“Hmm?”Fred’s reply stunned Scott and wiped away the contemptuous expression on the latter’s face. ‘W-What’s going on?‘I’m pretty sure I’m making a call to the chairman of Fantastic Group. So, why is Fred’s voice coming from my phone? ‘Did the line misconnect?’ “What are you looking at? What do you mean ‘it is’? I’m calling the chairman of Fantastic Group here. Who do you think you’re pretending to be?”Scott shouted angrily when he found Fred looking at him. Then, he grabbed his phone and walked toward the windows. After double-checking the number he was about to dial, he pressed call. He did it all while muttering to himself, “The line can’t possibly misconnect now that I’m so far away from him.”As to how Fred would react after being scolded, Scott could not care less.With the contract signed and the entirety of the Cadmans’ property owned by Fantastic Group, Scott saw no problem shouting at Fred, the Cadmans’ wimp of a son-in-law. Soon later, the call connected a
“Was it also a misunderstanding when you said I didn’t have a brain to think?“Then I suppose it was also a misunderstanding when you said I had no right, correct?”With each question, Fred took another step closer to Scott while the latter went from stepping backward to falling down and kneeling before Fred. In the end, Scott could not say a single word. All he could do was prostrate before Fred and knock his head against the floor loudly in regret as Fred turned and walked away. “Ignorant idiot!”Stellar harrumphed at Scott and followed Fred as he left.Scott shuddered from where he prostrated on the floor because he knew that while Fred did not say anything…It was over for him.Outside the hotel.Once Fred got into the car, Stellar immediately apologized regretfully, “Great One, I apologize for my incompetence.”“It’s alright.”Fred waved him off. Scott was too insignificant for Fred to be affected. Then, Fred asked, “About Cadman Group’s shares…”“What would you like
“It is.”Fred responded calmly to Tyne’s exclamation and continued his way.In truth, Fred had long recognized Tyne before she saw him.After everything that had happened since the fight outside the Cadmans’ residence, Fred could not possibly continue to stay with them. Thus, Stellar had prepared a place for Fred to stay.However, because of the short notice, the seaside villa that Stellar had arranged for still needed further paperwork before it could be ready for Fred. Therefore, to quote Stellar, Fred would have to endure staying in the single apartment under Fantastic Group for a few days.The apartment building was mostly populated by other employees of Fantastic Group, and to prevent them from bothering the chairman, Stellar kept a low profile and dropped Fred off at the junction before driving away.That was why Tyne felt that someone was stalking her.It was because Fred happened to be staying at the same single apartment block as she was, and they were both going in the
“How so?”Fred looked up and glanced at Tyne calmly before closing the door behind him with a bang. This left the stunned and awkward Tyne standing alone in the corridor.…“Why is Fred living here?”Tyne did not get a wink of sleep that night as she spent those hours thinking about that.Logically speaking, Fred, the wimp son-in-law of the Cadman family, was not worth her attention. The issue was just that Tyne had made too big a fool out of herself earlier today that she could not help but ponder over what happened.This was why she could not help but glance twice at the door Fred disappeared behind when she left for work the next morning.She knew that everyone staying within this apartment block was an employee of Fantastic Group.‘Does that mean Fred works under Fantastic Group?’This question met its answer not too long later.That afternoon, Fred and Tyne met each other again in what used to be Graham Group Tower but was now the headquarters of Fantastic Group’s Sea Ci
‘Secretary?’Fred huffed a chuckle.Fred had seen enough of how cruel people could be and had easily ignored what Tyne said to him. However, never would he have thought that after belittling and shouting at him just now, Tyne would end up being his secretary.He could imagine how hilarious Tyne’s expression would be once she found out that she had just berated her direct superior.“Should I ask her to report to your office later, Great One?”Stellar misinterpreted Fred’s smile.After all, there were more than enough cases where people of power had sexual relations with their secretaries.Fred may be the powerful and revered Great One, but he was still just a man. Stellar also knew that during the five years Fred lived with the Cadmans married to Valerie, their marriage was only in name.Stellar did not hear the conversation between Fred and Tyne just now. All he saw was that the two knew and talked to each other.He would not put it past Tyne to be Fred’s type.Stellar did no
The true question was who arranged for these two fake police officers to come to Fantastic Group and capture its owner, Fred, and what that person wanted to do.If Stellar could think of this, he knew Fred could too. However, Stellar realized that the latter’s expression had never changed from the calm one he had been wearing since the beginning. ‘Is he planning to lure the mastermind behind this?’With this suspicion, Stellar stopped arguing and said, “Fine, but I must follow you so that I can call our lawyer even if anything happens. Of course, if you won’t let me follow, then I’ll just have to call the bureau and talk to the mayor.”‘Talk to the mayor?’Panic flashed in both officers’ eyes, and one of them quickly replied, “That won’t be necessary. If you want to follow, then come along!”Before this, Stellar was merely doubtful about the legitimacy of the two officers’ identities. Now, though, Stellar was certain that they were fake. As Stellar followed Fred and walked out o
