The Ex-Con Who Conquered the World novel Chapter 184

Chapter 184 Who We Should Really Admire

Chapter 184 Who We Should Really Admire

Sara’s face remained smooth and untroubled.

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When she noticed Evan looking at her, she glanced his way and said flatly, “Evan, tactics like that just make you look cheap. In case you didn’t know… Stefan has never once badmouthed you behind your back. That alone should tell you something about the difference between you and him.”

“Sara, I…” Evan sputtered, his face flushing with embarrassment and anger, but he couldn’t find the words.

“What are you talking about, Sara?” Chuck jumped in. “Evan didn’t say anything wrong. He was just stating facts. If Stefan wants to run his mouth and make himself look ridiculous, that’s on him. We’re not supposed to mention it now?”

Audrey let out a sharp huff and discreetly pinched Chuck’s side. “Chuck, you’re the one who needs to shut your mouth. Say whatever you want at home, but out here? You’re supposed to have your family’s back.”

Chuck scowled but kept quiet.

Just then, Zoey’s eyes landed on a familiar figure. She raised a hand and called out, “Mr. Marcus Winter.”

Marcus turned at the sound of his name. Spotting Zoey, he smiled and made his way over.

Seeing the whole Stewart family gathered, he offered a polite nod.

“Mr. Marcus Winter,” Micah said with a slight smile, making an effort to greet him.

After all, the Winter family sat at the top of River City’s four major elite families-they outranked the Stewart family in every way.

“Mr. Winter, I heard your family already secured a partnership with the Reed family ahead of time,” Zoey said curiously. “So why show up to the bidding conference?”

Marcus gave an easy smile. “The Winter family has to attend-it’s a matter of respect. And honestly? Let’s just say things are looking good for us. The Winter family is about to produce a Great Grandmaster. The youngest one River City has ever seen. So you tell me at a time like this, is there really any doubt about our partnership with the Reed family?”

The Stewart family exchanged startled glances.

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Chapter 184 Who We Should Really Admire

Even Philip, who rarely showed any reaction, lifted his eyes toward Marcus.

The youngest Great Grandmaster in River City’s history?

The implications were obvious.

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Zoey’s eyes widened as a thought struck her. “Mr. Winter… you’re saying your older brother Victor Winter is about to break through? Because of that Quintessence Elixir from the auction?”

Marcus’ expression turned proud. He nodded. “That’s right. Victor got the elixir and went straight into seclusion. Pefore he started, he said he was ninety percent sure he’d make it to the Transformed Sect Re

Gasps rippled th

The Transfor

master was also called a Great Grandmaster.

Any factio

ose at its helm saw its status skyrocket.

And w

po

meone at the peak of that realm? That would make them a true ding total respect-just like the Locke and Lessing families in River City.

got their own Great Grandmaster, they’d have a real shot at becoming a

‘s incredible news. The Winter family’s standing will rise to new heights in witt said with a broad smile, shooting a meaningful glance at Zoey.

ered how Marcus had once pursued Sara, only to be turned down. Now he was ey instead.

layed her cards right and secured Marcus, Hewitt’s branch of the family would have ter family backing them. That would practically guarantee his shot at becoming the mily head.

y caught his look but did

e was too proud to

n front of Sara-the one who’d rejected

Victor W

tter.

efinitely on the rise,” Hank added, eager

hen let his gaze drift toward Sara. He wanted to see her

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