Jalen, who had been secretly mocking Martha, collapsed and lost consciousness in an instant because he could not stand this sudden blow.Kyler hurriedly helped Jalen who had fallen to the ground up. He massaged him as he said helplessly, “Uncle, weren’t you very open-minded when you were persuading Aunt Martha earlier? Why don’t you have the same mentality when it comes to yourself?”When Martha saw that Jalen was unconscious, even though she was in despair, her mood seemed to ease a little. It was as if another acquaintance had suddenly jumped in with her when she was feeling desperate after falling into an abyss. This somehow comforted her a little. So, she spoke up and said to Kyler, “What’s the use of squeezing him so hard? He will not wake up even if you knock his front teeth off. Hurry up and pour some water on him to wake him up!”Kyler looked at Heather, who was next to him, and blurted out, “Go and get some water from the car. Why are you still standing here in a daze
The smuggler was not afraid that they would run away at all because the smuggler did not take them to the United States directly but to Mexico first. Either way, as long as they got on the smuggler’s boat, they were just like the slaves who were sold by the Europeans back then, and their life and death were in the individual’s hands.Those who were obedient could live until the boat docked, whereas those who were disobedient would have rocks tied to their feet directly before they were thrown into the sea on the spot to be sunk to the bottom of the sea.The two had managed to escape with great difficulty, and they did not dare to disobey, so they followed the boat all the way to Mexico.After disembarking in Mexico, the two were forced to stuff a few packs of contraband into their rectums in Mexico before they then traveled to the United States with the fake identities provided by the smuggler. According to the smuggler’s price, three thousand US dollars would be discounted for
“Elaine?!”Jose was stunned when he heard this.Immediately after that, he had an incredulous look on his face as he asked, “Martha, do you mean that Elaine was the one who pinpointed us?! She... She does not know of our true identities!”Martha responded with a serious expression, “I think that the fact that our family met with this situation is inseparable from Elaine’s arrest, so it might be because of her. However, if you want me to come up with substantial evidence, I cannot come up with it either.”Kyler, who was aside, hurriedly said, “Aunt Martha, I think that Elaine is just an old and pathetic loser. She was fooled so easily, so she cannot possibly have any great abilities.”Heather also chimed in and said, “That’s right, Aunt Martha! Elaine doesn’t look like someone with any real abilities.”Martha said coldly, “Do you still remember her son-in-law?”“Yes, I remember.” Kyler said, “Isn’t it that kid named Charlie Wade or something?”“Yes, that’s him!” Martha nodded he
“Ahh?!” Kyler’s face turned pale out of fright, and he blurted out and asked, “Aunt Martha, what should we do now?!”Martha blurted out, “It seems that I made the right decision in choosing to go to Mexico. Let’s flee to Mexico as soon as possible. The law and order there is chaotic, so it would also be more convenient for us to hide. Let’s slowly think about countermeasures after we get there!”***Meanwhile, Elaine had just woken up on the soft bed in the luxury single ward in the highest-end private hospital in New York.Although she had broken a rib, the good thing was that her condition was not serious. The doctor gave her oral and topical medication to help her minimize the pain, so the physical pain that she felt was almost negligible.However, unlike her physical body, Elaine’s spirit had suffered all night long. She had had many dreams when she slept last night. Although each dream was not quite the same, each dream ended with her being sentenced to death by the court.
“What?!”Elaine seemed to have heard the cruelest words in the world, and she blurted out, “How can you let me out of the hospital so soon? If I’m discharged from the hospital, wouldn’t I have to go to the detention center, then?!”The female doctor said apologetically, “I’m sorry, Madam Elaine, but I don’t know what the arrangements for you after you’re discharged are. I really don’t know anything about this. You’ll have to ask the police.”Elaine cried and said, “Doctor, it shouldn’t be difficult for you to give me a medical report saying that I have a serious injury, right? You should just give me one. I’m already old, and I really cannot stand the hardship in the detention center.”The female doctor said helplessly, “Madam Elaine, this kind of thing cannot be faked in the United States. If I issue such a medical report for you, the police will definitely ask other doctors to review it. If my medical report is found to be false, I will never be qualified to practice medicine aga
When Elaine saw that Jakel was unrelenting, she knew that she would definitely have to enter the detention center today. She was filled with despair. After her last experience, she was truly afraid of places like the detention center.This was especially so since she was in a foreign country where she was unfamiliar with the United States, so she felt even more apprehensive about the detention center in the United States. Still, she never dreamt that if Charlie wanted to, he could get Jakel to help Elaine get a medical report so that she could continue staying in the hospital the whole time. If Martha could be caught as soon as possible, Elaine might not even have to wait until entering the detention center to be completely cleared of suspicion.However, Charlie felt that Elaine definitely would not learn her lesson in that case.That was why he had specifically asked Jordan to tell Jakel not to let Elaine stay in the hospital for too long and to send her to the detention cent
“Felons?” Elaine was shocked when she heard this word and hurriedly said, “Mr. White, can you think of a way so that I can be sent to another detention center instead? I’m just a helpless old lady, so how am I going to fight those felons?! I’ll definitely get beaten to death when the time comes...”Jakel said helplessly, “Sorry, Madam Elaine, but this is the operating rule of the New York judicial system. Judging by the current alleged crime that you’re charged with, Bedford Hills Correctional Facility is the only place that you can be sent to. This is not something I can deal with. I’m a lawyer, and I want to do things within the legal framework, not undermine the legal framework.” Elaine suddenly panicked and then spoke up as she asked, “Mr. White, is there a prison tyrant in the prison in the United States? It’s the kind of person who holds the most power in the prison and bullies anyone she catches.”“Well...” Jakel said embarrassedly, “As far as I know, there should be such
There was a very small single bed on the left and right in this semi-open space.At this time, the inmates inside were resting. Some of them were lying on the bed, and some were sitting at the head of the bed talking to others. When the group of inmates heard the prison guard yelling, they slowly got up and lined up in the inner part of the corridor in the middle. The prison guards did not rush to open the gate at this time. Instead, they counted the number of people inside. After confirming that everyone had lined up, he then said over the walkie-talkie, “Open the gate of Cell No. 12.”As soon as his voice fell, the heavy iron grill gate opened automatically. The two prison guards with batons took the lead and walked in first while the other two guards escorted Elaine and followed behind.After entering, Elaine was brought to a group of female inmates directly by the prison guards.This group of female inmates was all of different races, and their ages ranged from eighteen t
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