From Outcast to Overlord The Unyielding Heir (Leander Ashcroft) novel Chapter 710

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Chapter 710 Follow Us or Get Left Behind

Chapter 710 Follow Us or Get Left Behind

“Pfft!” Maeve immediately spat out her red wine.

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Everyone turned to stare at her in shock. She quickly made up an excuse to cover her slip, but she could not hold back the laughter bubbling inside her, no matter what.

Leander’s words were perfectly reasonable. The Woods didn’t show even a hint of displeasure. Instead, they actually felt a bit more favorable toward him.

Successful people had always felt a trace of sympathy and pity toward those who seemed insecure on the surface.

Arnold smiled at Leander and asked, “Leander, what do your parents do?”

“We don’t really do much. My grandfather’s retired at home, my parents don’t have steady jobs, and my younger brother’s still in university. So I had no choice but to come to

Highcrest and try my luck, study while I can, see the bigger world out there, pick up some part-time work, and ease the burden on my family!”

Maeve’s arms trembled slightly as she forced herself to hold back what felt like a burst of laughter. She silently cursed Leander for being way too mischievous.

She really hadn’t expected that the same cold, iron-blooded man could have such a playful side.

She had actually looked into his background before and compiled most of his information.

Leander came from the Ashcroft Family of Highcliffe. His grandfather, Reginald, was indeed retired at home, but that so-called retiree actually controlled the entire direction of the Ashcroft Family’s power structure in Highcliffe, standing on equal footing with the top figures in Astria.

As for his father, Gareth, he had once rattled Astria with his martial arts. Before Leander made his debut, Gareth was even hailed as the future hope of Astria’s martial world for the next fifty years. Yet the way Leander talked about him made him sound like some unemployed drifter with no steady job.

What “come to Highcrest to see the big world,” and “working part-time to ease family pressure?” That almost made me laugh to death. He’s the Iron Sovereign who dominates the world, and he’s also the chairman of Jeff Enterprises, The Ashcrofts only rose to international fame because of him. How could he ever be a burden to his family?

Ar the same time. Maeve grew even more curious.

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With Leander’s overwhelmingly godlike status, why would he come to Highcrest and live as a working college student?

Arnold and Aveline, on the other hand, were completely clueless.

Arnold even gave Leander a comforting look. He smiled warmly and said. “Leander, it’s fine Don’t overthink it. There are plenty of paths in this world. Being able to support yourself is already something your family would be proud of. If you ever run into trouble, just tell Billy

or come to me.”

“Thanks. Arnold!” Leander said with a smile. “Right now, I’m just focused on studying hard and working diligently. If I can graduate and land a job paying seven or eight thousand a month. I’d be more than satisfied.”

He said it with such conviction that even Maeve, the celebrated singer and actress, had to admire his acting skills. She even chimed in smoothly, “Yeah, Leander. With Mr. Arnold’s reputation and influence in Highcrest, getting you a job that pays over ten thousand a month would be effortless. You don’t need to worry about your future.”

Arnold had no idea the two of them were playing along. He nodded sincerely. “That’s right. Since Ms. Maeve has spoken today, I’ll make you a promise. As long as you’re willing, my company’s is always open to you. Forget ten thousand a month. Even a hundred thousane month, I can offer it. If you truly have that kind of ability, you’re more than welcome.”

Rachel’s eyes lit up at the news, and her expression brightened with delight. She had alway felt that the image of a bar server didn’t quite fit Leander at all. If he could take off that uniform, step into a big corporation, and become a proper white-collar or even elite professional, she thought that would finally match the level he belonged to

Leander gave a faint smile and was just about to thank Arnold when a figure suddenly appeared at the entrance of the courtyard.

It was a middle-aged man in his fifties, holding what appeared to be a document His expression was slightly dark as he walked toward them.

“Dad?” Billy quickly greeted him.

The man was none other than Clovis Wood, the currenthead of the Woods

ross Leander and the other.

His gaze swept landing on his three children. Arnold, Aveline. Billy come here

An invitation for membership?

m to the doc

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The bold words on the first line immediately caught their eyes, and their expressions tightened slightly.

“This is the Gessinger Association? Did the Gessingers set this up?”

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What Clovis was holding was a membership invitation form. The three of them almost immediately understood what it meant. In Highcrest, only the Gessingers, the undisputed top family, had the influence and confidence to extend something like this, even to a powerhouse like the Woods.

“This invitation was sent to our home last night by the Gessingers. As far as I know, we’re not the only ones invited. The top ten families in Highcrest, the Blood Hounds, and several other well-known gangs are all on the Gessinger Association’s invitation list. In another half hour, someone from the Gessingers will come to collect this form.” Clovis spoke in a deep voice before sitting down at the table, not bothering to avoid Leander and the others at all.

To the Woods, Leander, Rachel, and Maeve were nothing more than ordinary people. Their opinions held no weight, and even if they heard everything, it wouldn’t affect the Woods in

any way.

The three of the Woods frowned slightly, clearly deep in thought. Ava also knitted her brows, carefully weighing the situation. The atmosphere quickly turned heavy and quiet.

Maeve, Rachel, and Leander, on the other hand, continued eating and drinking as if nothing was happening. The two women didn’t really understand what was going on, while Leander simply had no interest.

“Dad, we should join,” Aveline said after a moment of consideration. “It’s clearly stated here that members can share resources and help each other resolve conflicts and difficulties. That’s a win-win situation for the Woods. A lot of resources and connections we lack could be found through the Gessinger Association.”

Arnold nodded in agreement. “Aveline’s right. The Gessingers are already the dominant force in Highcrest. Even though the Dufays are starting to show signs of competing with them. their foundation and strength are still weaker. Now that the Gessingers are forming this association and bringing together all the influential families and major players in Highcrest. if everyone else is joining, why wouldn’t we?”

Clovis didn’t respond right away. Instead, he turned his gaze to Billy, who had been silent the entire time. “Billy, what do you think?”

Billy lightly pinched his chin. He usually carried a carefree, almost reckless attitude, but right now his expression turned thoughtful. “Dad, I don’t think the Gessinger Association should be allowed in.”

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