"You're right. We're leaving now." Althon smiled as he watched the punks leave the hallway. "Our plan worked. Those punks went to the harbor." "What an asshole!" Brody washed his face in the sink, drying his face with a towel. "You're sneaky! You must have kept some of the punks' stuff at the harbor to make them believe your story." "You're right." Althon washed his face. "The punks said that Sonic and most of Black Wolf's army are out of town. That means the punks won't bother us." "Sonic and his army are out of town?" Brody pondered. "They'll attack other groups to expand their territory." The rain stopped an hour later. Althon opened the restaurant. A few customers immediately entered the restaurant, ordering some food. The restaurant became more crowded over time. Althon posted the part-time worker vacancy on the information board. Some students and college students signed up. It was like going back in time. "Time goes very fast. I worked part-time during school, and now I'm
Brody deliberately woke up early to get a peek at Ali and the bodyguards. He came out of the room sneakily, stepping carefully. "That bastard is still asleep."Brody descended the stairs as quietly as possible. He saw only the dim light of the restaurant. When he reached the floor, he was surprised when he felt a cold object on his neck. "What do you want to do?" asked Ali who was already standing behind Brody, pressing hard on the silver object around the man's neck. "Tell me or I'll beat you up."Brody gulped repeatedly, surprised that four men were standing behind him. He laughed to dispel his nerves. "I just want to know what you're capable of.""Do you know what I'm capable of now?" asked Ali. "Yes, I know. Let me go now. I won't bother you anymore.""We are giving you your first and last warning. Do your job well, and act like you don't see us. Do you understand?"Brody smiled. "I understand.""Go back to your room now." Ali took the silver object away from Brody's neck.Brody
The restaurant gets even more crowded when it's dinner time. The guests were chatting and playing happily. The waiters were busy serving the customers. The rain poured down again, attracting pedestrians to take shelter and try the restaurant's menu that had been discussed for the past few days. Althon and an employee cooked in the kitchen while Brody defeated several challengers. Three days had almost passed, and no challenger had beaten him yet. "I should give an extra prize to the winner of the arm wrestling match. The visitors will be more eager to beat Brody. Brody also fought very hard. He seems to enjoy his job," Althon muttered. At the same time, shopkeepers swarmed the sidewalk. They wore hats, glasses, and umbrellas to disguise their identities. "Damn it! This restaurant is getting more and more crowded, compared to our tranquil restaurant," a restaurant owner snapped."This restaurant has recruited new employees even though it's only been open for three days. They're del
"You must have wanted to harass me! You took the opportunity when I was unconscious." The woman burst into tears. "Gosh, what happened? I just wanted to enjoy my dinner in peace, but I got a cockroach on my plate, and now someone wants to harass me."Althon looked calm even though Brody seemed very angry. He was used to this sort of thing. "I've been in more difficult positions than this," he muttered. "Who would want to harass you, damn woman?" Brody shouted as he pointed at the woman, glaring. "My friend just wanted to check your cell phone. Everyone in this restaurant saw what happened."The woman cried even harder, throwing herself deliberately to the floor. "Somebody help me. I feel so dizzy right now.""Did you intend to harass this woman?" asked a customer, "if you did, you'll have to answer for your actions in jail.""Gosh, I seem to have walked into the wrong restaurant! I'm such a fool!" shouted a restaurant leader as he helped the woman up. "I shouldn't have come to this r
Everyone was shocked when they saw the video, especially the woman and the shopkeepers. Althon replayed the video, turning up the volume while Brody smiled widely and laughed out loud. "You son of a bitch! That video shows that you deliberately put that cockroach carcass in your food, damn woman! You want to cause trouble in the restaurant!" Brody snapped. "I didn't do it," the woman argued as she looked down, clutching her skirt. "I didn't intend to do anything bad or cause trouble in this restaurant.""Don't lie! You deliberately put that cockroach in your food during the power outage so nobody would know about your evil deeds! I'm sure someone else helped you! Tell me who that person is!"The restaurant owners began to fidget, looking at each other. They were sure of destroying this restaurant, but they were upset and scared because of the video. When they were about to leave the restaurant, they were already in the middle of a crowd. The customers started whispering, looking sa
The restaurant owners were shocked, looking at each other. "Don't talk nonsense, damn woman! I don't know you at all! You're such an asshole! I've been defending you all along, but you're just slandering me!" one restaurant owner snapped, pointing at Sarah. The other restaurant owners started to break through the crowd, but Brody quickly pressed the button to close the door. "You're not going to run, asshole men!" Brody laughed, turning to Sarah. "You need to point the finger at those asshole restaurant owners right now, crazy woman! If you don't, my friends and I will call your boss and report you to jail."Sarah rolled her eyes, glaring at the restaurant owners. She certainly didn't want her career ruined just because of this. If she was destroyed, she wasn't ruined alone."It's them! They disguised themselves so that no one would know their identity! They're the ones who've been defending me and cornering you!" Sarah pointed at the six men in turn. "Give me a way out now!""What
