All Chapters of The One Above All: Chapter 271
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C265: I Won't Disappoint You
"You...!" Iris' fingers clenched tightly at her sides. For a moment, she couldn't even find the words to respond. She had expected Tristan to threaten her, perhaps use his family's influence to make things difficult for Raven & Radiance. But she hadn't expected him to act so quickly.He had actually managed to get the Quality and Standards Bureau to target the entire company.This wasn't just a threat anymore. It was a direct attempt to destroy Raven & Radiance."Iris, weren't you going to call the police earlier?" Naomi's voice suddenly rang out. The smug smile on her face made it obvious how pleased she was with the situation."Now that your company has been blacklisted, let's see if you still dare to call the police." She folded her arms and let out a mocking scoff. "Hmph!""Iris, I advised you earlier, but you refused to listen." Catherine immediately joined in, her previous anxiety replaced by a look of satisfaction. "Now look at what has happened."She glanced toward the employe
C266: I'll Give You Twenty Minutes
Veyron's lips curled into a cold sneer. "I'm afraid you will be disappointed.""Hmph!" Naomi snorted and turned her face away.At a time like this, this bastard still had the nerve to act arrogant. Raven & Radiance was already facing a crisis, yet he behaved as though nothing had happened.Tristan, however, wasn't in a hurry to argue with him."How about this?" He lifted his wrist and casually glanced at the time. "I'll give you twenty minutes to come up with a solution."“And Miss Blackwell...” His gaze shifted toward Iris, and his eyes narrowed slightly. "You have less than twenty minutes to decide whether you want to accept my offer. If you agree, you may still be able to save your company.""If not..." He deliberately paused. His expression darkened, and his unfinished words carried more weight than anything he could have said.Everyone understood the meaning. If Iris refused, Raven & Radiance would have to face the full force of his influence.The crowd exchanged uneasy glances,
C267: Rectification
As the middle-aged man rushed forward, several people in the crowd immediately recognized him."Wait..." Victor's eyes widened. "Isn't that the leader of the Highmont Quality and Standards Bureau, Jude Parker?"The moment he said it, the entire crowd erupted in whispers."The head of the Quality and Standards Bureau?""Why is he here?""Could he be the person Veyron called earlier?""But how is that possible?"Everyone's attention shifted toward Jude Parker as he continued walking forward, several guards following behind him.Nobody had expected the head of the bureau to personally appear at Raven & Radiance.And considering the timing of his arrival, it was difficult not to connect him with the phone call Veyron had made earlier.Naomi, however, didn't seem concerned. Instead, she snickered coldly and glanced sideways at Iris. "Why else would he be here?""Isn't it because of Raven & Radiance?" Her expression became increasingly sinister. "They violated the regulations, so Jude Parke
C268: You Want An Explanation?
Listening to their protests, the crowd immediately became furious.Why were Victor and Catherine speaking as though they were the innocent parties in all of this? Hadn't their actions contributed to the situation in the first place?They had accepted Naomi's money, helped her manipulate the situation, and now they were standing here criticizing Iris for refusing to compromise."What are they even complaining about?""They were the ones who caused this mess in the first place.""Exactly. Now they're acting like President Blackwell is the unreasonable one."The customers began whispering among themselves, their sympathy for Iris growing even stronger.Meanwhile, Iris was still staring at Veyron with wide eyes. She tugged lightly at his sleeve and lowered her voice. "Was the person you called earlier Mr. Parker?"Veyron didn't answer. He merely smiled calmly. His expression neither confirmed nor denied her suspicion. But Iris already had a faint idea of the answer.Compared to Veyron's r
C269: She Must Be Punished
Tristan Harrington clenched his fists tightly. An oppressive anger flashed through his eyes as he stared at Augustus Laurent.Just moments ago, he had taken the initiative to greet Augustus. Yet the other man hadn't even acknowledged his existence.But now, Augustus had personally approached Veyron and shaken his hand. The difference in treatment was impossible to ignore.Tristan's expression darkened. This old bastard was obviously looking down on him!But before he could say anything, Augustus Laurent turned toward the crowd."Everyone!" His voice immediately silenced the surrounding whispers. "After conducting a proper investigation, we have confirmed that the contamination found in the jewelry was caused by Naomi Rossi and her company, Naomi's Gems."The moment Augustus said those words, everyone's attention shifted toward Naomi. Her face instantly became pale.He then continued without giving her a chance to defend herself. "Raven & Radiance is also a victim in this matter, just
