Sean subconsciously took a few steps back. After that, Johnny and the rest of their men gathered upall their courage and they had a downcast expression on their faces as they entered the presidentialsuite like defeated dogs, with their lowered heads and broken arms!Donald was stunned when he saw the five men walking into his room. He lost his grip of the teacup in his hand and dropped it to the ground in shock…Donald stared at the five men in shock and was dumbfounded. “You… you… what happened?! What happened to your foreheads? Why is it all bloodied and covered in blood? This… why does it look like someone has written something on your foreheads?”Since the five men had their heads lowered, it was rather difficult for Donald to make out the words that were carved on their foreheads.Johnny immediately took a step forward and plopped down to the ground with a thud as he knelt in front of Donald and said sincerely, “Mr. Webb, I am sorry for not getting things done! Please give m
At this time, the lobby manager who had been kicked half to death by Johnny staggered through the door of Isaac’s office with the help of several employees.The lobby manager opened Isaac’s office door. As soon as the lobby manager entered Isaac’s office, Isaac immediately saw that he was covered in injuries. He blurted out, “Mr. Zelmer, what happened?!”Mr. Zelmer spoke indignantly, “Mr. Cameron, some of the bodyguards working for the Webb family in Sudbury broke into our hotel! They even beat me and our team of security guards up in the hotel lobby!”“What?!” Isaac frowned before he asked, “What happened exactly? Donald Webb and his son are both staying at the presidential suite in Shangri-La. This means that their bodyguards are also staying in the presidential suite with them. So, why did they have to fight and beat all of you up to break into the hotel?”Mr. Zelmer hurriedly explained, “The situation is pretty complicated. It seems as though the five bodyguards have just gotte
Charlie nodded slightly.After that, his father-in-law went and smoked his cigarette. So, Charlie sat in his car as he answered the phone call.After the phone call was connected, Isaac hurriedly said, “Mr. Wade, I heard that you had a conflict with the bodyguards from the Webb family?”Charlie nodded slightly before he said, “Your information is really quite timely!”Isaac hurriedly replied, “Mr. Wade, I heard that these five people were causing a scene and making trouble at Shangri-La. I only found out about this matter after sending someone to investigate and check it out.”After that, Isaac quickly explained what had happened when Johnny and the other bodyguards had arrived at Shangri-La.After listening to Isaac’s words, Charlie replied coldly, “Those five dogs. I never expected them not to learn their lesson at all. I thought that they would have learned their lesson and tried to be more low-key in the future. However, I really did not expect them to use their legs to cause
Even though Donald was a billionaire, he was not a generous person.In other words, in his eyes, he should not waste or spend any more money that should not be spent.This was exactly what he felt as he looked at Johnny and the other four men.The five of them had already broken their arms and could not even open the f*cking car door on their own anymore. What was he going to do if he continued keeping them by his side?Their salaries were ridiculously high. If he continued to retain them, he would only be doing charity if he fed them until they were old.Therefore, Donald felt that he should drive them as far away as he could, as soon as he possibly could.The farther they went, the better it would be for him.In truth, Donald did not even want to pay them the five hundred thousand dollars severance pay at all.Therefore, he could not help but feel as though he was already being very generous toward them.However, Johnny and the other bodyguards did not feel the same way!Th
Donald yelled out in pain as he fell to the ground. He could not help but feel panic in his heart.Sean who was standing next to him subconsciously yelled, “Hey! Who gave you the right to hit my father?”Isaac strode toward Sean before punching him directly in his nose. After Sean’s face was covered in blood, Isaac yelled, “Even your father has to be respectful and polite to me. Who do you think you are? You actually dare to talk to me in this manner?! Are you that tired of living? Do you believe that I can take your life right now?”“You are really asking to die!” Sean had already lived so long, and he had never been reprimanded or beaten up before. However, he had already been beaten up twice today.First, Charlie had broken one of his wrists. Now, Isaac actually had also broken his nose with a single punch.He had been a spoiled and arrogant brat ever since he was a child. That being said, how could he possibly tolerate this?Sean roared angrily, “Do you think you are that gre
Donald was very furious and he glared at the five men who were kneeling on the ground before he asked coldly, “Which one of you did it? Or did the five of you do it together?”Johnny was instantly frightened when he saw the killing intent in Donald’s eyes. He hurriedly said, “Mr. Webb, you cannot blame us for this matter! We already tried to explain to the lobby manager and the security guards that we were working for the Webb family. However, they insisted that we were all dressed inappropriately and said that we were not allowed to enter Shangri-La. I was simply very anxious to come up to report the matter to you. That is the reason why we clashed with the security guards and broke into the hotel…”Donald was extremely angry when he heard Johnny’s explanation. He gave him a tight slap across his face as he said, “You are really a bunch of good-for-nothing! Do you think that the Shangri-La hotel is a place that you can break into any time you want?! You keep telling me that you were
