After Harvey York had left the manor half an hour later, a Porsche sports car sped out from the manor and reached an upscale villa community outside the city's Fifth Ring.The villa community was built by the mountains and a lake. The greening in the community was very well done, with birds singing and flowers blooming, and the buildings were built in the architectural styles of the early 1900s.It was apparent that the buildings here were all around a hundred years old, but they were very well maintained. It was a testament to the wealth and influence of the owner.The Porsche stopped in front of a structure, and Kartier Failes, Hadlee Kennedy, and the others all got out of the car with a dark expression.Everyone could see Kartier was scheming against Harvey tonight.Not only did his scheme fail, but Harvey also immediately turned the tables on him.Kartier also felt unsettled by how Harvey said he would force Kartier to show him respect.That was why Kartier thought he had to
"You talk too much.Janus Darnell tossed the towel he was drying his hair with to the side and spoke nonchalantly."Karty, it's true that I'm your cousin, but I've also warned you."My place is not suitable for a nepo baby like yourself."You shouldn't come here too often."I'll try and recommend you to Mr. Wright once the opportunity presents itself."But you should understand there are many scions of great families who wanted to follow him throughout Wolsing—no, the entire country. There are hundreds, if not thousands, of them."It's a bit difficult with what the Failes have."Unless you can contribute something to him…"Kartier Failes forced a smile and said, "Oh, my dear cousin."Actually, I have two things I want to tell you today."Firstly, I want to inform you the woman Mr. Wright is interested in is being taken advantage of by an outsider."Secondly, this same bastard threatened me, saying that no matter who is supporting me, he will make me show him respect."Then
"What? Is that the only approach you can think of using that brain of yours when you encounter something like this? In broad daylight and under the watchful eyes of our rulers?Janus Darnell gave Kartier Failes a look and obviously showed the disappointment in his eyes."As your older cousin, Karty, I believe I'll need to properly educate you tonight."You understand what kind of a person the man we choose to follow will become in the future, yes?"He's going to become the patriarch of one of the ten top families in this country."He's going to stand at the pinnacle of humanity's hierarchy."However, you don't even know the meaning of achieving victory without wasting your forces when you wish to join someone like him."All you know is violence. Where is your manner of perspective? Where is your assertiveness?"Don't you know Mr. Wright hates these inappropriate schemes the most?""What we should be doing is to plan and strategize far away from the conflict yet be able to achi
"Harvey, you bastard!"You're so ungrateful!"The following day, Zhuri Vaus stormed Harvey York at the dining hall in the five-star hotel.She tossed her Hermes purse on the table as she glared at Harvey with wide eyes. If looks could kill, he would have already died."Do you know how many calls I had to make last night because of you?"After I made all the calls and sucked them up, I can't contact you at all?"Who do you think you are? Why do you think you can act all high and mighty?"According to Zhuri, she had pulled so many strings to help Harvey settle this.But in the end?After flattering all those people, she could not even find Harvey.Her efforts had been completely trashed.That was why she immediately made her way to that place when she received news about Harvey's whereabouts.When Zhuri saw how carefree Harvey was, all she could feel was the stuffiness in her chest.Harvey put down the spoon as he finished gulping the cereal in his mouth and wiped his mouth
When Zhuri Vaus tried to pull Harvey York up, he immediately pushed Zhuri's hand away."You…"Zhuri could feel herself almost exploding when she saw how Harvey acted."What's with that attitude?"Do you think I'm joking with you?"Harvey merely replied, "I can see your passion, Ms. Vaus."But if I'm correct, you're not really being sincere when you ask for leniency for my sake, right?"You did all of that because, if I don't surrender, you'll also get dragged into this mess, correct?"You're the one who brought me there."If you're worried about that, don't worry. Before they're done with me, they won't turn their wrath on you."Not to mention I will show them the respect they deserve soon."All you need to do is to watch from the sideline."This has nothing to do with you.""You…" Zhuri started to shake out of anger when she heard it."Why can't I talk sense into you?"I'll see just where you'll end up!"I gave you an inch and you took a mile!"You're so ungrateful an
Zhuri Vaus glanced at her phone with a strange expression. However, she still quickly walked to the side and took the call.After a moment, she hung up and gave Harvey York a strange look. "Alright, enough. Stop eating."I'm taking you to the Wolsing Auction."There are plenty of things for you to eat at the auction."Harvey frowned. "Why are you suddenly taking me to some auction?"Zhuri replied with a frown. "Do you know who called me just now?"It's Hadlee."She said that Kartier and the others have thought it through."They believed that both sides were at fault last night so they're ready to apologize to you and consider this a compromise." I'm telling you, Kartier is a very prideful man."It's very rare for him to be willing to go to such length."You better be grateful for this."While Zhuri was saying that, she was still very suspicious of it. She still did not believe Kartier Failes was someone who could compromise so easily.She was thinking that perhaps Journi
