Ch. 311..320
Chapter 311 “How could you lie to me, James?”
“I’m not. There isn’t much left on the card. Maybe a hundred million?”
James had a frustrated look Was it his fault that he had money?
Thea snatched the card in his hands and grunted coldly, I’m curious to see how much there is in this card.”
Saying that, she headed to a nearby ATM. She inserted the card.
“Password?” She turned to look at James, who followed close behind.
Jarnes replied, “Six eights.” Thea keyed in the password. Upon seeing the number on the screen, she snickered. Then, wearing a grim expression, she reproached James, “The balance is zero. How dare you lie to me?”
James scratched his nose.
The balance was indeed zero.
However, it was capable of withdrawing a hundred million dollars Besides, he did not have to pay them back.
The financial department of the country would help him pay for everything Thea pulled out the card and returned it to James. Although the balance was zero, Thea was still delighted. That was because the money was obtained through illegal means. She believed it was in James’ nature to boast about being wealthy. Well, at least he only bragged and did not acquire the money illegally. The two headed to the North Cansington branch of Herbal Biotech. Herbal Biotech was the largest pharmacy in Cansington and was established by the famous Dr. Jay Fallon. It was renowned not only in Cansington but all across the country. This, of course, included North Cansington.
The auction held by Herbal Biotech targeted the wealthy.
That was because the herbs sold were valuable and priceless. Though these precious herbs were considered by many to be nothing out of the ordinary, they were lifesavers for the rich who were gravely ill.
Soon, they arrived at the place. The shop was closed today for the auction, To make the auction a resounding success, Dr. Jay Fallon had brought many precious herbs – including the thousand-year-old King of Ginseng – from the headquarters.
“Thea Callahan?”
A voice came.
Thea tumed and saw a beautiful woman and a handsome man heading toward her.
“Huh?”
Thea stared at the woman.
She felt a sense of familiarity.
However, nothing came to her mind. “Y-You are. ?”
“Thea, it’s me. I’m Julianna Jacaruso.”
“Julianna?” Thea was astonished. Julianna Jacaruso was one of her best friends in senior high school
Her relationship with Julianna was the same as Quincy’s. They were once the closest of friends.
Julianna said smilingly, “I heard from Quincy in the group chat that you’ve restored your looks. She even posted a picture of you. I couldn’t recognize you when I saw you just now. I was only sure it was you after double-checking with the photo.”
Thea smiled Julianna pulled the handsome man by her side and introduced him, “This is my boyfriend. He’s Quay, from the Xenos.”
“Hello.”
Thea held out her hand. Quay looked at Thea in a daze. He did not loosen his grip even after shaking her hands. Thea broke free from his grip and forced an awkward smile. Then, she pulled at James and introduced him, “This is my husband, James Caden.” “What? He’s James?” Julianna exclaimed.
It was as if she had seen a peculiar object. “I heard from Quincy that he’s the useless son-in-law of the Callahans. Not only has he been leeching off the family, but he also doesn’t work and has no ambition.”
Chapter 312
Just like Quincy. Julianna looked down on James and belittled himi non-stop upon meeting him.
James smiled faintly Thea shot him a look of resentment. As the saving went, bad news travels fast. James’ reputation for being trash had already spread to North CansingtonShe smiled awkwardly and said, “Julianna, James isn’t completely useless. He just likes keeping a low profile. He practices medicine, and it was he who treated my injuries. His medical skills even far exceed that of Dr. Fallon of Cansington.”
She could only say this at that moment.
Although James had said he did not know much about medicine, she did not wish to embarrass herself in front of her former best friend, so she tried her best to explain.
Julianna only looked at James upon hearing this. However, she still did not hold him in high regard.
After all, many practice medicine in Cansington. It would be strange if someone from the area did not know a thing or two about it.
She did not take Thea’s words seriously. After all, if James was truly more capable than Dr. Fallon, he would be world-renowned instead of being ridiculed for being a good for-nothing by the public
“By the way, are you here to participate in the auction organized by Herbal Biotech?” Julianna changed the subject. “Yes.” Thea nodded and said, “It’s my grandmother’s birthday. I’m planning to get her wild ginseng.”
Immediately, Quay stepped forward with a bright smile. “Leave everything to me, Ms. Thea. I have a good relationship with the person in charge of Herbal Biotech of the North Cansington branch. I’ll request him to keep one for you.”
“Thank you so much.”
“It’s nothing. Since you’re Julianna’s friend, that makes you my friend too. No one dares say no to the Xenos in North Cansington!”