“So it’s you.”Both Fred’s expression and tone were calm.Unlike Alan’s resentful, ferocious, and excited expression, Fred showed no signs of shock when he saw Alan. If anything, one would even say Fred was nonchalant.After all, countless people in Sea City thought lightly of Fred ever since he married into the Cadman family. However, if there was a list of the people who hated Fred, the Grahams easily placed first.When Fred realized that the bald and tattooed men were fake police officers, Fred had an inkling that Alan might be behind this.The calmer Fred was, the angrier Alan felt.‘This look again!‘He acts as if everything is within his control!’Alan Graham was the head of the Graham family in Sea City. His influence here was enormous.Yet Fred had managed to cripple his son and destroy his family with that calm expression of his. Fred had left Alan to hide in this abandoned construction site like a stray dog.Alan glared at Fred as if he wanted to chop him up alive a
“I told you. Over the past five years, the Graham family’s connections within Sea City are no longer what they used to be. These people here are all members of a gang. Each of them has murdered and killed before. No matter how well you can fight, you can’t beat them, Brat!”Alan waved his hand wretchedly. “Beat him up!”With that, the men surrounding them started to snicker while circling in on them.They snickered because they assumed it would take no effort at all for them to beat Fred and Stellar up.After all, like Alan said moments ago, they were all gang members with a record. It was going to be an easy job dealing with two weak-looking businessmen.This was why the tattooed man could swing his danger around and joke, “Mr. Graham wants us to cripple that pretty boy over there, guys, but make sure to leave one of his hands!”“Leave one? Why?” someone asked.“Why else?”The tattooed man smiled. “Without his hand, how will this pretty boy over here sign the property transfer
Marciella walking away did not bode well with the giant snake. Marciella was its food! How could it accept that its food had escaped?Marciella had not moved far yet. She reluctantly looked back at Fred.She did not know how Fred would handle the River God. She could only hope Fred would be okay!When Fred saw that she had left, he geared up, rubbing his palms in glee. He had an eager look on his face, which confused the giant snake.It was the snake’s first time meeting a man like Fred!How strange indeed!At this time!Suddenly, Fred said with hostility etched on his face, "Hey, Big Snake, what are you going to do now?"The snake's attention was entirely focused on him, which seemed off to Fred."What I’m going to do?"The giant snake fixated its eyes on Fred. It felt that it could handle a human like Fred easily.“I’m going to kill you with one bite! How dare you look down on me like this!"The giant snake rushed toward Fred fiercely at a speed so fast that no one could
Fred was annoyed by the giant snake's arrogant tone. Fred squinted his eyes at the snake and asked in confusion, "Why are you making that face?"“Huh?"The giant snake was shocked. He thought that Fred would submit to him, but to his surprise, Fred was not shaken at all.The snake was about to lose his temper.“Dirty snake, haven't I made myself clear enough? I think you are probably sleep-talking if you want me to hand over my people to you..." Fred said impatiently.At this moment…Feeling that it was being ridiculed, the snake said suddenly, "You punk, this is the first time anyone spoke to me this way. What is your name?"“Me?"Fred was stunned subconsciously, not knowing what the snake wanted. Suddenly, he understood.“Did you want to know my name so you can remember me, bow down before me, and become my follower? Sure, I’ll give you that chance!"He was adding fuel to the fire. The giant snake almost spat out blood in anger!"What? You want me to follow an immature bei
Huh!?Putting aside Marciella, even Fred could not hide his shock as a giant snake appeared from under the water!A giant snake!How could it be!?Fred's eyes widened at the sheer size of the snake. "A Giant Snake… Is this the so-called River God?"Moreover, the size was humongous. The snake must be at least ten stories high!What a huge snake!Fred finally understood why he felt a powerful force under the water!There was a sharp glint in the giant snake’s eyes! That was the blinking light from time to time!"Who comes here? Are you from the village? Who do you plan to sacrifice to me this time?" As soon as the giant snake spoke, Fred realized that this was not the first time it had done this.The snake seemed familiar with the ritual process. Obviously, the villagers had witnessed this giant snake before. This was the meeting between the two sides! Fred felt uncomfortable at this. As for the giant snake, it felt bemused when it saw Fred. The snake had never seen Fred befo
