Chapter 164 Chapter 164 Nothing Will Threaten Your Billion-...
The portly man shot a disdainful glare at the scar-faced man. "You're utterly worthless. That Collin is nothing more than a cripple, and Linsey? She's barely worth the effort. If she's so eager to throw her life away, why not expedite her departure?" The scar-faced man's eyes widened in shock, betraying his alarm. "Boss, are you suggesting..." His voice trailed off as he mimicked the motion of pulling a trigger. "That we resort to such drastic measures?" He continued, his voice laced with concern, "But what about the Riley family? What if they retaliate?" The portly man dismissed the concern with a careless wave of his hand. "Why would the Riley family bother? For all we know, we might be doing them a service. They could end up thanking me!" His eyes narrowed calculatingly. "Remember, we're dealing with a billion-dollar venture here. We can't afford any slip-ups.
Pull this off, and you'll see a handsreward." Eyes alight with the promise of wealth, the scar-faced man nodded. "Understood, Boss. I'll handle it immediately." He exited the office, his mind racing with plans for dealing with Linsey and Collin. But as he strategized, a convoy of cars suddenly lined up outside, their bright headlights slicing through the darkness, nearly blinding him.
His heart hammered against his chest, a chilling sense of dread enveloping him. "What in the world is happening?" he muttered, eyes wide with apprehension.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtAbruptly, a convoy of cars jerked to a halt, unleashing a group of men who moved with lethal precision. They quickly formed a tight circle around the scar-faced man.
"What's the meaning of this?" he growled, his voice echoing with a mix of fear and defiance.
The group's unsmiling leader stepped forward, his gaze as hard as ice, and decisively commanded, "Subdue him." Caught off guard, the scar-faced man barely had tto process the threat. He was about to react, perhaps to flee or fight, when strong hands clamped down on him, forcing him to the cold, hard ground with brutal efficiency.
"Do you have any idea who I am? Touchingis a fatal mistake!" he bellowed, the rage in his voice tinged with desperation.
The ruckus quickly lured the portly man outside.
The moment he saw the scar-faced man being restrained, his expression soured, and he growled, "Who the hell are you people? Do you even know where you are?" At that moment, another silhouette detached itself from one of the cars.
The tension was palpable as the portly man and the scar-faced man tensed up, but their fury simmered down when they spotted Dustin approaching with a chilling, knowing smirk.
0.0% 1717 Chapter 164 Nothing Will Threaten Your Billion-dollar Venture! "What have we here? It's been a while, hasn't it? And now you don't even recognize me?" Dustin's voice cut through the chilly air with a sharp edge.
The portly man froze, his eyes widening momentarily before he hastily composed himself, adopting a fawning grin. "Mr. Wade, to what do I owe the pleasure of your visit today?" Oblivious to the altercation involving the scar-faced man nearby, he scurried over to Dustin, bowing deeply, his tone oozing exaggerated deference. "Mr. Wade, it's quite chilly out here. Perhaps we could discuss matters indoors?" Dustin casually shoved his hands into his coat pockets, his posture radiating undisguised arrogance. "My concern is the orphanage on the suburban lot."
A shadow of dismay passed over the portly man's face as the unresolved issue of the orphanage loomed back into focus, and Dustin was evidently here to press for answers.
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Casting a sharp, frustrated glance at om the scar-faced man, he hastily assured, "Mr. Wade rest assured, WadeXrest we'll handle that situation promptly.
You won't have to concern yourself with it further," Dustin's gaze turned cold, his scrutiny piercing. "And how exactly do you intend to handle it?"
The portly man laughed nervously, leaning closer, his voice dropping to a conspiratorial/whisper. "Naturally, we might have to resort to... sunconventional tactics." Dustin's gaze sharpened, his smirk hardening. "I bet I know what's next-you're going after Collin and Linsey, right?" The portly man felt a chill run down his spine.
Dustin was already aware of the recent events at the orphanage.
He quickly attempted to reassure. "Mr. Wade, please, don't worry. I'll deal with Collin and Linsey immediately. Nothing will threaten your billion-dollar venture!" 100 0% 17:18