As soon as they entered, Jasmine invited Charlie to sit on the sofa. She could not help but start to tease Charlie as she smiled and said, “Master Wade, did you watch the live broadcast of Helena’s coronation ceremony?”Charlie casually said, “I watched it.”Jasmine smiled brightly as she looked at Charlie and asked, “Master Wade, Helena must be using the live broadcast to profess her love for you on air through that brooch, right?”Charlie was helpless, and he questioned her in return, “Jasmine, when did you become someone who enjoys gossiping? It’s not like you at all.”Jasmine smiled slightly and said seriously, “I’m not someone who enjoys gossiping. It’s just that when I saw the brooch on Helena’s chest during the live broadcast, Nanako had already called me to tell me that the both of us have gotten another love rival this time.”Charlie asked her, “Did you tell Nanako that I was coming to your company?”“Of course.” Jasmine smiled and said, “It was Nanako who asked me to as
Charlie’s words caused Jasmine to instantly feel a surging excitement in her heart.She had always wanted to make their family’s business of collectibles trading and auction bigger and stronger, but she had never been able to find a suitable breakthrough point. It was also precisely because she attached great importance to this business that she had immediately befriended Charlie after seeing with her own eyes that he could use the lost cultural relic restoration technics to restore her family's antiques.She had originally hoped to recruit Charlie to Vintage Deluxe to work for the Moore family, but how could she have expected that Charlie, who was just a superfluous son-in-law at first, was actually the young master of the Wade family in Eastcliff, or that his own strength would be extremely powerful?Therefore, Jasmine’s wish to revitalize Vintage Deluxe through Charlie had long since fizzled out.Since then, Vintage Deluxe had not been able to find a better development opportu
Jasmine, who had been struggling to find a good opportunity, was suddenly supported because of Charlie and his Rejuvenating Pills. This made Jasmine feel deeply grateful toward Charlie in her heart, and at the same time, she could not help but feel extremely excited.This was because Jasmine was well aware of the value of the Rejuvenating Pill. Perhaps there were no other collectibles in this world that could be compared to the top-level divine medicine like the Rejuvenating Pill.Therefore, she could almost already foresee that the auction of the Rejuvenating Pill would definitely set a historical record.This was naturally a good opportunity for Vintage Deluxe to make a name for itself.It was equivalent to a third-tier starlet finally having the opportunity to perform on the same stage with the top stars in this world. It was definitely a great opportunity to rise to the top!Therefore, she was very excited and said to Charlie, “Master Wade, don’t worry. I will do my best to ma
Charlie did not expect that his mention of Vintage Deluxe would cause Jasmine to choke and hold back her tears.When he saw this, he thought that Jasmine was overwhelmed by the several ups and downs and tribulations in the past, so he hurriedly spoke up to comfort her, “The bad things are already in the past. You are the head of the Moore family now and so, you should be strong and look forward.”Jasmine nodded hastily and wiped her tears as she smiled and said, “Sorry, Master Wade. I’m embarrassing myself in front of you...”Charlie smiled heartily and said, “I don’t mind, but Mr. Cameron will be coming up soon. I don’t know what he will think if he sees you like this.”As he spoke, Charlie was surprised, and he muttered, “By the way, why is that guy taking so long to park a car?”Meanwhile, downstairs of Moore Group.Isaac took a puff of his cigarette. When he saw that the cigarette had burnt to the butt, he raised his hand, looked at his watch, and muttered in a low voice, “It
“No problem.” Isaac agreed without hesitation and said to Jasmine, “Miss Moore, I don’t know much about the specific antique auctions so I might have to rely mainly on you for this part. I will be responsible for the preliminary publicity, software development and launch, as well as the whole auction site support. You’ll still have to check on the specific process and execution of the auction.”Jasmine hurriedly said, “Mr. Cameron, you don't have to be so polite with me. I’ll really feel a little embarrassed if you’re so courteous with me.”As she spoke, she added, “As for the specific process and execution of the auction, I will definitely have no problem operating it, but what I’m most worried about now is the selection of the auction items...”Charlie asked, “What are the specific problems in the selection of the auction items?”Jasmine said with a somewhat embarrassed expression, “I'm not going to hide it from you, but although Vintage Deluxe’s reputation in the Aurous Hill ant
After Charlie had determined the details of the auction with Jasmine and Isaac, he became much more at ease with this matter. The next step was to wait for the Rejuvenating Pill to garner some attention and reputation in the upper-class society of Europe and the United States before releasing the news of the auction in the same manner.At this moment, Helena's royal carriage had just arrived at the Oslo City Cathedral which was located in the capital of Northern Europe. This old cathedral with a history of a hundred years was the largest and most magnificent church in Northern Europe with a medieval architectural style. It not only had a strong Renaissance temperament, but it also had a clever blend of Baroque style, which was the landmark of the capital of Northern Europe, which was Oslo City. Since its completion, this church has witnessed the coronation of several kings and queens of Northern Europe. Now, it would be welcoming Helena Elliot, the youngest queen in the his
However, since the modern era, the royal families of various countries had surrendered their real power, and after the implementation of the constitutional monarchy, these European royal families had lost their kingdoms, and they had become unusually united like a group that would huddle together to keep warm. As soon as there was a king or queen of any kingdom in poor health or even on the verge of dying, the royal family would send a secret letter to the other royal families so that the other side would know about it in advance and be prepared to come for the mourning. Those who would generally come to mourn would be the crown prince or a prestigious prince of the various countries. Otherwise, if anyone happened to be out of the country during this time, they would probably miss the funeral. So, these people had always felt that the old Queen of Northern Europe was already dying and was thus changing the heir to the throne. They thought that it would be the last thing that
The Western countries that believed in modern medicine naturally had some doubts and resistance to almost all kinds of oriental medicine, and these Western dignitaries had enjoyed all the benefits of modern Western medicine.Their doctors were also almost all top figures in the field of Western medicine, and the latest, best, and most expensive drugs in the Western world were basically provided to them as a matter of priority.It was also precisely because they had enjoyed so many advantages that their basic knowledge of Western medicine was also very deep and clear.When they suddenly heard the Queen herself talking about a divine oriental where only a quarter of a pill could actually bring her back to life and that even the doctor had said that she would be able to live for at least another five more years, everyone's first thought was that this was too ridiculous to believe.However, questions then arose in everyone’s hearts as they saw the Queen standing in front of them in suc
Horrified, Jacob promptly grasped the steering wheel and brought the Cullinan back under control while not hesitating to snap, "Are you crazy?! We're on the highway—that could have killed the both of us!"However, Elaine ignored him and seized the moment to open the armrest box, pulling out the large white envelope.As she opened it, she muttered, "So, it really was a wedding invitation… You really are a terrible friend, Jacob Wilson, hiding a wedding invitation like this! What's the point? Just look at that nervous face of yours—would I suspect you of having an affair with the bride-to-be?"She flipped open the card and was experienced enough to check the names first while disregarding the usual preamble. She wouldn't care about the venue or the time either, focusing solely on the professor who had somehow made Jacob very nervous.That was how Elaine found the names in less than a second: Yolden Hart and Matilda Hall.Matilda?!The name could well be knives stabbing Elaine in th
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