So, he smiled and said, âIt's really strange. I've been in New York for only a few hours, and two groups of people have pointed pistols at my head. Is this how you New York gangs treat guests?âAntonio didn't understand what he meant, so he frowned and asked, âWhat do you mean? Two groups of people? Besides me, who else pointed a pistol at you?âCharlie said casually, âOh, no one, just a few small shrimps, but don't worry, I'll take you to meet them later.ââTake me to meet them?â Antonio was stunned and asked Charlie, âDo you have a serious brain disease? Do you think I will let you leave this place alive?âAman felt a little nervous when he saw that Charlie was not afraid of the pistol pointed at his head. He felt that every second Charlie lived was a threat to himself, so he deliberately provoked Antonio and said with a smile, âAntonio, it seems that this Oskian kid is not afraid of you at all. I guess he thinks you dare not shoot at all!âAntonio felt his face burning, and he
Decorative lights and illuminants lit up the extravagant Wilson family mansion.Tonight was the 70th birthday banquet of Lady Wilson, the head of the Wilson family.Her grandchildren and their spouses gathered around her to hand her their luxurious gifts.âGrandma, I heard that you love the Chinese tea. I looked high and low for this century-old Puâer tea worth half a million dollars to present it to you.ââGrandma, you are a devoted Buddhist. This Buddha statue is carved from the authentic Hetian jade, it is worth seven hundred thousand dollarsâŠâLooking at the nicely wrapped gifts in front of her, Lady Wilson laughed heartily. The entire ambiance was harmonious and happy.Suddenly, Charlie Wade, Lady Wilsonâs eldest grandson-in-law, spoke, âGrandma, could you lend me a million dollars, please? Mrs. Lewis from the welfare home is diagnosed with uremia and I need the money for her treatmentâŠâThe entire Wilson family gaped in extreme shock. Everyone stared at Charlie with bewi
Ten billion dollars?!Charlie was shocked. His eyes wide open, his mouth wide agape.He knew that his grandfather was very wealthy, but back then, he was too young to understand the concept of money. He only knew that the Wade family was one of the wealthiest families in Eastcliff and even the country, but he wasnât sure what his net worth was.Right now, he finally knew.If ten billion dollars were just pocket money, it meant that the entire Wade family had a net worth of more than one trillion dollars!Frankly speaking, at this moment, he was slightly touched and swayed. However, when he thought about his deceased parents and how his grandfather was part of the reasons why they had died, he knew he could never easily forgive him.Sensing his frustration, Stephen quickly said, âYoung Master, you are one of the Wade family members, so the money is yours. Besides, technically speaking, it belongs to your father.ââThe Master said that if youâre willing to go home, he will let you
The next morning, after preparing breakfast, Charlie rode his scooter to Emgrand Groupâs office.He parked his scooter on the side of Emgrandâs parking lot. As soon as he locked his scooter, a black Bentley slowly parked in a spot across from him.He looked up inadvertently and saw a young couple getting out of the car.The man was wearing a branded suit, looking very handsome and smart. Meanwhile, the lady was dressed up in a flamboyant style. Although somewhat gaudy, she was considered a beauty.As it turned out, the lady was Wendy Wilson, Claireâs cousin, and the man was her fiancĂ©, Gerald White.Charlie didnât know why they were here, but he knew that the best way to avoid trouble was to stay away from them.However, the more eager he wanted to hide from them, the higher chances they would see him.Wendy caught sight of him from the corner of her eyes. She yelped loudly, âHey, Charlie!âWendy called out his name in a friendly manner, but Charlie felt goosebumps all over his
This was also the first time Charlie had ever met Doris.He had to admit that Doris was a very stunning and alluring young lady!She was about twenty-seven or eight years of age with a slender yet plump body figure, captivating appearance, and a very mature and honorable manner.Sitting down in front of Dorisâs desk, Charlie started, âI will not come into the office often, so I would like you to continue looking over the company on my behalf. In addition, please do not disclose my identity to the public.âDoris was aware that Mr. Wade, who was sitting in front of her now, came from the extraordinary Wade family. For a prominent family like theirs, Emgrand Group was nothing but a mediocre business, so it was normal for him not to manage it himself. Hence, she quickly said, âSure. Mr. Wade, just tell me if you need anything, Iâll be at your service.âAt this moment, a secretary knocked on the door and said, âMiss Young, a man called Gerald White and his fiancĂ© are here to see you.â
The two announcements released by Emgrand Group completely shook the entire Aurous Hill like a high magnitude earthquake.When the Wilson family learned about the ownership change in Emgrand Group, they figured out why the collaboration with the White family had been terminated. It seemed that Emgrandâs new owner didnât think much of the White family.Back to the point, who was Mr. Wade? He simply bought Emgrand Group that was worth hundreds of billions of dollars without batting an eyeâhe was a little too powerful, wasnât he? Even the richest man in Aurous Hill wouldnât be so generous!All of a sudden, a lot of wealthy families were about to eagerly make a move. They wished to establish a connection with the mysterious Mr. Wade while on the other hand wished to marry their daughter to him.Moreover, the announcement about Emgrand Groupâs investment of two billion dollars for the hotel construction project also shook the construction and interior decorating industries in Aurous H
Claireâs announcement sent a shock wave across the room, making everyone gape in extreme surprise!Everyone thought that Claire must be out of her mind! It was the worst time to stand under the limelight now! Other than failing miserably, thereâs nothing else she could achieve!Emgrand Group was the largest company in Aurous Hill and the Wilson family was nothing more than an insignificant ant to them! Whoever took the challenge would only end up failing!Harold couldnât help but mock sarcastically, âClaire, do you really think you can get a deal from Emgrand Group?âWendy continued in the same mocking tone after her brother, âClaire, who do you think you are, what do you think Emgrand Group is? You being so reckless and irrational will only humiliate us, the Wilson family!âSomeone else added, âWendy is right! If she is kicked out by Emgrand Group, our family will be a laughing stock in Aurous Hill!âBlood rushed to Claireâs face and she felt her face burning in embarrassment.
Looking at her parents ridiculing Charlie, Claire sighed and said, âDad, Mom, donât blame Charlie for this. It was my idea, I just donât want our family to be looked down on anymore. Havenât we suffered enough all these years?âClaireâs mother blurted, âBut still, you canât take on such a task. Itâs not just youâeven if your grandma goes in person, they wouldnât entertain her!âCharlie managed a bitter smile as he watched the bickering. He bet that his snobbish in-laws would never believe that he was the real owner of Emgrand Group.At this exact moment, there was a knock on the door.âIâm comingâŠâElaine heaved a distressing sigh as she walked to the door and opened it.Charlie shifted his gaze to the door and saw a young man donning an Armani suit standing at the door. The man looked very charming and alluring with a Patek Philippe watch on his wrist, which seemed to be worth at least four million dollars.Elaine shrieked excitedly, âHey, Wendell! Why are you here?âThe man w