Chapter 103 The Rise of the Lewis Family
"It makes me so mad." Larry kicked a chair in frustration at Mortal Clinic.
Frank sat nearby, smoking a cigarette. He glanced at Larry, surprised. He'd never seen Larry like this before.
Frank thought, 'In the past, Larry's anger meant a bloodbath for his enemies. Now, he is just kicking chairs. Is this what love did to a man? has falling in love softened Black Dragon's temper?'
"Come on, Mr. Bennett, have a cigarette." Frank handed him one.
Larry took it, picked up the chair he had kicked, and sat down. "Frank, why are there so many shameless people? This was clearly resolved because of me, and it has nothing to do with the Ortiz family..."
Frank, after hearing the whole story, didn't know how to react.
"Mr. Bennett, you can only blame yourself for being too naive. If you had revealed your identity, the Lewis Family would have come to curry favor with you. Plus, the Ortiz family has someone working as a secretary for the general. No wonder they believe Chris over you."
"That makes sense, but I'm furious. I've never felt so unfairly treated."
"Frank, find out the name of the Ortiz family's secretary for the general. Call Free King and have him fired." Larry stopped himself, saying, "Wait, not yet."
It shouldn't end so easily.
"Send someone to host the Lewis Family and ensure their safe arrival at the Imperial Residence for the birthday party." Larry revealed a wicked smile.
"Mr. Bennett, you've changed," Frank said, glancing at Larry.
The old Larry would have taken direct action.
Now, Larry was scheming and framing the Lewis Family over a minor grievance.
Larry glared at Frank. "This is Sunset City, a peaceful place. I've told you many times, you can't use the same methods here as in Southwild."
Frank retorted sarcastically, "Someone was killing people before, first the Ella Group, then the Majestic Union..."
Larry shot him a stern look.
Frank immediately shut up.
Larry took a drag of his cigarette, smiled awkwardly, and said, "That was because of Chloe's incident. I lost control of my emotions. Such things will never happen again."
"I'll make the arrangements."
Larry, with nothing else to do, stayed at Mortal Clinic.
Today was definitely a day worth celebrating for the Lewis Family.
The 80th birthday party of Victor from the Lewis Family had spread throughout Sunset City.
"What? Hosting a birthday party at the Imperial Residence?"
"Is Victor that influencial?"
"I heard the Imperial Residence belongs to some big shot, possibly Free King."
People in Sunset City were all talking about it.
The Lewis Family had reissued invitations, so many notable people in Sunset City had received them.
In a flash, it was the night before Victor's 80th birthday.
At the Lewis Family's mansion.
Victor smoked a cigarette and looked at Chris. "Chris, tomorrow is my 80th birthday. Can you get Daniel to attend my birthday party? I've sent out many invitations, mostly to business moguls, but no one from the military or political circles. I need a big name to support me."
"Grandpa, I'll call and ask, but I can't guarantee anything."
"Alright, Chris, thank you so much."
Chris immediately made a call. "Uncle Daniel, it's Chris. Are you available tomorrow? It's my wife's grandfather Victor's 80th birthday. The party is at the Imperial Residence built by the Five-State Business Alliance. Grandpa wants to invite you for a drink. Can you come? What? The General is coming too? Great!"
After the call, Chris's face was flushed with excitement. "Grandpa, Daniel said he will be there on time tomorrow and that the General from the Neon City military district will come. He is the top officer in the Neon City military district, a one-star general, on par with Free King's subordinate Howard."
Victor burst into laughter. "A general will come to celebrate my birthday. This birthday party will make me highly esteemed in Sunset City, and even in the Five-States."
Tomorrow, everyone would know his name. This was the first step for the Lewis Family to enter high society, and it was a big one.
The next day was definitely a sensational day for Sunset City. Because the head of a second-rate family, Victor, was hosting his birthday banquet at the renowned Imperial Residence.
Imperial Residence was extremely famous in Sunset City. Even super-rich individuals didn't have the privilege to visit Imperial Residence.
Now, many big shots had received Victor's invitation, and they were curious to see what the legendary Imperial Residence looks like.
To host this banquet, Victor spent a lot of money. First, he put out four million dollars, then another six million dollars. In total, he spent about ten million dollars to host it.
Outside Imperial Residence was an open area.
A stage was set up, and some popular stars were performing energetically. If people didn't know what a banquet it was, they might think it was a luxurious concert.
Inside the Imperial Residence villa, there was a hall over 100,000 square feet.
Victor, dressed in a red suit and holding a cane, looked very dashing.
Other members of the Lewis Family were very excited, each one full of energy.
Chloe, wearing a stunning dress, became the center of attention.
"Legion Lord Leo presents a fine gift, wishing Victor a happy birthday." At the villa entrance stood a gorgeous receptionist. She was a popular star. The receptionist held a microphone and read out the gift list loudly.
As the voice echoed, many people in the villa hall turned to look.
They saw Leo, slightly overweight and in a suit, walking in with a loud laugh, "Victor."
"Mr. Evans." Victor personally walked over to greet him, grinning from ear to ear, "Mr. Evans, your presence alone makes me very happy, there's no need for gifts."
"It's nothing valuable." Leo laughed heartily, then looked around but didn't see Larry. However, he did see Chloe.
Leo didn't think much of it. With Larry around, He would actually feel uneasy.
"The chairman of the Lirena Group, Tom, has arrived, presenting a fine painting."
"Pavilion Restaurant's Samuel has arrived, presenting a string of pearl necklaces."
"Everlife Pharmaceuticals' Kelly has arrived, presenting ten boxes of herbal medicine for the elderly."
One big shot after another arrived.
These people were among the top figures in Sunset City, all bigwigs.
"Matthew, Dr. Rogers has arrived, presenting a health formula, wishing Victor good health." As the voice echoed, an elderly man walked in with a young woman.
This time, Victor had invited everyone he could.He didn't expect to be so respected, with so many big names showing up.He couldn't stop smiling.
Besides these famous figures in Sunset City, there were also many millionaires and billionaires.
These business owners were envious when they saw the big shots attending.
"Victor is so respected, and even Dr. Rogers is here."
"Yeah, I'm puzzled. How did a second-rate family like the Lewis Family suddenly be so admired?"
"Leo, Kelly, Tom, Samuel, Matthew, these are the top figures in Sunset City, and now they're all here to celebrate Victor's birthday."
"Sunset City's councilor Timothy has arrived, presenting $8.88 million in cash, 18 paintings, 38 antiques, 100 pounds of gold, and a Scenic Villas mansion."
The pleasant voice echoed in the Imperial Residence hall.
Hearing this, everyone held their breath.
What luxurious gifts. When did the Lewis Family get so close to the Five-State Business Alliance?
It was the Five-State Business Alliance! Even the Four Great Families were rejected when they applied to join.
Now, the Five-State Business Alliance's Sunset City councilor Timothy personally came to celebrate Victor's birthday and brought such generous gifts.
Everyone was stunned. They didn't know what was going on. But they knew that after today, the Lewis Family had risen.
With the backing of the Five-State Business Alliance, it would be hard not to become more powerful and influential.
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