The Secretly Rich Man

Gerald Crawford:The Secretly Rich Man Novel (Invisible or Poorest) Chapter 421

“Here comes Xella!” said Rae as she and the others smiled toward Xella.

“Have you waited for a long time, Gerald?” asked Xella, smiling as she looked at him.

“Not at all!” replied Gerald.

Xella was dressed charmingly that day. She was certainly the kind of woman who could bewitch others with a single glance.

However, Gerald knew better and actively stopped himself from thinking unnecessary thoughts.

“Speaking of which, Xella, I looked at the group chat yesterday. The others were discussing how you had landed a great job. How did you manage to get into the Dream Investment Group? I heard that a billion dollars were required for the registered capital!” said Rae, a slight jealousy projected in her voice.

Initially, Rae was considered much better compared to her other classmates in the group.

Since she was now dating the tycoon whose family owned a few shops, she was considered quite well-to-do and she was proud of that.

She had a great life as well.

However, comparing herself to Xella, she felt like a small fry.

Everyone knew that the Dream Investment Group was established with the funds provided by Mr. Crawford from Mayberry. In the near future, it was planned to become a large development project in Serene County. Whoever managed to enter the group would continue their efforts even though they had to pay about one to two billion dollars that year.

Naturally, when the news was shared in the group chat, everyone became excited.

It was a sign that Serene County was going to undergo some drastic changes soon.

“I just so happened to be recruited by the company. I’m not too sure how its development will end up being and to be frank, I don’t have much confidence either. Besides, it’s not like I’m working in the headquarters of Dream Investment Group. I’m just working in a subsidiary investment holding company under them, it’s not as mysterious and good as most people say!” said Xyla as she smiled bitterly.

“That’s still quite an exceptional post, Xella! You don’t have to be modest!” replied Rae, her jealousy more apparent in her voice now.

Gerald on the other hand, was standing beside them and he appeared quite shocked.

So Xella had been recruited by a subsidiary company under Dream Investment Company.

And who owned the Dream Investment Company?

It was, of course, Gerald!

No wonder Xella and the others were there the other day! After completing the procedures for the opening ceremony, he had bumped into them in the main square just outside the hall.

Quite a few celebrities had attended the carnival the day before so it hadn’t crossed Gerald’s mind that Xella was involved with the Dream Investment Company.

With her role as an employee of the subsidiary company under Gerald’s, it was definitely alright for her to bring along a few friends to enjoy themselves there.

Gerald couldn’t help but think to himself, ‘What a great coincidence!’

“Since we’re all here, let’s get on the bus together!” said Xella.

“It’s fine, someone’s picking us up later! Actually Xella, why don’t you come with us instead?”

Just as Xella was about to reply, her phone started ringing.

The moment she picked up, she stepped to the side before saying something, a blush forming on her cheeks. She continued talking for a while before finally hanging up.

“Your boyfriend?” asked Gerald with a smile. He couldn’t help it, seeing her face all shy and flustered.

“What are you talking about? I’m single! That’s just a friend!” she replied with a smile though her voice was quivering awkwardly.

Gerald shook his head with a smile before fishing his car keys out. He was ready to drive her to the gathering.

All of a sudden, a new white Audi A4L could be seen and heard dashing toward the bus stop.

The brakes were slammed and the car stopped abruptly right next to the surprised crowd.

The car’s window was rolled down and a man in sunglasses poked his head out.

“Come on, Xella! Your classmates will be there soon! Let’s get there before them, just the two of us!” said the man.

Naturally, the car caught a lot of attention from the people who were waiting for the bus there.

As usual, the beautiful one would always get picked up by the rich kid.

This was what a few of the boys there thought as their inferiority complex sank in.

“Ah, hello Waylon. Is this the newest car you’ve bought?”

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Rae recognized the man and she bore a look of surprise on her face.

Seeing that Rae and the tycoon were there, Waylon was surprised as well.

He got out of his car and leaned against it with one hand in his pocket. He then smiled and said, “Bought it about half a month ago. I finally found a chance to drive it today!”

Waylon was another of Gerald’s old classmates.

Back when they were still in school together, there were only two boys who were very rich and powerful. They still are today.

One of them was Cameron, whose family was related to the health department. The other was none other than Waylon.

Both Waylon and Cameron shared a good relationship back then. They enjoyed messing around during class.

Since the two of them had wealth and power, they both lived good lives even after graduating from high school.

However, Gerald was more interested in Waylon’s relationship with Xella. The two of them had never had a good relationship, even quarreling with each other at times, at least as far as Gerald could remember. They now looked like they shared quite a good relationship.

As they were chatting with each other, Rae pointed at Gerald before saying, “Say, Waylon, Gerald’s here too. Why don’t you talk to him?”

