"Mr. Leo, I have the results of the information about Mr. Walter's credit card transactions."
Leo and Bram stopped their steps when they heard Hans' voice. From the side, Hans walked over holding a paper in a hurry.
Seeing the serious look on Hans' face made Leo know that there was important information. Leo felt a sense of enthusiasm as well as a sense of caution.
"What did you find?" Leo asked.
When Hans was beside Leo, he handed him a paper.
"I found a suspicious transaction two years ago. It coincided with the year when Mr. Walter was suspected of drug dealing business, but somehow a few months later, Mr. Walter was cleared of the charges"
"Drug dealing business? Two years ago?"
Leo frowned after hearing Hans' explanation.
Two years ago, Leo had indeed witnessed Mr. Walter who had been charged with drug dealing business. In that business, there was considerable fraud committed by Mr. Walter.
Unfortunately, in just a short time, Mr. Walter was cleared of the charges.
Leo was still too stupid and did not have extensive knowledge at that time. So he was almost ordered by Mr. Walter to take his place in prison.
Leo got lucky because at that time he found someone who replaced Mr. Walter's position to be imprisoned. That someone was the man who was Mr. Walter's personal secretary before being replaced by the current secretary.
"Two years ago was also when my parents died," Leo muttered.
"The matter is very serious, Mr. Leo. Because of a transaction made in that year, Mr. Walter sent some money to an account holder named Mr. Jonathan."
Suddenly Leo's eyes widened in surprise after hearing Mr. Jonathan's name. He looked at Hans in disbelief.
"That's my father," Leo said in shock. "I didn't know Mr. Walter sent money to you."
Hans frowned. "You mean, the father who took care of you while you were away from Mr. Holland?"
Leo nodded his head, his face paled. His curiosity grew so much that he opened Mr. Walter's credit card transaction tracking information sheet.
"The year 2022..." Leo muttered in between searching Mr. Walter's credit card transactions to the account of Mr. Jonathan, his foster father.
"Oh, here! You see this, Mr. Leo," said Bram who was also helping to look for Mr. Walter's credit card transactions.
Leo shifted his gaze to the column Bram was pointing to. The frown on his forehead deepened when he actually saw Jonathan's name as the account holder.
"Transaction made on September 17th..." Leo muttered, feeling that something was fishy.
After recalling this rather odd date, Leo finally opened his eyes in surprise again. Leo just realized that the transaction between Mr. Walter and Mr. Jonathan's account happened two days before the date of death.
"My parents had an accident on September 19. Two days after the transaction between them took place," Leo said.
Hans and Bram looked at each other with astonishment. They both suspected something after hearing Leo's words.
"What exactly happened?" asked Leo in astonishment.
"That's quite a short time gap, Mr. Leo. Do you know whether Mr. Jonathan had any dealings with Mr. Walter or not?" asked Bram.
Leo shook his head with a stunned expression. He really didn't expect Mr. Jonathan to get a money transfer from Mr. Walter.
"The amount of money is four million dollars," Hans said. "There's no way Mr. Jonathan would have gotten that amount of money if he didn't have anything to do with Mr. Walter."
"Is my father hiding something?" Leo wondered suspiciously.
"Is there something we should find out, Mr. Leo?" asked Hans.
Leo turned his gaze to Hans. For a few seconds, he needed to think about what he should do.
"How do I know what happened between Mr. Jonathan and Mr. Walter?"
***"I am very pleased and honored to be standing in front of all of you, potential investors, to present Grand Ocean Central. A restaurant that will provide additional resort facilities for VVIPs."
Leo sat looking at Mr. Walter who was presenting the business plan of his new resort restaurant.
His presence was completely unknown to Mr. Walter. Leo had registered as a potential investor for the Walt Group Company. Leo even deliberately took a seat in a row that was quite far from the stage.
While listening to Mr. Walter's long explanation, Leo imagined what Mr. Walter was doing with Mr. Jonathan-his father. Why was there a money transaction going on between them?
What did Mr. Jonathan do that made Mr. Walter pay him?
"Mr. Leo, stay focused," said Bram who sat beside Leo.
Leo was snapped out of his reverie. He turned to Bram who was looking at him seriously.
"Ah, I hate to see Mr. Walter living the good life," Leo said quietly.
Leo's gaze became very sharp at Mr. Walter.
"You know, some of the companies under the Wal Innovate Group often achieve several times the increase in profits.
"Starting from an increase in profit of 60%, 80%, even the highest is 96%. All of these profit increases are proof that the Wal Innovate Group places great importance on the quality of the businesses, so we have very few losses."
