It could be said that even the slightest incident could make a big splash.
The news in the New York Newspaper Office that discredited Queenie soon spread throughout the city, shocking everyone in New York.
As the powerful and wealthy families in the Southern River began to take action, tensions were rising.
Greenland Villa.
Tracy was furious when she saw the news.
This is going too far!
She muttered to herself, "How irresponsible can the newspaper office be? How could they spread lies based on just a few photos? There's no evidence at all! It's completely lawless!"
She sighed deeply. "How sad Zara and John must be to see this news."
Alice was equally enraged, her eyes filled with a dangerous sense of anger. Unlike Tracy, who was helpless, Alice didn't hesitate. She changed into the special clothes of Shadow Pavilion and immediately set off for the North of New York.
Meanwhile, Amy, the one responsible for the incident, hadn't yet realized the gravity of what she had done. Instead, she was feeling smug.
Since Queenie had driven her out of Queenie Group last time, Amy had fled to the North of New York like a defeated dog, marrying the eunuch James. For over half a month, she had endured humiliation.
But now…
She was finally lifting her head.
She was overjoyed upon hearing that people in New York were scolding Queenie.
Queenie, I didn't expect this to happen to you. What if Queenie Group has grown larger? What if you've aligned yourself with the Duke of Southern River? I will ruin your reputation, no matter what!
She sneered to herself. Let me publish the news that the media dares not touch. Those cowards are afraid of the Duke of Southern River, but I'm not!
Because my backer is the Russell Family!
Amy was thrilled, practically glowing with pride. She could hardly wait to see Queenie's reaction. She wanted to watch, face to face, as Queenie's expression twisted in humiliation.
And she had similar plans for John, that so-called "kept man."
I hope this bitch and her kept man will stay in New York, shamefully exposed!
Amy continued writing the smear articles, relentlessly tarnishing Queenie and her so-called "kept man."
Suddenly, a staff member rushed into the room. "President, there's a group of people outside saying they'll destroy our newspaper office."
"Destroy our newspaper office? Ha! Let's see who dares!" Amy sneered, stepping outside to see the group approaching.
Leading them was Paul, accompanied by several bodyguards from the Holland Group.
Amy's expression turned dark as she snapped, "Paul, did a donkey kick you in the head? Last time, your Holland family was the victim at Queenie Group. It's one thing that you didn't thank me, but how dare you come here leading the charge for that bitch Queenie?"
Once, Amy had been a secretary for Queenie, looking up to the powerful and influential. But now, under the protection of the Russell Family, she had no fear.
She wasn't even afraid to shout directly at Paul, calling him out by name.
Paul's eyes narrowed with contempt as he coldly responded, "Madwoman, I think it's you who's had your head kicked by a donkey."
Paul barely glanced at Amy, his voice still cold as he turned to his bodyguards and commanded, "Do it! Destroy this newspaper office! Do whatever it takes!"
At his signal, the bodyguards rushed forward, raising hammers and starting to destroy the newspaper office.
Bang!
Bang!
Bang!
Within moments, glass was shattered and several computers were destroyed in the chaos.
Amy screamed, her voice filled with disbelief. "Are you crazy, Paul? Do you know whose territory this is?"
But Paul didn't even spare her a response. Instead, he shouted, "Destroy it! Use more power! Don't stop!"
The office erupted into complete chaos, with cries of fear and confusion filling the air.
"Madman! You'll pay for this!"
Amy, frantic, quickly dialed a number on her phone.
She was going to call someone. She would call her backer and make sure Paul learned a lesson he would never forget!
A short time later, the man arrived.
But he wasn't from the Russell Family.
Instead, it was none other than Duke of Southern River himself, along with Maxwell, George, and others. They, too, held hammers, seemingly ready to join in the destruction.
But when they saw the scene in front of them, they were stunned.
"Did someone beat us to it?" they wondered aloud.
When they saw Paul clearly, their expressions shifted. They exchanged looks and smiled wryly.
Paul, how clever you are! You really seized this opportunity. You know the best defense is a good offense.
They were amused by his actions, and since Paul was their pawn, they didn't need to do the dirty work themselves. They just stood aside, content to watch the chaos unfold.
"How dare you! Who dares to cause trouble in our Russell Family's territory?!"
Suddenly, a loud shout echoed, and a group of bodyguards rushed in, quickly overpowering Paul's people and forcing them to the ground.
Amy's eyes lit up with hope as she rushed forward, calling, "Grandpa, you must stand up for me! I recently took over the New York Newspaper Office, but these people have come here to destroy it. I'm devastated!"
The newcomer was Amy's father-in-law, Ned, along with James's father, a middle-aged, strong man who appeared strikingly similar to Ned. They must be brothers, though many people couldn't help but wonder if Ned even had a brother.
Ned remained indifferent as he approached the Duke of Southern River.
"Leo, it may not matter that you rule the Southern River, but how dare you be so bold in the North of New York?"
He sneered, clearly not impressed.
Leo, casually holding a hammer over his shoulder, stared at Ned with cool confidence.
"Why have you come here?" Leo asked, his tone sharp.
Ned froze. He looked at Amy, then sneered at Leo, saying, "Well, my daughter-in-law exposed the scandal between you and Queenie. I assume you're not feeling too good about it, are you?"
Upon hearing this, several powerful figures in the Southern River exchanged knowing looks.
Leo simply chuckled. "Not feeling good? On the contrary, I feel great. Your Russell Family is about to face a disaster. We're all waiting to carve up your industry in the North of New York. So, yes, we feel fantastic."