Shadow Empire

Chapter 227 Small Friction

In the ward, the male protagonist was lying on the bed. The doctor had treated his wounds, especially the wounds on his face.

Now it is covered with gauze and cotton, and no one knows what the situation underneath is, but the doctor also told him that there is a high probability that scars will be left.

The male protagonist lay on the hospital bed looking at the ceiling, his mind blank. He knew that he was finished.

He had to find an ordinary job like his father or uncle, and then wasted his life working on the lowest level of the assembly line.

No glitter, no spotlight, nothing, just a grey, hopeless life.

He didn't want any of this, but his shiny new life seemed to be closing doors on him.

Of course, if he didn't mind more people going through his back door, perhaps some special clubs would welcome him, but when he thought of this, he felt a little cold and shivered.

He was a little confused. Since Gerard had... a gangster background, why didn't he show it from the beginning?

Isn't this fucking harmful?

At this time, outside the ward, an "old man" who looked to be about fifty years old and had a strong build stood with the doctor.

He is an investor and also the "benefactor" who promoted the protagonist.

"Is there no way out?" The guy's name is Sellick, and he is the director of Triumph Pictures.

This movie is actually one of the many investment projects of Triumph Pictures. The reason why it is called "many" is because no one is very clear about the current development trend of sound films.

Just like there was a period of time when audiences were particularly fond of cult movies, and then a cult trend swept across the Federation and even the world.

No matter how absurd and terrifying the films are, those non-cult films have all been met with a cold reception, and many of them can't even recoup their costs.

A talkie is equivalent to a new "version". No one knows whether the audience likes to watch love movies, war movies or something else, so they invest a lot.

Serrick is a very charming character. Although he is not young anymore, he has always maintained a very fit body, and his social status and success give him a unique charm.

His slightly gray hair also makes many girls feel that this is one of his unique charms.

But they don't know that he is actually a pervert.

In the Federation, people with higher social status always seem to be prone to perversion. Serrick's perversion is that he likes to watch his young wife being satisfied by others, and then he goes to satisfy the person who satisfied his wife.

He had many marriages, and even if they were for money, his children could not accept what he did.

The male protagonist lying on the hospital bed this time is one of his favorites, because the male protagonist also has a strong body. He likes that kind of young and strong body, which reminds him of his youth.

He even had an indescribable craze for this kind of thing. He felt... every time he did this, he would become younger and stronger!

He is like a wizard, absorbing the strength and youth of these young people!

If Jellal had not appeared, perhaps nothing would have changed, but Jellal's appearance gave him a desire that was difficult to suppress.

He used a little trick, but the young man didn't fall for it, so he could only arrange for the male protagonist to deal with Gerard and make him bow his head.

A young man who seems to have no background will soon become a delicious meal on his plate.

Until this moment.

"Sir, I'm sorry, but I know some laboratories may have some new products, but those products can only make his scars look less..."

The doctor flipped his wrist, "You know, it won't look so hideous. A lot of scars are raised bright red, and those new products will make it less raised and lighter in color."

Just hearing this made Serrick feel a little nauseous. He had a mild form of mysophobia, which was not exactly mysophobia, and he couldn't stand this.

He raised his hand to stop the doctor from continuing, "Okay, I already know."

The doctor originally wanted to say that if he wanted, he could try to contact those laboratories, as they would definitely like someone to pay to test their products.

But it looks like it's not necessary.

"Okay, sir, if you need anything, please let the nurse come to me at any time. I'm in the duty room." The doctor left quickly.

Serrick stood at the door and didn't go in. He didn't want to see that ugly face.

If he became like this, he might commit suicide!

But if it was someone else, then he'd better not meet that person.

"Who did this?" He walked outside. As for the male protagonist inside?
An imperfect toy was abandoned by him who pursued perfection, it's that simple.

As for taking another look?
He wants toys, not emotions!
The assistant who was jogging behind him said, "I asked the police station and it seems that they are from Jingang City."

When he heard the name Jingang City, Serrick frowned visibly.

Because Jingang City is too big, whether it is the size and scope of the city or the economic effects and political influence it generates, they are all too big.

If it was the power of Jingang City, it would be a bit tricky, but... he thought of Jellal's appearance and decided to give it a try.

"We have a partner in Jingang City. Go and find out. Now send me to the police station."

Soon Selrick arrived at the police station, where the company's lawyer was already there. This was a very serious case.

Their lawyer is slamming the table at the police station because the police station did not send anyone to arrest Lance and his gang. He believes that this is the police station's negligence and he said he reserves the right to sue the police station!
Seeing the boss coming, the lawyer seemed to restrain his somewhat exaggerated performance, stood aside, and briefly introduced the situation.

