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Chapter 11

Victoria Clarke!

Recalling that Jordan could easily subdue all the professional fighters Herman had sent, the Camdens began to worry about it.

Herman said, “Everyone, this beast Jordan has extraordinary combat skills, and I reckon he might go to the wealthy people in Orlando and apply to be their personal bodyguards. Whom among you can cut off his potential career path as a bodyguard?”

Everyone fell silent. In Orlando, there were too many wealthy people, and no one dared claim that they knew them all or even had the right to speak in front of them.

At this moment, a woman who had been seated quietly for a long time suddenly laughed charmingly.

Everyone followed the voice, only to see a woman wearing a red business suit seated with her legs crossed and was incredibly alluring!

The woman seemed to be in her early thirties, but she had the charm of a mature woman.

She had fair skin and sexy red lips. Dressed in a skin-tight short skirt, she made the imagination of many people run wild.

“Hey, Miss Clarke, when did you arrive? Sorry for not welcoming you earlier. Please forgive me!”

After noticing that woman, Herman walked over excitedly.

Looking at the woman lustfully, Ryan patted Herman on his shoulder and asked,

“Mr. Camden, who is this beauty? Introduce her.”

Herman looked at Ryan with contempt and thought, ‘Ryan really doesn’t fit in with the upper-class circle in Orlando. He doesn’t even know who this woman is!’

Herman said, “She’s the deputy president of Ace Corporation, Miss Victoria Clarke!”

“What? The deputy president of Ace Corporation?”

Ryan and the others were stunned. They knew how influential the Ace Corporation was in Orlando.

To be able to reach the position of deputy president, she was definitely extraordinary.

The fact that Victoria managed to reach the deputy president of Ace Corporation at such a young age made everyone wonder if she had used any connections.

Jordan suddenly frowned, carefully looked at Victoria, and said with surprise, “She’s from our company…”

“There are many wealthy people in Orlando, and the Camdens have wide connections, but we only know about two-thirds of them.” Herman laughed.

“However, if there is one person who knows all the wealthy people in Orlando and has a good relationship with them all…”

“I believe there is only one person in Orlando, and she is Miss Clarke!”

Hearing Herman’s words, Ryan also decided to curry favor. “Miss Clarke is such a ravishing beauty. I’m afraid all the rich people in Orlando would want to get to know her!”

Victoria frowned and said, “You guys are making it sound like all the rich people in Orlando are in an affair with me.”

“I’m sorry, I’m sorry, my bad.”

Ryan hurriedly bowed and kept his eyes fixed on Victoria’s stilettos. He couldn’t help but swallow his saliva.

Herman looked at Victoria and said, “Miss Clarke, please intervene and leave Jordan with no way out!”

Since Victoria appeared at Old Mrs. Camden’s birthday banquet, it proved that she had some ties with the Camdens.

The Camden family had recently given Victoria many benefits to receive 70 million dollars from the Ace Corporation.

If Ace Corporation had not suddenly had a change of president, Victoria would have long granted the investment of 70 million dollars to the Camdens’ family company.

However, Victoria had her own way of doing things and would not obey Herman’s orders.

In the upper-class circle in Orlando, many people were aware that Victoria was the one who had rich men wrapped around her finger and not the other way around.

Victoria did not reply and instead took out an elegant-looking box of CAPRI ladies’ cigarettes from her pink Chanel bag before pulling out a cigarette from the box.

Just like Victoria, the CAPRI ladies’ cigarettes were slender and exuded a feminine tenderness and sultriness.

Those cigarettes could only be purchased abroad and hence, were extremely expensive. However, Jordan had once smoked it abroad.

‘These cigarettes taste cool and refreshing. Does Victoria taste the same?’

Jordan actually couldn’t help but harbor designs on Victoria too. She was indeed incredibly charming!

Victoria was seated cross-legged with the cigarette in her right hand while the men around her all pulled out their lighters and were ready to light her cigarette for her!

They were Ryan, Zack, Herman, and Benedict!

Seeing this scene, Jordan smiled. It was so similar to the scene in the film, Malèna!

However, Victoria was probably sexier and even more feminine than Monica Bellucci!

However, Victoria did not choose any of the men around her.

She looked at Jordan and curled her finger at him. “Come here.”

Everyone was hollering at Jordan furiously, but Victoria spoke to Jordan with great tenderness.

‘This woman is not simple. No wonder she can become the deputy president of Ace Corporation.’

Jordan thought to himself. Since he was interested in her too, Jordan decided to walk over.

Victoria looked at Jordan with a charming smile and said, “You, light my cigarette.”

The surrounding men who were holding various expensive lighters all froze in astonishment!

“Miss Clarke actually let that good-for-nothing light her cigarette!”

“I don’t get it. What right does that good-for-nothing have!?!”

To the upper-class men of Orlando, lighting a cigarette for a woman was actually an honor.

Jordan answered right away, “I don’t have a lighter!”

Chapter 12

Personal Bodyguard!

Herman, Ryan and the others almost fainted!

‘You don’t have a lighter?’

‘There are so many lighters here, don’t you know how to borrow one?’

‘How dare you publicly reject Victoria, the top goddess of Orlando’s upper-class circle of wealthy and powerful figures!?!’

Victoria was stunned, too. She placed the cigarette that was already in her mouth back into the cigarette case.

She then got up from her seat and walked towards Jordan.

Victoria was tall and slender. After putting on her stilettos, she was actually about the same height as Jordan.

She scanned Jordan from head to toe and was pleased to find that Jordan was rather handsome.

Victoria said condescendingly, “Name.”

Jordan asked in confusion, “What name?”

Victoria said, “Your name.”

Jordan asked, “Are you deaf? Didn’t Herman just say that my name is Jordan Steele?”

“Scoundrel! Don’t be rude to Miss Clarke!” Herman berated Jordan loudly.

Victoria waved her hand indifferently and said, “Jordan, on account that you share the same surname as the new president of Ace Corporation, I’d like to give you a way out.”

The crowd was shocked, especially the Camden family, whose focus was not on the last sentence but the one before it.

The new president of Ace Corporation was surnamed Steele too!

“I finally know the surname of the new president of Ace Corporation,” Old Mrs. Camden said, feeling much more joyous.

‘How can an insignificant Jordan be as important as a huge deal of 70 million dollars?’

Benedict hurriedly stepped forward and asked, “Miss Clarke, what is Mr. Steele’s full name?”

Victoria smiled and replied, “Mr. Steele doesn’t want too many people to know about him for now. I’m sorry, I can’t tell you yet.”

In fact, Victoria did not know his full name either. All she knew was that he was surnamed Steele and was of a young age.

