It was 7 o'clock in the evening, one hour before the banquet was about to begin.
The top hall of the Forest Hotel was packed with businessmen.
The World Tree Group was hosting the banquet, and almost all the important figures in Georgia's business community were present.
It was a grand event in the business of Georgia.
Catherine Daphne and her family had also come to attend the banquet.
"Catherine, you look so pretty today!"
Fiona Daphne exclaimed, admiring Catherine's radiant beauty.
Catherine was wearing a light yellow evening gown that exposed her snow-white shoulders. Her exquisite face looked even more enchanting under light makeup.
Fiona, on the other hand, was younger and livelier, dressed more provocatively.
However, compared to Catherine's elegance and grace, she fell short.
"This is our first time attending such a high-end banquet. It's truly a memorable moment. Catherine, you should thank Mr. Smith. I'm sure he sent us these three invitations."
Their mother Linda couldn't help but say with excitement.
However, she made a mistake.
The invitations were arranged by Arthur himself, with the purpose of sharing his achievements with Catherine at the banquet and crowning her as the "Queen" of World Tree in front of the city's wealthy elite.
Unfortunately, life doesn't give second chances.
Moreover, even if there were a chance to redo it, she would still miss out on all of this.
"Look, isn't that Johnson Smith! Let's go find him."
Fiona spoke excitedly, pointing to a tall figure in the crowd.
Meanwhile, Catherine looked at Johnson, who was chatting and smiling with others, and somehow, she couldn't help but think of Arthur.
Indeed, Johnson was far superior to that worthless scum!
...
Meanwhile, outside the World Tree Group building, all the bodyguards stood in a row, watching as a man walked out from the entrance.
They shouted in unison, "Young Master, please get in the car."
Robin Thatcher, with her short hair and dressed in a high-end tailored black suit, looked sharp and efficient.
She quickly walked up to Arthur and said gently, "Young Master, please get in the car."
"The Forest Hotel is only a few miles away from here. There's no need to take the car."
Arthur shook his head in response, looking at the luxurious fleet of Rolls-Royces.
Instead, he leisurely walked towards a dilapidated electric bicycle parked aside.
"Buddy, maybe it will be the last time you carry me. Let's bid farewell to the past."
Arthur muttered as he touched the bicycle's body, reminiscing.
In these years since getting married, Arthur had no right to drive or even be seated in Daphne's family's cars.
This electric bicycle became his most loyal companion, accompanying him on grocery shopping trips...
The dilapidated vehicle seemed unable to bear Arthur's weight and swayed as it headed towards the Forest Hotel.
The luxurious car fleet, after a brief moment of confusion, helplessly followed behind.
Thus, a peculiar scene formed: a luxurious Rolls-Royce escorting a shabby electric bicycle.
Ten minutes later, outside the Forest Hotel.
Arthur arrived at his exclusive parking spot and was about to park.
Suddenly, a Lamborghini sped quickly, attempting to steal the spot.
Arthur couldn't dodge in time, and the electric bicycle collided head-on with the Lamborghini's front, nearly deforming.
A middle-aged bald man got out of the car, with tattoos on his head and wearing a Rolex on his hand.
He pointed at Arthur and began cursing.
"Are you blind? This is the parking lot for cars! What are you doing here on your electric bicycle?"
Arthur was speechless. He didn't expect to encounter such a thing even at the hotel.
The hotel belonged to him, and so did the parking space.
He was free to park whatever vehicle he wanted, even if it was a tractor.
"Is this a place where you poor bastard can get in? Get out of here with your broken electric bicycle!"
"If you don't leave, I'll beat you up."
He insulted while pushing Arthur.
Initially, Arthur wasn't planning to take it seriously and thought of it as his own misfortune.
But the man's behavior infuriated him.
Arthur parked it in front of the Lamborghini, blocking it, and calmly looked at him.
"Apologize."
"What? Apologize? You think a beggar like you who rides an electric bicycle can make a successful person like me apologize?"
The bald man laughed as if he had heard a funny joke.
At this moment, the passenger seat window rolled down, revealing a heavily made-up woman's face and her practically overflowing cleavage.
"Darling, what's going on? Aren't we going to the banquet? Just give this beggar a little money and expel him away."
The sexy woman impatiently muttered.
"You're such an embarrassment to men with the way you act!"
