That evening, Susan and Jason returned home laughing and chatting. Mary Martinez was dumbfounded. What was going on? The two seemed to have reconciled. This wouldn't do!"James, this isn't good. Did that wastrel Jason somehow trick Susan with sweet talk? She looks like she has forgiven him, but this is infidelity. It absolutely cannot be forgiven." Mary Martinez said anxiously. James Brown put down his newspaper and glanced over thoughtfully. "It's probably just a misunderstanding resolved. Susan seems much happier too, so it's a good thing.""Good my ass! I don't care if it was a misunderstanding or not. How can I kick him out if Susan forgives him? He's trying to keep freeloading here, but I absolutely won't tolerate it!" Mary Martinez gnashed her teeth.Just then, she noticed Jason packing up his few belongings, as if preparing to move out. Mary's eyes lit up. Was the wastrel finally getting the hint that he couldn't keep squatting here? James Brown was also surprised. "What are
Hearing this, James Brown perked up, "That's right, I heard some tycoon invested ten billion in your company recently. This manor must be pocket change.""What? Ten billion dollars? You foolish girl, if you had that much why not take it out sooner? Your mom has no money to go out and play. I haven't gotten new jewelry for days. If you don't give me a few hundred million this time, you're no daughter of mine!" Mary's eyes lit up greedily at the mention of money."Enough! I'll say it again, this house has nothing to do with me. Whether I let you stay or not, it's not my call. Don't think making a fuss will work.""Also, the security system here is truly frightening. Just yesterday a vice president of a listed company was kicked out. If Jason doesn't want you here, you won't get in." Susan said, rubbing her temples in headache.There was a saying, honest people feared the shameless. Her reasoning was useless against her mother. This time, she couldn't indulge them - help your principles,
Behind an ill-fitting door in a moss-covered courtyard sat a dilapidated, faded hut, like a slum dwelling, yet full of life and tranquil charm. Jason slowly pushed open the door. To be frank, even he could hardly imagine that Lawrence would be living in such a place. After all, he was once an era's overlord. Even in decline, he should not have sunk to these depths. It seemed there was an intriguing story here."Mr. Gray, it looks like Lawrence isn't here. You don't think he slipped away secretly, do you?" Kyle scanned their surroundings at a glance.Stroking his chin, Jason had just opened his mouth to respond when a tender, childish voice rang out, "Is that you, Daddy?""Hmm? Someone's here?"The three were shocked to discover the hut was indeed inhabited. The next moment, a young girl in a wheelchair appeared before their eyes. Delicate and petite, with eyes like pure black gemstones - as pure as the stars in the night sky - extraordinarily cute, yet confined to a wheelchair."You
"To neglect virtue and intentionally commit evil? This is an utter disgrace to doctors. And judging by the precision and force of the needles, this person's medical skills surpass even mine." The three were taken aback, then drew excited breaths. "Then...there's a way to heal her?""Fight magic with magic. The villain used sealing techniques, so I shall use the same to undo it. For one well-versed in this art like myself, restoring her legs will be no difficulty." Jason spoke lightly.Hearing this, Sean and Kyle were overjoyed. And Natalie was dumbstruck, gazing at her numb legs in disbelief. Trembling, she choked out, "Can I...really stand again? Is this real?"Jason nodded solemnly. "Not just stand. You'll be able to run with no issues. Healing is simple. You'll just need time to get your legs used to moving again. Soon they'll recover fully.""I...I..." Natalie's eyes brimmed with tears, too overcome for words. Even now she felt as though in a dream.Kyle scratched his head. "It
Agonized screams constantly sounded as men tumbled and flew, not even worth one move. Kyle's special forces background provided a solid foundation and immense potential. His military boxing struck quick, clean and decisive.As for Sean, his famed iron fists were legendary. No thug could take a direct hit. They either flew from broken bones or were instantly knocked out cold. Yet Natalie was still just a child. Never having seen such chaos, her face went deathly pale. But Jason remained oblivious, continuously needling. "Mr. Gray..."Zachary's expression darkened. He knew Sean was formidable, but hadn't expected the other to be nearly his match. At this rate his men would all be floored.He had only come for Lawrence. Running into these monsters was unexpected. Returning empty-handed would be unacceptable."Damn it!" Noticing something amiss, his gaze suddenly sharpened. He barked out a cold laugh to Tiger, "Go, grab those two for me. Let's see what they're up to."Tiger was overj
Seeing this, Sean and Kyle joined the fray. Though the punks were nothing special, they were still troublesome. With the three acting together, soon all were flattened and Zachary captured.The imposing Lawrence gripped Zachary's neck fiercely, raging, "I never bothered you people, yet you repeatedly hound me to the death. Think I don't dare kill you?""Crack~"As his grip tightened, Zachary nearly suffocated, eyes rolling back in agony. "No...don't...""Daddy!" At Natalie's cry, the berserk Lawrence came to his senses, considerably calmer. He had forgotten Natalie was watching. He couldn't kill here.Gritting his teeth, he kicked Zachary flying, scoffing coldly, "Go back and tell Joseph Rogers this isn't over between us. Since he's set on hounding me to death, I'll fight him to the bitter end.""Now scram!""Cough...yes...yes..."Zachary coughed harshly, terrified. Nodding frantically, he fled with his minions.But just then, Jason lazily called out, "Hold on, you haven't apologized