Brody closed the door as the staff left the restaurant. He hurried over to Althon, sitting down in a chair. "I'm still pissed off with that damn woman and those restaurant owners. It would help if you threw them in jail so they don't make any more trouble. This restaurant will become more popular.""Reporting to the police isn't free even though the rules state there's no charge when we report. We are just poor people who are starting a business. These restaurant owners are still at a higher level than us now." Althon showed Brody the restaurant's revenue today. Brody was surprised. "Today's revenue is the highest since the restaurant opened. We can buy equipment and expand the restaurant quickly with this money."Brody watched the restaurant for a moment. "The police only work when a case goes viral, or the people who get into trouble are those with power and money. They only consider poor people as bullies.""Yeah, I've had a few run-ins with the police for things I didn't do." Alt
Ronny followed the gang to the headquarters. He stood in the back row, watching a man on a pile of wooden boxes. "I recognize that trash. He's one of Sonic's confidants. I could've beaten that jerk if I wasn't hurt."Ronny surveyed the surroundings. "These scum only numbered less than sixty people. Sonic brought a lot of troops to the meeting. I hope they don't find my friends. Hell, I should hope the attackers don't finish them off.""Everyone shut up!" snapped a man at the front of the crowd. "I gathered you to give you important information. I got a report that someone attacked the members while stealing their money and cell phones. According to one of the victims, the person was tall, moved very fast, and was good at fighting. Even so, he seems to have a wound on the left shoulder."Ronny looked down. "They turned out not to be as stupid as I thought. I'm lucky that I followed those punks. What would they have done to me?""The news about the Boss and most of our troops outside th
"Shouldn't I be ready, Dad?" Althon felt very happy because all his dreams had been achieved. He went through a lot of hard things to get to where he is now. Althon, Arthur, and Adele left the room and walked down the stairs. They met Anthony, Abraham, and Adam in the main room. "Do you have a girlfriend yet, Althon?" Adele asked. Althon suddenly looked down, embarrassed. "I haven't thought about that right now, Mom. I'm going to focus on my work right now." "You look marvelous, Althon." Anthony smiled. "I'm so proud of you." Meanwhile, Lily checked her appearance, letting out a long breath. "I must not disappoint Master." "Are you ready, Lily?" asked Linda as she stood up from the sofa, checking Lily's appearance. "You are very charming today." "We didn't expect Master Arthur Leander's son to call you to the main office today. We finally got to meet him and his son today," said Lily's father. "I will do my best." James smoothed Alvin's appearance. "I really didn't expect
"Congratulations on your win, Arthur." Arnold laughed. "You always win at everything. You were born to be a winner.""Dad," murmured Alex, Alexa, and Albert. Aaron and Andy looked the other way.Anthony let out a long breath, looking at his three sons with tears in his eyes. "I'm the one at fault in all of this. I was wrong to show you my affection. Envy and hatred have driven you to do bad things."Anthony paused for a moment. "As a father, I feel that I have failed. I failed to be the mediator between you all. I also failed to be sensitive and firm.""Even so, none of that will change anything. You will be punished for all your evil deeds."Alex, Alexa, Albert, Andrew, Aldhen, Alfie, and Ana fell silent. "I will still give Arthur heir status according to my previous decision. I consider him to be the most worthy." "As punishment for your mistakes, ninety percent of your wealth will be given to Arthur. The rest will be given to your family. The elite estate you built will remain t
Anthony cried even harder. He ignored his weakened body. "Where is Arthur? I want to see him now. I need to apologize to him.""Grandpa." Althon hugged and calmed Anthony. "Everything is fine now, Grandpa. You don't have to worry about anything anymore.""What do you mean, Arthur? Where is your father now?"Althon released the hug, letting out a long breath. "Dad is chasing those three guys right now.""What?" Anthony held his breath, staring at Abraham. "They must be punished for their wrongdoings. I will no longer defend or protect them."Anthony closed his eyes, letting the tears fall. "I should have punished them when I knew they were the masterminds behind the crimes all those years ago. They deserved the punishment."Arnold, Aaron, and Andy rushed to safety. Unfortunately, Arthur's troops intercepted them from various places. "You bastards!" screamed Arnold, clenching his fists tightly. He saw ships approaching the bridge. When he looked up into the sky, helicopters were swarmi
