Helen could not help but laugh out loud. “Hahaha! What kind of dream is that?”Sophie smiled as she said, “The setting in my dream seemed to be by the bank of Yardi River, the place I used to go to fly kites when I was a kid.”As she spoke, Sophie said again, “Don’t you think that dreams are very strange? I was a young lady in my dreams, but I did not feel that it was out of sorts when I was dreaming.”Helen nodded. “What is so strange about it? You’ll always be very invested in most dreams that seem to be out of sorts when you are dreaming, and you’ll only feel that it is completely absurd after you wake up.”As she spoke, she sighed softly as she continued saying, “Sigh… I do not even know how many absurd and weird dreams I’ve had in my life. I dreamt that a dead person was still alive, and I even dreamt that I changed how I lived…”Sophie looked at Helen, and when she saw the regretful expression that could never be erased from her face, she could not help but ask, “Mom, do you
When she saw a figure rolling into her room by her feet, Sophie was also taken aback.However, she could not be bothered to look at the man who had just rolled by her feet. Instead, she focused all of her attention entirely on Charlie’s face.When she saw that it was indeed Charlie who was standing in front of her, Sophie felt as though she had been completely captured by Charlie at this instant. The longing that she had felt for him for so many days gushed out directly from her heart as tears started welling up in her eyes. Immediately afterward, tears started streaming down her face.She knelt on the ground without any second thoughts as she choked and said, “Thank you, benefactor, for saving my life twice! Thank you, benefactor, for saving my brother! Thank you, benefactor, for saving my mother…”Charlie had an indifferent look on his face as he pointed at Sheldon, whose face was already badly bashed up as he said coldly, “You should not be rushing to thank me first. Why don’t y
“I know.” Helen smiled slightly as he said, “The both of us are husband and wife after all. I know that even if you hate me, you might not necessarily be willing to kill me.”At this time, Sophie rushed toward Sheldon as she blurted out, “Dad! Why did Grandpa do this?! Why would he want to kill my mother?!”Sheldon was extremely ashamed as he said, “Your grandpa, he… his behavioral style has always been like this. However, he was actually just targeting your mother, and he was not targeting you at all. He really did not expect that you would also be there at that time…”Sophie blurted out angrily, “What is the difference between him targeting my mother or him targeting me?! He sent someone to kill my mother. Didn’t he think about the fact that I would actually look for him to take revenge on him in the future?!”Sheldon was suddenly speechless and at a complete loss for words.After hesitating for a while, he sighed as he said, “What else could I do? I had to leave for Australia o
Rosalie’s room was not too far, nor was it too near Helen and Sophie’s room. Although they were all in the same area on the executive floor, there were about a dozen rooms in between them.At this time, she naturally did not know about anything that was happening in Sophie’s room.Recently, she had been using the opportunity and time to practice martial arts.Charlie had already cleared her Ren meridian for her before this, and her strength and foundation had undergone an earth-shattering change because of that. So, she could not help but take advantage of this good foundation that Charlie had already laid out for her so that she could quickly improve her strength and abilities.At this time, Rosalie was wearing her sports bra as she trained in her room. When she heard the doorbell ringing, she subconsciously thought that it would be Charlie, and she was filled with excitement as she ran to the door.Just as she was about to open the door, she heard Isaac’s voice from outside the
When he saw that Rosalie was still alive, he felt even more emotional as he cried and said, “Rosalie! Rosalie, it is truly you! I spent a lot of effort and went through a lot of difficulties just to find you!”Charlie rolled his eyes, and he looked at Sheldon before he raised his hand to slap him directly.Slap!Both Sophie and Rosalie were extremely surprised because of this slap!Sheldon was also completely stunned. He was extremely angry and furious as he asked, “What’s the matter now?! What did I do this time?! Why are you hitting me again? Moreover, you’re actually hitting me in front of my wife and daughters!”Charlie asked him coldly at this time, “Sheldon Schulz, you’re truly a very shameless person. Did you honestly try looking for Rosalie after she disappeared?”“I…” Sheldon was completely startled.‘That’s right. Did I look for her?’‘Of course not.’‘That’s because I had no way to look for her at all!’‘She disappeared in the vast ocean, and even the Japanese coul
When Sheldon heard this, he could not help but shudder!He never expected that both of his daughters would actually still be alive!Moreover, they had both been saved by Charlie.Since this was the case, what would he do if Charlie really wanted him to give his own life in exchange?!He truly felt very guilty toward both of his daughters, and he really wanted them to be safe and sound. However, he was also human, and he had not lived enough yet! He did not want to die either!As he thought about this, he suddenly trembled as he choked up and said, “Mr. Wade, I swear that I did not kill your parents back then. I really have nothing to do with your parents’ death.”After that, he quickly added, “I’ll say something from the bottom of my heart. In the first half of my life, no matter what I did, I would always get crushed and defeated by your father. He was the most recognized talent in the entire Eastcliff, and perhaps even in the whole of Oskia! He was not only very handsome and su
