The Secretly Rich Man

Gerald Crawford:The Secretly Rich Man Novel (Invisible or Poorest) Chapter 1011

“…What?”

Theo was so shocked by what he had just witnessed that that was the only thing he was able to mutter as he immediately stood up.

Everyone else was equally as shocked, especially the poor waiter who had been standing right behind the door—ready to serve more dishes—when all that happened.

Zander himself had both his feet on the floor again at this point. While he had initially assured himself earlier that Gerald was definitely just an ordinary young man without any actual capabilities, he now knew how wrong he was.

To think that he would actually be able to smash a wooden door to pieces with just a single vegetable leaf! Just how much training did he have to go through to get that strong?!

The atmosphere in the room was getting increasingly stressful by the second.

Clearly feeling the pressure, Theo—who was currently drenched in cold sweat—mumbled to himself, “To think that one could actually inflict pain upon others simply by using a leaf!”

To attempt to ease the overwhelming awkwardness of the situation, one of the people from the Lovewell family—who had been standing at the side this entire time—smiled and asked, “M-master Zabinski, I couldn’t quite catch that… Could you repeat what you said…?”

Feeling more and more cold sweat dripping down his chin, the completely dazed Theo simply repeated, “I said, to think that one could actually inflict pain upon others simply by using a leaf!”

Now finally feeling the adrenaline of fear, Theo then added, “H-how eye-opening! To think that such a skill could even exist on this planet!”

Theo was now looking at Gerald in a completely different light. Realizing that the map was still with him, he immediately walked over to face Gerald and respectfully held out the item before saying, “M-Mr. Crawford! I apologize for not being an insightful person! Please have your map back!”

Seeing that, Zander and his family members exchanged glances with each other. In the end, all of them took turns standing up.

“Please forgive me for my earlier imprudence, Mr. Crawford. For Kaleb’s sake, please consider helping the Lovewell family to rid us of our current crisis,” said Zander before bowing deeply before Gerald.

Putting the map away, Gerald casually replied, “What’s the big issue? Can’t Master Merrett resolve it?”

Gerald was only prompted to ask now since he had been given the map which, in all honesty, was something useful to him. He wasn’t really interested in meddling in the Lovewell family’s affairs just for Kaleb’s sake either. He just didn’t want to feel like he owed any of them any favors.

“Well, the thing is…”

With that, Zander then began detailing everything regarding the incident.

As it turned out, the Lovewells had made themselves an enemy a while back. The enemy in question left them alone for a period of time, seemingly to return to his homeland.

However, upon his return, the Lovewells found out that even their most powerful bodyguards weren’t able to take down the enemy. Though they had no idea how he had become so powerful during his absence, the more pressing issue was the fact that he had declared to kill a descendant of the Lovewell family every ten days until none of them were left.

Up till this point, two descendants of the Lovewells had already been both harmed and eventually killed despite Zander’s orders that prohibited any of the younger generations from ever leaving their homes.

For now, the remaining younger generations of the Lovewell family remained hiding in their homes.

The enemy himself went by the name of Damian Wake, and his goal was simple. The man simply wanted the Lovewells to be completely wiped off the face of the planet, but only after he had driven them insane in fear.

Knowing that, the only thing Zander could do was hire a large group of experts to protect his family. It was also the reason why they had hosted the treasure exchange event a month earlier this year.

Their plan was to attract large groups of rich and powerful people to the event. The greater the number of participants, the greater their strength. Besides, strength in numbers would also encourage the Lovewells to remain vigilant and not just give in.

Hearing that, Gerald now understood why Haven and her siblings had to sneak out just to have some fun.

“While Damian was once one of the Logan Province’s rich heirs, both he and his father were equally as wicked. Since they constantly behaved so viciously, all the rich businessmen in the Logan Province boycotted them back then, ultimately resulting in their family falling apart. However, being the extremely petty-minded person he is, we’re all aware that Damian won’t stop until he takes his revenge on all of the families that had boycotted them so many years ago, and I do mean all of them. Once his revenge on the Lovewell family has been sated, he’ll definitely start going after the other families as well!” said Kaleb.

