“Don’t worry!” Merlin agreed without hesitation and blurted out, “I’ll tell you immediately if I discover anything!”After hanging up the phone, Merlin got someone to pull up Jordan’s entry records immediately. Ever since Jordan had entered the country from the VIP building, the number of people entering the country at the same time was scarce. So, Merlin quickly pulled out the entry information of more than twenty people at the same time.Amongst them, apart from Jordan, Kathleen, and Jarvis, there was only one other Oskian who had entered the country at the same time, and her name was Rosalie Schulz.When Merlin saw Rosalie’s name, his pupils suddenly constricted!He had never seen this woman before, but he had heard of her!Some time ago, Rosalie had led a group of people to exterminate the entire Matsumoto family in Japan, and she had even escaped under the heavy guard of the Japanese Self-Defence Force. Merlin had heard of her great name because this had incidentally caused
Christian was very dissatisfied with Ten Thousand Armies.The reason for this was because Ten Thousand Armies had made a move against the Wade family before, and they had even put the word out that they would destroy his brother-in-law, Curtis’ ashes. Christian was different from his brother, Kaeden. In Kaeden’s eyes, he only recognized his sister, Ashley, and his nephew, Charlie.This was mainly because Kaeden was younger. When Ashely had married Curtis, Kaeden was still in college, and he had had very little interaction with Curtis.However, Christian was different. He only had a two-year age gap with Ashley and so, he had had a lot of interactions and contact with Curtis. Deep down in his heart, he still had a certain recognition of Curtis as his brother-in-law. It was precisely because of this that Christian had mentioned this matter to Kaeden when he had heard that Ten Thousand Armies had brought coffins all the way to the Wade family. He had hoped that Kaeden could put som
“I remember.” Christian asked, “What’s wrong? Does this matter have anything to do with her?”Merlin smacked his lips and said seriously, “There is no evidence to show that it is related to her, but I keep feeling like there is a connection to her.”Christian didn’t say anything about how Quinn had delivered the medicine to his father tonight and saved his father’s life, but instead, he asked, “Why do you think that?”Merlin said, “I think that this girl is not that simple!”After saying that, he added, “Look, judging from Homer Fox’s exposure, the charity dinner that was held on the night of his disappearance was clearly set up for Quinn Golding. He definitely planned to kidnap Quinn Golding to satisfy his own perverted desires. However, as a result, Quinn Golding, who had come from afar, did not fall for his trap. Instead, Homer Fox, the mastermind, fell into a trap himself. Even the most powerful man would not be able to defeat a local tyrant, let alone a tyrant like Homer Fox.
Merlin’s words shook Christian. He began to question the rationality of the matter in his mind. After thinking about it, he came to the conclusion that Merlin was right.If this was just a coincidence, then Keith was more than just lucky. In fact, he was very blessed to be saved. Moreover, Quinn arrived at such perfect timing. Had she arrived ten minutes late, Keith would have suffered from cerebral hypoxia and died. By then, no one and nothing could save him.Plus, it was bizarre for her to suddenly fly and visit Los Angeles at the dead of the night.After all, the East Coast to the West Coast of the United States was more than four thousand kilometers, a distance much farther than Oskia’s northernmost Moncolne to the southernmost Hallan Island.It simply made absolutely no sense for Quinn to drop by for a sudden visit across such a long distance at night.Besides, Quinn had come to the United States for a long trip. If she wanted to come to visit, she could’ve arranged it either
Before Christian could reply, Merlin exclaimed excitedly, “Great! I finally found a clue! I’ll have someone check the airport’s information and surveillance to see how Quinn was able to receive news in such a short time!”Christian was startled. Slightly panicked, he urged, “Lammy, why don’t we stop here? Let’s not investigate any further.” Merlin was astonished. “Why? This is the only clue we have right now. I think my judgment must be correct. Keith’s illness was too sudden, so Quinn couldn’t possibly remove traces in time. But if she was given enough time, I bet the mastermind hiding behind would act strategically. We won’t even be able to find this clue!”He then asked, “Don’t you want to know how Quinn received news of Lord Acker’s illness?” Christian said hurriedly, “Lammy, it doesn’t matter. Whatever method she used to get the news, she doesn’t pose any harm to us. She’s not an enemy, but a savior. If she didn’t travel to get here to save Father, Father would’ve died.”Ch
