Beefy Bob approached the officials. After a short conversation, the officials took a few photos of the room and turned to leave.They didn’t even spare Isaac a glance.Allegra was stunned. She asked Isaac, “Why didn’t they arrest you?”“Beefy Bob has some connections, so everything is fine.”Beefy Bob smiled and nodded. Since Isaac said so, he wouldn’t deny it.They went back home. However, Allegra felt resentful.Around 5.00 pm, two law enforcement cars entered their compound at Riverview.Three uniformed men strode into the villa. Allegra was watching the news when they entered, and her hair stood on end instantly.“Are you Allegra? Is Isaac here too?” One of the men asked coldly.“You…What business do you have here?” Allegra noticed the cars were from the Department of Housing and Urban Development. She relaxed slightly.The man snorted. “My business? You should know better. Where do you think you’re going after hitting our superior’s brother? Come with us.”“Since when d
Leah picked up her glass and slammed it onto the table with a dull thud. She said coldly, “You wounded my brother so badly that he would’ve made it if he were to undergo a disability appraisal. Don’t you think I have the right to look into it?”“Sure. Now that I’m here, what’s going to happen next?” Isaac pulled a chair and sat on it.Allegra’s face paled further. She tugged Isaac harshly, but he was as stable as a rock.“Garten, don’t be too full of yourself! The likes of you are just nobodies in Cloud City. Even if Ms. Lawson didn’t get to you, I would never let you go. You’re just a weakling, living off your wife!” Rory yelled furiously.Whenever he thought of the embarrassment he experienced at The Waterfront Wonderland anger flared up within him. It was worse when he also thought of how Emily had witnessed it.“Not everyone can live off their wife, you know?” Isaac lit a cigarette and looked at Rory.Rory shook with anger. He turned toward Blackie and said coldly, “Blackie,
Rory and Cooper beamed and approached Louis respectfully.The newcomer obviously held a higher position than all of them here. Allegra pinched Isaac on the waist and whispered, “Let’s pay up. Stop messing around.”“Don’t be too hasty. Let’s wait.” Isaac smiled as he consoled her.Louis saw Isaac once he entered. He was about to speak when Isaac shook his head.Louis understood immediately. He followed Leah to his seat, saying nothing. Even so, he felt like he was sitting on pins and needles.“Mr. Marsh, you’re here just in time. Perhaps you should judge this issue we’re facing,” Rory said as soon as he sat.Louis glanced at Isaac and smiled. “I’ll do what I can.”Cooper promptly showed Louis his bandaged hand and sobbed. “Mr. Marsh, look at my hand. A fork went right through it.” He pointed at Isaac and said viciously, “This jerk did it. He stabbed my hand for no reason and refused to compensate me. Mr. Marsh, please seek justice for me.”Cooper had exceptional acting skills; I
“Mr. Marsh, I think you’ve got it wrong. This jerk hit my staff! Why are you on his side?” Rory’s temper was flaring.Thoughts flashed through Leah’s mind; she caught hints from what Louis had just said.Among them, Allegra was the most bewildered. She thought Louis would side with the other party, but he seemed to be siding with her and Isaac instead.Louis noticed Isaac was lighting another cigarette. He frowned and said to Rory, “Mr. Mandela, you wanted me to be the judge so that’s my opinion. The rest is up to you.”“Then that’s impossible! He stabbed right through—” Cooper had barely finished speaking when Leah reached out and stopped him.“Mr. Mandela, the office building belongs to you, my brother is your staff, so your opinion matters the most.” Leah chuckled.Rory was on the verge of bursting and hadn’t sensed the change in Leah’s tone. He smashed his fist on the table and pointed at Isaac. “Bastard, nobody can help you today. I won’t rent the office to you, and you must
“Allegra, please wait outside. I’ll talk him into renting that space for your company.” Isaac smiled at Allegra.Allegra came back to her senses. She bit her lips and said coldly, “You're getting yourself into trouble. Nobody can save you.”She left the lounge, feeling her heartbeat throbbing in her ears. Once she reached the corridor, she took out her phone and dialed Beefy Bob’s number. “B—Bob, where are you now? Isaac just hit someone again, and it’s not just anyone. Come quickly. We need your help.”Meanwhile, Isaac walked up to Rory and stared at him intensely. “I didn't want to hit you, considering we used to be classmates. But do you really think you can do whatever you want in Cloud City?”“I—Isaac, if you lay a finger on me, I assure you my father will never let you go.” Rory couldn’t stop himself from trembling when he looked into Isaac’s eyes.Isaac slapped Rory.Leah shuddered and leaped off her seat in fright.Cooper yelled grudgingly, “Garten, Mr. Mandela’s father
Isaac’s actions surprised everyone in the room. The corner of Louis’ mouth twitched at Isaac’s words.This man was truly full of himself.“What are you standing there for? Arrest him!” Brody held his cheek as he yelled at the officers.The two officers growled as they lunged at Isaac. Isaac dodged and retaliated before they could take out their handcuffs. He hit them in their abdomens, and the two officers shrieked as they banged against the wall.Brody’s horrified face turned into a vile smile when he saw the officers tumbling to the ground.“In ancient times, your actions would land you in jail. You punk, now that we have evidence, let’s see you wiggle yourself out of this.” Brody pulled out his phone.“Yeah! He deserves the worst punishment!” Rory cheered.Brody was about to call the authorities for more men to arrest Isaac, but Louis stood up and said sternly, “Brody Mandela, don’t forget your position. Your son started this fight. You’re abetting the evil.”Brody was stunn
Brody’s phone vibrated just as they were speaking. He paused when he saw the incoming number, then got up and walked outward.“Hello, Mr. Hamilton. How may I help you?”“Brody, the secretary asked me to pass you a message. Listen carefully.”Brody braced himself and held his head high. “Yes, sir. I’m listening.”“Mistakes are costly, and somebody must pay. Did you get it? Come, repeat after me.”Brody repeated blankly, “Mistakes are costly, and somebody must pay.”The phone hung up abruptly. Brody stared at his phone, pondering the quote.Suddenly, Brody’s face paled, and a cold sweat broke out.“Dad? The food’s getting cold. Come and have your dinner.” Rory was calling for him.Nevertheless, Brody wasn’t hungry anymore. He kept thinking about the call and thought of Louis. Louis had always been able to grasp their superior’s thoughts.After asking around, Brody obtained Louis’ number and dialed it. The other end answered almost immediately.Brody wiped off his sweat as he s
Rory burst with anger when he heard what Brody said. He yelled, “A gift? I think you’ve lost your mind, Dad. That space is worth tens of millions. How could—”Brody slapped Rory again. “Keep your mouth shut, okay? One more word from you, and you’ll get it from me.” Rory spat blood, but Brody was unconcerned.In the eyes of the general population, Rory was someone out of their reach. His father was a political figure, while his mother held a high position in a prestigious company.But he was incomparable to those born with silver spoons.The office space at Chromo Office was a birthday gift from his mother. No matter what happened to the Mandela family in the future, Rory could still live off the rental collected from the office space located in the central business district.Isaac grinned at the slap Brody gave Rory. Allegra was flustered.Nothing in life was free. Rory had refused her offer just a few hours ago, but now they were giving the space to her for free. Could it be a t