Queenie had arrived in Salt City but hadn't completed her mission. Since turning back wasn't an option, the Oberdeens wouldn't let her off easily.Sylvester suggested, "How about I call Seraphine and ask her to warn the Oberdeens in the name of the Montgomerys?"He believed it was the best approach without direct confrontation."Don't do that," Connor said. "We shouldn't trouble Seraphine with such matters. Whether the Oberdeens listen or not is another matter. We want them to know it's not the Montgomerys they shouldn't mess with but the Williams!"Connor believed that there was nothing to fear as long as the three of them stuck together. They didn't require assistance from the Montgomerys or Eric, and the Oberdeens didn't intimidate them either.-After dinner, Eric and Sylvia returned home. Eric had a busy schedule the next day, with a second treatment session at a patient's house followed by work at the Innova Group.Since the duel between holistic and modern medicine in Sal
The hospital accommodated numerous patients, being the largest in Salt City.Kirk intentionally guided Eric to the cancer patients' wards, fully aware of his ability to assist them.With a sigh, Kirk conveyed, "Salt City has relatively few cancer patients compared to other places, and many arrive at an advanced stage. Despite advancements in chemotherapy, the mortality rate remains high. Though there are targeted drugs, they're often unaffordable for ordinary families."Gesturing toward a specific ward, he continued solemnly. "One patient left a lasting impression on me. It's a teenager from the countryside. Despite the availability of medical treatment, his family is struggling financially. The mother cares for him in the hospital, while the father takes temporary jobs in Salt City to support them."Hol. Johnson, what if they had no funds? Would they take the child home? Chemotherapy is arduous, but the child is resilient. Hospitals save lives, yet witnessing families and individu
Eric was not required to attend to patients staying in exclusive wards.Once Kirk had selected several patients, Eric promptly initiated the treatments.-Time passed, and it was noon."Hol. Johnson, you're truly amazing!" Kirk exclaimed. "We conducted examinations on the patient you initially treated, and their conditions have shown great improvement. We've marked the patients you specified, and the nurses will follow your instructions for care."Eric nodded. "Just now, Ms. Williams also mentioned wanting to cooperate with your hospital to establish a medical assistant station specifically for treating patients with severe illnesses from financially challenged families. The Innova Group will provide the funds. What do you think, Dr. Gray?""That's a wonderful idea!" Kirk expressed his joy. Not only did this approach benefit financially, but it also enhanced the hospital's reputation, essentially serving as valuable advertising.In fact, the Innova Group had been involved in man
Kirk specifically arranged for the cafeteria to prepare a feast table.During the meal, he and Eric continued discussing medical issues.After their medical discussion, the conversation shifted back to the assistance station, focusing on some detailed issues.Once the meal concluded, Sylvia intended to take a nap at Elly's place since they were heading to the Innova Group in the afternoon.Elly had been running her nail salon for almost two years. The business wasn't booming, but it was sufficient to make ends meet. Additionally, the salon was conveniently located near the Innova Group, so Sylvia had informed Innova employees with makeup and nail needs to visit Elly's salon.In fact, Elly wasn't aiming for a thriving business. With some savings and Andy supporting various household expenses, she and her children didn't spend much money. She still used the car she bought after divorcing Craig. Although Andy suggested purchasing a new car for her, she deemed it unnecessary and persu
"Sylvester, stop being such a hypocrite." Sylvia glanced at Sylvester. "If you really feel sympathetic for Eric, just pay up."Let me tell you, Eric's service isn't cheap. After all, there are very few holistic physicians with his medical skills in the whole country."Let me tally it up later. The price of his service for one employee is 30,000 dollars. Once I've calculated it, I'll hand it over to you. You can instruct the finance department to transfer the money to my account."Sylvester was stunned. "Sylvia, are you serious? The price for one employee is 30,000 dollars?"Bewildered, he regretted his earlier words.Sylvia smirked and said, "Yes, I'm serious. If Eric wants to, he can charge a lot more. If he opens a clinic in King City, believe it or not, people will crowd into his clinic regardless of the fees he charges.""Alright, alright!" Sylvester said. He also knew Eric's capabilities. King City's wealthy families could certainly afford his service.After a while, Eric b
Therefore, there was no doubt that Eric would forgive Sylvia. In the past, he led a life worse than a dog's until everything turned around after connecting with Sylvia.Eric always believed that Sylvia brought him good luck.-The Williams gathered happily in the evening and enjoyed a wonderful dinner together. Afterward, Connor and Queenie went for a walk in the garden.Queenie smiled and said, "Your family is really nice. Although you have many siblings, you all are very close to each other, unlike my family."Connor felt uncomfortable hearing that. In his view, a family should live harmoniously. Henry had three sons and a daughter. While Connor and Brook were not interested in business matters, Sylvester and Sylvia were more adept.Sylvia was the sole daughter of several generations of Williams, and everyone in the family pampered her. When she wanted to take control of Williams Corp., Sylvester willingly gave up his position, and the rest also supported this decision.In C
