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00:00:00 Hi guys Kevin here listen to full episodes of instant Empire exclusively on the pocket FM app

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00:00:09 Kevin shook his head and smiled he didn't know what kind of surprise was waiting for him cook made it sound so mysterious

00:00:17 In the meantime, he would wait around in the display area on the first floor of the West Chicago International Group's headquarters

00:00:26 Kevin smiled and reassured cook. Okay. I got it Mitch Adriana's waiting for you. You should go see her

00:00:32 Okay, Kevin wait down here for a while

00:00:35 We'll go and get a surprise ready for you cook grinned and turned to leave for the third floor

00:00:41 Adriana Chicago headquarters was very large. The first floor was mainly used to display the latest products

00:00:49 Kevin spent a lot of time looking around it was a dazzling display

00:00:54 Some of these products are pretty cool. He thought to himself

00:00:57 Hey, I thought it was Kevin a familiar female voice startled him out of his reverie

00:01:04 Kevin turned his head to look the woman in front of him wearing a tight denim skirt that hugged her curves was Lily's friend Rachel

00:01:12 Rachel's husband used to be a department manager in one of the branches of West Chicago International Group

00:01:18 He was promoted the day before and was now the regional manager

00:01:22 So Rachel wanted to use this opportunity to enjoy herself in the headquarters and buy a new set of products in the display area

00:01:29 She certainly didn't expect to meet Kevin here. She said in a snarky tone

00:01:35 Kevin you came here by yourself

00:01:38 Let me remind you the things in West Chicago International Group aren't cheap

00:01:43 Can you afford it if you don't have enough money you should get out fast

00:01:48 They'll show you the door if you can't afford it and you'll be pretty embarrassed

00:01:53 Kevin kept on smiling

00:01:55 You don't have to worry about whether I can afford it or not

00:01:58 By the way, it seems you still haven't called me boss since we made the bet the other day

00:02:03 When Kevin brought that up Rachel snapped back at him stop showing off

00:02:08 I don't know what kind of scuzzy deals you made to get that money

00:02:13 Rachel's latest put down amuse Kevin no matter how I did it. I did it

00:02:19 Are you going to go back on your word?

00:02:21 As soon as he finished speaking a balding man with a slight paunch walked over and spoke to Rachel

00:02:28 Honey, what's wrong? Who is this?

00:02:31 It turned out that this man was Rachel's husband

00:02:34 Kevin silently sized him up and then looked back at Rachel. Well, he thought I guess opposites attract

00:02:42 Rachel pointed at Kevin and complained

00:02:44 Hubby, this guy is Lily's husband the one who married into the Jones family

00:02:50 He was being very rude to me and wanted me to call him boss

00:02:54 Rachel's husband was named Cody Hunter. He had quite a reputation for his violent temper

00:03:00 Hearing Rachel's complaint. He flew into a rage. He glared at Kevin

00:03:06 Who the hell are you you want her to call you boss? Who am I then? Are you my boss, too?

00:03:12 How about if I toss you out on your butt?

00:03:14 Kevin stared at the two of them in disbelief. Well, he thought to himself

00:03:19 I guess they're not so opposite after all somehow he managed to keep his calm

00:03:25 You have to know that this was your wife's idea

00:03:28 She said that if she lost our bet she would call me boss

00:03:33 As for me being your boss, I would never hire someone like you not even to clean my cat's litter box

00:03:40 This didn't help things and Cody yelled back you piece of shit. How about if I teach you a lesson?

00:03:47 Cody grabbed Kevin's collar and was about to punch him

00:03:51 Rachel watched with pleasure

00:03:53 Stop it a furious roar instantly stunned everyone including Cody

00:04:00 Cody stepped back and unclenched his fists raising his open hands in the air like he was surrendering

00:04:05 He looked at cook who was running toward him like lightning followed by Adriana who was right behind him Cody was stunned

00:04:14 Mr. Cook and president right what a nice up surprise

00:04:19 Cody dropped his hands and with a big smile on his face quickly went up to greet the two of them

00:04:25 Cook glared at him and brushed his hand away. Who the hell are you? Do you want to take a swing at me, too?

00:04:32 Cody was shaken. No, no, no, it was this man who was looking for trouble. I was just trying to scare him

00:04:39 You see, mr. Cook. I just got promoted. I'm Cody Hunter the new manager of the entire region

00:04:44 Of course, I wasn't going to hurt him. I'll get someone to kick him out right now

00:04:49 Cody knew that mr. Cook had a very good relationship with the company's president Adriana

00:04:54 Plus he knew how powerful the man was so he had to suck up to cook

00:04:58 Regional manager is it?

00:05:02 Adriana I think you know what to do

00:05:04 Cook was too tired to waste any more words with Cody. He was fine with leaving it up to Adriana

00:05:11 Adriana couldn't believe that Kevin was almost beaten up in her company headquarters. She turned to Cody and told him firmly I

00:05:20 Order you to go to the personnel office tomorrow and turn in your resignation. Don't let me see you here again

00:05:25 Without giving Cody another look she walked over to Kevin with a big smile and gave him a warm handshake

00:05:32 Kevin it's wonderful to finally see you again

00:05:36 Kevin smiled - and after a moment Adriana said oh, what the heck I'm gonna give you a great big hug

00:05:44 Kevin was thrilled to see Adriana success. You've done so well

00:05:49 And in such a short time, I'm so happy for you the excitement showed on Adriana's pretty face

00:05:56 Kevin this is all thanks to you all this wouldn't be here without you

00:06:01 She paused for a moment and continued come along with me. There are two more people. I want you to meet

00:06:08 Kevin was dying to know what the surprise was. He smiled and nodded. All right lead the way

00:06:16 Just if the three of them were about to leave together Cody and Rachel came to their senses and ran to catch up with them

00:06:21 President right president right I was wrong. Please. Give me another chance

00:06:26 The desperation showed on Cody's face if only he'd known that Kevin was so close to both the president of his company and mr

00:06:35 Cook he would have never been so rude to him

00:06:37 The most important thing for him now was to keep his job

00:06:42 Otherwise Adriana and mr. Cook could easily keep him from ever getting another job in Chicago after he was fired

00:06:48 Rachel was even more shocked than her husband

00:06:51 She couldn't understand how Kevin who had always been so weak and unimportant would know people as influential as mr.

00:06:58 Cook and Adriana

00:07:00 But she was smarter than her husband and knew of a better way to get her husband his job back for him

00:07:05 She forced a smile and took Kevin by the arm

00:07:07 She said sweetly

00:07:10 Kevin

00:07:12 boss

00:07:13 This was all my fault

00:07:15 You can call me whatever you want, but my husband finally got promoted to regional manager

00:07:20 I'm begging you. Please say a few words for him. Can you convince president right not to fire him?

00:07:26 Rachel had never thought that one day she would be asking Kevin for a favor like this

00:07:33 Kevin glanced at her. What did you just call me?

00:07:37 Rachel looked at the people around her. She couldn't believe she was doing this

00:07:41 Finally, she blurted out

00:07:44 Boss, I'm begging you. Please don't let my husband lose his job. Okay?

00:07:49 Hearing this made Kevin so happy. He turned his head and gave Adriana a smile

00:07:55 That isn't a bad apology

00:07:58 Besides it would be a lot of trouble for you to go out and find another employee on such short notice

00:08:03 Couldn't you let him go back to his old job for a while if he learns how to be a decent person he can go

00:08:08 up for promotion again

00:08:10 Adriana naturally followed his line of thinking

00:08:12 Since mr. Williams has said so you can continue working here in your previous position. Take it or leave it

00:08:20 Cody was overjoyed at this news. I'll take it. I'll take it. Thank You. Mr. Williams. Thank you president, right?

00:08:29 Rachel hurried over and gave Kevin a hug. She seemed as surprised at this as he was

00:08:34 Kevin pulled himself gently out of the hug and said, okay, that's enough

00:08:39 Adriana invited Kevin to walk with her. Come on Kevin. Let's go

00:08:44 Yes, let's go headed cook the three of them left together

00:08:49 They didn't bother to look back at Cody and Rachel as they walked out the front door of the headquarters

00:08:55 Cody turned toward Rachel and stared at her he growled you almost made me lose my job

00:09:00 Why didn't you tell me who he was?

00:09:03 After he finished speaking he turned around and left leaving Rachel standing there alone. She looked very embarrassed

00:09:10 Meanwhile, Adriana Kevin and cook headed to the chartreuse mill the largest bar in Chicago

00:09:17 Adriana and cook led him into the most sumptuous private room of the bar

00:09:22 The three of them had just sat down when two men with extremely excited expressions on their faces

00:09:28 Pushed open the door and walked in

00:09:30 Kevin

00:09:32 Kevin lifted his head from the drink menu and looked toward the door. He couldn't believe his eyes

00:09:37 Gilbert emo come in here you guys

00:09:40 Gilbert Rhodes and emo squire were comrades in arms

00:09:45 They had served together in the special forces and after they retired they became Kevin's personal bodyguards and martial arts instructors

00:09:53 They were extraordinary martial artists

00:09:56 Gilbert's mother had cancer back then and Kevin gave him over a hundred thousand dollars to help with expenses for her medical care and comfort

00:10:03 Unfortunately, she eventually passed away a while after that Gilbert and emo wanted to move on

00:10:09 So Kevin gave them money to help them out

00:10:12 So everyone in the room had at one time or another gotten help from Kevin. They owed their success to him

00:10:19 After Kevin's family had ostracized him. They all began to search for him. This was pretty much how they got to know each other

00:10:26 Gilbert spoke first

00:10:28 Kevin we've been looking for you for years. If only we'd thought of looking for you right here in Chicago

00:10:34 He sat down across from Kevin and looked at him in the eyes

00:10:38 The tough man looked like he was about to cry from joy

00:10:42 Kevin chuckled. It's really been too long Gilbert. I can't believe this is your bar. You've done pretty well for yourself

00:10:49 Gilbert smiled broadly when he heard Kevin's brace. He stroked his chin and laughed

00:10:55 Kevin chortled and shook his head when he saw this. You're still the same as before

00:11:00 You're a tough man, but deep down you're like a little boy. Are you starting to blush?

00:11:05 Everyone laughed so emo. What are you up to? Are you working together?

00:11:12 Kevin looked at his tall handsome friend who was wearing a black casual outfit

00:11:16 Adriana answered the question

00:11:19 Emo is doing very well. He runs a bodyguard company. His employees are a fine group of men and women

00:11:25 Kevin you can ask emo to arrange for protection if you ever need it

00:11:29 Emo laughed at the thought he looked very cheerful and easygoing not at all like someone who owned a bodyguard company at all

00:11:37 Instead he looked more like a college student

00:11:40 Kevin chuckled the way things have been going lately. I may take you up on that offer

00:11:45 After they talked and laughed for a while Adriana stood up and left the room a few minutes later

00:11:51 She came back with a gift box in her hand

00:11:54 Kevin we got you this gift almost a year and a half ago

00:11:58 We're so glad that we can finally give it to you in person. We really hope you like it

00:12:04 Taking the box from Adriana's hand Kevin looked at his four friends and slowly opened the box as he looked inside his eyes twinkled

00:12:12 Everyone waited to hear what he would hi guys Kevin here. Listen to full episodes of instant Empire exclusively on the pocket FM app

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00:12:34 Kevin was so excited. He held the box carefully in his hands

00:12:38 His eyes were glued to the beautiful antique signet ring in the box

00:12:42 It had an ancient aura and he couldn't take his eyes off of it

00:12:47 Cook and the others looked at each other their eyes filled with joy as long as Kevin liked this gift

00:12:53 Then all their effort had been worth it

00:12:55 Adriana leaned back on the sofa and explained it's all thanks to Gilbert and emo

00:13:02 They know what you like, especially your interest in antiques from the Middle Ages

00:13:06 They thought that this was appropriate because of all that you mean to us

00:13:10 Kevin looked at the ring for a long time before he carefully closed the box

00:13:14 He raised his glass and said I'm glad to have found you again my friends. Thank you so much. Let's have a toast

00:13:22 They stayed up and chatted well into the night

00:13:26 Because it was so late and they were in no shape to drive home Gilbert arranged for them to sleep in the chartreuse Mills VIP suite

00:13:33 This just happened to be the first time Kevin had spent a night away from home since he married Lily and when he woke up

00:13:40 The next morning Kevin didn't head home instead. He went straight to his office at Williams Media

00:13:46 After resting on the sofa in his office for a while Kevin began wondering if he should send a message to Lily

00:13:53 Just then his phone rang

00:13:55 Kevin saw that it was his mother-in-law Dorothy. He quickly sat up straight and cleared his throat to answer the phone

00:14:01 Hello, mom

00:14:04 Kevin I heard from Lily that you didn't come back all night. Where did you go?

00:14:08 Dorothy's tone was very gentle definitely more gentle than usual

00:14:12 Kevin couldn't help but raise his eyebrow

00:14:15 He was pretty sure she was being so nice to him because of everything that had happened at the Jones family celebration the day before

00:14:23 I'm okay. Thanks. I went to chat with my old friend for a while later on it got to be too late

00:14:28 So I slept at his place

00:14:30 Dorothy said I

00:14:32 Understand you haven't seen each other in a long time

00:14:35 So you must have had a lot to talk about by the way

00:14:39 Didn't I ask you to bring your parents here for a physical?

00:14:42 It just so happens that I have nothing to do for the next couple of days. How about tomorrow?

00:14:47 When he heard her bring the subject up again Kevin frowned he really didn't want his parents involved in all of this

00:14:54 Dorothy suspected that Kevin and Lily's trouble having a baby even by in vitro fertilization was

00:15:01 Inherited so she wanted to get his parents tested talk about awkward

00:15:06 Kevin thought about it and replied how about this after I bring my parents here tomorrow?

00:15:12 I'll pick up you and Lily to go and get another checkup to see what the problem is

00:15:17 He continued, but really Lily and I don't have any problem

00:15:21 I don't see the need for another physical and I definitely don't want to drag my parents into this

00:15:26 Dorothy was unhappy to hear this and was about to object but Kevin didn't give her a chance

00:15:31 Then it's decided let's go and get the physical together all of us, but I have to hang up now mom

00:15:38 I still have something to do talk to you later

00:15:40 After Kevin hung up he put down his phone and was about to rest for a while when someone knocked on his office door

00:15:47 Miss Wilson walked in wearing a light blue professional suit and Prada shoes

00:15:51 Sir Jason from the Jones family is here. He wants to sign the packaging contract for Brittany's debut with us

00:15:59 What do you think we should do?

00:16:01 Kevin responded in a very serious tone

00:16:04 He's here pretty early. Don't worry about him right now

00:16:07 Please contact the Jones family directly let them know that since they've ignored my previous instructions

00:16:14 Our agreement with them will be voided if they send him here again

00:16:19 If they want to continue to work with us

00:16:22 Then they must ensure that all corporate matters will be handled by Lily and Lily alone

00:16:27 Otherwise, we have nothing to talk about

00:16:30 Kevin felt a headache coming on so he closed his eyes and sat back on the plush sofa

00:16:35 He gently rubbed the space between his eyebrows

00:16:38 Miss Wilson nodded

00:16:40 So Jason will have to wait for the Jones family to inform him to leave

00:16:44 Yes

00:16:46 Jason sat for a long time in the first floor waiting room

00:16:49 Just as he was getting impatient and was about to go to the front desk for an update

00:16:54 He received a call from Grandma Jones asking him to head home

00:16:58 When he hung up the phone Jason had a puzzled look on his face

00:17:02 His grandmother had full confidence in him when he left this morning

00:17:06 Why did he feel that there was something wrong with his grandmother's tone just now?

