Chapter 65
Ginny suddenly asked a question, and as soon as she spoke, the previously talkative Colin fell into a heavy silence. His expression shifted to one of deep respect and reverence.
Yvette and Madeline also looked intrigued, turning their curious gazes toward Colin.
Mr. Ashcroft–the name had spread like wildfire across Northridge in just two days. The entire elite circle of the region, from powerful businessmen to affluent socialites, was abuzz with it. In Northridge’s upper–class society, there wasn’t a soul who hadn’t heard of him.
Even though Yvette, Madeline, and Ginny were still students, they had certainly caught wind of Mr. Ashcroft’s reputation. This alone was enough to show just how influential his name had become.
Yet, despite knowing of him, they were clueless about his background or how he had suddenly risen to fame in Northridge. Colin, who moved in Ravenridge’s upper circles and often had the chance to meet the true heavyweights, might hold the answers. After all, he was well–connected.
They were eager to hear what Colin had to say about this mysterious “Mr. Ashcroft” and what incredible feats had made him so renowned across Northridge.
Colin remained silent for a while, collecting his thoughts before finally speaking. “To be honest, I don’t know much about this Mr. Ashcroft, but I do know one thing–he’s incredibly powerful. More powerful than you could imagine p>
Yvette tilted her head, intrigued. “How powerful are we talking? Is he on par Frankie Wainwright or Ascendia’s Gumus Mardin p>
with Ravenridge’s
In Yvette’s mind, men like Frankie and Gumus were already at the top of the food chain in Northridge–titans of industry, respected and feared by all. Even local officials treated them with deference, recognizing the influence they wielded. To her, Mr. Ashcroft might be someone of their caliber, perhaps a bit more formidable.
Ginny and Madeline’s eyes gleamed with curiosity. They also wanted to know just how high Mr. Ashcroft ranked in the hierarchy.
“Frankie Wainwright? Gumus Mardin p>
Colin let out a soft chuckle, shaking his head.
“They are certainly major players, running their own empires and controlling significant parts of the local economy. But compared to Mr. Ashcroft? They’re not even in the same league p>
He paused for a moment before continuing, “They work for Mr. Ashcroft p>
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At this revelation, all three women gasped.
“What p>
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Disbelief painted their faces as they exchanged shocked glances. They could see the same astonishment reflected in each other’s eyes.
Frankie and Gumus–these men weren’t just ordinary figures. They were the undisputed titans of the city, powerhouses whose influence demanded respect even from top officials. With a single word, they could stir up the winds of change, reshaping the city’s entire economic landscape. To those who knew them, they were the ultimate alpha leaders. But wait … is Colin seriously saying these men work for Mr. Ashcroft? That means … they’re his subordinates?
Seeing their reactions, Colin continued, “And it’s not just them. Other big names too–like Thomas Martinez from Aqualis and Robert Miller from Eldoria–they all work under Mr. Ashcroft as well p>
“In fact, about 90% of Northridge’s most influential figures have pledged their loyalty to him. They’re willing to cooperate with him without question, following his lead p>
He paused, letting his words sink in before dropping the final bombshell. “You could say that right now, Mr. Ashcroft is the undisputed leader of Northridge, even more powerful than Tommy Dunphy from Southridge p>
At that, the trio felt their world shift again. Tommy Dunphy was a legendary figure, often referred to as the King of Southridge, who had dominated the region’s underworld for nearly a decade. His roots ran deep, his connections even deeper, and rumors swirled about his enormous political backing.
And yet, here they were, learning that Mr. Ashcroft was not only a rival but perhaps even more powerful than Tommy Dunphy. The idea shattered their previous understanding of the world they lived in.
When has someone this fearsome appeared in Northridge?
They had already assumed that Mr. Ashcroft held significant sway in Northridge, but they now realized their imaginations hadn’t even scratched the surface p>
“Who exactly is this Mr. Ashcroft? We’ve never heard of anyone like him before,” Yvette blurted
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“It’s like he appeared out of thin air. But how could someone without a strong background rise so quickly and command the respect of Northridge’s most powerful figures? What could he have done to make even people like Frankie and Gumus fall in line p>
Yvette found it all impossible to believe. The more she thought about it, the more questions she had.
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“I don’t know how Mr. Ashcroft managed to win over all these top dogs,” Colin replied.
He shook his head and continued, “But one thing is certain–Mr. Ashcroft now has the loudest voice in all of Northridge p>
The three women fell silent, their minds buzzing. Tonight’s revelations were simply too staggering to digest in one sitting.
Yvette and Ginny had always considered themselves to be part of high society. In their eyes, someone like Colin was already at the top of their generation–a pinnacle of youth and talent.
People like Frankie and Gumus were figures they aspired to become,
the ultimate goal of their life’s hard work. But now, they were realizing that their vision had been far too limited.
Someone like Mr. Ashcroft, who could command the entire Northridge and unite its powerful elites, was the true definition of a leader among men.
Even Madeline couldn’t help but imagine what it must be like to stand atop the world, commanding thousands with a mere wave of his arm, controlling the fate of half of Northridge. It was a sight that could swallow entire nations.
“Colin, have you ever met Mr. Ashcroft? What does he look like?” Ginny asked.
Curiosity sparkled in her eyes as she wondered eagerly whether this mysterious “Mr. Ashcroft” was handsome, and if he was young or old.
Colin sighed and shook his head with a bitter smile. “How could I have met Mr. Ashcroft? A man like him sits at the top, looking down on all of Northridge. We’re not even in the same league p>
“My father has been spending a fortune over the past couple of days just trying to arrange a meeting with him, but so far, we haven’t even caught a glimpse of Mr. Ashcroft p>
“Although his name has spread like wildfire through Northridge’s elite circles, Mr. Ashcroft remains incredibly low–key. He rarely shows up in public. As far as I know, the only people who’ve seen him are the top figures who attended that grand event for Northridge’s elite p>
There was a hint of bitterness in Colin’s voice, and it was clear he was envious. While he was recognized as a rising star in Ravenridge, in reality, he was only slightly ahead of the average business professional. His net worth was only a few million, and the gap between him and the true corporate giants was like a chasm.
He had once looked up to Frankie as the height of success, a goal he had set for himself. He had estimated it would take him at least fifteen years of hard work to achieve.
But now, with Mr. Ashcroft suddenly dominating Northridge and commanding the respect of
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He couldn’t help but imagine the thrill of leading the powerful Northridge, commanding respect from everyone–it would be nothing short of exhilarating.
Hearing Colin’s response, the three girls looked a little disappointed. Ginny pouted, resting her chin in her hand as she murmured, “Wow! If Mr. Ashcroft is around thirty and not too old, I’d definitely want to marry him. That way, I could be by his side and be the queen of Northridge p>
Ginny was lost in her daydream of being the center of attention, surrounded by the wealthiest elites, basking in glory.
Even Yvette’s mind drifted for a moment. If my future husband could be even half as successful as Mr. Ashcroft, I’d feel like the luckiest woman in the world!
At that moment, she shifted her gaze toward Leander, who was sitting nearby. He looked completely uninterested, casually fiddling with his phone as if their conversation had nothing to do with him.
Frowning, she asked, “Leander, we’ve been talking about Mr. Ashcroft this whole time. Aren’t you even the slightest bit curious about him p>
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