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Bane let out a chilling laugh. “I’ve already started preparing for
Mr. Rhodes. You won’t have to wat longer.”
Michael’s smirk grew even darker. “And after Kingsley, I have one more job for you-take care of Tiana for me.”
Bane’s expression shifted immediately, his confidence faltering. “That….. is impossible. Tiana isn’t just strong-
she’s stronger than me. If you want me to go after her, you might as well be sending the to my grave.”
Michael sneered. “Fortune favors the bold, Bane. Haven’t you always wanted to take over the Aickers and replace Cedric? My father has already agreed. In fact, he’s even willing to pull some strings for you-help you get in with the Golding family. So, are you in or out? Think carefully.”
Bane’s expression shifted, torn between hesitation and ambition.
After a long pause, he let out a sinister chuckle. “You’ve got guts, I’ll give you that. Ruthless-just the way it should be. Fine. Once I take care of Kingsley, I’ll roll the dice with you and go after Tiana. But you and your father better keep your word. I don’t work for free.”
Michael’s eyes darkened. “In Jayrodale, Lauren is fighting me for Rhodes Corporation. In Blumedale, Jameson is fighting my father for the Rhodes family throne. Those two should’ve been dealt with long ago, but my father and I have been waiting for the perfect opportunity.
“Tiana has always been the one standing in our way. She’s the only person my father actually fears. But if you can take her out? Then Lauren and Jameson won’t even be a threat anymore.”
“I can’t believe Michael and his father are actually making a comeback,” Francesca fumed as they returned to Moonlit Apothecary. “They committed crimes in broad daylight, and they still walked free. Do bad people really get to run wild forever in this world?”
Cedric let out a weary sigh. “You’re still young, Francesca. You’ll see a lot more of this in your lifetime.”
He continued, “There’s no such thing as good and evil-only the strong preying on the weak. With the Golding family backing them, Jameson really doesn’t stand a chance against Kenny. No matter how rotten Michael is, he’s got the kind of protection that makes him untouchable.”
Kingsley had brought Lauren back to Moonlit Apothecary to recover since he did not feel safe leaving her alone at Rhodes Corporation. The chaos surrounding the company had not settled; it had only escalated.
With the Wellers and Snees fanning the flames in the background, Rhodes Corporation’s Pharmaceutical Division had become a disgrace, its reputation sinking to rock bottom. The damage was not just limited to one department either- every branch of the company was now suffering.
Revenue was plummeting by the day, and deals were falling apart left and right. Dozens of businesses had already cut ties, and lawsuits and contract breaches were piling up.
Kingsley came downstairs and found Cedric and Francesca. He gave them a few quick instructions. “Mr Aicker, from now on, you can pick up Vitality Pills and Titan Essence Pills directly from Glorious
Pharmaceuticals-no need to check in with me.
“For now, Lauren will be staying at Moonlit Apothecary to rest. I need you both to keep an eye on her. As AST for finding brand ambassadors for the two signature pills, Mr. Aicker, I’ll leave the initial arrangements to you Once I have time, we’ll go together to finalize things,
Cedric nodded. “Dr. Baldwin, don’t worry. Anything I can handle on my own, I will. You won’t need to check in. As for Ms. Rhodes, rest ve assured-I’ll make sure she’s well taken care of.”
Francesca clenched her fists. “Kingsley, no matter what, we have to help Lauren take back the CEO position. If we don’t, all of this will just be handed over to that bastard Michael!”
She added, “And with Mrs. Rhodes turning her back on Lauren, if she loses this fight, she’ll be left with nothing.”
Kingsley’s gaze turned ice-cold. “Don’t worry. Everything that rightfully belongs to Lauren-I won’t let anyone
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A storm was brewing In Jayrodale. For Lauren’s sake, Kingsley knew he could no longer stay confined to this city he had to extend his reach into Blumedale.
Leaving Moonlit Apothecary, he sent a message to Dylan and Natasha, instructing them to meet him in West Side. He needed to strengthen their abilities if they were going to handle the changes ahead.
On the drive, his phone rang-Donald was calling.
“Mr. Baldwin, I hate to say this, but I failed. I couldn’t bring Michael to justice.”
There was frustration in Donald’s voice, thick with unwillingness to accept defeat.
Kingsley remained calm. “No need to be discouraged, Mr. Warren. Tell me exactly what happened.”
Donald’s tone hardened with anger. “The order came directly from Mr. Thatcher. He commanded Michael’s unconditional release. I was furious and demanded to know why, but all Mr. Thatcher said was that Michael had people backing him from above.
“I’ve dealt with plenty of criminals trying to pull strings before, but in the end, justice always caught up with them. Yet somehow, Michael walked free like nothing happened. Word is, his father, Kenny, reached out to someone powerful in Blumedale-a high-ranking figure who made a single call to the state office.
“You know how it works, Mr. Baldwin. When an order comes from the state, I have no choice but to obey. Even Mr. Thatcher had to comply without question.’
Kingsley’s eyes darkened. “Kenny called in a favor from the Golding family. That ‘high-ranking figure’ you’re talking about is likely one of their top leaders-maybe even the head of the family himself.”
Donald sucked in a sharp breath. “What? Michael and his father actually managed to form ties with the Goldings? No wonder! That explains everything!” Kingsley asked, “Mr. Warren, how much do you know about the Golding family?”
Donald hesitated before replying, “I wouldn’t say I know them well, but their name carries weight across all of Gabo Creek. I went to college in Blumedale, and even back then, the Golding family was an unstoppable force.
“They’re one of the ‘The Five Apex Families’ of Gabo Creek, and their influence runs deeper than most people can comprehend.”
