Jovie bit her lip, fighting back the tears, but the hurt was too much, and she began to cry softly.Someone had pushed Jovie to the ground that hard and had the audacity to throw money at Celena and Jovie's faces, shaming them both?The wife and daughter of the Commander-in-chief of Pendragon humiliated in such a way? It was unthinkable!Liam's face darkened, a flash of anger in his eyes that quickly disappeared as he composed himself and gently comforted his crying daughter,"Sweetie, Dad's here. I understand, and I'll make sure they're sorry for what they did. I'll get that boy to apologize to you, okay?"Jovie dabbed at her tears and asked timidly, "Really? But, Dad, Mom said that the boy's dad is an ambassador, and we shouldn't mess with him. Dad, is an ambassador more powerful than you?"Liam's head whipped around, a frown of confusion creasing his brow as he looked to Celena for an explanation.Celena, realizing the secret was out, spilled the beans. "The father of the boy
The mere thought of the Stone family getting entangled in a mess like the Hughes had before gave Celena a pounding headache.She felt helpless against Liam's fiery temper. She was beside herself with worry, watching his face set in a steely resolve, ready to confront Mr. Esper.Liam caught the panic in Celena's eyes and softened slightly. "Celena, don't fret. I've got this under control, and I won't do anything stupid. Besides, ambassador or not, this is Biskeland. We stand our ground here. His son shoved Jovie for no good reason and tried to shame us with his money. I'm not backing down without an apology!"Celena was on the edge of losing it. No matter how much she tried to reason with Liam, it was like talking to a brick wall. She shot him a withering look and snapped, "Why are you so stubborn? Why go out of your way to mess with people we can't handle? Jovie's got her heart set on that school. If you tick them off and they take it out on her, what then? If my daughter gets caugh
Celena had barely stepped out of the small courtyard when three olive-drab military jeeps from the Biskeland war zone pulled up at the Stone family's gate, each adorned with the Biskeland military insignia.The doors swung open and out stepped Calum, clad in his uniform, the gleaming gold stars of a general on his shoulders casting a brilliant shine. His face was stern, his aura commanding respect and exuding an intimidating presence.Calum, with utmost reverence and eyes filled with unwavering loyalty, cradled a richly decorated box as he stepped down from the jeep!That ornate box, crafted to house the esteemed green dragon battle robe of the Pendragon's Commander-in-chief, was carved from ancient, rare wood and was beyond value!Calum, box in hand, strode toward the courtyard. Behind him, four soldiers in matching uniforms marched, each gripping a rifle, their expressions serious as they followed in Calum's footsteps.Meanwhile, Liam was in the yard, gently pushing Jovie on a s
Liam swept the green dragon battle robe over his shoulders, and the embroidered creature seemed to stir to life. With each movement of the fabric, the dragon appeared to soar through stormy skies, commanding and fierce.At once, Calum and the armed warriors bowed deeply before Liam, then garbed in the symbol of his authority, and they cried out with reverence, "We, your loyal followers, salute you, Commander-in-chief of Pendragon!"Liam, adorned in a battle robe with a majestic green dragon and golden patterns, seemed to transform before their eyes. He exuded the commanding presence of the Chief of Pendragon, like a legendary God of War ready to shake the heavens and earth."To the Guiding Star School!"With Jovie cradled in his arms, Liam's powerful aura remained undiminished as he strode confidently toward the exit."At once!"Calum and the warriors rose swiftly, their faces etched with reverence as they followed their leader.The battle robe, with its embroidered dragon, seem
Calum shouted at the top of his lungs, "Yes, sir! I got it!"If the others were around, they certainly would be watching with their jaws on the floor. That was because they always thought Liam was a useless live-in son-in-law, yet he was able to mobilize 10,000 soldiers from the Drunham City garrison as he pleased.It would have been an impressive feat for an average person to mobilize 5,000 soldiers, much less 10,000.Most importantly, Liam wanted the troop to have the Abashidze Embassy in Drunham City surrounded. That was a serious matter.It never happened in Biskeland before. If he truly had the embassy surrounded, then it would attract the attention of the relevant agencies.That was because any mishap would affect the relationship of the two nations. In the worst-case scenario, it might even put both nations at war with each other.However, Liam did not care at all. He still gave his order calmly.Jovie was shocked by Liam's words. She would usually watch television, so sh
It was because the crowd recognized the battle flag that everyone who was there was shocked.That was the car that the commanders-in-chief of the major war zones in Biskeland would ride in during the parade that was held once every few years. They would drive by the Biskeland Gates to watch the parade in those types of cars.The crowd only saw a scene like that on television.Liam looked ahead with a calm expression while carrying Jovie in his arms and said in a deep voice, "How's the mobilization of the troop coming along?"Calum bowed his head respectfully and replied, "The troop of ten thousand soldiers from Drunham City garrison was mobilized. They are rushing toward the embassy now. They should be here in another ten minutes, and they will have the entire embassy surrounded!""Mmhmm!" Liam nodded a little. Once his gaze landed on those Abashidze soldiers at the entrance, he said, "Remember this! After the embassy is surrounded, nobody is allowed to go in or out! If anybody we
Liam carried Jovie straight to the ambassador's office as soon as he said he was going to go look for him.The group of foreign staff at the embassy were all terrified as they stared at the back of Liam and the others.Meanwhile, the ambassador of Abashidze, Mr. Esper, was having a meeting with the high-ranking staff of the embassy in the meeting room on the third floor of the building. Mr. Esper was sitting at the head of the table, looking at the others with a sullen expression.The purpose of the meeting was to discuss how to get vital information about Biskeland's internal affairs, especially important intel about the major war zones.Right as Mr. Esper was giving the latest orders to the high-ranking staff of the embassy with a frosty expression, there was suddenly a knock on the door.The knocking was very rapid. It was as if the person outside the door was very impatient. The urgent knocking made everyone in the meeting room turn and look at the door, looking all confused.
