During the journey, Quinn didn’t utter a single word. It was as if she had something on her mind.After seeing her beautiful brows frowning, Charlie couldn’t help but ask, “Nana, what’s on your mind?”Quinn came back to her senses and replied, “Brother Charlie, is your relationship with Claire really…good?”Charlie was surprised by the question and replied with a question of his own. “Why do you ask this so suddenly?”Quinn replied, “I’m just curious and also a little worried.”“What are you worried about?”“Worried about what I should do in the future if your relationship is really good…”Charlie smiled a little and asked, “Before you met me, have you ever wondered about your future?”Quinn nodded. “I’ve thought about it before. Before I met you, I had always known that I must look for you. If I couldn’t find you, then I’d stay single since I have no feelings for other men anyway.”Charlie continued, “If you really hadn’t met me… I don’t think you’d actually stay single until
Early the next morning, Charlie was planning to bid farewell to Quinn’s family and then take a taxi to the airport but unexpectedly, Yule insisted on personally driving him to the airport.Rachel and Quinn were both accompanying them.Charlie didn’t want to trouble them and waste their precious time but they insisted and it was difficult for him to reject their hospitality, so he agreed.Yule was driving his Rolls-Royce with Rachel sitting at the passenger seat, while Charlie and Quinn were both seated in the back seat.Quinn was feeling a little depressed but since her parents were in the car, she tried to refrain from speaking. She looked as if there was a lot on her mind.As the outline of the airport was within sight, Quinn built up some courage to reach out her hand to grab Charlie’s hand and gave it a little squeeze.Charlie turned his head and saw Quinn looking back at him with a stubborn and resentful stare. He couldn’t help but feel a little sense of guilt building up wi
The salesperson frowned and said, “Sir, the price of this bag is $580,000.”Charlie hummed and said, “No problem, I want it.”The salesperson then replied, “Excuse me sir, if you want to purchase this bag, you’ll have to purchase items of a similar amount also known as accompanying purchase”Charlie was surprised by the statement and asked. “What do you mean to purchase items of a similar amount? Can’t I just buy this bag directly?”The salesperson smiled contemptuously as she replied. “Sir, is this your first time purchasing a Hermes bag? Have you bought anything from Hermes previously?”Charlie shook his head. “No, may I know what the problem is?”The salesperson hummed, “A lot of Hermes bags aren’t something you can purchase that easily. Just because you want to purchase it doesn’t mean that you can get it directly. You can pick, choose, and buy anything you like but those only apply for the general merchandise and basic model bags which are below $300,000. Anything above that
At that moment, Tanaka’s attention was completely placed on the fashionable and somewhat flirtatious woman who was beside him.That was why he did not notice Charlie who was in the store.Since the two spoke the Oskian dialect, Charlie speculated that the female companion had to be from Oskia.After the two of them walked into the shop, the woman dragged Tanaka around the shop to look around. Immediately after, she pointed at the Hermes limited edition handbag that Charlie has already selected for his wife and said flirtatiously, “Tanaka, I want this bag!”Tanaka replied embarrassingly, “My dear, we’ve come all the way to Eastcliff to look for a world-renowned doctor for the eldest lady. We aren’t here to shop! It’s bad enough that we failed to meet the doctor… I really have no idea how I’m supposed to go back to face the family…If you really want to do some shopping, then could you please wait till we return to Japan first? I will take you to Tokyo and you can shop all you like th
Charlie heard those words and snorted. “What’s there to show-off? A Japanese family standing on my beloved Oskian soil? Believe it or not, even if Ito Yahiko was standing in front of me and pretended to be brave and strong. I’d still beat him into a pulp and make him kneel before me and call me grandpa!”“A*shole!” Tanaka, who was originally feeling a little guilty for his girlfriend’s impoliteness towards Charlie, suddenly shouted angrily.He then proceeded to scold sternly. “How dare you disrespect Mr. Ito! Are you tired of living?!”Charlie smiled, turned his head to look at Tanaka and asked coldly, “Is it Tanaka? It’s been a long while.”The moment Tanaka saw Charlie, his expression changed. It was as if he had seen a ghost!He still remembers clearly how Charlie had utterly destroyed Mr. Yamamoto with a single move.There was no doubt that Charlie is definitely the most abnormally powerful person he has ever known in his life. He did not expect to meet this devil in the Herm
“Eldest Lady?”Upon hearing Charlie’s question, Tanaka expression saddened and he sighed softly. “Mr. Charlie, I won’t hide this from you. The eldest lady has suffered a very serious injury from her previous fight with Ms. Aurora. Although she is lucky enough to be alive, her body is no longer as strong as it used to be. Now she’s recuperating in Kyoto…”Charlie couldn’t help but feel a little nervous as he remembered Nanako’s tender looks.However, Charlie was able to conceal his emotions well. With a poker face, he said. “Are there any problematic complications? Will she be able to participate in future competitions?”Tanaka gave a bitter smile. “I don’t think she would be able to participate in any competitions in the future. Her body is so fragile and weak now. It was just a few days ago where she was able to gather enough strength to stand but she wasn’t able to walk much. Nowadays, she spends most of her time lying in bed, recuperating. In the evening, when the sun is about t
Charlie sighed with a saddened expression. He then turned around and bought some small Hermes items from the counter as the accompanying products. After matching up to $500,000, he swiped his card to checkout and carried the bunch of Hermes gift boxes out of the shop and headed to the VIP lounge.As soon as Charlie arrived at the VIP lounge, Loreen was already waiting for him inside.Seeing Charlie walking into the lounge with all those Hermes bags, Loreen couldn’t help but feel a little jealous as she spoke. “I was wondering why I didn't see you when I arrived. Now I know where you’ve been. Seems like someone is busying shopping at Hermes. Are these presents for Claire?”Charlie nodded very naturally. “I’m finally here in the big city of Eastcliff, so of course I’ll have to buy some souvenirs for my wife.”Loreen curled her lips and said. “Charlie…I realized that you have a lot of secrets. Quinn Golding is a superstar and her autograph, once placed on an online platform, can fetch
Charlie was already a little numb to Loreen’s unabated love confession towards him at this point.So, he simply treated it as though Loreen was just joking with him. He changed the subject and asked her, “By the way, your cousin Dylan must be cycling now. So, where is he now?”Loreen pouted her lips in disappointment. She knew very well that Charlie had been avoiding her when it came to all these emotional matters. So, she had already gotten accustomed to Charlie’s attitude. When she saw he was simply changing the topic, she followed suit as she said, “I heard that he had already arrived at Johnsrines Bay this morning. However, I heard he came down with a cold after sleeping under a bridge last night.”Charlie said with a faint smile, “When he arrives at Aurous Hill, his physical fitness would have already improved abundantly.”Loreen chuckled as she said, “To be honest, your punishment might be a good thing for him. My cousin is usually very arrogant and domineering. He would ofte
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