The dinner venue was a famous restaurant in Crystal Cove. The seven or eight guests were all attractive women, each one more beautiful than the last. Jonathan recognized two of them as masseuses from an entertainment district. Sadie was also there, much to his surprise. Especially those resentful eyes of hers, glaring at him as if he were a heartless scoundrel. The women all took turns praising Jonathan, complimenting Juliette's handsome, generous friend. As it was costing them nothing, they competed to shower him with praises. Jonathan laughed heartily, appearing to enjoy the attention, yet he remained extremely calm inside. The dinner wasn't cheap, but for a high-end restaurant, it wasn't too expensive either, costing over fifty thousand USD. Jonathan willingly paid the bill with his card. Sometimes, it felt good to play the part of a big spender. But the performance was not yet over. Juliette's friends made a racket about going to a bar. If the restaurant bill was already
Upon confirming Jonathan's identity, Maddox became even more courteous. "It's just a slightly more privileged background, nothing truly remarkable. I am nothing compared to Boss Miller who started from scratch. That's real capability!" Jonathan responded modestly. "Family wealth is also a form of power. Mr. Wang, allow me to toast to this! When the opportunity arises, I'll host a party in your honor, so you can experience the warm hospitality of usCrystal Cove!" "Ha ha, Boss Miller, you're overly gracious!" After a round of uneventful chitchat, Jonathan excused himself. Tonight was just an initial acquaintance. There was no need for profound conversations or prying. When Jonathan returned to the private room, everyone else had already left, leaving only Juliette. "So, they're all gone?" Jonathan asked, rather coldly. "They left, all of them." Juliette answered, apprehensive. As soon as her girlfriends realized that Jonathan was not someone to be trifled with, they quickly dis
Jonathan responded with a smirk and a simple reply. Cuthbert inwardly snorted. If only Jonathan had spoken up, Baldwin wouldn't have received such a harsh sentence. Furthermore, if it wasn't for the interference of Top-Sky House, the Tremblay family would have already rescued Baldwin. Still, Jonathan insisted on playing innocent. Of course, Cuthbert knew it wasn't that Jonathan was unwilling to negotiate, but that he had to divulge some information first. "Samantha is Wynstan's woman!" Suddenly, Cuthbert offered a clue but stopped there. Jonathan was silent for a moment before saying: "Continue." "Mr. Wang, you're being unfair. If I divulge everything and you refuse to release Baldwin, and I've angered others in the process, the Tremblay family won't gain anything!" Jonathan stroked his chin and responded with a smile: "Alright, as long as you satisfy me, Baldwin can leave the southern prison and return to Crystal Cove." "At that time, you only need to find a plausible excuse
"Samantha, you have numerous connections here. If you could assist Mammon in securing this project, it's certain we can establish a mutually beneficial cooperation." "And if you require a commission, that's not a problem either, I can authorize a ten billion commission!" Suddenly, Jonathan continued. Maddox was speechless. Could there really be such a good thing? Simply helping Heavenly Pillar Real Estate secure the Peaceful Island project could earn you ten billion. This... left Maddox in disbelief. Ten billion! That amount of money could make one forget all their life's worries. Maddox glanced at Samantha to see what she would decide. Because if it were him, he would undoubtedly agree immediately. Though Samantha could look for other collaborators, the profit was uncertain until the project was settled. Furthermore, no matter how much money you make, when you cooperate with someone else, you can't earn as much, and in the best case scenario with a single partner, she woul
Unable to hold back, Carnelian was about to explain how much Jonathan had done for the Moore family. He had made significant efforts, far from the merrymaking that many assumed. However, before she could speak, Jonathan gestured for her to stop. He looked at Dieter and asked: "Sir, I would like to know how the higher-ups plan to compensate the Moore family if they decide to confiscate the Peaceful Island project?" The issue of the buried body hadn't been proven to involve the Moore family. However, the higher-ups were reclaiming the project, and without appropriate compensation, this would be unacceptable. No sooner had he raised the question than the Moores grew visibly angry. "Compensation? They're just returning the two billion of our deposit, can that even be considered compensation?" "But if they've decided so, who dares to contradict?" "Exactly, if we pressure the police externally, they just push everything onto us without any justification." "If there were another way, w
"Or, or you could just sponsor me, because accepting money this way feels a bit... off." After a while, Juliette spoke again. Honestly, being sponsored by Jonathan wasn't a bad idea. She would get those ten million. Jonathan burst out laughing again: "What are you thinking?" "We are lifelong friends, why are you making such a big deal out of just ten million?" "But fair's fair, I gave you the money because I like your personality! What you do with the money is none of my business, I'm not interested in playing the sponsor. If anything happened between us, I would find it tedious." "Then consider this." he proposed: "if you feel awkward accepting my money, pretend you're merely in debt to me. No need for a promissory note, pay me back when you can, or not at all if that's the case. I won't press you, is that agreeable?" "Only fools pay back the money!" After a moment's thought, Juliette retorted abruptly. Her emotions were as transparent as a pane of glass, that was Juliette for
At this moment, Samantha was still throwing all her energy into winning the Peaceful Island project for Jonathan and the Heavenly Pillar real estate company. Unaware that she had been played like a fiddle. All for the sake... of a concealed murder case. "Once you've thought it through, collaborate with me to protect yourself. If you don't agree, I assure you, you'll spend at least fifteen years in jail, you know I can make it happen." Jonathan smirked. But to Maddox, the smile was full of malicious intent. "Mr. Wang, what do you want to know?" Maddox gritted his teeth and asked. He was now in Jonathan's clutches. Jonathan winked at Denish, who understood and struggled up, leading his lackeys away. Only Jonathan and Maddox remained in the room. "Now, I simply want to know about the hidden murder. Rest assured, as long as you cooperate with me, I will protect you. Did you or your gang carry out that murder?" "You've guessed wrong, we did not." Maddox steadfastly shook his he
The private room was brightly lit, enabling Jonathan to get a good look at everyone's faces. Interestingly, both Athelstan and Freya were present. Jonathan found it amusing that the Young Masters and Young Mistresses of Crystal Cove were so intriguing. Athelstan and Sherlock, who had no love lost between them, were in the same room, showing no signs of discomfort. Even Freya was no exception. From the beginning, he recalled Freya's birthday, though it was not explicitly stated, she had shown an intention of being with Athelstan. Consequently, even if Sherlock's younger brother returned, they wouldn't need his presence to add to the joy of the occasion. Obviously, Jonathan had some inklings about the actual reasons. Perhaps it was because the Moore family had resolved the trouble, and amongst the four big clans, the Moore family had a stronger economic foundation than the Chapman family. Thus, young master Sherlock returned to his previous status. "Son-in-law, isn't he? He looks