After Mr. Walter's words, the echoing sound of applause was heard.
"He designs businesses without feeling guilty for planning to destroy others by taking advantage," Leo continued.
Mr. Walter continued to speak explaining about the business innovation of Grand Ocean Central. But there was no honesty that the place would become the headquarters for the distribution of narcotics transactions.
It was very clear that Mr. Walter's drug distribution business plan would harm many parties.
Otherwise, Mr. Walter would not have kept it a secret.
"Do you have any questions?" asked Mr. Walter after a long explanation.
Leo immediately raised his hand.
Mr. Walter pointed at Leo, but he hadn't noticed Leo's presence.
"Please stand, honorable Mr. Prospective Investor," Mr. Walter said.
Lifting his hat, Leo stood up. So that the grinning look on his face could be seen by Mr. Walter.
"Leo?" Mr. Walter was surprised. "I mean, Mr. Leo? Ah... what did you want to ask?"
Leo noticed Mr. Walter's nervousness. That's when Leo felt even more challenged to trap Mr. Walter.
"Actually, I really admire Wal Innovate Group Company for always putting their quality first. I also admire the business plan of Grand Ocean Central Restaurant, Mr. Walter. However, one thing I'm very curious about..."
Leo stopped his words for a moment.
"Is the Grand Ocean Central Restaurant just a restaurant with the added facilities of a VVIP resort?" Leo quipped.
Leo's question elicited a whispered reaction from his surroundings.
Meanwhile, Mr. Walter looked both surprised and slowly paled. For a split second, there was awkwardness on Mr. Walter's face.
"What are you talking about, Mr. Leo? Of course this restaurant will run as a restaurant, but we offer lodging facilities with a different sensation," Mr. Walter replied.
"Show us the design of your goals while running Grand Ocean Central Restaurant, Mr. Walter."
"I've made it clear from the beginning, Mr. Leo. I don't think there's anything to explain-"
"Once you've built the Grand Ocean Central restaurant, what do you do after that? Just manage it like running water without developing it any more interesting?"
Mr. Walter paused. His gaze began to look sharp as he felt somewhat offended by Leo's words.
"We, the investors, want profits that increase every year. If you only manage so-so, with no development, your turnover will go down, Mr. Walter. We're not interested in a business that only lasts two years," Leo said somewhat sarcastically.
"Alright. I'll show you the growth plan for managing Grand Ocean Central Restaurant."
After that, the large LED projector screen changed its appearance. Instantly everyone in the room, except Leo and Bram, were smiling with satisfaction.
"So, this is—" Mr. Walter's speech stopped after seeing the screen.
It wasn't a fake plan for the development of the Grand Ocean Central Restaurant that Mr. Walter had prepared. But the words "NEW YORK ALIANCE NARCOTIC DEVELOPMENT FOR DID CARTEL" were prominently displayed.
"Wow, Mr. Walter. As expected, someone as money- and profit-oriented as you can't just run a resort restaurant as usual."
Mr. Walt looked angrily at Leo.
The echo of Leo's applause rang out as the reporters began to photograph the LED screen.
"Hey, the DID Cartel's existence is starting to reappear! They've been gone for a long time!"
"Leo! You've finally returned to the Araizona family! We've been waiting for you!"Leo still couldn't digest what was happening now.After a brief introduction with Hans and Bram, Leo was forced to join them in the car. To be precise, they went to this magnificent mansion-with a gold carving with the name Araizona Family above the main double doors.Leo's arrival was warmly welcomed by an elegantly dressed woman. There was a middle-aged man who walked up to him wearing an expensive blacksuit.Behind the two strangers, there were four other people. Two women and two men. All of them wore luxurious clothes."I missed you so much!" the woman said as she spread out both hands.Leo felt awkward when she was about to hug him. But he let her embrace him tightly."I've been waiting for you for years, Leo. I can't let you leave this family again," the woman said.From the side, Hans approached and said, "Mrs. Holland, we found Mr. Leo drowning in the lake. Luckily we still had time to save him
