The plump lady was getting nastier with her words.Arthur nearly exploded in anger, but he held it in.?‘It isn’t the right time for me to reveal my identity just yet. My younger brother—Benjamin Grey—is still missing, and Peregrine Hall is still in a mess.’“Little Sister, who was so foolish as to have dared to bully you?” Just then, a man with a beer belly strolled into the shop.“Hello, Mr. Queen.” The sales assistants bowed to him.This was San Francisco Business Association’s Vice Chairman, Harrison Queen.“Brother, I’m sure you won’t be able to guess who he is.” Olivia pointed at Arthur and laughed. “It’s him; his surname is ‘Grey.’ Guess who he is!”Olivia was in no hurry to let her brother take revenge on her behalf. After all, she had finally met San Francisco’s legendary celebrity, the matrilocal son-in-law—Arthur Grey. It would be great fun!“Grey? I don’t think there are any prominent families by the name of ‘Grey in San Francisco.”“Let me give you another hint. Thi
Not only was Olivia Queen ugly, but she was also brainless. Her brother—Harrison Queen—had already humbled himself to such an extent, yet she couldn’t even read the room and had even said such a thing!Robin Hemsworth sneered. “Alright, the Queen family is so great. The Queen family of San Francisco.”With that, Robin Hemsworth turned to leave without paying any heed to Harrison Queen.Harrison was so frightened that his face turned ghostly pale. He rushed up to his sister and landed a firm slap on her face.“Brother…”‘Brother has never laid a finger on me.’?For a moment, Olivia was stunned.However, her brother couldn’t even be bothered with her. With a thud, he fell to the ground before Naomi Downey. “Ms. Downey, I’m begging you. You must help me put in a good word with Mr. Hemsworth. I know I was wrong. I’m begging you.”Thud! Thud! Thud!Harrison Queen repeatedly knocked his forehead against the ground, not stopping even though blood was now dripping from his forehead.H
The young man didn’t even spare Arthur Grey a glance and simply walked into the hotel after putting away his sunglasses.Arthur took a look at the Audi A6 before walking into the hotel without saying a word.“Hello, Naomi, Melissa.” This young man seemed to know Yvette Larson and Clarine Landon well. He immediately greeted them after entering.“Wow! David Donovan, you’re back?” Melissa was so shocked that she cupped her mouth.That young man named David stretched out his arms to hug Melissa Flair. Then, he turned to look at Naomi Downey.He stretched out his arms yet again, but she took a few steps backward.“I-I’m married. It’s inappropriate.” Naomi ran her fingers through her hair.Just then, Arthur walked over. He stood behind his wife, identifying himself.David’s gaze was cold as he scanned Arthur up and down with hostility. “Naomi,, I’ve been back for three days. My mother told me about your marriage. He must be that piece of trash, right? Why didn’t you wait for me? W
Mom, what are you saying?”The moment Helen Sander’s said those words, Naomi’s face soured.Even Melissa Flair stepped forward to lecture her mom. It was true that she shouldn’t have said that.“What, can’t I teach her something as an elder? Besides, you should always watch the company you keep! I don’t mind you being friends with Naomi Downey, but I’m really afraid that this piece of trash will ruin you, my precious daughter.”Naomi was fuming. In comparison to Arthur Grey—who was the subject of humiliation—she was much more furious than he was.“Auntie Helen, I’m leaving right now if that’s what you really think. I won’t allow anyone to bully my husband.” With that, she picked up her spouse’s hand and walked toward the exit.However, she was stopped by her best friend. “Naomi, don’t leave. It’s my birthday today; stay on my account.”Naomi stopped in her tracks and looked at her best friend.“Mom, why did you have to say such hurtful words?”Helen sneered. “Hurtful? Fine, I
Arthur and Naomi thought that these people who got out of the cars were the end of it. But in reality, this was just the beginning.Shortly after that, cars started driving toward them one after another.Mercedes Benz and BMWs were the standard, while Bentleys and Ferraris were common. Last but not least, a Rolls-Royce Phantom appeared.The car rolled to a stop as dozens of besuited and sunglasses-wearing bodyguards stood on both sides of the Rolls-Royce Phantom.The doors were slowly pushed open, and out walked a man. He was dressed formally and walked with a steady gait. “Ms. Downey, Master Donovan welcomes you.”Naomi Downey looked at the man with confusion in her eyes.Arthur gripped his wife’s hand tightly, providing her with some warmth and comfort.This man was Justin Donovan. To put it nicely, he was the adopted son of Cole Donovan, who was the Donovan family’s head.To put it bluntly, he was just the Donovan family’s dog.He used to be an orphan and was taken in by
‘The Donovan’s family’s shocking secret.?All eyes shot toward Henry Downey.?What happened to the Donovan family?’Along the way, they had already learned that Naomi Downey had been captured by the Donovan family.?‘But what does that have to do with the Donovan family’s shocking secret?’“I won’t talk about my daughter. I’ll cut to the chase and talk about the Donovan family. Three months ago, the Donovan family’s head—Cole Donovan—was diagnosed with end-stage lung cancer. It’s clear that David Donovan is back to inherit the family business; otherwise, he should’ve stayed on to finish his last year of college.”The members of the younger generation nodded.?‘So this is the Donovan family’s shocking secret. But how does this have anything to do with the Downey family’s survival? Is Henry Downey trying to scare us just to save his own daughter?’Although nobody dared to say a thing, their gazes made their thoughts clear as day.“I know what you’re thinking. All I can say is that you’
Even the audience was on edge while watching the game between Cole Donovan and Arthur Grey.Every move of the chess pieces felt like a stab to Naomi Downey’s heart.Although Naomi knew nothing about chess, she could tell that Cole Donovan was an experienced player who was calm and collected and made his moves quickly.This meant that victory was surely in his hands.Naomi couldn’t wrap her head around why her husband had even agreed to this contest in the first place.?‘Initially, it was much easier to settle the matter. I would’ve simply coaxed them at best or begged them at worst.’‘From Cole Donovan’s attitude, I could tell that he wasn’t really trying to put me on the spot. But now, he is only going to let us leave if my husband wins. This means that we will surely remain captives here if my husband were to lose. As a respected figure, Cole Donovan will definitely keep his word. Otherwise, how would he face others in the future?’The game of chess was still ongoing. Nearly al
Naomi Downey could hardly believe her ears.?‘I am Albert Downey’s granddaughter—his biological granddaughter. How can he not even care about my survival and even spout such words?’“Grandpa, don’t you think you’re going overboard with your words?”Quentin slammed the table. “Overboard? Naomi, watch how you’re speaking to Grandpa. Was Grandpa wrong about what he said? From the very beginning, it was your family who created this trouble for the Downey family. Do you know how many families in San Francisco look down on us because you married this piece of trash?”“Naomi Downey, you were clearly betrothed to David Donovan, but you chose to marry someone else. Don’t you think it’s your fault that you offended the Donovan family and dragged our family down with you?”Naomi wanted to laugh.?‘Why didn’t you say so three years ago, Quentin? Three years ago, he should’ve told the late Old Master—Simon Downey—exactly what he had just said. Perhaps, the late Old Master would’ve beaten him to