Jordan guessed that Victoria definitely did not know that he was the president of Ace Corporation. Otherwise, she wouldn’t have asked him to light her cigarette.

Jordan smiled and asked, “Miss Clarke, how do you plan to give me a way out?”

Victoria said, “As long as you bow and scrape while apologizing to Old Mrs. Camden, Drew, and your wife, I’ll be willing to mediate the situation.”

“Afterwards, I will also hire you to be my personal bodyguard with an annual salary of 30,000 dollars.”

After she said that, everyone got into an uproar.

“Miss Clarke is trying to protect that punk Jordan! Why!?!”

“As long as he kneels and admits to his mistake, he will not be boycotted. He can even become the bodyguard of the beautiful Miss Clarke. This punk would definitely agree to it!”

Victoria looked at Jordan with some ambiguity in her gaze, and somehow, jealousy arose in Hailey’s heart!

Hailey grabbed Old Mrs. Camden’s arm aggrievedly and said, “Grandma, Miss Clarke is going against you.”

Drew said softly, “Yes, we can’t let Jordan have a way out. Isn’t Miss Clarke usually on good terms with us? Why isn’t she helping us?”

Drew could not figure it out at all. To Drew, Jordan was just a live-in son-in-law who had no background but had received at least a million benefits from the Camden family!

Old Mrs. Camden patted the hands of her grandchildren and said softly, “Kids, learn from her. Miss Clarke is brilliant.”

“Why did she become the deputy president at such a young age?”

“Why is she able to effortlessly be acquainted with every wealthy person?”

“It’s because she never offends anyone easily and can make any man infatuated with her and grateful towards her.”

“Hailey, you have to work hard to become a woman like Victoria.”

Hailey looked at Victoria while biting her lip, overwhelmed with jealousy.

The Camden family began sighing. Since Victoria had pleaded for Jordan, there was no way they could force him to a dead end.

However, they did not expect…

“I refuse.”

Jordan said slowly!

Jordan actually turned down the great favor that Victoria had offered him!

Everyone didn’t understand why Jordan would do that!

They felt that it would not be embarrassing for Jordan, the live-in son-in-law of the Camden family, to bow and scrape to them and admit his mistakes.

Besides, he could work for a ravishing beauty like Victoria and draw a high annual salary.

Even a fool would know which option to choose!

Yet Jordan actually… turned her down.

Victoria was in disbelief, too. “What did you say?”

Jordan looked at Victoria and said, “I said, I refuse.”

Victoria looked a little furious. “Repeat yourself!”

Jordan gently pinched Victoria’s ear with his right hand and shouted into her ear, “I refuse!”

“Ah!”

Victoria was flustered, and she retreated continuously, her ears tickled by Jordan’s voice.

“How dare you attack Miss Clarke!?!”

Herman yelled, but he dared not go forward.

Jordan spread his hands and said, “Sorry, Miss Clarke, I thought you had a bad sense of hearing, and I was scared that you couldn’t hear me, so I yelled into your ear.”

“Very well, Jordan, you have guts!”

Victoria didn’t expect this live-in son-in-law to be so disrespectful to her.

In that case, she felt that there was no need for her to defend him anymore!

“Old Mrs. Camden, I, Victoria, the deputy president of Ace Corporation, am willing to stand in solidarity with the Camden family and leave Jordan with no future.” She stated respectfully.

Chapter 13

I’m Mr. Steele’s Lover!

The Camdens felt energized after hearing Victoria’s words!

“Hahaha, Jordan, you good-for-nothing, now you can’t even be a bodyguard! In the future, there will be no chance for you to survive in Orlando anymore. Hahaha!”

Drew guffawed loudly.

Though Hailey took pity on Jordan, she nevertheless raised her head arrogantly and secretly thought,

‘This is all your fault! You should just put up with everything that I’ve done to you!’

However, Jordan remained calm and collected.

He asked Victoria, “Miss Clarke, may I ask if your words just now represent you as an individual or the Ace Corporation?”

Victoria folded her arms and said, “Of course I represent both.”

Jordan continued to ask, “You’re the deputy president of the Ace Corporation, not the president. What right do you have to represent the entire Ace Corporation?”

Jordan’s questioning made Victoria feel embarrassed.

Although everyone recognized Victoria’s power, she was indeed not the highest authority in Ace Corporation. By right, she should not be making a stand on behalf of the corporation’s president.

She could only do so if she and the president were in a very close relationship, such as husband and wife.

Victoria paused for a moment before continuing, “Alright, I didn’t want to say it at first, but since you want to know the reason for your death, I will tell you guys.”

“Actually, the new president of Ace Corporation, Mr. Steele, is my lover!”

Her words caused a massive uproar in the entire event location of the birthday banquet.

“What? The mysterious Mr. Steele is actually Miss Clarke’s boyfriend? No wonder he managed to become the president out of nowhere!”

“The person who can be compatible and worthy of Miss Clarke must be a domineering president like Mr. Steele. They’re a match made in heaven.”

“Good-for-nothing Jordan. They’re a couple in a romantic relationship. They even sleep together. Of course she can represent Mr. Steele and the entire Ace Corporation!”

“Yeah, how dare he question the ability and authority of Miss Clarke? He has a death wish!”

This time, it was Jordan’s turn to freeze in shock.

‘Damn it, since when did I become your lover, Victoria?’

‘Aren’t you embarrassed to call me your boyfriend in front of me!?!’

At this moment, the Camdens were the most excited.

Herman said excitedly, “Miss Clarke, why didn’t you reveal sooner that the new president Mr. Steele is your lover? Since he’s your boyfriend, we’re relieved now!”

Benedict also came over and said, “Yeah, Miss Clarke, you must talk to Mr. Steele about the contract.”

The Camdens had already bribed Victoria. Since the president, Mr. Steele, was Victoria’s lover, they reckoned that the 70 million dollar investment would be a sure bet.

Victoria said, “My boyfriend is very attentive and serious when it comes to working. He has always drawn a clear line between work and personal life. He doesn’t like bringing romance into the office.”

“So, I hope that you can help me keep this a secret.”

Jordan couldn’t help but feel an urge to laugh. ‘You found such a lame excuse after you’re done bragging because you’re scared that others might leak this.’

After saying that, Victoria looked at Jordan and questioned, “What else do you have to say?”

Not willing to expose her, Jordan held his laughter in and asked, “I heard that Mr. Steele not only has a massive amount of wealth but is also extremely handsome, even more so than celebrities. He’s also proficient in music, chess, literature, and art. Miss Clarke, you might be beautiful, but I doubt Mr. Steele would take a fancy to you.”

