As things progressed, Ron Jefferson found himself unable to continue. It was as if he had stumbled upon some earth-shattering secret. Coughing violently, he began to cough up large amounts of blood, looking utterly deranged. Hearing this, Chris was left dumbfounded. "The Hall of Death... just a plaything for certain individuals?" It was just that-a mere plaything, yet potent enough to annihilate the four major aristocratic families of Amerosia in a single night. It could exert control over the overseas Jefferson family, a force of such terror! And this was merely the tip of the iceberg of the Hall of Death's power. What kind of terror lurked behind the Hall of Death?
For a moment, Chris was stunned, a rare flicker of shock in his eyes. "Hahaha!" Ron Jefferson burst into laughter upon seeing this. He was delighted. He hadn't expected Chris, this upstart, to also experience fear! Staring at Chris, Ron Jefferson yelled hysterically, "Chris, you can't compete with them! Accept your fate! No matter how hard you try, no matter how many pieces of the Dragon Emblem you gather, in the end, you'll only be making bridal clothes for them!" "I hate it! I hate it so much! I've spent decades planning, and in the end, it's all just a joke..."
With those words, Ron Jefferson coughed up another mouthful of blood. Eventually, his body went limp, and he collapsed to the ground, lifeless. "Master! Master!" the steward cried, tears streaming down his face. Chris glanced at Ron Jefferson's body, said nothing, and turned away.
"Boss!" "Chairman!" Upon seeing Chris emerge, Tiger, Aiden, and others immediately approached. Chris surveyed them all and said, "The Jefferson family of Star Island will cease to exist from this day forward!" This declaration struck them like a thunderbolt, especially the members of the King's Leagues, each wearing a complex expression. They all knew the implication of Chris's words. The end of the Jefferson family meant Ron Jefferson's demise.
The next day, a major announcement spread like wildfire: Ron Jefferson, head of the Jefferson family, had passed away, leading to the complete collapse of the entire Jefferson family. This news sent tremors throughout Star Island. No one had anticipated that the incredibly formidable Jefferson family, one of the top families on Star Island, would fall in such a manner. Rumors circulated about the truth behind the family's downfall, with whispers suggesting that the Jefferson family had offended someone they shouldn't have.
The collapse of the Jefferson family left behind a vast estate, which naturally became the object of everyone's desire. However, the King's Leagues promptly stepped forward, announcing the takeover of all the assets left by the Jefferson family, causing those eyeing the estate to back off. After all, the King's Leagues were not to be trifled with.
"Chairman, are you really leaving for the East Coast?" Aiden asked respectfully, his emotions conflicted. Without Chris, Aiden would never have regained control of the King's Leagues. However, he knew that from now on, he was bound to Chris. He would have to defer to Chris in all matters, knowing that if he dared to betray Chris, his fate would mirror that of Ron Jefferson.
"Yes," Chris nodded. "I've been away for so long; it's time to return. But don't worry, I'll be back soon!" With the Jefferson family resolved, it was time for the Chester Group to expand beyond Amerosia, with Star Island being its first stop. Aiden assured, "Chairman, I have already taken over all of the Jefferson family's assets for you. When you return, the disposal of these assets will be in your hands!"
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