When he heard that he would have to ride a bicycle all the way from Eastcliff to Aurous Hill, and that he would have to stay in Aurous Hill as a driver for one year, Dylan really felt like dying.The main point was that the distance between Eastcliff and Aurous Hill was more than 1200 kilometres. Wouldn’t he die of exhaustion if he really were to ride a bicycle all the way there?It was already December and it was winter now. He would have to ride a bicycle all the way to the south and he was not even allowed to stay in a hotel at all. These requirements were simply too harsh, weren’t they?Dylan felt very aggrieved and tears started rolling down his face.What the hell was this…He was the third young master of the Koch family but he would have to ride a bicycle all the way to Aurous Hill? Wouldn’t he lose his life along the way there?It would be amazing if he could cycle for fifty or sixty kilometres a day.It was more than 1200 kilometres. He would be cycling for about twent
The most painful thing would just be the arduous bicycle ride from Eastcliff to Aurous Hill.However, it was still acceptable. Cycling for half a month was better compared to lying in bed for half a month after his surgery.Besides that, he had really suffered a lot of grievances during the last operation. Moreover, he had not even recovered fully yet. If he were to undergo the same operation again soon, then his pain would definitely be doubled.At this time, Charlie said, “I asked you to go to Aurous Hill to undergo a reformation and change. Do you think that I’m asking you to go to Aurous Hill to enjoy life there? Let me tell you something. You’ll only be allowed to ride the most basic Phoenix 28 bicycle and nothing else! Otherwise, I’ll make sure that you ride to Aurous Hill with a cart full of bricks then!”“In addition, after arriving in Aurous Hill, aside from the time you spend driving Loreen around, you will rent a single room in the shantytown, Cliffcouls. Your monthly li
As soon as he heard that he would have to carry cement at a construction site, Dylan immediately shook his head frantically!In comparison, he would only be enduring a little suffering and grievances if he were to live in a shanty town with a living expenses of one thousand dollars a month. If he were to go to a construction site to carry cement, then he would probably have to suffer a lot and go through a lot of hardships at the construction site then.So, he nodded immediately without thinking. “Mr. Wade, I accept all of your conditions and I won’t bargain with you anymore! Just please don’t send me to the construction site…”Charlie was very satisfied and he said coldly, “Make sure that you change and undergo a proper reformation after you arrive in Aurous Hill. Don’t cause any more trouble all day long. If you continue staying in Eastcliff, then a cynical rich heir like you might eventually cause an even greater disaster one day. You might even implicate and get the Thomas and K
Charlie took the painting that Yule had given him from Dylan’s hand before he personally handed it over to Loreen’s grandmother. After that, he said, “Grandma Thomas, this is a small token from Claire and myself. I hope that you will accept it. In addition, I would like to apologize for everything that has happened here just now when it is your birthday banquet today. I hope that you will be able to forgive me.”Lady Thomas was flattered and she hurriedly said, “Mr. Wade, you are being too polite. In fact, the incident just now had only happened because my grandson did something wrong. In the final analysis, it’s all because we had been negligent in disciplining our grandson and we’ve caused you trouble because of that.”As she spoke, she looked at the painting before she said, “Mr. Wade, this painting is simply too valuable. I cannot accept this gift from you!”Charlie hurriedly said, “Grandma Thomas, this gift is just a small token from Claire and I. The value of the gift is not i
After that, the birthday banquet officially began.Charlie was enshrined as a most distinguished guest and he sat beside Lady Thomas with Loreen and Wrigley.After that, the Thomas family members took turns to offer him a toast. Their expression, tone, and actions were all full of compliments and flattery.Charlie did not have much to say. When someone came to offer him a toast, he would simply drink in return. He also drank readily even when it was Dylan who came to offer him a toast.At this time, Wrigley also cautiously offered Charlie a toast as he flattered him and said, “Mr. Wade, there is something that I would like to ask of you…”Charlie already knew what he wanted to ask him even before he started speaking. He obviously wanted him to restore his ability and make him potent again.However, in view of all the bad things that their family of four had done towards Yule’s family of three, Charlie was certain that he would never allow them to recover right now.An adult woul
“Ahh? So soon? You’re not going to stay in Eastcliff for a few more days?”“I have already settled all of my business, and there is nothing left for me to do here. I will be leaving tomorrow.”When Loreen heard this, she said without any hesitation at all, “In that case, I will also leave Eastcliff tomorrow. Let’s go back to Aurous Hill together, okay? We can take the same plane back.”Charlie wanted to turn her down. However, when he saw the pleading expression on her face, he could not bring himself to turn her down.After all, it was normal for friends to take the same flight together. So, he could not intentionally avoid taking the same flight as her.So, Charlie said, “Okay. We can go back together, then.”Loreen hurriedly said, “Then, you can give me your identity card details later. I will buy our flight tickets together!”“Okay.”***While the birthday banquet was still in progress, Dylan’s eldest uncle and second uncle had already made the preparations for him for his