Quay started boasting about the Xenos’ power and influence in North Cansington. James smiled and said nothing.
After chit-chatting for a while, they entered Herbal Biotech.
Herbal Biotech was spacious on the inside.
As it was not yet nighttime, the auction had not yet begun.
However, many precious herbs were on display. Many of them were auction items of the evening that were unveiled for a sneak peek so that the public would know their values and prices.
James and Thea looked around casually.
Soon, it was evening Many affluent people of North Cansington were present on the topmost floor of Herbal Biotech The auction would be held on schedule.
Many influential families in North Cansington gathered here. Some among them had come from other parts of the country and were here to purchase herbs that could extend their life span.
A glamorous woman in a white dress with an attractive figure walked up to the auction block.
“Wow, it’s Christine Fallon.”
“That’s Christine Fallon, the granddaughter of Dr. Fallon.” “I didn’t expect her to be the host for this auction.”
“Rumors say that her medical skills have exceeded that of her grandfather. She’s already called the female Asclepius of Cansington.”
The woman in the white dress walked up to the auction block. Immediately, the crowd cheered. Holding the mic, Christine looked at the crowd and said with a smile, “Welcome to the auction organized by Herbal Biotech. Many valuable herbs will be auctioned here today. Without further ado, we’ll begin with our first item of the day, the thousand year-old King of Ginseng,”
The crowd fell silent instantly,
It was not a secret that Herbal Biotech had a King of Ginseng in its possession.
The ginseng was renowned in both Cansington and North Cansington. However, due to its exorbitant price, no one had been capable of purchasing it.
As Christine spoke, two ladies with attractive figures walked up the stage with a luxurious looking box. It was red and about a meter long. Christine opened the box Inside was a human-shaped ginseng a meter in length.
Chapter 313 “Wow! Is this the thousand-year-old King of Ginseng?” “I can even smell its fragrance from here.”
“Legend has it that it has an extremely high medical value and can be used to cure all illnesses by combining it with other high-quality herbs.”
The crowd was heated in their discussions.
Upon seeing the ginseng, James had a satisfied look, “Not bad. It’s indeed a thousand years old. I never expected to see such a precious herbal medicine in a bustling city like this.” Though Thea did not know anything about medicine, she was nevertheless stunned upon seeing such huge ginseng
Christine spoke behind the auction block, “This thousand-year-old King of Ginseng was bought by my grandfather eight years ago by a pleasant coincidence. Ever since then, it’s been the signature treasure of our shop. I believe everyone here today has heard that its starting price is a hundred million. Thus, the bid increment cannot be less than a million dollars.”
Hearing this, the crowd gasped. Although these were affluent people, they were still shocked by the exorbitant price.
A hundred million dollars was simply too much.
They believed it was not worth it to spend a hundred million dollars on ginseng, even if it was the King of Ginseng
“Everyone!”
At that moment, an elderly man at the very front stood up.
He looked around sixty years of age and wore a green scrub. He had long hair and was dressed old-fashionedly. He looked at the crowd and introduced himself. “I’m Bjorn Truman, and I’ll have the King of Ginseng. For my sake, please do not bid.”
“What? Bjorn Truman?”
“He’s Bjorn Truman?”
The crowd exclaimed
Puzzled, James looked at Thea and asked, “Honey, who’s he?”
Before Thea could speak, Julianna by her side shot James a look of disdain. “You don’t even know Blom Truman? And yet you say you practice medicine?” James scratched his nose. Must one who practiced medicine know of Bjorn Truman? Thea explained, “Honey, Bjorn Truman is renowned in the medical world. His reputation and prestige are comparable to Dr. Fallon’s.”
“Oh?”
James’ curiosity was piqued. “Tell me more about it.”
Thea explained, “The art of medicine has been around for five thousand years. There had been many medical associations before Jay Fallon established the Doctor’s Association. Though the Doctor’s Association established by Jay Fallon has been acknowledged as the mainstream, many prideful doctors refused to join. So, they created an association of their own. Bjorn was one of them. He’s nicknamed the Doctor of Wonders and is the representative of the non affiliated school.”
James scratched his nose.
He never expected that the world of medicine would be this complicated. Many of the filthy-rich were here today for the thousand-year-old King of Ginseng.
