Chapter 1331: Changes in Times

"I'll think about that and we can discuss it tomorrow."

Creston did not immediately agree to the idea; as the Family Head, he certainly considered more things than Banks.

No matter what, the Brown Family was one of the four major families in Apple City. If they were scared into fleeing by an assassin, how could they ever return and establish themselves again?

Early the next morning, Orlando arrived at the Brown Family early to discuss with Creston how to respond next.

"Family Head Creston, what should we do now? The opponent's assassin is truly too formidable, practically impossible to guard against. We haven't even seen a single shadow of them, yet someone dies every day.

If this continues, the Family simply cannot bear it.

Putting everything else aside, the Family members can no longer endure this boundless fear; it won't be long before they fall apart."

Creston did not immediately state his position. In fact, Orlando's difficulties were precisely the pressure the Brown Family had to bear.

After a moment of silence, he asked, "What do you plan to do?"

"I believe the most urgent task is to reconcile with Ye Bufan as soon as possible and end this war against an unseen enemy, otherwise the price we pay will be too great."

After Orlando finished speaking, he looked at Creston, secretly feeling fortunate that Ye Bufan had not acted against his Family alone, otherwise it would have been difficult to get the other party to agree to his suggestion.

"Alright, you go. Try your best to secure benefits for both our families."

Indeed, under immense pressure, even the strong Creston ultimately had to temporarily abandon his stance.

"Alright, I'll go now."

Having obtained the other party's agreement, Orlando no longer hesitated and rushed towards the Lawrence Family's castle.

Inside the Lawrence Family's hall, George, Feili, and Lu Banxia were sitting together.

"Father, I just received the latest news. Last night, important members of the Brown Family and Field Family were assassinated again."

Feili's delicate face was filled with excitement, "According to the information our people sent back, the opponent's assassin is elusive. Although the two families deployed their strongest forces for protection, they couldn't even see the other party's shadow.

Ultimately, despite their strict defense, two important members were still killed.

Now, both the Brown Family and the Field Family are under immense pressure. Their Family members are on the verge of collapse because no one knows

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who will be the next to die."

"Ye Dage is truly amazing!" Upon hearing this news, Lu Banxia cheered and excitedly said, "If this continues, I don't think it will be long before they come knocking on our door, begging for a peace talk…"

George was filled with shock upon hearing this. He never imagined that Ye Bufan could, by himself, pressure the two families to the point of gasping for breath. What terrifying power this was.

But just then, the butler hurried in: "Family Head, Orlando of the Field Family requests an audience."

"You certainly came quickly," George said. "Let him in to see me."

The butler acknowledged and went out. Feili excitedly said, "I never thought the tables would turn so quickly. Just a few days ago, they were playing games with us, and now they're already knocking on our door, begging for a peace talk."

George said, "The key is that Dr. Ye's move is truly too potent. Telling the other party that someone will be killed every day, and they can't stop it—no one can endure that kind of pressure."

As they were speaking, the butler led Orlando in from outside.

"Respected Family Head George, I've come to visit you."

Upon seeing the group, Orlando immediately approached with a beaming smile.

George, on the other hand, was much colder. He waved for the other party to sit down and said, "Family Head Orlando, why do you have time to come to my place today?"

Feili playfully examined Orlando's two dark circles under his eyes: "Mr. Orlando, why do you look a bit unwell?

Have you been staying up late recently? I'm telling you, staying up late isn't good, especially for an elderly person like you. Staying up late will really harm your body."

"Uh… I'll pay attention to that in the future. I'm old, and my sleep is never very good."

Orlando was indeed an old fox; he didn't react much to Feili's taunts.

George asked, "Mr. Orlando, I heard your Field Family has had many funerals recently. Why do you have time to come to my place?"

"Uh…" Orlando knew it wasn't the time to hide anything, so he could only speak frankly, "Mr. George, actually, the main reason I came this time is to talk to you about Mr. Ye Bufan.

After you left that day, I thought about it carefully. Dr. Ye's responsibility in this matter is indeed not great; killing Barkley was entirely a misunderstanding.

I think it's best for both of us to discuss it. After all, we're both in Apple City, is there anything that can't be discussed? Don't you agree?"

A cold smile appeared at the corner of George's mouth.

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"I remember you didn't say that at the time. Barkley was your most beloved Grandson, a talent of your Field Family. He's dead now, and you were very angry, unwilling to accept a peace talk."

Orlando swallowed with difficulty. These were all his words from that day, and he hadn't expected them to be thrown back at him so quickly.

There was no other way; circumstances were stronger than people. Under the coercion of Ye Bufan's invisible great sword, he could only choose to bow down and submit.

"Mr. George, I later realized the error of that thinking. The person is dead; there's no need to get entangled in this matter. It's better to resolve it as soon as possible, so I'm willing to talk peace with you."

A strange smile appeared on George's face: "Alright, I also believe that harmony brings wealth, and it's always best to discuss everything."

"Yes, we all live in Apple City; we see each other constantly. What is there that cannot be discussed?"

Orlando secretly breathed a sigh of relief when he saw the other party agree to a peace talk. He said, "My demands that day were indeed a bit high. How about this, we only want shares in Angel Pharmaceuticals, and we won't ask for the 10 billion usd."

George looked at him intently: "Orlando, have you inquired about the value of Angel Pharmaceuticals?"

"Uh… approximately… approximately 100 billion usd."

Even though Orlando was thick-skinned, saying this number still made him a bit awkward.

George said coldly, "In that case, do you think your Grandson Barkley is worth that much money? Even if he were made of pure gold, he wouldn't be worth that much, would he?"

"Uh… Family Head George, aren't we discussing this?" Orlando said sheepishly, "Uh, how about this? We only want 50% of the shares…"

Feili gave him a mocking look. At this point, this old fox still wanted to overcharge.

"Orlando, to be honest with you, Dr. Ye has already set the terms for the peace talk."

"Oh!"

Orlando felt a bitter pang in his heart. It seemed the other party had already figured out that he would eventually have to give in.

He asked dryly, "What did Mr. Ye say?"

Feili said, "10 billion usd, one manor, ten luxury cars, at least worth over ten million each."

Orlando hesitated for a moment, but finally said, "These terms are indeed a bit low, but to show our sincerity, our Field Family agrees."