After he was done speaking, Donald hurriedly said, “Mr. Cameron, how do you want to resolve this matter? As long as you have a solution to this matter, I will definitely do everything according to your instructions!”Isaac had a very cold expression on his face as he glared at Donald. Isaac could not help but feel that this second generation heir of the Webb family was truly very flexible and willing to give and take. It seemed as though he had a high need to survive.However, since he had provoked the young master of the Wade family, it was impossible for him to come out of this matter unscathed!If it were not for the young master’s command, Isaac would have taken their lives already!Isaac snorted coldly before he said, “I am sorry but I cannot accept your apology! I don’t think that the Wade family will accept your apology either!”Donald held back his anger before he asked in a low voice, “Mr. Cameron, how would you propose that we resolve this matter, then?”Isaac replied c
Before Donald could even figure out the meaning behind Isaac’s words, Isaac’s men had already made their move. Isaac’s subordinates were also all very reputable and incredible fighters. They might not be as strong or powerful in comparison to Johnny.However, Johnny was already half-dead at the moment. He could still deal with any ordinary man, but he would not be able to fight a person who was skilled in fighting.Therefore, Johnny had no opportunity to resist or fight back when he was faced with Isaac’s subordinates.Charlie had already planned his destiny in advance!Johnny could not help but feel extremely helpless and desperate at this point.He would never have dreamt that he would end up in this state!If his legs were really broken, wouldn’t he be a completely useless person in this life?When that time came, he would just be a useless person with broken arms and legs. He would simply have to lay in bed, unable to move, and he would not even be capable of taking care o
Julien shook his head and gingerly asked, "Jordan Fox likes his granddaughter?"Charlie smiled, shaking his head. "And your father doesn't like you as his eldest? Admiration is no guarantee of inheritance. And if we're talking about love, is it not a gesture of love that he provided you with endless cash and a life of privilege that only the world's top one percent can enjoy?"Julien also noticed the flaw in his logic. "Then, do you perchance know why, Mr. Wade?"Charlie nodded. "Jordan granted his position to Kathleen because that was the condition I proposed to him in return for prolonging his life. No succession, no pills—no matter how much he was willing to pay me for it."Then, Charlie looked Julien straight in the eye as he continued solemnly, "If the day comes and I find you more reliable, I will choose you as the sole broker for your father's pills. Just think about it—if the day comes that you're the only person your father can get his pills from, would he say no if you as
Charlie chuckled. "You might think that I'm screwing you over, but in reality, I'm indirectly solidifying your place as heir apparent. From what I've learned, your family has not confirmed who it would be."Julien chuckled awkwardly. "You're right, but I am now. With the pills you've provided, however, my father might live longer than me…"Charlie nodded. "Since we have the fortune of meeting over drinks, I shall cut to the chase—to me, it doesn't matter who between you or your father lives longer. My priority is with whom I could hope for a better partnership."And right now, your father has shown more sincerity than you have, which was why I asked Helena to provide him with my pills."Pausing, Charlie then asked, "Are you aware of your father's recent activities? In Northern Europe?""A little," Julien replied. "A data center or something along those lines."Charlie nodded again. "See, I've asked Helena to make him a new offer—I will provide him with one pill should he build an
Charlie had actually invited Julien over to bring him aboard his metaphorical ship.While not particularly down-to-earth, Julien was still the second most important figure in the Rothschild family, and having him on board wouldn't hurt.Moreover, just having drinks with Charlie and Raymond here basically told everyone they were friends. If Harrison knew that Julien was meeting the son of Curtis Wade as well as 'Biden Cole', who had taken the Four-Sided Treasure Tower from the Rothstchilds, he just might have Julien shot.While Julien may not become the head of the Rothschild family anytime soon, he would prove very useful.With Helena basically controlling Harrison and Charlie himself controlling Julien, traveling Stateside would be no different from going home."It seems I must reevaluate my opinion of you now with that attitude."Charlie smiled at Julien and raised his cup, "Come, let's have a toast—to friendship."Julien nodded, picked up his cup, exclaiming cheerfully, "To f
