"Please forgive us, Madison, we made a big mistake," Karol begged on her knees.Maddie hesitated to respond, perhaps because she was torn between forgiving Karol and Rita for their acts or putting them through the same humiliation she endured because of them.Pursing her lips, she glanced at Richard, like she hoped for him to give a verdict but he remained silent.It seemed he was serious about her being the judge of the situation.Taking a deep breath, she finally replied. "It's fine, I forgive you.""Thank…""But I don't." Richard suddenly said causing the atmosphere to grow oppressive.Maddie glanced at Richard, worried that she had made a mistake but Richard wasn't looking at her."Maddie is a kind soul so she'd forgive you, however, I won't. For insulting my family, you will pay the ultimate price. I will give you two options; either you join Lister Brand as an employee or you leave.""What?" Karol couldn't believe her ears at Richard's words.Richard snorted. "I've spoken to you
Richard nodded as he got to his feet. "Alright then. I'll take care of the unearthing process as well as the valuation and subsequent sales. As agreed on, you'd take 40% and I'll take 60%.""No, Mr. Smith. If possible, I'd like for you to hold on to the money, perhaps open a bank account to which we can have access.""Oh?... Why?" Richard couldn't help but inquire.Lauren hesitated before she explained. "First City Bank is a dangerous institution, Mr. Smith. They might end up doing something bad even though the land is no longer in their hands to take." "Are they really that despicable?" Richard had always thought the Martinez family were the height of despicable but it seemed other organizations were waiting to prove him wrong.Lauren nodded. "First City Bank has ruined many lives, Mr. Smith. I won't lie and say that I'm not scared because I am." Richard furrowed his brows before ultimately nodding in agreement."As you wish. But don't worry, First City Bank won't dare to do anythi
"Oh my gosh, it's Mr. Raymond Young.""Is that him?""The son of the Young family from overseas?...it's said that their family is in the World's top 3000 richest. The Dawson's are connected to such a prestigious family?... Unbelievable."Raymond arrived with a convoy in his car, the Phantom Boat which was the same brand Richard had owned once upon a time but because of circumstances, ended up getting destroyed.It reminded him he still had a pound to receive for what was done to him that day.Regardless, Raymond was in the company of several guards dressed in expensive tuxedos and carrying weapons.He grinned as he walked, taking in the admiration of everyone present.Unlike others, however, Melinda rolled her eyes in indignation, earning a glance from Richard."Do you know him?""What gave it away?""?""Ugh, fine, we went to the same college together. He was such an obnoxious ass that chased anything in skirts. He had sex with a record 500 women and he wanted to add me to his list.
"What is going on here?" Commissioner Gordon inquired calmly as he walked, accompanied by quite a few special ops.Everyone gave way to him for fear of getting in his way, allowing him to quickly reach Richard's position."Commissioner Gordon," Richard called out cheerfully. "Glad to see you here.""Likewise, my friend. Now tell me, what's going on here?"Raymond at this point couldn't help but get worried considering Richard looked to be on good terms with the Commissioner.Richard sighed as he replied. "I was teaching that man over there a lesson but unfortunately his bodyguards decided to stand in my way.""Is that so?... That won't do at all." Commissioner Gordon remarked as he gestured for his men to move.Immediately, Raymond's bodyguards had themselves surrounded causing them to immediately back away from Richard."Much better," Richard muttered before glaring at Raymond who immediately backed away in fright."You…you better stay right there. Do anything to me and you'd surely
"How dare you say something so presumptuous!" Matthew bellowed in anger as he stepped forward."Who do you think you are to dare have intentions towards a daughter of the Dawson family?... Do you think you are worthy?...a nameless bastard like you?... You'd best retract your words right now lest I cut off your tongue and feed them to the dogs."Richard remained unmoved as he spared the former a perfunctory glance before promptly looking away, further infuriating Matthew."You bastard!" Melinda quickly spoke up. "That's enough Matthew. The man you are insulting saved Grandfather.""And because of that, he decided to have the swan while only being a disgusting frog. He is not worthy!... If he wishes, we would gift him money, after all, that's all he has to offer.""Matthew!""Am I wrong?... Richard Smith is a nameless fool who has no business being here. I believe he is trying to use you to gain access to Rosario so he can take it from us."Just as others began to comment, all pointing
Taking the opportunity as everyone was mocking Richard, Matthew remarked. "You see the fool that dares to think he is worthy of your hand, Melinda?... He doesn't even know the difference between a mere piece of gold and a spirit stone. Just kick that fool out already.""You…" Melinda trembled but she knew that something was wrong.The stone in Richard's hand looked like gold and he must have known this, so why had he brought it out?She couldn't understand what was happening even as Richard insisted."Please, just appraise it. It's not what you think." He seemed sure of himself which further annoyed Murphy."Do you think I don't know what I'm saying?... I am a world-renowned appraiser and you think I won't be able to recognize gold from a mile away?... Please respect yourself and get out of here. I don't understand what Vincent sees in you." Murphy berated.However, Richard stood his ground. "I still ask that you appraise it.""You…""Damn it, stop embarrassing this family already."
Richard had a smug grin on his lips as he inquired. "Are you worried?" "Why shouldn't I be?... Because of you, I had to go against the Young family. Do you think they won't try to retaliate?" Vincent retorted."But you still did it and let's not act like you did it for me," Richard remarked before taking out the Sun Tears once again. "It's because of this, right?... This is the reason you went against the Young family.""..." Vincent remained silent as it was clear that Richard wasn't going to be taking the blame he wished to serve him.Chuckling lightly, Richard continued. "I doubt the Young family would be able to do much damage to your company as is so let's focus on the main issue; the Sun Tears.""How are we splitting it?""We aren't." Richard calmly replied causing Vincent to pause."What do you mean?"Richard sighed. "That we aren't sharing the profit. But considering you'd help me with a Black card and avenue to sell the Tears in the National Museum, then I'd be willing to ha
"..." Vanessa remained silent as she stared at Donald.Donald was a branch manager for First City Bank and he had come on the behest of his superiors to buy off Keystone Bank and turn into another Branch under First City.Naturally, the amount they were willing to pay was a pittance compared to Keystone's true worth but they didn't think they would be rejected.Unfortunately for them, they underestimated Vanessa's will because despite being broke, she had rejected their offer 6 times.This was the seventh and if she didn't agree, Donald had been advised to utilize 'other' means to convince her."You are silent, Ms. Leroy," Donald remarked.Vanessa took a deep breath before replying in a rather aggressive tone. "I have told you several times before now, Mr. Donald. Keystone would be sold over my dead body!" "Don't make such statements, you don't know if it might just happen," Donald growled in response.He hated that Vanessa was so stubborn.She'd insulted him several times already an