The Secretly Rich Man

Gerald Crawford:The Secretly Rich Man Novel (Invisible or Poorest) Chapter 41

Both of them were very depressed as they headed for the first round of maintenance for his Audi A6.

Victor was very proud of his car but the Ferrari driven by Gerald’s friend made him feel a little embarrassed. Both of them had a tacit understanding and felt that they had to find out the truth behind Gerald’s friend.

After that, at the car maintenance shop, as Victor was waiting for the maintenance to be done, he started a conversation with the boss because he wanted to gain some admiration and respect from these people who were looking at him with admiration in their eyes at this time.

At this time, the person who was responsible for maintaining Victor’s vehicle said, “Sir, I think that it’s very wise of you to choose a high-end Audi as your personal car. Our Audi cars are unlike any of the other high-end or luxury cars in the market. For instance, a Ferrari sports car only makes people feel as though they are well-respected. Only rich people would invest in those kinds of cars.”

“Now, most ordinary wealthy businessmen would focus on cars such as Audi or BMW instead.”

“But, don’t you think that it is much better to be driving a Ferrari? You’d definitely gain much more attention and face if you are driving a Ferrari!” Whitney could not help but say in a sour manner at this time.

“Hahaha. Beauty, you should also take note of who’s using or driving the luxury car, then. Let’s not talk about anything else. Let’s just talk about Ferrari sports cars. These are absolute luxury cars costing at least a few hundred thousands of dollars each. Owning a Ferrari is equivalent to branding yourself as a rich and wealthy man.”

“Just a few days ago, they proposed a set of marketing plans in order to stimulate the development of the junior and middle-class. As long as you’re willing to pay a deposit of seven thousand dollars, you’ll be assigned a designated driver to drive you around in their most luxurious Ferraris! Moreover, you’d also be given the opportunity to test drive the car yourself!”

“I’m glad that the really wealthy people such as yourself aren’t influenced by such vehicles or offers, Mr. Wright. On the contrary, there are many other young people nowadays who aren’t down to earth and are only filled with vanity. Even though their families don’t actually own any big businesses and despite some of these people facing their own financial difficulties, they’re more than willing to pay the deposit just to satisfy their own vanity and have an opportunity to test drive the Ferrari.”

As soon as they heard the man’s words, Whitney and Victor exchanged glances with one another.

It seemed as though a big rock in their hearts had been overturned.

“Sir, do you mean to say that as long as you’re willing to pay seven thousand dollars, someone will drive you around so you can experience what it feels like to ride in one of those Ferrari sports cars?” Whitney asked with a shocked expression on her face.

“Yes, but according to insider news, I heard that this promotion will be cancelled in a few days’ time. This is because the promotion seems to be rather useless and many people have criticized Ferrari, saying that this is too flashy!”

“Ahh! I finally understand now!”

Whitney heaved a huge sigh of relief.

It turned out that in an effort to satisfy his own vanity, Gerald actually spent seven thousand dollars just to experience what it felt like to be driven around in a Ferrari. Whitney could not believe that Gerald was actually such a disgusting person!

At this time, Whitney was speculating that Gerald was not trying to avoid getting seen by any students but instead, he had intentionally stopped at the entrance so that she would see him getting off the Ferrari!

This person was really disgusting!

Pfft!

“Ah-choo!”

Gerald had just gotten out of the driving test registration center on campus and he started sneezing as soon as he walked out after signing up for the driving test.

This driving school directly collaborated with the campus and the campus rented out part of the venue for them to run a driving school.

Gerald had already decided to buy a car since he only had a few more days until the end of the month.

He had to spend the three million dollars on his Universal Global Supreme Shopper’s Card.

However, how could he possibly consider buying a car if he did not own a driver’s license?

In the past, Gerald did not even have money to sign up for the driving test to obtain a driver’s license. He finally had enough money to do so now!

Gerald was very excited and full of expectations at this time.

But…

He really did not know why he was sneezing so much lately. Was someone cursing at him?

Hmm…

Gerald decided to head back to the dormitory to rest. At this time, his cell phone suddenly rang. It was a phone call from his roommate, Harper.

“What’s up, Harper?”

