Hearing Justin wanted money, Mason relaxed. Anything resolvable by money was no issue. Although his company was in dire straits now, he still had ample private funds.He respectfully offered a gold card to Justin. "Mr. Wilson, there is $5 million inside. Just a token of my apologies. Please accept it."Justin naturally accepted the card without hesitation. Just as everyone thought the matter settled, unexpectedly, Justin was not satisfied.They had assumed Justin would let it go after this concession.But Justin deliberately did otherwise. He slowly rose, sipping red wine languidly as all watched."Mr. Hicks, I mentioned desiring to start a cosmetics business as a side venture. As you know, building a new company is difficult. Why don't we partner up?"Hearing this, Mason's face lit up. He had thought Justin was letting him off. He knew the current turmoil in his company was solely created by Justin. If Justin agreed to collaborate, those investors who pulled out might come groveling
Those who had boasted of wealth and assets earlier were now cowards. Only they knew their true net worth despite the bragging and posturing. In truth, none could afford even a fraction of the bill, let alone the full amount.What to do now? They thought of Justin, the true rich man who just casually paid over $6 million without blinking. This remainder must be pocket change to him. Yet none dared approach to borrow money after the earlier spectacle, chillingly fresh in memory. This was a true ruthless figure. They had also insulted Justin more or less, so asking to borrow now would surely end disastrously. At best they might leave skinned alive.Everyone hesitated until Derek sighed and stepped forward."Justin, help us out. I know some said unpleasant things earlier, but we're classmates for three years after all. Do it for my sake."Hearing this, many cast Justin eager, hopeful looks. Though his impressions of them were poor, with Derek's plea, it would be rude to refuse. So Justin
"Damn it, boss! I thought it was something serious. This little issue has you worried? Fear not, I'll go with you. If you truly love the sister-in-law and feelings are mutual, consider this wedding as good as done. Marrying a tycoon as a mistress, hmph, not in this lifetime." Justin slammed the table in decision. Ava too was eager to tag along on the adventure. Deeply moved, Derek nevertheless shook his head, "Justin, forget it. I appreciate the thought, but I know you work hard for your money. Don't waste it on me. It's fine, we'll just break up. Maybe my next girlfriend will be better."Justin shook his head upon hearing this. He knew Derek was a proud man who would not casually accept "charity." Yet with the wedding in peril, refusing aid now would surely doom it.A gentleman helps others realize their dreams. Moreover, this was his mentor. Failure to retrieve this situation would be an embarrassment. How could he claim to be the student if word got out? The matter demanded discr
"Who?! Who dares such shameless misconduct? Bring him out! I'll flay him alive!" Manager Joshua was drenched in cold sweat now, yelling furiously in the lobby. But the fat man had long since disappeared from sight. Finally, Joshua got the story from another customer and learned the Mediterranean man had provoked this VIP. Furious, he stormed behind the counter, dragged out the cowering offender and flung him before Justin.But Justin did not even glance at him. Instead, he turned to Derek:"Boss, why are there so many people in this world who enjoy looking down on others? We were just dealing with an annoying issue, and now this crops up?""Forget it. Seems there's another bank next door. Let's withdraw there instead. Sigh, for future business partnerships, I should look to other banks. Can't afford to provoke these haughty Libertas fellows!"With that, he headed for the exit with Derek. Panicking, Joshua rushed to obstruct their path, smiling and placating:"Gentlemen, miss, this wa
Back in the car, they went to a nearby cafe. Justin parked while Derek called his girlfriend, bluntly proposing to discuss the dowry issue. Hearing this, she fell silent. But a shrill female voice suddenly sounded on the call, followed by clamoring:"Kimberly, why say so much? He asked us there, so let's go! With your aunts present, if he can't put up $100k, don't think of succeeding!""Derek Ramirez, just you wait! Caesar's Cafe right? We'll be right over!"From the conversation, Justin discerned a formidable, money-grubbing character - not one to be trifled with.So they waited at the cafe, the luxury car hidden for a dramatic reveal later to bolster Derek's standing.After some thirty minutes, the door opened and over a dozen middle-aged women barged in belligerently like an army of warriors, presenting quite an intimidating sight.Seeing his girlfriend, Derek hurried over, fawning attentively. The girl clearly reciprocated, so the couple greeted affectionately.But a 40-something
"Why are you still fighting over this? You're like rabid dogs fighting over scraps," Justin sneered. "My boss already told you - he wants nothing more to do with you people. This money stays with us, so abandon your pathetic pipe dreams."But Trinity refused to back down. "On what grounds does he get to just walk away after so many years together? Is my daughter so worthless that he can just toss her aside like garbage? I don't think so. Even if they're breaking up, we deserve compensation for the emotional and youthful trauma Kimberly has endured," she declared stubbornly.At this point, even Justin had to laugh at the absurdity. He had dealt with shameless people before, but never someone so completely devoid of dignity. Trinity had promised Kimberly to two different suitors, shamelessly stringing them both along as backups. And now she had the audacity to make even greater demands? Justin had never witnessed such gall.Noticing Justin's hardened resolve, Derek's confidence seemed t
Justin was impressed by their bold-faced lies. But now that they'd acknowledged this wedding, nothing else mattered.He handed over his business card and said, "No need. Derek Ramirez is my big brother. I'll naturally handle all the wedding arrangements myself - the venue, bridal car, drinks, guests, everything.But if you dare to go back on your word, don't blame me for being merciless."Trinity took the card with trembling hands. Seeing the name on it, she nearly fell to the ground in shock."This...this...Sunrise Corporation's Executive Chairman, Justin!""You're that famous heavyweight tycoon Justin? But didn't you say Justin was hosting a dinner tonight for these two gentlemen?"The woman was totally confused."That's right, I did say that. Can't I host a dinner to celebrate my big brother's wedding? What, do you have a problem with that? Or shall we have a little chat, my fists haven't gotten any action in a while. Maybe we can spar a little?"Hearing this, Trinity shuddered in
"Hmph, dare to do the deed but not admit it? Your mom already promised you to me in marriage, and the wedding was set for next week. Now you've run off with this man, disgracing me utterly. If not adultery, then what is it?" "You fart!" Derek angrily cursed as well, face dark. It was clear he was genuinely furious. Since Justin had known Derek, he had always been good-tempered, considering himself a gentleman who valued propriety. To hear him throw decorum to the wind and curse unrestrained showed this matter had crossed his bottom line. "Oh, I haven't even gotten to you yet, you punk. Who the hell are you to steal Preston's woman? Looking to die? Go ask around, who in Nova City doesn't know Preston? Let me tell you, Viper is my boss. Don't believe I could call over hundreds of men to teach you a lesson?""Oh, what's that stench in this fine restaurant? Did someone's cesspool explode? So much foul odor, it's unbearable. I should lodge a complaint about the poor hygiene here. Believe