Seeing his trembling excitement and twisted glee, Kyle cursed inwardly, his muscles tense. Though he disliked the man, his words were likely true. He had seen experts in the military and much since retiring. It wasn't hard to see the formidable skill of these dozens of bodyguards. As for the Sanchez family's security team, one could imagine. Even randomly grabbing one would yield an expert.With his own skills, he could handle three at most. As for Mr. Gray, no matter how strong, it was impossible to beat dozens. An utterly impossible feat."Damn it, damn it..." Jason was cold and sharp, somewhat beyond expectations, arousing his killing intent. He had been too lenient, leading to some repeatedly provoking him. Though this was Sanchez territory and the men difficult to handle, Jason was truly enraged this time and determined to settle this no matter the cost."Stubborn fool. I was inclined to spare you for your years with Susan's family, but you dare plot against me from the shadow
"Vroom... grr..." The beastly roar of the engine was thrilling and resonated loudly. A brand new BMW i8 drifted over to Steven Martin and the others, smoothly coming to a stop."Whose car is this? Kyle, did you buy it?" Steven Martin looked at the driving Kyle in disbelief.Just then, Jason silently walked over, glancing back at the Sanchez Car Shop as he said, "It's a gift from Billy Sanchez. Interesting fellow, clearly not the debauched playboy portrayed outside.""Who? The young master of Sanchez Group? That number one rich second generation in Emerald City, Billy Sanchez?" Steven Martin cried out in astonishment. Although he now controlled Emerald City's underworld with unprecedented might, before the Sanchez family he was still just a gangster. The true overlord of Emerald City was still the Sanchez family.Though he had never met Billy Sanchez, being able to casually gift a car worth over a million dollars meant the man was either addicted to luxury or tremendously bold.Jaso
Especially Mary Martinez, never imagining that marrying into the Taylor family for status and vanity would require them to provide bride price. Wouldn't that be paying them instead? What kind of status was that?The seated Susan was also shocked by these words. If not for her mother coercing her on threat of death, how could she sit here letting them denigrate her? "Your Taylor family aims too high, beyond our reach. Please leave." Susan said calmly.Hearing this, Mary Martinez anxiously added under Mrs. Taylor's glare, "Susan is young and foolish. As parents we decide for her. But asking us for bride price is unreasonable. You should know our Susan is now the chairman of Brown Group, holding great power. Marrying into your Taylor family would be an honor. And our two families have been friends for years."She was greedy, but never expected to meet someone greedier. There was no way she'd give her daughter away for free!But Mrs. Taylor disdainfully sneered at her words, "What use is
But Jason simply snorted disdainfully, "Watch your words, old woman. I didn't lay a finger on him, ask him yourself if you don't believe me."At this, Andrew shuddered and hurriedly stammered in fright, "I...I fell myself. Mr. Gray had nothing to do with it. Mother, how could you say that about him? You should be apologizing.""What?" Everyone present was dumbfounded.Mr. Gray? Apologize? Were they hallucinating?Mrs. Taylor stared at Andrew incredulously, "What did you call me? And what is he? You would have me apologize to the likes of him? Did you hit your head? Speaking such nonsense!"She rushed over to check him, accidentally touching his left arm. Andrew shrieked in pain."My arm...it's broken..." He had turned ghostly pale, drenched in cold sweat.Though Jason had been merciful, Steven Martin was from the underworld, one of Jason's own men. Some retribution was needed to establish proper authority. Breaking Andrew's arm ensured no easy recovery."What is going on here? A fall
Thrashing the fallen was her favorite, and she felt extremely gratified hurling curses as they left. It was as if she was venting years of resentment. Let's see if they would still dare to remain so cocky!As soon as she turned around, Mary Martinez's sharp eyes seemed to spot something, lighting up as she discovered a brand new BMW i8 amongst the vehicles, exuding luxury. "Since when did our neighborhood have such a nice car? Could a nouveau riche have moved in?" Mary Martinez remarked.James Brown's eyes shone brightly. The car had captured his soul. He immediately rushed over to feel and examine it excitedly. "It must be a rich relative visiting one of the families. This car costs over a million dollars!""Wow, over a million? If only this was our family's car!" Mary Martinez said enviously. Susan shook her head helplessly. Suddenly noticing a new car key in Jason's hand that she hadn't seen before, and clearly not a key for an electric car, she curiously asked, "A new car key?
The entire sixth floor was high end patient rooms, completely packed with people registered under Dr. Cox. With great difficulty, Jason and Kyle made their way to the front desk. Jason heaved a sigh of relief and said, "Please help me find Roger Cox."The nurse gave him a blank stare, as if looking at an idiot. Scoffing, she shooed him away impatiently. "Go wander wherever you please. Dr. Cox isn't someone you can see just because you want to. Are you crazy? Psychiatry is on the third floor.""Um...I really do know Dr. Cox. I'm not lying, you can ask him," Jason said awkwardly.But just as he finished speaking, a man in a suit waiting in line snorted disdainfully, "And I know Dean Butler. So what? I still have to obediently line up here like everyone else.""I do know Dean Butler," Jason answered innocently."Hmph, and this Emerald City Hospital is my family's business! Who here doesn't know Dean Butler? The problem is he doesn't know us. Tricks like yours are useless nonsense." The
Stephen Wright's face flushed red as a monkey's bottom, the words seemingly stuck in his throat. Gaining an extra ancestor out of the blue was unbelievable for anyone."Ancestral...Ancestral Master...""Mm, good boy," Jason laughed loudly. Seeing this, Roger Cox chuckled, "Forget it, it's too much for him right now. But after witnessing your skills, he'll definitely be convinced.""Oh right, you've always been curious about that senior who saved lives with a hairpin right? This is Mr. Gray, understand now?"Hearing this, Stephen Wright was first shocked, then doubtful. He still didn't really believe Jason.Although his master had told him about this senior before, and he had always respected him to the utmost, in his eyes that senior must have been some reclusive expert. How could it be someone as young as Jason?Moreover, according to his master's words, that expert's skills were no weaker than his own master's, even superior. He was said to be on par with the current Lee Divine Ph
Jason's brows furrowed at this abrupt question, seemingly surprised as he nodded...Outside, Stephen and Kyle waited anxiously, wondering what they were talking about. Eventually Jason emerged looking conflicted, heaving a long sigh.From Elder Harris, he had found out much about Metropolis Central, like how his elder brother Justin Wesley was actually at death's door now. Reportedly, he urgently needed a bone marrow transplant from a matching donor, an extremely rare type. If not for their mother Mandy's objections, the Elder would have already sent people to bring him back by force. As his younger brother, his marrow would naturally be compatible. The Elder was willing to sacrifice even himself for the sake of his eldest son. He had never cared for Jason at all!But just then, a panicked nurse suddenly rushed over shouting, "Dr. Wright, the patient in Room 303 is having another attack, worse than before! Please hurry and take a look!""Room 303?" At this, Kyle was first stunned,
"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