They chatted until lunchtime, after which they all had lunch together.Jonathan was about to return to his room to rest when Derek received a call from Almira. She heard Derek was in Los Angeles and wanted to meet up.As for Derek, he wanted to drag Jonathan along.They climbed into Derek's A8 and drove to the agreed meeting point.“This car wasn't cheap, was it?” Jonathan asked casually while inside the car.“It cost a pretty penny, 2 million dollars. What do you think, bro? Pretty spectacular, isn’t it?” Derek said with a triumphant smile.Jonathan smirked: "Not bad."“Big bro, I bought this car with my own money!" Derek suddenly declared.Jonathan was slightly startled. He didn't believe it and responded: "With the money you earned?"How did Derek earn two million when he left not long ago?"Brother, I've earned this sum of money! Of course, it also involves the five million you gave me. A friend recently introduced me to investing in an overseas gemstone mine. The growth rate is i
Upon reaching the restaurant, the four were escorted into a private room.After a few drinks, Zane started to probe about Derek's business. After some hesitation, Derek discussed the investment in elemental stones.Almira also said: "Zane, why don't you ask your father to invest a little to see? Derek knows where to buy it from, and we could try our luck and see if we strike it rich."Zane began to be tempted but felt something was off, so he replied: "Alright, I'll give it a try.""But you two should act quickly because elemental stone investments have a quota. This month, there are just over 30 million left. Once that's depleted, you'd have to wait until next month."To prompt the other two to make a quick decision, Derek continued with his made-up story."I understand! But Jonathan, I rarely hear about you. How much have you invested in this?"Zane was more careful than Almira. If investing in elemental stones was such a profitable venture, there was no reason for Derek not to guid
Yet today, he is generously offering a meal worth thousands of dollars. If the wine was slightly better, it might cost over ten thousand dollars.Has his personality changed after all these years?They walked into a private room.About thirty square meters, the room had a comfortable couch next to the dining table. A high-priced LCD TV hung on the wall.This decor indeed suggested a medium-tier room.The booking fee must have been a few hundred dollars.Indeed, a lavish setting indeed!"Now that you're here in Los Angeles enjoy yourself! Come on, Derek, sit down. You know what they say, girls turn into different people at eighteen. Derek is eighteen and has changed a lot, too. He's quite handsome!"A middle-aged woman, quite plump and pleasant, who happened to be Walter's wife, stood up and greeted them with a warm smile.Almira and Zane were also present, greeting the guests as they arrived."Hello, Derek! You're my cousin!"Almost everyone surrounded Derek.Jonathan, on the other ha
As expected, upon hearing this, everyone became anxious, fearing they couldn't invest this month."Dad, maybe we should decide now!""I could invest about five or six million. What about you, Zane?" Walter began considering his options.Zane replied, "Perhaps I could contribute three million."Just nine million! This left Derek somewhat dissatisfied. He had presumed they could accumulate around ten million, hence his claim about the remaining fifteen million. Surprisingly, their actual investment was lower than his estimate."I manage the company's finances. If we only have to wait for two months, I might be able to take out six million!" Suddenly, Almira made a momentous decision.Oh!Everyone was taken aback. Almira dared to use the company's money. She must be out of her mind. There's the risk of imprisonment."Almira, perhaps you shouldn't involve the company's funds. What if something goes wrong?" At this point, Jonathan cautioned her.Misappropriation of company funds could lead
The following morning, Jonathan went to the Seven Wonders building. When he entered the CEO's office, he saw Isaac waiting for him."Greetings, young master."Today, Isaac was very courteous. Jonathan returned the greeting before sitting on the sofa: "You mentioned there was some news. Any movement from the Roderick side?""Roderick Johnson, Phelim Alexander, and Gwyn Jones have each transferred around ten million to an overseas account. It appears they intend to hire someone for some task."This was why Isaac had called Jonathan. At present, Jonathan had declared war on the Roderick faction, engaging in a battle of wits to decide the future of Top-Sky House. If Jonathan won, the Roderick group would have to submit completely. But if he lost, he would have to leave, allowing them to divide the sect.Isaac didn't want Jonathan to win, but he didn't want him to lose. If Jonathan were to fail, only the Roderick group that had separated from Top-Sky House for many years would rejoice. But
Saint's gaze on Nevaeh was complex as he said: “I've told you before. If you think Darius is your destined one, then file for divorce. I will sign."Nevaeh, beautiful and immaculate, seemed utterly lost.She had witnessed Saint's efforts, his complete fulfillment of a husband's duties.But how would her brother get married if she didn't remarry Darius? How could she help continue the Li family lineage?As her mother said, if she refused, she would snuff out the Li family's flame, becoming the family's disgrace!The thought pained her and left her unsure of what to do.There was another reason too.Though she didn't want to admit it, the truth was that after three years of marriage, the love she thought was true had been worn down.No matter how hard Saint tried, he couldn't provide Nevaeh with the affluent, respected life she desired.The sheer mediocrity of it all had led to countless cracks in Nevaeh's marriage."Saint, I believe we should divorce."Nevaeh dropped her gaze, not dari
He and Jonathan might be different, but they also had many similarities.People of their cultivation level make decisions based on their own free will, not swayed by a few words of advice from others.Whether he returned to Top-Sky House or not was for Saint to decide. Jonathan could only explain the current situation and couldn't persuade him.Jonathan held a cigarette, taking occasional drags, his silence not infringing on Saint's decision.If Saint chose not to return, Jonathan would turn and leave without a second's delay.Even additional persuasion would be useless."I don't need the position at the top of Top-Sky House! But Augustus forced Old Man Walsh into the southern prison, leaving him to die there. This grudge must be avenged!""Jonathan, I'll help you!"After a long period of contemplation, Saint finally made up his mind.He agreed to return!Saint couldn't ignore Wolfgang's grudge, but he also had another reason. He had just been kicked out of the house, so he had no wor
"Ha ha ha, Saint was kicked out by your family. How could he come and save you now? Even if he were here, what could he possibly do? Nevaeh, accept your fate!"Indeed, how could Saint come to her rescue now?Nevaeh was utterly hopeless, and tears of humiliation freely streamed down her cheeks.However, just as Darius was about to rip off the last piece of her clothing, a loud noise echoed through the room, and the door swung wide open."Who dares to ruin my fun?" Darius snapped, spinning around in fury: "It's you!"Nevaeh saw her savior: "Saint!"The man was indeed Saint."Sorry for the interruption, my friends and I were dining next door when we heard a loud noise, so I came to check it out. I hope we're not intruding?"Saint frowned, his tone calm as if the matter didn't involve him.Darius smirked wickedly: “Saint, how about this, you stay and watch me have my fun with Nevaeh, and tomorrow I'll give you half a million."The thrill was indescribable to trample Nevaeh right in front