A shot from Arnold set off the drums of war. Ali and the bodyguards immediately protected Althon from gunfire. Unfortunately, some of the bodyguards were shot and almost fell. The tense atmosphere turned into chaos as gunshots rang out everywhere. The two camps were instantly at war with each other. Leander's family members were shocked, rushing to follow the directions of their bodyguards. "Don't let him escape," Althon said, stinging as his shoulder hit the floor hard.Arnold grunted in annoyance, signaling his guards to leave immediately. He watched Arthur and Althon, who were in the custody of the guards. "Damn it! It's hard enough for me to finish them off now. I better get out of this damn place as soon as possible! I can get back to organizing the plan.""Dad!" Alex shouted when he saw the guards carrying Arnold out of the room. "Oh, my God! Why did all this have to happen?" Alexa screamed as she covered her ears. "Get me out of here right now! I don't want to be here!" A
"Who was that guy yelling just now?" asked Arnold as he observed two figures similar to Adam near Althon and Abraham. "You bastard! Which one of them is the real Adam? Are they both fakes?""Then, what was that screaming sound just now?" Arnold stiffened in place, staring at his hands that were shaking violently. His eyes opened very wide. "The voice is very similar to Arthur? Could he be ....""Where is he?" Arnold surveyed the surroundings, ignoring the tension. "Could it be Arthur?"Fear showed on Arnold's face. Sweat began to drip from his forehead. He seemed to hear Arthur's screams from all directions, but he didn't see his brother. Arnold stared at Adam's figure on the stage, clenching his fists tightly. "That guy is Arthur."Aaron and Andy felt the same fear and tension. They recognized the sound of the shout."Adam." Aaron and Andy were surprised to see two Adam's in two different places."Two Adam's?" muttered Alex as he realized the strangeness of what was happening. He ob
Althon smiled, glancing back briefly, feeling immensely relieved. "Without their help, I wouldn't have been able to do all this. I need to thank them, especially Uncle Adam.""You can't just trust that stranger, Uncle, Aunt," Arnold said with emphasis. "He's just someone trying to ruin this event and sabotage my position as heir. How can you trust him so easily?"Abraham stood up from his wheelchair, taking a deep breath before speaking. "Anthony has told me the whole truth. That man is indeed Arthur's son. He arrived at this house about four months ago."Abraham stared sharply at Arnold, Aaron, and Andy. "Anthony also told me about your crimes against Arthur, Adele, and Althon. You even planned to murder Anthony, your own father. Your actions are unforgivable and must be met with severe punishment.""No!" Arnold shouted, shaking his head. "I won't stand for this humiliation! I have never been involved in any crime, let alone planning to kill my own father! Stop this nonsense right no
The evidence of Arnold, Aaron, and Andy's crimes continued to appear on the screen. Everyone could clearly see the photos and videos, making the atmosphere increasingly chaotic.Arnold, Aaron, and Andy remained where they stood, but their position became increasingly cornered as their relatives stared at them with disdain and suspicion. Seeing Abraham, Arka, and Anita's reactions, they could confirm that those three had collaborated with Althon to disrupt the event.Arnold, Aaron, and Andy had anticipated that Althon or Arthur might show up and cause trouble during the event. However, they hadn't expected Abraham, Arka, and Anita to uncover their crimes."All these videos and photos are fake! That bastard just wants to ruin this event! Guards, get that trash out of here right now!" Arnold shouted while pointing at Althon.Aaron screamed, "That trash is just pretending to be Arthur's son! He's nothing but a liar! Don't believe a word he says!""Someone drag that trash out of here immed
"Stop this!" shouted Althon in all earnestness. He glared at Arnold, who was about to receive the sword in his hand. Almost all of the Leander family members were startled, turning their heads to the armed men entering the room. The rain that had been pouring down suddenly stopped. Althon continued to walk amidst the armed troops. He saw Arnold, Aaron, and Andy's men begin to stand at attention, pointing guns at him and his men."What?" Arnold instantly turned his head, glaring. "What's going on? Who are they? How did they get in and escape the guard?"Arnold clenched his fists tightly. "Could he be... Arthur?"Aaron and Andy were also very surprised. Glancing at each other, they signalled their troops to be on full alert. "Who was that guy yelling earlier?" asked Alex as he scanned the approaching troops. "You bastard! Is it possible that what Dad're afraid of really happened?""You mean Uncle Arthur is coming?" Alexa looked terrified. "You bastard!" Albert stood up from the chai
Anthony was still unconscious until now. Arnold, Aaron, Andy, and their families visited the man before the event started. Doctors said Anthony's condition had started to improve. Unfortunately, he was unable to attend the event. Arnold watched Anthony closely. He grasped his father's hand tightly, smiling. "I won't let you down, Dad. I promise."Aaron and Andy looked sarcastically at Arnold, holding back their annoyance. Abraham said as he stroked Anthony's hair, "According to family rules, Anthony was supposed to preside over your inauguration as the family heir. However, due to Anthony's still unconscious condition and to avoid any untoward events, the task falls to me now. I hope you don't mind, Arnold.""I completely understand, Uncle." Arnold turned to Arka and Anita. "You're the perfect person to take Dad's place. Uncle Arka and Aunt Anita have also agreed to this. I'm also sure Dad won't mind. If one day he regains consciousness and recovers, we can hold another inauguration