Without waiting for Sebastian's response, Rosalie smiled and said, "Mr. Yates, when you return to Steinberg, Sebastian and I will definitely visit you to welcome you back."Hearing this, Ezra stroked his beard and smiled. "Rosalie, your sweet words are always so charming. Do send my regards to your grandfather when you return."Rosalie smiled and agreed. Then, Ezra exchanged a few more pleasantries with Sebastian before sending the couple off through the main door.Once they were seated in the car, Rosalie clung to Sebastian's arm and asked, "You're not angry at me for making the decision on our behalf and agreeing to visit Ezra, right?"Sebastian smiled and shook his head. Had it been left to his usual temper and personality, he would have politely declined Ezra's invitation. However, he was well aware of Rosalie's thoughtful intentions."Although Ezra is not from a prestigious family, his influence is incredibly vast. Even the Beckard family has to respect him. Perhaps, with a s
Rosalie's smooth skin and graceful curves were perfectly accentuated by a simple white chiffon dress.As he sat in the main position, Jace's eyes briefly flickered with lust before he replaced them with a gentlemanly smile. He pointed to the empty seat next to Whitney and said, "Welcome, please have a seat."Whitney raised her head, giving Sebastian and Rosalie a complex look, but remained silent."Hmph, why are these two scoundrels here too?" Mabel muttered under her breath.Theresa, on the other hand, cast a few appreciative glances at Sebastian."Alright, since everyone is here, let's officially begin today's agenda," said a middle-aged man sitting next to Jace as he gave him a slight nod.Jace cleared his throat and stood up. "Ladies and gentlemen, first of all, thank you for honoring us with your presence at this industry event hosted by Bashmore Group."I believe everyone involved in the beauty industry knows that the current market atmosphere is quite unfriendly, with fie
The voice wasn't loud, but everyone heard it.They all looked in the direction of the voice and saw a handsome man in a black suit staring coldly at Jace."Who is he?""I know, right? Mr. Cobb is reasonable; everyone would get their pay accordingly, right? Why is this guy objecting to it?""Wait, isn't the girl beside him Ms. Griffin?"Jace snorted coldly after hearing the murmurs. "Mr. Ballard, I think Mr. Cobb's suggestion makes sense. We are all in the same industry; avoiding conflict of interest would be beneficial to exposing the market to a bigger scale. Isn't this a great idea?" he asked.Then, he added, "Or dare I say, you don't wish to share this advancement and advantages with everyone."Jace's words put Sebastian in an opposing spot.Instantly, many pairs of eyes filled with hostility landed on Sebastian."Sorry, Rosé Corporation is not interested in this. I shall take my leave now." Sebastian stood up and prepared to leave.Whitney quickly stopped him and whispe
How could a small company like Frostwave Corporation go against a big company like Bashmore Group?"Mr. Cobb, Frostwave Corporation would love to cooperate with Bashmore Group." Mabel stood up and tried to curry favor by smiling at Jace.Jace nodded satisfactorily. "Mr. Ballard, the actual sales of Arctic Snow Mask are on par with Iceheart facial mask. If you insist on withdrawing from the alliance, it means that many domestic channels and advertising resources will be out of reach for Rosé Corporation."It was a threat indeed.Sebastian smiled coldly and said, "Is this how the Beckard family runs their business? No more cunning schemes, just outright force? I don't care about the others, but I won't play along with this."Everyone was stunned, and they stared at Sebastian in shock.Sebastian's words were like a slap on Jace's face. His smile froze as he stared at Sebastian, and his hands clenched into fists."Sebastian!" Fergus slammed the table and stood up. "Mr. Beckard is ki
H-How dare you hit me?" Matt covered his face and glared at Sebastian angrily.Every pharmaceutical company in Dramon respected him. With just a word from him, he could block any of these companies' supplies.Jace promised him that once he got the Arctic Snow Mask formula, he would give it to Ytalia's manufacturer. Then, he would split the profits with Matt.To Matt, Sebastian was just an arrogant CEO. As long as he ordered him, he thought Sebastian would apologize to Fergus.Then, he would use this chance to threaten Sebastian for the Arctic Snow Mask formula. This way, he would have achieved his goal.However, Matt didn't expect Sebastian to not act according to his expectations. Sebastian even slapped him in front of everyone."Why not?" Sebastian scoffed as he glanced at Matt and the others and said coldly, "I'm guessing you guys have schemed this, right? "This industry event is being held today to steal my facial mask formula, huh? Since you guys are eyeing my formula, the
The leading bodyguard stepped forward to grab Sebastian's wrist. Meanwhile, the two bodyguards beside him rushed toward Rosalie."So, you're using brute force now? How dare you try to take what's mine?"With that, Sebastian waved his hands, and three silver needles flew out from his sleeves. The three bodyguards couldn't even react before they collapsed to the ground.Just as Matt was about to step forward and teach Sebastian a lesson, he saw this scene and pulled back his outstretched foot. "I didn't realize you were a martial artist."At that moment, an elderly man dressed in white slowly walked out from behind the bodyguards.Sebastian eyed the old man coldly. Though the man was at least in his 60s, he was spirited and had sharp eyes. An air of formidable strength emanated from him.He was Austin Paquin, the esteemed retainer of the Philips family and a renowned Supreme Grandmaster in Harrenville."Mr. Paquin, stop him!" Matt commanded Austin.With one hand behind his back,
After Sebastian left, the atmosphere in the hall became incredibly awkward. Jace hurriedly said a few words before leaving. …Back in the hotel suite, Matt cursed angrily, "How dare Sebastian slap me? He's asking for death!"Jace turned and gave Matt a sinister look. "Mr. Philips, don't say I didn't warn you. Sebastian is not to be trifled with. You should think twice before acting.""Hmph! I want to see if he's that invincible!" Matt spat back before storming out, slamming the door behind him.As Cameron watched Matt's retreating figure, he smiled slyly. "Mr. Beckard, are you trying to use someone to do your dirty deeds? Perhaps you are just not sure if the target is Sebastian or Matt, right?"Jace raised his glass and clinked it with Cameron, smiling without answering. Then he changed the subject, "Mr. Sanchez, how did the lab results turn out?""Excellent. This mask even has scar-healing effects, but it can't be replicated without the original formula," Cameron replied.
