No.1 Supreme Warrior by Moneto

Chapter 51
Selena frowned as she walked forward to question.

“Yeah, is this a major event, father? You’ve prepared so much champagne too!” Andrew also had on a puzzled look. He truly could not understand why such a grand celebration was being held at noon!

“There is indeed something worth celebrating for. Ivan is going to sign a huge business deal and it happens to be a huge one. Ivan mentioned that its net profit would be 300 million dollars! This amount is close to the profits we make in a year!” The old master smiled and said bluntly.

“Yes indeed, our Ivan has finally done us proud for once. He’s been able to finalize such a major business deal!” Theodore nodded before raising his head slightly. He seemed slightly proud.

“I’m not sure which family he made the deal with though?” Selena frowned and felt that this was quite unexpected as this unserious man was somehow able to do something so baffling?

“With the Wilson’s. He’s already on his way to sign it. We’ve already come to an agreement through the phone last night so I’m guessing he should be on his way back right now!” The old master looked at the time.

“Selena, the truth is that you’re quite remarkable back then. It’s too bad, if it wasn’t for…” A relative from the Taylor’s shot a glance at jackie, hinting at something.

“Uncle, I know. I chose this path and won’t ever regret it!” Selena smiled, looking somewhat melancholic.

It was just at this moment that the door opened once again and Ivan appeared in front of everyone.

“Ivan’s back, everyone clap!” Theodore cheered out immediately.

In that instant, everyone began clapping and the entire room instantly became lively!

“Ivan, you’ve arrived at such an opportune moment, everyone’s gathered here just for you!”

“Yes indeed, Young Master Ivan. Hurry up and announce the fruits of your labor, even the champagne is all ready!”

Several relatives immediately came forward to butter Ivan up.

jackie and Selena exchanged looks with each other. They could tell the purpose of the gathering today was to witness Ivan’s amazing results and to simply show off his outstanding abilities!

Ivan had a bitter look as he spoke in a depressed tone, “The contract was a bust. Something came up and Young Master Wilson immediately tore it apart!”

“What!”

Everyone gasped when they heard that statement! They were all ready for a celebration that even a banquet was fully prepared. However, Ivan had actually told them the entire ordeal was for nothing. Before Ivan went out, he was extremely confident and it seemed as if he was 100% certain the deal would follow through.

“What happened?” The old master’s expression dimmed as he slowly approached Ivan and questioned him.

At that moment, Ivan found himself tongue-tied. He actually had no idea how to respond. He could not possibly expose the horrific deed he and Micheal did last night, right? If he did, it was possible that the old master would have thought of murdering him.

“Well, this is quite difficult to say… The thing is, Micheal was in a bad mood and mentioned that his family had some incident last night, so he would not be signing the agreement anymore. I too, had no choice! I was also kicked out of there!” Ivan decided to scold him. “I didn’t expect Micheal to be so dishonorable as well! How could he change his mind when it was already agreed upon!”

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“How can Micheal act like that? So he just changed his mind today without reason after coming into an agreement yesterday!”

“Yes, how despicable indeed. He actually had the audacity to toy with such a major deal?”

Everyone from the Taylor family was extremely furious and started putting all the blame on Micheal. Upon noticing that no one was pointing fingers at him, Ivan felt relieved in his heart. jackie, who was standing on the side, frowned. He somehow felt this whole ordeal was not as simple.

It was not easy for Fiona to obtain such an opportunity, so it was only natural for her to take it. She immediately said, “Sigh, Young Master Ivan, our family has been waiting on your good news, you know. Here we thought you’d be able to bring in a business deal worth 300 million dollars to the Taylor family. We didn’t expect for it to all turn into nothing!”

The moment she made that statement, Ivan’s face looked incredibly cold and bitter. He had originally gotten Fiona and everyone here to brag about his amazing achievements, not expecting it to backfire on him.

However, he took a look at jackie at the side. He scoffed and said, “This is an oversight on my part because I never expected someone of such high status like Young Master Wilson to go back on his word!”

Ivan paused as he made that statement. He then pondered for a moment before continuing, “However, I’m stronger than others since I believe someone still doesn’t have a job ever since his return, right!? The truth is, it is people like these that have the hardest time finding a job!”

Cecelia immediately interjected and said, “Oh yeah, after veterans are discharged, they seem to have a very difficult time finding jobs that are suitable for them. So, could he be working his old job and delivering take out?”

Upon hearing that, plenty of the Taylors started laughing. In their eyes, delivering take out was viewed as a very low and disgraceful job.

“That’s right, I know plenty of veterans that can’t get a job after being discharged and end up working as bodyguards or security guards. Why don’t we do it this way? Come be a security guard in our company and I’ll pay you a monthly wage of 4000 dollars!”

After Ivan gave it some thought, he started chuckling and being condescending.

“4000 a month, that’s not bad!” The moment Fiona heard that, she told jackie, “Why don’t you think about it, jackie? You’re a big man and can’t possibly just stew at home and not do anything, right?”

“Forget about it. First of all, I am not in need of that kind of meager cash. Also, I don’t wish to be ordered around by certain people.” However, jackie seemed to have refused the offer immediately. When he witnessed the scene of Ivan bullying his own daughter upon his return yesterday, he would never work for Ivan.

If it was not for Ivan being part of the Taylors, and therefore Selena’s relative, jackie would have murdered him already.

All he wanted to do now was spend time with his wife and daughter and live a peaceful life.

“In no need of money?” Ivan laughed the moment he heard that. Even Fiona’s expression instantly turned bitter.

“You’re not in need of money? How comical. Don’t forget our agreement, don’t blame us when you’re unable to fork out that 30 million dollars when the time comes!”

Ivan chuckled before he started laughing at jackie. He said, “You don’t actually seem to be short on cash. You’re in no need of meager cash, right? What you lack is 30 million dollars so I’m actually interested to see how you’re going to make that money. If you can’t fork it out when the time comes, it’ll prove that aside from your ability to lie, you’re nothing!”

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“There’s no need for you to care about my affairs. 4000 a month, that’s literally an insult to me!” jackie let out a subtle smile. The truth was that when he was about to get discharged, it was uncertain just how many people had secretly contacted him and offered him an astronomical amount of money. However, he had turned them all down.

As such, it was impossible for Ivan’s offer of four thousand dollars to do his bidding to work as the amount was merely an insult to him.

“Yes, yes, yes. You’re the boss, you’ve contributed something major for the country so they must have offered you a huge sum of money, right? From the looks of things, we’re blind to worry about you!” Ivan spoke in a sinister tone.

jackie ignored him and instead, shifted his focus on the champagne on the table. He then said, “Old Master Taylor, are we not celebrating anymore? If we don’t eat now, the food’s going to get cold!”

The corner of Old Master Taylor’s mouth twitched violently as jackie did not hold any restraint as he spoke. He was saying things that he should not just to intentionally embarrass them even though today was planned as a celebration.

“I think you haven’t seen food this delicious in a really long time now. You should be drooling now even looking at it, right?” Cecelia immediately rolled her eyes at jackie before coldly making that statement.

“Let’s eat since the food’s already served. Just pretend this is a normal gathering now!” Old Master Taylor helplessly waved his hand. He then took a look at Ivan and said, “Ivan, remember that next time before any agreements are signed, ignore all verbal agreements made. There is always a possibility that the other party will back out of it at any time. Do you understand? Therefore, don’t speak so confidently next time!”

Ivan’s expression turned bitter, however, he was only able to roll with the punches and smile awkwardly. He said, “I understand, grandpa. Please, join us too!”

Finally, everyone sat down and began eating. Xena seemed to be eating cautiously. She originally thought that since her own appearance was not bad, the Taylor family might be happier that she tagged along. She had not expected that she would instead be looked down and unacknowledged.

“Young Master Ivan, that jackie fellow was acting quite rashly earlier. Why don’t we think of a way to humiliate him?” While they ate, a middle-aged man from the Taylor family sat next to Ivan and spoke up.

“Really now? Do you have a plan?” After Ivan heard it, he was instantly interested.

“Young Master Ivan, don’t we have quite a few alcoholics here? Why don’t we get him drunk and he’ll humiliate himself then, right? It would be much better if he’s picking fights irrationally while drunk!” The man chuckled as he said that.

“Alright!” Ivan was instantly delighted. He had always gone out for drinks and his alcohol tolerance was pretty good. Moreover, if some members of the Taylor family could listen to him and drink with jackie, it would be a miracle for him to not become drunk under his command!

After a brief moment, that middle-aged man approached jackie and said with a smile, “You’re jackie, right? Honestly, when you married Selena back then, I didn’t get a chance to drink with you as your elder. So, let’s raise a toast to you being a war hero as it’s completely unrelated to whether you’re part of the Taylor family or not!”

Since he mentioned he was an elder, jackie could not refuse him. All he could do was stand up and pour himself a drink before saying, “You’re too kind. We’re all citizens of Daxia and it’s our duty to defend our land! As a form of respect, I’ll drink to you first!”

The man was delighted when he noticed jackie chug the glass of alcohol down so casually. After that, he finished his drink then said, “Oh, how I can’t see the joy of being a soldier. Your alcohol tolerance is not bad. Come on now, let’s drink one more. This one, we’ll think of it as a blessing to you and Selena. Naturally, I hope that you can fork out 30 million dollars on Old Master Taylor’s seventieth birthday in order to prove that you’re worthy of our Selena!”

