Journi didn't care that the board of directors was staring at her oddly. She politely invited Harvey to take his seat reserved for the chairman before sitting next to him. She switched on the mic and said, "Alright everyone. All of you know the person that's next to me. He is the next chairman that you have chosen, Harvey York."I am the agent he has employed. Which means that once he has officially become chairman, I will perform all the duties of a chairman on his behalf. My father is retiring in ten more days, but he has already signed the letter of appointment. The reason I called for this meeting is so that all of you can get to know and support each other better. That way, the Country H Commercial Group will become even better."After Journi had finished, she clapped. "Everyone understands what I'm saying?"When everyone from the board heard what Journi had to say, all of them revealed nothing but sneers and contempt. From what she had to say, even if Harvey had become chair
"Mr. Leighton…" Journi said slowly as she looked at the vice-chairman. "You should understand that Mr. York could be the chairman because of the result of your votes. According to normal procedure, whether my father gave him the appointment letter or not doesn't matter. He would be the next chairman regardless."No one has the right to question this. Unless Mr. York personally asked to resign, he'd be the next chairman. No one has any say in this.""Ha! Are you threatening me?" Leighton smirked coldly. "Just as he can remain as the chairman of Country H Commercial Group, we also have the right to withdraw. We'll make this company exist in name only!"Journi frowned. "We're not worried. Mr. Leighton, the procedure was decided by the board. Mr. York was also chosen by the board. As one of the original members of the group, it's not good to say things that would affect the group's unity, no?""Affecting the group's unity?" Leighton scoffed. "Fine! I won't say something that affects
Bang!Before Leighton and the others could finish what they were saying, Harvey slammed his palm on the table."Good! I've always thought the people in this company were all together in this with Elric. I didn't expect that all of you would love your country so much! Then this will be easy. The first thing I want to do when I'm chairman is to completely remove the Island Nation's meddling within the Country H Commercial Group, so that we can act on our interest once more."I'll make the Island Nation investors leave!"Everyone who was clamoring for Harvey to leave was taken aback by his statement. They were so startled that they were unsure of what to say. Even Leighton was a bit stunned.Harvey had acted beyond their expectations.Only Journi knew that Harvey wasn't doing this because they forced him to. He was going to get rid of all the Island Nation investors for real. It had been one of his major requests to Elric. "Harvey, is it?" Leighton said with a dark expression. "Do
They weren't irreplaceable?The board members simply wanted to threaten Harvey using their potential resignation. But from his tone, it seemed he genuinely wished they could all leave. After giving it a thought, it made sense.Country H Commercial Group's reputation was too strong.There were plenty who were willing to replace them if they were to leave. Not to mention, Harvey could use the empty spots to purchase the loyalty of others. If Harvey allowed their enemies to sit on the board and use the commercial group's reputation against them, even if they wouldn't fail outright, it would certainly be disgusting.When the board members thought things through, they chose to stay quiet. They instantly looked at Leighton, wanting to see how the vice-chairman was going to deal with this situation.Journi looked at Leighton as well, curious.She knew very well that Leighton's biggest wish was to become the commercial group's chairman. Would he leave in a situation like this? Impossib
"Do you really think everyone here is an idiot? That they deserved to be exploited by you? Do you think you have the right to do that?" Harvey went on.Every word Harvey said was enough to silence Leighton. He didn't dare to talk back.The board members were slightly taken aback, and their expressions became a little strange. "When you first became the vice-chairman, you befriended this person, colluded with that person, promised this, swore to do that…" Harvey said. "But in the end? You didn't benefit everyone after you became the vice–chairman, and even used the chance to profit yourself instead."Harvey slammed his hand on the table. His words were enough to cause a riot. "You used the commercial group's reputation to exploit them all and take their hard-earned profit! Where is your conscience? With a style like that, anyone here on the board can be the vice-chairman and perform better than you."Maybe they won't even take any fee for introducing someone else to do business.
Looking at the photos, Leighton was very clear that he had already lost his justifiable cause. His expression instantly turned dark as he clenched his fists. After a long time, he gritted his teeth and said, "My apologies, chairman. It's my fault this time…"Leighton was furious. He wished he could choke Harvey to death right there and then. However, he didn't dare to make any moves at the moment.What happened was enough to make everyone present narrow their eyes. Some of them couldn't even react to what was happening just yet. No one expected Harvey to deal with Leighton so easily.In the beginning, everyone thought that with how forceful Leighton was being, he would easily disgrace the so-called new chairman. But they didn't expect the situation to reverse so quickly. They could only sigh and think to themselves that no one who could be in a leadership position was a fool.However, those who were waiting to see how Harvey was going to make a fool of himself had determined two
Leighton was acting like a gambler who had lost everything. He was going all-in. It was obvious he didn't want to get suppressed by Harvey little by little. What he wanted to do now was to retaliate with everything he had and take back everything."One month? I don't have the time to play around with you." Harvey grinned, then approached Leighton and tapped the latter's face. "Three days. If I can't make the Island Nation investors withdraw in three days, I'll leave. But if I can, you'll have to give up everything you own and leave this group."Harvey didn't want to waste time and wanted to deal with everything in one go. Leighton gritted his teeth. "Fine! I'll do as promised. Everyone here can be our witness! I want to see just how great you are!"-Half an hour later, in a semi-outdoor office at the top of an estate. The warm sunlight showered into the office through the skylight and into the office. However, the brightness wasn't blinding.This was the Country H Commercial Gr
