Exactly half an hour later, the organizers' voices echoed from speakers in every corner of the room."Ladies and gentlemen, we invite you to come to the press room and take your seats. The conference will begin in a few minutes."Not waiting any longer, journalists rushed into the press room and began setting up recording equipment on the podium and cameras at the sides of the room.On the other hand, the company's guests, who were mostly businessmen, quietly entered the press room and took their seats.Benjamin sat at the very back corner, a place where he would get a wide vantage point without being the center of attention.It was on this bench that he would witness the downfall of Nathan and the Grave family with a big smile.Now, Valerie walked across the stage to the podium. Blasts of light from the dozens of cameras of the media accompanied her every step, giving her the impression of being the eldest girl of a very popular family.As she stood behind the podium, Valerie calmly
None of the guests could conceal their astonishment as Albert Morgan, Valerie's grandfather, gracefully stepped onto the stage. Faces that had been marked by doubt were now etched with confusion and disbelief. The Albert they knew, the long-time chairman of Morgan Company Limited rumored to have been paralyzed by a stroke, now stood before them, appearing younger and more vibrant.Some guests rubbed their eyes, as if attempting to dispel a hallucination, but the stunning reality persisted. Albert Morgan had undergone a miraculous transformation.With a warm smile, Albert greeted the guests. "I'm sure many of you are surprised by this change. Life does throw us surprises sometimes. Just three days ago, I was lying in a hospital bed, and here I am standing before you."A soft chuckle sounded from Albert, implying that this incident might be part of his marvelous plan."Do I look different?" he asked in a casual tone. "Maybe some of you think this is a trick or an illusion. However, I wa
The tension in the room escalated rapidly. Nathan's piercing eyes held a significant meaning as they locked onto Diane, causing her heart to flutter. She was terrified of the implications behind Nathan's intense gaze.With a gasp, Diane clutched Nathan's arm, her eyes pleading with uncertainty. "Nathan, please... Don't make me go to Benjamin. It'll be so embarrassing for me. Can't you find another way?"Nathan looked at her coldly, his resolve unwavering. "Do you think I'd willingly let you go to Benjamin? Of course not! You should understand that I was compelled to do this. As strong as my attraction to you may be, it has never outweighed the responsibility of upholding the Grave family's honor that rests on my shoulders. Please, don't protest. This is an incident no one desires."Diane, though frightened, couldn't hold back her explosive anger. Her eyes sparkled, and she exclaimed in a loud, hateful voice, "An accidental incident? Are you kidding me, Nathan? You deliberately and kno
Diane's conscience remained sincere and clear. If only her mother hadn't pressured her to hastily divorce Benjamin and marry a wealthier man, perhaps they would still be living together now. She couldn't help but imagine a life where she and Benjamin continued their simple marriage, a life that she believed would bring her genuine happiness and satisfaction.After Nathan callously walked away without a second thought, Diane lost her faith in wealthy men. All she desired now was to reunite with Benjamin and return to the simplicity of their old days.In tears, she implored once more, her voice quivering with desperation, "Benjamin, I beg you to reconsider. I acknowledge my mistake, a fleeting moment of confusion. If you're willing to take me back, I promise to carve out a life for us that's decent and honorable. I'm willing to do whatever it takes to make amends and rebuild what we had."As she uttered these words, Diane's sincerity was palpable. If Benjamin chose to return to her, sh
Recognizing the situation, Graham was eager to depart from this accursed place as swiftly as possible. However, a glimmer of hope lingered in his mind, prompting him to make one last attempt with Benjamin. Perhaps, only that young man held the key to curing his lung cancer.The urgency pressed upon him; if not cured soon, he faced the grim reality of succumbing within a matter of months!In the face of a life-or-death situation, Mr. Graham cast aside all shyness and resolved not to surrender.He gazed at Benjamin, tears streaming down his face. "My son, it was sheer foolishness on my part in the past. We all make mistakes from time to time, don't we? I implore you to find it in your heart to forgive me and grant me more time to live, allowing me the chance to repent! Please, I beg you, cure my illness, and in doing so, grant me the opportunity to make amends for the errors of my past."As Mr. Graham began to crawl, intending to kiss his shoes, Benjamin snapped, "Halt right there!"Mr.
Benjamin simply nodded, though uncertain whether he'd ever find himself in need of Valerie's assistance.In comparison, Valerie's wealth, or even the entire family's combined assets, amounted to not even a tenth of the wealth currently under Benjamin's possession.While the Morgans were undoubtedly the wealthiest family in Regal Hill, the Frosts held the title of the richest in the entire country. The disparity between the two was like comparing the earth to the sky.Hence, it wouldn't be inaccurate to regard Valerie's offer to assist Benjamin as somewhat of a jest.At this point, Benjamin remarked, "It's getting late, and it wouldn't be wise to prolong our conversation. You have a busy day ahead tomorrow. I'll head back to my room and get some rest.""Oh, hold on a sec," Valerie interjected. "I heard there's this great movie that just came out. Haven't watched it myself, but my pals swear it's a tearjerker."Benjamin's forehead creased in confusion. The direction Valerie was heading
Forty-five minutes after Benjamin gave the order, Joshua's Audi sedan finally arrived at the Fort Valley park. The old man intentionally did not bring the car he usually drove for fear that Valerie would see and notice.At this time, Joshua got out of his car with a paper bag containing the herbs ordered by his master.On the other hand, Benjamin came out from behind the shadows of the trees and directly approached Joshua."I brought everything you ordered, Young Master." Joshua quickly transferred the cardboard bag to Benjamin.Nodding his head, Benjamin responded, "Good job. I have sent some money to your account to reimburse you for the cost of these herbs as well as your sleep. Sorry for disturbing you."Joshua rejected that. "You don't need to make up for my sleep or even apologize for it. My duties as your assistant are twenty-four hours a day and seven days a week. That means I don't have time for vacations and breaks to serve you. I do this with all my heart."Benjamin simply s
By three in the morning, Benjamin, fatigued yet content, decided to document the recipes and reactions of the successful Jade Young Pill and Shallow River Dragon Pill. With unwavering focus, he diligently entered this crucial information into his laptop.His success didn't instill fear of his writings being read by others; rather, he recognized that the crucial element in creating the pill was the white flame that materialized in his hand, something unique to him that no one else possessed.As the sun began to make its presence known, Valerie knocked on his bedroom door. Benjamin, without hesitation, powered off his laptop and swung the door open."What's the matter, Val?" Benjamin inquired upon noticing Valerie's troubled expression.Valerie swiftly relayed that her father had received a report about an unexpected incident at the Morgan family villa. Benjamin nodded and promptly grabbed the cardboard bag that had been prepared on the table."Let's go," Benjamin said with a serious to