Chapter 173 Trouble Comes Knocking
Larry ignored Percival at the auction and bid against him for the precious medicinal herbs.
The precious medicinal herbs were crucial for the upcoming Sunset City Medical Competition. To defeat Matthew and earn the title of a miracle doctor, Percival had to rely on these valuable herbs.
He sought out the help of a prominent family in Neon City, the Nightshade family.
The Nightshade family's status in Neon City was second only to the Martinez family, making it a mighty family as well.
Percival was also a renowned doctor and a lifesaver to the head of the Nightshade family. Yesterday, he went to the Nightshade residence and mentioned the herbs. The Nightshade family immediately expressed their support for him and promised to retrieve the herbs.
The eldest son of the Nightshade family's leader, Emrys Nightshade, personally accompanied Percival to the Martin residence, along with Ambrose Fairchild, a big shot from the gang that Percival had sought out.
Ambrose got involved with gangs in his early years. Now he had started a legitimate business and opened a security company in Neon City. The hundreds of people accompanying them were all from his security company.
When Percival, Emrys, and Ambrose arrived, the Martins were stunned.
Larry frowned and muttered, "Why is Percival here?"
Chloe also had a worried look on her face. She knew Percival. Last night at the auction, he had some conflict with Larry, and she knew he wasn't here with good intentions. She held Larry's hand, her expression full of concern. "Honey."
Larry reassured her, "It's okay, let's see what happens."
Rowan personally stood up to greet them with a smile. "What brings you here?"
"Emrys?" Kian recognized Emrys as a billionaire businessman. Although he had never met him, he still recognized him.
Cassian also recognized Emrys. He didn't expect a billionaire to come to the Martin residence.
"Isn't that Ambrose, the leader of SentinelShield Security?" Kian recognized another person.
"Isn't that Percival?"
"Which Percival?"
"The Percival, a doctor whose skills are on par with Dr. Rogers, also a world-renowned miracle doctor."
The Martin slowly recognized the visitors.
Solene also heard these voices. Knowing that these were all big shots, she couldn't stop smiling.
"Thank you for coming to celebrate my birthday. I am truly honored." Solene also went to greet them. However, just as she stood up and was about to approach them, she was blocked by the accompanying bodyguards.
Percival's expresssion was somber as he said, "Birthday celebration? You think too highly of yourself. I'm here today to settle some scores."
Solene's face stiffened.
Rowan couldn't help but ask, "Scores? What scores? What scores does the Martin family have with you?"
Kian stepped forward with a smile and said, "Percival, Emrys, Ambrose, I am Kian Martin..."
Before he could finish speaking, one of the accompanying bodyguards kicked Kian, and he fell to the ground.
At this moment, the Martins realized that these people were not here to celebrate but to cause trouble. However, they were all puzzled as to how the Martin family could have offended these big shots.
Percival pointed at Larry and said coldly, "Get over here and apologize."
Everyone turned to look at Larry. At this moment, they understood. It was Larry who had offended these big shots.
Under many gazes, Larry walked step by step to Percival, looking nonchalant, and said, "What are you doing here? I advise you to leave quickly, or you won't be able to leave later."
Before Percival and the others could say anything, Maria walked over and directly scolded Larry,"You useless fool, what did you do to offend these big shots?"
As she spoke, she raised her hand to slap him. Larry instinctively dodged.
Chloe walked over, pulling Maria aside, and persuaded, "Mom, this isn't Larry's fault. It's Percival who wants the herbs, but Lucy gave them to me. I didn't expect him to be so petty."
Hearing this, Percival burst into laughter. "Yes, I am that petty. So what? Hand over the herbs, and I'll beat Larry up. Also, you are to accompany me for three matters, and then only will I consider this matter settled. Otherwise..."
He glanced around at everyone present. In a cold voice, he said, "Otherwise, the Martin family is done for."
Emrys stepped forward and said, "I can confirm that Percival has the backing of the Nightshade family. If you don't do as Percival says, the Nightshades will be the first to crush the Martins. I guarantee the Martin family will go bankrupt within a day."
Ambrose also said, "If you don't do as Percival says, I can guarantee that the Martin family will suffer in Neon City. My security company has 30,000 employees who will constantly cause trouble for the Martin family."
Hearing this, the Martins' expressions fell. They couldn't afford to offend these people. If these people wanted to ruin the Martin family, they would indeed be screwed.
"Useless fool," Solene scolded with a stern expression, "What are you waiting for? Hurry up to apologize."
As she spoke, she pointed to the herbs on the table, her face full of respect. "Percival, the herbs are right here. If you need them, take them. This whole matter was caused by Larry; it has nothing to do with the Martin family."
"Solene, what are you doing?" Rowan looked extremely displeased. He was a soldier and despised those who bullied the weak and feared the strong. He knew the whole story. Larry was not at fault. It was Percival who was too petty.
Rowan said, "Percival, the herbs were a gift from Pillar Pharmacy to Chloe, yet you bring a bunch of people to cause trouble. I don't believe you can do anything to the Martin family."
Percival laughed loudly. "My word is law. Today, Larry must be beaten up, and Chloe must come with me. Otherwise, the Martin family is screwed."
The Martins were all intimidated by the hundreds of security guards and didn't dare to speak.
Only Cormac stood up, his expression somber. "What do you think you're doing? I'm the captain of the SWAT team. Leave the Martin residence immediately, or I'll call the police."
As a SWAT officer and a captain, Cormac had a sense of justice. As soon as he spoke, his family members stood up. They grabbed him and pulled him to the back, scolding, "Cormac, what are you doing? This is Larry and Chloe's problem. Why are you getting involved? Do you know who these people are? This is Percival, and he has the backing of the Nighshades. Their power is beyond your imagination. Do you want the Martins to be destroyed?"
Seeing this, Percival laughed. He had thoroughly investigated the Martin family. To ensure everything went smoothly, he had sought out Emrys and Ambrose.
With these two involved, the Martin family wouldn't dare to help Larry. If they did, they would face retaliation from the Nightshade family.
With a little interference from the Nightshade family, Cormac's career would be over.
"Chloe, Larry, this is your problem. You solve it yourselves. Don't involve the Martin family."
"Yes, it's your problem. Don't involve the Martin family."
"Percival, this has nothing to do with the Martin family."
The elders of the Martin family began to speak, distancing themselves from the situation.
The Lewises all looked serious. Only Larry remained calm.
"It's pretty lively here." At this moment, another voice came from outside the Martin residence.
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