Chapter 4 My Name is Walter

Hiss! A collective intake of cold breath swept through the onlookers, and their gazes towards Walter turned pitying. "This guy is truly courting trouble." "Exactly! Even if he hasn't fared well these past years and is seeking financial support by returning, there's no need for such audacity at this moment." "I think he's got a problem with his head." "I suppose you all fail to comprehend. How much money could he possibly extort? But if he manages to marry into the Harper family, that would be the pinnacle of his life." "I think so too." "Is this guy really here to snatch the bride today?" "You guys better understand. The head of the Harper family has already given the order. What can he do? He'll be a corpse soon." "Yeah, the head of the Harper family has always been decisive. I think it's over for him." "I think so too." "Who wouldn't think so at a time like this?" ... The crowd discussed one after another, obviously thinking that Walter was doomed. In the hotel, seven or eight bouncers walked out and surrounded Walter. The killing intent spread instantly! Walter's demeanor remained unwavering, while Nightkill's eyes betrayed a glimmer of desire, a craving for blood. It had been a while since he had taken someone's life, a while since he had relished the pleasure of tearing apart his adversaries! He awaited Walter's nod, a gesture that, in an instant, could transform the seven or eight formidable men in front of him into a sea of blood. "What are you doing?" However, Leila quickly stood in front of Walter, anxiously looking at Luis. "Grandpa, if you hurt him in the slightest today, I won't let you have your way." Firm! Resolute! Walter's heart trembled, the softest part of him colliding once again. She remained so kind, just like the first time they met six years ago. "Ridiculous!" Otis couldn't stand it anymore. "Are you still feeling ashamed? Your grandpa can let you and Ernie have a good time. This is the best ending for you." "Do you think the scoundrel behind you can compare to one-thousandth of Ernie?" Leila shook her head, a self-mocking smile playing on her lips. "Did you arrange my marriage to Ernie for my sake, or were you merely concerned with the advantages it would bring you? Have you genuinely cared about me all these years?" "You..." Otis seethed with anger. Ernie, unable to contain himself, interjected, "Leila, today is meant to be a joyful celebration of our marriage. Whatever the issue, let's discuss it after we return." "I won't go back with you," Leila said seriously. Ernie was furious, his tone low. "Leila, you need to think it over." "I've already thought it over." "Good, very good," Ernie responded, turning around with a somber expression as he looked at Luis. "Master Harper, do you have an explanation for this? I've been prepared for today for a long time. Now that Leila refuses to marry, is it all over?" Luis's eyes flashed with a hint of darkness. After all, in front of so many witnesses, he had to save face. Resorting to force here would turn everything into tomorrow's headlines. The entire Harper family would suffer a blow to their reputation, and he couldn't afford that much loss of face. "Ernie, despite this unforeseen circumstance, rest assured, I will ensure justice for you." Ernie's expression darkened. "Justice? How do you plan to compensate?" Luis suppressed his anger. Despite Leila's challenging circumstances in recent years, her spirit remained unbroken. Pressing too hard might result in today's gathering turning into a bloody affair. He declared, "Leila, if you insist on defending the scoundrel behind you, I'll grant your wish. Let him marry into the Harper family. Within a year, he must generate a net market value of ten million for the Harper family. Otherwise, a year from now, don't blame me for being ruthless." He turned and left. The people on the scene looked at each other in astonishment. No one expected things to turn out like this. Tate patted Otis on the shoulder. "Third brother, my niece is becoming more and more adorable." Click! Otis turned around, his anger barely contained. The face was at stake, and Nicole approached Leila at that moment. "You, why won't you heed the advice?" "Ernie is so excellent, and you're not willing?" "Why do you insist on protecting the trash behind you?" "Have you forgotten how you've lived these many years?" "Or have you forgotten how much harm this trash has caused you?" "Or maybe you've forgotten that your brother's future depends on you?" She glared at Walter, "I