However, Neil was actually interested since the offer Chaz made was exceedingly tempting.That was why he was here to iron out the finer details."Yes. I've spoken to the Salazars myself, and they are all onboard. We'll take over Grande Pharma, oust Vicky Turnbull, and eliminate her gigolo."Still, Neil made a look of disdain. "The Salazars? Haven't they basically fallen apart already? Hell, Drakon—Donald's eldest son—was killed almost as soon as he returned from Sage Lake Sect, and his fiancee's gone without a trace.""True," Chaz said with a grin. "But they used their influence to reach out to the Lionhearts.""The Lionhearts?!" Neil's eyes widened in surprise. "What are you up to?""Nothing, really." Chaz licked his lips and flashed a cunning grin. "But I'm sure that Titus Lionheart won't hold back if he finds out that his fiancee has a lover, don't you think?"Neil was silent since there was a threatening edge in Chaz's tone, but he eventually said bluntly, "It's all Frank L
Vicky then told Frank, "Your fight with the Lanes aside, I think Helen is innocent. Don't put yourself through a lifetime's worth of regret out of a moment of pettiness."And with those words, she drove away in his Maybach at top speed.Frank thought about her words and decided that he had to admit Vicky was right. To a certain extent, she had tailed Chaz with him because she did not want him regretting anything.As a matter of fact, Frank had not gotten over Helen either. He knew full well that the same went for her too, but she could not see the truth and kept being deceived into making the wrong choice. They were married for three years, and such a long relationship was not so easily ended."Stupid girl…" Frank sighed as he strode into White Court Hotel.-In Room 808, Chaz's bodyguards shoved Helen into the bathroom, splashing cold water on her.Her head cleared considerably, and despite her reluctance, she was dusting herself off after staying depressed for three days.S
Chaz was still keeping up with his nice guy act, his tone as humble as it was gentle."Oh, if only my daughter had met you earlier." Gina sighed over the phone. "Anyway, just come home soon. Let's get you married to Helen soon.""Sure, Mrs. Lane.""By the way, can we really return to the main family? Jade's been threatening us, saying they'd never let us go back…""Don't worry, Mrs. Lane. My family's word holds sway in Southstream…""That's wonderful!"Beep.Chaz played another recording soon after."Oh, Chaz… Hughie is so useless, getting killed by some gigolo. Come over tonight. I'm so lonely…" Cindy was purring."Haha! I'll come for you when I'm done with your cousin, you minx!""That's a promise. You must come tonight… By the way, I'm also game if you need help holding Helen down…"In the bathroom, Helen's heart sank rock bottom as the recordings finished playing."Just give up and give in to me already." Chaz chuckled outside. "Your whole family are all agreeable to yo
Helen was stupefied—she had never expected this.Her grandfather's will was clear: leave the family to be with Frank and follow her conscience.She had certainly made up her mind after being told about Chaz's true nature, but his threat left her in despair.If she refused Chaz, he would go after Frank.Yes, Frank was a fighter, but could he defeat the might of the Lionhearts?And they had the backing of Volsung Sect with hundreds of apprentices and countless Skyrank elites among their ranks.It was impossible—Frank would end up destroyed, and Vicky could get caught in the crossfire too.It would not be just them either—her family and the company she worked so hard to develop in three years would all be reduced to dust.Helen was silent and turned toward Chaz, trembling. "I-If I marry you, would you spare Frank?""Of course! I love you, Helen. Why would I bother with him if you marry me? I'm such a gentleman." Chaz smiled.That smile only left Helen disgusted—to think that her
Helen's mouth was open, but she could not say what was plaguing her mind. Frank then turned to her and said solemnly, "I know there's some misunderstanding between us, but I hope you'll see the truth and not get misled. However, you have to trust me… Do you trust me, Helen?"Frank had never spoken to Helen like that before, and she could scream that she did.She put her hand on his palm, wanting to throw herself in his arms so much just then!However, just as she was about to give in to her desire, Chaz sneered as she dissuaded her. "Are you forgetting something, Helen?"Yes… There was Chaz himself and Titus.Helen was certainly embittered—she wanted to leave with Frank so badly, but so what?She knew Frank's temper and that he would never give in—and that meant death.As for her, should she choose love and cause the death of the man she so dearly loved?Helen withdrew her hand as if jolted, lowering her gaze while fighting back her tears. "I never trusted you, Frank. I-I'm m
Frank stared at Helen in disbelief. "Did you just hit me?""I…"Helen's palm was shaking as she stared at the palm print she left on Frank's face, her heart aching.But she could not apologize—instead, she leapt at him as if crazed, pushing him while shielding Chaz even as she bellowed through tears, "That's enough! You killed my grandfather—are you going to kill my fiance too?! Just get out of here! We'll go our separate ways now, and I don't want us to see each other anymore!"Frank watched her hysterical ravings, his knuckles loosening as he forced a smile. "Helen, you're being threatened by him, aren't you? Just tell me, and I'll handle it. Trust me."Helen hung her head, avoiding looking him in the eye in fear that she would lose control right then. "No one is threatening me! This is all my decision! Stop fantasizing and leave!""…I see." Frank clenched his knuckles as he turned to leave, really giving up just then.As the elevator doors closed behind him, Helen fell to h
Trevor was hardly young, but he would die in service of Frank.He gritted his teeth as he picked up a bottle of red wine and chugged it, but he was already flushed to his ears halfway through one.On the other hand, Frank remained perfectly fine even as he emptied his bottle and watched as Trevor wobbled as if on the brink. "You don't have to push yourself, Trevor.""No… Stop it, Mr. Lawrence… All that I am… is because…" Trevor mumbled unintelligibly, clearly out of the game already.Frank shook his head in exasperation and beckoned at Trevor's bodyguard who stood by the doorway."Send him home," Frank said. "He's been wearing himself out worrying about me—he ought to get some proper rest."Trevor struggled even as he was taken away, while Frank was left sitting alone and drinking away his sorrows at the spacious booth.Soon, there were rows of bottles lining his table, though Frank was not using his Birthright rank abilities to nullify the alcohol's effects. In fact, he started
Aria's mocking left the thugs incensed, though she was not afraid.Having seen Frank fight, she knew for sure that these thugs would never win against Frank, and there were also his many connections!Aria was certainly eager to sink her claws into a man who was rich, handsome, and well-connected. If it was not for Winter's persistent refusal to tell her where they lived, she would be showing up on Frank's doorstep to seduce him.And now that she ran into him, she was not about to give up on such a perfect chance!A thug like Tuck was nothing more than a worm compared to Frank!Tuck was glaring coldly at Frank in turn. "Last warning, kid. Get out of here if you know what's good for you."Frank frowned and glanced at Aria beside him. He was in a bad mood, and these pests had to keep bothering him.But he was unable to avoid Aria, so he had to brace himself and chase away the thugs. "Find someone else if you're seeking trouble. It's in your best interest not to mess with me.""F