From Ruin to Reign Leander's Unbreakable Will novel Chapter 346

From Outcast to Overlord The Unyielding Heir

Chapter 346 I Have What It Takes To Make You Bow

Wesley, who once had a background in the underworld, was now the most outstanding business tycoon among Highcliffe’s four major elite families–no one could surpass him.

Under his leadership, Florian Group had risen from a second–rate company to one of Astria’s top 50 in just a few years, and its momentum only kept building. It even became one of the flagship businesses backed by the Highcliffe government.

There was a rumor in Highcliffe that Wesley alone controlled the economy of half the city, which was why people called him the “Half–Lord of Highcliffe“!

When Nathan and the others saw Wesley, they were all awed by his powerful aura. They all turned to look at Leander.

“Mr. Florian, it’s been a while!”

Leander glanced at the other three, and they caught on, slipping away to give the two some privacy. Once they were gone, he turned to Wesley with a faint smile that hadn’t been seen in a long time.

Wesley stared at Leander for a long moment before finally nodding.

“Come on, walk with me to Eastvale Mountain.”

Leander said nothing, quietly trailing behind Wesley.

Every step Wesley took was steady and measured, his presence calm and steady, clearly showing his deep cultivation.

Watching Wesley’s back, Leander found himself reflecting.

As expected, every one of Highcliffe’s four elite families hides great power.

Astria Power Index is just the surface …

Wesley’s cultivation had clearly reached the Pre–Transcendent Realm, placing him just a notch below Gareth. With this level of strength, he could easily rank among the top five on the Astria Power Index, yet his name didn’t even appear there. It spoke volumes about the vastness of Astria and just how many hidden

masters there were.

He couldn’t help but wonder–if the heads of the families were already this strong, how many even more powerful figures might be concealed within the four major elite families?

They walked in silence all the way from Highcliffe University to the summit of Eastvale

Mountain.

Eastvale Mountain rose over 8,500 feet, but Wesley never paused once during the climb, and Leander followed three steps behind the whole way.

At the top, Wesley looked out over the landscape, secretly watching Leander out of the corner of his eye.

Though Eastvale wasn’t the tallest peak around, its slope was nearly vertical. Even for people who exercised often, climbing over 8,500 feet in one go would leave them breathless and drenched in sweat.

But Leander seemed completely unaffected, his breathing steady and even. Wesley couldn’t help but glance at him, a hint of approval flickering in his eyes.

“Leander, we haven’t seen each other in 9 years, right?”

Wesley stood with his hands behind his back, radiating a natural air of authority.

“Yes.”

Leander stood by his side, responding coolly. No matter how imposing Wesley was, he remained steady as a rock.

“Leander, what happened to you all those years ago … it was cruel for a 10–year–old.

“But maybe that was just your

fate.”

Wesley sighed. The Ashcroft and Florian families had always been close allies. Even though Gareth never said much, Wesley had gotten the details of what happened to Leander.

Leander stayed silent.

Wesley suddenly turned and struck out with his palm.

Bang!

“Leander, I admit, you really were the best of your generation back then, a true martial artist. I even wanted Daphne to marry you once. You guys would make such a beautiful match. But the Ashcrofts ruined you.

“I came to talk to you today because I want you to understand, no matter what you and Daphne had before, you’re not the right person for her anymore,

“Don’t blame me for being harsh. At my level, empty comfort means nothing. I only tell the truth.

“Right now, among all the young people in Highcliffe, only your younger brother, Ethan, is worthy of marrying Daphne.

“Like it or not, your reign as king of Highcliffe’s younger generation is over.”

He looked hard at Leander, his voice as steady as stone.

“I know Daphne can’t let go of her feelings for you, so I’m asking you to back off first. Don’t give her any false hope.

“Even if you forced it, what could you possibly do to protect her? What can you offer to stand by her side?

“Neither the Ashcrofts nor the Florians would ever approve of your union. You’re a smart guy- you should see that already.”

The mountain winds howled, but Wesley’s words rang out clearly across the peak. He stared at Leander, waiting for his reply.

Leander’s expression remained calm. He stepped forward to the very edge of the cliff, gazing down at the swirling clouds below, his eyes turning razor sharp.

“Mr. Florian, I get your point.

“But all the obstacles you mentioned–those are nothing to me. I could solve them with a flick of my hand.”

He turned, his gaze burning with absolute confidence.

“I will never give Daphne up. I know I can protect her from anything.

“You say my brother is the only good match for her, but in my opinion, you’re just too narrow- minded.

“Whether in Highcliffe or all of Astria, there’s nobody in the younger generation who can beat me.

“Whether it’s the Ashcrofts or the Florians, I have what it takes to make you all bow to me!”