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The first toast was to respect jackie’s contribution in defending the country. The second was a blessing to jackie and Selena. These reasons made jackie unable to refuse the drinks. Not to mention, the person was an elderly. If jackie refused his offer, he would obviously seem unreasonable. Hence, all jackie could do was smile and accept every toast given to him as they drank.

The only thing was, jackie had not expected that even after three consecutive toasts, the man in front of him would not leave as another man came over with more alcohol. jackie could not help but frown as he was starting to find the entire ordeal weird. These people usually looked down on him and now they were all trying to drink with him? Hence, it seemed peculiar and it was obvious that they were trying to get him drunk. However, as much as they tried to scheme against him, he never took it to heart.

The five years he spent in harrowing, war-torn conditions made his body extremely fit. Adding on to that fact that he had a pretty peculiar encounter, it would be impossible for these people to actually get him drunk.

After that, more people continuously came by. jackie smiled at them politely, then made small talk with them before chugging down all of the alcohol in his glass. He looked very impressive. After drinking seven to eight glasses of red wine, Selena who was watching from the side started to panic slightly. After jackie got seated once again, she instinctively tugged jackie’s shirt gently.

“Don’t you know how to refuse? It’s fine to drink a little less. You drank so much so fast. What will you do if you get drunk?” Selena lowered her voice and reminded him in a soft tone.

jackie’s heart felt warm after hearing her statement. He never expected that Selena would actually care for him so much. Besides, such a wife would be very difficult to find. In order to save his pride, she intentionally spoke in a softer tone so no one else could hear.

“Don’t worry, my alcohol tolerance isn’t that bad. Besides, you can take a look and see that basically everyone that came over are elders. Their excuses would make even you unable to refuse. It’s actually quite kind of them to not string you along and ask you to drink with them!” jackie also lowered his voice and replied in a soft tone, placing his hand over his mouth.

“This happens to be red wine. Although it tastes good, the rush later can be quite overwhelming. It’s easy to get drunk so be careful!”

Selena also realized the excuses they had given jackie earlier were truly difficult to refuse. If he deliberately refused any of them, those elders would say that jackie looked down on them and it would be quite a complicated ordeal to manage after that. The only thing was, how could she not worry with the way jackie was drinking?

Ivan had a wide smile as he walked over with a glass of alcohol in his hand at that moment.

After jackie looked at him, he frowned and said, “Young Master Ivan, you wouldn’t also want to drink with me now, would you? I happened to be the one that broke your arm though!”

The edge of Ivan’s mouth twitched violently when he heard that statement.

However, he controlled his emotions and said with a smile, “That was all a misunderstanding. I was actually playing with Kylie back then. I didn’t expect you to misunderstand!”

After he finished saying that, he added, “No matter what, Selena is still my cousin and you should call me cousin as well. Although I feel like you’re not capable of anything, but it’s not easy to survive through the fields of battle and return. With that, allow me to raise you a toast!”

After saying that, Ivan immediately chugged his glass dry. He then said, “ jackie, you wouldn’t deny me that honor now, would you?”

“How kind. Young Master Ivan giving me a toast would, without a doubt, be my honor. Don’t mind if I do!” jackie chuckled as he immediately chugged the alcohol in his glass down.

“Hah Great! Now we’re talking! I love making connections with people. What do you say we drink three shots?”

One of Ivan’s hands was still in a cast, but he still took a bottle of red wine and poured it into two of the empty glasses.

“This isn’t such a good idea now, your injuries haven’t fully recovered yet. Young Master Ivan, it’s best for you to not drink that much!” jackie pretended to be tipsy as he gently shook his head and advised him.

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Upon noticing that jackie had finally started to refuse a drink and was even shaking his head, Ivan felt delighted in his heart. Judging from the look of things, it seemed jackie might be reaching his limit. He immediately said, “It’s fine, it’s fine. Come on now, today is a happy day and we should all drink three shots!”

“Fine then!” jackie pretended as if he was in a tough spot but still drank all of the alcohol slowly.

At this moment, jackie had already drank more than ten glasses in a row as even the few elders and Ivan were feeling slightly tipsy. However, they all thought that jackie should be close to getting drunk by now.

“Come on guys, we haven’t had a drink together in a very long time now, let’s all drink!” Ivan raised his glass and spoke to everyone present.

He scoffed in his heart that under a situation where everyone was drinking, jackie would have no way to refuse and would be forced to drink.

“Alright, let’s all drink. Let’s drink for our Taylor Group’s business to grow stronger!” Old Master Taylor smiled as he said that.

“Cheers!” Ivan immediately chugged the alcohol down.

Not long after he was done drinking, Ivan signaled the others to take turns making jackie drink. He was interested to see how long jackie could keep up. Unfortunately for him, although jackie was not bold enough to refuse and seemed very close to getting drunk, he was still drinking glass after glass. On the other hand, it was the few elders that were completely flustered from drinking. Even their speech seemed to slur. Two of them even rushed to the washroom to puke not long after.

Ivan was completely furious as he went ahead to drink a few more glasses with jackie. However, he ended up completely drunk while jackie was still fine.

“Goddammit, what kind of a monster is this brat to have such a high alcohol tolerance?” A completely wasted man approached Ivan and commented with a frown.

“I told you that a veteran’s alcohol tolerance would be impressive but this, isn’t this a little too insane? The few of us were taking turns drinking with him and are still unable to get him drunk!”

Ivan had a bitter look on his face and was completely speechless.

It was at this moment that Tanya Drake, who had just finished a meal with her best friends, walked by the room. She heard how lively it was inside and decided to casually take a peek.

With a glance, she noticed that jackie was actually drinking with the Taylor family.

“What’s wrong? Let’s go, Tanya. You wouldn’t have actually been charmed by that handsome man inside now, would you?” One of the young ladies teased.

“You guys go on ahead, I’m not joining you guys for the shopping trip. There’s someone I know inside and I have something to do!” Tanya immediately said with a smile.

“Alright then, we’ll hang out some other day!” The other girls nodded and left soon after.

Tanya immediately pushed the door open and entered the room. She said, “Oh wow. I was just talking about how lively it was inside, it turned out to be the Taylor family!”

“Who are you? We, the Taylor family, are having a meal here. What is a stranger doing here?” Ivan was already holding onto the frustrations in his heart. In his drunken state, he yelled out immediately without even taking a closer look.

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“I’m a stranger? Heh, I’ll leave then!” Tanya was stunned for a moment before chuckling out loud as she turned around and was getting ready to leave.

Old Master Taylor could recognize who she was at a glance and immediately gasped. This happened to be the daughter of the wealthiest man in Eastfield. Her family’s power was terrifyingly immense. It was uncertain just how many people wished to grovel to their family. However, it seemed such opportunity was incredibly rare.

They, as a third class aristocratic family, were even more desperate to butter up to them. The only thing was that there was never such opportunity to do so. They did not expect Tanya to actually show up in front of them. The only thing was that his own grandson looked like a mess to have actually said something like that without being afraid of offending that person.

“Drake-Miss Tanya…” Old Master Taylor was quite nervous as he stuttered.

“Ivan, what on Earth are you spouting? That happens to be Miss Drake. Are you not going to hurry up and apologize?” Even Theodore was startled as he immediately chastised Ivan.

Originally in a drunken stupor, Ivan was completely terrified when he heard that statement. Immediately, he stood up frantically, rushed over, and extended his arm. He said, “I’m sorry, sorry. Sigh, I didn’t expect you to be Miss Drake. This is truly a surprise. What I mean to say is, I didn’t expect a woman of such high status like Miss Drake to show up in a place like this…”

Ivan had no idea how to apologize as he extended his arm, intending to shake the other person’s hand.

However, Miss Tanya had both hands behind her back and completely ignored Ivan. She took a glance at Old Master Taylor and said, “Old Master Taylor, am I welcomed here?”

“Welcome, welcome. Of course you’re welcomed!” Old Master Taylor frantically said, “Waiter, add another set of cutlery. Please sit here, Miss Drake!”

With a smile, Miss Drake said, “No need for the trouble. Just rice is fine as I’ve just finished a meal next door earlier with my best friends. While passing through, I noticed a familiar face here and came by to have a look!”

“Miss Drake! Unexpectedly, we meet again!” Fiona was behaving extremely rashly as she frantically came forward while chuckling out loud. It seemed like she was buttering up to her.

Tanya status was unimaginably high and she had even handed her a name card last night. If she was able to speak a little more with Tanya, the Taylor family would have to respect her even more. However, she felt slightly anxious. She was afraid that Miss Drake might ignore her and if that happened, she would just be embarrassing herself.

“Indeed, aunty. I noticed you guys here so I decided to come in and take a look!” Tanya smiled calmly as that single statement made everyone gasp. So, was the familiar face Tanya was talking about actually Fiona and the others? When did Fiona and her family even become the familiar faces Tanya mentioned? Although Tanya also knew about Old Master Taylor, she would never address him as a ‘familiar face’.

