Ethan's father, Daniel Blackwell, sat across from a cloaked man in a private room at a restaurant. At that moment, he received a phone call. After the call, he had a satisfied grin on his face and said, "It's done." The man seated across from him was attired in a somber black cloak, lending an air of mystery and intrigue to his appearance. The two men shared a moment of silent contemplation, each engrossed in their phones, before the man in black finally spoke up. "You should be aware that you do not possess the power to coerce or persuade me into accepting a job offer from you," he said, his voice low and measured. His tone carried an implicit warning, suggesting that any attempt to manipulate or deceive him would not be taken lightly. The man's eyes narrowed, hinting at a deeper intensity beneath his composed exterior. He seemed to be sizing up his interlocutor, weighing his words and evaluating his character. "I hope that you intend to honor your commitments and fulfill your pro

Tom, who was tied to a chair and bleeding from a gunshot wound, was facing Russel, who was seated in another chair. Alexander and Isabel had parked their car a distance away and were approaching Tom's location cautiously, when the sound of the gunshot had halted their advance. Russel, who was seated across from Tom, mocked him for his fall from grace. He spoke of how Tom was once a feared ruler of the underground world but had now become weak and submitted to the White's Group. "You know, I actually heard so many legends about you in the past, how you ruled the underground with an iron fist," Russel said with a sneer. "But now you've become so weak that anybody can deal with you. Your control is loose. And the most annoying part, you submitted to the White's Group." Tom grunted with pain but didn't let Russel's words go unchallenged. "How about you? Submitting to the Forbes family. What's the difference between me and you?" Russel laughed once more as his arrogant demeanor rose. "S

As night fell and the next day quickly rose, the public was largely unaffected by the news of Russel's death and the changes in the underground world. The Greece family's influence in the government allowed Alexander to maintain a sense of control, despite the shift in power. However, for the Forbes family, who were the ones behind Russel's activities, the situation was different. The Forbes family was based in the South of Fairview, and the situation had significant implications for them. In the living room of the Forbes family's mansion, a young man named Xavier sat on a sofa, scrolling through his phone. He was confident and focused, with an air of determination that seemed to radiate from him. Across from him sat Damien Forbes, the butler and advisor of the Forbes family. Despite his advanced age, Damien was sharp and astute, with a wealth of experience and knowledge. "Young master Xavier," said Damien, breaking the silence. "We have lost the foundation we built for the undergrou

At the break of dawn, the Johnson family's ancestral home was alive with excitement and anticipation. Ever since the expulsion of Alexander, the family had experienced a newfound sense of liberation and had even begun receiving more favors from acquaintances who wanted to curry their favor as well due to their affiliation with the Blackwell family. People also knew the Blackwell family was being backed by one of the top five families in Fairview.As the family prepared for Grandpa Johnson's birthday celebration, Emily, her sister, and mother were given a more comfortable place to stay in the ancestral home. The entire household was bustling with activity as preparations for the festivities were underway.In her room, Emily was busy getting dressed up and applying makeup for the occasion. Ethan had promised her a small wedding celebration during the festivities, before they held the main wedding.Meanwhile, Ethan himself was engaging in questionable behavior. He was caught in bed with t

With the tumultuous events surrounding the Blackwell family finally settled, Arthur couldn't help but wear a contented smile as he turned his gaze towards Grandpa Johnson. "Shall we proceed inside, or would you prefer that we linger out here?" he asked politely.Grandpa Johnson, still somewhat stunned by the recent turn of events, swiftly regained his composure. "Certainly not, please do come in," he replied, leading the group inside.It became evident that Grandpa Johnson held little concern for the fate of the Blackwell family, as he now had someone even more influential in his corner. Such was the nature of the Johnson family, known for their self-centeredness and self-interest.Meanwhile, Emily, who had remained secluded in her room, felt a profound sense of sadness upon learning about the misfortune that befell the Blackwell family. After all, she had hoped that her marriage with Ethan would be her ticket to wealth and a higher standing within the Johnson family.However, her des