Waylon then finally looked toward Gerald who had been standing beside them all this time.

“Oh goodness! If you hadn’t told me about it, I really wouldn’t have recognized him. You’re here too, Gerald!” said Waylon as he smiled faintly.

Rae simply sneered at that. “What, have you forgotten already, Waylon? You once asked Gerald to lend you his workbook so that you could copy his answers. Gerald didn’t let you so you took a chair and beat him up all the way from the platform to the back of the classroom. I remember him looking scared half to death back then since you did it so harshly,” said Rae as she reminisced.

Gerald was placed in an extremely awkward position as soon as she said that.

He distinctly remembered that incident and it had been a reoccurring bad memory for him. Waylon was like a shadow in Gerald’s heart since he always ridiculed Gerald openly. That wasn’t the only time he had beaten Gerald up either.

It had been so traumatizing that whenever Gerald heard even his name, he grew instinctively frightened.

During that incident, both Xella and Sharon had quarreled fiercely with Waylon because they wanted to help Gerald.

Xella had even taken a textbook and smashed it on Waylon so that she could avenge Gerald.

It was an unpleasant experience as a whole and Gerald could only reply with a bitter smile.

However, Waylon was indifferent to the situation and simply changed the topic. “Well, that’s enough chit chat. When I called Xella earlier I thought she was going to be here alone. It turns out that all of you were here waiting for the bus! Either way, come on Xella, let’s go.”

‘Xella must have been afraid that I would misunderstand earlier, so that’s why she answered the call secretly’ Gerald thought to himself.

It wasn’t really necessary. Gerald didn’t care, quite honestly.

However, she had promised and agreed that they would be going to the gathering together. As it turned out, she had both Gerald and Waylon waiting to take her there. That was the only thing that slightly troubled Gerald.

“Sure. Let’s go in Waylon’s car together, Gerald. You don’t have to take the bus too!” said Xella as she blushed slightly while looking toward Gerald.

In their minds, the tycoon and Rae had added themselves to the picture. ‘Imagine riding in an Audi! That would feel so good! We could even deepen our relationship with Waylon! How nice!’

“I’m afraid that just won’t be possible. I need to pick up another classmate later and if Gerald joins, there won’t be any space in the car left!” said Waylon, a grimace on his face as he stepped into his car.

Xella was now sitting beside Waylon who had just gotten into the driver’s seat.

This made Xella feel even more awkward. “I… see… Then… What should we do then?”

“How about this, Gerald can just hail a taxi since it’ll only cost about ten dollars!” replied Waylon.

“You don’t need to do that! Aren’t there Ofo bikes by the street? Just scan one then ride the bike to the gathering!” said Rae.

“D*mn! That’s just too pathetic!” Waylon then burst out laughing.

Once he stopped, he said, “Let’s just meet later at the hotel then, Gerald.”

After that, he just drove off without saying another word.

Xella had wanted to say something to Gerald but in the end, she couldn’t bring herself to say anything. She could only roll up the car’s window.

She sighed internally. ‘What else could I have said…’

Once they left, several people were already looking at Gerald pitifully. A few others simply sniggered.

‘That Gerald guy there was clearly being looked down upon. He’s so pitiful!’ That was what almost everyone there was thinking at that moment.

However, Gerald didn’t let it bother him. He simply smiled in resignation before walking to the parking lot beside the bus stop.

He passed by the bus stop as his Mercedes-Benz G-Class drove swiftly toward the venue of the gathering.

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Once he had parked his car, Gerald entered the private room. Almost half of his classmates were already there.

There were about twenty people and the atmosphere was quite lively.

The dining table that they had booked was huge as well.

Most of the students there only greeted Gerald casually before turning to look away and continuing talking among themselves.

To them, Gerald was simply a poor loser so he was naturally easy to be ignored.

Going back to Gerald, there was one thing that surprised him.

Both Lilian and Sharon were nowhere to be seen.

“By the way, Waylon, why aren’t Lilian and Sharon here? Didn’t they say they would join us?”

Similar to Gerald, some of the other classmates were also puzzled.

Waylon simply smiled faintly. “They won’t be joining us. They’re not the same as they used to be. They’ve entered rich and powerful circles. They’re arguably the most powerful among us! Why would they ever attend such a small event such as this?”

“Oh my, is that really true? What else do you know, Waylon?” asked Xella who was sitting beside him. Her curiosity had gotten the better of her.

“Well, Sharon’s found herself quite a powerful boyfriend in Mayberry. Do any of you know about Yorknorth Mountain Entertainment City?” said Waylon as he lit a cigarette.

“Of course we all do! It’s net famous! Yorknorth Mountain is going to be developed and transformed into a tourism, food, and culture focused city. Literally everyone has heard about it!”

