Chapter 39 Think About the Consequences
"As soon asWhen William sat down, he took out a simple and exquisite box from his pocket and handed it to Michelle.
""Michelle, this is for you.""
""What is this?"" Michelle felt somewhat excited. This was the first gift she had received from William since they had rekindled their relationship.
""You'll know once you open it."" William smirked.
Michelle nodded and opened the wooden box. Inside was an purple and antique jade amethyst bracelet.
"It’s an amethyst "Purple jade bracelet!, Iit's so beautiful."" Michelle loved it. With joy in her eyes S, she put it on herself with joy in her eyes, playing with it in her hands. H, and her affection was evident.
When William saw Seeing how much Michelle liked it, William he was also happy. However, Katharine couldn't help but sneer from the side.
""Why did aA broken bracelet makede you so happy?. You didn't want the Cartier rose gold bracelet worth over a hundred thousand dollars, but you’ll happily accept a cheap one from a street vendor. I really can't believe you.""
She had no idea that the purple jadeamethyst bracelet was had been owned by an ancient European royal princess and was worth three hundred thousand dollars. T, while the Cartier rose gold bracelet was incomparablecould hardly compare to that.
Katharine was not in a good mood at the moment. Since William had sat down with them, many relatives couldn't help but come over curiously and to strike up conversations. When they found out that William was Michelle's boyfriend and a poor man from a poor area, their interest instantly faded away, and even their gazes were filled with disdain.
TMoreover, the gossip from their relatives and friends made Katharine very unhappy too.
""Have you heard? That family's daughter found herself a poor boyfriend from a poor area and acts like a dog, licking his boots. It's so hilarious.""
""Is it true? Michelle is so beautiful, why did she choose a poor man?""
""Who knows? I also heard that their family's company is going bankrupt, and their capital chain has beenis trapped by that land in the east of the city.""
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""They've been really unlucky lately. They used to show off a lot, but look at how she can't even lift her head today. It's so funny.""
These so-called relatives and friends only enjoyed watching the show when someone wais in trouble.
Katharine couldn't stand it anymore and suppressed her anger, turning to William and saying, ""William, come out with me for a moment. I want to talk to you alone.""
William nodded and followed Katharine out of the super box to a quiet corner without anyone; where Katharine spoke honestly.
""William, I want you to leave my daughter. You're not suitable for her.""
William was at a loss for words. He couldn't believe it wasthat Michelle's mother who camehad come to persuade him to leave her this time. But no matter what, he would never leave Michelle, let alone tolerate her being in the arms of another man. He responded firmly responded, ""Auntie, I will notwon’t leave Michelle, Ma’am..""
""DoAre you want trying to drive me crazy? Michelle is the most beautiful woman among our peers in the family, yet but she's dating the poorest guy. You're making me lose all my dignity!"" Katharine angrily scolded him angrily, jumping up and down.
“""Auntie, I’ will work hard, Ma’am. I’ am a already a department manager now. Give me some more time, and I’ will achieve even better results,"" William responded earnestly.
""William, you’re a capable man, I must admit that you have the ability. It's not easy for someone like you from a poor district to become a department manager within three years after graduation. However,But ourthis society values connections and relationships. Even if you work hard for ayour whole lifetime, as a poor person, your destination may be just the starting point for other peoples.,"" Katharine paused and continued.
""Do you know Krister? He also likes Michelle too. With He has a net worth of billions, and the Miller family being are a New York second-rate aristocracy in New York. Do you think, can you can earn billions of dollars in youra lifetime? You simply can't compare with to him.""
""He definitely can’tindeed cannot compare towith me. Even if their family works hard for atheir whole lifetime, they may never reach my starting point,"" William calmly responded. He didn't really care about a second-rate conglomerate family like Krister's.
Katharine was infuriated Now, hearingwhen she saw that William was still trying to show off; Katharine was infuriated.
""William, I hate it when you act all high and mighty, William. You have no real power, yet but you're still acting this way. I don't want to waste any more words with on you. Here's a check for $200,000. Take it and quietly leave Michelle,"" It appeared seemed Katharine was prepared as she took the check out from her bag and handed it to William.
