“Become a Dark Realm expert?” Rosalie was so shocked by Charlie’s words that she was speechless. She subconsciously asked Charlie, “Mr. Wade, is there really a chance for me to become a Dark Realm expert even if I do not have great natural talent?”“Yes.” Charlie said firmly, “Natural talent is not important if you want to become an expert, but what’s most important is whether you can seize the time, place, and people. Although some people have natural talents, it’s still impossible for them to cultivate to the level of the Great Perfection Realm of the Illuminating Realm let alone become a Dark Realm expert!”After saying that, Charlie looked at Rosalie and said very seriously, “You have the right time and place to become a Dark Realm expert. As long as you can work hard and solidify your current cultivation base, your future as a Dark Realm expert is just around the corner. You can even become a Dark Realm expert in two to three months.”Rosalie’s eyes suddenly turned red with
Charlie added, “I will ask Mr. Cameron to buy several sets of the villas here over the next few days and then transfer the entire Champs Elys Resort into a private clubhouse. It will no longer be open to the public in the future. I will also reserve a villa for you here when the time comes. I will contact you after the wedding, and you can come here to concentrate on cultivating in seclusion, then.”Rosalie quickly asked, “Mr. Wade, why are you transforming such a large hot spring resort into a private clubhouse?”Charlie said, “It is said to be a private clubhouse, but it’s actually just a cover. This place will be completely closed to the public when the time comes. This is quite a beautiful place on the mountains, so I intend to transform this place into a good place to focus on seclusion and cultivation.”Rosalie asked in surprise, “Mr. Wade, could it be that you want to train martial arts experts here?” “That’s right.” Charlie did not hide anything and nodded very simply as h
August 8th.Sheldon and Yashita’s wedding was about to start.Yashita and Rosalie, who were staying in the Harker family villa, woke up early before five o’clock in the morning. The makeup artist arranged by Jasmine also arrived on time and started putting on makeup for them. Sheldon, who was staying at Shangri-La, had already got up to change his clothes.According to the normal practice of marriage, Sheldon had to do the groom’s styling early in the morning before going to the Harker family villa together with his best man and the wedding convoy to pick up the bride.Since the wedding was not known to the public, Sheldon only invited his son, Jaime, to be his best man. Jaime, who had changed his ways, was happy that his father had found his true love, so he naturally agreed to his request readily. Just after five o’clock in the morning, the wedding convoy that Charlie had arranged in advance was already decorated with bouquets of flowers as they waited to depart from Shangr
She had known Vera for more than a few days now but she had never heard Vera thank her.Not to mention herself, but Vera had never even said thank you even after her master had done so much for Vera and even given her the entire Scarlet Pinnacle Manor. It seemed that everything that her master did for Vera was only justified. Not only was she not grateful, but she was even stingy to even say the word ‘thank you’.There were times when Madam Marilyn had some opinions about Vera. She felt that this girl was young, looked well-educated, and was a young lady from a noble family, but she was also extremely arrogant and lacked etiquette. Her master was already in his nineties, but he was still busy with her affairs and was extremely attentive toward her, but she never showed him the respect he deserved. However, at this moment, Madam Marilyn was very surprised as she thought to herself, ‘My master has done so much for her and even gave her a villa that could not even be bought for billio
Vera nodded and spoke up as she said, “You must be exhausted after a long journey. You should take a good rest first. I may settle down in Aurous Hill in the coming period of time, so you should also take advantage of this time to rest well.”Mr. Raven arched his hands respectfully and said, “I understand!”After saying that, he remembered something and hurriedly asked, “By the way, Miss, I heard from Logan that you have already found the person that you’re looking for?”“Yes.” Vera nodded and said, “He is in Aurous Hill. Although you don’t remember him anymore, he definitely remembers you, so you shouldn’t leave Scarlet Pinnacle Manor for the time being in order to avoid exposing your identity.”Mr. Raven said respectfully, “Okay. I understand, Miss!”As he spoke, several servants came in carrying a lot of items wrapped in bubble wrap.After Mr. Raven counted them one by one and made sure that there were no problems, he asked those servants to leave. He then said to Vera, “Miss,
Seven o’clock in the morning. Sheldon’s wedding convoy set off on time and headed to the Harker family villa to pick up the bride. Today was a big day. There were hundreds of couples holding weddings in Aurous Hill, and the cars shuttling through the streets and alleys of Aurous Hill were like a long steel dragon. When Sheldon’s convoy arrived outside the Harker family villa on time, the younger generations of the Harker family and members of Yashita’s natal family also welcomed Sheldon’s family members which was led by Sheldon through the door. Sheldon held a bouquet of flowers in his hand as he headed directly to Yashita’s bridal chamber.As Sheldon and Yashita were both over fifty years old, their marriage reception scene was not as lively as those of young people’s marriage reception. The members of the Harker family did not block the door, and the members of the Schulz family also did not make a fuss. Everyone smiled as they looked at Sheldon and watched as he walked step b