"I've hated him for five whole years. Far more than the Sanchez family. How could he harm an innocent child? If we meet again, even if it kills me, I will slaughter him with my own hands!" Lawrence roared furiously, eyes bloodshot.No one could understand - a girl spending five years tortured by illness, burning with fever for over ten days at a time, most of the 365 days in agony.He wished he could take ten times her suffering to alleviate her torment. But all was futile.Jason understood, also gaining insight into the ten giants' might. He mused, "In that case, why not join forces? You just need to reunify Emerald City's underworld, and leave the rest to me.""This will let you stop hiding, gain strength for revenge, give Natalie peace, and keep her from wandering with you. After all, you've lingered in Emerald City precisely waiting for an opportunity, right?"Facing Jason's temptation, Lawrence pondered at length before nodding decisively. "You're right. Only with power can I con
But Jason simply said, "They're your parents and mine. Honoring one's in-laws is only right. As long as they don't cause trouble, it's fine for them to stay.""By the way, are Robert and Margaret still giving you problems? How are things at Brown Group?"Susan paused before answering uneasily, "The company's doing well. It's just the celebrity endorsement deal keeps falling through at the last step." "As for Robert and Margaret, I don't know why but they've been acting strange lately. I can't put my finger on it. Robert suggested I negotiate with Eric Scott last time, which was definitely some scheme. He's up to no good."Hearing this, Jason smiled and said, "Don't worry, I have ways of dealing with Robert and Margaret. I guarantee they won't make trouble for you anymore.""And you don't need a celebrity for endorsements. You already have the perfect candidate right in front of you." "Who, you?" Susan looked doubtful.Jason gave her an amused look and teased, "Yes, you. Don't forget
"Thud! Thud! Thud!"A series of dull impacts resounded through the room, accompanied by cries of pain. Bodyguards were sent flying with single slaps or kicked into walls, the scene utter chaos.In moments, over a dozen guards lay incapacitated. Even Bennett found himself on the receiving end of a devastating punch to the chest, sent flying as he coughed up blood."Who... who are you? It's impossible... How can someone so young possess such formidable skills? Cough... ugh..." Bennett struggled to speak through his pain.Jason was undoubtedly the youngest Martial Arts Master he had ever encountered, and easily among the top ten in skill."My name is Jason. I warned you: harm her, and you'd face a gruesome end. The Murphy family will pay dearly for this transgression." Jason's cold voice accompanied his methodical approach.He made no move to pursue Henry Murphy. There was no need—the man couldn't truly escape. Even if he fled Central Area, Jason could drag him back."Jason? Jackson! You
Jason, his face a mask of cold fury, tightened his grip on Henry Murphy's throat. He addressed Bennett, "The tables have turned. Your choices are simple: mutual destruction or her release. Decide."His grip tightened further, nearly crushing Henry Murphy's windpipe. The young heir's face turned an alarming shade of purple as he struggled for air."Quickly... cough cough... save... save me..." Henry Murphy choked out desperately.Henry Murphy never anticipated falling into such a trap. He had dismissed Jason entirely, viewing him as nothing more than a notorious weakling. Who could have foreseen that he was actually a formidable opponent?A grave miscalculation indeed.This young man was far from ordinary.Alas, this realization came too late. Two powerful fingers now threatened to crush his windpipe at any moment."Stop... stop this, you scoundrel! If you dare harm our young master, the Murphy family will annihilate your entire Brown family. You'll all perish!" Bennett roared in threa
Her venomous words dripped with contempt, a stark contrast to her recent pleas for mercy. It was Jason who had shown her kindness then, advising her to disappear. Clearly, his words had fallen on deaf ears.Perhaps the allure of wealth and status proved too strong to resist.Henry Murphy, disdaining further dialogue, fixed Jason with an intense gaze. "I hear you possess jade pendants of a particular hue. Moreover, you seem to understand their significance and have been collecting them. Excellent. Hand them all over to me.""Such high-grade Mystical Objects are beyond the likes of you. Cooperate, and if I'm feeling generous, I might spare your miserable life.""Jade pendants?" Jason's pupils constricted as he suddenly turned his piercing gaze towards Ashley, murderous intent radiating from him."It was you. You told him!"The revelation stunned him. This wretched woman had not only betrayed his kindness but had also sold him out.Ashley's knowledge of the jade pendants was no surprise
