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Risks and returns were always proportional to each other. When the housing prices were on the rise, Dominion would profit a lot. But as soon as the risk presented itself, Dominion would be destroyed.In his office, Austin silently gazed out the window.He had already heard from Ezra that Reginald would be buying two plots of land in west city. He knew that it wouldn't amount to much, but now, he would buy as much time as he could.The only thing he could do right now was to think of ways to delay the time when the west city would explode.The final results would still depend on the Campbell family. It was dependent on whether Walter or Dorothy won!This battle was an internal fight in the Campbell family.This was no longer something Austin could control.Even Austin had to gaze up at the sky called the Campbell family.And now, the sky was shifting!The only thing Austin could do was to hold out for as long as possible and wait for the winner to emerge!If Walter managed to
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Wolf's expression shifted.In an instant, a ferocious light gleamed in his eyes as he strode toward the entrance."Stop!"Austin shouted in anger."Mr. Campbell…"Wolf turned around. He was about to explain, but when he met Austin's gaze, he immediately swallowed the words he was about to say.At that moment, Austin's face was covered in blood.However, he didn't reveal even the slightest bit of pain. His expression was cold, and the look in his eyes was oddly deep and calm.Even Wolf felt chills running down his spine when he saw that gaze.The sudden scene had also quieted the worked-up homebuyers at the entrance."Everyone, I didn't expect Wirtucon to shelve their plans to enter the city, either. Indeed, this incident will make waves in this city, and you'll also worry whether you'll lose your hard-earned money or not."Austin's voice was calm, but he tried to speak as loudly as he could, trying his best to make his voice sound clear enough for everyone to hear."As Domi
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"Austin, are you really sure you want to do this?" Matt was the person closest to Austin in the company, so at that moment, he was the first to voice the question.As he asked, he even took some tissue to wipe the blood on Austin's face.Taking the tissue, Austin held it against the wound on his head. He smiled helplessly. "What I need now is time!"Time?The employees were all stunned.The elevator doors opened.Austin walked into the elevator.Before Matt and the others could get in, he pressed the floor button and closed the doors.In the narrow and closed-off space of the elevator, Austin leaned against the wall, feeling extremely tired."Is three days enough time for them to have a winner?"The fights in the Campbell family were beyond his capabilities.Even Mason and Taylor, who were heirs like him, couldn't intervene for sure!This was a matter of position!If three days wasn't enough time for Walter to defeat Dorothy, Austin could only resort to his last move.Tak
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Austin was exhausted, and he slept very soundly.The next morning, when Dahlia brought Austin's breakfast up to his room, she finally woke him up.Austin smiled when he saw the breakfast before him. "Mom, I'm not a child anymore. Why are you bringing me breakfast to my bed?"Smiling, Dahlia said, "You'll always be a child to me."Austin chuckled. Then, he began to eat his breakfast.After the meal, Austin got out of bed and washed up. Then, he went downstairs.Ezra and Aldus were watching the morning news in the living room.When Ezra saw Austin, he waved his hand and smiled in amusement. "Sir, come and look at this piece of news. It's quite something."Austin went over to them curiously. When he saw the news, he froze for a moment. "Jacob has also acquired a plot of land in the west city?""Interesting, isn't it?" Ezra's smile was odd.Austin shook his head. "That old fox is being careful."Aldus asked in confusion, "Sir, Mr. Lockwood, what does this mean?"Ezra explained
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The female reporter felt a little awkward as she asked, "It's a first for large-scale home refunds in this city, and it may cause Dominion to go bankrupt. What are your opinions on this matter?"The man sneered. "What does Dominion's bankruptcy have to do with me? They can die all they want, but I'll survive. I don't care as long as I can get my money back!"Just then, someone ahead in the line shouted, "The doors are opening!"In an instant, the neat line dispersed, forming a heavy crowd that rushed toward the sales center.The reporter tried to continue the interview with the man, but the man cruelly shoved the reporter away."Get lost, you annoying flies! I have a refund to claim. Don't get in my way!"The reporter staggered and fell onto the ground. She scraped her arm, and it started to bleed.The other people around her tried to squeeze their way into the sales center as they reprimanded the reporter."Come on, stop getting in the way, brat. Step aside. Clear the way!""