Fred was going to risk it all to open this girl's eyes!The force from the punch was extraordinary! As soon as the tree was hit by the seismic fist, it fell immediately and the whole tree split neatly in two!Marciella was dumbfounded!Although she knew how powerful Fred was, to witness his power was a different thing entirely!"Master Fred, your power is insane!"Marciella could not help but applaud.Fred seemed indifferent, as though he had no feeling at all about this."Is it? Why do you think so?"He looked so indifferent.For Ancient Martial Arts, things did not get any simpler than this!"You’re so strong. Anyway, I don’t doubt you anymore..." Marciella sighed, suddenly feeling very sad. "This is the reward of being educated. If we were more knowledgeable, we wouldn’t be so clueless.”"Haha, if you can't solve your issues, your descendants can work harder," Fred said with a wink.Marciella said, "Mr. Fred, I needed to ask you something! What if our luck was changed ju
What Fred said aroused her curiosity."What does it look like when you offer a sacrifice?"Fred knew he could not speak of this matter. Sure enough, Marciella felt a little downcast after Fred said the words. She did not know why Fred would say such a thing. Suddenly, Fred felt bad about it.He coughed and said, "Don't think too much about it... I just want to find a clue. Maybe we could find a solution. Why does it never rain in your village?""Huh?"Marciella's eyes, which were still a little dejected, suddenly realized what was important and asked hurriedly, "Mr. Fred, are you saying that the reason why it never rains in our village is because someone is behind it?"Although Fred was unwilling to admit it, he could not help but nod. "Yes, this is exactly what you thought!""For real?!"Marciella felt hopeful again when she heard this. She said hastily, "The thing you asked about is pretty simple. You can just check out that place!""That place?"Fred turned around to see w
Marciella found herself nodding in agreement with Fred's harsh assessment. "You're spot on," she said. "That woman is nothing but vile!"Seeing Marciella's reaction, a rare smile crossed Fred's face as he nodded back. "Glad you see it my way," he said.What caught Fred off guard was the villagers' reaction. One by one, their faces turned ashen with despair.It seemed to them that nothing could be worse than the predicament they were facing. The absence of the witch spelled doom for the village—it was like their last shred of hope had vanished. They had all put their faith in her to charm the River God into blessing them with rain, which would have brought some peace to their troubled lives. However, now their chances seemed to have dried up just like their fields. Fred stood there, his face a mask of serenity amidst the chaos.In the moments that followed, the village chief was a picture of despair, his only option was to send everyone home while he racked his brain for a backup pl
"What?"Fred did not even have time to blink before the witch suddenly made a move.It was like a bomb went off.Kaboom!Then, she was dead!Fred dusted off his hands, even surprising himself with his lack of tolerance for the witch.Now, though, he had a real headache. He had planned to clear the air with the witch and lay out the past so everyone would know the full picture.He thought that might just turn things around.The situation changed when she vanished, and Fred's plans were completely derailed. Then again, changing the villagers' minds was not going to be a walk in the park anyway. They were pretty set in their ways, thanks to all the stuff they had been fed.As such, just talking it out might not cut it. Heck, it could even mess with history!With the witch out of the equation, Fred figured he might as well try a different tactic. Maybe if he took out the guy in the cloak and worked his own magic to bring some rain, it could save a lot of hassle. The more he thoug
"No way!"The witch bristled with defiance. She could not accept that she was no match for Fred.As she noticed Fred's focus was locked on her, a sly idea popped up in her mind.Before she could act on it, though, she found herself pinned against the wall by Fred in a flash...Her face contorted in disbelief. She was pinned so tightly that she could not even move!The witch was completely overpowered, her heart racing with panic.How could he be so much stronger than her?Fred, on the other hand, seemed unfazed."What's going through your head? You don't seriously think you can take me on, do you?" Fred asked, his voice laced with skepticism.The witch felt utterly trapped, as if at any second, Fred might just finish her off."Look, I messed up, okay? Can we not do this? I'm old, just a pile of brittle bones—I can't take this kind of rough treatment!" the witch pleaded with Fred, trying a new tactic to get through to him.Fred was not falling for it. He looked at her with a
"Heh, I caught on to you a while back, you know. You've been tailing me, and I'm pretty sure you're here for me. Plus, you don't have the look of someone from our village. That means you are an outsider, and I'm your target, right? Listen, man, we don't have any beef with each other, so why are you sticking your nose where it doesn't belong?"The witch had sensed the raw power rolling off Fred, and it was enough to send shivers down her spine!At that moment, she knew that challenging Fred was not going to be a walk in the park! If she had spotted him earlier in the forest, it would not have been good news for her. For starters, she had no clue how many tricks Fred had up his sleeve, and if he took her down, she and her buddy would be toast.However, the witch was not about to let Fred take her out without a fight! She racked her brain and finally settled on one strategy!She would try to sweet-talk him, hoping Fred would fall for her words just like everyone else, and fall into he