"I want to see Gerald." He had an urge from deeper within, and he was resisting it.

Logically this was not allowed, but the lawyer pulled a sheriff to the corner and soon they got permission.

In the interrogation room, Serrick met Gerald.

Seeing that face again, which was so beautiful and like a work of art that he couldn't tell whether it was a man or a woman, Gerard sat on the other side of the table, looking very calm.

"You and your friends are in trouble, and the board is aware of the situation here."

"Tell me about them now, and I can help you intercede with the board of directors."

"You know, we're not one of those small crews. Even if your friends have some ability, they're no match for us."

Triumph Pictures is not just Triumph Pictures, its parent company "Triumph Group" controls multiple companies with a market value of over 100 million!
Even Triumph Pictures had a market value of over three million, and they believed that with the release of a series of talkies, the market value would continue to increase and might even exceed ten million!

He wanted to let the young man know this.
He tried to speak slowly so as not to look so anxious.

Jellal rolled his eyes, "I don't know anything."

Serrick looked at the door. There was no guard. He moved forward and leaned forward. "Jellard, you are one of the rare talented actors I have ever seen. You can go very far in this field."

“We’re all very optimistic about the development of the film, you know?”

"do you know?"

"That movie, which is praised as changing the film industry, has now grossed over four million dollars across the federation!"

"A movie!"

Serrik revealed some of his fanaticism, his fanaticism for art and perfection. He even wanted to reach out and touch Jellal's hand, but Jellal dodged him.

"You have unparalleled appearance. After our training, you will become the most popular male movie star in the Federation!"

"You might even be on par with opera stars one day!"

"You will make tons of money and have everything in life you desire but can't have on your own."

"You will wear expensive clothes, drive the most luxurious car, and go in and out of the most exclusive places in the Federation. You will be surrounded by celebrities and politicians from the upper class, not those street gangs!"

Gerald interrupted him, "Hey, that's my brother!"

Selick looked down on these people. "They are also gangsters. Do you think people respect a gang member more than a glamorous celebrity?"

"Kangmang, Gerald, give us your hand, I promise you will have a smooth future!"

Jellal looked at him and couldn't help laughing, "I don't like perverts."

These words made the expectant smile on Serrik's face gradually fade. He withdrew his hand and stood up.

He looked down at Gerard and adjusted his clothes on his shoulders which had shifted a little due to stretching out his hand. He twisted his neck and his eyes became not as gentle as before, but rather a little cold.

"You'll eventually find out that you can't escape!"

After he finished speaking, he took one last look at Gerard and turned to leave the room.

As he left the room, he saw another person coming to process the bail formalities. Without a doubt, it must be Gerard's. He walked over to the lawyer and asked, "Just let him go like that?"

"Should you do something?"

The lawyer looked at Serrick speechlessly, "The law allows them to do this, and Gerald is not the perpetrator. As long as he does not leave Valley City, he can go wherever he wants."

"What a trouble!" Selrick was a little dissatisfied. The so-called inability to leave Valley City was a joke for those who were not very obedient.

They are like Dr. Mundo, they can go wherever they want!

As for being arrested by the police?
God!

They have all left Valley City, who the hell is afraid of the Valley City police coming to catch them?
After cursing a few words, Selick left the police station with his lawyer and assistant, but he believed that they would meet again.

Gerard was brought out by a lawyer who was said to be an alumnus of Lawyer Robben.

The reason why he did not go to Jingang City to develop but stayed in this city was because the legal industry in Jingang City was too competitive.

Almost all well-known federal law firms have very important branches in Jingang City. They take on both ordinary cases and cases involving wealthy people.

If you don't want to be affiliated with a big law firm and be drained of your money by it, then the final result will most likely be like Lawyer Robben, specializing in doing work that not many people are willing to do.

So he stayed in Valley City, where the competition was not great and it was suitable for early retirement life.

"Mr. Lance didn't let me leave with you, so my job ended the moment we left the police station."

"Please thank Mr. Lance for his generosity. He is the most generous employer I have ever met!"

The young lawyer shook Gerard's hand and drove away.

In just a short while, he drove over, got the legal documents, paid the bail, and took Gerald out of the police station, and he was paid a hundred dollars.

Where the hell did Robben find such high quality clients?
This made him start to seriously consider whether he should go to Jingang City and work with Lawyer Robben.

These gangsters are really fucking rich, and they really don’t treat money as money!

Gerard knew where Lance lived and soon arrived outside the room where Lance lived. He knocked on the door and was welcomed in.

