Rise of the Rich and Powerful Jamie Ashford

Chapter 11

Everyone was stunned at the sight of Jamie as he walked out of the luxurious helicopter. For those who had no idea who he was, they were simply taken aback by the fact that this supposed member of the Ashford family looked quite young.

For these oblivious people, they began whispering to each other about it.

“What the hell? This guy looks to be in his early twenties. The way Mr. Goodwin was talking about him, I was certain they would be around the same age, but this guy looks to be as young as his daughter.”

“I know, right? Though he's incredibly hot. Fucking hell, look at that suit on him. You can tell his physique is banging. Getting a chance to fuck such a hot shot wouldn't be bad at all.”

Meanwhile, those who recognized Jamie were left too stunned to speak right now. Three of those people are Amanda, Megan, and Olivia.

Meghan shook her head with great confusion. “C….Could this really be the same no-good loser we met earlier today?! What exactly is going on here?!”

Olivia shook her head as well, her gaze glued on Jamie's imposing figure, elevated by the military figures surrounding the helicopter's door. “This was the same guy who was smelly and dirty mere hours ago at Clandestine! I even got Ms. Tricia to mess with him.”

Amanda hissed at the mention of Clandestine Fashion's manager. “Forget her! We all witnessed the appearance of the Red Fenix, so why is Jamie here?! How on earth did he survive that interaction with such a fearsome mob boss?!”

There was clearly so much confusion on why Jamie was here at all. 

No matter how the three ladies racked their brains, they couldn't even fathom how he would have ended up surviving his interaction with the leader of the Red Fenix gang, Ray Fenix. 

Yet, reality was hitting them hard in the guts. Not only did Ray Fenix not touch a single hair on him, apparently, but he somehow ended up in the helicopter specifically used to carry a blood-born member of the one and only Ashford family.

What the hell is going on?!!!!!!

As the three pompous ladies discuss this though, Amanda couldn't help but admit in her heart that Jamie looked incredibly handsome, far more than either of the Reynold brothers and their other male friends. 

Perhaps his handsome looks were even on par with that of the twelve-time Oscar winner, Tyson Crook, who was crowned the world's most handsome young male celebrity five times in a row by Billboard and three times in a row by Vanity Fair.

With all that said though, Amanda and the two ladies still couldn't deny the fact that Jamie was incredibly handsome.

Meanwhile, other guests at the event were whispering at each other, complementing Jamie's outfit and overall accessories.

“Look at that suit. That's a top-tier quality three-piece made by one of Hollywood's elite designers! It's worth well around $2 million!”

“What about that pair of shoes he has on? Can't you see the lights gleaming off those encrusted diamond patterns?! It's a very limited edition piece worth $3 million!”

“As expected of a member of the Ashford family. Look at his wristwatch. It has to be from one of the most exclusive brands on the continent. These kinds of designs are usually around $5 million.”

“Damn! So he's covered head to toe in clothes and accessories worth at least $10 million.”

The whole time, no one had dared stand back up on their feet until Jamie completely descended onto the huge yacht. He ignored the whisperings around him as he gracefully picked up a glass of wine and took a sip.

Those who knew him were a bit taken aback by his mannerisms. They had no idea he knew the etiquette of being at such an event.

As for those who didn't know him prior, his mannerism matched their expectations. Thus, they were further convinced that he was the real deal.

Mr. Goodwin was nervous and confused as he stared at Jamie. “Goodness, this young man was the one the Ashford family sent here? He must be an extremely capable young master. I was totally prepared to meet someone around my age. But this?”

He turned to his daughter.

“Sonia, my dear, I think it's best you go and welcome him. Firstly, at my age, I might end up annoying him. Once that happens, establishing any form of connection would become practically impossible.”

Not realizing that his daughter was trying to call his attention to something important, he kept on talking.

“Secondly, I have no idea how you Gen Z-iers greet each other. I think it's better if you go and welcome him to this party. After all, it's your birthday party.”

Tyson couldn't bear it anymore. “Mr. Goodwin, please, hold on! That boy! He's the no-good loser I was talking to you about!”

Both Mr. Goodwin and Tyson's parents whipped their necks as they gazed at Tyson in shock. “What?!”

Tyson nodded his head as he pointed at Sonia. “Well, go on! Tell them!”

Sonia kept glancing between her father's face and Jamie's new look. “I…Yes, it's him, Dad. I don't understand what's going on either. Look, let me handle it.”

Without waiting for a reply from her father, she rushed over to the Reynold family's table to find Stacy, who was also in shock. “C’mon, let's go say hi to Jamie, and ask for an explanation.”