However, before the bidding had even started, Bjorn, the Doctor of Wonder, stood up and announced the thousand-year-old King of Ginseng was his. They knew of Bjorn. Not willing to offend a man with advanced medical skills, they gave up on the idea of bidding However, James could not care less It was a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. How could he miss it? Besides, presenting the King of Ginseng as a gift would earn Thea respect among the Hills. “A hundred and one million.” James raised his bidding card. His voice reverberated across the venue. Hearing this, everyone fixed their gazes on James. They were looking forward to witnessing a spectacular scene. Bjom had announced the King of Ginseng as his. Who was this guy? How could he bid? Was he going against Bjorn?
Chapter 314 After Bjorn’s announcement, no one dared make a bid. He wore a satisfied expression. Just then, a voice came. His face darkened upon seeing James making a bid. Seeing a young and unfamiliar face, he said coldly. “Hey, did you not hear that this king of Ginseng’s mine? What’s the meaning of this? Are you going against me?” James could not care less about Bjorn. He needed the thousand-year-old King of Ginseng for Thea’s sake. From the auction block, Christine’s face darkened upon seeing Bjorn.
She knew he was a troublesome man. Besides, his medical skills were not beneath her grandfather’s.
As Bjorn had announced the King of Ginseng as his, she could not sell it at a good price. Then, she saw James make a bid. After, she saw Thea by his side Christine froze.
Was that not Thea Callahan?
Although she was not sure of Thea’s background, her grandfather had delended Thea during Yuna Lawson’s birthday party. Faced against Bjorn’s threal, James laughed. “Since both of us want the King of Ginseng, may the highest bidder win! After all, this is an auction.” Thea pulled at James and whispered, “It’s alright, honey. I don’t want it anymore. Besides, we don’t have the money.”
James lightly waved and gestured for Thea to be at ease. Meanwhile, Bjorn wore a surly expression, and his glare was icy-cold.
He had stepped forward and declared the King of Ginseng as his so that he could obtain it at the lowest price.
He did not expect a guy to pop out of nowhere and make a bid. “Hmph! You think you’re as rich as me?”
Not to be outdone, he called out, “A hundred and ten million.”
Saying that, he glanced at James. James raised his bidding card again, “A hundred and fisty million.”
Gasp!
The crowd gasped.
What kind of bid increment was this?
A hundred and fifty million from a hundred and ten?
Who was this guy? Why have they not seen him before?
He was an unfamiliar face.
Could this be a rich kid from a renowned family?
However, his attire did not give off the impression of a wealthy guy.
They were astonished Meanwhile, Bjorn was enraged.
He desperately needed the thousand year-old King of Ginseng
The annual medical competition in Cansington was just around the corner He had been preparing for many years to obtain the title of Asclepius and become famous overnight. He had successfully created a formula that needed the thousand-year-old King of Ginseng as the efficacy-enhancing ingredient.
“Two hundred million.”
Bjorn roared with rage
His roar reverberated across the auction house
Everyone knew he was enraged.
They knew he was a vengeful man. Now that sames had offended him, he would be in deep trouble.
“Three hundred million.”
James said disinterestedly. “Honey…” Thea’s face was pale Three hundred million? Where on earth would she get that?
Meanwhile, Julianna looked at James puzzledly. How could he make a three hundred million dollar bid just like that?
The rich and powerful among the crowd were stunned. Although this was the thousand-year-old King of Ginseng, its maximum price was just a hundred and fifty million.
Three hundred million was overkill.
Bjorn’s face was contorted with rage. No one had ever dared go against a renowned inan like him. Now, a young man who had come from nowhere was picking a fight with him at the auction Three hundred million! Although he was a world-renowned doctor earning hundreds of thousands from a single treatment, he only had around a billion dollars in his savines.
“Three hundred and fifty million.”
“Five hundred million.”
James said nonchalantly.
“You…”
Chapter 315 Bjorn staggered. He pointed at James and bellowed with rage, “Who the hell are you, kid? Why are you going against me?”
James smirked. “I’m just a nobody. I did say that the highest bidder can have the King of Ginseng. If you want it, just raise the bid.”
Hearing the exorbitant price, Thea quivered in fear. She pulled at James and gestured for him to stop
However, James was undaunted.
“Fine, whatever.”
Bjorn was so enraged that he smiled. He extended his shriveled arm and pointed at James,” Take it if you so desperately want it. I certainly hope this herb will extend your life span.”
He uttered in a threatening tone.
Everyone could see he was enraged,
James was doomed.
Bjorn stopped raising the bid. Christine had been watching from behind the auction block and remained silent.
However, she had secretly informed Jay, who was in Cansington.
