The moment Johnson asked the question, the entire room became silent.Nobody moved nor spoke in the room. Even the four ladies standing at the corner of the room unconsciously held their breath.The atmosphere suddenly became heavy.Gibson Mencho slowly turned his head toward Johnson. He could not understand the confidence with which the young man had spoken.He silently asked himself, "What exactly did this young man do for King Bazz's children?""What kind of favor deserves this level of gratitude? How can he boldly ask King Bazz for any help he wants?"Gibson had known King Bazz for many years. He knew very well that King Bazz was not the type of man who owed anyone.If anything, people owed him. A lot of underground dogs kneel before him for favor.Yet today… One of the most feared underground kings in the region was sitting before a young man, waiting for his request.King Bazz himself did not answer immediately. Instead, he leaned back slightly and remained quiet.He replayed Jo

The room returned to absolute silence. Nobody spoke. Nobody even dared to breathe loudly.Every pair of eyes was fixed on Gibson Mencho's vibrating phone.Questions were written across everyone's faces.Johnson did not hesitate. He quickly reached forward, snatched the phone from Gibson Mencho's trembling hands, and answered the call before it could disconnect.Without saying a word, he switched on the loudspeaker and gently placed the phone at the center of the table.Everyone leaned slightly forward. No one knew who was about to speak.For a few seconds there was nothing but silence. Then a voice came through the speaker.It was calm and mature. It was clearly a man's voice."Gibson Mencho."The entire room froze.The mysterious caller continued."I warned you never to investigate the deal we made twenty-five years ago."Nobody interrupted him."If you fail to keep our agreement, believe me I will not hesitate to come after you and your entire family."The voice remained calm throug

Emily frowned the moment she saw the notification from City Bank. She looked at the sender's name again."City Bank?"She sighed heavily. "I already asked these people for a one-month extension. Why are they disturbing me again this early in the morning?"Her beautiful face tightened with frustration. Small wrinkles formed across her forehead as she angrily tapped the message."I hope they are not withdrawing the extension they approved yesterday."She slowly opened the message. The moment her eyes landed on the contents. Her eyes widened. The wrinkles on her face disappeared instantly.Her breathing became slower as she carefully read every single line. She did not want to miss even one word.She read it again. Then she read it a third time. Finally, she whispered,"The loan has been cleared?"She looked at the screen once more. The message clearly stated that the outstanding loan had been fully settled and the Wilson Mansion had been released from every financial obligation.Emily b

Johnson was dressed in a perfectly tailored black suit that fitted his body as though it had been made specially for him.The suit rested neatly on his broad shoulders, and his polished black shoes sparkled even under the fading evening sunlight. His neatly combed hair and confident posture made him look like someone born into wealth and power.Emily stood beside her car, completely speechless. Her eyes slowly moved from his polished shoes to his face.Her lips parted in surprise. She blinked several times. She almost doubted whether the man walking toward her was truly Johnson.Johnson noticed the surprise written all over her beautiful face. A gentle smile appeared on his lips.He slowly walked toward her with confidence. When he finally stood before her, he gently took her right hand.Without saying a word immediately, he bent slightly and softly kissed her knuckles.Then he looked into her eyes. "You look beautiful as always."Emily finally returned to her senses. Her cheeks immed

Bethany and George stood where they were, completely stunned. Neither of them could understand what had just happened.They watched helplessly as Samuel Briggs respectfully led Johnson and Emily toward the entrance of the banquet hall.George frowned deeply.Bethany slowly turned toward him."George, what just happened?"George remained quiet for a few seconds. His eyes never left Samuel."I... I don't know."Bethany became more confused."You introduced yourself. You even told him who you are.""He didn't even acknowledge you."George sighed heavily. "Maybe..."He paused."Maybe he is upset because he thought I was also involved in the argument."Bethany thought about it for a few moments before nodding."That must be it. But it was Johnson's fault after all. He was the one who started about someone leaving in sorrows.George forced a smile."Don't think too much about it. The important thing is the contract."Bethany nodded. "You're right."She suddenly frowned again. She looked towa