They had longed for a rear base for a long time, but unfortunately, due to their special nature, their many attempts had failed. The vast majority of countries and regions could never accept or allow them to build their base in their homeland no matter what it was.Therefore, even though they had a scale of tens of thousands of people, they still had to scatter their soldiers all over the place. If they were expelled from one place, they had to immediately move to the next place to settle down temporarily.If they could have a fixed base, it would be like having a home for them.At this time, Charlie spoke up, "By the way, Porter, I think you can go to the Gulf of Aden first tomorrow to determine the situation of the forward base. At the same time, you can also do a specific division of the overall team with your core team members. As for the Syrian side, when I’m done getting busy with the other matters that I have at hand, I will go over there and talk to them personally. You can
The blueprint that Charlie had painted for Ten Thousand Armies made Porter feel extraordinarily excited. He did not show any hesitation, and he immediately made assignments to his subordinates. In addition to leaving some of his elites behind to be based in Aurous Hill at Charlie’s disposal, he planned to wait for Charlie to lead some of the others back to the Middle East with him immediately. He also intended to use his connections to prepare several forward bases in the Gulf of Aden coast first. The forward base did not need a large area and high investment. So, generally speaking, it was enough if it could accommodate a few dozen people to rest temporarily and be on standby, and at the same time, store some equipment and supplies, as well as to park helicopters and speed boats. The scale was at best the volume of a seaside villa, and the requirements for conditions were not as high as that of a villa. The speed of preparation and construction was very fast, and if they cou
After saying that, Charlie then said to Zayne, “Zayne Carter, come here.”As soon as Zayne heard Charlie’s order, Zayne’s body stepped forward immediately in a conditioned reflex.Charlie looked into Zayne’s eyes and said indifferently, “I sealed your consciousness because you were too arrogant and domineering in the Middle East. You thought that with more than ten thousand soldiers under your command, you were already invincible. So, you not only ruined yourself, but you also caused more than ten thousand soldiers under your command to be sent into your opponent’s prison. I hope that you have already learned your lesson during this period of time. Otherwise, you will make the same mistakes again sooner or later when you lead the soldiers from Ten Thousand Armies!” Although Zayne could not say anything, deep inside, he was already feeling extremely ashamed. In the beginning, it was precisely because he had underestimated and looked down on Charlie, and that was how he had caused
When Charlie saw that Hunter was truly and sincerely repentant, he nodded in satisfaction and took out a Rejuvenating Pill from his pocket. After that, he divided the Rejuvenating Pill into two halves and handed half of it over to Zayne before saying, “Put this half of the pill into Hunter Lang’s mouth. His injuries will soon be healed, then.”Everyone including Porter Waldron was dumbfounded when they heard Charlie’s words!Charlie had used his Reiki to repair Porter’s meridians previously when they were back on Mount Wintry.At that time, Porter already understood in his heart that Charlie was a person with great divine ability.At the same time, Porter also understood that the energy system in Charlie’s body was very different compared to the energy system of a martial artist.Because of this, Charlie could use that higher energy to repair Porter’s already irreversibly broken meridians.The other soldiers from Ten Thousand Armies also probably guessed this logic. So, all of th
Charlie had given this pill to Hunter, whom Porter himself had ordered to bring more than a hundred coffins up to the Wade family’s old mansion!What kind of breadth of mind did he have?In the eyes of Porter and the other soldiers from Ten Thousand Armies, perhaps even the sages from the ancient times were probably nothing like this! Hunter was even more grateful at this time, and he kept groveling, one after the other as he choked up and said, “Thank you for the gift, Mr. Wade... Thank you for the gift, Mr. Wade...”For Charlie, ever since he had made the Cultivating Pill, a little Reiki was no longer anything special to him. He would only need to use a small amount of Reiki from his body, and he would have been able to cure Hunter simply by putting in a little effort. However, Charlie chose to use the Rejuvenating Pill.This was because in the eyes of others, a little effort was always an unquantifiable indicator. The other party would always belittle this kindness because
For a martial arts nerd like Porter, it would simply be the greatest opportunity in his life if he could enter the Dark Realm one day in the future. However, Porter also understood the meaning of Charlie’s words. Whether he could get this opportunity or not would depend on his own performance and the performance of the other soldiers from Ten Thousand Armies in the future. So, he knelt on one knee immediately and said, “Mr. Wade, all of us from Ten Thousand Armies will do our best and never let you down!”The others also followed him and knelt on one knee as they expressed their attitude and position in unison.Charlie accepted everyone's kneeling indifferently and said to Porter, “From today onward, you must be stricter than ever with your subordinates than you have ever been before. You should never let anyone be as arrogant and cocky as Hunter Lang and Zayne Carter were previously.” Porter responded respectfully without hesitation, “Please rest assured, Mr. Wade. I wil