After hearing about what was happening, Jay immediately tapped into the surveillance cameras at the venue. Upon witnessing the scene, he immediately ordered, “Christine, since Thea wants the thousand year-old ginseng, just give it to her for free.”
Hearing this, Christine froze.
She secretly contacted him.
No way… The bidding price is five hundred million, grandpa. How can we just give it for free?”
“Listen to me.”
“Alright.”
Christine dared not disobey his orders.
Seeing that no one else made any further bids, she looked at James and said with a smile,” Since no one else’s making a bid, this thousand-year-old King of Ginseng will belong to Mr. Caden. However, I’d like to announce that we at Herbal Biotech have decided to present it to him for free.”
Hearing this, the crowd was stunned. For Free?
The crowd fixed its gaze on James.
Who was this ordinary – looking man? Why would Herbal Biotech give such a precious herb to
him for free? James smiled slightly He had expected this. He knew that it would surely attract Jay’s attention if he made a bid.
That was because Jay Fallon went by another identity. He was also Jake Graham, the boss of the underground intelligence network
Jake knew who James was.
Meanwhile, Thea was dumbfounded.
“For free?”
James looked at the dumbfounded Thea and said with a smile, “Honey, how nice of Dr. Fallon, He’s showing you respect by giving such a precious thousand-year-old King of Ginseng to you for free.”
“Respect?” Thea froze.
James grinned. “I knew this would happen. That was why I made bids despite not having any money. It was all to attract his attention. It turns out to be a resounding success.”
Thea was in a daze.
Was Dr. Fallon showing her respect by gifting her the thousand year-old ginseng because of the mysterious Mr. Caden? “Mr. Caden, Ms. Thea, please come backstage to obtain the ginseng after the auction.”
Saying that, she continued the auction.
Julianna beside her was bewildered.
What was going on?
Why would Herbal Biotech give the precious thousand-year-old King of Ginseng to Jatnes for free even after the bidding price had reached five hundred million? Could he be some big shot?
“Let’s go, honey We’ll take the ginseng and go home.”
James helped Thea up and turned to leave. Seeing this, Christine called another auctioneer along and went backstage. Christine greeted respectfully, “Mr. Caden, Ms. Thea.” “Ms. Fallon, this gift is too valuable. I can’t accept it.”
Thea was here to turn down the gift.
How could she accept such a precious herb? She did not want to owe the mysterious Mr. Caden anymore.
“Of course, we’ll accept it,” James spoke immediately.
“James…”
Thea reproached him, “How could we take someone else’s stuff for free?”
James scratched his head awkwardly and said, “Honey, it’d be foolish to not accept free stuff.”
Christine hurriedly chimed in, “Ms. Thea, this is just a token of my grandfather’s regard. It’s just a King of Ginseng, Please accept the gift.”
But ”
“No buts.”
James took the King of Ginseng and said with a smile, “Ms. Fallon, thank Dr. Fallon on our behalf.”
Saying that, he pulled Thea by the arin and left.
Chapter 316 James pulled Thea out of Herbal Biotech. Outside, Thea was exasperated. “What are you doing, James? How could we accept such a valuable gift?”
“Why not? It’s free anyway.” James was indifferent.
“You…”
Thea pouted Then, she took a deep breath. “Sigh… Never mind.” Once again, she owed the mysterious Mr. Caden another favor. When she returned to Cansington, she would have to thank him in person and ask him not to look out for her anymore. Though she was just an ordinary person, she was being taken care of by such a powerful and influential man. Once or twice was fine. However, it was too flattering for this to happen all the time After obtaining the thousand-year-old King of Ginseng, James and Thea returned to the Hill residence On the way, they received a call from David. “Where are you, Thea? Cyrus is treating us to a meal. Come, quick!” “Never mind. I’m not going.” “Come, quick! He’s treating you specifically to a meal. We’re at the Gastronome, the most luxurious restaurant in North Cansington.”
“Alright, then.”
Thea hung up the call and looked at James. “Cyrus is treating us to a meal at the Gastronome.”
“Let’s go, then.” James opened the GPS. After specifying the search location, he drove toward the place. At the same time, Bjorn left the auction at Herbal Biotech. He was in a presidential suite at a five-star hotel.
“Damn it all!”
His face contorted with rage.
He was a renowned doctor. No matter where he went, there would always be people currying favors with him. Even though he had presented himself formally to the crowd, there was someone who paid no heed.
Before him stood a respectful middle-aged man, “Mr. Truman, we’ve looked into the background of that guy,” He said.
