"Hahaha. Just you?" Harrington laughs mockingly, rolling his eyes at the audacity of the young man. Though he is just the President of Eve's Allure Emporium, with no extraordinary background whatsoever, that doesn't mean he is someone to be underestimated. Jordan is his boss and the mysterious chairman of Eve's Allure Emporium. How can someone he could leave his company in his care be ordinary? Not to attract so much attention to himself and Eve's Allure Emporium, Harrington had consciously chosen to maintain a low profile, but beneath the surface, he wields significant power and is a formidable martial artist. His rank rivaled or perhaps even surpassed that of the other attendees. In fact, if one were to scrutinize, he might emerge as the most powerful among them all. After all, an ultimate grandmaster like himself even in Opulence Heights wasn't easy to come by, making individuals like himself formidable figures. Only people like Jordan, who are rare prodigies could disregard his
Much like the young man, the rest of the attendees had always perceived Harrington as an ordinary figure who opportunistically rose to become the President of Eve's Allure Emporium. Never for once, have they considered that he could be a martial artist, let alone a formidable one at that.Their assumptions were not entirely unfounded, given that Harrington had never been witnessed engaging in combat. As a top company, Eve's Allure Emporium had naturally been involved in numerous battles but no matter how hectic the battle was, Harrington had never taken action. He left everything to the company powerhouses.This rose a collective assumption that his lack of participation was because he was weak. But reality has just shattered those misconceptions as not only is Harrington powerful but he appears to be the most powerful amongst them. Even in the earthly thunder list of formidable martial artists in Opulence Heights, with his rank, he might secure the tenth rank."Ah!" They can't help b
As the general manager of Starwood Apparels, a company second only to Eve's Allure Emporium, Anderson has always seen Harrington as an undisclosed enemy and had thought himself better than him. He knew that was quite delusional of him as while he had the Cadens, Harrington had no one, but he still held onto his belief, continually living in his delusion. This was mostly because he and Harrington were both ordinary figures with no martial background. One could imagine just how shocked he was to realize that Harrington was not ordinary as he thought but for some reason, was only keeping a low profile. He is so displeased at this sudden discovery. Yet, there is a glint of genuine admiration in his eyes for Harrington. Throughout his life, right from when he was fifteen, he has tried all he could to practice martial arts but he couldn't even harness his true energy let alone cultivate the ranks. This is clearly why he feels a certain degree of admiration for Harrington, after all, he un
"Hiding my power?" Anderson smiles bitterly, a sense of misery overwhelming him. He sighs and shakes his head to ward off the unpleasant feeling. "Don't think everyone is as lucky and talented as you. I have no secret that you don't already know about."At Anderson's words, Harrington can't help but raise a brow. "Do you mean you are not a martial artist? But you...," he pauses, not knowing how to put it as he doesn't want to offend Anderson, given that he holds an important role to Jordan's plan working out."You don't have to hold back from saying what you have in mind," Anderson says with a wryly smile. "Unlike you who could harness your true energy and cultivate the ranks, despite that I'm a subordinate of the Cadens, a martial arts family, I couldn't do it. I tried day and night to harness my true energy, but each time, I failed harder than the last. I guess martial arts is not meant for everyone."Harrington walks over to him and pats him on the shoulder. "Martial Arts or not,
The attendees are confused about Anderson's real intention for coming over today. Just a moment ago, he downplayed the significance of the order, saying it wasn't that impressive enough to attract him, but now, he is also asking if he ever said he wasn't here to secure it.What was he really playing at? They can't help but frown. This is an important order they had all gone out of their ways to try to secure but Anderson appears to be playing with it. How can they not be offended?Meanwhile, at Anderson's last statement, Arthur turns to look at him and a small smile finds its way to his old crinkled face."Anderson," he says calmly. "I never thought I would meet you again in this lifetime.""How could you think it when we are leagues apart? Hahaha." Anderson laughs and says derisively, "I remember back then when you were still serving the Callahans as a chief butler, you were so high and mighty. "But look at you now, you've lost your nobility. If not for me coming here, you wouldn't
Seeing this man, the eyes of the figure standing close to Anderson glisten. He leans into Anderson and whispers, "He is the one I told you about. Turns out he was indeed tailing Arthur. Perhaps, Jordan sent him to keep Arthur safe.""Hmph!" Anderson snorts contemptuously and turns to look at Lorenzo, his gaze scrutinizing him. After a moment, his expression turns to disgustful as he says condescendingly, "You are not even an innate martial artist and you dare act arrogantly in front me? Have you no fear? Do you think you are still in East Veridora?"Lorenzo shrugs indifferently. "So what if I'm not in East Veridora or an innate martial artist yet, does that mean I shouldn't keep my head high? I saw you walk into this conference room, even though you are not the President, you behaved as if you owned the place, why can't I be like you?""Hahaha," Anderson laughs, so amused. "Who is this punk?" He muses to himself and shakes his head before raising his gaze back to Lorenzo and saying, "H
Edith lifts her gaze and looks at Logan. Her shocked expression turns into a frown and from a frown, her face darkens. She shoots him a glare and hisses, "You are not a woman, what does it have to do with you how he looks, or perhaps..." A mischievous smile plays on her lips as she teases,"Are you attracted to men?""What?" Logan's face drains of color and the next instant, he flares up like a boiling pot of soup, looking so flustered. "Hah!" He grits his teeth and stomps his foot. "You shouldn't spout nonsense! I'm warning you. Do I look like someone that would be gay?""I only asked a question, what are you kicking up such a fuss for? Are you better than those men out there who are gay? It's not like you are even qualified to be one. "Gay guys are naturally handsome and attractive. To top it off, they have big cocks. Looking at you, you have none."Logan's expression turns so terrific, as if he was about to vomit blood. Edith hasn't seen him unclad before so how can she know that h
The battle for the order as orchestrated by Jordan was naturally planned to be a confrontation between Arthur and Anderson. While Arthur would be pretending to really need the order as World Apparels Galaxy would be lost without it, Harrington would ignore him and let Anderson have it.The plan is going accordingly. As such, Harrington is not conflicted in any way about who to choose. However, before he can point at Anderson as his choice, Logan stands and says domineeringly, "The Xaviers are also interested in the order! Mr. Harrington, I believe you should know that though the Callahans are the leaders of the invincible four, we, the Xaviers are not far off from them. Whatever benefits you can reap from the Callahans, you can also reap from us. Be it partners, influence, name it."Also, unlike the Callahans who are only willing to deliver the goods to you at 30% discount. We, the Xaviers are so generous as to let you have them at 50% discount! Now, tell me, Mr. Harrington, who do yo