Charlie nodded, recalled something, and asked him, “Lord Fox, as far as you know, have there been many cases where compatriots harm their own compatriots in the United States over the past few years?” Jordan smiled awkwardly and said seriously, “There have indeed been many such cases. In fact, this kind of thing has been commonly seen in the United States...”Having said that, Jordan said again, “Of course, it’s not just our Oskian compatriots who are in this situation. In truth, people from other countries are also facing similar problems.”After pausing for a moment, Jordan explained, “As you know, the United States is a country of immigrants, so the composition of the population here is very complex. There are many ethnic minorities, and there are often two extremes to these ethnic minorities due to the new arrivals and language barrier.”“The first extreme is that they would get particularly close to their fellow countrymen. Everyone would be closely knitted together to take c
Jordan smiled helplessly and said, “Generally, the internal risk isolation is done very well for this kind of organization. It is equivalent to making multiple fire doors. Once there is a fire, the outermost fire door will be shut first, and if the fire is blocked, they will redevelop the peripheral downline. If they cannot stop it, they will close the second fire door until it can be blocked. Therefore, for so long, they have only lost some peripheral members, and the core members did not suffer any threats. Instead, they have even accumulated a huge amount of wealth and resources, and they have also become more powerful in strength.Charlie nodded and said coldly, “That is to say that the core members of this organization have a large number of scapegoats. Every time something goes wrong, they only need to drag a group of people out to bear the responsibility for that matter.”“Yes.” Jordan said, “This is the drawback of the law under certain circumstances. At the legal level, as l
The efficiency of Ten Thousand Armies’ investigation was very high. After just one night, they had roughly mapped out the entire story.Porter then called Charlie and reported in detail, “Mr. Wade, according to my subordinates’ investigation, the Oskian woman who had been getting close to your mother-in-law in the Oskian Rampage Team in Providence is not called Lucy Cardy. Her real name is actually Martha Yorker.”“Martha Yorker?” Charlie frowned and asked, “What is Martha Yorker’s origin?”Porter said, “Martha smuggled into the United States alone more than twenty years ago. She originally hoped to work in the United States to earn money to build a house for her two sons and their wives. She lived under the pseudonym ‘Sally Hoffstead’ as she carried out bad deeds in local Oskiatown while working as a nanny for Oskian families.”“The reason why she used this pseudonym is because the smuggler who transported her into the United States told her that she should not let anyone know of
Charlie asked him, “How did you find out that Sally Hoffstead, who was using a fake identity back then, is the current Martha Yorker?”Porter said, “Mr. Wade, I found the outdoor surveillance video of Providence, restored a high-definition photo of Martha, and put it on Ten Thousand Armies’ intelligence network. There is an informant who provided the information to us. The informant is the smuggler who brought Martha into the United States, and he has kept the identity information of all the stowaways over the years.”Charlie asked again, “What is Martha’s real identity now, then?”Porter explained, “Her real identity is a self-employed person who relied on investment immigration to obtain the United States green card. She invested one million US dollars in a regional center around the year 2010, which was approved by the United States Immigration Service through the EB-5 investment immigration program in the United States.”Charlie said coldly, “An illegal immigrant who smuggled i
Meanwhile, Martha had just woken up in the car.Jalen and Kyler had taken turns driving overnight, and they had only driven a thousand kilometers. Now, they were still more than two thousand kilometers away from the United States and Mexico border.According to Martha’s plan, she wanted the two men to drive all the way to El Paso, Texas, and then enter Mexico by land.Martha, who had been sleeping in the rocky car all night, was still somewhat in a daze because she hadn’t slept well. She suddenly recalled the time when she had first come to the United States. In the first two years of her arrival in the United States, although she had used a fake identity, she had really worked hard and conscientiously. Although the money she had made at that time was far from wealthy in the United States, since she had been working as a nanny, her accommodation and food had all been covered by her employer. Therefore, all the money that she had earned could be sent back home, and she had mana
At that time, this transaction had far exceeded the local market price, and the buyers were initially dissuaded by the high price.However, Martha was very smart.She could see the couple’s desperate hope for a child, and she also saw that the one-year-old child somewhat resembled the man. So, she had described the child’s appearance to the couple based on the child’s facial features, saying that the child would definitely grow up to resemble the man. In addition, the resourceful Martha had also tugged at the couple’s greatest pain and hope; because of the resemblance, as long as they took the child with them to live in a different place, no one would suspect that the child had been bought when he grew up. Even if they were to bring the child back to their hometown in Oskia after three or five years, no one would suspect that it was not their own child.Moreover, Martha had also told the couple that unlike adopted children, the child that she had brought was not even a week old ye