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The night went by in silence.Early the next morning, once again, long lines were formed outside the four sales centers under Dominion.The media, who were waiting early on, had already set up their cameras and microphones.Dominion's refunding crisis had attracted the attention of everyone in the city.This was huge news that no one would want to miss out on!In the Hydra Gardens sales center, the group of Dominion employees gazed at the long line outside in despair.They could even foresee that the homebuyers for the remaining 30% of the houses would be getting refunds today as well.When they recalled how the listings in Hydra Gardens were sold out within a day, they couldn't help their dejection.After today, Dominion would return to its original state, and it might even fall into the deep abyss!"Hey, when are you guys opening the doors?"It wasn't working hours yet, but the people lining up were already urging the employees impatiently."You're all here already, so wha
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To Matt's surprise, Austin was seated in front of his computer just like he had been yesterday. He gazed at the real-time data feedback, emotionless and calm."Austin…" Matt called out in a low voice. "You can confide in me. It's bad for your health if you shoulder everything alone."Obviously, Matt didn't think that things were the same for Austin as it used to be. In the past, Austin already had a plan in mind, so he behaved very calmly.But now, Austin was behaving like this just to reassure his employees, and he suppressed everything alone."We only have 10% left."Pointing at the screen, Austin smiled bitterly.Matt said in determination, "It's alright, Austin. If push comes to shove, we can just start over. I'll follow you wherever you go!""What nonsense are you saying?" Raising an eyebrow, Austin pointed at the chair beside him. "Sit there and play on your phone or something."Matt was bewildered.He wondered if Austin had suppressed his feelings so much that even his
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Cecily Enterprises was a huge international company.It also dealt with international trade and major infrastructure projects.But Austin never expected Cecily's dad to be the chairman of Cecily Enterprises!Also, he didn't think that Edward had decided to invest out of nostalgia like the news had claimed.Edward had kept Yandell Corp around, which was already a nice enough gesture toward his hometown.If Edward truly intended to invest in this city, with how huge Cecily Enterprises was, he would have done it a long time ago.Also, there were many better plots of land in this city. With the scale of Cecily Enterprises, if they wanted to invest, they could've gotten any of those lands in this city.Why would they settle in west city, which was just beginning its redevelopment?They were clearly trying to support Dominion on purpose!They did what Wirtucon couldn't do.Also, Cecily Enterprises could definitely raise the west city's value."Safe! We're safe now!"Unable to rei
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Austin never expected that Nancy would come back.As he returned to the Tetra Club, he remained sullen, his eyes dark with unresolved anger.Seeing Austin like this, Cecily felt a pang of sadness.She gently tried to comfort him, "It's all in the past now, isn't it? I'm here with you, and we have our baby on the way.""I can't just let it go," Austin shook his head."The best I can do is not seek revenge against them, but to truly forgive and forget—I can't do that."The actions of Nancy's family were still fresh in his memory.Austin wasn't someone who sought revenge for every slight, but he was far from the kind of person who could simply forgive and forget, moving on with a carefree "Hallelujah."Dahlia's despair as she lay in bed, the arrogance and cruelty of the Welch family…In the eyes of the Welch family, Dahlia's life wasn't worth as much as Harvey's wedding.Even when the time had passed and he was about to finally be happy with Cecily, the Welch family not only dem
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After leaving this city, Nancy put in a tremendous amount of effort to "rebirth" herself.Meeting Ethan had shown her a different side of life.While he wasn't part of the uppermost echelons of wealth and power, he had enough. Most importantly, he treated her with the utmost respect.She understood Ethan's background, which made that respect all the more valuable.A man of his stature could have any woman he wanted in his bed the same night.Yet Ethan had shown her incredible patience, making her question whether the rumors about him were true.Tonight, returning to this city was her way of bidding farewell to the past and embracing the future.After all, people need to look forward, don't they?Meanwhile, Ethan was feeling more dejected than he'd ever been.Lying in his luxurious bed in Brook Villa, he couldn't sleep, tossing and turning restlessly.He had hoped to establish a connection with Austin. A figure like him would be incredibly valuable to have on his side.He tho
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The river breeze was cool, and the lights reflected on the water flickered softly.The figure in front of them wore a long black coat, standing quietly by the railing. Her fair, delicate profile, partially obscured by a few strands of windblown hair, carried a hint of melancholy."Sir, Mrs. Campbell, is something wrong?" Aldus noticed the change and quickly stepped forward to inquire."Let's go home," Austin suddenly said, his previously cheerful expression now somber, with a touch of disdain.Go home? They had just arrived.Aldus was surprised and quickly followed Austin's gaze. When he saw what Austin was looking at, he immediately understood.Without a word, he turned to leave with Austin.But a soft hand gently grabbed Austin's arm."It's been so many years, aren't you going to say hello?" Cecily asked."I have no desire to greet her," Austin said, his disdain clear and unhidden.Three years of marriage, filled with nothing but pain.Even when Dahlia was gravely ill, Nan
