Chris Shelby spoke indifferently, “It’s nothing serious. David tried to bribe me with money to stop me from interfering in the affairs of Jefferson Village. When I refused, he poisoned my drink and sent dozens of thugs armed with machetes to kill me…” After hearing Chris Shelby’s account, everyone’s expression drastically changed. A chill of fear ran through the crowd. No one had expected David to be so ruthlessly insane! Had Chris Shelby not been so powerful, David might have succeeded.
Harold Jefferson said furiously, “Mr. Shelby, this David dares to attempt your life; he truly knows no bounds. I will personally kill him!” Stewart sighed lightly and added, “I never imagined David could be so cold-hearted and brutal. You know, Mr. Shelby has been a great benefactor to our Jefferson Village. For him to attack you… he’s nothing but a beast!”
Chris Shelby’s expression darkened as he said, “For me, killing David isn’t the issue. The problem is what to do about the chain of interests behind him after he’s gone. That’s why I’m sparing David’s life for now-to unearth and eradicate the entire network behind him. When the time comes, the law will not let him escape justice.”
Stewart looked gravely and said, “Mr. Shelby, the truth is that the real power behind David is the Overlord of Greensands. But taking down the Overlord, who controls the lives of tens of thousands, is no easy task.” For an honest farmer like Stewart, the Overlord of Greensands was a figure of immense stature. In his view, removing the Overlord was as difficult as reaching the heavens.
Chris Shelby just smiled and didn’t comment. To someone like Stewart, the Overlord of Greensands seemed a figure of immense power. But to Chris Shelby, he was no different from an ant. Chris Shelby took out his phone and made a call to Tiger. “Tiger, there is something I need you to handle…” Afterward, Chris Shelby briefed Tiger on the situation in Jefferson Village.
On the other end of the phone, Tiger responded with respect, “Commander, rest assured, I will complete the mission. Whether it’s a tiger or a fly, if they oppress the people, they will pay a heavy price!” After hanging up, Tiger did not hesitate and immediately led the newly trained East Coast Guards towards Jefferson Village. There was no need for the Death Guards to handle a minor Overlord like the one of Greensands. It was a good opportunity for the East Coast Guards to gain experience and grow.
This time, whether it was Greensands or Jefferson Village, all the pests were to be eradicated! Meanwhile, Greenie, David’s daughter and the wife of the Overlord of Greensands, had just returned from Greensands. As soon as she arrived home, she found her father and brother lying on the ground. Greenie hurried over and shouted, “Dad, what happened?” David slowly opened his eyes.
After waking up and surveying his surroundings, David’s face turned pale and he said, “This is bad, Chris Shelby is gone!” David looked extremely distressed. He had originally intended to kill Chris Shelby. Instead, not only did Chris Shelby survive, but all the thugs David had hired were killed by him. Moreover, both he and his son had been injured by Chris Shelby, who had mercifully spared their lives.
“Dad, what exactly happened?” Greenie asked, puzzled. David gritted his teeth and replied, “It’s all because of that bastard Chris Shelby. Ever since he came here, our good days are over.” David then recounted the entire incident. “This Chris Shelby is so bold, daring to bully our family!” Upon hearing this, Greenie’s expression turned extremely grim.
Evan gritted his teeth and said, “Dad, should I gather some people to kill Chris Shelby?”
“Get out of here!” David cursed angrily upon hearing this. “With Chris Shelby’s strength, do you think you few can kill him? You’d be sending yourselves to your deaths instead.”
Tonight, David had a profound experience of Chris Shelby’s capabilities.
David was well-prepared tonight.
He had not only prepared poisoned wine but also set up an ambush.
Yet, not only did they fail to kill Chris Shelby, but they also suffered heavy losses.
Continuing to confront Chris Shelby directly would undoubtedly lead to their deaths!
Upon hearing this, Evan’s face showed deep frustration.
David’s expression was also very grim. Although he did not know why Chris Shelby had spared him this time, he knew that once the opportunity arose, Chris Shelby would definitely make his move!
And what awaited him then would be his demise!
Thinking this, David clenched his teeth.
No matter what, he must not let Chris Shelby leave Jefferson Village alive.
David said to Greenie, “Daughter, go to Greensands and inform your husband. Let him handle this.”
Greenie frowned and asked, “Dad, is this Chris Shelby really that formidable? Does my husband really need to handle him personally?”
Her husband was the leader of Greensands, a figure who held supreme power there. Was it necessary for him to personally deal with a foreigner?
“Sigh,” David sighed lightly, “Daughter, our entire family’s lives are in your hands now. Only your husband, the leader of Greensands, can save us. Otherwise, we are all headed down a path to certain death!”
Seeing the gravity of David’s words, Greenie hesitated for a moment, then nodded, “Dad, I know what to do.”
Without further hesitation, Greenie had someone drive her back to Greensands.
Watching his daughter leave, David could not help but breathe a sigh of relief.
Now, David could only pin all his hopes on his daughter.
He hoped that the leader of Greensands would come and save his life.
Otherwise, with his own strength, he was no match for Chris Shelby!
…
The next day, Greenie returned to Greensands.
The leader’s mansion in Greensands was the most luxurious building in the whole area.
Samons, the leader of Greensands, was over fifty years old.
“My dear, I have something to tell you…”
Before Greenie could finish, Samons, smiling warmly, said, “My dear, let’s talk about it over here.”
“This…”
Greenie hesitated, then walked over.
“My dear, I’ve missed you so much!”
Samons laughed playfully, pulling Greenie into his arms.
Greenie was only in her twenties, while Samons was already over fifty.
When Samons first saw Greenie, he was instantly attracted to her.
To be with Greenie, Samons did not hesitate to divorce his first wife and marry Greenie.
“Husband…”
“Shush, let’s get some physical exercise first!”
Afterward, the room was filled with playful, bashful noises.
Meanwhile.
Boom!
A loud explosion shook Jefferson Village, causing the ground itself to tremble.
Chris Shelby and others quickly ran outside.
Marie, looking anxious, asked, “Mr. Shelby, what happened?”
Chris Shelby looked towards the distance and saw a huge plume of dust rising into the sky.
Nearby, Harold Jefferson frowned and said, “Could it be that someone’s house collapsed?”
Suddenly.
Chris Shelby’s expression changed drastically, and he exclaimed, “No, it’s the coal mine that collapsed!”