"Hello, hello," upon hearing Shadow Dread's introduction, Maik Laura was no longer in doubt about what he wanted to say. So he quickly rushed forward and grabbed Bidegla's hand.

However, when he looked at Bidegla, his gaze slightly narrowed, as he had heard that his daughter's boyfriend in Zhuhai City was also named Bidegla. Could it be the same person?

He had heard his people say that Bidegla was just a commoner, with no wealth or status, utterly worthless. Therefore, he had not paid much attention to him.

As a father, the man his daughter was to marry would surely be wealthy and distinguished. He would never send his daughter away to an ordinary man.

But now, he was starting to feel confused. Who was Shadow Dread? Even if he were to seek an audience with him, others might not even grant him one. Yet, he had brought a man named Bidegla. There was definitely something fishy about this.

Moreover, he could see that Bidegla's realm had now reached the level of external strength, far superior to that of an ordinary person. He had no reason to doubt such a person.

"Hello," Bidegla said calmly as he shook hands with Maik Laura.

"Don't just stand there, come inside and talk," Maik Laura said, then turned to a servant and ordered, "Bring the fine tea I have stored, I want to entertain our guest."

"Yes," the servant obeyed and went to prepare the tea.

"By the way, healer, why have you visited us today?" Maik Laura asked casually.

"Hehe, let's have everyone unrelated leave first before we speak," upon hearing Maik Laura's words, Shadow Dread revealed a faint smile, causing the people present to change their expressions.

They were all important figures within the Laura Group, and no one had ever been treated this way. So, some with bad temperaments wanted to make a scene.

"Haven't you heard? All of you, leave now. Without my orders, no one is to enter," Maik Laura suddenly shouted, startling the people who had been on the verge of speaking.

They had realized that this old man was definitely a big shot. Even the family head treated him this way, so what could they possibly do to him?

After everyone had left the room, Maik Laura finally smiled and asked, "Healer, may we now discuss the matter at hand?"

"Of course," Shadow Dread nodded, then glanced at Maik Laura before slowly saying, "I heard that my disciple's wife returned to your home and hasn't been allowed to leave. Is this true?"

"What?" Although Maik Laura had already understood their intentions, he still pretended to be very surprised.

Allowing his daughter to stay at home was his decision, after all, that Bidegla was just a poor boy, totally unworthy of his daughter.

But now, Bidegla had brought this revered deity, Shadow Dread, with him. How could he possibly admit that it was his fault that his daughter couldn't leave?

"Let's not beat around the bush. I came here today to propose to you. Bidegla is my only disciple and the current spokesperson for our Divine Spirit Sect. In the future, he will inherit my medical skills and everything I have. So, I believe there are few in Hanxia who can match his future status," Shadow Dread spoke calmly. If his disciple couldn't even win the heart of the woman he loved, then he, as the master, would be disgraced.

Upon hearing the words of Shadow Dread, Maik Laura was shaken to the core, gazing incredulously at Shadow Dread. The influence of Shadow Dread was immense - not only with regards to Han Xia, but throughout the world, with countless prominent figures owing him favors. Even if one were to oppose him, the ultimate failure would undoubtedly be their own. While Laura Group was formidable, its reach was limited to Han Xia alone. The foreign market remained largely untapped. Therefore, if Bidegla were to inherit everything from Shadow Dread, it would signify the potential for Bidegla to become the second Shadow Dread in the future.

Previously, Maik had thought of Bidegla as a penniless nobody, but a single remark from Shadow Dread had transformed Bidegla's value dramatically. Money, as long as it was sufficient, was of little concern to Maik Laura; what truly mattered was status. Countless individuals strived tirelessly to earn money, ultimately for the purpose of elevating their social standing. Now, with Shadow Dread's words, Bidegla's status had been invisibly elevated to a point that even Maik Laura found disconcerting.

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The fact that his daughter knew a disciple of Shadow Dread was truly astonishing to Maik Laura. Furthermore, although Bidegla currently had little money, with just a single word from Shadow Dread, Bidegla could obtain anything he wished for. Bidegla had already attained external power, and it was likely only a matter of time before he achieved internal power as well. Such an individual had immense potential and was akin to a dark horse that could quickly rise to prominence.

"Very well, since the divine physician has spoken, I shall not mince words. The reason I have kept my daughter from returning is because a large corporation has recently proposed a marriage alliance. Their condition is that if I give my daughter to them in marriage, we will engage in comprehensive cooperation, and I will become the largest shareholder in their corporation. Such a generous offer is simply irresistible to me," Maik Laura stated, explaining his reasons.