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After a busy day, just as Austin was about to finish up, a new invitation appeared on his desk."Who delivered this?" Austin asked."Ethan," Wolf replied.Austin chuckled, didn't bother opening the invitation, and instead tossed it directly into the trash."I've got to get home to Cecily."When he returned to the Bamboo Parlor at Tetra Club, Raquel had already prepared a delicious dinner.The dishes were beautifully presented, with vibrant colors and enticing aromas.After dinner, Austin and Ezra stepped out into the courtyard."Mr. Lockwood, any news from the Campbells about my dad?" Austin asked, the text message from Walter still weighing heavily on his mind.Considering the Campbells' efforts to find Walter, and given their intelligence resources, they should have been some leads by now.But Ezra shook his head. "Nothing, Not a trace.""The Campbells' intelligence network has never been this weak, has it?" Austin frowned, speaking in a low tone.Ezra gave a wry smile. "
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"Childhood?"Austin stopped his workout, wiped the sweat from his face, and smiled bitterly.His childhood had been bleak.Only Dahlia had brought some light into the darkness.Seeing Austin's pained smile, Aldus immediately realized his mistake.He quickly apologized, "I'm sorry, Sir. I spoke without thinking. You don't need to answer that.""It's fine," Austin replied, gesturing towards a nearby bench, and inviting Aldus to sit with him.Once they were seated, Austin slowly began to speak. "There's not much to tell about my childhood. It was mostly just being called an 'illegitimate child' and living day to day, never knowing where my next meal would come from."If it weren't for my mom fighting tooth and nail to raise me, I'd probably be dead by now."With just a few simple words, he conveyed a world of suffering.Aldus felt a wave of guilt. He had only been trying to find clues from Austin's past that might explain his exceptional combat instincts and incredible physical
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Austin's gaze softened as warmth flooded his heart.Who hasn't longed for a light left on just for them in a sea of lights? But in reality, how many actually have that?Cecily did that for him.Given her background, the fact that she went to such lengths truly surprised Austin.In the three years he spent in the past, he had never experienced something like this.His nose tingled with emotion as he pulled Cecily into his arms, speaking softly, "Thank you. Marrying you is the greatest fortune of my life.""Alright, alright, I asked Raquel to prepare breakfast earlier this morning. You go to the dining room, and I'll have her bring it over," Cecily said as she gently slipped out of Austin's embrace, her graceful smile lighting up her eyes."Doesn't Bamboo Parlor have a kitchen?" Austin asked, curious.Cecily gave him a playful look. "The chairs in the living room are so hard, and you spent the whole night on one—how could you have slept well? If Raquel had been clattering around
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The room fell into a heavy silence."Deactivating the phone number… was Dad trying to prevent me from tracking his location?" Austin murmured with a frown.Ezra pondered for a moment, his voice low and serious. "Perhaps he was more concerned about someone else tracking him."Austin's eyes widened in realization.Of course—if Walter could send him a message to let him know he was safe, he wouldn't be worried about Austin tracking himDeactivating the phone was likely to prevent others from tracing his location."But who is he trying to avoid?"Ezra shook his head, remaining silent.Having followed Walter for many years, he knew the man's temperament and habits. But this time, he was truly baffled.He couldn't even begin to piece together a clue.Taking a deep breath, Ezra forced a bitter smile. "I'm afraid I'm at a loss this time, sir. There's no sign of anything unusual from the Campbells either."This statement only deepened Austin's confusion.If there were anyone who cou
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Austin knocked softly on the door.Almost immediately, he heard the sound of shuffling from inside.Ezra opened the door, his face full of curiosity. "Sir, what's going on?"Austin quickly made a shushing gesture, worried about disturbing Cecily.Then he gently pushed Ezra back into the room."Sorry to bother you so late, Mr. Lockwood," Austin said.Ezra smiled. "It's no trouble at all. The older you get, the less you need. I was just reading."Austin glanced at the book on Ezra's bedside table and couldn't help but feel a bit exasperated.This old rascal!Ezra blushed and quickly shoved the book under his pillow.Austin sat on the bed and pulled up the text message from Walter, showing it to Ezra."I just received this message."When Ezra read the text, his eyes lit up with a sharp gleam, and he was overjoyed. "This is from Mr. Walter!"Austin nodded, his expression serious. "But I've sent several messages back, and there's been no reply. I called twice—once it was immedi
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"The underground king of Eastbrook bows down."This news swept through Eastbrook like a storm.Ethan knew that by doing this, he would become the laughingstock of the entire city. But he also knew he had no choice—he had to do it!Even if he became a joke, he would remain the underground king. But if he refused to lower his head, he would end up a dead man.He understood the situation perfectly.In fact, that very night, a message was released from Brook Villa.No one is to compete for the land!This is a clear warning to all real estate companies in Eastbrook. It was also a gesture of goodwill toward Austin.But Austin didn't pay it much mind.If not for Derrick's involvement, he had no idea how Ethan would have responded—but Austin knew his response would have been much tougher.A mere city's underground king? He didn't even compare to the richest man in Basin City or the capital—he wasn't even worthy of carrying their shoes!After leaving Brook Villa, Austin didn't linger