“Speaking of which, we’ve previously made an appointment with him. Essentially, it’s a challenge to a duel due tomorrow night… It’s rather humiliating to admit it, but he’s so strong that I don’t think I’ll even be a match against him!” added the white-haired man as he shook his head with a sigh.

Looking at Gerald, Zander then respectfully said, “It would truly be a blessing to us should you decide to lend us a hand, Mr. Crawford…”

Since Gerald didn’t really have much of a good impression on Zander, he turned to face Kaleb before replying, “…Sure. I’ll go over to have a look.”

“How wonderful to hear!”

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Once their meal was over, Gerald left the hotel together with Zander and the others. Upon arriving at the hotel’s entrance, they were promptly greeted by a butler who immediately said, “Some people from the Long family in Yanken wish to pay you a visit, Chairman Lovewell!”

“The Longs? Humph! For what reason have they come over to visit me? Who did they send over to be their representative?” replied Zander who was clearly much more confident now that Gerald had agreed to help him.

“They sent the second lady of the Long family! She’s currently waiting to meet you and she even brought along several great gifts to celebrate the success of the treasure exchange event!” explained the butler.

Upon hearing that, Gerald lifted his head slightly.

The second lady of the Long family? Could it really be…?

“Does the Long family’s representative bear the surname of Yorke, by any chance?” asked Gerald.

In response, the butler immediately smiled before saying, “She does, indeed!”

So it really was Xavia!

For some reason, Gerald felt rather peculiar the moment he heard that Xavia was here. After all, he hadn’t met her for over a year now and he had completely forgotten about her until today.

With the passing of time, it was natural for incidents of the past to slowly be forgotten. However, there was one incident that Gerald knew he wouldn’t ever be able to forget.

That incident being the time when he was being pursued by both the Longs and the Moldells almost an entire year ago. While both families had desperately tried to kill him back then, Xavia had let him off, essentially saving his life.

‘It’s been over a year now… I wonder how she’s doing now… Regardless, she deserves to live a peaceful life… In other words, it’s better if we don’t meet at all,’ Gerald thought to himself before laughing slightly bitterly.

“Mr. Crawford…? Mr. Crawford…” whispered Zander beside him.

“…Hmm?” replied Gerald as he snapped out of his daze.

“Haha! I was just wondering where you’re currently staying. If it’s convenient for you, why not move into the Lovewell family’s manor for now? I’ll tell the others to arrange the best room for you if you agree,” suggested Zander.

“Sounds good,” replied Gerald with a nod.

With things decided just like that, all of them then returned to the Lovewell family manor.

Upon arriving there, Zander and Gerald parted ways. While Gerald headed for his new room, Zander himself headed to the reception area of his home to meet up with Xavia.

“It’s a pleasure to meet you, Miss Yorke. I’ve seen the list of gifts you presented to us, and I must say that all of them are extremely expensive and valuable! Our family would feel bad for accepting all of them!” said Zander cordially.

“You’re being way too modest, Chairman Lovewell! You’ve made some time to meet me despite your packed schedule! That alone is already a blessing to the Long family!” replied Xavia.

Hearing that, Zander smiled as he looked at Xavia. Since the Longs were allowing such a young lady to deal with such important things, Zander was sure that she had all sorts of tricks and skills up her sleeves.

Even though he knew that, the gracefulness that she expressed through the prudent way she spoke—as they exchanged pleasantries—overshadowed any wariness that Zander initially had. He was well aware of it too, and that made him respect Xavia even more.

“Since you’re a busy man, Chairman Lovewell, I won’t beat around the bush. I’ve come here today in wonder if you’ve read the cooperation proposal that the Long family drafted. If possible, the Longs from Yanken truly wish to have a strong cooperation with the Lovewells. If you agree, then the Longs will instantly provide the Lovewell family with a project worth a billion and five hundred million dollars. Consider it our way of expressing our sincerity.