00:17:10 He looked in the direction of the elevator again after waiting for another five minutes

00:17:16 It was obvious that nobody was coming to show him into the CEO's office

00:17:19 The only thing left for Jason to do was leave

00:17:22 In the old Jones family mansion the key players of the family were sitting in the living room

00:17:28 Trying to figure out how to handle all of this

00:17:30 One of his uncles was wondering out loud

00:17:34 Why are they doing this to us? Why do they prefer Lily to Jason?

00:17:39 After all her own company was about to close its doors until she got bailed out

00:17:43 I think the new CEO of Williams Media is a fool and sooner or later

00:17:48 Williams Media will be history

00:17:51 When Jason returned he heard from Grandma Jones that Williams Media was threatening to cancel their partnership with them

00:17:58 He immediately became furious

00:18:01 He couldn't understand why they seemed to have a grudge against him

00:18:04 It was fine if they didn't agree to his proposal, but why were they demanding to see Lily instead of him?

00:18:09 Grandma Jones looked at Jason who was flying into a rage and felt empathy for her grandson suffering

00:18:17 JJ please calm down

00:18:20 Your aunts and uncles are all here

00:18:22 Jason turned and looked at them. What do you all think about this a

00:18:27 Middle-aged man wearing an old-fashioned three-piece suit and glasses spoke first. He was one of Grandma Jones's nephews

00:18:34 Auntie why did the CEO of Williams Media choose Lily over Jason? What kind of relationship do they have?

00:18:41 The woman sitting beside him quickly continued

00:18:45 Yes, why don't we ask Lily to explain this if they really do know each other wouldn't that make it easier for us to work?

00:18:53 with Williams Media

00:18:55 one of the younger members of the Jones family a young man who usually hung out with Jason stood up and said

00:19:00 As I recall Lily said that she didn't get to see their CEO when she went to Williams Media

00:19:06 She must have been lying to us. I don't believe it. There must be something tawdry going on between them

00:19:12 Many of them started to whisper to each other when they heard him say this one of Jason's uncles added

00:19:18 Yeah, maybe Lily seduced him to smooth out the deal

00:19:23 Another piped up in her defense sort of

00:19:25 Dad useless husband of hers doesn't even have a job. Lily is such a strong-willed person

00:19:32 She has to do something to provide for her future

00:19:34 Listening to everyone's reaction Jason felt much better and began to smirk

00:19:40 Grandma Jones was upset but Lily was her granddaughter after all

00:19:44 She saw that everyone was attacking her more and more harshly and coughed twice the room immediately fell silent

00:19:52 We need to make a long-term plan

00:19:55 After all if they want to cancel our agreement, we won't have a chance in court if that happens. We'll be the ones to suffer

00:20:03 Grandma Jones was absolutely right

00:20:06 Williams Media was far more powerful than they were the Jones family had to give in

00:20:12 However, they decided that if Williams Media really wanted Jason out of the picture

00:20:17 It would be better to find someone other than Lily to be in charge of the negotiations

00:20:21 She had to be replaced because they just weren't sure of her relationship with the CEO

00:20:26 So Jason's cousin Matilda Jones was chosen to replace Jason

00:20:31 They all wanted her to take Lily's place and go to Williams Media the next day

00:20:37 While this was going on Kevin spent half a day at his office and then rode home on the new electric scooter that Miss Wilson

00:20:44 Had bought for him. There was no one at home and Kevin felt that it was too quiet

00:20:49 He tossed a snack in the microwave and relaxed a little then he took a nap until Lily came back that evening

00:20:55 Lily walked in took one look at Kevin's messy hair and wrinkled clothes and got a little ticked off

00:21:01 When did you get back? You didn't spend the whole day sleeping. Did you?

00:21:06 Of course not Kevin replied. I came back in the afternoon. By the way, did you get a call from grandma today?

00:21:13 Kevin stood up and got a glass of water for Lily who was sitting on the sofa

00:21:18 Lily looked at him strangely. No, why would she call me?

00:21:22 Kevin was a little annoyed at this. It seemed that grandma Jones still wasn't taking his words to heart

00:21:28 Still he looked very calm on the surface. It's nothing. I was just asking

00:21:34 Lily rolled her eyes when she thought about her family's deal with Williams Media being handed over to Jason. She got really teed off

00:21:42 Where did you go last night?

00:21:44 She asked Kevin thinking about how Kevin hadn't come home last night. Lily felt even more uneasy

00:21:50 She had so many things she wanted to ask him yesterday, but he never came home from the banquet

00:21:55 Kevin chuckled. I was just chatting with an old friend. It was too late night had a little to drink. So I just slept there

00:22:02 Old friend was it? Mr. Cook from the Whitsler Hotel?

00:22:06 Lily put down her glass and stared at Kevin. That's right

00:22:10 Kevin didn't want to hide anything from her. So he decided to tell her the truth

00:22:15 Lily was a little disappointed to hear his answer after thinking for a few seconds. She sighed leaning back on the sofa

00:22:22 She declared I don't know how you're such good friends with mr

00:22:25 Cook, but if you say you were chatting with him last night, then I guess I'll have to believe you

00:22:30 But Lily really wanted to know more

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00:22:53 Lily was still wondering how Kevin happened to know. Mr. Cook so well, it just didn't make sense to her

00:23:00 After expressing her doubts to her husband Lily paused for a moment and picked up the remote control to turn on the TV

00:23:09 What kind of person is mr. Cook anyway, why would such an important man have the time to chat with you for so long?

00:23:16 Kevin shrugged in reply. He really couldn't tell her not yet

00:23:21 Go and make me some spaghetti. Would you I haven't had dinner yet

00:23:26 Lily turned on a popular reality show and watched it while she swiped through some social media posts on her phone

00:23:34 Kevin answered sure Lily then he turned around and headed into the kitchen

00:23:40 He had just put the pasta in the boiling water when Dorothy got home

00:23:44 She saw Kevin cooking in the kitchen and she remembered what Kevin had said to her on the phone earlier in the day

00:23:51 Her expression turned very serious

00:23:53 Damn it

00:23:55 Dorothy groaned seeing that Kevin hadn't responded to her Dorothy kicked off her dress shoes and stomped across the room to sit down next to

00:24:03 Lily

00:24:04 Lily gave her a puzzled look. What's wrong? You look like you're mad at someone

00:24:09 Dorothy replied who else could it be?

00:24:12 Someone here doesn't know how to show gratitude

00:24:16 Dorothy motioned with her eyes towards the kitchen and Lily immediately understood Kevin had probably done something else to piss her off

00:24:24 Lily leaned in toward her mother and whispered. What's the matter? You can tell me mom. I'll have a talk with him if it helps

00:24:34 Dorothy noticed that Lily was whispering so Kevin wouldn't hear until recently

00:24:39 She didn't seem to care what her husband thought but Dorothy also realized that it was thanks to Kevin that Lily's company's financial

00:24:45 Crisis had been resolved so quickly

00:24:48 Sighing Dorothy patted her daughter on the hand. It's because the in vitro didn't work

00:24:54 I'm guessing that his family has some kind of genetic issue

00:24:57 I mentioned this to him and I asked him to bring his parents in for a checkup

00:25:03 Dorothy shot an irritated look towards the kitchen as she spoke

00:25:06 Kevin told me that he wanted to do a checkup along with everyone else. What did he mean by that?

00:25:12 Does he think the problem is with me?

00:25:15 When Lily heard her mother bring up the test tube baby topic again, she got impatient

00:25:20 Mom, can you not rush things? I have so much going on right now

00:25:26 How can I possibly think about having a baby in the middle of this train wreck?

00:25:32 Dorothy's eyes widened. You're still not in a hurry

00:25:35 You've been married for over two years the in vitro has already failed three or four times and you're not in a hurry

00:25:43 The last time your dad called he asked me about it, too

00:25:46 If you are not in a hurry, then you can tell your dad the next time he calls

00:25:51 I don't want to have to talk to him about it again. Not until you have some good news

00:25:56 Let's not talk about this right now

00:25:59 As soon as Lily finished talking Kevin walked out of the kitchen with a big platter of spaghetti and meatballs

00:26:05 She watched Kevin put the pasta on the table and then bring out some plates and Parmesan cheese

00:26:11 Lily ignored Dorothy's sour expression and said to Kevin

00:26:15 You don't need to bring your parents here tomorrow. We can talk about the checkup later

00:26:20 Hearing her daughter say this Dorothy grunted and stood up to go to her room

00:26:25 Kevin smiled at her. Okay, whatever you say Lily

00:26:29 After eating and then cleaning up Lily laid down on the bed

00:26:33 Kevin who was doing some stretches on the floor turned on his side and used his hand to support his head while he stared at

00:26:39 her beautiful side profile

00:26:41 Lily if grandma Jones calls you tomorrow and she asked you to talk about the deal with Williams media

00:26:47 Don't agree with her right away. Just let her wait

00:26:50 Hearing Kevin say this Lily frowned and turned her head towards him with a puzzled expression

00:26:56 She said I don't think we need to worry about that

00:27:00 Grandma has already handed it back to Jason. Why would she ask me again?

00:27:05 Why do you always say such strange things?

00:27:09 In any case remember if she asks you just don't agree right away. Promise me you'll sleep on it

00:27:16 Kevin didn't worry about Lily's impatient tone after saying that he went to bed and quickly fell asleep

00:27:22 Lily reluctantly reached out to turn off the light

00:27:26 Then she also laid down and went to sleep

00:27:28 The next day after Lily left for work Kevin headed over to his office at Williams media. This was the life

00:27:35 Kevin really liked being a CEO

00:27:38 Since Miss Wilson was such an organized chief of staff

00:27:42 All that Kevin had to do all day was drink lattes read a little and sign contracts

00:27:46 Miss Wilson knocked on the door and walked in

00:27:50 Mr. President the Jones family has sent someone over to discuss their arrangement with us

00:27:55 It's a woman named Matilda Jones

00:27:57 Kevin thought to himself that the pink suit miss Wilson was wearing added a nice splash of color

00:28:04 That contrasted with all the earth tones that surrounded him in his office

00:28:08 Kevin took a sip of his latte and answered dryly. Please ask her to leave

00:28:13 Grandma Jones really was an interesting character

00:28:17 He had clearly told her to send Lily but instead she had sent Matilda to discuss their partnership. What was that all about?

00:28:25 Like Jason Matilda was also one of the favorites in the Jones family and she definitely wasn't used to being told

00:28:33 No, in any case

00:28:34 She wasn't prepared for the embarrassment of being asked to leave the Williams media corporate offices without seeing the CEO

00:28:41 When Matilda returned to Grandma Jones, she told her what had happened

00:28:46 Her grandmother was really pissed off at the news, but she reluctantly agreed that it was time to call Lily

00:28:54 Lily and Dorothy were out shopping on Michigan Avenue while all of this was going on

00:28:59 Because her husband was coming back from an overseas trip in a couple of days

00:29:04 Dorothy wanted to find a nice outfit to wear to welcome him home

00:29:07 While they were looking at Gucci's in one of the stores Lily heard her phone ringing inside her purse

00:29:13 She pulled it out and was surprised to see that Grandma Jones was calling

00:29:18 She and Dorothy looked at each other for a second before Lily answered

00:29:22 She put the call on speaker. Hello, Grandma?

00:29:26 On the other end Grandma Jones sounded a little awkward

00:29:29 A favor? What kind of thing could make this usually arrogant and self-reliant woman use the word favor?

00:29:41 Dorothy couldn't keep from sticking her nose in

00:29:44 Auntie don't be so polite. If there's anything Lily can do to help just tell her

00:29:50 Lily gave her mother a dirty look but kept quiet and waited for Grandma Jones to speak

00:29:55 Grandma Jones had it all planned out

00:30:14 However, what Kevin had said the night before popped into Lily's mind before Dorothy had a chance to speak

00:30:21 Lily quickly took the phone and turned around

00:30:23 Sorry, Grandma since you already handed this over to Jason

00:30:28 I feel that it's not right for you to make a sudden change in the middle of negotiations

00:30:32 You really should let Jason take responsibility for the entire process

00:30:37 I still have a few things left to do today. Gotta go now. Bye, Grandma

00:30:42 Lily hung up the phone abruptly Dorothy looked at her daughter in disbelief

00:30:46 What the heck are you doing? Do you know what she could do to us?

00:30:51 Dorothy couldn't believe that Lily was willing to throw away such a golden opportunity

00:30:56 Lily ignored her mother and walked out of the store holding her phone in one hand and her bag in the other

00:31:02 Dorothy wanted to follow her out

00:31:05 But she was still trying on clothes and didn't want to set off the security alarm and be accused of shoplifting

00:31:10 She stamped her foot in frustration

00:31:12 Lily found a bench and sat down. She thought for a while and wrote a text to Kevin

00:31:18 Kevin had just gotten a call from his friend cook and was planning to have lunch with him

00:31:23 But before he put down his phone, he saw Lily's message

00:31:27 Grandma Jones just called. She said she wanted to let me take charge of Williams media. I turned her down. What should I do next?