Just then, her eldest son suddenly called her. As soon as the call was connected, he asked in a flattering manner from the other end of the line, “Mom, are you up yet?”Martha said indifferently, “I’d have been woken up by this phone call even if I was not up yet, so speak up and say what you want to say.”Her eldest son chuckled and hurriedly said, “Mom, do you still remember Saul, who lives next to our house?”“Yes.” Martha asked him, “What’s wrong with him?”Her eldest son laughed hesitantly and said, “Well, nothing’s wrong with him. It’s just... It’s just that...”Martha said coldly, “Speak up if you have something to say. If you don’t know how to say it, I’ll hang up first, then.”Her eldest son hurriedly said, “Don’t! Don’t hang up! Mom, I’ll tell you the truth. I got Saul’s daughter pregnant, and it has already been more than three months. I said that I would give his daughter a hundred thousand dollars to abort the child, but she is unwilling to do so. She wants to give b
Martha’s words gave her eldest son great encouragement.Her eldest son, who was on the other end of the line, could not hide his excitement and said, “Mom, I’m really relieved to hear you say this!”Martha snorted coldly and said, “Let me tell you, you’d better stop fooling around outside anymore in the future. This is especially so with people such as Saul’s daughters! Their level is too low!”Her eldest son hurriedly asked, “Mom, what do you mean when you say that their level is too low? What is it? I don’t understand!”Martha felt resentful because her eldest son could not live up to her expectations and said, “I told you to study harder! I’ve been away for more than twenty f*cking years now, but you don’t even understand what level is. You’re really useless!”Her eldest son laughed and said, “People say that there is an excess of yin which leads to yang deficiency. Mom, you can support our whole family by yourself, so I’m naturally not as capable as you are...”Martha’s mood
Jacob certainly agreed with Mr. Bay. When going to a dinner where alcohol would be involved, having a designated driver would be most convenient.Still, Jacob had another plan in mind.Since he had a Cullinan and this was the perfect chance to show off, it would kill him not to drive."Actually, we should go on our own," Jacob told Mr. Bay right then. "We will take my car and get a designated driver to take us home. We can hang out in the backseat to chat—I mean, you'd be in a bad mood if you get a bad driver, bringing a car that stinks of tobacco. You know how bad it can get."Mr. Bay nodded cheerfully. "Alright! I'm counting on you!""Oh, it's only right!"Coming to an agreement, they hurried outside, with Jacob driving and Mr. Bay riding shotgun.They were having a pleasant conversation when Jacob suddenly got a call from Walker, who was his sub at Senior University.Answering with the in-car Bluetooth system, he said, "Hey, Walker. What's up?""Mr. Wilson! I'm done with cl
As such, Albert did not hesitate to say right then, "Don't worry, Mr. Wilson—since they are your friends, I will offer the half-price rebate as you've suggested! When the guests take their seats, I'll personally deliver a couple of nice bottles over as a token of my sincerity!"Oskia truly sets the bar when it comes to being humanistic.There were times when one must show due respect, but not too much either in case it changed the status quo.It was just like a couple eating out with a third-wheel.Even if the third-wheel was better off and happily took the check as the girl watched, there would inevitably be competitiveness. The generosity might even lead to the girl getting attracted to the third-wheel.As such, since Jacob was actually secondary in importance at the event, Albert would have to make sure not to rain on the host's parade while showing his respects to Jacob. Otherwise, the host may hold a grudge against Jacob even if everything was free of charge.And when it cam
Jacob put a hand on his chest. "Don't worry—everything is going to be fine when my son-in-law takes the stage."As soon as he finished speaking, an unknown number called his phone.He answered, hearing a familiar voice he couldn't quite place, "Good afternoon. Am I speaking to Mr. Jacob Wilson?""Yes. May I ask who I am speaking to?""Albert Rhodes, owner of Heaven Springs at your service. Would you happen to remember me?"Hearing that, Jacob turned on the speaker excitedly as he continued, "Oh, yes, Don Albert! Of course I remember!"Mr. Bay's eyes lit up when he heard Albert announce himself, and he mouthed, "Is that really Don Albert?!"Jacob nodded repeatedly, his vanity burgeoning.Mr. Bay was naturally thrilled too, and he leaned closer to listen just as Albert spoke humbly, "If it's alright with you, Mr. Wilson, please don't address me as Don Albert. It's just a title some brats came up with—you are Master Wade's father-in-law, which means you have seniority over me. So,