Upon hearing that, Zander felt his eyelids twitch slightly. Though he was clearly moved, he kept his cool. After all, he was in no hurry to reveal what he was truly feeling.

“We appreciate your trust in us. Regardless, putting talk about cooperation aside for the moment, I heard from your people that you seem to have some cousins here in the Logan Province. I’m not sure if you’ve already heard from them about how we do things here in the Logan Province…”

The good relationship between the Longs and Moldells was no secret among those working in the business field. However, the same couldn’t be said about the relationship between the Moldells and Lovewells.

Due to that, it was natural for Zander to want to know more details about the affair since a Long representative was now at his door.

“You’re quite well informed, Chairman Lovewell. I do indeed have a few cousins and relatives living here. It’s their hometown, after all. However, we haven’t been in touch with each other for many, many years. As a result, you may as well just treat it as if it’s my first time here in the Logan Province. In other words, I’m afraid I’m not quite familiar with the procedures here that you mentioned. ”

“Regardless, you can be assured of one thing. Once you gain the project, the Lovewells will definitely earn money. I feel that the bond between the Longs and the Lovewells will simultaneously also be strengthened, don’t you think?” replied Xavia with a smile.

In response, Zander simply nodded.

At that moment, the butler entered the reception area and said, “Everything has been appropriately arranged for Mr. Crawford, Chairman Lovewell. May I know if there’s anything else that you wish for me to do?”

“Nothing for the moment. Just be sure to tell the others to serve Mr. Crawford well. None of them are to slack off!”

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“Ah, so it turns out that you have a rather distinguished guest here today! I apologize for taking quite a bit of your time… However, I do wonder who the guest could be for you to give him such high respect, Chairman Lovewell. After all, you’re an extremely powerful and influential person yourself!” said Xavia as she smiled while straightening her hair.

“Haha! Due to the undergoing treasure exchange event, there are currently plenty of other distinguished people in the Logan Province! However, the distinguished guest I have with me now is a little different from the others… Regardless, why don’t we discuss other things for the moment? Worry not, for I’ll definitely find the time to carefully read through your cooperation proposal. Actually, since the event won’t end until a few more days, why don’t you stay here for the meantime, Miss Yorke? Once the treasure exchange event is over, we’ll officially negotiate how things will go. What do you think?”

“It would be an honor, Chairman Lovewell,” replied Xavia with a smile.

The rest of the day was rather uneventful, and the next day soon came.

To start her day off, Xavia brought her subordinates along with her as she strolled around Lovewell Manor. The manor itself was huge and several villas and VIP areas existed within it.

Upon arriving at one of the VIP areas, however, Xavia’s walk was halted by a few guards who said, “Apologies, Miss Yorke, but no one is allowed to enter this area aside from Chairman Lovewell.”

“No, it was rude of me to attempt to enter this area in the first place. Still, I wonder how distinguished the guest staying here truly is… I happen to recall hearing about a ‘Mr. Crawford’ who seemed rather important to Chairman Lovewell… Could Mr. Crawford currently be residing within that room…?” asked Xavia as she flashed them a smile.

However, none of the bodyguards responded to her question.

Due to that, Xavia found herself frowning slightly as she then walked away.

The Lovewells are known to have a lot of secrets,” consoled one of

Mr. Crawford ends up being our competitor. Should that truly be the case, then won’t everything that the Long family has done so far come to no avail? That Zander truly is a cunning and secretive man… Even after talking to him for so long yesterday, I still can’t make heads or tails of what he truly thinks! How could he have

there and have a look around as well? This could be a chance for you to get in contact with businessmen from various other places. Should that happen, then you’ll certainly end up helping the Long

be true, I’m honestly not all that interested in that

propose we

Zander did mention my cousins and relatives yesterday, I may as well use the opportunity to pay them a visit. After all, it’s been a good… seven? Or maybe even eight years since I’ve last met them!” replied Xavia, a

