?Chapter 917:


    Dani raised a brow, surprised. Then, she heard Cedric spit, “Bruno Deleon.”


    Daniughed lightly. “I didn’t expect you’d all agree on this. Bruno it is.”


    Bruno was the second most powerful figure in themerce association.


    Raised in poverty, he relied on borrowed money toplete his education. When the inte boom hit, he was among the first to seize the opportunity, securing his initial fortune.


    Heter married into an influential family in the tech industry, using his father-inw’s connections to ascend the social ranks quickly.


    Before his father-inw’s passing, the old man entrusted the intepany to his daughter—Bruno’s wife. But within a few years, Bruno manipted events, stripping his wife of control and iming thepany for himself.


    The moment he solidified his position, he discarded his wife without hesitation.


    Back then, Bruno had masterminded a horrifying event—having a group of men assault his wife, leaving her emotionally shattered. The very next day, she took her own life, leaving behind one chilling statement—Bruno would pay for his actions.


    Years went by, yet Bruno continued to rise, backed by Hackett’s support.


    Bruno once smugly dered on camera, “Justice? It doesn’t exist. It’s just another luxury for the wealthy.”


    Having wed his way up from nothing, Bruno had no qualms about resorting to dishonorable tactics. He valued money more than anyone else in the room.


    So, when Cedric demanded a hundred billion, Bruno was the first to crack.


    The eight remained seated in the café.


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    Bruno mmed his fist on the table. “Are you all just going to sit there while Cedric walks all over us? I’m telling you, a hundred billion dors would ruin me! Forget it—I’m not handing over another cent!”


    Hackett sighed, his brows furrowing. “Bruno, you’re as impulsive as ever. We haven’t even decided if we’ll pay.”


    Fuming, Bruno nted his hands on his hips. “We have to get rid of Cedric. I’ve had enough of his arrogance. No one has dared challenge me like this in years. It’s infuriating.”


    Bruno grabbed his ss and downed the water in one go.


    Winslow, leaning back, spoke with quietposure. “If you ask me, just pay and move on. Whether we like it or not, Dani is recognized as the world’s richest person. A


    “One hundred billion is a steep price, but with new members constantly joining the association, we’ll make it back in time.”


    Winslow wasn’t like the others. He had crossed paths with Elite Lux before. He didn’t know them personally, but he recognized that Dani wasn’t just there as Cedric’s plus-one.


    “Winslow, if you’re just going to bow down, then keep quiet!” Bruno spat.


    Winslow might’ve been ranked lowest among them, but he was the most calcted. When he spoke, there was usually a reason. Hackett shot Winslow a hesitant look, reluctant to part with such arge sum. “Why don’t we hold off a little longer?”


    Winslow gave a casual shrug before standing up. “I won’t argue. If we’re paying, just give me a heads-up so I can n ordingly. But if you’re thinking of going against Dani or Cedric, don’t count me in. I’ve got family obligations, so I’m out.”


    With that, he walked away.


    Bruno scowled at Winslow’s retreating figure, seething. “Spineless coward! It’s just Dani! What’s there to fear? Look at him scurrying away like he’s being hunted! Afraid of a woman? Pathetic!”


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