Victoria humphed coldly. “Outstanding people are always attracted to each other! Mr. Steele also fell in love with me at first sight. He even booked an entire island in Southeast Asia and set up a grand ceremony to confess to me and ask me to be his girlfriend!”

The girls in the room were all green with envy when they heard that.

Dumbfounded, Jordan stared at Victoria, thinking to himself, ‘This woman is really good at making things up!’

Jordan smiled and shook his head. “Ms. Clarke, since you’re so close to Mr. Steele, I have nothing to say.”

Old Mrs. Camden smiled and said, “Thank you, thank you all for doing us this favor on my behalf!”

Drew walked towards Orlando again. “Haha, good-for-nothing, you will no longer have a foothold in Orlando from now on. Pack up and get lost from Orlando, haha!”

Jordan ignored Drew and simply looked at Hailey. “Let’s go to the lawyer’s office now.”

“Sure!”

Seeing the upper-class society of Orlando had already boycotted Jordan, she knew that it was over for him and wanted to sever ties with him as soon as possible.

“Wait a minute.”

Old Mrs. Camden suddenly spoke up and looked up at the clock hanging on the wall in the lobby. The time was 12 o’clock.

Old Mrs. Camden said, “It’s exactly 12 noon. The birthday banquet has officially started. Eat something before you go.”

“Yes.” Hailey knew that Old Mrs. Camden was a very traditional person. Hence, she couldn’t go anywhere because it was time to eat.

Besides, it was Old Mrs. Camden’s 80th birthday banquet, and hence, they had to follow the rules.

Drew pointed to the hall entrance and said, “Jordan, get lost and wait outside. Hailey will go to the lawyer’s office with you after she’s done eating.”

However, at this moment, Old Mrs. Camden suddenly said, “Jordan, you can stay and eat together with us.”

Drew exclaimed in shock, “Grandma, why are you letting him stay? He’s not worthy!”

Jordan was also a little surprised.

Old Mrs. Camden said, “Since the divorce has not been finalized yet, he is still a member of the Camdens, and hence, I am obliged to feed him!”

Chapter 14

Removing Ryan As The General Agent!

A second ago, Old Mrs. Camden had just instigated Orlando’s influential figures to ensure that Jordan will have no means of living in the future.

In the next second, she asked him to stay for lunch.

That made many people confused about her behavior.

However, Victoria could tell how intelligent Old Mrs. Camden’s move was, and there was some admiration in her eyes.

Was it the carrot and stick?

It was obviously not that simple.

Old Mrs. Camden was just establishing her dominance, and she was cutting off Jordan’s future path because he had beaten up her grandson.

She allowed Jordan to attend the birthday banquet because he was still the Camdens’ son-in-law.

Since he was still her granddaughter’s husband, he had to abide by the rules and stay at the banquet.

Jordan did not refute and simply sat together at the same table as Hailey, Drew, and the other grandchildren of Old Mrs. Camden.

There were definitely many luxurious private rooms in the hotel. Still, Old Mrs. Camden preferred the banquet to be lively and arranged for it to be in the grand hall.

Drew looked at Jordan, who was seated beside him and was incredibly furious.

“Jordan, this meal is the last meal you can have in Orlando. You’d better eat more while you can because you might not even be able to afford steamed buns in the future. Hahaha!”

Drew’s younger sister, Elle, also chimed in, “Brother, you’re exaggerating. How can he not even afford steamed buns? He can just become a beggar.”

Drew guffawed loudly. “My sister is right. You can become a beggar. We’ll allow you to become a beggar, hahaha.”

Jordan had long gotten used to Drew’s mockery and hence, didn’t feel much at this moment.

However, Elle’s sudden interjection made Jordan glance at her.

Elle was Jordan’s cousin-in-law. Although she was not as pretty as Hailey, she was known for her fantastic figure in Orlando.

Due to the animosity between Hailey and Elle, Jordan seldom interacted with Elle.

Seeing that Jordan was silent after he mocked him, Drew picked up a glass of wine and walked towards Ryan seated beside him.

“Mr. Dunn, thank you so much for what you’ve done today. The scene of you making Jordan undress out there is too classic. It was as if you were disciplining a dog!”

Ryan smiled and clinked glasses with Drew. “Mr. Camden, you’re too polite. If I had known earlier, I would have asked you to take a video in advance. When you’re bored, you can watch it and unwind a little.”

“Hahaha, Mr. Dunn, you’re right. We really should have recorded that scene.”

Drew said while laughing loudly as if he was scared that Jordan would not hear him.

Jordan glanced at Ryan, who noticed him and then immediately snapped.

“What are you looking at!?! If you dare to apply for a job in my delivery company in the future, I’ll break your legs!”

Jordan’s eyes were full of murderous intent. He felt he had to get rid of Ryan immediately.

Jordan picked up the phone and called the butler of the Steele family, Butler Frank.

Jordan’s grandfather specially arranged for Butler Frank to assist Jordan in his mission.

Previously, he was the one who had informed Jordan that the mission of being a live-in son-in-law had ended and he could assume the role of president of Ace Corporation.

“Sir!” Butler Frank quickly answered the call.

Jordan said, “There’s a takeout delivery business owner who always wants to invite my grandfather to dinner. What’s his name?”

Butler Frank answered, “You mean James Willis, the CEO of Ubereats Delivery?”

Orlando said, “Yes, him. Contact him and tell him to revoke the Orlando proxy of Ubereats Delivery.”

Hailey and Elle, who sat at the same table as Jordan and Ryan, Victoria, and the others at the following table were all stunned when they heard his words.

Butler Frank said, “Okay, he has always wanted to get to know Mr. Steele Senior. It would definitely please him to carry out your instructions. Actually, he is now worth over 10 billion dollars and is qualified to have a meal with Mr. Steele Senior.”

Jordan said, “Yes, this kid has been developing well in the past few years. Arrange for him to meet me someday. I’ll treat him to a meal.”

After saying that, Jordan hung up the phone.

There was a moment of silence at the venue.

A moment later…

“Hahahaha…”

Drew laughed so hard that the injuries on his face seemed to have expanded.

“Hahahaha… What a joke, Jordan. What are you pretending for? Revoke the proxy of Mr. Dunn? Who do you think you are!?!”

Ryan laughed and asked, “Punk, you should consider the time and place, even if you want to blow your trumpet. What’s the point of pretending here? Who would be fooled by a country bumpkin like you?”

“Your grandfather is a farmer while Mr. Willis is worth billions. Why would he invite your grandfather to dinner? You’re living in a dream!”

With a look of disgust, Hailey gibed, “How revolting. If you’re incompetent, so be it. Why do you have to pretend?”

