When Isaac saw that Charlie seemed to be acting indifferent toward this matter, Isaac could not help but say anxiously, “Young Master, even though Jaime’s mother and sister’s whereabouts are still unknown, he is still in the mood to pursue and go after Miss Quinn. This can only prove that he is a very heartless and ruthless person! It would truly be a huge injustice if a good girl like Miss Quinn actually gets deceived and falls for someone like him! In that case, Miss Quinn will not be the only one suffering a loss, but wouldn’t you be losing out a lot too?!”Charlie coughed twice before he said, “Don’t worry about it blindly anymore. I am already a married man. Nana has the freedom to choose the man she wants to be with. We do not have the right to worry about her at all.”After he was done speaking, Charlie could not help but feel a little uncomfortable deep inside.At the same time, Charlie was also surprised because he actually agreed with what Isaac had just said.As Isaac ha
Sheldon said, “According to the shipping department, it is because Schulz Group’s overseas reputation has declined too sharply recently. Therefore, we have failed to achieve the overall score that is needed. So, they need us to make some rectifications first. Before the rectification process is over, they will not allow us to continue our ocean shipping business for the time being.”Cadfan was shocked, and he said, “How can that be? Did they tell us how long we will need to rectify it?”Sheldon shook his head and said, “There is no time limit for the rectification process. They said that we should try to make the rectifications as soon as possible. After we are done, they will arrange for a review at their own time. If the review goes well, they will be able to restore our shipping license, then.”Cadfan yelled, “Aren’t they simply trampling over us when we are already at our lowest?! The fastest business our Schulz Group has developed in the past two years is the ocean shipping bus
“The Ito family?!”When Cadfan heard those words, he immediately cursed coldly, “D*mn it! That godd*mned Ito Yahiko is not worthy at all. When we were initially planning to choose between the Ito family and the Takahashi family back then, he only knew how to kiss ass and try to get into our good books all the time! Now that the Matsumoto and Takahashi family are done for, he has suddenly become so powerful! This is simply ridiculous!”The ocean shipping industry was one of the most profitable industries at the moment. If a large container ship were to run on a European or American route with a full load, one container freight would cost about twenty to thirty thousand dollars, and a single trip would already generate an income of at least tens of millions of dollars’ worth in freight.The Schulz family owned the largest transportation fleet in Oskia. As long as these ships were running, they would be able to generate extremely high profits. Therefore, this was definitely the core an
Sheldon said awkwardly, “Dad, Jaime has just gone to Aurous Hill. If we were to change our minds at this time, it will certainly be a huge blow to his enthusiasm. After all, he truly likes Quinn Golding very much.”“Hm…” Cadfan smacked his lips together before he said, “You can ask Jaime to continue trying to pursue Quinn Golding. At the same time, you can try to make an appointment with Ito Yahiko, or you can even try to make an appointment with Ito Nanako directly to see if they will agree to a face-to-face meeting with us. At most, we can give them a bigger share of the profits. As long as they are willing to establish a joint-venture with us and help us revitalize our business, we can give 20% of the total shares and profits from the joint-venture to them.”Sheldon nodded in agreement before he said, “Dad, I will talk to the Ito family first. If it is possible, I will try to make an appointment with them as soon as possible.”“Okay!”***At this time, Tokyo, Japan.It was a b
When Kurenai saw Nanako’s desperate attempt to cover up, Kurenai sighed before she said helplessly, “Miss Nanako, if I could put a mirror in front of you now, you would understand that you are truly the worst liar in this whole world!”Nanako’s face flushed red out of embarrassment at this time, and she immediately said in a faltering manner, “I am not… I really… I…”“Alright, alright…” Kurenai said helplessly, “Miss Nanako, I am just your assistant, so you don’t need to put in so much effort to lie to me. However, I hope that your acting will not be as bad when you are facing Charlie…”Nanako could not hide her embarrassment, and she said, “Sorry, Kurenai. I actually…”As she spoke, Nanako suddenly felt a little speechless. She sighed helplessly before she said, “Sigh. I don’t want to talk about it anymore. Thank you for your reminder. Please help me put Momotaro into the airbox and remember to feed it some water beforehand. We will be taking the helicopter to the airport in a sho
However, Kurenai also had her own concerns.She was worried that Nanako would enjoy herself too much and forget about everything else after she saw the man that she was in love with upon arriving in Aurous Hill.Many, especially capable and promising people, would often lose their morale and pursuit in life because of the person that they loved.Therefore, Kurenai was also afraid that Nanako would not want to return to Japan anymore after going to Aurous Hill.However, Kurenai did not dare to express her worry because she was afraid that she would leave a psychological hint on Nanako as soon as she said it. So, she said, “Miss Nanako, I will go and settle Momotaro down first. After that, I will come and meet you again when I am ready.”Nanako looked at the time before she said, “You don’t need to come and find me again. The helicopter will take off in twenty minutes. We can just meet on the tarmac.”“Okay, Miss Nanako! I will go over there first!”After Kurenai had left, Nanako’