“Speak ” Bjorn had a murderous look He said coldly, “Going against me? He must be tired of living. I’ll make his life a living hell.”
“His name’s James. He comes from Cansington and is the son-in-law of the Callahans. The Callahans are an uninfluential family. Their family assets only amount to a billion dollars.”
“Hmph!”
Bjorn clenched his fists.
“How dare a son-in-law of a second-rate family act in such an insolent manner!”
“Mr. Truman…”
The middle-aged man opened and shut his mouth, remaining silent “Why are you stammering? Speak.”
“Yes.”
The middle-aged man said, “Although James is trash, his wife, Thea Callahan, is no ordinary woman. She has deep connections with powerful people Rumor has it that it was because she saved a man ten years ago…” The middle-aged man told Bjorn everything “Was this why Herbal Biotech gave her the thousand year old ginseng for free?”
Bjorn wore a grim expression.
A mysterious Mr. Caden?
Who was he?
Bjorn had traveled across the world, and he had stayed in Cansington for a long time. However, he had never heard of a powerful and influential Caden.
“A Caden from ten years ago?”
Bjorn squinted his eyes.
He had never regarded the Cadens from ten years ago as a threat, let alone a survivor ten years later in the present.
He was a renowned doctor who had connections across the world.
He was acquainted with many bigwigs who would even curry favor with him. After all, the richer a man was, the more afraid he was to die. “Mr. Truman, I also found out they’re here in North Cansington to celebrate Thea’s grandmother’s birthday tomorrow.”
“Very good.”
Bjor had a frightening expression on his face.
To hiin, James was already a dead man.
The Hills, too, were doomed.
James and Thea arrived at the Gastronome.
They went to the third floor and entered a luxurious room.
Many gathered there.
They were all younger generations of the Hills headed by Cyrus,
At the moment, Cyrus was conversing with a twenty-year-old-looking man.
The man was wearing a white T-shirt and a golden necklace around his neck. He was also wearing a luxury watch and was ernbellished with extravagant objects all over his body. The luxury watch alone was worth hundreds of thousands.
Chapter 317 He was Augustus Xenos and a friend of Cyrus.
A friend… in Cyrus’ eyes.
To Augustus, Cyrus was a nobody.
If Cyrus had not said he would introduce a beautiful lady to him, he would not even have come. “Augustus, I’m not lying. My cousin’s strikingly beautiful. Although she’s married, her husband’s trash. They haven’t even slept on the same bed yet.” “I can vouch for that,” said David.
”It’s true that my sister hasn’t slept with that useless James yet. However, many wealthy men are chasing her. Do you know the Watsons? Zavier Watson is going after her too. Let’s not forget the mysterious Mr. Caden. These are extremely wealthy men. They have sent us luxury cars and villas worth hundreds of millions.”
What David was trying to say was obvious.
If you wished to pursue Thea, you had to prepare gifts equal in value to Mr. Watson’s and Mr. Caden’s.
At that moment, the door opened. James and Thea walked in. Everyone in the room stood up. Cyrus hurriedly approached Thea and pulled her over to Augustus’ side. He then introduced him to her. “Thea, this is Augustus from the Xenoses. Their family is worth hundreds of billions.”
Upon witnessing Thea’s glamor, Augustus was immediately attracted to her.
He scrutinized her from head to toe.
Her features were refined; her hair was long and silky; her skin was fair and delicate; her figure was curvaceous. Her entire body was alluring.
Mine… Mine…
At that moment, his mind exclaimed.
However, he was composed on the outside. He gently nodded. “Hmm… Not bad. She barely qualifies to be my girlfriend.”
Saying that, he patted Cyrus on the shoulder. “Not bad, Cyrus. From today onward, my family will be looking out for the Hills.”
Delighted, Cyrus hurriedly said, “Thank you, Augustus.” He pointed at the chair and said, “Have a seat here, Thea. Have a few drinks with Augustus.”
Thea’s face darkened.
She came because they were her family.
She did not expect Cyrus to invite a stranger and even make her accompany him for a drink.
Meanwhile, James grinned at Augustus and asked, “You must be Augustus Xenos. May I know who Zack and Washington Xenos are to you?” Augustus glanced at James. Seeing that he was dressed in ordinary clothes, he looked at him with disdain. “They’re my cousins.”
“I see.” James smiled slightly. Then, he looked at thea, “Honey, since Mr. Augustus has taken a liking to you, accompany him for a few drinks. It’s too hot in here. I’m going out for a walk.”
