Hector froze at Alex's outburst."You can go back! Don't even think of using these tricks. Money, gifts, and dinners are all useless!" Alex said sternly.Hector quickly left. However, once out of the department, he felt something was amiss. Dinners and gifts were just normal routines. So why did Alex clearly state it? There was more to his words!He immediately understood Alex's intention.-In the evening, he parked his car at the department's entrance. Sure enough, Alex walked toward his car.Hector smiled and said, "Mr. Carter, please get in the car?"Alex had a stern face. "Mr. Feynman, I'm getting in the car because I think you are a worthy friend. Remember, this is a private matter unrelated to any official business!"Hector grinned broadly. "I understand, Mr. Carter." In fact, he didn't want to do this. Flattering people like Alex made him uncomfortable. However, the Visionary Group's technicians had mentioned some advantages of the Innova Group's solution.Combined w
In Hector's view, a woman like Sylvia was not to be trifled with, let alone provoked. Could the Innova Group achieve its current status under the suppression of the three major international manufacturers and Visionary Group without some capability? Especially when he knew that the Innova Group took over the department jointly established by the Larson family and Visionary Group!Perhaps Sylvia earned her prominent position in the Innova Group due to her outstanding business abilities. He knew that the Montgomery family wasn't the sole force behind the Innova Group—there must be a more formidable force backing them!Alex's idea of confronting them was tantamount to seeking death. Without Alex, wouldn't his money be given away for nothing?Thinking of that, Hector reminded, "Mr. Carter, the Innova Group is quite capable. We have tried several times but failed to bring down the Innova Group."He implied that the Innova Group was not to be trifled with, and a mere director should not
Dante had numerous reasons to halt the Visionary Group's operations. The recent incident involving the Larsons had left the Combat Department with unresolved issues regarding the company.Hector's face turned pale as he was temporarily taken away for investigation.The news left the Feynmans angry but unable to voice their frustration, given that the Larsons had disappeared. Although the Feynmans were also a top elite family in King City, they now found themselves under the Combat Department's scrutiny.After resolving the Visionary Group issue, Dante called Sylvia to inform her he had taken care of what she had asked. He assured her that the Visionary Group wouldn't cause any trouble for the Innova Group in the near future.Sylvia expressed her gratitude. She wasn't concerned about the three major international manufacturers—they were just there for show.The focus was on the Innova Group and the Visionary Group.Sylvia believed the matter was almost settled. However, in the aft
After Mell departed, Alex shifted closer to Sylvia. Her fragrance stirred his desires, yet he needed to establish a threat to Sylvia."Ms. Williams, the Innova Group has achieved significant success, but it's relatively new. In many aspects, it still lags behind the Visionary Group and the three major international manufacturers."The construction of the data centers is tied to national security. We are willing to spend, but quality must be guaranteed."Sylvia nodded. "Mr. Carter, rest assured. Though we haven't tackled such a large project before, neither has the Visionary Group or the three giants. In this aspect, our companies are on the same starting line."Moreover, I assume the three giants have likely been excluded. So, it's just our companies left. I'm confident that, concerning data security, the Innova Group is the more reliable of the two."As she spoke, she subtly distanced herself from Alex. Although he didn't touch her, she was meticulous about cleanliness and mainta
After enjoying the meal, Sylvia kept herself occupied for a while before taking a rest.-The next morning at work, Mell asked, "Ms. Williams, did Alex do anything to you?"Sylvia smiled and replied, "If I'm not mistaken, that jerk should still be in the hospital."-Indeed, Alex was still in the hospital. It wasn't until the morning that he woke up. He was furious that he ended up battered instead of successfully pursuing Sylvia."That bitch! Just wait and see!" he cursed and took out his phone to contact Hector, intending to secure more benefits from him. Regarding security matters, he couldn't care less.Unfortunately, he couldn't reach Hector on the phone.Alex's expression darkened. "What's going on? Who does he think he is, ignoring my call?!" He was unaware that Hector was still detained in the Combat Department.-Alex felt slightly better in the afternoon and decided to contact Sylvia again.He was unable to swallow the humiliation from last night's incident and q
Alex felt an overwhelming sense of joy, eagerly awaiting the surprise Sylvia had in store for him. He was confident it would be nothing short of amazing. His excitement only intensified as Sylvia pulled out her phone to make a call.Before long, a group of sturdy men arrived, leaving Alex utterly bewildered.The leader gestured and commanded, "Take him away!"In a state of confusion, Alex exclaimed, "Wait! Wait! Who are you people? Why are you taking me away?!"Little did he know, this was the grand gift Sylvia had arranged. They were members of the Combat Department, armed with evidence gathered against Alex. Hector had spilled the beans immediately upon his arrest.Sylvia had anticipated potential issues and called Dante in advance. Fortunately, Dante's subordinates were competent enough to handle the situation."Who are we? We are from the Combat Department!" the leader declared.This revelation sent shivers down Alex's spine, realizing he was in deep trouble.Without furthe
Dante let out a sigh involuntarily. During this period, he had faced numerous hardships, realizing that reality deviated significantly from the illusion of having everything under control."Challenging, isn't it?" Pierce sighed. "Had you not conspired with Shadow, would you be entangled in all this? Dante, reconsider before it's too late!"Regret filled him. Legends were already rare, and Dante's persistence meant that the Combat Department might lose a Lieutenant General and a legend. Cultivating such a skilled individual demanded substantial resources and innate talent—both indispensable.Take Eric, for instance—he possessed natural talent. As for resources, Sylvia initially paved the way for him, and later, he encountered influential figures like Tyson and the Celestial Sage Sanctum—resources beyond the reach of ordinary people."Recosinder?" Dante's expression grew grim. "Pierce, there's no turning back!"Eric and Ruth are still on the run, but rest assured, I will reunite the
Someone triggered the infrared alarm, prompting the guard to swiftly stand up. He noticed a shadow rushing toward the villa!"Stop!" he shouted, lunging forward and punching the shadow.The shadow stopped, turned around, and retaliated with a punch!The guard was sent flying across the ground, blood spewing from his mouth. He couldn't muster the strength to draw his gun. Despite his martial arts skills, he was rendered motionless with just a punch. The intruder was exceptionally powerful!The alarm had awakened Eric and Ruth. They witnessed the shadow take down the guard from the second floor.Eric furrowed his brow. "This person is formidable.""How strong? Stronger than Shadow?" Ruth asked.Eric didn't answer, but the punch made him realize that the intruder was on par with a legend. Breaking into the villa in the middle of the night, he was likely coming for Ruth. Such people would surely possess some clues.Eric descended the stairs, determined to intervene tonight without