All Chapters of Ridiculed as Trash, Crowned at the Peak: Chapter 1 - Chapter 10

10 Chapters

Chapter 1

I was born blessed by the god of fortune. No matter where I work, I can close major deals while lying down asleep.The underboss of the Castellano mafia family discovers this secret. He shows up at my door personally and invites me to join as a consigliere in name only.He offers me a six-figure annual salary and chauffeur service. He even installs a special ten-foot-wide massage bed in my office just for sleeping.After I join the Castellano family, arms deals finalize one after another. Several stalled collaborations come back to life.The Castellano family's reputation climbs steadily. Until the boss' girlfriend shows up to inspect for the first time.She grabs a pair of scissors and, in front of everyone, shreds my mattress to pieces."Useless! We don't pay you all this money to sleep!"Starting tomorrow, you're working as a bar hostess. And you'll be paid like one too."I rub my sleepy eyes and stare at her in confusion.Last night, to help the Castellano family finalize that casi

Chapter 2

I dodged. The wine splashed all over the carpet instead."You bitch, how dare you dodge!"Valentina's voice shot up several octaves. That delicate face twisted with rage."Don't think that pretty face will get men to protect you forever. Marco and I are getting engaged soon. I'm the future Donna of the Castellano family!"Now get on your knees and apologize to me. Otherwise, one word from me, and you'll disappear from the Castellano family. I'd love to see what you can accomplish without the family backing you!"She screeched like a lunatic, jabbing her finger at my chest over and over, practically trying to pierce through my skin.Right then, Nico burst through the door drenched in sweat. He glanced at the wine-soaked carpet, shot me a sympathetic look, and then steeled himself to report to Valentina."Signorina Accardi, the boss of the Silver Triangle's Lombardi family just called. For that arms deal, he'll only negotiate with Benedetta."Nico lowered his voice and leaned clo

Chapter 3

After hearing my words, Nico nearly fainted from shock.His face went pale. He grabbed my sleeve and practically begged in a low voice, "Benedetta, you're a core member of the family. The annual dividend from the Cirrane smuggling route hasn't been paid out yet."If you leave now, you're just handing that money to someone else! Please don't be impulsive!"Valentina let out a scornful laugh. "Oh, please, stop the act! Core member? Who do you think you are? "What other mafia family would pay you a six-figure salary? You've been spoiled rotten. That's why you have the nerve to threaten me with resignation."She made it sound like a six-figure salary was some incredible gift. Too bad she had no idea that six-figure deals were just my starting rate in the underworld.If it weren't for the fact that Nico had saved my life once, I'd already be sunbathing at the Cilian Island estate Lorenzo offered me. But explaining this to her was a complete waste of breath.Once I left, the Castella

Chapter 4

At that moment, I found the whole thing absurdly laughable. Was the Castellano family really going to fire anyone who defended me?I patted Maximo's shoulder and whispered in his ear, "It's fine. The Castellanos won't last much longer anyway. Go home and wait. Someone will offer you a better-paying job soon."Maximo shot me a grateful look, nodded hard, and then turned and left quickly.Valentina clearly had no intention of letting me off the hook. She shoved me out into the main hall, waved that receipt in the air, and shrieked at an ear-splitting pitch."I suspect Benedetta has been using family resources to embezzle assets and even sell intelligence to enemy forces! Anyone who can produce evidence of her betraying the family gets promoted to manager of the core casino immediately!"The hall fell dead silent. No one spoke up, and no one stepped forward.After all, she had zero credibility. Meanwhile, I, the Fortune Consigliere, had actually made real money for everyone.After

Chapter 5

Nico had already reported to Marco that I was blessed by the god of fortune.Although Marco was a science-minded dictator who didn't buy into that sort of thing, he'd maintained a surface level of respect for my abilities given that I brought in billions of dollars in net profit for the family every year.He frowned and strode over. He snatched the scissors from Valentina's hand and tossed them aside. "Valentina, what are you doing? Family members don't hurt each other."The moment Valentina saw him, her vicious expression instantly switched to a wounded look. Tears came on command."Marco, this backstabbing bitch was caught making dirty money behind the family's back! Not only did she refuse to admit it, but she even tried to hit me. I just panicked for a moment and wanted to scare her…"Hearing this, Marco turned to look at me, his gaze dark. "How did you find out?"Valentina held up the sapphire necklace like a trophy. "I found this on her! Royal jewelry of this quality? The

