Richard's morning was spent making allies of the other Mafia families on Lucia's behalf as though they respected Richard for his title of the Reaper, it did not in any way extend to the Ramirez family.This meant if Richard were to leave, the Ramirez family might become vulnerable to attacks from opportunists.With that in mind, Richard thought it best to stabilize their foundation before heading back to Intercity.“Thank you,” Lucia remarked as they headed back to their vacation home.The making of allies had been mostly successful with very few deciding to serve as business partners instead of direct allies.Richard shrugged. “It's fine. As it is, you are a valuable part of my family and I don't plan to let you get bullied just like that. This would serve as a beacon of change, ensuring organized crime dies out sooner rather than later.”“Regardless, you have done so much for me and my family. Thinking back now, I'm glad to know that my father wasn't wrong in his actions. If not for
The drive back to meet with General Nebuchadnezzar was nerve-wracking, to say the least.Escorted by his men, it was clear that there was no room for escape though Richard never considered escaping in the first place.From what Mica had explained about the general, Richard thought it wise to put him on par with General Watson in Intercity.The only difference was that General Nebuchadnezzar hadn't retired and had never been poisoned.He was a terrifying man who had cultivated extensively, learning several combat techniques that ensured he was considered one of the top 30 most powerful Combatants in the world.Such a man couldn't be underestimated even for a moment as it would surely lead to Richard's defeat.Also, from Mica, he'd learned of Marie Lafayette's existence as a vixen who had gotten both the finances and power to destroy several men.Now she had her eyes on Richard and that was not a good thing.Of course, Richard wasn't worried for himself as he could surely come out unsca
Richard turned to face the one who spoke, his gaze quickly falling on a middle-aged man who looked incredibly buff for his age.If his powerful physique wasn't enough evidence, then the potent spirit energy surrounding the old man was enough of an indicator to let Richard know that the man was General Nebuchadnezzar.“I greet the general,” Richard remarked in a tone neither servile nor arrogant while keeping a mild countenance.“You are something else, Mr. Smith, others wouldn't even dare to think about it but not only did you beat up my relative, you did so in a way that would haunt him for a long time. That there is an incredible display of strength.” “Unfortunately, I do not apologize for my actions. He was warned and as he did not listen, he received his punishment.”“And you think it right that you would be the one that punishes Vernon?... Who do you think you are, Richard Smith?” A woman inquired as she stood behind the general, her visage twisted in disdain as she glared at Ri
A butler was sent over to inform Richard and the others of dinnertime while also providing appropriate wear for the occasion.Though they had their wears already sorted, it seemed it would best suit them if they accepted the general's gift, it took nothing from them in any case so they accepted it.Once it was time for dinner, the butler, whose name was Alfred, came once again to lead them over to the main house where dinner was to be held.Once they got into the main building, the sheer size was more than twice that of the Smithsonian Hall which showed the extent of the general's vast wealth.It was said that he was a fellow who adored women, having married over 15 women, each birthing him as many as five children.Due to this, there was no time when his manor was empty as several members of his family lived in the estate with him.That was by the way of course as Richard immediately noticed that several members of the generated gathered, most of which had fancy attires worn and carr
General Nebuchadnezzar was a man who believed in hierarchies more than anything else.For him, the first was the first and nothing could change that, even if the second was stronger than the first faster than the first, or even smarter than the first.If you wished to take the position meant for the first, then be the first.That was his life's philosophy which he got from his own experiences as he was the most powerful man in Riverdale but that was only with regards to strength, not political power.This was why he was running for the presidency, to be elected legally despite being capable of ripping through the competition with pure force.Naturally, his ideology was also reflected in the way he led his family as well.Despite having so many wives, the order was maintained as the first wife served as the head of the women in the household, ensuring that the other wives didn't dare think of competing with her for that position.One had dared to do so and had ended up humiliated by th
Vernon, the man-child that had been taught a lesson by Richard was considered a weakling who knew nothing but how to talk.Compared to him, Roman felt himself a man worthy to face the Reaper in combat.He'd been training in several martial art styles and had just recently condensed a spirit energy core and officially become a cultivator.This boosted his confidence in facing Richard who was stated to have done so many things that bordered on fairytale.He even pondered if maybe they'd blemished what he'd done just to make him look bigger than he was.Regardless, Roman saw the current situation as an opportunity to prove to his father that he wasn't to be looked down on.Knowing his father was staring in their direction, Roman grew even bolder, moving to remove Richard's palm from Ricky's wrist.Of course, his first attempt was quickly met with failure as Ricky squirmed underneath the force exerted.“Let go before I teach you a lesson. I am not Vernon and I'd be more than happy to humi
Due to what he did to Roman, a few members of General Nebuchadnezzar's family were not happy to find that Richard was left unpunished.Throughout their lives, no one had ever dared to go against them for the mere fact that they were part of the family of the great General.That sufficed to ensure that whoever crossed paths with them had to do as they were told or risk getting crushed like a bug.However, since Richard's arrival, not only had he manhandled two of the general's kids, but he had done so without any consequences.Even those guests that had come for the First Flower's birthday, on hearing this couldn't help but gasp in awe.“What's going on?... Since when did the general get so soft?”“The last time someone tried something like that, he was mutilated and left to rot in jail, yet this man is still walking around like he owns the place. Just what's going on?”A few thought that they could do the same as Richard but fear of what could happen next stopped them from making the
General Nebuchadnezzar Baylon could be considered a tyrant to all those weaker than him or those who went against him.He toyed with enemies and crushed them without mercy, ensuring that others would learn to not go against him.That was the kind of man he was.The last person who dared to disrespect him ended up as a vegetable in the hospital, never to be seen again.That was just how terrifying the general was.So imagine the shock of everyone when a mere man, a foreigner even, dared to stand in the general's presence and act so nonchalantly.Naturally, it was enough to ensure no one spoke for several seconds as they struggled to accept the reality before them.Had the general grown weak or was Richard Smith that strong?That was the question on the minds of many men as they exchanged looks, not even daring to utter a word amongst themselves for fear of getting crushed.Meanwhile, Richard utilized all he had to remain standing despite the pressure pressing down on his shoulders.A s