00:31:35 Kevin grinned at least Lily was listening to him now

00:31:41 Don't worry. She'll call you again soon, but you still shouldn't agree to anything until she offers you a good deal

00:31:47 After hitting send Kevin put his phone in his pocket and headed out to lunch

00:31:52 He rode his scooter all the way to the Whitsler Hotel

00:31:55 When Lily felt her phone vibrate she quickly checked her messages when she saw Kevin's text. She felt a lot more at ease

00:32:04 On the other side of town Kevin arrived at the Whitsler Hotel and was happy to see that cook already had a table full of food

00:32:11 waiting for him

00:32:13 Hi, Kevin. Have a seat

00:32:15 Cook pulled out a chair for his friend and sat down next to him

00:32:18 He nodded to one of his assistants one of the men in dark suits who usually followed him around

00:32:23 The man walked over to them with a covered tray

00:32:26 Kevin smiled as cook opened the silver lid and took out a small velvet box. He was acting very mysterious

00:32:34 After his assistant walked away cook quietly put the box in front of Kevin I

00:32:39 Prepared this especially for you. It's a valuable item that I've kept for almost four years now

00:32:45 Mitch you've already given me a wonderful gift

00:32:49 I just can't accept anything else Kevin politely pushed the box across the table back to cook

00:32:55 Cook shook his head and grinned as he pushed the box back to Kevin

00:33:00 This thing is useless to me. I'm in great health, but you used to look pretty weak

00:33:05 So I tracked down this remedy just for you, and I'm glad I finally have a chance to give it to you

00:33:11 Before he was finished speaking cooks phone suddenly rang he answered with an abrupt

00:33:17 Yeah, as the call went on his expression got more and more serious

00:33:21 After finishing the call cook gave Kevin an apologetic look

00:33:26 My friend. I'm afraid you'll have to finish this meal by yourself

00:33:29 I have some urgent business to take care of please accept this consider it an early birthday present

00:33:36 Kevin smiled and nodded I got it Mitch now hurry up and do what you've got to do he paused and added

00:33:43 Thank you for the gift

00:33:45 Okay, let's get together another day when I'm not so busy then cook hurried out

00:33:51 Kevin looked at the little box on the table and shook his head he picked it up and put it in his pocket

00:33:56 Sometimes I just can't figure that guy out

00:33:59 He thought then he turned his attention to the delicious meal in front of him since he was now eating alone

00:34:06 He didn't have to watch his manners

00:34:08 After Kevin finished lunch he checked in with his office, but they didn't have any work lined up for him

00:34:13 So he headed home when he got there. He took a shower and put on some more casual clothes

00:34:19 Then he pulled cooks gift out of his pocket as soon as Kevin opened the box a light fragrance

00:34:25 Wafted through the air as Kevin contemplated the smell it seemed that his head was oddly clearer than before

00:34:32 In the middle of the velvet box was a pill the size of a small marble

00:34:37 Actually, it looked a little like a jellybean and the aroma definitely was coming from it

00:34:44 Kevin remembered cook saying that he was looking a little gaunt and he couldn't help muttering to himself

00:34:50 Could this pill actually make me stronger? It sounds like science fiction to me. Maybe Mitch has been tricked by someone

00:34:58 Then Kevin recalled that cook had said that the medication whatever it was had been prepared three or four years ago

00:35:05 He didn't know if it had expired so he was hesitant about taking it Kevin really didn't know what to do

00:35:13 He didn't want to disappoint his friend, but was that a good reason to take a four-year-old pill on the other hand?

00:35:20 He did find the aroma somehow relaxing and enticing

00:35:23 Kevin finally decided to take the pill

00:35:26 He placed it in his mouth and reached for a glass of water to help him swallow it

00:35:31 Before Kevin could drink the water the pill seemed to melt in his mouth and then it flowed down his throat

00:35:37 Kevin furrowed his brow. He was a little worried and began to regret what he just done

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00:36:01 Although Mitch was an old friend and he trusted him with his life

00:36:06 He was concerned that maybe there was something wrong with the pill. What would it do to him? Would it kill him?

00:36:12 Was it FDA approved?

00:36:14 Just as Kevin was contemplating spitting the pill out

00:36:18 He suddenly felt a sharp pain in his abdomen

00:36:21 Then his whole body felt like ice

00:36:24 It reminded him of that time one of his friends had convinced him to jump into Lake Michigan with his polar bear club one

00:36:32 cold winter day

00:36:33 Then his eyes rolled up in his head and he fainted

00:36:37 When Kevin opened his eyes again, it was almost dusk

00:36:42 What's that horrible smell? He said to himself the funk was almost enough to knock him out again

00:36:48 Kevin got up off the floor and discovered that the smell seemed to come from his own body

00:36:53 Great. He ran his hand along his forearm and felt something strange

00:36:58 His entire body was covered with some sticky yellow liquid. It had soaked through his clothes entirely

00:37:06 Gross, what the hell is this?

00:37:09 Kevin sprinted to the bathroom to take a shower. He must have washed himself for more than half an hour

00:37:15 Then he changed his clothes again

00:37:17 He gave the house a quick cleaning and sprayed the air with an entire can of freshener

00:37:22 It seemed impossible to get the stink out of the room

00:37:26 Especially the spot where he'd fainted it was stained a pale yellow and he wasn't sure he would ever be able to get it out

00:37:33 If Lily or her mother come home now, they'll think I've been frying dog crap

00:37:38 He thought I can't believe someone told Mitch that this would help me so far

00:37:43 It's given me an intense pain in my gut knocked me out

00:37:47 It made me smell like an outhouse on a hot July day. Are there any more fun side effects?

00:37:53 Kevin kept muttering to himself as he cleaned the room furiously

00:37:58 Just as he finished Lily and Dorothy came home. Hi Kevin. What have you been cooking?

00:38:05 Dorothy put her shopping bags on the sofa and turned her head to look at Kevin who was helping Lily

00:38:11 Kevin coughed uncontrollably a few times. I had something to do so I haven't cooked yet. Why don't we eat out tonight?

00:38:18 Dorothy gave Kevin a funny look and said you're home all day and you don't have a job, but you don't have time to cook

00:38:26 Lily found his excuse a little suspicious too, even though she thought her mother was right

00:38:32 She wanted to give her husband the benefit of the doubt

00:38:35 You know, I was thinking the same thing Lily interrupted. There's a new place on the north side

00:38:41 I think it's in Evanston. They say it has great stuffed spinach pizza. Let's head over there this evening

00:38:47 Then she gave Kevin a subtle tug on his sleeve in motion for him to go to the bedroom with her

00:38:54 Kevin was curious to find out what Lily had to say and did she have any more news about her grandmother?

00:39:01 You

00:39:03 Kevin still hadn't gotten over his weird reaction to the pill that cook gave him and

00:39:10 He really wasn't in the mood to make dinner right now, but he was pretty happy that Lily had stood up for him with Dorothy

00:39:17 He followed her back to their bedroom wondering what news she might have about grandma Jones

00:39:22 Was Lily's grandmother finally going to put her in charge of the Williams media contract?

00:39:28 Lily spoke first you should have learned by now. Don't make random excuses

00:39:33 We need your help around the house and that includes cooking meals

00:39:37 She took out the new clothes that she just bought one by one while Kevin helped her hang them up in the closet

00:39:43 Kevin didn't offer any more explanations. He just nodded and replied. Okay

00:39:49 Lily was satisfied that they'd settled the matter. So she brought up the latest news of her grandmother

00:39:55 It's grandma Jones's birthday the day after tomorrow. So you have two days to try and find something nice and nothing cheap or tacky

00:40:03 Please don't embarrass me in front of my family again

00:40:06 When Lily told him this Kevin remembered that he and grandma Jones shared the same birthday

00:40:12 But usually everybody spends so much time fawning over grandma that they forgot about him

00:40:17 So he wasn't much in the mood to celebrate over the past two years

00:40:21 Every time grandma Jones had a birthday party Kevin would just make believe that the celebration was for him

00:40:27 Kevin noticed that Lily was staring at him which made him come back to the moment. He nodded in agreement. Don't worry

00:40:34 I'll remember it and I'll find her something nice

00:40:37 Thanks, Lily replied. She really wanted to ask him for some advice about the partnership with Williams media

00:40:44 But she also wanted to handle the problem with grandma Jones herself. So she decided not to say anything for now

00:40:51 Grandma Jones's birthday bash was held at Shea Robin one of the finest restaurants in Chicago

00:40:57 They rented out the whole place just for the party

00:41:00 Kevin didn't arrive in the same car as Lily and Dorothy because he was out picking up the birthday present for the family matriarch

00:41:08 Lily sat next to her mother and saved a seat for her husband. The more she thought about it the more restless she got

00:41:15 For the past two days. She'd asked Kevin over and over what he planned to get for her grandmother

00:41:21 But he insisted that he wanted to keep it a secret

00:41:23 This really worried Lily because her grandmother was hard to please and she didn't want to disappoint her

00:41:29 When Kevin finally arrived Lily saw that he was holding a simple gift bag like you find in a drugstore

00:41:35 This sure ticked her off

00:41:38 This was definitely not okay. Lily wasn't looking forward to spending another embarrassing evening with her family because of Kevin's behavior

00:41:46 She let out a heavy sigh

00:41:49 When Kevin sat down at the table Dorothy frowned and stared at the gift bag

00:41:53 He was holding you could have at least had it wrapped. I hope the gift you picked out is presentable

00:41:58 Kevin was a little uneasy at Dorothy's response

00:42:02 I didn't have time to wrap it but the wrapping isn't important. It's what's in the bag that counts

00:42:08 Kevin was tempted to let Lily and Dorothy take a peek in the bag. He was sure they'd be pleasantly surprised by his choice

00:42:16 He started to lean toward Lily offering the bag to show what was inside, but she put her hand out and stopped him

00:42:23 She wasn't interested in finding out right now

00:42:25 Lily rolled her eyes. I

00:42:28 Don't want to know

00:42:30 Later when everyone is giving grandma her presents

00:42:32 You can take advantage of the confusion and just stuff it into the pile. So we're not embarrassed in front of my family

00:42:38 again

00:42:40 Kevin was a little disappointed at her reaction

00:42:44 Alright, he said whatever you say

00:42:46 Everyone had already started to give their gifts to grandma Jones who was seated on the days at the front of the room in

00:42:53 the place of honor, of course

00:42:55 They were all secretly competing with each other to see who would give the most valuable or rare gift to grandma Jones

00:43:02 So far the best presents were the beautiful diamond brooch that Matilda gave grandma as well as the antique

00:43:08 Victorian bus that Jason had presented to her

00:43:12 Everyone agreed that it looked a little like grandma when she was younger

00:43:15 Grandma Jones took Matilda by the hand and smiled happily

00:43:19 You've always brought me such great joy Matilda

00:43:23 I'd love to keep you around here with me forever, but it's probably time for you to get married

00:43:28 Matilda didn't know how to respond

00:43:31 Married she didn't even have a boyfriend

00:43:34 Don't worry. Grandma. I'll always be by your side

00:43:37 Everyone who heard this was deeply moved

00:43:41 Matilda returned to her seat which happened to be next to Kevin's as she sat down

00:43:46 She heard Kevin say nice choice that brooch is from Wales mid 18th century

00:43:51 Probably belonged to the royal family not bad

00:43:54 This piqued Matilda's curiosity

00:43:57 Most of the members of the Jones family thought Kevin was kind and dull and uninteresting

00:44:02 Even Matilda had always looked down on Kevin, but his comment was far from dull

00:44:08 How did you know it was an 18th century royal brooch? She asked him and yes, it is from Wales

00:44:14 Do you know a lot about jewelry Kevin shrugged and nodded? Yes. I know a little may I ask how much you spend?

00:44:21 About $20,000 Matilda answered candidly. I bought it from a friend of mine at that price. She said she would just break even

00:44:29 Kevin shook his head. I hate to tell you this but that brooch isn't worth much more than

00:44:34 15,000

00:44:36 Matilda wasn't happy to hear that

00:44:38 15,000 are you sure I got it from a good friend of mine

00:44:42 Kevin lowered his voice and nobody else at the table could hear him

00:44:46 There are a few factors to take into account first. You have the diamonds

00:44:50 They're a nice size, but the cut color and clarity are important, too

00:44:54 I could see from here under these lights that they're not the absolute best

00:44:58 But the perfect diamonds cost a small fortune

00:45:01 Then there's the provenance the most famous royal brooches are all well known and once again way over

00:45:07 $20,000 still it's a very nice piece of jewelry

00:45:11 But I think your friend could have given you a lot better break on the price

00:45:15 It doesn't sound to me like she's your best friend. Just my opinion

00:45:19 Matilda had a puzzled look on her face as she listened to Kevin just then someone walked up to grandma Jones and announced

00:45:26 Grandma Bradley Smith is here

00:45:29 She smiled and said Bradley is here. What a lovely surprise. Please show him in

00:45:36 Kevin and the others turned around to look when they heard this

00:45:40 They all watched Bradley Smith walk in wearing a navy blue Tom Ford suit and shiny new Oxford shoes

00:45:46 He was holding a small gift box in his hand

00:45:49 He'd spent his last penny on the clothes and the gift just to make a good impression on grandma Jones

00:45:55 He knew that he had to succeed today or he'd be ruined

00:45:59 Bradley walked confidently up to grandma Jones and gave her a kiss on each cheek

00:46:03 Happy birthday, grandma Jones. I wish you health wealth and happiness

00:46:08 I'm sorry that I'm a little late. The Dan Ryan Expressway was backed up with the construction traffic. Please forgive me

00:46:17 Grandma Jones knew that Bradley had always been interested in Lily

00:46:21 If only she had been able to match them up a few years ago, but instead she had married that failure Kevin

00:46:27 Oh, I understand. I know you have a busy schedule. It's very considerate of you to come to my party

00:46:35 Bradley smiled and looked over toward Lily

00:46:38 Actually, I'm not just here for your birthday. There's something else he paused for a moment

00:46:44 Grandma Jones. I want to ask your blessing to marry Lily

00:46:48 She looked Bradley in the eyes and then shifted her gaze to Lily. Was she actually taking this request?

00:46:55 Seriously, Lily was already married to Kevin, but this didn't seem to bother the Joneses

00:47:00 Nobody had ever really accepted Kevin into the family

00:47:03 They even treated their hired help with more respect and that's saying a lot because they didn't treat them that well either

00:47:10 Bradley you do realize that Lily is married. Doesn't that bother you?

00:47:15 She inquired even though grandma Jones knew what she wanted deep in her heart

00:47:21 Grandma, I'd like to ask Lily to be my wife. You know, I've always seen you as my very own grandma. Please say yes

00:47:28 The whole time he was saying this Bradley was acting like Kevin wasn't even there

00:47:33 Finally Kevin had had enough of this. He stood up from his chair and yelled stop

00:47:39 What the hell is wrong with you?

00:47:42 I've been sitting right here the whole time and you're asking if you can marry my wife right in front of me

00:47:48 Kevin had lost it now. It was Jason's turn to stick his nose and things

00:47:52 Who do you think you are? You have no right to speak here. You're not a member of the family. I

00:47:58 May not be much but I'm better than you you jackass Kevin spat back. I'll kick your ass loser

00:48:05 Jason said as he rushed towards Kevin

00:48:08 Jason had been spoiled by grandma Jones since he was a child. So he never learned to control his temper

00:48:13 He had countless fights when he was in school, but never faced any consequences

00:48:18 Even as an adult working in the Jones family business, he got into a lot of fights and arguments

00:48:24 He also got involved with some pretty tough criminals

00:48:27 It didn't look like his family was going to be able to make Jason control himself this time either one of them commented

00:48:34 Kevin's really gonna get it now

00:48:36 Another replied serves him right who does he think he is? He's just ruining grandma's party. Why doesn't Kevin just keep his mouth shut?

00:48:45 Someone else at the next table said that's right. What gives him the right to say anything about our affairs?

00:48:51 Everyone was upset to see this but nobody made a move to stop Jason

00:48:56 They were all expecting to see Kevin get beaten up, but Kevin stood his ground very calmly

00:49:01 Lily called to him. What are you just standing there for hurry up and leave?

00:49:07 She was surprised at how worried she was for Kevin right then

00:49:11 Things hadn't been great between them lately

00:49:14 But maybe they'd been together for so long that she couldn't bear to see him get the crap knocked out of him

00:49:19 Jason threw the first punch, but Kevin stepped to the side to avoid it and caught his fist

00:49:25 So you're going to get violent. Are you?

