Richard walked to the lobby of Glass House with Melinda in tow, her expression a mess while Richard remained calm.*Damn it, how dare those bastards do this?... Richard, we can't just let them get away with this.""Get away?... You underestimate me, Melinda, I don't plan on leaving here just like that. Tonight, I'll prove to everyone that no one can mess with me and get away with it." As Richard spoke, he pulled out his cell phone and promptly dialed a number."Hello."[Brother, how are you?] James inquired from the other end of the call."Quite annoyed. Some bastards dared to make trouble for me at the Glass House auction. I thought it would be a good chance to flex your military might so I need you to come over here right now."[Brother, it's not like I wouldn't like to come but the Glass House is government property and I can't legally get in without issues arising]"Then if you can't enter legally, enter illegally. You have your means, yes?"[Heh, brother, you are underestimating
"Where is he?" James Gordon inquired as he marched into the Glass House with his men fully armed.He had a cold glint in his eyes as he scanned the area like a hawk.Frank's expression instantly turned white at the sudden entrance while Tony stood as still as a statue.James marched over before coming to stand before Richard. "Brother, I arrived as soon as you called. Tell me, which one of these people do you want me to teach a lesson?"As he spoke, he regarded both Frank and Tony like they were prey ready for slaughter.Richard replied. "Both of them."Frank trembled as Tony's jaw dropped at the realization that he'd messed with the wrong person."Is that so?... Wonderful. By the time I'm done with them, they'd never cause trouble again." James said as he cracked his knuckles, his men already surrounding the area to ensure the culprits didn't escape."Sir please have mercy!...mercy sir!... I had eyes but couldn't see Mount Tai." Frank begged fervently as he dropped to his knees in te
The Minister of Intercity was a major position in the empire.Intercity, though, incomparable to the capital, was a major city in the empire, touted as one of the most advanced cities in the world.So it was understandable that those in such a position would have money, power, and connections to do whatever they wanted.This was why Xavier would have never expected what he saw when he stepped out to receive his son after he'd returned from the auction.In all his life as the minister, no one had ever dared to touch what he was his but today that record was shattered."What!?" Xavier could barely believe his eyes as he watched Tony, his son, get carried into the ministerial estate by his servants.He looked quite beaten and was in a generally terrible state."Who did this?" Xavier asked in a furious tone. *Who dared to touch my only son?... Give me a name now!" The head of Tony's security, Morris stepped forward to reply seeing as how Tony was still unconscious to do so. "Sir, it was
"Do you need anything else, Richard?" Melinda inquired after she'd completed the massage.Richard let out a relieved sigh, feeling rather refreshed from Melinda's handiwork.He considered the possibility of employing her as his permanent masseuse but quickly got rid of the thought to avoid passing across the wrong message.Coughing awkwardly, he remarked. "To be honest, I'm quite parched and I don't know if I'd be able to sleep immediately so maybe if you could get me some warm milk, it would help me sleep better."For some reason, his words caused Melinda to blush as she turned away her face almost like she was embarrassed about something."Uhmm, did I say something bad?" Richard inquired with a raised brow."... No, not at all. It's just… are you sure that's what you want?""Yeah, of course. Warm milk will get me sleepy in no time.""... I see. Well, I guess if it's just milk, I could… I've never done this before so you have to be gentle." 'Huh?...Gentle?... What is she talking abo
"What do you mean by the company is about to be shut down?"[Sir, it's all my fault, please punish me] Maria replied from the other side, her worried tone a clear indication of her mental state.It wouldn't be a shock if she began to cry based on how she was sounding."Okay, calm down, Maria. I need you to explain the situation."[It's like this. After the embezzlement case that left Serenity nearly bankrupt, we were unable to pay our taxes and that left us in a tight spot. Thankfully you came on when you did but I made a terrible mistake]"What mistake?"[It skipped my mind that we still had a backlog of unpaid taxes yet to be accounted for and now it's been brought to light for which reason the company accounts have been frozen]"So that's how it is."[Sir, I'm so sorry. It was my mistake]"It's fine. Understandably, such a small thing would be forgotten. The fact that it's been brought up now is quite suspicious. Who froze the account?"[The Minister gave the order for it to be fro
Lester was a member of the Imperial Revenue and Customs Agency branch in Intercity.He was responsible for auditing companies and ensuring they paid their taxes on time.Unfortunately, he was a corrupt official who worked for the minister, helping him take down companies that didn't conform to the Minister's wishes.This time, he had been sent to take down Orion Corp after what Richard had done to the Minister, causing him to lose out on the properties he wished to appropriate for himself.The minister had given him charge to ensure that he forced Orion Corp to shut down for the time being while also letting him know that Richard wouldn't be able to do anything about it because he would be attacked on his way to the office.Which was why he was currently at Orion Corp headquarters to pressure them to shut down."Good day, Mr. Lester. Nice to meet you." Maria greeted with a warm smile as she approached.Lester snorted. "Hmmph, what's good about the day?... Your corrupt company dares to
'What's going on?...didn't the minister say he won't be coming in today?... So what's the meaning of this?... How come he is here now?... He managed to survive the Minister's attack?" So many questions streaked through Lester's mind as he found Richard standing at the entrance to Orion Corp, his hands in his pockets.Richard regarded him for a moment causing Lester to step away from Maria in fright.Noting this, Richard sauntered over, his gaze trained on Lester as he came within arm's length.Intimidated by Richard's imposing aura, Lester didn't dare to say anything immediately but knowing he couldn't remain silent, he had to say something to save face and so, he did."Well well, if it is the new owner of the so-called big corporation that somehow doesn't know how to pay taxes. You should be ashamed of yourself. People like you disgust me." Lester spat coldly, his gaze filled with disdain for Richard.Richard raised a brow as he inquired. "And you are?" "Huh?""I presume you are som
Lester was dumbfounded by the news he received.The unpaid taxes had been cleared?... No less by Richard Smith?But how?... How had he done so when his accounts were frozen?He glanced at Richard who met his gaze with a grin, clearly mocking him for overestimating himself."You…" Lester began but never finished as he knew there was nothing he could say that would change what had happened.Richard caught this and remarked. "So tell me, have you confirmed the payment?"It was almost like he was mocking Lester and of course, he was."... How?""A magician never reveals his secrets. Now, I believe you owe me and my employees an apology for the ruckus you caused this morning."Lester froze, realizing that he'd be humiliated if he allowed Richard to continue.Thankfully, he still had something up his sleeves."Why should I apologize?... Your actions just now prove that you are involved in money laundering which the minister has accused you of. I will arrest you right now!" Silence reigned