"Mr. Leo, the news about Mr. Walter belonging to a narcotics organization has spread everywhere." Bram gave a report after two weeks had passed. In the living room of Mr. Holland's mansion, Leo, Hans, and the Holland family were gathered together watching the news on television. For two weeks straight, ever since Leo had leaked about Mr. Walter being a member of the DID Cartel, all the news media had been playing the same topic. Leo already had nothing to say. As the news about Mr. Walter spread, Leo saw many people trying to find out about the DID Cartel."Leo, did you consider in advance that your actions would cause a crowd?" asked Mr. Holland. Leo turned his gaze to Mr. Holland who was still looking seriously at the television. "This is exactly what I predicted, Father. I knew they would find out about the DID Cartel," Leo replied. "Did you deliberately create this kind of excitement as a diversion?" Mr. Holland asked seriously. Leo nodded his head. "Yes, I did want to distr
"Mr. John has been found guilty of the premeditated murder committed against you, Mr. Leo."Leo looked at Bram who handed him his tablet to tell him a news article. In the car heading to the Araizona Group Company's corporate building, Leo read one of the news articles."The narcotics business at the AHA Club was also exposed. So he owns the biggest club in London?" Leo asked.Bram nodded his head. "That's right, Mr. Leo. After the investigation of yesterday's case, the prosecution found several acts of lawlessness committed by Mr. John."For a split second Leo read the rest of the news caption on the article. After that, he closed the tablet while letting out a long sigh."I already guessed that someone like him must have various illegal businesses behind. I just don't know how to uncover them," Leo said.Bram glanced at Leo through the small rearview mirror above his head."I'm still someone who doesn't have any power. I even borrowed money until I was almost killed by him," Leo sai
"Welcome everyone. Once again, we are all back in a meeting for one of Grand Ocean Restaurant's business innovations!" The flash light from the cameras shone right at Mr. Walter. As planned one week ago, today was a repeat of the meeting to discuss the plans for the Grand Ocean Restaurant. Since Leo had made a statement through a press conference about the DID Cartel, the news about the DID Cartel had suddenly disappeared. A week passed and many people were no longer talking about the DID Cartel. In the large company hall room, Mr. Walter faced the guests. This time he only invited a few CEOs of large international companies, well-known investors-including the five heads of the DID Cartel and Leo as the main investor, and journalists from media companies that Leo had paid. "I know the news about the DID Cartel a few weeks ago shocked you a lot. Ah, it was a very exciting news," Mr. Walter said with a chuckle. Leo just looked at Mr. Walter seriously. He sat in the very front seat,
"I don't know what you're talking about," Jonsen said as he gave a meaningful smile that was quite sardonic. Hearing Jonsen's words, Leo raised both eyebrows in astonishment. Somehow Leo already felt that there was something to hide just from the look on Jonsen's face. To be honest, Leo tried to provoke Jonsen to tell the truth. But after hearing Jonsen's reaction, Leo was curious if his guess was right. "I'm not sure you don't understand, Mr. Jonsen. Is it that after you kill a few people, you don't remember what they did?" Leo asked, insinuating Jonsen. Jonsen then laughed dismissively as he bowed his head briefly. He casually inhaled the cigarette smoke and looked up to exhale. "I just remember how they whimpered begging to stay alive," Jonsen retorted with no pity on his face. Leo's heart warmed up a little. He wondered if his suspicion was correct that Jonsen was involved in the death of his parents. He tried to restrain himself from being provoked by the emotions in hi
"Mr. Walter, can I talk to you for a moment?" Leo said, stopping Mr. Walter who was talking to some other company investors. Mr. Walter's gaze shifted to Leo. So did several investors who were in front of Mr. Walter. Seeing Leo's presence made them immediately put on expressions of surprise and astonishment. "Oh, Mr. Leo is also at this event?" asked one of the retail company CEOs, Mr. Orphan. Leo gave a brief smile in greeting. "Of course. What's keeping me from coming after Mr. Walter's invitation?" Leo replied with a chuckle. Mr. Orphan nodded his head in understanding. "Do you also intend to invest in Mr. Walter's business innovation? Aren't... you guys business rivals?" Getting that question made Leo flinch for a while. During his silence, he looked at each other with Mr. Walter as if asking how to answer. "I'm still considering it and don't want to tell you yet. Oh, about us being business rivals... just ask Mr. Walter," Leo replied. After Leo's glance fell on him, Mr.
