Naomi Stanton glared at Kairi Patel.“Do you think you can do whatever you please just because you’re the government’s second-in-command?“Let me tell you something! We’re living in a lawful age!“Even the king has to suffer the consequences for committing a crime!“I don’t care who you people are!“You need to pay the price for hurting people!”Naomi waved her hand before a few young men stepped up, ready to take action at any moment.“Naomi, right? Does your real father know about your godfather?” Kairi asked calmly.“Don’t you know that your real father would get furious if he discovered this?”Naomi’s face instantly darkened.“Sharp tongue!”“Even if Harvey slapped your real father down…“I’ll stand right beside him here!“Let alone your mere godfather!“I do want to see how you’d fare against us!“Don’t forget, I’m also the lady of the Patel family!“If you anger me, I don’t need to remain the second-in-command to crush you either!”Naturally, nobody could go agai
“You! You’re shameless!Naomi Stanton quickly jumped forward.‘How is this bastard that shameless?!’Harvey York gave a chuckle.“Me, shameless? You can’t just say that!“I screwed up after only trying to help…“But you can’t spout nonsense like that either!“I was just doing this out of the kindness of my heart!“I have good intentions!“I’ll sue you for slander if you accuse me of something I didn’t do!“After all, it’s a huge crime to slander the consultant of the city’s government!Then, Harvey smiled at Kurtis Lee, still lying on the ground.“Is anywhere else broken for you, Mr. Kurtis?“We’ll definitely help you with it!“Don’t worry!“Even if I can’t perfectly fix your problem, I’ll get an ambulance here to help!“Oh, right. Pardon my memory.“Ambulances can’t even get inside here! What are we supposed to do now?”Kurtis’ body shivered after hearing Harvey’s words.“You little bastard!” he exclaimed after stuttering for the longest time.Naturally, he was alr
“At this point, it doesn’t matter if I break both your arms or just one, right?”Harvey York’s smile was utterly sinister in Kurtis Lee’s eyes.He gritted his teeth for a moment before finally speaking again.“Don’t you dare cross the line, Harvey!”“Cross the line?“I would never.“If I’d end up the same anyway…“Why wouldn’t I just break both your arms instead?“Right?”“You want to break both?!“Don’t you know I’m the sworn brother of Mr. Keegan from the Lloyd family?!“How dare you even lay a finger on me?!“Other than him, I still have other countless people supporting me!“Those who go against me will always suffer a horrible fate!“There’s no point in regretting now!”Kurtis’ speech was getting more and more illogical at that moment.Harvey sighed.“You’re right about that.“Then again, I’m not going to do that anyway.”Harvey stepped forward before stomping on Kurtis’ other arm.“Aaagh!”Screams of pain were heard as Kurtis rolled on the ground with a horri
Only the driver, Harvey York, and Kairi Patel were in a minibus on the way back.Kairi sighed, seeing Harvey’s calm expression.“I’m afraid Kurtis Lee wouldn’t just let you go scot-free this time…“Keegan Lloyd’s a prominent figure of Gangnam’s martial arts world.“It’s said that he’s considered a hero there.“He’s a righteous man who has helped many.“It’d be quite troubling if a person like that were to stand for Kurtis.”“He wouldn’t dare.”Kairi froze before she stopped talking.She believed Harvey did not understand his dire situation and that she would stand with him no matter the case.-On the next day, early in the morning.Harvey and Kairi received word that they would attend the meeting on time.When the two arrived at the meeting room, dozens of people were seated properly.In addition to Chanse Foster and the higher-ups of different departments, a few deputies also attended the meeting.An elderly man in a robe resembling Blaine John sat in the middle seat.