“James…”
Thea called out.
However, James had turned to leave.
Thea frowned and muttered, “What the hell is he thinking?”
With a frustrated look, she took her seat.
With the number of people, she was not worried about Augustus doing anything inappropriate to her.
James walked out of the building.
He lit a cigarette and pulled out his phone to call Gavin. Scared out of his wits upon receiving James’ call, Gavin could not even hold his phone properly. He swiftly answered the phone. “G-General, what is it? Can I help you?”
James said, “You have Zack’s number, don’t you? Give him a call and tell him I’m at the Gastronome in North Cansington. A guy from the Xenos called Augustus is demanding my wife accompany him for a drink. Let’s get one thing straight. I charge an exorbitant price for this. A hundred million for a glass of wine.”
Saying that, he hung up.
Then, he returned to the room.
Thea was seated beside Augustus. Generous and amicable, he opened bottles one after another and poured wine into the empty glasses
He even poured one for Thea. He lifted the glass with a bright smile. “Here’s to our first meeting, Thea. Cheers!”
“Sorry, I don’t drink.”
Just as she was declining his offer, James walked in and sat beside her. He said with a smile, Honey, since Mr Augustus has taken a liking to you, how could you refuse his offer? The Xenoses are an influential family and the representatives of North Cansington in the Five Provinces Business Alliance There’s nothing to lose from getting acquainted with him.”
Wearing a smug look, he said, “He’s right, Thea. I heard you opened a processing plant. With the Xenoses looking out for you, there’s nothing for you to worry about.” It would be rude of Thed to refuse lurther, so she listed her class.
After that, Augustus kept pouring wine into her glass non-stop.
Though Thea did not want to drink, James, as well as the rest of the Hills, kept pushing her.
“N-No more… I can’t drink anymore.”
After a few glasses, Thea’s cheeks were bright red.
“Thea, this is Mr. Augustus we’re talking about. Stop thinking about yourself and consider the family’s interest.”
“That’s right. If Mr. Augustus finds you satisfactory, you two can go and get a hotel room. With him looking out for our family, we’ll be rich!” The Hills chimed in.
Meanwhile, James leaned against a chair and remained silent. Augustus laughed. “Haha, that’s right. We can go and get a room after drinking. I’ll be looking out for you guys in the future. We’ll get rich together!”
He glanced at Thea. Seeing her reddened cheeks, his heart raced.
Chapter 318
Thea was on her tenth glass of wine.
She had never drunk wine. After drinking so much in such a short amount of time, she felt dizzy and refused to drink any further.
However, the Hills were discontented.
“Stop acting innocent, Thea.” “You think we don’t know anything? You’re fooling around with a mysterious Mr. Caden even though you’re married. If not for him looking out for you, would you have the success you enjoy today?”
“Now that the Callahans are rich, can’t you help us out?”
The Hills uttered harsh words.
“What are you talking about?” David stepped forward and reproached them, “How is Thea responsible for helping you out? You better watch your mouth.”
He glanced at James. Seeing that James was sitting lazily on the chair with a disinterested look, David was enraged, He was standing by idly as his wife was being denigrated. What a piece of trash.
Although David wanted a rich brother-in-law, the Hills were being too abrasive.
“Never mind, David.” Thea stood up. Now that she had given the Hills face, she wanted to go home and rest.
She stood up to leave.
Cyrus grabbed her arm and said, “What are you doing, Thea?”
Augustus was a Xenos. If he could curry favor with a Xenos, the Hills would be rich. How could he let Thea go free?
Thea yelled, “What are you doing? Let go!”
Slap!
Cyrus slapped Thea across her face and roared, “Stop acting innocent. Do you know who Augustus is? What’s the big deal drinking a few glasses of wine and sleeping with him..?”
Smash!
In an instant, Cyrus was sent flying.
James gave him a hard kick
Cyrus flew two meters away.
To James, his silence did not mean they got a free pass to bully Thea. He had remained silent because he wanted her to obtain more venture capital.
Although he was rich, he could not just hand it to Thea. She would grow suspicious and suspect that he had gotten the money illegally. Thea did not expect James to resort to violence. She stopped him in time and said, “It’s alright, honey.”
Only then did James sit. He looked at Thea and asked, “Can you continue drinking, honey?”
“Huh?”
Thea frowned. “What do you mean by that, James?”
James said with a smile, “If you can still drink, continue.”
“What?”
Thea was puzzled.
