**The Evan Household**
When the Elder of the Evan Household learned that his only grandson had been rendered impotent by Junlin Evan, he was furious and roared, “Notify the Wolf Gate! I want Junlin Evan’s head on my table by the end of today!”
Meanwhile, in the Thomas Household, the Elder of the Thomas family was speaking to a middle-aged man in military attire, “Timothy, with you here, that little brat from the Evan Household is nothing to worry about!”
“A useless wreck from a family that’s already been destroyed, yet he dares to be so arrogant. Father, rest assured, I’ll send someone to take care of him. But I’ve also returned for another matter this time,” the middle-aged man, Timothy Thomas, replied. He was the second son of the Thomas Household and an officer in the Southern District military.
“What’s the matter?” the Elder asked curiously.
“Our Commander’s birthday is approaching, and he’s a great lover of ancient paintings. I’ve heard that there’s an auction tonight in Jianghai where an ancient painting will be up for sale. I plan to purchase it as a gift for the Commander.”
Timothy explained.
“The Commander’s birthday, you say? Yes, that gift must be carefully prepared. If you can win his favor, you will soar to new heights, and our Thomas Household will also rise to a higher level!” The Elder’s face lit up with excitement.
**The Blake Household**
At the Blake Household, Elder Blake and Blake were sitting together, accompanied by a well-dressed woman and a young man with an arrogant expression.
These two were Blake’s sister, Yvonne, and her son, Aiden Shane.
“Sister, it’s great that you could come. I thought…”
Blake looked at his sister Yvonne with excitement.
“It’s been so many years. Let’s not dwell on the past. No matter what, I’m still part of the Blake Household. Now that the Blake Household is in trouble, how could I stand by and do nothing?” Yvonne replied coldly.
“Grandfather, Uncle, there’s no need to worry. That so-called Junlin Evan is nothing more than an ant in front of my Shane Household. Seven years ago, he was trampled underfoot, and seven years later, I can do the same!” Aiden Shane scoffed with an arrogant sneer.
“Haha, Aiden is right. In front of you, Junlin Evan is nothing!” Elder Blake laughed.
His grandson, Aiden, was the eldest son of the Shane Household, one of the six top families in the Southern District. Although he couldn’t compare to the mysterious figure from seven years ago, he was still someone Junlin Evan couldn’t hope to match.
With the Shane Household’s influence and power, crushing Junlin Evan would be as easy as stepping on an ant!
“How is Ruo?” Yvonne suddenly asked.
“Sigh… Ruo’s face was disfigured, and after such humiliation, she’s suffered a great psychological trauma. She’s completely shut herself off now,” Blake sighed with a pained expression.
Yvonne frowned, “I heard that Ruo’s condition is because of that girl from the Thomas Household?”
“Yes, it’s because of her! If it weren’t for her, that bastard Junlin Evan wouldn’t have been so ruthless towards Ruo. I was planning to deal with him first and then destroy the Thomas Household afterward!” Blake fumed with anger.
“Ruo is my niece, and it’s my duty as her aunt to avenge her. Tomorrow, I’ll make sure that girl from the Thomas Household and the entire Thomas Household pay the price!” Yvonne’s face turned cold, and her eyes gleamed with a fierce light.
**A Hotel in Jianghai**
In a hotel in Jianghai, a middle-aged man dressed in black was sitting there, holding a glass of red wine.
Standing beside him was another man who asked, “Sir, what’s so special about that painting that you had to come here in person?”
“That painting was specifically requested by Master Sun. As for what’s special about it, only Master Sun would know,” the middle-aged man replied, taking a sip of wine.
“I’ve heard that the painting belonged to a doomed family in Jianghai. Could it be too inauspicious?” the man expressed his concern.
“If the Master wants it, then no matter what, we must acquire it!” The middle-aged man finished his wine with a commanding presence.
As night fell, luxury cars gathered outside a building in Jianghai. Many of Jianghai’s elites and celebrities appeared, along with influential figures from other cities in the Southern District.
Tonight, an auction was being held here, organized by the renowned Jiang Group, one of the top business groups in the Southern District. The event was grand, attracting people from all walks of life.
At the auction site, a white-haired man in a suit, wearing a jade ring, was welcoming distinguished guests.
“Vice President Xu, we’ve heard that President Jiang isn’t doing well. It looks like you’re about to become the new president of the Jiang Group!”
“Yes, we should congratulate you in advance, President Xu!” Several business leaders from Jianghai smiled at the man in the suit, who was none other than Xu Tianwang, the vice president of the Jiang Group.
“You mustn’t say such things. Even if President Jiang isn’t around, the position of president belongs to our young lady. How could it ever be my turn?” Xu Tianwang replied humbly.
“Are you referring to President Jiang’s daughter, Jiang Mu Ge? While she’s got some management skills, she’s still too young. She can’t compare to you, President Xu!”
“That’s right, President Xu, you’ve been President Jiang’s right-hand man and the true contributor to the Jiang Group’s success. In terms of qualifications and achievements, that girl isn’t fit to be president!”
The business leaders praised Xu Tianwang one after another.
“Gentlemen, you flatter me. The auction is about to begin. Please, take your seats!” Xu Tianwang smiled faintly and had his men lead the guests to their seats.
“Master, it seems everyone supports you as the new president. That girl can’t compete with you!” a man standing behind Xu Tianwang remarked.
“That girl isn’t as simple as you think. She’s survived two assassination attempts, which shows she has some skill,” Xu Tianwang replied. “But as long as tonight’s auction goes smoothly, I’ll be able to win over this group of business elites. Then, even if the old man Jiang Kunshan returns, I’ll be firmly seated as the president!” Xu Tianwang clenched the jade ring on his finger and coldly snorted.
Within minutes, the auction officially began. Various treasures were brought up one by one, sparking a frenzy among the bidders.
“Ladies and gentlemen, the next item up for auction is a landscape painting. According to our experts, this painting is at least several hundred years old! If you’re a fan of collecting ancient paintings, you won’t want to miss this!” The auctioneer announced from the stage.