"Cough... cough!"Susan coughed with difficulty as the gag fell away. She gazed at the frenzied, sharp-tongued Ashley, shaking her head with a complex expression. "You're mistaken. I've never tried to compete with you. This is all in your imagination.""Besides, no matter how envious you are, it shouldn't drive you to such extremes. Do you truly harbor such hatred towards me?"Had Ashley not confessed, Susan might never have imagined that envy could transform someone so drastically, leading them down this irredeemable path of ruthlessness."Hmph, spare me your false sympathy. In my eyes, you're nothing but a contemptible wretch. If I hadn't caught you, would you be uttering these words so meekly? You're probably gloating inside!""Let me tell you this: you'll never rise above me again. You belong beneath my feet, nothing more than a lowly creature!"Ashley sneered through gritted teeth.As she raised her hand to strike again, another resounding slap echoed through the room. However, t
Jason's face turned frosty, his teeth clenched as he spoke, "I swear, if you harm a single hair on her head, I will annihilate your entire lineage. No matter who you are or what your status might be, do not underestimate my capabilities or my resolve.""State your demands clearly. Whatever you want, I'll provide. But if you provoke me... you will regret it immensely."He spoke while barely containing his fury, utterly shocked by this turn of events. With the enemy holding the upper hand, he rapidly tried to deduce their identity.The voice was vaguely familiar, but not entirely recognizable. Who would dare to be so bold?Lotus Thirteen? Or had Justin Wesley arrived in Emerald City to make his move? No, it seemed too soon; he hadn't fully inherited the Wesley family yet.But if not them, then who? Matt Turner or Gerald White? He had certainly made quite a few enemies recently."Heh, such big words, Mr. Gray. Why don't we continue this conversation when you arrive? The last hotel on Sea
No matter how Mary Martinez explained or pleaded, it had no effect. The old lady simply ignored her.It was as if she was saying, "Just wait and see in three days!"Aunt Diaz was alarmed. If the old lady were to cause such a commotion, what would become of Susan and Mary Martinez's reputations?Soon after, James Brown returned home with Susan. Upon hearing about the $100,000 allowance demand, they were stunned. Good heavens, they knew the old lady would be trouble."What... what should we do? Try to talk her out of it, or send her back home. If she keeps carrying on like this, we won't be able to live here anymore," James Brown said, rubbing his temples."Easy for you to say. Why don't you do it? I promise I'll support you, but I don't want to be labeled as unfilial," Mary Martinez retorted, her lips twisted in a grimace. She had already talked herself hoarse trying to reason with her mother.Seeing the situation, Jason furrowed his brow. If Susan was in a difficult position, he could
"What do you understand? Listen carefully: from now on, whenever you see Gray divine physician, you must show the utmost respect. Never offend him, or even the Parker family won't be able to protect you!" Leonard Wood warned her gravely.Stephanie Parker, thoroughly frightened, nodded repeatedly...Meanwhile, Jason had returned home, where Old Mrs. Martinez was inevitably causing a scene again, making everyone uncomfortable. However, given her status, no one could say anything."A good-for-nothing loafer who's busier than my granddaughter. What's going on? Is everyone avoiding me? Do you all want this old woman to live out her days in loneliness?" Old Mrs. Martinez's voice dripped with sarcasm.Jason and Grace Diaz could only sigh inwardly as they served her tea, cut fruit, and attended to her every whim to avoid further complaints."Mom, what are you saying? I'm here to keep you company, aren't I? We don't need to pay any attention to that useless fellow. Out of sight, out of mind -
Stephanie Parker and the onlookers were struck dumb, their eyes wide and jaws hitting the floor in sheer disbelief.This seemingly ordinary individual had managed to make Uncle Wood bow his head. What was going on? What kind of background did he have? What was his story? Had the world gone mad?Even Kelly Harris, who knew of Jason's exceptional medical skills, was left speechless at the sight before her. She gaped at the nonchalant Jason, unable to comprehend the scale of his influence that commanded the reverence of hundreds.While others might not grasp the full significance, as a medical student, Kelly understood perfectly. These were the cream of the crop in the medical field, each capable of being the crown jewel of any major hospital.One person alone could sustain an entire hospital!Over a hundred such individuals - can you imagine the impact? It was as if half the medical world was trembling before him!"This... this..."As everyone stood in shock, Jason turned to Roger Cox,
"As if! You can't even get in yourself, and you have the audacity to make such an offer? Have you no shame?" Kelly Harris rolled her eyes, clearly unconvinced.But Stephanie Parker just smirked. "Clearly, you don't know me well enough. My family, the Parkers, are part of the Medical Family. If I choose to reveal my identity, getting in there would be as easy as strolling through my own backyard. Many of the medical geniuses in there even know me personally.""Do you think this Chinese Medicine Conference could keep me out now? Well, do you believe me now?" she boasted.She had never revealed this information before. Even her admirers and followers were unaware of her prestigious background."You're from the Medical Family?" Jason was surprised, not expecting to encounter two members in one day.Kelly Harris was even more shocked. This was the first time she had heard about this. She never imagined that her insufferable rival was from such an esteemed background. No wonder Stephanie ha