Life at the Top

Chapter 12

Royce Villa.

It was the most famous private club in the local area. It was said that the boss behind the scenes was a formidable figure with a very strong background.

Jasper had heard of this place in his previous life. At that time, the boss of his company was a member here. As for the boss behind the scenes of Royce Villa, he was naturally not qualified to get in touch with him. Now, standing at the entrance of Royce Villa, he already possessed the capability to be ranked among the top financial circles in the city.

“Jasper, you’re finally here,” John Jackson smiled and greeted him with a beautiful female companion by his side.

On this sort of occasion, the protagonists were the men, but there were many ways for men to show their strength. The quality of the women around them was one of the most powerful ways. However, the female companion John brought was completely crushed by Wendy from all angles.

“John, thank you for giving me such a chance.”

John waved his hand and said, “I know your capabilities. Even if you didn’t have me, sooner or later, you’ll still enter this kind of circle. I’m just doing this for you in advance.

“Many people have arrived inside. Everyone is talking about your recent performance in the mung bean futures market. Why don’t we go in together?” John said with a smile.

“Sure…” Jasper nodded with no show of anxiety.

By his side, Wendy held his arm, looking as bright as a star. She attracted the admiration of many men along the way.

In terms of identity, Wendy’s background was stronger than most people present. After all, her father was the richest man in the province, so Wendy also showed no anxiety and acted very graciously.

John led Jasper to a small circle. Four or five men in suits and leather shoes were talking and laughing. Not far away, their female companions chatted.

Wendy was very eye-catching, and after saying hello to everyone with Jasper, she went to the group of female companions to foster some relationships.

“Brother, how’s this assistant of yours?” John muttered in Jasper’s ear in a low voice.

“Not bad,” Jasper chuckled in response.

John probably did not know Wendy’s identity. Otherwise, he would not dare to assign Wendy as his assistant. After all, the daughter of the richest man in the province was enough to scare some people out of their wits.

“Everyone, this is the stock god that everybody is talking about!”

John’s words attracted everyone’s attention. Instantly, several eyes that were filled with scrutiny, curiosity, or cynicism fell on Jasper. No matter what they thought, everyone was surprised by Jasper’s youthfulness.

Everyone present was at least in their mid-30s, and Jasper Laine, a young man in his early 20s, stood above the crowd.

“Is this the man who created a miracle in the mung bean futures market some time ago?” a middle- aged man asked curiously.

John grinned and said, “Naturally. His account is opened in our Commercial Bank. Why should I lie to you?”

“I must get to know this person, then. My name is Kai Jones, President of Ascendas Investment,” Kai smiled and stretched out his hand with a friendly expression on his face.

“Jasper Laine,” Jasper responded curtly and shook hands with the other party.

With his previous glorious record, Jasper easily made his initial integration into this circle.

After all, anyone would be willing to flatter an outstanding person. Not everyone could use a capital of 800,000 and earn 13.6 million in five months. Therefore, the people present were also very curious about Jasper.

At this time, John said triumphantly, “You don’t know this yet. Some time ago, this brother of mine entered the stock market with 1.6 million and tripled it in just a few days.”

“Wow! Incredible!”

The people present looked at Jasper differently.

If the success of one investment was based on luck, then the second success in a short time was strength. Besides, he got three times the profit! Few people present had the confidence to do this.

“As expected of the god of stocks!”

Kai exclaimed, “When I was your age, I was still bragging in the disco every day. I didn’t have your skills back then.”

“You’re too kind. With this small ability of mine, how can I be worthy of that title? Some people will think that it’s a joke,” Jasper said modestly.

Just when Jasper was talking and laughing with a bunch of bosses within the city’s financial circle, a group of people arrived at the entrance of the banquet hall. Next to Hugh Lewis was Penelope HuntExclusive content © by Nô(v)el/Dr/ama.Org.

who was holding his arm. Richton White followed behind them.

A few days ago, Penelope lost a lot of money because of the stocks recommended by Richton. She had been pestering Richton to get the money back. However, Richton did not have that much money to spare, so he introduced her to Hugh. He told her that as long as she could obtain Hugh’s approval, not to mention hundreds of thousands, but even millions would not be a problem.

Who was Penelope Hunt?

Money was more important to her than anything else. As long as she had money, she was willing to do anything. Besides, the man she met this time was Hugh Lewis. She felt that as long as she could get hold of Hugh, she would definitely not be short of money in the future!

Hugh felt that Penelope was good-looking and sensible, so he took her to this banquet to let her experience his ability and status.

“Oh my, it’s too luxurious here. I haven’t even seen these decorations before,” Penelope said excitedly.

After she returned this time, she would brag about this so hard. After all, being able to enter Royce Villa was a symbol of status.

She murmured, “Just how big is this place? This hall alone is as big as three or four houses combined.

“This villa must cost at least tens of millions.”

Richton could not help scorning at her words. “You’re really ignorant. The decorations alone cost tens of millions. If you don’t know anything, talk less and read more. Stop making a fool of yourself.”

Penelope quickly shut her mouth, knowing that she could not afford to offend anyone here.

Hugh’s arrival attracted the attention of many people. Although they belonged in the same circle, they were also divided into the strong and the weak. Hugh was undoubtedly the strongest one.

At this time, Hugh was in full swing. Lantern Capital was well-known throughout the province. As soon as he appeared, people who wanted to fawn over the powerful would naturally flock to him.

“You go to the side first. I need to talk with some old friends,” Hugh said to Penelope.

Penelope was busy admiring the magnificence here, just like Alice when she entered Wonderland. Of course, she dared not oppose Hugh’s instructions, so she obediently agreed and walked away.

Looking at Penelope’s back, Hugh was quite satisfied. He liked obedient and meek women. Such a woman was worth his time to play with.

Penelope walked to the side of the banquet hall and looked at the magnificent decorations here, as well as the luxury brands and jewelry the guests wore. She envied the rich.

Richton wanted to squeeze into the upper-class circle, but he was not worthy at all. Today, if not for Hugh, he would not even be qualified to enter the doors. Thus, after bumping into a few obstacles, he could only return to Penelope’s side dejectedly.

“Richton, look at that cake. It has 12 layers. I’ve never seen such a big cake.” Penelope admired the giant cake on the dining table not far away.

It was the first time she saw such a luxurious cake. She shook her head and said, “I wonder how much it cost?”

“To hold a banquet like this, it’d cost at least a million.”

Richton knew a little more. He sighed while feeling jealous. “This is the real high society.”

“A million!” Penelope widened her eyes in disbelief.

She had never seen so much money in her life, and these rich people were spending that much for a party?

“Penelope, do you think that person is Jasper?”

Richton’s words suddenly caught Penelope’s attention.

“Richton, it must be a mistake. Where do you think this is? How could a poor bloke like Jasper enter…”

Before she finished her sentence, Penelope’s words were stuck in her throat when she saw Jasper’s figure not far away.