The Born Winner (Jack and Katherine) novel Chapter 377

Artist’s words were completely unsuited to the current situation.

Everyone was shell-shocked.

“Boss, what painting are you talking about…”

Willy was still moaning in pain.

“Shut up!”

Lyndall’s sharp gaze came into focus as he sternly interjected.

Then, after sweeping his gaze over Jack to make sure he wasn’t doing anything funny, he then turned around to face Artist.

“Artist, let’s do it!”

What…

The others were completely stupefied. They were all rooted to the spot.

To what degree had Lyndall placed importance on Artist?

There were people coming to their compound looking to cause a ruckus, yet he could still maintain this casual atmosphere?

From what they knew, the underground king of LD City was a ruthless and merciless being. Anything could be his reason to shed blood on the scene!

They couldn’t understand why this high and mighty king would act so humbly in front of Artist.

Jack was a little stunned by what he saw too. Someone who could become the underground king surely wouldn’t be a pushover.

Putting aside his means, this person would have to be extremely prideful and arrogant.

Seeing that his reputation was being challenged so blatantly yet he still prioritized Artist’s request, this wasn’t just mere respect.

With Artist’s presence there, Jack was also not in a hurry.

“Alright.”

Artist gave a response before starting to work on the painting.

Under the shocking gaze of everyone, Lyndall didn’t show any bit of anxiety or anger. Instead, he was standing near Artist as he admired his work.

In an instant, a huge transformation occurred on Lyndall’s face.

It was one of incredulity, and then he looked unbelievable.

Everyone on the scene could see clearly the myriad of emotions on his face, and everyone was worried and alerted for no reason.

What had Artist painted?

Immediately, someone approached to take a closer look.

When that person saw the painting, he also had a drastic change of expression on his face.

On the white paper, there was a painting of a… pig!

There was no discernable meaning behind this painting. It was simply a straightforward painting.

With just a few strokes of his brush, a pig head was formed on the paper!

“Artist, what is this?”

Lyndall tried hard to suppress the shock in his heart as he probed doubtfully.

Artist lowered his head to blow away some remnants of the ink before raising the paper up and presenting it to Lyndall.

“It was my pleasure to be acquainted with you, Lyndall. I hereby gift you this painting, to remind you not to be as stupid as a pig!”

Lyndall felt a lighting had just pierced through his head. In an instant, his expression became hideous.

With that painting and his words, Artist was insulting him!

He was insulting the great underground king without any reservation in front of so many people!

The others present clammed up without even daring to make any sound.

Artist was bold enough to insult the underground king, so naturally the king’s wrath would be…

“Y—You dare to curse at my big brother? I…”

Willy had a grotesque expression on his face, and the dried-up blood made him look even more terrifying.

“Shut up!”

Lyndall turned around and roared, and his eyes were now covered in a dark shade.

At the same time, Artist stood in front of him and made a gesture with his fists before heading outside.

“Artist…”

Lyndall was completely lost.

Artist raised up his hand to stop him from saying anything further. He muttered faintly, “It’s for you to admire.”

“I…” Lyndall was at a loss for words.

The next moment, while being watched by everyone, Artist walked to the front of Jack, and immediately his cold face was replaced with a warm smile. He gestured with his fists as he called out, “My nephew, how is Amber doing?”

As if a lightning had just struck everyone there, Lyndall was completely stupefied by this scene.

His mouth was left agape, and his eyes had lost their focus.

Jack returned his greeting with his fists as he replied, “Everything is fine. Amber is pregnant just a while ago.”

“Pregnancy? This is something worthy of celebration! Great! Do Steve and his wife learn of this yet?” Artist looked obviously jubilant.

“They don’t know yet.” Jack shook his head. There were too many incidents lately, so he couldn’t make any time to inform them.

His meaning was direct and straightforward without any sign of hesitation.

The others who heard this felt another strike of lighting falling upon them. They almost couldn’t believe their eyes.

What had happened?

What was actually going on?

This was not how an underground king should act!

Everyone who was present there were big shots in LD City, and they had all seen Lyndall’s mighty demeanour.

However, the current Lyndall was a far cry from his usual image!

In an instant, everyone was rooted to the spot, with a dumbfounded expression on their faces.

“Boss, what do you…” Willy started to roar with confusion written all over his face.

He had never seen Lyndall being so humble! Yes, he was way too humble!

“Shut up! You useless dog, get lost!”

Lyndall roared, and then he waved towards the stupefied crowd, “You guys can leave now. I will make another banquet and invite you again.”

“Thank you.”

Jack simply smiled and then he turned around and left.

After everyone had finally left only did Lyndall turned around and looked at the direction of the door.

Then, the next moment, he collapsed to a chair.

Beads of sweat started to form on his forehead silently.

In order to become the underground king, he was very scheming and strategic. No mere mortal could rival him in that aspect.

Artist’s painting and words looked and sounded like he was insulting him in the eyes of the untrained.

Yet, he could discern that this was none other than a warning!

Artist was helping him!

The leading authority in world wide even spared some face to remind him, which to him was already very respectful.

The national treasure had such a close relationship with Jack, and on the other hand he had to improve their relationship by inviting him to a feast. He could see very clearly the difference in their positions.

Most importantly, in the conversation between Artist and Jack, there were important points hidden within their harmless words.

Lyndall was able to make the connection and recall a rising star in the next city. He was an existence that stirred up a storm no matter where he went.

He was truly the local tyrant.

Jack… was the real deal!