“Gerald, where are you? Are you coming back to the dormitory? Alice has suggested that we should all get together and go out. So, should we go? Anyway, Hayley was the one who asked Alice to invite us to join them…”

As Gerald listened to Harper’s words, he felt that Harper was no longer as masculine as he used to be ever since he fell in love with Hayley.

However, he knew that he should not judge Harper like that. After all, when he was in love, he was also acting the same way.

He would always be thinking of Xavia, and he would always be considering her feelings first no matter what he did. When Xavia was happy, she was happy. When Xavia was sad, he was sad. There was no reason to explain why he felt this way.

Perhaps, that was what it was like to love someone.

“Oh! I don’t think I’ll be joining you guys. After all, I’m sure Alice wouldn’t want to see me!” Gerald quickly replied.

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“No, the reason we’ve decided to call you and discuss this matter with you is because Alice specifically asked us to bring you along to the gathering this time!” Harper quickly informed Charlie.

“Huh?” Gerald was taken aback.

It did not make sense at all. Wasn’t Alice always very annoyed whenever she saw him? Why would she specifically invite him to a party?

To be honest, Gerald had already drunk and ate a lot of food during the banquet at noon today, so he wasn’t hungry at all. Instead, he was mostly really exhausted because he had been entertaining and chatting with the businessmen during the banquet earlier.

He really did not feel like going at all.

Moreover, since it was only a simple gathering, Gerald really wanted to get ready for his driving test instead.

Perhaps this was God’s will. After all, most of the lives of the rich second generation started with gatherings and socializing. Even though he had not revealed his identity, all kinds of parties, entertainments and gatherings seemed to be revolving around him already.

When Gerald refused to attend the gathering, Harper also said that he did not feel like going anymore. This made Gerald feel very entangled and finally, he reluctantly agreed to join the party that night.

Gerald went back to the dormitory and changed into a new set of clothes. After that, Gerald and his roommates met up with everyone else as they gathered outside the school gate.

“Alice, why did you suddenly decide to treat us to dinner? Where are we going?”

Naomi was also here and she suddenly asked Alice this question out of curiosity.

“Hahaha. To be honest, it is not my treat tonight but Quinton’s! Their restaurant on Mayberry Commercial Street is opening soon. If the meeting has gone smoothly in the afternoon and if they’ve obtained approval, then Grand Marshall Restaurant will officially belong to Quinton’s family!”

A look of arrogance flashed through Alice’s face and she could not help but raise her eyes to look at Gerald’s expression at this time.

Hmph!

Did Gerald really think that he was so great just because he could afford to invite everyone to have dinner at the most luxurious place inside Wayfair Mountain Entertainment?

This really made Quinton and Alice feel very embarrassed at that time.

But…what would happen again in the future?

Gerald was still going to be the pauper that he had always been. Could he ever afford to bring everyone to Wayfair Mountain Entertainment again?

However, Quinton was different. The Ziegler family did not only own their own factory but they also owned one of the restaurants on Mayberry Commercial Street.

If he could build up a good relationship with the business tycoon, Zack Lyle, then Quinton’s future would be crystal clear.

Alice was the one who insisted on inviting Gerald to join them tonight. She wanted Gerald to know that he could never compare to Quinton and she wanted to see the awkward and embarrassed expression on his face.

However, Alice was a little disappointed. This was because Gerald had a blank expression on his face and it seemed as though he was indifferent to the situation.

‘Okay then! Just wait and see!’ Alice could not help but think to herself.

“Alice, since it is the opening of Quinton’s restaurant, wouldn’t it be inappropriate for you to bring so many of us with you there today? After all, we aren’t that close to him…”

Naomi was a little worried at this time.

Jacelyn, who was fixing up her makeup at this time, suddenly announced excitedly, “Hahaha! How could it be inappropriate? The reason why Alice is treating everyone to dinner today is because she wants to make an important announcement. I believe that everyone remembers what happened at the karaoke bar last week. In fact, Quinton had been the one to ask for his father’s help to deal with this matter. What Quinton did for us really touched Alice’s heart.”

“For the past few days, Quinton had been fiercely pursuing Alice and after much consideration, Alice has finally decided to give Quinton a chance. She’s going to be in a relationship with him and he’s going to be her first love!”

“What?”

Everyone was shocked after listening to Jacelyn’s words.

Unexpectedly, Gerald was the first to scream out loud.

