Jeremiah frowned when he heard this, and he asked Stephen, “Stephen, you were also at the scene at that time. Do you think that Charlie was being serious when he said those words at that time, or do you think that he was just making careless and irresponsible remarks?”Stephen said respectfully, “Lord Wade, I think that Young Master Charlie truly meant what he was saying. It did not seem like he had any frivolous intentions.”Jeremiah nodded gently and spoke up, “I think so too.”Felix suddenly blurted out, “Grandpa! You cannot possibly be serious, right?! Charlie was obviously taking advantage of Helena. How can you say that he does not have any frivolous intentions?”Jeremiah said indifferently, “In my opinion, Charlie must have seen some kind of health issues on Helena’s body. Based on my understanding of Charlie, he would not act so rashly as to rack his brains just to make up some stories just so that he could take advantage of a girl.”Felix protested. “Grandpa, you’re being
Stephen immediately said, “Okay, Lord Wade. I’ll go and make the arrangements now.”Felix hurriedly stepped forward and asked in a very dissatisfied tone, “Grandpa! Are you really going to arrange for a whole bunch of doctors to go and give Helena a medical examination just because of one word from Charlie?! Have you ever considered Helena’s feelings? What if she is very resistant to this idea? What if she develops any negative thoughts or opinions on our family because of this matter?”Jeremiah waved his hand. “When it comes to this kind of matter, I’d rather believe it to be true than not. Let Stephen go and ask her about it, then. If Helena is resistant to the idea, we will not force it either. However, if she does not have any complaints or opinions about it, we will just proceed with the medical examination, and everyone will be happy too.”Stephen nodded immediately and said, “I will go and make the preparations immediately, then. I will also try to get female experts to go ov
Very soon, eight female experts departed from the Wade family’s private hospital to head to the Shangri-La hotel in Eastcliff.Stephen also rushed over there from the Wade family mansion together with Carmen. At this moment, Helena was leaning against the soft bedrest, and she was feeling very weak.She hesitated as she held her cell phone in her hand. After that, she sent a video call request to her mother who was far away in Northern Europe.There was a six-hour time difference between the countries in Northern Europe and Eastcliff. It was 1 pm in Eastcliff time, which would be exactly 7 am in Northern Europe time.Based on Helena’s understanding of her mother, she would certainly be awake by now. Very soon, the video call was connected. Helena’s mother was sitting alone at the table as she ate breakfast over the other end of the video. When Helena’s mother saw Helena, she could not help but smile and say, “How are you feeling in Oskia? Is there anything that you cannot get
Helena’s mother shook their head and said, “It’s not their problem. It’s because your grandmother’s condition is really not that good now. She’s currently bedridden, and the medical team has also transformed her room into an intensive care unit. Several doctors and nurses are guarding over her every day.”Helena hurriedly asked, “Is it that serious? What is going on exactly?”“It’s very serious.” Helena’s mother said, “The specific situation is very complicated, and the main reason is because she is really old now, and many of the organs in her body are on the edge of failure. I heard that she only has two to three months left at most. These days, your uncle has been secretly preparing for your cousin sister’s enthronement ceremony in private.”Helena nodded gently and said seriously, “If Olivia ascends to the throne, it will also be a good thing for us. At the very least, she will treat you even kinder on account of my sisterhood and relationship with her for so many years.”“I ho
Carmen could not help but feel a little suspicious when she saw that Helena did not even hesitate to reject the proposal for the doctor to perform a medical examination on her. Furthermore, Helena seemed to have a very nervous and apprehensive look on her face. Generally speaking, only poor people or those who were not so well-off would be more afraid to see a doctor.This was because they grew up knowing that as long as they went to the doctor, it would have to be in the case where they were ill. It was precisely because they would either be getting an injection or eating medication whenever they went to the doctor that this left a psychological shadow in their hearts, and they could not help but feel a little nervous as soon as anyone mentioned a doctor. Many people from such families would also have a great fear of doctors even when they reached adulthood. They also had the basic principle of not going to the hospital as much as possible in their daily life. However, Helena
As she thought of this, Helena could only toughen up her attitude and say with some dissatisfaction, “Madam Wade, I know that you have good intentions, but you’ve suddenly brought a bunch of medical experts over here, and you are forcing me to undergo a medical examination against my will. This is a little unjustified, right? Although I am about to marry Felix and become the Wade family’s daughter-in-law, can’t I have some basic human rights at least?”Carmen smiled and said, “Oh, Helena! You’re making it sound too serious. Why are you talking about human rights now? No one is trying to deprive you of your human rights. We simply want to give you a medical examination so that you will not have any health problems.”Helena said very seriously, “The most direct response to human rights is that I should not be forced to undergo a medical examination against my own will if I refuse to undergo a medical examination. If I cannot even have any right to this freedom and if my basic human rig
The first thing that Carmen, who had been denied entrance, did when she returned to the Wade family mansion was to go and complain to Lord Wade.When Lord Wade saw her, he was also a little surprised, and he asked, “Carmen, why are you back so soon? Did you perform a medical examination for Helena already?”Carmen replied unhappily, “The princess from Northern Europe simply refused to allow me to do so. I kindly offered to give her a medical examination, but she said that I was violating her human rights, and she even raised this small matter at the level of big issues relating to society, morals, and politics. I could also see that she was very determined. If I insisted on giving her a medical examination, she would definitely have gone back to Northern Europe.”When Jeremiah heard this, he could not help but frown and mutter coldly, “If Helena is being so resistant toward a medical examination, this only makes me feel even more convinced of Charlie’s judgment. There must be someth
Helena, who was in a dilemma, felt extremely depressed. Helena had even made preparations for the worst-case scenario. If the Wade family were to really back out of this marriage alliance, she would only be able to return to Northern Europe and beg her cousin sister, Olivia. She would beg Olivia to give her and her mother a way out and a way to live on account of their sisterhood.However, just as she was in a daze, an idea that seemed a little absurd suddenly came to her mind. She thought to herself, ‘Could Charlie Wade really be a medical expert? If he could see and diagnose my illness at a single glance, perhaps he might also possess the ability to cure my illness…’As she thought of this, Helena felt as though she had found her last lifesaver. She thought to herself, ‘When I go to the Wade family mansion tomorrow, I will have to think of a way to meet with him and privately ask him if he has the ability to save me or not.’At this time, Charlie was still drinking with Yule i
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…