Byron's heart skipped a beat, and he stammered, "W-Wipe out their family? Mr. Lester, killing them is one thing, but taking down their entire family? That's not so simple!"After all, the Hampton family was one of the top-tier clans in Centropolis, with a complex web of connections and significant backing. Byron might not care about second or third-rate families, but if the Hampton family were pushed to the brink, who knows how desperately they would fight back? They might even try to bring Byron down with them!“If you don’t dare, then I’ll do it myself,” Frederick said expressionlessly.No matter what, Sawyer and his people had to die. They had crossed a line by threatening his family, and it had to be paid for in blood. He pulled out his phone to give Phoenix the order, but Byron suddenly stopped him. “Wait!”“There's no need to trouble you with such trivial matters, Mr. Lester. I can handle this myself!” Byron declared resolutely.Byron knew that to gain Frederick's favor,
Inside, a few people were having a great time singing. Byron quickly stepped forward to introduce them. "Mr. Gold! I've brought Mr. Lester, the man you've been wanting to meet!"A man with a short haircut, wearing a cross and a malachite ring, immediately put down his microphone and laughed heartily."Byron, you truly are my good friend! You said you’d do it, and you did! Mr. Lester, I've been eagerly awaiting this day!"The man stepped forward excitedly to shake Frederick’s hand."I've never been this anxious, not even when chasing women!" he said with a broad grin.Frederick’s mouth twitched in surprise. This man looked like a country bumpkin who had struck it rich, but his down-to-earth demeanor somehow made Frederick feel unexpectedly at ease."Mr. Lester, I’m Felix Gold. This is my wife, Wendy Reed, and my butler, Gus Olson," Felix introduced enthusiastically.Byron added, "Mr. Gold is a wealthy businessman from Aston. He owns half the shops in Centropolis, and has vast o
Upon hearing this, Wendy instantly glared at Frederick. "You're a quack doctor! Do you even have a medical license to boldly claim you can diagnose me?"Byron intervened awkwardly, "Mrs. Gold, I've personally witnessed Mr. Lester's medical skills. They're no less than those famous doctors in Centropolis!""I'm carrying the only flesh and blood of the Gold family. If anything happens to me or the child, neither of you will leave this place alive!" Wendy showed no mercy, and continued arrogantly, "I'll have to advise my husband not to associate with riffraff like you. It degrades his own status!"Her words made Felix's face alternate between red and pale with displeasure. "Wendy, don't be so rude. They are my guests! Besides, what's the harm in taking a pulse? Could he really mess that up?" Byron chimed in with a reassuring smile, "I guarantee it! If anything goes wrong with your pregnancy, I'll pay with my life!"Wendy rolled her eyes, extended her manicured hand, and said disdain
As soon as Frederick said those words, the atmosphere in the room instantly froze. The faces of everyone present turned dark and tense.Felix erupted in rage, and slapped Wendy across the face. "You wretch! If I'm really infertile, then how did you conceive?!"Wendy covered her face, and sobbed. "Felix, how could you believe the nonsense of a quack? Why would you suspect the people by your side? I've spent the best years of my youth with you!"Gus quickly interjected, "Yes, Master, you're often away on business, and Madam is alone at home. She's sacrificed so much for you. How could you doubt her?""And is this man even a real doctor? He can't even produce a medical license!" Gus added skeptically.Felix hesitated, seemingly torn between belief and disbelief.With tears streaming down her face, Wendy continued, "Fine, you hit me for a scammer you just met a few minutes ago! I see how it is. I'm going to the hospital to terminate this pregnancy. Consider it a bastard child!"Feli
This unexpected statement abruptly suppressed Felix's raging anger. Curious, he asked, "A birthmark? What are you talking about?" "The birthmark on the buttocks of the child in your wife's womb," Frederick said casually.Everyone was shocked."Mr. Lester, y-you can see the birthmark on an unborn child with your naked eye?!" Byron exclaimed,Wasn't that beyond human limits?Gus suddenly became agitated, and said sternly, "You're still spouting nonsense here to gain attention? Go, finish them off!"In an instant, more than a dozen special forces bodyguards rushed forward, aiming to attack them."No! Don't kill me! Spare me, Felix!" Byron's expression was fearful, and his face was drained of color.In the blink of an eye, all the attackers wailed in pain, flying in all directions."I don't like fighting, but it doesn't mean I can't fight," Frederick said calmly.He simply stretched out his hands slightly, and released a terrifying pressure.Byron breathed a sigh of relief, wip
Witnessing this dramatic scene, everyone was left speechless and stunned.Byron felt his heart almost jump out of his chest.Damn! This was more thrilling than a movie!Indeed, art imitated life, but reality always surpassed art!Felix was furious to the point of exploding. "Scoundrels! Throw them into the river!"His men effortlessly carried Gus away despite the latter’s protests, and silenced him with a slap that shattered his teeth. Then, they proceeded to mutilate him, breaking his limbs and even cutting off his tongue. The once formidable Gus was instantly reduced to a helpless wreck.Wendy was now truly frightened. She crawled desperately to Felix's feet, crying pitifully, "Felix, I was just confused! I still love you! Can't we talk this over? It was all Gus's fault! He violated me!"This seemingly affectionate couple was now faced with a terrifying ordeal.Felix's eyes blazed with rage. With a sudden, forceful motion, he threw her to the ground. "You damn bitch! Is it
