Charlie and Claire had just arrived at the first row and were about to head to the center when they suddenly saw that the four people who were sitting down before them were actually all their acquaintances.The person who was sitting closest to the entrance of the first row was Doris. When she saw that Charlie and Claire were here, she stood up and smiled as she said, “Master Wade, Chairman Wilson, the both of you are here too!”Claire was surprised and said, “Oh! Vice Chairman Young, are you also here to see Quinn Golding’s concert?”Doris laughed and said, “I’ve always been a huge fan of Quinn Golding, and I know how to sing every single one of her songs! How could I possibly not come now that she has finally decided to hold a concert in Aurous Hill?”Claire nodded repeatedly as she smiled and said, “I really would not have expected that you would actually have time to chase after celebrities when you are usually so busy with work.”Doris looked at Charlie before she said with p
In truth, Claire had seen the reports and news during Aurora and Nanako’s competition back then, but at that time, both girls had looked extremely valiant when they were wearing professional combat clothing on the field. Moreover, Nanako’s long hair had been tied into a neat and sharp ponytail, whereas Aurora had had medium-length hair at that time. But now, these two girls’ hairs were long and draped over their shoulders. They looked very gentle and meek, and this was the reason why it was very difficult for Claire to link these two girls to the two valiant girls during the competition back then.Each of these five women, who were sitting side by side, had their own characteristics and strengths. They were simply five extremely beautiful women.Just as Claire was still extremely dumbfounded, Jasmine took the initiative to speak up. “Hello, Mrs. Wade, long time no see!” Previously, when Claire’s best friend, Magnolia, had gotten married, Charlie had brought her to Jasmine’s top b
As soon as the few women heard Charlie’s words, all of them nodded knowingly.Although all of them had a very good impression of Charlie in their hearts, they also knew very well that Charlie wanted to spend some time alone with his wife tonight. So, they should not disturb them too much.At this time, Jasmine spoke up, “Master Wade, Mrs. Wade, in that case, we will not disturb the both of you while you watch the concert. We can meet up for a meal when you are free.”After saying that, Jasmine looked at Claire and said seriously, “In addition, Mrs. Wade, you can come and pay a visit to Moore Group when you are free. We also have had some design and renovation needs lately. We can collaborate if you are interested.”Currently, Claire was at the stage in her career where she was extremely ambitious.She had always hoped that she would be able to develop and build up her company to make it even bigger and stronger quickly. She also hoped that she would be able to take the initiative
In addition, the Ito family was, in itself, a very big traditional Japanese family. Therefore, Yahiko had always been very committed to raising and cultivating his daughter to becoming a perfect young lady in the eyes of the Japanese. So, that was also the reason why Nanako had such a gentle and elegant temperament.Therefore, this was the reason why Claire would feel ashamed and inferior in front of Nanako, and she would also constantly feel that the other party was much better as compared to herself. After Claire sighed in her heart, she then took the initiative to divert the topic back to Jasmine as she said excitedly, “However, if I can indeed reach a collaboration with Miss Moore this time, the company will be able to go up another level!”As she spoke, Claire said to Charlie again, “Husband, look. Emgrand Group is the largest enterprise in Aurous Hill, and the Moore family is the largest family in Aurous Hill. If I can collaborate with these two parties for a long time, in ti
As the couple was chatting, a figure walked up to both of them and sat down next to Claire.Claire turned around to take a look, and she immediately exclaimed, “Oh! Miss Schulz!”Charlie raised his head to take a look, and it was only then that he realized that the person sitting next to Claire was actually Sophie. Why was she here too?When Sophie saw both of them, she was also a little surprised, and she smiled as she said, “Oh, Chairman Wilson and Mr. Wade! I did not expect the both of you to be here too!”Claire smiled and said, “I’ve always liked Quinn Golding, so I had begged my husband to accompany me to come and watch her performance long ago.”After saying that, Claire hurriedly asked again, “Miss Schulz, why didn’t Aunt Dunn come with you?”Sophie laughed and said playfully, “To be honest, my mother actually does not like this kind of overly lively occasion. Moreover, I wasn’t actually planning to come to the concert today. However, my brother left this concert ticket b
Sophie was a little surprised at first, but she quickly came back to her senses.Sophie was also from a rich family in Eastcliff. Therefore, she also knew about the Golding family’s situation very well. She also knew that Yule and Rachel were Quinn’s parents. Since this was Quinn’s concert, it was only natural for them to come and support her performance as her parents.However, Sophie had some doubts in her mind. Regardless of whether it was Yule or Rachel, Sophie would often see both of them at various high society events in Eastcliff in the past.But in her impression, the couple did not look as young as they did now.This was especially so for Rachel. She had already given birth to a child, and she was only a few years younger than Sophie’s mother at most. However, she did not look like a person who had already given birth to a child. In fact, she looked like she was only in her thirties, and she looked so much younger as compared to Sophie’s mother.As for Yule, he was also i
