Rowan had been in the construction industry for many years. Although he had never handled a project worth billions, he had reviewed enough contracts to know that larger projects usually came with stricter terms and far more complicated clauses.Yet the document in his hands was astonishingly simple. There were no penalty clauses. No compensation requirements. No deadlines. Nothing.Rowan squinted at the contract, his expression becoming increasingly complicated.In other words, even if he acquired an unfinished project elsewhere, completed it, and handed it over to the Kingswell family, they would have no grounds to hold him accountable.The contract practically gave him complete freedom. How strange.Not only Rowan, but Ivan Sterling and all the guests wore equally baffled expressions after hearing his concerns.The hall quickly descended into whispers."Are you sure that's a contract?""What kind of contract doesn't have penalty clauses?""It sounds more like a blank check.""Exactly

Meanwhile, back at the Sterling family villa, several minutes after Kael and Rowan left, Ivan was still standing in the same spot.His fingers dug painfully into his palms and his expression was so gloomy that even the nearby servants didn't dare breathe loudly."How dare that bastard threaten me?!"He gritted his teeth and glared toward the entrance as though Kael was still standing there."Just because you happened to save Old Master Kingswell's life, you think you can threaten me now?"His chest rose and fell violently. "You were merely lucky enough to receive a contract as repayment for a favor. Do you really think you've become some important figure overnight?""Hmph!" He slammed a fist onto the table. "I'll see how long you can keep up this arrogant act!"The more Ivan thought about it, the angrier he became. Tonight should have been his moment.His rise to power. His opportunity to establish himself as Solara's most influential figure.Instead, Kael had publicly humiliated him

THUD!THUD!THUD!Mr. Blackridge repeatedly knocked his forehead against the pavement."Thank you, Mr. Sterling! Thank you!" His voice was filled with relief and gratitude.At the same time, the other guests who had rushed out of the banquet finally arrived at the scene.When they saw Mr. Blackridge kneeling and apologizing, none of them dared hesitate.THUMP!THUMP!THUMP!One after another, they lowered themselves to their knees."Mr. Sterling, please forgive me!""Mr. Sterling, please spare me!""I was blind earlier!""Mr. Sterling, I promise I'll support you from now on!""Please give me another chance!""..."Apologies rang out continuously. Some promised loyalty. Some offered business partnerships. And others almost burst into tears from anxiety.Every one of them wanted to repair their relationship with Rowan.After all, he now possessed a project worth ten billion dollars.Anyone with half a brain knew that Rowan Sterling was destined to rise. And as long as he forgave them, t

VROOM!The camouflaged jeep came to a halt in front of Hillside Cemetery at the foot of the mountain.The moment the vehicle stopped, Kael pushed the door open and strode quickly toward the section where Bridget's grave was located.When he arrived, a middle-aged man was already kneeling before the tombstone.His expensive robe was stained with dirt and blood, while bruises covered most of his face. Several stern-looking soldiers surrounded him from all directions, their expressions cold and unfriendly.Two rifles were even aimed directly at his head.The moment Kael approached, he spoke coldly, "Tell me where my wife is, and I might let you leave this place alive."The middle-aged man slowly turned his head. A crooked grin spread across his bloodied face, exposing broken teeth stained red.His eyes swept across Kael's body casually, but there was no sign of recognition in them. Which was understandable. The two had never officially met before.Instead, he snorted disdainfully. "So y

The smile on Kael's face widened slightly when he saw the bewildered expression on Constantine's face."I take it you've heard of him."Constantine's lips twitched. He had heard of him? Who in Valoria hadn't heard of the King of Valor? That man was a living legend.At a young age, he had swept across battlefields, crushed countless enemies, and shattered records that many believed could never be broken.He became the youngest war lord in the country's history and was personally bestowed the title of King of Valor.For an entire month, every major news outlet in the country broadcasted his achievements.His name was known by children, adults, soldiers, and politicians alike.How could Constantine possibly not know him?What he didn't understand was why Kael suddenly brought up the King of Valor."So," Kael asked calmly, "do you really think I would fear a royal family from the provincial capital?"Constantine froze. His pupils constricted violently as a terrifying thought surfaced in