"Heh, so you view your daughter as a mere bargaining chip in your business dealings?" Bidegla coldly chuckled upon hearing this.

Jennie, who exuded such gentleness, was surprised to discover her father's callousness. To collaborate with others, he was willing to marry off his daughter to someone she did not care for.

"You need not speak this way. I was unaware that you are a disciple of the divine physician. If I had known, I would never have agreed to their proposal. Furthermore, this matter was approved by the Elders Council of the Laura Group. Although I am the head of the family, I must also obey the council's decisions," Maik Laura replied.

"And do you believe that I, as the heiress of the Laura Group, would allow you to marry an unknown commoner?" Maik Laura self-deprecatingly laughed before adding, "Being born into such a prestigious family, one is sometimes not in control of one's own destiny."

"Even so, you should not treat Jennie in this manner. She is innocent and has the right to pursue her own happiness," Bidegla retorted, her demeanor becoming more severe, akin to a blade unsheathed, exuding a chilling aura.

However, upon sensing Bidegla's formidable presence, Maik Laura, a master of internal power, showed no signs of a change in expression. He simply remarked, "Since she has become my daughter, I have the right to make decisions for her lifelong happiness. If you were in my position, do you think you would marry your daughter to someone who has no prospects?"

With that, Maik Laura turned his gaze to Bidegla, causing her to gradually calm down. Indeed, from his perspective, Maik Laura's actions seemed ruthless, entirely disregarding his daughter's wishes. However, from a different standpoint, Maik Laura might have been considering his daughter's future well-being.

Instead of marrying a man whose future is uncertain, it would be better to marry those who are already wealthy, so that even if she never works a day in her life, she can live comfortably. This decision was approved by the elders, and as the head of the family, Maik Laura must carry it out. With Laura Group being so large, it is clear that he cannot sustain it on his own. No matter what plans he has, they must be approved by the elders before they can be executed.

"You don't need to worry. Now that you are a disciple of the divine healer, I will naturally call off the engagement that was promised. While I am a businessman, I understand the gravity of the situation. Since you have an interest in my daughter Jennie, I will no longer stand in your way," Maik Laura said, bringing joy to Bidegla's heart.

As long as Maik Laura, as Jennie's father, gives his approval, there should be no major obstacles to taking Jennie away. However, at this moment, Bidegla seemed to remember something and asked Maik Laura, "Do you know who the person coming to propose is?"

"It is Hanni and his son."

"Are you talking about Cyril Hanni?" Bidegla asked loudly, sensing something. "You know Cyril Hanni?" Maik Laura was surprised, but then he realized that the Hanni father and son's assets were in the city, so he understood.

Cyril Hanni has been fond of Jennie for quite some time, and this time, he is willing to offer forty percent of his company's shares as a dowry, which is quite generous. Although Hanni Group is not considered top-tier in Hanxia, it is still a large company valued at over five billion. Forty percent of the shares equate to two billion, which is enough to marry his daughter. At least, in all of Hanxia, there has been no mention of such a luxurious dowry.

"I not only know Cyril Hanni, but I also have a deep-seated feud with him, and one day, he will meet his end at my hands," Bidegla said with a cold laugh, recalling the past when he was pursued.

A man like Cyril Hanni wanting to marry Jennie is simply a pipe dream. It's no wonder this grandson hasn't made any moves recently - he's been plotting this. "Whether you have a feud with him is not my concern, but one thing I must make clear is that no matter what you do, you cannot harm my daughter. Otherwise, even if it costs me my life, I will come to kill you," he said, his voice becoming menacing.

"Don't worry. Jennie is the woman I care most about. Even if I am injured, I will absolutely not let her be harmed. I swear on my life," Bidegla vowed.

"Good. By the way, where is Jennie now? I want to see her," Bidegla suddenly asked. After talking for so long, he hadn't seen Jennie, so naturally he was very concerned.

"No need for you to see her. I will have someone bring her here shortly," Maik Laura said, and then instructed someone on his phone. The previously arranged marriage was completely changed due to the arrival of Shadow Dread and Bidegla. Although neither of them promised Maik Laura anything, he was still prepared to break off the engagement.

The influence of Hanni Group on Laura's exhibition is indeed effective, but compared to Shadow Dread, not to mention one Hanni Group, even if there were two, Maik Laura would not agree again.

So what if you have money? With money, can you make people like national leaders do things for you?

But Shadow Dread can do it. He has extraordinary medical skills, and with such skills, he is capable of dominating the world.

Moreover, he has already heard that the last time a national leader found Shadow Dread, it was clearly for medical treatment.