Texas CityAt the Cadenn family home, a young man sat in a wheelchair, snoring with his eyes closed. His head tilted to the side, and drool ran down the corners of his mouth, giving him a foolish appearance. Suddenly, he jolted awake, clutching the arms of his wheelchair, his back damp with cold sweat."Ah!" he gasped, his mind blank as the last scene of his dream flashed before him."Gilbert, you're the biggest obstacle in my plan," a menacing voice echoed in his mind."I will make you suffer and persist like a dying dog."The man in the dream, filled with malice, grated on Gilbert as if he wanted to devour him whole."Who am I? I'm...Gilbert Huxley."His eyes lost their gloom, and a cold resolve took its place. Lemar Luke, the general of the Fourth Army in the North, adopted Gilbert, an orphan. Raised in Northland, Gilbert underwent rigorous training in the barracks from a young age and enlisted in the army at 15. Known for his bravery and skill in battle, he achieved numerous feats
“No," Gilbert replied firmly.After a brief pause, Gilbert slowly shook his head, sensing Theo's insincerity. This was not the Theo he once knew."Let's see who just arrived," Gilbert remarked as a young man entered the room.The newcomer was a handsome man with a mischievous smile on his face, dressed in a dark robe and carrying a sword that seemed overly extravagant. Elegant golden lines decorated the robe, resembling a rising dragon.The massive sword he carried appeared heavy, sharp, and intimidating, adding to his heroic appearance.Observing the young man, Gilbert squinted slightly. The man was Dylan Killian, the eldest son of the Killian family in Texas City. Dylan had long harbored feelings for Azalea despite her engagement to Gilbert, and he had made numerous attempts to win her over, even conspiring with Mae Cadenn, Azalea's mother, to remove Gilbert from the Cadenn family.If it weren't for Azalea's loyalty, their schemes might have succeeded. Gilbert looked at what Dylan w
In the Cadenn family, Mae had been the cruelest to Gilbert during those two years. Nothing was trivial in the army, and Gilbert's identity at the time was confidential. So, even the Cadenn family didn't know anything about Gilbert. In Mae's mind, Gilbert was just a soldier who wasn't worth the trouble. Gilbert sat next to the bed and looked at Mae nonchalantly."Mae, he has recovered. He hit me just now."Dylan could barely stand it when a disabled person ran over him."That?"Hearing that, Mae was surprised and turned to look at Gilbert. Sure enough, Gilbert didn't look like a fool then."How dare you hit Dylan? Do you know who he is?""Get out, get out of here now!"Having said that, Mae was on the verge of forcibly pulling Gilbert away.For!" At that moment, there was a clear voice outside the door."Swoosh." The Cadenn family. Dylan stopped abruptly. Mae also froze and looked out the door. The woman was tall and thin, dressed in a black professional outfit, with her black hair n
We're only engaged, not married, so the Cadenn family didn't want to welcome you. In the past two years, I have endured a lot for the Cadenn family, and I have also faced criticism because of you. Gilbert's heart filled with warmth upon hearing this. His adoptive father, Lemar, once told him that not everyone around him was fake when he was in glory. True friends were those who supported you through difficult times.Gilbert, now reduced to a fool with crippled legs, found it difficult. It wasn't straightforward for Azalea to make this decision. At first, Gilbert thought it was time to leave the Cadenn family because he had just woken up. However, upon hearing Azalea's words, he couldn't help but change his mind. Gilbert had a clear understanding of love and hate. Even if he wanted to leave, he would still repay Azalea's kindness."I don't ask for much. I just want someone to help me lead the Cadenn family. I also want someone to go shopping with me—someone to protect me from the wind
Gilbert's last name is Huxley. Could this have anything to do with the general?Upon hearing this, Mae laughed disdainfully."If Gilbert had any connection with him, I would get on my knees and beg him to be my son-in-law," Mae said sarcastically."What's his rank in the army? I don't think he holds an effortless position," Mae continued."Dylan, the eldest son of the Killian family, had a more visionary perspective than Mae."Mae clarified, "Even as an ordinary soldier, he would be eligible for pensions worth tens of thousands if he were to leave the army."All he possessed were old clothes, a broken sword, and an empty bank account. Mae noticed a box of needles and wondered if he had been involved in embroidery during his time in the army.Mae's observations initially surprised Dylan, but he soon joined her in her laughter."Yes, even a mediocre soldier would have a pension, but he seems to have nothing. Perhaps we are overthinking this."Dylan was immediately relieved and laughed.
The audience froze, then shifted their focus to Gilbert, seated in a wheelchair. Gilbert appeared calm and unafraid as he met their gaze, leaving the Cadenn family confused. Had Gilbert really spoken those words? They also noticed that Gilbert had stopped drooling and seemed different that day."What did you say?"Harold asked Gilbert, frowning and sounding timid. "Are you deaf?"Gilbert remained indifferent.Harold suddenly stood up and pointed at Gilbert. How dare a fool speak to him like that? The Cadenn family, along with the wealthy families of Texas City, quickly grasped the situation.Gilbert had regained his sanity overnight, but he still had physical disabilities. "Gilbert, do you believe you can look down on the Cadenn family? For the past two years, the Cadenn family has cared for you."What gives you the right to disrespect us? Thanks to you, the Cadenn family has become a laughingstock in Texas City," Ashley said coldly as she pointed at Gilbert."Stop flattering yourself
When he heard this, Dylan leaned in slowly, looking at Gilbert.Then, he whispered with a voice audible only to them, "If I take it, what can you do to stop me?""Do you believe I appreciate your clothing?" I want it because the saying goes, "Women are like clothes.""Since I'm wearing your clothes, you must understand what it means," Dylan continued.After saying this, Dylan suddenly stood up, fearing that Gilbert might slap him again. A chill flashed in Gilbert's eyes, indicating a deep grudge against Dylan."Here's a gift for you," Dylan said as he placed the rare jade in front of Old Mrs. Cadenn.The high quality and exquisite packaging delighted Mrs. Cadenn."Thank you, Mr. Killian," Old Mrs. Cadenns said with a slight smile, showing her satisfaction."That's the difference. Gilbert was a fool before, but now he has recovered. What did he give you for your birthday?" Dylan asked pointedly, looking over at Gilbert."Dylan, this is what he gave me," Harold said, raising her hand sl
"What reckless waste!" exclaimed the old man, his excitement evident as he carefully picked up the crushed pills one by one. His actions perplexed the onlookers, who wondered why the elderly man was acting so strangely.Harold, noticing the old man's actions, asked Mr. Kane if this was what he was looking for. However, Mr. Kane was too preoccupied to respond to Harold, instead glaring at the old man in disbelief."Where did you find this?" the old man inquired, looking up at them.Harold dismissed the elderly man's question and said that a fool had sent the pills. The Cadenn family members agreed, considering the pills worthless.The old man shook his head in disappointment. "If you consider this garbage, then what isn't? This invigorating pill I'm taking is also rubbish, right?" He inquired, highlighting the irony in their disregard for the pills.Mr. Kane's pill, a rare and valuable item, once again stunned the crowd. Kane Medicine had previously auctioned a comparable pill for $40,