Chapter 285
Chapter 285
Jonathan was dressed in a white shirt and black pants. He also wore a pair of black leather shoes. When dressed like this, Jonathan appeared like a young man with a white-collar job. However, it did not seem so at the same time because of his sophisticated aura.
He seemed more like a professional businessman.
Nevertheless, Jonathan would undoubtedly become a professional businessman if he started doing business. He was observant, sharp-witted, and talented. Along with his decisiveness, he could take down his opponents easily.
These were the necessary skills for someone to become a professional businessman.
Afterward, Jonathan drove his Ford SUV out of Divine Realm.
The night was beautiful, and the moon was shining brightly in the sky.
The scenery of Mount Frallein was even more beautiful, and the air was filled with the scent of maple trees.
As soon as Jonathan came out, he saw Alice standing in front of a Ferrari.
He got out of his car immediately and greeted, “Hey!”
Alice looked breathtakingly stunning in her tight black fitting dress, curly hair, and fiery red lips.
There were women who did not suit thick makeup. However, Alice's bright red lips captured her
personality perfectly. NôvelDrama.Org exclusive content.
Jonathan caught a whiff of her pleasant smell. Seeing Jonathan, Alice flashed him a bright smile and said, “Mr. Lawson, you look very good today.”
Jonathan chuckled and asked, “Is it because I'm particularly handsome today?”
Alice smiled faintly and responded, “That's right. You're particularly handsome today.”
Jonathan added, “You're even prettier.”
With a faint smile, Alice inquired, “Are we going to ride in your car or mine?”
Jonathan answered, “It's only proper for me to drive. Why don't I drive?”
Alice smiled and stated, “Okay!”
She then got into his car.
Jonathan then started his car's engine and began to drive steadily.
The duo headed toward the city from Mount Frallein.
Alice was silent after getting into his car.
However, Jonathan considerately did not let the atmosphere turn awkward. He said with a faint grin, “Alice, you are a remarkable woman.”
Hearing that, Alice was slightly taken aback. Then, she smiled. Her lovely dimples showed when she smiled, which was very alluring. She went on, “People like me are the most normal and common in Divine Realm. No one has ever said I'm outstanding. There's a significant difference between people like me and Divine Realm disciples like you. Mr. Lawson, I'm very curious. Why did you say I'm remarkable instead of complimenting my looks?”
Jonathan smiled and responded, “Every Destino Art and spirituality are different. There is no fair comparison between you and Divine Realm disciples.”
“But you still didn't say what's so remarkable about me.” Alice smirked.
Chuckling, Jonathan answered, “There's an old saying from Chanaea. Alice, you're quite sensible since you are familiar with the ways of the world. You look stunning today. I have no doubt that you will look this beautiful regardless of who invites you out. This is a sign of respect for your clients. You have a keen eye for detail.”
Alice was stunned and responded, “So it's because of that?”
Jonathan added, “No. It's because I saw you came with a Ferrari. I'm certain that you earned that Ferrari with your own two hands, so I thought you were remarkable.”
Alice smiled faintly and explained, “That Ferrari is a low-grade one, and it's also secondhand. It wasn't that expensive. I purchased it in part because it would make me look good. Most importantly, I like it.”
Jonathan beamed and complimented, “That's why I said you're remarkable. You're able to stay true to
yourself in Divine Realm, which has a corrupted culture. That's not easy.”
“One must carry out their duties given their position. I'm working in Divine Realm. Hence, I have to give it everything I've got, given that I'm receiving a hefty salary,” Alice stated.
“That's very logical, but not many can do so,” Jonathan added.
They simply carried on talking after finding a topic. Soon, they arrived at the city of Lostaria.
“Is there any place you'd particularly like to visit?” Jonathan asked out of politeness.
“There isn't.” After pausing briefly, she smiled and asked, “Mr. Lawson, can I treat you as my friend?”
Jonathan instantly pretended to be hurt by her statement. “I thought we were already friends.”
With a smile, Alice inquired, “I'll call my friends over for a beach barbecue tonight, and we can all have a good time together. What do you say?”
Jonathan responded, “Sure!”
Alice uttered, “Okay. I'll call them then.”
With that, she began making calls and asking her friends to come over for a barbecue. She was upbeat and casual on the phone, which contrasted with how she behaved at work.
Alice got everything sorted out half an hour later.
Her face was flushed after the calls, and she exclaimed with delight, “My bunch of friends has always been intrigued by Chanaea's fighting skills and Divine Realm. They're overjoyed that you're coming!”
Jonathan smiled and responded, “That's great.”
“But we'll have to buy some drinks and beer in the store,” she stated.
Jonathan replied, “Sure!”
Hence, he drove toward a nearby convenience store.
An hour later at the beach in Lostaria.
The place was secluded, and ripples formed in the wave.
