Charlie spoke up at this time, “Madam Harker, you and Rosalie have not seen each other in a long time. Why don’t both of you go back to the room to rest first? I’m sure that both of you will have a lot to talk about. I’ll get someone to send dinner over to the both of you later. If there is anything else that you need, feel free to contact the service staff at any time.”Yashita bowed slightly before she said, “Thank you then, Young Master Wade!”Charlie smiled faintly before he said again, “By the way, Madam Harker, if you and the Harker family are interested, we could talk about a collaboration in the future. At that time, I can hire you to come and work for me here. That way, you’ll not need to be separated from Rosalie.”Before Yashita could say anything, Rosalie, who was aside, said excitedly, “That’s great! Mom, when the time comes, you can move to Aurous Hill, then!”Yashita had a slightly embarrassed expression on her face as she said, “Young Master Wade, according to what
As she was faced with Charlie’s inquiry, Yashita did not hide anything as she spoke up and explained, “Young Master Wade, the Harker family’s inner family boxing method has a large demand and requirement for temperature and medicinal herbs. The medicinal herbs are mainly those herbs to supplement the qi, and it is supplemented by medicinal herbs to strengthen the body. The medicinal herbs to supplement the qi are mainly those such as ginseng, reishi mushroom, deer antler, and cordyceps sinensis. As for the medicinal herbs to strengthen the body, it mainly consists of some medicinal herbs that are used to soak in medicinal baths.”After she was done speaking, Yashita continued elaborating, “The Harker family has two prescriptions. The first one is called the Nourishing Qi pill, and the other is called the Body Awakening soup. The Nourishing Qi pill is a medicine that is made after boiling ginseng, reishi mushroom, and other precious medicinal herbs in a special manner. After taking it
‘I believe that the Harker family will certainly worship and regard the Healing Pill as the standard after personally experiencing the efficacy of the Healing Pill!’‘When the time comes, I’ll only need to give a few Healing Pills to the Harker family every year in order to ensure that the Harker family will follow and serve me with all of their hearts!’Yashita did not know what Charlie was thinking of.When she saw Charlie taking out two pills before handing them over to her daughter and herself respectively, she could not help but ask, “Young Master Wade, are we supposed to just take this pill directly?”“Yes.” Charlie nodded before he said seriously, “This medicine is made using a very special technique, and it’ll melt directly in your mouth. Moreover, the effect of this medicine is released very quickly, and there are no toxic side effects. The both of you can try it now.”Although Yashita did not know how effective this pill would be, she also believed that Charlie would nev
The biggest difference between the Harker family’s Nourishing Qi pill and Charlie’s Healing Pill was not the medicinal effect, but it was actually the medicinal properties.The so-called medicinal properties referred to the basic nature of the medication.The same analogy as before would be used.The Healing Pill was like a heavy bomb that was used in the military.As for the Nourishing Qi pill, it would simply be an ordinary firecracker. The difference was not only in the energy of their explosion but also in its fundamental nature.For instance, the military bomb would be able to blow through a steel plate that was one meter thick, and it would be able to blast through a ten-meter thick concrete fortification. However, no matter how much ordinary gunpowder there was in an ordinary firecracker, it would simply be impossible for the firecracker to blow through a one-meter-thick steel plate. This was the fundamental difference in their nature.This was the case with the Harker
As he spoke, Charlie asked her, “Rosalie, I can see that you have already opened up your Chong meridian using the power of the medication just now. Your strength is almost doubled up now. Congratulations!”When Yashita heard this, she was dumbfounded as she blurted out, “Rosalie, you… you’ve opened up your Chong meridian?!”“Yes…” Rosalie’s eyes were flushed red as she choked up and said, “Mom, I’ve already opened up my Chong meridian…”Yashita was so excited that she burst into tears as she said, “In our family, there has not been a second person who could open up their Chong meridian ever since your grandfather opened up his Chong meridian forty years ago… Today, you’ve finally opened it up too…”Rosalie could not help but look at Charlie. At this time, Charlie’s image in her mind was already completely unrivaled. She really could not understand why Charlie could have such great strength and competence.The first time, Charlie had simply been checking her pulse for her, but sh
In truth, this kind of Healing Pill was not anything worth mentioning to Charlie.Even if he were to give the Harker family fifty or a hundred pills a year, to Charlie, it would only be a matter of snapping his fingers.However, the reason why he wanted to control the quantity to five pills a year was because he wanted to make sure that the Harker family would be fully aware of how precious this item truly was.Charlie was also clear that based on the effectiveness of the Healing Pill on martial artists, even if he were to simply give them two pills a year, that would be sufficient to ensure that the Harker family would go all out to work for him.The reason why he had decided to give them five pills was because he wanted to give the Harker family an opportunity to rise up the ranks. That way, they would be able to plan and focus on training three to five talented warriors every year.Yashita was naturally very clear about the value of this pill, and she realized that this was ind
Charlie smiled indifferently. “The two pills that I gave to you and Rosalie before this will not be counted. That is just a little token of appreciation from me to both of you, mother and daughter. I’ll also give the both of you two extra pills every year in the future, and those two pills will have nothing to do with the Harker family.”Yashita was suddenly so nervous that she didn't even know what to say. She was so surprised and happy as she said, “This… this is really too valuable. How can we possibly…”At this time, Charlie waved his hand as he spoke up, “Rosalie and I are also destined. What’s more, there will be a long-term collaboration between us in the future. So, a few pills are not worth mentioning at all. Madam Harker, you don’t need to feel so entangled.”As he spoke, Charlie said again, “The both of you, mother and daughter, are finally reunited again. So, you must have a lot to say to one another. I’ll not bother the both of you too much anymore.”When Yashita saw t
As soon as she thought of Curtis, Yashita could not help but think of Sheldon.She had already stayed by Sheldon’s side ever since his teenage years. So, she knew of Sheldon’s younger days very well. She knew how outstanding Curtis was back then, and she also knew that the Sheldon back then had always been living under Curtis’s shadow.She suddenly felt that it was a little ironic.Back then, Curtis had crushed Sheldon in all aspects, but Sheldon had not been convinced at all deep in his heart. It was not only until Curtis’s death that Sheldon could finally heave a sigh of relief. But who would have expected that Curtis’s son would also be so outstanding and incredible to the point that it was almost unbelievable?!Although today was Yashita’s first time meeting Charlie, based on the fact that Charlie could actually secretly rescue her daughter from the Japanese Self-Defence Force and also coupled with the fact that he could actually hide this matter from everyone else without
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