Once it was confirmed that Ethan could indeed replace her in the gruesome act of finger-chopping, a maniacal glee overcame Lily. "I'll deceive them all!" she exclaimed. She then hastily rang Londyn, feeding her a fabricated tale of a failed 100 million deal, and the impending doom awaiting her in the subterranean bar. She begged for both Londyn and Ethan's intervention. ... Inside the opulent chambers of Wind Isle's Chamber of Commerce, Toby received a call from the bald moneylender. "Young master Lopez, just as you predicted, that woman is trying to use her precious son-in-law as a pawn." "Excellent!" Toby laughed gleefully. "Tomorrow, send me the video of his fingers being chopped off." Across the table, Issac joined in the laughter: "You truly are a genius, ha ha ha!" "By doing this, not only can we deal with that wretched woman, but we can also severely torment that arrogant brat. Brilliant, simply brilliant!" ... After investigating throughout the day, Ethan finally stu
The harrowing screams echoed throughout the three subterranean levels. Little did they anticipate that Ethan could so casually command the usually arrogant and imperious Vincent. Once the brawl seemed relatively subdued, Ethan signaled with a casual wave and approached the battered bald man, looking down at him in dominance. "Ready to talk now?" The bald man's once discernible features were now grotesquely distorted. Lying twisted in agony on the cold ground, he pleaded in utter terror upon seeing Ethan: "Speak, speak, I'll tell you everything. Just stop the beating!" Positioning himself regally on a large chair, Ethan awaited the confession. "It was all orchestrated by Toby from the Lopez clan... We simply couldn’t refuse him." This revelation indeed resonated with their prior investigations. Amused, Ethan looked into a camera, a mischievous grin playing on his lips: "So, he wanted you to record the mutilation of my fingers?" The bald man, gasping in horror, managed a nod. W
Each time she envisioned Ethan being treated with such brutality, tears carved deep trails on her face.This cruelty was inflicted on him because of her mother. Would it be sheer selfishness on her part if she knew and didn’t agree?Yet, every time the disconcerting demand of Toby crossed her mind, she felt that consenting would be an ordeal even worse than death itself.Ethan... What should I do?Seeing Londyn's hesitation, Toby feigned impatience. His brows knitting, he uttered: "I never expected such dishonesty from you all. If that's the case, forget it!"Having said this, he stood up, gripping the check, ready to depart.Witnessing this, Lily immediately exclaimed: "Londyn, you cannot be this selfish!""Do you intend to doom Ethan?"The mere statement: "Do you want to kill Ethan?" left Londyn completely aghast.Memories flooded her mind - times of crisis when this very man would invariably appear as her knight in shining armor.Over the days, he had aided her through countless tr
In an opulent room on the 50th floor of the Star Hotel.Observing the still-struggling woman, Toby Lopez's entire body burned with impatience and anticipation."So, what will it be? Seems you've yet to grasp the meaning of regret." he taunted.Pretending to make a call, he ordered: "Baldie, sever the kid's leg for me!""No!" The sheer horror almost caused Londyn to faint.Noting the effectiveness of his pressure tactics, Toby's lips twisted into a sinister grin: "Do it at once. I want to watch the video!"London echoed with tension. Londyn's face was an ashen palette, her tears tracing endless paths down her cheeks."I... I... I agree with you.""You must order them to cease immediately!"She was defeated.Surrender was etched in her eyes.Every fleeting thought of Ethan potentially being harmed brought her a pain so profound, it pierced her very soul.Yet, she had agreed.With a smirk, Toby commanded: "All of you, halt for now."He pocketed his phone, his eyes greedily taking in the
The news sent shockwaves through the Lopez household – Toby was incapacitated, and their fury was palpable!Moses Lopez, the esteemed patriarch of the Lopez lineage, vowed to hunt down the perpetrator.Elsewhere, Austin Nelson and Issac of Wind Isle Chamber of Commerce bristled with anger.Issac's resentment bubbled over. Earlier, he had jestingly conversed with Toby about tormenting Ethan and scheming to obtain the elusive lady Londyn.Yet, in just one unforeseen night, Toby was rendered powerless.Now, Issac stood as the sole bearer of this tale, convinced Ethan was the mastermind.He hastily confided everything to Austin Nelson, exclaiming: "Young Master Nelson, we must avenge Toby!""All Toby endeavored for was to aid your brother in winning that woman!""What might does this Ethan possess to reduce Toby to such a state!"Austin's visage darkened, a chilling resolve evident."I've learned from certain discreet channels." he began."Days ago, at the All Sea KTV, someone recognized
On the other hand, Amanda, with a spirited tone, exclaimed: "Surely the opening ceremony will be graced by many martial masters from the army, right? Hehe..."In days gone by, when she delved into martial studies, she also explored military techniques and the likes.To such martial prodigies, she, being as petite as she was, never stood a chance of being indifferent.At that moment, Kathleen's husband interjected: "It's not just the usual masters, even Samuel from the Midoriya battle zone will be attending.”“Moreover, whispers in the corridors suggest that the military legend, General Stormrider, recently set foot in All Sea!”“Dare we speculate if such a persona would grace this training inauguration?”Upon hearing this, everyone's jaws practically hit the floor!The very thought that General Stormrider might attend the opening was beyond their wildest dreams.Amanda practically exploded in excitement: "Oh my! Does that mean spectators might witness the mighty General Stormrider in
In another world, the Russell family was whisked away to the inauguration of a training base in an imposing military vehicle.Alongside them, Kathleen's family had the fortunate fate of securing a ride too!Aboard the military vehicle, an unmistakable sense of prestige engulfed them.Not everyone could claim the honor of riding in such a transport!Russell's father, Alexis Green, the patriarch of the Green lineage, and his elder brother, Rudolph Green, at this moment, were brimming with pride for young Russell."Russell truly has a promising future! From now on, the luminescence of the Green name rests upon his shoulders." they beamed.Russell, proud as a young lion, humbly remarked: "I've heard my elder brother has recently made significant strides in the business world."Rudolph grinned confidently: "Not too shabby. I heard father is in line for a promotion soon?"Alexis Green, flushed with excitement, chuckled: "Not as swiftly as that, but it's on the horizon!"Seeing the Green dyn
And then, mystery chose to unfold itself. A stranger emerged, a new character entering the stage of expectation and curiosity. Whispers wove through the crowd, a tapestry of speculations and anticipations: "He has descended, behold and discern if it is our revered General!"Hope clenched the soft, porcelain hands of Londyn and Amanda, as breaths were held in the theatre of suspense. Yet, the curtains fell, revealing not Ethan, but a stranger, a commander of the training base, as introductions unveiled his role.Yet, in the wings of the scene, hidden narratives played out. In the subtle shifting of positions within the car, Ethan emerged, orchestrating his presence with a touch of elusive artistry, observing the unfolding ceremonies with silent attention.Upon the completion of the initial rites, he emerged, a heralded presence finally stepping into the light of visibility, aligning himself with Lorenzo Clark and old Abram, standing as legends before the assembly of novices.A luminanc