“Young Master Ivan, that apology of yours seemed a little insincere. I think you should at least drink an entire bottle of red wine… Besides, that exclamation you made earlier sounded louder than usual!” At this moment, jackie unexpectedly chuckled before lazily commenting on his previous statement.

The corners of Ivan’s mouth twitched violently. He was already dizzy from drinking so how could he possibly drink an entire bottle of red wine by himself? This brat was intentionally trying to stir up trouble!

“Oh yeah, your voice was actually really loud earlier that even I was startled!”

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What was even more unbelievable was that Miss Tanya was actually covering her tiny mouth in shock. She then said, “If you’re able to finish this entire bottle of red wine, that would prove the sincerity of your apology.”

Old Master Taylor was also speechless for a moment. However, since Miss Tanya had spoken, if they did not do what she asked, it would be very disrespectful to her. If she held a grudge in her heart due to this, it would seem that their Taylor family would not even be able to dream about expanding in Eastfield ever again.

“What are you still dawdling there for, Ivan? Show your sincerity!” Upon noticing the bitter look on Ivan’s face, Old Master Taylor was put in a tough spot and immediately reminded him.

“Alright, it wasn’t my intention to offend you earlier. I will chug this bottle dry as an apology!” Ivan grabbed a bottle of red wine and immediately poured it down his throat.

When he was halfway through drinking it, he felt slightly uncomfortable. However, he had no choice but to grit his teeth and forcefully finish the entire bottle. Hatred brewed in his heart. That cursed jackie, why did he have to randomly seek out trouble. The main point was that Miss Tanya had actually listened to him. Moreover, what made him even more speechless was that it was Miss Tanya who ruined his schemes last night. If it was not for her, he would have successfully signed the agreement and returned with pride to show off how capable he was. Unfortunately…

After he had finished drinking, Ivan could no longer keep it together as he immediately felt dizzy. He swayed from left to right as he took a few steps forward before collapsing onto the ground and puking.

Old Master Taylor had an extremely bitter look upon witnessing this scene. He secretly scolded Ivan for being too weak. If he had to puke, he could have waited until after Miss Tanya had left. How embarrassing was it to act in such a way in front of others. Would there even be a chance for both families to work together in the future? In the future, Ivan would be the lord of the household. Maintaining his image was important.

“That’s right, what are you guys celebrating? I noticed people drinking champagne over there!” Miss Tanya merely glanced at Ivan on the ground before questioning Old Master Taylor.

“Well, the truth is that it’s nothing major. We… We were…” Old Master Taylor frowned and was unsure what to say.

Suddenly, he noticed jackie and decided to grit his teeth before saying, “We are here to welcome jackie back home. Besides, he returned from the battlefield and made the country proud, right?”

“Indeed, this is something worthy of celebrating!” Tanya nodded, then immediately told jackie, “Oh right, jackie, the Drake family happens to be looking for a bodyguard. I noticed you’ve been discharged so you should be pretty impressive now, right? You just came back and don’t have a job now, right? I’m not sure but would you be interested in working as a bodyguard for the Drake family?”

The instant Fiona heard her say that, she was ecstatic and said frantically, “Of course, of course he’s interested. I heard the lowest wage for the Drake family’s bodyguards is around twenty to thirty thousand dollars and for those who are considered skilled, their wages would go up to more than 100 thousand, right?”

“Don’t worry, aunty. If jackie comes over, his wages will be up for him to decide. We’re just afraid that he won’t be willing to come over!” Tanya knew jackie was an impressive man since her own father had repeatedly told her to get closer and help him no matter what. It seemed this man’s relationship with the God of War was an unusual one.

“Coming, coming, coming! Of course, he’d be willing to come, what is there to be unwilling of? It’s uncertain just how many people desperately want to be a bodyguard for your family!” Fiona was beaming. This was because if jackie was not an idiot, he would definitely not let go of such an opportunity!

After she was done speaking, she pulled jackie aside and whispered, “She said it’s up to you to decide on the wages. Don’t you dare ask for a small amount. If you’re embarrassed to ask for 100 thousand dollars, at the very least, ask for fifty to eighty thousand!”

jackie had the cold sweats since his mother-in-law was energetic at the sheer mention of money.

jackie turned around and chuckled at Tanya before saying, “I’m completely uninterested in becoming a bodyguard for your family. However, my wife happens to really want a job. Unless you guys can assign her to work under the Drake family, only then will I reluctantly state my price!”

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“No way, is he mad? Isn’t he threatening Miss Tanya right now?”

“Yeah, if that isn’t a threat then what is? If his wife isn’t assigned a job, he won’t work as their bodyguard? What a joke, it was as if she’s begging him to be their bodyguard!”

“Oh my god, this is too foolish. Miss Tanya was taking the fact he had contributed to the country into account and looking out for him. Because of this, she wanted him to work as the Drake family’s bodyguard. It’s unknown just how many people desperately want to work under that position and yet, he has the audacity to spout such nonsense!”

“The main point is that Miss Tanya even offered for him to name his own price. This alone shows just how much respect he’s being given!”

All the Taylor family relatives gasped after hearing what jackie said and silently began discussing among themselves.

“Good lord, what if he offended Miss Tanya and the Drake family? If that happens, would they pin the blame on our Taylor family as well since he is the Taylor family’s son-in-law!”

No one knew who said that.

Old Master Taylor was also startled after hearing that statement. It was a fair point though. If jackie offended the Drake family, his death would have very little impact on them as the Taylor family had never taken him seriously.

However, this brat happened to be Selena’s husband. From the perspective of others, he happened to be their son-in-law. If Miss Tanya were to put blame on the Taylor family due to troubles this brat had caused, that would be disastrous.

He frantically came forward and smiled toward Tanya as he said, “Miss Tanya, this brat happened to have a little too much to drink and was spouting nonsense. Please don’t take it to heart. Thank you for your kind gesture, Miss Tanya. The thing is, this brat might’ve only been an underling while he was in the army. He isn’t used to formalities, so it seems like it would be very difficult for him to adapt to being a bodyguard for the Drake family.”

They never expected jackie’s statement to make Miss Tanya very excited as she wanted nothing more than to please jackie immediately as it also meant buttering up to Lana, one of the Gods of War.

Her initial statement was meant to test jackie. She assumed that jackie would not agree to it but had not expected that he would actually give her such an opportunity.

“What nonsense are you talking about, jackie? Miss Tanya has offered you such a great job so you should behave and do it well. Don’t bring Miss Tanya trouble!” Even Selena was startled as she immediately said that after snapping out of her shock.

“No way, I’ll only agree to it if you want to work there. If you don’t, I won’t work as well. The truth is that I’m not even willing to work anyway!” jackie immediately said that with a cold expression.

Everyone felt like passing out. This guy was clearly stupid. His current state would require him to desperately get a job to support the family’s expenses. Did he not know that his family was extremely poor? How could he still act so arrogantly at this moment?

“Sure! Absolutely!” Miss Tanya kept her excitement hidden as she walked forward and told Selena, “Miss Selena, I remembered that you’re quite talented in management. Let’s put it this way, we have a huge project that will launch soon so you can come over and be our project manager, what say you? The wages will be fifty-no, one million per month, how about that? There’ll be a year-end bonus too!”

“A million!” Fiona and Andrew looked at each other and gasped. Even if she was project manager, it was already pretty impressive to make more than ten thousand dollars a month. They did not expect Miss Tanya would make such a high offer.

“Sis, are you not gonna hurry and thank Miss Tanya? Where else would you find such an amazing job?” Ben was afraid she would go back on her word and immediately reminded her.

“Yeah, dear daughter, hurry up and agree now. Do you understand?”

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Fiona was extremely ecstatic since such a high wage was something she completely had never expected. Would that mean, after a few months, they would be able to afford a mansion?

“This… Isn’t this a little too high?” Selena was also quite emotional as she was stunned for a moment.

Back then, after she was exiled from the Taylor family, she ran into continuous stumbles as she had a very difficult time finding a job. Even when she wanted to look for an agent to search for jobs, not a single person dared to take her in. Now, however, Miss Tanya actually tossed her a lifeline. The main point was, would Ivan even dare to stir up trouble with the Drake family after Miss Tanya immediately offered her a job? It was obvious that would be very unlikely to happen.

jackie frowned as he secretly muttered in his heart that the Drake family was actually quite talented in snooping. Since they were most likely trying to butter up to him because they offered Selena such a good job. Although jackie disliked money, as long as his wife was happy and at peace, he would be very happy.

“Honey, it all depends if you’re willing or not. If you’re not then just refuse it. Besides, we’re not in need of money!” jackie shrugged his shoulders then casually mentioned that.

It was true that he was in no need of money. Since it would only take a single word from him and the entire Eastfield would be his. The only thing was, he currently had no intention of flaunting his status.

The entire Taylor family had nearly passed out. In no need of money? Selena was actually picking up trash to sell back then and he actually could say that they were in no need of money.

“Good lord, such heavy words you have! You’ve merely contributed to a minor cause anyway so your prize money is only slightly more than a million dollars, right? With so little money and you dare say you’re in no need of money? If you want a better home in the capital, you might not even be able to afford a three-bedroom, one living room home!” Cecelia could no longer watch his pretentiousness as she directly insulted him.

