Eric held Sylvia close and said, "I don't care about your beauty, even though you're the most beautiful woman I've ever seen. That's not what matters to me."Sylvia was very happy, whether or not Eric's words were true. For him, her beauty and wealth didn't matter. What truly mattered was the journey they had been through together and the care she showed him.Eric didn't fully grasp the concept of love, but this would be it if love had a shape. At least, that's how it felt to him.They spent the evening playing with the children before returning to the nail salon.Andy hadn't returned since they left in the morning, surprising Eric with his compliance. However, it seemed Andy still hadn't realized his mistake. One should never tell a woman she had gained weight. Elly had been taking care of the children, so a little weight gain was normal.-Eric and Sylvia returned to the Rosewood Estate around 9:00 p.m.Sylvia immediately called Brook to ask if anyone had been following them t
"Hey, where's Brook? He was here last month," Georgia asked.Sylvia replied, "I didn't let him know I was coming today. He has a girlfriend now, so he'll probably be quite busy for a few months.""Brook has a girlfriend, too?" Georgia was thrilled. "That's fantastic! I thought he'd be single forever! Sylvia, Eric, stay here. I'll go call the kids. They'll be so happy to see you!"In no time, a group of children came running and cheering toward Sylvia."Ms. Williams!" The children enthusiastically shouted as they ran toward Sylvia, their faces brimming with joy.A little girl sprinted the fastest and was the first to reach Sylvia. She peered at Sylvia's bag and asked with curiosity, "Ms. Williams, what's in the bag? Is it something yummy?""Yes, I'm sure you'll all like it!" Sylvia gently patted the little girl's head and told the children, "Everyone, form a line. I've brought something tasty. I'll distribute them one by one, so please be patient, okay?"The children quickly line
"Well, I've definitely come out ahead this time!" Sylvia exclaimed joyfully.Eric chuckled. "I'm even better off. I married a beautiful and wealthy wife. I'm the ultimate winner in life!"The two of them chatted and soon arrived at the nail salon.Andy was there again, but this time Elly ignored him. When he saw Sylvia and Eric, he scratched his head and looked at Eric pleadingly.Eric raised an eyebrow, thinking that Andy really had patience when it came to his sister. She kicked him out yesterday, yet there he was again. However, Eric also knew that determination and persistence were important when trying to win someone over.Eric pulled Andy aside and asked, "Andy, what did you do to upset my sister yesterday?"Andy looked puzzled and replied, "Upset her? I don't think so! I thought she was mad at me because I didn't stop Craig from entering the nail salon."Andy's inability to understand women rendered Eric speechless.He said, "Think carefully. Try to remember everything t
The Pettersons had big ambitions. They wanted to acquire Williams Corp. and Sonnex Corp. and gain control of Tiger's territory, putting all of Salt City under their control. This was how the Pettersons operated in Dortmund City, but Salt City was different.To make a move against Tiger, Lucas needed a detailed plan. Unfortunately, their plans to acquire Williams Corp. and Sonnex Corp. had already failed. They faced a significant setback. Just two weeks after the Montgomerys started their conflict with the Hernandezes, Petterson Corp. in Salt City was on the verge of collapse.To cut costs, they started massive layoffs. Lucas had hoped that acquiring Williams Corp. and Sonnex Corp.'s businesses would be a great start, but it turned into a nightmare. Most of their investments were lost.Everyone at Petterson Corp. in Salt City was worried about their jobs except Gavin. He knew he was safe from layoffs. When the layoff list was released, his name wasn't on it.Lucas patted Gavin on
Brook sensed that Tiger was talking about Eric. After all, Tiger only regarded Eric as a skilled martial artist.Tiger's face grew serious. "Find out for me. If you discover the culprit, bring them to me, and I'll handle them personally.""Yes, sir!" His subordinates scattered to investigate, but Tiger already had a suspicion.Brook pondered and asked, "Mr. Kirkby, do you know who did this?"Tiger scoffed. "Someone seeks revenge on me! But this is Salt City, my turf!"Brook sighed in relief. If someone sought revenge on Tiger, there must have been bad blood between them. Yet, there didn't seem to be any enmity between Eric and Tiger.From Tiger's words, it appeared to be someone else, but who?Suddenly, a name popped into Brook's mind. But why would Lucas target Tiger? Did he have what it took to defeat him?"I'll have my people assist you," Brook offered.Tiger nodded, accepting the help. They were all part of Salt City's underworld, and when faced with outside threats, they
Tiger flicked away his cigar and swiftly removed his shirt, revealing his well-toned physique.Lucas squinted at Tiger's body, realizing he was also a martial artist. However, he wasn't sure how Tiger compared to the boxer he had brought along.Tiger's men were pushed back, and he ordered them to fall back. Reinforcements were en route, and all they needed to do was hold their ground a bit longer.Lucas knew they had to subdue Tiger quickly to achieve their goal."Take him down!" he commanded, and his boxer lunged at Tiger, aiming for a swift knockout. If they defeated Tiger, Lucas' plans would fall into place.Meanwhile, Lucas seized his opportunity and made a run for it. He didn't know if his men could handle Tiger, but his own safety came first.Tiger snorted, ignored Lucas, and focused on the boxer, adopting a similar fighting stance.The surprised boxer asked, "Who's your master?"He didn't want to harm a fellow martial artist from the same lineage.Tiger snorted again, r
"It was him." Tiger nodded. "I've figured it out. After he killed my fighter, he knew I'd send someone to investigate. So, he ambushed me while my forces were weak. It was a clever plan. He asked me to join him and fight against the Williams and Sonnexes, but I refused. I think he's seeking revenge now because of the heavy losses the Pettersons suffered."Tiger explained the reasons behind the attack, believing it was the most likely scenario. After defeating him and taking his place, Lucas could control the Salt City underworld and go after the Williams and Sonnexes."This man is ruthless. He's still using the same old tricks from years ago," Tiger warned. "Brook, you must be cautious."Brook nodded gravely. Tiger referred to a time when brute strength ruled, and the strongest fists called the shots. However, times had changed, and large-scale brawls were no longer viable. The police would swiftly intervene, and those who resisted would end up behind bars.This was why Tiger hadn'
Eric glanced at Sylvia, aware of Lucas' unorthodox behavior in pursuing her. To safeguard Sylvia, he reluctantly agreed to Tiger's request."Okay, I'll help when the time comes," Eric conceded.Tiger nodded in gratitude. "I won't forget your assistance. I'll notify you when it's time to act."Eric was the obvious choice to confront Lucas' fighters.Sylvia worried about his safety, cautioning him as they left the hospital, "When the time comes, remember to inform Brook and request more support.""Of course," Eric acknowledged.He believed he could handle Lucas' boxer in a one-on-one duel but knew multiple opponents would be challenging. Additional help from Brook's crew would boost his confidence.Lucas' sanity teetered on the edge as the Pettersons suffered mounting losses in Salt City. Eric grew increasingly cautious, sticking close to Sylvia.-In the afternoon, Gavin invited Eric to dinner, a rare social occurrence for him. Eric had never personally attended client dinners