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Luna then continued, "I can ignore one man who harbors endless hate for me, but this is a delicate time for me—a pivotal moment, since I'll be soon visiting the White family and meeting Jimmy Cash. I would never let anyone ruin it, even if there's only a sliver of chance.""Tell Panther—I don't care what he did, but I want results. He doesn't have to kill Ted—but at least leave him bedridden for six months and unable to speak forever. Once that's done, I can assign him some of Lunacorp's projects for the next year. I'm sure he understands how generous a reward that is.""But if he can't do it, then we just have to find someone else from Melville's underbelly. Tell him to sleep on it."Luna seemed nonchalant as she spoke, but her words sent a chill down Josie's spine.Did Luna really just say all that?She understood the carrot-and-stick method, or using their mob connections. But they were still talking about a man she used to love—just because he might pose a slight threat, Luna
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The strict standards for Adam White's eighteenth birthday ensured an exclusive event, with entry only for invited guests.Luna was confident Adam would definitely send her an invitation, but it wasn't coming, and she was growing restless.Hearing that, Josie quickly said, "I've made queries, and the White family said that they have sent it, and we'd receive it by today."Luna's face lit up with delight—the fact that the White family sent it meant they were invited, and her anxiety melted away.However, she soon developed a scowl when she heard Josie say, "However, I heard that the invitation is for you and Ted York. I'm afraid they don't know about your divorce."It was only natural—Luna had only gotten divorced yesterday, and with no announcements, no one would know.It wasn't that she didn't want to announce it—she'd rather surprise Jimmy Cash in person, and besides, divorce wasn't anything to brag about.If the divorce got ugly and became public knowledge, the White family mi
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With those words, Adam sighed. "Our family has reigned and prospered for a hundred years precisely because of peace and talented individuals among our youth. Save for your brother, you're the grandchild I think most highly of. The family's future rests on you boys."Adam might be in high spirits and good health, but death spared no one—how much longer could he live anyway?As for his family, they might still be prospering, but Adam was especially aware that the higher they climbed, the harder they'd fall.Even if the many issues plaguing the family didn't rear their ugly heads for now, what would happen after he was gone?It was something really worth considering…Samuel, on the other hand, shook his head. "You're still perfectly healthy, grandpa—you'll live another fifty years, no problem. And I can't match Yuvan in talent, so you should be relieved that he's around to keep things together."Adam laughed and gave Samuel a bump in the head. "I'm eighty—I'd be a freak if I lived a
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Having stood for a century, the White family was naturally as rich as it was powerful.However, what was unseen mattered to them even more than what was apparent. For example, the connections that Adam spent decades cultivating could be considered an unseen form of wealth.Looking Samuel straight in the eye, Adam said, "Actually, I have a really bad feeling about this banquet, and a hunch tells me conflict will arise… However, any problem can be resolved. Remember, we are family, and family shouldn't undermine the interests of another family member—always keep that in mind."There are those whom you can clearly read from first glance. And be it you, Yuvan, or any other member of the White family, no one is going to make enemies for no reason—or cause a blood feud. I am sure of that…"So, it must be said that there are those whom you think you can read from first glance, but are anything but what they appear to be. These people are the ones whom our family must receive with the utmo
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As Adam stopped laughing, he cast a solemn look at Samuel. "However, this is exactly what I'm saying—do you really think that Master York's piece doesn't deserve its placement?""Naturally, I won't compare this piece to the works of past masters, even if I believe that Master York's work doesn't dull in comparison. However, one can't deny that past masters had the benefit of time for their frames to mature, so who could really say Master York's piece doesn't deserve this place?""In fact, forget its presence here—the fact that I had Master York's piece front and center is not just because he saved me. I believe that the painting itself merits its place.""Let me put it to you this way, Samuel. Given the standard, what would you think of this piece if it was the work of a famous past master?" "On one hand, a renowned master painter; on the other, an anonymous civilian."Samuel smiled—it went without saying, "The famous master painter's work would be more valuable, naturally. Even
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Adam wasn't at all surprised to see how shocked Samuel was—his grandson notwithstanding, he'd been equally astounded when he met 'Ted York'.Even if it had been ten years since they first met—even if their actual first meeting had been brief, the face of that prodigious heir to the White family who once shook the imperial capital was unforgettable."They are indeed one and the same," he said as he smiled at Samuel. "I had my suspicions when we first met, and this painting only confirms it beyond any uncertainty. "His appearance has certainly changed considerably, and he didn't carry himself like that mild-mannered child from Bastion. But no one can imitate that presence of his that seemed to resonate from his very bones."So, do you understand why I'm making you look at this painting again?"Samuel nodded repeatedly, still in shock.He and Yuvan were quite famous amongst the rich and privileged of Eastport, even Easton—not as mere rich kids, but with accomplishments their family