“I’m dissatisfied with Consultant York, but I still want the project done as soon as possible!“That was why I went to beg for Kurtis Lee’s support!“I wanted to offer Consultant York a chance!“Kurtis only joked with Madam Kairi because he adored her!“Yet, Consultant York broke both of Kurtis’ arms because of that!Chanse seemed as if he was terrified.“He was the government’s consultant, and yet he was beating people up without regard!“He knew it was a crime, and he still committed it!“What’s more, he even threatened Kurtis after all that!“He said he’d break Kurtis’ legs if the relocation contract weren’t sent here!“This is the government! We work for the people!“How could we side with a person who acts like a damn gangster?!“Madam Kairi has no right to be our second-in-command either since she’s such a bad judge of character!“I suggest we remove these two from their positions effective immediately!”The people from the land department cheered loudly, clamoring
“Kurtis Lee was once a romantic young man!“He can’t help being flirty every once in a while!“He was joking with you because he thought you looked pretty!“Not only are you completely ungrateful, but you also got your subordinate to take action against him?!“Do you think you’re actually being reasonable here?“Besides, even if Kurtis was planning to take advantage of you, why didn’t you just let him?!“You could’ve secured the deal with just being a few minutes with him!“What’s wrong with that?!“As the second-in-command, so what if you suffer a little for the sake of the land department?“You won’t die from it anyway!“I’m not a woman…“But if I am, and Kurtis is interested in me…“For the sake of the government, not only would I play along with him, I’d even acknowledge it if he wants me to be with him for the rest of his life!“Countless people had sacrificed themselves for the benefit of the country!“So what if someone flirted with you?“If you don’t even have th
“That’s right! Us government officials will swallow our pride for the sake of the public!“We’re different compared to you half-baked people!“We’re professionals!“So what if we do everything for the government?!”Chanse Foster knew Harvey York was only trying to provoke everyone, but he could not refute his insults either.All he could do was put up a righteous front.Damon John nodded.“Us government officials must always think of the bigger picture.“For that, there are some things we can and should sacrifice!“Even the death of a few people is necessary if that’s the case…“Let alone other things.“If you can’t even do that, then you’re simply unfit to work for the government.”Naturally, Damon was deliberately trying to force Kairi to resign herself.“We’re unfit?Harvey put on a smile.“In my eyes, we’re the exact opposite!“After all, we never compromise for the sake of unruly people!“We do everything by the books!“This is the way of a true upperclassman!“I
Kairi ignored the crowd, and looked at Damon.“Do you want me out of here that badly? Don’t forget why I got here in the first place!”Damon shrugged.“I don’t care how you got here. Since you did, it can’t be considered a broken promise.“However! You have ruined the government’s business! You need to explain yourself. If not, how are we supposed to win the trust of the masses?”Chanse chuckled coldly.“That’s right! If people like you are still in such a high position… Well, it’s simply disrespectful to the law, the government, and the people!“You should leave already! If someone like you remains, the government will fall!”Chanse’s face was smug. ‘Two newbies trying to go against me? Hilarious!’Harvey sighed. “You people really are stupid, aren’t you? You don’t even understand what I’m saying, but you’re still running your mouths?“I admit that I broke Kurtis’ arms…but when did I say that he won’t sign the contract?”Chanse chuckled once more, the sound icy. “Are yo
"Bro! Big bro! I finally got it now! You're Harvey York, the guy who stole Dan's spot of becoming representative! To be able to become a lackey of someone like you… Oh, this is such a glorious day for me and my family!" Alexei said excitedly."Big bro, since this is your first time here, you're not familiar with Grand City, right? Let's see… Let me personally take you to the Golden Road! I have a car, so it'll definitely be faster than you travelling on foot, right?"Alexei had already swiftly got into his Range Rover. After starting the car, he performed a handsome drift and stopped right in front of Harvey. Harvey hesitated a little but still got into the car.Since… He really didn't know Grand City well. By the time he arrived, it might already be too late.As he got into the car, Harvey checked the texts in his phone. There should be a livestream from Geoffrey's people who were on the ground. The Dragon Gate training hall had always been quite discreet. While they had put up
After hearing that, Harvey was stunned. The corner of his eyes twitched. He didn't expect that Alexei would be so idiotic.One shouldn't say such words without running them through their mind first!When Alexei saw that Harvey didn't react, he continued. "What? Do you think my Senior Vaida is not pretty enough? Too aggressive? It's fine, there are plenty of clubs in Grand City too! I can always take you to the clubs to check on the pretty ones to make you understand what it means to have paradise on Earth! No matter what happens, you're my big bro now! You'll be my big bro forever! You have to protect me from now on!" As he said that, Alexei even wanted to drag Harvey to get their relationship certified.Harvey blinked. He really had no idea how to deal with someone like this. But with Alexei close by, Harvey believed that Alexei could able to help with his objective here. Currently, Grand City is like a body of still water. No matter how much things were bubbling underneath t
After saying all that, Vaida turned and left. Harvey understood that Vaida probably had some clues about this, but she needed to do her investigation.Harvey didn't know how to feel when he saw Vaida was back to normal. Other than mistaking him for her man of destiny, Vaida was acting like a normal person.Once Vaida's figure had completely disappeared, Alexei turned around and looked at Harvey for a while, his expression still dark. He snorted and said, "Don't take this the wrong way and think you're my big bro now, Harvey. It's true you saved me, but you still deserve to die for putting Senior Vaida in your crosshair! I'm someone who compartmentalizes these things. I'll repay you for saving me, but I'll snuff out your desire as well."Harvey smiled and said calmly, "Don't worry. I won't stay in Grand City for long.""Really?" Alexei said happily, but then he quickly spoke in a huffy manner. "If that's the case, you're my guest! No matter where you want to go, or what you want t