00:49:28 Okay, Kevin said coldly

00:49:31 Then Kevin twisted Jason's wrist with a move that his friend emo had shown him back when he was his family bodyguard

00:49:39 Everyone there heard a sharp pop and Jason let out a loud moan

00:49:43 Why have you always been such a douche to me? Kevin said as he let Jason drop to the floor

00:49:50 They were all shocked to see this happening

00:49:53 Especially a grandma's party. What was happening to their pleasant little get-together. They were all trying to get a grip on it

00:50:01 Jason felt like one of his ribs might be broken. He sat on the floor yelling in pain as he held his wrist

00:50:08 Just then Dorothy walked up to Kevin and slapped him in the face

00:50:12 This caught Kevin off guard. He staggered a little and took a step back

00:50:17 How dare you ruin grandma's birthday?

00:50:20 Dorothy was furious after all that we've done for you. This is how you repay us get out now

00:50:27 By now Jason was slowly standing up with a little help. Oh, he's not getting off so easy

00:50:33 You're a dead man

00:50:36 Jason pulled out his phone scrolled through his contacts and made a call, but Kevin wasn't paying any attention to Jason

00:50:43 He was staring blankly at Dorothy his penetrating stare made her uneasy. He finally spoke

00:50:50 Lily and I have been married for two years

00:50:53 Things have been hard while I tried to get back on my feet, but I thought we still had a pretty good relationship

00:50:59 He began to smile before he continued. Maybe it's my fault that everyone here looks down on you and Lily

00:51:06 Maybe I deserve that slap. I don't know but from now on we're even

00:51:11 Kevin clenched his fist tightly from now on I'll have nothing to do with this family

00:51:17 I've had enough of this if you want me to come back

00:51:20 You'll have to make grandma Jones get down on one knee and beg me

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00:51:42 Then Kevin turned to walk out

00:51:45 Lily stared at Kevin. She didn't know what to think. It was like he'd become a completely different person a complete stranger to her

00:51:54 Everyone stood there in shock silence as Kevin walked towards the door Jason shouted stop him

00:52:01 Don't let him leave but no one moved. They all wanted Kevin to leave and for this horrible scene to be over

00:52:08 Jason saw that no one was helping him and ran over to grab Kevin by the shoulder

00:52:12 Didn't you hear what I just said you can't leave?

00:52:16 Right, then a white van stopped abruptly outside the restaurant's entrance

00:52:21 Then multiple powerfully built men jumped out of the van holding baseball bats and armed to the teeth

00:52:29 It looked like the party was about to get even worse

00:52:32 Grandma Jones's birthday party had just been completely ruined by the fight between Jason and Kevin

00:52:42 It started when Bradley asked for grandma's blessing to marry Lily who is obviously already married to Kevin

00:52:48 Unfortunately for Jason Kevin kicked his butt in the fight. So Jason called up a friend to help

00:52:55 Jason was relieved to see his friend who showed up pretty quickly with a few of his toughest bodyguards

00:53:00 Drake, thanks for getting here so fast. The man gave a slight nod

00:53:05 What's going on Jason? He pointed at Kevin had said Drake. This is the piece of crap. I told you about

00:53:11 One of the Joneses recognized Jason's friend

00:53:15 Drake, that's one of the toughest crime Lords in the city

00:53:19 Wow, someone else said Jason sure has friends in low places. Look how fast he got over here with just one phone call

00:53:26 Lily heard this and got scared for Kevin's safety

00:53:29 Kevin run she shouted Lily knew that if Drake got his hands on her husband, he'd end up dead or worse

00:53:36 But Kevin didn't budge this made Lily even more desperate to help him

00:53:41 She stood up and started to move toward him before she got two steps Bradley stopped her Lily. What are you doing?

00:53:49 Drake's a very dangerous man

00:53:51 Everyone was afraid to interfere because of Drake's vicious reputation

00:53:56 Drake took a drag from a cigarette and casually threw it on the floor

00:54:00 Who's the bastard who did this to my buddy Jason?

00:54:03 When Jason heard this he walked over towards Kevin

00:54:07 He could feel the eyes on him and knew that everyone was impressed that he had such a powerful ally on a speed dial

00:54:13 He'd be bragging about this for years

00:54:16 But no one could imagine how Jason and Drake ever got to know each other

00:54:20 It was simple the first time they met Drake almost beat Jason to death in a sparring match at the gym

00:54:27 That set the tone for their relationship ever since then Jason tried his best to make friends with the man

00:54:33 He figured it was better to have him as a friend than an enemy

00:54:37 So every month he would give Drake a wad of cash to keep him on his good side

00:54:41 As long as Jason kept this up, they'd still be friends

00:54:45 Quick get out Kevin! Lily shouted, but Bradley stopped her again

00:54:50 By now Drake was standing face to face with Kevin

00:54:53 So you're the one who hurt my friend Drake snarled you've made a huge mistake

00:54:58 So are you his friend or just his guard dog Kevin said coldly?

00:55:04 Do you know how long it's been since someone talked to me like that?

00:55:09 Drake put his hand on Kevin's shoulder and leaned closer a

00:55:13 long time

00:55:15 Kevin didn't even flinch and replied. I don't care how anyone talks to you. This is between me and Jason

00:55:22 Jason was happy to see this

00:55:25 He was sure that Drake would finally get Kevin out of the way for good and things could go back to normal

00:55:30 He knew that Drake was a man who feared nothing and no one

00:55:34 This is gonna be good. He thought to himself

00:55:37 Man, you've got cojones Drake said as he narrowed his eyes

00:55:43 As he looked at Kevin, he got the feeling that he looked familiar, but he just couldn't remember where he'd seen him before

00:55:49 It doesn't take cojones to know what's not a threat Kevin replied coldly

00:55:55 This really got everyone's attention

00:55:57 How could Kevin talk to such a dangerous man like this?

00:56:01 Grandma Jones scowled but didn't say anything. She wasn't used to dealing directly with people like Drake

00:56:08 Jason clenched his fists like he wanted to take a swing at Kevin

00:56:12 This guy obviously hasn't heard that you just don't mess around with Drake cook. Let me teach him a lesson for you

00:56:18 Kevin glared at Jason then turned back to Drake

00:56:22 Your last name is cook. Kevin slowly took his phone out of his pocket. Do you happen to know Mitch cook?

00:56:29 Drake's face froze when he heard this question. He gave Kevin a puzzled look

00:56:35 Most people didn't know just how well Drake knew Kevin's friend

00:56:39 Kevin spoke into his phone. It's me Mitch. I'm here with a mutual acquaintance

00:56:44 Drake is standing right in front of me Kevin then handed his phone to the man

00:56:50 Drake hesitated a moment and took the phone while he talked his expression changed from anger to confusion to worry

00:56:59 Drake hung up the phone and reached out to hand it back to Kevin as

00:57:02 Usual the Joneses began whispering to each other trying to figure out what they had just witnessed. I can't believe my eyes

00:57:09 What's wrong with Drake? Who did Kevin call?

00:57:13 Kevin looked the man dead in the eye and asked are you sorry now?

00:57:17 Yes, mr. Williams. I'm very sorry

00:57:21 Drake's forehead had started to bead with sweat

00:57:24 Of course Kevin had just called his friend Mitch to set Drake straight the message

00:57:29 He gave him was short and sweet if he touched a hair on Kevin's head. He would lose his own head

00:57:35 Jason was confused Drake. What are you waiting for?

00:57:39 Seeing that Drake still wasn't giving Kevin a beating Jason couldn't hold back any longer

00:57:45 He decided to take another swing at Kevin

00:57:48 But before his fist even made contact with Kevin's face Drake grabbed Jason and threw him to the ground

00:57:55 Then Drake picked Jason up by his tie and slapped him in the face

00:57:59 What kind of mess have you gotten me into Drake kept cursing while he slapped Jason over and over

00:58:06 But Drake, what did I do wrong Jason asked holding back the pain?

00:58:11 You really screwed up this time Drake spat on the floor

00:58:16 Then he turned to the men who had come with him and gave them an order

00:58:19 See if you can knock a little sense into him. They immediately surrounded Jason and started dragging him towards the side exit

00:58:27 Grandma Jones was distraught at the sight of this happening to her favorite grandson

00:58:32 She looked over at the other family members for help a few of them started to move hesitantly towards Jason

00:58:38 They weren't really sure what they could do, but they knew they just had to obey Grandma Jones

00:58:43 But they stopped dead in their tracks when they saw Drake pull a knife out of his jacket and say

00:58:48 If anyone lifts a hand to help him, he'll answer to me

00:58:52 The few young Jones men who had stepped forward immediately took a few steps back after hearing Drake's threat

00:58:59 Talk about a rock in a hard place

00:59:01 They didn't want to disappoint their grandmother, but they were also powerless against this man

00:59:07 Then Drake turned back towards Kevin and spoke calmly

00:59:11 Mr. Williams again, please accept my apologies

00:59:15 Everyone was stunned to hear this when they saw Drake apologizing to Kevin. They were very confused. Was this real?

00:59:22 Kevin didn't reply. He just gave Drake a deadpan stare

00:59:26 I'm very sorry to have bothered you. Mr. Williams Drake apologized once more my phone, please

00:59:34 Kevin said Drake handed him his phone and began to speak

00:59:38 Sir, but Kevin cut him off. Yeah, whatever

00:59:42 Then he impatiently took his phone back turned around and left the restaurant

00:59:47 When Kevin was gone Drake let out a long breath and told his men to stop slapping Jason around

00:59:53 Then he walked over and spoke to Jason who was lying on the floor in a daze

00:59:57 Don't ever use me like that again, or you'll regret it for whatever remains of your useless life

01:00:04 Then he took his men and left when the van had driven away. The Jones has slowly walked over and surrounded Jason

01:00:11 Jason are you? All right, Grandma Jones asked him her voice was filled with concern

01:00:17 Suddenly one of her other grandsons rushed into the room

01:00:20 Grandma, mr. Cook is pulling up outside

01:00:24 They looked out the front window and saw two black SUVs and a Maybach limousine

01:00:30 Stop at the curb a young man in a suit quickly hopped out and opened the passenger door the sleek limo a

01:00:37 Man in a nicely tailored Armani suit stepped out and calmly walked towards the door

01:00:42 The Jones's were surprised and not for the first time that day

01:00:47 Grandma Jones is really important. Even someone as powerful as Mitchell Cook has come to see her on her birthday

01:00:54 Grandma Jones didn't know what to think at this point. She had only met cook once before at the Whitsler Hotel

01:01:00 They didn't have any relationship to speak of she just knew him by his reputation

01:01:05 Plus she knew that she hadn't invited him. So what did he want?

01:01:10 As he walked up to her his bodyguard stood back at a respectful distance with a smile on his face. He inquired

01:01:17 Miss Jones, may I ask if Kevin is here as soon as he said that the crowd fell silent

01:01:24 I'm sorry, mr. Cook. Kevin has already left. She replied in a very embarrassed tone. Oh

01:01:30 Well, since Kevin isn't here. I won't take much of your time. I understand that today is your birthday

01:01:37 Please accept the small gift cook snapped his fingers and one of his bodyguards walked up and placed the gift on the table

01:01:45 After cook and his men left the Jones's sat there in silence

01:01:49 Some of them had turned pale at the moment

01:01:52 Nobody was very happy about how the party had turned out and no one was in the mood to open the box to see what the

01:01:58 Gift was they filed out and headed to their cars to return to the Jones family mansion

01:02:03 Everyone was still thinking about what Kevin had said before he left and they were very worried about what might happen next

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01:02:33 When the Jones family arrived home after the disastrous birthday party

01:02:39 They sat down in the living room to try to figure out what had just happened and what they should do next

01:02:45 Lily was still in shock about the whole scene. She couldn't believe what she had witnessed Kevin doing and saying

01:02:51 Jason was still shouting

01:02:53 Complaining about his injuries and demanding that someone take him to the hospital

01:02:57 Just then one of the young Jones men announced from the doorway

01:03:01 Grandma president right of West Chicago International has arrived. They all looked at each other wondering what this could be about

01:03:09 West Chicago International had a fine reputation in the Chicago area and pretty much throughout the world for that matter

01:03:16 So even president right was stopping by to wish grandma a happy birthday in person

01:03:22 Grandma Jones sure was famous

01:03:24 However, grandma didn't look too happy about her visitor for one thing. She didn't know president right?

01:03:30 In fact, she'd never even met her once

01:03:33 Of course grandma didn't want to insult her guests. So she sent everyone to greet her at the door

01:03:39 Hello, mrs. Jones about a dozen bodyguards followed Adriana. She strode into the Jones family mansion

01:03:46 Grandma replied sweetly. I've heard many wonderful things about you. It's an honor to see you here today

01:03:53 One of the younger Jones men commented to his cousin. So our family has connections with the West Chicago International group

01:04:01 I never knew we had so much influence

01:04:04 As Adriana walked into the room. There was a low murmur as everyone started whispering to each other

01:04:09 I'm very sorry that I wasn't able to meet you at the door president right?

01:04:14 Grandma Jones said with a smile

01:04:17 Adriana searched the room with her eyes and then shocked them all by asking

01:04:22 Mrs. Jones is Kevin here today

01:04:24 I'm sorry president right Kevin isn't here at the moment. The disappointment was visible on grandma Jones's face

01:04:34 Since Kevin isn't here. I won't take up any more of your time

01:04:37 Adriana motioned for one of her bodyguards to place a beautifully wrapped gift box on the table

01:04:43 This is a small token of my esteem. Happy birthday

01:04:46 After saying this Adriana turned around and left with her entourage

01:04:51 Jason's face fell and he wasn't the only one in the room who looked shocked

01:04:55 Why were all these rich powerful people looking for Kevin? What the hell was going on?

01:05:02 Someone go get Kevin and bring him back here. Grandma Jones barked at her family

01:05:08 Lily reacted first and immediately rushed out of the room

01:05:11 Bradley followed closely behind her then grandma sent the young Jones men out of the mansion with orders to find Kevin and bring him to

01:05:19 Her they weren't to return until they'd found him

01:05:22 Lily quickly took out her phone as she hurried toward the street as she walked she dialed Kevin's number

01:05:29 He answered after a couple of rings and she asked excitedly. Where are you? I'm on my way home. Don't worry, Lily

01:05:36 I'll go and pack my things. I'll be gone by the time you get home. Kevin replied coldly

01:05:41 No, please wait for me. I'm on my way

01:05:44 Lily practically shouted after Lily hung up the phone. She stopped a taxi that was passing by

01:05:50 When Bradley saw her getting into a taxi, he hurried to the parking lot and jumped in his car

01:05:57 Half an hour later and Lily arrived at home when she got out of the cab

01:06:01 She was surprised to see Bradley running towards her. This wasn't something she wanted to deal with right now

01:06:06 Bradley grabbed Lily's wrist and asked her Lily. What are you doing here? Did you forget something at home?