Any business located there will benefit greatly. Because, that area is an area where conglomerates live who volunteer their money to provide business benefits.If the land was taken by Mr. Walter, then Leo would not be able to carry out the big housing project plan. While he had already received an investment of 50 million dollars for his project plan."I can't let Mr. Walter get the land," Leo muttered.After successfully finding where Mr. Walter was located, Leo immediately flicked the system screen. So that the shadow of the system screen disappeared instantly.Leo looked at Bram and Hans who looked confused."Come on, I know where Mr. Walter is!" Leo said then.Despite looking clueless, Bram and Hans just walked after Leo. They slipped between the visitors on the dance floor.Despite looking clueless, Bram and Hans simply walked after Leo. They slipped in between the patrons of the dance floor.Leo walked very fast so that he could quickly come to the VVIP floor. In the middle of
[NEW MISSION ALERT!] [Gained $10,000,000 Investment Fund for Mr. Walter's Business!] [REWARD MISSION] [$25.000.000] [1,000 Level Point] [500 Point Skill Charismatic Negotiation] [750 Point Skill Words of Affirmation] Leo tapped his fingers on the table as he read the notification that appeared on the system's holographic screen. It was a new mission that had appeared two hours ago. Right now, Leo was in the VVIP room of a restaurant with Mr. Walter. Meanwhile, Bram and Hans were waiting outside the room. They had arranged an appointment with Pabo Nerulda-one of the big investors who was also involved in the mafia. "Hello, have you come? Sorry you waited so long for my arrival." A voice from behind made Leo and Mr. Walter look away in unison. Leo saw the figure of Pablo Nerulda walking into the room with a stern yet friendly aura. "Ah, Mr. Pablo. We're just waiting for a moment, after all, it's an honor for us," replied Leo who gave a smile of formality. Pablo
"Reporting to the police is useless, they always side with the people in power, who have a lot of money and don't care about victims like me, Mr. Joshua," Ghenna replied, suppressing her words. Mr. Joshua was somewhat taken aback after hearing Ghenna's words. Moreover, the look in Ghenna's eyes that radiated fear also began to imply sharpness. "I don't know why you just so you know, I've also escaped several times, but those people managed to easily track my whereabouts. And when I came back I got even harsher treatment from them," Ghenna replied, almost in tears. "Whenever I fought back, they always threatened that my scandalous videos would be shared with the media. I was just afraid of hurting my parents if they found out and saw those videos..." "So, I could only pretend to drink the drink and quietly spit it out without the boss knowing," continued an emotional Ghenna and burst into tears. "I'm not sure the police would help you and refuse to cooperate. Many policemen
"I can't let Mr. Walter get the land," Leo muttered. After successfully finding where Mr. Walter was located, Leo immediately flicked the system screen. So that the shadow of the system screen disappeared instantly. Leo looked at Bram and Hans who looked confused. "Come on, I know where Mr. Walter is!" Leo said then. Despite looking clueless, Bram and Hans just walked after Leo. They slipped between the visitors on the dance floor. Despite looking clueless, Bram and Hans simply walked after Leo. They slipped in between the patrons of the dance floor. Leo walked very fast so that he could quickly come to the VVIP floor. In the middle of his steps, his pair of eyes accidentally looked at the bar maids passing by. Leo immediately thought of an idea. His steps stopped abruptly, making Bram and Hans stop their steps as well. "Bram, Hans, will you execute a plan for me?" Leo asked Bram and Hans. *** "This plan to build a culinary branch will certainly provide a large pr
"I'm not sure they'll be approachable," Bram replied, also wearing a worried expression. "The most important thing is that we defend that land, Bram. We can't let the investors of the Araizona Center Land Residential Property development project fail," Leo tried to reassure. Bram did not answer. But from his expression, he seemed to want to carry out Leo's plan. "If we fail to get the land and the investors have already given us 50 million dollars, the investors won't trust us. Araizona Group Company's reputation will suffer," Leo said, looking at the LED screen seriously. The whole room fell silent. They didn't dare agree, nor did they dare argue. Doubt engulfed them all. Because what they were dealing with now was the DID Cartel-a huge and unbeatable narcotics business network. Mr. Holland was worried about how Leo could survive against the DID Cartel. This was the first time for Leo to face such fierce business competition. "Leo, how can you fight them?" Mr. Holland asked.