Victoria was the only one looking at Jordan with a stern expression.

Without saying anything, Jordan picked up his chopsticks and helped himself to some appetizers.

After about six minutes or so, Ryan’s cell phone started ringing.

Looking at the incoming call alert, Ryan excitedly put down his crockery, wiped his hands, and answered the call.

“Hello, Mr. Willis!”

Upon hearing that it was Mr. Willis who called, the Camdens and Victoria, and the others looked over and told everyone to stay silent.

In recent years, the takeout industry has been booming. James Willis had also become an upstart worth more than 10 billion dollars.

The people present were all wealthy figures of Orlando who wanted to use Ryan to become friends with James.

Ryan said excitedly, “Mr. Willis, I was just planning to call you in the next two days to discuss the renewal of the contract.”

James said, “I specially called to inform you that your proxy in Orlando has been revoked!”

Chapter 15

Exacting Revenge On Ryan!

Ryan’s face instantly turned pale!

However, all the banquet guests were staring at him, especially the beautiful Victoria who was right beside him!

‘I can’t panic. I can’t let them notice anything fishy!’

Ryan forced a smile and said, “Haha, thank you Mr. Willis. I told you we have a good relationship and we’d definitely continue with the cooperation. I’ve already prepared the renewal fee for this round. I’ve prepared a million dollars!”

James said over the phone, “I’m sorry, Mr. Dunn, our company has sent someone from the headquarters to take over Ubereats Delivery in Orlando. We don’t need a general agent anymore.”

Ryan’s heart was filled with despair, but he was still laughing out loud. “It’s alright, no problem, we must drink to our heart’s content when we meet!”

James was somewhat confused. He said, “Did you actually hear what I said? You are no longer the agent, and no amount of money you spend will matter!”

Ryan said, “Okay, okay, Mr. Willis, rest assured, we will definitely have a joyous cooperation in the future!”

James said, “You must be out of your mind. You’re not replying to what I said! Anyway, when the agency contract expires next month, the headquarters will send someone over to take over. That’s all I have to say, bye.”

Ryan exclaimed, “Okay, Mr. Willis, let’s meet again!”

Ryan smiled and hung up.

Jordan frowned in puzzlement. ‘Could it be that Butler Frank hasn’t informed James yet?’

‘Why did Ryan have such a happy chat with James?’

The others could only hear Ryan talking, but they could not listen to what he was saying over the phone.

Drew was the first one to walk over. “Mr. Dunn, based on what you mentioned just now, I assume that the contract renewal has been settled?”

Ryan smiled and said, “Of course, it’s going to be a pleasant cooperation!”

Drew hurriedly raised his glass and said, “Come on, Mr. Dunn, let me toast to you. I wish you boundless prosperity!”

“Thank you, Mr. Camden.” Ryan said as he raised his glass of white wine and chugged it in one go!

Drew exclaimed in surprise, “Wow, you’re really straightforward, Mr. Dunn, you chugged it all!”

Victoria also picked up her glass and said, “Mr. Dunn, I can tell that you’re very close to Mr. Willis.”

After chugging that glass of wine, Ryan felt a little upset because of the melancholy within him. However, he soon filled his glass to the brim again.

Victoria’s charming face gradually became blurred in Ryan’s vision.

Ryan said, “Of course, Mr. Willis and I have been through thick and thin!”

Victoria said, “I shall toast to you too, Mr. Dunn. I wish you a prosperous business, and I hope that we’ll have the chance to get to know Mr. Willis through you.”

Ryan clinked glasses with Victoria and said, “It’s just a minor matter. Let me arrange it.”

Ryan drank another glass of wine, and the people around him cheered incessantly.

“Mr. Dunn, you can really hold your liquor well!”

“You seem to be in great spirits. Now that the renewal contract has been signed, Mr. Dunn. You’re in the mood to drink, aren’t you?”

However, after less than two minutes, the crowd suddenly realized that Ryan was crying while drinking.

His tears landed on the colorless white wine and mixed with it.

“Mr. Dunn, why are you crying? Are you alright?” Victoria hurriedly asked.

At this juncture, Jordan shook his head and said helplessly,

“Ryan, stop trying to hang on if you can’t. Even if you want to boast, there is a time and place to do so. Is there a point in pretending? Who can’t tell that you are pretending? Why do you not dare to tell everyone that you have been removed as an agent?”

Jordan said to Ryan the exact words that the latter had said to him!

In fact, Victoria and the others had long since sensed that there was something wrong with Ryan. If he had really clinched the contract renewal, he would not be behaving in such an extreme manner.

He should only behave that way if the contract renewal had fallen through.

Ryan knew that he did not have a strong background or business empire. He only managed to mix into the upper-class circle of Orlando a few years ago and become the general agent of Ubereats Delivery, all thanks to luck.

Once he was no longer the agent, he would not be fit to chat and laugh with the people in this room!

Hence, he had to pretend!

However, Jordan had now mercilessly exposed him!

In a drunken stupor, Ryan slapped the table and then walked towards Jordan.

“So what if my license has been revoked!?! Only because Ubereats Delivery wants to take over personally and will no longer need an agent did I get removed. It’s not because of you, loser!”

Jordan smiled calmly and sipped on some tea. “Interesting, you clearly saw me making a call, and now you’re taking the initiative to clear my name.”

“Haha, since you think I didn’t do it, fine, I can’t be bothered to have another enemy either.”

The guests were all discussing and speculating if Ryan’s agent license revocation had anything to do with Jordan.

Most of the people there had just declared solidarity with the Camdens to cut off Jordan’s future!

If Jordan was really that powerful, they would be unable to bear the consequences!

Seeing this, Benedict hurriedly stood up and said, “Everyone, don’t panic. This definitely has nothing to do with our family’s loser of a son-in-law. His grandfather is a farmer, and he definitely wouldn’t know Mr. Willis who is in the capital!”

Sylvie also got up and said, “Yes, this good-for-nothing has been our son-in-law for three years, and he has always obeyed all our instructions. If he really knows such a powerful figure, how could he be willing to be our dog for three years?”

Chapter 16

Lowly Ryan!

After hearing Benedict and Syvie’s words, the guests who were all tensed up and nervous, significantly relaxed.

Indeed, wealthy scions were all spoiled rotten from a young age and enjoyed all kinds of privileges. They could not stand being mistreated at all, so how could a scion be willing to become a live-in son-in-law for three years?

Everyone felt that the removal of Ryan as the general agent had nothing to do with Jordan.

Maybe it was just a coincidence that Jordan happened to be making the call and pretending to be authoritative, or maybe Jordan had learned the news before the call.

