“Everyone in the outskirts knows Mr. Neil has no hobbies other than painting and calligraphy!“It’s supposed to be something elegant, but worms like you keep finding opportunities to bribe him!“I hate shameless people like you the most!“Countless righteous officials get bribed by people like you!“More importantly, everything you have here is a complete set!“You’re telling me you’re not planning to give this all to Mr. Neil one by one?!“Are you telling me this isn’t your plan to bribe him?!“You’re heinous!”“Do you think this is all a gift to him just because it’s an expensive set?“You think he’s that impressive?”“Keep pretending!”Abner Sallow waved his hand before someone brought the bottle of Phoenix Ink.“This is what we obtained from Mr. Neil’s home!“That’s right! The one you gave him!“Your fingerprints are on it! Once we collect enough evidence…“You’re done for!“Admit that you were going to gift these to Mr. Neil so you could bribe him!“I’ll also ligh
“That’s exactly the plan!“Even without proof, it’s still legal to detain you for forty-eight hours!“If you’re not satisfied with it, then sue me!”Abner Sallow grinned.“Of course, you can try to oppose the law! That said, you don’t want to know what’ll happen after that!”Naturally, Abner was ready to fight to the bitter end.He was dead set on dragging Harvey York away.Harvey sighed. He could not get out of the situation with combat strength alone.Since Abner was going to act this arrogantly, Harvey had no choice but to get someone to talk to him.When Harvey was looking through his contacts on the phone, Abner instantly slapped it out of his hand.“What? Are you trying to contact someone?“No matter who you call, you’ll only hurt them!”Harvey caught the phone just in time, but his hand accidentally clicked on a number he had saved the night before.Neil Osborne’s name showed up on the screen.Harvey was just about to hang up when the call went through.“Who is it
Harvey York did not expect Neil Osborne actually to care about his reputation that much.That said, this was enough to prove one thing.Either Neil was truly fair and just…Or he was an extremely unfathomable person.Before Harvey could say anything, Neil spoke with a colder tone.“For Dutch’s sake, I won’t mind you calling me like this.“But when we end this call, please delete my number.“My career and honor will not allow me to be associated with you.“You’re on your own!”Neil quickly hung up the call after that.Harvey felt utterly speechless.It was his first time seeing someone this determined.Abner Sallow was disdainful when he heard Harvey and Neil’s conversation.“I was wondering who you’re calling to take me down!“I didn’t expect you’d call Mr. Neil of all people…“What a shame! He is a selfless man when it comes to his work!“For the sake of his reputation, I have to bring you in no matter what!“I’m even suspecting you to be from a rival country, here to
As the current person in charge of the outskirts’ Longmen branch…Mrs. Howell had immense authority and broad connections.In addition to being a member of a country’s cornerstone, her identity was clearly superior to Abner Sallow’s.Planning to be unreasonable, Abner had to lurch out of the place with his people.Harvey York seemed calm as he stared at Mrs. Howell.Mrs. Howell quickly retouched her makeup before respectfully walking toward Harvey.“Young Master.”Harvey squinted before smiling faintly.“Do you know me?”“No. I only thought that you were the man who saved my daughter, Kali.“I went home and talked to my family about the incident last night before showing a picture of you.“They recognized you as Longmen’s young master because of that.“The Inner and Outer Halls and thirty-six branch leaders are yours to command!“Thousands served under you! You’re Young Master York himself! “Then again, the family told me something.“You must have business since you’re
“Welt York?Amos Augustus briefly pondered about the situation before finally recalling the small fry.“The outer disciple?“Didn’t he suffer losses against Harvey multiple times already?“Why would he make another move?”Elaine Garcia merely smiled.“You gave him courage, Young Master Amos.“If it weren’t for your appearance…“He wouldn’t dare to go against Harvey York at all.“Then again, despite Welt’s idiocy…“There’s a benefit.“Neil Osborne is now going up against Harvey.“This is in our favor.“This is why I didn’t stop him after hearing about it.”Elaine leaned on the handrail with a smile.“Welt’s a little too impulsive…“But we can make use of him.“Just let him do the underhanded tricks.“When we’re done with him, we’ll just make him disappear.”“You people are too rash,” replied Amos.“Just let Harvey make connections with Neil if he wants to.“We shouldn’t be the ones getting worried anyway.”Elaine paused.“But, Xyla’s suffered so much because of hi
“Besides, you’re forgetting something crucial.Amos Augustus heaved a sigh before putting on a gloomy expression.“All your attention’s on Harvey, yet you completely ignored Neil.“It looks like you don’t care about Neil’s influence.“That said, within the government, he’s a trump card for the Osborne family.“If the family wants to have power in the royal court in the future, they have no choice but to support Neil’s rise to power.“From a particular perspective, using Neil would mean putting a spanner in the Osborne family’s plans.“If the family were to lash out in rage under such circumstance…“It’d be highly beneficial to us!“The more chaos we cause in the outskirts, the better…“But there’s a limit.“If everything loses control, do you really think the Smalt Sect could regain control?”Elaine Garcia showed a look of realization after hearing Amos’ words.At the same time, she looked at him with admiration in her eyes.‘As expected of the young master to think all t
