At the most critical moment, Charlie put Quinn down from his arms. After that, he quickly chased after the young girl who had already lost control. Just one second before the young girl was about to crash into Loreen, Charlie caught up to the young girl and lifted her up in his arms!When Loreen opened her eyes, she realized that it was Charlie who had stopped the young girl who had lost control at the most critical and timely moment. She could not help but feel very happy and also furious at the same time.She was very happy and delighted because Charlie would always appear in front of her and rescue her from all sorts of dangers, just like Prince Charming during all of the critical moments that she faced. At the same time, she was furious because she had been confessing her love for him for so long, and she had already devoted herself to him in the hopes that she would be able to become his underground lover. However, Charlie had rejected and turned her down repeatedly until this
The reason why Quinn took off her mask was because the woman in front of her was Charlie’s university friend. She felt that she should have the basic courtesy and respect in front of Charlie’s university friend no matter whether she positioned herself as Charlie’s friend or fiancée for the past twenty years. Therefore, she decided to take off her face mask.However, this move scared Loreen to the point that she was so shocked and could not even move at all!She stared at Quinn’s beautiful and familiar face, and she was so shocked that she was at a loss for words.The woman standing in front of her was truly the hottest and most popular female celebrity in Oskia, Quinn Golding!Quinn was the superstar who had not only conquered the national audience, but she had also conquered Hollywood!Moreover, most people did not know about Quinn’s true identity. They did not know that she was actually the daughter of the chairman of the Golding Group. However, since Loreen was also the eldes
In fact, Loreen was also a big fan of Quinn, just like Claire. If Charlie was not here, she would have already rushed over to take a picture with Quinn.So, Loreen could not help but ask tentatively, “Charlie, how did you get to know Miss Golding?”Charlie had not figured out how to answer Loreen’s question yet.If he said that Quinn was just one of his Feng Shui customers, it would clearly be unreasonable, and it would not make sense for Charlie to come and ice skate at Herrolls Bay hand-in-hand with Quinn.However, if he said that he had already known Quinn since they were young, he would have to reveal his own identity.After all, in Loreen’s eyes, he was just an orphan who had been living in the Aurous Hill Welfare Institute all this time.How could an orphan like him, who had been living in Aurous Hill all this while, actually know the eldest young lady of the Golding family from Eastcliff? This was completely unreasonable and did not make any sense at all.So, Charlie felt
Loreen had originally felt that Charlie’s rhetorical explanation could barely make the cut. However, there were still certain things that made her feel that something was not right at all.Nevertheless, Charlie’s self-deprecation instantly swept away all the remaining doubts that Loreen had in her heart.She thought of the time when Charlie was despised and looked down upon by everyone else when they were still in university. Even some of their classmates who came from the same background as him had also bullied him wantonly.Charlie had never held it against anyone, let alone bother to argue or fight back against anyone else at all. He acted as though everything had nothing to do with him at all.Based on Charlie’s character, it was definitely impossible for Charlie to tell people about the fact that he knew Quinn personally.Moreover, even if he were to tell people about it, no one would have believed him anyway.As she thought about this, Loreen was suddenly filled with admira
When Charlie saw that Loreen already believed his words, he said, “Loreen, it’s already getting late. We will leave first. I will see you at the airport tomorrow.”Loreen nodded slightly. At this time, she suddenly recalled something, and she hurriedly said, “By the way, Charlie, you’ve saved me once again!”Charlie smiled as he said, “The person that I saved was not you. I saved the young girl. If she really crashed into you just now, you would not have suffered any serious injuries. However, the situation would have been very dangerous for the young girl.”Loreen pouted as she stubbornly said, “No matter what it is, I still have to thank you!”Charlie smiled helplessly as he said, “Okay, we will leave first. I will not be so polite to you anymore. Remember not to tell Claire about this matter first.”Loreen nodded as she said, “Okay. Don’t worry. I will not breathe a word about this matter to anyone else. It is indeed getting late. Both of us will also leave now.”Loreen and he
Charlie was not overly wary of Stephen, because based on his observation, he could tell that Stephen had no ill will toward him. In fact, it was all thanks to Stephen’s secret protection that he was able to grow up safely in Aurous Hill. Stephen had had the chance to harm him. If he had indeed held evil intentions toward him, he would have done it the first time he had a chance to, but he hadn’t.Therefore, Charlie had absolute trust in Stephen. He was also one of the few people that Charlie trusted. Thus, he was going to contact Stephen for a meetup to learn some details about the past.At this moment, Stephen was at the Wade Organization.In the executive conference room of the company, all the members of the Wade family were gathered there for the family meeting.The one who chaired the meeting was Jeremiah Wade, Charlie’s grandfather, and also the patriarch of the Wade family.Nearly twenty of the Wade family members were sitting rigidly upright in the conference room.At t
Upon hearing Jeremiah’s remarks, all the Wade family members looked at each other in bewilderment, feeling as though he was talking about a fairytale rather than a statement.By comparison, the Schulz family’s net worth was about 20% higher than the Wade family, which wasn’t very significant at first glance.However, because the actual amount of net worth of these two families was so large, the 20% difference in monetary value was incredibly huge.If the Wade family wanted to overtake the Schulz family, their assets would have to increase by at least several hundred billion.The Schulz family was already stronger than the Wade family in terms of volume, and naturally, they were growing faster than the Wade family. Consequently, the Schulz family was slowly widening the gap with the Wade family.It was not only difficult to rise against the current and catch up with the Schulz family, but it almost sounded like a fantasy.Jeremiah looked at the silent crowd and sighed. “Twenty ye
As soon as Jeremiah said this, the entire audience gaped in astonishment!Curtis’s son... wasn’t that Charlie?!In reality, back when Jeremiah had asked Stephen to purchase the Emgrand Group in Aurous Hill and give it to Charlie, even extending an invitation to welcome Charlie back to the family, everyone knew that Charlie was still alive.Apart from Jeremiah, everyone else was very wary of Charlie and even repelled him, fearing that he would return to Eastcliff and compete with them for the Wade family’s inheritance and power.Fortunately, Charlie had refused Stephen’s request and did not return to the Wade family, so everyone had been relieved and gradually put their guards down.However, even if Charlie decided not to return, everyone was still very agitated by the fact that Jeremiah had spent hundreds of billions on buying him the Emgrand Group.Although the Wade family’s assets exceeded a trillion dollars, they were a very large family.Jeremiah had four sons and two daught
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