However, no matter what, Ryan’s career was on the verge of destruction, and that was a fact set in stone.

Old Mrs. Camden winked at Herman, who immediately understood, grabbed the red wine that Ryan had just given them, and then walked over.

“Ryan, take this bottle of wine back. My mother has had a change of preferences lately, and she doesn’t like drinking red wine anymore.”

After finding out that Ryan had been removed as a general agent, Herman changed the way he addressed Ryan.

He was addressing him as ‘Mr. Dunn’ just now, but now, he was calling him by name!

He even returned Ryan’s gift!

He clearly didn’t want to have anything to do with Ryan!

Ryan frantically said, “Mr. Camden, keep the wine for yourself. If Old Mrs. Camden doesn’t drink red wine, you guys can drink it instead.”

Herman insisted on returning the wine to Ryan and said, “We understand your goodwill, but we don’t like drinking either.”

Ryan took the bottle of wine with a look of embarrassment as he hurriedly returned to his table and got ready to give it away to someone else.

“Miss Clarke, Mr. Zack, it took me a lot of effort to buy this bottle of 1990 Domaine de la Romanee-Conti. I’m going to open it now. Let’s finish it!”

Ryan did not even call the waiter and opened the bottle of wine himself.

However, no one was willing to drink the bottle of expensive wine after it was opened.

“Miss Clarke, I’ll pour it for you. Please try it.” Ryan said as he walked towards Victoria.

Victoria politely refused, “Sorry, I drove here. I can’t drink.”

‘You can’t drink?’

Ryan clearly remembered that just now, Victoria had taken the initiative to toast to him!

Ryan walked towards Zack, who similarly refuted, “I only drink white wine.”

The other people at the table took the opportunity to pick up their glasses and go to Old Mrs. Camden’s table in a bid to toast to her and wish her a happy birthday.

Victoria was the only one left at the table that was lively a while ago.

“A poor fellow in a pragmatic society.”

Seeing the sorry plight that Ryan was in, Jordan couldn’t help but shake his head.

The Camdens and the upper echelons in this circle were all too pragmatic. It was no wonder that Hailey would be unfaithful to her husband for the sake of money.

When Ryan saw that Victoria was the only one left at the table, he thought Victoria was still willing to be his friend.

Ryan went forth and asked, “Miss Clarke, can we exchange numbers? I’d like to ask Mr. Willis out for a meal if there’s an opportunity in the future.”

Victoria took a sip of tea and said, “Sorry, I don’t have my cell phone with me.”

“Oh, alright.”

Ryan looked highly embarrassed. As a man, the most miserable and agonizing thing was not being beaten up but being despised and looked down on by others.

Jordan had already given Ryan the punishment he deserved!

Ryan was standing still alone with the bottle of red wine in his hand while the others laughed and chatted merrily among themselves.

Seeing that Ryan was in such a miserable state, Jordan took sympathy on him and decided to give him another chance.

“Ryan.”

Jordan suddenly called out to Ryan and then took out an empty wine glass.

“If you sincerely apologize to me now, I will allow you to pour me a glass of wine, and then I will tell James Willis that you may renew the contract for another year.”

Jordan did not state it very clearly, but if he drank the wine Ryan poured, it would mean that he had forgiven Ryan.

None of the people whom Ryan poured wine for was willing to drink it, so Jordan was actually doing him a favor.

However, Ryan felt that Jordan was taking advantage of him!

Ryan said, “This bottle of wine costs more than a few hundred thousand. If you really want to drink it, just say so. Why are you acting like a big boss?”

“You want me to apologize to you, a good-for-nothing live-in son-in-law? Isn’t that akin to making everyone here look down on me even more? How can I still continue being a part of this circle then!?!”

Jordan shook his head and said, “Indeed, a pitiful person must have a detestable flaw. In this case, I’ll leave you to fend for yourself!”

Previously, Jordan had some sympathy for Ryan, perhaps because his grandfather raised him to be a kind person.

Jordan’s grandfather said that those who are kind are more likely to be happy.

Since Ryan did not cherish the opportunity Jordan gave him, the latter no longer had any pity for Ryan.

Ryan quickly picked up the red wine and left the banquet awkwardly.

After Ryan left, Jordan looked at his despondent back and secretly thought,

‘I wonder if I will meet this guy again in the future. He will probably be full of regret when he learns that I’m the CEO of Ace Corporation in the future, huh?’

While thinking about it, Jordan scooped some soup for himself with the spoon.

To his surprise, Elle, seated opposite him, wanted to drink the soup too, and hence, their spoons touched.

Clang.

“Ah, how annoying, my spoon touched the spoon of that good-for-nothing. My spoon is now filthy…”

Elle immediately sobbed and lamented in repulsion.

Drew hurriedly spoke for his sister, “Jordan, of all dishes, you just had to vie with my sister. Is this what you wanted?”

In fact, Jordan was just thinking about some matters and did not bother to pay attention to what he wanted to eat.

When he took a closer look, he realized it was papaya soup with red dates and lotus seeds.

“Papaya…”

Jordan took a look at Elle’s voluptuous figure and immediately felt awkward.

Chapter 17

Gift of 1 Million!

Elle’s attractive figure was accredited to her diet and not her genetics.

Every time he ate with Elle, Jordan realized she loved eating food that would apparently increase bust size, such as papaya.

Jordan took a look at Elle’s already near-perfect figure and said, “You shouldn’t need to eat any more papaya, do you?”

Elle immediately flew into a rage and stood up to walk towards Jordan. She then stood still, almost pressing her body close against Jordan.

When Jordan looked up, he felt like he was looking at mountain peaks…

Elle questioned furiously, “Jordan, what do you mean by that just now? Why don’t I need to eat papaya anymore?”

Jordan was Elle’s cousin-in-law and hence could not state things too explicitly.

Jordan said, “Forget it, take it that I didn’t say anything. I’ll bring the soup over to you. You can drink it by yourself.”

However, even after Jordan took the initiative to bring the soup to Elle, the latter still wasn’t appeased.

She walked over to Old Mrs. Camden’s table and complained.

“Grandma, don’t let Jordan stay for lunch. He didn’t even prepare a birthday gift. Why should he be allowed to eat at your birthday banquet?”

“In the past three years, Uncle and Aunt have wanted to get rid of Jordan. Grandma, if you hadn’t kept him around, how could he stay in our family for three years?”

“What an ingrate. We may have mistreated him, but we’ve at least let him stay in a luxury apartment and drive an expensive car. Yet, he didn’t even prepare a gift for your 80th birthday.”

Although Elle was nitpicking on Jordan, she did make some sense.

