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Jonathan’s eyes snapped wide.
*Ashton, you mean we’re meeting that Mr. Chavez from Kinston’s contacts?”
Ashton grinned approvingly.
“Bradley’s right. Chavez’s the real deal–experts like him don’t just network; they unlock doors. If we want to hit N.L. City without Cassius sniffing our exhaust, he’s our golden ticket.”
Their intel wasn’t wrong: Cassius and Gemma’s relationship was… cordial.
Naturally, they needed caution.
Most crucially…
They believed guys like Cassius were short–term players.
His empire was a house of cards.
And now that the Ravens were tangled in national–security messes? His goose was cooked.
That’s why they chose now to invade N.L. City.
The territory Cassius once dominated…
Where Doltons couldn’t previously get a foothold…
Now with Cassius weakened, it’s open season for takeover.
This Mr. Chavez? The OG economist who built half the elite fortunes nationwide.
To put it bluntly every major family empire here owed him their first billion.
Get him on your side, and N.L. City? Checkmate.
“Fair enough.”
Jonathan nodded solemnly.
“You youngsters showing up with just Kaiya would look half–assed.”
“Your mother and I are coming too.”
Though Kaiya had never heard of Mr. Chavez, the adults‘ poker faces spoke volumes.
She bit back casual remarks.
Being dragged to this meeting?
Was this her audition for Heir–in–Training?
Three uncles,
Only the eldest was married.
Zero kids.
And crucially – none had heirs.
Her mother had long ensured those branches stayed… unfruitful.
Eventually, the entire Dolton empire would be hers.
Then she’d reign as the ultimate queen beel
Gemma burst out of the private booth and yanked open the door next door.
Shawn and Cassius were waiting.
Noah was already demolishing his fifth appetizer.
The kid froze when he saw her face.
‘Gemma! Did meanies hurt you?”
His puffed cheeks quivered like an angry pufferfish.
Gemma’s anger dissolved instantly.
“Nah. I ruined their day. Found their weak spots faster than you find your socks in the morning.”
From the jump, she’d tested their limits.
Quickly saw their true colors.
Better to bail early than waste years playing nice.
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“Gemma they’re icky! I’ll beat them up!”
The tiny avenger slid off his chair ready to lvs the Dolton clan.
Gemma scooped him up mid–launch,
“Truth hurts, but early medicine’s best.”
Shawn nodded vigorously.
“Totally! Now you can ghost them properly – the ultimate ‘it’s not you, it’s me‘ breakup.”
Gemma smirked. “Ooh, Mr. Boss knows his meme culture.”
Shawn rolled his eyes. “You’re turning into a meme.”
He nudged Cassius.
“Say something! Cas.”
Cassius slid a plate of wagyu beef across the table, in front of Gemma.
“Try it.”
Shawn, “???”
I said comfort her, not cater her!
But Gemma was already happily slicing meat.
Shawn, “…”
Someone get me out of here!
Noah, reassured that Gemma wasn’t crying, resumed his feast.
Shawn hadn’t come for the food.
He’d come for the drama.
But man, that beef did look good.
“Mr. Chavez? Here to join the party?”
But there he was–silver hair gleaming in the parking lot, a young guy jogging beside him with a baby.
The Doltons exchanged stunned looks.
Mr. Chavez, though not obscenely wealthy, moved in rarefied circles where influence trumped cash.
Protocol demanded they visit HIS turf.
Yet here he was – with precious grandson in tow!
That young man was his son, Juelz. With him, the baby was his grandson.
It’s said that the moment this child was born, he received blessings from all the big shots in the industry.
He was born with a gold spoon in his mouth.
Usually, Mr. Chavez treasured him like the apple of his eye and didn’t show him off easily.
Now, he’s actually bringing this child to greet them.
It seemed that Mr. Chavez still recognizes the influence of the Dolton family.
Thinking of this, Jonathan felt his back straighten a bit.
Kaiya and Ashton walked at the back, and she whispered.
“Uncle Ash, why did the old man of the Chavez family come in person?”
Ashton looked arrogant.
“Our Dolton family has been around for nearly a century, while the Chavez family owes its success to this old man.”
*Although Mr. Chavez holds a high status, our Dolton family has a long history and is considered senior. He’s respecting our legacy.”
The Dolton family was powerful and didn’t need to kowtow to anyone.
Now, with Mr. Chavez’s endorsement, their status in the circle would likely far surpass that of Mr. Cassius.
Kaiya was even more excited.
This meant the Dolton family would become even richer, and she would become even more powerful!
Then-
Mr. Chavez cut through the group like a laser, heading straight for the service counter.
Jonathan froze.
Then he caught up with him.
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After all, Mr. Chavez came in person to greet them. Should they really expect him to lower himself further?
The Dolton family should be more humble.
This is the family motto passed down for a hundred years in the Dolton family.
“Uh.. Mr. Chavez‘” Jonathan called.
“We have a private booth prepared.”
Jonathan smiled slightly, pointing to the private room they had just come out of.
Ashton stepped forward, blocking the path.
“Forgive my rudeness, sir! As a younger man, I should’ve greeted you properly. Let me-‘
Mr. Chavez stopped. His gaze swept over them, cold as a calculator. “Who are you? Please don’t block the way!”
Even though he was in a hurry, he maintained his composure, trying not to cause a conflict and waste time.
Ashton’s smile died.
This wasn’t a welcome. If Chavez wanted to meet them, he’d know their names.
Kaiya surged forward, grinning like a Chihuahua with a bone.
“Hi! I’m Kaiya Dolton! We’re SO thrilled to meet you.”
Her voice sparkled, radiating charm that’d melt steel.
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