“Yeah, that daughter of his, she was already able to be enrolled in a kindergarten last year but she hasn’t been able to even till now and it’s all because of them not having money. That happens to be the little hard-earned money he made by risking his life for five years. If he could boast that much, it seems he’s never seen enough money yet since a million dollars were enough to satisfy him already!” Another member of the Taylor family could not hold back from mocking him.

“I’m willing, why wouldn’t I be? I’ve long been yearning for a job now. The thing is, the wage is a little too high and I’m a little worried that I’m unable to meet the work standards and disappoint you!” Selena’s heart was slightly emotional and was a little anxious as well as she frantically said that.

“Miss Selena, don’t you worry. I have faith in your abilities. We’ve done our research about you, the two years you were in the Taylor family and when you were the general manager, the results of the company were quite impressive! However, after another person was appointed in these five years, it seems to be going downhill slightly!”

Tanya smiled and bluntly said, “Or else, I wouldn’t have so casually offered my price, right?” It seemed as if jackie was suspicious of something as Tanya intentionally explained.

After hearing that statement, Andrew who was standing by the side had a bitter expression. Was this not blatantly telling him that his son was not as capable as Selena? This felt like a tight slap across his face!

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“Thank you Miss Tanya for your praises. This toast is my respect to you!” Selena was slightly anxious in her heart. A monthly wage of a million dollars, such a job would be extremely hard to find. It seemed not even the monthly wage of a general manager would come close to that.

“You’re too kind! To a happy collaboration then!” Tanya did not act pridefully as she walked over and poured herself some red wine then gently bumped her wine glass with Selena’s before drinking.

“ jackie, now that your wife had agreed to come work with us, you can’t go back on your words now, name your price?” Tanya was beaming as she was praying in her heart if her father knew she had hired jackie as their bodyguard, it would be uncertain just how happy he would be.

Everyone’s faces were sweating. Since not only was Miss Tanya not infuriated after hearing jackie’s outrageous statement, she seemed very keen on having jackie be a part of their Drake family and making him a bodyguard.

jackie let out a bitter laugh and said, “Well, I have no choice now and it seems, I have to agree to it then!” As he was saying that, jackie paused then said, “But, I have a condition. Regarding the wages, I can be paid a little less, besides, I don’t lack money. However, as for the hours, I require my freedom. That meant I’ll only come to work when I have the time to and if something is up, I have to head out and attend to it, right!”

Tanya’s expression seemed peculiar. How was this working, was this not called living like a master?

“What on Earth are you thinking, jackie? You are there to be a bodyguard, you’re working for people so you should abide by their terms. How could you leave whenever you feel like it?” Fiona was extremely furious. This bastard had finally found an excellent job and he was being very unreasonable now.

Moreover, he even mentioned that he could be paid a little less. He was completely lacking integrity now. However, since this trash was unworthy of being her son-in-law and since she was able to exile him from the Taylor family on the old master’s seventieth birthday. So, what was there to worry about anyway.

“Son, this is such a good opportunity so you should work well now. Do you understand?” Joan too came forward to advise him.

“Sure. However, if any major incidents require your help, you’ll have to arrive immediately whenever you’re called. Can you do that?” They never expected Miss Tanya had actually agreed to him once more.

Theodore and the others were completely baffled. Has Miss Tanya gone mad? How could she actually agree to such terms? Was their Drake family in such desperate need of bodyguards?

“Now, you can talk about the amount you desire for your wages, right? You mentioned earlier, you want to be paid a little less, so don’t go asking for too much now!” Miss Tanya was chuckling. She looked extremely adorable.

“Yeah, alright then, just twenty million dollars! Twenty million dollars per month! Any amount lesser than that, you can forget about it!” jackie was silent for a moment then raised two fingers.

“Are you insane, jackie? Is Miss Tanya joking with you now?” A relative of the Taylor family immediately scolded him. This guy was blatantly throwing a fit. How can a bodyguard ask for twenty million a month, not to mention, come to work whenever he was free? Was he not afraid of offending Miss Tanya? What if she grew furious then?

“This amount is a little outrageous now. Even if you can name your price, you shouldn’t name it as such, right?” A bodyguard behind Miss Tanya could no longer bear to watch. In normal circumstances, they would never intervene but this guy bluntly requested twenty million dollars. Then what would they, bodyguards with only a monthly wage of a hundred to two hundred thousand dollars be considered as?

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Although the three other bodyguards did not speak a word, their expressions dimmed. Was this not an insult to them?

“What on Earth are you talking about?” Selena was also extremely startled by it. Miss Tanya was being very nice but time and time again jackie was blatantly testing her limits.

A monthly wage of twenty million dollars on top of leaving the Drake family whenever he wanted? How would that be possible? If the Drake family master had learned about it, he would immediately be driven insane by jackie’s madness.

“ jackie, are you mad from all that thinking about money? Didn’t you want a much lesser wage? So it seems, your much lesser wage is twenty million dollars per month! This is the first time I have ever seen a bodyguard’s wage this high!” Cecelia was saying that with a sinister tone.

This time, was this guy not intentionally offending Miss Tanya now? It would be absurd for Miss Tanya to not be furious this time. It was obvious now that Miss Tanya’s bodyguards were all furious. It seemed this time, the guy would have no choice but to escape.

Miss Tanya on the other hand was frowning on the side as in her heart she felt quite surprised. If this guy was a veteran King of War or an officer, it would be very reasonable to ask for such a price. However, was he really that impressive? Besides, there were also clear distinctions to powerful people on the battlefield.

“Pardon, Miss Tanya, this jackie fellow had too much to drink earlier, he might possibly be drunk now!” Old Master Taylor was also startled by jackie. He was afraid of jackie indirectly bringing trouble to their Taylor family. So, he explained, “I hope Miss Tanya won’t blame him. Also, although he might be married to Selena, he’s not close to us.”

“Yes, yes, yes! He’s only a son-in-law, an outsider!” The other members of the Taylor family also frantically explained. It would mean a world of trouble to them if Miss Tanya decided to pin the blame on them.

“This price I am offering is actually quite low already. Usually, when people approached me, I would name my price in the billions. I’ve lowered my price from the billions to millions so you should be happy, Miss Tanya!” jackie actually once again boldly made such a statement.

Once again, the Taylor family were all speechless. He even mentioned he had lowered the price to twenty million dollars. Could there possibly even be someone who would offer twenty billion dollars and be successful in hiring him? Unless he was the God of War but obviously he certainly was not!

“Alright then, you and Miss Selena can come over to work tomorrow morning!” Miss Tanya had only hesitated for a moment before immediately agreeing to it. She felt that based on jackie’s tone, he did not sound like he was lying. Even if he was slightly boasting, he would without a doubt still be a very powerful man.

Besides, her own father had witnessed him being in the same private jet with the God of War, Lana when they returned.

“Deal!” jackie calmly smiled and nodded.

“We didn’t mishear it right, Miss Tanya? He didn’t mention twenty thousand, it was twenty million though!” A bodyguard initially was waiting for Miss Tanya’s orders to immediately beat jackie to a pulp but he never expected Miss Tanya to actually agree to it.

“Miss Tanya, it’s twenty million though. Not even the commander or the assistant commander would be paid this much now, right?” Another bodyguard immediately protested. He was wondering if he was dreaming.

“Now, there is one with this high of a price!” jackie chuckled calmly and said that with a carefree attitude.

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That single statement jackie made, almost caused a few bodyguards to pass out. This guy was too unreasonable. Was this not blatantly insulting them?

“Don’t worry. I’m not a fool and I have faith in his abilities! If he can survive on the battlefield for five years, he will without a doubt have his uses!” Miss Tanya was clear in her heart and she could not possibly tell them it was all to butter up to the God of War, hence his high price offer. Hence, she forced an explanation.

“Yes, yes, yes! Miss Tanya, your judgment is impeccable!” Fiona was incredibly ecstatic in her heart. If jackie’s monthly wage was twenty million dollars, does that mean he would make two hundred and forty million a year? If that was the case and if jackie worked for a lifetime then, well, anyone would be excited with just that thought.

“Miss Tanya, don’t you worry, I’m sure my brother-in-law won’t disappoint you!” Ben was so excited, he did not know what to say as he immediately spoke out.

“Brother-in-law?” jackie turned his head to look at him as he thought this change in attitude was too drastic now. Before they came, he wanted to beat him up, how come now he would call him his brother-in-law?

Ben nervously laughed and said, “You’re my sister’s husband so, if you’re not my brother-in-law then who could you be?”

“Yeah, of course, you’re his brother-in-law now!” Fiona delightfully said, “My dear son-in-law, I have faith in your abilities and you will work well in the Drake family and forge a career for yourself!”

jackie’s eyes narrowed as that son-in-law remark came too suddenly.

“Cough! Cough! Mom, didn’t you mention that if I didn’t cough up that ten million to you, you won’t acknowledge my status?” jackie let out two dry coughs then intentionally said that.

Fiona’s face immediately blushed as she frantically said, “Sigh, your monthly wage is already twenty million, it’s impossible you can’t give me that ten million now, right?”

“Miss Tanya, are you serious?” Even Old Master Taylor was startled and was wondering if this was a hallucination. Although jackie had spent five years on the battlefield, it was uncertain how he survived. A monthly wage of twenty million was too terrifying let alone, it was only for a bodyguard.