Chapter 6

Marco's brows furrowed, his eyes vicious enough to devour someone. "20 million dollars? Benedetta, you've got quite an appetite!""Don't want to pay?" I shrugged indifferently and waved my phone."If I send the other mafia families news about the Castellano family trying to welch on its debts, along with this recording and video of Valentina's assault, you'd be in deep trouble. Wouldn't you?"Marco's face turned ashen with rage. The veins in his neck bulged as he snarled at Maximo, "Give it to her! Transfer 20 million dollars now! Get her out of here!"Valentina's eyes went wide as she shrieked, "Marco! How can you give her that much money? She was planning to leave the family anyway! We don't owe her a single cent!"Marco whipped around, shocked. "Why didn't you tell me that earlier?"I'd worked for the Castellano family for five years, so taking this money and leaving was completely reasonable. After receiving the bank transfer notification, I grinned at the pair of them."I'v

Chapter 7

When Valentina saw Marco, she beamed at him. "Darling, I just saw a ten-carat pink diamond necklace. It's only 30 million dollars. Can you transfer the money to me?"Marco's heart seized when he heard that figure. He frowned. "Didn't you just buy a haute couture jewelry set in Maris last week?"Valentina pouted in dissatisfaction. "Those are all last season's old pieces. I want something unique and new."Even trash like Benedetta gets to wear royal sapphires. I'm your fiancee. I can't let her outshine me, can I?"She should have left well enough alone. The moment she mentioned my name, Marco's rage flared beyond control."You have the nerve to bring her up? Do you have any idea how much the family has lost because you drove her away? In just three days, we've lost seven core partners and three casinos!"This was the first time Valentina had seen Marco this furious. Her face went pale, her voice trembling. "Marco, what's wrong? You've never been this harsh with me before…"Seeing

Chapter 8

Valentina trembled with rage, tears pooling in her eyes. But under Marco's unwavering glare, she could only grit her teeth and mumble quickly like a mosquito, "I'm sorry. I shouldn't have hit you or slashed your face with scissors."Satisfaction bloomed in my chest, but I deliberately tilted my ear and said dramatically, "What did you just say, Signorina Accardi? I didn't catch a single word."Valentina looked ready to explode. She glared at me viciously, the veins in her neck bulging as she roared word by word, "I said I'm sorry! I shouldn't have hit you! Please come back to the Castellano family!"Her voice was loud enough that even passersby on the street turned to look. I nodded with satisfaction. That sound was music to my ears.Both Marco's and Valentina's expressions relaxed considerably when they saw me nod. They thought I'd given in. Marco immediately pulled out a document, his face plastered with a warm smile."Benedetta, this is a new 'lifetime loyalty contract' I drew

Chapter 9

I didn't hesitate and agreed with a nod. I'd heard that underworld balls not only featured the finest wines but also offered chances to meet all kinds of people. This was the perfect opportunity to expand my network.That evening, Lorenzo sent over several haute couture gowns from Melania along with matching jewelry. I chose a deep red velvet gown paired with coordinating diamond accessories.When Lorenzo took my hand and led me into the magnificent ballroom, the previously noisy venue fell instantly silent, followed by countless curious stares. Among those gazes, I caught two particularly hostile ones filled with jealousy and malice.Sure enough, I spotted Marco and Valentina. After just half a month, Marco looked ten years older. Though his suit was expensive, it seemed like it hadn't been properly maintained in a while.Valentina wore last season's sequined dress. Surrounded by socialites in current haute couture, she looked particularly shabby.They stared at me like they want

Chapter 10

I forced down the urge to smile and coughed dramatically, putting on a thoughtful expression."Well, I am at the age where I should think about my future. My parents keep pressuring me to go back. They say they've arranged a marriage alliance for me. I suppose I should consider it."The moment those words left my mouth, Lorenzo's carefully maintained composure crumbled. He grabbed my hand tightly, his eyes filled with panic."No! Absolutely not! You haven't even met them. That kind of marriage will never make you happy!"I couldn't help laughing. I teased, "What? Does the Romano family have rules against getting married?"Lorenzo froze, then realized I was messing with him. He sighed helplessly, but his eyes became more serious than ever. He looked at me like he was making a vow."Benedetta, I've liked you for a long time. Will you be my girlfriend?"I only hesitated for three seconds before nodding decisively. Where else would I find a man this handsome, powerful, influential,

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