Ch. 741..745: The Secretly Rich Man Chapter 741-745
Chapter 741
Gerald Crawford:The Secretly Rich Man Novel (Invisible or Poorest) Chapter 741 “I know it, Gerald. Is it because of the two-day outing in Howard County that Marven organized for tomorrow morning? Have the two of you come here in advance?”
Mindy asked.
“Ah? Oh, that’s right. It’s just that Marven isn’t here yet. I came beforehand just to book the hotel room. What a coincidence to see you here as well! Could it be that you came here early just because you want to sightsee around here?”
Gerald took a glance at the bodyguards who were brought by Jasmine.
“Marven told me that you liked traveling.”
Gerald thought that both Mindy and Jasmine had discovered that he was there to look for the maid too. It was why he acted anxiously for a moment. However, hearing their answer made him heave a long sigh in relief.
He then took the chance to get off the hook.
“Tsk! What are you talking about? We’re not good-for-nothings after all. We’re just…”
Mindy rolled her eyes at Gerald. She wanted to explain herself.
But Jasmine shot a glance at Mindy quickly to warn her against doing so. It seemed like she was saying with her eyes, “Mindy, what’s wrong with you? Why do you speak so much?”
“Ah!”
Mindy realized instantly that she had acted imprudently.
Actually, it was not all Mindy’s fault.
Despite the fact that both Mindy and Jasmine had always maintained a cool and aloof demeanor, they understood each and every classmate well.
They did not show it explicitly, but they always gossiped about things like that just like the other girls either when they were walking home, or when they were actually at home.
They would discuss the funny things which happened in class, the handsome boys they saw and the men who, although not as handsome, were extremely nice to them.
They gossiped about nearly every classmate.
No matter how extraordinary their experiences were, they were still young ladies through and through.
Currently, their topic of discussion was about Ferald. After all, they were rather well-exposed to his real identity.
They had become quite familiar with Gerald.
Secondly, the feelings Gerald gave them were clearly incomparable with the other guys.
It was part of the reason why Mindy was so shocked when she naturally struck up a conversation with Gerald so effortlessly.
She shut her mouth hastily.
On the other hand, Jasmine only stole a glance at Gerald before heading upstairs with their henchmen.
Gerald was baffled.
‘Something’s weird. If Jasmine beat me to it and found the maid first, she should have already left this place, no?’
‘Why is she still here in Howard County?
‘If Jasmine isn’t the one who brought that maid away, then who could it be?
‘Looks like I’m gonna have to wait for the return of my subordinates before I get to know more about the nitty-gritty details of the situation.’
“Jasmine, I’m truly sorry. I was too excited to hold myself back just now. I can’t believe I spoke to Gerald about so many things!”
After they entered the room, Mindy held Jasmine’s hand and said.
“It’s fine. Be careful next time. Although we have more freedom now compared to the past, we still have to keep a low profile!”
Jasmine smiled bitterly and said.
“I know. I’ll definitely not repeat my mistake the next time around!”
Mindy stuck out her tongue.
“This mission is clearly dangerous but we managed to get through it without mishap. However, I still can’t comprehend why she’s so stubborn! Is that box so important to her? Where can we find it for her? Jasmine, what do you plan to do next?”
Mindy asked.
But Jasmine gave Mindy a glare again. “Mindy, I truly regret bringing you with me. Why do you have to say everything out loud every time!? Be careful that walls have ears.”
Mindy stuck out her tongue again before she covered her mouth immediately.
“From now on, I want to resume my old self and be cold and aloof. I won’t say much from now on!”
Mindy said.
Chapter 742
Gerald Crawford:The Secretly Rich Man Novel (Invisible or Poorest) Chapter 742 “You don’t have to be like that. Ah, to be frank, tracking a thing down is easy peasy. What I’m worried about now is that there’s indeed another group of influential people who shares the same aim as us. As if that isn’t bad enough, it seems that their level of expertise is on par with the professionals we have on our team. That’s what I need to worry about!”
Jasmine massaged her brow ridge as she said, “Looks like we’re a step ahead of them. But it’s not as useful as you think. We’re out in the open but our enemies are still well-hidden from us. There’s a possibility that they’ll launch a surprise attack at any moment. Worse still, our Fenderson family might be exposed just like that. We don’t even know who they are. That’s why I have been acting gloomy and anxious all this while!”
“Haha! Is that so? Now that’s easy peasy. I have a way!”
Mindy said happily.
“You?” Jasmine smiled slightly.
“Hmph! Jasmine, you might think that I’m a carefree girl. But I’m quite smart too. This is more or less like the Werewolf Game I love playing!”