Kingsley raised a brow. “The Five Apex Families? Tell me about them.”
Donald took a breath before answering. “Gabo Creek is one of the strongest regions in the southern provinces. Nationally, people talk about ‘The Three Titans and Five Apex’-eight of the most powerful families in the country.”
“The Three Titans refers to the three ruling families in the capital-untouchable forces that no one dares to challenge. The Five Apex are the Wrights, the
Ramseys, the Goldings, the Ulrichs, and the Haywoods.”
Kingsley smirked. “So tell me, if I mobilized all of Jayrodale’s underground forces, could we take down the Golding family?”
Donald nearly choked, his voice filled with panic. “Mr. Baldwin-please don’t joke like that! My heart can’t take it!
“The Golding family has its own private security force, and their members are trained from childhood by top-tier masters. Sure,
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Jayrodale’s underground groups have the advantage in numbers, but when it comes to high-level combat power, we won’t stand a chance!”
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Kingsley hummed thoughtfully. “I see.”
Donald quickly added, “Wait – Mr. Baldwin, you’re not seriou ly thinking about making a move against the Goldings, are you?”
Kingsley dodged the question. “That’s not your concern. But let me ask you-what about the Driscoll family? Where do they stand in Blumedale’s hierarchy?”
Donald hesitated before answering, his voice even more cautious. “That’s… even scarier than the Goldings. One of the Three Titans in the capital is actually from the Driscoll family.
“Anyone from their bloodline walks through Gabo Creek like they own the place. Hell, not just Gabo Creek- throughout the entire southern region, they’re a force no one dares tocross.”
Kingsley chuckled. “Why do you sound so scared? You talk like you’ve personally suffered under the Driscolls before.”
Donald let out a bitter sigh. “To be honest… have. When I was in college some rich punk from the Driscoll family bullied me. Cornered me in the bathroom and tried to make me drink piss.”
Kingsley’s expression darkened. His voice turned cold. “Tell me you didn’t bow your head. Tell me you fought back and shoved that Driscoll brat’s face into the damn toilet instead.”
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Donald sighed In shame. “No, I didn’t do anything. I chose to bow my head.”
Kingsley was speechless. “So, in the end, you actually drank t?”
There was silence on the other end of the line. After a long ause, Donald muttered, “Mr. Baldwin, goodbye.”
Kingsley had not expected Donald to have such a liumiliating past. With a cold chuckle, he said, “Wait a minute. You still remember the name of that Driscoll brat who bulled you, don’t you?”
Donald gritted his teeth. “Of course, I do. How could I forge? Even now, after climbing my way up to chief commissioner of Jayrodale’s police force, I still hate that bastard. But at the same time, I can’t shake the fear I felt back then.”
He continued, “His name is Rafael Driscoll. He was just a spoiled rich kid back then, but now, he’s grown into one of the Driscoll family’s enforcers.”
Kingsley nodded calmly. “Got it. If the opportunity comes, I make sure you get justice.”
Donald let out an awkward laugh, not taking Kingsley’s words seriously. At this point in his life, he had authority and success. However, when
Came to dealing with the elite families from the capital, he knew his place he avoided them at all costs.
Kingsley’s offer to help him settle that old grudge? Donald figured he was just saying that to make him feel better. There was no way it would ever happen.
By the time Kingsley arrived at the West End headquarters, Dylan and Natasha were already waiting for him. “Darling, I heard about what happened to Rhodes Corporation. Is Ms. Rhodes alright?” Natasha asked hesitantly.
Even though Lauren was Kingsley’s woman, and it left a sour taste in Natasha’s heart, she was not foolish. She understood her place. No matter what happened, Lauren would always come first.
So Natasha made sure to keep her attitude in check-there was no room for reckless jealousy.
Kingsley reassured her. “She’s fine. The one in trouble is Rhodes Corporation, but that has nothing to do with me.”
Dylan’s voice was serious. “Mr. Baldwin, I went to check out the Wellers’ warehouse fire. I have a feeling that Michael got set up by Harvey.”
Kingsley raised a brow. “Oh? Tell me more.”
Dylan explained, “That warehouse? There was nothing valuable inside. Definitely nothing close to the billions of dollars worth of goods that the Wellers claimed.
“My informant was the security guard at the entrance. He saw Michael set the fire with his own eyes. But the moment the flames started, Harvey showed up, and instead of panicking, he actually started laughing and clapping.”
He continued, “Thinking back on it, it’s obvious-Harvey set Michael up. He knew Michael was coming to burn the place down and let him walk right into the trap.”
Kingsley was surprised. He knew Harvey was a snake, but this was next-level manipulation-Michael had no idea he had played right into Harvey’s hands.
Natasha scoffed. “Serves him right. Michael and Harvey are both garbage. One’s a sleazebag who sleeps with his
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stepmother, and the other’s a useless brat who thinks he’s untouchable. Let them tear each other apart-It’s what they deserve
Kingsley waved his hand. “Enough about them. Did you get verything I asked for? The herbs and the other materials?
Dylan and Natasha responded in unison. “Everything is ready!”
Kingsley nodded. “Good. This time, I’m not just training the two of you-I’m going to enhance the strength of everyone under your command as well. How much improve will depend on your lo talent and dedication.”
Dylan and Natasha both took deep, heavy breaths.
In the underground world, money and power were important, but there was nothing more valuable than.raw strength. After all, at the end of the day, the one with the strongest fists made the rules.
For martial artists, strength and skill could be enhanced directly through specialized herbal tonics or even more potent alchemical pills. Nonetheless, whether it was a tone or a pill, these were luxuries that most people could not afford.
Hence, it was often said such a journey was only available to the rich. If one wanted to master martial arts, they needed lots of money.
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