Chapter 314 Dare to Gamble
Charles controlled most of the wealth in New Bay. He had witnessed all sorts of scenes.
Arguing with someone like Carl was merely lowering his status.
“Mr. Lynch, your father–in–law is indeed unique!” Charles managed an awkward smile.
Caspian could discern that he was mocking him.
Carl was eating a large lobster. He glanced at the helpers beside him and said, “What are you all staring at? Pour me some wine!”
The Hoff family’s helpers were dumbfounded when they heard this.
They had seen many distinguished guests, but this was the first time that they saw someone
like Carl.
But he was a guest, after all, and they were helpers. They didn’t dare to say much and quickly. poured him a glass of fine red wine.
Carl raised his glass and gulped it down.
He even let out a satisfied burp!
“Nice. This is a very nice wine!” He grinned in enjoyment.
Charles‘ expression grew uglier. He had completely lost his appetite.
He found it rather distasteful to dine with someone like this.
“Hubby, I’m sorry. I didn’t expect Dad to behave like this,” Willow said, somewhat
embarrassed.
“It’s fine. I don’t mind,” Caspian said calmly.
He had no intention of getting mad at Carl.
In the whole Stewart family, only Carl had a better relationship with Willow.
“Mr. Lynch, your sudden visit to New Bay can’t be just for leisure, right?” Charles didn’t intend to waste time and asked directly.
Though he still wore a smile, there was a concealed threat within it.
“I’m here for a small matter. My father–in–law encountered some trouble at Azuria Casino, which led to him being detained there. I came to bring him back,” Caspian held his fork and said calmly.
“Is that so? Azuria Casino’s people have gone too far! Mr. Lynch, rest assured. I’ll definitely
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Seeing this, Caspian secretly chuckled.
The old bastard’s acting was good, but it was a bit exaggerated.
“It’s already resolved. Azuria Casino has been sealed by the Inspector General’s office, and the casino owner has been taken away.” Caspian chuckled.
“Good! Azurai Casino is indeed a disgrace to New Bay. Even if you hadn’t intervened, I
would’ve found a way to expel them from New Bay!” Charles sternly said.
“Mr. Hoff Senior, you’re absolutely right! That Wendell is a beast. I didn’t eat properly in the past few days, and I was kept hostage…”
When Carl recalled those days, he felt stifled.
Seeing Carl’s reaction, Charles was briefly taken aback. He was just being polite, yet Charles was pouring out his grievances to him.
“They conspired against me and made me lose 800 million dollars! Mr. Hoff Senior, I started my career from scratch back in Southlake City. 800 million is a portion of my hard–earned money…”
Carl’s tone was pitiful and emotional.
Seeing him like this made Charles feel disgusted.
What was Carl up to? What did his losses have to do with him?
Was Carl expecting him to give out 800 million dollars?
“Dad! Can you stop talking and just eat?” Willow said impatiently.
She couldn’t bear watching anymore.
Initially, she thought her mother, Kate, was overbearing. But now, Carl was acting unreasonably and embarrassing them at the dining table..
“Willow, what do you mean? I’m just venting a little in front of everyone. I’ve lost all my savings. If your mom finds out, she’ll definitely be furious!”
Carl glanced at Willow.
800 million dollars wasn’t a small amount, and he couldn’t shake off the discomfort in his
heart when he thought about the money.
If the Stewart family knew about this, his position in the family would surely drop.
“Let Willow compensate for the money you lost,” Caspian said with a smile.
“Really? Caspian, can you decide that? Besides, it’s only right for my daughter to give me
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“Don’t worry. Willow will follow what I say.” Caspian nodded.
“Hubby,” Willow called out.
She didn’t want to give Carl the money at all. It wasn’t that she was unwilling, but she feared that Carl would lose it in the same manner.
Caspian gently patted her hand and signaled her to stabilize Carl first.
Then, he looked at Charles.
With just one glance, Charles suddenly felt uneasy. There was a hint of menace in Caspian’s
eyes.
“Mr. Hoff Senior, I heard a lot about you. Is it true that you never gamble?” Caspian asked
Charles.
At these words, Charles was momentarily stunned. What did Caspian mean?
“That’s right. I never gamble. A little gambling is fun, but too much is ruinous. Many people. have gone astray due to gambling. Actually, I detest these casinos in New Bay,” Charles said thoughtfully, filled with indignation.
Listening to this, Caspian found it ridiculous. Here was the God of Gambling sitting in front of him and openly claiming to detest casinos.
“Mr. Hoff Senior, if you detest casinos, why not shut down the Hoff family’s gambling industry?” Caspian deliberately suggested.
Charles was taken aback.
He smiled and said, “I hate casinos, but there’s no way around it. New Bay is known as a gambling city.
“If I close down my family’s casinos, the Hoff family will have no economic source, and the whole family will suffer.
“On a larger scale, New Bay might plunge into chaos. My actions might deprive many people of their livelihoods. I’m doing it for the good of the people of New Bay!”
Charles pretended to appear somewhat helpless.
It was recognized throughout Diatoran that New Bay was known as a gambling city.
If these casinos were shut down, the city would undoubtedly turn into chaos overnight.
They had considered eradicating the gambling industry in New Bay, but it would deal a heavy
This was why the high–ranking officials of Diatoran had always let New Bay exist.
“Hahaha! Mr. Hoff Senior, there’s no need to be so serious. I was just joking.” Caspian laughed.
After hearing this, Charles breathed a sigh of relief.
The reason why the Hoff family was able to grow in New Bay was because of the gambling industry and some illegal activities.
If these casinos were shut down, the entire Hoff family would collapse.
“I have an idea. I’ve heard that you never gamble, but I want to gamble with you. Would you be interested?” Caspian suddenly changed the topic.
