“If this continues, it won’t just be an economic issue anymore. We might all end up behind bars one day,” someone said in a panic. “I just received news that the Wilder family has been raided.”“What?” The main family members were horrified. They did not expect Dustin to act so quickly. In just one day, he had brought down a prominent family in Hattan. The main Langley family had also been involved in shady dealings over the years. If those were exposed, few of them would escape unscathed. “At this point, what else can we do?” Conan felt helpless. “Let’s go, all of you, follow me to meet the branch family.” Following the address they had received, they arrived at a luxurious villa where Dustin and the others were staying. “Isn’t this Skyler’s villa?” The main family members were stunned.“It’s no wonder they could drive Skyler’s luxurious car to the Langley family villa. We should have realized it earlier…” Darren said and sighed. When they looked back, many details had h
“My Liege, we didn’t find any foster daughter or woman whose surname is Fox in the Hanks family in Hattan.” A few days later, Drake finally reported to Dustin, which made Dustin feel a bit disappointed. “Continue with the investigation! If you can’t find her in the Hanks family, go on with the second and third intel until you find out about all the Hanks families!” he said seriously. “Yes.” Drake bowed. “We found that the day before Wilhem, the head of the black market in the North Border branch, passed away, he met someone from the Mabry family in Hattan. That person was the son of the Mabry family…”Dustin frowned.The Mabry family in Hattan… … Euphoria Lounge, located in the bustling heart of Hattan, was the biggest and most upscale bar and dance club in the city. At 8 p.m., Dustin arrived alone. He walked straight into the bar and sat at the counter. “Give me the strongest drink you have,” Dustin said indifferently. The bartender raised his eyebrows before he smil
Even the boss of Majestic Hotel had to submit to Dustin. He was indeed mysterious and terrifying. None of her classmates at the reunion knew Dustin’s real identity, but all of them felt that he was extraordinary. He must be someone that ordinary people like them could not even think of knowing. The reunion had completely changed Devina’s opinion of Dustin. She no longer dared to look down on him. The shadowy boss of Majestic Hotel drove a luxury car that was worth millions of dollars. This was someone she could only deeply admire from afar. Devina never expected to run into Dustin here. Besides, she noticed that something seemed wrong with Dustin. He did not look like he was in a good mood. “Dustin, did you come alone? Why are you here drinking by yourself? Where’s Shawna? Is she here too?” Devina asked. Dustin did not answer, and he looked tipsy.Through the corner of his eyes, he saw the bartender slip a white pill into her fruit cocktail.Devina was completely unaw
“You’re still acting tough?” Devina glared at the bartender. She was furious that he had the nerve to talk back to Dustin without even a hint of fear. He was just a mere bartender. If he knew who he was messing with, he would probably wet himself on the spot. “Yes, I spiked the drink! So?” The bartender smirked and met Devina’s gaze without a shred of fear. “Miss Devina, you’re a regular here. You think I don’t know what kind of person you are?” He raised his eyebrows at her. “Aren’t you just trying to land yourself a rich guy? I’m doing you a favor.” Devina’s face darkened. Yes, she wanted money, but she had her own standards. She refused to be set up like this. She was not looking to be some rich man’s disposable mistress. Instead, she wanted to marry into wealth. “Shut up! Don’t insult me like that!” she snapped at the bartender furiously. The bartender let out a cold chuckle. “Do you even know who told me to spike your drink?” he asked. “Who?” Devin
The bartender and Brad froze for a second before they burst into laughter. “What are you laughing at? It’s the truth!” Devina insisted. “Pfft… Majestic Hotel’s owner? Hahaha!” Their laughter grew louder. They naturally assumed Devina was bluffing. Dustin looked no different from the other washed-up nobodies who frequented this place. How could he be the owner of Majestic Hotel? The owner of Majestic Hotel could practically rule over Lannopolis. There was no way this young loser was the owner of Majestic Hotel. What a joke! “Devina, at least make your lies believable.” Mr. Henson finally stopped laughing. “I’ve had the honor of seeing the owner of Majestic Hotel before. He’s a middle-aged man with a commanding presence. You’re telling me this kid is the owner?” “The man you saw is just the face of the hotel, and he answers to Dustin. Dustin is the real boss behind the scenes!” Devina shot back. The bartender and Brad laughed even harder. She was just rambl
“You little punk, you’ve got a death wish, huh?” the bartender bared his teeth and shouted while clutching his head in pain. “Do you even know what kind of place Euphoria Lounge is? How dare you barge in here and cause trouble like this? You’ve got no idea who you’re messing with! “You even dared to hit Mr. Henson! You’re done for! It won’t be long before you regret this!” Dustin watched the bartender’s outburst with an amused smile. It was interesting to Dustin. He was just a mere bartender, but he acted so aggressive and cocky. It was one thing for them to be involved in shady business, but to get exposed and then turn even more vicious without a shred of fear? It seemed Euphoria Lounge was quite a ruthless place… “Arghhh… ahh!!!” The stout Brad was still sprawled on the floor and wailing like a slaughtered pig. His agonized screams were grating on the ears. “Shut up! You’re getting on my nerves,” Dustin snapped and frowned. “You b*stard! You’re going to pay f
