But today, none of the cast members who had long negotiated with the Wade family came.All of them knew that the Wade family was going to face a catastrophe today and so, everyone was avoiding it.Not to mention these paid cast and crew members, but even more than seven hundred of the Wade family’s collateral family members had also run away, leaving only James behind.Therefore, they could only helplessly remove many of the processes for the ancestor worship ceremony this time.Music, song, dance, and rituals were all omitted, and the only thing left was the sacrificial ritual that was performed by the Wade family themselves. Jeremiah held the memorial text that he had stayed up many nights to write, and he shed tears as he sighed and said, “What I wrote in this memorial text is all about the prosperity and unity of the Wade family members, as well as the re-creation of the Wade family’s glory. It’s a report that I’ve prepared for the Wade family’s ancestors…”As he spoke of th
After listening to Charlie’s command, Porter immediately said in a loud voice, “Don’t worry, Mr. Wade! I will make the arrangements for it immediately!”Charlie nodded and sneered as he said, “They think that the Wade family is done for and they want to draw a clear line with the Wade family. If the Wade family asks them to come here, they will definitely not come. However, if Ten Thousand Armies asks them to come here, I believe that they definitely will not dare to disobey.”Stephen hurriedly said, “Young Master, what are you going to do after they come? As you said, are you going to let them kneel and grovel all the way up Mount Wintry to repent?”“It’s impossible for me to let them off so easily.” Charlie waved his hand and said, “Later today, the public will receive the news, and they will think that the Wade family has lost and accepted Ten Thousand Armies’ harsh conditions. So, when the time comes, when Ten Thousand Armies asks them to take out half of their family assets as
After saying that, he hurriedly asked, “Mr. Wade, I know more about the situation in Europe and the United States. Do you need me to accompany you on your trip to Northern Europe this time?”Charlie waved his hand, “No need. You still have to take care of your parents’ burial. You can take care of your parents’ burial after making the Wade family’s collateral family members kneel honestly tomorrow.” Porter said respectfully, “I understand!”Charlie nodded slightly. “Okay. In that case, I will leave the matter related to the Wade family’s collateral families to you, then.”After he was done speaking, Charlie then looked at Jeremiah again and said indifferently, “Grandpa, we can forget about all those tedious and pompous processes for the ancestor worship ceremony this time! The main point of an ancestor worship ceremony is sincerity. If the heart is not sincere, what is the significance of making this ceremony as grand and magnificent as possible?” Jeremiah nodded, and he said in
After Charlie and the Wade family had finished briefly paying their respects to their ancestors, Charlie arrived at Shangri-La with his grandfather, Jeremiah, and his youngest aunt, Charlotte. As they were preparing to host the banquet for all Charlie’s friends and relatives who had come up to Mount Wintry today, the public who had been paying close attention to the situation on Mount Wintry had already received the news.They learned that the Wade family had finally compromised with Ten Thousand Armies, and none of the people who did not know the inside story doubted the authenticity of the news.After all, no matter how powerful these wealthy families were, they could not possibly be able to defeat Ten Thousand Armies. This was the basic consensus of everyone.What was more, the lord of Ten Thousand Armies had a deep hatred and grudge against the Wade family and would definitely not forgive the Wade family members.As for the Wade family’s collateral family members who had fled o
Charlie spoke up, “There is still a long way to go from the top ten to the first…”Yule said seriously, “It does not matter if there is a gap, but you should fight steadily and take it step by step.”As he spoke, Yule then instructed Charlie, “Charlie, the strength of the Rothschild is too strong, and I really do not recommend that you make contact with them so soon at this time now!”Charlie nodded and smiled as he said, “Don’t worry, Uncle Golding. I won’t fight them hard by going to Northern Europe this time. The main reason is just to help Helena regain the throne first and interact with the Rothschild family in passing. I will also hide my identity at that time so you can rest assured.”When Yule saw that Charlie had already decided to go, he then instructed him, “The Rothschild family in Europe and the United States belong to the ‘old money’ group. They are not like the new generation of tycoons such as Bill Gates where every property and every stock owned are held on the sur
Yule was a man who had always been very vigorous and effective, and he was not a very meticulous person. Take the situation at the site of the banquet at this moment for example, and one could see that he was just happy and excited, so he did not pay any attention to whether those other young girls were looking at Charlie with a different kind of look in their eyes. However, Rachel was different. Women were delicate-minded and good at observing details by nature, and their intuition was much more accurate as compared to men. So, Rachel had already started paying attention to these young girls early on.After all, those who were still willing to go up to Mount Wintry to help Charlie under Ten Thousand Armies’ heavy pressure and oppression were those who were putting their life and death on the line. These few girls were all also top beauties who were captivating. Since they could actually come up to Mount Wintry without any hesitation at all, this was already enough to prove th