“Well, Sharon’s boyfriend came from Yorknorth Village, though the village has now been demolished. But that’s beside the point. See, her boyfriend’s family owns a few shops on the commercial street in Yorknorth Mountain Entertainment City. The amount of money they’ll be earning in the future will be almost impossible to calculate!”

“Holy cr*p! They sound really powerful!”

Hearing that, everyone was astounded.

“Her boyfriend’s name is Hayward, and he’s quite famous in Mayberry. I had visited Mayberry last month for a little entertainment and fun. I called Sharon while I was there and met up with her boyfriend too. We had a meal together and exchanged contact information too,” said Waylon rather proudly.

“D*mn Waylon! You’re so great!”

“Back when we were in school, Waylon and Cameron were equally influential and powerful! Waylon still is! How about you Cameron? No news from you? You’ve got to work harder!” teased a few girls who were sitting casually beside Cameron.

A hint of jealousy could be seen in Cameron’s eyes.

couldn’t compare himself

a lot of people from Mayberry whereas Cameron’s contacts were only limited to those from the health

it made Cameron both

he was

to that you can just give Cameron a call! Come over here Cameron! The guest of honor seat is

the main seat while Xella was sitting to his left as the secondary guest of honor. The only seat left was

of honor seat? You’re definitely the most powerful among us here! Besides, I’ll let all of you know something. Waylon’s company has also received funding from

He felt smug that the

that, their eyes widened as

belong to my family, so they’re none of my business. I’ve established my own company but it’s still quite useless since I’ve yet to yield any results!” said

classmates were both jealous and

only made Cameron feel more

sitting near the door. With a cold smile on his face, he said, “Speaking of which, Waylon. We shouldn’t just pass the seat of

he didn’t want to be compared to Waylon anymore

You’re suggesting Gerald take it?” said a random classmate as he burst out

Cameron simply sneered.

our Serene County’s Louie. We

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smiled coldly as he said

As if Louie could ever be

know right? The difference between Louie and Gerald’s status is synonymous with comparing a planet with

me, but Xella knows it’s true. She saw

he looked at Xella, she

“Well, d*mn!”

that moment, several of the classmates began

a few others

the incident where Waylon had severely beaten Gerald up back in

with Louie who was known for having a good rapport with both good and bad guys. How would Waylon respond to that? What kind of

that most of you don’t know about this, but Louie was beaten up by someone in a KTV a few days ago. His father was even warned by that person. What more, their Lourdes Mining Group shares are being taken over by someone else as well! With that in mind, do you

sharing other information that he had heard

was finally able to see the entire

like an honest person! But in the end, you got acquainted with such a person! I would never have expected you to be like that, Gerald!”

whatever he had done, it made them obedient to him. Some time ago, my dad had a meal with Jaxon, more commonly

ended his sentence

were all

Your father

was. It was literally impossible not to know about him

extremely powerful

driver must be very well to do

dad’s had a few meals with him before. Jaxon’s quite a dominant man. You know, I think that we really should have more gatherings like this in the future. If any of you need any help, I’ll definitely lend you a hand. And don’t just think I’m sitting here telling lies either! Have a look at this

held his phone out to

a look at

indeed, Jaxon Sanders

dressed

to say the least. He would

had always assigned Jaxon to be Gerald’s chauffeur when Gerald went to Wayfair Mountain Entertainment. Gerald had been quite close

was an honest and sincere man, as he presented himself as a simple and plain

was

was anything wrong with that. Everyone had a private

The people who fawn over him aren’t going to

peeked at Gerald before looking

person from your company

You’re facing troubles at your

at Rae’s question and he looked

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wrong?” asked

she began sharing an incident that had happened to her

too long after, Gerald’s

had been recruited by the company, her superior began constantly harassing her. The superior in question was

who had lost all his hair around the crown of his head. He looked quite old

hadn’t dared to do much. He simply

so. Hence,

onward, the man became more perverted

constantly called Xella to his office. At the start, he would only say imprudent things to her from time to time. Now, things were getting physical and it was not uncommon for him to use both his hands and legs to harass

the deputy manager had called Xella to come over. This

the time that she instinctively picked a glass of water up and

otherwise she would have to resign from

up telling

influential enough to set the deputy manager straight. Help from her

that old pervert! How dare he bully our goddess!” shouted some of

to learn how to better protect ourselves. We’re always being harassed and bullied. You know, a few people who didn’t know about my connections or background had constantly requested me to do things for them back when I first

already found herself a good and powerful boyfriend so you should definitely do the same! Find yourself a man like that who cherishes you and you’ll bump into way

blushed slightly at this before

for you! He’s just a deputy manager after all!”

stop bothering me, please don’t do anything unnecessary!”