Upon hearing Rosalie's words, Sebastian frowned and said in a low voice, "The Griffin family wants to kick you out?"Rosalie's eyes flashed with determination as she lifted her chin and said, "Even if I have nothing left, I'll never go back to Janover or marry Stephen! Besides, staying in Steinberg isn't a bad thing. Maybe, with you as my support, I could still achieve something."A happy smile spread across Rosalie's face. She knew very well that it was likely her grandfather who decided to let her manage the Griffin family's properties in Steinberg. In other words, he was trying to create an opportunity for her and Sebastian to be together. This meant that her grandfather had already accepted Sebastian. Even if her mother opposed it, as long as she and Sebastian achieved success, no one in the Griffin family could stop their marriage in the future."Even my company's face masks are being completely banned. Are you sure I'm reliable enough for you to lean on?" Sebastian teased
As the man in the black robe yelled, the entire hall fell silent at once. The thin old man threw the black-robed old man a disgruntled look, but he returned obediently to his seat.Once the noise had died down, Preston stepped forward and swept an icy gaze over the crowd who were present. "You call yourself the elders of the family?"The monument of our ancestral dragon is right in front of you. How could you bully two young members of the family in front of it? Don't you feel any shame?"Besides, how dare you speak before Arnaud does?"After the harsh scolding they received from Preston, no one in the crowd dared to protest. Sebastian nodded involuntarily. It appeared that Preston did have influence in the Ballard family. At least no one had interrupted his scolding, including Arnaud and the man in the black robe.Preston huffed angrily and bowed to Arnaud, who sat in the middle. "Arnaud, I've brought Samson and Sebastian!"Preston went over to the chair next to the black-robe
"Sebastian, I won't be going in. Remember, don't say anything without being spoken to, and don't be impulsive!" Andreas said softly in Sebastian's ear when they reached the door to the hall. He then walked over to the crowd, which was packed on both sides of the hall.Samson and Preston walked into the hall without any change in expression. Sebastian hesitated for a moment before hurrying to catch up.When they reached the entrance, the two old men reached out to stop them and said to Preston, who was in the lead, "Preston, I'm afraid that it wouldn't be a good idea for you to go in. Everyone knows that you're biased toward Samson's family. If you get into an argument with Arnaud, then—""Nonsense!" Preston yelled furiously. He spoke in a menacing tone to the two old men. "Don't try those tricks with me. Today, I'm going to be the voice of reason. Who among you can do anything to me?"With that, he pushed them aside and strode into the hall.The two old men gazed after his ret
The Ballard Estate's resources were unfathomable as it was. Could Isabella's family be even more powerful than theirs?Sebastian clearly remembered that both he and Samson were under the Sacred Medicine Society. They even had the same mentor.The Sacred Medicine Society was above all the other mystic martial arts sects. Even the sect leaders of the Nine Sects were very respectful toward his mentor.If Samson really was from the same sect as Sebastian, then his mentor had clearly been unable to save him. Wouldn't that mean that the Sacred Medicine Society was no match for the Ballards?Wouldn't that mean that Isabella's family was an even greater entity?"If my mother's family is really that powerful, why couldn't they rescue my father? There would also be no reason to let me join the Sacred Medicine Society either, right?" Sebastian asked probingly. It seemed as if Andreas had never even thought about such questions. He smiled and shook his head. "You probably don't know about a
As they stepped out of the courtyard gate, Samson suddenly turned and lowered his voice as he said to Sebastian, "I didn't treat you and your mother well. Please don't hold it against me."Sebastian felt even more conflicted. After everything he had been through, he knew very well that there were times when one really had no choice. When Samson saw that Sebastian was looking at him with a conflicted expression, he patted him on the shoulder and gave him a warm smile. Then he took a token from Preston and walked out of the yard.They followed Preston as he walked toward the east, where there was a majestic-looking building."Why are you helping me?" Sebastian suddenly turned and asked Andreas in a low voice. Andreas glanced at him and gave him a long, cryptic smile. "Do you think I'm helping you? I'm helping myself while doing so!""Oh?" Sebastian looked at Andreas in confusion, his brow knitted. Even Rexton had mentioned that Andreas was in Arnaud's favor. Why would he need t