Brook took several steps back, shaking his numb fist. "Well, well, it turns out you have a few bodyguards protecting you!"Ivan smiled faintly. "Although you're one of the top wealthy families here, you still can't make it in King City. I'm here tonight to take Coulson and Queenie with me. Any objection?"Before anyone could speak, Coulson quickly hugged Amelia and said, "Grandma, I don't want to go back with Uncle Ivan. They will bully me, not give me toys to play with, and sometimes won't even let me eat."Amelia's heart melted, and she felt distressed. She held Coulson tightly and said, "Alright! Don't worry. I won't let them take you away."Ivan took out a cigarette, lit it, and waved his hand. "Take Coulson away and search the residence for Queenie.""Yes, sir!" said the four men behind him.They clearly did not take the Williams seriously.In Ivan's eyes, the Williams were nothing compared to his family in King City, and no one could stop him from taking Queenie and Coulso
Ivan came and left quickly.Observing Ivan's bodyguards crawling away from their house, Connor sneered. "They're just a third-tier wealthy family in King City, yet they are so arrogant. If they become a second-tier or even a major family, won't they become even more arrogant?"It was true that Ivan was arrogant and had underestimated the Williams. He had been under the impression he could take back Queenie and Coulson with only four bodyguards."But you shouldn't underestimate them," Queenie said worriedly. "I'm very well aware of what they're capable of once they're in a desperate situation. They're the ones who orchestrated the showdown between holistic and modern medicine."The reason is simple. My family specializes in the production of modern medicine, and they aim to take over the remaining market share of holistic medicine. Big families like them are often ruthless and willing to do anything for their own interests!"She understood her family's capabilities more than anyone
In terms of innate talent, Eric was unparalleled, having reached the pinnacle of martial arts. With a single punch, he sent the 'God' flying."Good!" Stealthbane shouted with excitement.The ultimate enemy had finally been defeated, bringing peace to the world. Eric sighed in relief.However, in the next moment, the 'God' stood up again. Spitting out a mouthful of blood, he revealed a bloodthirsty smile. "You have successfully enraged me!"Everyone braced for a potential massacre, but instead, the enemy turned and fled.Could Eric let him escape?"Chase him!" Stealthbane commanded.Allowing this foe to escape would spell endless trouble.A group of people pursued the enemy, who soon reappeared clad in iron armor."Not seen this before, have you?" The 'God' seemed to have recovered somewhat. "Did you think I only research viruses? Wrong! I control global resources and global wealth!"This is our newly developed Doomforge Exosuit which amplifies a person's battle prowess tenfol
The sturdy floor lay in utter disarray.In desperation, Ruth shouted, "Eric, don't give him any more chances! Finish him off swiftly, or we'll face endless trouble!"Eric was well aware of this logic. As he fought, he said, "He's incredibly strong. Taking him down quickly isn't possible! We must fight to the death!"Eric had never feared battle. Besides, this might very well be his final fight.Their fists clashed fiercely.The 'God' also noticed that Eric was growing more formidable as the battle progressed."How do you have so much strength? Wouldn't it be better if we joined forces to control the world? We could have anything we desire!"All the world's wealth, women, and resources would be ours to enjoy. Why won't you listen to reason?" he roared.Eric's momentum didn't falter. "I don't share your grand ambitions. I just want a simple life with a job that pays 1,000 dollars a month and a warm home with my wife and kids. But you, you've disturbed my peace!"The 'God' was fu
The 'God' grew more courageous as the battle raged on, causing Stealthbane to worry incessantly.In another high-stakes clash, Eric and his opponent both retreated. Eric sensed his opponent's growing strength, finding it rather peculiar.The 'God' clenched his fist. "I must thank you! My techniques were slightly incomplete, but I've managed to fill the gaps through this battle!"Eric marveled at his opponent's genius. To mend something incomplete was indeed a rare talent.Despite Eric training with the complete manual, he could only match the 'God' blow for blow. This person was terrifying!The opponent's confidence soared. Although Eric had trained with the full manual, the 'God' felt his innate talent far surpassed Eric's. If he could match Eric with an incomplete manual, now that he had perfected it, wouldn't he be unbeatable?"I thought you had potential and considered inviting you to share this world with me," the 'God' said, his tone turning icy. "But now, I see it's unnece
Stealthbane even felt that Eric might not be a match for the "God."The power was overwhelming.The terrifying aura was enough to crush everything. To an ordinary person, this was a real deity—the strength possessed had already transcended human limits.Eric made his move with a burst of speed. The clash of their fists created a thunderous explosion, and the sound was so intense that Stealthbane felt his eardrums might shatter.This was a battle of the highest caliber, one that even a legend like Stealthbane could not hope to join.Seeing the two evenly matched, Stealthbane sighed in relief. At least there was a chance that the strongest combatants were neutralizing each other. The outcome was still uncertain.Eric shook his aching fist, his expression grave. The opponent's strength was as he had anticipated. If the ultimate boss of the Luminous did not possess such combat power, it would be absurd.Clearly, this "God" had also gauged Eric's strength.He extended a hand toward
Stealthbane knew that the figure facing them must be the ultimate leader of the Luminous.Suddenly, he no longer wanted to die. If he could hold on just a little longer, it would all be over."Mr. Johnson, these people don't seem ordinary. Could that leader be the ultimate figure of the Luminous? Are we about to complete the game?" he whispered.To him, this mission to the Ark felt like a game: defeat the final boss, and victory is achieved."If I'm not mistaken, it should be. This person gives me... a sense of danger," Eric said.Upon hearing this, Stealthbane felt reassured.Just a sense? That meant the problem wasn't too grave!The leader on the opposite side turned to Eric. "I didn't expect you to make it this far. I underestimated your strength, believing my Ark was impregnable, that no enemy could breach it. But why are you so persistent? Why such determination?"He suddenly screamed in a fit of hysteria, "I have so many people! Such a grand scheme! It has all succeeded!
