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.

a lot of secrets,” consoled one of her subordinates

I’m just worried that that 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!

then. Speaking of the event, why don’t you head 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 family by

that may be true, I’m honestly not

you propose we should

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

said that, a group of foreigners passed by her

a smile, she failed to notice the

a

be around forty instantly

all grown up now! Regardless, what business brings you to my door? We ceased contact years ago, didn’t we?” said the woman, her words filled with contempt as she blocked the

quite a bit of noise coming from inside. It was evident that the woman currently had several

wrong for me to miss you?” replied Xavia with a cold smile as she

do that!” scowled her aunt

inside. With both men and women of all ages, all

the atmosphere

who had come over! What a rare guest! What a fine

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

uncle!”

get rich, however, even the most distant of relatives will come running to meet you, even if you’re living in the middle of a forest! I do wonder if that saying applies to a certain relative of mine who just so happened to hear that my

the 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 where you mocked and

then asked in a 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

ago,” replied Xavia as she recalled the

years prior, he didn’t have the money to cure his illness. As a result, Xavia and her mother had gone to the Logan Province in an attempt

begged, none of them extended a helping

both her and her mother out of their home! It was 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 Xavia’s mother

efforts scattered on the ground, Xavia had kept that painful memory within

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

hard she worked, she could

finding a boyfriend whom she truly adored, both of them ended up being looked down upon by everyone

wanted to be prestigious, to

had all that, and she had come here to finally achieve a wish of hers which

us all the hassle, right this instant. We

I’m assuming she’s here to show off! By the looks

ten-dollar note at my mother while all of you were chasing us out. You called it a ‘compensation’ for the local mountain products, if I recall correctly. Do you remember any of

her second aunt then replied, “So what if I did?

would never! I honestly came here today to return the ten dollars to

today is that day! Do look out the window, Second and First aunt. The money I intend to return to

Looking out the window, both of them covered their mouths in shock as soon as

“My god!”

were practically bulging out from their sockets as they stared at all the luxury cars that had been parked outside. That, however, wasn’t what

sight of several extremely full bags that had been placed in front of

up wobbling over

a sudden, the entrance door was opened and Xavia’s team of black-suited

able to tell 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

even dared to even say another word after

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would be near impossible for us to

finally back for her

me repeat it a third time!” sneered Xavia as her second aunt instantly

do, she squatted down and began counting

no less! Again, the money is yours once you get the final amount right. Get the amount wrong, however, then you can just keep on counting forever!” added Xavia with a smile before walking over

a cap frowned under his mask as he continued observing Xavia’s actions from a far

For her to even think up of such a sadistic punishment, the youth wondered to himself

you end up like this…” muttered

the youth

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

She had, after all, saved him back then. Before witnessing what had just

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

she probably doesn’t even have 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 my revenge on them sooner or later, so you best enjoy your power while you still can!”

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 begging her for mercy again,

that was why she was exacting her revenge… To think that Xavia had endured through so much humiliation and pain

amount!” growled Xavia as she tossed the glass she had

alone by a riverbank, hoping to get some peace

Just as he was about

of the foreigners as he

it?” replied Xavia rather coldly since

done to those people in that house! Since they’re obviously not nice people, we don’t mind offering you

need to meddle in my business. Regardless, who are all of you, and what do you want from

Miss Yorke! He’s told

but I’m not in the mood!” replied Xavia

a few steps, however, the foreigners stood in front of her,

in a difficult position… If you don’t attend, our master will punish

your pardon? Are you going to force me to join

such a scenario, please just cooperate

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 as she took a few steps

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

hand after his order, the other subordinates immediately

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managed to momentarily break free. Immediately after, she pulled out a dagger from seemingly

are nearby! The way you said it, I’m assuming that you people have been

you! Besides, you’ll also be getting something else in

she heard a whisper

heard it, Xavia felt compelled to obey the order. As a result, she immediately tossed the dagger toward the

while shaking his head before she tossed it. By the time the dagger left her hand, he was halfway through saying, “Miss Xavia, stop swinging that thing around! That’s rather rude of

could easily avoid given how far it still was from him as he was

was such a clean puncture that the dagger continued moving until it collided

as he held back from releasing a scream, the foreigner’s

his freshly inflicted wound, the other foreigners had finally caught on to what they had

immediately!” shouted their leader as his subordinates carried him away in

her eyes were glued onto the dagger she had just

you for saving me!” shouted Xavia respectfully. She wasn’t able to recognize the voice from earlier since Gerald had used his

area, she couldn’t seem to find traces

me… But who could it have been…?” muttered Xavia

voice. Secondly, there was no way in hell that she could have managed to toss the dagger that powerfully. Someone else had

was someone from the Long family, then they had

bodyguards suddenly came running over before saying, “Here you are, miss! Master called just now and asked us whether there was any progress on our

head back first!” replied Xavia as she nodded

to all the Lovewell

Theo, and Kaleb waited respectfully within the manor, a girl—who had been staring at the three men from a distance—stopped a servant

going on either, miss! All I know is that the master is

quite a bit from us

she was about to ask something else, a troop of her family’s bodyguards made their

to seeing scenes like these, she didn’t say anything about it. Upon closer inspection, however, she noticed that one of the people within that group wasn’t wearing the same clothes as the other

they immediately widened seconds later as she muttered, “…Huh?

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shocked to see him there. She naturally remembered him since he had been quite an interesting guy when they

her attempt to confirm whether she had really seen him. However, she could only catch a glimpse of ‘Gerald’s’ back as he

swiftly drove off, unable to

back of 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 car

Haven?” asked Xareni as she and Quentin walked over

never guess who I saw,

“Who?”

“I saw Gerald!”

Gerald person?” asked Xareni with

the

still talking to him? Why’s he even here?” scorned

wrong, Haven… After all, if even Quintin isn’t aware of this, then Gerald couldn’t have possibly entered our home all willy-nilly!” added Xareni as she shook her

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

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 with Gerald!” declared

still undergoing a sensitive period!” shouted Xareni as she anxiously stomped her foot

“…Huh? What sensitive period?”

why we had to stay indoors all the time just now and he finally gave me the truth. It’s a long story but for now, just know that we can’t let Haven run off alone! We have to get her back before

across the sky as

before a single man in front of Benril Lake which was located in the outskirts

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 weight of his entire body with only a

to be in his mid-thirties and his eyes reflected his immense bloodlust. A clear scar could also be seen

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

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