Still, Charlie was not simply letting Porter gain all of this in vain.This was because Porter would no longer own his own life from today onward.Porter would be using all of his time and energy for the rest of his life to serve and stay loyal to Charlie.Therefore, Charlie looked at Porter, nodded slightly, and said indifferently, “Just remember that you’ve said this sentence. Otherwise, if I can give you this great opportunity, I can also turn you back to your original form!”Porter was incomparably pious as he blurted out, “Don’t worry, Mr. Wade! As your subordinate, if I dared to break this oath in the future, I will definitely come to a horrible end!” Charlie nodded, and he then looked at Hunter, who was disabled, and Zayne, who was imprisoned in his own consciousness before he said indifferently, “The two of you should also take the time to reflect on yourselves over the next few days. After you arrive in Aurous Hill, I will also allow you to get a reformation, and I will
Everyone naturally agreed to do so when they heard this.They all knew Charlie very well, and they also knew that he had always maintained a low profile. Since Charlie did not want them to leak this matter out to the public, the crowd naturally would not disobey him.Charlie looked at Cadfan and then said, “The matter where you will be handing over your position as the head of the family to Sophie should still be announced to the public. Otherwise, I’m afraid that it would not be easy for Sophie to establish her authority in the Schulz family.”Cadfan hurriedly nodded and said, “Of course! That’s only right! I will be repenting and confessing my mistakes before your parents’ grave today, so I will officially announce this matter to the public tomorrow so that Sophie can take over from me smoothly!”“Okay.” Charlie nodded in satisfaction and said, “After you sign the agreement, announce the news and complete the transfer and handover of the rights. I will then arrange for someone to
The only people who had a little connection to the Rothschild family were just Edmund and his father, Salem, whom Charlie had locked up in the dog farm.The Whittaker family was said to be a distant relative of the Rothschild family. This distant relative relationship that they had was really a little bit far, so much so that even though the both of them had already been missing in Aurous Hill for such a long time, the Rothschild family had not come to look for them at all. This obviously showed that in the eyes of the Rothschild family, families such as the Whittaker family were simply poor distant relatives who should be avoided.However, the fact that Olivia was going to marry a member of the Rothschild family at this time invoked Charlie’s interest.So, Charlie spoke up and asked, “Why would Olivia suddenly decide to get married at this time? Didn’t you say that the Queen would not be able to last for a few days? Wouldn’t it be a little inappropriate for her to get married a
Charlie’s original plan was to take out a Rejuvenating Pill and give it to Helena.He would give half of the Rejuvenating Pill to Helena to cure her illness, and Helena could then use the remaining half of the pill to bring back the Queen of Northern Europe, who was on the verge of dying. As long as Helena could return to Northern Europe to see the Queen, split the remaining half of the Rejuvenating Pill into two parts, and give the first part to the Queen, Helena would certainly be able to wake the Queen from her deep coma. When the time comes, Helena could then use the other half as a condition so that the Queen would give the throne to Helena. After the Queen had seen and experienced the efficacy of the Rejuvenating Pill, she would definitely do her best to help Helena ascend to the throne.Charlie believed that for an old woman who had been in a deep coma and was terminally ill, being able to wake up again was tantamount to being able to live again. Therefore, the Queen w
Jasmine agreed immediately, and she said in a soft voice, “Don’t worry, Master Wade. I will definitely make all the arrangements well for everyone.” “Okay.” Charlie clasped his hand over his fist once again as he said to the crowd, “Everyone, it will be the Wade family’s ancestor worship ceremony later, so please go to the hotel to rest first. I will go over there as soon as possible after the ancestor worship ceremony is over!” Everyone also knew that the Wade family’s ancestor worship ceremony was only held once every twelve years and that it was a very solemn ceremony that was not open to the public. So, it would not be appropriate for them to stay here and watch.Therefore, everyone then bid farewell to Charlie and Jeremiah. After that, they left Mount Wintry in the bus arranged by Jasmine and Nanako as they headed to Shangri-La hotel in Eastcliff.After the several buses had left, aside from the soldiers from Ten Thousand Armies who were kneeling on the ground as well as Cad
Carmen was very clever indeed.She knew that when so many people were equally guilty, whoever stepped up and admitted their mistake first would have the upper hand.Moreover, she also knew far more about Charlie’s deeds as compared to the others, and she had even experienced it more personally. She had also heard of how Charlie had dealt with several experts from the Webb family from Sudbury before this. Charlie had asked Albert to carve words on those few mens’ foreheads, and whoever admitted their mistake first would have lesser words carved on their foreheads. The number of words carved on the forehead of each person after that would increase by one.It was said that when it came to the last person, the space on his forehead had not even been enough to carve all of the words. With these previous lessons learnt, how could Carmen allow others to kneel before she did?Charlie also did not expect that Carmen would kneel so quickly. So, he spoke up, “You’re my aunt, and no matt