“I, Tanya Drake will never go back on my word! You guys can cease your worries for that!” Miss Tanya spoke confidently.

“Well, shouldn’t you ask your father, Miss Tanya?” jackie asked.

“Nope, just come to work tomorrow! I’ll take my leave first and I won’t disturb you guys from drinking now!” Tanya waved her hand and left soon after along with her lackeys.

After Tanya had left for quite some time, everyone here seemingly was still caught in their dreamy daze.

“ jackie, tomorrow, you and Selena have to head to work earlier. Don’t be late now, do you understand?” Fiona reminded them while chuckling.

“Mom, am I dreaming? I’m only a project manager and my monthly wage is a million on top of year-end bonuses!”

“He is a bodyguard and his monthly wage is twenty million while he can leave whenever he wants to and he doesn’t have to abide by the working hours?”

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Selena truly did not know how to react as she was unsure exactly what was going on.

“Yeah, it’s real. Miss Tanya actually said it herself earlier!” Fiona felt quite surreal toward such overwhelming emotion of surprise.

“What right does he have to get such a high wage?” Cecelia had a bitter look on her face. However, after a much deeper thought, she suddenly thought about something and started laughing. She said, “I know now. jackie, Miss Tanya must be taking you for a fool and was joking with you!”

“Impossible. Miss Tanya said it earlier that they can come to work tomorrow so how could that be a joke?” Fiona immediately argued.

“Just think about it, those other bodyguards they have, even if they are commanders, they won’t be paid that much so, what right does he have to get such a high pay? Besides, Selena is working as a manager and her monthly wage of million dollars could somewhat make sense. jackie on the other hand, he’s merely just a bodyguard, so how can that twenty million monthly wage even be logical?”

Cecelia bluntly said, “That was because jackie was intentionally toying with Miss Tanya and she happened to pretend to agree just to toy back with him. If you don’t believe me, when jackie arrives at the Drake family home, perhaps he wouldn’t even be able to enter its main gate!”

“Yeah, I also think it’s impossible!” Another woman from the Taylor family nodded and said, “After Cecelia broke it down like that, I feel like that is a huge possibility that she was merely toying with him because he toyed with her first!”

jackie could not be bothered by them as he merely calmly said, “I’m afraid, she isn’t bold enough to toy with me!”

Selena on the other hand was frowning on the side. She could not understand just how exactly did jackie get such a high salary. Were they not usually recruiting a whole bunch of veterans like him? There were plenty of people who would be quite satisfied upon getting a good security guard or bodyguard job. jackie’s job on the other end though…

“Daddy, how much is twenty million a month? Is that a lot?” At this moment, Kylie who had been playing by the side during dinner ran over. She grabbed onto jackie’s pants with her slender little hands as she raised her head to look up at him.

Upon staring at that little child’s adorable expression, jackie’s heart melted. He thought that the pain and suffering he endured for the last five years was worth it at this moment. He defended a country for five years and now, all he wanted was to peacefully keep her wife and daughter safe!

“Not that much, but it’s enough to enroll Kylie into the best kindergarten and buy all kinds of toys for Kylie!” After he carried Kylie up, he could not help himself but give Kylie’s cheeks a kiss. That felt extremely warm.

“Really? So I’ll have plenty of toys soon!” After Kylie heard that, her pair of beautiful eyes were glimmering with excitement.

the side, lamented. Was the five years of suffering finally over? Was their family finally able to amount to something good? This would

since it happened to be twenty million a month for that jackie fellow. Was that guy truly worth that much? Not to mention, would the master of the Drake family even agree to it? Besides, as wealthy as the Drake family was, they would

appeared collapsed on the table. He was starting

job was real or not but I believe Selena’s job is real. It’s a good thing for Selena being able to enter the Drake family and work for them!” Old Master Taylor poured half a glass of red wine for himself, raised it and smiled at Selena before saying, “Selena, next time you will be the project manager and if there’s any good projects out there that require a collaboration, remember to look out for our

am still a member of the Taylor family and I bleed the same blood as the Taylor family. So if there are any good projects that can be collaborated, naturally, I will think about our Taylor family!” Selena let out an awkward laugh as she did not blame the old master. Since, the old master used to spoil her a lot back then. Unfortunately, she was too rebellious five

Selena’s strengths are acknowledged by the Drake family. Besides, Miss Tanya had mentioned it earlier, Selena would be handling a huge project but it’s unsure what project that would

however, they actually had someone that could directly be involved with the Drake family’s

be bad if the Drake family knew about it. Besides, you’d just come over so you’ll have to prove your worth when you start working and gain the Drake family’s trust then build upon that relationship. Wait till there’s an opportunity

two years have gone downhill and it was getting worse by

family had no idea that the main purpose for

…

left, she swiftly drove back to

anyone, she would honor her promise. Even if Master Drake objected to it after the fact, it would be futile. Miss Tanya was that stubborn. If she had decided on

the mansion’s lobby while placing both arms behind her back as she

good news

in. He’s willing to be our family’s bodyguard!” After Miss Tanya was done speaking, she looked at Timothy who was sipping tea on the side then continued with a smug attitude, “What do you think, brother? Isn’t what I, your sister

said, “No way, right? You actually got him in? If he actually returned with the God of War, had a good relationship with her then he should at least be King

ten billion for those who are more impressive as their prize money. The King of

to know even that detail, Brother. However, Grandfather had mentioned that

Are you sure that person is jackie White? The jackie White that father was talking about?” Timothy was seemingly

was all because his wife wanted a job, so I promised to employ his wife as our project manager. It was only then was he willing to work for us! The main point is, this guy is

Tanya said after cracking

about to fall onto the ground as he immediately placed his tea cup down then told James, “Father, this guy is too unreasonable now. Who on earth does

other hand was laughing while nodding his head. He said, “If he’s truly capable, he wouldn’t even bat an eye on the twenty million dollars. He merely agreed because he

saying is that he’s worth this money?”

his powers into account, it’s worth it because of his unique relationship with the God of War!” James chuckled then said, “That’s right, when he arrives, you two have to treat him well. If he wishes to leave work, let him leave. Treat him the same as the guardians in our family even if by

face as he

to Eastfield and shared the same ride back. If that was the case, they would have lost majorly. However on a much deeper thought, he

…

with their

they exited the hotel, Fiona said after pondering for a moment, “That’s right Selena, you’re about to go to work tomorrow, should we buy a car? I still have eight hundred thousand with me. After much thoughts, I realized we could not embarrass our Taylor family’s name,

as well!” Ben immediately said that excitedly the

for? You’re doing nothing all day and you’re not going to work anyway. I won’t buy you a car!

tomorrow as well, can we also buy him one?” After Selena pondered about

it’s for transport and it’ll cost about tens of thousands of dollars. Forget it then, but I

buying a car as well. Just buy an electric scooter then he can take me to work on that!” Selena looked at

just made riding a bike even

At first, she thought that jackie seemed cold ever since he came back from the war. He always had on a serious face. Unexpectedly, there were times where he could

one behind me, anything is bearable. I can even be strong enough to carry

too!” Kylie, who was in

will carry you!” jackie placed the

car? All the matters earlier were just misunderstandings.” Ben ran up to them after getting a glance from Xena and asked with a chuckle, trying to butter up to

conned by jackie. However, what if it turned out to be

nodded. “Sure, but it can’t be too expensive. Any car under one million dollars is fine. When the time comes, you go pick it

getting something between a hundred to two hundred thousand dollars would be a dream come true. Who would have thought that jackie

words once again made Fiona and

just drop me off to work! After we get our pay and have the money on hand, then we’ll get a car. How about that?” Selena smiled, then continued, “I’ve not been working for such a long time, it feels a

you’re willing, you can buy whatever you

you can make it to work tomorrow yet and you’re already delusional? Listen to me, we’ll stick to our previous promise, understand? You must send me

you’ll have your ten million dollars!” jackie nodded as he

rest quickly took a taxi home. jackie, on the other hand, took Selena along to shop for an electric scooter. They quickly arrived at an electric scooter shop

a month as a bodyguard, do you think it makes sense?” Selena could not resist

million dollars is nothing to their family!” jackie laughed bitterly, then added, “If not for ensuring your sense of security, I wouldn’t

I really don’t understand why she would offer such a price. It can’t be that she thinks you’re handsome and

67 Selena smiled

jackie was speaking as he

mischievous while driving in broad daylight?! Do you know how

mosquito and decided to kill

Do you think I’m a three-year-old?! If you do that again, I’ll get off and walk

hers is just so alluring. That skirt…it’d be nice if it was just a little shorter!” Upon seeing such a beauty, the

him immediately got jealous. “Young Master Hugo, my skirt is already short enough. You can have a look too!”

beside Young Master

very revealing outfit. However, Young Master Hugo glanced at her and back at the beauty on the electric scooter, then shook his head. “I still feel that you’re lacking something. Your face and aura is not her match. Although both

offend Young Master Hugo and could only hold it all in. Just as the car and electric scooter drove side by side, the woman studied Selena carefully and told Young Master Hugo, “Young Master Hugo, I know who this woman is. Isn’t she Selena Taylor? Oh my goodness, her husband was just a delivery boy

guys courting her, but she never agreed. At

to have recalled something, then smiled. “Heh, women can’t stand loneliness after all. So, she rejected all those guys just to keep her image.