Since Yahiko wanted to bring his loyal subordinate, Tanaka, and his sister, Emi, to Aurous Hill with him, Nanako hurriedly delayed the flight’s departure time. At the same time, she also canceled her plan to take a helicopter to the airport.It would not be comfortable and convenient for Yahiko and Hiroshi, who had had both of their legs amputated, to take a helicopter. So, Nanako rearranged for a fleet of cars to send them to the airport, and she also brought the assistants and servants that they needed with them to Aurous Hill. About ten of them headed to the Tokyo Airport by car.In order to take care of her father, Nanako shared the same car with Yahiko. As the car was making its way to the airport, Nanako was already excited.When Nanako thought about how she would be arriving in Aurous Hill where Charlie lived in a few hours, Nanako wanted to call him immediately and tell him about this news.However, Nanako did not want her purpose and intention for going to Aurous Hill to b
Kurenai began explaining in detail. “Miss Nanako, the Schulz family’s shipping license has been revoked because they caused a catastrophic event in Oskia. Now, they have a large number of transport ships that can only be anchored at the ports. They cannot make any profits at all. They intend to set up a joint venture company with us. However, we do not need to contribute anything to this partnership at all. We simply need to help them obtain the shipping license in Japan, and they will deal with everything else. They are also willing to give us 20% of the profits from the joint venture.”Nanako could not help but ask in surprise, “They are willing to give us 20% of the profits just like that?! Is the Schulz family truly that generous?”Kurenai said, “That is what Sheldon Schulz said over the phone. He also said that there is still room for discussion in terms of the specific proportions of the profits. I personally feel that the Schulz family will not have any opinions at all even if
Noticing Elaine's disappointment, Charlie quickly spoke up, "Honey, when are you coming back? Have you set a time?" Claire replied, "I plan to first finalize the project's documents and progress here as well as resolve any outstanding issues. If there's nothing else, I'll go back. If I can't finish today, it will probably be the day after tomorrow at the latest." "Have you checked the flights?" Charlie asked. "Are there any suitable flights for the day after tomorrow?" Claire replied, "Miss Fox suggested arranging her family's private jet to send me back, but I feel bad about it. A flight on a private jet costs over a million, and I can't let them spend that money." Elaine quickly interrupted, "Then just take a regular flight back and let her give you the money for the private jet. Convert it into a million!" Charlie hurriedly said, "They have plenty of planes. Even when they're not in use, they have to be maintained. The actual cost of flying one more trip isn't that high. B
Jacob and Elaine happened to be in the living room, so Charlie waved his phone at them and said, "Mom, Dad, it's Claire. I'll answer it here." The two stopped bickering instantly, and Charlie pressed the answer button. After the call was connected, Claire's beautiful face appeared on the phone screen. Seeing the background, Claire said in surprise, "Honey! You're home!" Charlie nodded. "I just got back today. Let me show you Mom and Dad." As he said that, he turned his phone around and pointed the front camera at Jacob and Elaine. Jacob asked worriedly, "Darling, when will you come back? I miss you!" Elaine interjected hastily, "Don't listen to your dad's nonsense. I miss you too, but it's a great opportunity that you're finally working with the Fox family in America. You must focus on your career. If you want, I can go over to take care of you!" "Mom, this is why I'm calling Charlie," Claire said with a smile. "I just finished the morning meeting with Miss Fox and the
Charlie responded with a smile, "Don't bother. I've already eaten." Jacob quickly stood up, walked over, and asked, "Why were you away for so many days this time?" Charlie answered, "The workload was a bit heavy this time. I visited several houses and factories, mainly because the client has strong financial power." "Wow!" Elaine exclaimed, very pleased, "A client with such strength must have paid quite a bit, right?" "Exactly." Charlie nodded and casually said, "This client was very generous with the payment. They even gave me an extra one million as travel expenses before I left." "My goodness!" Elaine shrieked. "One million just for travel expenses? What kind of godsent client is this?!" Jacob couldn't help but sigh, "Now, this is what it means to be rich. Giving an extra one million, that's just like a tip, right? They're really throwing money around like it's nothing!" At this point, Elaine seemed to remember something and quickly said, "I saw in the news that the yo
