Dustin had given them a three-day ultimatum to return the Fox family’s assets. Even though the deadline had passed, he had not yet pressed them because of other affairs he had to attend to. “If you want the Fox family’s assets back, why don’t you come and take it yourself? Oh, wait! You probably can’t!” Troy jeered with contempt. “Hmph! I still haven’t gotten over what happened last time!” Archie said angrily. His plans to marry Maisie had been ruined by Dustin. Dustin had also publicly humiliated him. The grudge had festered ever since, and he took this as the perfect opportunity to settle both old and new scores. The final person to step forward was Benjamin Dixon, the Dixon family’s patriarch. “Dustin, you injured my son. The Dixon family will never forgive this!” he shouted angrily. “Thank you, everyone!” The Riley family members were elated. They exchanged pleasantries with their newfound allies. Without Elijah’s influence, many of these families would have
“Dustin, let it go…” Shawna stepped out of the security booth and shook her head at Dustin. The alliance of the four families left her both shocked and helpless. With such an overwhelming alliance, even someone as formidable as Dustin was bound to suffer losses in a direct confrontation. She did not want Dustin to sacrifice anything more for something like Creative Arts Corporation. “It’s just a company, right? It’s not a big deal. I made Creative Arts Corporation once before, and I can always start another one,” she said with a forced smile. “This isn’t just about you anymore,” Dustin said with a faint smile before his gaze turned sharp. “Some people need to be punished.” Since arriving in Grayvale, Dustin believed he had kept a relatively low profile. Other than the incident where he had killed Arthur in front of everyone, he had been biding his time. But it was time to reveal his strength. “Ha! Still putting on an act? Let’s see how long that lasts!” M
Stephen strode briskly to the security booth. Then, he bowed to Dustin. “Greetings, Master Fox. I’m Stephen Humphrey, the director of the Grayvale Enforcement Bureau!” he said respectfully. This shocking scene left the four families, and even Shawna, utterly stunned. The idea that someone of Stephen’s stature would show such respect to Dustin was beyond belief. Although Shawna had witnessed Zion, the branch leader of the Martial League, bow before Dustin, she could accept this as well. But for the four families, it was a completely different matter. Their jaws dropped in disbelief. No one had ever heard of the last descendant of the Fox family being someone extraordinary. Why, then, was the director of the Grayvale Enforcement Bureau bowing to him? A growing sense of dread began to settle in their hearts. They realized that today’s situation might not get resolved as easily as they had assumed. Still, with the Wyatt family and the Lotus Sect backing them, th
The Governor of Honora, with authority over two provinces of Honora, could be considered the commander of the region. If not for the existence of the Williams family, he would undoubtedly be the most powerful figure in the West. Such a towering presence was someone the four families could not afford to offend. In fact, they were not even qualified to speak to him. That same esteemed individual bowed before Dustin and referred to himself as the Constellation of the Earthly Power. It was a subordinate title that left no room for doubt about their relationship. The members of the four families were stunned. One question echoed relentlessly in their minds: Who exactly was Dustin? Shawna was equally at a loss. As a small-time business owner, someone like the Governor of Honora was as distant and untouchable to her as the stars in the sky. She would not even dare to glance directly at a figure of his stature. Yet here he was bowing before Dustin right in front of her
“Xenos…” A collective gasp rippled through the crowd as chills ran down their spines. Many felt dizzy and overwhelmed by the weight of the name. The Xenos family was an ancient royalty! Even today, they remained one of the most powerful and enigmatic families in Lovellia. Their influence was woven into the nation’s very fabric! Such a proud, untouchable family had come to this remote place… What reason could possibly compel them to lower themselves like this? “The Turner family of Hattan Military Industries seeks an audience with Master Fox. I’m Bernard Turner, the Constellation of Earthly Warrior!” said another voice loudly. “The Turner family? Yet another colossal powerhouse!” The crowd had begun to grow numb from the sheer magnitude of what was happening. What was happening? “The Xerri family from Honora has come to seek an audience…” “The Zeller family from North Lunshire has come to seek an audience…” “The Gibson family from Tilford has come to seek an a
