Mountain Eagle didn't want to admit that he was there to collect a debt, but the reality was that as soon as he received Mr. Poincaré's phone call and sensed the old accountant's excited emotions, he himself also became ecstatic.

Those who had bet against him before seemed more pleasing to the eye now!

200 million US Dollars!

80 million from Bright Ladder, plus 120 million won from the bet, adding up to 200 million!

Li Chengji's so-called 'tomorrow' was actually now!

Los Angeles' early morning is the afternoon in Singapore, where the banks are all open!

The people of Arctic Fox fought battles all their lives, many died one after another, and only by a stroke of luck did they manage to land a few big contracts and scrape together a meager Arctic Fox retirement fund.

But Mountain Eagle made a clean 200 million in one night!

No, not exactly, Li Chengji also made 120 million...

The Big Sister, who spent most of her savings and good will for the position of president at International Intermediary Company, just took a gamble on Mountain Eagle and ended up not only recouping her losses but also making a huge profit.

Mountain Eagle knew that he couldn't directly receive the 200 million, as Li Chengji would have taken care of all the fees and commissions.

He didn't want to ask how much specifically, it was 'goodwill'. In the upcoming period, he needed to show a 'worldly' side after receiving goodwill, to help Big Sister clear the obstacles for her ambitious plans.

Big Sister really did a big favor, and Mountain Eagle needed to give equivalent reciprocation.

Mountain Eagle walked into the villa's gate…

Dress pants, leather shoes, white shirt, bullet-proof vest, the smell of gunpowder on his body along with the dust and bloodstains gave off an aura of lingering murderous intent.

The 'Breakup Master' Peggy, who also gambled heavily on Mountain Eagle, swayed towards him and then hung herself on his arm as if presenting herself as a gift...

"Do you need to take a shower and change clothes?

I can join you, warriors always need some physical rewards!"

Mountain Eagle looked at the boneless Peggy, gave Li Chengji an exasperated look, then straightened Peggy's shoulders with both hands, smiling and saying, "Thanks for your kind offer!

You are extremely sexy!

But as a man whose life and wealth are controlled by his wife, I must pretend I can't feel my inner excitement.

Don't be angry about my rejection!

Actually, I feel great internally because rejecting you greatly satisfies my fragile ego!

Leave me an address, and I'll send fresh flowers there every year on this day to remind myself that I did something truly remarkable."

The fragrant Peggy's eyes moistened, she placed her right hand on Mountain Eagle's chest, looked at him with a sorrowful gaze, and said, "Oh, you are not gentlemanly enough, you could reconsider after getting to know me better.

You've hurt my pride, I need compensation…"

Mountain Eagle sighed, casting a pleading glance towards Li Chengji...

Peggy was indeed quite interesting, her appearance was very close to that of the Black Widow from the movies, even with longer legs and a larger chest, but the heavy industrial trace on her face detracted a bit, making her expression seem a little off.

That's the risk of plastic surgery; not everyone can perform with just their eyes.

Li Chengji seemed to particularly enjoy seeing Mountain Eagle's slightly embarrassed look, she smiled and said, "Peggy made a lot of money today, it seems she wants to win even more."

Saying this, Li Chengji walked over and took Peggy's arm, smiling and saying, "Too bad you've picked the wrong target, a warrior returning bloodied from battle needs cheers, not to take a bath with a 'bomb'.

He is a stamp you can't get!"

Upon hearing Li Chengji hinting about Peggy's collecting habit, Mountain Eagle openly hugged this 'bomb' woman, saying, "Brave people enjoy the world first, being able to find your own place among a gang of underworld bosses surely takes incredible bravery!"

Peggy, with a sorrowful look, glanced at Li Chengji, then covered her mouth and giggled softly, saying, "Thanks for your compliment!

I have to keep being brave, finding someone to protect me has always been my wish, you've raised my standards a lot."

Saying this, she clasped her hands in prayer and looked at Mountain Eagle earnestly, saying, "Before I find my prince charming, if I run into trouble, could you protect me?"

Mountain Eagle grinned and nodded, saying, "No problem, I'll give you a 20% discount!"

Li Chengji, smiling, pushed the displeased-looking Peggy and said, "You're making more than those high-end divorce lawyers by now, it's only right to charge you some.

Otherwise, just hanging around with a bunch of gorgeous girls and young guys, making money by causing scandals with celebrities would make everyone too envious."

"Indeed, an old buddy of mine just committed a mistake every man makes and his young wife walked away with hundreds of millions of dollars," Mr. Veen, holding a cane, looked over Li Chengji, shaking his head saying, "Give me your card, my son is having a hard time, I need to remind him a bit, or maybe give him some help.