01:06:13 He gave her a strange look and then continued as soon as you finish come back with me

01:06:18 Grandma is about to make an announcement to everyone about our marriage

01:06:23 Let me go Lily struggled to say I'm not going with you

01:06:27 Are you here to see Kevin Bradley took a deep breath and his eyes burned with anger when he thought about Kevin

01:06:35 I have to admit that I underestimated him

01:06:38 But he's out of your life now and grandma has agreed to let me marry you

01:06:42 Don't you see now you can be my wife let the bastard go

01:06:46 Bradley was starting to get anxious

01:06:49 His biggest worry was that the birthday gift that he bought for grandma was a fake

01:06:54 Once the family had it appraised they would figure out his true intentions and his whole plan would be exposed

01:07:00 Bradley was desperate. His only way into the Jones family was through Lily

01:07:05 After that, he planned on taking advantage of grandma Jones's love for him

01:07:10 Then he could use the Jones family fortune to help him make a comeback

01:07:15 Bradley felt a little excited when he realized he would be able to kill two birds with one stone

01:07:19 No, I have to see Kevin one last time

01:07:23 Lily hesitated for a moment before she continued

01:07:26 Bradley I don't care what grandma said. I'm not going to marry you

01:07:31 Why do you really like that bum Bradley roared angrily?

01:07:36 Holy crap Bradley. I've been married to him for three years

01:07:41 Do you think I could have spent that much time with him if I didn't have some feelings for him?

01:07:46 It was hard for Lily to admit it even to herself, but she did have feelings for Kevin

01:07:51 No, you have to come with me right now

01:07:54 Bradley roared he started to pull at her arm and Lily tried to pull herself away from him while they were struggling like this a

01:08:02 Black car slammed on its brakes and stopped at the side of the road

01:08:06 Dorothy quickly got out

01:08:09 Lily Bradley, what are you two doing here? Dorothy said why aren't you back at the mansion?

01:08:15 Grandma's going to announce your marriage

01:08:17 Lily gritted her teeth and replied. No, I'm not going back. I have to see Kevin

01:08:24 Bradley looked in Dorothy's eyes and then turned to Lily. He came up with an idea and forced a smile

01:08:30 It's still very hot outside. Why don't you and Lily get in the car and cool off then you can talk some sense into her

01:08:38 inside Dorothy smiled and said

01:08:40 Lily look at how considerate Bradley is he only wants what's best for you that bum Kevin wouldn't think of doing something like this

01:08:49 Lily let's head straight back to grandma's. Why would you want to stay with Kevin? Anyway?

01:08:56 After Dorothy said that she handed her car keys to Bradley

01:09:00 Bradley grinned as he got into the driver's seat and locked the doors

01:09:05 What Dorothy and Lily didn't know was that Bradley had put child locks on the car door. They wouldn't be able to leave

01:09:11 Bradley pull over. I want to go home to Kevin Lily demanded

01:09:17 Can't do I told you I would do whatever it takes to make you mine

01:09:21 And now that I have you I'm not letting you go

01:09:25 Bradley threatened Lily tried to get out of the car, but it was too late. She and her mother Dorothy were locked inside

01:09:33 The black car slowly drove away

01:09:35 Kevin who had been watching from the window saw everything an hour later

01:09:41 Bradley parked outside of an ominous house and brought a rope over to tie both Dorothy and Lily up before bringing them inside

01:09:48 Help someone come quickly

01:09:51 Dorothy shouted but to no avail as Bradley threw them in a dark back room

01:09:57 Hours later Bradley returned to the room and nodded to both Lily and Dorothy who were tied up on the ground and screaming for help

01:10:04 Bradley was drying his hair with the towel as he walked into the room. You really ought to save your strength

01:10:11 Even if you scream until your horse

01:10:14 No one will hear you

01:10:16 Bradley let us go this instant. You'll never get away with this

01:10:21 Dorothy was in a panic

01:10:23 She couldn't believe that the man she thought would make the perfect son-in-law would actually do something like this

01:10:28 Shut the hell up

01:10:31 Bradley yelled angrily then he grabbed Dorothy's hair and said I'm ruined after all of these years of hard work

01:10:38 I've got nothing left

01:10:40 Lily was completely stunned to hear this what she said didn't you buy the dream lover necklace for me?

01:10:48 Even though Bradley had told her over the phone that it wasn't him

01:10:51 She thought he was lying so she wouldn't worry about him after all an authentic dream lover was really too expensive

01:10:57 Bradley laughed at her naivety

01:11:00 Ha Lily, you really don't think I'd buy you a real dream lover. Do you you're not that special

01:11:06 Bradley added with a sneer. I was just toying with you

01:11:11 Bradley let go of Dorothy's hair and knelt down in front of Lily. He looked into her eyes

01:11:17 It was a cold harsh look then he put his hand under her chin

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01:11:42 What's wrong with you Lily gasped there was venom in his voice as Bradley complained to Lily

01:11:49 Don't pretend you're so innocent. How many men have you been hooking up with? Why else wouldn't you know who gave you the necklace?

01:11:57 This made Lily furious

01:11:59 Bradley what have you been smoking? I was sure the necklace couldn't have been from Kevin

01:12:04 So I had no idea who else would have given it to me

01:12:08 She really wanted to stand up and slap Bradley on the cheek, but she was still tied up. So Lily spat at him

01:12:15 Bradley's face turned bright red in his mouth twisted. He raised his hand like he was going to slap her

01:12:21 Dorothy tried to calm him down in a stern voice. She asked him Bradley. How can you even think of hitting Lily?

01:12:28 Weren't you talking about marrying her? Just let us go. We can all pretend this never happened

01:12:36 Bradley turned and raised his hand like he was going to give Dorothy a slap

01:12:39 Do you think I'm a fool Bradley sneered?

01:12:42 I had tried to do this the right way, but Lily just had to reject my offer. So now I'm stuck with both of you

01:12:49 He slowly stood up and took out a cigarette

01:12:53 Bradley how can you do this? Let us go. Do you hear me?

01:12:58 Dorothy was so mad. She was on the verge of tears. He took a long drag on a cigarette

01:13:04 How can you be so dense? I really don't know how Kevin puts up with you

01:13:09 Bradley flicked his cigarette ashes on Dorothy's face making her wince

01:13:14 Then Bradley turned his back on Dorothy and stared at Lily with a deranged look on his face

01:13:19 He ran his hands through his hair as he sobbed. I had adored you for so long today. I can finally get what I wanted

01:13:28 Suddenly the door burst open with a violent kick

01:13:33 Bradley spun around but when he saw that it was only Kevin standing at the door, he relaxed a bit

01:13:38 Lily was the first to react and shouted Kevin call the police

01:13:42 Kevin save me Dorothy added

01:13:46 Shut up, or I'll shut your mouth for you Bradley said as he glared at them

01:13:52 Kevin saw Lily with her hands tied and he became enraged in spite of everything Lily was his wife

01:13:59 Whatever problems they had in their relationship didn't matter now

01:14:03 This was a matter of life and death

01:14:05 Bradley you'll never get away with this. Let Lily go if you want revenge take it out on me Kevin said firmly

01:14:13 But Bradley wouldn't go for it. He taunted Kevin

01:14:16 What can a useless piece of crap like you do to someone like me?

01:14:20 Then he added I admit I was surprised to find out that you know Mitchell cook and Adriana, right?

01:14:26 But so what they can't help you now

01:14:31 Do you really think I came alone Kevin asked right then they heard sirens out in the street

01:14:37 Bradley's expression changed from anger to fear

01:14:41 He picked up a knife that was lying on the table and ran over to hide behind Lily and Dorothy

01:14:46 Kevin you actually called the freaking police

01:14:49 Bradley growled to deal with a piece of crap like you you're damn, right

01:14:55 Kevin said coldly if you release Lily now, you might get a lighter sentence

01:15:00 Actually, Kevin had called the police as soon as he arrived in Bradley's neighborhood

01:15:04 The problem was he had never been to Bradley's place before he had to go down the block and check the houses one by one

01:15:10 That's what took him so long to get there

01:15:13 Bradley waved the knife and shouted no way you're lying as long as I have hostages the police can't do a thing

01:15:21 Bradley if you want a hostage let them go and take me

01:15:27 Lily was floored when she heard Kevin say that her eyes filled with tears

01:15:31 But instead she said Kevin no get out of here while you can

01:15:36 But Dorothy was okay with the idea

01:15:38 Lily, what are you saying? If he wants to be Bradley's hostage let him why should we stay here?

01:15:45 Then she shouted at Kevin. What are you still standing there for get over here and take our place?

01:15:51 Bradley stared at Kevin while he figured out what to do

01:15:56 Meanwhile, the police outside had already told the Jones family what was happening

01:16:00 The officer in charge of the scene was a lieutenant named Emmett

01:16:04 She was wearing the typical Chicago police uniform including the hat with the checkered band and the city flag patch

01:16:10 The one with the four stars

01:16:12 Grandma Jones showed up with the older members of the family the ones who made most of the big decisions

01:16:18 Officer Emmett, how is the situation now?

01:16:22 The Jones family had been sitting in the great room admiring the gifts that cook and Adriana had given to grandma

01:16:28 They were trying to recover from the horrible fight at the restaurant and hope that maybe the day would get a little better

01:16:33 That's when they got a call from officer Emmett

01:16:37 Grandma's party was definitely over for this year

01:16:40 Emmett answered directly in typical police style

01:16:43 There is a man named Kevin Williams currently speaking with the kidnapper

01:16:48 Identified as one Bradley Smith. We will give you an update as soon as one is available, ma'am

01:16:53 Grandma Jones was completely overwhelmed by the situation. She pressed for more information

01:16:58 Officer Emmett, are you sure you didn't make a mistake?

01:17:01 Bradley is a fine young man. I can't believe he would do such a thing

01:17:06 Emmett kept an eye on the house while she replied whether you believe it or not. That's the situation

01:17:12 Suddenly another officer ran up to officer Emmett in a very serious tone. He reported to her

01:17:18 Ma'am the sniper in position on the roof across the street radioed in the mr

01:17:22 Williams seems to be discussing something with the kidnapper. It appears that they are discussing a hostage exchange

01:17:28 Exchange. Yes, let them make an exchange

01:17:32 Grandma Jones blurted out Emmett definitely didn't like this idea and she shook her head as she considered their options

01:17:40 Seeing the police officers hesitation grandma Jones spoke again

01:17:44 Officer Emmett you might not know this but even though our family isn't well known we do have some influence in the city

01:17:51 Dorothy and Lily are very important to us and this can't go on much longer

01:17:56 She continued but mr. Williams is different

01:18:01 He has been pretty useless to us for the past few years if he can get Lily and Dorothy back then let him do it

01:18:07 He can make himself useful for once in his life

01:18:12 Officer Emmett clearly thought that this was a terrible idea

01:18:15 She had dealt with countless families in her career, but she didn't understand what grandma was thinking

01:18:21 No matter what she thought of Kevin. He was still a human life and it was the police's duty to protect him

01:18:27 Meanwhile in the house Bradley was deep in thought

01:18:30 Kevin smiled slightly and asked Bradley. What are you waiting for?

01:18:34 I'm your only chance to get out of this if you let Lily and Dorothy go now the Jones family may forgive you

01:18:42 Don't risk losing everything and spending decades in prison. I know you don't really want to hurt Lily

01:18:48 Bradley didn't buy it. Shut up. How the hell do you know what's right for me?

01:18:54 Kevin broke into a big grin. I know because I'm Lily's husband

01:18:59 Not you you want her but you can't have her when Lily heard Kevin say this she broke into tears again

01:19:07 Of course, she knew what Kevin was thinking. He wanted to get Bradley so pissed off that he'd be willing to exchange hostages a

01:19:13 Second later Bradley pointed his knife at Kevin you want to be a hero and save this damsel in distress

01:19:20 Okay, you get your wish put your hands over your head and slowly walk over here

01:19:26 Not so fast Kevin shot back. I wasn't born yesterday

01:19:30 If I come over what is there to keep you from changing your mind?

01:19:35 He paused for a moment and said we'll count to three when we get to three

01:19:39 I'll walk over to you and you'll let Lily and her mom go Bradley agreed

01:19:43 Okay, but no tricks

01:19:46 At the count of three Kevin slowly walked over as he brushed past Lily. He whispered Lily. Don't be afraid

01:19:53 You're safe now. Don't wait for me

01:19:55 When Lily heard him she trembled as she walked towards the door

01:20:00 She turned her head and saw Bradley grabbed Kevin and put the knife to his neck

01:20:04 Kevin didn't resist at all. He just looked at Lily calmly

01:20:07 Dorothy grabbed Lily's wrist and pulled her out of the room Lily. Let's get out of here

01:20:12 When they got outside the house their family quickly surrounded them and made sure they hadn't been harmed

01:20:18 Little Dorothy Lily. Are you all right? Grandma Jones rushed over and gave them a hug

01:20:25 Grandma, we're fine. Lily replied softly. Thank goodness. Now, let's go. It's too dangerous here

01:20:33 Grandma Jones turned around to head back to their car, but grandma Kevin is still inside

01:20:38 Lily shouted when Dorothy heard her daughter say that she couldn't believe her ears, but honey, we're out now

01:20:45 Why do you still care about that good-for-nothing?

01:20:48 Grandma Jones kept walking when she got to officer image. She said to her we're ready to leave now

01:20:55 The seasoned officer looked at her in surprise

01:20:59 Isn't that person inside a member of your family? No, we have nothing to do with him Dorothy replied coldly

01:21:05 Ignoring Lily's resistance. She pulled her daughter by the arm and left

01:21:10 Dorothy didn't care what would happen to Kevin, but what about hi guys Kevin here

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01:21:33 Since Dorothy didn't close the door behind her when she walked out Bradley and Kevin could see them walk to safety and leave Kevin behind

01:21:43 Inside the house Bradley mocked his hostage. Huh? Well Kevin

01:21:49 It looks like we can finally see just how much Lily's family really cares about you

01:21:54 We've never really been that close Kevin answered calmly to him. The most important thing was that Lily was safe now

01:22:01 Yeah, I'm sure you don't care what they think

01:22:05 Bradley said sarcastically

01:22:08 But Kevin didn't care what Bradley thought or even what the Joneses thought

01:22:12 He decided to push things a little further and asked aren't you curious why Williams media suddenly pulled its support?

01:22:20 They even withdrew all the funds that were invested in your project

01:22:24 How did you know that Bradley asked?

01:22:26 Bradley had never told anyone that he was backed by Williams media in almost nobody knew that they'd pulled out

01:22:33 Even Dorothy and Lily only found out when he told them about it a little while ago

01:22:38 But how did Kevin this nobody know so much about his business?

01:22:42 Kevin smirked and asked him did someone at Williams media tell you that you'd offended someone

01:22:49 I'll bet you don't even know who it was

01:22:52 How the hell would you know Bradley was pissed the knife shook a little in his hand as he took this information in

01:22:59 Meanwhile out in the street a police officer suddenly ran up to officer Emmett

01:23:04 The concern showed in his voice as he gave her the update

01:23:08 Ma'am, according to the observers report the hostage just said something that seems to have really upset the suspect

01:23:14 Are there any further details? What are they doing now?

