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
Soon after ingesting it, the old man coughed and retched up a pool of black blood, gradually regaining clarity. When he lifted his gaze to see his eldest before him, he trembled in excitement, hands fumbling to caress Justin's face."My boy, you've come back! Where have you been all this time? Do you know what chaos ensued in the family during your absence?""Old master, please calm yourself. I'm not your son. Listen as I explain everything."With that, they helped the old man out of his coffin and into an armchair. The same confusion swirled in everyone's minds. Justin then removed his disguise, reverting to his original appearance, and carefully reiterated the events leading up to this moment. Though incredulous at first, the fantastic tale made sense upon reflection.The old man too accepted this was not his real firstborn, but rejoiced at his second son's return. The two siblings knelt before their father, weeping uncontrollably like three-year-olds. The old man beamed with gran
Naturally the pretender had no knowledge of this, so he pondered briefly before replying."I believe it was the left foot.""Wrong. I wasn't actually bitten because Mother saved me in time, though she gashed her left arm in the process. You didn't know about that incident, did you?" "I'm sure the esteemed guests here remember the day my mother's arm was bleeding profusely when I was seven. Uncle, I recall you drove her to get treated at the hospital. Am I right?""Yes, yes, I remember now. The mistress did injure her arm back then, and I personally took her to the hospital. She specifically instructed me not to inform anyone else, to avoid worry. There's no mistake, he is the young master, the true heir.""Hmph, you think such hearsay can prove I'm fake? I could just as well say you bribed the uncle to deceive everyone. Nobody else witnessed that old incident anyway, so you can make up whatever story you want.""Still unconvinced? Then I'll reveal one more fact known only to my clos
"I have just the thing." Zoey fished out a USB drive containing a song sung by her elder brother. His rich, magnetic voice was as pleasing as his looks, outclassing many professional singers. "System, can you modify my voice? Use his as a template and get to 80% similarity.""Master can purchase the Voice Mimicry skill for 100,000 points. With it, you can imitate anyone's voice to 99% accuracy."Justin was intrigued, though the skill's price gave him pause. But with his endless fortune of points, the cost was trivial.After purchasing, vocal techniques instantly filled his mind. He softly hummed along to the recording, astonishing the siblings. With just a line, his cadence and tone perfectly matched their brother's. Between looks and voice, even the real deal before them wouldn't be distinguishable from this imitation."Well, can I pass?""More than pass! Let me get you one of brother's outfits too, then we can head for the estate and expose that fraud!"Now garbed in Miles' clothi
Justin paid no mind to his friends' envious gazes as he followed the woman inside and took a seat. She sashayed over, hips swaying, and poured him a cup of tea. Her alluring figure and bewitching aura stirred desires within Justin. He couldn't help it - she was too tempting. Though Justin had his share of women, they were innocent girls, no match for the mature allure of this femme fatale. If not for knowing she spelled trouble, he would have made her part of his harem. A beauty like her didn't deserve to be wasted on others.While he was lost in thought, the woman slinked back over with a folder in hand. She took out some photos and passed them to Justin.Seeing the man in the photos, Justin shot up in shock, hands trembling. He quickly calmed himself to avoid losing face. But his astonishment was understandable.The man looked identical to him, like two peas in a pod - just more mature with a refined, gentlemanly bearing. Even in the simple photos, he exuded a carefree elegance.
Rose's gaze never left Justin. As she watched, his image seemed to overlay and merge with that of a man in his thirties from her memories - her brother, who had disappeared over ten years ago. She had come to this city to search for him. But despite her efforts, there had been no trace. Finding someone who bore such an uncanny resemblance sparked new hope within her. "Go check his background thoroughly. Find out his connection to my brother. The drink is his tonight." At Rose's order, a man behind her swiftly departed. Rose then headed up to the stage and cut the deafening music. Justin's dancing slowed to a stop as all eyes turned to the elegant woman, curious what exquisite concoction she would produce tonight.Rose surveyed the array of bottles before her. She selected a bottle of Spirytus Rektyfikowany - pure grain alcohol known as "life water", the strongest vodka in the world. This she mixed with some fruit juices in casual pours before picking up the glass and descending fr
"Oh, it's just a simple little trick, that's all. But now this is a true Blood-Sweat Horse, the finest of steeds. I've decided to keep him for myself. In a couple days at my wedding, I'll ride him down the streets in my finest wedding clothes, with camera crews from my two livestreaming companies recording everything. I want the whole country, nay, the whole world to see my spectacular wedding!""Holy hell, that's brilliant! Why didn't I think of that? Riding a legendary steed in the wedding parade - that's big face for sure! Hey, I'm taking back my decision to sell him. You just name your price, anything, and the horse is yours. Do we have a deal?""Adrian Webb, you must be dreaming. Even your toes can think well enough to know that's never going to happen. First you insult the poor beast, then when he turns into a marvel, you want to claim him? Have you no shame?"Adrian was left speechless by Justin's rebuke. In the end he had no choice but to give up. "Fine, fine, you win, I can'
Adrian panicked; the money was trivial, but he dreaded the horse suddenly collapsing, shaming him badly, or throwing him off."Run properly, beast! Or I'll really whip you!" He lashed its hindquarters a few times. The horse neighed painfully but sped up again.Seeing the speed return, Adrian finally relaxed. Half the track remained. He just wanted the horse to finish the rest quickly, no more mishaps. Otherwise today would be terribly embarrassing. "Hey, this won't do! I've caught up to you, will overtake you soon! I said your horse was no good!""Nonsense, he just ate something disagreeable, needs to digest it. He'll run properly again immediately, heh, you've certainly lost today!" "I give up, even now you're still stubborn. Fine, if you insist on going on, then bet on! Just don't blame me later if you get tossed off and hurt your butt or face."Justin continued controlling his old steed to speed up. It ran faster and faster, gaining momentum ceaselessly. Its aura was like the ki
"Good lord, you dare scam me!" Adrian was furious and kicked the short fat worker in the stomach, knocking him over."Mr. Webb, you wrong me! I really did import this Sweatblood from overseas, and had experts examine it too. They said it's extremely healthy, the most robust horse in my stable! How could it be fake, let alone injured? Don't you trust me? I've never made a mistake before, and certainly never been negligent working for you. Please don't be fooled by ill-intentioned people!""Oh? So you're saying I'm an ill-intentioned villain?" "I wouldn't dare, you're Mr. Webb's friend, I wouldn't offend you. But I must say, I've always worked in good conscience, never doing such swindling. This horse is truly healthy. If you insist it's sick, I can't do anything about it.""Seems you still don't believe me. Then let's bet on it. I'll pick a horse I deem good, we'll race your horse against mine, and the result will show if I'm speaking nonsense or not!"Justin spread his hands, looki
Since Adam and the others rarely came to Metropolis Central, Justin wanted to show them around properly. At this time, Adrian Webb happened to rush over. Seeing the four guys, he decided to bring them out for fun.What? Why would Adrian Webb show up here? Think about it, with his personality, being cooped up at home for a month would make him mildew. He had sneaked out today after bribing his dad, and with Lucas Webb whispering into his ear, Kennedy wouldn't punish him."Hahaha, never thought I'd become friends with Adrian Webb one day. If word of this got out, I could brag about it for life!""Hahaha, the brothers flatter me. I'm friends with Justin, and you all are Justin's brothers, so naturally we're friends too. We're kindred spirits - we should hang out more in the future. Come, brothers, I'll bring you to experience something novel." With a wave of his hand, Adrian brought the four to a racecourse in the suburbs. All kinds of peerless horses could be found here, don't worry,