The return of God of war

Chapter 14-15

Chapter 14

Everyone looked at Levi in bewilderment. “What? Leave it to you? You just got out of prison. Do you have the money?”

“I… I’ll come up with something.”

Levi had a card with him, but he didn’t know how much was inside.

“Don’t force yourself and do anything that is out of line! We’ll just let it go if things don’t work out,” Zoey said, looking at Levi worryingly, afraid he would do something extreme.

“Don’t worry. I’ll take care of it,” Levi replied, holding her hands.

The next day, Levi went out alone.

As soon as he arrived at the intersection, a Maybach came to a halt at the side.

Azure Dragon got down from the car and ushered Levi to get in.

“Any updates on the Garrison family? Is anyone coming to apologize?” Levi asked.

Azure Dragon shook his head. “Not one of them are repenting.”

A cold glint flashed across Levi’s eyes. “It’s time to show them a little something.”

Arriving at the bank, Levi withdrew five million cash in one go.

The staff at the bank looked at him, appalled, and was especially horrified to see the man in military uniform standing next to him.

That’s the King of War!

Hans, the general manager of North Hampton Bank’s head office, came to serve in person.

In the end, he and Hailey, a tall woman with a pleasant-looking face, helped to carry the briefcases of cash from the VIP passageway.

Hailey couldn’t help but steal a second glance at Levi, who seemed familiar to her.

“His identity is so intimidating, even our chief almost ran over here.”

After sending them off, Hans drew in a deep breath.

“Who was that, Mr. Lowery?” Hailey asked curiously. “Is the one next to him in a military uniform someone famous?”

“That person is a bona fide King of War! Having the King of War as his follower… Think about it,” Hans said lowly.

“Damn!” Hailey gasped in shock.

“So don’t mention about today and keep everything confidential.”

Hailey nodded. “Understood!”

“No matter who asks, just say it’s a loan, and forge a receipt or something.”

“Yes, sir!”

…

At night, when Levi returned home carrying five briefcases full of cash, Zoey and her parents were dumbfounded.

They counted them three times, and lo and behold, there were indeed five million.

“W-Where did you get so much money? Please don’t tell me it’s from the loan sharks.”

Zoey freaked out.

“What loan sharks! Don’t worry about it! Anyhow, I got the money, so use this to solve your urgent problem first,” Levi said.

“Yes, let’s solve this first,” Aaron concurred.

“But 2.8 million is enough! Why did you get five million?” Zoey asked in confusion.

“You’ll see when the time comes.”

…

Upon hearing the news that they were going to pay up, Henry came to collect the money himself.

“Damn, Aaron. That was fast,” Henry jeered. “You sure there’s 2.8 million? It must be hard on you. I’d thought you couldn’t afford to pay us back.”

Aaron glared at him. “That is none of your concern. Anyway, I’ve put together 2.8 million, and that settles our debt!”

“Who said it’s 2.8 million?” sneered Henry, changing the subject. “We need to take the many days of interest into account. Here’s the IOU. Including the interest, it should be about five million plus, but we’ll just charge you five million.”

“What? Five million? How is it five million? Even the loan sharks are not as demanding as you!”

Aaron and Zoey were thunderstruck.

“Dad lent it to us unconditionally back then,” Caitlyn said. “How can there be interest?”

“My dear Caitlyn, you are so naïve! Dad borrowed the money to help you, but we’re all entrepreneurs; let’s not bring familial affection into this matter. What can I do if you people didn’t read the IOU carefully?”

Zoey and Aaron took the IOU and calculated them, and indeed there was interest.

They finally knew why Levi had brought five million.

However, it was obvious that the IOU had been amended!

How cruel!

I can’t believe Grandpa is doing this to me!

Am I just an outsider to him?

Zoey teared up.

Aaron too was crestfallen.

Is he even my biological father?

How could he use such dirty tricks on us?

“What? You won’t admit it? Okay, fine! I’ll sue you then!” Henry sniggered.

“Why wouldn’t we?! Five million, right? Here, take it!”

Levi put five briefcases of cash in front of Henry.

After checking them, Henry and a few others were gobsmacked.

Its real money! And there’s exactly five million!

Levi recorded the scene and tore up the IOU.

“Where did you get five million?”

Henry was on the verge of doubting reality.

“That’s none of your business. Get lost!”

Levi chased them out.

At the Lopez residence, everyone was staring at the five million on the table with eyes and mouth wide agape.

“How did they get this money? Did they go all out to collect five million just to prevent us from touching that ten billion project?”

Fabian arrived just then.

“Dad, I’ve found out that Levi borrowed these five million! He seems to have some property that can be used as a collateral,” he said.

