"Mr. Austin? Which Mr. Austin?" Dillon was momentarily confused, but then he had an idea. "Is it someone from the Austin family?"
As one of the four major families in Kreanford, the Austin family had influence throughout the city. The Hodge family, on the other hand, was a second-rate family in Edoland with connections to the Austin family.
Of course, for the Austin family, the Hodge family was just a small player in their game. Their business dealings were usually conducted through peripheral members of their organization.
"Yes! He's from the Austin family!" Quinn exclaimed over the phone. "And this time it's Alexander Austin himself who has come! We've never been able to get close to anyone directly related to them before. This is a great opportunity!"
"If we can make a good impression and build a relationship with Mr. Austin," he continued excitedly, "we'll be unstoppable!"
Alexander was not only part of the Austin family's second generation but also its future head - he was one of their core members!
If they could gain his favor and get him on their side, they could easily benefit from his connections and resources.
Dillon shared Quinn's enthusiasm at this prospect: if they could successfully connect with Alexander and elevate themselves within Edoland as well as become top-tiered second-generation elites!
"But Dad," Dillon asked eagerly after Quinn finished speaking about how important Alexander was for them, "how are we going to do that?"
Quinn chuckled knowingly, "It's simple – appeal to what he likes!"
"I'll tell you something," he continued conspiratorially. "Mr. Austin is quite fond of women – he has several mistresses in Kreanford alone."
Dillon smirked understandingly, "So basically…he likes beautiful women?"
Quinn laughed heartily at Dillon's response, "What man doesn't? Son…didn't you say that Allison from our wine company is an absolute stunner?"
Dillon nodded hesitantly. Allison was indeed gorgeous but she also happened to be someone whom Dillon fancied himself.
"Mr. Austin should arrive tonight," Quinn said slyly. "why don't you take her out tonight and let her spend some time with him?"
At these words, Dillon felt uneasy. Did his father really want him give up Allison like that?
"Hey, kid, don't be so short-sighted! As long as you can satisfy Mr. Austin, you won't need any other women in the future." Quinn guessed his son's thoughts and immediately scolded him.
"I know that! But I haven't even managed to get Allison yet. She's very proud and probably won't agree to accompany Mr. Austin!" Dillon was hesitant.
"Don't you have any brains right now? If she doesn't want to go, can't you just tie her up? She's just an ordinary woman from a normal family. Just give her some money and scare her a bit. Can she still refuse?" Quinn said impatiently.
As the saying goes, "A fish rots from the head down," and it was clear that he wasn't a good person as a father either.
"I understand! Dad, don't worry, I'll definitely handle it!" Dillon had an evil smile on his face.
That evening...
Allison left work ten minutes early and secretly felt relieved that she didn't run into Dillon. Little did she know that someone had already been watching her!
Later that night...
Lachlan had just put Nora to bed when he received an unfamiliar phone call.
"Who is this?" On the other end of the line was a middle-aged woman with some concern and anxiety in her voice.
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