Jiro was truly angry and frustrated at this time.The Apothecary Stomach Pill provided the exact same kind of treatment as the Kobayashi Stomach Pill. This was an absolute benchmark product in itself.However, the effectiveness of the Apothecary Stomach Pill was much stronger compared to that of the Kobayashi Stomach Pill!Moreover, what was even worse was that the packaging specifications, the net content of the medication, and the price of the Apothecary Stomach Pill, were all the same as the Kobayashi Stomach Pill!This made Jiro feel very uncomfortable!The Apothecary Stomach Pill was much better compared to the Kobayashi Stomach Pill, but the quantity and price of the medication were exactly the same.Wasn’t this simply going to drive the Kobayashi Stomach Pill’s sales to a dead-end?!Also, with Quinn Golding endorsing the Apothecary Stomach Pill, this medication had suddenly become very popular in the domestic Oskian market. This was equivalent to completely cutting off th
His assistant replied in embarrassment, “Chairman, I do not know about that. The other party simply hung up the phone without allowing me to ask anything else in detail…”“What a b*stard!” Jiro replied angrily, “If that’s the case, we can only think of a way to deal with the Apothecary Pharmaceutical. In any case, I will have to buy over their patent formula no matter what it would cost me!”The assistant asked carefully, “Chairman, does the medicine work very well?”“It is super effective…” Jiro replied in a depressed manner, “It is at least ten times better than the Kobayashi Stomach Pill!”Jiro’s assistant was in shock. “Ten times? There is such a big difference?!”Jiro nodded, and he had a gloomy expression on his face as he said, “You should not allow this word to get out to the public. If we can get the prescription for the Apothecary Stomach Pill, we will be able to turn everything around and even take Kobayashi Pharma to the next level. However, if we cannot get our hands
The next day.Jiro left early in the morning as he headed straight for the Apothecary Pharmaceutical.After eating the breakfast made by his mother-in-law, Elaine, he borrowed his father-in-law’s car as he drove toward the Aurous Stadium.In fact, after Elaine’s attitude became even more docile, Charlie’s life at home had already become much more comfortable.Ever since Charlie told Elaine that he would give her a lot of money to take care of their children after Claire gave birth, Elaine began trying to please Charlie even more often now. At the same time, she was also constantly persuading Claire to give birth to a child as soon as possible.Although Elaine had already been married to Jacob for so many years, her cooking skills had never improved throughout all these years. After all, she was just trying to go through the motions with her husband and daughter.But now, Elaine was actually starting to study and read up on some cooking recipes on her cell phone. This was because
She was just like the most beautiful and fragrant flower, and everyone would want to pamper her and show care and concern for her.Although Charlie did not like her romantically, he really had a strong respect and appreciation for her because of the person she was.If he appreciated a person, he naturally would not want that person to come to any harm at all.However, the opponent that Nanako would be facing was the feisty young Aurora.Charlie certainly hoped that Aurora would be able to win the championship. At the same time, she would be able to bring honor and glory to the Oskians.However, he personally did not want Nanako to get hurt too badly.At a certain moment, Charlie even felt like urging Aurora to restrain herself so that she would not use all of her strength after going in the ring. That way, she would not hurt Nanako too badly.However, Charlie gave up on the idea after hesitating for a while.This was because he knew that he should not be interfering in Aurora’s
Young people liked to keep up with the latest trends.If you were to compare the latest trends and fashion, Japan would in no way concede to Oskia.It could even be said that the trends and fashion in Japan were even higher compared to that of Oskia.That was the reason why there was Japanese pop culture, and that was also the reason why girls had Japanese hairstyles, manicures, makeup, and so forth.It could be said that Japanese girls were all very fashionable overall. That was the reason why most of them preferred to live in a fashionable metropolis like Tokyo.However, Nanako was an exception.She had never liked any trendy or modern things.On the contrary, she had always appreciated classical culture.For instance, she enjoyed studying the art of making tea, ancient Oskian, ancient poetry, and even ancient architecture and clothing.Therefore, the city of Kyoto had always matched her temperament and character perfectly.She also knew that nothing good would come out of
As for both of them, neither one of them was looking at the referee or each other. Instead, both of them were looking at Charlie, who was seated amongst the audience.Charlie also felt a little stressed.He did not expect that these two girls would not be getting themselves ready for the match. Instead, they were just staring at him as soon as they got into the ring.Was he even that good-looking? Shouldn’t they be bothered with the important things instead?!As he was thinking about this, the referee, who was standing in the arena, was also very embarrassed. He coughed twice before he said, “Are both of you listening to me?”Aurora was the first to recover her senses, and she hurriedly blushed as she said, “I am sorry, referee. I was lost in my thoughts for a moment.”The referee was very helpless, and he looked at Nanako and said, “What about you, Miss Ito?”Nanako’s face flushed red in an instant, and she hurriedly said in a low voice, “Sorry, referee. I was also a little dis