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Though talent might fade, it was universally agreed that Theodore Quill's would not. Even if the man ended up crippled or held against his will for decades, he would certainly shine again if he returned, and none would ever challenge that.So how could Ted York be Theodore Quill?Even Adam appeared to have mixed feelings on the matter. He sighed and shook his head. "I wouldn't know—the man was an enigma from start to finish. However, you shouldn't forget that when he came to save me, it'd been seven years since he disappeared from the public eye."What could have happened, that the Quills and even his own parents considered him a taboo? We had no knowledge of what he endured in those seven years, only that he had been living in Melville for the last few, as an average civilian."But you must understand—Theodore Quill will always be Theodore Quill, a man who single-handedly propelled the Quill family back to the pinnacle of Draconia. He was fifteen back then—he's thirty now. Are you
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After some thought, Samuel looked up at Adam. "Don't worry, grandpa. I know what to do… but I do have a question. "Back when you instructed us to assist Master York's wife in secret, Jimmy Cash was doing the same. Is it possible that he and his family know too?"Lunacorp's rapid development over the past few years was all thanks to Jimmy Cash and the White family's help. However, as the White family's assistance came slightly later than the Cash family's, it appeared that their contribution was more of a favor to the Cash family.And now that Samuel knew Ted's true identity, he couldn't help but have questions.Adam chuckled and nodded in turn. "I'm sure the head of the Cash family knows, but not necessarily Jimmy. Like Yuvan, he was most likely told to be nice to Master York but nothing more than that… I'm quite sure about it."Samuel chuckled at his grandfather's words, "Then I definitely got lucky… By the way, should I send a separate invitation, or personally invite Master Yo
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Pantera smiled.He had been worried Ted would conceal the identity of this woman who had dumped him, only for this Panther of Melville to come running in and mention her out of the blue.It was a huge coincidence, but Pantera frowned at Panther's rude entrance without a knock.He stayed quiet, since Panther was supposedly Ted's friend, and waited to see how Ted reacted—even though Panther didn't really look like a friend.Wolfie, meanwhile, rolled his eyes and glared at Panther like he was an idiot.He knew a bit of the state of Easton's underworld and had more or less heard of Panther. He was at best a little infamous and didn't bolster much strength… to put it harshly, Mr. Zarkonnen and the others really didn't care about him.And while Wolfie wouldn't have cared what Panther did to Ted before, things were different now.As such, both Wolfie and Pantera stayed silent, waiting to see what Ted would do.That was when Ted frowned at Panther and asked quietly, "Panther, you say?
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Ted York, the former Quill family heir, also known as Theodore the Magnificent, King of the Celestial Throne, the Forsaken Emperor whose name shook the world, and the Tenth Monarch whose existence left the world breathless, was divorced? And dumped?Was that even remotely possible? The woman had to be crazy to do that.Beyond others, the countless women who admired Ted York would've all gone crazy for him.Even Wolfie, who had been silent as he stood nearby, could see that Pantera was skeptical.Pantera aside, he himself was left to wonder.He naturally knew about Ted's divorce but didn't have all the details. While he thought nothing of it before, having been around Ted and seeing the things happening around him left him questioning if Luna Lambert was really worthy of Ted.Finding a man like Ted was nothing less than a miracle against all odds, yet Luna dumped him, just like that?She had to be deranged…Nonetheless, Ted, smiling, asked quietly, "When have I ever joked about
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Meanwhile, Panther put away his phone and looked up at the sign that said 'Charity Hearts', hesitant if he should barge in to capture Ted York or wait outside.He couldn't make a scene, not in Eastport—Luna notwithstanding, he himself was reluctant, as things could go bad if his presence there became known.Checking the time, he mused to himself for a moment before turning to his henchmen. "Do you think we should wait or go in?"Naturally, we have to be quiet even if we are grabbing him. Ideally, we should force Ted to come quietly so that no one notices."Panther's henchmen were left scowling at his question.How were they supposed to respond? Why were there so many restrictions when they were supposed to just grab one man?Sure, there were pros to going in, but that was only if Ted came quietly with them.One of them said, "If it were up to me, we should go in. Let's pretend to be customers, and once we find where Ted is, we will go up to him and greet him like we're old frien
