After saying that, he left.“Dad!” Riley wanted to go after him.“Riley, ignore him. He’s as stubborn as a mule.” Laura stopped her and gave a cold chuckle. “I have no idea why your dad is so nice to a country bumpkin. He’s treating Chase like he's his own son!“Alright, enough of that. Let’s eat.”After Laura said that, they sat down.Edward could not wait to open the expensive bottle of Splendor Liquor from 1979. After opening it, he poured a glass for everyone.“Here, let’s have a taste of this 13-million-dollar liquor.”Laura did not usually drink, but today, she had a few sips. While feeling intoxicated, she said, “Edward, it’s all thanks to you that I can have a taste of such good liquor.”“Yeah, Edward. With just this small glass, I'll be able to boast to my friends for an entire year!" Raymond gushed with a grin.When Edward heard the praise from all around him, he felt great and started to feel arrogant.“Edward, that country bumpkin said we’ll regret this. Hahaha! H
Bald Mike turned to look at Edward with great disdain and sneered, “Apologize to him? Is he worthy of that?“He should take a good look at himself. I’m here to toast Mr. Collins!”Everyone was confused again.A toast to Mr. Collins?Who was Mr. Collins?After hearing what he said, Edward’s face turned red, and he was so ashamed that he wanted to hide in a hole in the ground.It turned out that everything had been in his head, and now, he was only left with embarrassment. Wait, Mr. Collins?Suddenly, he seemed to remember something. His expression changed slightly as he asked, “Mr. Parson, which Mr. Collins are you talking about?”Except for Chase, who had just left, there was no one with the surname Collins among them.Could it be...When he thought about this, a bad feeling suddenly washed over him.“Who else could it be?” Bald Mike snorted as he added, “It’s the Mr. Collins who was with you just now.”As soon as he said that, it felt as if a bolt from the blue had struc
“Alright!”Tiger grinned and quickly called the cashier over. “Calculate how much they spent.”After the cashier was done ringing up the items, he said, “Tiger, they spent a total of 14.26 million.”When the group heard this, they felt weak in their knees and almost passed out.14.26 million?Who could afford that?“Are you going to pay by credit card or check?” Tiger asked with a smile.Edward smiled bitterly. “W-We have no money...”“No money?” Tiger’s face turned cold as he said with a wave, “Okay, then. According to the rules here, if you can’t afford to pay, you can pay with your hands.”In an instant, several tall and strong men walked in with axes in their hands. They looked very unkind.Raymond and Anna had never seen such a scene before, and they were so frightened that they fell to the ground.“No, don’t cut off my hand!”“Edward, save us!”Even Riley and Laura were frightened, their eyes full of fear.“Hold on.”Edward stopped him hastily. “Tiger, right? I thi
“What?”“Beg that country bumpkin?”When the group heard this, they shook their heads without even thinking about it.They had targeted Chase in various ways just now. They even took the opportunity to humiliate him. If they were to beg him now, would it not just be a smack in the face?“What? You don’t want to?”Tiger’s eyes darkened. “If that’s the case, I’ll be taking your hands.”As Laura watched the ax-wielding men approach them, Laura finally gave up and said quickly, “No, we’ll do it! We’ll do it!”After saying that, she immediately looked at Riley and said, “Riley, why don’t you call Chase? You are his fiancée, after all...”Riley hesitated for a moment, but she eventually took out her phone and dialed Chase’s number. “Sorry, the user you dialed has turned off his phone...”Riley was stunned when she heard that. “H-He turned off his phone.”“What? His phone’s turned off?”“Did he turn it off on purpose to see us make a fool of ourselves?”“Call him again!”Edward,
The moment Tiger saw Chase come in, his attitude immediately changed. He quickly stepped forward and lowered his head in greeting. “Tiger, can you let them go for my sake?” Chase said with a smile.“Mr. Collins, you’re too polite. Since you’ve said the word, of course, I’ll let them go.” Tiger smiled politely and waved to his subordinates.Just like this, everyone left Imperial Restaurant, feeling as if it was all a dream.On the way back, Laura finally could not hold herself back anymore. She asked, “Um, Chase, w-why are they so respectful to you?”As soon as she asked this, everyone—including Riley and Edward—immediately looked at Chase.Even Henry was no exception.After knowing what happened just now, he was also shocked. Fortunately, those people finally let them go for Chase’s sake.Riley bit her lip and looked at Chase with confusion.Under everyone's stare, Chase merely shrugged and said bluntly, “Because their boss, Sam, is my subordinate.”Everyone fell silent righ
With a loud noise, the Bentley slammed into the guardrail next to Chase. Immediately, the hood opened on the spot.“Are you fucking deaf? I told you to get out of the way! Do you want to die?”Evelyn Benson walked out of the car in her high-heeled shoes. She started cursing at Chase furiously.Frowning, Chase said, “First of all, this is a crosswalk. Second of all, it’s a green light for pedestrians. And thirdly, who did you get your driver’s license from?”Evelyn bit her lips and snapped, “How dare you?! Who do you think you are? How dare you lecture me?!“Apologize to me right away or I guarantee you won’t be able to survive in South River City anymore!”She put her hands on her hips, staring daggers at him.Chase’s eyes turned cold. When he was about to teach her a lesson, a violent coughing suddenly came from the car next to him.“Evie, forget it. We’re the ones violating traffic rules, so there’s no need to make things hard for him."“Boy, it’s your lucky day. Don’t let m
