The Clarke family.
“What? You still haven’t found out anything, only that someone injected 30 billion into Landview Inc.?” Isaiah Clarke was going crazy. He looked at his subordinates and wished he could kick them right away. What kind of nonsense is this? They only knew about the 30 billion injection, but they couldn’t find out anything else.
At this moment, other members of the Clarke family were also present.
“It seems that Landview Inc. has secured new investments. However, the audacity of this investor is remarkable. They know that we are determined to take over Stillwater, yet they dare to challenge us,” someone said.
“30 billion? They have some nerve.”
“But if they can come up with 30 billion, they must be close to their peak.”
Many members of the Clarke family chimed in.
In reality, if it weren’t for Robin Bailey’s wedding in three days, he could easily smash Clarke Inc. with 300 billion. However, there were a few more days to play with this group.
But they didn’t know.
They simply thought that Landview Inc. had brought in an investor, but they didn’t consider this investor to be particularly powerful. Otherwise, why wouldn’t they take this opportunity to completely crush Clarke Inc.?
“Young Master, now our Clarke Inc. and Landview Inc. are even again, and our allies are starting to waver. If this continues, the balance of power in Stillwater may tip,” a subordinate reported.
Clarke Inc. had an absolute advantage, so many groups sought to align themselves with them. However, now that Landview Inc. had risen, there was a possibility that their position might be shaken.
After all, Landview Inc. was the local leading powerhouse, respected to some extent in the area.
“I will figure out a solution for this,” Isaiah Clarke frowned. Then he left the room and made a phone call. “Rachel, hello, hello. Here’s the situation: we’re facing trouble in Stillwater, and the opposing side has secured a 30 billion investment… We’re deadlocked at the moment…”
Although Rachel’s last name was Harrison, the master behind her was surnamed Wilson.
Yes.
The Clarke family was a prominent clan in the South Province. However, the South Province was much poorer compared to other regions, especially the Wilson family, the top clan in the larger provinces. Therefore, the Clarke family surrendered to the Wilson family early on.
Or rather, the Clarke family was subordinate to the Wilson family.
They relied on the Wilson family’s protection to attain their current status.
“We’re aware of the situation. We’ll give you another 20 billion. If you can’t handle it with 20 billion, then the Clarke family can get lost. The Wilson family supports more than just your family,” the secretary relayed the message.
“Yes, yes, understood.”
Isaiah Clarke nodded repeatedly because he knew the secretary was telling the truth. Many small families were supported by the Wilson family. Isaiah Clarke continued, “By the way, I heard that Young Master Wilson’s legs have healed?”
“Yes,” the secretary replied.
Upon hearing this, Isaiah Clarke’s eyes lit up. Elijah Wilson, the crown prince of the Wilson family, was known to many. The reason he was exiled to the borderlands was because of his legs. But once his legs were healed, he would undoubtedly skyrocket.
The position of the head of the Wilson family was within reach.
Immediately, Isaiah Clarke hurriedly said, “Um, my wedding is in three days. I wonder if it’s possible to invite Young Master Wilson to Stillwater to attend my wedding.”
He knew it was unlikely, but he still held onto a glimmer of hope.
What if?
What if Young Master Wilson actually came?
If he could get in good with Young Master Wilson, the future of the Clarke family would be unimaginable.
“Hmph,” the secretary sneered. She had heard this request countless times before. Once people found out about Elijah Wilson’s healed legs, they would request his presence or invite him to events. Normally, she would reject such requests outright because Elijah Wilson wouldn’t attend.
This person was not idle or bored.
However, Isaiah Clarke understood the sneer and quickly said, “Rachel, I know you like Tang Dynasty paintings. Our family has an ancestral piece by Wu Daozi from the Tang Dynasty. I’ll send it to you right away.”
At least you understand.
Rachel felt somewhat relieved. The reason she didn’t hang up immediately was because she was waiting for this. She had dealt with Isaiah Clarke a few times and knew that he was reasonable.
Immediately, Rachel said, “Wait, I’ll consult with the young master.”
“Yes, yes, understood,” Isaiah Clarke quickly responded.
Meanwhile, Rachel headed towards Elijah Wilson’s office. After all, she had received the money and had to handle the matter. However, she also knew that this topic would annoy Elijah Wilson, so she went straight to the point when she entered, “Chairman, Isaiah Clarke from Stillwater has invited you to attend his wedding in three days.”
She kept it concise.
She was prepared to finish speaking, and if Elijah Wilson shook his head or waved his hand, she would leave.
And just as she had imagined, as soon as Elijah Wilson heard the word “wedding,” he furrowed his brow. With his high status and numerous responsibilities, why would he attend a wedding? He didn’t even know who Isaiah Clarke was.
“Chairman, I’ll go reject him on your behalf,” the secretary realized and immediately prepared to leave.
However, suddenly Elijah Wilson said, “Wait a moment.”
“Chairman,” the secretary paused, turned around, and looked at Elijah Wilson with surprise.
“Repeat what you said earlier,” Elijah Wilson said sternly.
“Stillwater, the Clarke family… in three days…” the secretary repeated.
Then, at that moment, three days later, Elijah Wilson waved his hand and said, “I will go.”
“Go?” The secretary was stunned, but he didn’t dare to ask for an explanation. This person had a high status. Immediately, he left.
Meanwhile, Elijah Wilson muttered to himself, “Stillwater in three days… it’s Robin Bailey’s wedding.”
He remembered.
Stillwater in three days happened to be Robin Bailey’s wedding, and he had to attend.
He needed to prepare a grand gift as well.
However, the secretary misunderstood. He thought Elijah Wilson asked him to repeat the words to make sure he heard the name Isaiah Clarke clearly. So he immediately went back and said, “Mr. Clarke, I don’t need the painting anymore. I only ask that you take care of me a little when you become successful.”
“What? You don’t want the painting?” Isaiah Clarke didn’t understand and thought something was wrong. He quickly asked, “What happened? Did I offend Rachel?”
“You didn’t offend me. It’s the young master, Mr. Wilson, Young Master Wilson. He agreed to come to Stillwater for your wedding. He even made me repeat your name twice just to make sure he heard it clearly. It’s true. Once you succeed and the young master takes notice of you, specifically coming to your wedding to show support, the Clarke family will soar to new heights. In the future, you must take care of me a little,” Rachel said.
When Rachel spoke, Isaiah Clarke’s mind went blank.
“Really… really?” Isaiah Clarke still hadn’t fully processed the news.
“Really, I assure you,” Rachel confirmed.
“We… the Clarke family… has been noticed by Young Master Wilson… I… I…” Isaiah Clarke was trembling with excitement due to this news.