"As expected of you, Mr. York!"You're so magnanimous!"Truly worthy of one who will lead the entire Country H Commercial Group!"I can already see how Country H Commercial Group will rise and expand under your leadership, Mr. York!Kartier Failes gave Harvey York a thumbs up."Alright, brothers and sisters. Let's go!"Let's celebrate how Mr. York will lead Country H Commercial Group into a new era and even greater heights!"The others started to chant loudly. "A new era! Greater heights!""Long live Mr. York!"As if Harvey had already become the chairman.The more Zhuri Vaus looked at it, the more Zhuri felt suspicious. Was that how Kartier and the others always were?No matter how she looked at it, it looked like it was all an act.She instinctively gave Harvey a look and hoped Harvey was not being too full of himself, that he would treat all of their fake praises as sincere.However, it seemed like Harvey really could not see through them and was beaming smiles. "I'll l
"Mr. York?"One of the men from Country J was slightly stunned before bending over and whispering something into Antonio's ears.When Antionio heard the words "Mr. York", his eyes showed a glint of interest.His lips curled into a meaningful smirk after listening to his subordinate's report. "Looks like the Country H Commercial Group has reached its end."Mr. Stanton is also dying."That's why he asked someone so young to inherit his place."Mr. York, is it?"Antonio suddenly asked as he looked at Harvey York."The Country H Commercial Group is our greatest competitor for Nova Corporation in the auction today."However, the person who came isn't Mr. Stanton, but a nameless man like you who came out of nowhere."Then, I'll make it clear right here and now."You better not compete with me and step in my way."Otherwise, I'll make sure you'll regret ever doing so."After that, Antonio waved his hand and arrogantly led his men into the auction house.When Harvey saw what had
The opposing force got out of the helicopters after they landed, armed with weapons. Some were melee weapons, some were firearms, and they looked high and mighty all the way.Kenta had no choice but to step up. He raised his hand and yelled, "I'm from Fujihara…"But before he could even finish, someone from the other side had already pulled the trigger. A bullet streaked through Kenta's hair, and he finally broke a sweat when he realized what had just happened.Harvey knew very clearly that they were coming for him after seeing what happened. That was why he decided not to stay still anymore and stepped forward. He coldly said, "You're here for me, aren't you? Tell Isoroku to come talk to me."I have to say you are quite brave, Harvey. Calling me by name without any honorifics," A stern and cold voice came from a helicopter right before them. The door opened, and an islander slowly walked out. It was a man with white hair and beard.His figure was thin and even looked sickly, defi
"You're someone who has experience, too. You know that you'll need at least three hours to prepare to get this many military helicopters deployed. It's not something that you can do in an instant. It means that while you're still fighting with Sora and his men, Isoroku has been standing by in this place."Not to mention that we Fujiharas will never work with them before getting what we want. Which means that the Origin Sword Style elites already knew that you will most likely survive even if you're at a disadvantage. That's why they've been staying here for a long time."While everyone knew that Kenta was probably just spewing nonsense, Clarion was still partially convinced when he heard how Kenta made his argument sound plausible. Could it be that Kenta was not the one pulling the strings here?Harvey narrowed his eyes and waved his hand. "At the very least, Kenta's right about his social standing being insufficient to work with Isoroku. Not to mention that now that they have obtai
At this time, the helicopter was passing through rows of mountains and valleys. This area was uninhabited. After passing through this uninhabited area, one would arrive at the Golden Triangle. Once one passed through the Golden Triangle, one would reach Hyperborea and finally Grand City.It was around this time that Harvey could feel a burst of murderous intent."Crap! Everyone, brace yourselves!" Clarion suddenly yelled as he looked in front of him from the front seats. He even took out a cigarette, lit it up, and took a deep huff to increase his mental focus as his expression darkened.Harvey quickly walked over to the front and narrowed his eyes. Then, he saw a swarm of helicopters flying in mid-air in a tight formation. Harvey looked at the flag on the helicopters with a smirk and gave Kenta a glance. "This is your so-called guarantee?"Kenta's expression also darkened as he looked in front in disbelief. After a while, he finally spoke in a shaky voice, "Forget about the helico
