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
Charlie could not calm his heart down for a long time after hearing Yule’s words. When he thought about how his father had left Eastcliff with such unwillingness, disappointment, and depression before finally dying in a foreign land, Charlie felt as though someone was stabbing him in the heart.In the past, Charlie did not want to have too much involvement with the Wade family because he knew that his father’s relationship with the Wade family had ended in a stalemate. He also felt that the Wade family had to bear part of the responsibility for his parents’ death. It was precisely because of this that Charlie had always avoided the Wade family and would try not to get involved with them as much as he possibly could.Yule’s words made him understand that his father had, in fact, always had a heart of resentment and unwillingness in the Wade family!This was because back then, it was the Wade family who had turned their backs on him! They turned their backs on his hard work! They
The failure and defeat of Zayne and more than ten thousand soldiers from Ten Thousand Armies in Syria definitely made him very angry and caused him to feel heartache, but as April 5th drew closer and closer, he was no longer thinking about Zayne’s life and death or the blow Ten Thousand Armies had suffered because of that defeat. Right now, Porter simply wanted to avenge his parents so that his parents could rest in peace. From this aspect, Porter was the same as Charlie. They were both filial sons who were harboring their parents’ deep hatred and grudge, and they both had strong determination to subvert everything and recover everything belonging to their parents. At this time, Porter stepped out of his room and stood in the courtyard as he looked at the dozens of cheap coffins in the courtyard. His eyes were filled with murderous intent. Right then, his right-hand man, Hunter, came up to him and asked, “Lord, why aren’t you resting yet?”“I can’t sleep.” Porter murmured as
"Five hundred grand?"Mick chuckled. "Well, the sculpture looks Renaissance, and the craftsmanship as well as the material are all ideal. It would sell for up to two million in an auction, while established antique traders like us could offer up to a million. So, why the lowball?"Bill sighed. "I won't lie—it belonged to my old man, who just croaked this afternoon. But you see, he left a will stating that every antique in the house would be given to my brother… Since he's playing favorites, I thought I had to get something for myself.""That's why I quietly sneaked this baby out without anyone else knowing and am trying to sell it quickly to change my own circumstances. You don't have to tell me how many millions it's worth—I'm not that greedy. Give me five hundred grand, and it's yours."Mick shrugged as he shot back, "If it's as you say and your old man intended for your brother to have it, the fact that you sneaked it out here makes this theft. Do you think I'd buy stolen proper
It was half past six, and the skies were darkening when a figure hurried into Antique Street, heading straight toward the center—to Vintage Deluxe.Mick Crane, the manager, was holding the fort with some of his employees, and there were some guests window shopping there as well. As Mick asked the employees to assist the guests, he waited anxiously for Billy—Zachary's henchman.Nonetheless, a certain figure rushed inside within minutes, asking eagerly as he entered, "Is the manager in? Do you still buy antiques?""Yes, and yes!" Mick exclaimed as he approached Billy enthusiastically, asking, "May I ask what you're planning to sell?"Billy looked around before sneakily holding up a parcel wrapped in red cloth, carefully lifting a corner to reveal an edge so that Mick could see.Then, he promptly lowered the cloth again, whispering, "This is the good stuff. I'm just not sure if you have the money to buy it."Mick grinned. "What are you saying? If it's something Vintage Deluxe coul
Jacob chuckled. "Can't tell you right now. But I will once it's done.""Well, have you decided when we're going to Dubai?" Elaine quickly pressed.Jacob said, "I'd have to wait until tonight to see if this deal works, but we're leaving first thing tomorrow. I'll get the tickets first, and we will be staying at the Burj Al-Arab that I told you about. People are always saying how amazing it is on the internet every day, seeing how luxurious the seven-star hotel is, but I'll be the judge of that."Elaine was overjoyed to hear that. "That's amazing! And I was just thinking we can't go sooner! Go about your business, then. I'll pack our luggage right away."Jacob chuckled smugly. "Don't pack so much, though. Just stick to the necessities, since we can get the rest over there!""Alright!" Elaine exclaimed, beside herself in excitement. "Alright, you hurry up and get your thing done over there. I'll start packing now!"After hanging up, Elaine called Charlie, who was in Champs Elys Reso
As Zachary agreed to do a favor for Vintage Deluxe's Mick Crane in passing, he and Jacob agreed to meet up at 7pm at the car park by Antique Street.He first took Jacob back to the Calligraphy and Painting Association and called Billy, one of his boys whom he thought was smarter than the rest, giving him the gist of the plan and telling him to familiarize himself with the script.Then, he took the sculpture back to Heaven Springs and met up with Billy in office, telling Billy what to do in finer detail and making sure he committed everything to memory.Zachary's strength as a judge of character certainly proved itself—Billy had never done anything like this before, but he took to the plan like fish to water. He committed the script to memory soon enough, and he was flawless.Once he made sure that Billy was fine, Zachary called Mick.As soon as Mick answered, he immediately asked, "Hello, Mr. Evans. How is that thing we talked about going?"Zachary chuckled. All the arrangements
Zachary continued, "Why do you think casinos are always making a profit? It's exactly because no matter how unassuming a guest is the first time, they would be allowed to win a couple of hands, making a little profit.""And suddenly, they would think that they are the chosen one, destined to win against all odds and always come out triumphant! Once such radical, blind confidence hits them, every last bit of his money would be lost to the casino!""At that point, you can get anything from them—their house, their wife, their children… hell, they'd be willing to die if you'd just let them gamble again!"Turning toward Jacob with a grin, Zachary then asked, "So, with all the points I made and that sculpture you're holding… Do you still think Raymond wouldn't fall for it?"Jacob laughed out loud. "Oh, talk about a plan within a plan! No one would ever see it coming! Raymond Cole is so screwed!"Zachary smiled and nodded. "That's why there's no reason to rush—I'll arrange a man to get r
As soon as they drove out of the village, Jacob asked Zachary eagerly, "So, when do you think we should make our move? I can't wait!"Zachary didn't hesitate, "Let's do it today. It's better than waiting! I'll get someone reliable to bring this to Treasure Measure and get him interested. I'm sure that since he has just returned to Antique Street, he'll need a hot deal to generate hype and make himself known. That's why I'm sure he'll take this sculpture."Jacob nodded repeatedly as he chuckled. "I think so too. Today is definitely best since I'll be going to Dubai soon and probably leaving once I'm done with this. Once you get this settled by the end of today, I'll get tickets for the flight tomorrow!"Zachary grinned. "Don't worry, chief. We will definitely get it settled today…"He trailed off for a moment before continuing, "Still, you should be a little patient. We should do this in the evening—at the second just before Raymond Cole closes shop.""But why?" Jacob asked in curi
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,