01:23:18 Emmett said she was exhausted by the whole ordeal, especially trying to get cooperation from the Jones family

01:23:25 But she was trained to keep herself together and be patient

01:23:28 Just as she was about to give the order for the sniper to take a shot as soon as he had a clear line of sight

01:23:35 On the kidnapper another officer ran up to her with a puzzled look on his face. He reported

01:23:41 Ma'am for some unknown reason the kidnapper suddenly knelt down in front of the hostage

01:23:47 What did you say?

01:23:48 Officer Emmett was obviously shocked at this development

01:23:51 She quickly walked to the vantage point across the street from the house and took a pair of binoculars from one of the SWAT team members

01:23:58 She definitely saw Bradley kneeling in front of Kevin then Bradley threw his knife on the floor

01:24:05 What the hell is going on Emmett couldn't help but ask

01:24:09 Nobody could have predicted this outcome

01:24:13 It was the first time that any of them had ever seen a kidnapper kneel in front of their hostage

01:24:17 Of course, none of them could possibly know that Kevin had just revealed his true identity to Bradley

01:24:24 At first Bradley didn't believe it. He thought that Kevin was just a bum

01:24:28 How could he be related to the family that owned Williams media?

01:24:32 But when Kevin took out his phone and showed Bradley his bank balance, he believed him

01:24:38 Bradley was overwhelmed. It was like his whole world had turned upside down

01:24:43 He would never have believed that the person Williams media said he had offended was Kevin the most useless person

01:24:51 He knew or so he thought

01:24:53 Sobbing uncontrollably Bradley hugged Kevin's leg and said please sir. I beg you to let me go. This was all my fault

01:25:02 Kevin thought for a moment

01:25:05 Bradley as long as you sincerely admit your mistake, I can't let you go

01:25:10 But don't forget that you broke in the law. Even if I forgive you all those police out in the street won't be so generous

01:25:17 That's fine with me. Mr. Williams after all nobody really got hurt

01:25:22 Bradley blubbered to him Kevin was much more terrifying than the police waiting for him outside

01:25:29 As long as Kevin was serious about letting him go then maybe he could return to his former life after he got out of prison

01:25:35 At least he'd have a chance

01:25:38 Kevin said firmly. All right, you can go outside and surrender

01:25:42 After you get out of prison if I never see your face again, then I won't press charges

01:25:47 What did Kevin care what happened to Bradley now?

01:25:51 Then Kevin pushed him aside and walked out of the front door

01:25:55 With a curious expression on her face Emmett walked up to Kevin and asked are you hurt sir?

01:26:00 Thank you for your concern. I'm fine. Kevin shrugged the shoulders if there's nothing more. I think I'd like to leave

01:26:08 Emmett would have liked nothing better after this strange event, but there was always paperwork to do

01:26:14 I'd like you to go back to the station with us first to make a statement. Do you have time right now?

01:26:19 I'm sorry, you replied, but I still have some things to do. So it isn't convenient for me at the moment

01:26:25 All right, then please give me your phone number

01:26:28 I'll contact you if we need any further information for this case as Emmett sent this she took out her phone and opened her contact list

01:26:36 Just as Emmett was about to say something else Bradley was brought out of his house by a group of officers in bulletproof vests

01:26:45 He was in handcuffs and tried his best to avoid having his face filmed by the news crews that had set up in his neighbor's yard

01:26:52 Kevin turned around and walked away. He had already made up his mind to never go back to the Jones family

01:26:59 He would buy a place closer to his office

01:27:01 Suddenly a line of limousines pulled up along the curb

01:27:06 Cook quickly got out of the lead car and gave Kevin a warm handshake and a pat on the shoulder

01:27:12 Kevin I've been looking for you for hours. Are you alright?

01:27:15 Let's get out of here and I'll tell you all about it. Kevin said as he followed cook to his limo

01:27:20 Emmett watched all of this and took a mental note

01:27:23 Of course, she knew what kind of person Mitchell cook was even the chief of police had to be polite to him

01:27:30 But cook practically gave Kevin a hug

01:27:33 Just who is this Kevin Williams? Anyway, Emmett wondered a

01:27:37 Little while later cook was in his office at the Whitsler Hotel

01:27:42 Drake was standing contritely in front of Kevin. You could see beads of sweat starting to form on his forehead

01:27:49 Cook spoke first. I hope you can forgive me. Mr. Williams. It's my fault that Drake offended you

01:27:56 Then he walked over to Drake and gave him a patronizing pat on the cheek

01:27:59 What do you have to say for yourself Drake? I had no idea who you were. Mr. Williams, but I do now

01:28:06 Please let me go. I'll do anything you want to make it up to you

01:28:10 Drake was actually trembling with fear

01:28:13 Kevin thought for a moment and then realized that Drake could be of some use to him. Sure

01:28:18 I'll let you go, but I'll just ask for one thing in return

01:28:21 You're going to keep an eye on Jason Jones for me from now on

01:28:25 Thank you, sir. Drake was grateful, but Kevin didn't say anything more to him

01:28:30 He didn't even bother to look at him then Kevin looked at cook and said thanks for setting up this little get-together

01:28:37 I have something to take care of so I can't hang around

01:28:40 Give me a call so we can finish that lunch that got interrupted a

01:28:44 Couple of days later Kevin went to a real estate agent down by the loop in downtown, Chicago

01:28:50 With his sleeve he wiped the sweat off his forehead

01:28:53 It was a hot day and he couldn't feel any breeze from the lake to help cool him off

01:28:58 Damn took me two hours to get here Kevin muttered to himself as he walked into the reception area

01:29:06 Hello, sir. Is there anything I can help you with a staff member asked as she walked up to greet him

01:29:11 Kevin scratched his chin and said hesitantly

01:29:14 I'm looking for a condo

01:29:18 I'm sorry, but we're on a break right now. The listings are over here in this corner. Feel free to take a look as

01:29:25 Usual Kevin had dressed down so he didn't look like he could afford much of anything

01:29:30 They sized him up and decided not to waste any time with him

01:29:34 After all the lowest price condo they had available was a studio for about three hundred thousand dollars

01:29:40 There's no way this guy could afford even that

01:29:43 On a break Kevin thought to himself then why even let him in the door?

01:29:49 The agent repeated. I'm sorry, sir

01:29:52 We're really on a break right now. Our lowest offering is three hundred thousand if there's nothing else we can do for you

01:29:58 Please show yourself out

01:30:00 She really wasn't interested in helping him at all

01:30:03 Was she the agent had already made up her mind that Kevin was probably working on the construction site down the street

01:30:09 He just came in to look around and enjoy the air conditioning. At least that's what she assumed

01:30:15 At that moment two people walked up Kevin was startled to see them in a chode on the space

01:30:21 Heaven what are you doing here? Lily asked she sounded a little embarrassed

01:30:28 Kevin didn't answer her question. He just looked at the man standing next to her

01:30:32 What's this Kevin thought to himself? I've only been gone for two days and you can't wait to start looking for a new husband

01:30:39 The man with Lily suddenly blurted out

01:30:42 Lily, what did you just say? This is Kevin that useless ex-husband of yours

01:30:49 This was Grant butcher the perfect son-in-law Dorothy had just found for Lily

01:30:55 When the real estate agent saw Garrett, she immediately walked up to him with a flattering smile

01:31:00 Why mr. Butcher what brings you in today?

01:31:03 the enthusiasm she showed was the exact opposite of the indifference and

01:31:09 Impatience she had just shown when speaking to Kevin. I

01:31:13 Just took my fiance to take a look at the home you recommended. Please go back to what you were doing

01:31:19 We'll just browse some more listings Garrett said with a smile

01:31:23 The agent thanked him and smiled then she turned around and said to Kevin. Why are you still here?

01:31:29 Please leave or I'll ask security to show you out

01:31:32 But Kevin didn't pay any attention to her. He just kept staring at Lily

01:31:37 Kevin, please understand. It's my mother as

01:31:41 Lily's voice trailed off. She turned her head away. Oh

01:31:44 Now I understand Kevin was relieved to find out that this was Dorothy's idea not Lily's

01:31:52 Then Garrett turned to speak to the agent. How can you let someone like this in here? He's smelling up the place

01:31:59 I'm very sorry. Mr. Butcher. I already asked him to leave but he just won't listen to me

01:32:04 The agent was getting more and more irritated at Kevin because of him. She had just been scolded by her manager

01:32:11 Just as she was about to call the security guards to make Kevin leave Garrett reached out to stop her

01:32:18 Then Garrett had a thought he could use Kevin to show Lily how successful he was

01:32:23 That was sure to raise him up a notch or two in her eyes

01:32:27 You're Kevin Williams, aren't you and Dorothy told me about your situation

01:32:32 You and Lily were married for about three years, weren't you? Garrett didn't care if he pushed some of Kevin's buttons

01:32:39 He wanted to look assertive

01:32:41 What business is it of yours? She's still my wife Kevin answered. He was pretty ticked off at this nonsense

01:32:49 You've really got some nerve Garrett shot back and Dorothy told me that she would let Lily divorce you as soon as possible

01:32:56 So from now on please don't interfere in her life. I'll take good care of her

01:33:01 Kevin shook his head. What the heck was this? He and Lily hadn't even gotten a divorce yet

01:33:07 What did he say to you Garrett turned around and asked the agent?

01:33:11 He said he wanted to buy a condo. She answered then she gave Kevin a sour look

01:33:18 Buy a condo Garrett laughed. I hate to tell you this, but we sell high-end real estate here

01:33:25 Do you think you'd even qualify for a mortgage?

01:33:27 Well, I don't think that's really up to you. Kevin retorted. Are you in charge here? Yes

01:33:34 Garrett said as he straightened his tie. I'm the manager

01:33:38 That's nice. Kevin took a good look at Garrett and pulled this phone out of his pocket to make a call

01:33:45 Just then Rachel suddenly walked up to them

01:33:48 Why Lily? What are you doing here?

01:33:51 Rachel what a coincidence

01:33:54 however, Lily was in a pretty bad mood and she wasn't up for any small talk even with Rachel I

01:33:59 Came here

01:34:02 Rachel didn't even finish what she was saying when she saw Kevin making a call on his phone her expression immediately changed

01:34:09 Kevin how you doing boss

01:34:13 Kevin gave Rachel a slight nod and turned his back on the group to continuous call

01:34:18 Lily who's this Garrett asked? This is my best friend Rachel Lily replied faintly

01:34:24 Rachel added as she smiled and held on to Lily's arm. We're like sisters

01:34:30 Garrett seemed to understand now. So you're Lily's sister. I'm the manager. You're here to tour the property, right?

01:34:39 Garrett smiled and reached out to shake her hand. I'm Lily's boyfriend and Dorothy introduced us to each other

01:34:45 Since we'll be married soon. I guess I'll be your brother-in-law from now on take a look around

01:34:51 There's a place here that you like I can give you a family discount

01:34:55 Garrett made sure that he looked over at Kevin proudly like he was saying see you don't stand a chance against me

01:35:02 He wasn't ready for Rachel's response though. She shouted at him

01:35:08 Who do you think you are?

01:35:10 You don't deserve someone as nice as Lily in my only brother-in-law's Kevin. Who the hell are you?

01:35:17 In shock over her best friend sudden shift Lily wondered what had changed Rachel's opinion of Kevin

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01:35:45 When Rachel finished speaking she looked over at Kevin and saw that he had just finished his call

01:35:52 Garrett objected to Rachel's put downs and snap back at her. What do you know?

01:35:57 Listen, I'm Lily's new boyfriend and aunt Dorothy wants us to get married. So what do you say to that?

01:36:03 Do you think you deserve her?

01:36:06 Rachel turned and put her hand on Lily's arm Lily. How can you even be with a schmuck like this?

01:36:12 Rachel felt helpless. She never expected Lily to actually abandon Kevin then she thought to herself

01:36:19 Maybe she still doesn't know who Kevin really is

01:36:23 Lily looked directly at Kevin and narrowed her eyes

01:36:26 My mother arranged it all she still couldn't say no to her family

01:36:31 Hearing this Rachel instantly understood and shook her head helplessly

01:36:35 Garrett didn't like Rachel's reaction at all

01:36:38 Lily your friend seems to have already made up her mind about me. What have I done wrong?

01:36:43 By then Kevin had finished his call and walked back over to them

01:36:48 He stared intently at Garrett, but before Kevin could say anything Garrett spoke again

01:36:54 What are you still standing here for? This isn't a grocery store. Not everyone could just walk in here off the street

01:37:01 Well, what if I want to buy one of your properties Kevin asked nonchalantly with what Garrett asked?

01:37:08 Did Lily give you some of her money?

01:37:10 Kevin almost laughed out loud when he heard that why would he ask Lily for money?

01:37:16 Lily interrupted them and spoke up to Garrett. You have no idea what you're talking about. No Kevin didn't ask me for any money

01:37:24 Kevin snickered a little and said I don't really like you Garrett

01:37:29 But your company does have some good properties, you know, I think I'll buy the best one of your listings Kevin continued

01:37:36 Since you're the manager here, you can probably answer this which one is the best

01:37:41 Wow, and Dorothy said you're worthless, but you sure are good at bragging

01:37:47 Garrett said he walked to a model on a table by the front window

01:37:51 Pointing at the beautiful tower. He said this is the Corwin Tower

01:37:56 You've probably seen it going up a few blocks from here. The penthouse is available for anyone who can afford the price tag

01:38:03 8 million dollars

01:38:05 Garrett turned around and gave Kevin a pretentious look and asked him. Can you afford it?

01:38:10 Kevin saw that Rachel was about to say something and he put his finger to his lips to ask her to be quiet

01:38:17 That's what I thought Garrett said this would be a good time for you to leave

01:38:24 Kevin didn't say anything. He just smiled

01:38:26 Who said I can't afford it? He replied

01:38:30 Didn't you hear what I said the penthouse costs 8 million?

01:38:34 Garrett said in a very snotty tone

01:38:36 Kevin ignored him

01:38:39 He just took out a black card from his wallet and looked at the rude agent who had greeted him when he walked in

01:38:44 Then he walked over and handed it to a different agent the one who was standing near the reception desk

01:38:51 Wait Garrett stopped her as she was about to go into the back room and swipe the card

01:38:56 Isn't this your first day of work? That's not the proper procedure

01:39:00 That's when the agent realized that Kevin's card didn't even have a name on it. I

01:39:06 Guess the only way to find out if my card is good is to swipe it Kevin said confidently

01:39:12 Just then Garrett's phone rang when he saw the caller ID. He quickly stepped away and answered the call

01:39:19 Kevin spoke calmly to the agent who was still holding on to his card

01:39:23 Unsure of what to do next

01:39:26 It looks like your manager is on the phone. Go ahead and swipe my card. He smiled and added for the full amount

01:39:33 Yes, sir. Please. Wait a moment

01:39:36 She didn't actually believe that Kevin had that much money on his card, but she thought she would give it a try anyway

01:39:42 Where did you get that black card?

01:39:45 Lily asked him Lily knew about this type of card from work her boss had negotiated with the CEO from an international

01:39:52 Corporation who used it for major expenses?

