Everyone present was seasoned and experienced; how could they be easily fooled? They knew that going to such a small place meant exile.
Away from the core circle of the Hinton family, it would be difficult to come back later.
Although the profits of the casino were considerable, the industries controlled by those present were much more valuable than this small gambling den.
They had no need to risk losing big for a small gain.
Seeing the expressions of the crowd, the head of the Hinton family immediately looked displeased.
Were they all so cautious that they wouldn’t take any loss? Even the casino yielded considerable profits.
At that moment, a young man stood up slowly and said, “Uncle, I’ll go.”
Seeing the young man stand up, the head of the Hinton family nodded in approval. “Good, Alfonso, you go.”
Alfonso Hinton, a direct descendant of the Hinton family, had influential parents within the clan.
However, unlike his father, Alfonso hadn’t inherited any of his abilities. Instead, he had indulged in all sorts of vices and was known as a playboy in Ofrustol City.
“I will not disappoint Uncle!” Alfonso said with a smile. Things that others avoided, he didn’t see any problem with.
He knew that this trip to Stresall would likely marginalize him, but he didn’t care. As long as he was happy. After all, he was just a playboy, not outstanding within the family. It was unlikely that he would ever manage the family business, and he had no ambition for it anyway.
So, for him, taking charge of the casino in Stresall was actually a good choice. He wouldn’t be constantly monitored by the elders of the family, and he would have a significant source of income. This was a great opportunity for him! Why would he refuse?
“Alfonso, I’ll leave Stresall to you, but that kid over there has some skills. To prevent any accidents, I’ll send someone with you!”
“Steve’s strength is among the top five within the Hinton family. With him by your side, Uncle can rest assured.”
“Thank you, Uncle!”
Alfonso was delighted. Steve Lester was one of the top fighters within the Hinton family, with peak strength in the Black Realm. With him around, Alfonso could act recklessly.
He pledged confidently, “Rest assured, Uncle. With me in action this time, I’ll make sure that kid who offends our Hinton family pays the price!”
Alfonso’s father sighed inwardly at his son’s lack of ambition and let it be.
He knew very well that his son was not cut out for anything great. Being a playboy all his life was also a good choice.
“Go ahead,” the head of the Hinton family waved his hand.
At the rental house, Emma’s eyes were red from cleaning the house, filled with grievances but also some worries.
Although she spoke harshly, she was soft-hearted. Her husband and daughter had been gone for so long; how could she not worry? If something really happened…
She glanced worriedly at the door. “Nothing major should happen, right?” she thought to herself. “If they return the money, those people shouldn’t bother them.”
But how could they come up with the money? The only way was to sell the restaurant, which Rashad had to do.
“Damn it, this has really put the children in trouble,” she muttered softly.
Emma was just an ordinary woman, but life had made her pragmatic. She might nag at Emery, but she would never abandon her husband and daughter.
As she was in turmoil, footsteps sounded at the door. Charlotte and the others were back, so she immediately concealed her worried expression.
“You’re back?” she said with a sarcastic tone, “I thought with all that debt, you wouldn’t make it back.”
Emery looked embarrassed; after causing such a mess, he really felt ashamed to see his family.