With that said, the receptionist left.Roger thought about it and found it reasonable. After all, Eric was the founder and CIO of the Innova Group. It was perfectly reasonable for him to leave work at 7:00 or 8:00 p.m., let alone 11:00 p.m. or 12:0o a.m.However, he waited until after 8:00 p.m.!They couldn't understand Eric didn't need to pass through the lobby since he could directly go to the underground parking lot after work.It was past 9:00 p.m.Roger patted the person next to him. "Let's go! It's already 9:00 p.m., and we're starving to death!"Even the most powerful expert needed to eat.Moreover, these people hadn't eaten lunch, and their stomachs had been growling for a long time.The person next to him looked embarrassed. "Bro, w-we're out of money! All the remaining money was used for bail! We're broke!""Call Roco! He must still have money on him!" Roger said.But Roco's phone couldn't be reached.Roger's face looked worse than if he had eaten shit. It was as i
Upon hearing the news, Roco first froze, then chuckled."So, Uncle Roger has been caught twice already! Looks like there might be a third time! I warned them that Salt City's waters run deep, but they just wouldn't listen. Can't blame me, can you?"-The following morning, Roger and his companions were released.They were rough, stalwart men, yet they were in tears at the police station, crying from hunger.The police felt a bit uncomfortable witnessing their pitiful state.'Could they really have been starved like this?'When the cheese pies were brought out, they really scrambled for them!Witnessing this scene, the police finally confirmed their speculation. Still, they had to compensate where due and pay fines.Roco escorted them out, saying, "Uncle Roger, let's just leave it at that. Let more capable folks from the family come over. The waters here are too treacherous for us to handle!"Roger had suffered a setback twice already. He would likely visit the Innova Group a
Roger gritted his teeth. "Damn it! I'll take you on!"Clutching his fists, he resolved to take down Eric first, no matter what.Yet, before his fist could even swing out, Eric's fist was faster, slamming into his chest and sending him flying out of the office.The door he had just fixed shattered into pieces upon impact.Stunned, he glanced at Eric, his vision blurred, and then he passed out.When he regained consciousness, he found himself in the police station again.But this time, things were different. He was handcuffed, facing two stern-faced police officers.One of them stared at him. "Hernandez, why do you keep causing trouble for the Innova Group repeatedly? Don't you know the company's status in Salt City?"Both of them looked displeased.As public servants, their salaries were funded by the Salt City government, and a portion of that income came from the Innova Group's taxes.By causing trouble for the Innova Group, weren't they obstructing their source of income?
Hunter's voice echoed. "Roco, are you with Roger? What's going on? Why are everyone's phones unreachable?""Oh?" Roco felt awkward. "Um, Uncle Hunter, Uncle Roger... They got arrested again! This time it seems serious. I heard they might be sentenced because they got into a fight!"Uncle Hunter, maybe... you shouldn't come? The waters in Salt City are treacherous, I have no idea how Uncle Roger got caught!" He was considering leaving this place of turmoil behind.As for Roger? It was better to let other members of the Hernandez family handle it. He didn't want to linger in this troublesome place any longer. Who knew what could go wrong?He certainly didn't fancy prison meals, mainly because they tasted awful.Hunter didn't say much and hung up.Roco sighed. "This is bad. Trouble keeps finding us. It seems Uncle Hunter is going to lead the team personally. I hope they don't get into trouble again here."He wasn't very optimistic about it.-At the Innova Group.Sylvia was indi
Amelia was observant of the smallest detail, suspecting that something might be amiss between Eric and Sylvia.It wouldn't be unusual for issues to arise. Eric was wealthy beyond measure, so who wouldn't fall for him?As for Eric himself?Since one sought his wealth, it would be reasonable for him to offer to a younger beauty. After so many years of marriage with Sylvia, it would be understandable if he grew tired of her.Take the Williams family for instance, regularly indulging in lavish feasts but occasionally settling for simple fare. Who's to say a cultivated flower smells sweeter than a wild one? Eric appeared to have eyes for other women too.Sylvia chuckled. "Mom, are you not tired enough? You've taken care of Brook, and now you're here for us. When Yvette grows up a bit more, you should rest properly for a few years and stop worrying about these things.""How can I do that?" Amelia retorted irritably, "Yvette will eventually marry off. With so much money, who will inheri
"Vee, you must preserve that bracelet well. I've told you before, it might save your life when the time comes," Grace insisted, her tone grave."Eric's grandmother gave me that bracelet," Grace recounted, her voice carrying the weight of history. "His grandmother mentioned that it had been passed down for generations in the Hernandez family, always in the Hernandez daughters-in-laws' hands."Now that I think about it, that Hernandez progenitor must have brought it from Lazzla to King City."Sylvia nodded earnestly. "I'll make sure to keep it safe."Regardless of the bracelet's material worth, it was a gift from Grace, and Sylvia cherished it deeply. To her, the necklace around her neck paled in comparison to the preciousness of the bracelet on her wrist.Learning that Sylvia was having dinner, Grace refrained from further interruption.It was Eric who was curious. "What did Mom say to you?"Sylvia raised her hand dismissively. "About the bracelet. Mom mentioned it might have ori
"If only they hadn't volunteered to come to Salt City," Hunter muttered, prompting the others to resume their facade of decency.Roco forced a laugh, continuing. "Once you hear the whole story, you'll understand. I just couldn't help myself! After all, I'm only human, right? I have needs too, don't I?"Nods of agreement followed—there was no arguing with basic biological urges."Exactly!" Roco continued. "I just couldn't resist. I touched that woman's buttocks, and bam! Got another beating, then the police showed up and arrested me."Let me tell you about the third time! I learned my lesson, alright! So, I went to the Innova Group, and guess what? Ran into another beauty!"Oh, she was stunning! A real beauty! Absolutely breathtaking!"But I remembered my lesson this time, didn't touch her. I just asked her to lead me to see Eric. But she refused to cooperate, turned, and walked away!"Could I let her go? No way! I reached out and grabbed her!"But surprise, surprise! This prett
In a state of restless unease, Alvarez Hernandez arrived in Salt City.The composition of the Hernandez family in Lazzla was far more intricate than that of the Pentra family in Westlake City. Bartholomew, Roger, and Hunter were the core of the Hernandez family. Roco, though also a young Hernandez heir, was of little significance. The Hernandez family boasted numerous brothers, branching out over the years, yet each individual's status within the family hierarchy always carried weight.However, the arrival of Alvarez in Salt City undoubtedly marked an important event for the Hernandez family. He was the son of the current family head, Pablo Hernandez, and hailed as the one who would the family in the future.Despite the presence of individuals like Hunter in Salt City, he arrived later than most."Greetings, Master Alvarez!" the crowd chorused.Alvarez's status within the Hernandez family was evident—he was by no means comparable to a character like Roco.Taking his seat, Alvar