never thought that you, such a useless person, would still be alive." "Since you were supposed to be dead, you shouldn't have reappeared. Why did you come back?" "Why don't you just die?" Nicole's words made Nightkill's eyes burst with a chilling light. Fortunately, Walter gestured to him, avoiding a bloodbath. After all, he didn't want Leila to have a hard time again. In these few years, he owed Leila too much! He couldn't let Leila be hurt again. Leila's eyes were teary, but she spoke with determination, "This is my own decision." Decision? Nicole laughed mockingly, "Decision? What decision do you have? Is this your decision? Just wait to pay the price for your decision today. Compared to Ernie, the guy behind you can't even be mentioned." Leila became even more determined, "Regardless, this is my decision, no matter what..." "You..." Nicole was furious, "Aren't you thinking about your brother? Your brother is about to take over the family business. How can you be so heartless?" Brother? Again with the brother? Leila smiled bitterly. Wasn't she their child as well? Such favoritism was too much. Nicole didn't notice Nightkill's killing intent. She wanted to tear her apart completely at this moment, cursing at Walter, "You waste. Where were you when Leila suffered before? Now that you see Leila doing well, you come back to cause trouble?" "Do you think we can't do anything to you?" "I bet you can't make it outside, so you came back to ruin Leila's life?" "I really can't understand. How can there be such a disgusting person in the world?" "Leila is really unlucky to encounter someone like you." Nicole cursed and vented her frustration, harboring a strong desire to figuratively bite Walter to death. She shot a hostile glare at Walter, seemingly conveying a warning, before turning and leaving. Leila finally breathed a sigh of relief. She was acutely aware that if she hadn't taken this stand, Walter would likely have faced dire consequences tonight. She couldn't figure out her feelings for Walter. Hatred was inevitable! Without Walter, she wouldn't have become like this! But when she thought of her two children, the eyes longing for paternal love... Leila hesitated, lost in thought when a commanding figure appeared before her. She gazed at the imposing presence of Walter and was taken aback, "Is it him?" Ernie, having lost all face this evening, seethed with anger. He glared at Walter with a dark expression, "You scoundrel, how dare you ruin my plans. Tonight, I'll ensure you bleed on the spot, better off dead!" As Ernie spoke, a group of hefty men rushed forward, causing the startled guests to scatter. Leila's eyes filled with concern. Before she could utter a word, Walter turned around. The cold gleam in his eyes vanished in an instant, replaced by an endless tenderness. "I'm sorry for the suffering you endured these six years. But now that I'm back, I want to make you the most esteemed woman in the world." Deep and magnetic words! Slightly magnetic! As if piercing through the heart? Leila's body trembled, and Walter gestured to Nightkill, "Take your sister-in-law out. I want to handle something myself!" He didn't want Leila to witness that bloody scene! "Yes!" Nightkill respectfully said, "Big sister-in-law, please come with me." Leila felt worried and discreetly took out her phone. Seeking help when leaving was also an option. Seeing Leila leaving, Ernie's eyes were full of disdain, "You scum, at this time, you still dare to act like a big shot? Today, I will slowly peel your skin off." Peeling skin? Walter stood with his hands behind his back, "Ernie, it seems like you really forgot. How did your insignificant family rise to its current position in these six years?" Huh? Ernie's heart trembled. How could he not know? Six years ago, someone found him and asked him to investigate Walter. If he found Walter, he should find a way to get rid of him, and he would receive strong support! The fact was also true! He gained countless treasures! Obtaining countless resources! This allowed the Stewart family's business to continuously expand. Over the past six years, Ernie had often pondered: What is Walter's true identity? How could he wield such immense power? Eliminating him had reaped Ernie numerous benefits. Ernie was no fool, nor was he an idiot. Contemplating the situation, his expression shifted to one of heightened shock. "Who are you?" "Humph!" Walter stood confidently, hands behind his back, exuding an imposing aura like a mountain. He spoke casually, "My name is Walter Wells!"