Jordan’s task was to be a live-in son-in-law for three years. If he quit, he would have been considered to have failed, and his grandfather would punish him accordingly.

If not for Old Mrs. Camden’s insistence on not letting Hailey divorce Jordan for three years, Jordan’s mission would have failed long ago.

Besides, the Camdens had provided for Jordan for three years. Today, he was officially going to leave the Camdens. Moreover, it happened to be Old Mrs. Camden’s 80th birthday, so he ought to have brought her a gift.

Jordan thought about it, picked up his cell phone, and then called Butler Frank again.

“Hey, prepare a birthday gift on my behalf and send it to the Marriott Hotel.”

After hearing his words, Elle said in disdain, “Psht, have you finally come to your senses? However, we Camdens won’t accept the garbage you send!”

Drew also chimed in, “Jordan, don’t be an embarrassment. Don’t bring all sorts of garbage to the birthday banquet. Look at all the gifts here. Each one is worth at least 30,000 dollars.”

Hailey did not want Jordan to embarrass himself and her, either. After all, they were not officially divorced yet, and he would be bringing shame to Hailey and her family.

Hailey said, “Call and return your gift. If you insist on giving Grandma a birthday gift, I’ll get someone to prepare one on your behalf.”

Jordan continued to eat his food and ignored the three of them.

Indeed, he did not tell Butler Frank how expensive the gift had to be.

However, he knew that the Steeles would never give any cheap gifts!

Only ten minutes had passed.

A deliveryman suddenly appeared at the entrance of the hotel lobby.

The hotel attendant immediately stopped him. “I’m sorry, but it’s Old Mrs. Camden’s birthday banquet today. No one is allowed to go in.”

The delivery man said, “Oh, I’m here to deliver the birthday gift.”

As he spoke, the delivery man took out an exquisite box that was obviously exorbitant.

Hence, the attendant let him enter.

The delivery man walked inside and asked, “May I ask whose birthday is it today?”

Drew was furious at the sight of the deliveryman’s uniform, and he stood up to rebuke,

“It’s my grandmother’s birthday banquet. Who let you in!?!”

The delivery man explained, “I just met a Rolls Royce owner on East Central Boulevard, and he may not be able to get here right now due to heavy traffic.”

“So, he gave me 50 dollars and asked me to bring this gift to Marriott Hotel.”

Hearing the mention of the “Rolls-Royce owner”, Drew’s attitude immediately changed.

“Oh, so it’s a birthday gift for my Grandma. Pass the gift to me.”

After taking the gift box, Drew curiously opened it, only to be astonished.

It was an emerald jadeite bracelet!

Old Mrs. Camden was also rather curious. “Drew, what gift is it?”

Drew hurriedly ran over and said, “Grandma, look, it’s a jadeite bracelet that seems really expensive!”

After seeing it, Old Mrs. Camden grabbed it excitedly and tried to feel its texture while appreciating its color. She became highly agitated!

“What an exquisite emerald jadeite! Does anyone here have a rich knowledge of jadeite? Can you give me an estimated price for this bracelet?”

At this moment, a middle-aged man who owned a jewelry store came over.

“Old Mrs. Camden, let me take a look for you.”

While looking at it, the man said, “This is a type of glass jadeite that has a pure, bright, and even color. There is not a single flaw, and it should be expensive.”

Almost drooling, Hailey asked, “Can you tell me exactly how much it’s worth?”

To observe the jadeite’s translucence under the sunlight, the man walked to a window in the hall entrance where sunlight was streaming in.

After looking at it, the man said excitedly: “It’s not translucent, but completely transparent! This is the best quality of jade! This bracelet is worth at least 1 million dollars!”

Everyone was astonished.

How could a delivery man just send over something worth 1 million dollars?!

Who is this tycoon!?!

Chapter 18

Divorce!

Jordan was the only one at the scene who knew that the person who sent the deliveryman to bring the gift was Butler Frank.

Only the Steele family would have the courage to hand something worth 1 million dollars to a deliveryman.

At the event location, this gift shocked all the guests.

“This emerald jadeite bracelet is the most expensive one among the birthday gifts today!”

“Old Mrs. Camden, who is this gift from? He’s so generous! You have to introduce us to him later.”

The crowd came forward and asked Old Mrs. Camden.

In fact, Old Mrs. Camden was also at a loss, as she could not imagine who the 1 million dollars gift was from.

“That’s strange. All the families who have ties with the Camdens are present today. We didn’t miss anyone out, so who is this bracelet from?”

The Camdens looked at each other.

Elle looked at the bracelet that was worth one million dollars and really wanted to touch it.

She suddenly asked, “Could it be from my suitor?”

Her words immediately made everyone speculate and start making guesses.

Elle had a voluptuous figure which would leave any man who looked at her sleepless at night.

Now, she is only 20 years old and single. Many wealthy scions wanted to date her.

Herman laughed and said, “That’s likely! My daughter is so beautiful and has millions of followers on the internet. The gift is likely from a wealthy scion who fancies Elle.”

Victoria glanced at Elle. Being a woman who also had an excellent figure, she agreed Elle was indeed very attractive in that aspect.

Victoria said, “In this case, congratulations in advance, Mr. Camden. Your future son-in-law is really generous to have sent a gift that’s worth one million dollars.”

Herman said gleefully, “You flatter me, Miss Clarke.”

Hailey was incredibly smug too. Seeing that Elle could marry a wealthy man, Hailey was green with envy. She was also looking at Jordan with resentment in her eyes.

Jordan was somewhat speechless with the Camdens. He had clearly called someone to send a gift over in front of everyone there.

However, no one thought that the gift was from Jordan after it arrived.

They would rather believe that it was from Elle’s suitor, which ultimately didn’t make sense!

Jordan put down his bowl and cutlery and then asked Hailey, “Hailey, have you finished eating?”

Hailey glowered at Jordan in disdain before asking, “Yes, I have. What do you want?”

Jordan got up from the table and said, “Since we’ve eaten and I’ve already given my gift, let’s go to the lawyer’s office to get a divorce now.”

“Wait, what did you say? You’ve given the gift? When did you do so?”

Hailey questioned Jordan.

She was just being disgruntled about Jordan’s incompetence because of the matter regarding the gift because even Elle’s suitor had sent a gift worth 1 million dollars.

Jordan had at least been the son-in-law of the Camdens for three years, yet he didn’t even prepare a gift.

Jordan pointed to the jadeite bracelet on Old Mrs. Camden’s hand and said, “That’s the gift.”