William opened his mouth, not knowing what to say. Is Was this how direct things are nowit was supposed to go? Offering Katharine had offered money right away instead of explainingtalking to him.? It might be better for him to offer her a gift Instead of wasting time and energy trying to explain himselfing, it might be better to offer her a gift, like he did for Michelle's father.
There is no need to waste words on anything For things that can be explained with money, there is no need to waste words.
""Auntie, I won't take this money, Ma’am,"" William said. He took, taking out a checkbook from his pocket and swiftly wrote down $10 million on it. He then tore it off and handed it back to Katharine.
"H"Auntie, here's $10 million as a gift for you, Ma’am! YIn the future, you’ will find outknow that everything I say is true in the future.""
Katharine was dumbstruck. She hadn’tnever expected this poor man to continue showing off in front of her. She thought it was an empty check that William was using to show off again.
"You’ve really disappointed me, "William, you have disappointed your aunt beyond words.""
""I’ will never agree to you being with Michelle because you're not worthygood enough for her,"" Katharine spoke bluntly, and even though William had a good temperwas usually easygoing, he couldn't help but feel a bit displeasedlittle upset upon when he hearding her words.
"I know you’re ignoring me now, Ma’am "Auntie, you're ignoring me now, but you might regret it the next secondsoon."" After slipping thea $10 million check into Katharine's hands, William headed straight back to the VIP box.
Katharine looked at the supposedly blank $10 million check in her hand, feeling frustrated.
Back in the VIP box, William was surprised to see Antony appearing there. As the leader of both the lawful and unlawful sides in New York and also the head of the prestigious group, the Power Group, his presence instantly attracted the attention of the Wilson family and other third-rate and second-rate tycoons.
Many people approached him, eagerly wanting to raise a toast and chat with him, but he paid them no mind. Instead, he only toasted the birthday star of the day, Professor Munro. Antony had been Professor Munro's student for a year, although it had been a long time ago.
He had come to inspect the Grand Hotel today, since it was a hotel under the group, today and had coincidentally encountered Professor Munro's 80th birthday celebration, so he expressly came over to raise a glass to him.
""Mr. Jones, I'm Benjamin, Mr. Jones. Let's We should get to know each other.""
""Mr. Jones, I'm Kevin, Mr. Jones. We should collaborate in the future.""
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It wasn’t only
Not only Munro's sons. E, but even Munro's students and friends were eager to meet Antony. Drinking a toast with one of New York's top figures would give them bragging rights for a long time.
""Sorry everyone, Mr. Jones is busy. We You can chat another time."" Antony's personal assistant and bodyguard blocked their way.
After toasting Professor Munro, Antony was about to leave with his bodyguard. However when he caught sight of William standing in the corner in, his peripheral vision caught sight of William standing in the corner. Immediately, his body trembled, and excitement appeared on his face.
""Excuse me, everyone."" Antony suddenly turned around and walked back, eagerly pushing through the crowd to get closer. Everyone present became curious about what Mr. Jones was up to.
Almost allNearly every eye in the rooms followed him, and as he hurried along, Antony even took the time to straighten his slightly disheveled clothes that had been caused by the crowd's pulling at him.
Soon, with a respectful expression, Antony arrived in front of William with a respectful expression. Everyone had thought William was from an , who they considered to be from the impoverished area. He smiled and greeted him. , ""Mr. BrownW, what are you doing here Mr. Brown? Why didn't you tell me in advance so I could be prepared?""
Antony was quick-witted. William had instructed him not to expose his true identity earlier not to expose his true identity.
Upon discoveringWhen he discovered William's true identity, Antony immediately changed his tone and referred to him as Mr. Brown. He even personally poured William a drink to show his respect, behaving in a very courteous manner.
Thatis scene shocked everyone present. They were speechless with surprise. One of the most influential figures in New York, a prominent individual, was personally pouring a drink for a poor person from the impoverished district. Thatis completely shattered their preconceived notions, and silence fell over the scene."