“What? This loser signed it?”“How could he, of all people, have such power?” “How could he sign this contract when no one else could?”The Assexes couldn’t believe what they were hearing.Alex checked the time and said, “Five minutes have passed. You still have ten minutes… Also, I could sign this and you can’t because Charles Carter owes me a favor.”Emma immediately started yelling. “There’s no way! Stop trying to bluff your way out of this! Who do you think you are anyway? You’re a shame to the Rockefellers. Your parents betrayed our country, so you’re no better than a street rat. If you haven’t been sucking up to Dorothy, your mom would’ve died ages ago! And you would have starved to death too. So, who do you think you are, huh? As if Charles Carter could ever owe you a favor. You’re overestimating your worth…” With a cold gaze, Alex lunged towards Emma and grabbed her by the hair. He then smashed her head onto the table.Emma’s front teeth were knocked out and her nose s
The old lady huffed. “You idiot. Don’t worry, I know what I’m doing.”Benny explained. “The CEO of Waylon Realty, Mr. Carter actually lent a hand to Alex just to help Dorothy get the branch from City South. This means that they are quite close. If it was Dorothy who signed it, she might’ve just used her body to persuade him. But if Alex did it, then it could have been for a different reason. It could be that William Rockefeller had worked with Charles Carter when he was still alive. If we use their relationship, the Assex family would be better able to work with Waylon Realty.”Meanwhile, Dorothy had just gotten into their car. “Grandma’s sudden change in attitude was most likely due to your relationship with Mr. Carter. They’ll want to work with Mr. Carter through you as a way to improve their partnership.Alex huffed. “She can dream on. Now that you have full control over the branch in City South, you’ll be able to expand this business to its full potential… I know it’s best to no
Alex’s eyes suddenly emitted a murderous glare. He pulled Dorothy behind him, shielding her from the men.“Be careful!” Dorothy was nervous and worried. She had no idea that Alex was no longer as weak as before. These security guards were nowhere nearly as powerful as he was.In just a bat of an eye, the guards were kicked in the guts. They fell to the ground harshly and weren't able to get back up at all.“All three of you are fired!” Alex said as he walked into the company with Dorothy in hand.Many of the employees who were sitting near the windows witnessed this incident. They were shocked and their mouths were agape. News quickly spread throughout the whole company:“Oh my god look! Ms. Assex is back! She even brought a guy along with her and he just beat up the security guards!”“Wait, which Assex?”“These are the photos, it’s our previous general manager, Dorothy Assex.”“What? Did she bring someone along to get her position back? I would too, to be honest.”“Why would
Shermaine sobbed uncontrollably. However, Dorothy didn’t even want to look at her. “Inform all the higher-ups that we’re going to have a meeting in the first meeting room.”The news caused an uproar within the company. Numerous employees cheered loudly as well. Everyone didn’t dare go against Emma back then because they didn’t want any trouble. However, despite their cowardice, they still sided with Dorothy in spirit.Alex, on the other hand, didn’t have anything to do at the time.He looked at Shermaine who was extremely upset and still sobbing uncontrollably. Alex shook his head lightly and walked off.Just then, a luxurious car arrived in front of the company. A man and a woman got out of the car.The man was in a smart suit looking dashing, and the woman was Beatrice Assex.Why were they here?To propose.The security guards at the entrance of the building received the news of Dorothy regaining her position in the company. Hence, as Dorothy’s sister, Beatrice could enter th
The woman was Maya Howards, Alex’s university senior. She was a year older than him and one of the most popular girls in her year as well. She had both brains and brawns, literally a jewel at school.She was the student council president in her third year until she graduated; successfully organized multiple major school events; a social butterfly; and had a strong spirit. She was praised by everyone at school as a truly amazing woman.After university, Alex had asked her to help Dorothy build up this company, the branch in City South. And she did, building it to what it was now. Maya was Dorothy’s best assistant.However, Maya wasn’t at the company often. She would usually be leading a team to organize events in other areas. Alex had not expected to bump into her today.“Alex, what happened between you and Dorothy?“Is your relationship really in shambles? Why would your wife’s sister be helping your rival to propose to your wife?”Alex looked cold. “She has a death wish.”Maya
Beatrice was overwhelmed. “Thanks Felix!”Felix was staring at the tall building, smiling proudly.However, little did he know that his father was already rushing towards them, despite having a cast on one of his legs. In the driver’s seat was his bodyguard, Jay Sanders.Jay was around his thirties and is quite skilled in fighting as he used to be the first runner-up in the national kickboxing competition. He was extremely confused as to why Edgar felt the need to rush to apologize to someone even with his leg broken. He asked, “Mr. Shepherd, you’re badly injured. Even if you did want to apologize, couldn’t you have waited until your wound healed? Your health is important.”Edgar was panicking. “What would you know? That bastard Felix is trying to dig our graves! He’s proposing to the wife of Lord Rockefeller. Now that Lord Lex Gunther wants me there, how could I not rush?”Upon hearing this, Jay fell speechless and sped up the car.At the same time, Alex and Maya had reached the
Why would Edgar drop to his knees in public, throwing his dignity out like this?It was because he was terrified.He knew what Lord Lex Gunther was capable of doing.After all, Lord Lex Gunther’s status and power were much higher than that of Pegasus International. Now that his goddaughter was being harassed, Edgar was definitely dead meat.Moreover, his family had been broken up and all his successful companies had been ruined, taken over by others.Edgar was worried that he could be next.After kneeling down, he slapped himself hard numerous times and didn’t even look at his son.He didn’t even go easy on himself as his face was swollen from merely eight slaps. Everyone in the company was shocked, including Maya.‘What is happening?’ Those with sharp eyes noticed that Edgar’s ride was a Bentley worth 500 thousand dollars. They couldn’t help but gawk at it.Beatrice was stunned as well. However, she snapped herself back to reality and glared at Alex. “Hey, you loser, stop i
“I remember now. This middle-aged guy is the CEO of Pegasus International, Edgar Shepherd. The one proposing is Felix Shepherd who’s been harassing Lady Dorothy for quite a while. Well, isn’t this great? Felix’s father is groveling before Alex.”“How could Alex have the CEO of Pegasus International kneel for him?”This was a mystery everyone was itching to unravel.Edgar immediately ordered Jay to hand him the check they had prepared earlier. Edgar handed it to Alex with the utmost respect and said, “Master Alex, this is twenty million dollars. Please accept it! It’s just a little gift. I won’t get up until you accept this!”Maya was shocked once again, watching Alex puzzledly.Alex stared at the check emotionlessly.Suddenly, Alex’s phone started ringing. It was a call from Lex Gunther.Alex took a glance in Edgar’s direction and picked up the phone calmly. “Hey, Lord Lex!”Upon hearing the name, cold sweat trickled down Edgar’s forehead. He raised the check higher, his face f