"Did they beat you?" Lance asked casually while sitting on the sofa.

Jellal shook his head, "There was only me and another kid in there, maybe fourteen or fifteen?"

"He was caught for stealing bread from the bakery and was locked up."

"I may not be a match for those big guys, but for a kid..." He chuckled and made a few boxing gestures, "It should be no problem."

Lance motioned for him to sit down, "I've already told the director that the filming schedule won't change. Now I'll be the investor and you'll be the lead actor."

"I think those actresses like you very much?" Lance teased him.

Gerald blushed a little, "They are very nice people."

The young people in the room couldn't help laughing, and Hiram even sat next to Jellal, "Have you slept with them?"

Jellal's face turned even redder, "How the hell could I possibly do such a thing?"

This made Hiram feel disappointed, "I thought you had already slept with each other, so that's why you said they were nice."

"If someone... you know, I would think they were nice, too."

Some harmless jokes, Lance raised his hand and ended the topic, "If they want to continue the performance, you can talk to them."

"In short, everyone thinks this is an opportunity, so we might as well give it a try."

This touched Gerald very much, because he knew that Lance made this decision for himself!

Ever since the "Battle to Protect His Butt" broke out on the ship, Lance has been helping him. This time he wants to repay Lance and must act well in this movie.

He told Lance the news he had heard at the police station. When he said that the box office of the movie had exceeded four million, everyone was stunned.

Including Lance, everyone couldn't help but hold their breath.

"Four... million?", Lawn, who was standing in the corner, cursed, "What the hell is this?"

"What kind of bullshit can make four million at the box office?"

"Fake!"

He didn't know why he wanted to Fuck, nor did he know who he would Fuck, but he just wanted to say it to calm the fluctuating emotions in his heart!

"That Serrik said he would cause trouble for us."

Lance shook his head slightly. "Don't worry about him. He will soon realize the gap between us."

Jellal was curious, "Because we are stronger than him?"

Lance laughed after hearing this, "No, because we have less concerns than he does!"

The next morning, Ennio came from Jingang City with a group of people. There was a car full of pistols, submachine guns, and even two potatoes!

Lance found a villa here and rented it temporarily. Gerard wanted to shoot a movie here, and he also planned to set up a company here.

The four million box office that Gerard mentioned last night really made him excited.

Indeed, his current business of selling illegal liquor is actually not worse than this, but the four million brings not only economic income, but also a change in social status!

He also needs more legal income to obfuscate his more illegal income.

He made an appointment with West today because he still owed West three thousand dollars. Last night West had already given him all the information Lance wanted.

Including the filming procedures applied by Triumph Pictures in Valley City, as well as some of their specific circumstances.

Now was his time to feel Lance's generosity.

When he arrived, he saw a room full of people who obviously didn't want to come in.

After he returned, he also inquired about the situation of Lance and the Lance family again. If he had inquired some time ago, he might not have been able to tell about their impressive achievements.

But just a few days ago, they executed an informant and hung him on the street lamp in front of the Hazardous Materials Administration Bureau, causing the Jingang City Hazardous Materials Administration Bureau to lose face throughout the federation.

And there's nothing we can do about them.

Then people dug deeper and found out rumors that the Lance family had actually unified the Imperial District before, and some people said that Lance had actually taken control of the order at the dock.

Anyway, all kinds of true and false news kept coming out, which made West a little friendlier, but of course a little more scared.

"Why don't you come in?" Lance sat in the living room, crossed his legs, and looked at West calmly.

West immediately forced a smile, "I was distracted, sorry."

He walked in with gritted teeth. There were quite a few people in the house, some sitting and some standing, and various weapons were placed on some equipment around. He even saw grenades!

These lunatics!

He sat down not too close to Lance, and he suddenly felt a little uneasy.

But soon, his uneasiness was dispelled by the three stacks of cash that Lansma had placed on the table. They were all old ten-dollar bills, three stacks, three hundred in total, emitting the unique stench of money.

He swallowed, not sure whether he should take it or not.

Lance stretched out his hand and made a "please" gesture, and West bent over and stuck out his butt to take the money.

It was heavy, but it also made him a little worried.

"Mr. Lance, I didn't actually do that much, maybe..." He wanted to return one or two of the stacks.

But Lance stopped him, "We are friends, and we should be generous to our friends, right?"

"And next, we may need to trouble you with other things."

"That Selrick hurt my brother. We have to seek justice for him. There might be some minor friction!" Lance used his index finger and thumb to indicate how small the friction would be.

But West looked at the people around him and the weapons they displayed, and swallowed.

Maybe they have different understandings of “small frictions”!

(End of this chapter)