At that moment, Cyrus got up.
Clutching his chest, he pointed at James with a painful expression. “You f*cking piece of trash! How dare you hit me! You’re dead meat!” Saying that, he looked at Augustus. “Augustus, you call the shots around here. Quick, call the security guards in and crush him!” Augustus wore a grim expression. He stared at James coldly. “Kneel, trash.” James sat on a chair and crossed his legs. Ignoring Augustus, he said, “Honey, drink as much as you can.”
“No way. Let’s go home.” Thea refused.
She knew James was a good fighter. He could take down a dozen men in an instant,
She did not want things to get out of control.
Meanwhile, Augustus pulled out his phone and gave a call. Soon, the door opened. A dozen security guards armed with electric batons walked in. James immediately raised his hands and pleaded, “P- Please, don’t act rashly. Honey, have a few more drinks with Mr. Augustus. If you don’t, i’ll get beaten to death.” Seeing the security guards, Thea was intimidated. She did not want James to resort to violence again. She looked at Augustus pleadingly. “Mr. Augustus, please order them to leave. I’ll have a few more drinks with you.” “That’s the way…” Augustus grinned. This was his territory, and they were his prey.
He lightly waved.
The security guards immediately left the room
Thea had no choice but to take her seat once more and continue drinking Meanwhile, James wore a disinterested look. He took a cigarette out and lit it. At the same time, after receiving James’ call, Gavin immediately called Zack Hearing what had happened, he was appalled. Then, he cursed, “Damn you, Augustus! Are you trying to ruin the Xenoses?”
If only he had been in North Cansington, he would have rushed over and taught Augustus a lesson.
However, he was in Cansington. He could not get there in time. He called Richard Xenos, his father and the patriarch of the household “Dad, something bad happened. That b*stard Augustus is making the Black Dragon’s wife accompany him for a drink Get over there now. They’re at the Gastronome. The Black Dragon told us we’ll have to pay a hundred million for every glass of wine she drinks. We’re gonna be in huge trouble if we don’t reach there in time!”
Chapter 319 “How much we pay isn’t the point. However, if we offend the Black Dragon, the Xenoses will be ruined.”
“It really is the Black Dragon. The Black Dragon General of the Southern Plains, the behind-the -scenes owner of Transgenerational, and the one behind the destruction of the Xaviers and the death of the Great Four’s leaders.”
Back then at the House of Royals, I saw Zavier Watson kneeling before the Black Dragon with my own eyes.”
Richard was a representative of North Cansington in the Five Provinces Business Alliance.
He had a pretty good idea about who bought Transgenerational New City.
Hence, the moment he received Gavin’s call, his face turned pale.
“This b*stard! I’ll kill him!”
Richard stormed off to the Gastronome.
At the Gastronome, Thea was drinking. She had drunk at least twenty glasses of wine.
She could not drink any further.
Seeing that the opportunity was ripe, Cyrus took out a wad of banknotes and tossed it at James. “Hey, trash. Take this and enjoy yourself. Augustus will send your wife back tomorrow morning.”
Accepting the money, James’s face remained impassive, His actions had not gone unnoticed by Thea, who was slowly losing consciousness. She was dismayed vas Meanwhile, Augustus was thrilled.
Would he finally get what he wanted?
Watching Thea’s curvaceous figure, he gulped. He could even foresee how the scene in the room with Thea would play out.
Thump!
At that moment, the door was kicked open.
A fifty-year-old-looking man stormed in with a dozen bodyguards close behind. “Beat him up. Beat the sh*t out of him!”
It was Richard. Augustus froze upon seeing Richard. “Uncle, why are you…?” “Ah!”
Before he could finish his words, a bodyguard pounced on him. He grabbed Augustus’ hair and slapped him with great force. Augustus was bewildered.
Thea was dumbfounded.
Everyone was flabbergasted. Only James remained composed.
Richard bellowed with rage, “Beat the sh*t out of him!” The bodyguards threw Augustus on the floor and proceeded to beat him up. “Argh! Uncle… P-Please stop…” Augustus begged for mercy. The Hills were petrified upon witnessing the scene Richard approached Thea and knelt before her. Then, he kowtowed non-stop, “Ms. Thea, it’s our fault for not teaching him well. Please have inercy on the Xenoses.”
Thea was in a daze.
She did not know what had happened.
She stood and went to help Richard up However, she vomited the moment she stood. She vomited all over the kneeling Richard. Then, she collapsed onto a chair.
“Ah!”