The man sneered, took out a few thousand dollars from his wallet, and threw it onto Arthur's face.
"Is it enough? Enough to buy you ten of that! Now get lost before I beat you up."
This kind of superior attitude seemed to have clearly defined the social classes.
Seeing the scattered Franklin bills on the ground, Arthur smiled coldly.
It was the first time that someone dared to throw money at him, and it happened on his own turf.
The middle-aged man got back into his car and neatly parked the Lamborghini in its spot.
As for Arthur’s bicycle blocking the way, he simply rammed into it.
Finally, the already overloaded electric bicycle fell apart.
The window of the Lamborghini rolled down again, and the man raised his middle finger at Arthur and said angrily.
"Beggar, if you don't leave, believe me, I'll find someone to teach you a lesson. Even Jesus can't save you, I promise!"
Meanwhile, the woman in the passenger seat looked at him in admiration.
However, Arthur, looking at the debris and parts of the electric car scattered on the ground, became furious.
It had accompanied him for almost three years, witnessing his marriage in daily life during that period. It was his "buddy"!
He approached quickly, grabbed the man's extended middle finger from the window, and swiftly twisted it.
"Ah!"
After a crisp sound, the man immediately cried out in pain.
Arthur then proceeded to punch him in the face, one punch after another, as his nose began to bleed profusely.
"Mine is worth more than ten of yours," Arthur said.
The surrounding pedestrians were all shocked to see it.
An electric bicycle owner was violently beating up a Lamborghini owner.
What a crazy world!
Even the sexy woman beside him covered her mouth, frightened.
It wasn't until the man managed to struggle to his feet, wiped the blood off his face, and pointed angrily at Arthur, saying.
"Do you know who I am? You're finished! Even Jesus can't save you, I promise it again!"
However, the fleet was slowly approaching...
A group of well-dressed men stepped out of the car, imposing and majestic, forming a line next to Arthur.They looked like a group of underworld bosses, respectfully protecting their "godfather".Robin Thatcher, the leader, quickly walked over, her face filled with anxiety."Young Master, are you alright? Sorry for my late arrival!""It's fine." Arthur took a deep breath, temporarily releasing his inner anger.His expression softened as he replied to her.The middle-aged man was shocked at the dramatic development, his eyes widened and his voice trembling."How...how is this possible?"Robin sneered and glanced at him with cold eyes, asking,"Young Master, how do you plan to punish this trash?"Hearing this serious conversation, the sexy woman beside the man couldn't help but chuckle."Young Master? This loser on an electric bicycle? Who does he think he is? Are all of you actors hired by him? Hollywood?"After laughing, she shook the man who was still in a daze and added."Darling, c
On the driver's seat of a blazing red Ferrari, a beautiful female gazed at Arthur's departing figure, her eyes filled with admiration and desire.She just witnessed the entire process of Arthur beating the middle-aged man.A wealthy man driving a Lamborghini, beaten up by him, had to beg for forgiveness!Is this the privilege of those top billionaires?Annie Stacy's face flushed with excitement.As long as she can climb this high branch, she will truly enter the "new world."She had dressed up carefully for tonight's banquet.Wearing an elegant black evening gown, her bare shoulders are fair and enticing, her angelic face and seductive figure...She is extremely confident that she will be the most eye-catching star at the banquet tonight!However, in order to hook Arthur, this "big fish," she needed to take more aggressive measures!... ...In the hall, Arthur held a glass of champagne in his hand, enjoying the buffet provided at the banquet.He hadn't eaten much all day.Suddenly, a
"Catherine, you have no idea what an outstanding man you've missed out on!" The previous failure at this hotel did not discourage her but rather strengthened her determination. Get up where you fell! No one can say "no" to Annie Stacey; no one can resist her charm! Arthur didn't accept her before, but it was only because he still loved Catherine Daphne. However, when she saw Catherine hurling insults at Arthur, she couldn't help but jump with joy in her mind. "Catherine, thank you so much for the opportunity you've provided." It's like feeding her the dishes she preferred most! Regardless of the shocked gazes of the onlookers, Annie slowly took Arthur's arm and leaned against his shoulder. "Darling, don't stoop to this stupid woman's level. In my heart, you're the best." As soon as these words were spoken, the guests erupted into a commotion. "Big news! Annie Stacey actually openly declares that she has a boyfriend." "Bro, you're behind the times. The Georgia Times reporte