swallowed hard, then added, “This type of woman is all the

into a smile, the car was stopped immediately. By the time jackie’s electric scooter was almost reaching the puddle, he suddenly stepped

They never expected the other party would do something like that. After all, the road was spacious and they did not need to go through the puddle as they drove

that person asking for death?” jackie’s expression darkened and immediately gave chase as he realized the other party’s malicious intent. Unexpectedly, the other party had also pulled over ahead and got out

“What’s the meaning of this?” jackie stopped the electric scooter next to the car and stared coldly at the other person after he got off it. “Are

asked, “Oh my, this…isn’t this Selena Taylor, the prettiest girl according to the legends? Miss Taylor, I heard that a lot of gentlemen are courting you, yet you’ve turned them all down. And here

that, he then looked toward jackie disdainfully, continuing, “It turns out that you would find loneliness too hard to bear at times too. Seems like I’ve

be bothered to debate with him, stating coldly, “That was intentional, right? You purposely parked your car by

handed it over. “Here’s twenty thousand dollars as compensation. Although it’s not a lot of money, it’s the thought that counts, right? Oh, I’m Young Master

to move her. As long as he

jackie stated with a

you think it’s possible for me to apologize to a poor bloke like you? Do you think I, Young Master

don’t want the money!” jackie shrugged, remaining firm. “I’m not in a good mood

of the Taylor family! Brat, if you know what’s good for you, this twenty thousand dollars is yours. Get out of my sight! How can a beauty like

the bush. It’s really not suitable for you to be riding this electric scooter. Just like earlier, how inconvenient

any casual woman, so please watch your words and be more respectful!” Selena was also extremely frustrated. However, as she recalled the

you’re waiting for your husband to come back? Your husband has yet to come back, and here you are, out with some other guy? Don’t think that I have no idea what women like you are like. You’re only pure on the outside, but internally, you’re wild!” Young Master

he’s back!” Selena tugged

take action!” Just as he finished, jackie went forward with a punch, immediately sending Young Master Hugo to the ground. Before he could get up, jackie followed

over a dozen meters behind them. However, jackie’s kick was extraordinarily powerful.

was then drenched by

for death?” The woman was terrified, immediately backing away as she pointed at

straight at her. “Do you want me to take action, or will

witless by jackie’s gaze. It was the gaze of someone that survived countless bloodbaths. After saying that, she quickly ran over and started rolling in the puddle. Her skirt was already very short. After it got wet, her body shape was

a mouthful of blood.

caused trouble again!” Selena frowned.

fist into it. Bang! With a loud sound, a

Selena was dumbfounded. jackie’s strength was too monstrous. Was that something

his face had a warm smile on it. “Honey, let’s go. We’ll

looking for us, what

jackie nonchalantly got on the scooter. “Come on, let’s head back for a bath. It’d be

the scooter and they both quickly drove away. However,

When they left

we get a bit of compensation?” jackie was distracted for a moment, then

living room was very lively. There were a number of

to both of you? Why are you covered

stuttered with a frown. She was too ashamed to say it. If her mother knew that they offended the terrible Hugo

man stood up cheerfully, then explained, “I’m the worker in charge. It’s like this. This location is being expropriated as it is rather peaceful here. We’re planning to build a retirement home,

“Retirement home?” Selena frowned.

right. You can treat it as a contribution to the country! Moreover, this place is decrepit. Our experts appraised it and it’s considered unsafe for habitation. You have three days to

deeply. They had no money to buy a house at this time. If they moved out, where would they stay? Moreover, although the house was quite old and run down, it was not unsafe for habitation. It would still be safe for

to the large courtyard and had thought of this place as home. Having to move out all

beautify our city, wouldn’t it? With such an old courtyard here, it wouldn’t look nice either.

problem, no problem. We’ll definitely move out in three days, We’re citizens after

wonderful. You have a good mindset!” The other

large area, if not a hundred million dollars, it should be at least a few tens of million dollars, right? If that won’t

suitable, we can even move out immediately!” Andrew nodded along as

those words, the worker’s face turned cold immediately. “Madam, I’m afraid you didn’t understand what I said. Your place is affecting our city’s image. You should

“Furthermore, we have received complaints that this courtyard was built illegally, do you understand? You’re already lucky that you’re not getting fined. We’re just negotiating to have you move away voluntarily. What makes you think there will be

man had a smile on his face, but his words immediately

our Taylor family’s old mansion. It’s been left uninhabited for many years. My grandfather was the one that told us to stay here. At any rate, there should be a demolition compensation. How is this an illegal building? We’ve been staying here for so many years!” Selena was furious. Her original plan was to come home for a bath, but she was in no mood for that for the time

family? You should really investigate carefully

demolition crew come over with just a phone call at any moment! Since you claim that it’s

our Taylor family’s homestead. How do you expect us to get a permit? Regardless, you should be paying some form

premise permit, then it’ll be demolished today itself!” That middle-aged man chuckled, then made a

the one in charge of this project is Young Master Clark, Ken Clark! Their group is the one in charge of building

that trash!” jackie finally understood. Last time, he had given him a beating. He probably was still feeling bitter over that incident. However, jackie did not expect him to use such tactics to seek revenge on

face turned pale. The current Taylor family could not afford to offend the Clark family. Moreover, they were kicked out of the Taylor family. The old master might not even bother helping them and could even blame them for

you, this wouldn’t happen. It’s because you hit him last time. Now they’re here for revenge and we’re

Selena who was covered in mud. He said lovingly, “Honey, you go wash up and change your clothes.

For some reason, jackie’s confident gaze helped calm her heart down. She grabbed a set of clothes and

alluring the scene would be when a beauty like that showered. Unfortunately, they had

grew all the more jealous of jackie. ‘This guy sure is lucky to have found such a beautiful woman that bore him

Selena was done with her shower and changed, she came back to the courtyard. Right outside were

unruly people here that

walked slowly into the courtyard with

why are you here? It’s been a long time!” Upon seeing Ken with his lackeys,

long. We’ve just met two days

then pointed at his teeth. “Look, I’m whistling as I speak.

smile and replied, “Watch what you’re saying. This man is not my son-in-law. We will only find out after the old man’s seventieth birthday in about

aback, his face was filled with surprise. “Auntie, what do you mean by that? They’re already legally married and the kid is a few years old.

dollars worth of betrothal gifts, Selena’s father and I will never recognize his identity!” Fiona explained away. After she was

to look at Selena who was standing there and was surprised once more. At that moment, Selena had just finished her shower and have yet to dry her hair. Standing there, she looked all the more alluring. That pair of snow white long legs were especially eye catching under the

twenty more days to go, his expression darkened and said, “Auntie, that’s a long time to wait. I don’t feel like waiting any longer. Isn’t it just ten million dollars of betrothal gifts? As long as you can think of a way to have Selena marry

instant. Although jackie had found a good job, who knew if that job offer was just Miss Tanya

who knew how long his job would last? What if he got fired one day? He was quite hot-headed after

hand, looked dashing and was courteous. If her daughter marries him, then she would definitely be living comfortably

be negotiated. It’s just that I’ve promised jackie and I can’t just change as I

then he would get quite a lot in one year. Most importantly, Kylie was still her granddaughter. It was naturally better for her to live with

don’t you worry. I have my ways. You just ask Selena to come over and I’ll have a private chat with her. If she agrees to divorce jackie, then I can choose to not demolish your house and will definitely treat her well. If she disagrees, I’ll threaten her with the demolition of your house. I believe that a kind-hearted girl

However, if my daughter agrees, that

73 Fiona gave it some thought, then finally approached Selena. “Dear, Young Master Clark said that he would like to discuss the matter of this house with you. Go ahead and negotiate with him. This house must not be demolished. If it’s demolished, where would our entire family find a

kept silent for a moment, then

registered property, it’s considered a property of our Taylor family. You can’t just demolish it like that!” Selena looked at Young Master Clark in front of her as

him. Although she felt annoyed by him, he was not that bad in general. At least, the impression Selena had of him was much better than that Michael. She never

love with you. More so than those other gentlemen out there! As long as you’re willing to divorce that trash and marry me, when the time comes, I’ll guarantee you a luxurious life! Of course, it doesn’t matter if they demolish this house or not. Whether to build the retirement house here or not will depend on your attitude. If you agree to marry me, I’ll call them off immediately!” Ken smiled coldly as he

learned that it’s true!” Selena laughed coldly. “Your behavior is only going to make me think the worst

can’t be helped. Your opinion of me is no longer of any importance. I only want you to be my woman! I want you to know that I’m much better than

but she looked at the people that he brought along

dare! In Eastfield, there are not a lot of things that I’m scared of!” Ken laughed out loudly, his

At that moment, jackie sneered and walked up to

to think that jackie would not hear him if he pulled Fiona and Selena to the side to talk privately. jackie’s hearing had long exceeded that of an ordinary person. He had clearly heard all their previous conversations. He just wanted

Someone doesn’t know his place!” Ken gave the order with a wave of

Dan Jameson did not see Young Master Clark when he returned. He could not

he go?” Dan thought

left. I saw that he was rather happy, saying something about definitely getting his hands