“I…” Sheldon was speechless, and his whole body began trembling and convulsing violently.At this time, he really did not know what he should say.Say that he would die on his own? Then, Charlie would certainly force him to commit suicide.Say that he would allow Charlie to help him? Then, Charlie might just gun him down…Nevertheless, both of his daughters were here. So, should he really beg Charlie for mercy? Wouldn’t that simply mean that he would be going back on his words again and that he would be abandoning his daughters once more?He felt extremely entangled, and he was really afraid of dying. So, Sheldon could only collapse on the ground as though he was paralyzed. He could only cry, but he could not even say a word at all.When Sophie looked at Sheldon, she could not help but despise him a little, yet at the same time, she felt that it was a little unbearable.She was actually not afraid that her father would go back on his word.After all, she was already very disapp
When Sheldon heard that Charlie was going to detain him for three years and that he would only gain his freedom if Sophie handed his father over to Charlie, Sheldon suddenly fell into a state of panic.Just as he was about to speak, Sophie, who was at the side, suddenly spoke up as she asked, “Benefactor, you’re targeting my father because of the Anti-Wade Alliance back then. But why are you targeting my grandfather, then?”Charlie smiled slightly before he replied seriously, “I have three reasons for targeting your grandfather.”“Firstly, judging by the fact that your grandfather has the absolute right to speak and make any decisions in the Schulz family, then, although your father was the one who established the Anti-Wade Alliance back then, the person who instigated this would certainly be none other than your grandfather!”As soon as Sheldon, who was at the side, heard these words, he nodded repeatedly as tears streamed down his face!Charlie’s words had touched the bottom of
Jacob was naturally gleeful that he could get the late medieval bronze sculpture along with its base. Right after he wired the agreed upon ninety-eight grand to Mr. Cardensky, he was already imagining how Raymond would buy it from him for several hundred grand.On the other hand, once Mr. Cardensky received the transfer, he saw the name on the account: Jacob Wilson.He was left perplexed—wasn't that man's last name Montague? Who was this Jacob Wilson?Still, he didn't worry about it too much since most antique hustlers preferred to work with anonymity and therefore, using a different name was perfectly normal.He then carefully wrapped up the bronze sculpture before passing it Jacob, asking politely, "Would you happen to have any other requests, Mr. Montague? I have plenty of other items here if you'd permit me to give an introduction."Jacob shook his head, "Just this sculpture will do. I'm not fully confident in your work either since this is our first deal, so I'm just trying i
Jacob asked, "Then, what would this sculpture be worth if it was genuine?"Mr. Cardensky thought about it. "Well, there are standards when it comes to Renaissance relics, but with something this exquisite, it'd definitely be auctionable for one or two million—and that's the conservative estimate.""How much would you sell it to me for?" Jacob then asked."Thirty percent of the market price," Mr. Cardensky quickly replied. "As I've said, the conservative estimate for this one is around one to two million, so we will set the price with the median estimate value at 1.5 million. And thirty percent means 450 grand."Jacob shook his head right away. "No, no, no… that's too expensive. What if I end up unable to sell it, on top of that?"In his mind, while he could barely accept that pricing, he still needed Raymond to be able to afford it if he wanted to swindle Raymond for twice the money.Mr. Cardensky quickly chuckled, "Oh, Mr. Montague—now you're being too serious. In this business,
"Okay!"Mr. Cardensky smiled and pointed at a nearby farmyard. "There's our workshop—the good stuff is all in there. Allow me to take you there!"The farmyard seemed uninteresting at first glance, but Mr. Cardensky soon led them to the stables and brushed off the straws covering the floor, revealing a plank laid flat on the ground.Mr. Cardensky then lifted it, revealing a passage below—they had dug a cellar into the ground beneath, with the stables as an entry point.As Jacob followed Mr. Cardensky down the cellar, he exclaimed in awe, "Your operation is definitely big, digging such a huge cellar!"Mr. Cardensky smiled humbly. "Anyone working in the business would have sustained their losses before. In the end, we're all folk of humble origins, starting out with raiding tombs or excavating artifacts. Just digging a cellar is really nothing."As they conversed, they cleared the stairs and arrived at the main hall.It was certainly a hall as it was around a hundred square meters,
Zachary nodded repeatedly. "Mr. Montague? Very well!""Yes!" Jacob grinned smugly. "Longer last names are simply better—it just sounds so authoritative."With that agreed upon, both men alighted, where the master was waiting nearby.Seeing them get off, he hurried over to them, smiling, "Please, follow me."Zachary looked around and huffed, "Honestly, Mr. Cardensky, isn't this way too far from the highway? The road is narrow and terrible, and I have to park my car all the way out here. Just coming here is taxing."Mr. Cardensky smiled in turn. "My friend, that's exactly why we picked this place. Do you remember seeing a couple of cars parked by the road, occupying half of it?""We arranged for them to be there. Anyone coming by car would have to slow down that way, buying time for us to see who they truly are. If it's cops, our watchers would quietly text us while we clean the house and bail."Zachary exclaimed in realization, "You boys really run a tight ship!""For sure," Mr.