“They keep calling him the Master Fox. But who exactly is this ‘Master Fox’?” The members of the four families felt a mix of shock, fear, and confusion. Everyone claimed they had come to seek an audience with “Master Fox.” But what kind of power did this “Master Fox” truly hold? After all, unlike Hell Hall, which operated openly, Star Tower was shrouded in secrecy. Its exclusivity meant only those of the highest caliber had the chance to interact with it. “Master Fox… Could he be… the Master of that organization?” Benjamin’s face drained of all color as he suddenly recalled something. The Dixon family was the strongest among the four families present. Hence, Benjamin had access to some classified information. As he recalled fragments of rumors he had heard, a wave of dread swept over him. “What do you know, Mr. Benjamin? Tell us!” The other people’s gazes fixed on him. “I once overheard whispers of a top ranked organization, Star Tower!” Benjamin whispered. “Th
In a presidential suite of the most luxurious five-star hotel in Grayvale, Elijah lay on a bed with his arms wrapped around two beautiful women. He radiated confidence and was utterly pleased with himself. Suddenly, his phone rang. One of the ladies gently placed the phone next to his ear. “Mr. Elijah, the arrangements have been made by Miss Amara. Grayvale’s business magnates and heads of local factions are waiting for you,” came a voice from the line. “Let them wait,” Elijah replied nonchalantly. He held onto the two women with a sly smile playing on his lips. “So, this is the allure of power…” There was a time when Elijah was just a nobody and had scraped by in the slums. Years of climbing from the very bottom had only earned him the status of a petty gang leader. After enduring years of hardship, wealth and luxury felt intoxicating. With just a single command, he could summon scores of subordinates. His every step was accompanied by admiration and respect
Other factions were practically begging to be affiliated with the Wyatt family. What was Clayton thinking? Elijah was just about to lash out in anger when he was cut off. “The Finn family is withdrawing too. We will no longer serve the Wyatt family.” “The Dixon family as well. We refuse to be your subordinates.” Archie and Benjamin spoke one after another. Elijah froze. His face twisted as his anger surfaced, and his expression turned into a menacing grimace. He had sent the four families to unite and pressure Dustin, but three of them had returned to defy him instead? Rage surged in Elijah’s chest like an unstoppable wave. “Do you all... want to die?” he said with a chilling tone. He could not understand what had happened at Creative Arts Corporation. Why would the three of them suddenly betray him? “Elijah, keep your threats to yourself. We are not afraid of you,” Clayton said flatly. “Do you know that outside of this hotel, there is a battalion of
With a word, Dustin had banished the manager of Majestic Hotel. This made Shawna’s ex-classmates go quiet. This was the kind of influence only a very important person could have. It was the kind of thing that normal people could not even imagine. The ballroom was silent for a long while as no one dared to speak. After a long while, a man said hesitantly, “I found it strange. How could our amazing campus belle get just anyone as a boyfriend? Indeed, she found an exceptional person.” “Forget exceptional. He’s practically a god among men!” someone else said teasingly. “Shawna is truly an impeccable person and only an awe-inspiring one like Dustin can be her match. We’re hardly worthy of the same…” The guests all laughed and joked as they praised them. They were thinking of getting closer to Shawna in this way and getting some perks out of it. “Shawna, we were all fooled by Marco’s words just now. That’s why we said such awful things. We hope you can be gracious and forg
“We trusted you, but you tricked us! That’s infuriating! You made us seem so mean, too.” The surrounding guests all started laying in on Marco. They looked disdainful and no longer treated Marco like their respected class president. They all took turns to lecture him. They wanted to make it clear that they had nothing to do with Marco and were innocent in this matter. Dustin, Shawna’s “pig farmer” boyfriend, was someone that even the owner of Majestic Hotel had to treat with respect. How could any of them offend such a person? In the blink of an eye, Marco turned from an admired and respected person into someone his ex-classmates hated. The guests had done a full 180. It was like Marco had fallen from heaven right into the pits of hell. “Marco, I didn’t realize you had such a fragile ego. You tricked everyone here,” Devina said angrily. “I knew that Dustin was never that sort of person. I knew you were framing him from the start!” Dustin put on a mocking smile at that.