Rachel, who was surprised, could not help but whisper in Sophie’s ear as she asked, “Sophie, how did you get to know Charlie?”Sophie did not cover up anything, and she said openly and honestly, “Charlie is my benefactor, and he is also my mother’s benefactor. Charlie was the one who saved my brother and I when the both of us were kidnapped in Japan, and Charlie was also the one who saved my mother and I when we met with an accident in the tunnel on Forbidden Mountain.”Rachel suddenly came to a realization!“So, that’s it…”At this time, she also understood why Sophie would know Charlie.She sighed and thought to herself, ‘If Charlie had simply saved Sophie, Sophie would not know of his identity. However, if Charlie had also saved Helen, the situation would be completely different, then. Charlie looks so much like his father. So, it would be impossible for Helen not to recognize him. In that case, it makes complete sense for Sophie to know about Charlie’s true identity.’Rachel
In the picture, a girl who was about four to five years old was wearing a beautiful floral dress. She was holding onto her dress with both of her hands, and she was dancing around a beautiful birthday cake as she sang the birthday song in her childish voice.A boy who was a little older than her stood next to the cake. The boy was wearing a birthday crown, and his hands were placed together in front of his nose. His head was lowered, and his eyes were closed as he silently made a wish.As his head was lowered because he was making a wish, the boy’s face could not be seen in the video.At this point, the image on the screen suddenly froze, and a string of captions suddenly appeared on the still screen: [This girl, who loves to sing and dance in the video, is only three and a half years old. She is Quinn Golding.]As soon as Quinn’s name was typed out, a deafening cheer erupted from the fans who were at the scene.Many people were all exclaiming in awe that Quinn was already so beau
Later, after Charlie told Jeremiah over the phone about the joint venture with the Ackers to establish Curtis Autos, the old man was awash with tears, especially after Charlie told him that it was Keith who suggested it. After all, Curtis was his favorite son whose death he could never really get over. Moreover, he once believed that only his family mourned Curtis while the Ackers never did, and he held a grudge over his son's passing. As such, he was surprised that Keith held such great respect toward his late son and didn't hesitate to say yes when Charlie invited him to Aurous Hill to sign an agreement with the Ackers.Still, Charlie wasn't in a hurry to arrange for a specific time, and he was going to let the Ackers sort out the human resources of Godot Autos over a few days. It still wouldn't be too late by then.Moreover, he was keen to allow the buzz to have time to grow so that the automotive industry would be astounded by the joint project between the Ackers and the Wade
Christian was the first to exclaim in approval, "Yes! Curtis Autos sounds wonderful! It has my vote!""Seconded!" Kaiden nodded, pumping the air with his right fist. "I've looked up to Curtis the most, and I absolutely agree with naming the company after him!"Jaxson was nodding too. "Me too!""Yes!" Lulu chirped.Yolden couldn't help agreeing as well. "Curtis Autos is definitely a good name!"Merlin raised his hand gingerly as well. "Quit it with your flattery already," Keith chuckled, and he turned toward Charlie solemnly. "In the end, Curtis is Charlie's father, and the final decision goes to him!"Charlie's eyes were welling up with tears—his parents had been gone for almost three decades, yet he had never thought of dedicating anything to their memory.As such, Keith's suggestion to use Curtis's name for the car company left him thrilled. After all, wouldn't his father's soul be honored if Curtis Autos rocked the country, maybe even the world?With that in mind, he nodd
Charlie also had to agree that this was an opportunity to formally reconcile the Wades and the Ackers.While he couldn't reveal himself just yet, the Wades and the Ackers had been in-laws for years. Even if they had had a dispute for the longest time, restoring good relations made sense now that the Ackers had come to Oskia, and it wouldn't arouse any suspicion.That was why Charlie agreed to it without hesitation, even making a mental note to invite his paternal grandfather, Jeremiah, to Aurous Hill.The old geezers could meet up and clear the air while deciding on the partnership.Yolden was prepared to resign as a professor as well so that he could help the Ackers and Charlie fully develop their automotive company.With a general direction planned, he asked everyone, "Since we're creating a new brand, has anyone come up with a name?"No one was feeling inspired at that moment, but that was when Lulu, who had been silent throughout, said, "Since Charlie and our family are worki