The following day was a beautiful sunny day with no clouds.In a hunting ground in Wolsing's countryside, a sightseeing electric vehicle was slowly moving forward.Leighton, who was in the passenger's seat, turned around and said coldly, "Harvey, Journi. Since you dare to accept my challenge, I'm not afraid to accept the consequences."I've already made an appointment for you with Ms. Haruka Ito, the representative of Hexagon Inc. She will give us ten minutes. If you can convince her to give up their investment in Country H Commercial Group completely within ten minutes, then I'll donate everything I have today and leave without any complaints."If you can't do this today, then I'm sorry, but you'll have to resign later tonight." He lit up his cigar and huffed out a smoke circle, a fake smile plastered on his face.After Leighton had issued the challenge last night, he did something after he went home. Upon midnight, he gave Harvey a call and said he would make an appointment wi
"While Country H is said to have existed for so many years, the people can be quite narrow-minded. They'll act all arrogant because they have a bit of talent. Not only that, but they also refuse to accept the rest of the civilized world. There's no need to get angry with these people," Juliana said to Hawk's men, her tone filled with concern."All of them say they love their country, but the truth is that they'll leave for greener pastures as soon as opportunities present themselves. Despite agreeing with your values, I'm still part of this country. I wish I could really be part of you!" Juliana said, envy and disappointment on her face.Hawk and the others smiled when they saw Juliana's attitude. If most of the people from Country H acted like this, their cultural victory would be assured. At this point, all of them smiled widely and abandoned whatever upset feelings they had from just now.-About ten minutes later, Harvey took Alexei back to the Dragon Gate Training Hall. Va
When Juliana and the others saw Harvey and Alexei leave, all of them could only grit their teeth in anger despite being genuinely surprised. They didn't expect Harvey's call to be enough to remove Hawk's status as a Knight Templar with one call. His quick action had humiliated Hawk and his men.Normally speaking, they would never believe that Harvey would be able to do such a thing. They didn't expect that reality could be so cruel to the point that it was choking them. Harvey was so influential that they found themselves struggling to breathe."Calm down, Hawk. Don't feel down. I don't think that what happened is real," Juliana said as she subconsciously consoled Hawk. "His reputation is built on boasts. He doesn't understand just how powerful your culture is! There's no way he can affect the powerful Knights Templar."I suspect he's working with someone else and got a fake number, so that he could intimidate and trick you! In other words, you can't let this confuse you! Even i
Harvey narrowed his eyes and said calmly to Hawk, "If you're really that powerful, you won't be wearing that expression when you see me."The so-called top from their side would not only treat him with respect, but they would also get the hell out of there as fast as possible.However, Hawk didn't understand what Harvey was trying to convey. He smiled coldly and said, "You don't understand what the Knight Templars mean, do you? Before this name, even dragons and beasts must fall! And when it comes to someone like you… The moment I showed you my identity, you won't even have the privilege to bend your knee!"Harvey refuted calmly, "If you're really that influential, won't it humiliate you completely if I can make you bend your knee with one call?"Hawk's expression turned brutal. "Oh? You're going to make a move? Come on, then! Show me just how good you really are!"Harvey nodded and pulled out his phone as he looked at Hawk. "Since you asked for it, I guess I have no choice but
Harvey scoffed. He couldn't be bothered by wasting his breath speaking to someone like Juliana, who obviously had been hit on the head. Instead, he turned to Alexei. "I'm leaving now. You either leave with me, or you can stay here and be a simp. But remember—if you stay as her simp, don't appear in front of me again. A man who has no pride and a backbone doesn't have the right to stand in front of me."Hearing that, there was a hint of hesitation on Alexei's face.When Juliana saw that Harvey didn't agree to her demand and even changed the subject, she smiled coldly. "If you have a death wish, then I'll grant it to you. I won't pull my punches from here on out. And you, Alexei. You can try and leave with him… As long as you can bear the consequences of that!"Alexei's expression was filled with even more hesitation. In the end, he gritted his teeth and left together with Harvey.Juliana's smile turned icy when she saw what had happened. "Good, Alexei! You'll regret this! From n
"I'm sorry! It's all my fault! My entire fault! I shouldn't have forced you!" Alexei said, lowering his head dejectedly. Seeing this, Juliana walked over and extended her hand, raising Alexei's chin. She said coldly, "It's good that you know you're making a mistake. Now, Hawk and I will need to get some rest at the hotel. We'll also be going to a charity ball later. Since we're very busy, we don't have the time to pay for our meal. Remember to pay for it and our presidential suite as well. Understand?"While Juliana looked down at Alexei, she didn't mind making Alexei pay for everything. From her perspective, it was a matter of course.When Alexei heard it, he still nodded despite the dark expression on his face.He wanted to take his wallet out, but Harvey quickly stopped Alexei and took his wallet instead. "If you have the money for a woman, why don't you come with me and eat something at the nearby stall? Don't waste your life and time on a woman like this."Harvey dragged A
After Alexei heard what Harvey had to say, his expression was filled with hesitation. It was obvious that he did have feelings for Juliana. However, there was also fear. He didn't know what he should do.He was afraid that Juliana might really abandon him. At the same time, he was really afraid that Juliana was cheating. Alexei felt like he was stuck between a rock and a hard place."Alexei? Why are you here?" At this time, a cold and arrogant voice could be heard. "Are you here to ambush me? So that you can annoy me?"Harvey instinctively turned around and saw Juliana and Hawk walking out from the restaurant hand-in-hand like a wealthy couple. Behind them were their secretaries, lawyers, and bodyguards. They looked like important people; on the other hand, Alexei looked like a beggar by the street.Alexei quickly ran over, forcing himself to smile despite being upset. "I heard you're back, Juliana, so I came over to pick you up. You must be tired now. I've arranged for a pre
"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