Damn it! Someone had stolen his credit again?

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Gerald felt very uneasy after hearing this news. He was clearly the one who had resolved the matter that Alice was referring to.

Indeed, Gerald did not want to have anything to do with Alice. Moreover, the only reason why he decided to step up and resolve the situation that night was for Naomi’s sake.

However, at this moment, Alice had obviously misunderstood that Quinton was the one who helped her resolve the matter. She even felt that Quinton was very awesome and that was the reason why she made the decision to get together with Quinton.

Alice was indeed a very beautiful girl and she had never been in love before. She was an absolute goddess.

Gerald would be lying if he said that he was not captivated by Alice’s appearance at all.

Should he look for an opportunity to tell Alice the truth? Even if she did not want to thank him, at least she would find out the truth and she would not end up getting in a relationship with someone just because of a mere misunderstanding!

Gerald thought to himself at this time.

The group of people continued talking and laughing before they took a cab to Grand Marshall Restaurant on Mayberry Commercial Street.

The opening ceremony of Grand Marshall Restaurant was naturally very lively because of all the people that they knew and the entire lobby on the first floor was overcrowded at this time. Those who came in and out of the restaurant were all wealthy and powerful people.

“Quinton is really amazing! Alice, does it mean that Grand Marshall Restaurant on Mayberry Commercial Street will belong to the Ziegler family in the future? Can we come here and play whenever we want to?” Jacelyn asked as she looked at Alice.

“Of course! Alice won’t forget us just because she has Brother Quinton now! Isn’t that right, Alice?”

After the girls stepped into the restaurant, they were all very excited and they could not help but look around the restaurant.

“Well, we’re all sisters. Of course, you can come here whenever you want to!”

“In fact, you might not know some news but Grand Marshall Restaurant doesn’t belong entirely to the Ziegler family!” Alice suddenly told the girls as they were all walking around the reception area.

“What? Didn’t the Ziegler family buy Grand Marshall Restaurant?”

“No, the Ziegler family only bought the rights to operate Grand Marshall Restaurant. The real moneymaker and owner is the big boss who owns the entire Mayberry Commercial Street. In fact, the whole commercial street belongs to this big boss!” Alice said as the expression on her face changed immediately.

“Everything on the Mayberry Commercial Street is all owned by one person? Isn’t this place organized by the Mayberry Chamber of Commerce?”

“Oh my god. Who does not know that the Mayberry Commercial Street is like an endless stream of money? Wasn’t it reported on the news that the total amount spent on Mayberry Commercial Street on a daily basis is about fourteen million dollars? That is billions of dollars worth here!”

“Of course, Grand Marshall Restaurant also accounts for more than a few million dollars every month and that would amount to more than tens of millions of dollars a year! The owner is making tons of money without even lifting a finger!”

Jacelyn and the other girls almost exploded when they heard the news.

It turned out that Mayberry Commercial Street was not organized by the Mayberry Chamber of Commerce. Instead, one single big boss owned almost every business on the street.

Wow! How much would that be worth?

“No way! I’m going insane just thinking about it. I want to find out if that big boss has a son. If he has a son, I hope I can marry him!”

and the other girls were all obsessed at

smiled bitterly before she shook her head and said, “Quinton told me that the big bosses of Mayberry Commercial Street are a pair of young brother and sister. Among them, the brother owns seventy percent of the business and establishments on Mayberry Commercial Street. The people here refer to him as Mr. Crawford and everyone says he seems like a very cool person. They even held a welcoming banquet for him at noon today. Unfortunately, Quinton only received the confirmation to run the restaurant later in the afternoon and he did not have the chance to meet the

could he possibly be attracted to an ordinary girl like herself? Moreover, Alice really wanted to find out more about this young owner and she tried to look him up on the Internet but she could not find any news about him at

Ugh!

their conversation and he could not help but feel a little embarrassed. This was especially because Alice said that Mr. Crawford was very young and

Was he very cool?

