A few minutes later, an extremely shocking piece of news suddenly spread around the entire circle of Eastcliff’s top families!Back then, Leonardo, who was not capable but still insisted on competing against Curtis and finally decided to commit suicide by jumping off a building after he finally failed to do so, had actually had a son!And his son was actually Porter, the lord of Ten Thousand Armies who was well-known overseas!What was even more shocking was the fact that Porter had actually sent his men to go all the way to the Wade family’s old mansion, and they had even killed the Wade family’s chief bodyguard. Besides that, Porter had even sent more than a hundred coffins to the Wade family’s old mansion!This was not the thing that sent chills up everyone’s spine.What made people feel absolutely terrified was that in order to avenge his parents, Porter had actually made a series of extremely harsh and even inhumane demands on the Wade family!Furthermore, he had only given
Yule hurriedly said, “Don’t call Charlie first! He is at the Wade family’s old mansion now, and he must have something important to discuss with the Wade family currently. Wouldn’t you only be adding to his troubles if you cry and call him now? If you have anything to ask Charlie, you should wait for him to come back tonight first before talking about it!”Immediately after that, Yule then said, “The both of you should wait at home first. I will go out and meet some people now to see if I can find a few more helpers!”Rachel also said, “I will call my natal family too and see if we can send some people to come over!”“No need.” Yule shook his head and said seriously, “I cannot refuse if you want to go up to Mount Wintry with me. After all, both of us are husband and wife who have received great kindness and favor from both Curtis and Charlie. Based on emotions or reasoning, it is only natural for both of us to fight to the death to return this favor. However, our life and death woul
Jasmine did not know about the terrifying situation that was happening in Eastcliff at this time. After hanging up Nanako’s call, Jasmine then called Charlie directly.At this time, Charlie was checking the final steps of the ancestor worship ceremony with the members of the Wade family. When he suddenly received a phone call from Jasmine, he left the main hall temporarily and went into an unoccupied room next door. He answered the call and smiled as he asked, “Jasmine, is there a reason as to why you’re looking for me?”Jasmine was a little nervous, and she hurriedly said, “Master Wade, my grandfather has been talking about you for the past few days, and he is saying that he misses you. So, I wanted to ask if you are free today and whether it would be convenient for you to come over to our house for a casual meal?”Charlie did not have any suspicions after hearing these words, and he smiled as he said, “Sorry, Jasmine. I’m in Eastcliff now, and I am taking a look at some Feng S
Meanwhile, Jasmine was still stunned in place. She suddenly did not know what she should do for a while.A few moments later, Jasmine picked up her cell phone, and she was about to make a video call to Nanako. As a result, she suddenly received a text message from an entrepreneur with the last name Hawley in one of her South Region group chats on WhatsApp. The content of the text message was: [Breaking news! Breaking news! The overseas mercenary organization, Ten Thousand Armies, is seeking revenge on the Wade family! The Wade family will cease to exist after tomorrow!]When Jasmine saw this, she suddenly became very anxious. She hurriedly picked up her cell phone and sent a voice message to ask: “Chairman Hawley, what do you mean by your last text message? What happened to the Wade family?”The other party quickly replied with a voice message: “Chairman Moore, haven’t you heard the news yet? Ten Thousand Armies went all the way to the Wade family’s old mansion today, and they even
At this time, Yahiko, who had lost both of his legs, had already announced his retirement and handed over the actual controlling rights of the Ito family to his daughter, Nanako.However, Yahiko did not become someone who did nothing after handing all the work over to his daughter.Instead, he retreated from his position as the former head of the Ito family, and he became the assistant behind Nanako as he provided her with some help and support in terms of judgment and resources.However, Nanako was very capable and good at her job. So, most of the time, he was actually just staying idle at home even though he was her assistant. At this time, Yahiko was in the courtyard in his mansion in Tokyo, and he was working on some Japanese potted plants with his loyal subordinate, Tanaka.A servant suddenly ran in with a panicked expression and blurted out, “Master! The eldest young lady has suddenly summoned the four ninja clans, and she told all of the ninjas from the four ninja clans to
Nanako pursed her lips, and she instantly burst into tears as she choked up and said, “Otosan… Charlie-kun, he…he’s in trouble…”“What?!” Yahiko exclaimed, “Mr. Wade is in trouble? A person with such great and divine powers like Mr. Wade shouldn’t be in any real trouble, right?”Nanako could no longer control her tears as she sobbed and said, “This time, Charlie-kun… was approached by Ten Thousand Armies, the top mercenary organization in the world… It is said that the Wade family has a blood feud with the lord of Ten Thousand Armies. The other party has already gone all the way to the Wade family’s old mansion to seek revenge…”“Ten Thousand Armies?!” Yahiko felt slight dizziness in his brain as he blurted out, “How could the Wade family have possibly offended Ten Thousand Armies?!”Nanako shook her head and said, “I don’t know about the specific details. I only know that Ten Thousand Armies already went to the Wade family’s old mansion today. They left more than a hundred coffins
When the ninjas from the four major ninja clans in Japan began assembling and preparing to rush to Eastcliff, many people in Aurous Hill also began getting busy.At Shangri-La hotel.Rosalie, who had also received the news, was extremely determined as soon as she heard the news, and she said to her mother, Yashita, “Mom, I want to go to Eastcliff to help Mr. Wade too!”Yashita hurriedly said, “Rosalie, have you forgotten what Mr. Wade instructed you? Your current identity is too sensitive now, and the Japanese are still looking for your whereabouts. They even got Interpol to issue a wanted warrant for you! If you were to head to Eastcliff at this time, it is very likely that you will get arrested before you can even help Mr. Wade!”As she spoke, Yashita then said, “Rosalie, listen to me. Just stay here peacefully. As for Mr. Wade’s situation, I will go to Eastcliff now to look for your grandfather, and I will definitely go with your grandfather to help Master Wade face Ten Thousand
“That’s right.” Helen nodded. “Your father could be said to have been very gracious and benevolent toward the Waldron family.”“That’s great!” Sophie said excitedly, “It just so happens that my benefactor is also planning to bring my father up to Mount Wintry so that my father can repent and confess his mistakes in front of my benefactor’s parents’ graves. Since my father has been very gracious and benevolent toward the Waldron family, if my benefactor were to use my father as a condition when the time comes, he will definitely be able to force Porter Waldron to back off, then…”After saying that, Sophie then said anxiously, “No. I have to make a trip to Eastcliff too! I will go up to Mount Wintry and wait there in the morning tomorrow. That way, I would also be able to persuade Dad if he is unwilling to cooperate with my benefactor!” Helen nodded in agreement before she said, “Your father had indeed shown a lot of kindness and graciousness toward the Waldron family. If your father
"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,