The next morning.
Jack took a day off and didn’t go to the office.
He used to move as an excuse.
But he actually wanted to accompany Amber.
By being there with her when she was pregnant, the chance of her getting depressed decreases.
Although he didn’t know if that was true, it didn’t affect him wanting to spend more time with her.
Amber’s tummy was getting bigger every day. He could feel his tiny human growing in her and he was elated about it.
In the morning.
Mr. Ward and Brent got the car ready. They were heading to the TM Villa District.
They were in a good mood as they weren’t back for a while now.
They felt like they were returning home.
Even though they were living comfortably at the Four Impressions Club and Minister Mable was meticulous and thoughtful about everything.
They didn’t feel at home.
One could only understand how precious a “home” was after they lived in one.
The cars drove in a row towards the TM Villa District.
“Brett, do you remember the other night?”
Brent nodded, “If it wasn’t for young master, we were all long dead.”
All dead wasn’t an exaggerated expression.
It was a clear fact because Brent was an experienced mercenary after numerous battles.
At that time, the security guard force didn’t stand a chance against the deadpool Mercenary’s heavy weapons.
If it wasn’t for Jack, everybody would’ve just died there! Jack managed to drive into the deadpool Mercenary and broke their formation.
“Don’t praise me like that, I just wanted to save you guys,” said Jack self-depreciatingly, “I’m not all that great.”
“But young master, you really did rescue everyone in the security team,” said Brent as he smiled.
Jack rubbed his nose and switched the topic, “Aiden sure is good at his job. Everything that was destroyed was restored to its original look. You don’t even notice that something has happened here.”
They continued talking.
Rows of cars stopped at the main entrance of the villa district. They were halted by the security guards at work.
Two security guards went up and inquired about them. They were polite and working earnestly.
It was a sight to behold. That many luxury cars in a row.
“This is Master Jack Hughes, he is the property owner of the TM Villa District.”
Mr. Ward said calmly.
After the mercenary incident last time, the security around the area was no doubt heightened.
The new security guards would be absolutely baffled at what Mr. Ward was saying.
But these two were the ones from yesterday.
They heard the name “Hughes”.
Their expression changed and they were shocked.
They then glanced at Jack who was in the back seat.
“Yes?”
Mr. Ward was unhappy, he scoffed, “That is our young master, stop peeking.”
The guards jumped and quickly looked away.
They stopped with the procedures and let the cars in.
They knew that this man had to be powerful, seeing that even his name was taboo in the area and was being kept hidden.
They were just powerless employees, and they didn’t have the right to make him go through those troublesome procedures.
The cars drove in one after another.
Jack rubbed his nose and said, “Mr. Ward, they are just doing their job. Don’t scare them like that. I don’t recognize them, they might be new here.”
Jack straightened his back and said happily, “Brent and Daisy are busy moving things and Mr. Ward is busy giving orders. And he’s getting old, his ears are probably going bad. They wouldn’t be able to hear us.”
“Ahem…”
Mr. Ward who was giving orders cleared his throat, he said apologetically, “Sorry, I heard everything loud and clear.”
Jack was speechless.
Amber lowered her head in embarrassment and reached out her hand without Jack noticing. She then pinched Jack’s side fiercely.
At the same time.
On the road up the hill.
A taxi was driving towards the villa district’s entrance.
On the car.
Kieran’s eyes looked hollow. His face was emotionless.
Next to him was Elissa who was making a fuss.
“I think we were swindled by the watchdogs last night. The TM Villa District is worth at least hundreds of millions. How could Jack just move away like that?”
“It’s all your fault, you useless thing. You lack spines and balls. If it wasn’t for you, I would’ve gone in and set things straight.”
“You are so hopeless and useless. My life sucks because of you. I’m going through so many unfortunate stuff because of you. I must get in today and set everything straight!”
Even the cab driver grimaced at her words.
He looked at Kieran through the rear-view mirror and said something jokingly.
“You have so much patience, you must love your wife so very much.”
“It’s none of your fucking business,” said Elissa angrily as she glared at him.
The driver laughed mockingly and stopped saying anything.
“He is just joking, don’t be like that.”
Kieran’s eyes finally had some focus again, “If he’s gone then he’s gone. Why do you have to act like this? Also, we are not related to him anymore!”
Elissa suddenly slapped Kieran on the cheek, “Mind your own business. I’ll do things my way. If you’re so good, then make the debt collectors not come to me anymore. If we can’t pay the debt, I’ll make sure you die together with me!”
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