Afterward, Porter hesitated for a while and finally plucked up the courage to ask Charlie a question. “Mr. Wade, I-I would like to ask you something...”Charlie glanced at him and said, “You must be wondering how I made Franco’s yacht sink?”“Yes...” Porter nodded and said, “Mr. Wade, I don’t understand. Would any martial artist have the same power as you as they reach the end of their journey?”Charlie shook his head with a half-smile and said, “Porter, technically speaking, I’m not a martial artist.”Porter was stunned by his answer, and he muttered, “You’re not a martial artist? Could it be that... Could it be that your power is stronger than martial arts?”“You could put it that way,” Charlie smiled and said, “The road I’ve walked is indeed wider and much more different as compared to just martial arts.”Porter was shocked upon hearing this, and he nodded with a face full of shock.When Charlie had used the Soul Blade to destroy the opponent’s yacht earlier, it had overturne
Charlie’s cargo ship slowly pulled into the Vancouver port before dawn.Meanwhile, Charlie’s newly bought cargo ship was also ready to set sail. The Ten Thousand Armies’ soldiers drove the Italian mafia’s cars to the deck one after another, intending to take them away together.Once Charlie’s ship had docked, the members of the Italian mafia on board and Yanciel were transferred to the cargo ship that was about to leave the port.Porter sent half the group of soldiers to the departing cargo ship as well. At last, the cargo ship went on full throttle and departed from Vancouver port to the Middle East.This group of Italian mafias consisted of more than eight hundred hot-blooded men from the beautiful island of Sicily. They were usually dressed in woolen coats with cigars in their mouth as they carried their machine guns and broke the rules everywhere. Alas, they were now forced to embark on a new journey of life and work in the Middle East.As the ship set sail, they gathered in a
Charlie nodded as he said, “You previously said you wanted to go back to study. I think now is the best time. If you need help, let me know.”Claudia hurriedly shook her head. “Charlie, it’s fine. I kept my student status active in my previous high school, so I can go back to class anytime.”Charlie said, “I can tell you’re quite skillful. Now that Gopher is dead, the Italian mafia won’t trouble you anymore. From now on, you don’t have to endure it and just fight back if you are bullied at school. If there’s anything you can’t settle yourself, Ten Thousand Armies will be there for you.”“I understand. Charlie... Thank you...” Claudia’s eyes grew red, and she nodded gently as her tears rolled down her cheeks uncontrollably.Charlie turned to Porter and said, “Porter, if my younger sister gets into any trouble at school, please help her promptly.”Porter answered immediately, “Mr. Wade, don’t worry about it. I’ll arrange for everything and immediately send more elites to Canada.”“
Charlie’s invitation gave Emma a huge shock.She asked in surprise, “Charlie, you... Are you serious?! A large orphanage that can house ten thousand people, this... This would cost a lot of money, right?!”Charlie smiled slightly and spoke earnestly, “Mrs. Lewis, I’m also considered almost like an orphan myself. I grew up with other orphans who are also pitiful children without parents. Now that I can help, I should do something for the orphans as well. As for money, that’s not important at all.”As he said that, Charlie let out a soft sigh. “At the start of my plan, I wanted to invite you back to become the dean. However, I knew you had already retired and settled down in Canada after adapting to the environment here. It wouldn’t be nice of me to invite you back to work again...”Having said that, Charlie also added, “However, now that I’ve seen the situation here in Canada, I think it’s risky to stay here because of the safety concerns. I hope you can consider coming back to Oski
Charlie gently placed his finger on Emma’s wrist as he read her pulse by transmitting some Reiki to her. He could tell that Emma was as healthy as any ordinary person and that her two kidneys were in great condition.However, from his Reiki perception, he could vaguely feel a slight rejection between the body and two kidneys. It seemed like it was the rejection of the transplanted organ, but the symptoms were very slight. Perhaps the anti-rejection medicine had worked.Charlie wanted to give Emma a Rejuvenating Pill at first, but he gave it careful thought and changed his mind. It would be strange if he suddenly took out a Rejuvenating Pill. Besides, the Rejuvenating Pill’s medicinal effect was way too strong. It would shock Emma and the rest.Furthermore, it would be a big shock for people like Emma who had never heard of the Rejuvenating Pill.Emma’s overall health was pretty good unlike Yule Golding, who had been terminally ill back then. Therefore, there was no need to rush to
“Huh? Me?!”Charlie’s words shocked Claudia to the point she could barely react. She was startled and even thought that she had misheard him.Earlier, when Charlie had persuaded Emma to return to Oskia, she had also felt like following them to Oskia.However, Stephanie and Emma were different. They were Charlie’s family. She might have recognized Charlie as her brother, but it was just verbally. How could she be so bold as to propose such an idea?She knew she would be alone again once Emma and Stephanie returned to Oskia. Hence, she was very touched and could not believe that Charlie would suddenly invite her to come to Aurous Hill with them. Charlie said firmly, “Claudie, it’s meaningless for you to stay in Canada alone. Why don’t you follow Mrs. Lewis and Stephanie back to Oskia? Aren’t you already in your third year of high school this year? You can apply directly to the universities of Aurous Hill as a foreign student. As far as I know, the application pass rate is high for
