A smile appeared on Helen's face as she immediately recovered her previous confidence."You're even more beautiful than before." Peter could not help praising her."That's my daughter for you," Gina bragged proudly. "She's a natural beauty, unlike that whore Vicky."Gregy nodded repeatedly beside her. "Of course. You were the most beautiful girl back in our school, so Helen would definitely not fall short."He was certainly impressed by Dan's miraculous medicine, just as he was stunned by Helen's beauty.Such a shame that he was not younger… but there was no rule dictating that old men could not date young!While Helen was still busy admiring herself, Gina nudged her. "Thank Mr. Marsh already, Helen. There's no telling how long it would take for you to recover if he didn't speak to Dan Zimmer on your behalf."Helen bowed in gratitude right then. "Thank you, Mr. Marsh…""Oh, it's no big deal," Greg quickly helped her up. "Why don't we have dinner together tonight? I'll book a pr
Frank cleared his throat. "I'm coming downstairs. I have no ties with Helen now, but I have an obligation to protect you as your bodyguard.""Stubborn, aren't you?" Vicky growled through her teeth.Frank soon arrived downstairs, where Vicky and Yara had been waiting for a while.After they got into the car, Vicky smiled and asked, "Do you think Helen would come?"Frank did the math.Helen would have received his ointment yesterday, so her face would have recovered by now."Yeah," he said.Soon, they arrived at a construction site in West City, which was decorated grandly with a red carpet spread over the ground.Many bigwigs were there to partake in the festivities, breathing life to the otherwise barren grounds.Once Vicky parked her car, she glanced at Frank through the rearview mirror. "I'll be socializing with some bigwigs. Are you coming with me?""I'll pass—I hate small talk. Bring Yara with you, but call me if anything comes up."Vicky nodded. "Alright. Feel free to t
Sean naturally did not believe Gina and waved her off impatiently. "That's enough. Stop bothering me already."With those words, he left with Lisa in his arms.Gina was going to speak further when Frank chuckled. "He's not even bothered to talk to you, but you're still sticking your head up his ass.""Shut up! This is none of your business!" Gina shot him a vicious glare.Just then, Vicky strode up onstage, taking the microphone with a professional smile. "We're officially starting the groundbreaking ceremony of the West City Project. Let's give a warm round of applause to welcome Ms. Helen Lane, my partner and the board chair of Lane Holdings…"Applause thundered at her words, and Helen walked up on stage in her blue gown.Sean was clapping half-heartedly until he saw Helen's flawless face.His jaw dropped as he looked on in disbelief. "How the fuck…?!"He had seen with his own eyes how gruesome the scar on Helen's face was, but it was now gone without a trace!And now, looki
Helen was thoroughly disgusted with Sean after learning his true nature at Dynasty.She had certainly misjudged him—even if Frank was a freeloader, he was not a liar like Sean.Sean chuckled, knowing that she was still upset. "I know I was at fault, and I shouldn't have claimed credit for everything—I promise I won't do it again. Just give me a chance…""What chance?" Helen laughed coolly. "We've always been platonic friends, haven't we?"Sean was stumped, but it was clear Helen did not plan to make peace.He was left watching as she disappeared into the time, fuming as he gritted his teeth and cursed under his breath, "Fuck you, Helen! I helped you get this partnership with the Turnbulls, and you'd kick me to the curb? I will make you pay!"-Frank had been sitting on a bench below stage and sunbathing.Helen appeared behind him just then and sat down beside him.Frank slowly opened his eyes, and seeing Helen there, he said, "Oh, if it isn't Ms. Lane. What are you doing here,
Frank frowned at Peter's words.Peter wanted to propose to someone, and that involved Dan Zimmer? The man only had one granddaughter of marriageable age… but surely it could not be Janet? Greg smiled right then. "Don't worry, Peter. I've been keeping that in mind—not only would I help you propose, but I've even recommended you for a new job."He actually did not want to agree to Peter's request, but he somehow came up with the perfect plan last night.If he succeeded, he would have both helped Peter propose while getting him a good job.Peter was taken aback and asked in curiosity, "A job? What is it?"He actually did not work at all, since it was much better to freeload off his sister!Greg smiled. "You'd be working directly under Ms. Turnbull.""Woah… Under Vicky Turnbull?!" Gina was stunned—it was not an opportunity that would come to just anyone!Nudging Peter right then, she snapped, "Where are your manners? Thank Greg already!""Thank you, Mr. Marsh," Peter said with
Frank asked, "Did they come for revenge?""I'm not sure. But we'll know once we meet them," Vicky replied, shaking her head.Even if they did not know what the other side was planning, Vicky was not about to be cowed.She strode forward toward the appointed meeting place, with Frank and Yara quietly following her.They soon arrived at the edge of a hallway and entered the glamorous private room to see a middle-aged man dressed in a suit sitting in the middle and twirling with a wine glass leisurely. His name was Donald Salazar, and he was the second heir of the Salazars who was in charge of all family affairs.All three men had sharp gazes and their very presence was menacing, making it obvious that they were the middle-aged man's bodyguards. And of the three, one was an elderly white-haired man dressed in traditional robes, while the other two were young and robust.Seeing that Vicky had arrived, the middle-aged man put down his glass and flashed an affable smile. "You've kept m
Yara promptly turned toward Frank, appearing hesitant.If she said no, she would appear to be cowering and would embarrass Vicky in turn.But if she said yes, there was no telling what Jaud and the other two would do.On the other hand, Frank remained completely nonchalant—so what if he played along?"And how would you suggest a spar, Mr. White?" he asked.Jaud smiled. "Actually, I'm too old to keep up with you young 'uns… why not spar with my two apprentices instead?"Frank's eyes narrowed right then.The geezer had kept his presence withdrawn, but the composure of his vigor made it obvious he was untold times stronger than his appearance.He was also maintaining a humble demeanor, making it obvious he has no intention of getting involved himself.So, this was probably just a test."Sure." Frank nodded. "Let's see what you've got."Jaud turned toward his two apprentices. "Who's up first, Marco? Polo?"At the same time, Yara strode forward. "Mr. Lawrence, I'm fine on my own
Marco disappeared in a flash, leaving Yara frozen in place while Polo kept charging at her!Yara was trying to threaten Marco so that she could be free, but now that Marco withdrew, she somehow could not move.She felt as if there was an unseen power keeping her in place, her limbs seemingly held in place by four threads.Soon, she was watching as Polo's fist approached her face!"Shit," Yara swore under her breath and closed her eyes in reflex.But at that very moment, Frank whipped out a silver needle and flicked it at Yara's elbow. Yara's body lurched as she suddenly launched a punch!Pow!Right after that, Yara stumbled backward and landed in Frank's arms."Don't move," he whispered into her ears, putting a hand on her shoulder.There were indeed four threads attached to Yara, connecting her to Jaud's palm.No one could see the threads under the sun, and it was Jaud who kept her frozen in place just now, directing his vigor to immobilize her limbs!Yara frowned—even no