Mindy said.
Jasmine shook her head. “I don’t understand it!”
“It’s very easy. Currently, aren’t you afraid of exposing yourself the most? Let’s find something to conceal you. After that, we can stir up confusion among their ranks. That way, you’ll be hidden in the
dark. Our Fenderson family will be hidden in the dark too. You just need to act the way you usually do!”
Mindy said.
“What you said is rather logical. You mean that we don’t have to rack our brains to fight against that group of people? However, we need to find another person to act as a ruse. We might even get the chance to lure out the people who are hiding in the dark at first.”
Jasmine was quickly catching on.
Mindy snapped her fingers. “Bingo! That’s it!”
“Ah! But where should we find a person like that? Who is the most suited to draw the others’ attention away?”
Jasmine thought about it.
Mindy pouted as her brain churned away.
But soon, Mindy slapped her forehead.
“Haha! I know who we should look for!”
Mindy said.
Jasmine said helplessly, “Are you going to say Gerald?”
“That’s right. Let’s look for Gerald. He’s the most suitable person for this role. Jasmine, why don’t you look at it this way. We did talk about Gerald before. Despite how handsome and charming he looks, he’s a bit of a dork too. Despite the low profile he keeps, he’s super-rich, which I’m guessing is the reason why he knows so many distinguished people in Salford Province. Those are truly Gerald’s inherent advantages!
“If that’s the case, Gerald might catch our enemies off guard if he steps forward!”
Jasmine nodded.
“What you said is true. After thinking about it, Gerald is truly the most suitable person. But this is pretty risky as well. Is it alright to get him involved in this? Besides, will Gerald agree to do so?”
Mindy chuckled. “Don’t worry. I have a way!”
Mindy averted her gaze but it was clear that she had a plan brewing silently.
When the sky outside was getting darker, Mindy snuck up to the door to Gerald’s room.
Mindy faced no problems when inquiring about where Gerald was staying.
She knocked on the door.
Gerald opened the door and took a look. “Why are you here?”
He was quite surprised.
It was beyond his expectation that an ice-queen would appear standing before him at this time of day.
Mindy chuckled. “Are you surprised? I came to meet you because I need your help with something!”
Mindy said.
“You need my help with something?”
Gerald knowing their true identity did nothing to help. Rather, it further added to his confusion when he heard that statement.
Logically, if they indeed belonged to the Fenderson family, Mindy should have been able to do whatever she wanted to do without much hindrance.
“Yes, it’s true. It’s inconvenient to talk about it here. Let’s go upstairs to my room!” Mindy said.
“Do you want me to go to your room? It’s such a late hour. I don’t think it’s a wise move for me to make.”
Gerald said in surprise.
Chapter 743
Gerald Crawford:The Secretly Rich Man Novel (Invisible or Poorest) Chapter 743 “Let’s go. You’re overthinking this!”
Mindy dragged Gerald out of the room directly.
Gerald was quite curious too. ‘Why? Does Mindy want to meet me? What is this about?’
After they entered the room, Mindy signaled for Gerald to shut his mouth.
“Mindy, are you back?”
At that moment, they heard Jasmine’s voice from the bathroom.
After that, Jasmine opened the door and walked out of the bathroom.
The next moment, Gerald was stunned by what he saw.
He saw Jasmine’s black hair hanging loosely around her neck. At that moment, she only wore top pajamas, and her fair and curvaceous legs were exposed.
Clearly, she had just come out of the shower. She was using the towel to dry her hair as she spoke to Mindy.
“Ah!”
What surprised her was the sight of Gerald standing in the middle of the room, staring at her with his eyes wide open.
Jasmine’s cute face became flushed red instantly. She immediately dashed back into the bathroom to hide.
Certainly, she had never appeared like that in front of any man, even when she was just a child.
Jasmine had always felt that the things related to love, and the ambiguous relationship between man and woman to be rather intangible concepts.
It was because she never had much contact with any men.
At that moment, she became extremely nervous. She hid inside the bathroom, and her heart was pumping against her ribcage.
“Mindy, why did you bring him to my room?”
They heard Jasmine’s voice from the bathroom. She burst into a fit of rage out of embarrassment.
“Haha! What’s the problem with that? How else could we get Gerald to help us out?”
Although the turnout of events wasn’t as Mindy had expected, it was still good nonetheless.
In her mind, Gerald should have walked straight into the scene where Jasmine was having a bath while being stark naked.
Although Jasmine knew that Mindy sometimes did things without thinking things through, it was beyond her expectation that Mindy would fool around like that.
