2024-09-15 17:21:24"Hello? Brother-in-law? Is that you, brother-in-law?" Upon discovering that the call had connected, Heidi's anxious voice came from the other end.
"Um... Heidi, it's me, Joseph," Joseph calmly replied.
"Brother-in-law, what are you doing? Such a grown man, not answering calls, not replying to messages, disappearing for an entire day. Do you know how worried I was about you?"
"I called many neighbors and relatives, and they all said they hadn't seen you. I was so anxious that I was about to call the police."
"Do you have any idea how concerned I was that you might have jumped into the river in despair?"
"..."
Without letting Joseph say much, Heidi started scolding him.
Hearing all this, Joseph could only smile helplessly.
After thoroughly reprimanding Joseph, Heidi finally stopped, feeling much more at ease.
"Are you done?" Joseph asked with a smile.
"I'm done. Don't do this again next time. And I'm serious, don't think of doing anything rash," Heidi continued.
"I just didn't have my phone with me temporarily, so I couldn't answer the calls. I've been cooking this whole time," Joseph felt it necessary to explain.
"Whew... Speaking of eating, I haven't eaten yet. I'm starving to death," upon mentioning this, Heidi sounded so aggrieved that she was about to cry. When Joseph was around, he never let her go hungry. Today, with Joseph gone for just one day, she was already starving.
"What's going on? It's already almost 9 o'clock. Hasn't dinner been prepared at home?" Joseph asked casually.
"Brother-in-law, you have no idea. My dad's cooking skills are so bad that even dogs wouldn't eat what he makes," Heidi said.
"Of course, if my mom cooks, it's even more terrifying."
"The things they make are simply inedible. I took a bite and completely lost my appetite. I can only eat instant noodles now," when it came to food, Heidi rambled on and on.
"Before I left at noon, I put some prepared dishes in the second layer of the living room fridge. There are vegetables, meat, and even a steak. You can take them out and eat. It's enough for one meal."
"When your dad was cooking, he probably didn't open the living room fridge, so he didn't see the food inside," Joseph said offhandedly.
"Ah? Really?" Hearing this, Heidi was overjoyed.
"Go take a look, and you'll know. Just heat it up, and it'll be ready to eat," Joseph said with a smile.
"I'll go check," Heidi immediately took a bowl and chopsticks from the kitchen and hurried to the living room. She opened the second layer of the fridge and found that there were indeed five or six dishes inside, including her favorite cumin lamb chops. Heidi instantly had tears in her eyes.
"Whew, it's really here. Brother-in-law, you're truly too kind. You're the best brother-in-law in the world," Heidi directly took action, scooping a large portion of the lamb chops into her bowl, and secretly returned to her room.
Back in her room, she started eating.
"Wow, it smells so good. My dad's cooking skills can't even compare to yours," Heidi couldn't stop praising.
"Be careful eating it cold. You might get an upset stomach," Joseph reminded her helplessly.
"I can't be bothered about that now. I'm starving. Without you, I really don't even have food to eat," Heidi said.
"Brother-in-law, I miss you. I don't know how I'll live in the future. Do I have to eat out every day?"
"Brother-in-law, where are you staying now? Should I move in with you? That way, I can eat your cooking every day."
"..."
Heidi kept talking while eating.
"Right now, I'm staying at a friend's place. I don't have money to rent a place. When I have money, I'll see if I want to rent a house," Joseph said casually.
"Ah? Is that so? Then can I come over and freeload meals? I can pay for my share of the food. I have pocket money," Heidi said.
"Oh, right. Brother-in-law, you must be short on money now. I'll transfer some to you later."
"When you have money to rent a house in the future, I'll move in with you."
"By the way, about you and my sister getting divorced, don't be too sad. There are plenty of good women in this world. If my sister doesn't want you, it's her loss. One day, she'll regret it."