After hearing his words, Herman slapped the table furiously and stood up. “Jordan! You’re so shameless! How dare you say that this bracelet is a gift from you? It’s worth one million dollars, a massive amount that you will never be able to earn in several lifetimes!”

Elle was furious, too. “Hailey, can you get your wastrel of a husband to stop embarrassing himself? This is clearly a gift from my suitor.”

Drew mocked, “Your family of four doesn’t have the ability to send a decent birthday gift, so you claimed someone else’s gift to be yours. You’re such an embarrassment to the Camdens!”

Feeling awkward and embarrassed, Hailey barked at Jordan,

“Let’s hurry up and go to the lawyer’s office. I don’t want to be your wife any longer, not even for a second!”

Hailey picked up her bag and strode towards the door.

“Hailey, let me send you!”

Tyler hurriedly chased after her, looking rather elated.

Jordan turned around and said to Old Mrs. Camden, “For the past three years, there had been good and bad times, but we used to be a family after all. This bracelet is for you. Happy birthday.”

Jordan’s mother-in-law, Sylvie, rebuked in annoyance, “Okay, enough, drop the act, hurry up, and get lost. Stop bragging!”

Drew touched the wound on his face and said resentfully, “Jordan, after you get a divorce, take the train and get lost from Orlando immediately! I don’t want to see you in Orlando again! Do you hear me?”

Jordan chuckled and said, “It’s my freedom to decide if I want to leave Orlando or not. You have no right to interfere.”

After saying that, Jordan also walked out of the door.

Just as he stepped out of the Marriott Hotel, a BMW 7-series pulled up while the passenger seat window was slowly rolled down.

Tyler and Hailey were inside the car.

Tyler said, “Punk, Hailey said you don’t deserve to sit in a BMW, so you’d better ride a public-sharing bike. We’ll wait for you in front of the lawyer’s office.”

After saying that, Tyler stepped on the accelerator, and the BMW sped off quickly.

Jordan casually hailed a cab that passed by and followed closely behind the BMW.

They arrived at the entrance of the lawyer’s office, one after another.

As soon as they arrived at the lawyer’s office, they pulled out the household register, marriage certificate, and divorce agreement, which they had already prepared.

Soon, the two of them were done with the divorce procedure.

The lawyer’s office gave each of them a purple divorce certificate.

It was officially declared that their marriage had been dissolved, and they were no longer husband and wife!

Chapter 19

Stay In A Five-star Hotel!

Looking at the words “divorce certificate,” Jordan heaved a long sigh of relief. It felt as if all his pent-up frustration and disgruntlement for the past three years had dissipated.

“I’m finally no longer a live-in son-in-law.”

Jordan walked out of the lawyer’s office and couldn’t help but be emotional.

His next experience would be a business endeavor, so he had to devote himself to his career!

At this moment, Hailey mocked, “Right, you’re no longer a live-in son-in-law, but an abandoned one! That’s even more embarrassing than a live-in son-in-law!”

‘An abandoned son-in-law?’

‘A live-in son-in-law whose wife divorced him?’

‘It’s up to you to say whatever you want!’

Jordan no longer wanted to say anything to the pragmatic woman who only loved money. He hailed a cab casually and left.

Hailey was indignant. Although she was the one at fault, she still felt that she hadn’t scolded her husband enough.

Hailey got into Tyler’s car and said, “Tail him and see if he leaves Orlando.”

Tyler stepped on the accelerator pedal to catch up to the cab that Jordan was in.

He smiled and said, “He must be leaving Orlando by train. He can no longer make a living in Orlando, and he has no savings either. If he doesn’t leave, he won’t be able to survive in Orlando.”

Hailey also felt that Jordan would probably choose to leave, but because of the gaze in Jordan’s eyes, she had a vague feeling that things were not that simple.

While driving, Tyler glanced at the divorce certificate in Hailey’s hand and laughed.

“Why is the divorce certificate purple? I thought it was green.”

Hailey nodded and said, “It’s now purple. That’s not too bad. Well, divorce is a joyous occasion for us, isn’t it?”

Tyler chuckled and said, “Yes, we should give Jordan a reminder that he’s been made a cuckold. Haha.”

Hailey laughed and lightly punched Tyler playfully. “You’re so mean.”

After a few minutes, Tyler suddenly said in puzzlement, “This is not the way to the train station.”

Hailey also became doubtful. “Is it the way to the airport?”

Tyler shook his head and said, “No, he’s heading to the West Lake area.”

Hailey gently pinched her hair and asked. “Is he not planning to leave Orlando?”

Tyler humphed coldly. “He’s probably going to check into a hotel room. Don’t worry, with our family’s connections in the hotel industry, I guarantee that he won’t be able to stay in any hotel below four stars!”

“Okay.” Hailey just wanted her loser former husband to quickly disappear from Orlando.

After a few more minutes, the cab that Jordan was in finally stopped.

However, the car surprisingly stopped at the most luxurious five-star hotel in Orlando City, the Four Seasons Hotel at West Lake.

However, Tyler and Hailey watched as Jordan alighted from the cab and entered the hotel.

“Damn it! That punk Jordan is here to apply for a job as a waiter!”

Tyler was so furious that he slapped the steering wheel of the BMW.

Hailey was infuriated. “During the banquet just now, we clearly told everyone that we wanted to cut off his means of a livelihood, and yet, he’s here for an interview. He clearly doesn’t take the Camden family seriously!”

Tyler said in exasperation, “Does this kid not believe in my abilities!?! Just you wait, I’ll make a call.”

Tyler took out his cell phone, scrolled through the contacts for a while before making a call.

“Hey, Daniel, are you still working as a manager at West Lake Hotel? I have some instructions for you. A punk named Jordan Steele has gone to your hotel to apply for a job, don’t accept him. That’s all.”

After hanging up the phone, Tyler patted his chest and assured, “I’m done giving out instructions. That good-for-nothing Jordan will scramble out immediately.”

Hailey praised happily, “You have such a wide network of connections. You know everyone.”

Tyler said proudly, “They’re just my underlings. They have to thank me for ordering them to do something.”

Five minutes later, Tyler decided to call the hotel manager again because Jordan hadn’t come out yet.

“Hey, Daniel, how is the matter I told you to handle? Why haven’t you chased Jordan out yet? Call the security officers! Oh, if not, call the police!”

Daniel said on the other end of the phone, “Mr. Collins, no one has applied for a job at our hotel. I’ve asked several colleagues, and they all said so.”

“What?” Tyler was confused.

If Jordan did not apply for a job at the West Lake Hotel, what would he go there for?

“Surely Jordan is not… checking into a room, right!?!” Tyler’s expression changed immediately.