As for both Jonathan and Nathan, who were initially stunned, they heard the whispers between the other guests, who had no idea of who Jamie was prior to this event, in admiration of his looks and outfits.

They also heard these oblivious guests talking about how Jamie's great physique made everything he was wearing look really great.

At that point, they could no longer take it anymore. They rushed out of their seats, overtaking both Susan and Stacy to get to Jamie first with the intent of ratting him out.

Jonathan pointed at Jamie while speaking out loud so everyone at this event could hear his words. “Hey, Jamie! What's a loser like you doing here without an invitation?!” 

Nathan chuckled as he pointed at his outfit. “And what in the absolute fuckery are you wearing?! You stacked together a bunch of rubbish to fool everyone here like you're some big shot! Dude, are you ducking seriously right now?! Do you have any idea how foolish you look right now?!”

Stacy shared a shocked glance with Sonia. “Jonathan, what are you guys….”

Nathan turned and glared at his sister with a raised finger. “Stay out of this, Stacy. Got it?”

Stacy was caught off guard by this and she didn't know what to say or do. Her troublesome brothers had already lit the flames of curiosity within the hearts of the audience with their words.

Everyone here was now wondering why the Reynold family's sons were berating this newcomer. They must know him then.

Jamie simply stood with his hands in his pocket. In the past, he would have felt distraught because he was in a disadvantageous state compared to them. 

Now, things couldn't be any further from the past.

Jamie raised an eyebrow at his former stepbrother's. “You two, are you dumb or what? It seems you've had too many glasses of wine already. I wouldn't be here if I wasn't invited, so what are you two barking about?”

Jamie's words made the audience chuckle. The way he had spoken back to Jonathan and Nathan was very calm, carrying a trace of superiority both in his tone and demeanor.

Initially taken aback by the fact that Jamie was throwing their insults back in their faces, Nathan was furious. “Jamie, what game are you playing here? You showed up uninvited, and in an aircraft that you possibly can't pay for with the accumulated amount you earn in three lifetimes!”

Jonathan chuckled with a mocking tone, his expression of disdain heavy. “Brother, I think this son of a dead whore must have done something heinous to get here in this helicopter.”

Hearing these words, one of the military-dressed bodyguards turned to Jamie. “Sir, do I have your permission to take action?”

With his gaze still on the Reynold family's brothers, Jamie nodded his head at the bodyguard. “Do it. Though keep it light.”

Before anyone could question what was happening, the bodyguard who made the request suddenly rushed forward to deliver a slap to Jonathan's face, which sent the young man tumbling against the nearest table.

The bodyguard then spoke with a cold voice. “Mister, never speak about my boss's mother like that again. Otherwise, my fellow bodyguards and I will be forced to utilize serious force to shut you up for good. You have been warned. Whether you comply or not is in your hands. Do not blame us for whatever happens next.”

The reaction was as expected. Everyone watching was stunned by this slap, but it reaffirmed something in their hearts. These bodyguards were not ordinary. 

This slightly domineering display is something only a bodyguard from an indomitable family would dare slap a son of the Reynold family.

Stacy couldn't help but laugh at this. As much as she was still confused by Jamie's presence, she liked seeing such a firm side of him.

Sonia was impressed by Jamie as well.

Jonathan held his face in shock. “Jamie, you ordered your bodyguard to slap me?! How dare you?!”

He was about to make a move but then saw the bodyguards turn their cold faces on him, making him think twice before he acted.

Seeing that this situation was about to turn violent, Nathan quickly stepped in, whispering to his little brother. 

“Calm down or you're only gonna embarrass yourself and the rest of our family. Look at Mr. Goodwin, he's not happy right now. He has warned us earlier to behave or he'll deal with anyone who causes trouble with the guest.”

Jonathan pushed away his older brother in fury. “So fucking what?! How can Jamie, of all people, be the special guest that Mr. Goodwin is waiting for?”

Jamie chuckled. “And why can't I be the special guest?”

He sighed. “Look, I'm here on the invite that was extended to me by the party host’s family. You two, of all people at this party, have no right to question my presence.”

Jamie was making it clear that he refused to get into any kind of scuffle with them at such an event.

Before either of the Reynold family's sons could reply out of anger, their friends, Seth Fausto and Danny joined in.

“Jamie, bro, what is with this charade?! Where did you find these five actors to pretend to be your bodyguards?! They're quite good at playing their roles, I have to admit.”

“Fuck that! I hope these actors of yours are aware that they're inches away from being charged to court and locked away in prison for the rest of their lives!”