“That’s why. It’s only normal that I lost against him before this.”Stefan Augustus seemed calm when he said those words.Aryan Augustus looked confused.Stefan had previously displayed prideful yet reckless behavior, a sense of resentment, craze, and helplessness, as a man who had his throne taken away from him.Nobody in Aenar Temple would dare disobey him…But that was simply out of fear.Then again, Stefan looked like a different man then.He was only a rabid dog who nobody dared to get close to…But then, he became a brave wolf plotting to take back his throne!His desire to fight back after enduring such humiliation was enough to strike more fear into people’s hearts.“What should we do now, Mr. Stefan?”Aryan took a deep breath, holding back the thoughts in his mind.Stefan looked at the Scuva Mountains with a smile.“If I were Amos, I would’ve scolded my subordinates before comforting them.“I’d tell them to halt all operations that go against Harvey.“After all,
Yasmin Osborne showed a sweet smile.“I figured I wouldn’t get my point across on the phone, Neil.“That was why I came.“I do hope that you’ll listen to me.”“Talk.”Neil Osborne glanced at the government building before finally heaving a sigh.Yasmin took a deep breath.“You shouldn’t push Harvey away, Neil. Your wife smashed his Phoenix Ink, but this might be an excellent opportunity for you.“I think you should invite him to the family banquet to discuss things.“Another thing. I heard that Quincy’s coming back to visit.“If we can get the young ones together. Maybe…”“Enough!Neil rudely interrupted Yasmin.“You think I don’t know?!“Do you think I don’t know what you did?!“You took the outskirts’ Longmen Branch to support Harvey!“Don’t you know I hate abusing authority for my own goals?!“You want Harvey to join the family banquet?!“You want my daughter to get close to him?!“What?“You actually want that man to be my son-in-law?“Impossible!Neil’s eyes
"That's her, Big bro! According to my spy, he said Juliana is no longer hiding it and cheats openly! I didn't want to believe it, but from the looks of it, she's been cheating all this time!" Alexei said to Harvey. He was so upset that he almost cried.Harvey frowned. "That's all you know? What else do you have?"Alexei quickly took out his phone. "My spy has just sent me all the information. Juliana went to Lost City for further studies, and she studied well. Originally, according to the promise made, she should already be back about half a month ago so we could get married. However, she got to know this man called Hawk John at her graduation party. The two became fast friends. She even announced that they're best friends forever!"I thought they were just ordinary friends, but from the looks of it… That isn't it at all! Forget hiding it, Juliana's directly taking him back! I hate this!" Alexei slammed his chest, as if he were in a lot of pain.Harvey was speechless. "Seriou
Harvey's eyes started to twitch as he immediately gave Alexei a look. It was a call for help.Alexei shrugged. There was nothing he could do. However, it was exactly at this time that his phone suddenly started to vibrate. He gave it a weird look and picked it up. Then, he was stunned… He was practically frozen. No longer caring about anything, Alexei immediately ran over to Harvey and hugged his legs tightly. "Bro! Big bro! You have to help me! You must!"Alexei instantly started crying.Harvey promptly bent down and held Alexei's shoulder. As if he had found a way out, he said solemnly, "Don't worry, Alexei. I've always treated you like my own little brother. Your problem is also my problem. Even if the world is collapsing, I will protect you. So, stop worrying!"Alexei was so touched that he couldn't stop himself from weeping. "You're treating me so well, Big bro, even after I sold you out to my Senior…"Harvey's eyes twitched again. "We're family! What can I say? Let's
Harvey's eyes instinctively twitched. "It belongs to me, so why can't I stay here?"Vaida said worriedly, "Now that Grand City is so chaotic and the Sacred Lands are on the verge of getting into a fight, it's really dangerous if you stay outside. Both my father and I are worried about you. So… Shouldn't you move back?"Harvey led Vaida into the living room and said with a smile, "Don't overthink things, Vaida. It's exactly because things are getting unruly that I should stay in Dragon Gate Training Hall to be a stabilizing presence as their scion, right? Not to mention, I've bothered all of you too much all this time. I have too much going on. If I stay there, it will only bother the mayor, Mr. Wenzel, and Mr. Geoffrey. So, it's better if I stay at my own place."However, Harvey paused when he reached this part of the conversation. "Of course, if there's a need, all you need to do is to give me a call and I'll be there."Vaida nodded. "Harvey, other than the reason you've given us
