The Guardian's Return by Old Pumpkin

Chapter 49

Stephen then explained the situation in North Hill City, clarifying that the city was in chaos because the remaining forces that used to work under Ethan had

decided to make their last stand and challenge the authorities.

Fortunately, with the support of Lytton, the mayor, Shawn, and the police commander, Eric, were eliminating the remaining forces for good. Even though many businesses were forced to close down and investors had left the market, Stephen believed the investors would return as long as the city returned to normal.

North Hill City was not the most advanced city in the country, but as a key part of Riveria, it had massive potential to grow. Anyone who left now would regret it later when they would have to fight tooth and nail to re-enter.

After learning about the truth, George grunted coldly. "So it's Ethan again. Hmph! To be pulling out these underhanded moves? I bet he's getting desperate."

Stephen nodded in agreement. “He is. He wants to drag us down with him, but he has overestimated his strength and underestimated us."

George laughed. "When he finds out his plan has failed, I don't think he'll be able to sleep at night. I want to see him suffer."

will have the chance soon. The town of Lytton has performed well in this incident, and the town's mayor,

the other businesses and investors were ready to bail, he chose to stay and help Shawn and

looked surprised. "That is a dutiful and talented

to reward him. I'll see what I have,"

and they came across a proposal to

proposal, Brandon pointed out that the place they wanted to develop was a barren land next to Lytton. If the town were given control of it, it could generate significant economic growth for

Ethan who declined the application,

reason.

him. When the other developers see

when Lytton gets the rights to develop

to develop the

Stephen smirked.

like that, a perfect cycle is set

up. "It's a brilliant move. You sure are Simon's son.

Stephen was delighted.