Clark! Didn’t I just warn him last time not to go look for trouble with that jackie

not be a regular soldier. He would at least be of a decent rank. A person like

only take strong measures after the courteous one fails!” That guard chuckled, then added, “If not for Young Master Clark not bringing me along, I would’ve loved to go have a look. I’ve heard that Selena Taylor was very pretty. Tsk…tsk… I wonder what her expression would be when she’s forced to accept our

paying a certain amount to Fiona to help persuade them? With Selena’s personality, it’s impossible for her to agree to that. Furthermore, now that

to demolish Selena’s house and use that to threaten them. Of course, if that jackie dares to take action, our young master has no fear because there’s an expert

those who made it as officers out of so

took in a deep breath as he was shocked to the

the battlefield. They were all powerful figures. Moreover, this time round, it was said that those who had the status of a major would have at least a thousand men under them and could even

marshal, he would have a few majors under them. From that, one could tell how much higher their status was. He had even got wind that within those that retired from the battlefield, the majors were all awarded one billion dollars! It was considered an acknowledgement for what they have done over

billion dollars. When placed in any town, they would be placed among the extremely rich figures. Never did he expect Young Master Clark to be connected with a person like that and have the

expert like that with him, then we won’t have

lifted. Those that managed to become a marshal would have achieved great service in

This time, our young master will surely

75 That bodyguard said cheerfully, “For all we know, he might have already succeeded! Our young master is just

…

it!” Ken gave the order, planning

did he go

she thought her own daughter was very filial and would most likely

see who dares!” jackie took a few steps forward and stood in front of the gate. At that moment, although he looked dirty in clothes that were stained with muddy water,

then said to a middle-aged nearby, “Brother Howard, I’ll have to depend on

that regular people did not have. The opponent looked at jackie, then frowned. He could feel that jackie had a similar quality about him that was only present in those that returned from the battlefield. Although that was

The man of the Howard family approached jackie and

evil. Why would you help this kind of person? If this is the battlefield, I could kill

authority to!” Dennis Howard chuckled, then said, “Come, let’s have a private conversation inside. There’s no

“Interesting. Then

looked at Ken, then said, “I’ll talk with him inside. Without my

and have him get out of our sights. Worse comes to worst, you can just kill him. Why do you need to negotiate with him? He’s not

him qualified to negotiate with a marshal? Most likely, if jackie found out about his identity, he might just

him, showing the demeanor of an authoritative figure. “To be frank, based on my own personality, I wouldn’t have helped that Ken, but I have my own reasons!” Having said that, he stated bluntly, “I’m a marshal. Having to do this, I feel helpless as well. Please just move. I’ll

also know that tearing down our house without providing compensation is wrong, right? You’re also feeling uncomfortable about this and want to make up for us,

jackie did not have the slightest fear or nervousness. Instead, he

the army, you would not have such an attitude when you see a

face sank. “I don’t want to be calculative. Fifty million and your entire

a reputable soldier. Yet, you are afraid of Ken? I really don’t understand what

to starve to our deaths, he passed by and gave us a few thousand dollars. Although the money was nothing to him, but, to me,

with this favor, I can only give you money privately and you can leave with the others. This

for your peace of mind!” jackie chuckled and then said, “However, I don’t want to trouble my wife while I’m searching for a place to

listen to him after he had made such a big offer and stated his

once killed enemies together on the battlefield and you’re a man.

laughed after he heard this. “I’m telling you this, I really

settle this by force, don’t blame me for being merciless. Let me ask you again, do you agree or not? If you don’t agree, we’ll demolish by force. I can even kill or destroy you!”

he did not expect that this young man would not

“Consider yourself lucky that I didn’t make you kneel before

Humph, do you think that you’re the God of War? I would not even kneel down to the King of War in my entire life. Unless I meet the God of War. Only he is worthy of my respect to kneel

almost exploded. He took a step forward, lunged,

moved to the side to avoid the

“What!”

jackie to react so quickly and surprise flashed through his eyes. The next second, he attacked continuously

back. He kicked and it happened to hit the opponent’s ankle. The powerful

appeared on the thick limestone on

in Dennis’ eyes. He could not imagine that the opponent was so fast to be able to dodge his attack

hand on his shoulder to press him down. With some force, his other leg was also forced to kneel as he grumbled. He gritted his teeth, tried to stand up, just to find out that jackie’s power was

he saw was a slight smile on jackie’s face. jackie seemed extremely

on the battlefield, you would already have died thousands of times!” jackie spoke

in a daze. Strong! He was extremely strong! Who was this man in front of

“Even the King of War cannot be so

world and I know that you are not one of them. How can

did not look very special, dressed ordinarily, and

corner of his mouth. “Would you

have a master?” Dennis was shocked once again. Did the Nine Great Gods of War have a

know!” jackie laughed. “I trained them, turned them into nine sharp swords, and let them gallop on the battlefield. Otherwise, the battle between us and the enemy would probably take another one and a half years to

after he became a general. The mask covers seventy percent of his face! There are only a handful of people who have seen his face! And he’s the most mysterious, and

his face, only his left

Warrior!” Looking at the mask, Dennis’s voice trembled with fright. He thumped

losing in the battle would instantly have the motivation to fight with confidence. It was said that, as long

Supreme Warrior looked like. However, it was unknown why only the Nine Great Gods of War was officially introduced but not

to legend, the Supreme Warrior once made a joke and it caused two pieces of the ruler’s beard to be pulled down. If this was done by someone else, it would

not be kneeling here now!” jackie smiled indifferently and then said, “Remember, although you have left the battlefield, you must retain the dignity and the battle spirit of us as soldiers! Don’t

wiped his sweat. “Thank you, Supreme Warrior, for not

my identity. I don’t want to be disturbed

flipped his palm. It was as if it

a secret even if it costs me

door, I am

…

the yard. Everyone had been waiting and all of them had doubts written on their

to persuade that rubbish, jackie, to divorce Miss Taylor?” One of the Clark family’s bodyguards

to see if Selena would rather stay with

the more he wanted to get her. He believed that he could make this proud woman bow and

will they fight inside? Mister Howard does not seem like a simple

judge very well sometimes. Even if they demolish

it. Apart from that, they don’t even want to pay

door slowly opened. jackie and Dennis walked

all of you move out? I don’t want to hear any answers other than

a low voice, “Hurry up and leave. If you don’t

dazed. Was Dennis not a marshal? Why did he seem

top fighter of the Clark family, persuaded him to not provoke jackie. Unexpectedly, this marshal was

Dennis lowered his voice and reached at the side of Ken’s ears. He whispered something extremely serious before walking

shocked. Dennis was a cream of the crop and the power of his status sent chills down the spine of many, yet

his true status was actually more respectable than Dennis? If that was the case, jackie would at least have the status of God of War. These

here is not a dilapidated house. Let’s go!” Ken coughed, turned around, and was about to leave with his

this?” The Clark family’s bodyguards were puzzled. They had no idea

is not bad, it’s sure that we have

heard these words, they

you please!” However, jackie unexpectedly smiled indifferently

build a retirement home now? Or you want to invite me for

you leave so easily. If I let you go so easily, what should we do if you are in a bad mood again and you

must be crazy. I am the Eldest Young Master of the Clark family, the future Master of the Clark family. Do you think it would be possible for me to apologize to you?” Ken Clark laughed. So many people were looking at him, it was impossible for him to kneel and apologize. Otherwise,

stared at him

him before and his facial expression instantly turned hard to look at. Did this jackie really have

uncertain and hesitated. He believed that Dennis did not lie and he dared not gamble anymore. If he lost the bet, he was not the only one who had to die, his family would also be affected. The Clark family finally got to where they were today through a very difficult path and it cannot be ruined in his hands. Although Selena was beautiful—any man who had seen her would have intentions to court her, was it worth it to give

He’s the Clark family’s Young Master, we cannot afford to offend him!” After she finished speaking, she waved her hand at Ken. “Young Master Clark, it must have been a misunderstanding due to a mistake.

this, Ken breathed a sigh of relief. It was better to walk away dingy than kneel and apologize. If this incident

looked at jackie and added, “ jackie, I don’t

to his car and quickly drove away, as if he was afraid that jackie would chase after him. All the subordinates were stunned. They had a feeling that their Young Master was afraid of jackie. However, it was only natural that they leave

said, “Okay,

Weren’t those people acting really rude? Why did they just leave like this? Also, what did your brother-in-law

should be a powerful person. But, why is such a powerful person afraid of

and said, “I’m guessing, your brother-in-law knelt down in front of him behind closed doors and begged him to

is a man, why would he kneel down to beg for mercy?” Ben shook his head in disbelief. “Why do I feel

food delivery guy who served the military for five years and had just returned from the army!” Fiona said, “If he was any good, would we have such a miserable life in the past few years? I think Mister Howard must have considered the fact that jackie knelt and pleaded as

case, would someone honor jackie? Besides, why did jackie close the door? I remember that it was