Mindy chucked. “Okay, I won’t fool around anymore. Gerald, we asked you to come here because we really need your help with something. Currently, you’re the only one out of all our classmates who has the capabilities to do so.”
Mindy said.
At that moment, Jasmine had changed into a long dress. She walked out of the bathroom.
After she glared at Mindy sternly, she glanced at Gerald rather gloomily.
Gerald was quite awkward.
He touched his nose and asked, “What is it?”
“Actually, it’s rather simple. We need you to act on our behalf!”
Mindy continued, “It’s not difficult for you. Besides, I’m aware of what you saw just now. If you don’t want to help us even though I know that you’re capable of doing it, how could you possibly make up to Jasmine for what you’ve done?”
“Mindy, what kind of nonsense are you talking about?”
Jasmine said in resignation.
Gerald smiled bitterly.
Actually, he did intend to help them.
That was the best chance to approach them. Besides, it was highly likely that Xara’s maid was with them at the moment.
Gerald wanted the chance so badly.
At that moment, he asked, “Tell me. What do you want me to look for?”
“Alright. I remember that our classmates want to come here for a trip tomorrow. How about this? Bring along some reliable and capable people. After that, we’ll go to a spot together. It’s just that simple. Of
course, you’re gonna be the one to take up that role and look for the specific item for us!”
Mindy said.
Gerald paused for a moment. It seemed like it was impossible for him to know what they were referring to.
He probably would have to wait until he sees it himself to know what they were talking about.
Chapter 744
Gerald Crawford:The Secretly Rich Man Novel (Invisible or Poorest) Chapter 744 Gerald then nodded. “Sure thing!”
After he left, Jasmine pinched Mindy’s ear. “You! Why you! You wicked girl! Luckily, thank goodness I had my top on just now. If not for that, you’ll definitely!”
When Jasmine thought about the awkward situation she found herself in moments ago, it only then did fear start taking hold of her. She had nothing but resentment for Mindy following what she did.
“There, there. Didn’t I accomplish my mission? My hunch was right after all. Gerald does like you. I’m sure you’re unaware of it. I mean, his eyes were practically all over you!”
“How dare you bring it up again? I’ll smother you to death!”
…
In a manor.
There were around five luxury cars that rolled through the front gates.
After that, a group of people filed out of their respective vehicles and headed straight for the entrance of the building.
“Master Yael, all the helpers are here.”
A person who looked like a butler led the group of people into the grand building.
“Master Yael, nice to meet you. Can you perhaps tell us why Mr. Long asked us to come here?”
The person who spoke was a foreigner. But his eyes were fierce and cold. It seemed almost as if his emotions had been strangled to death a long time ago.
“Hmph! Of course! I’m sure Yunus has told you about it before this. Now that you’re all here, you have to heed my every command. Let me be frank with you. I require your assistance in kidnapping a certain individual.”
Master Yael was Yael Schuyler.
At that moment, he appeared to be deeply aggrieved.
The butler handed a photograph to the person who appeared to be the leader of the group.
“It’s only a woman. Master Yael, do you have to get so many people involved in this?”
The youth who appeared to be the leader put the photograph aside with a disdainful expression.
“Underestimating your enemy will bring you nowhere. This woman is unapproachable even if we sent more than a dozen strong but ordinary men!”
Yael said, “Besides, you need to use some tactics to outwit her to be on the safe side of things. Of course, you just need to bring her over to the appointed place. I’ll be the one to handle the rest!”
The few assassins looked at each other in dismay. They then nodded slightly.
“Floyd, go and prepare for their living arrangements!”
“Yes Master Yael!”
After they left, an old man came out from a dark corner of the room. Only one half of his face was visible, the rest shrouded in darkness. He crossed his arms over his chest.
“Julian, is it really necessary for me to rely on these men? As strong as that woman may be, it’ll be easier than ABC for me to bring her to her knees!”
Yael said in a resentful tone.
“You are correct, but not entirely. Should this incident be revealed to the Fenderson family, the Schuyler family would inevitably be in for a bad time. It’s only wise for us to use these men to our advantage!”
That old man said.
“That’s true. But I wonder what’s up with the Fenderson family. Isn’t Jasmine supposed to be grounded at all times? Surprisingly, they’ve allowed her to come to Howard County for something. My subordinates inquired about it and apparently, they’re here to look for something. I don’t know what they’re looking for!”
Yael said, “But my dad asked me to investigate it thoroughly. Hmph! Jasmine, you’ve never cared about me, so don’t blame me for being cruel. This time around, I swear that I’ll make you my woman!”
He then thought of the day when Jasmine slapped him in front of everyone.
That stinging sensation of humiliation soon engulfed him.