Daichi had already checked the Chapter of Ascension earlier back in Grand City, but he could not leave with it. Only after Harvey gave his green light would Rachel pass the Chapter of Ascension to Daichi.Harvey gave Kenta a look and then pulled out his phone and dialed a number. "Pass him the thing and escort him out."Harvey was straight-faced when he said that. While he had read it through, he did not believe that the Chapter of Ascension would really allow one to reach Unity between Nature and Man. It was not that Harvey was underestimating Hale, but as a martial art elite himself, he knew very well that there were many things required an epiphany to comprehend, and not just some so-called Chapter of Ascension.If that thing was really as effective as people said, Hale would not be hunted for more than a decade. In no time, a few hours went by. Kenta picked up his phone and after listening to the other side, he smiled. "You really are an honest man. Working with you is a very pl
Kenta continued to speak to Harvey in a chatty manner. "Everyone here can see how powerful you are. Unless we can kill you without any doubt, we won't be able to survive your revenge later on. That's why… You can trust me."Harvey looked at Kenta coldly. "Of course you won't be able to kill me. However, I need to make sure Mandy and my men are safe. That's why there's no need to waste your breath here."All you need to do is to give me an answer. Will you come with us? Before we leave, someone will let Daichi examine the Chapter of Ascension. Once we've left Sky Plane for about an hour, that person will then pass the Chapter of Ascension to Daichi. Don't worry. I'm a man of my word."Kenta smiled. "We'll believe you if you're willing to personally guarantee it. It's decided then. I believe we can work well together. Now, let's go."As soon as Kenta finished saying that, he waved his hand. All the Islander elites stepped aside despite the weapons in their hands. This was also a way
Slap!Harvey gave another slap at Jun's face."So what if I did? I'll kill you if you waste anymore of my time!" Before Jun could even finish, Harvey had already grabbed him by his neck. Onmyojis are physically weaker than most, so Jun could not fight back at all while being held like that."You fool! Release Mr. Jun!""Mr. Jun is one of the best among the onmyojis in Sky Plane!""Don't show any disrespect!"All the Islanders roared when they saw Harvey disrespected Jun so much. They quickly drew their long swords and pointed them at Harvey. Dozens of people also started to approach Mandy. Clarion and the others also reacted quickly, protecting Mandy behind them. The atmosphere between both sides became extremely tense in just one moment.Harvey's hand never released Jun's throat as he calmly turned to Kenta and said, "Alright, Kenta. Let's continue the discussion of our three conditions. The first condition is that you must escort us out of Sky Plane and guarantee our safety. A
"You really are very impressive, Kenta. It's quite rare for someone like you to exist within the Fujihara family," commented Harvey after he took a deep breath and loosened his fists. "I have a feeling that someone like you will eventually climb up the ladder. Who knows, you might be the next Island Nation's Emperor."All the Islanders around them had strange looks after they heard what Harvey had just said. Even Kenta's eyes twitched before he replied helplessly, "You're joking, Mr. Harvey. I'm just someone from the branch family. The emperor's throne has always belonged to the main branch and the main branch alone."Then, Kenta changed the subject after that. "Since it sounds like you have a change of mind, does it mean you're willing to fulfill your part of the promise?"Harvey calmly said, "Not exactly. This is just a simple trade, and so is the trade's content. I'll give you the Chapter of Ascension, and you promise three things. That's reasonable…"At this point, the mysterio
Looking at Kenta's expression, Harvey's eyes narrowed. The Islanders could become fanatical most of the time, and he knew that very well from how Kenta was presenting himself. Their people believed in collectivism to the point of radicalism. One single word from their superiors was enough to make them sacrifice themselves and fight to the bitter end, not to mention if they were convinced if it was for the greater good.In short, if he really refused to give them the Chapter of Ascension, then Kenta would really give up on this pretentious act and detonate the Emerald Jewel. However, while the Emerald Jewel could injure him, he knew it could not kill him. But, Mandy and the others were another case entirely. If the Emerald Jewel was detonated, none of them could escape.Harvey frowned, realizing that the situation was getting more complicated."Mr. Harvey, you understand that the Chapter of Ascension isn't worth the lives of the people here. Not to mention if you do manage to obtain
"Firstly, this is Sky Plane. This is the Sacred Martial Art Training Ground for the Island Nation. Based on the promise made between each of the Sacred Training Grounds, we can consider one as hostile if they enter without an invitation. That's why when you barged into this place without invitation and were suspected of murdering the citizens of Sky Plane, we have the right to stop you from leaving the place and investigate."Secondly, Mr. Sora is a citizen of Sky Plane. It is within reason for us to protect his safety. Thirdly, Grand City will need to give us a reasonable explanation for this."And finally, if any of you refuse to cooperate, then according to the laws of Sky Plane's Admin Board, we have the right to kill all the intruders!" said Kenta with a wide grin."I know you're extremely strong, Mr. Harvey. So strong that you're the best here. But the question is, what's the use if you have personal strength in this situation? Even if you can defeat a hundred, can you defeat