Dawn brought a bright sunlight crown as it gradually spread to the early morning sky in the whole of Vancouver, and the park-like city’s charm was augmented under the morning lights.However, no one knew about the dark side of the city and the filth hidden within it.Dawn came to Seattle too, which was in the same time zone as Vancouver.In an extremely luxurious seaside villa covering hundreds of acres in Seattle, a twenty-seven-year-old young man was restlessly walking back and forth in the living room.The cigarette in his hand was almost burnt out. He wrinkled his brow, and just as the cigarette butt burned to the end, a severe pain suddenly hit his finger, and he involuntarily shouted as he threw the cigarette butt away. Then, with a gloomy face and somber feeling, he asked his subordinate in front of him, “Is there still no news from Franco?”The one who had spoken was none other than the eldest young master of the George family, Franco’s eldest brother, Finley George.Th
At the same time, in Vancouver, Canada.A large number of Italian families in the city had fallen into great fear. They had discovered that their family members had disappeared overnight.Some people’s husbands had gone missing, some people’s children had gone missing, and some people’s brothers had gone missing.They were not terrified at the beginning because they all knew that their family members were engaged in shady jobs. They often stayed out all night, so everyone had long been accustomed to it.However, when these families started to communicate with each other, it was just like opening Pandora's box of fear. If only one or a few people went missing, they might have assumed that they were just busy with something. However, the matter became very strange when at least one person went missing in every family.Many recalled what had happened the previous night and shared that their family members had already been asleep, but they had suddenly received a phone call from the
However, Jimmy realized something important even as he sighed in relief. "Wait, Mr. Wade… I know I should settle things in the family Stateside, but won't I be arrested upon arrival?""That's Julien's department," Charlie chuckled and turned toward the man. "Tell your butler not to send the evidence to the feds. If it has reached them already, ask to have it back and tell the feds they saw nothing."Julien promptly nodded. "I'll text him right now. You have nothing to worry about, Mr. Wade."Jimmy remained worried. "But sir, I think Nate's not going to let this slide. The man is cunning—he deliberately dug a pit so we'd fall into it, and he gathered all the dirt he could on us to be used as leverage when necessary."Charlie shook his head. "That's no big deal. Julien can make sure that you're fine even if the feds get the evidence."Julien nodded nearby. "Don't worry, Mr. Wade. The decision remains in your hands, either way. Just say the word, and it's 25 to life… otherwise, not e
The fact that Jimmy was a partner in Ares LLP already meant he had skill, while Matilda had herself been retired for years and definitely had lost her touch a little. So, having someone like Jimmy who had stayed on the frontlines all this while would definitely be no issue.And in turn, it was a good thing for Jimmy as it was better than the kennels either way.Charlie then asked Jimmy pointedly, "You say you're interested, but are you sincere about it?"Jimmy nodded without hesitation. "Yes, absolutely!""No regrets? We're talking about ten years here.""None, absolutely none!""Do you know what to say if anyone asks?""Yes, of course! I chose to further my career here in Oskia, and it was absolutely voluntary! That's what I'd say even if my family asked!"Charlie nodded. "Good. Then, you will have two weeks. Go home and set your affairs in order and report in for work afterward.""No problem!" Jimmy nodded repeatedly, actually surprised and grateful that Charlie would let hi
And yet, Julien was suddenly clapping his hands, and exclaiming excitedly, "Yes, right! We should get his wife and son over too for a happy reunion!"He then paused and quickly corrected himself, "Wait, no! I mean, they should each be caged with one empty cage separating each of their cages. They can see each other and talk, but there will be no touching. How dare he flex on me—I gotta teach him a lesson to remember!"Jimmy dropped limply on his rump, and Matilda beckoned for Paul to help him up while turning toward Julien as she pursed her lips. "Please, Mr. Rothschild… Even if you don't accept his apology, don't bring his family into this. It's against Oskian tradition—you'd insult your family's name!"Julien shrugged, not hesitating to retort, "What do your traditions have to do with me? If I mean to hurt him, forget his family—I'll drag his dogs over too!"Seeing that Julien was so furious, Charlie decided to stop him, or he might actually go through with it."That's enough, J