Sheldon was slightly stunned and then came back to his senses when he saw the red shoes.He suddenly lost control of his emotions and burst into tears when he saw that the person handing him the shoes was his son, Jaime. Jaime did not expect his father to burst into tears suddenly. He hurried forward and hugged him, bent his legs slightly, and helped his father wipe his tears away with his sleeves.Sheldon never expected his son to be so considerate. He thought of Sophie, who was still waiting to attend his wedding at the hotel, and he felt that he could die without regrets at this moment.He finally realized that he only truly understood the meaning of life now after having lived for fifty years. There was nothing that could compare to the happiness and harmony of a family. Although Sheldon and Helen might not have any contact with each other in the future, he had gained true love and the support of his three children, which was already enough for him. Jaime patted his fath
No one understood why the old man, who had always been tenacious, was bawling like a child today. He took turns using both of his sleeves to wipe his tears as he cried. Rosalie quickly ran up to him and nervously asked, “Grandpa, why are you crying on such a good day like this?!”The old man realized that he had lost control of his emotions and panicked as he covered his face to try to control his emotions, but the more that he did so, the more he lost control. Tears flowed through his fingers and through the wrinkled folds of his hands. His body was shaking uncontrollably as he cried, which made everyone feel distressed. Only Yashita understood her father’s feelings at this moment.She knew that her father must be saddened by the fact that her mother could not personally witness this scene.Sometimes, people who are alive will feel that they want to share the news of the best result with their deceased relatives after waiting for many years. They feel that their deceased relati
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
At this point, Don Albert could very well be Jacob's personal messiah.Even if he did threaten Zachary with calling Charlie persistently, he actually wouldn't dare call Charlie.After all, how would he start explaining that he was involved in a crime? And telling Charlie was basically telling his daughter—what would they think of him after this? Would he ever be able to hold his head high in the family again?As such, his only option now was to ask Don Albert and see if he would help.What he didn't know was that Don Albert was with Charlie, who had already anticipated Jacob's move.When Jacob realized he couldn't stop Zachary, Jacob would find someone who could, and Don Albert was the best man for the job!To no surprise, Don Albert's phone soon started ringing with a call from Jacob.Don Albert didn't answer right away, however, instead turning toward Charlie as he asked gingerly, "So, shall I stick to your script, Master Wade?"Seeing Charlie nod, he pressed on, "Should I
As soon as Jacob sent the voice message, Mr. Bay called.Jacob quickly answered, asking nervously, "How are things over there, Mr. Bay?""How, you ask…?" Mr. Bay sighed in exasperation. "The entire Calligraphy and Painting Association was demanding your dismissal as soon as Zachary Evans posted his statement, thinking that you have no business being the administrative vice president let alone have a place in the association."Even those officials came asking me questions, and you know how they are—gossipers, every last one of them, always finding out about the juicy stuff instantly even if it's really no big deal. The only excuse I have to stop them is that we don't have the facts, but this issue still needs to be taken care of."So, be straight with me. Were you a part of this? If you don't, do you have any definitive evidence that can refute Zachary's claims?""I… Uh…" Jacob stammered, unable to answer.He certainly wanted to say no, but he had no evidence to back himself up.
Jacob bellowed furiously, "Raymond Cole made over 19 million dollars! From my bronze sculpture! Yet you're telling me to refund that 300 thousand too?! You're just fucking with me, aren't you?!""Well, if you don't like it, just do what you like, then," Zachary replied calmly and quickly hung up before Jacob could answer.Jacob was left twitching and shaking endlessly, and there was no telling if it was from rage or fear.Beside him, Elaine quickly asked, "What did Zachary say, dear? Can he get that bronze sculpture back?"Caught by surprise at her question, Jacob flinched, and his phone slipped out of his grasp.As it seemed to hover in the air, he tried to catch it twice but failed, but Elaine managed to grab it.It was then that she noticed that he was sweating all over his face, and she promptly asked, "What's wrong, dear?"Coming to his senses, Jacob's eyes went wide with rage. "Zachary is trying to kill me! He leaked the whole thing to his Twitter page—it's like he's pulli