“How is this possible? Isn't my dad suffering from a heart disease?” Evelyn said in surprise.“Heart disease?” Elijah frowned. After that, he sneered. “Have you managed to cure it over the years, then? With today’s medical standards, even implanting an artificial heart is not a problem, let alone curing a heart disease.”Evelyn was speechless for a moment.“With all due respect, Mr. Benson is not suffering from a heart disease but an extremely rare and strange disease that I have never seen before.”Elijah shook his head and said, “Please go back. There's nothing I can do.”Evelyn burst into tears. “Dr. Strickland, I’m begging you. Please examine my dad again. I believe you can find a way.”“Forget it, Evie. I know my illness well. Maybe this is fate,” Sherman said, sounding as if he had accepted this outcome. After all, if even the famous Elijah Strickland could not do anything, no one else could.Elijah looked at the pair of father and daughter and suddenly said, “Maybe ther
After Elijah said that, Evelyn and Sherman stood frozen on the spot momentarily. It was as if a bolt from the blue had struck them.Evelyn was so shocked that her scalp was tingling.What did he say?The kid in front of her was the expert who even Dr. Strickland admired?Screaming, she asked in disbelief, “How is this possible? How is this possible? Dr. Strickland, did you get the wrong person?”“Just assume that I did, then.” Elijah smiled coldly. After that, he turned to look at Chase with great admiration and said, “It’s such an honor to have you visit my humble pharmacy.”“You flatter me, Mr. Strickland.” Chase smiled lightly. “I’m here to get some medicine for Mr. Cooper.”“Okay, please come with me and I'll personally prepare the medicine for you.”Elijah nodded excitedly as he led Chase into the pharmacy, leaving Evelyn and her father petrified. Their brains could not register what was going on.Soon, Chase took the packaged medicine and said, “Thank you, Mr. Strickland
Chase unsheathed his sword and struck with precision. A flash of sword light, sharp and unstoppable, swept through the air and pierced one attacker's chest."What?!"The remaining two were stunned, unable to believe the boy before them was far more formidable than they had anticipated."Die!"One of them charged forward, swinging a blade that sent a dazzling crescent of energy hurtling toward Chase's throat. Meanwhile, the other flanked him, launching a sneak attack.The two attackers coordinated flawlessly, their strikes merciless and intent on ending Chase's life.Chase raised his sword to block the fatal blow, then countered with a swift thrust.Blood sprayed as the one attempting a sneak attack failed to react in time, and his heart was pierced. He collapsed in a lifeless heap.Chase smirked coldly, withdrawing his sword as he stepped back. His gaze swept over the two corpses, and he shook his head.These black-clad men were weak—far inferior to Bryson. Their techniques we
"You..."Bryson's pupils contracted, his eyes brimming with terror and regret.Chase's expression remained cold. "It's over."Turning his gaze toward an elder in a black robe who had appeared unnoticed, he asked, "Were you sent to silence me?"With an arrogant look on his face, the elder sneered, "Surrender willingly and perhaps you'll suffer a little less."Chase's body erupted with thunderous lightning, illuminating him like a God of Thunder descending upon the mortal realm. With a powerful motion, he hurled Bryson's lifeless body aside.The black-robed elder coughed up blood as he staggered back several steps, his eyes filled with shock. Meanwhile, Bryson's body lay crumpled where it had landed, now lifeless."What overwhelming strength!" The elder's eyes narrowed, but he quickly composed himself and scoffed. "I admit I underestimated you. But don't think for a second that you can defeat me!"With those words, the elder's figure shot toward Chase. His right palm sliced thr
Hearing this, Bryson let out a cold laugh. "Oh? Myra Wallace is a direct descendant of the Kollins family? This won't be an easy task.""Don't worry," Bentley reassured him. "As long as you handle this, the rewards will far exceed your expectations."Bryson remained silent for a long while, then sighed and nodded. "Fine, I'll do it.""Thank you, Mr. Cabral," Bentley said gratefully."You're certain she's just a normal woman?" Bryson asked with a frown.Bentley nodded firmly. "Absolutely. From what I've gathered, she's just an ordinary person.""Very well. In that case, I'll prepare my men. Wait for my signal," Bryson replied, standing up and walking out of the hall.He headed directly toward the inner yard, moving without interruption until he entered a luxurious palace."Bryson?" A stunning young woman in a red dress was playing the cello. Hearing his footsteps, she quickly turned around.Seeing that it was him, her cheeks flushed with a shy, charming smile. "Bryson, what b
