After finishing the meal, Sylvia remarked, "The students are fine. Most of them only suffered superficial injuries. Fortunately, we arrived in time, so those few female students were not violated."Matteo chuckled. "Well done, Mrs. Johnson! You truly are a heroine among women! Come on, let's drink to a time of peace and prosperity!"Everyone raised their glasses. Just as they were enjoying themselves, Matteo's phone rang. After answering and listening for a moment, he stated, "Good! I understand. Don't take any action against them for now. Let's wait for further information."After hanging up, Matteo looked at Eric and Sylvia. "We managed to trace the origin of those internet trolls, and you may not believe it when I tell you. It's a media company affiliated with the Oberdeens.""The Oberdeens?" Eric was stunned."Queenie's family?" Sylvia asked.The Oberdeens should be aware of some of Eric's background, so why would they target him like this?"How could it be them?" Eric als
After an exhaustive investigation, the case had made significant progress."Based on our current evidence, this is a highly targeted conspiracy!" remarked Robert. "Their actions are causing a continuous decline in our credibility, which may ultimately lead to a loss of public trust!"More seriously, their actions could pose a huge crisis to our country's food security! This is not an exaggeration. We have reason to suspect that the individuals behind this are intentionally causing a reduction in our grain production."Eric had long made such deductions, but hearing it now still sent shivers down his spine."Food is the most important thing in this world, so issues regarding food security cannot be taken lightly," Eric said. "It's only been a few decades since we started eating our fill. Even now, we dare not say that every family in the country can afford pork for every meal. If there are major issues with food, it will lead to big trouble. Therefore, we must solve this problem as
Sylvia explained, "Williams Corp. has been developing for many years. It's one of the biggest companies in Salt City. If we aim to continue expanding it, we can't stay in Salt City forever."On the other hand, the Innova Group has just started to develop. During this period, there are many problems and matters that require our attention. The Innova Group is still expanding its business, and we're really busy."Amelia shook her head as she said, "You care so much about those orphans in Salt City. Why don't you care about your own child?"She just could not understand why her daughter liked kids so much, yet she refused to have one herself.Sylvia smiled and did not say anything more. She knew she could not argue about this issue with Amelia. There would be no result, no matter how much they argued.-The next morning, she and Eric visited the orphanage.-On Monday morning, they returned to work."Andy, how is the preparation going on in the laboratory?" Eric asked when he saw
In the afternoon, Amelia called to invite Eric and Sylvia back home for dinner. She knew that under normal circumstances, they would return to the Rosewood Estate, but preparing meals for both of them was not an easy task. Moreover, she had been urging them to have children, so having both of them return home for dinner seemed like a good idea.However, before the end of the working day, Irvin called Eric and asked him to come to the Sonnex residence to accompany Josh for a few drinks. From the call's content, Eric knew that something important was going on with Josh.-At the Sonnex residence.Josh was anxiously making a phone call. "Really, no information at all? Alright, thank you, Hamilton."Seeing this, Eric asked, "Big Bro, why is your father so anxious?"Sighing, Irvin replied, "He received news around three in the afternoon that one of his former subordinates was suddenly arrested. There is absolutely no information available!"He has deep relationships with all his form
Although retired for many years, Josh still paid close attention to various things, particularly local news in Salt City.After hearing Eric's words, he was somewhat angry. "How did he become so reckless? While we aren't lacking in food, enjoying three meals a day with abundant dishes, grains remain crucial! What a reckless fellow!"After venting, he felt relieved. Initially, he thought it might be a misunderstanding, but it now seemed to him that Hubert had done something unforgivable.In the end, Josh despised evil. Politicians of that generation were always like that. Despite not having much wealth, he had a strong backbone and never easily yielded to temptation.After dinner, Josh had a lengthy conversation with Eric. From Eric's words, Josh deduced some things. Eric's ability to sign arrest warrants swiftly indicated his elevated status."Remember my words," Josh emphasized. "The higher the position, the more challenging it is to rectify mistakes! Even if rectifiable, some wo
Early in the morning, around 5:00 a.m., Eric and Sylvia were abruptly awakened by an urgent phone call."Mom..." Sylvia was speechless. "Why are you calling so early? What's the matter?"She was someone who did not like to be disturbed in the early hours, and there was still an hour before their usual waking time.Amelia's anxious voice came from the other end. "Still sleeping? Hurry up and get up! Your sister-in-law is in labor! We're all heading to the hospital! Don't forget to wake up Eric!"Upon hearing that Misty was in labor, Sylvia immediately became awake. She nudged Eric and said, "Wake up! Misty is about to give birth! Mom said her abdomen started hurting!"Eric stretched lazily and said, "What's the rush? Labor pain lasts for several hours. Sometimes, it might even last for ten to even 24 hours.""Hurry up!" Sylvia pulled Eric out of bed. "Mom said you must come! Besides, Misty is your best friend's daughter! Are you not worried about her?"The couple got up, freshene
Irvin fervently wished for Misty to give birth to a boy."Are you genuinely hoping Misty's child is a boy?" Eric asked."Absolutely," Irvin affirmed.Eric understood and remarked, "In holistic medicine, there are indeed methods to influence gender. Alright. When Brook and Misty decide to have a second child, I'll inquire about their preference."Irvin nodded, then asked, "It's been quite some time. Why hasn't she come out yet? Could there be any complications?""Shut your mouth!" Elizabeth snapped, "There's nothing to worry about with Eric here!"Despite her reprimand, her eyes betrayed concern. Only those who had undergone such experiences understood the potential dangers. Despite advanced medical care, there were always risks and uncertainties. Elizabeth genuinely fretted for her daughter.Eric reassured them, "Don't worry. I checked on Misty two days ago, and she's doing well. There shouldn't be any issues."Elizabeth nodded understandingly.-Finally, at noon, Brook's chi
After finishing work, Andy hurriedly sought out Eric."Eric, drive to the basement first, and we'll leave from there! That woman is here again!"Eric was at a loss for words. Considering Andy's wealth and social standing, it was normal for him to attract a different kind of woman.Eric drove to the basement, picked up Andy, and left with Sylvia.When they reached Andy's place, Elly came down.Seeing Andy in Eric's car, she asked, "Andy, where's your car?"She knew that Andy had two cars. One was the Audi A6 he bought when the Innova Group was just established, and later, as the company grew, they provided him with a Mercedes. Originally, it came with a driver, but Andy insisted on driving the car himself, so he did not need a driver.Sylvia chuckled. "Elly, you need to be careful. Another woman is pursuing Andy.""What do you mean?" Elly asked.Saying that Elly did not feel a crisis was definitely untrue. By the time she married Andy, she was already over 30 years old with two
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