and grief. He gritted his teeth and asked coldly, "Why?""Why?" Mrs. Hoffman scoffed, a hint of disdain on her face. "Why do you think I did this? Fine, I'll tell you. It's easy—after marrying you for so many years, I've never had a life of peace! We're either living in the streets or hiding! I didn't ask for a wealthy life. I just want a normal and peaceful life like any other ordinary woman! But I can't see us ever having that life! "If that's the case, why can't I gamble everything away? Why can't I sell you in exchange for wealth so I can have an e
Hale let out a bitter cry with a sorrowful expression. How could anyone expose that the person who slept next to them would be the one to stab them in the back?Hale whispered, "I simply didn't want that person to be you. You have been with me for so many years and have suffered so much. I've already treated you as my only family. If family like you betrayed me, it would do nothing but make me suffer."That was why I arranged such a test. I was hoping that Mr. Harvey would betray me once he knew who I really was and that I really did have the Chapter of Ascension. That way, I could continue executing my plans in peace."I didn't expect him to be completely uninterested in the Chapter of Ascension. Instead, you were the one who betrayed me again. It also meant that the one who turned me to Camellia and let her trace me was you…"Harvey didn't pin any blame on Hale after hearing what had happened. After giving it a thought, he said, "Normally speaking, we've just met for the first
"You… Hale! How…" Mrs. Hoffman crawled back up, her mind going black for a moment. She quickly pulled out her phone, about to make a call. Because she was too nervous, she kept on pressing the wrong numbers. She couldn't make that call.Harvey didn't say anything as he looked at this scene calmly.Meanwhile, Hale's expression began to change. There was a hint of sorrow in his eyes as he looked at the woman he loved. "Honey… Don't tell me that despite Mr. Harvey having no interest in the Chapter of Ascension, you let someone else get it instead? In short, you're the one that betrayed me… And has been betraying me…"A tear of blood formed from the corner of Hale's eyes as he spoke.Mrs. Hoffman, who was still trying to make that call, shuddered as she turned and looked at the man whom she had accompanied for many years.At the same time, someone pushed open the door. It was Clarion. He quickly walked into the room and leaned in next to Harvey, whispering, "Something happened