C270: Watch Your Back
The crowd watched in silence as the police officers handcuffed Naomi.Her face was streaked with tears, and her once carefully maintained appearance was now completely disheveled. Her hair was messy, her makeup had become smudged, and the arrogance she had displayed earlier was nowhere to be seen. She looked genuinely frightened."Don't panic, okay?" Tristan reached out and gently patted her head before the officers began leading her away.He lowered his head and whispered into her ear. "I'll get you out soon. I'll also make sure every piece of news about this is blocked. Just trust me."Naomi looked up at him with tear-filled eyes. She trusted him. She knew that with the Harrington family's influence, he would do everything possible to get her out. But knowing that didn't stop her from feeling aggrieved."You must get me out soon..." Her voice trembled. "Soon..."She looked so pitiful that several people in the crowd couldn't help feeling some sympathy for her, despite everything sh
C271: I'll Be Waiting
"I simply contacted Cartier and informed them of what was happening. I didn't expect their Chairman to find out about it." Veyron shrugged casually. "Besides, it's normal for him to help. Raven & Radiance has signed several projects with Cartier, so this incident would affect them too.""Oh." Iris nodded slowly, a slightly bitter smile appearing on her lips.Her voice dropped into a quiet mumble. "I was starting to think you were really the Legendary Warlord... But how could that be?"Veyron heard her clearly. He shook his head with a faint smile. He had already explained it to her countless times. And after everything that had happened today, the evidence was becoming more obvious by the day.Yet Iris still refused to believe him. For some reason, she seemed determined to find another explanation for everything he did.Veyron lowered both hands onto the desk and leaned slightly toward her. His icy-green eyes held a hint of amusement."What if I really am the Legendary Warlord?" he as
C272: What If I Told You...
"You..." Tristan gestured toward the guard standing by the entrance. "Contact Raymond Aldridge for me.""Yes, sir." The bodyguard nodded and immediately walked out.As soon as he left, several servants entered the room and began cleaning up the mess. They carefully gathered the shattered pieces of the golden statue and removed the broken fragments scattered across the floor.Tristan picked up his keys and left the residence. He drove to Western Nights, a luxurious five-star hotel that he frequently visited whenever he wanted some peace and relaxation.---An elderly man with a head full of gray hair was escorted into a private room by a waitress dressed in a short, fitted outfit.She pointed toward the inner room and smiled politely. "Master Raymond, Lord Harrington is waiting for you over there.""Hmm. Thank you." Raymond Aldridge nodded and followed her directions.When he entered the inner room, his gaze immediately landed on Tristan.The young man was sitting comfortably on the so
C273: What's In It For You?
The murderous intent on Raymond Aldridge's face instantly disappeared. He stared at Tristan carefully, his eyes narrowing with curiosity."What exactly do you mean, Lord Harrington?"Tristan took another sip from his glass before placing it on the table with a soft clink. He leaned back comfortably and repeated himself."I said, if I have a way to help you defeat both Ancient Sage Medical Pavilion and Cartier, would you be willing to try?"Raymond's eyes trembled. The gloom that had filled his face moments ago was replaced by unmistakable excitement. Even his breathing became slightly heavier."If I may ask..." His voice carried a trace of eagerness. "What exactly is your plan, Lord Harrington?"Tristan smiled faintly. "I have received word that Gerald Cromwell is coming to Highmont in search of a divine physician capable of curing his illness."He picked up one bottle and poured the liquor into two glasses. "If you can cure him, I'll personally persuade him to invest heavily in both
C274: What Use Was Endless Wealth?
A villa located in an upscale hilltop estate was unusually quiet that night. The luxurious residence stood on a secluded piece of land on the outskirts of Highmont, surrounded by beautifully maintained gardens and towering trees.Normally, the villa would have been bustling with activity. Servants would move quietly through the corridors while guests and family members came and went. But tonight, an oppressive silence hung over the entire residence, making the atmosphere unusually heavy.Inside one of the bedrooms, Gerald Cromwell lay weakly against the headboard of his bed.The once-powerful patriarch had become frighteningly thin. His cheeks were sunken, his skin was deathly pale, and the sharpness that once dominated his eyes had almost completely disappeared.He no longer looked like the powerful head of one of the most influential families in the provincial capital. He looked like a man standing at the edge of death."Cough! Cough!"A violent coughing fit suddenly wracked his bod