Nobody knew about the conversation between Old Brooks and the young man in the bungalow, but it was already morning when Old Brooks left the place.Allegra came back very late the night before. She fell asleep after washing herself up.When Isaac woke up, Allegra was already applying makeup at the dressing table.“Isaac, get ready quickly. It’s the ribbon-cutting ceremony today. The company’s management personnel will all be there,” said Allegra while turning toward him. She heard him waking up.Isaac’s unsightly sleeping posture was a real eyesore.“Ah! Can’t you just pull the covers on?” grumbled Allegra as she blushed.Isaac was stunned. He thought, “I didn’t expect you to turn around so suddenly.”That morning, several processions of cars from Cloud City, Aurum County, and various other regions headed for Mt. Equest.Heavy pieces of equipment were brought into the empty plot of land under the mountain.Folks gathered around, and reporters from several mainstream media arri
“Uhm…”Isaac was about to hang up when he heard Alexis’ voice. He frowned and asked, “Anything else?”Alexis mustered her courage. “I w—would like to treat you to a meal. When is the most convenient for you?”Isaac glanced at Isabella. He’d rather spend more time with his daughter. “Tomorrow is good. Send me the location.”Isabella took his phone and asked abruptly, “Daddy, I haven’t seen Uncle Bob for two days. Where is he? He’s fun.”Isaac was stunned. He gently pinched her cheek. “Uncle Bob is on an errand. He’ll be back after a few days with delicious snacks for you. Do you like that?”“Yes! Yay, I have snacks.” Isabella left the kitchen delightfully.After lulling Isabella to sleep, Isaac returned to the living room and called Beefy Bob.When the call got through, Isaac asked, “Beefy Bob, what’s taking you so long? How’s the situation?”Beefy Bob immediately answered, “Isaac, there’s progress. It’s related to the martial arts powerhouses over here. I’ve been too busy thes
Emily and her colleagues were enraged at Andrew’s snobbish attitude.Wouldn’t he give it some thought? Allegra was his sister; what was he thinking?Emily sprung up from her seat and said coldly, “If that’s your answer, there’s no need to say anymore. Thanks for your hospitality.”“Hey, don’t leave yet. Why don’t you join me for a meal? Perhaps we can come up with a better price during our meal. After all, you’re really captivating.” Andrew smiled lewdly at Emily.“Get lost.” Emily was irritated. She left right after scolding Andrew.She would never eat at the same table as that bastard.Emily had just reached the entrance when Andrew caught up with her. He said anxiously, “Ms. Danson, please don’t be mad. Look. Let me refer this issue to our president, and then we can discuss it again to see if we can offer you a lower price.”“Are you saying this for real?”“Of course. I’ll call you in a few days.” Andrew patted his chest confidently.Emily’s anger simmered down slightly whe
To their surprise, Astraeus seemed to have just let that slide.“Mr. Garten, we’re now at Occasum Tower. It is built on a mountain slope and boasts a great view of the surrounding. Let’s have our dinner here tonight.”Alexis led Isaac to a small tower on the west. They entered a room on the far west of the third floor; it consisted of vintage interior decoration and a faint smell of pine. Outside the window was a lovely scene of sunset on the mountainside.“The scene here is pretty, indeed. Occasum Tower, huh? It’s a pleasant name.” Isaac nodded.With the four elders accompanying them, Alexis sat next to Isaac. Beauties in mini dresses brought in the dishes one after the other. When the breeze blew, there were even whiffs of fragrances.The elders started toasting Isaac. It was known that martial arts practitioners were immune to common alcohol but could still feel tipsy after drinking. Besides, it was how they show honor to someone.They enjoyed their liquor while admiring the s
“Don’t frame my student, Raven! Without orders from our elders and me, students from Holy Division would never hurt others. You’re just here to cause trouble, aren’t you?” Alexis roared. She stood in front of the crowd and confronted Raven.Raven rubbed his chin; Alexis was entrancing. He cackled and said, “But my subordinate claimed one of your students hit him. Just admit it, won’t you? If you don’t, don’t blame me for what I’ll do next.”Alexis bellowed, “Raven Pacific, what are you up to? Holy Division did nothing to your subordinate. Stop slinging mud at us.”“What am I up to, you ask? If you, Alexis Russo, accompany me for the night at Eastwell Sect and serve me nicely, I’ll let this matter slide. Otherwise, hand over that student of yours who injured my subordinate. I’ll take him away.” Raven’s face contorted menacingly as he spoke.Alexis and her people glowered at hearing what he said.Alexis, especially, was in a rage.“You shameless jerk. How could you suggest somethin
Isaac!Raven shuddered and looked around immediately but didn’t see Isaac anywhere.“Hah. Isaac? He’s in dire straits himself—it’s useless. Besides, I don’t believe that jerk is here every day. Follow me to my bed like a good girl, will ya?” Raven laughed as he groped Alexis.At that moment, they heard a low voice coming from the stairway, “Even if I’m in dire straits, I can always incapacitate you.” Isaac frowned as he strode down the steps.By then, two of the elders were out cold. The battle had ended when Raven caught Alexis.Raven’s facial muscles fervently twitched when he saw Isaac. He didn’t think he’d meet Isaac here.“Isaac, what are you doing? Why are you here at this hour? Oh, are you having an affair with this whore?” Raven smiled mockingly.Alexis gritted her teeth and growled, “Bastard! You son of a bitch! Stop wagging your tongue.”“Let her go, and I’ll only break one of your arms.” Isaac pointed at Raven.Raven was terrified. His face distorted, and he reach
Raven felt tremendous danger from Isaac’s attack. He instinctively hid behind Alexis.He viciously thought, “You’re planning on killing me with one strike, but I’ll drag this bitch to hell with me.”Alexis stared wide-eyed at the red shadow fist aiming for her face. She couldn’t avoid it.She even shut her eyes in devastation.Raven cackled. He didn’t notice Isaac was already darting toward them right after launching his red shadow fist.The red shadow fist was three inches away from Alexis’ face when a hand stretched toward it.Isaac absorbed his threatening and destructive attack back via his palm.“Go,” he whispered into Alexis’ ear. Alexis opened her eyes and was surprised to see Isaac so near her.She felt her body leave the ground. Isaac grabbed her shoulder and thrust her backward.Raven glared at the scene before him. He witnessed Isaac absorbing his attack back into his palm. What kind of move was that? That was the first time he ever saw something like that.He was
“Nevertheless, I’m pretty sure the Neal family will regret their decision.”Isaac’s gaze fixated on Alexis; she forgot how to breathe.“Are you sure that’ll be fine?” Alexis looked at the man before her, horrified. His every word sent her blood pressure escalating.“Do you believe me?”“I do.”“Then go to Evie. I won’t stay here any longer. Cyrus wouldn’t stoop to your heights just to take out his anger on you, so you’re safe for the time being.” Isaac patted Alexis’ shoulder and left.Alexis pondered briefly before gritting her teeth and said, “Elders who are uninjured, come with me to meet the division leader.”An hour later, Cyrus, resting in one of the rooms, heard footsteps and looked out.Evie, with her veil on, hurried in.“Evie, why are you here at this hour?” Cyrus asked with a smile. The swelling on his face had subsided.“Something happened to Raven and his men.”“Raven? What could possibly happen?”Evie bit her lip and said in a lowered voice, “He’s dead, along