"Mr. Gold, what's going on?" Frederick couldn't help but ask when he saw Felix raging.Felix's face was grim. "One of the livestreamers we've been long cooperating with suddenly backed out and went to promote for our competitor. This not only wastes the upfront promotional costs, but also will cast a negative shadow on our company. The estimated loss is probably in the tens of millions!"Money didn't grow on trees for anyone. Even though Felix was extremely wealthy, losing tens of millions was never good news."Go! Get a lawyer! I'll bankrupt that livestreamer!" Felix fumed with rage.Byron couldn't help but advise, "Felix, isn't that livestreamer one of the top anchors in Aston? They have millions of followers. It could become a huge headache for you if they decide to turn against you and mobilize their fans! Besides, lawsuits are complicated and involve greasing a lot of palms. They're time-consuming, costly, and draining. By the time it's over, who knows how long it'll take!"S
"Also, I can advance 30% of the deposit to you first. We can sign a collaboration for up to ten years. I just want your company's exclusive representation and priority cooperation rights," Felix said convincingly.However, Frederick shook his head with a smile. "Is it too little?" Felix suddenly felt embarrassed. Upon careful consideration, he realized he had been a bit stingy.Although Frederick's company was just starting out in the livestreaming industry, with its current momentum, it was destined to become a giant in e-commerce in the future.Yet here Felix was, trying to secure a ten-year exclusivity deal based on the conditions they had made with a ten-million-fan livestreamer.Frederick would be a fool to agree."If you think it's too little, we can continue negotiating, Mr. Lester. We can temporarily offer you 1.5 million for the pit fee, and double it later!" Felix said earnestly. It was their first collaboration, after all, and he had some reservations.But Frederic
Heston was still scoffing when he received a call from Giovanni.He was taken aback, and he nervously glanced at Frederick. 'No way…'The moment he picked up the phone, he got a torrent of scolding.Meanwhile, a bloody power struggle was underway in the Imperial Capital.After the Conservatives took down Woody, their ambition surged. They now aimed to dismantle the entire Radicals faction. Though the Radicals had already compromised in the Woody affair, they were taken aback by the Conservatives' greed and refused to back down any further.A fierce conflict broke out between the two sides, quickly escalating into open warfare. The entire Imperial Capital was placed under lockdown, with martial law in effect. Gunfire and smoke filled the air as both sides clashed, and the violence soon spread across Drakonia. Armies from all regions were mobilized, and a war was about to erupt. At this critical moment, the First Elder woke up.Years ago, after deposing the Dark Monarch of
Senspiras, located in the southeast of Drakonia, was also a neighboring country of Drakonia. It also has the largest population of overseas Drakonians. Many of the wealthy families in Senspiras migrated from Drakonia within the past century or two. The current richest man in Senspiras was one such example."Is Mr. Stone your father?" Frederick raised an eyebrow and asked."Looks like you've got some sense! Name your price!" Heston smirked, and pulled out a checkbook.Frederick's expression darkened."Your dad's assets are not even enough to wipe my shoes. Who do you think you are, pretending to be a big shot? Get lost!"Frederick quickly realized that Heston was just a spoiled brat who would throw money around bullying people. Since he wasn't much of a real threat, Frederick wasn't bothered by dealing with him. Upon hearing Frederick's words, Heston was stunned. "Are you out of your mind? My dad is the richest man in Senspiras! How dare you belittle him?" “So what? Your enti
Sylvia had so many questions. She wanted to know what Frederick had been doing to provoke such dangerous enemies. She wanted to know if Frederick had really killed a hundred people. She wanted to understand how her son had gained such abilities. And most of all, she wondered if Frederick had been living this kind of disturbing life all these years."Mom, we'll talk about it when we get home," Frederick said, gently lifting Sylvia and leaving the company.On the way, Frederick lightly tapped on Sylvia's head, and she quickly fell unconscious. He had used a special method to erase part of her memory.When they arrived home, Sylvia slowly woke up."Fred! Why are you suddenly home?" Sylvia exclaimed in surprise when she saw Frederick."I'm about to go on a long trip, so I came to visit. Why are you sleeping on the couch instead of in your room?" Frederick smiled.Sylvia sat up from the couch, feeling a bit stiff and sore."I was talking to your sister on the phone. How did I
