Althon glanced at his watch. “I should get going. I'll call you for our dinner details, Agnes.”“Take care, Daddy.” Agnes leaned over, watching Althon leave. She breathed a sigh of relief when he was gone. “Oh my, what happened? Daddy took me to dinner at Sky Heaven. I have to get ready.”Agnes took her father's call. “The event is over, Dad. I'm going home now. You don't have to worry about me.”Alicia watched Agnes, pressing her cheek repeatedly. “I'm not dreaming. I saw Agnes bowing to Althon. She also called Althon Daddy. What happened to Agnes? Why does she respect Althon so much?”Alicia pondered for a while, watching the video on her phone. “I purposely recorded Althon and Agnes' conversation as evidence. Agnes will no longer be able to evade me.”Agnes prepared to go home, walking towards the airport. Her face looked very happy. Her smile did not disappear. “This is like a dream.”“Agnes, I want to talk to you,” Alicia said as she approached.“What do you want to talk about, A
Althon woke up refreshed. He laughed as he recalled the expressions of Alvin, Alicia, and the others while in the cave. “They looked really scared. Agnes also acted very well.”Althon had breakfast with Anthony. He recounted all the fun on Mande Island. “How dare those damn people slander you and treat you so badly, Althon! I will destroy them! They must know who you are!” Anthony pounded on the table until his body shook. “Grandpa, calm down. I had a great vacation on Mande Island. They pranked me, and I pranked them back. I can handle them. Their presence made my vacation very enjoyable.”“Althon, you can't let those people keep insulting you and doing whatever they want to you.” Anthony let out a long breath. “You're right, Grandpa. I'm going to teach them a lesson.”Althon practiced in the courtyard with the guards. He rested by the lake, looking at the two swans chasing each other. He laughed as he watched videos of Alvin and his friends in the rockery, pool, and forest areas.
Althon enjoyed a vacation at the beach. He rode a horse, competing with Alan and the other guards. Unfortunately, he had to admit defeat as he came in last place. “Young Master, your dinner preparations with Agnes are ready,” Alan said as he handed Althon a drink. Althon took a sip of the drink. “Good job, Alan. I hope Alvin goes to Emerald Place. I've prepared a surprise for him.”Althon informed Agnes. “I still have plenty of time before dinner. I'd better make good use of my vacation time.”“Althon, how are your dinner preparations with Agnes Lin going?” asked Anthony as Althon entered the house. “All the preparations are perfect, Grandpa. I just need to come and have dinner with Agnes. She helped me a lot back on Mande Island.” Althon sat on the sofa. “Do you mind if I go with Agnes, Grandpa?”Anthony laughed. “Of course not. I will support you as long as you are happy. However, I would like to remind you that the Lin family has ties to the Leander family. I've met their family
"Thank you for inviting me to dinner, Daddy." Agnes surveyed the surroundings, looking down to hide her flushed cheeks. She had never had dinner at Sky Heaven before. Althon made this dinner very special. "This place is amazing.""I'm glad you like the place, Agnes." Althon sat on a chair, signaling the waiters to bring the dishes. Six waiters entered the rooftop, setting the dishes and drinks on the table. Althon had reserved this place for dinner with Agnes. Alan and several guards stood guard on each side of the balcony. Other guards spread around the building, the city center, and the entrance to Emerald Place. Althon and Agnes enjoyed dinner in silence. Althon had never dined in a luxurious place with a beautiful woman before. He had only talked about fantasizing about taking Alicia when he was still dating her. He was lucky that he was able to see through Alicia's deceit. Althon had to admit that Agnes was stunning tonight. She looked perfect from head to toe."Daddy, is
“Alicia.” Alvin started to get scared when he saw the guards entering the rooftop. “We should get out of this restaurant right now. The guards are entering the rooftop, and I'm afraid they're looking for me.”“What do you mean, Alvin?” Alicia was still scanning the surroundings, looking for Althon. “We can't leave until we find Althon.”“Come on, Alicia. We've already seen Agnes with Mr. Sean, not with Althon. You must have heard wrong about Althon's invitation to Agnes.” Alvin looked down as several guards passed him by. “Althon can't be in this restaurant.”“I couldn't have heard wrong, Alvin. I saw and heard Althon and Agnes meeting and talking. I even recorded their meeting. I'm sure Althon was in this place.”“Althon is just a poor man, Alicia. He can't possibly have the money to enter Emerald Place. I'm sure he must be with those punks somewhere. We need to leave this restaurant as soon as possible. If we don't, I'll be in very big trouble.”Alicia snorted in annoyance, clenchin
Alvin and Alicia came out of Sky Heaven. They saw Agnes talking to Sean Ruild on the terrace. The car drove very fast, leaving Sky Heaven. Alvin felt very tense even though he was starting to move away from the center of Emerald Place. Meanwhile, Alicia looked very upset. She pouted, turning her head to the road. “Alicia, I apologize to you. I promise to take you to a great place once my family problems are over,” Alvin said.Alicia let out a long breath. “I'm sorry that I forced you into unconsciousness, Alvin.”Alicia stroked Alvin's shoulder. “You're such a wonderful man. You're willing to sacrifice for me. I have to admit that I was wrong. Althon didn't take Agnes to dinner at Sky Heaven.”The car left the city center, speeding along the bridge. Althon returned to dinner with Agnes on the rooftop. “Did I keep you waiting long, Agnes?”“No, Daddy.” Agnes was happy to be with Althon again. “Mr. Sean and I talked about many things, especially about the Paradise Store.”“Daddy.” A
Anthony waited for Althon's arrival in the main room. He was very worried after hearing that Alex, Alexa, and Albert were visiting Sky Heaven. “Althon, are you okay?” Anthony stood up instantly when he saw Althon enter the house with Alan and the guards. “I'm fine, Grandpa. I enjoyed this dinner.” Althon sat down on the sofa. “What's wrong, Grandpa? You look scared.”“Althon.” Anthony took a deep breath. “I was so worried when I found out Alex, Alex, and Albert were visiting Sky Heaven. I was afraid they would see you.”“You didn't have to worry, Grandpa. I hurried away when I found out they were visiting.”Anthony breathed a sigh of relief. “That's a relief. Your whereabouts must still be a closely guarded secret from the Leander family, Althon.”Althon rested in his room, staring at the ceiling. He felt guilty for making Anthony worry. “I need to study and train harder.”Althon opened Ansen, watching the hologram screen. “Alex, Alexa, and Albert are Arnold's children. They are ach
“Don't disappoint your family a second time, Noah, Alvin.” James patted Alvin and Noah on the shoulder. “We're all counting on you.”Alvin and Noah nodded, entered the car, and waved goodbye to James and all the Julian family members who were escorting them away. Alvin and Noah looked very tense. This was their chance to make things right for their family and correct their mistakes. “We can't afford to make even the slightest mistake, Alvin. We must focus on our task to meet Mr. Sean. We must comply with all the conditions he puts on us,” Noah said. “I understand.” Alvin clenched his fists tightly, watching his ringing cell phone. “Alicia called me.”Noah turned off Alvin's cell phone. “You have to remember Dad's message, Alvin. You don't have any relationship with Alicia anymore. If you have any more contact with her, Dad will kick you out and won't consider you his son anymore.”Noah let out a long breath, scrutinizing his appearance. “I destroyed our family because of a small m
"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