By the time the birthday banquet had ended and the guests had already left, Dylan was pushing his new Phoenix 28 bicycle.At this time, Dylan suddenly recalled a famous hit song that he had seen on a short video platform…It was called ‘Riding on My Beloved Motorcycle’…As he thought about that song, he looked at his old and ugly Phoenix 28 bicycle. He could not help but sigh as he thought to himself, ‘It would be great if I could go to Aurous Hill on a motorcycle. I would even be able to travel for about three to four hundred kilometers a day, then. I would be able to arrive in Aurous Hill as soon as possible, and I would not have to suffer so many grievances and injustice along the way…’ Nevertheless, it was a pity, for he knew that Charlie would not give him any room to bargain at all. Therefore, he could only push his bicycle as he prepared to set off.His eldest uncle, Jeryl, was holding a green helmet in his hand as he tried to put it on for Dylan. Dylan dodged the helmet a
“Okay.” Charlie nodded before he said, “Alright, it is about time for you to set off.”At this time, Javier also ran over to them with a power bank in his hand. After that, he handed the power bank and charging cable over to Dylan as he said, “Dylan, take this power bank!”Dylan put the power bank into his backpack. After wiping the tears off his face, he said to everyone, “Grandma, Grandpa, Dad, Mom, Eldest Uncle, Second Uncle, I am leaving now…”Everyone waved at him. “You can go. Make sure you pay attention to your safety on the road!”Dylan looked at Charlie again before he bowed and said, “Mr. Wade, I am leaving now…”Charlie hummed as he said, “Hurry up and leave now. Otherwise, you will be punished if you are late.”Dylan nodded hurriedly as he said, “Don’t worry! I will definitely do my best!”Charlie waved his hand and said, “Alright, then. You can go now!”Dylan nodded before he looked back at his relatives reluctantly. Then, he started pedaling hard on the huge Phoen
Jacob certainly agreed with Mr. Bay. When going to a dinner where alcohol would be involved, having a designated driver would be most convenient.Still, Jacob had another plan in mind.Since he had a Cullinan and this was the perfect chance to show off, it would kill him not to drive."Actually, we should go on our own," Jacob told Mr. Bay right then. "We will take my car and get a designated driver to take us home. We can hang out in the backseat to chat—I mean, you'd be in a bad mood if you get a bad driver, bringing a car that stinks of tobacco. You know how bad it can get."Mr. Bay nodded cheerfully. "Alright! I'm counting on you!""Oh, it's only right!"Coming to an agreement, they hurried outside, with Jacob driving and Mr. Bay riding shotgun.They were having a pleasant conversation when Jacob suddenly got a call from Walker, who was his sub at Senior University.Answering with the in-car Bluetooth system, he said, "Hey, Walker. What's up?""Mr. Wilson! I'm done with cl
As such, Albert did not hesitate to say right then, "Don't worry, Mr. Wilson—since they are your friends, I will offer the half-price rebate as you've suggested! When the guests take their seats, I'll personally deliver a couple of nice bottles over as a token of my sincerity!"Oskia truly sets the bar when it comes to being humanistic.There were times when one must show due respect, but not too much either in case it changed the status quo.It was just like a couple eating out with a third-wheel.Even if the third-wheel was better off and happily took the check as the girl watched, there would inevitably be competitiveness. The generosity might even lead to the girl getting attracted to the third-wheel.As such, since Jacob was actually secondary in importance at the event, Albert would have to make sure not to rain on the host's parade while showing his respects to Jacob. Otherwise, the host may hold a grudge against Jacob even if everything was free of charge.And when it cam
Jacob put a hand on his chest. "Don't worry—everything is going to be fine when my son-in-law takes the stage."As soon as he finished speaking, an unknown number called his phone.He answered, hearing a familiar voice he couldn't quite place, "Good afternoon. Am I speaking to Mr. Jacob Wilson?""Yes. May I ask who I am speaking to?""Albert Rhodes, owner of Heaven Springs at your service. Would you happen to remember me?"Hearing that, Jacob turned on the speaker excitedly as he continued, "Oh, yes, Don Albert! Of course I remember!"Mr. Bay's eyes lit up when he heard Albert announce himself, and he mouthed, "Is that really Don Albert?!"Jacob nodded repeatedly, his vanity burgeoning.Mr. Bay was naturally thrilled too, and he leaned closer to listen just as Albert spoke humbly, "If it's alright with you, Mr. Wilson, please don't address me as Don Albert. It's just a title some brats came up with—you are Master Wade's father-in-law, which means you have seniority over me. So,
