Nanako asked, “Charlie-san, will I be able to see you again in the future?”Charlie nodded. “Yes. I’m shifting part of my business to Japan now, so I might come here often in the future.”“That’s great!” Nanako shrieked in delight. “Charlie-san, can you promise me one thing?”Charlie nodded. “What is it?”Nanako quickly said, “I hope you’ll let me know every time you come to Japan, and I hope you’ll allow me to meet you if it’s convenient for you!”“Also, if I go to Oskia and you happen to be available, please allow me to meet you as well, okay?”Charlie smiled. “No problem. I promise.”Nanako cheered like a little girl getting her favorite candy. “Then, I’ll be able to see you more often!”Amused by her sweet smile, Charlie’s voice turned gentler as he said with a smile, “Alright, then. Let me send you back to your room first. I’ll help you heal your injuries later.”Under the guidance of Nanako, Charlie pushed her wheelchair and sent her back to her room.Nanako’s room was
The pair of siblings, Jaime and Sophie, had been transported directly to Kyoto ever since they were brought out of Tokyo.At this time, the pair of siblings were imprisoned in a house less than two kilometers away from this place. A few ninjas from the Iga family were in charge of guarding and keeping an eye on them.They were all waiting for Yoshito’s order. If Yoshito gave them the order to take action, then they would kill the brother and sister immediately before secretly transporting their dead bodies to the Ito family mansion.However, before Yoshito issued any orders to them, they would have to keep the pair of siblings alive. Otherwise, it would not be convenient for them to transport and smuggle their dead bodies into the Ito family mansion if their bodies were to turn stiff after they had already died for quite some time.The ninjas from the Iga family were the best at assassination. In their experience, the most convenient time for a person to move a corpse was within
Charlie turned around before he smiled and said softly, “Don’t worry. I will be back soon.”After he was done speaking, Charlie stepped out of Nanako’s boudoir and disappeared into the snowy night.***The Iga ninja who had come to scout the place was running at full speed in the night under the snowstorm.He moved very quickly and swiftly, almost like an elusive ghost under the cover of night.However, he would never have expected that a super powerful and capable master who was a hundred times stronger than him would be following right behind him. This super powerful and capable master was none other than Charlie.The Iga ninja ran for two kilometers without stopping. After that, he finally stopped in front of the entrance of a courtyard. He subsequently arrived at the courtyard’s simple door before he knocked on the door four times, using two slow knocks and two quick knocks. The door was opened slightly from the inside and the gap was only small enough for one person to pass
Charlie recognized Sophie immediately as soon as the gunny sack was removed.He could not help but curse silently in his heart: “Isn’t this the woman the same woman who was sitting in the Rolls-Royce with Eikichi that night? She had even argued with me when I was teaching Eikichi a lesson. Unexpectedly, she has actually been kidnapped and brought all the way here. Moreover, it seems as though these people are going to kill her before blaming her death on Yahiko. It looks like this woman does not come from an ordinary background!”At this time, Sophie’s mouth was gagged as there was a towel stuff into her mouth. So, even if she continued whimpering for a long time, she could not really say anything at all.So, the ninja in charge stretched out his hand before he pulled the towel out of her mouth. After that, he said coldly, “I will give you one chance. Just say whatever you want to say then.”Sophie was terrified and her eyes were filled with horror. However, she forced herself to c
The Iga ninja immediately replied, “Okay, Mr. Matsumoto. We will be waiting for your instructions at all times!”Yoshito sneered before he said, “By the way, the family members of the two people that you’ve kidnapped have already arrived in Tokyo. So, I hope that you will make the two of them suffer an even more tragic death. It would be perfect if the scene where their corpses are found looks very tragic and horrifying when the police officers eventually find their bodies. The more gruesome their deaths, the angrier their family members would be. This matter would start to get even more interesting then!”The Iga ninja hurriedly replied, “Don’t worry. You can rest assured that we will certainly do as you ask!”Yoshito said, “I heard that the young lady is also quite beautiful. All of you can just assault and abuse her before killing her. If her family members see that she has been assaulted and abused, then they would certainly hate Yahiko to death!”When the Iga ninja heard this,
When Charlie’s voice suddenly rang out, the group of ninjas who were all so well-trained were all startled by his voice!None of them would have expected that they, who were the best at secretly tailing others, would actually be tailed by someone too!Furthermore, before this person spoke up, none of them had noticed his existence at all!Jonin, the ninja in charge, immediately drew his ninjato in an instant. After that, he looked around his surroundings vigilantly before he asked in a nervous voice, “Who is there? Come out now!”At this time, Charlie leaped down from the wall before he entered the room by breaking through the glass window directly. There were many broken glass shards scattered on the floor at this time.Sophie was shocked as soon as she saw Charlie!She really could not believe that someone would actually come and rescue her at a time like this. Furthermore, she really could not believe that the person who would come and rescue her was none other than the Oskian
However, the person that they had met this time was Charlie!The expression on Charlie’s face did not change at this time. He simply rubbed his toes gently against the ground. A triangular piece of broken glass suddenly bounced up from the ground as it flew directly towards Jonin at a very fast speed!In the blink of an eye, Charlie had lifted another piece of glass as he shot it in the exact same direction again!When Jonin was rushing directly at Charlie, he suddenly noticed two pieces of crystal-clear objects which were refracting the colorful spectrum of light passing through his peripheral vision in an instant, like two meteors one after the other!Before he even had time to figure out what it was, he suddenly felt a sharp pain on his right wrist, which was holding the ninjato!In the blink of an eye, he suddenly felt the same pain on his left wrist!After that, he suddenly felt that he had already lost strength in both of his hands. The ninjato slipped from his palm before
Charlie’s words made everyone feel even more terrified at this time!They suddenly realized that Charlie had just kicked two pieces of broken glass with his toes just now, and he had directly and accurately cut off both of the veins in Jonin’s wrist just like that!It was not that difficult to kick a flying piece of glass shard. It was not even that difficult to hurt someone with a piece of flying glass shard.However, what was difficult was that it should be completely impossible to accurately cut off a person’s vein on both of his wrists using a flying piece of glass shard!Moreover, Jonin was not simply standing in place to allow his opponent to attack him. Instead, he had been rushing directly towards Charlie. It was really unbelievable and incredible for Charlie to be able to cut off Jonin’s veins from both of his wrists directly when Jonin was moving at such an incredibly fast speed!Furthermore, Charlie could completely subdue Jonin using just one hand. This ability was s
Jacob wasn't really concerned with the invitation. He wouldn't be going anyway, and he wouldn't tell Elaine about it.Right now, he had a question.After hanging up on Walker, he asked curiously, "A designated driver would be just a few dozen bucks at most. Why get Walker?"Mr. Bay sighed meaningfully. "Jacob, my boy—it's not just my job description you must handle when you succeed me. You must understand the unspoken rules of the workplace as well as interpersonal relationships."Raising his right index finger, he chuckled, "Earning the loyalty of subordinates is a science. But it has to be a carrot and stick—never just the carrot, while offering them chances to be of service.""Take Walker, for example. As his boss, buying him lunch is 5 points. Ask for a favor, but it's 50 points instead!""As a leader, you should also make sure to give requests that are reasonable. That way, they will consider you to be their ally, or soon enough.""People are strange that way—psychology sim
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…