“Are you sure?” Harry asked seriously.

“I’m sure! The person in charge of this transaction was Ms. Hailey Stinson, the senior director of North Hampton Bank’s head office. I somehow managed to contact her, and she admitted herself it was a person named Levi Garrison who borrowed it. I’d spent a hundred thousand to get a copy of the invoice!”

After receiving the invoice, Harry confirmed it was true.

“Haha, borrowed? Let see how he’s going to pay it back.”

“The biggest question is, how are they going to work on this project? They would still have to come to us in the end!”

…

Zoey felt it was too surreal to solve such a big issue.

She was touched when she learned from the Lopez family that it was Levi who borrowed the money to settle their debts.

“We should bring in investments and start the project as soon as possible!”

“But that’s another big problem there. We’ll need lots of funds to develop this project.”

According to Zoey’s budget, a start-up capital of thirty million would be required and at least seventy million would be needed subsequently.

Aaron gave a low moan of despair. It was too difficult a task to accomplish.

“Do you have any idea?” asked Zoey, looking at Levi.

Levi smiled. “We’ll just look for big companies then. We’ll try door to door. This project is a gold mine! I’m sure many companies will be interested.”

Zoey nodded. “I know that, but I’m afraid they’ll ask for a lot in return once they agree. There will be many overlord terms!”

“There’s no harm in trying, right? You’ll never know if there’s someone who would invest with no strings attached if you don’t try,” Levi beamed.

“How is that possible?”

Zoey was deeply suspicious.

Chapter 15

If truth be told, it was a matter of Levi’s words regarding the investments.

“Oh yeah, don’t you worry,” said Zoey suddenly. “I’ll pay back the five million; hopefully we can reel in some investments as soon as possible.”

“There’s no need for that. Why are we even discussing this topic?”

Levi smiled.

“But you also have to pay back the money, no? How are you going to do that? You haven’t got any money.”

At that, Levi nodded.

“Once we earn enough money from this project, I’m planning to get a house. It’s inappropriate of us to stay with Mom and Dad,” Zoey added.

“Do you still remember our marital home?” asked Levi, remembering suddenly.

“I do. You designed that villa yourself, and it was perfect! What a waste,” Zoey sighed.

“I’m going to take back that villa,” Levi said.

“That villa belongs to the Garrison family now, Levi. Don’t do anything reckless. You can’t fight them,” Zoey persuaded.

“Don’t worry.”

Levi was determined to take back what the Garrison family took from him.

The next day, Zoey was busy looking for investment while Levi stayed home. He wanted to let Zoey run into a stone wall before making the necessary arrangements.

Aaron and Caitlyn looked at Levi who was smoking on the couch, their brows furrowed and they looked sullen.

“Put out the cigarette and come with me! I have something to tell you!” said Aaron coldly, glaring at Levi in revulsion.

Levi stubbed out his cigarette and followed suit.

“Dad, just fire away!”

Aaron’s brows knitted tightly together into a deep frown. “Are you not aware of our situation now?”

“I think we’re good.” Levi smiled. “We got the project and as long as we reel in some investments, Zoey and our future will be bright as day.”

“Yeah, and it’s because Zoey has a promising future, you’re at risk.”

“What?” Levi’s expression changed from delight to puzzlement.

“You should know that once this project is accomplished, Zoey’s net worth will increase by a few billion. She’ll gain a foothold in North Hampton in the future. Do you think you’ll still be worthy of her then?” Aaron said solemnly. “I’m not questioning your abilities, but you have to understand that you just came out of prison and things are different from six years ago. It won’t be easy to start a business again. The gap between you and Zoey will only grow.”

“That’s right,” Caitlyn agreed. “You’re lazing around and doing nothing all day! You don’t even have a decent job. Do you think you’re worthy of my daughter?”

“Exactly! Just imagine how humiliating will it be for Zoey if you’re still her husband by then.”

“We will find a proper time to discuss this with Zoey regarding your divorce! This is for the best, for both you and Zoey! Just prepare yourself,” Aaron sighed.

Levi chuckled. “Mom, Dad, is this what they mean by burning the bridges?”

“What do you mean, burning the bridges? Do you really think that it was you who secured this project? You only butt in a little. It’s because of Zoey’s ability that we got this project, okay?”

“Yeah. In simpler words, this matter has nothing to do with you!”

Levi could only give a half-suppressed laugh in this regard.

“Rest assured, Mom and Dad. I’ll make Zoey the happiest woman in the world!” Levi proclaimed.

Caitlyn glared at him. “And how do you intend to do that? You don’t even have a house! I could have believed when you had that big villa before, but now? You’re just a pauper with zilch! Not to mention you’re staying at my house! Aren’t you ashamed?”