Mr. Bay was overjoyed, seeing how quickly Jacob agreed to it. "Thanks, Jacob! I owe you!" He exclaimed, but soon added, "It's past four now, and that bunch like to fraternize in the room before they eat. Could you get the room soon? I think they'll be arriving soon."Then, he moved closer to add quietly, "If you can get a Diamond Room like before, I will bring you along. I'm not going to lie, these are officials with decision-making authority. Being friends with them might propel us to new heights!"Jacob already knew that Mr. Bay was sucking up to his friend, otherwise, he wouldn't be so concerned when the dinner was organized by said friend. Understanding that the friend must be important too, Jacob was at once buoyed.After all, he had presumed that becoming vice president was the most he could achieve.Now, if he could attend that dinner with Mr. Bay and establish a good relationship with those bigwigs, he would have his turn when Mr. Bay got promoted too.With that in min
Reservations in Heaven Springs had always been unpredictable, and most rooms weren't open to the general public—even if said rooms were vacant for the night.It was not as if Albert Rhodes didn't want to make money when he built Heaven Springs. He simply didn't do it solely for profit, but only mostly for social events and posturing.Back when he was a humbler member of society, he realized that many bigwigs and even his fellows cared for pride a lot. Be it food, liquor, or even simply everyday consumption, they always strove for the best and the most expensive.That was why polite society valued their privacy and established their respective social circles, which was why Heaven Springs ensured that everything was first-rate: atmosphere, service, food, and clientele.Just like how bigwigs wouldn't dine at the same table as their goons, said goons wouldn't eat at the fancy places those bigwigs frequented even if they had money, as it may appear as if they were overstepping.That wa
As such, intent on keeping up his pretense, Jacob answered the phone, "Looking for me, Matilda?""Uh-huh," Matilda replied, and asked, "You didn't show up at Senior University, and your sub is saying you probably won't be coming for a while? Is that true?""Oh—right, that," Jacob quickly said. "Well, it's true—the gist of it is that the Association is getting busy with a project. As the vice president, I probably shouldn't be staying at Senior University all the time, right?""Heck, Mr. Bay called me last minute, telling me how busy we're going to be and that I was needed. That's why I had to go back, but I will head over to campus again when I have the time."Matilda knew right then that those were all excuses.However, she did not expose Jacob, instead asking, "Well, when are you free? So that I can send you my wedding invitation?""Oh, the invitation?" Jacob quickly chuckled. "You really didn't have to come to me—just pass it to Walker, my sub lecturer. He can pass it to me wh
The next afternoon, there was a sudden change of lecturers for the calligraphy class.Despite being the vice president of the Calligraphy and Painting Association, Jacob never showed up, instead getting a substitute instructor to replace him.Matilda had come with the invitation Yolden had written for Jacob, but seeing that Jacob wasn't at the lecture hall, she waited until the class was over to ask the sub, "Excuse me, can I ask why Mr. Wilson wasn't teaching this class?""He's busy at the association," the sub replied. "So, I'm taking over his class."Curious, Matilda pressed, "Then, would you happen to know when he will be coming?""Probably not for a while," the sub replied. "He delegated other classes to me as well, telling me that I could just stick to the PowerPoint slides."Then, he asked, "Do you have business with Mr. Wilson?"Matilda nodded. "Yes, but I can call him myself. Thank you."Leaving the lecture hall, Matilda called Jacob, who was goofing off in his office
On the other end, Matilda was left staring at Jacob's reply in confusion.She had presumed that Jacob would understand when she mentioned inviting his whole family that he should be coming up with an excuse to skip attending her wedding.That was the most ideal solution.As such, she was shocked that instead of playing along, Jacob's reply was short and blunt.[No problem. The four of us will be there!]Perplexed, Matilda was left wondering what Jacob meant. Was he really going to attend her wedding with Elaine?The thought left Matilda frowning as she absolutely didn't want to see Elaine—especially not at her own wedding.Yolden was writing an invitation when he saw the somber look on her face, and he couldn't help asking, "Is there a problem?""Jacob replied," Matilda admitted. "And he's saying that he will bring his whole family.""Really?" Yolden was confused too, as he was hardly as eccentric as Jacob. "But he's afraid of his wife and shouldn't be telling her at all…
Charlie was driving Jacob to Thompson First when the latter received the text from Matilda.Seeing that they were reaching the front gates, Jacob promptly snapped at Charlie, "Charlie, stop the car now!"Charlie did so and asked in curiosity, "What's wrong?""Matilda just texted me," Jacob replied, showing the chat log between him and Matilda.Charlie was just glancing at it nonchalantly when he saw that Matilda's contact name was 'AAA July Florist'."Wait, why is that Aunt Matilda's contact name?" He exclaimed in surprise."I changed it."Jacob explained gingerly while reading through the text Matilda sent. "Her profile picture is an iris, so I changed her contact name to a florist since I'm mostly worried Elaine would peek into my phone.""Anyway, she's asking if I'm attending her wedding with Yolden. They would send us an invitation if I accept, extended to our whole family… what do you think I should say?"Charlie asked in return. "You're planning to skip it, aren't you? T