When Rexton and the others had gone, Preston turned to look at Samson and said irritatedly, "You little rascal. Would I ever hurt you?"Besides, you've been here in isolation for ten years. Why hasn't your temper changed at all? Couldn't you show me some respect in front of all those people?"Samson glanced at Preston but didn't answer.Preston huffed and ignored him. He turned and looked Sebastian up and down instead."Hey, kiddo. Over ten years have passed in just the blink of an eye. You've probably forgotten me. I even gave you candy back then! Come over here and call me Great Uncle Preston!"Sebastian looked at him in surprise. It was true that he didn't have much of an impression of what had happened over ten years ago. However, he could tell from what Preston had said and done that his attitude toward Sebastian's family was completely different from Rexton and the others.Beside Sebastian, Andreas kept shooting him meaningful looks. Sebastian finally smiled and said, "Hell
Although the old man looked as if he was over 60 years old, his expression was sharp and lively, and his skin was smooth as a baby's. It gave him a youthful air.Even the severely injured apprentices all scrambled up from the ground when they saw him. They hastily bowed and said, "Greetings, Great Uncle Preston!"Even Rexton had no choice but to suppress his anger. He bowed sullenly to the old man and said, "Greetings, Uncle Preston."Preston Ballard glanced at Rexton and turned to shout angrily at the apprentices, "If I hadn't come, were you planning to tear the Ballard Estate apart? Look at all of you! Get out of here right now!"Despite the scolding they had been subjected to, none of them dared to protest. They all lowered their heads and slunk out of the yard. Preston glared angrily at them as they went and snorted. "What an embarrassment to the family!"Then he smiled slightly and looked at Samson and Sebastian as he asked, "Samson, do you have anything to say?"Samson lo
Rexton's pupils constricted, and the muscles in his face twitched. He stared at Samson with a wary look in his eyes. He and Samson were two minor stages apart. It was no laughing matter. If the two of them began to fight, Rexton would be sure to die if he didn't have any external assistance."What's the matter? Are you scared?" Samson sneered as he asked in a cold, accusatory tone. That flipped a switch in Rexton's head. His expression changed instantly, and he turned a fierce look on Samson. "Afraid?" he asked through gritted teeth.As he spoke, Rexton seemed to make up his mind. He slowly reached into his pocket and took out a pale blue paper charm, which looked thicker than usual.The paper charm was oppressive to look at. Sebastian instinctively sensed a threatening energy approaching!Even Samson looked wary when he saw the paper charm."Uncle Rexton, this is a Soulcrush Charm. Great Uncle Arnaud has clearly said that no one in the Ballard Estate is allowed to use spiri
Sebastian immediately felt the pressure around him drop. The feeling of being pinned down disappeared as well."How dare you—"Before Rexton could finish, a shadow flashed past him, and Samson popped up right in front of him.Samson stuck out his finger as if it were a sword and tapped him on the chest. Although Samson hadn't used any strength, Rexton could see the murderous look in his eyes. There was a dot of scarlet light that swirled around Samson's finger. A crimson rune was gradually appearing, and there was a chilling, murderous sensation in the air. Sebastian gasped. He had finally realized how the mystic spells should be used, and he was in awe. It wasn't that Sebastian was unable to do it. It was just that up until then, he had only seen the mystic sect apprentices of the secular world. Perhaps their understanding of how to use mystic spells was too superficial, which was why Sebastian's perception had also been affected.Realization only dawned on him when he saw
At Rexton's roar of fury, everyone turned to look at Samson, who was still standing there quietly without moving."A traitor? Murder?"There was finally a flicker of emotion on Samson's face. A sudden glimmer of light flared in his eyes, which had been devoid of life for a long time."Rexton, you know very well how your father died!"As Samson spoke, he walked toward Rexton with a steady step as he said, "I admit that I've wronged Sebastian and his mother. I was just too soft-hearted back then. That's why I believed your lies and tried to keep the big picture in mind for the Ballards, but look at how you've treated me!"There was suddenly a cold glint in Samson's eyes, and he said in a thunderous tone, "You set up a series of traps and tried to kill and torture my wife and son!"You pursued them until the ends of the earth! If my mentor hadn't rescued Sebastian, do you think he'd still be alive today?"Did you just accuse me of murder? Did you ever think of the fact that we're f