"Yes, it was me. If no one managed to escape, the entire Steinfields family—except for children under sixteen and elders over seventy—should be dead by now," Frederick said with a smirk.If he didn't deter the Steinfields with a show of force, others might try the same methods against him in the future.Hearing this, Kaizer's face went blank and terror filled his eyes. At that moment, Frederick's phone rang. It was Melanie calling. Frederick answered, and put the call on speaker. "How did it go? Tell me, so Kaizer here can hear," Frederick said."There were a hundred and seventy-three Steinfields. Fifty-two were children and elders. The remaining hundred have all been executed!" Melanie reported. Kaizer spat out a mouthful of blood in shock. "No way! We're the Steinfields! The Steinfields of Imperial Capital! How could this happen?"In a panic, Kaizer fumbled with his phone, trying to call his family. However, every call he made went unanswered."You'll find out for sure onc
"Let her go!"A sharp voice rang out.Kaizer instinctively turned around, and he was stunned by Nella's beauty. He couldn't believe someone like her existed."Nella, why did you come down?" Jasmine called out, her eyes widened in panic. She had specifically told them not to come down.Nella trembled in fear. "Ms. Smith, we were worried about you!"Though she was terrified, she still stepped forward. She couldn't just stand by and watch Jasmine get assaulted."Well, well, Frederick sure is lucky with women. But now, they're all mine. Who would've thought that I'd be blessed with a feast before leaving Drakonia!" Kaizer was practically drooling.He let go of Jasmine, and rushed toward Nella eagerly. Nella backed away step by step, but soon found herself cornered."Haha, come to me!" Kaizer spread his arms wide, lunging toward Nella.Just as he was about to grab her, a thunderous crash shook the room. The outer wall of the building crumbled down.Frederick had burst through it a
Meanwhile, Frederick had just gotten off the plane. As soon as he turned on his phone, he saw a long list of missed calls from Selene.He immediately felt uneasy. Selene would never call him so many times unless something urgent had happened.He was about to call her back when his phone rang again.Frederick answered Selene's call quickly, but before he could ask anything, Selene's tearful voice came through."Fred, Mom's been kidnapped!"Frederick's face darkened instantly, and his killing aura surged."Alright. Don't worry, Mom will be fine."With that, Frederick hung up the phone; he then immediately called Melanie, who was still in the Imperial Capital, lazily lounging in bed."Do you have any intelligence on the Steinfields in the Imperial Capital?" Frederick asked through gritted teeth.He didn't need much thought to figure out who was behind this. There was hardly anyone left in Mirage City bold enough to cross him, except for Kaizer. And now, Sylvia had been kidnapped
When the elevator doors opened, Jasmine stepped out into the lobby.Kaizer's eyes lit up as he eyed her from head to toe. Though he had seen pictures of her before, she was more of an eye candy in person. Kaizer, holding his rifle, approached her. "Ms. Smith, you certainly kept me waiting!""What do you want with me?" Jasmine asked coldly. She knew that showing fear or vulnerability would only embolden these lawless men."Ms. Smith, why don't you take a guess?" Kaizer reached for Jasmine and lifted her chin with the barrel of his gun, forcing her to look at him.Jasmine met his gaze without a hint of fear."Is it money you want? The company has ten million in cash reserves. You can take it, and I guarantee I won't call the police. We can pretend nothing ever happened as long as no one is hurt. As for the funds in the company’s accounts, you wouldn’t be able to take it even if I transfer the money to you with today’s financial systems," Jasmine spoke calmly."Ms. Smith, you're q
Bang!With a loud crash, the door was violently kicked open. Kaizer and his men stormed into Frederick’s place.Sylvia was startled, and she shouted, "What do you guys want?" "We're here to kidnap you!" Kaizer strode toward Sylvia. Then, he snatched away her phone and crushed it."Tie her up and take her away!" Kaizer and his men acted quickly. Selene, on the other end of the video call, was shocked by the strangers. Fortunately, she was still on alert. She quickly tried to call Frederick while shaking with fear. However, Frederick’s phone was off since he was on a flight."How’s everything going on your end?" Kaizer asked his men over the phone."We’ve rigged all four walls of Aerowind Enterprise with high-powered explosives. Once we detonate them, the whole building will turn to ashes," his subordinate reported.A smile finally appeared on Kaizer’s face. "Good, I’m heading over now." Soon, Kaizer arrived at Aerowind Enterprise with a backpack."I want to see Ms. Sm
Upon hearing Frederick’s words, Woody stumbled. "Take him away!" one of the senior officials from the Supervision Department ordered.The respected elder of the Drakonia Royal Court, Woody, was escorted away along with the evidence and witnesses."After today, the Lamberts will cease to exist, and you're finally free." Frederick sighed in relief, and smiled at Easton.Easton looked slightly lost. He wasn’t sure what to do next with his sudden freedom. "What's wrong? Struggling to find a new purpose in life?" Frederick teased.Easton nodded, and replied, "Yeah, my ambitions have been completely worn down these three years. I feel a bit aimless.""Should I find you a job?" Frederick suggested casually."It’s best if I could work for you, Mr. Lester!" Easton’s eyes lit up with excitement."I have a pharmaceutical company under me. If you're interested, you could take the position of Chief of Biomedical Engineering," Frederick said jokingly. To his surprise, Easton was genuinely