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
Isaac smiled playfully as he said, “You want to know who gave me the courage to do this? Sorry, but this authority was given to me by the young master of the Wade family!” If it was under any normal circumstances, as the spokesperson of the Wade family, Isaac naturally would not dare to directly get into a conflict and confrontation with the Webb family using the Wade family name. How would he have the courage to break the leg of the father and son from the Webb family?However, this decision today was not made by himself, but was an order that had been given directly by his young master!If the young master of the Wade family had said that he wanted the father and son dead, Isaac would do it immediately without any hesitation whatsoever. Besides, the Wade family would definitely back him up and give him all the support and protection he needed!Thus, Isaac had no qualms about his actions at all.Donald and his son were completely stunned!The young master of the Wade family wan
Donald was on the verge of collapse!He knew that he was entirely powerless now! After coming to Aurous Hill, he was not able to uncover the identity of the culprit who had harmed his second son. Instead, both he and his eldest son had lost one of their legs each…Right then, Isaac’s men walked up to Donald and grabbed hold of his right leg, hitting his kneecap directly… Donald felt an extremely sharp pain in his right knee, and he felt as though he was about to pass out from the pain.Donald ground his teeth to stop himself from screaming out loud in pain. However, he could only endure the severe and excruciating pain for less than ten seconds before he let out a loud and horrifying cry!Isaac glared coldly at Donald before he snorted in disdain. “Who do you think the Webb family is? You actually have the audacity to act rashly on the Wade family’s territory? This is just a small punishment to teach you a lesson today! If you dare to offend the Wade family again in the future, t
Donald trembled in fear before he turned around and asked nervously, “Mr. Cameron, do you have any other orders for us?” Isaac pointed at Johnny and the other four men who were lying on the ground before he said coldly, “I want the both of you to drag these five dogs out of this place right now! I do not want them to dirty my Shangri-La any further!”“I…” Donald felt very anxious and felt as though he was going to vomit blood! It took him a moment to come to his senses before he blurted out, “Mr. Cameron, I have already told you that the five of them have nothing to do with the Webb family any longer. You can do whatever you want with them. You can even kill them if you want to.”Isaac replied coldly, “Did you forget what I just said earlier? These five men have works of art engraved on their foreheads. I want you to bring them back to the Webb family mansion with you. I want you to make sure that you wait on them and treat them well for the rest of their lives. You cannot allow
After Donald’s complete compromise, the injured and crippled father and son could only try desperately to carry Johnny and the other four bodyguards out of the Shangri-La hotel. Both of them were already crippled, but Sean was in an even more miserable state. He had a broken hand and leg. Therefore, it was extremely difficult for him to carry the five men out of the hotel. The father and son could only use all of their strength and effort to drag Johnny out. They could not help but pant from the exhaustion with every step they took.They were not only extremely tired and exhausted, but their broken leg was also hurting terribly.At this time, neither one of them dared to say anything or make any noise at all. They could only grit their teeth as they persisted in dragging those five men out.Isaac crossed his arms in front of his chest as though he was enjoying a good show in front of him. He simply watched as the father and son exerted all of their strength to drag the five men
At this time, Kian, who had been at the Webb family mansion in Sudbury, suddenly gave Donald a call. He had just regained his consciousness after finishing his extra meal. Kian called his father regardless of the horrible and foul stench in his mouth. Donald did not expect to receive a phone call from his youngest son at this time.After all, the latter had been very depressed during this period. Every time he finished eating his meal, he would only feel like dying and committing suicide. He was in a very decadent state, and he did not want to see or talk to anyone at all.Donald could not understand why his youngest son would be calling him at this time.Could it be because Kian had heard about what had happened to him and his eldest son? Did Kian call him to comfort him?Donald could not help but feel somewhat relieved as he thought about this.However, as soon as he answered the call, he could hear Kian’s extremely flustered voice over the other end of the line. “Dad! Some
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