Yule nodded, and he smiled as he said, “Don’t worry. Charlie is a filial child, and no matter how many women like him, in this world, Nana will be the only daughter-in-law that Curtis and Ashley chose when they were still alive.”As he spoke, Yule then said, “Although Charlie has a legal wife now, that is only because he has not been in the Wade family for twenty years. Now that Charlie’s life trajectory has already begun moving closer toward the Wade family, he will return to the path that Curtis and Ashley had set for him when it comes to his personal relationship. He will marry Nana, and it will only be a matter of time.”Rachel also felt slightly reassured, and she nodded as she said, “I hope that things will really be like what you’ve said. Otherwise, I really cannot bear the thought of Nana waiting for twenty years, only to end up with no results in the end.”***At the same time, Sophie, her mother Helen, and her younger sister, Rosalie, Yashita, and the other members of the
After thanking the Moore family as well as the Ito family, Charlie brought his wine glass with him as he came before the Harker family as well as before Rosalie, Sophie, and their mothers.Before Charlie could even utter his words of thanks, Holden, the head of the Harker family, was already one step ahead of him as he said to Charlie, “Mr. Wade! I only found out last night that you were the one who saved Rosalie! Moreover, you have been protecting her and ensuring her safety. The Harker family will never forget your kindness and benevolence!” Charlie smiled slightly and said indifferently, “Lord Harker, you’re being too serious. Rosalie and I are also friends, and this matter is between Rosalie and me. You don’t need to take it to heart.”Holden said seriously, “Mr. Wade, Rosalie is the most outstanding person in the new generation of the Harker family, and she is also the future leader of the Harker family. If you saved her, that is equivalent to you saving the entire Harker fami
Jacob zipped toward Raymond, his attitude immediately subservient, "I'm sure you've seen what Zachary Evans posted on his Twitter page, and to be honest, it's so terrible that my position in the Calligraphy and Painting Association has been affected too. I mean, you've made a lot of money, right?"Hell, even if you donated ten million, you'd still have another ten million and 970 thousand in net profits. So, all I'd like to ask is for you to post something to disclaim Zachary's post.Jacob's words left Raymond in thought.For Jacob, just being suspected of fraud would definitely be terrible. In fact, his position in the Calligraphy and Painting Association would definitely be threatened—if not dismissed altogether—if he wasn't cleared of suspicion.Since Jacob was Charlie Wade's father-in-law, Raymond had reason not to drive Jacob over the brink.But that also begged another question—it must be under Charlie's intention for Zachary to post his confession, and that meant Charlie in
Raymond couldn't help chuckling just as Jacob finished—he had honestly never heard of anyone who demanded a refund after donating to charity, but he was certainly seeing one now.Still, the receptionist was clearly experienced and slowly explained, "Sir, it's a legal clause of the country that all donations for philanthropy purposes can not be refunded under most circumstances—""It truly was a mistake," Jacob quickly said, cutting the receptionist off. "I was going to donate thirty thousand but pressed an extra zero by mistake. Please discuss this with your management—you just have to refund 27 thousand, see?""Sorry, sir," the receptionist apologized. "But it's a strict rule that we ourselves do not get to access the funds that have been donated into our accounts. Every donation will be screened extensively, and if you consider that there was a major oversight on your part, you may seek legal counsel to appeal for a refund. If the courts back your appeal, our organization will the
Nonetheless, Jacob darted into Treasure Measure and plucked off his mask, asking nervously, "Excuse me, Mr. Cole? It's me… Jacob Wilson…"Raymond looked up, pausing for a moment before acting as if he was actually curious, "Mr. Wilson! What brings you here? Don't tell me—you want that bronze sculpture back too?""No, no, no…" Jacob quickly shook his head. "I would never… I returned all the way from Dubai to apologize!""Apologize?" Raymond smiled faintly, and he did not play dumb this time as he asked bluntly, "Did you come back because of Zachary Evan's post?"Knowing he couldn't deny it any longer, Jacob nodded, "Yeah…"Raymond nodded and said calmly, "That's unnecessary. I was the one who benefited in the end."Jacob wasn't quite keeping up—thinking that Raymond was just trying to be nice by telling him he didn't have to apologize, he quickly pulled out his phone.Tapping on it and bringing up his transaction records, he handed it to Raymond reverently, "Mr. Cole, I understan
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