Now, he could create some trouble for the Fenderson family if he kidnapped Jasmine. Besides, a weak point had already revealed itself to Yael for him to exploit and infiltrate the Fenderson family—Mindy.
It was, as they say, “killing two birds with one stone”.
Julian was right. He could be hidden in the dark naturally if he asked for help from Yunus from Yanken. He could also act according to the circumstances.
Both Yunus and Yael had known each other for a long time now.
After all, both of them could be considered as famous rich heirs. It was natural that they corresponded with each other frequently in the past.
At that moment, another luxury car rolled to a stop outside the door.
Yael looked outside. He then smiled faintly and said, “Yunus has come!”
“Yael, it’s been a long while since we last met each other. How are you?” Yunus greeted while strutting into the building confidently with both hands in his pockets.
Chapter 745
Gerald Crawford:The Secretly Rich Man Novel (Invisible or Poorest) Chapter 745 “Yunus! Indeed, it’s been a long time since we last met! I was delighted when you said you were coming to see me!” exclaimed Yael with a beaming smile the moment he saw Yunus.
“By the way, how are your parents at home? There was a time when my old man kept bugging me to go to Yanken to pay your dad a visit!”
“Thanks for asking, Yael. They’re alright!”
Yunus said.
Yael gestured for Yunus to take a seat. “What happened? I heard that your dad punished you? Did he ground you for half a month?”
“Hmph! I don’t wanna talk about it. I get pissed every time I talk about that incident. By the way, Yael, let’s talk about your affair. I’ve brought my men with me. I believe you’ve met them too. They’re all from North Africa, and all experts in their own fields!”
“I did meet them just now. Yunus, I’ve got to say, I’m impressed!”
“Good! Then let’s celebrate and pray for the success of your mission tomorrow!”
…
The next day.
Marven and the others came too.
Gerald had made the necessary arrangements last night, and he asked Marven to bring along around five reliable men.
Marven treated his words seriously of course.
He delegated the task of leading the tour group to another trustworthy classmate while he and the other five men went with Gerald.
Clearly, Jasmine and Mindy had discussed it beforehand.
It was because they acted like their usual selves did not speak to Gerald. They continued keeping up that cold and aloof air around them.
Isabelle came too. There was a drastic change in her personality when compared with her from before.
Firstly, she did not cling to Fabian and pester him as she did in the past. Instead, her face would get flushed red when she peeked shyly at Gerald from time to time.
It was unknown what Gerald said to Maia and Isabelle on that day but Isabelle had been acting like this since that day.
But clearly, Gerald paid no heed to her.
He greeted Marven. Then, the five of them prepared to bid their classmates farewell before setting off for a place called Winterbourne Village.
“Stop! Marven! Gerald! Where are you going? What are you going to do? Why aren’t you coming with us?”
Right before Gerald stepped on the gas pedal, a girl rushed over to their vehicle.
She was visibly confused.
“Aren’t you being a little too nosy? Do we have to report everything we do to you?”
Marven questioned.
“Hmph! I knew you guys were acting sketchy when I saw you in the car just now. Turns out that you’re indeed going somewhere else. Is there something fun that you don’t want us tagging along for?”
Stella said angrily.
She stole a glance at Gerald as she spoke.
She wanted to see whether Gerald was looking at her.
But Gerald had both his hands in his pocket as he leaned back into the plush leather seat of his expensive-looking Mercedes-Benz. He wasn’t even remotely interested in her.
Stella could not help but feel slightly disappointed.
Sometimes, a person’s feelings were weird, vague, and unpredictable.
At first, Stella acted the same as Isabelle. She did not care for Gerald at all, thinking nothing of him.
If Gerald did not offend Isabelle, Stella would have left him alone, but her wish to do justice for Isabelle was too hard to ignore.
But after what happened later, it was revealed that Gerald was actually very rich all along. It seemed like he had great connections too.
That completely changed their perception of him.
Gerald was still Gerald. But Stella remained largely indifferent no matter what happened to him. But now, for some inexplicable reason, she’d get slightly upset whenever he ignored her.
It seemed like there was something wrong with her life, like something deep within her was off-balance.
That morning, the same feeling surfaced within her when her classmates came.
Gerald greeted the other classmates.
However, he did not even spare her a glance, let alone greet her.
It was why Stella so desperately caught up with them. She wanted to ask Marven about their plans for the day.
She hoped that she could attract Gerald’s attention.
But clearly, it was an act in futility.
“What do you mean we’re not going to bring you along for some fun? We have things to do. Go and enjoy yourself!”
Marven had changed significantly too. Once, he felt inferior and intimidated whenever he bumped into Stella.