"Catherine, you're back."This woman full of anger, seeming like a volcano that was about to erupt, came back. Johnson smiled mildly at Catherine, leaving Fiona, who had just been passionately involved with him, on the side. He had worked so hard to win over a high-quality lady like Catherine. How could he let Fiona, who was slightly inferior in both temperament and appearance, ruin everything? But if there's an opportunity, he would consider having a threesome with the two sisters! Imagining a scene of they getting together on the bed, a lecherous smile appeared on Johnson's face. However, his fantasy was quickly interrupted by a loud noise in front of him. Catherine, with an angry expression on her face, picked up the glass in front of her, downed it in one gulp, and smashed the empty glass forcefully on the table. It seemed that she was just expressing her deep-seated resentment towards someone. "Darling, what's wrong? Who made you so angry?" Johnson quickly handed her a
Under the watchful eyes of the crowd, Arthur seemed to have committed an unforgivable crime and was jeered by everyone. Johnson was delighted to see it. Especially when he noticed Catherine's disdainful expression towards Arthur, he felt extremely proud. It felt like... a lover praising your "little brother" for being harder, longer, and thicker than her husband. So, he brewed up some emotions, pretended to look admirably onto Catherine's face, and then approached her, holding her hands. "Catherine, you've been wronged. You maintained a three-year marriage with a scum like him!" Then, he turned around and stared angrily at Arthur. "Catherine is such a gentle, beautiful, kind-hearted woman, so perfect. And yet, you let her suffer for three years! Are you even a man?" These words immediately sparked discussions among the surrounding people. "This guy deceived Daphne's family's pretty daughter first, and now he's even deceiving Miss Stacy. He's truly despicable!" "Yeah, he's a
"Dad.""Mr. Smith."This middle-aged man was none other than John Smith, the head of the Smith family, one of Georgia's top figures.In the hall, those onlookers suddenly became restless.Johnson immediately got up and ran over, hiding behind his father. Other acquaintances also walked over to greet and flatter the powerful man of the Smith family.Unexpectedly, not only did the Smith family send Johnson to attend the banquet, but even someone as important as John himself came.The situation on the scene changed again, and everyone's gaze towards Arthur was filled with sympathy and... schadenfreude."Weren't you brave just now? Single-handedly taking on several bodyguards. Now that John Smith has come to support his son, so if you dare to continue being arrogant!"Afterwards, under Johnson's exaggerated account, John Smith became furious."A mere abandoned son-in-law from a discarded and unworthy family, you dare to bully my son!""Truly audacious, you are dancing on the Death’s sword
"Absolutely! I promise!"Lady Thatcher's words echoed through the entire hall, resounding loudly.The crowd fell silent, stunned by those words.Until..."What do you mean?"John Smith's face couldn't hide his dissatisfaction, asking in a severe tone.Even though Robin Thatcher had an extraordinary background and powerful support from a mysterious force.But the Smith family was not to be trifled with either.She had rebuked him so harshly, refusing to give him face.It was too much!Seeing the two business tycoons at odds, someone immediately stepped forward to mediate."Mr. Smith, Lady Thatcher, both of you are pillars of the Georgia business. We mustn't let anger get the best of us. Harmony leads to prosperity. Please be calm.""Perhaps what happened earlier was just a slip of the tongue from Lady Thatcher."Unexpectedly, Thatcher snorted coldly and emphasized again."Let me say it again. Whoever dares to harm Arthur is my enemy! The enemy of the World Tree Group! There will be no
Presidential Suite on the top floor, the Forest Hotel."Young Master, Mr. William Rockefeller is very pleased to hear that you have divorced Catherine Daphne and, combined with your achievements in Georgia over the past three years, he hopes you can come back and take over his position to manage the whole Rockefeller family."Robin stood behind Arthur and said with a solemn tone.She had received a secret call from William Rockefeller before the banquet, hoping that she could persuade Arthur to return to the capital city and inherit the family.Upon hearing this, Arthur's lips curled into a disdainful smile and said,"Heh, go back? Inherit the family? Why? Is that old man William so eager to retire and enjoy himself with women around the world? He's really getting more and more debauched as he gets older!"Arthur always despised his father, the head of the first family in the capital.On the surface, his father was powerful and prestigious, a dignified figure.But in fact, he was a pl