group of

she failed to notice the lascivious gaze of the

later when the sound of a

around forty instantly forced on

grown up now! Regardless, what business brings you to my door? We ceased

from inside. It was evident that the woman currently

it’s exactly because it’s been so long that I came over to visit. Is it wrong for me to miss

just do that!” scowled

all of them were still talking and laughing with each other—while sitting on couches—until

moment onward, the

was wondering who had come over! What a rare guest! What

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simultaneously surprised and delighted voice had come from a middle-aged man who stood up

while, uncle!” replied

even if you’re living in the middle of a forest! I do wonder if that saying applies to

other young men and women in the room took

long yet your way of talking never changes, does it, aunt? Now that I think about it, this was also the place

concerned tone, “Let’s not talk about the past right now… Regardless, I remember your father falling sick that year… We haven’t contacted each other in so long…

recalled the incident that had taken place around eight

the money to cure his illness. As a result, Xavia and her mother had gone to the Logan Province in an attempt to borrow some money from her

begged,

akin to them chasing away a few stray dogs. Her aunt even went so far as to throw out all the local mountain products which

scattered on the ground, Xavia had kept that painful memory within her heart till this

from that incident had been her motivation to try her best at studying. Her goal was to earn her respect so that she wouldn’t ever be looked down upon again. Due to that, she eventually managed to get admitted into Mayberry

she soon realized that no matter how hard she worked, she

both of

it anymore. She wanted to be prestigious, to be a

to finally achieve a wish of hers which she had kept in her heart this entire

sick now, then I’ll save us all the hassle, right this instant. We don’t have any money!” scoffed Xavia’s eldest aunt as she haughtily walked over

mom! I’m assuming she’s here to show off! By the looks of things, she may have found herself a rich husband!” said another woman in

both their statements, Xavia then continued, “Speaking of which, I remember that it was Second aunt who had thrown that ten-dollar note at my mother while all

“So what if I

I honestly came here today to return the ten dollars to you!

Do look out the window, Second and First aunt. The money I intend to return to you is all downstairs,” added Xavia as she pointed toward

stunned. Looking out the window, both of

“My god!”

all the luxury cars

full bags that had been placed in front of the cars. Even from afar, they

second aunt ended up wobbling over to the couch

was opened and Xavia’s team of black-suited bodyguards

my men the correct amount. Also, you aren’t allowed to eat or drink until you get the exact amount right. Don’t try anything funny either since my

that house even dared to even say another word after seeing all

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money here! It would be near

her revenge, she

make me repeat it a third time!” sneered Xavia as her

knowing what else to do, she squatted down and began counting the

less! Again, the money is yours once you get the final amount right. Get the amount wrong, however, then you can just keep on

cap frowned under his mask as he continued observing

he would hear was Xavia’s cruel order. For her to even think up of such a sadistic punishment, the youth wondered

earth did you end up like

course, the youth in question was

had been stalking Xavia for a while now with two reasons in mind. Firstly, he wanted to see if the Longs were currently up to

had initially wanted to find out whether Xavia had any unfulfilled wishes. She had, after all, saved him back then. Before witnessing what had just taken place, Gerald had planned

his disappointment, here she was using her money to take revenge on

any wishes that she can’t grant herself! Regardless, that won’t last for long once I’m done with the Long family. I’ll have

Logan Province? Despite that, you actually had the nerve to chase me and my mom away like we were stray dogs when we needed your help! You didn’t even allow us to enter the house! So how am I the cruel one now? After all, I’m only giving you this much money since you

the room began

was exacting her revenge… To think that Xavia had endured through

you the exact amount!” growled Xavia as she tossed the glass she had been holding to the

a riverbank, hoping

hiding behind a tree. Just as he was about to leave

one of the foreigners as he bowed

is it?” replied Xavia rather coldly since

they’re obviously

to meddle in my business. Regardless, who are all

you, Miss Yorke! He’s told us to

not in the mood!” replied Xavia as she attempted to leave

taking just a few steps, however, the foreigners stood in front of her, preventing Xavia