Merlin’s subordinate understood very well the severity of the matter.The United States was a country with clear enforcement powers and restrictions. If the police tracked and investigated a public figure at will without their superior’s permission, it would cause negative public opinion once exposed.However, he was Merlin’s trusted subordinate. Thus, he obeyed Merlin and dared not delay his task. He immediately said, “I’ll look into it now, sir!” Merlin reminded, “Remember to keep it a secret. An unexpected discovery can affect the case’s conclusion!”The subordinate nodded. “Don’t worry, sir. I’ve been working for you for so many years. Don’t you know how I do things?”He then checked the time and said, “It’s already two in the morning. I’ll try to bring back the clues you want before nine the next morning!”Pleased, Merlin nodded in reply and said, “Thanks a lot.”After his subordinate left, a faint excitement grew in Merlin’s heart. He had been very depressed ever since Ho
Were they to receive merely life imprisonment as punishment for their crimes, everyone would be highly displeased.But now, the mysterious kidnapper had taken the initiative to kill the two sc*mbags without mercy. What could be better than this?As a result, people stopped calling the mysterious men mysterious kidnappers. Instead, they began to call them with flattering titles such as Gentleman Cambrioleur and praised them for their heroic acts.To the majority, Homer wouldn’t be punished if the mysterious group did not kidnap him and expose his crimes. Instead, he would only go on to hurting more innocent women.The kidnappers’ actions didn’t only stop his and his partner’s atrocities, but even went as far as sending the two to hell. The merit of their actions was therefore infinite.As the video became popular, the seven words in Oskian also went viral. As you sow, so shall you reap.The Americans who didn’t understand Oskian searched for the meaning of the phrase on the Intern
The subordinate’s report shook him. Merlin quickly asked, “What did you find?!”The subordinate immediately reported, “I discovered Quinn’s itinerary before she went to the airport yesterday. She was at the same place as you!”“What?!” Merlin was the inspector, and he knew what that meant. He jumped in shock and demanded, “When was that?!”The subordinate answered, “She went to the Fox family’s manor yesterday afternoon. After that, she went to a restaurant in Oskiatown. Not long after that, you went to the same restaurant with Mr. Acker!”“F*ck!” Merlin cursed. “That explains it!”Merlin was a little disappointed to hear that. He wanted to investigate Quinn more, hoping it could lead to the hidden mysterious figure protecting her.He also concluded that Quinn must have a strong intelligence network, since she was able to receive the news regarding Keith’s illness in such a short time.After listening to the subordinate’s report, he realized that it was just a coincidence and hi
Naturally, Jimmy couldn't care less about Julien's suggestion, even looking at him pointedly from head to toe while smirking in contempt, "What, do you think I'd just do what any nutjob tells me to do just because they're claiming to be the Rothschilds' heir apparent?"Julien nodded, still smiling. "Good point, but don't worry—it's the same whether you call him or he calls you."Jimmy laughed. "I was offering you a way out, but you want to keep pressing your luck? Since you don't care to back off, let's see how you're going to finish this fight."Then, he shrugged while pointing at Yolden. "Well, it's the perfect chance to measure Matilda's husband, I guess."Based on what he saw of Yolden, there was no way he would buy Julien's claims, and thus labeled him an impostor in his mind.An ordinary lecturer in Aurous Hill, being friends with the Rothschilds' heir apparent? Not to mention that there had been plenty of fraudulent cases outside the States where the Rothschild name was use
Jimmy was taken aback since he didn't recognize Julien at all, mainly because the Rothschilds had always kept out of the public eye.In fact, it was basically impossible to gather genuine information about the Rothschilds online, as it was a mix of press releases and gossip. Most online biographies would only be about the older generations or certain frivolous figures. Any information about key members like Steve would never be searchable online.Matilda was confused as well, not quite understanding who Julien was since he wasn't on the list of guests invited.Seeing that she was confused, Julien turned and smiled at Yolden, "So, Professor, shouldn't you introduce me to the bride?"Yolden finally remembered that and quickly nodded, "Sorry, it slipped my mind."Turning toward Matilda, he smiled, "Darling, this is Julien Rothschild… A friend of mine from the states…"Julien's full name left everyone within earshot gaping as the Rothschild name was way too famous across the globe.