Neither Charlie nor the Ackers expected Yolden's insight to cover all corners.In fact, it felt like the man had a blueprint ready and was only waiting for the time to put it to use.That was why everyone was immensely approving of Yolden and wanted no other man for the job of CEO.Kaeden smiled, "Well, since everyone has agreed, let's put this to rest as soon as possible—this will be a joint investment between our family and the Wades, and Professor Hart will take the post of CEO. Let's all do our best to make this a good one!"Yolden also made up his mind, deciding that he didn't want to let slip a chance to realize his ambitions. "I'll resign from the university after my honeymoon trip. It probably shouldn't be long, and I can get involved in early preparations via teleconference."Charlie nodded. "Then, we can have Uncle Kaeden stay on schedule while I'll ask the Wades to send a representative over to sign a memorandum for the investment."Keith smiled and nodded. "You should
Charlie hadn't been born and raised in Aurous Hill, but he still started living here at the age of eight and was more attached to this place than Eastcliff.If he was going to take part in this automotive investment with the Ackers, he naturally found Aurous Hill the ideal location.Not only would it create a huge number of jobs for Aurous Hill, but it would also rake in much economic flow for the region.Yolden also nodded at his suggestion. "If the first plant is meant to cover the demand of the entire local market, there's no reason for a coastal plant. Aurous Hill stands at an intersection between the north and the south, so transportation is convenient. It's also killing two birds with one stone, as Mr. Wade is fond of the city."Charlie couldn't help but agree. "I won't lie—Aurous Hill has been good to me, and I hope to give back. Nothing's better than succeeding in that respect."Yolden spread his hands, "Heavy industries are certainly ideal to contribute to Aurous Hill's e
Yolden had actually been researching new energy for a while—in fact, it was when Tesla's first car models were produced.He was passionate about the subject and had his own opinions as well as ambitions, but he was busy teaching, so he couldn't realize any of it.But was this not a golden opportunity tailor-made for him?Seeing that Yolden was clearly interested, Charlie turned toward Kaeden, "Actually, the professor is getting married soon. There's no way we'd split up newlyweds so soon after the wedding, right? So, is it possible to set up base in Aurous Hill instead?""Not a problem!" Kaeden replied without hesitation. "Our family is planning to return to Oskia anyway, and everyone knows about Ashley and Curtis. So, why don't we invest in this enterprise alongside the Wades and have the base set up in Aurous Hill? And then bring Godot under as a subsidiary?"Turning to Yolden, he continued, "By the way, Godot's plant is already in the province—barely 100 miles from Aurous Hill,
Pausing, Yolden continued, "Moreover, the greatest advantage of AI is that it is self-conscious and has the processing power to analyze astronomical proportions of data. As car sales grow, every car owner's driving data will add precious new data to our data vault, and it will be processed by AI for even greater space of imagination."For example, kst's say I experienced a bumpiness along a certain road, and when the sensors pick up on that anomaly, the data will be uploaded to the servers along with images of the road condition in real time. The processing AI module would determine in no time at all that there was damage and label said location on the map, and then forward the data to other vehicles close to that location, sending notifications when they are close enough and providing the appropriate advice for countermeasures."Naturally, the AI can even be refined further so that it immediately warns us to slow down while uploading the data to the servers and informing any cars cl
Yolden's mind short-circuited at those words. "The most advanced AI module?!"He had been working on Wall Street for years, having invested in substantial startup tech companies as well as assisting plenty of Nasdaq tech enterprises with their IPO. That was why he especially had a sharp six sense for cutting-edge technology.It had been a while since he had gotten up the saddle, and AI had just become the trend recently, but he still paid close attention. He was well aware what applications were possible for AI modules, but he was shocked that Charlie already possessed what all the online giants were coveting!Thrilled, he quickly asked Charlie, "Can the Rothschilds resolve all the hardware and software issues? High-processing power display cards are a dime a dozen these days, and local enterprises are all planning to sell them one by one. The demand is just that high!"Charlie chuckled. "Don't worry—the Rothschilds will handle both issues for me, even the data centers. We bought i
Keith, who had been silent throughout, waved him off as he said solemnly, "Please don't sell yourself short, Professor Hart. I'm sure you can do well in this position, but it's still a matter of will."If your heart is truly set on educating future generations, then I'm sure you'd reject our offer no matter what we say."However, if you felt the slightest interest, even anticipation, for such a major project, then you really should consider our offer."We've already invested in Godot Autos for 3 billion USD and over 10 billion if we're counting in Ricebolt. But we still have 30 billion more in capital available—and that means it's 40 billion USD at play."I doubt any other global car maker can afford that much, let alone a new car maker. So, I dare say that this is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity!"Keith's words spoke to Yolden's very soul—a startup capital of forty billion US dollars was certainly unprecedented for electric-powered vehicles. Even Ricebolt had barely garnered ove