Alice's friends had already arrived. There were ten of them, and they were a mix of Smealanders and Anglandurns. The tent was set up, and everyone was chatting and laughing.
They also brought a diesel generator, which provided excellent lighting in front of the tent.
Meanwhile, there were a handful of pickup trucks parked nearby.
In Chanaea, cars were primarily used to show off.
However, cars were means of transportation in Anglandur. Anglandurn paid more attention to the practicality of a car.
After Jonathan parked his vehicle, he exited the car with Alice. He turned around and went to the trunk to fetch the drinks before heading over to meet her friends.
“Alice, you're finally here.” Alice was greeted warmly by a Smealander girl who spoke perfect Lostarian- accent Ustranasian.
The Smealander girl was really pretty, and she seemed to be in her twenties. Her dressing and mannerism indicated her fine upbringing. Then, the Smealander girl and Alice gave each other a tight hug.
Alice then introduced, “This is my friend, Monica Miller. This is Jonathan Lawson, my friend from Chanaea.”
Jonathan smiled faintly at Monica and said in fluent Ustranasian, “Monica, you're very pretty. It's very nice to meet you.”
Monica was a little taken aback because she had not anticipated Jonathan to speak Ustranasian so fluently. She smiled in return and shook his hand. She then uttered, “Mr. Lawson, very nice to meet you too.”
After that, Jonathan followed Alice to meet the rest of her friends.
Everyone began introducing themselves.
Most of Alice's friends were friendly to Jonathan.
However, there was Diego Howard, who did not like him. Diego was an Anglandurn boxer who
appeared to be rather bulky.
He always looked down on Chanaeans because he believed men from there were weaklings.
As a result, Diego was contemptuous toward Jonathan when introducing himself. Chuckling coldly, Diego said, “Mr. Lawson, are people from your country as weak as you?”
Jonathan sensed his hostility and smiled faintly. He answered, “Strength isn't all about muscles. It's not good to be all brawn and no brain.”
“What did you say?” Diego's embarrassment turned into a rage immediately.
Jonathan smiled and went on, “People from my country either reciprocate with kindness or disrespect when they make friends. When someone treats us poorly, we treat them poorly in return. When someone treats us respectfully, we treat them respectfully in return.”
“What the h*ll are you talking about?” Diego was confused.
Alice silently observed at the side but said nothing. She wanted Jonathan to teach Diego a lesson. After all, the latter would eventually find himself in big trouble with this mindset.
Jonathan was speechless and stated, “It seems I wasn't lying when I said you're all brawn and no brain.”
Vincent Gibbs, who stood beside them, chuckled and explained, “Diego, Jonathan is saying you're stupid.”
Diego roared, “I want to fight you.”
Jonathan felt helpless. “I don't think that's necessary.”
“It's necessary since you insulted me,” Diego stated.
Jonathan responded, “It's really not necessary.” With that, he stepped forward, reached for Diego's collar, and threw him upward.
Diego flew three meters into the air instantly.
The crowd was astonished when they saw that.
Jonathan used one hand to raise Diego, who weighed one hundred and eighty pounds.
Diego, who was sturdy, was held in his hand like a baby chick.
His face paled instantly.
The crowd was immediately stunned by this sight.
“Is this the fighting skills of Chanaean? How amazing!” Monica exclaimed in wonder.
At this moment, Jonathan let Diego down. With a slight smile, he questioned, “Do you still want to fight me now?”
Diego's cheeks turned pink.
Jonathan went on, “Strength isn't all about muscles. Personality isn't defined by having more cars or wearing designer clothes.”
Alice beamed and added, “Diego, there's always someone stronger than you, no matter how strong you are. Don't be ignorant, and don't look down on others either.”
Diego's face was flushed red. He scratched his head, and he seemed like a shy boy now.
This small incident did not stop them from having fun.
The atmosphere was harmonious as everyone began barbecuing.
Everyone gathered around to have beers and chicken wings when they were done cooking them.
Being nice and sweet, Alice helped grill more food for everyone.
Her Anglandurn friends gathered around Jonathan and began asking many questions.
“Mr. Lawson, why is your Ustranasian so good? Did you grow up here since you were young?” Lucie Shannon, an Anglandurn girl, asked.
Jonathan took a sip of the beer and answered, “No, I was born and raised in Chanaea, but I frequently traveled because of my job. Hence, I speak Ustranasian better.”
Lucie hummed in acknowledgment. She then asked, “According to what I've heard, there are still many people in Chanaea who are malnourished and unable to attend school. Is it true?”
Lucie was very inquisitive as she had never been to Chanaea and wanted to know more.
Jonathan was slightly stunned by her question. He then replied, “That's unarguably true, but there aren't many instances like that. Doesn't this kind of situation also happen here too?”