Charlie shook his head and said indifferently, “Don’t worry, Aunt. Every single person in this group of people is a cowardly and incompetent person. Otherwise, they would not have sneaked out last night to buy mourning clothes! Since they are all so afraid of dying, how could they possibly knock themselves to death here? That is not logical at all.”As he spoke, Charlie saw that the strength of Felix’s grovel was obviously a lot lesser, and at first glance, it was obvious that Felix was only trying to put on an act to fit in with everyone else. So, Charlie said coldly, “Aunt, do you see Felix? His forehead is just kissing the ground, and he is not using any strength at all!”When Felix heard this, cold sweat broke out on his back. He was so frightened, and he hurriedly knocked his head on the ground with full force, causing him to grimace from the extreme pain!Charlie then turned to look at Jeremiah and asked, “Grandpa, who is responsible for the various businesses of the Wade fami
The members of the Wade family who were kneeling really did not expect that Charlie would be so ruthless. They were all a family, and all of them were children and grandchildren of the Wade family. However, Charlie actually wanted to imprison all of them on Mount Wintry and force them to mourn for their ancestors for three years! For these rich people who were already accustomed to being pampered and enjoying life, even three days would already be unacceptable, let alone three years!So, everyone hurriedly looked at Jeremiah expectantly and waited for him to step up and put in a good word on their behalf. Jeremiah looked at the pitiful eyes of this group of people, and he felt a little compassion in his heart.He supported Charlie in his decision to punish these cowardly children and grandchildren of his properly, but he really did not expect Charlie to be so merciless as soon as he started.So, Jeremiah could not help but say to Charlie, “Charlie, it is indeed a very good pun
The cabbie chuckled. "You're a local yet you're heading to Antique Street right away as soon as you land instead of going home? And you're still saying you're not trying to pick up a killer bargain deal?"Come on, man—it's not just you, I want that too. We cabbies work ourselves to death only for ten thousand per month at best while our friend over there made twenty million in one night. I could keep driving cabs for the rest of my life and still not make that much money."Jacob knew that the cabbie must be talking about Raymond and became even more miserable then, grumbling unhappily, "I'm going to Antique Street for business—I'm not trying to pick up some missed bargain.""No? Then you didn't hear what happened yesterday?"The cabbie was immediately curious, and without waiting for Jacob's answer, he exclaimed happily, "Look, man—it was so ridiculous not even Hollywood would put it in their script. There were these fools who were trying to sell an antique trader a replica, but th
It was nighttime in Dubai as Jacob dragged his weary body from the hotel back to the airport.As he was flying economy this time, he was left sitting at the hard bench near the boarding terminal, waiting for it to open.While he waited, his heart was torn as he tapped into the website of the Aurous Hill Charity Fund, found their donation account, and wired the entire 300 thousand he had made over to them.He had picked the Aurous Hill Charity Fund because the circles of antique collectors in Aurous Hill were all discussing how Raymond had donated half of the 20 million he had made to that same charity fund.After Raymond skyrocketed to prominence in Antique Street and became a star, it could not be denied that people admired his profound ability.However, there were also people who envied his skill in turning the tables just as there were those who were jealous he had made twenty million in a single night.Still, Raymond moved fast—soon after word spread that he had made twenty m
Elaine quickly asked, "Well, what if you can't get it done?"Jacob was apprehensive even as he sighed. "If they really pressed the issue, guess I can't even stay at the Calligraphy and Painting Association now… We will see. If things get bad, I'll just resign. I won't ask for much right now, just as long as I don't have to go to jail."Elaine nodded. "Then you should try to reason things out with Raymond Cole or ask for Charlie's help if push comes to shove. Being humiliated is still better than prison.""Okay!"-It was nighttime at Aurous Hill by the time Elaine and Jacob arrived at their hotel.Charlie and Claire had just had dinner, and Claire pulled out her phone, saying, "I just checked my flight app, and it says my parents should have landed two hours ago. They are probably at the hotel, so I'll check in on them with a video call."She had yet to open her WhatsApp when Elaine called her on a video call.Jacob was planning to check in with Claire and Charlie to put their