“Just leave for a few days. I don’t want to see you for a while.”

“Yeah, Zoey has been busy recently, and she’s easily distracted when you’re around,” Aaron added on.

Having been kicked out of the house, Levi wasn’t angry.

This was what he owed Zoey.

Downstairs, a Rolls-Royce Phantom pulled over.

Azure Dragon got out of the car and greeted, “God of War, after you!”

Levi got into the car.

“Aaron, come, quick!” Caitlyn, who was watching through the window, suddenly shouted. “I think Levi just got into a luxury car.”

Aaron hurried over and saw a Rolls-Royce driving past his house.

“That’s a Rolls-Royce Phantom! The car owner must be a big shot! How could’ve Levi gotten into this kind of car?” Aaron said quickly.

“I just saw a figure from the back who looked a little like him. I guess I worried too much,” said Caitlyn with relief. “If he can afford to drive a Rolls-Royce, would we even be staying in this hundred square meters dumpster?”

Aaron snorted. “You’re still hoping on this gigolo?”

“Yes. I hope he starves to death.”

In the car, Azure Dragon asked, “Where to now, Sir?”

“To the Royal Villa!”

I must take back my villa!

“Sir, I’ve found out that the person living in your villa right now is Matthew Green! He’s the current general manager of Skyline Media under Garrison International!”

“He’s currently Ashton’s trusted aide! After betraying you, he immediately devoted himself to Ashton.”

Ashton was Levi’s Uncle, Jacob’s son. He had a reputation for being a man about town. And it was he who said that he wanted to marry Zoey at the banquet that day.

He had been coveting Zoey for a long time now.

Levi’s gaze went cold at the mention of Matthew.

He was once his trusted aide, his henchmen.

It was Levi who promoted him. If it hadn’t been for him, he would have committed fraud and gone to prison.

Levi could still remember that after his downfall, Matthew had become the Garrison family’s lackey who immediately contacted the media reporters to smear his name.

He had even forged a good deal of evidences of Levi’s ‘supposed’ crime and successfully sent him to prison.

Thinking about how Matthew once looked respectful before him, Levi found it ridiculous.

Very soon, he arrived at the Royal Villa.

Standing before the villa that he personally designed, rage bubbled just below the surface of his mind.

The nerve of him to stay at my marital home!

Die!

Upon noticing the two of them, the villa housekeeper came out and asked, “What are you people doing here and who are you looking for?”

Levi grinned. “I’m here to look at my house!”

“What? Your house? Are you sick in the head?”

“I’m telling you, the owner of this villa is Matthew Green, Mr. Green of Skyline Media!” the housekeeper sneered.

Levi tugged his lips into a wider grin. “Then did Matthew tell you who was the previous owner of the villa?”

“You think I care? I only know Mr. Green!”

Right at that moment, a Porsche Panamera pulled in.

The housekeeper immediately went to open the door.

Matthew, dressed in a suit, came down with a secretary supporting him at the side. The secretary, who was dressed in business attire, was hot. Her long legs wrapped in black stockings were especially attractive.

Seeing that they came back together, it was obvious they were up to some shenanigans.

“Who are these people?” Matthew asked, displeasure was written all over his face as he looked at the two people standing in front of the villa.

Levi slowly turned around. In the split second when their eyes met, Matthew got the shock of his life.

It just so happened that he had gone on a business trip during the Garrison family’s celebration banquet, so he didn’t meet Levi until today.

Meeting Levi right now, he could feel nothing but blind terror.

It differed from the rest of the Garrison family. Matthew had a psychological fear and awe for Levi.

Especially since he had done something despicable toward him; he couldn’t look Levi in the eye.

“Life seems good, eh, Mr. Green?” Levi asked with a smile on his face.

“W-W-What are you doing here?” Matthew asked, trembling.

“I’m here to have a look at my house!”

Levi sized up the villa.

“This villa has nothing to do with you now. So leave!” Matthew said, bracing himself and looking at Levi.

Levi smirked. “And if I don’t?”

Matthew’s secretary, Queena, glowered at Levi. “Who do you think you are? How dare you behave like a barbarian? Leave now! Or I’ll inform Mr. Ashton, and you’ll be sorry for this!”

At the mention of Ashton, Matthew suddenly got a newfound courage and he retort, “Levi Garrison, taking into consideration that you were my boss, I will not make things difficult for you. So please leave now!”

“Who do you think you are to make things difficult for me?” Levi disparaged.

“Why don’t you take a look at yourself in the mirror, Levi? You’re a nobody now! How dare you talk to Mr. Green like that?” Queena sneered. “Get down on your knees and crawl your way out!”