Holding up a thumb at Charlie, Julien exclaimed in approval, "You're right, my friend! That's far more exciting than having him jailed!"Just hearing that he would be sent to a kennel, Jimmy knew nothing would come of it—even if he didn't know the details, it was so obvious that Julien was thrilled by the very idea!Turning nervously toward Charlie, he was sobbing as he asked, "Mr. Wade…? What's this about a kennel…?"Julien chuckled coolly even before Charlie said a word. "A kennel is where you keep dogs, of course. Though there are literal dogs and metaphorical dogs, and you are the latter."Oh, don't worry. It's a really nice place where you get your own cage, and you'll be fed every day. You don't even have to work, so just sit tight and keep eating until the day you die."Jimmy's soul left his body in that instant.He was going to be locked in a cage?! That was way worse than being locked up and sent to jail! Where was the humanity around here?!Even as the thought struck h
Matilda was actually caught off guard by Jimmy's pleas, and even Paul found it hard to watch.Turning to Charlie, he said, "Please, Mr. Wade—my uncle can be a little despicable, but he is my father's brother. Please, let him have a chance to turn over a new leaf, seeing that he's earnestly repenting."While Paul spoke with Charlie, Jimmy was still confused and wondered why Paul would plead his case with Charlie instead of Julien. If there was anyone Paul should ask, it was Yolden since he was Julien's friend. So, why would he ask some young man instead of Yolden?That was when Charlie asked in curiosity, "You want to let him off? After he tried to take away your parents' legacy?"Paul smiled awkwardly. "I mean, I know the guy. He made sure to travel all this way to make a scene because he had nothing legal that could help him claim Smith Group Corporate Law from us. Otherwise, he'd have already filed the lawsuit in the States. Sure, it's a dirty move, but that's basically a des
As Julien finished, he realized something was wrong and turned toward Charlie before he knew it.Charlie held his gaze in turn, his expression quizzical and amused.Julien cleared his throat right then. "See, there are people who can order me around, but they have my utmost respect. However, a third-rate lawyer like you? Who do you think you are?"That was when Julien's butler called, and he reported respectfully as soon as the call was answered, "Sir, I've spoken with Nate Ellis, the owner of Ares LLC. He has since agreed to fire Jimmy Smith right away as well as disbar him nationwide."Julien asked, "Good. Anything else?""Well, Mr. Ellis also delivered some documents that can be used as evidence against Jimmy Smith, which he claims is enough for a lifetime sentence. If you deem it necessary, we can have it sent to the FBI.""Yes, let's go with that!" Julien replied, his tone satisfied. "And ask the director to handle it personally—I want this prick to never set foot stateside
Jimmy was sweating profusely in fear, but he argued back before he knew it, "That's impossible! Everything you say is bullshit! Gaiman simply thought he had a fair chance of winning and didn't want to pay Ares that much, and I have no idea who he partnered with, and I'm certainly not involved. Don't you try to slander me!"Nate chuckled. "Come on, Jimmy. We're all adults here, so there are things we shouldn't have to be so direct about. Mills Gaiman and your old classmate met in private many times, not to mention the private conferences you three had in secret, discussing your overall strategy and decisive points. Just so you know, Gaiman recorded every conversation, and I have the tapes with me."Jimmy's heart was left pounding as he blurted, "B-Bullshit! That's impossible!""Grow up, Jimmy," Mr.Goodman chuckled. "Every partner in every law firm always strives to rise higher, so I'm going to need as much leverage as I can. Otherwise, I'm not about to let them advance any further, e
Although the ringtone and vibration frequency were the ones Jimmy always used, this call somehow felt more urgent, leaving him exceedingly uneasy.When it abruptly stopped and left a missed call on his log, Nate Ellis soon sent a text: [Answer your damn phone this instant!]Just seeing the text left Jimmy feeling like his throat had gone dry, and as he gulped, it felt like his throat was being ripped, leaving him hurting.Still, he couldn't care less as his boss called again.Having seen the text, Jimmy didn't hesitate this time and promptly answered, watching Julien's smug face as he started tentatively, "Y-Yes, boss...?"Nate immediately yelled at him hysterically, "What the hell did you do?! Why did the Rothschilds call to complain about you?! And the complaint was from their heir apparent, at that! I worked hard for them and always toed the line for years, and I still haven't gotten a chance to meet the man, so how the fuck did you upset him?!"Jimmy's heart sank to rock bott
Fuming, Jimmy snapped at Julien, "If you insist on playing it like that, I will call my boss, and you can talk to him yourself!"Julien chuckled. "That's unnecessary. I've never met him. He would never recognize my voice."Jimmy laughed and nodded despite himself. "Impressive—you can really come up with anything! You don't have his number because he's beneath you, you refuse to call him because he's beneath you, and when I say I'll call him for you, you say he won't recognize your voice. Well, how do you suppose we should sort this out? At least prove you're a Rothschild, or anyone could claim that they are—"Julien held up a hand to stop him. "Then, how about this? I'll ask my butler to talk to your boss."Jimmy laughed even more loudly as if it were the best joke ever. "Hahaha!!! Butler, you say?! You really know how to talk! Alright, I'll wait and see what your 'butler' can do… I mean, what you can do. We'll see whether my boss calls me!"Julien ignored him and whipped out his