Pausing, Julien then said, "I mostly drink wine and the occasional whiskey.""How much are those, usually?" Raymond asked.Julien thought about it. "If it's table wine, 10,000 to 50,000 USD. For bigger occasions, it'd be something over a hundred thousand."Raymond nodded and pointed at the bottle of Oskian vodka he had bought. "Guess how much that is?"Julein shook his head. "I don't usually drink Oskian alcohol, so I'm not too sure…""Come on," Charlie chuckled. "We're not asking if you know—we're just asking you to take a guess.""Then…" Julien quickly said. "I'm guessing, three thousand?""Three thousand?" Raymond chuckled and shook his head. "That's way too flattering. It's around 7 USD.""Seven bucks?!" Julien exclaimed, and he blurted, "You usually drink something that cheap, Mr. Cole?""Well, not stateside," Raymond smiled. "But I liked it after I ordered one from a diner yesterday. It's cheap, and it has quality."Julien gulped as he stared at his own cup filled to th
Julien flinched and promptly threw his hands up. "No, no, no… please don't say that, Mr. Wade! That's not what I mean—as a son, it's only right that I hope my father lives long and prospers. Why wouldn't I want him to?"Charlie pointed out, "Then why'd you say that I've screwed you over repeatedly?""Oh. I, uh…" Julien wasn't sure how to respond to that, and he groaned unhappily, "I was not being mindful with words. I take that back…" Charlie nodded. "Then, I'll give you another chance.""Huh?" Julien was left confused, and he quickly asked, "Another chance… for what?"Charlie clapped him on the shoulder again, smiling, "We're old friends, aren't we? Why would I screw you over? Anyway, your turn."Julien was left utterly aggrieved as he read through Charlie's intention—that was precisely the definition of screwing him over!If his father knew he had come to Aurous Hill to hang out with these two, especially Biden Cole, he would definitely be removed as heir! And yet, Charlie
Having seen a sliver of the common folk's plight, Julien turned back to the journey at hand.Soon, his MPV arrived at Aurous Hill's Antique Street.As it was closing hours, the place appeared bleak, almost as though it had been completely abandoned. It was only during opening hours and the few hours before closing that the place became most alive anyway.Most of the time, the vendors and employees outnumbered the guests, and during closing hours, it would get very quiet. One wouldn't even find strays here as there weren't scraps around.Still, Julien had no idea what the hell the place was, even as he arrived outside Treasure Measure following the location Charlie had sent.Once he was sure he was at the right place, he called Charlie, immediately sounding respectful and flattering, "I'm here, Mr. Wade. If you don't mind opening the door…""Alright, just hang on," Charlie said and put down the phone while turning to Raymond, who was putting the food on a folding table, "Our frien
The lawyer then finished, "To be honest, cases of regretting a donation and seeking a lawsuit to get the money back? Law firms usually won't even get one per year, and that makes it especially newsworthy for the press."Also, court records are always public. That means anyone can access the verdict, and there's no hiding anything. So, if you want the lawsuit, you'd better be prepared."Jacob was already left in despair.All he wanted was to get his money back, but he didn't think that it would end up as public knowledge.And Mr. Bay had just told him over the phone that he would try to quell the scandal's pressure and try his best to protect Jacob's place as vice president.If Jacob's name was suddenly mentioned in a lawsuit attempting to reclaim an 'accidental' donation, even Mr. Bay couldn't save him at that point.Hence, after thinking long and hard about it, Jacob realized that he was not getting his 300 thousand back.The thought crushed him, and he burst into tears, "What
At this hour, most of the employees at Talbot Associates had already left.However, there were several lawyers who had just finished a meeting regarding a certain case, and they were just leaving when Jacob arrived.Seeing that they were packing up their bags and ready to leave, he asked, "Excuse me, are you still able to take cases?"The leader smiled, "Yes, but it's a little late now. Why don't you come again tomorrow morning?"Jacob shook his head impatiently. "This is very urgent—please help me and hear me out, then see if it will work. 300 thousand banks on this, so I'll give you twenty percent whether or not I get it back!"300 thousand was really neither here nor there.However, if it were an easy civil case, that twenty percent commission would still mean sixty thousand.The lawyer thought about it. "Fine. Tell us what your problem is, and we will assess the situation first. If it's easy, we can give you a general strategy right now. But if it proves difficult, we'll hav
The cabbie nodded. "Well, Talbot Associates, it is! They're said to be number two."-While Jacob was heading off to consult a law firm, Charlie was calling Julien Rothschild over the phone.The manchild had just had room service and was lounging on the couch, fiddling with his phone.After visiting the kennels with Charlie, he had been idling his days away at the hotel, waiting for Salem and his son to post that video of them being out at sea.Once that was done, Julien would return to the States, once more the heir apparent of the Rothschilds. Still, it was boring to simply lounge around in the hotel, and he would really like to strengthen his ties with Charlie.However, he was also afraid of being too forward as Charlie could be intimidating, and he could upset him—just like a fan eager to get close to their idol but was still worried about their idol getting disgusted with them.As such, he never expected Charlie to call him, and he immediately answered eagerly, "Good even