His remarks instantly piqued the man across from him.Bert laughed out loud. "Fine. Since you dare propose such an offer to me, I will accompany you to the end."With a clatter, the blond guy shoved out all of the chips in front of him, arrogantly raising his brows and staring at Caleb with disgust."I've placed all of my chips, so where are yours?"Caleb's steely gaze swept a glance at the frightened Murray. He answered casually, "I don't need any chips. All I need is one move to win against you. If I win, that man will be mine. His gambling debt will be written off."Hearing his statements, the man across the table grimaced in obvious discontent.Just before he snapped, Caleb spoke again, calmly and deliberately, "If I lose, I'll triple the number of chips in front of you plus the gambling debt this man owes you."This was a risky trade.However, Bert was once again tempted.These chips in front of him were not in small quantities.Bert was a veteran of this casino. He freq
"What? Are you going to smash your own sign? Have you eaten your words?"Caleb had already noticed that Bert was a man who could be counted on in this drug city. Even if he wasn't the boss, he was one of the most powerful figures.That was why he dared to stop Murray with such arrogance.Bert stood up effortlessly and arrogantly, saying, "That's right!"Caleb appeared out of nowhere with empty gloves and gained so much money from him. How dare he tried to leave now!Caleb's demeanor showed no signs of terror as he glanced at Bert."You have won my money! Do you think it’s that easy to walk away? That is, unless we bet again!"Caleb didn't hold back and scoffed, his eyes filled with contempt."You don't want me to make a bet with you. You just want me to lose to you once, right?"Bert lifted his chin, indicating that Caleb was correct."However, you wouldn't have that chance."The corners of Caleb's mouth raised gradually, and his clear, frigid voice spoke word for word.Ber
However, without waiting for his reaction, two men dragged Murray away as if he weighed nothing.Ember waited impatiently in a black car.She glanced over to the casino and couldn't help but be concerned.Caleb had already gone in for so long. Why hadn't he returned yet?Did he face any danger?Earlier, after Caleb discovered that Murray enjoyed gambling, he had informed Ember right away.Ember was concerned about her mother's condition, so she and Caleb went to the casino immediately.However, since the people in the casino were promiscuous, Caleb did not allow her to accompany him. He preferred to enter alone and place his bet.Ember panicked as she looked out at the dark sky.Just as she was going to leave to check what the scene was like, she noticed two men in black suits walking out of the casino with a person in tow.She soon recognized the man as Murray.Ember opened the car door swiftly after she realized something.The two men in black greeted Ember respectfully b
Ember raised her head, met Caleb’s eyes, and nodded."Relax. Tell us the truth, or we'll take you to those men. I bet they'll be happy to see you," Caleb said calmly. Terrified, Murray sweated profusely.He hesitated and said after a while, "Alright, what do you want to know? I’m afraid I can’t tell you much. I don't know their plan."Ember clenched her fists involuntarily and asked anxiously, "What is the buyer going to use the herbs for?"She was eager to know whether the buyer did it deliberately to stop her from getting the herbs.That would be troublesome.Murray shook his head, "I have no idea. He contacted me all of a sudden and didn't mention his purpose, but I'm sure he's not doing medical research."Ember nodded in confirmation before asking, "What does he look like? Can you describe it in detail?"Caleb took his mobile phone, selected a photo, and showed it to Murray.Murray trembled with fear when he saw the photo. Ember had not met Henry yet. She looked at the
"You never seen us today. Just go with your usual schedule. You can leave now."Murray opened the car door and rushed out without looking back.Ember looked at Caleb and asked desperately, "Caleb, who is he?"As she expected, Caleb spat out a familiar name. "Henry."Ember sank into deep thought when she heard that.Caleb called Allen on the phone. "What’s Henry doing now? I need to know right now.""Got it, Mr. Lane," Allen responded immediately. He started investigating after hanging up the phone.Caleb received a message from Allen after a bit.[Mr. Lane, Henry is going to hold a cocktail party soon.]Caleb narrowed his eyes slightly. That cocktail party was the best breakthrough.He put his phone back in his pocket and said to Ember, "Let’s go home."Ember nodded. Caleb frowned and remained silent, thinking about Henry. He was planning to buy those herbs from Henry.Ember was keenly aware of his drifting thoughts, so she leaned over and asked, "What's wrong?""Nothing
"Okay," Ember responded.She was willing to offer her hug anytime, anywhere, as long as it could comfort her beloved Caleb.It started to drizzle on the way home.Ember got a message from Avery asking when she and Caleb would return. He and Jamie missed them.Ember immediately urged the driver to drive faster. Her children must be lonely right now.Avery and Jamie were waiting for their parents at the front door of Lane Manor.The butler felt sorry for them, so he persuaded, "Avery, Jamie, let’s wait inside. It's raining. You’ll catch a cold."Avery shook his head, holding Jamie's hand, "Thank you, but we want to wait for Mommy and Daddy here."Jamie agreed and smiled.They sat there and waited. Avery felt worried after seeing the rain getting heavier."Where are Mommy and Daddy? Did something bad happen? Is Daddy bullying Mommy again?"Avery was considering tracking their whereabouts with his laptop.The butler was speechless. His young master was so obsessed with his moth
"Okay, let's go in," Ember said softly.Avery nodded. Ember held Avery’s hand, whereas Caleb held Jamie in his arms. They entered the manor a moment later.After putting Jamie down and letting Avery take her upstairs to play, Caleb called Allen again."Contact Henry and tell him I want to buy the herbs from him."Allen sent Caleb a message immediately after contacting Henry."Mr. Lane, Mr. Brooks agreed to meet for the deal at ten o'clock tomorrow morning."Caleb was having dinner with Ember, Avery, and Jamie when he received the message. They enjoyed their dinner. Caleb was confident about the deal.Caleb met Henry at Time Restaurant."Anything I can help you with, Mr. Lane?"Henry touched his beard and looked at Caleb opposite with a playful expression.Even though Caleb tricked him yesterday, it did not bother Henry at all because he knew Caleb would come to him today.Caleb went straight to the point."I’m here to buy the herbs. What’s the price?" Caleb stated while obs
"Wait, calm down, Mr. Lane! Let me finish speaking."Henry smiled and asked Caleb to sit down.Caleb was furious."Well? Spit out!"Henry did not look offended. He just smiled instead."I can't sell the herbs to you, but you can compete with other potential buyers. I’ll hold a cocktail party in a few days. Please bring your wife along. This is the only chance left for you to get the herbs. I wish you the best, Mr. Lane.”Henry handed Caleb an invite with gold linings."I’m hoping to see you there."Caleb could not help but frown. He held the invite tightly until it creased.He was holding his anger for the plan.He put the invite in his pocket with an indifferent expression."Okay, I'll consider it."Caleb left the restaurant after saying so.Then, he called Allen with a terrifying expression."Get someone who looks like a wealthy businessman to approach Henry for the herbs. Don’t alert him.""Roger that, Mr. Lane!"-Caleb went home.Ember was waiting for him and exc