For people like us, divorce is like a war!"

Mountain Eagle watched as Peggy magically pulled a fragrant business card from her chest and handed it to Mr. Veen, smiling as he said, "I thought a prenuptial agreement was standard for wealthy marriages!"

Mr. Veen, with a stern look and his presbyopic eyes, glanced at the business card, then spoke to Mountain Eagle with the tone of someone who had been there before: "Not everyone is wealthy before they get married, and prenuptial agreements aren't always particularly effective.

Marriage is a wealth redistribution system with an exit mechanism, and the weaker party should be cared for.

Unfortunately, some people only appear strong, and some aren't as weak as they seem, so sometimes it's necessary for someone like Lady Peggy to step in and provide some balance.

I really regret that I only started paying attention to her a bit late…"

Mr. Veen's words made Peggy's face flush with excitement…

However, she knew she owed it to Mountain Eagle because Mr. Veen was here for him; he said so much, actually as a way to give her a little compensation for leaving.

The old man was extremely gracious, but he was too subtle in his actions…

Seeing Peggy still wanted to stay, Li Chengji gave Mountain Eagle a look, then whispered something in Peggy's ear before pulling her away toward others.

At that moment, Li Chengji truly became the host of the social scene…

Many people present were clients of David Dupont, but they were also clients of the International Intermediary Company.

When David Dupont made an embarrassing exit, none of them refused Li Chengji, who was about to become the rotating chairman of the International Intermediary Company.

Mr. Veen watched as Li Chengji and the others left, then sniffed slightly, looking at Mountain Eagle, and said, "I smell gunpowder and blood. That's how I came up when I was young.

You might not believe it, but smelling this, I actually feel a few years younger."

With that, Mr. Veen turned and gestured invitingly, saying, "Young man, would you like to chat with this old man?"

Mountain Eagle was quite okay with Mr. Veen…

Regardless of age, anyone who could maintain his composure and manners after being dragged out late at night and losing billions is worthy of respect.

Following Mr. Veen's steps, Mountain Eagle walked with him to a deserted reception area, sitting down on a sofa facing the swimming pool.

A young man in a black suit brought over a bottle of golden whiskey and two glasses with spherical ice cubes.

After getting permission from Mr. Veen, the young man poured the golden liquid into the two glasses.

Mr. Veen waved his hand signaling the young man to leave, then picked up a glass…

Mountain Eagle raised his glass to clink with the other, then put the glass under his nose to smell, and lightly tasted it…

"Wow, single malt whiskey, with a hint of crisp citrus and floral aroma, the distiller must have been a vibrant and romantic young man."

Mr. Veen paused in his drinking, looked at Mountain Eagle with a smile, and said, "This whiskey was brewed by my younger son, he indeed was a vibrant and romantic young man 20 years ago!"

Listening, Mountain Eagle remarked admiringly, "Then he must have been a great distiller!"

Mr. Veen shook his head and said, "No, he's dead, I killed him with my own hands…"

Seeing Mountain Eagle choked up, Mr. Veen waved his hand and said, "Nikolai was just as spirited and promising as you.

Unfortunately, he became too greedy, took money that wasn't his, and in the end, I had to kill him with my own hands.

Now, I only think of him when I drink…"

Mountain Eagle frowned and said, "I'm not sure if I misunderstood, but are you implying something to me?"

Mr. Veen raised his glass, clinked with Mountain Eagle, took a sip, and said, "I am just telling a tragic story of the Veen family, it has nothing to do with you.

Unless you think you took money you shouldn't have, it's just a story!"

Mountain Eagle drank his whiskey in one gulp and then poured himself another…

"This story is a bit heavy, I need another taste…"

Saying that, Mountain Eagle drank another glass of golden whiskey, then set down the glass, and said, "Besides the citrus and floral aromas, I didn't taste anything else.

I am someone who never takes money beyond his capacity, but I will still remember this whiskey's flavor.

Maybe I should collect a few bottles, so I can drink one when I'm getting ahead of myself."

Mr. Veen stared into Mountain Eagle's eyes for a dozen seconds, noting his confidence hadn't wavered at all…

The elder impressed, nodded and said, "To be young is truly wonderful!"

As he set down his glass, Mr. Veen looked at Mountain Eagle and asked, "Do you know what I do?"

Mountain Eagle spread his hands and replied, "You'll have to forgive my ignorance, beyond knowing that you are a gambling tycoon and everyone calls you Mr. Veen, I know nothing about you!

It's also my first time in the United States, not knowing such a significant figure like you is normal, right!"

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