Life at the Top

Marcus’s expression finally brightened, and he glanced at Ned before reprimanding him jokingly, “Stop fooling around. I’ve done some background checks on this Jasper, he’s not like other outsiders. He’s got quite a name over in the Southeast Province.

“Not to mention, he did come here legally to invest our land. He’s registered with the officials in the City Government too. He’s not like the other outsiders who came here for small business. I’m going to have to explain to the City Government if something happens to him.”

Ned pursed his lips disdainfully. His family was in the pawning industry, and his pawning company was currently the largest in all of Reed City. In this city, the other businessmen tended to treat this strong man with respect.

As far as he was concerned, there was nothing in the world that his fists could not settle. If such a thing existed, then a machete would suffice.

Even bones turned soft upon contact with a blade.

“I’ve got to go to the auction tomorrow. I have to at least try to get a feel of how this Jasper guy is. Come with me tomorrow, Ned.”

A new round was dealt as Marcus folded again.

“A Royal Flush, I win. Thanks for folding, Mr. Coine. Hahaha.”

“F*ck!”

…

following morning when Jasper arrived at the City Hall’s meeting

host of this meeting, but he courteously introduced Jasper

Powers. Our City Government’s

introduced them, Jasper and

to meet you, Mr.

and replied, “Nice to meet you too, Mr. Laine. I’m here on behalf of

sure isn’t easy investing in Reed City, Mr.

here that good things come to those who persevere. People tend to have their own personal view on how important

seem too elated at Mr. Powers’ stance and he merely

smart people,