Since both the girls had been very absent-minded earlier, when the referee announced that the match had already officially begun, neither one of them was able to immediately enter the state they should be in.Thus, the atmosphere in the ring was a little strange.As soon as the referee announced the start of the match and quickly drew back a certain distance away from the both of them, it stood to reason that the players from both sides would immediately get into their rhythm and start their tentative attacks. However, both of them were in a daze as they stood in the ring for a few seconds.At this time, a male audience yelled, “Aurora! What are you doing?! Why are you standing in a daze?! Hurry up and defeat that Japanese lady!”“Yes, Aurora! It is time for you to win and bring glory to our country!”“Oh! Aurora, that Japanese girl is actually quite pretty. Promise me that you will not hit her face, okay?”Aurora suddenly felt a little overwhelmed.This match was the highest-le
Charlie was also very impressed and amazed by Nanako’s perfect response.Sure enough, experience could never be compensated by pure strength alone.Aurora was now a driver of a supercar. Her car was extremely dynamic and fast. However, she did not know or understand the condition of the road on the tracks, and she did not know where all the turns, potholes, or shortcuts were.Although Nanako’s car was not as powerful as Aurora’s supercar, she was very familiar with the conditions of the road, and she understood every little detail very well.Therefore, even if these two drivers were to race together, even if the supercar would eventually win the race, it might not necessarily be an easy race.Although Nanako managed to dodge Aurora’s attack, she did not dare to underestimate the enemy.This was because based on one single attack, Nanako could clearly feel Aurora’s power, and she knew that Aurora’s strength was terribly powerful!Fortunately, she used her palms to evade the attac
Jacob zipped toward Raymond, his attitude immediately subservient, "I'm sure you've seen what Zachary Evans posted on his Twitter page, and to be honest, it's so terrible that my position in the Calligraphy and Painting Association has been affected too. I mean, you've made a lot of money, right?"Hell, even if you donated ten million, you'd still have another ten million and 970 thousand in net profits. So, all I'd like to ask is for you to post something to disclaim Zachary's post.Jacob's words left Raymond in thought.For Jacob, just being suspected of fraud would definitely be terrible. In fact, his position in the Calligraphy and Painting Association would definitely be threatened—if not dismissed altogether—if he wasn't cleared of suspicion.Since Jacob was Charlie Wade's father-in-law, Raymond had reason not to drive Jacob over the brink.But that also begged another question—it must be under Charlie's intention for Zachary to post his confession, and that meant Charlie in
Raymond couldn't help chuckling just as Jacob finished—he had honestly never heard of anyone who demanded a refund after donating to charity, but he was certainly seeing one now.Still, the receptionist was clearly experienced and slowly explained, "Sir, it's a legal clause of the country that all donations for philanthropy purposes can not be refunded under most circumstances—""It truly was a mistake," Jacob quickly said, cutting the receptionist off. "I was going to donate thirty thousand but pressed an extra zero by mistake. Please discuss this with your management—you just have to refund 27 thousand, see?""Sorry, sir," the receptionist apologized. "But it's a strict rule that we ourselves do not get to access the funds that have been donated into our accounts. Every donation will be screened extensively, and if you consider that there was a major oversight on your part, you may seek legal counsel to appeal for a refund. If the courts back your appeal, our organization will the
Nonetheless, Jacob darted into Treasure Measure and plucked off his mask, asking nervously, "Excuse me, Mr. Cole? It's me… Jacob Wilson…"Raymond looked up, pausing for a moment before acting as if he was actually curious, "Mr. Wilson! What brings you here? Don't tell me—you want that bronze sculpture back too?""No, no, no…" Jacob quickly shook his head. "I would never… I returned all the way from Dubai to apologize!""Apologize?" Raymond smiled faintly, and he did not play dumb this time as he asked bluntly, "Did you come back because of Zachary Evan's post?"Knowing he couldn't deny it any longer, Jacob nodded, "Yeah…"Raymond nodded and said calmly, "That's unnecessary. I was the one who benefited in the end."Jacob wasn't quite keeping up—thinking that Raymond was just trying to be nice by telling him he didn't have to apologize, he quickly pulled out his phone.Tapping on it and bringing up his transaction records, he handed it to Raymond reverently, "Mr. Cole, I understan