Although brother-in-law seems to be a little useless, he still knows how to save his dignity. He closed the door, nobody saw anything so there’s nothing to be shameful about. Anyways, it’s a

sister gets her salary, let’s buy a house!” Fiona smiled and nodded. After she thought about it, she said, “By the way, your sister is going to work tomorrow. Let’s go buy some food and do some

eight hundred thousand from the money jackie gave you? You have to buy some nice

and Xena went out on a

…

shower and had already changed into

Howard inside? Did you really kneel and plead?” Selena was silent for

I’m such a person? We only talked about some things on the battlefield, he regrets that we did not meet earlier. It so happens that we have a

the marshal? You’re really amazing!” She obviously believed

marshal and I admire

so powerful. No wonder Ken acted so ruthlessly when he came just now! However, he had no choice but to leave when the marshal asked him to!” Selena laughed

now is kissing you!” jackie looked at the beauty in front of him. He could not help but say, “No wonder so many rich men like my wife. You being the number-one beauty in Eastfield is really not an overstatement. I must have done something good in my previous life to have you

time thought jackie was really sweet after

to say such sweet words!” Selena glanced at

She gasped as soon as she finished speaking. A group of

watermelon knives in their hands looked dazzling. Selena was terrified when she saw so many people approaching with weapons. She looked to her side, Kylie was there. She lunged forward, pulled Kylie to her, and hugged

so many people. It seems that they are here for no good!” Selena was so frightened as she

beat the bad guys. Daddy is amazing!” Kylie spoke in a childish voice. At the age of four, she was sensible enough to

your father can definitely solve it!”

said, “How did

again.” Young Master Hugo led his people toward jackie and stopped five meters away from him. He laughed and then said as he

You have already freshened up and are waiting for me. It would save me some trouble for

aristocratic family actually has the guts to cause trouble here under bright day light, and even carried weapons? You really have no respect

powerful. That’s the law! Young man, you look down

really powerful, why didn’t you bring some decent bodyguards? Do you need to spend money to hire these gangsters? Don’t tell me these sloppy bodyguards are specially trained

The Hugo family’s practice strict upbringing. They worried that Neil would cause trouble outside posing harm to the Hugo family’s reputation. Therefore, he could not simply

of home. However, this was nothing to Neil, because Neil had money. As long as he gave some money to these gangsters, they would naturally help him. With less than 100 thousand dollars, he had successfully gathered a dozen

bodyguards just to deal with you.” Neil’s mouth twitched a few times then stared at jackie with hatred. “Is a dozen

you’re outta your mind! If that is the case, we would

gangsters’ leaders got pretty annoyed. As he finished speaking, more than a

They have knives in their hands!” Selena was so frightened that she took a few steps backward, and she could not help but

Selena’s hand away. “Come on, Daddy. I

I can’t!” jackie turned around, looked at Selena

he could still make jokes

Hugo, what should we do? Should we kill him or what?” the guy who led the gang asked with a

no. Wouldn’t it be too easy for him if you just kill him? It’s no wonder that this young man is powerful, he is the guy who joined

bash him enough for him to fall but don’t kill him. Later, I want him to look at how I play with his

Master Hugo, you dare to say such words. Today, I’ll teach you a lesson on behalf of your father! If my daughter wasn’t here, I would kill you scumbags now! Since my daughter is here, I don’t want things to get too bloody. Let me teach you all some lessons!” After jackie said this, a fierce murderous

starting a killing spree. This was his own home and he did not want to fill the whole yard with blood. Furthermore, it would be difficult for him to hide his identity if he really killed Young Master Hugo and made things worse. He did not want to live as the superior, Supreme Warrior, anymore. He

of the world. Do you really think you’re so strong you can fight against a hundred men, and

huge joke. He waved his hand and ordered, “What’re you all

to me carefully, don’t attack the fatal parts. Just beat him until he falls, don’t kill him!

followers yelled and waved the bright

“A bunch of scum!” jackie sneered as he looked

and tattoos, they had skinny torsos. jackie could tell at one glance that these people were weak and did not train regularly. They just pretended by

Selena yelled from behind. She was very anxious when she saw so

me now, I would ask them to go easier on your man. These people have no control of themselves and weapons show no mercy. If your husband dies, you can only live as a widow!

could not help but swallow his saliva, his eyes filled with madness and anticipation. When he went to gather these gangsters, he also inquired about Selena’s situation. Upon inquiry, he knew that Selena’s husband was not welcomed in the Taylor family. If that

would not investigate as long

know. This method worked especially with the daughters of poor families who had no money and power. The families would be more than happy to accept the money he paid, let alone investigate the matter. Furthermore, based

him fiercely. She would rather

made Selena feel disgusted. This rich bastard was dishonorable to

Neil laughed out loud. Before he could finish speaking, the smile on his face

here rushed forward but did not manage to even touch jackie’s hair. They got thrown backward and fell heavily on the ground

like footballs. They rolled several meters away and within seconds, nobody was left in

this guy? Why is he so good?” A guy with yellow hair managed to get back up on his feet. His voice was trembling

We can’t handle this, you…you need to think of another

and his chest was in pain. It made him wonder if he had a broken bone. He gritted his teeth and waved before

guys are useless!” Neil looked at the guys who ran away

noticed jackie was looking at him with a smile.

dignity if I let you leave like this? This isn’t

of the Hugo’s…” Neil gritted his teeth, prepared to

jackie turned his hand and slapped Neil real hard. A big palm print flashed

start. There’s no need for you to

telling you, if you dare

Slap!

“You…”

Slap!

Neil was so dazed

dare to do it anymore!” Neil was afraid of getting beaten. He knelt and knocked his knees hard on the ground. Then he started

right now if it wasn’t for my daughter, she doesn’t have to

use much strength. If he was serious with

bad. You’re my brother. I’ve repented. Please

and almost wet

Neil retrieved his

to disappear as quickly as possible! And, don’t call me brother. I don’t have such a rubbish

to his sports car and

so many sports cars. He crashed a Ferrari this morning and now he’s driving a Porsche!” jackie said as he smiled bitterly before

was stunned by then. That was the Hugo family’s Second Young Master. jackie slapped him three times…

be the food delivery man in her eyes, he

guys away!” The innocent and naive Kylie clapped her hand in excitement with

feeling somewhat confused. “ jackie, you’re really too powerful. Those gangsters were carrying knives. I had no

bully me?” jackie laughed. Gently

so much

86 “Oh, don’t tell mum and the others about what happened just now. They shouldn’t

offended the Hugo family’s young master. My mother might scold you again if she

was in her arms and said, “Kylie, don’t tell both your grandmother about how your father beat the

“Okay!” Kylie nodded obediently.

Joan and her maid, Shauna, came back from a walk in the

come have a look. See what I got you!” Joan

hawthorns!” Kylie was excited seeing the candied hawthorns. She ran toward Joan as Selena put her on the

are going to work tomorrow. Don’t you want to

it, it just looks a little old!” jackie smiled. He did not pay much attention to clothes and food. What he wanted to do most was to make up for what he owed his mother and

him snobbishly, he would still repay her for

the evening, the family happily had dinner

early and gave Andrew a second treatment. He then sent Selena to work with his

jackie did not expect was, Fiona, Ben, and Xena stalked him in a taxi not long after he had left

to the Drake Group’s headquarters that belonged to the Drake family, watched as Selena entered the company

Xena, on the other hand, sat in a cafe opposite the

see if brother-in-law can really be a bodyguard here. Why can’t we just ask him when he gets

It sounded so natural from your mouth,

roll her eyes at Ben. “Don’t you forget. It was this person who caused our family to become what it is today. Otherwise, we wouldn’t have a problem getting food on the table for the past five years. If it wasn’t for him, your sister would be doing great in the Taylor family. You would definitely not be looked down upon when you go

that he would buy a car for me after he gets his salary. I can choose whatever car I want as long as the

him? And you’ll continue calling him your brother-in-law

glared at Ben and continued, “Aren’t you afraid that Miss Tanya fooled him? I’m afraid of that so I came here to see for

is sensible. What should we do if he was refused by the employer and did not go to work, but comes home and lies to us? So the most insured

Xena also nodded and the three of them looked

electric scooter and was about to enter the mansion. However, a few bodyguards who were guarding

can go in? Do you know what this place is? The Drake family mansion! Is this a place that someone with an electric scooter can go in?” One of

from the car, “If my scooter

loud. “The Drake family mansion is very, very big and there is also a specific parking space. Even us, as bodyguards, have parking spaces to park our cars. However, there are no

as bodyguards have an annual salary of 200 or 300 thousand. We can easily buy a car that’s worth a few hundred thousand, who would

what do you plan

a new bodyguard here! Miss Tanya hired

his cigarettes before handing it

you are the bodyguard just hired

bitterly. He directly placed it into his mouth as they did not want it. He lit it up and took a breath, “In my opinion, it is a good cigarette as long as I like it.

suddenly laughed, “Then should you say that you are used to riding an electric scooter, so you

much about you guys. I would not come and be the Drake family’s bodyguard if it weren’t for Miss Tanya’s face, together with the fact that she helped my wife and I had free time!” After jackie

a bodyguard based on Miss Tanya’s face? Are

highest can go up to several hundred thousand. There are also commanders with salaries of millions and you dare say you disdain this job? Who are you fooling? Tell us honestly about your identity. Otherwise, don’t

bodyguards by getting a group of people and select them through martial act competitions. We normally recruit eight