Due to the limited time and overabundant intelligence clues to be verified, when Porter had inquired about these missing persons, they had only checked and verified the missing statuses of these people in the United States. However, they had not gone further to check the specific details of their disappearance nor the location of their disappearance. However, Charlie was keenly aware of the strange situation and felt that it was not normal for Brienne’s son to head to Mexico at this time.Therefore, he subconsciously felt that the previous people who had gone missing and whose whereabouts were unknown were most likely related to Mexico. Porter’s efficiency was also very fast. In a short period of time, he read these missing people’s files in detail and then said to Charlie in amazement, “Mr. Wade, all these people disappeared in Mexico.”Charlie’s eyes brightened up, and he quickly asked, “Look up where they disappeared in Mexico and who was the last person they came into conta
Almost all of them were armed to the teeth, so the government and police simply could not do anything to them. Not only that, but the crime syndicates in Mexico had also kidnapped and assassinated countless politicians in the country, and they had long infiltrated the military and political system so that the criminal syndicates were at the top of the food chain in Mexico.The criminal syndicate did not take their country’s army or police nor even the police in the United States and Canada as well as the FBI seriously at all.This was because no one could control the criminal syndicates in Mexico unless it was a larger criminal syndicate. Therefore, it was difficult for the American police to investigate the case in depth when these Americans disappeared in Mexico. So, they would ultimately become unresolved cases. When Porter reported this information to Charlie, Charlie could not help but mutter to himself, “It’s strange. I can understand if they tricked people into going to
When Porter heard Charlie’s instruction, he replied without any hesitation, “Don’t worry, Mr. Wade. I will dispatch the strongest elite soldiers from Ten Thousand Armies to Mexico immediately. When the time comes, they will rush forward as long as you give the order!” “Okay!” Charlie’s tone was full of majesty, and he said loudly, “Tell the soldiers that I will give them credit when this matter is completed! At that time, we will hold a celebration feast in Mexico, and I will make sure all of their strength moves further forward!” Charlie had long had the intention to continue improving Ten Thousand Armies’ overall strength. Now that he had raised a large amount of funds for Ten Thousand Armies, the next thing he would have to do was to improve the combat effectiveness of the soldiers from Ten Thousand Armies. Right now, the best solution would be for him to raise their cultivation level.For most of the soldiers, there was no need for a whole Healing Pill as even a third or a
Meanwhile, in Bedford Hills Correctional Facility. After Elaine had enjoyed the full body massage by seven to eight people, she felt so comfortable, and she felt as if she was in a trance.It was only the domineering Chloe from before who was feeling miserable.She began massaging the feet of everyone in the cell, one after the other, according to Elaine’s request. By the time the prison lights were turned off, she had only massaged four to five people.When Elaine saw that it was time to go to bed, she said to Chloe coldly, “You’d better continue massaging everyone’s feet until tomorrow morning. See if I’ll beat you to death if you dare to be lazy!”Chloe cried and nodded as she choked up and said, “I understand... I won’t be lazy...”Elaine snorted and then pointed at her wet bed as she said coldly, “This is your masterpiece, so you will sleep on this bed from now on, and I will sleep on your bed.” Chloe did not dare to say anything else and quickly said, “Okay, Miss Elain
That night, Chloe could only go back and forth between the bathroom and each single bed. She had to give everyone in the cell a foot massage for at least half an hour according to Elaine’s requirement.Not to mention going without sleep tonight, but Chloe might not even have any spare time during the day tomorrow.As for her former subordinates, they could only be forced to toss and turn on the wet bed. They did not dare to lie in one position for too long as their bodies simply could not be in contact with the wet bed for too long because their bodies would become cold and painful.Therefore, the only thing they could do was to keep rolling on their beds as if they were sausages placed on the grill that were constantly being rotated and roasted. Surprisingly, Elaine, who had finally become the boss did not sleep either.Early the next morning, Elaine, who had not slept all night, looked more energetic compared to anyone else in the cell.When she got up from bed, Chloe was st
When Charlie had help, he would also have to take care of the other party, which was far less handy compared to him being alone.What’s more, Charlie planned to infiltrate the enemy’s base on this trip to Mexico by himself. He was going to pretend to be weak and fragile despite actually being powerful, and with Kathleen around, he was bound to have to practice extreme caution.Kathleen had initially not known what exactly Charlie planned to do in Mexico. When she heard that Charlie was going to take the place of the potential victim and sneak into the opponent’s death trap, she knew that she would not bring any positive effect aside from holding Charlie back if she followed him.So, she could only give up resentfully. When the car stopped at the entrance of the airport, Charlie said to Kathleen, “You have a special status, so don’t get out of the car.”Kathleen hurriedly said, “Pay attention to your safety then, Mr. Wade!” Charlie nodded gently, and after saying goodbye to he
Hugo’s expression was obviously a little unnatural when work was mentioned.To be exact, he was proud of his status as a student who had been sponsored by the government, but he suddenly had low self-esteem when he mentioned that he was going to Mexico to work.Charlie was keenly aware of his changes. Combined with the fact that he had been changing jobs continuously for many years and that his income was getting lower and lower before he was unemployed for more than a year, Charlie could guess that he was only going to Mexico this time because he was helpless and had no other choice.So, he sighed softly and said, “I think that you were also helpless when you decided to go to Mexico to work, right? In truth, I’m just like you. I wouldn’t want to go to Mexico unless it was my last resort.”Hugo asked him curiously, “What are you going to do in Mexico?”Charlie said casually, “I don’t know what I can do after I go there, but my visa in the United States is about to expire. I origin
They were truly somewhat fated, then.Therefore, Hugo showed a sincere smile that he rarely showed and hurriedly said, “Oh, we are indeed fated! Come, come, sit down!”Charlie nodded. After putting his suitcase away, he sat down next to Hugo and said with a smile, “It seems that there will be someone I can chat with on this journey, then.”Hugo also did not continue guarding against Charlie and asked him curiously, “By the way, do you have any acquaintances you’ll be meeting up with after you reach Mexico?”Charlie laughed casually and said, “I don’t have any acquaintances there. I’ll simply hang around and see if there is any suitable business I can do. I will go back to Oskia if there’s nothing I can do here.”Hugo asked curiously, “Aren’t you afraid that your creditors will look for you if you go back?”Charlie waved his hand and said, “Oskia is a big place. When the time comes, I’ll find a place to settle down. Perhaps I will have a chance to turn things around and rise again
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