Sonia was fuming. She bellowed, “Peter Carmine, stop being a bully! Sumeria is not your backyard that allows you to do whatever you like.” “Hahaha…” As a wealthy second generation from the capital, Peter assumed a higher status than others, and he did not care about the dignitaries in Sumeria, not even the Timberlands who were one of the big three families. “I don’t want to waste my time with you. I’ll be waiting for you at the Stardust Complex. If you have what it takes, then bring it on.” A hint of viciousness flashed on his face as he scoffed at Sonia. Then, he wanted to leave the cafe. Andrius, who had been quiet the entire conversation, finally spoke, “I don’t want you to waste my time either. Give us back the Stardust Complex and we shall still be on negotiation terms. I can simply turn a blind eye to this. But, if you insist, then not only you but your whole family will suffer the consequences and pay a hefty price.” His words made Peter laugh out loud. Even the bo
“So, you are the master of the Carmines? You’re early,” Andrius said with a smile after he had a glance at Dexter. Since Dexter was so punctual and eager to receive his punishment, there was no way he would welcome the man with a frosty reaction. Dexter was slightly surprised when he saw the electric bike. However, since the rider spoke and he seemed to be heading into the Royal Gardens, he must be the Wolf King. Dexter wore a flattering smile and wanted to bow at Andrius. “Wolf King…” “Father, what are you talking about?” Peter pulled his father back and said scornfully, “He’s the man that I told you about earlier, the man that Sonia had with her earlier. He’s not the Wolf King.” Dexter’s expression plunged into bitterness immediately. The master of the Carmines almost mistook someone else for the Wolf King! If this got out, how embarrassing would it be?! “Andrius Moonshade, this is the Royal Gardens, the Wolf King’s private mansion.” Peter scoffed and sized up And
“Wolf King, it’s my fault for not teaching my son right, hence giving him the chance to offend you.” Dexter knelt beside Peter, kowtowing repeatedly to ask for forgiveness. He knew that once Andrius put the blame on him or his son, the entire Carmines would be done for. “Enough,” Andrius said casually. He added, “I can spare you and your family in Kiyoto, but you will have to surrender half of your current assets.” Half?! It was a severe punishment. The Carmines had gone through multiple generations of hard work, internal conflicts, and business expansion to reach the current scale. Now, Dexter was forced to surrender half of them. “Yes. Yes. I will surrender half of our current assets. Immediately!” Dexter nodded repeatedly. He dared not argue with the Wolf King. Surrendering half of his family’s assets was a severe punishment, but it was better than what the Millers and the Crestfalls of the capital had suffered. “I will make the necessary arrangements when I go back
Soon, it was time for the opening ceremony to start. The emcee went on stage and announced, “Now, let us begin the opening ceremony for Celestial Enterprise!” Sonia, who was the person in charge of the company, went on stage and started the opening ceremony. Click! Click! Click! Shutters snapped ceaselessly as the reporters took pictures of her on stage, capturing a historic moment for the company. Celestial Enterprise started off strong. It contained all the assets and businesses of the Millers and the Crestfalls. In addition to the Timberlands’ own resources, it became a behemoth in the industry. It would surely affect the economy of Sumeria, or even the entire East River State, in the future. “Ms. Timberland!” “What are your thoughts on including the Timberlands’ business into Celestial Enterprise?” “Ms. Timberland!” “What are your plans for the next five to ten years?” “Ms. Timberland!” “Are the Timberlands the backbone of Celestial Enterprise?” The reporter
The audience and reporters had no idea what happened but the thugs were mortified. They were notorious men themselves and they knew exactly what the red dots meant. The red dots from a sniper! They were all under multiple snipers’ crosshairs! Any unusual movement and the snipers would certainly put a bullet through their skulls! The thugs were bullies of the city, but with that many red dots aimed at their heads, their temper and arrogance were replaced by obedience and timidity. Fwoosh! A company of soldiers came from all directions, armed with weapons that were loaded with real bullets, and surrounded the thugs immediately. Thump! All the thugs were horrified. They fell to their knees and put their hands above their heads without a second thought. “We’re sorry!” “We were wrong!” “Please don’t kill us! We were under orders!” Everyone was horrified. Some wet their pants, some kowtowed repeatedly, begging for their lives, and some cried excruciatingly even thou
Did Celestial Enterprise have the support of the military? After the reporter left, Mr. Longman contacted his superior, Dean Mitchell, the chairman of Simon-Tooke, to inform him what happened. “The military?” Dean was unfazed after learning what happened. He scoffed and said, “Is this why Celestial Enterprise has the nerves to compete against us?” “Longman, you don’t need to be afraid. It’s common to have a military background nowadays. I will take the first plane to Sumeria after I am done with my business here. “The whole of Sumeria and the East River State saw what happened this time. Celestial Enterprise boldly stands against Simon-Tooke. If we don’t teach them a lesson, any Tom, Dick and Harry in the future might stand in the way of Simon-Tooke!” Dean sounded exceptionally frosty on the phone. Mr. Longman was overwhelmed with joy. If Simon-Tooke also had the support of the military, he did not need to be so concerned or afraid. Breathing a sigh of relief, he asked
Luna smiled. It cheered her up thinking about it. University graduates usually had high hopes for the future. They were passionate, ambitious, and energetic. Without insisting, Luna said, “It’s a good thing that you want to step out and give things a try, but I have a lot to do now, I can’t leave. Why don’t I ask your cousin-in-law to bring you around? At least, you don’t have to worry about getting duped.” Cousin-in-law? Rainbow immediately thought of Andrius and Noir. She still had the picture with Noir on her phone. She nodded happily. “Yes! Of course!” Luna then called Andrius, asking, “Andrius, where are you now?” “I’m… drinking. What’s wrong?” Andrius was on his electric bike, riding towards Noir’s garage for a few glasses. “Why are you drinking at this hour? Stop it.” Luna sighed helplessly. “Rainbow is here and she wants me to help her find a job. I want you to take my place and bring her around.” Andrius was then forced to make a U-turn back to New Moon C
Meanwhile, in the meeting room, the interviewer cum recruiter, Javier Rosstrum, pushed the resume back to the interviewee and said to her, “Jess, you lack working experience, but Celestial Enterprise prioritizes personal skills. I wonder if you have any outstanding skills.” The interviewee, Jess, pondered in silence for a moment before she shook her head. “I’m a fresh grad. What kind of skills are you looking for?” “A fresh grad, eh…” Javier sighed pitifully. He reached out to Jess’ hand on the table. “Then, I would like to see how far you are willing to go. How about your sincerity?” Sincerity? Seeing the perverted look on Javier, Jess knew what was going on instantly. She looked down but she moved her hand forward. She said shyly, “What kind of sincerity?” “That kind of sincerity…” Javier touched her hand as the lust in him went out of control. It was soft! It was smooth! The taste of youth! Bang! It was then Andrius kicked the door open and stormed into the meeting