The scene left a few people gasping in shock. At that moment, seven attackers from the back had already reached Dustin. They threw punches, kicks, and elbowed him to try to incapacitate him. An average person would not stand a chance against the barrage. There was no way to dodge so many attacks at once. Yet, Dustin’s eyes gleamed. Instead of retreating, his hands shot out with astonishing speed and strength. He effortlessly blocked each strike from the seven attackers. … His movements were unnervingly fast. With nothing but his bare hands, he neutralized all seven attackers’ blows. Then, his fists lashed out in all directions. “Argh…” “Ugh…” Pained screams filled the air as the seven men were sent flying and crashed in all directions. “Holy sh*t!” Several men in the crowd gaped in disbelief. Some of the women covered their mouths as their eyes widened. One man against so many… Dustin had not even left his spot. Meanwhile, all eight men were sprawled
As soon as the bartender made a call, the entire Euphoria Lounge sprang into action. Wave after wave of men surged toward the bar. Each looked more menacing than the last. The other patrons had already backed away to keep their distance. No one dared to get too close. Yet not a single person left the place. They were all waiting to watch the show. After all, it was the first time anything this dramatic had happened at Euphoria Lounge. This was the first time someone had dared to openly challenge the Mabry family in Hattan. “That guy’s the one causing trouble at the lounge?” In no time, more than thirty men had gathered around the counter. They formed a tight circle around Dustin. The sheer pressure of their cold and piercing stares would have made an ordinary man’s legs turn to jelly. “Dustin, maybe we should leave for now?” Devina was intimidated by the big group. She knew Dustin was strong, but taking on so many people alone was an entirely different story. No
The Riverine had seven floors, each with a unique and elegant design. As you went higher, the view of the river became even more beautiful, and the rooms grew more luxurious. Anyone who could go to the Riverine was either rich or important. Just being there showed status and was a way to flaunt one’s position. However, Evan and Yvonne did not hold a high position in the Yeager family. They could only dine in the dining area on the first floor. Even Zack could only go up to the third floor. The important figures from the three newly rising noble families in Hattan could only go up to the fourth floor. Only someone like Nico, who came from a powerful family and held a key role, could go up to the fifth floor. “We actually have the chance to go up to the fifth floor of the Riverine! This is a once-in-a-lifetime experience! What a great honor! We owe it all to Mr. Zabel.” Evan and Yvonne grinned from ear to ear. They kept complimenting Nico and tried to flatter him constantl
“Hello, Mr. Zabel,” Patricia said with a forced smile. Her voice sounded a bit awkward. Inside, she felt uncomfortable but did not want to upset someone from such a powerful family. “Sorry for keeping everyone waiting,” Nico said with a big smile. He was clearly happy with Patricia. “By the way, why are you all on the first floor? It’s so crowded and noisy here.” “Oh, don’t flatter us,” Yvonne said. “You know, the Riverine is the top restaurant in Hattan. It has seven floors, and the higher you go, the fancier it gets. But you need money and a certain status to go higher. “With our status, we can only eat on the first floor. We can’t go any higher.” “Is that so? I’ve heard a little about it,” Nico said. “On the second floor, only high-ranking people are allowed. The third, fourth, and fifth floors are for people from Hattan’s top families.” “I’ll ask someone to see how high I can go.” Nico called the manager over. “You’re the heir from the Zabel family of Hattan?
Faced with their aggressive questioning and yelling, Dustin stayed calm and did not seem bothered at all. “It doesn’t matter if you agree or not. What matters is whether Patricia is willing,” he said with a smile. “As long as she agrees, no one can stop us from being together!” The others all thought highly of themselves and believed their opinions were the truth. But Dustin did not feel the need to argue. If that was their mindset, he might as well go along with it. However, his calm response only made them angrier. Evan’s eyes widened in anger as he yelled, “You’re shameless!” Yvonne, dressed in expensive jewelry, agreed with Evan. She said disdainfully, “You should look at yourself in the mirror. You want to marry Patricia? Do you think you’re worthy? “A broke guy like you could never afford to come to the Riverine. How could you give her a good life? We’re just looking out for her happiness!” she added with an entitled look. “Don’t think just because you got picked
After leaving the hotel, Patricia wanted to go straight back to Mayhill. Things were going well there, and she wanted to stay there 24/7 in case something went wrong. But she got a phone call that changed her mind. “My uncle invited us to dinner at the Riverine,” Patricia told Dustin over the phone. “We haven’t had a proper meal with them since we got back.” Dustin did not say much and just went along with her. The Riverine was a fancy restaurant by the river in Hattan. It was known as one of the most elegant and luxurious places in the city. The seven-story building stood tall by the water. It looked like a grand old pagoda. Every floor was beautifully decorated and gave off a classic and sophisticated feel. By the time Patricia and Dustin arrived, Evan and Yvonne were already waiting in the dining area. When they saw Patricia, they greeted her with warm smiles. Patricia looked puzzled and asked, “Uncle Evan, Aunt Yvonne, why pick such an expensive place for dinner?”