worry, I know what

you need to look no further! Gerald’s here and he can easily

him and could only give a

found someone equally fun, good,

a brief moment before averting her gaze

was

shared quite a good relationship with Gerald, up to the point where she actively defended him

was much closer to

naturally considered to be the most powerful among the classmates and he had a lot more connections and resources compared to the others as well. Gerald

her reasoning and couldn’t fully

usually concluded that money and resources

was honestly slightly upset since it happened to someone he had treated

not say anything about

when the

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a while, Gerald stood up and went

Xella stood up

bumped into Xella who had also left the

awkward, to say the

of which, I haven’t had a chance to properly talk with you. How’ve you been recently?” said Xella with a

like in the past, and she was

become quite close to Waylon. Even if he didn’t

as he wiped his hands dry with some

heard that you haven’t found a job yet, is that true? Do you have

a name for myself,” replied Gerald

that you go look for a job. It doesn’t matter what kind of job you get. You know very well

his own company and he’s looking for people to hire. If you want, I could put in a word for you so that he’ll be more willing

appreciate it, but I’ll have to refuse,” said

try to understand. Why don’t you try looking at it this way? If you had let him copy your answers then he wouldn’t have

heart anymore. Also, regarding the issue with your deputy manager. All you need to do is to tell your manager or report the incident to the other

Inc. so Gerald knew about their capabilities and virtues well. They would definitely not allow

shaking her head. “You don’t know much about what goes on at my workplace. You don’t have to bother about it anymore. Anyway, it’s been nice talking to you

sentence, she simply waved at Gerald before

feel that Xella

was just like back when he had met Sharon. She had acted strangely to him as

disappointed, Gerald began

that Xella’s path had been blocked by a middle-aged man. The man was even trying to

Zabel?” said Xella as she moved

meal here today. I didn’t expect to bump into you. Since we’re both here, why not have a drink with me? I

Stop trying to leave or I’ll get

“Let go of her!”

loud, angry roar

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come from none other than Waylon himself who had just left the private

washroom but as she was about to exit the private room, she

up and headed toward the washroom

of uncouth b*stards! Who’re you yelling

no small fry. His expression

classmate. Why are you

was so frightened that she instinctively hid

around are no ordinary people. If you know what’s best for yourself, follow me. Also, why don’t you tell these b*stards who I am?” replied Mr. Zabel, his

Charlie Zabel… And he’s the deputy manager of my department!” said

this

with Charlie that afternoon. However, Charlie had been kind enough to show

bump into that old pervert here

Let’s have a chat, shall we? First of all, do you know who I am? My dad is Spencer Leets! My family owns Queenzon Enterprise! The biggest

Charlie’s heart

knew

an

they had

could even say that it’s one of Dream Investment Group’s development

benefitted from this, and they now enjoyed a powerful and influential

the group. However, as a mere deputy manager of a company, he still needed to think

business to attend to with Xella which only concerns our company. It would be inappropriate for you to intervene in such private affairs, don’t you

of investment was much higher than the factory and company belonging to Queenzon Enterprise. Comparing the two, Charlie’s company was definitely a more important asset for the Dream Investment Group. Charlie didn’t

wish to intervene.

words,

after due to both men feeling

first to attack. He rushed toward Charlie and began

the others began taking action

that the deputy manager

was

standing beside them the entire time, trying to get them to stop

you! Just you wait!” Charlie shouted with a hand on his bruised

long after, a group of people

leader of the group seemed to be a middle-aged man

was it who started it all?” asked the leader,

both Waylon and Cameron before whispering something into the leader’s

to duty at your company as a senior executive! These brats need to be taught a lesson, otherwise, they’ll think

continued standing at the side.

useless, rich brat but he was efficient when it

other, the middle-aged man was clearly not

someone from Charlie’s group smashed a wine bottle against Waylon’s head. Blood

fighting! Cease

already was, Gerald quickly rushed forward along with a few other men. They tried to persuade both teams

up. Although Waylon

that just shouldn’t

stop the fight. Charlie then paid the bill and

to do? Waylon, you’re bleeding!” said Rae, extremely

bunch of bstards who have ever dared to beat me up. I’m calling my dad! Those bstards are going to pay

Waylon had fought earlier. He was clearly someone who

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Waylon had always done as

could act even fiercer. They had even severely beaten

a wreck both physically

attention immediately!” shouted Morgana before taking her phone out and calling

soon arrived and since Morgana herself was a clinician, she entered the ambulance as well to help bandage his wounds. She left

he’s being sent to the hospital…

leave for now… What if those madmen come

don’t seem like ordinary

among themselves, all of them quite indecisive

achieved, they all turned to

looked back

half of the fight. He had been kicked down and he stayed there. He was afraid of fighting back the moment he found