"If you really can't take it, I'll marry you in my sister's place. She doesn't cherish you, but I do," Heidi's words became more and more unrestrained.
*Pfft!* Joseph, who had just poured himself a glass of water and taken a sip, spat it out upon hearing Heidi's shocking statement.
"What do you mean by marrying me in your sister's place? Don't talk nonsense, okay? Can such a thing even be substituted?"
"Are you trying to sell yourself to me for a mouthful of food?" Joseph almost collapsed on the spot. This girl's way of thinking was truly bizarre.
"What's wrong with that? What's wrong with doing it for a mouthful of food? You're much better than those hypocritical jerks. Brother-in-law, why don't you consider it?"
"I'm very easy to support. As long as I have food to eat, it's enough. My monthly allowance is also not bad, but I never buy branded clothes or makeup. I basically spend very little each month," Heidi said solemnly.
"Stop talking nonsense. Eat your food properly. Don't you have school tomorrow?" Joseph laughed, not taking Heidi's words to heart at all.
"I do! Whew... In the future, no one will drive me to school, and no one will cook for me! When I'm sick, there won't even be anyone to buy medicine for me," upon mentioning school, Heidi immediately became sorrowful.
"Alright, you're an adult now. You need to learn to take care of yourself. If your stomach feels uncomfortable after eating cold food, there's medicine in the medicine box in the living room. I've written clear instructions on how to use the medicine," Joseph took the opportunity to remind her again.
"You're still the most considerate one, brother-in-law. You're such a good person, the best," Heidi felt touched in her heart. It was difficult to find another man in this world who was so meticulous and caring.
"If there's nothing else, I'll hang up now," Joseph saw that they had been chatting for quite a while.
"Wait, brother-in-law. Have you figured out what work you'll do in the future? Is there anything I can help with regarding work?" Heidi suddenly asked.
"As for work, my friend should have arranged it for me," Joseph scratched his head, a bit uncertain.
"What do you mean by 'should have arranged'? Has it been arranged or not? What kind of work has your friend arranged for you?" Heidi was a bit exasperated upon hearing these vague words.
"If there are no issues, I should be going to work as a teacher," Joseph answered with some uncertainty.
"A teacher? An elementary school teacher? Or a kindergarten teacher? If it's an elementary school teacher, that's okay. Although the pay isn't high, it's stable," Heidi said knowledgeably.
"Not an elementary school teacher. A teacher at Nova University," Joseph explained.
"What? A teacher at Nova University?" Upon hearing Joseph's words, Heidi was startled. She suspected that she had misheard or that Joseph had made a mistake.
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“To accomplish something truly great, we need the support of many forces.”“The master of Mystic Medical Valley is an old friend of the General. For the General to entrust his youngest grandson to them speaks volumes about the level of trust involved.”“Moreover, Mystic Medical Valley itself is a formidable power. If we can secure their support, it would be immensely beneficial to me.”Neil Foster pondered for a moment before speaking.“When do you think would be an appropriate time for me to visit Mystic Medical Valley?”Joseph asked.“At the very least, now is not the right moment. And the young master cannot leave Nova City just yet.”“The most pressing priority is to neutralize this assassination attempt against the Morgan family’s eldest granddaughter.”“Otherwise, the forces targeting Miss Alice today will turn their sights on us tomorrow. Facing so many top-tier assassins, we would be hard-pressed to cope.”Neil Foster continued.“I agree with Old Foster. We should first deal w
Chapter 817
Hearing Joseph’s question, Neil Foster and Brian Adams exchanged a glance, as though communicating silently.“My master has been gone for so long. There’s nothing I can’t know anymore,” Joseph said coldly. “If you know something, then say it.”“I won’t be like I was back then—driven mad, repeatedly risking my life, sneaking into Metropolis City just to assassinate their people.”“Killing their lackeys is meaningless. If we’re going to kill, then we kill the rot at its source—the corrupt scholars in the Central Council. We raise a million troops and wipe out every last one of those traitors who sold out the nation.”Joseph remained lying on the floor, his gaze fixed on the white dove plush in his hand.“At the time, both you and the General were gravely wounded,” Neil Foster began. “But your injuries were far more severe. Faced with the choice between saving you and saving himself, the General chose you. His own treatment was delayed.”“Moreover, to save you, he used his own lifeblood