After speaking, Dustin looked at Curtis. His eyes were intense and confident, as if he already understood everything. Curtis was taken aback, then quickly composed himself. He was filled with uncontrollable joy. “Thank you for your trust! On behalf of the whole Swansong Group, I swear to serve you with my life. We will do everything to follow your orders!” Curtis’s voice trembled in excitement. At this moment, Curtis felt both awe and gratitude. It was truly a huge honor to receive the mysterious and powerful master of Star Tower’s trust and be given such an important responsibility! He also knew that this was a once-in-a-lifetime chance. If he helped Dustin succeed, the Swansong Group would experience huge growth and success. Thinking of this, he silently vowed to give his best and not let Dustin down. When the rest of the Swansong Group heard this, they would feel just as excited as he did. After all, Dustin’s words carried great weight. In this competitive and power-driven w
Dustin returned to Mayhill Pig Farm. He walked up the mountain with an umbrella. From a distance, he saw several people waiting at the entrance. “Mr. Fox, you’re here!” When they saw Dustin, the middle-aged man in front immediately tensed up and ran over. He did not care about the rain or getting covered in mud. “Curtis Zeller, the general manager of the Swansong Group, reporting to Mr. Fox.” Curtis stopped before Dustin and bowed to him respectfully. The others behind him also ran over and bowed to Dustin. The Yeager family members did not see this. If they had, they would have been shocked. They thought Dustin had just gotten lucky and won the favor of someone from the Swansong Group. They had no idea that the famous company in Grayvale was just a tool Dustin used. Dustin nodded, and only then did the Swansong Group people straighten up. “Mr. Fox, please come in,” Curtis said with a smile. He did not dare to stand up straight before Dustin and always kept his head
In the past, Dustin could only stand beside Patricia since he was not even offered a seat. After a few minutes, Dustin finally put his phone down. “What can I do for you?” Dustin asked despite knowing why they had come here. “Dustin, you’re impressive! I don’t know how you earned the Swansong Group’s approval. They value you so much… even more than us,” Zack said with a smile. “We underestimated you.” “Well, now you should see me differently,” Dustin said with a smile. “I do see you differently now,” Zack said with a meaningful look. Dustin just smiled and did not respond. “I’ll cut to the chase. Since the Swansong Group only wants you, you’re the only one who can handle this project. I’ll give you back all the authority. Go sign the contract with them,” Zack said seriously. But Dustin shook his head. “What do you want? Just say it,” Zack said straightforwardly. “I brought this great project to the Yeager family, but I got no credit and lost all my rights. Honestly,
Bam! In the Yeager family villa’s living room, Zack angrily threw a teacup on the floor and shattered it. Alex, who was kneeling, flinched in fear. “Did Dustin really say that?” Zack asked Alex darkly. “Absolutely!” Alex quickly said. “Grandpa, I sincerely asked Dustin to come back. I even apologized to him, but he completely ignored it. He cursed us and said that even if you went to ask him personally, he’d still have to think about whether or not to come back.” Alex’s exaggerated words made the Yeager family members angry. “He’s gone too far this time! Just because of a little luck, he thinks he’s all that! Hmph! What an ungrateful person!” “He is just someone with no family or status! How dare he act so arrogant with us! He’s ungrateful!” “A clueless person like him should just disappear!” Everyone shouted angrily. After all the shouting, everyone went quiet. What could they do? The success of the 1-billion-dollar project was at stake. What could they really do t
“Are you serious?” Patricia’s eyes widened in surprise. She could hardly believe it. Dustin was right. The Yeager family did send someone to take him back. Of all the people, Alex, who hated them the most, had to swallow his pride and come in person. What was going on? Patricia was shocked but also a little flattered. She glanced at Dustin, who was still focused on his game. Had he really seen this coming? ‘There’s no way the elders would ever lower themselves to ask Dustin to come back. Something must have happened,’ she thought. Being quick-witted, she quickly sensed that there was more to the story. “Come in.” She let Alex step inside. Alex looked at Dustin, but Dustin kept playing his game without even glancing at him. It was obvious he was ignoring him. Alex was furious, but no matter how much he hated this, he had to hold it in. “Dustin, Grandpa wants me to tell you that you’re getting the project back. He wants you to go to Mayhill and sign the contract ri