"Who sent you?" Chase asked in a deep voice."W-We were sent by World Villa. I-It was the Supreme Elder who ordered us to find you," the burly man stammered. His face was pale with fear. He was desperately trying not to say the wrong thing and provoke Chase's wrath."World Villa?" Chase narrowed his eyes. A cold glint flashed within them.He feared no one. However, Myra was in a weakened state, and he did not want her entangled in further trouble.Moreover, it was clear that World Villa was targeting him specifically. Chase resolved not to bring additional danger to Myra.After a moment of contemplation, he decided to show mercy—for now."Get out of here!" he barked. "And tell your boss this, I'll settle this score sooner or later.""Y-Yes, of course! Thank you for your mercy!""Thank you! Thank you!"The three martial monarchs bowed repeatedly before fleeing in disgrace.Meanwhile, Chase remained in place, lost in thought."Chase, are you worried that World Villa will trace
Myra nodded obediently. Then, she took out a pendant and handed it to Chase with a solemn expression. "Chase, keep this emerald pendant safe. It'll protect you.""Oh?" Chase raised an eyebrow.The pendant was clear, almost transparent. A faint flame seemed to flicker within it, radiating a searing heat."This is incredible," Chase remarked in admiration.Then, a cold gleam flashed through his eyes, sending a chill down Myra's spine."This pendant is the only keepsake left to me by my family. I can't lose it," Myra said seriously. "But I'm giving it to you now!"Chase shook his head. "This pendant is far too valuable. I can't accept it."Myra quickly waved her hands. "No, no, it's not some treasure. If you encounter danger, just crush it.""If that's the case, I won't decline," Chase replied with a slight nod and put the pendant away.Seeing him accept it, Myra sighed in relief, and her gaze softened with affection.…The next morning, Chase slowly opened his eyes as sunlight
Faced with a barrage of arrows raining from the sky, Myra felt her scalp tingle, and her body stiffened in fear. There was no place to hide and no way to escape.At that moment, an overwhelming sense of impending death washed over her, and her heart sank into despair.Was this how her life would end?However, just as she prepared to face the inevitable, a sudden twist of fate occurred.A streak of ghostly blue sword energy appeared, instantly slicing through all the arrows. The energy then morphed into a radiant beam of light, cutting a brilliant arc as it charged directly toward the commander."Who's there?" the commander barked, his expression growing grim.Without hesitation, he drew the saber at his waist and swung with all his might to deflect the incoming strike.The sharp clash sent him hurtling backward, and his feet carved deep grooves into the solid ground as he struggled to stabilize himself."So powerful…" he muttered as his expression darkened.Taking advantage of
Myra let out a sharp cry and formed a hand seal. Her figure blurred, vanishing for an instant before reappearing directly in front of her opponent.Her sword pierced the throat of the leader. She then delivered a fierce kick to his abdomen, sending him flying backward. Then, she pulled out her bloodstained blade without hesitation. Her movements were as swift as the wind as she dashed out of the secret chamber.However, to her dismay, another martial arts overlord awaited her outside."Damn it!" she cursed under her breath."Little girl, kneel, and I might spare your life!" the overlord sneered while wielding a massive longsword that he swung with relentless fury.This martial arts overlord was no ordinary opponent. His mastery of the longsword was impeccable, and his strikes were powerful and precise. An ordinary martial arts overlord would have already been overwhelmed or killed against him."Get lost!" Myra growled, her voice filled with determination.She channeled all he
The last black-clad warrior collapsed to the ground, trembling with fear. His body was limp and unable to stand."I suggest you cooperate, or what's awaiting you is only death," Chase said, his voice cold and emotionless.Although his cultivation level was not exceptionally high, his formidable Body Refining Techniques made him fearless—even against martial monarch-level opponents.With her stage seven martial arts overlord cultivation, the woman in black in front of him was no match for him.Before long, she fell to her knees, begging for mercy. "I surrender... Please, let me live," she said through clenched teeth. Her tone was filled with humiliation and resentment.She was a prodigy who was destined for greatness, yet here she was—a prisoner. The disgrace of her situation was worse than death. Moreover, this defeat would bring shame to the reputation of the Shadow Guards."Oh? You're not one of the Shadow Guards?" Chase's eyes narrowed, and a chilling killing intent flashed in
Her cultivation level had reached the martial monarch realm, but her expertise lay in assassination rather than direct combat, which was why Chase could subdue her so swiftly.Still, her extensive experience allowed her to quickly regain her composure. Before Chase could close in again, she abruptly retreated, attempting to flee.Unfortunately for her, Chase had already anticipated her move.Chase blurred into motion, appearing like a phantom. His palm struck her shoulder, sending her sprawling to the ground. With his claw-like fingers, he gripped her neck and pinned her down."Speak! Who sent you people to kill me?" Chase's voice was low, brimming with menace and a killing intent that chilled to the bone.Normally, he would have crushed her skull and ended her life without hesitation. Right now, however, he had no time for such distractions.In the distance, the sound of an intense battle echoed through the night. Someone else was approaching—clearly not just to interfere but to