101“That’s enough!” she splashed the rest of the wine on Darius’s face. “What's your problem? Why are you as stubborn as a mule? Being a gentleman, can you not be so petty? If you are jealous of Nathan, upgrade yourself and compete on the same level. Don’t use despicable tricks or baseless argument

103Few moments later, Nathan stormed back into the bar with two burly guards in tow. The guards were towering figures, their muscles bulging beneath their tight black uniforms. Their stern expressions matched the severity of their demeanor, and the mere sight of them sent a ripple of apprehension t

105The bar fell into a hushed murmur as Nathan was escorted out, his protests echoing through the room. "Can you believe it? The mighty Nathan Lucre, kicked out!""I heard he was causing trouble again. No surprise there.""But to see him dragged out like that, by the guards no less...""It's about

107As the guardians burst out laughing at him, their booming voices filling the air with mockery, Darius felt a surge of anger and humiliation rise within him."Ha! This bloke thinks he's VIP material!""Look at him, probably bought that suit from a discount store!"Darius gritted his teeth, his fi

109Darius barely turned his back when several large cars parked nearby, and members of the Werner family stepped out, capturing the attention of everyone present."Look, it's the Werners!" someone exclaimed, pointing towards the arrivals.A hush fell over the crowd as the distinguished guests made