"Director Lowell, if it turns out that this painting is genuine, can you take full responsibility?" Dr. Hottun's sharp gaze made Director Lowell nearly sh*t his pants. "You aren't afraid of losing credibility? How would people see it by then? No one would do business with people that do not have credibility." "Actually, Dr. Hottun, I was just joking. In fact, the painting is profound..." Director Lowell said with convection, making everyone flabbergasted. With no apparent shame on his face, Director Lowell moved on to explain. ".....Peering at this angle, this is indeed a genuine painting. The canvas and the oil paints are top-notch, and the artist has a high level of understanding of the art. The pattern and strokes through its smallest details are superb. It's a high-quality work of art..." By now, everyone was holding their breath. Looks of admiration were being thrown at the family head, Francisco, who appeared to be calm, but inside he was trembling with excitement and antic
Early in the morning, after finishing his breakfast, Sett drove the Lamborghini and dropped his sister off outside the local high school. "Nini, make sure to tell me if someone bullied you alright." Sett kissed her sister on the forehead, then he patted her head. "Okay, brother!" Nini grinned brightly. She was wearing a black and white school uniform, and her skirt was above her knee, making her look cuter. As Sett was about to leave, he pushed the breaks. "Nini, wait." Nini tilted her head. Sett took a couple of dollars from his pocket and gave them to her. "Brother, this is too much. I-I don't need it." Nini uttered. Her hands were visibly shaking as she clutched the thousand dollar bills. This was her first time holding so much cash. Even when she was at the Crossword main house, she didn't receive this much and since she knew their family's poor state, it was better for them to use it frugally. That's why she was reluctant to accept it. "Nini, you don't have to worry. You
Before Sett could react, Macho Karl grabbed his shirt, nearly shredding it. Their faces were a breath apart. "He's lying, if I didn't stop him just now, he would truly hit you with that baseball bat!" Kate spoke with a serious expression. "Bastard, is it true what my daughter said?" Macho Karl roared, his saliva practically spraying. "She's your daughter?" Sett blurted out in shock. This oaf was his father. No matter how Sett examined Macho Karl, he couldn't find any similarity that would indicate she was his daughter! Although he was thinking this, he didn't dare say it aloud.... "Huh, you don't believe me?" Macho Karl's face darkened. Suddenly, two cards dropped from Sett's trousers. "Hm, what's this?" Macho Karl raised his eyebrows and picked up the two cards. His eyes scanned the card. It was then that his eyes almost popped out of shock. He looked at Sett then back at the ID card. "Arm-Force... Rank, Second Lieutenant...." Macho Karl gazed at Sett from top to bottom. How i
"How did you know?" Sett curiously gazed at Macho Karl, while using the back of his hand to wipe the sweat off his forehead."Mr. Crow, I was informed in advance by the Chairwoman, Madam Jane. She told me you were coming and inquired about me being your fitness instructor. Honestly, I didn't know that it was you, Mr. Crow, until you started to seriously exercise." Macho Karl spoke solemnly."So that's why..." Sett nodded his head. Suddenly, he raised an eyebrow. "Wait, what did you call Ms. Scarlett again?""Um, Madam Jane, the Chairwoman?""You're telling me that she's a chairwoman? In what company then?" Sett furrowed his brows. Now he was genuinely confused."Mr. Crow, the City knows that Madam Jane is the richest entrepreneur in the Darian City. She owns the Red Grapes Winery, which has a billion dollars in net profit yearly, and what's crazy is that it's just one of her businesses!" Macho Karl spoke while raising his hand in admiration.On the other hand, Sett creased his brows in
"....Alright, I'll be on my way." Sett then ended the call. He frowned as he stared at his car. He started striding forward. At this time, Bernard and Neil sat on the car's front bumper while having the time of their lives, basking in the limelight. The girls keep winking at the two of them while calling them "handsome" and "rich". "Girls, don't worry. I'll take you to my hundred-million-dollar villa! I even brought my two million, reventon, for you beautiful and elegant ladies!" Bernard laughed boisterously. "Will come only if you take us for a ride, and I'll bring my girlfriends, and we wouldn't mind being your raiding partners, Sir. Bernard." A girl with a ponytail and a temping figure trailed her slender finger on the car, before putting her hand flirtatiously on Bernard's shorts and then to his shirt, just below his neck. She was gazing intently at Bernard as if he was a treasure trove. Bernard quavered in excitement. He hadn't thought that just claiming he owned the Lamb
When Sett arrived at the Divine Grace Hospital, he quickly rushed toward the upper floor, only to be stopped by two middle-aged nurses. "This is a private ward. Sir, we don't allow beggars to enter!" The nurse was furious that the security guard allowed a beggar to even enter the hospital premises. Just look at how he was dressed! "I'm not a beggar!" "Then what are you? You're barely wearing anything. A little more cut and you'll be naked!" The nurse scoffed at him while her face twitched, feeling disgusted at the sight of Sett's ripped shirt and shorts. "Um... Look, I'm in this state because a group of ladies ripped them apart." Sett hurriedly explained himself. At the same time, he felt helpless about being suspected as a hobo. Nevertheless, if he was put in their shoes, he would also think the same. "Ha! Do I look stupid to you?" The nurse rolled her eyes in annoyance. Sett was just about to show his identity card to prove his point. When he suddenly noticed that he had some
Sett let out a breath. Yesterday's meeting with his wife, Sheila, had greatly affected his mind. Nevertheless, because he had an important appointment, he still dressed up and arrived at the city center, where the famous corporation was located. Its corporate name was "Dreams Do Come True". It was an entertainment industry. The exterior of the building looked classy and futuristic, which was quite cool. 'I'm looking forward to entering such a famous corporation.' Sett beamed a confident smile. Looking around Sett saw a huge billboard of famous actresses at the top of the building. This morning, Sett had received a call from Ms. Scarlett this morning stating that the President's assignment for him had officially started. Ms. Scarlett suggested buying a stock share in the entertainment industry. Sett had a weird feeling. "Ms. Scarlett had always taken care of my affairs... but personally buying a property share from those big shots, I guess it would be a different experience."
"Who the f*ck are you guys? Don't you know who I am?" Edmond glared at everyone. "I'm the one who owns this place! If I wanted someone to get lost, that person had to roll! You don't believe me? Wait, you bastards. I'll call my uncle Edward now. Let's see if you'll get an audition!"A vein popped on his forehead, as Sett understood that things were increasingly becoming troublesome.Everyone was starting to gossip. "Edward? Isn't that one of the supervisors of the entertainment industry?" With that, everyone quickly shut their mouths. No wonder Edward lacked respect for everyone. They quickly backed off, not siding with Sett any longer, for fear of earning the eerie of Edmond.Damn it! Sett clicked his tongue, he was depressed as the supervisor was getting involved. He could only hope that the supervisor would be impartial. Shortly after a man in his fifties got out of the "Dreams Do Come True" building with a group of bodyguards, he was supervisor Edward. "Nephew, what's the mat