Augustus cried out in agony and passed out The Hills were horrified upon seeing this. They made their way to the sidelines and remained silent.
James looked at Richard and said coldly, “A Xenos made my wife accompany him for a drink. As Thea’s body is priceless, I’m afraid the price will be exorbitant. A hundred million per glass. I’ve been counting. My wife drank around twenty glasses of wine. Give us two billion, and we’ll let this slide.”
“What? Have you gone mad?”
Thea, who was tipsy, immediately regained her senses. She looked at James and rebuked him,” Stop spouting nonsense, James. What do you mean by a hundred million per glass? What do you mean by two billion? You’ve gone mad.” “We’ll gladly pay.” Richard dared not refute James. Zack had explained everything to him This was the Black Dragon, the existence that stood at the top of the power pyramid. A single order from the Black Dragon could spell doom for the Five Provinces Business Alliance, let alone the Xenoses.
don’t need your money. Even if I do, I only need a hundred million. You have two billion, after all. What’s wrong with giving ine a hundred million? I’in your brother.”
Chapter 320 Richard knelt on the floor, his heart pounding. “Ms. Thea, please give me your bank account number. I’m begging you. I’ll make the transfer immediately.”
Thea was still at a loss. Why was he begging to give her money? It was just a few glasses of wine. Seeing Augustus who had passed out on the floor, she took a deep breath. Could it be the mysterious Mr. Caden?
However, they were in North Cansington, while he was in Cansington. So, how could he know what was going on here? How influential was he?
Thea thought of a man, the mysterious Mr. Caden.
Lots of people were in the room
However, everyone remained silent. No one dared to speak
After a moment, Thea spoke, “I-It’s no big deal. It’s just a few glasses of wine. Everything’s fine.”
Two billion dollars was no small sum. She would not accept such a gift.
Richard glanced at James.
Sitting on a chair, James smoked his cigarette and looked at Thea, “Honey, are you dumb? Just take it. This is two billion dollars we’re talking about. We won’t make that much money even if we worked for decades. I heard that the Xenoses are a rich family with assets totaling hundreds of billions. They aren’t short of money.”
“Yes….”
Richard hurriedly added, “We aren’t lacking money. This b*stard has got a lot of nerve forcing you into drinking. Your body and health are priceless. It’s only natural that a single glass of wine costs a hundred million.”
“W-What…?”
Thea was at a loss.
James looked at the still dumbfounded David and Alyssa and shot thein a look David regained his senses and urged, “What are you standing there for, Thea? Quick, give him your account number,”
Saying that, he approached Alchard. “Does my account work? She’s my sister, after all. It’s the Same as transferring the money to me.”
Richard looked at Jamnes.
James immediately reproached David, “What are you doing, David? This is Thea’s money. Can we even get them back after they go into your account?” Richard was on the verge of tears. His forehead hitting the floor, he kowtowed repeatedly. “I’m begging you, Thea. Just give me your account number. I’ll make the transfer immediately.” Thud! Thud! Thud! His forehead was already bruised. “P-Please get up.” Thea tried to help him up. Richard would not dare.
Thea had no other choice but to give him her account number.
Richard wasted no time and made the transfer inunediately
Richard was the current patriarch of the Xenoses. As he was a VIP of the banks, his transfers would be approved in an instant, no matter the amount.
Soon, Thea received the money. The process took a mere five minutes
It was surreal seeing the balance in her bank account.
Two billion dollars, just like that? “M-Ms Thea, have you received it?”
Richard was still kneeling on the floor. Thea spoke monotonously, “Y-Yes.” “M-May I leave, then? Can I take this b*stard away?”
“Y-You may.”
Understood.” Pardoned, Richard immediately ordered his men to carry Augustus, who was still passed out and swiftly left the room. After they left, the Hills recollected themselves. Their gazes were fixed on Thea
They knew Thea had deep connections with very influential people in Cansington.
However, they did not expect her to be this influential. Even the patriarch of the Xenoses was kneeling on the floor, begging to pay her two billion dollars as compensation. “T-Thea, did you really receive two billion dollars?”
David cast a longing glance at Thea. “N-No… How could that be?” Thea rolled her eyes and said, “I received nothing. What do you think two billion dollars is worth? Did you think he’d give it to me just like that?” “B But Richard made the transfer while he was kneeling on the floor. Don’t lie to me, Thea.
don’t need your money. Even if I do, I only need a hundred million. You have two billion, after all. What’s wrong with giving me a hundred million? I’m your brother.”