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Chapter 123
Before the man in the black vest could react, he felt a searing pain on his wrist. The pain was so excruciating that he dropped his pistol.James rolled underneath the table and instantly appeared before the man in the black vest. He kicked the man and sent him flying. Then, he picked up the pistol on the ground.All this happened in a split second.Before Jake could even react, his subordinate was sent flying, and a pistol was pressed against his head.Upon hearing the commotion, the mercenaries returned and pointed their firearms at James.Even with a firearm pressed against his head, Jake did not panic in the slightest. Composed, he calmly asked, “Do you know where you currently are? Do you seriously think you can get out of here alive after killing me?”“Ten dollars. Deal?”James pressed the pistol against Jake’s head with a mischievous grin on his face. “It’s better for you to make your men leave. Otherwise, a single movement of my finger and your brains will be blown out.”
Chapter 124
The underground stone building in the People’s Repair Shop.A dozen or so mercenaries were kneeling on the floor.Jake Graham, the so-called Boss and King of the Underworld, was kneeling on the floor as well, shivering.To secure his current position and title, he had to get acquainted with influential men. Otherwise, he would have been long gone.However, the imposing and awe-inspiring Boss of the Underworld was now kneeling on the floor like an obedient dog.Soon, the man in the black vest returned with a handful of information. Upon seeing his boss on the floor shivering, he staggered and fell. The documents in his hands were scattered everywhere.James glanced at Henry.Henry took the hint. He walked toward the man and retrieved the documents scattered across the floor. Then, he handed it to James.James read through them conscientiously.As expected of Jake Graham and his underground intelligence network, even information that had been kept from official channels was reco
Chapter 125
Henry could not find anything about the underworld forces involved in the operation. Yet, there were names listed on the document. They never entered the Cadens’ residence. Instead, they had concealed themselves outside as a pickup to prevent things from going sideways.Among them was Black Wind Xander.James never expected Xander, who he had killed, to be one of the main culprits behind the destruction of the Cadens ten years ago.He was deep in contemplation.The information revealed that there were still others besides the known ones.Where was the Moonlit Flowers on Cliffside's Edge? Who was the mastermind?James remained silent. The stone building was eerily quiet.After some time, James took out a lighter and burned the information in his hands.Casting his gaze on Jake and his men still kneeling on the floor, he hissed with a look of indifference on his face. “Get up and speak to me.”“I-I’m scared.” Jake was trembling.“Get up!” James roared.His roar scared the King
Chapter 126
James and his party left after obtaining the information they wanted.Outside, in the car.Henry started the car engine and drove back to the city.James leaned back on the passenger seat with a thoughtful expression, making it hard to guess what was on his mind.“Henry…”Moments later, James’ voice interrupted the silent atmosphere.“Yeah? I’m listening.”“Look into Dawson and Nine Fingers. Find out who they are and gather information about their backgrounds. Send me to the hospital. I have to see Rowena again.”Henry nodded. “Alright.” “Ha!” James sighed.He would not have discovered that many more people were involved in the scheme against the Cadens ten years ago if he did not visit Jake.Right now, he regretted killing Trent. Trent was the main piece of the puzzle.He would have been able to gather more information about the real mastermind if Trent was still alive.However, under the circumstances at that time, he was enraged and could not consider too much. He ju
Chapter 127
Henry did not know where James learned his medical skills.However, he also acquired some medical skills from James.Meanwhile, James entered the hospital and went to Rowena’s ward.James had slashed Rowena’s face, and her wrist was cut off.Although her wrist was reattached, she was not discharged from the hospital yet.She had been in misery ever since she learned the identity of the ghost-masked man. The days went by slowly, and every day was spent in anxiety and unease. She was almost at the point of reaching a mental breakdown.Tap! Tap! Tap!The sound of leather shoes treaded on the hospital corridor in the dead of night.James arrived at Rowena’s ward, pushed open the door, and walked inside.“Who! Who…”Rowena was at her breaking point and had been haunted by countless nightmares for the past few days.She heard the sound and sensed someone intruding on her wardroom. She hurriedly tugged her quilt and frantically backed herself into the corner. She looked at the door
Chapter 128
Eleven o’clock at night.Thea and Yuna hung out for the whole afternoon.The former had tried every means to inquire about the identity of the ghost-masked man.However, Yuna avoided answering the question.Thea was unable to focus the whole day.Late at night.She recalled the past while lying in bed.Ten years ago, she had gone on an outing with her classmates, and they were playing near the river.Suddenly, she saw a villa being engulfed by an inferno in the distance. They immediately rushed over and heard cries for help from inside the villa.After a brief hesitation, Thea charged into the flames and rescued one person.However, the survivor jumped into the river after being pulled out of the villa.Another flashback of the past surfaced in her mind.Cansington Hotel, top floor.Trent pinned her down on the auction table and slashed her face repeatedly with a knife.Thea remembered the desperation, the helplessness, and how powerless she felt.Just when she was about
Chapter 129
James almost had a nosebleed after seeing her from the front.The dress had a V-neckline that exposed her deep cleavage. On her pale neck hung a brand new crystal necklace that fell right into her cleavage.She was entrancing, and he was captivated by her.Her long black hair was tied up.At that moment, Thea looked like a majestic white swan.“You’re gorgeous. The jewelry goes perfectly with the dress,” James could not help but praise her.“Really?” Thea’s face lit up with joy.“Of course. My wife is the most beautiful woman in the world. You’ll definitely be the center of attention if you go to Yuna’s birthday party in this dress.”Thea smiled from cheek to cheek.Then, she took out the lipstick she had purchased the previous day and gently applied it to her lips.‘Gosh!‘She’s even sexier and more mesmerizing with the lipstick.’Thea’s red lips had a strong impression.Even James was astonished in his heart.She was so charming.Afterward, Thea put on a pair of whit
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Thea was gorgeous and had a more glamorous charisma than the celebrities on television. She definitely qualified to be married into a wealthy family.How could she stay married to someone like James, who was a homemaker?Gladys had heard that those attending Yuna’s birthday party were all prominent figures.The majority of them were company bosses. With Thea’s current beauty, she was sure to capture the attention of super-wealthy men.Gladys pulled Thea aside and whispered, “Thea, the people going to the Cansington Hotel today are very rich. I heard the owner of Gourmand, Mr. Grayson, will also attend. This is your chance. Make sure to find a chance to hook up with him.” “Mom…what’re you talking about? I already have a husband. How can I do such a shameless thing?”“Him?” Gladys glanced at James standing beside them.“James, you’re not going anywhere today, so just stay home,” she said in a commanding tone.In her opinion, James would be an embarrassment to Thea if he accomp