Charlie shook his head and replied, "I live in another building." As he said that, he pressed the button for the first floor in the elevator. The woman nodded slightly and said with a smile, "I thought you two were a couple. You look so well-matched." "No, no..." Nanako, feeling embarrassed, quickly replied, "Uh... We're just friends." The woman nodded and stopped teasing her. The elevator soon reached the first floor. Charlie bid farewell to the two women, got off the elevator, and walked toward the villa area. At this moment, he could never have imagined that the woman who had been in the same elevator with him was actually an underling of his biological mother. The reason she had returned a step ahead of him was also part of a carefully planned arrangement. Ashley was worried that Charlie might overthink things, so she had deliberately arranged for the woman to appear in front of him, allowing him to confirm that the woman was just an ordinary person who knew nothing a
Just as Charlie and Nanako were about to get out of the car, a female driver exited her car in the parking space diagonally opposite. After locking her car, she carried her bag and walked toward the elevator hall. When Nanako saw the woman, she turned to Charlie and said, "Charlie, that is the neighbor I mentioned. That day, I overheard her talking to a friend on the phone, and that's how I found out that Master Jeevika was coming to Aurous Hill." Charlie nodded slightly and smiled, saying, "It seems we should thank her when we get the chance. With just one phone call, she inadvertently helped you attain enlightenment." "Yes!" Nanako fully agreed with Charlie's point, saying, "If it weren't for her, I might not have had the chance to attain enlightenment." She then asked, "Do you want to meet Master Jeevika? Maybe he can give you some inspiration." Charlie shook his head. "My situation is special, so it's better to avoid meeting strangers who have already attained enlightenme
Due to the time difference, Charlie did not immediately call Kathleen. However, he believed that this matter was a piece of cake for her, so he planned to call her in the evening to discuss it and then start working on the follow-up plans. So, Charlie said to Nanako, "I think there's no need for you to continue practicing martial arts. Instead, why not come with me to the villa this afternoon and help me out? Once we're done, we can both head back to Thompson First." Without hesitation, Nanako nodded and said, "I'm all yours." She then asked, "Should I inform Master Howton of my departure?" Charlie waved his hand and said, "He must still be teaching. Let's talk to him privately later." "Okay." After that, Charlie and Nanako went to his villa halfway up the mountain. Once they got to the basement of the villa, Nanako was taken aback by the sight of a simple fluid-filling machine with many unused bottles and caps nearby. She asked, "Why do you have pharmaceutical equipment
With this thought in mind, Charlie silently decided to spend more time at the villa in the future, where he could focus on studying cultivation. Perhaps he might discover a breakthrough path based on his current foundation. However, the thought of Holly's family living in the villa next door posed a dilemma. If he went there every day to practice in seclusion, he would inevitably have to pass by Holly's house. Out of courtesy, it would be impossible not to greet them. But once he started exchanging pleasantries, his efficiency would naturally decrease. Moreover, it would eventually cause a misunderstanding if Nanako were to go there every day as well. Thus, Charlie felt an eagerness to find a new place for cultivation. After some thought, the lakeside mansion that Kathleen had purchased under the alias Kylie when she was in Aurous Hill came to mind. The Quinton family's villa, located in the Sonfo Valley far from the city, was nestled among mountains and waters, boasting exce
Nanako could also feel that the energy available for her to draw upon in her Sea of Consciousness had suddenly surged. Her sensory abilities, which had already improved significantly after achieving enlightenment, instantly leaped to an even higher level. The Reiki within her body became exceptionally abundant. With just a slight movement of her divine sense, the Reiki immediately dispersed from within her, making the entire office feel as if it was under her bird's-eye view, completely under her control. Moreover, this sense of control continued to extend outward. In just a short moment, eight nearby rooms also fell within her perception range. Charlie could sense the Reiki Nanako was releasing. Observing her closely, he noticed that her body was already brimming with Reiki, suggesting that it was no longer possible for her to continue taking the elixir. After a while, Nanako retracted the Reiki she had been using for perception and looked up at Charlie, saying, "Previously I co
Although Nanako had just attained enlightenment, she had already realized a critical problem: the Reiki available to her was very little, and there was almost no external channel for obtaining Reiki. For cultivators today, getting Reiki was the most difficult thing. There was no Reiki in the world, so the only external channels to obtain Reiki were elixirs, spiritual stones, or formations. If someone had a complete cultivation method, he could generate Reiki in his body by practicing the method, but for people like Charlie and Nanako who lacked such methods, this self-sufficient path was not feasible. Therefore, the small amount of Reiki that was generated in Nanako's body when she attained enlightenment was basically used up after she tried to sense Reiki. Charlie was slightly better than Nanako. The spiritual stones he accidentally obtained in the early days provided him with a lot of Reiki. Later, he relied on Cultivating Pills to barely make up for the gap in Reiki. Altho