Mr. Bay was overjoyed, seeing how quickly Jacob agreed to it. "Thanks, Jacob! I owe you!" He exclaimed, but soon added, "It's past four now, and that bunch like to fraternize in the room before they eat. Could you get the room soon? I think they'll be arriving soon."Then, he moved closer to add quietly, "If you can get a Diamond Room like before, I will bring you along. I'm not going to lie, these are officials with decision-making authority. Being friends with them might propel us to new heights!"Jacob already knew that Mr. Bay was sucking up to his friend, otherwise, he wouldn't be so concerned when the dinner was organized by said friend. Understanding that the friend must be important too, Jacob was at once buoyed.After all, he had presumed that becoming vice president was the most he could achieve.Now, if he could attend that dinner with Mr. Bay and establish a good relationship with those bigwigs, he would have his turn when Mr. Bay got promoted too.With that in min
Reservations in Heaven Springs had always been unpredictable, and most rooms weren't open to the general public—even if said rooms were vacant for the night.It was not as if Albert Rhodes didn't want to make money when he built Heaven Springs. He simply didn't do it solely for profit, but only mostly for social events and posturing.Back when he was a humbler member of society, he realized that many bigwigs and even his fellows cared for pride a lot. Be it food, liquor, or even simply everyday consumption, they always strove for the best and the most expensive.That was why polite society valued their privacy and established their respective social circles, which was why Heaven Springs ensured that everything was first-rate: atmosphere, service, food, and clientele.Just like how bigwigs wouldn't dine at the same table as their goons, said goons wouldn't eat at the fancy places those bigwigs frequented even if they had money, as it may appear as if they were overstepping.That wa
As such, intent on keeping up his pretense, Jacob answered the phone, "Looking for me, Matilda?""Uh-huh," Matilda replied, and asked, "You didn't show up at Senior University, and your sub is saying you probably won't be coming for a while? Is that true?""Oh—right, that," Jacob quickly said. "Well, it's true—the gist of it is that the Association is getting busy with a project. As the vice president, I probably shouldn't be staying at Senior University all the time, right?""Heck, Mr. Bay called me last minute, telling me how busy we're going to be and that I was needed. That's why I had to go back, but I will head over to campus again when I have the time."Matilda knew right then that those were all excuses.However, she did not expose Jacob, instead asking, "Well, when are you free? So that I can send you my wedding invitation?""Oh, the invitation?" Jacob quickly chuckled. "You really didn't have to come to me—just pass it to Walker, my sub lecturer. He can pass it to me wh
The next afternoon, there was a sudden change of lecturers for the calligraphy class.Despite being the vice president of the Calligraphy and Painting Association, Jacob never showed up, instead getting a substitute instructor to replace him.Matilda had come with the invitation Yolden had written for Jacob, but seeing that Jacob wasn't at the lecture hall, she waited until the class was over to ask the sub, "Excuse me, can I ask why Mr. Wilson wasn't teaching this class?""He's busy at the association," the sub replied. "So, I'm taking over his class."Curious, Matilda pressed, "Then, would you happen to know when he will be coming?""Probably not for a while," the sub replied. "He delegated other classes to me as well, telling me that I could just stick to the PowerPoint slides."Then, he asked, "Do you have business with Mr. Wilson?"Matilda nodded. "Yes, but I can call him myself. Thank you."Leaving the lecture hall, Matilda called Jacob, who was goofing off in his office
On the other end, Matilda was left staring at Jacob's reply in confusion.She had presumed that Jacob would understand when she mentioned inviting his whole family that he should be coming up with an excuse to skip attending her wedding.That was the most ideal solution.As such, she was shocked that instead of playing along, Jacob's reply was short and blunt.[No problem. The four of us will be there!]Perplexed, Matilda was left wondering what Jacob meant. Was he really going to attend her wedding with Elaine?The thought left Matilda frowning as she absolutely didn't want to see Elaine—especially not at her own wedding.Yolden was writing an invitation when he saw the somber look on her face, and he couldn't help asking, "Is there a problem?""Jacob replied," Matilda admitted. "And he's saying that he will bring his whole family.""Really?" Yolden was confused too, as he was hardly as eccentric as Jacob. "But he's afraid of his wife and shouldn't be telling her at all…
Charlie was driving Jacob to Thompson First when the latter received the text from Matilda.Seeing that they were reaching the front gates, Jacob promptly snapped at Charlie, "Charlie, stop the car now!"Charlie did so and asked in curiosity, "What's wrong?""Matilda just texted me," Jacob replied, showing the chat log between him and Matilda.Charlie was just glancing at it nonchalantly when he saw that Matilda's contact name was 'AAA July Florist'."Wait, why is that Aunt Matilda's contact name?" He exclaimed in surprise."I changed it."Jacob explained gingerly while reading through the text Matilda sent. "Her profile picture is an iris, so I changed her contact name to a florist since I'm mostly worried Elaine would peek into my phone.""Anyway, she's asking if I'm attending her wedding with Yolden. They would send us an invitation if I accept, extended to our whole family… what do you think I should say?"Charlie asked in return. "You're planning to skip it, aren't you? T