01:39:55 She decided to look into it and found out as much information as she could

01:40:00 It was even more exclusive than the Sapphire Bank card way more

01:40:04 So when Kevin took out the card, she recognized it at a glance

01:40:08 The agent returned after a couple of minutes. She was incredibly excited

01:40:14 Sir, I'm sorry to keep you waiting

01:40:16 It's the transaction complete Kevin asked as he reached out to take his card back. Yes, sir

01:40:22 She said with a huge smile. You are now the new owner of the top two floors of the Corwin Tower

01:40:28 This is my first day. So I'm sure someone else will go over the paperwork with you

01:40:33 She was new to the company. But one thing she did know was she would be getting an enormous commission

01:40:40 What did you just say the root agent the one who had met Kevin earlier at the door was shocked

01:40:45 Miss Moore this gentleman has just bought the Corwin Tower penthouse and he paid in full

01:40:52 She explained to her trainer the young woman could barely contain her excitement and I get a 2% commission

01:40:59 Kevin looked at her name tag. Well, Lisa, it looks like you earned a hundred and sixty thousand dollars today

01:41:07 Garrett finished his call and walked back to them. You still haven't left. Yes, Kevin Kevin just grinned

01:41:14 Garrett in his smug way told him if you can buy the Corwin Tower penthouse. I will personally kiss your ass

01:41:22 Are you sure you want to make that bet?

01:41:24 Remember, there are a lot of witnesses here Kevin replied. Yes, that's what I said

01:41:31 Garrett straightened up and lifted his chin in a very snooty way

01:41:36 Rachel started to laugh hysterically

01:41:38 By now, there was a fairly large group of employees and customers watching

01:41:42 They'd been drawn in by the argument between Kevin and Garrett and they didn't want to miss the show

01:41:47 But mr. Butcher this gentleman has already bought the Corwin Tower penthouse Lisa told him what did you say?

01:41:55 Garrett spun around and looked at her. It's not a mistake. Sir. This gentleman just brought the property his credit was good

01:42:02 She replied meekly

01:42:04 Garrett's jaw dropped

01:42:06 Will that be the left cheek or the right Kevin inquired politely?

01:42:11 Never not for someone like you Garrett exploded the people in the crowd began to whisper and some of them were even giggling

01:42:19 Are you sure Kevin asked him? Nope, and there's not a thing you can do about it

01:42:25 Garrett replied how dare you talk to me like this. I'm not afraid of you. I work for the Williams Corporation

01:42:32 Wow, I'm really impressed

01:42:35 Kevin said in an obviously sarcastic tone, but the onlookers were definitely impressed

01:42:41 They started talking about how important the Williams Corporation was and how they were building all the high-end real estate in the area

01:42:49 Rachel who had already seen the extent of Kevin's influence couldn't believe what she was hearing

01:42:54 Yes, he said in a very matter-of-fact way

01:42:58 I'm very high up in the organization a good for nothing like you wouldn't even be able to get through our company's gate

01:43:04 just then everyone turned to see a distinguished looking middle-aged man rush through the front door and

01:43:11 Race up to Garrett saying you are no longer an employee of the Williams Corporation. Please turn in your access badge

01:43:19 Director Turner, what are you doing here? Garrett didn't understand why one of the Williams directors was in his office

01:43:27 It's a good thing. I came down here. I wouldn't know how you treat our customers

01:43:31 After saying this Turner pulled Garrett's name badge off his suit jacket

01:43:36 Then he walked up to Kevin

01:43:38 Lily who thought that Turner was about to turn his wrath on Kevin stepped between them and said

01:43:43 Director Turner, please don't misunderstand

01:43:46 Kevin didn't deliberately cause any trouble here

01:43:49 Turner knew that Kevin liked to keep a low profile when he noticed that his CEO was giving him a look that said

01:43:57 Don't tell them who I am

01:43:59 He smiled kindly at Lily and told her ma'am. That's not my intention at all as a matter of fact

01:44:05 I want to apologize to this gentleman the crowd

01:44:08 Especially the employees realized that Turner was one of the Williams executives

01:44:14 Lily nodded even though she was still so confused by the whole situation

01:44:18 Turner approached Kevin very politely and said

01:44:23 Sir, I'm really sorry that mr. Butcher was put in a position of authority at our company

01:44:28 He was obviously very unprofessional toward you. Please accept our apologies

01:44:33 On the way over to the office Turner had gotten a call from miss Wilson Kevin's chief of staff

01:44:38 She explained the situation and also sent the video surveillance from the office's security system

01:44:45 And he watched it on his phone. It was damning evidence. I

01:44:51 Accept your apology. Mr. Turner, but if you don't fire this man in the future

01:44:56 Kevin didn't finish his sentence, of course, sir

01:44:59 Turner understood right away what Kevin meant he turned around to face Garrett and then pointed at the door, please leave

01:45:07 Director Turner, please. You can't fire me Vice President Ambrose is my uncle. Let me call him

01:45:14 Garrett pulled out his phone and called his uncle

01:45:18 Uncle Ed help director Turner said he wants to fire me Garrett shouted into his phone

01:45:24 Don't panic Garrett. Where are you? I'll be right there

01:45:29 Everyone could hear mr. Ambrose's deep voice coming from the earpiece

01:45:33 Turner snatched the phone from Garrett's hand and told him

01:45:37 We're in the core wind tower sales office when you get here. We'll all be in. Mr. Butcher's office. Then he hung up the phone

01:45:45 Turner looked at Kevin and said sir. I hate to trouble you. But could you please come with me to the office?

01:45:51 He continued to explain the vice president is a reasonable man as long as you explain to him what happened

01:45:58 I think he'll understand the situation

01:46:00 Although Turner was an important manager in the company. His position was only slightly higher than Garrett's

01:46:07 He had to be careful not to provoke someone like Vice President Ambrose

01:46:12 Edward Ambrose Kevin asked that's him Turner nodded

01:46:17 Kevin looked over at Lily and then walked towards the elevator with Turner and Garrett

01:46:22 Rachel do you think something will happen to Kevin Lily asked nervously?

01:46:27 Don't worry. Kevin will be fine Rachel patted Lily's back to comfort her

01:46:32 Rachel wasn't worried about Kevin at all

01:46:36 However, Kevin had already told her his secret and she didn't dare to tell Lily his true identity

01:46:41 Not just because she had given her word but because she didn't want her husband to lose his job

01:46:47 The elevator stopped on the 14th floor where Garrett's office was located

01:46:52 Director Turner I advise you to leave before my uncle arrives

01:46:56 You're only a regional manager and there's no need for you to lose your job over this

01:47:01 Garrett sat back in his chair and put his feet on the desk

01:47:06 Garrett do you really think your uncle can save you this time?

01:47:09 Turner said as he shook his head. I sure do. My uncle is the vice president of the company

01:47:15 He can easily fire you if you want my advice. You shouldn't help this nobody

01:47:21 Remember, my uncle also has the power to promote you

01:47:24 Does Edward Ambrose really have so much authority in Williams media Kevin asked Garrett was surprised

01:47:32 Do you know my uncle?

01:47:35 Kevin ignored his question. It seems like the company isn't as well organized as I thought Kevin said to himself. I

01:47:42 Really don't know what Lily sees in you Garrett sneered. I don't care what you think and don't forget

01:47:50 She's still my wife Kevin said in one more thing. You don't get to call Lily by her name

01:47:57 You're nobody you couldn't hold a candle to me Garrett's expression showed his disdain

01:48:04 That's enough Garrett Turner snapped

01:48:07 Director Turner my uncle will be here soon. He said this confidently without even looking at him when his uncle arrived

01:48:15 He planned to have him make Turner apologize

01:48:17 How dare you fire me especially in front of my employees you won't get away with this

01:48:23 Garrett thought to himself a few minutes later the office door opened forcefully in a deep arrogant voice Garrett's uncle Ambrose

01:48:31 Snarled Mark Turner. How dare you fire one of my employees?

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01:48:57 Lily was still upset that Jason had stolen the credit for her success with Williams Media

01:49:02 And he did it right in front of the whole family at the celebration banquet

01:49:06 Jason continued to chip away at Lily's accomplishment telling Grandma Jones

01:49:11 For the sake of the family no matter how much I suffer. I'm willing to carry on the struggle

01:49:16 I heard that Williams Media signed a new client named Brittany Davis just a few days ago. I want to fight for it tomorrow

01:49:24 I'll help us negotiate the packaging contract for this new client. What do you think?

01:49:29 Since the Jones family had already established a basic partnership with Williams Media

01:49:34 The packaging deal for a new client would definitely be very easy to negotiate

01:49:39 Jason knew that now he had a real opportunity

01:49:42 As long as he got Brittany's packaging deal his grandmother would definitely give him all the credit for the family success

01:49:49 Grandma Jones was very satisfied to see him working so hard

01:49:54 J. J. You are indeed the most responsible one here. You're an asset to our family and to our company

01:50:01 I'll leave it all up to you. You're going to do a great job

01:50:05 After hearing Grandma Jones's words Lily felt very uneasy

01:50:10 She and Dorothy looked at each other and her mother could only lightly pat her hand under the table

01:50:16 Why the heck did Grandma Jones like Jason so much now that she had made up her mind to leave this matter up to him

01:50:23 What else could they do?

01:50:25 Tonight's banquet originally belonged to Lily but not anymore

01:50:28 Jason had snatched Lily's credit with a few words and now he was the star of the show

01:50:33 Although Lily felt torn up inside. She didn't show it after all she knew she wasn't Grandma Jones's favorite in the family

01:50:41 Jason grabbed the opportunity to look generous

01:50:44 Today, it's my treat even drink all that you want. I'm paying he waved his wallet at the head waiter

01:50:52 Jason sat down and waved at the waiter again

01:50:54 Waiter go and get a bottle of your best wine for every table

01:50:58 I want the best and most expensive wine you have hurry up

01:51:02 The waiter was about to show him the wine list

01:51:05 But when he heard him say that he nodded and went to get the wine from the cellar

01:51:09 After all the wine was served Jason raised his glass and stood up happily

01:51:14 Let's have a toast. Let's celebrate the signing of our new client contract with Williams Media tomorrow eat up

01:51:22 Drink up. Let's party all night

01:51:24 Everyone stood up and raised their glasses to toast Jason after all his status in the family had just gone up a notch or two

01:51:32 When the banquet was coming to an end Jason was unable to stand upright

01:51:37 His eyes were blurry as he called for the waiter to come over

01:51:41 He then pulled the card from his wallet and said use my card to pay the bill

01:51:47 That's a Luxe Bank Sapphire card. Someone recognized Jason's credit card and immediately cried out in surprise

01:51:54 Those who were close to him couldn't help but widen their eyes when they saw the ultra high-end card in his hand

01:52:00 The Luxe Bank card wasn't something that just anyone could get the most basic card

01:52:07 the silver card had a limit of

01:52:09 $25,000 a gold card went up to

01:52:12 $50,000 in the Sapphire card that Jason took out had a limit of a hundred thousand dollars

01:52:17 Jason's personal wealth was about six million, but that didn't reflect how much cash he had on hand

01:52:24 So it took Jason nearly three years to save up enough to get this exclusive card. He'd only had it for two days

01:52:31 Jason looked over at Phoebe who was seated next to him and he couldn't help but feel a sense of pride

01:52:37 This was such a good opportunity to show off in front of Miss Anderson

01:52:41 Naturally, he couldn't resist

01:52:44 When Phoebe saw Jason's Luxe Bank Sapphire card, she couldn't help but look at him differently

01:52:50 Although she was a rising star in the Anderson family. She only had around two million in the bank

01:52:56 That's why she had the Luxe Bank gold card, which was one grade lower than Jason's

01:53:02 Although she had previously said that she could double the price to buy her own dream lover necklace

01:53:08 She was secretly going to ask her father to pay for it

01:53:12 Feeling Phoebe's gaze on him. Jason felt even more excited. He sat up straight

01:53:17 You can do whatever you want. I'll pay for everyone here tonight. However, that table isn't included

01:53:23 The table he pointed at was the one where Kevin was sitting

01:53:27 Because Kevin hadn't been fully accepted by the Jones family very few people were willing to sit at the same table as him

01:53:33 The people who did choose to sit with him weren't as wealthy or popular as the rest of the guests

01:53:39 Jason simply didn't care if he offended them. He continued to push Kevin's buttons

01:53:45 Kevin do you have any money? Don't tell me you can't even afford to pay and you still need to beg money from your wife

01:53:52 Jason stood up unsteadily staggering to Kevin's side and patted him on the shoulder

01:53:57 Kevin smiled and didn't say anything

01:54:00 Jason pulled his hand away with a look of contempt in his eyes and turned to look at Phoebe

01:54:05 Miss Anderson you like the dream lover, don't you?

01:54:09 I have a lot of friends and connections. Don't worry. I will definitely help you buy it

01:54:14 Phoebe nodded her head slightly in response to the spectacle. There was still no smile on her stoic yet elegant face

01:54:22 Thank you for the kind offer. Mr. Jones. She replied

01:54:27 Jason was about to say something else

01:54:30 But at that moment the waiter who had taken his Sapphire card to pay the bill walked quickly over to him

01:54:37 Mr. Jones, I'm very sorry. The limit on this card isn't high enough to pay for tonight's bill

01:54:41 Are you kidding me? This card has a hundred thousand dollar limit and you're telling me it's not enough for tonight's meal

01:54:49 Jason looked at the waiter in disbelief

01:54:52 He reached out to grab the man's collar, but he was stopped by the people around him at his table

01:54:57 After all, this was the Whitsler Hotel

01:55:00 Jason was a little drunk, but most of the people were still very sober

01:55:05 This was not the time or place to cause trouble

01:55:08 The waiter took a step back and looked at Jason with an odd mix of horror and surprise in his eyes

01:55:13 I'm sorry, but I forgot to tell you. Mr. Jones. You've spent over a hundred and ten thousand dollars tonight

01:55:20 That sobered Jason up right away

01:55:23 110 thousand dollars. What were they eating gold?

01:55:29 You're a thief get your manager here right now

01:55:34 Kevin watched the whole scene without saying a word and finally he couldn't help laughing

01:55:38 Jason was really a dope. He pretended to be an uber rich person all day

01:55:44 Then he made a mess of the whole evening

01:55:47 It started when he asked the waiter to serve him a bottle of the hotel's best wine for each table

01:55:53 Others may not have seen it coming

01:55:55 But Kevin knew right away it would be a problem

01:55:57 The hotel served them one of the top wines in the world a grand cru from Burgundy in France

01:56:04 The retail price of this wine was as high as five thousand dollars per bottle

01:56:08 Not a wise decision on Jason's part

01:56:11 Seeing him reacting like this. The waiter was in no good mood to argue with him

01:56:16 He turned around and called the hotel manager over when the hotel manager arrived at his table

01:56:22 Jason stepped up to him angrily and asked loudly

01:56:25 This is how you do business. You're nothing but a thief

01:56:30 I'm going to file a complaint with the state liquor control commission. I have friends downtown

01:56:35 The hotel manager smiled and said calmly

01:56:38 Mr. Jones, you said that I should serve you our best wine

01:56:43 That's what I did because you needed 20 bottles for the entire room. We gave you our best price

01:56:50 You actually saved almost $18,000 your complaints will be thrown out by the Commission

01:56:58 You bastard if this wine is so rare. How come you're able to sell more than 20 bottles at a time?

