The scene was silent, so quiet you could hear a pin drop.
After a few seconds, Perla covered her cherry-red lips, looking at Berloff Reed in disbelief.
"Are you serious, big brother?"
"This is Villa No. 11 on the Waterfront, covering over 65,000 square feet and worth billions..."
"Did you really buy it?"
Berloff nodded with a smile. "Yep!"
"This estate is located on the Waterfront, a peaceful spot amidst the hustle and bustle with great views. I just bought it on a whim. Is there a problem?"
His casual tone made it sound like Berloff had spent two bucks on a toy.
Pfft!
At this moment, Thaddeus burst into laughter, looking Berloff up and down with amusement.
"Hahaha... You're killing me!"
"You come from the southwest, yet you brag better than a drunk northerner!"
"This is the famous Villa No. 11 on the Waterfront, located in the heart of Silk City's prime area."
"With your shabby appearance, you dare claim to be the new owner of Villa No. 11? Have you even looked at yourself in a mirror?"
Perla's friends couldn't hold back either.
"Haha... This guy is so handsome, but why does he love to tell tall tales?"
"Hehe, it's wild. Even if I were drunk, I wouldn't dare dream of buying such an estate."
"A top-tier estate worth billions isn't something you can just buy, even if you have the money. Kid, you should just go home and sleep."
"Perla, this guy is even better at bluffing than those from the northeast. Don't fall for it!"
...
Facing the mocking and accusations from the crowd, Berloff Reed shrugged innocently and sighed.
"Sigh, I'm telling the truth! Why won't you believe me?"
Thaddeus sneered, "You little nobody, keep pretending! Keep it up!"
"If the butler from No. 11 Bund hears you pretending to be the owner at their door,he'll definitely break your legs!"
Berloff's eyes narrowed slightly, and he said mockingly, "What if I prove that I'm the new owner of this estate? Will the butler tear apart your foul mouth then?"
"You!" Thaddeus was instantly furious and rolled up his sleeves, ready to charge at Berloff.
Seeing this, Perla quickly stepped in to stop the fight.
"Thaddeus, calm down!"
"Young man, you should leave quickly. If someone from the estate comes out and hears you shouting nonsense, they won't let you off easily."
Berloff looked at Perla's delicate and beautiful face and shook his head with a smile.
"Miss, you have a kind heart. You're far better than those who look down on outsiders just because they have a city residence."
"But, I live here. Who dares to touch me?"
Upon hearing this, Thaddeus's eyes turned red with rage as he glared fiercely at Berloff Reed.
"You little punk, how dare you call me a mad dog! I'm going to mess you up today!"Seeing Thaddeus about to charge at Berloff, the other companions hurriedly held him back.
"Heh, I hope you can still be this arrogant in a moment!"
Berloff shook his head and calmly took out his phone, dialing the butler of No. 11 Bund Mansion.
After a while, just as Thaddeus was still cursing at Berloff, the heavy red gates of the mansion creaked open from the inside.
A middle-aged man with a square face, dressed impeccably in a suit, stepped out and respectfully bowed to Berloff."Mr. Berloff, welcome to take over the No. 11 Bund Mansion. I am your butler, Sutton."
Behind Sutton were eight burly bodyguards.
"What are you all standing around for? Quickly greet the new owner of the mansion, Mr. Berloff!"
Sutton turned and sternly addressed the bodyguards.
"Good day, Mr. Berloff!"
The eight bodyguards hurriedly bowed and greeted Berloff in unison.
Hiss...
This scene made Thaddeus and his companions gasp in shock, their eyes wide with disbelief.
Holy moly!
The most prestigious mansion in Silk City was actually bought by Berloff Reed, that pretty boy?
Just thinking about it made Thaddeus's scalp tingle and his legs tremble.
At that moment, Berloff stood with his hands behind his back, smiling at Thaddeus.
"So, Mr. Thaddeus, do you still think I should leave Silk City and go back to my hometown to make a living?"
Gulp!
With Berloff's half-smiling gaze fixed on him, Thaddeus turned pale, his eyes darting around, wishing he could just disappear.
Oh my God!
A young man who could afford the mansion at 11 Bund Manor must have an incredibly powerful background.
This was the most famous and expensive mansion in Silk City, worth billions.
In all of Silk City, or even the entire country, fewer than a hundred people could afford to buy it.
This made it clear just how high Berloff's status and wealth were.
To someone like Thaddeus, a mere commoner in Silk City, Berloff was untouchable.
In Thaddeus's eyes, Berloff could crush him like an ant with just a flick of his finger.
Smack!
Thaddeus was on the verge of tears. He slapped himself hard and, with a sobbing voice, said, "I'm so sorry, Mr. Berloff!"
"I didn't recognize who you were and spoke out of turn. I accidentally offended you!""Please, be the bigger person... don't hold it against a nobody like me."
Berloff Reed let out a few cold laughs, eyeing Thaddeus up and down with a menacing look.
The sight made Thaddeus tremble all over, shivering uncontrollably.
Oh my God!
This young boss wouldn't be thinking about chopping me up and dumping me in cement to sink in the river, would he?
In a flash, countless scenes from gangster movies about disposing of bodies ran through Thaddeus's mind, nearly scaring him to the point of fainting.
"Mr. Berloff!"
At this moment, Perla looked at Berloff Reed with a pleading expression.
"Thaddeus is young and impulsive. He didn't mean to insult you earlier."
"Please, show some mercy and forgive him this time."
Berloff Reed laughed heartily, "Miss, you are quite loyal and kind-hearted."
"Since you asked, I won't hold it against him."
"Everyone who was mocking me just now,get out of here before I change my mind!"
Upon hearing this, Thaddeus was overjoyed and quickly bowed repeatedly to Berloff Reed, his posture couldn't be more obsequious and humble.
"Thank you, Mr. Berloff, for your generosity!"
"I'll get out of here right away! I promise I'll never show my face in front of you again!"
With that, Thaddeus hurriedly fled, his face pale with fear, worried that Berloff might cause him more trouble.
The sense of superiority that the locals of Silk City had over outsiders vanished into thin air.
The other girls, equally terrified, stumbled away from the scene.
Perla, seeing her friends leave safely, let out a sweet, relieved smile.
"Mr. Berloff, thank you for your mercy. I won't bother you anymore. Goodbye."
Berloff grinned, "Miss, this is the famous Number 11 Waterfront. Don't you want to go inside and take a good look around?"