Mandy was a little startled, then looked at Harvey with a strange look. "You're in such a rush to get rid of me? Don't tell me you really want to be the mayor's son-in-law? I've been here less than a day, and there are already plenty of people warning me about you becoming one."Harvey rolled his eyes. "Don't listen to their nonsense. If I really wanted to be his son-in-law, I wouldn't have gone to save you.""Then why are you in such a rush to send me away?"Harvey sighed. "There are really some things that are beyond my abilities. Let's use what happened this time with Clarion as an example. It's true that I let him take the glory, but after doing that, Dan now considers me an enemy and a thorn in his side. "As a member of the Top Ten Families, you have some understanding of him, don't you? Since he can't deal with me effectively, he'll definitely start with you. The reason I'm asking you to leave is for your own safety."Mandy clicked her tongue. "If Dan really wants to do
Emery slowly flipped and opened the Chapter of Ascension. The Chapter itself was old, written with small letters. Accompanied the original texts were notes and some insights.Emery only believed a portion of the rumors regarding the Chapter of Ascension. After reading through the notes and personal reflections, he could ascertain that the Chapter of Ascension was genuine.What was written inside the Chapter of Ascension was indeed capable of completely changing a martial artist's way of thinking.As he read through it, Emery was already subconsciously trying to test and start training by following what was recorded within the Chapter of Ascension. He had just started to let the energy inside of him flow, but had already noticed that his power, that reached a bottleneck for some time, started to have a breakthrough.In just an instant, Emery could already feel somewhat stronger. It was only a small amount, but it was enough to excite him. It meant that the Chapter of Ascension w
The Wright residence, Wolsing.When Janus got out of a Rolls-Royce Cullinan, it was around midnight. He looked around carefully before quickly entering a courtyard within the residence, holding a wooden box.He walked through the corridors with full familiarity and entered a study.Emery, the Number One Young Master of Wolsing, was quietly holding a piece of gemstone, brushing it against his thumb.Janus didn't run in. Instead, he waited until Emery was done looking at the gemstone before entering. "Good evening, sir."Emery raised his head and glanced at Janus. "So? Did you get it?"Janus smiled. "Is there anything in this world you want that we can't get for you?"He carefully put the small box on the coffee table and smiled."While Harvey and that idiot Hale are all quite good," he said, "they're all pawns playing to your tune. This time, with Daichi working for us and Sky Plane suffering such a huge loss, we finally have it in our hands. If those monsters from Sky Plane kne
Night fell by the time Harvey and the others returned to Grand City.Kenta had already left midway. It was obvious that he knew following Harvey and the others was pointless now.In the meantime, before returning to Grand City, Harvey had already instructed Clarion to spread the news of Origin Sword Style's extermination back to Grand City and how Earth Hall was instrumental in its destruction.By the time Clarion returned to Grand City, he was immediately enthusiastically welcomed back home. Initially, many people had an issue with him suddenly becoming the leader of Earth Hall. However, they did not expect Clarion to be able to single-handedly handle one of the main pillars of Sky Plane, the Origin Sword Style school shortly after he led the Earth Hall.While many did not know what actually transpired, Clarion and his team brought Isoroku's body back to Grand City. Taking Isoroku's body back was a great achievement on its own as it also means that Sky Plane's overall power would
Isoroku immediately crumpled on the ground. The arrogant master of the Origin Sword Style suddenly surrendered and killed himself. There was only bitterness and regret on his face, as if regretting why he did not simply stay and train in isolation. That way, he would not meet the person before him… Harvey.However, no matter how much regret he had, he needed to commit suicide.That was because he knew very well that Harvey had revealed to him his true identity. If he refused to die, Harvey would turn around and completely wipe out the Origin Sword Style. Now that he decisively made such a decision, Harvey would not return to Sky Plane.Harvey looked at Isoroku's body. With a smirk, he said, "That's why I don't like others to find out who I really am." Then, Harvey planted his foot on Isoroku's longsword. There was a loud clang, and the longsword instantly shattered. Its fragments fired in all directions.All the Origin Sword Style elites had been eradicated completely.A few minut
Isoroku's blade slashed downward. It was so fast that it was barely visible to the naked eye. However, before it could even touch Harvey's body, Isoroku suddenly saw him raise his right hand and flicked, hitting the blade when it was just starting to get close.Clang!It was an extremely simple move. However, Harvey's flick reached the blade first, and he immediately parried the attack. Isoroku's entire body shuddered, and his heart skipped a beat. He thought he was already victorious, but he was left with a shocked expression.He raised his blade and wanted to attempt another attack, but he could not do anything for a long while. Harvey was simply standing there with a calm expression. The two of them were close to each other, and Harvey looked like he was completely exposed. However, for someone like Isoroku, when someone was completely exposed, it also meant that he was not exposed at all. If he was not exposed, his blade could not slash downward at him anymore."You… You must h