Hearing what Jacob had said, Elaine became anxious and pressed him as he hung up, "What's going on? You're leaving? But we just got here! My shoes have just caught Dubai dirt, so why are we leaving so soon—"However, Jacob was wiping the sweat off his brow as he mumbled quietly, "Well, at this point, I have to leave or I won't be vice president anymore."Elaine immediately fumed. "We've been married for half our lives, and this is supposed to be our honeymoon, yet we're just leaving? I've posted about this on social media too—there are plenty of people who're waiting for more posts on our trip!"And don't forget—we spent a lot on our flight tickets and our hotels! The hotel bookings can't be refunded either!"Jacob scowled dolefully. "Well, what can we do? Why don't you stay? I'll go home and get this sorted out first….""Well, how long would that take?" Elaine asked."How should I know?" Jacob sighed, uneasy and annoyed. "Don Albert is saying I have to go back and donate the 300
"But I spent 98 thousand on that bronze sculpture!" Jacob exclaimed in agitation before he knew it. "I made 300 thousand from it, and that means my profit was 200 thousand at best, but I'm supposed to return that to him as well?! That means I'd have lost my own capital too!""I can't help you if you can't bear to part with that money, Mr. Wilson," Don Albert said quietly. "In that case, you'll just have to handle it yourself.""Wait, wait, wait!" Jacob immediately became antsy and cried out right then, "Please, Don Albert! I'll return the money! I'll return it, alright?! The entirety of my profits—202 thousand, okay? At least let me keep the money I spent, okay?""By that reasoning, Mr. Wilson, when a phone scammer is told by the cops to return the money they've made from defrauding, should he be allowed to keep the money he spent on telco charges? ""Oh, I…" Jacob was left stumped and could not come up with an answer.Don Albert then pressed on, "Mr. Wilson, I've offered a prom
"Mr. Wilson, what you boys did was truly heinous!" Don Arnold growled. "I scolded Zachary myself when I found out, and I was the one who told him to post that statement!"Jacob was shocked. "But why, Don Arnold? Are you friends with Raymond Cole?""Never met the guy," Don Arnold replied.That left Jacob even more confused. "Then why are you taking his side?""I've been doing my best to clean up my image over the past couple of years," Don Albert replied coolly. "I rarely get involved in mob business or anything illicit, and everyone in Aurous Hill knows that Zachary is my right-hand man, yet he confessed to committing such a heinous crime behind my back. What is that if not sullying my reputation?"Jacob was left reeling as he didn't expect Don Albert to be so serious, but he quickly explained, "I'm sorry. I didn't expect it to affect you so terribly… It's all Zachary's fault! I wouldn't have been aware that Raymond had returned at all, but he just had to tell me and come up with
At this point, Don Albert could very well be Jacob's personal messiah.Even if he did threaten Zachary with calling Charlie persistently, he actually wouldn't dare call Charlie.After all, how would he start explaining that he was involved in a crime? And telling Charlie was basically telling his daughter—what would they think of him after this? Would he ever be able to hold his head high in the family again?As such, his only option now was to ask Don Albert and see if he would help.What he didn't know was that Don Albert was with Charlie, who had already anticipated Jacob's move.When Jacob realized he couldn't stop Zachary, Jacob would find someone who could, and Don Albert was the best man for the job!To no surprise, Don Albert's phone soon started ringing with a call from Jacob.Don Albert didn't answer right away, however, instead turning toward Charlie as he asked gingerly, "So, shall I stick to your script, Master Wade?"Seeing Charlie nod, he pressed on, "Should I
As soon as Jacob sent the voice message, Mr. Bay called.Jacob quickly answered, asking nervously, "How are things over there, Mr. Bay?""How, you ask…?" Mr. Bay sighed in exasperation. "The entire Calligraphy and Painting Association was demanding your dismissal as soon as Zachary Evans posted his statement, thinking that you have no business being the administrative vice president let alone have a place in the association."Even those officials came asking me questions, and you know how they are—gossipers, every last one of them, always finding out about the juicy stuff instantly even if it's really no big deal. The only excuse I have to stop them is that we don't have the facts, but this issue still needs to be taken care of."So, be straight with me. Were you a part of this? If you don't, do you have any definitive evidence that can refute Zachary's claims?""I… Uh…" Jacob stammered, unable to answer.He certainly wanted to say no, but he had no evidence to back himself up.
Jacob bellowed furiously, "Raymond Cole made over 19 million dollars! From my bronze sculpture! Yet you're telling me to refund that 300 thousand too?! You're just fucking with me, aren't you?!""Well, if you don't like it, just do what you like, then," Zachary replied calmly and quickly hung up before Jacob could answer.Jacob was left twitching and shaking endlessly, and there was no telling if it was from rage or fear.Beside him, Elaine quickly asked, "What did Zachary say, dear? Can he get that bronze sculpture back?"Caught by surprise at her question, Jacob flinched, and his phone slipped out of his grasp.As it seemed to hover in the air, he tried to catch it twice but failed, but Elaine managed to grab it.It was then that she noticed that he was sweating all over his face, and she promptly asked, "What's wrong, dear?"Coming to his senses, Jacob's eyes went wide with rage. "Zachary is trying to kill me! He leaked the whole thing to his Twitter page—it's like he's pulli