After working in Antique Street for years, Zachary's connections and influence were naturally special. And yet, though he was acquainted with some of the more impressive individuals, he was not that close with them either.For example, the forgery masters who worked specifically to deceive experts only accepted jobs from major clients, usually antique traders high in social status and wealth.In contrast, they wouldn't ever be interested in frivolous people like Zachary. Even if he could reach them, they might not look at him twice.If one would describe them as the cartel boss, then Zachary would be a low-level enforcer, managing night joints or goofing off.But now, Zachary had turned over a new leaf—he worked under Don Albert, so one of those masters was pleasantly surprised when he called one of them, inviting him to his own workshop for a visit and further discussion.As such, Zachary picked up Jacob and went over to the master's hideout where the latter worked on his count
Zachary was naturally shrewd enough to read Jacob's intention.In reality, he wasn't offering to pay just because he wanted the profit. He merely wanted to get in Jacob's good graces. After all, wouldn't Jacob be even more grateful that he wasn't just helping his revenge but also helping him make money?As such, he didn't hesitate to tell Jacob, "Well, chief—since you'll be paying, I will make sure that you will get every cent of profit that you deserve."Jacob was grinning ear-to-ear, but he said, "Oh, you don't have to! If we really are making a profit, there's no way I would let your good work go unrewarded!"Spreading his arms, he continued generously, "How about this? I will pay the full cost while you get twenty percent of the net profit!"Zachary laughed. "Now, that can wait, chief. We need to pay as soon as we decide on the item we want, and there's no time for buyer's regret. But if Raymond doesn't take the bait, all that money will go down the drain, and whether we can s
Zachary chuckled and continued, "Well, I went to Antique Street and asked around. Turns out our mutual friend only brought a few hundred thousand grand with him. If he messes up and loses all his money, won't it be over for him?""He won't just be broke either—he'd be humiliated and forced to fuck off from Antique Street. You'd get even then!"Jacob was at once excited.Just yesterday, Claire and Charlie were warning him that assault meant doing time.As the vice president of the Calligraphy and Painting Association and the next presidential-hopeful, he would lose his place if he was charged with assault or being an accessory to a case.However, Zachary's plan was much better. Jacob wouldn't have to take responsibility, and the damage on Raymond would be even worse!In comparison, slapping Raymond meant nothing. Watching him go broke and get humiliated would really ease his heart!With that in mind, he promptly pressed Zachary, "Are you sure that prick will mess up?""I can't a
Jacob Wilson was in his office at the Calligraphy and Painting Association, planning his itinerary in Dubai.Still, he was immediately thrilled when Zachary told him that there was progress, and he quickly said, "Come see me at the Calligraphy and Painting Association. We'll talk in my office!""Alright!" Zachary agreed to it happily. "Just wait, Mr. Wilson. I'll be right there!"Jacob then quickly told him, "By the way, remember to address me as the vice president when you're here. Got it?"Zachary was naturally sharp enough to understand why, especially around other members of the Calligraphy and Painting Association.Smiling, he said, "Don't worry, chief. You can always be at ease when I'm on the job!"Once he hung up, he drove to the Calligraphy and Painting Association at top speed.There were just a dozen people around the dozens of work cubicles although Zachary was curious about the personal effects or office tools in the cubicles.After asking around, a staff member le
Then, Mick continued, "I won't lie—Moore Group's bean counters have been eager to get rid of Vintage Deluxe for a while now. It's only Miss Moore's insistence that keeps them at bay, even occasionally coming to check on how business is going. That means she holds sentiment for this place, but if she knows that Raymond is back and doing well, she might hire him again!"Zachary could laugh right then. After all, Mick was terrible at gathering information—he could worry about anyone taking his palace, but not Raymond. The man was fired because he had insulted Master Wade's father in-law, and Miss Moore was endlessly respectful—even obedient to Master Wade. There was no chance that she would hire Raymond back after what he had done, and Mick was just being paranoid.However, Zachary did not tell Mick that.As Mick was begging him to intervene and thus owing him big time, he would also be helping Jacob Wilson get even.Two birds with one stone, so why not?With that in mind, Zachar