01:57:03 Who are you trying to fool? You're making a big mistake

01:57:07 Jason reached out to grab the hotel managers lapels just then an extremely calm voice came from the entrance of the banquet hall

01:57:16 What seems to be the problem here?

01:57:19 Everyone looked over and saw a man in an Armani suit walking towards Jason

01:57:25 Behind him was a group of burly looking men in black suits

01:57:29 As soon as grandma jones saw the man in the Armani suit, she quickly stood up and walked up to him

01:57:34 Mr. Cook, I'm very sorry about this misunderstanding

01:57:39 My grandson sometimes drinks a little too much and makes bad decisions

01:57:44 I'm sure that we can find another way to settle this

01:57:47 After she said that she offered her hand to the hotel owner as gesture of goodwill

01:57:53 When everyone saw how much respect grandma jones was showing toward the man. They realized Jason put them in a bad position

01:58:00 Mitchell cook wasn't just the owner of the Whitsler hotel. He was also well known as one of the most influential men in Chicago

01:58:07 Definitely a big shot. You didn't want to mess with

01:58:11 When he saw mr. Cook Jason sobered up completely

01:58:15 But now he was covered in a layer of cold sweat

01:58:18 His hands trembling he quickly let go of the hotel manager suit

01:58:23 He even reached out to help smooth the wrinkles on his lapels

01:58:26 The hotel manager snorted his boss had appeared and he felt even more confident. He said to Jason sarcastically

01:58:34 Your jones family is pretty famous in Chicago since you asked for the best wine. How could you refuse to pay?

01:58:42 Jason didn't have the time to wipe the beads of sweat that kept flowing down to space. He snapped his finger and said

01:58:49 I won't go back on my word. We'll pay for it

01:58:53 As he spoke he gave a pleading look towards his grandmother. He couldn't possibly scrape together

01:58:58 $400,000 this evening

01:59:01 He unconsciously took a step towards grandma jones like he was going to use her to shield him from Mitchell cook

01:59:07 Grandma jones sighed and forced a smile at mr. Cook

01:59:11 It was our fault for what happened tonight. Mr. Cook, please don't hold it against us and don't worry

01:59:18 We'll get you the money right away

01:59:20 After saying that she turned to the jones family members who were in the banquet hall

01:59:24 We can't let jj pay all the expenses tonight. Each of you should contribute

01:59:30 $5,000 the rest of the money will be paid by jj and me

01:59:35 Everyone nodded in agreement. They had no choice, but they wanted to look like they were okay with it

01:59:41 However, two of them couldn't hide their concern and wore very embarrassed expressions on their faces

01:59:48 Lily and dorothy it would be pretty tough for them to come up with five thousand dollars for this meal

01:59:53 What was really unfair was that they'd barely touched the wine

01:59:57 The four million dollars that kevin gave lily had already been used for her emergency expenses. So they didn't have any extra money left over

02:00:06 Jason who had learned nothing from all of this asked her

02:00:09 Lily, why are you looking so upset? Don't tell me you can't even come up with five thousand. Don't you want to pitch in?

02:00:18 Lily saw that everyone was looking at her because of jason's insulting remarks. She tried to control her breathing and calm down

02:00:25 We have five thousand dollars kevin suddenly interrupted lily his back was facing jason. Mr

02:00:32 Cook and the others so they hadn't noticed him yet

02:00:35 The moment mitchell cook heard kevin's voice his expression changed dramatically

02:00:41 May I ask who you are? Mr. Cook queried with a very slight quiver in his usually calm voice

02:00:47 The others probably didn't pick up on it, but kevin could

02:00:50 He shook his head in grint

02:00:53 Jason saw that mr. Cook had suddenly taken an interest in kevin. He thought that kevin's actions had somehow offended the man

02:01:01 He tried to protect himself by addressing the boss

02:01:05 Mr. Cook, please don't be angry. This man isn't even a true member of our family

02:01:10 He married into it. If you don't like him do whatever you want. Just don't take it out on the rest of us

02:01:15 Get lost. Mr. Cook glared at jason as he gestured for him to get out of the way

02:01:21 Kevin stood up turned around and looked calmly at mr

02:01:25 Cook an expression of pure joy and excitement instantly appeared on the man's face

02:01:32 He hadn't seen kevin in seven years and he certainly hadn't expected to see him at the whitsler hotel today

02:01:38 Long time. No, see

02:01:41 Kevin said as he greeted his old friend with a smile

02:01:44 His expression was relaxed and natural. He completely ignored the stunned members of the jones family

02:01:50 Mr. Cook quickly walked over and gave kevin a warm hug. He looked absolutely thrilled to see him

02:01:57 It's really you. I can't believe it. How are you doing boss?

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02:02:21 The jones family was still trying to straighten out the mess that jason had put them in with the exorbitant bill for the banquet

02:02:29 When the hotel owner, mr. Mitchell cook showed up. He welcomed kevin like an old friend and called him boss

02:02:35 boss

02:02:36 Everyone was stunned

02:02:38 Kevin was mr. Cook's boss

02:02:40 The manager of the hotel who had been working for mitchell cook for many years stood there with his mouth open wide in amazement

02:02:48 He looked at mr. Cook who had uncharacteristically lost his composure and he just couldn't believe it

02:02:55 Was this still the boss who was actually so calm cool and collected in front of them?

02:03:00 I'm, not your boss anymore. Mr. Cook. Just call me kevin

02:03:04 When mr. Cook straightened his back and offered his hand for a more professional greeting

02:03:09 Kevin quickly pulled him back and whispered something in his ear

02:03:12 Life is strange when mitchell cook first walked into the room. Kevin actually saw him, but he wasn't sure what to do

02:03:19 That's why he turned around

02:03:22 To give you some background when he was a teenager

02:03:24 Kevin saved mitchell cook's life

02:03:27 At the time cook was running with a bunch of petty criminals. He had a tough reputation

02:03:32 But after a while, he naturally ended up with a few enemies

02:03:35 Cook had been set up by some of these thugs and they'd beaten him half to death

02:03:40 If kevin who usually traveled with a couple of his family bodyguards hadn't shown up by chance cook would have died

02:03:47 And he wouldn't currently be the owner of the whitsler hotel

02:03:52 Here's how that happened

02:03:54 Sometime later cook wanted to start a business, but he didn't have enough money

02:03:58 It was kevin who provided him with almost a hundred thousand dollars. No strings attached to get his business off the ground

02:04:05 Kevin was shocked to see how his friend mitch as he called him had been able to meet with such great success after just six

02:04:12 or seven years

02:04:14 After cook got the money from kevin he cut all his ties with the area

02:04:18 Mainly to get away from his enemies and have a clean start

02:04:21 He went to chicago alone and started from scratch

02:04:24 Finally, he built the enormous and very luxurious whitsler hotel in chicago

02:04:29 Cook really wanted to track kevin down to thank him, but he was worried that he would bring trouble to kevin and his family

02:04:35 Then about three years ago. He had finally cleaned up his reputation so he could get in touch with the williams family

02:04:42 So he could reconnect with kevin

02:04:44 That's when he found out that kevin had been kicked out of his own family

02:04:49 It wasn't at all what he had expected to hear

02:04:51 He assigned a few of his employees to search for kevin

02:04:55 But they were unable to find any trace of him either online or in the rough parts of town

02:04:59 And now here they were finally seeing each other in person after all these years

02:05:05 Cook thought about everything kevin had done for him and said it's hard to change an old habit boss. Um kevin

02:05:13 You could hear everyone heave a sigh of relief

02:05:17 After all it didn't sound right for such a powerful man to call kevin boss

02:05:21 Still everyone was wondering how kevin and mr. Cook knew each other

02:05:25 Kevin asked his friend if you could just ask the waiter to add my table's bill to the 5 000

02:05:31 I can give you my card to pay

02:05:33 With a big smile. Mr. Cook shook his head and replied

02:05:36 Your money's no good here. Put your card away

02:05:40 He was going to give kevin his meal for free

02:05:43 Then he told the hotel manager that kevin's meals would all be free in the future

02:05:47 Kevin stared at him for a moment and opened his mouth to speak

02:05:51 But cook immediately understood and quickly changed his offer

02:05:55 How about if I give you a discount a 50% discount?

02:05:59 He turned to the hotel manager and said please go add up. Mr. Williams bill and bring it back to me

02:06:05 The hotel manager quickly nodded right away, sir

02:06:10 Grandma jones and jason were shocked to hear that the owner of the hotel actually wanted to give kevin a 50 discount

02:06:16 This was unheard of

02:06:19 Realizing that the rest of the bill still hadn't been paid grandma smiled and walked forward

02:06:24 Mr. Cook, I didn't know that you're friends with our kevin

02:06:28 Since we're paying this bill together. May we have a discount too?

02:06:33 He looked at grandma jones with a smirk and replied calmly

02:06:38 Didn't that guy just say that kevin has nothing to do with your family?

02:06:43 I'm, sorry, but your bills should be paid separately

02:06:47 Grandma jones's face froze. She knew that cook wouldn't give them the same discount

02:06:53 Kevin took a look at the bill after the discount. It was about

02:06:57 2,500

02:06:59 Jason watched this in disbelief

02:07:01 Ha 2,500 bucks kevin. You were just bragging i'd like to see how you could even pay that much

02:07:09 But jason was livid. How could mr. Cook give kevin a 50 discount but not do the same for him?

02:07:14 Meanwhile, lilly and dorothy were very concerned. They really hoped he could cover the bill

02:07:20 Kevin looked at jason who was sneering as he waited to see this all play out

02:07:25 He took his wallet out of his pocket pulled out a bank card and handed it to the hotel manager

02:07:30 Just a moment, sir

02:07:32 The hotel manager slid the card into his portable reader

02:07:36 When jason saw kevin's bank card, he continued to taunt him

02:07:39 A deadbeat who doesn't even have a luxe bank card should be careful how much he spends

02:07:45 One of the others there added. Yeah, i'll bet the hotel manager will tell him that his card wouldn't swipe

02:07:51 another one commented

02:07:54 Kevin really is a jackass. So what if he knows mr. Cook? He doesn't have enough money to pay the bill

02:08:00 I don't think he'll get out of this mess

02:08:03 Listening to what they were all saying about kevin cook turned and gave them an impatient cold stare

02:08:08 He really wanted to go over and shut jason's mouth for him

02:08:12 When jason saw how cook was looking at him his face instantly turned pale his voice trailed off and he sat in awkward silence

02:08:20 The rest of the joneses clammed up, too

02:08:23 Lily stared nervously at the hotel manager afraid that kevin's card would be rejected for lack of funds

02:08:29 Finally, the hotel manager spoke up

02:08:32 All right, mr. Williams the transaction went through here's your card

02:08:36 He politely returned the card to kevin who nodded his thanks and put the card back into his wallet

02:08:41 What?

02:08:43 The transaction went through how was this possible?

02:08:46 Everyone was confused

02:08:49 Lily tugged on kevin's sleeve and leaned into his ear. Where did you get so much money from?

02:08:55 Don't worry. Lily. I just hope you enjoyed the banquet kevin said with a big grin

02:09:01 Lily didn't press the issue now. She really didn't know what to think

02:09:05 Kevin thought for a second and said to her quietly

02:09:08 I have something I need to do later you and dorothy can go home first. You don't have to wait for me drive carefully

02:09:15 Lily looked over at mr. Cook and then she looked at kevin. She nodded and then left with her mother

02:09:21 After the rest of the jones family had finally paid the bill. They took off one by one

02:09:26 Kevin got a ride with cook, but he didn't go straight home

02:09:31 Boss, have you been in chicago for the past three years?

02:09:34 Cook was driving while kevin sat in the back seat

02:09:38 Looking at the view outside the window kevin responded. Yeah about two and a half years

02:09:43 What about you? Have you been in chicago all this time?

02:09:46 Cook laughed that's right

02:09:49 When you told me it would be easier to get a fresh start if I moved it sounded like a good idea

02:09:54 A friend of mine was living in chicago. So I decided to come here. It was tough at first, but i've done. Okay

02:10:01 I hope you're not disappointed

02:10:03 You've done an amazing job. I never imagined you were the owner of the whitsler hotel

02:10:08 I was right to believe in you

02:10:11 Also, I told you not to call me boss. Just call me kevin. We know each other too. Well

02:10:16 Kevin looked at cook who was still excited. He just smiled and shook his head

02:10:22 Cook kept his eyes on the road

02:10:24 All right, and you just call me whatever you want

02:10:28 Seeing that they'd been driving for a while kevin asked casually by the way, where are you taking me?

02:10:34 Do you remember adriana? Right a couple of years ago?

02:10:38 I accidentally found out that she was also looking for you. So I met with her

02:10:42 She founded the west chicago international group. I just told her about meeting you in my hotel and she was really happy about it

02:10:50 We talked it over and decided to surprise you

02:10:52 Cook turned around and gave kevin a mischievous smile

02:10:57 Kevin raised his eyebrow

02:10:59 Adriana, right? What a nice surprise to hear that she was doing well, too

02:11:03 Kevin met adriana when he lost his briefcase in a wine store

02:11:08 She was working in the shop and noticed that he'd left it behind

02:11:11 When she went outside with the briefcase kevin had just gotten into his car and left

02:11:16 Adriana ran after him for three blocks to try to catch up with him

02:11:21 When kevin finally remembered that he'd forgotten his briefcase he made a u-turn and saw her standing there out of breath

02:11:27 But holding his briefcase in her hand

02:11:29 Kevin found out that adriana wanted to start her own business. So he formed a partnership with her

02:11:36 He also fronted her a hundred thousand dollars just like he'd done for cook

02:11:40 He didn't really expect adriana to be so sharp at running a business

02:11:44 What he was sure of was that she was honest and hardworking

02:11:49 After all she had chased him for three blocks to return his briefcase

02:11:52 In just a few short years. She actually built the west chicago international group

02:11:58 After a few more minutes of driving kevin and cook stopped at an enormous office complex in the west suburbs

02:12:05 They got out of the car together and walked into the headquarters of the west chicago international group

02:12:11 Which was tastefully designed in a blend of modern glass and greek architecture

02:12:17 After walking into the main hall, they were greeted by one of adriana's administrative assistants

02:12:22 Mr. Cook the president is waiting for you on the third floor

02:12:26 Do you want me to accompany this gentleman and show him the displays on the first floor?

02:12:31 It was a very kind offer, but cook just shook his head. No and answered

02:12:35 No need. Mr. Williams can take a look around by himself

02:12:39 It will make him a little uncomfortable if you follow him

02:12:44 Kevin quickly agreed. Yes, you don't need to follow me. I'll go and take a look for myself

02:12:49 You guys can go and do what you want

02:12:51 Kevin, you can visit the place as you wish these things in the hall are new products that have just been released

02:12:57 You can take some back for your wife if you want

02:13:00 She should like that cook pointed at the various skincare products and makeup on the display stands

02:13:06 Kevin thought to himself

02:13:08 What the heck is this big? Hi guys kevin here. Listen to full episodes of insta empire exclusively on the pocket fm app

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