Brent shouted desperately, "After you get on your knees, they'll kill you all, and we won't survive either! Kill them! Kill them all!"He understood the situation with stark clarity. Kneeling meant certain death. If they had to die anyway, fighting back would be their only chance of survival.Eric sighed. "Mr. Rogers, in the end, it was we who implicated you. But this place must be eradicated, and the Luminous must be destroyed as well! Everyone, attack!"As the battle commenced, the masked man immediately struck Brent with a punch.Eric charged in. "Die!"He knew that Brent was unlikely to survive. This punch was his way of avenging Brent.The masked man spun around, trying to block Eric's punch. But the speed of the blow was too much—the gust of wind from the punch arrived before the fist did.It was an instant kill.The masked man had no time to react before Eric's punch collided with his chest. The terrifying force shattered the mask on the man's face, revealing an unfamili
Stealthbane was blinded by rage. He was killing anyone in sight, his fury unrelenting. They had ventured deep into enemy territory, where every encounter seemed to be with an adversary.Eric and his team from the Combat Department showed no mercy.Yet even Stealthbane's resolve was wearing thin."I can't kill them all! It feels like every master in the world is concentrated here!" he shouted in frustration.He felt the number of people he had brought was insufficient. If he had brought a few thousand more, he might have been able to overrun the place.Stealthbane was overwhelmed by the sheer horror of their situation. Fortunately, they had arrived. If anyone else had come, they would have met their end here.The numbers of the masters seemed endless."Damn it!" Stealthbane cursed angrily. "There are too many of them, and they're all exceptionally powerful. What kind of game is this?"He was tempted to retreat, but where could he go?Eric sent an enemy flying, pushing forward
"I was opposed to coming in from the start, but as you all know, the Rogers family is extremely complex. If we hadn't entered, I might have ended up dead. At least if the virus isn't a threat, that's something!" Brent poured himself a cup of coffee and continued. "These people are ruthless! They want to kill everyone outside the Ark and establish a new order, managed by a select few. It's insane!"You don't need to tell me—I know you're here to kill them."He then pulled a small token from his pocket. "This is our Rogers family's privilege here. It allows us to move freely between different levels. With this, you can go anywhere!"Stealthbane grabbed it eagerly. "Why didn't you mention this earlier? Things will go much smoother with this!"Brent sighed. "Once you've handled everything, could you take me out with you? I really don't want to stay in this dreadful place any longer.""Sure!" Eric nodded. "We'll definitely call you when we leave. For now, we're heading out."Brent e
Everything was ready, but they couldn't just walk in.Ruth instructed the Combat Department to conduct a three-day intensive training for everyone, focusing on coordinated combat.-After three days, the forces led by Stealthbane moved out, first dismantling the outer defenses of the Ark. This was their specialty!A large group of several hundred arrived in front of the Ark's entrance. At first glance, it resembled a mountain.Jack scratched his head and said, "Is this the gate? I don't see any door."The Holy Templar's people arrived as well. St. Pius said, "Everyone, don't rush. Wait for two minutes. Once the gate opens, we need to get in quickly. I have other plans inside, but once we're in, it's going to be a life-or-death battle! No one should show any mercy!"Stealthbane flexed his fists and replied, "Do I look like a good guy to you? Just watch me deal with them!"No sooner had he spoken than there was a tremendous roar. The ground shook, and the door of the Ark swung