A Bumpy Road to Power

I don't know how long I've been unconscious.

When I woke up, the first thing that came into view was Deborah Hughes' stunning face.

"You're awake?"

The worry on Deborah Hughes' face instantly lessened.

She leaned in and asked with concern.

"This... where is this?"

Dirk Carter struggled to prop himself up to sit.

But the soreness throughout his body made him give up.

The surroundings didn't resemble a hospital, so he was somewhat uncertain.

"You're still at the rehabilitation center."

Deborah Hughes said.

Rehabilitation center?

Looking around, the entire room was as luxurious as a five-star hotel suite. However, the view outside the window confirmed to Dirk Carter that Deborah Hughes was telling the truth.

"The doctor said you've exhausted your strength quite severely, and you've got soft tissue contusions all over. Thankfully, no bones were injured. After a period of rest, you'll be fine."

Deborah Hughes said.

Dirk Carter nodded.

Staring into Deborah Hughes' eyes, he asked, "Those two people..."

Deborah Hughes naturally knew what he was asking about.

She said mournfully, "They're both dead."

At that moment.

Dirk's heart felt as though it was being stabbed, sharp and unbearable pain.

On the way there, he had told Boyd Linden that they both must come back safely. Unexpectedly, not long after arriving in Argentum, Boyd Linden was gone.

Thinking about how they used to bicker.

Dirk's heart was filled with regret.

He sighed deeply.

Exerted force again with his arms and body.

This time, with Deborah Hughes' help, he finally sat up.

Just as he was about to get out of bed.

Deborah Hughes asked, "What are you doing? The doctor said you can only lie down, not move."

"I… I want to..."

"Don't think about it. The two bodies have been taken away by the police. With such an incident happening at the rehabilitation center, a lot of people came. Now you can't go anywhere. It's safer to stay here. Don't worry, the Houseman Family can't find you for now."

This statement gave Dirk Carter a slight sense of relief.

However, his purpose in coming to Argentum was not just this.

After a pause, he said, "Nevaeh, I want to meet with your grandfather."

Deborah Hughes' face showed a trace of difficulty.

She said, "Grandfather's condition is very serious now. The doctor said he doesn't have much time left. He's in the intensive care unit. Not even us can go in to see him, let alone talk to him."

"Then… what about your two aunts?"

"I've already called my aunt. She's on her way."

Deborah Hughes said.

Hearing this.

Dirk let out a breath of relief.

He said, "I can't meet with her here. You need to take me out."

"What are you trying to do? I've said this place is very safe. The Houseman Family wouldn't dare to act recklessly here. Rest assured, with me here, they can't touch you."

Deborah Hughes said.

Dirk Carter shook his head.

He said, "If Elihu Houseman was fine, that might be true. But now that Elihu is dead, the Houseman Family is capable of anything..."

Dirk's words were not mere alarmist talk.

Elihu Houseman was the eldest grandson of the Houseman Family.

His status was quite different.

Even though it was deserved.

But knowing the Houseman Family's nature, they wouldn't let it go.

Indeed it was so.

While Dirk Carter was unconscious.

The news of Elihu's sudden death reached Riverton State.

At that time, Jethro Houseman was lying on the garden's deck chair sunbathing.

Elston Houseman was sitting nearby brewing tea.

When the subordinate rushed in, he even tripped, startling Jethro Houseman from his nap.

Elston Houseman was about to hurl insults.

The subordinate hadn't even gotten up, frantically shouting, "The young master is dead... the young master is dead..."

At that moment, Elston Houseman didn't immediately link it to Elihu Houseman.

He confusedly asked, "What the hell are you talking about? Which young master is dead? Can you clarify?"

But Jethro Houseman suddenly sat up, asking, "What did you say? Elihu is dead?"

The subordinate, with a grief-stricken expression, nodded and repeated, "Young Master Elihu is dead, Young Master Elihu is dead..."

With a crash.

The cup in Elston Houseman's hand fell to the ground and shattered.

He seemed to go mad.

Rushing to the subordinate, he grabbed his collar and yelled, "What nonsense are you spouting? How can he be dead? How is it possible for him to die?"

The subordinate tearfully recounted the events.

Elston Houseman collapsed to the ground, eyes dull, heart ashen.

Jethro Houseman was the same.

Brow furrowed.

It was clear he was also deeply saddened.

After all, Elihu was his eldest grandson.

"What about Dirk Carter?"

After a moment of thought, Jethro Houseman asked.

The subordinate shook his head, saying, "Our people have all been restrained; this message was sent by someone from the rehabilitation center. The entire place is sealed off, allowing entry but no exit."

"So, Dirk Carter is still within the rehabilitation center?"

Jethro Houseman asked.

After the subordinate nodded.

Elston Houseman climbed up from the ground and headed straight for the door.

Jethro Houseman commanded, "Elston, stop. Where are you going?"

"I'm going to kill that bastard Dirk Carter. Damn him, even dared to kill my son, I'll kill his entire family!"

"Stop!!"

Jethro Houseman roared.

Elston Houseman lamented, "Dad, my son is dead, and you're not going to let me do anything about it?"

"Of course, something needs to be done, but not by you. Stay here and don't make a move. Leave his family alone for now. We can't cause a big commotion in Veridia City's territory. Let the second handle this."

"Dad..."

"Do as I say. Think about the bigger picture. All those chaotic accounts will be settled one by one after this matter concludes!"

That statement.

Jethro Houseman gritted his teeth as he spoke.

Although Elston Houseman felt torn apart.

His father was right; the bigger picture needed to be considered.

Otherwise, the Houseman Family's carefully devised plot would be ruined, wouldn't it?

"Call the second brother, have him take people to the rehabilitation center. I don't care what methods he uses, he must bring Dirk Carter out."

Jethro Houseman directed the subordinate.

The subordinate nodded.

Scrambling, he left.

Then.

Jethro Houseman picked up the phone from the side table and dialed a number.

It didn't take long.

The call connected.

"I'm Jethro Houseman..."

Jethro Houseman said briefly.

Then repeated the information his subordinate brought.

The person on the other end seemed shaken as well.

Unable to speak momentarily.

Jethro Houseman continued, "If nothing unexpected has happened, Dirk Carter should be in the hands of your family. I've already sent my second son over, you go too. If your family doesn't cooperate, don't blame me for being rude."

With that.

Jethro Houseman hung up the call immediately.

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