Being recognized as the most powerful individual in the world was meaningless. However, since antiquity, countless risked their lives for this vanity title. Xavi wanted to become the best in the world. He wanted to stand at the very top and look down on others. However, there were too many powerful martial artists out there. Hence, he could only keep a low profile and bide his time for now. Meanwhile, after receiving Xavi’s orders, Yasmine swiftly went about making the necessary arrangements. She immediately contacted Maxine and told her that the Lees intended to sell all of their businesses in the outside world. “What?! You’re dumping everything?” Upon hearing this, Maxine was stunned. The Lee family was one of the Ancient Four. Over the past century, they had accumulated a great fortune through their lucrative businesses. Besides, the backbone of Sol’s economy was in the hands of Orient Commerce, which was dominated by the Lees. “Mhm.” Yasmine nodded and said, “A storm is
“James…” Upon seeing James, Delilah greeted him sweetly and asked, “What would you like to drink? Coffee or tea?” “A glass of water, please.” James took a seat. Maxine simply cut to the chase and said, “Just a moment ago, Yasmine Lee, family head of the Lees, came looking for me. She told me that the Lee family intends to sell all of their businesses to the Cadens. Also, they plan to leave the Capital and find a secluded spot to live off the remainder of their lives.” James asked puzzledly, “What? They’re going into seclusion at such a time?” Maxine said, “I think they’re afraid of getting involved in the power struggle. They’re a big family with hundreds of members, after all. If they chose the wrong side, the consequences would be disastrous. They might even be annihilated. That’s why they plan to leave the Capital.” James asked, “What kind of businesses do the Lees have?” Maxine said, “Though I don’t know the specifics, I heard that the Lees have a commercial bank an
“That’s them, alright,” Maxine nodded and said. “That’s great!” Quincy was exhilarated. As she had been interacting with many influential figures in the Capital, she knew about Orient Commerce and the authority it wielded. The backbone of the Solean economy was in the hands of Orient Commerce, which the Lee family dominated.“James, you have to take over the Lees’ businesses no matter the cost!”Quincy said excitedly, “Now that the Chamber of Commerce has been established, the Dawn family of the north and many other businesses have joined us. However, as the founder, we have to demonstrate strength. If we can take over the Lees’ businesses, our reputation and prestige will spread far and wide.”Quincy began weighing the pros and cons.James knew little about this. He was in deep contemplation over how to successfully take over the Lees’ businesses.Soon, they arrived.A twenty-year-old-looking woman answered the door. As she was in the comfort of her own home, she was dressed
James nodded slightly. Yasmine did not linger for long and hurriedly headed to the underground basement in the courtyard to look for Xavi. “Grand Patriarch.” Upon arriving at the underground basement, she lowered her head. “Is something else the matter?” Xavi asked coldly. Yasmine said, “Here’s how it is, Grand Patriarch. You ordered me to sell the family’s businesses, but I believed that money was worthless to us. So, I contacted James and informed him of my wish to sell the businesses to him. Here’s what I think—we can give him our family’s lucrative businesses in exchange for the secret of the four paintings left behind by the Prince of Orchid Mountain.” Upon hearing this, Xavi’s face lit up. The four paintings left behind by the Prince of Orchid Mountain… They were passed down a millennium ago. Rumors say that they concealed the secret to immortality. However, the Lee family’s painting was stolen by none other than Thomas. Xavi would have made his way to the Caden
James weighed his options. He believed that telling Xavi the secret of the Moonlit Flowers on Cliffside’s Edge and the martial arts recorded within in exchange for the Lee family’s fortune was a great deal. He was unconcerned that Xavi would cultivate the martial arts recorded within the Moonlit Flowers on Cliffside’s Edge since they demanded great True Energy. Besides, it required a man and a woman and both True Yin and Yang Energy to cultivate. Xavi smiled bitterly and said, “James, do you have any idea how much fortune the Lee family has amassed over the past century? I’m only demanding you to return what’s mine and to tell me the secret of the Four Ancient Paintings. Surely this isn’t too demanding?” “Not at all…” James continued, “But since I don’t have the painting with me, there’s nothing I can do.” Hearing this, Xavi fell silent. The atmosphere became tense. James remained silent as well and waited for Xavi to speak his mind. After a while, Xavi said, “How about t
James said, “I need to trade the secret of the Four Ancient Paintings in exchange for the Lee family’s wealth.” “Leave everything to me. I will head over to the Lees’ residence with the Four Ancient Paintings and bargain with Xavi. You simply have to take over their fortunes.” After saying that, Thomas stood up and left. “Grandpa, wait!” James shouted. However, Thomas was gone without a trace. James sighed. “By the way…” Quincy asked, “Can we get Xiomara over to our side?” “Huh?” James looked at Quincy. Quincy said, “I desperately need a few assistants. Xiomara is competent. My workload will be much more manageable if she stays. Besides, she knows more about the situation in the Capital than me, so I believe that she’s more suitable than I am to deal with this.” Upon hearing this, James looked at Maxine and said, “Give Yasmine a call and explain the situation to her.” “Got it.” Maxine pulled her phone out and called Yasmine. “Yasmine, everything’s resolved on ou
Thea, who was by James’ side, suppressed a snicker. How could the Mount Thunder Sect possibly have such intelligence-gathering skills? The Celestial Sect was the one who discovered this. Since she was at a loss over how to deliver this information to James, she simply revealed it to the Mount Thunder Sect, which would then convey the message to James. “Mhm, I’ll contact Father immediately.” Delainey immediately called Jackson. She told him that James was prepared to make a move. She also informed him that James wanted the Mount Thunder Sect to contact the various families and sects of the ancient martial world in secret and gather in Malgudi. After hearing this, Jackson immediately made the necessary arrangements. “James, Father said that he will make the necessary arrangements at once. All ancient martial artists of Sol would be assembled in three days. However, we can’t leave the Celestial Sect out. Aren’t you acquainted with White Eagle of the Celestial Sect? I think you s
James was thankful. After persuading Bennett, he gave Callan a call. Ever since they parted ways in Durandal, James had not seen Callan again. He had no idea if he was still in the Capital at the moment. Soon, the call went through. “What’s wrong, James? Why are you calling at this hour? Did something happen?” “Where are you, Callan?” Callan said, “I’m at the Divine Sword Villa at the moment.” “What are you doing there?” “Trying to repair Excalibur, of course. Only the Divine Sword Villa is capable of repairing the sword in the whole wide world. The owner of the place only agreed to repair Excalibur after I defeated him in a duel. However, I’m afraid it would take quite some time for the repairs. It won’t be finished for a couple of years.” “You see, I plan to make a move against the Gu Sect…” James narrated the chain of events that unfolded to Callan. Upon hearing this, the other end of the phone fell silent. After some time, Callan said, “Don’t act recklessly fo