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Luna continued, "Moran Group has a strong influence in Easton, the family is not to be underestimated. Most importantly, they are a client we got with our own efforts, and that makes them our contact. If we want respect, we need to accomplish something on our own instead of relying constantly on others' connections."Josie nodded quietly, though she appeared hesitant. "Do we really have to? He's nothing good, and he was already lusting after you the first time. It'd be dangerous if we went straight into his turf."Leslie Moran's entire appearance was inherently sleazy—fiftyish, balding, and fat-bellied—but the man was somehow even sleazier than he looked.The prior breakdown of negotiations stemmed from Leslie's solicitation of sexual favors, including engaging in overtly frisky and vulgar conduct at the table.Just remembering it left Josie sick, as she had been molested herself. While Luna had the White family's protection, Leslie didn't know that, revealing his true nature.H
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Upon Panther's arrival at Easton, Luna and Josie, having departed earlier, naturally arrived as well.However, they were still in Luna's car, and Josie promptly put Panther's call on speaker so Luna could hear everything.Orphanage? Orphans? Spending the whole morning playing?Luna was perplexed—did Ted lose his mind? Did he really think she wouldn't find him?And instead of fleeing, he ran off to be charitable? Did he truly have nothing better to do? Or perhaps he was hoping to build good karma?Still, she remained indifferent to Ted's true thoughts and promptly told Panther, "Just do as I said before. I don't care what you do as long as you grab and restrain him."Panther promptly nodded. "Alright, Ms. Lambert! Don't worry, I know what to do. It might take some time since you told us not to cause a scene, and this restaurant—Charity Hearts, is a little important, so we have to be smart about this. But don't worry, it will be done in an hour."Luna cared little about the proces
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Would anyone believe it even if they were told? Naturally, there was a chance that it was true, but how important did the family have to be to actually disrespect someone like Pantera?And while Pantera knew nothing about Ted's personal life, Wolfie did all too well.The man wasn't just married—he was divorced, and to add insult to injury, he was labeled a loser and the one who got dumped.To Wolfie, it still felt like a dream.On top of that, he was interested to see how Luna Lambert would react upon discovering this. After all, the ex-husband whom she had deemed a loser turned out to be the former heir of the Quill family, a prominent guest of the White family, Viper Scorch's friend, and now, Pantera Medlar's esteemed boss.Still, it would most likely feel like a lottery winner who lost their ticket—they'd be wishing they were dead.On the other hand, Pantera's question left Ted in silence.Should he lie? No, that was unnecessary.And he wasn't afraid of embarrassing hims
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When Ted York started laughing, Wolfie should have done the same, as should anyone given the opportunity to be acknowledged by a member of the Celestial Throne.But now, he didn't think of it that way. As soon as he found out about how mysterious and powerful Ted really was, he promptly threw away all his opinions and observations towards the man, because none of it was right.Seeing Ted's laugh now, Wolfie didn't perceive joy, but the same amusement he saw in Pantera.Still, Pantera actually couldn't quite catch up, and turned towards Ted as he blurted in disbelief, "I mean, I don't care how ambitious this Zarkonnen character is, but he really has the support of the East King and Lord Cloudrider? Haha! When did the Celestial Throne change its policy?"Pantera merely chuckled and eyed Wolfie. He couldn't say it because his presence might derail Ted's plan.Ted simply smiled faintly in return and said quietly, "People change, just as time changes a great many things… including pe
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Pantera pursed his lips—what was wrong with Theodore the Magnificent? And it was certainly much better than 'Pants'!However, there was no helping it since Ted was the boss, and even if Pantera was himself a big deal to everyone else, he was still just an obedient henchman to Ted, a fact he would never dare argue.Ted chuckled just then. "Relax—no need to get so nervous, Wolfie. Just remember what I told you, and proceed as you should. It won't affect me if you spill the beans, but I'm going to be really upset. And if I'm upset, everything you begged for earlier won't count. Understood?""Remember the story I told you earlier? So cherish what you have and don't disappoint me."Regardless of whether Ted's words held weight, they were certainly preferable to no assurances.Wolfie was immediately profoundly grateful towards Ted, and he suddenly saw him in a different light.All the animosity and resentment Wolfie had previously harbored suddenly turned into boundless admiration for
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Wolfie, however, remained on his knees, trembling and afraid to make a sound.At this point, whatever Ted York said was law—Wolfie would not dare offer even a whisper of dissent.However, he was genuinely worried about Mr. Zarkonnen, which was why he disregarded what happened to himself and begged Ted.He would never believe anything Ted said, but he was powerless, and he suspected that he wouldn't leave alive.Was what he was witnessing knowledge he should possess?Absolutely not. It had to be a secret, but Ted wasn't keeping him out of the loop.What did that mean? Was he planning to silence him? Wolfie did not even dare to think. He tried nonetheless, "M-Mr. York, I don't mind dying, and I know I have no right to ask you for anything, but I owe Mr. Zarkonnen a tremendous debt and he saved my life on numerous occasions, and I couldn't repay him. All I can do is implore you to spare his life, and I will die without regret. Please find some mercy in your heart…"Ted sighed,