“Does Majestic Hotel sell Ronan wine?” Dustin asked as he held onto the wine glass. “We do. Our hotel has a stock of Ronan wine. A bottle sells for at least 100 thousand dollars. The most expensive bottle could be around 700 or 800 thousand dollars,” Tucker said immediately. “The expensive ones are priced that way because they’re vintage. The most valuable among them are priceless and are only very rarely brought out for special guests. Every time this happens, I must first give my approval.” Dustin smirked. “What a coincidence. My generous friend brought three of the hotel’s bottles of rare wine as a treat for this reunion.” Tucker’s face stiffened when he heard this. He turned around and glared at Cody. He asked, “Cody, what’s going on?” Cody was shaking all over. He looked scared. “Boss, I did not disobey your orders. These bottles of wine are not from our hotel cellars,” he said in fear. “Well, that’s strange.” Dustin smiled at Marco before looking at Cody agai
At that moment, everyone was taken aback, and their minds buzzed from the sudden realization. The ballroom was blanketed in silence as everyone froze. It took a long time for them to come back to themselves. Some of their mouths dropped wide open. They were unable to speak. Some of them were staring with eyes opened wide enough for their eyeballs to fall out. Some looked like idiots. Everyone was floored. What had they just witnessed? The owner of Majestic Hotel, an important person in his own right, came running after just one call from Dustin. Plus, he was being so respectful as he begged Dustin for forgiveness for his delay… What was going on? Was this simply some kind of hallucination? How could a pig farmer that none of them respected have such influence? In this short time, everyone was shocked to the core. Their hearts nearly stopped from the surprise. None of them were spared. They could not help but be taken aback. Even Devina, who had looked down on D
Everyone in the ballroom looked at Dustin in astonishment. Cody was the manager of Majestic Hotel and was giving Dustin a chance to back out of his claims. Yet, Dustin did not take it. Worse, he implied that Cody did not have the authority to call the shots. He even wanted to see the owner of Majestic Hotel. Who did Dustin think he was? He was only a low-class pig farmer. Did he have the right to meet such an important person? Dustin could no longer be called bold. He was nothing but a fool with an overinflated ego. “Hahaha… You have nothing to say to me?” Cody laughed in rage. “That’s the first time I’ve heard something like that. I wonder how important you are that I don’t have what it takes to talk to you.” “Mr. Siegal, don’t listen to him. He’s just a pig farmer,” someone said. “A pig farmer?” Cody’s face turned cold and frightening. “How dare a mere pig farmer come to Majestic Hotel and make such accusations? This isn’t somewhere you can cause trouble!” “Dust
“What did you say?” Marco was immediately incensed when he heard what Dustin said. Everyone looked at Dustin in shock. How could Dustin say that there was something wrong with the wine that cost 800 thousand dollars? That truly stunned a lot of people. “Are you saying that this wine is fake?” Marco’s gaze was forbidding, and his posture was interrogative. “It’s not fake wine or anything,” Dustin said. “If I’m not mistaken, this wine should be from a vineyard called Bijoux Vineyard in South Lovellia. Its retail price is 1,088 dollars per bottle. It’s quite a renowned wine in Lovellia.” “You’re saying this isn’t Ronan wine?” someone asked loudly. “It’s not.” Dustin shook his head. “It’s just wine from Bijoux Vineyard in Ronan wine bottles.” “Bullsh*t!” Marco roared with a dark face. “These are genuine bottles of Ronan wine. They cost more than 800 thousand dollars! Why would I fool my friends with local wine? You’re falsely accusing me, plain and simple! “Beside
Nearby, the guests let out a round of cheers. The reunion came to a climax. “The wine already costs 800 thousand dollars, and we’re having our reunion in Majestic Hotel, too! Marco must have spent at least a million dollars on this reunion! He’s so generous!” Devina said excitedly. She desperately wanted to throw herself at Marco. During the entire reunion, the only people who kept their cool had to be Dustin and Shawna. Since Marco had brought out the renowned Ronan wine, everyone wanted a taste of it. After all, it was a luxury they would never again have the chance to savor. Smiling, Marco went to each guest and poured them a glass of wine. He felt like he was floating when he got praise and thanks from them. Soon, a lot of people had their glasses full. They tasted the wine and enjoyed it. As they did, they praised and complimented him even more. They made it sound like the wine was the nectar of the gods. It did not even matter if they were discerning wine connoisse
“Let’s go, Dustin.” Shawna did not have the patience to stay put anymore. She called for Dustin and got ready to leave. “Forget it. Please forget what happened for my sake.” Marco played the mediator when he saw that Shawna was going to leave. “We’re all ex-classmates here, so we don’t need to make things so awkward. This man only said such things because he’s drunk. Shawna, please forgive him. However, you should also control your boyfriend. If he keeps attacking people, I won’t be able to protect him.” “Aw, don’t leave, Shawna. Stay and accompany me?” Devina went over and held onto Shawna and did not let her leave. Resigned, Shawna nodded. She sat back down. Dustin was quiet when he saw that. He went to sit beside Shawna. He could only follow her lead. Meanwhile, the man Dustin had pressed to the floor was quickly pulled away by a couple of people. Although some men still had ill intentions, especially after the first of them failed, no one dared to approach Shawna
Desmond’s hurried departure with Stephanie was nothing more than a quick distraction in the reunion. Not many people noticed it. After all, Marco was the most important person at this reunion. Thus, not many people focused on what was going on with Dustin. The guests were too busy trying to suck up to Marco, so they did not have time to bother with Shawna and Dustin for the time being. Although the men were all interested in Shawna, they were in public. Plus, Dustin was there as well. Thus, they could only put aside their desires for the moment. As such, the reunion went on. After a while, some people started to get drunk. When people got drunk, they got bolder. A man came over to Dustin and Shawna with a glass of wine. He was staggering. “Shawna, it’s been a long time. Why don’t we have a drink?” the man said loudly. Shawna frowned. She wanted to ignore this drunkard. “I don’t drink,” Shawna said coolly. “How can you say that? It’s so rare for us all to meet