Calum immediately rushed forward and kicked down the door to the meeting.At a loud thud, Calum's kick sent the thick broken door flying over Mr. Esper's head before it landed in a corner of the meeting room.Mr. Esper and all the other staff of the embassy in the room were stunned by the sudden crash. At that moment, they were all in shock as they stared at the entrance of the meeting room where the door once stood.After the door was sent flying across the room, it was shattered as it landed in the corner with a loud thud, sending wooden shards flying in all directions.It was after the broken pieces landed on the meeting table that Mr. Esper and the others regained their senses. They were shocked as they glared at Liam and Calum at the door.Ms. Esper was incensed, his eyes burning with anger. The saggy skin on his face was trembling because he was enraged.Pointing at the Liam and Calum, he bellowed, "Fuck! Who the hell are you?"It was only then the crowd got a better look
However, Andy was a smooth talker, so the eldest member of the Drayton family liked him. Because of that, the head of the family tolerated him. That was why Andy, who was just a member of the branch family, dared to be so cocky.Andy saw Howard standing at the side from the corner of his eye as he spoke. He thought of what Howard said earlier, and that made his blood boil.He pointed at Howard and bellowed, "Uncle Derrick, this Howard is trash as well. You have no idea. I told him I was a member of the Drayton family, yet he did not take our family seriously at all."Not only did he have his men capture me, but he said cockily that he wanted to lock me up forever, and nobody could stop him."Weren't you very cocky before this, Mr. Mosier? Go on. Continue acting cocky in front of my uncle now. Detain me and lock me up forever."Andy took a couple of steps closer to Howard as he said that. He extended his hands arrogantly and said, "Come on. I have my hands stretched out for you. Hu
Soon, Andy and the thugs from the nightclub yesterday were released.Andy saw Derrick standing at the entrance of the police headquarters at a glance. He got so excited that he shouted, "Uncle Derrick! Uncle Derrick!"Fletcher's subordinates were incredibly excited to see Derrick as well. All of them shouted, "Mr. Derrick Drayton!"One of the subordinates was in Drunham City because Derrick arranged for him to be there. After he was brought to Derrick's side, he smiled apologetically and said, "Thank you for saving me, sir. Don't worry. Fletcher's faction and properties are all here. I'll be able to rebuild the faction here very soon."In other words, even if Fletcher was out of the picture, he would be able to thrive in Drunham City and replace Fletcher.However, Derrick shot an icy glare at him and sneered. "Hmph! How shameless of you to say that? There are so many of you, yet you can't deal with a small loser who only married into the Stone family."If it wasn't because this w
Howard did not expect that the Drayton family would have a connection with the Carter family. They could even produce a token from the Carter family."Mr. Derrick Drayton, I didn't expect that your family and the Carters go way back. You even got the Carter family's token out," said Howard.Derrick sneered and said, "Enough with the nonsense. Howard, my family did the Carter family a favor back then, that's why the general of the Carter family gave this token to us. He promised us that we could take out this token if we were ever in a bind in the future, and they would help us!"I'm taking out this token today to tell you that I'm going to bail Andy out of here. I'd like to see who in Drunham City has the guts to stop me!"Howard was stunned, and then he fell silent.He did not think that Derrick would take out a token from the Carter family.The Carter family was the top family in Mirstone. Nobody in Mirstone would dare to go against the Carter family. Derrick became even more
Meanwhile, Derrick and his men were already at the entrance of the police headquarters.Derrick's eyes were burning with rage as he looked at the door that was shut tightly. A sneer appeared on his lips as he said, "Hmph. Looks like they already know I'm coming, so they are deliberately trying to assert dominance."Then, he asked his driver next to him, "Where are our men? Have they all arrived?"The driver nodded and said, "They're here, Mr. Derrick. They are all waiting at the side. We'll tear down the main door to the police headquarters once you give the command."Derrick nodded with satisfaction. Then, he shouted at the police headquarters, "Howard! You're just the chief of the police headquarters! How dare you lock me outside?""I'd like to see how powerful you are today, Howard! Come on, guys. Take it down!"At his command, a group of burly men rushed out of the black van next to him. They were all holding thick bats, and they rushed up to the door ferociously.Right at t