The cabbie chuckled. "You're a local yet you're heading to Antique Street right away as soon as you land instead of going home? And you're still saying you're not trying to pick up a killer bargain deal?"Come on, man—it's not just you, I want that too. We cabbies work ourselves to death only for ten thousand per month at best while our friend over there made twenty million in one night. I could keep driving cabs for the rest of my life and still not make that much money."Jacob knew that the cabbie must be talking about Raymond and became even more miserable then, grumbling unhappily, "I'm going to Antique Street for business—I'm not trying to pick up some missed bargain.""No? Then you didn't hear what happened yesterday?"The cabbie was immediately curious, and without waiting for Jacob's answer, he exclaimed happily, "Look, man—it was so ridiculous not even Hollywood would put it in their script. There were these fools who were trying to sell an antique trader a replica, but th
It was nighttime in Dubai as Jacob dragged his weary body from the hotel back to the airport.As he was flying economy this time, he was left sitting at the hard bench near the boarding terminal, waiting for it to open.While he waited, his heart was torn as he tapped into the website of the Aurous Hill Charity Fund, found their donation account, and wired the entire 300 thousand he had made over to them.He had picked the Aurous Hill Charity Fund because the circles of antique collectors in Aurous Hill were all discussing how Raymond had donated half of the 20 million he had made to that same charity fund.After Raymond skyrocketed to prominence in Antique Street and became a star, it could not be denied that people admired his profound ability.However, there were also people who envied his skill in turning the tables just as there were those who were jealous he had made twenty million in a single night.Still, Raymond moved fast—soon after word spread that he had made twenty m
Elaine quickly asked, "Well, what if you can't get it done?"Jacob was apprehensive even as he sighed. "If they really pressed the issue, guess I can't even stay at the Calligraphy and Painting Association now… We will see. If things get bad, I'll just resign. I won't ask for much right now, just as long as I don't have to go to jail."Elaine nodded. "Then you should try to reason things out with Raymond Cole or ask for Charlie's help if push comes to shove. Being humiliated is still better than prison.""Okay!"-It was nighttime at Aurous Hill by the time Elaine and Jacob arrived at their hotel.Charlie and Claire had just had dinner, and Claire pulled out her phone, saying, "I just checked my flight app, and it says my parents should have landed two hours ago. They are probably at the hotel, so I'll check in on them with a video call."She had yet to open her WhatsApp when Elaine called her on a video call.Jacob was planning to check in with Claire and Charlie to put their
Hearing what Jacob had said, Elaine became anxious and pressed him as he hung up, "What's going on? You're leaving? But we just got here! My shoes have just caught Dubai dirt, so why are we leaving so soon—"However, Jacob was wiping the sweat off his brow as he mumbled quietly, "Well, at this point, I have to leave or I won't be vice president anymore."Elaine immediately fumed. "We've been married for half our lives, and this is supposed to be our honeymoon, yet we're just leaving? I've posted about this on social media too—there are plenty of people who're waiting for more posts on our trip!"And don't forget—we spent a lot on our flight tickets and our hotels! The hotel bookings can't be refunded either!"Jacob scowled dolefully. "Well, what can we do? Why don't you stay? I'll go home and get this sorted out first….""Well, how long would that take?" Elaine asked."How should I know?" Jacob sighed, uneasy and annoyed. "Don Albert is saying I have to go back and donate the 300
"But I spent 98 thousand on that bronze sculpture!" Jacob exclaimed in agitation before he knew it. "I made 300 thousand from it, and that means my profit was 200 thousand at best, but I'm supposed to return that to him as well?! That means I'd have lost my own capital too!""I can't help you if you can't bear to part with that money, Mr. Wilson," Don Albert said quietly. "In that case, you'll just have to handle it yourself.""Wait, wait, wait!" Jacob immediately became antsy and cried out right then, "Please, Don Albert! I'll return the money! I'll return it, alright?! The entirety of my profits—202 thousand, okay? At least let me keep the money I spent, okay?""By that reasoning, Mr. Wilson, when a phone scammer is told by the cops to return the money they've made from defrauding, should he be allowed to keep the money he spent on telco charges? ""Oh, I…" Jacob was left stumped and could not come up with an answer.Don Albert then pressed on, "Mr. Wilson, I've offered a prom
"Mr. Wilson, what you boys did was truly heinous!" Don Arnold growled. "I scolded Zachary myself when I found out, and I was the one who told him to post that statement!"Jacob was shocked. "But why, Don Arnold? Are you friends with Raymond Cole?""Never met the guy," Don Arnold replied.That left Jacob even more confused. "Then why are you taking his side?""I've been doing my best to clean up my image over the past couple of years," Don Albert replied coolly. "I rarely get involved in mob business or anything illicit, and everyone in Aurous Hill knows that Zachary is my right-hand man, yet he confessed to committing such a heinous crime behind my back. What is that if not sullying my reputation?"Jacob was left reeling as he didn't expect Don Albert to be so serious, but he quickly explained, "I'm sorry. I didn't expect it to affect you so terribly… It's all Zachary's fault! I wouldn't have been aware that Raymond had returned at all, but he just had to tell me and come up with