Chapter 816
Suddenly, something came to him. He hurriedly returned to the box and began searching through it. Blood dripped from his hands onto the photographs, and those once-happy smiles were inevitably stained crimson.After rummaging for a while, he finally pulled out a document from the very bottom of the box. On its cover was the emblem of a dove.Pressed beneath the document was a small doll—a white dove plush.He picked up the toy and examined it.The moment he saw the white dove, an even more violent wave of memories surged into Joseph’s mind.Pain—excruciating pain!“Ahhh—!”Clutching his head, he screamed in agony. The cry reached its peak before his strength finally gave out. He fell backward onto the floor and blacked out, consciousness slipping away entirely.Outside the room, Neil Foster and Brian Adams stood waiting. Listening to the heart-rending screams from within, their expressions grew grave.They understood all too well that for Joseph, physical pain was secondary. The true
Chapter 815
“No matter what, I’m prepared to bear it,” Joseph said softly. “If I spend my life running away, my heart will never know peace.”“I’m going to open this box—to reclaim my destiny, to rediscover my purpose, and to take back everything I’ve lost.”A faint smile crossed his face as he spoke.“Very well,” Neil Foster exhaled. “Since you’ve made your decision, I won’t say anything more.”“Old Adams, let’s step outside. He should go through this alone.”Brian Adams nodded and followed Neil Foster toward the door.After taking a few steps, however, Brian Adams stopped and turned back.“Young Master, so many years have passed. You must change as well. You’re no longer the inexperienced boy you once were.”“I believe you can steady yourself and begin making plans for the long road ahead.”His expression was cold as he spoke to Joseph.“I know,” Joseph replied, nodding.“Then I’ll take my leave.”Brian Adams inclined his head slightly and left the room, closing the door behind him.Once they w
Chapter 814
Before long, gunfire and screams rose from beneath the ship. The once-azure sea was stained with blood, a crimson bloom spreading slowly across the water.The ship sailed away, leaving behind only a solitary enforcement vessel. Bodies drifted on the surface, abandoned to the waves.Predators of the open sea, near and far, seemed to catch the scent of blood. Drawn by it, they soon arrived, and the floating corpses were devoured in short order.At the same time, Elysia’s borders erupted with sudden incursions. At multiple strategic entry points, small-scale skirmishes broke out. Most of the intruders came alone, yet each possessed terrifying combat prowess.Even so, casualties were suffered on both sides.Beyond these, there were also large, organized border crossings. Some forces fought their way in, others slipped across in secrecy, but most avoided prolonged entanglements with the border troops, as though their sole objective was simply to enter Elysian territory.As for why they had
Chapter 813
“Director Foster, should I say something?”After Joseph logged into the page, he asked.“You can say something if you like. But even if you say nothing, the moment your account lights up, they’ll know you’re back.”“You haven’t logged into this account for years. They all thought you were dead.”Neil Foster replied patiently.“I’d better say something,” Joseph said after a moment’s thought. “Otherwise, they’ll really believe I’m dead.”With that, he fell silent, carefully organizing his words.“All right. Young Master, say whatever you wish.”After speaking, Neil Foster said nothing more.At the very same moment, in Dreadmoor, in the capital city—A man dressed in traditional Dreadmoor attire, a narrow mustache beneath his nose, sat upon an enormous dragon-headed throne.Just then, another man entered in a hurry. He was also dressed in traditional clothing, a long saber strapped at his waist.“Downwell, that man has returned.”The saber-bearer spoke gravely, in the harsh tongue of Dre
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