"I think Mr. Walter would have spread it instead of exposing that the alcohol contained methanol," said Leo who was thinking seriously. "There was a case where a mafia gang was smuggling illegal narcotics, but they wrapped it in a different package," Hans said. Leo looked at Hans with both eyebrows furrowed. Out of curiosity, Leo's sitting position spontaneously leaned towards Hans. "Has there ever been a case like that? And how did they end up?" Leo asked. "Their actions were not uncovered for many years, but one of the members turned out to be an undercover private detective team. The private detective team cooperated with police detectives and many parties-I honestly don't know them by heart. So their actions were uncovered after six years," Hans replied. "They needed to wait six years undercover to be exposed?" "No, two years. Six years is the time they did the business," Hans replied. Leo let out a long sigh. "Ah, I must dissuade Mr. Walter before he has t
didn't expect to meet the heir of Araizona Group Company. I'm Mr. Pedro, Director of Araizona Group. I'm very happy to welcome you." Leo arched a warm smile in reply to Mr. Pedro's words. "Thank you, Mr. Pedro," Leo said. Before Leo could say anything else, Bram suddenly approached him. Bram whispered something very serious to Leo. "Mr. Leo, someone is waiting to see you in the VIP room." Leo's eyebrows furrowed at Bram's words. Leo briefly looked at Bram as if asking who was coming, then Bram replied by shaking his head. "That person asked not to mention his name in front of you," Bram explained. "Should I come there now?" asked Leo. "They seem urgent to talk to you." Leo finally looked at Mr. Pedro and the staff. "I really appreciate your hospitality. Sorry, I have to meet someone who wants to talk to me now. It's an urgent situation," Leo excused himself. It wasn't long before Leo stepped out again with Bram. Followed by two bodyguards who led them to the VIP
With an expression that could no longer hide his nervousness, Zaves laughed sarcastically. Zaves looked even more irritated at Leo. "Ah, damn it. You suddenly came up to me and pointed that recording gun so you could corner me, just to ask about that bastard?" Zaves said in a grumbling tone. Leo suddenly frowned when he saw Zaves' reaction. "That bastard?" Leo quoted Zaves' nickname for Mr. Jonsen. "That's right. The bastard who's been scamming people and saying he'll distribute the best alcohol-when it's brand counterfeiting?" Leo couldn't help but laugh mockingly. Somehow hearing Zaves' words gave him goosebumps. "Oh my. You say that as if you're different from him. You're the same," Leo retorted, his tone implying irritation. Zaves immediately protested, "How can I be just like him? He killed many people with his fraudulent acts-" "Can't your fraudulent act of cheating voting data kill people? If you don't become a leader who makes wise policies, then it's th
'Damn, Mr. Jonsen is quite dangerous with his very strong instincts,' Leo thought with some annoyance. Mr. Jonsen, on the other hand, raised both eyebrows with a suspicious glance. There was an arch of a smile that implied he was satisfied with being able to corner Leo. "I don't know what people like you usually do before negotiating with a third party?" Leo asked. Instantly Mr. Jonsen's faint smile faded. "Oh, or rather, what you do before negotiating with anyone. If you mean, I negotiated with Mr. Pablo personally before the negotiation meeting with Mr. Walter like you did, I didn't do that." Mr. Jonsen immediately frowned sharply and felt offended at Leo's remark. He spontaneously straightened his sitting position and looked at him with a threatening gaze. "I don't understand why you say that," Mr. Jonsen said. "I don't do things like that. Are you doubting my negotiation skills?" "Oh, of course not. The one who just underestimated me is you, Mr. Jonsen. You und
Mr. Walter was a little taken aback by Leo's words. But a few seconds later, he laughed awkwardly. "No way. How can you think he hates you?" asked Mr. Walter. Leo let out a small hiss and pretended to think even more. His index finger was now tapping his own temple. "I don't want to judge him badly either, Mr. Walter. But, when I spoke with Mr. Jonsen a few minutes ago, I felt that resentment. He didn't seem to accept my presence as a major investor," Leo retorted. Having said that, Leo lifted his face and straightened his gaze to match Mr. Walter's. While focusing his eyes on one point, he read the notification on the system screen. [WALTER ORLANDO] [FEELINGS: DISGUSTED (88%) ANNOYED (77%)] Leo secretly curved a lopsided smile reading Mr. Walter's current feeling prediction. "I know you might be annoyed with me because I might sound pretentious when I say this," Leo said, deliberately provoking Mr. Walter further. The look of astonishment on Mr. Walter's face inst
On the way, Leo deliberately contacted Bram via video call. Shortly after the video call was picked up by Bram, he watched as the camera panned to Mr. Jonsen who was gathered on the VIP sofa with three other men. Not just the three other men. But also the LCs who accompanied them. All the women on the couch, for some reason, looked like they were very drunk. "Wait, didn't Mr. Jonsen just arrive a few minutes ago?" Leo asked. Hans also took a quick glance at Leo's phone screen. Curiosity was evident on his face, wanting to know what had happened to Mr. Jonsen. "Don't you think it's strange that these women were already very drunk when Mr. Jonsen arrived just a few minutes ago?" Leo asked again. Hans nodded his head. "Yes, it should be. Did they use a very high dose of alcohol, or were the women given something before Mr. Jonsen arrived?" Leo looked very thoughtful after Hans said that. He suddenly felt very curious and wanted to know what was the reason. On the other h