Theodore was not happy with Sherman's attempt to intervene, and he showed it. He snorted and said, "I'm afraid my son-in-law won't just let things be. After all, this young man injured many of his subordinates."As long as he had his father-in-law’s support, Tiger was not afraid of Sherman. "That's right! I can’t show my face in the underworld anymore if I don't teach this kid a lesson today. I have to cut off one of his hands at least."Elio’s killing intent surged. "Just try it, fat pig."Tiger was furious. "Damned brat! I’ll break you if it’s the last thing I do!” Wendell and the rest of Tiger’s men gnashed their teeth like barely restrained beasts, dying to rip Elio from limb to limb.“We can’t forgive that brat!”"We should break his limbs and make him spend the rest of his life in a wheelchair.""Shut up, all of you!" A deafening roar shut them all up. It even made the cups on the coffee table tremble. Everyone went pale and instinctively fell quiet.Sherman’s eyes were

Todd read the contract out loud and said, "If there are no objections, both of you can come over and sign it with your thumbprints. Whoever wins will get this agreement as proof. In addition, you have to get a guarantor’s signature as well. If the loser doesn't pay the ten million dollars, the guarantor will bear the debt instead."Elio and Tiger both agreed. The two of them stepped forward, signed their names, and pressed their inked fingers onto the paper.As for the guarantors, Elio’s was Sam, and Tiger’s was Theodore. Both men signed the agreement solemnly.The arena for the fight was a large clearing in the backyard where Theodore's subordinates often trained. There were chains, weights, and two racks that held an array of weapons, including knives, spears, swords, and halberds.Everyone came to the backyard. Elio and Tiger stood in the middle of the field, glaring at each other like wild beasts. The spectators held their breaths.As soon as Todd shouted, "Let the duel begin!

However, Theodore secretly praised his son-in-law for his cunning scheme. Naturally, he was biased toward Tiger. "There was no rule in the agreement that forbids the use of weapons, so there was no foul. Continue the match."Tiger’s weapon was called the Serpentine Swordwhip, and he had spent a lot of money on it. The hilt was carved in the shape of a golden serpent’s head that could also serve as a belt buckle. The blade was densely covered in scale-like patterns. It was usually inserted into the flexible sheathe and acted as the body of the belt, but it could be whipped out when needed.Now that he had a weapon in hand, Tiger was brimming with confidence. He brandished his sword and rushed at Elio, swinging it repeatedly. He was trained in swordsmanship, too, his attacks devoid of any openings.Elio was forced to fall back again and again. Having lost the initiative, he was now in danger. Suddenly, he took a diagonal step forth, closing in on the blade at a dangerously close dista

Sensing everyone's gazes on him, Theodore wanted to kill Elio with one punch, but he had to consider his status and reputation. Swallowing his anger, he nodded. "That's right. Don't worry, Master Rinz. You will collect your dues one way or another."Of course, Theodore thought to himself, ‘But you may not be alive to spend the money after you receive it!’"Good. Everyone here is my witness." Elio walked over casually and said, "Where's the contract? Give it to me. It’s my evidence, after all. I have to keep it."Todd quickly gave Elio the contract, but his tone was slightly insidious. "This came at a very high cost, Master Rinz. Keep it well."There was a faint threat in his words. As if Elio would be scared of the old coot! Elio glared at Todd, scoffing, "Don't worry, I won't lose it. I have other matters to take care of, so I’m heading off now. Goodbye."Theodore gritted his teeth. "Safe travels."The brat was about to leave, and her father had no intention of avenging her husb

The Hummer turned at the intersection ahead and headed for the hotel Elio had mentioned. In the meantime, Elio called Sunny, his assistant, and instructed her to help him prepare a birthday present.More than a dozen people had gathered in the hotel room to celebrate Evelyn's birthday. Among them were her best friends and former classmates who were still staying in Cloudsea. It was a lively gathering.The hosts were her two best friends, Jenny and May. They had gone to great lengths to dress up for Evelyn's birthday. They had even invited a special guest. It turned out to be Bennet Zaccone, the deputy general manager of Dixon Company and Evelyn’s former suitor.As it turned out, Bennet's sister was Jenny’s classmate. In order to win Evelyn's heart, he asked Jenny to arrange an opportunity for him to get close to his crush. He had even come fully prepared for the birthday banquet.Evelyn had no idea about any of this. Because she was busy with the company, she had even forgotten it