Yorke, please don’t put us in a difficult position… If you don’t

going to force me to join him for

hope that it’ll come to that. To avoid such a scenario, please just cooperate with us…” said the same subordinate

Don’t you know who I am? I’m one of the Longs from Yanken! You’re currently in Weston territory now, so you’d better not act rashly!” growled Xavia

her cell phone out to make a call, what seemed to be the leader of the group replied, “I hope you don’t blame us for being imprudent since you’re so adamant on making it difficult for us… It’s not all that bad, you know? After all, who’s to say that you

the other subordinates immediately grabbed

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to momentarily break free. Immediately after, she pulled out

you people have been following me for some time

trust us, Miss Xavia. Our boss is truly interested in working with you! Besides, you’ll also be getting something else in return!” said the foreigner maliciously as he casually began walking

heard a whisper of sorts

felt compelled to obey the order. As a result, she

dagger left her hand, he was halfway through saying, “Miss Xavia, stop swinging that

far

dagger continued moving until it collided with

he held back from releasing a scream, the foreigner’s eyes went cold as his side

ground, pressing against his freshly inflicted wound, the other foreigners had finally caught on to what they had just witnessed. As a result, they were all now feeling increasingly

shouted their leader as his subordinates carried

frightened and confused, her eyes were glued onto the dagger

I know someone helped me! Thank you for saving me!” shouted Xavia respectfully. She wasn’t able to recognize the voice from earlier

couldn’t

who could it

was no way in hell that she could have managed to toss the dagger that powerfully. Someone else had definitely been pulling the strings

If it was someone from the Long family, then they had no

her bodyguards suddenly came running over before saying, “Here you are, miss! Master called

Xavia as she

the Lovewell

at the three men from a distance—stopped a servant who was walking past her before asking,

All I know

been hiding quite a bit from

Lovewell, and just as she was about to ask

about it. Upon closer inspection, however, she noticed that one of the people within that group wasn’t wearing the

to get a better look, they immediately widened seconds later

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him there. She naturally remembered him since he had been quite an interesting guy

her disbelief, she opened the main door in her attempt to confirm whether she had really seen him. However, she could only catch a glimpse of ‘Gerald’s’ back

cars swiftly drove

her head, she wondered if it really had just been her imagination. After all, why would he be in her house? What more, her father certainly wouldn’t personally open a

asked Xareni as she and

who

“Who?”

“I saw Gerald!”

who is this, Gerald person?” asked

forgotten? He’s the guy we met inside

talking to him?

probably saw wrong, Haven… After all, if even Quintin isn’t aware of this, then Gerald couldn’t have possibly entered our home all willy-nilly!”

more aware of her identity, the girl simply never listened. Rather than getting along more with other rich heirs

fine if neither of you choose not to believe me… However, I know for a fact that father was holding the door for him, or at least someone that looked like him! I just have to know the truth! I’m going after them now to ask father how he got acquainted

this instant, Haven! We’re still undergoing a sensitive period!” shouted

“…Huh? What sensitive period?”

now and he finally gave me the truth. It’s a long story but for now, just know that we can’t let

slowly encroaching across the sky

front of Benril Lake which was located in the outskirts

true Lovewell, Zander! To think that you actually gathered a group of people to take me down! I’m the one and only Damian Wake! You’re ridiculous for thinking you even stand a chance!” said the lone man—standing opposite of Zander’s group—who was currently supporting the

clear scar could also be seen on his unshaven face,

pay dearly for killing the two children of our family within the past month, Damian! You know very well why your family deserved to be banished! Don’t you remember all the dirty deeds all

don’t care about what you did and I don’t care who you brought along to fight me either! All I know is that everyone here except for you, Zander, will die by my hands