At first, Yafe and the rest of the Stone family were stunned after they heard what Liam said. Then, they all burst out laughing.Yafe looked at Liam with a mocking gaze and said, "Are you kidding me, Liam? You're going to get the Draytons to come and apologize in person? Come on, that's the Drayton family we're talking about! Do you think they are just some nobody?"Right now, I don't want to waste my breath anymore. As long as you're able to stop the Drayton family from targeting us, I'm more than grateful. Don't you forget that you're the one who wanted to leave the Stone family? So, stop dragging us into your mess."Liam shot the crowd with an icy glare and brought Celena out of the Stone Mansion.Celena was still in a slight daze after they got into the car. Liam put on her safety belt for her and asked, "What's the matter, dear? Are you still worried about the Draytons?"Celena nodded and replied, "Yes. After all, all these were caused by the conflict between Andy and us. Jus
Liam wanted to ask what the family heirloom was, but he had no choice but to let it be after he heard what Yonatan said.However, Liam heard Yonatan's voice again, saying, "I've never seen that thing, but I heard from the Drayton family members that it was from a big shot in the military."The military?Liam's eyebrows furrowed once he heard it had something to do with the military. Then, he kicked Yonatan away, making him land next to the thugs.Yonatan passed out because of that kick.Once the thugs saw their leader was out cold, they took a couple of steps back in fear.However, Liam did not care about them at all. He looked at Yafe and the others instead.Once the Stone family members saw that they were out of the woods, they became cocky again.Yafe and Sherah, in particular, were so cocky that they ran up to Liam and condemned him, "Look what you've done! You're bad luck! What else can you do other than cause us trouble? Do you know who that is? He is from the Drayton fam
Yonatan was infuriated and bellowed, "So this is how you're going to play! Alright! I'm not going to stop until I kill you today!"Yonatan was radiating an intense desire to battle. That was the air exuded by a fighter of Fourth Order War King caliber.The Stone family was so frightened by the air he exuded that their faces turned pale. All of them took more than ten steps back in fear, afraid they would be injured by mistake.Yonatan clenched his fist and charged at Liam like a ferocious beast. His fist was packing so much power that it created a sonic boom, cutting through the air and going for Liam's face.The punch was so powerful that it could kill a bull right away.The Stone family thought Liam was going to die. Nobody would be able to survive a punch like that.Yonatan thought the same. He was very confident in his ability. He looked into Liam and knew he used to be a soldier, as well as a good fighter. However, so what?No matter how skilled Liam was in combat, could he
The moment Liam stepped into view, the Stone family members lit up as if they had spotted their guardian angel. They pointed at him, their voices rising in a chorus of relief and accusation. "Mr. Yonatan, look over here! It's Liam! I said they weren't with us!""Exactly! Mr. Yonatan, see for yourself, Liam's not part of our family!""Mr. Yonatan, now that Liam's here, if you're looking to pin the blame on someone, he's your man!""Liam, you actually showed up. If you hadn't crossed the Drayton family, would we, the Stones, have ever been dragged into this mess?""Liam, Celena, you two are nothing but trouble. You've left the family, so why keep stirring the pot for us?"...The air crackled with the Stone family's collective outrage, their faces twisted in anger as if they were ready to rip Liam and Celena to shreds.Celena and Liam's arrival was pure happenstance. They were just in the neighborhood to check in on an old friend when they overheard Yonatan's boastful taunts.Lia
Yonatan did not even bother to look at him. He checked his watch with a chilling laugh and said, "You've got ten minutes for Liam to show up. Don't say I didn't warn you."The words sent a wave of shock through Yafe and the rest of the Stone family, who stared at Yonatan, panic-stricken.Yafe was a mess, desperate to explain, but the sight of Yonatan's henchmen, eager and ready for a fight, stopped him dead in his tracks."Mr. Yonatan, I swear it's the truth. Liam has nothing to do with the Stone family anymore. You've made a mistake!"Yafe's face was flushed with urgency as he tried to convince the unmoved man."It's true, Mr. Yonatan! Liam and Celena were kicked out of the Stone family ages ago.""That's right! He's got nothing to do with us anymore. If you're after Liam, go to the villa at Emerald Lake. He's there, not here with us.""Mr. Yonatan, if you head over to Drunham City and ask anyone, they'll tell you the same thing: Liam and Celena have no ties to us Stones anymor