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when he hit Elena

Gerald felt a little weird

they knew that the young boss

you tell me

eagerly discussing the restaurant, Quinton, who was dressed smartly in formal attire, walked over with Harold by

he was really handsome in front

saw that you were busy socializing and entertaining your customers…are

in a soft manner. She had never been in a relationship before and she was not the kind of girl who would act coquettishly in front of guys, which was the way her roommate, Jacelyn, would always

could only speak in

today. I just found a table

this time, he suddenly saw Gerald who was standing

small wooden horse that was placed on a shelf. The small wooden horse looked very delicate and it was

was filled with curiosity at

is very fragile. Please be careful, Brother Gerald!” Quinton quickly said in a

little displeased and envious of Gerald because he had

Mountain Entertainment

Quinton felt a little better because his

all, it would not be possible for a person to feel

was just a vain

it again? What if you damage the small wooden horse, just like how you damaged the oil painting the last time? Quinton doesn’t owe you anything, so how are you

bumpkin! He

invite Gerald here with us

other girls quickly expressed their dissatisfaction towards

they were blatantly ridiculing and criticizing Gerald was

the manor, then Jacelyn and the other girls would definitely keep that in

not happen. Moreover, Quinton was already unhappy to see Gerald here and it seemed as though Gerald had no clue about anything

could Gerald

wanted to express their

only shake her head helplessly. At first, she was planning to take revenge against Gerald. When she thought about

to even be worried about this person in the first

Harper! Why are you here? Damn it. Gerald,

this time, a woman’s voice sounded behind them and she

heard this woman’s voice, he lifted his head and turned around,

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arm in

at Gerald, Naomi,

could also afford to attend such a

After that, Gerald suddenly thought of the diamond ring that Yuri had bought for Xavia earlier today. He must have bought all these items for Xavia to wear

looked very proud and happy at this

help but think to himself, ‘Perhaps Xavia and Yuri

was really just a tool for Xavia to

really ridiculous. To think that he was

you and Gerald unexpectedly know each other too?” Yuri asked in a

why Yuri could come to the opening ceremony today was because Yuri’s mother and Quinton’s mother had been college roommates who shared a close relationship with one another

do

from

is wearing today! He is really lowering the standards here!” Xavia said as she glared at Gerald contemptuously at this time. She even tightened her grasp around Yuri’s

Marshall Restaurant after breaking up with him. In Xavia’s opinion, Gerald was really lucky to have won thirty thousand dollars from the lottery

Xavia’s comment and he placed his hands in his pockets as he laughed and said, “If he’s going to lower the standard, then just lower the standard. After all, when it comes to elegance and common appreciation, not everyone

amazing. What he

sense. If there are

Is it really okay to talk

the rest of the girls as they agreed with what

what they were saying. At this time, he thought to himself about how much this group of girls loved money. Alright then!

Okay! He was angry!

this time, Quinton looked at Gerald before he smiled and said, “Brother Gerald, don’t get me wrong. I was just joking. You aren’t angry, are you? Well, I know that

manner, “Quinton, are you deliberately finding trouble with me

invited him here today was because she wanted him to mend his

all of them to enjoy dinner with

thought that it was only natural

Gerald finally understood that they had only invited

seems as though Gerald is really angry now. Brother Quinton did you a huge favor by giving you the opportunity to

she felt even happier when she realized that

insulting Gerald because she wanted to leave a good impression in Quinton’s

it already. Quinton, where’s the table that you reserved for us?” Alice

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brought him here and if Xavia continued ridiculing Gerald, then it

an owner should be able to hit their own dog,

don’t you sit here? Since Yuri and Xavia are also from the same university, all of

a huge table. After that, he assigned them one by one so they could sit down. Yuri and Xavia did not

suddenly became slightly crowded. The six of them in Alice’s dormitory, five of

would be no space for Gerald

This is really embarrassing! Brother Gerald, I’m sorry but there isn’t a seat left for

smiled coldly before he behaved as though he

said, “Gerald, why don’t you come

us to squeeze together. After all, many wealthy and powerful people come to this

his head and he could not help but sigh at this time. “I was originally planning to sit here with all of you so we could chat and talk before I go up on stage to participate in the opening ceremony. Since I won’t be eating anyway, I will just

he will be sitting between Alice and I! Absolutely not! Moreover, we don’t want you to leave,

and this placed Gerald

Damn it!

would definitely take his revenge on

feel a little hatred in his heart. He was about to leave at this time so that he did not

this time, the host’s voice suddenly sounded

Everyone, please be

Everyone quickly took their own

and he was standing awkwardly in the middle of the banquet hall. Naturally, he attracted

