"Mr. Dan, Ms. Coco," Camellia said slowly, a trace of solemnity flickering in her eyes. "While it's true that the reason I gave up Platinum Casino is so I can get my son back, the problem is that it's something we Jacksons have built with a lot of effort."Between connections, information, and wealth, only wealth can be replaced. The rest is nearly irreplaceable. Handing it over to some young pup is a massive loss for us, and it's not something I can willingly accept. Not to mention, Harvey is someone frighteningly adept at leveraging power."I have no doubt he'll use Platinum Casino against us. When that happens, we're going to suffer."Coco could hear the resentment in Camellia's words and said softly, "It's true all of this has slipped beyond our control. In our original plan, Harvey couldn't possibly do anything to us, no matter how capable he is. At most, he'd get it in name while we still pull the strings from behind the scenes."We didn't expect him to pull the rug right und

Dan lifted his wineglass and took a sip. Then he asked coolly. "What is it, then?"Gaius narrowed his eyes and slowly said, "The most important thing we must do now is to compensate Beresford."Dan slowly said, "We didn't injure Beresford. Why should we compensate him? Isn't it best for him to live on as he resents both Harvey and Lanny?"Gaius smiled. "True. We didn't cause his injuries. But don't forget how much we nudged things behind the scenes. Even if Beresford is a fool, he's backed by an entire family with Divine Lineage and the Knights Templar."If his family started digging for the truth, we would have really sabotaged ourselves. That's why we need to compensate him and make sure he's satisfied at this time. That way, he'll stand with us regardless of who's right or wrong and fight Harvey to the end."Gaius continued, "I know you'll find it disgraceful to speak meekly toward someone like Beresford. That's why you don't need to personally handle this. Leave it to me. All

Lanny held a worn ledger in her hands as she and Harvey were inside her office.It was a forged ledger. But there were times when even a forged article could be mistaken for the genuine one.Harvey's casual remark had sparked an inspiration in Lanny, though she was still trying to figure out how to act on it. Harvey wasn't in a hurry, so he simply sipped his tea.Now that he had entrusted Lanny with the casino, there was no point in second-guessing her. He believed in delegating fully or not at all. He was certain that Lanny would use this opportunity to strike at Dan decisively.Just as Harvey was about to leave, a soft knock came from the office door. A uniformed staff member walked in and bowed respectfully. She placed a freshly brewed cup of coffee on Lanny's desk. "Your hand-ground coffee, Ms. Lanny.""Thanks," Lanny said with a nod. After she left, she gave Harvey a glance."Mr. Harvey, I know you prefer tea, but I'm different. I like things that hit quickly. Coffee, for ex

"After all, it's better to clear up any major misunderstandings beforehand than to cause a scene during the party itself, right?" Alexei offered the explanation cautiously."By the way, where is Ms. Mandy? Events like these are great for networking and getting to know the influential and the wealthy. This is a perfect opportunity for her."Harvey calmly said, "She's never had much to do with Grand City. Her business has little overlap with the underworld. I didn't want her to get dragged into this, so I sent her away."Alexei paused briefly before nodding. "That's for the best. Right, did Dan and his cohort just let it go after you took over Platinum Casino? They didn't try to pull you into some scheme?"Harvey coolly said, "They've gone after Lanny, but not me. But I doubt it will end there. Everything will start again once the Hierophant's party is over. Of course, they might even make their moves during the party itself."Harvey shrugged unconcern at that. While Grand City look

Harvey and Dan locked eyes, neither looking away. Both of them looked at each other with deep understanding.Meanwhile, Juliana shuddered, as if she received some kind of command. She gritted her teeth and decisively yelled, "Search the car!"At her command, all her men charged forward like wolves closing in. Their target was clear, the passenger seat Harvey was sitting in moments earlier. But when they opened the compartment, they were all stunned.It was as if they couldn't accept it, they searched every inch of the car. When they reached the end, their expressions darkened."Ms. Juliana, there's nothing," the man leading the investigation said, his face pale.Both Juliana and Hawk froze before crying out, "Impossible!"The two of them ran to the car and tried to search the compartment with their bandaged arms. But there was nothing there at all.Juliana was on the verge of breaking down as she glared at Harvey. "Where's the Staff of Jekuthiel? Where is it? Where is the staff