The next day, Willy woke up late. He didn’t know why, but lately, he had been feeling particularly sleepy, and it seemed like he had even grown a little taller. After admiring the upgraded system, he explored the new “System Space,” which was essentially a blank void where he could store items, and then rushed off to work.
When he arrived at the office, Ava had already led the team to finalize the full acquisition of Washington’s Garcia Family assets.
"Boss, we’ve now acquired 57% of XH Construction, 54% of XH Agriculture, and 54% of XH Livestock. Should we continue?" Ava reported.
"How much of the funding is left?" Willy asked.
"After the acquisitions, we still have 76 billion left," Ava replied.
"Keep going then. Use the remaining funds. But I’m curious—why are these stocks still dropping?" Willy wondered, puzzled. His team had poured over 200 billion into the acquisitions, yet the stock prices continued to decline.
"Boss, it’s because of
“Willy! My mother’s family business has been acquired by someone. The Garcia Family is no longer one of Washington's four major families!” Violet said while having lunch with Willy.“Yeah, I know,” Willy responded casually.“Ugh, life is unpredictable.”“Do you have any strong feelings about the Garcia Family?” Willy asked.“Feelings? Not really. When I was little, we’d visit Washington to see my grandparents, but my uncles and aunts were rarely home. After my grandparents passed, I hardly ever went back,” Violet explained.“I see. By the way, babe, I’ll be going to Washington on a business trip soon. Would you like to come with me?”“When are you going? You want me to come?” Violet asked, surprised.“Yeah, and if your mom wants to visit, we can bring her along.”“I’ll have to ask my mom about that.&rdqu
"At least it's in the hands of one of our own, better than falling into the hands of outsiders! I approve of what Willy did this time!" Owen said."Wow, Dad, siding with Willy for once!" Tian teased."Watch what you’re saying! That kid’s capabilities, finances, and power are beyond our imagination. He could surpass us, break through the barriers of the Four Great Families, and reach the peak of wealth! Just look at his chip company and his pharmaceutical firm—each of them has made revolutionary breakthroughs.""Ah, that foolish child," Paisley sighed, finally feeling at ease."Mom, Willy also asked if you'd like to go with us to Washington in a few days.""I... I'll think about it," Paisley replied, still grappling with her feelings.Initially, Paisley had mixed emotions, but hearing what Tian said and reflecting on Willy’s actions, she felt more admiration for him. She realized that Willy’s financial prowess wasn’t what moved her—it w
"Young Master, I’m here! What’s wrong?" Andrew rushed in after hearing Willy call for him."It’s not me, it’s her! This... lady! She fainted! Check on her, quickly!" Willy said, pointing to Penelope, who lay unconscious on the floor.Andrew immediately went to Penelope’s side, checked her pulse, and asked Caleb, "Does she have a heart condition? Did you bring her medication?"Caleb, already fumbling through his bag, handed Andrew a bottle of heart pills.Andrew quickly administered the medicine to Penelope and began performing CPR and other emergency procedures."Young Master, this woman’s condition is very serious. In addition to the heart issue, her overall health is extremely poor. She seems malnourished and likely suffers from anxiety," Andrew explained as he continued to treat her."Yes, she’s been through a lot over the years, searching for our son. Ever since we lost him, she’s been riddled with guilt, unable to sleep, and has develop
"Oh, what’s your relationship with Brooks?" Willy asked."Him? Ha! He’s my half-brother. What kind of relationship could we have?""Got it.""Willy... if you really are my son, could you forgive your mom and me for our negligence all these years?" Caleb’s voice quivered, and tears streamed down his face. The sorrow, regret, and heartache from searching endlessly for his lost son for so many years overwhelmed him. Now, his child might be right in front of him. Even if Willy didn’t acknowledge him, Caleb felt some peace knowing his son was alive and well.Willy had built a successful life for himself, launching several companies, and had become a well-known figure. But Caleb didn’t care about the fame or fortune. He only cared if this young man was indeed the son he and Penelope had searched for so desperately. Was he safe? Was he healthy?"Negligence? Ha." Willy didn’t answer directly. To him, this wasn’t just negligence; it felt like an orchestrate
"Penelope! Willy is our child! He really is!" Caleb exclaimed.Penelope stood there, stunned. Years of searching, longing, and hoping had finally come to this moment.After what felt like an eternity, Penelope suddenly erupted in tears and joy."My son! I’ve been searching for you for so long! Every night, I dreamed of you. My son!" she cried, her voice filled with emotion."Mom! Don’t cry, you’re still on an IV! Please, don’t cry!" Willy urged, overwhelmed by the flood of motherly love he was feeling for the first time."My son, do you hate me? I wasn’t a good mother. I lost you! I never fulfilled my duties, and you suffered because of it. My poor child! How you must have struggled all these years!" Penelope embraced Willy, holding him tightly, her voice shaking with pain, regret, and guilt. She had spent so many years crying, searching tirelessly, trying to find her lost son.Willy could feel her sorrow, the years of regret w
At the Brown Family home, Violet was rushing around, frantically packing her things, taking a shower, and doing her makeup. Both Tian and Paisley looked on with curiosity."Sis, why are you in such a hurry? Where are you going?" Tian asked, confused."Big Brother! I’m going to Willy’s house! He found his parents, and I’m going to meet them! Help me check this out, is this outfit appropriate? Does it look too plain?" Violet asked anxiously."What!? Willy found his parents?" Tian was shocked."Daughter! Did you say Willy found his biological parents?" Paisley asked, equally surprised."Yes! That’s what he told me. His parents found him, so I’m going over to meet them!" Violet replied, her excitement evident."Daughter, what are you wearing!? Take off that white outfit! You should wear something red—something celebratory! This is a joyous occasion! Your father, brother, and I will go with you!" Paisley declared."What? Mom, you, Dad, and
"Breaking up? That can’t be right! You two have been together for three or four months, and everything seemed fine, right?" Tyler Foster tried to console Patrick Murphy."Yeah, I even introduced her to my parents, and they liked her well enough! But today, she just lost it for no reason. I told her I was going to my college reunion, but she didn’t believe me!" Patrick explained, frustrated."Haha, well, I think this might be on you," Willy chimed in."What do you mean, Willy?" Patrick asked, confused."You told your girlfriend you’re going to a reunion, but you didn’t invite her. What, are you embarrassed to be seen with her?" Willy teased."Uh… no, that’s not what I meant at all!" Patrick protested."Then invite her! Call her up right now and tell her you’ve reconsidered. Ask if she’s free to come with you to the reunion. Give it a shot," Willy suggested."Do you think that’ll wo
Willy had just returned to the private room and barely sat down when a man, accompanied by several waiters, entered the room. The man looked somewhat familiar to Willy, and he quickly recognized him as the person who had been following him earlier."I've finally found you, young man!" The man exclaimed, walking directly toward Willy before signaling to the waiters to start serving more dishes and drinks."Do you remember me?" the man asked."I don't... Who are you?" Willy replied, unsure."Four months ago! At the Global Mall! You saved someone who suddenly had a heart attack—that was me! I can’t believe you're dining in my hotel tonight! Everything for these two rooms is on the house!" the man exclaimed gratefully."Oh! Now I remember!" Willy said, finally recalling the incident."Yes, it’s such a coincidence to meet you here!" the man smiled."May I offer you a toast?" the man asked."Of course," Willy nodded