"Enough!" Infuriated, Brian slams his hand on the table. "Are you guys in a restaurant or a war front?" He roars, his gaze sweeping over both Isabella and Avery. "Hah!" He grits his teeth, giving them a cold warning, "If any of you say one more provocative word to the other, I'll get up and leave. That is a promise!" Brian's voice is so cold and ruthless that Avery can't help a chill running down her spine. "Uhm," she gawks at him. This is the first time he is getting angry at them. She is so terrified. And this is not just because of his anger but because of his warning. If he leaves, who would foot the bills? She quickly says calmly, "Calm down, Mr. Martinez; it hasn't gotten to that.""Hasn't it?" Not minding her identity and his pretence to be a cool-headed gentleman, Brian retorts, shooting her a cold glare. "You two are grown-ass adults, yet you bicker like kids; what the hell is wrong with you?"If anyone had addressed Avery in this manner, she would have definitely gotten a
"Unfortunately, every piece of land in Death City has already been claimed. Even if I wanted to, I can't do anything now," Brian replies with a hint of sadness in his voice.Avery's expression falls. It was a missed opportunity for profitable business. If only she could have secured even a single plot, there could have been significant financial gains. She lets out a depressing sigh."But, Brian, you mentioned that the rise of our family would be tied to the resurgence of Death City. If all the lands have already been claimed and we can't obtain any, how is the city supposed to contribute to our rise? What do you mean by that statement?""Isn't it obvious?" Brian grins, saying proudly, "While the city serves as the key element for the rise of your family, I am the catalyst. What I mean is that even though all the lands have been claimed, there's no need for you to worry because the four plots of land I purchased are not for me but your family. You can become owners of the land if you c
"You didn't believe it the first time when Mr. Callahan said it, would you believe it now if I said yes?" Instead of answering, Lorenzo asks back, turning to look at Daisy."Uhm," Daisy nibbles on her lower lip, not knowing what to say. Though she asked the question, she doesn't know if she would believe it even if Lorenzo said yes.Except... Her eyes sparkle. "I might not necessarily doubt it. That is if you can prove you are really the Mafia boss.""If my relationship with Mr. Callahan is not proof enough then forget about it," Lorenzo says dismissively and stops paying her any attention. He turns to Jordan and says, "My Lord, that piece of information is false. "If there were anything like that, I should have heard about it and would have probably been the one to inform you. That I didn't hear about it is a clear indication that the punk is lying.""Hmm," Jordan hums. "Do you think so as well?" He directs at Daisy."Well, we might not be the most powerful family in East Veridora bu
As the murderous aura envelops the room, even John standing behind Daisy can't help but take several steps backward, his back drenched in sweat. "Just a small fragment of his aura could unsettle me so much. How powerful is he?" He soliloquizes, his chest heaving up and down, and his eyes filled with fear.He is the most powerful powerhouse of the Kane family yet in the face of a youngster like Jordan, he feels like a mere ant. How surreal.He takes a deep breath to calm himself down but doesn't bother to go back to his initial position. Although he knows Jordan has no intention of harming him—given that Lorenzo and Daisy in front of him are still safe—he deems it better to stay put. He just can't stand that aura a second time."My Lord, what's the matter? Why are you suddenly exuding such a murderous aura?" John asks anxiously, his gaze lowered to the floor as he can't bring himself to stare at Jordan.Jordan disperses his aura and casually picks up his wine, taking a sip. "It's noth
Brian frowns. This is not looking good. Daisy is the Princess of the Kanes. Indeed, if there was any truth to what he had claimed, she's amongst the people who should know about it. Of course, she doesn't know because he has been bluffing. There is nothing like the government taking over Death city or the deaths of the inhabitants being discovered. These were all lies, carefully crafted by him. Though he managed to get his hands on four plots of land in Death city, that was all for his scheme. And there is nothing of value about the land.Turns out, this is only but a scam scheme as Jordan pointed out. There is nothing like the land appreciating, instead it would likely be depreciating. But he doesn't care as he is set on getting his hands on that 400 million.He was just about to be done. He was so close but Jordan had to interfere. Hah. He grits his teeth.It is because of what is happening now that he chose to speak in hushed tones. Little did he know that Jordan would still hea
Brian's face turns ashen at the diners conversation. He never thought Jordan would interfere in his plan so he didn't consider preparing evidence, even if they had to be fabricated just as his lies.What is he supposed to present now?"Alright then," he looks at Avery, Isabella and, Gerald. "I'll take my leave now. I hope you guys don't regret this in the future." With that statement, he walks away, but inwardly hopes in his heart that they call him back.He purposely chooses to walk slowly so that the Cadens will have enough time to think everything through and call him back.Sure enough, he has barely taken more than twenty steps when Avery stands and bellows in panic, "Please wait, Mr. Martinez! Don't go anywhere! I believe you! I will immediately call my friends and request for the loans. Just come back and sit down.""Mum," Isabella turns to her, her brows narrowing. "What are you doing? Didn't you hear Jordan?""What is Jordan?" Avery jeers. "Is that a name of a human or a dog?
"Nothing," Isabella doesn't feel like continuing the conversation. If Jordan was an easy nut to crack, she feels Henry would have killed him a long time ago.Since even Henry couldn't kill him, she doesn't think Brian can. But telling him that will only prolong the conversation and that is something she doesn't want so she can only shut her mouth. Moreover, she has already divorced Jordan so she can't be bothered about what happens to him."Mr. Martinez, I've been able to get the remaining 300 million. Transfer the ownership of the land to me and I'll transfer the money to you," Avery says.Brian's eyes glimmer and his face breaks into a wide smile. Instantly, the anger he was initially feeling washes down the drain. "That's good," he says cheerfully and retrieves his phone, dialing a number.After a while, he hangs up and turns to look at Avery. "My lawyer will soon be here and the finalization of the transfer of ownership will be carried out. While we wait, you can proceed with the
"Hahaha," Loxter laughs. "Lad, what do you mean by 'am I going back on my word?' I never promised you anything, did I?""Don't play jokes with me, old man!" Jordan roars, clenching his fists. "You agreed to pledge allegiance to me in exchange for the magic powers, isn't that a promise?""Well, I guess it is," Loxter shrugs indifferently. "In that case, yes, I'm going back on my word. Not because I don't want to do it but because you are too little to have me pledge allegiance to you. Thank you for imparting your powers to my guards. If you need anything else, I can grant it, but if you don't, then scram. Don't make me use the guards you just made powerful against you.""Hahaha," Jordan laughs. "Hahaha," his tone increases. "Hahaha," in no time, his voice begins resonating all over the place.The next moment, he moves.ARGH!ARGH!ARGH...While the sound of his laughter echoes, he engages in a bloodthirsty massacre. By the time the sound of his laughter fades, there is no longer a si