When Vaida saw that she managed to scare Alexei, she sighed. However, there was pity in her eyes. After a moment, she still coldly said, "Remember. From now on, Harvey is your big bro. From now on, you'll have to listen to everything he says in Grand City, okay? If you won't, I'll immediately kick you out. Understand?"Harvey didn't sense any maliciousness in Vaida's words. Instead, he could sense how frustrated and disappointed she was from her tone. If it wasn't because Alexei was being so useless, Vaida wouldn't be in the situation she was in right now.But… Harvey didn't hate Alexei's character. From a certain angle, he liked Alexei."Understood, Senior Vaida. I'll listen to you," Alexei said in a defeated tone. He even looked deflated physically, as if he was sighing.Looking at how pitiful Alexei was, Harvey couldn't stop himself from smiling. He took a step forward, saying, "Vaida, I was a little harsh on him just now, so it's not his fault. But both he and I got to know e
Harvey realized why Dan was the best choice to succeed the previous mayor. Vaida was schizophrenic, and then his oldest disciple was…this.Who else can the Belladonna Cult depend on other than Dan?"Senior Vaida! Where are you? We haven't met for so long, but you brought a man home just like this! He's bullying me! This Harvey is bullying me!" Alexei screamed. His next step was probably going to be rolling on the ground."I have enough! I don't want to live anymore! It's either he's gone, or I'm gone! It's either he dies, or I die! You have to know who has a closer relationship with you! Don't become an enemy to your dear junior just because of a pretty boy!" Alexei's face was full of tears and mucus. No matter how Harvey looked at him, Harvey felt like he didn't have much intelligence at all.Harvey's eye twitched. Whether it was an arrogant scion or a haughty young master, he could simply slap the man to the ground and kick him to the curb. But… What was he supposed to do w
Harvey was stunned. What was going on? The childhood friend was out here too? Harvey stared intently at the man with the machete, who looked around 23 or 24. He was at least around 200 pounds, and he looked like an explosive keg. While he held a machete, his face was a strange, pallid color.With just one look, Harvey was sure that had severe internal injuries and didn't manage to recover. Harvey glanced at the Beads of Eye he was carrying on his chest, finding it strange."Come out, Harvey! Face me if you're a man!" roared the man, looking like he was going to explode at any time. The moment he saw Harvey, who was on his way to go on a walk, he instantly stormed forward and raised his machete.He roared at Harvey, "You're that idiot Harvey, right? Tell me, how did you lie to Vaida? She's my goddess! You can't just get close to her whenever you want!"Harvey looked at him curiously. "Why don't you tell me who you are?""Who am I?" The angry man waved his machete. "I'm the olde
Harvey could not stop rolling his eyes as he could feel his head throbbing again, but he still suppressed what he was feeling. "Thanks, but I don't like anything too greasy in the morning. I prefer vegetarian if possible. You can put the deep-fried hoppers aside. I'll reheat it in the afternoon."Vaida blinked her beautiful eyes. After some hesitation, she said, "I see. We'll set it aside for now, then. This is a local delicacy in Grand City. You can't even buy this with money.""Thanks; I appreciate it," replied Harvey, feeling the pressure. He had no choice but to get himself a bowl of oats with milk and slowly eat it. Harvey was worried Vaida might add something special to the oats or milk, but after eating, he realized there was nothing weird in it. It was just delicious.If food also had realms, while this was not at the level of a True Warrior, it was definitely at the level of a King of Arms. That was something that Harvey found surprising."Right, Harvey. I heard you become
"Oh, right," Geoffrey remembered something else. "While Harvey was the representative of the Country H Martial Arts Alliance, his identity isn't accepted by the seven families of Grand City. In other words, he has no support in Grand City at all. Even if everyone recognized that he is indeed your man of destiny, it's difficult for him to become mayor. Grand City is no longer the same city as it was a decade ago."Vaida frowned and said, "Getting Harvey to garner support in Grand City is not difficult. Find a way to make him the leader of the Belladonna Cult. Before making him the mayor, we can make him the cult leader first."That way, not only can we make it easier for Harvey, but we can also disgust the hell out of Dan. He's been obsessed with taking over the cult, right? Does he really think he can become mayor after becoming the leader of two of the seven families? He's dreaming!"Geoffrey was speechless. "Things aren't as easy as you think. If you simply give the cult to Harvey
"Not to mention, during the decade that the ex-mayor had disappeared, the entire Grand City had lost their respect toward him and the Belladonna Cult. Even you have become someone who only existed in the fringe. While Grand City looks like it didn't have a singular leader, the Hierophant's prophecy was guiding everything."That’s why we must be patient. On the one hand, we needed to make Harvey accept all of this. On the other hand, we have to rebuild a solid foundation as we advance. We will make the entirety of Grand City understand that the Belladonna Cult is still the same cult that rules over all! Only then can we obtain everything he has left for us."Then, Geoffrey cleared his throat. "Even I can wait for so long. I believe you'll be fine, correct?"Vaida gave it a thought, but she still hesitated. It was good for her that someone like Harvey, who fit the prophecy, appeared. But the problem was… This was supposed to be done slowly. Trouble was brewing underneath Grand City. H