Isaac arranged for Nico, who stayed behind, as well as more than a dozen soldiers from Ten Thousand Armies to live in the administrative building in Shangri-La. Charlie then called Autumn again and told her about Porter’s request for the cargo ship. Although Autumn did not know exactly what Charlie was going to do, she immediately said that she would arrange for the cargo ship to enter the shipyard immediately and that she would get the transformation done in the fastest possible time. It was already noon after the communication was done. So, Isaac asked Charlie, “Young Master, do you have any other arrangements at noon?”Charlie shook his head. “There are no more arrangements for now. I plan to meet Jasmine to talk to her about the auction.”Isaac looked at the time and said, “Young Master, why don’t you eat at Shangri-La, then? I’ll get them to prepare lunch now.”“Let’s go to The Heaven Springs,” Charlie said indifferently, “No matter how exquisite the food prepared by a big
At this time, Sophie could not wait to come to Aurous Hill to meet Charlie.If it was not for the press conference that would be held in the afternoon to officially announce the news of her succession as the head of the Schulz family and chairman of Schulz Group, Sophie would have liked to fly over to Aurous Hill immediately.Moreover, she had two very good reasons for coming to Aurous Hill. The first one was that her mother was living in Aurous Hill, and the other was that she was also a shareholder of Ito-Schulz Ocean Shipping Group. With such a large investment in Ito-Schulz Ocean Shipping Group, Sophie naturally had to come over to pay attention to the operation of the company more often.Charlie didn’t think much about it. It just so happened that he really wanted to meet up with both Sophie and Autumn to have a good chat with them.Moreover, he not only wanted to talk to both of them about the matter relating to Ten Thousand Armies’ armed escorts, but he also wanted to talk
Jacob's brain blanked out, leaving only a dull hum as soon as Walker mentioned 'Professor Hall'.Already feeling nervous in the first place, he quickly said, "Okay, okay—I got it. Anyway, I'm hanging up if there's nothing else!"With that, he promptly pressed the button to hang up.Nonetheless, Elaine was soon asking in curiosity, "Who's Professor Hall?"If Jacob had any semblance of composure, he would have said 'a colleague at Senior University' as if it was perfectly natural, and the matter would have been forgotten.But the reality was that he didn't—in fact, he was the champion when it came to dropping the ball as a casual question from Elaine left him sweating all over his brow.Even as he slid nervous glances at her face, he stammered uncontrollably, "N-Nobody…"Elaine promptly noticed his strange reaction and frowned. "I'm talking about Professor Hall. What do you mean, nobody? Who are they? And what's this about an invitation? Inviting you for what?"Seeing that he was
Jacob had really had too much to drink and couldn't remember the later parts of what had happened last night—even how he had gotten home was a blur.Naturally, he also forgot that Walker had brought Matilda's wedding invitation, and therefore didn't hesitate to answer the in-car answer button.Over the phone, Walker was positively fawning as he asked, "Mr. Wilson? It's Walker. Why didn't you come in today? Had too much to drink last night?""Uh-huh," Jacob grunted, lethargic. "I did—my head still hurts now… Anyway, what's up? Trouble at the association?""No, of course not," Walker quickly said. "I was just worried you're still hungover, so I called to ask. If you need a driver or anything, you just need to ask!"Then, before Jacob could answer, he continued, "By the way, my wife is somewhat knowledgable in Oskian medicine, and she has recipes for brews that cure hangovers and nourish the liver. I'm sure you'll need the latter since you're always drinking at social events, so I as
Fortunately, Elaine and Jacob's bickering never escalated.Even though Elaine was winning, Jacob found it tolerable.After Jacob finished his lunch and cleaned up, he never looked up as he said, "Charlie sent a text, saying Claire's flight would touch down earlier at three. We will leave at two."Elaine grumbled. "Why leave so early? She's coming back from abroad, and there'd be checkpoints she has to clear—she'd be lucky if she could leave by half past three. I'm sleeping a few winks now, and we'll leave at half past two."As she left the dining room, she didn't even look back as she said, "Clean up for me too."Jacob had a million complaints but said nothing as he kept his head down, throwing Elaine's lunchbox in the trash can as well.With Elaine gone, he sat on the couch as her hangover slowly cleared while his mood soured with the lack of alcohol.In the end, the pleasure of being fawned over at the Diamond Room was but temporary—the pain of his beloved leaving with someone
