"If your friend doesn't show up, who is going to save you then?" Stark asked with a smirk on his face.Jason gave a calm, almost playful smile, brushing off the tense atmosphere. “If backup doesn’t show up soon," he said with an air of unbothered confidence. "I’ll just have to handle this myself,” he remarked, his words carrying a subtle but unmistakable warning.Stark chuckled. He felt no concern. His expression remained one of absolute authority. Besides, he was the notorious leader of Alderfall’s most feared gang.As a man who had ruthlessly crushed all opposition in his rise to power, he had grown used to instilling fear. His previous rival had been eliminated discreetly by his powerful backer, leaving Stark in control of the area without any real opposition. For Stark, this situation with Jason and the Winston Consortium was a chance to send a clear message to them and everyone else, which is that he was the one who held control in Alderfall, and anyone challenging him would eith
Jason looked down at Lloyd, his expression hardening with contempt, and then he scoffed. Without a word, he delivered a swift, brutal kick to Lloyd's chest, sending him sprawling backward. Lloyd hit the ground with a thud, his body crumpling as he slipped into unconsciousness, a hollow silence following his collapse.A few of the special forces men started for Jason to try to hold him back, but Robin raised an arm, signaling them not to interfere.Jason, barely paying attention to them, slightly glanced at Lloyd before turning his focus to Stark, who quivered, his earlier swagger was now scattered. He moved with a quiet intensity as he approached Stark, his gaze cold and unyielding. Stark’s face paled as Jason loomed over him, his eyes blazing with a silent fury.“Why did you go after Lisa?” Jason demanded, his voice low but filled with menace. The tension in the room was thick, and everyone could feel the weight of his words.Stark stammered, his confidence utterly shattered. “It...
"Well, I would love to tell you why I am here, but it is not a matter best discussed at night on a porch," the man said, his tone, though polite, still carrying a touch of pride in it. "So tell me, Mr. White, can I come in? Or should I say, Mr. Winston?"Jason watched the man carefully, remembering Stark’s words about a powerful ally called the Owens family. There was no mistaking it now, Jason thought; the man in front of him was part of that hidden network."Yes, you can," Jason replied, a smile on his face as he stepped aside, gesturing for Xavier to come in. "And I prefer Mr. White."Xavier let out a low chuckle. He walked in and settled himself on the couch with a measured almost unsettling calm. Jason, on the other hand, sat beside Lisa on another couch, keeping her within reach, his posture protective. He took out a box from his pocket, lit a cigarette, and took a slow drag from it, his gaze hard and unblinking. “So, what brings you here?” he asked in an even tone, though his
Lisa paused, watching the expression on Jason's face. He still had an expressionless look on his face, so Lisa couldn't tell if he was okay with her request or not. She bit her lips as she thought of what to do next. “I have a feeling you don't like stuff like banquets and dinner parties, but... I would... I would still love for you to come with me," She stammered trying to convince him. "I just… I don’t feel comfortable going alone, especially after everything that’s happened.” “Lisa, I think you might be overthinking this. Nothing is going to happen to you,” Jason replied gently, though he could see the worry etched on her face. Lisa sighed. "I know, but..." She paused. She didn't know what else to say to him. Jason kept his eyes on her. He didn't want to budge, but her pleading expression softened his resolve, and he couldn’t bring himself to turn her down. Finally, he nodded. “Alright, if it’ll make you feel safer, I’ll go.” Lisa's face lit up with relief. “Thank you, Jas
With a haughty grin, the man introduced himself, “Oscar Evans. I don’t think you know me, do you? Well, I'm not surprised. It's obvious you don't belong here.” His eyes swept over Jason dismissively before he added, “I see Ms. Karl has gone out of her way to bring along her driver. Maybe it’s best if you left before you embarrass yourself.” His tone dripped with condescension, and Jason felt a flicker of irritation.Before Jason could respond, Oscar continued, clearly enjoying himself. “This venue is strictly for the upper echelon. You’re out of your league, friend,” he said, sneering. “A driver like you couldn’t possibly appreciate any of this.”Jason clenched his jaw, determined to hold back his frustration, though it was becoming increasingly difficult. Though he was dressed in casual clothes, he wasn’t here to draw attention or start a confrontation, but Oscar’s smug attitude was testing his patience.Just as Oscar finished his tirade, a muscular man entered the hall, drawing atte
"How could you do that to my daughter?!" Henry Gates yelled in anger.Jason was speechless. "My wife came back drunk last night, and as her husband, I helped her undress," He explained."Just so you know, non-consensual rights are also considered rape even in a marriage!" Eloise's Mom yelled as she patted Eloise's back."I want you to divorce my daughter immediately!" Mr. Gates yelled.Jason frowned."That's enough Dad! I can't believe you would suggest that! After everything he did for us!" Elaina, Eloise's sister yelled."Shut up brat!" Mrs. Gates countered in an angry tone."No, I won't, Mom. You all seem to have forgotten that his Ten Million Dollars investment was what kept the company from going bankrupt," She said. "Are you insane, Elaina? How can you support someone who hurt your sister?!" Eloise yelled in fury. "Jason might have invested, but the reason the company is where it is today is because of me, and not his staying at home and doing nothing! Got it?!" Jason was di
Jason got to the location of Winston Group's Alderfall Branch. He was admiring everything when a woman walked up to him. "Good morning Sir. You must be Mr. Winston, it's nice to finally meet you," She greeted as she took a bow, her voice firm and polite."And you are?" He asked.She straightened up. "I am Miss Lisa Karl, Alderfall Branch's Manager," She replied with a smile on her face."Oh, that's great. I would love to talk about a few things relating to the Branch's business with you," He said to her."Sure, Sir. I'll take you to the office," She replied.They walked towards the elevator and got in. Lisa couldn't help but sneak a few peeks at Jason."Do you mind telling me why you keep looking at me?" He asked without turning to her.Her face flushed with embarrassment."I'm sorry, Sir, it's just that I can't help but wonder how you were able to form the Winston Group because you are so young. I mean, I've seen pictures of you before, but you look a lot younger in person," She re
Jason heard noises coming from downstairs."Cheers to Lloyd and the Richardson Group!" He heard Mr. Gates yell."Cheers!" Eloise and her Mom chorused as they clinked their glasses and drank in joy."Here's the lazy man who calls himself my husband," Eloise mocked the moment she set her eyes on him. "While you were sitting here doing nothing, Lloyd got Winston Group to increase the investment from One billion to Five Billion Dollars," She added.Jason stared at her. “Are you sure he didn't get on his knees and beg for it?” He asked.This got her upset. She moved towards him."You know, I think you should apologize to Lloyd for hitting him earlier. I mean who else would want to employ a lowlife house-husband with no work experience, no skill, or money, who does nothing more but join the maids in cleaning the house," She said with a smirk on her face.Jason knew she was trying to humiliate him, but he wasn't planning on stooping to her level."Five Billion Dollars doesn't make much of a