Seeing that Jimmy was getting a little nervous, Charlie smiled and assured him, "Please, you have nothing to worry about. No one's going to do anything to you, but if you feel threatened in any way, you can call the cops. The Oskian emergency hotline is 110, by the way."Jimmy was slightly relieved as he could see that Charlie really wasn't trying to make things awkward for him, and he straightened his collar as he said, "Actually, I didn't mean to cause trouble—I'm pleased that Matilda has found true love once more, and if we can be friends, I can set aside my claim and stay for the rest of this wedding, offering the newlyweds our best wishes as a representative of my family."Still, his expression showed contempt as he turned toward Yolden. "Also, I'm really curious and looking forward to seeing what connections Professor Hart might have that you say could be better than Bill.""You'll see soon enough," Charlie smiled and nodded.Jimmy remained skeptical and scoffed, "I really do
If Charlie really did get Jimmy to stay, who knew what other rubbish Jimmy would spout.As for Jimmy, he was actually surprised Charlie was asking him to stay, and his instincts told him that Charlie definitely didn't mean well.Not only that, he was on foreign soil—wouldn't he be defenseless if Charlie called in his friends to beat him up?Hence, he shook his head without hesitation as he said, "I'm sorry, but my sister-in-law is quite keen for me to leave, so I have no reason to stay and add to her problems. And it is her big day. I can afford to let her save face instead of spilling the beans on her all at once.""Oh, but you were complaining about the lack of important people just now!" Charlie quickly interjected. "It just so happens that we have a big-shot on his way here, and he's a good friend of the groom. When I told him about you over the phone, he said to keep you here no matter what it took, since he would like to talk to you face to face."Jimmy frowned. "What, are y
And with those words, Jimmy turned to leave.Despite threatening Matilda, there was no such agreement, and he knew that Matilda was well aware of that.Regardless, the only strategy he had in mind when he came to Oskia was harassment. As such, he simply came up with a lie to make Matilda look bad in public. All it took from there was just for one person to relay what he had said—even if it were all lies, Matilda's character would still be called into question.He made himself very clear so that Matilda would understand that if she didn't give in, his family would keep hounding her to take their two pounds of flesh. Even if she wouldn't surrender the stateside estates and human resources of Smith Group Corporate Law, they would still claim a sizable chunk.But if that failed too, they would just have to destroy Matilda's reputation along with Smith Group Corporate Law.Either way, they were not letting her off easy!And reading that much from Jimmy's behavior, Matilda snapped co
Jimmy didn't expect Matilda to break down the share ownership of Smith Group Corporate Law to such detail, and he hollered as he was starting to feel embarrassed, "Now, you're just being irresponsible, Matilda. My father gave my brother a million to start the law firm in the first place, and they had agreed that the family would have a stake, albeit only at 49%, to not deny your decision-making as a startup. Or are you denying it?"Matilda immediately became furious and snapped, "Bullshit! That was just a loan of one million, and the agreed term was three years. However, your brother returned it in one! I even asked him to return the money with every single one of his siblings watching, since you might all get skeptical, yet suddenly, you're calling it an investment?""You said he's returned it? Well, what proof do you have?" Jimmy quickly shot back. "Our entire family can testify that the money hasn't come back to us!""So, this is how you're going to play it?" Matilda smirked. "Th
In the first place, Jimmy had come to Oskia to claim a stake in Smith Group Corporate Law, ideally strong-arming Paul and Matilda into splitting the firm in two, with Jimmy taking everything in the States while Paul kept what was left.The way Jimmy saw it, Paul and Matilda were going to be permanently residing in Oskia anyway. There was no way they could manage things over in another country properly, so it was basically returning the firm to the rightful owner.Naturally, Jimmy also knew that despite bearing the Smith family name, the success of Smith Group Corporate Law was all the work of Jimmy's brother and Matilda. Jimmy's father had helped to a certain extent, but that extent of financial support wouldn't amount to an investment at all. No judge in the world would support his claim to the law firm's shares.Therefore, when he learned that Matilda was remarrying, he thought he could seize the moment to cause a scene. Nothing could be better if she and Paul decided to sacrifice
Jimmy deliberately raised his voice as he said coolly, "Oh, but I didn't want to intervene. It's you and your mother who left the States in a split second, taking with you the law firm which bears the Smith family name. Don't you think such behavior is inappropriate?"Seeing the surprised reactions of the guests, Paul promptly retorted, "The law firm uses the Smith family name, but it is my parents' legacy! They worked blood and sweat to build it from the ground up, and as their only son, I have a veto when it comes to decisions. Or did we need your permission to move to Oskia?""Where's your conscience, Paul?" Jimmy pursed his lips. "Even if you don't know how Smith Group Corporate Law was founded, is that the case for you? It would have been a joke if it weren't for my father's connections!"Hell, it's no exaggeration that it was my father who fought to expand the law firm across America, and just using the family name means you're borrowing the family's influence. The family hono
The blonde man's voice drew everyone's attention in an instant.Despite his foreign appearance, he spoke Oskian fluently and walked with a haughty gait, almost as though he was above the rest.Paul's expression turned grim the instant he saw him, and he hurried over with Charlie.Still, before Paul could speak, Charlie stopped him, frowning at the man as he said, "Don't you think it's inappropriate to come slinging personal attacks at someone else's wedding?"The man clearly didn't know Charlie, and he wasn't worried, seeing that he was young.Snorting in disdain, he asked, "You must be from the groom's family, yes? Please tell him that he doesn't deserve my sister-in-law.""It's up to the happy couple to decide that," Charlie retorted quietly. "Deserving someone is no issue as long as they both love each other."The man pursed his lips and looked pointedly around him. "Just look at how simple this wedding is. Forget picking an unassuming city like Aurous Hill—is there a single