Vera kept her plan to investigate the identity of the abbess deep in her mind and told Charlie nothing.Instead, she smiled as she said, "It seems that it's both yours and Ms. Ito's good fortune that she has attained enlightenment. You've never had anyone who could attain enlightenment and master Reiki at the same time, so Ms. Ito will definitely be a great help to you in the future."Charlie chuckled and said calmly, "I'm not hoping for her to help. I'm simply happy for her with her enlightenment and excited to have another comrade in my solo ventures into the dark forests."Vera nodded in understanding, and she murmured emotionally, "I've lived for so long, and it's only when I opened my heart to you that I felt that sensation you described."There was a flicker of wistfulness in her eyes.She really did not expect to attain enlightenment before meeting Charlie.Years ago, she thought that she would eventually avenge her father.Now, she no longer hoped to murder Fleur Griffi
Vera was inwardly disappointed to hear that Claire was returning.That meant there were fewer chances of Charlie visiting the Scarlet Pinnacle Manor, as were her chances of seeing him again.Still, she didn't let it show, instead asking casually, "How are things at Champs Elys? Are the warriors improving at a rate to your satisfaction?""Well, most of everyone's improvement is within expectations…" Charlie explained, just as he remembered a certain someone. "By the way, there's something I haven't told you yet. Are you perhaps acquainted with the name Ito Nanako?""Yes," Vera smiled. "The Japanese lady who was with you. What about her?""She attained enlightenment days ago.""Enlightenment?" Vera did a double take and soon pressed, "Enlightenment in what sense? Essential Qi or Reiki?"After all, the former was the path to enlightenment in martial arts, while the latter meant enlightenment in cultivation.But despite the distinction between both domains, enlightenment was a comm
While Charlie had long since gotten used to Elaine and Jacob's bizarre marriage, being near the heart of the storm still took a toll on his senses—to the point that he felt physically sick.Leaving right away was therefore his best solution.Once he left, however, he realized he didn't have anywhere to go. Champs Elys was quite far, and it would take a lot of time.As he started to feel bored stiff, he remembered Vera for some reason and called her.Once Vera answered, she quickly asked in curiosity, "To what do I owe the pleasure? Lunch, perhaps?"Charlie chuckled. "Since you've put it that way… I haven't eaten either, so lunch it is!"Vera giggled. "Come over to my place, then. It's cold outside, and I was just lighting up a hot pot. I'll have Madam Marilyn prepare an additional portion.""Okay!" Charlie agreed to it without hesitation. "I can return her car too. Just wait, I'll be right there!"Once he hung up, he got on the Rolls Roycs he had borrowed from Scarlet Pinnacl
Charlie shook his head. "It's alright, Dad. You can go ahead if you're busy—I can pick up Claire on my own.""No way!" Elaine promptly snapped. "It's been so long since she came back. We are all going to the airport!"Jacob sighed in exasperation. "Well, I'm sticking to my schedule—first the Calligraphy and Painting Association, then I'll be back an hour before to pick you guys up before going together to the airport."Elaine was left fuming. "Is there no getting through to you? You really have to go to that stupid association, don't you? Okay, fine. If you must go, I will be going with you!""You're their honored vice president who will be promoted to president soon, no? As Mrs. Vice President and the future Mrs. President, is there an issue if I went for a look?"Jacob shuddered at the thought of Elaine going to the Calligraphy and Painting Association as he absolutely didn't want her to humiliate him with her antics. People would talk, asking how a proper gentleman like him c
Jacob yawned, stretching his arms and smacking his cheeks, before finally retorting in contempt, "For Pete's sake, woman—don't make dissing me a habit. Or does it please you so much?"Elaine pursed her lips. "You call that dissing? It's all facts—do you think I don't know you? Tell me, what qualifications do you have? Your knowledge about calligraphy is skin-deep, and even the frauds working on Antique Street could beat you.""Only you would have the audacity to take the role of vice president at the Calligraphy and Painting Association—heaven's above, how blind is the president to appoint you as his second fiddle? Still, you'll be packing your things as soon as he realizes the truth.""Oh, Elaine, poor Elaine…" Jacob grinned smugly at her right then. "I'm afraid things won't go the way you want. Mr. Bay's been chasing a promotion lately, and once he gets it, I will take his place as president. That means I'll be the top dog instead of second fiddle!""Bullshit!" Elaine snapped in
Jacob slept in the next day while Elaine got out of bed past ten as well.However, in the case of the latter, she wasn't drunk and was simply watching livestreams and video clips on her phone—a hobby she had picked up recently.As for Charlie, he had initially planned to visit the Champs Elys hot spring villa and train Nanako in her Reiki control. However, since Claire would be arriving in the afternoon, he stayed home, planning to leave for the airport when it was time.Elaine appeared groggy as she emerged from the elevator, rubbing her eyes while holding her phone in the other hand.Seeing Charlie cleaning the living room, she asked in curiosity, "Not going out today, Charlie? Aren't you usually going out to meet clients?"Then, she became concerned in an instant, "Wait, don't tell me—the Feng Shui business is falling off? Are we going to be affected altogether?"Charlie laughed. "You're just getting paranoid now. Things are going fine—I'm just giving myself a day's leave.""