“Jared, congratulations, congratulations!” At the sight of Jared emerging with Astrid, Verner greeted him with a smile. “Thank you, thank you.” Jared was visibly awkward as he stared at Verner since he hadn’t a clue who the latter was.

“He is Verner of the Gingerich family,” Astrid explained. Realizing who it was, Jared quickly replied, “Welcome, Verner. Your reputation precedes you.”

“Haha, Jared, you flatter me. You’re the one whose fame extends throughout the martial arts world now.”

After letting out a cordial chuckle, he pointed to the group behind him and said, “Jared, let me introduce you. This is Marcelo from the Garcia family from the southwest. This is Royler of the Gracie family from the northeast, and this is Jose of the Danaher family from the east. All of us admire you greatly and have traveled all this way to pay our respects.”

As Verner introduced the others, Jared greeted them cordially one by one. However, their response was lukewarm. They acknowledged his greeting with only a slight nod before entering the building.

subordinates to entertain them, he

intend to make a name for

me. As

always are. Don’t worry. The Gunderson family will always have your back. We’re one family, after

out a helpless grin. It was then that the voice outside shouted, “Cecilia

of the name caused Jared to jerk because Cecelia’s arrival was unexpected. Sensing Jared’s awkward reaction, Astrid teased, “Has your gallivanting days finally

glare before hurrying out to welcome his

by the sight of Cecilia wearing a white full-length dress. Exuding an air of feminine exuberance, she sauntered in with Millie and a group of Crimson Palace attendants behind

beauty drew the attention of many guests who, in turn, trained their

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