Look at that person. Why is he just standing there in such

waiter? No, he doesn’t look like a waiter. Just look at the way

no seat? How did the Ziegler family plan their opening

few of the guests started whispering among

of young men and women were seated together at this time. This table was

even though Quinton was the one who had personally arranged the table for Alice and her friends, he

young men and

at another young man who was dressed in white before he said, “Brother Aiden, Sister Elena, look at that! I think that Grand Marshall Restaurant messed up today! Hahaha! Someone had actually come in here

raised his head as he glanced at the direction that his

rubbed his eyes to confirm that he was not seeing things before he exclaimed, “Damn it! It’s Mr.

cold and indifferent, suddenly raised her head because she was startled. In fact, Elena could still

Elena muttered

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my god. It really

suddenly recognized Gerald at

was nervous and

Aiden! That is

Slap!

man dressed in white was none other than Aiden. When he saw the young men calling Gerald a beggar, he gave him a

a beggar? Are you tired of

men covered his face with his hand with an aggrieved expression on his

go and

this time. Gerald was one of the big bosses behind the entire Mayberry Commercial Street and the strength of the Crawford family was even more unimaginable. Whoever could get acquainted

He was incredible.

It seems

the banquet hall. He could see Gerald standing alone in the center of the banquet hall and some of the girls seated at the table beside him were

suddenly became clear

situation when he sent him

revealed

his friends and schoolmates. Moreover, if his identity had already been exposed, there would definitely be a number of bodyguards protecting the entrance and exit

undoubtedly place a lot of attention on Gerald. Moreover, they might even cause a lot of unforeseen trouble to Gerald. At that

handling people and awkward situations

no, Brother Aiden! It seems as though Mr. Crawford is getting ridiculed by those scumbags. This is our chance to step in and assist him! We shouldn’t just sit here and watch them ridicule him,

However, you should all remember that you mustn’t expose Mr. Crawford’s true identity. As for what we should do next, you should all

already had a plan in mind and he quickly told his group of friends everything that

a huge sigh of relief. After all, if they had rushed over to Gerald earlier, they

already getting ready to leave right then. After all, he was already feeling very embarrassed because everyone was staring at

“Friend, please stay!”

at this time and

if you don’t mind, why don’t you come

here and join us for a drink! We have an

second generation also stood up at this time, and one

“Huh? What is happening?”

Aiden, is

table are representing the nine supreme

Elena from the Larson family is also sitting at that

knew what was

was formerly in charge of Grand Marshall Restaurant, started their businesses entirely on Mayberry Commercial Street and this was how they had made a huge

very close

of these young men

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everyone else were all startled

table were, but they had never had the opportunity to meet them. They were very shocked that

that Aiden, Elena and their friends were all here at the opening ceremony tonight. He had not paid any attention to all the other guests earlier. However, he suddenly

food! Therefore, he felt that it would be better for him to accept the invitation and go over to sit with Aiden and the rest of the young people instead. At least, he would be able to make those who looked down

Gerald nodded immediately. “Okay!”

of the banquet hall, step by step under everyone’s astonished gaze,

“Shameless!”

doesn’t know his own

table with them! Doesn’t he know his

sitting so close to our goddess,

second-generation rich kids who were full of envy and hatred at this

Yuri, Xavia and the rest of the group also looked at Quinton in shock before they asked him

young people. After all, their table was placed at one of the most prestigious positions, all the way

to sit at the table, do

even more uncomfortable because he was actually the main character and

before he said, “Mr. Aiden, what do you mean by this? How can

friend of ours isn’t allowed to sit here, then we’re all leaving

before he

of the bosses who worked closely with and for Aiden’s family also stood up at this time. If Aiden decided to leave, then naturally, they would also follow in his footsteps and leave the banquet hall

“This…”

Quinton’s face was

they had just taken over today and he

the usually arrogant Aiden would be so polite

spoken up, Mr. Aiden, then he’ll naturally

before he turned around and returned to his

on? Why did Aiden invite that piece of

Marshall Restaurant. However, we managed to get it in the end because my father had put in a lot of efforts and used plenty of connections before he finally succeeded. I think that is the reason why Aiden is holding a grudge against us. However, since it’s still our opening ceremony today, we can’t