Episode 16

"Young Master Wilson, what are you doing here?"

Ivan Taylor immediately greeted the young master of the Wilson family upon realizing his presence.

"What were you doing earlier, Young Master Wilson? 50 million? Are you willing to offer a bounty of 50 million dollars?"

Fiona's eyes sparkled with excitement. "Can your words be trusted?" she stammered.

Everyone knew that the Wilson and Clark families were second-class nobility. Simply put, they were much wealthier than the Taylor family.

"Of course, auntie. Do we look like people who would go back on their word? I am still a member of the Wilson family, my word is reliable!"

Michael Wilson chuckled as he spoke. At the same time, he admired Salena's perfect appearance. Michael Wilson couldn't help but swallow his saliva with difficulty.

Michael Wilson was so overweight he resembled a pig. He was not only exceedingly greedy, but also extremely infatuated with women.

Upon first laying eyes on Salena, Michael Wilson was instantly captivated by her enchanting beauty. When he learned about Salena's marriage to a delivery man and her subsequent pregnancy, Michael Wilson was furious.

Nevertheless, Salena's beauty had not faded even after giving birth. She appeared even more beautiful and mature. Her body radiated a feminine aura. Michael Wilson would do everything in his power to possess Salena.

Moreover, Salena was known as the most beautiful girl in the Central Province. Marrying her would be a remarkable and enviable achievement among men.

"Good, I'll hold you to your word!"

Fiona clapped her hands chuckling. She then approached Salena.

"Do you hear that, Salena? Sir Fane mentioned 10 million. But Young Master Wilson is willing to pay 50 million and he has always taken a liking to you. I think he's not too bad. You should consider it. All you need to do is nod and we get rid of that ruffian Fane immediately!"

Hearing her mother's words, Salena almost passed out from anxiety. She could barely maintain her composure at the sight of Michael Wilson.

While Ken Clark was not a pleasant man, at least he was handsome. However, the young master of the Wilson family was so overweight and his ears too large. Salena felt greasy just by looking at him.

She then said, "Mother, are you marrying off your daughter or selling her? So, you'll hand your daughter over to whoever offers the highest price? Why not just auction me off?"

Salena angrily added, "Even Grandfather agreed to let me marry Fane from the beginning of that arrangement. How can you act on your own and change it as you please?"

"Salena, that's not what I mean. Fane is just a delivery man and was only a soldier for a few years. You don't expect that to have any significant meaning for you, do you?"

After speaking, Fiona cast a scornful look at Fane and continued, "I'm not underestimating him. I'm just wondering: can he make 30 million dollars in a month. When the time comes, I will exclude him from our family!"

"Fane Woods? My god, this is Fane Woods? Kylie's useless father has returned?"

Michael Wilson was astounded while scrutinizing carefully.

"Heh, it seems his appearance is his only fortune," said Michael. "He's dressed so modestly. How could he possibly be worthy of Salena?"

"You really say a lot of nonsense!"

Fane glared at him coldly. He then spoke with a quiet tone, "This is the Taylor family's home. What is an outsider like you doing here? If you have no business here, back off!"

"Ha ha! Brave words. Don't you know how great the Wilson family is?"

Michael Wilson laughed heartily and added, "Am I really here without a purpose? I'm here to discuss my company's collaboration with the Taylor Group. It turns out we have some common interests to work on with the Taylor family!"

When Zeus Taylor heard Michael's words, he automatically felt pleased. Zeus then said, "Ha ha, every arrival is a guest. Come and sit over here, Young Master Wilson!"

"No need, Elder Taylor. I'd rather speak with Ivan Taylor!"

Michael Wilson then looked over at Ivan. He then asked with an extremely incredulous expression, "Ivan, what happened to your hand? Did you get into a fight with someone? Who would dare to fight with you?"

Ivan's face turned bitter as he looked at Fane. With a hoarse voice, Ivan answered, "Who else but this madman. I was just teasing his daughter, Kylie, and he hit me without saying a word,"

Michael Wilson was stunned to hear Ivan's explanation. Then looking at Fane, Michael said, "Oh, it's because of this good-for-nothing guy. It's really unexpected to know that he dared to hit you. He's got guts, I'll give him that!"

"Haha, it's fine. We've made a wager. Fane says that in a month, on my grandfather's 70th birthday, he will give me 10 million as compensation! Besides, he also offered a 10 million dollar wedding gift to the Salena family and will give my grandfather a gift worth 10 million dollars!"

"If he fails, he will divorce Salena and sever ties with the Taylor family! He shall roll out of here all the way to the front gate!"

Ivan chuckled and said, "Right, Young Master Wilson. You should come by on our Grandfather's 70th birthday. You must see how this little ruffian will leave through the front door!"

"Ha ha! Very well. The distance from here to the front gate is quite significant. I reckon he won't make it in a short time!"

Michael Wilson chuckled and glanced at Salena. He then said, "Don't worry, Salena. All I have is time and I'm willing to wait for you. You'll have your freedom once this little ruffian is expelled from the Taylor family. That means you'll be single. When the time comes, don't reject me!"

"Alright, let's go, Young Master Wilson. We still have important matters to discuss!"

Ivan Taylor's facial expression was one of satisfaction. He had been beaten quite harshly by Fane Woods today. However, if he could get Fane expelled from the Taylor family, it would be the best thing ever to happen!

Ivan believed that Fane was just an upstart. He just said that to keep his pride. Ivan was actually interested to see how much Fane would embarrass himself when the time came.

Ivan Taylor then quickly left with Michael Wilson.

"Alright, you can go too. Don't disappoint me next month!"

Zeus Taylor realized it was already late and waved his hand impatiently.

Even though Fane's behavior was slightly beyond his expectations, the thought of his grandchild marrying a poor man and bringing shame made him feel dissatisfied.

***

In a very luxurious house, the richest man in the Central Province, James Drake, stared at a middle-aged man in front of him.

After pondering for a moment, James said, "That little ruffian who returned with the War God Lana is called Fane Woods. I suspect their relationship is not as simple as it appears on the surface. Find out information for me! I want answers as soon as possible!"

The man in front of him was James' efficient assistant. He had served the Drake family extremely well.

After the assistant listened to James' command, he frowned and said, "Sir, I think that's unnecessary. Even if he has a relationship with the War Goddess Lana, he has no value that is useful for us, right?"

Saying that, the assistant smiled and said, "Why don't we focus directly on our goal, which is to pay tribute to the great War God. That's the most important thing for us!"