Hailey was also taken aback. “Impossible! The West Lake Hotel charges at least 1,000 dollars a night, and I’ve confiscated his bank cards. He only has a few hundred dollars in cash and about 2,000 mobile payment credits.”

Tyler said, “Let’s go in and take a look.”

The two of them alighted and walked to the lobby of the West Lake Hotel.

“Hello Sir and Miss, do you need a place to stay?” the attendant at the front desk asked with a smile.

Tyler asked, “Did a person named Jordan Steele check into a room here just now?”

The attendant answered, “I’m sorry, but this concerns the guest’s privacy. We can’t disclose it.”

“Damn it.” Tyler was so infuriated that he yelled in the lobby, “Daniel! Daniel! Get your ass here!”

Daniel, the hotel lobby manager, walked over soon after.

“Mr. Collins.” Daniel greeted respectfully.

Tyler said impatiently, “Find out immediately if Jordan Steele is staying here!”

Daniel winked at the attendant, who then finally gave in. “Yes.”

Chapter 20

Jordan Is A Thief!

Tyler and Hailey were all astonished.

They never thought that the live-in son-in-law whom they had abandoned would actually be able to stay in a five-star hotel!

It cost more than 1,000 dollars a night!

Tyler asked, “Hailey, are you sure he only has a few hundred dollars? Has he secretly stashed away any money behind your back for the past three years?”

Hailey shook her head and said, “I’m not sure… maybe he did.”

Tyler pursed his lips and remarked, “Jordan is quite gutsy. I said that he can forget about staying in any hotel that’s four stars and below, and yet, this guy paid so much to check into a five-star hotel!”

Tyler thought Jordan was afraid of his power and hence, bore with the pinch and checked into a five-star hotel.

Little did he know that Jordan had always only stayed in five-star hotels.

Hailey asked, “Do you have a way to make him unable to continue staying here?”

Being put in a spot, Tyler said, “That’s indeed a bit troublesome.”

The owners of five-star hotels were all big bosses whom Tyler could not afford to provoke. Besides, reputation was important for five-star hotels.

Despite his status and connections, Tyler would not be able to handle the consequences if the public ever found out that a guest of West Lake Hotel was chased out due to him.

Feeling a little ashamed and guilty, Tyler whispered, “Why don’t we just let him stay here for one night? Even if he has a secret stash of savings, he can at most afford to stay for only one night.”

Hailey was obviously a little displeased because just now, Tyler had confidently declared that he would make Jordan sleep on the streets, but now there was nothing he could do to Jordan.

Seeing that Hailey was angry, Tyler got a little anxious and looked at the service staff.

“Is Jordan staying here for a night?”

The front desk attendant had just finished processing Jordan’s check-in administrative procedure. Hence, there was no need for him to check at all.

He simply answered, “Mr. Jordan has paid for a seven-night stay.”

“Seven nights?” Tyler was a bit surprised. “This punk is pretty relentless. Each night costs about 1,000 dollars, and seven nights would cost 7,000 dollars. Hailey, he has saved quite a lot of money in his secret stash!”

Hailey was so furious that she stomped her feet and exclaimed in disgruntlement, “He must have siphoned some of the money that was going to be spent on groceries, dog food, and daily necessities. He’s so greedy!”

The Camden family was a second-rate wealthy family in Orlando with high living expenses. Jordan was usually the one who did the shopping.

It wasn’t impossible for him to take a few thousand dollars from the money that was meant to be spent on daily expenses.

However, at this moment, the front desk attendant said, “Um… Mr. Jordan did not check into an ordinary room but a presidential suite.”

“What!?!”

Tyler and Hailey were so frightened that they were about to leap up!

‘Presidential suite?’

‘He’s going to stay in it for a week?’

‘The presidential suite of the West Lake Hotel costs 10,000 dollars a night!’

‘The cost for a week is 70,000 dollars!’

“70,000 dollars! Did Jordan just pay 70,000 dollars?” Tyler asked the attendant, looking at her in horror.

The beautiful female attendant nodded and said shyly, “Yes, he even gave me a 1,000 dollars tip…”

Upon hearing her words and seeing how beautiful the front desk attendant was, Hailey suddenly felt jealous.

She rebuked furiously, “Who said you could take his tip!?! That’s my family’s money!”

Tyler didn’t want Hailey to cause a scene in the five-star hotel, so he pulled her aside and said,

“Hailey, don’t bother about the tip for now. Where did he get so much money? It’s impossible to get 70,000 dollars by pocketing some of the money meant for daily necessities and groceries for the past three years.”

After thinking about it, Hailey felt that he made sense. Although the Camden family had given him monthly allowances, they wouldn’t add up to that much after three years.

Hailey suddenly thought of something as she pondered. In a concerned tone, she asked, “He used to go to my grandmother’s place often and take care of her dog. She has many antiques at home. Could he have stolen one or two and sold them?”

Tyler knew how powerful Old Mrs. Camden was and was aware that she would receive many expensive gifts on her birthday each year.

Those gifts were enough to form a massive pile at home.

Jordan just needed to steal one or two pieces, and he could sell them for a hundred grand or two.

Tyler exclaimed, “This must be the case, quickly inform your family and ask them to check if something is missing!”

“Yes!”

Hailey frantically picked up her phone and called her mother, Sylvie.

At this time, in the Marriott Hotel.

Jordan and Hailey had been away for over forty minutes, and the guests at the birthday banquet were all full and had drunk to their hearts’ content.

Usually, the busy bosses would have long gone back to their companies to make money.

However, today, none of them were eager to leave.

They were all waiting for one person, and that was the mysterious person who had sent a one million dollars jadeite bracelet, also known as Elle’s suitor.

With an ominous hunch, Victoria asked, “It’s been so long, but the person who gave the gift still isn’t here yet. NO matter how heavy traffic is on East Central Boulevard, he should have arrived by now.”

“Could it be that the bracelet is really from Jordan?”

When she thought of this, Victoria broke into a cold sweat. ‘Surely I didn’t accidentally offend a big shot, did I?’

At this moment, Sylvie’s phone suddenly rang.

“Hailey, how is it going? You’re done divorcing that loser, huh?” Sylvie asked with a smile.

Hailey said, “Mom, hurry and go to grandma’s house and see which of grandma’s antique calligraphy paintings are missing. That scoundrel from the Steele family has stolen something from our family and sold it!”

Sylvie was astonished. “What? Jordan, that good-for-nothing stole your grandma’s antique calligraphy painting?”

Hearing Sylvie’s words, Victoria felt much more relaxed. With a slim lady cigarette between her alluring red lips, Victoria said, “I thought it would be some big shot, but it turns out to be just a thief.”