chapter 8 Just follow the horse's lead, no matter life or death!

Verruckt Goodrich's bow stunned everyone present, their faces filled with terror.
This was the renowned and highly respected first tycoon of Ham City, Verruckt Goodrich!
Even the city's mayor wouldn't expect such deference, yet here he was, bowing and apologizing to a young man.
If word got out, it would be sensational news that would rock Ham City!
The onlookers were merely shocked, but the front desk staff who had spoken to Delfina, as well as Lyrilin and the fatso standing behind Verruckt Goodrich, were utterly terrified.
Mr. Delfina... This man was Mr. Delfina!
Was this shabby-looking man Mr. Delfina?
The esteemed guest that Verruckt had been repeatedly mentioning these past few days, the distinguished Mr. Delfina?!
Their mouths agape, they exchanged looks, trembling slightly.
Verruckt roared, "Those who offended Mr. Delfina, apologize to him right now. After that, take your salary and get out of the corporation!"
Upon hearing Verruckt's words, those who had been unfriendly to Delfina, from the security guards to the fatso, and then to Lyrilin, turned ashen.
Wasn't this equivalent to kicking them out on the spot?
Delfina shook his head, "That's not necessary."
He turned to the security guard he had knocked to the ground, causing him to bleed, "You were simply doing your job diligently, paying out of pocket for medical expenses. As far as I'm concerned, today's incident never happened. Do you have any objections?"
The bleeding security guard dared not utter a word of protest, simply not wanting to be thrown out, "No objections at all!"
Delfina's gaze then fell on Lyrilin, "You're not worthy to sleep with me."
Then he looked at fatso, "You're not worthy to 'take care' of me."
And finally, he addressed the onlookers, "To mingle and network, you're not worthy either!"
Silence fell!
Such domineering and proud words left everyone speechless.
Lyrilin and the fatso were shaking uncontrollably by now.
Delfina looked indifferently at the two, pale as death, "You don't need to continue in your managerial roles."
Verruckt quickly concurred, "The two of you, you're done. Get out now!"
They nearly collapsed upon hearing this.
Heaven Corporation was a major company, renowned not just in Ham City but also throughout the Southern province for its high salaries and benefits. Many were clamoring for a chance to work there.
The fatso had spent a lot of effort to get into the corporation, and now Verruckt, for the sake of Delfina, was dismissing him without a second thought?
Who was Delfina, exactly?
Delfina didn't bother with anything more, giving Verruckt a sidelong glance, signaling him to leave, "That's enough, let's go talk upstairs."
Speaking with an authoritative tone, the usually proud Verruckt nodded respectfully, "Yes!"
The onlookers gasped in astonishment. Who was Delfina to command such obedience from Verruckt?
Delfina had already left, and Verruckt announced to everyone, "Make sure you all understand this."
"Heaven Corporation isn't my corporation."
"Past or future, there is only one Chairman of the Ham City Heaven Corporation, and that's Mr. Delfina!"
With that declaration, the crowd was amazed.
No wonder Verruckt valued this person called "Mr. Delfina" so highly!
No wonder he was so arrogant and imposing!
It turned out that the unassuming, even slightly immature young man was the Chairman of Heaven Corporation!
My goodness, what kind of person was Delfina!
Ham City might be facing a huge upheaval soon.
A moment later, in the top-floor office of Heaven Corporation, Delfina stood before the floor-to-ceiling windows, gazing at the distant skyline.
The dazzling sunlight flickered and leaped between the tall buildings, dazzling the eyes.
"Mr. Delfina, after so many years, you've finally come down from the mountain!" Verruckt said joyfully.
Verruckt had lived for over fifty years, never fearing anyone nor admiring anyone. Yet, three years ago, that changed—it was Delfina.
Back then, Delfina was but a teenager of sixteen or seventeen, but it was this young man who had saved him.
At that time, Verruckt, cornered by enemies and destitute, was rescued by Delfina, who also provided him with capital to start Heaven Corporation.
Three years later, the once destitute Verruckt had become the leader of a hundred-billion corporation in Ham City.
Indeed, Delfina was like a rebirth parent to Verruckt.
As such, Verruckt was immensely grateful to Delfina.
"Mr. Delfina, will you return to the mountain this time?"
"There's no need for formalities with me."
Delfina shook his head, "I won't be going back this time."
He had come down from the mountain to seek vengeance against Lyra and the Aiken family.
Delfina surveyed the spacious room, casually praising, "In three years, you've brought Heaven Corporation to this level. Well done."
Before Verruckt could utter a few modest words, he felt a chill down his spine—a sensation honed by years on the streets, a sign of impending danger.
He looked up to see a trace of murderous intent in Delfina's dark eyes.
"However, I've told you three years ago that what I intend to do is seek revenge."
"The adversary is formidable. Even as the richest man in Ham City, you are far from his match."
Verruckt inhaled sharply.
Ham City already held a high status within the Land of the Red Dragon, being the city's richest was already an achievement over millions, yet Delfina's enemy seemed to be more prominent.
Delfina's tone remained unchanged, "If you choose to follow me, be prepared to be shattered to pieces. If you're unwilling, I won't stop you."
He paused, giving Verruckt a moment to decide. The path Delfina would walk was bound to be thorny. Verruckt had no grudges or debts with him. If Verruckt was reluctant to endure hardships, Delfina would let him go without objection.
Verruckt hesitated only for a moment before firmly declaring, "Three years ago, it was Mr. Delfina who gave me a new lease on life!"
"Had it not been for Mr. Delfina, I would have perished unknown in some forsaken corner, my bones decayed."
"Now, I have a net worth of billions, a wife, children, a happy family, a successful career... But I will never forget, all of this was given to me by Mr. Delfina!"
"Therefore, I, Verruckt Goodrich, have long sworn, regardless of danger or safety, heaven or hell, I will follow Mr. Delfina's lead, regardless of life or death!"