With this regard, Holden, who was Yashita’s father and the head of the Harker family, appeared to look a little reluctant as he said, “Yashita, your eldest brother came and spoke to me during these past few days when you went to the southeast coast.”Yashita hurriedly asked, “Dad, what did my eldest brother talk to you about?”Holden sighed as he said, “To find Rosalie, the Harker family has sent out most of our manpower, and the various expenses that we have incurred during this time have amounted to one hundred to two hundred million dollars. However, there is still no news at all. We can forget the fact that we are delaying the children’s training, but since the Harker family has already fallen out with the Schulz family, we have lost our source of income. If we are to continue looking for Rosalie, our economic and financial gap will continue increasing.”As he spoke, Holden said helplessly, “The medicinal materials and herbs that we need for the children’s training amounts to th
Yashita spoke up and asked, “Dad, do you have any general plans now?”Holden said, “I thought about it a little. It would be better for us to look for a main family that we can collaborate with within Eastcliff. There are many other wealthy and big families in Eastcliff. Aside from the Schulz family, there is also the Wade family and the Golding family. If that cannot work out for us, we can also choose to collaborate with the Dunn family. After all, the enemy of our enemy is our friend. I believe that the Dunn family would also have the same intentions. Helen Dunn’s life and death are still unknown, and I do not believe that the Dunn family will keep their grievances to themselves.”Yashita nodded. After forcing herself to think about it for a moment, she spoke up, “Dad, all three of these families are very strong. It would be great if we could collaborate with them. However, I would not recommend the collaboration with the Dunn family.”Holden hurriedly asked, “Why?”Yashita said
When he heard that it was a phone call from the Wade family, it was not only Yashita who was in a state of disbelief, but even Holden, who was aside, was shocked.While Yashita was still shocked and astonished, Isaac spoke up and asked, “Madam Harker, I wonder if it would be convenient for us to speak now?”Yashita quickly came to her senses as she hurriedly replied, “It’s convenient. Please speak up.”Isaac smiled as he said, “This is the case. Our young master would like to invite Madam Harker to meet up and have a chat. I wonder if you would have the time to do so, Madam Harker?”“Meet up and have a chat?” Yashita asked, baffled, “I wonder what your young master would like to talk to me about?”Isaac replied, “Of course, it is to talk to you in regards to a collaboration. Our young master hopes that he would be able to discuss with you to see if there would be an opportunity for the development of an in-depth collaboration between the Wade family and the Harker family.”Yashit
However, if she could head to Aurous Hill to talk about the collaboration with Young Master Wade tonight, regardless of how their discussion related to the collaboration would end, she would certainly be able to depart for Johnstul Peninsula from Aurous Hill tomorrow morning.Aurous Hill was very close to Johnstul Peninsula, and the journey would take her only a little more than an hour by high-speed rail.This would not affect her original plan at all, and instead of slowing her down, it would be even faster for her.So, Yashita agreed without any hesitation as she said politely, “I do not have any problems with that, but I’ll have to trouble you to arrange all the itineraries here, then.”Isaac smiled and said, “These are all trivial matters. Madam Harker, please give me your detailed address. I’ll arrange for a helicopter to go there first.”“Okay!”After Yashita had given Isaac the specific address of the Harker family mansion, the both of them said goodbye to each other befo
While Isaac was mobilizing his resources to pick Yashita up from Moncolne in the northeast to bring her over to Aurous Hill, his subordinates had escorted Sheldon up onto the plane to fly to Syria.At the same time, Hamed, who was far away in Syria, had also begun mobilizing his own soldiers as he prepared to act according to Charlie’s suggestion and policy to heighten his fortifications, store up on his rations and supplies, and delay enthronization.When his friend, who was in the construction industry in Iraq, heard that Hamed would be able to give him a 50% premium for the project and would also be willing to pay him five million US dollars in advance, he did not hesitate to stop his project in Iraq, that was always late in payment. After that, he brought a bunch of construction workers who were willing to risk their own lives to make more money with him as they headed to Syria at top speed.Cadfan did not know that his son had already started his journey to the west.He only k
Chanel’s dress had the style of a British royal princess. The lower body was a knee-length skirt, while the upper body was in the style of a long-sleeved small suit, and it had the luxurious style of a young lady of note.The reason why Charlie chose this kind of clothing was mainly because the weather was still a little cold now. So, this kind of dress, that would be suitable for spring and autumn, would be just right.Although the skirt for this kind of dress was very long, if someone were to wear it with their bare legs, it would certainly be a little cold. So, Charlie bought a pair of black pantyhose for her.After choosing the size according to Autumn’s height in his memory, he was about to pay the bill and leave. At this time, he suddenly remembered that the pair of sneakers that Autumn had been wearing yesterday was too dirty. So, he bought her another pair of size 37 white fashion leather shoes.Charlie did not know whether the size would be right for her or not, but it did
Charlie did not know what was wrong with the lingerie that he had bought. This was because he had simply taken a single glance from the front, and since he was thinking of getting things done as fast as possible, he had simply pointed at it in passing.However, if he were to go around and take a look at the back, he would have realized that the underwear for the lower body was actually a T-shaped thong, formed out of two strings.After he was done buying the clothes, Charlie returned to the hotel wing. When he saw that there was still no movement at all from Autumn’s room even though it was already twelve noon, Charlie went directly to her room door and pressed on the doorbell.The doorbell rang for several minutes before Autumn woke up groggily.As she awoke, she stretched her waist beautifully, and her entire body felt indescribably comfortable all over.After that, she wrapped a bathrobe around herself, and she was still feeling sleepy and not fully awake as she came to the doo
For women, a pantyhose was an absolutely indispensable intimate apparel. It not only could be used to set off the women’s figure and temperament, but it could also be used to keep warm.Years ago, women would rarely be seen wearing dresses in winter because the premise of wearing a dress was to ensure and maintain the temperature of the legs. However, it would be really strange to wear a dress on the upper body and a pair of trousers on the lower body. It would be even more ridiculous to wear a dress on the upper body paired off with a pair of long johns on the lower body. It was not only until the popularization of leggings and pantyhose that this problem was eventually solved.However, although pantyhose had already become relatively common, Autumn had never received a pair of pantyhose from any man before.Therefore, she more or less had a subtle and mysterious feeling about this.Nevertheless, Autumn knew very well that this was Charlie’s way of showing his care and concern. Ot
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