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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“I met him. Thought I’d give you a call. I can come over now if it’s convenient.”“If it’s too late, we can talk tomorrow.”“That’s fine—now works.”“Truth is, I’ve had your situation on my mind.”“If you’re coming, come now. We can talk properly.”“Alright. I’ll head over. Some things aren’t for the phone.”“Good. I’ll be here.”After a brief goodbye, Joseph started the car and drove to Blake Morgan’s residence.He knew the address.About thirty minutes later, he pulled up outside Blake’s villa.It was close to Morgan Group—ideal for Blake’s commute—so he lived here.Joseph got out, walked to the door, and rang the bell.Blake opened it shortly after.“Joseph, you’re here. Come in.”“Good evening, sir,” Joseph said politely.Inside, the villa was far larger than Alice’s place. Aside from Blake and a few staff who saw to his daily needs, it felt empty.“Let’s go upstairs—my study.”“Tea and talk.”Blake led the way.Soon, they were seated in the study.“Sit, please.”Blake had already
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After they said their goodbyes, Wayne Gutierrez left first.They didn’t even exchange contact information—unnecessary, and redundant besides.Once Wayne was gone, Joseph weighed the conversation.Nothing in Wayne’s words had sounded fabricated.And he had no need for theater.Real or not, it would have to be proven in time.After a brief moment of thought, Joseph headed back to the small conference room.Clarence Bennett was still there.Seeing Joseph reenter, he stood at once.“General Joseph, you’re back. Well? How did the talk go?”“Just a casual exchange. Envoy Gutierrez has already left.”“And please—call me Professor Wilson. I’m just a teacher now.”Joseph smiled faintly.“Fine by me. A title is the least of it.”Clarence chuckled.“You heard everything just now.”Joseph’s tone carried a shade of meaning.At that, Clarence’s expression shifted. He dropped to one knee with a thud.“Rest assured, General—if a single word of today ever leaks from me, I’ll answer for it with my head
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“I don’t know what General Joseph intends to do in the long run, but I do know what he needs right now.”“So, I’d like to propose a deal.”Wayne Gutierrez spoke without circling.“What do I need most at this moment?” Joseph asked.“Time.”“What you need most is time.”“And I want to put that on the table.”Wayne took a few measured steps.“I already have time,” Joseph said flatly.“You’ve won yourself some, yes—but not enough to be steady.”“You’ll need a long stretch. If you mean to accomplish anything, you require preparation, conditions, the right moment. Am I wrong?”“My father and I can move within the Central Council in Metropolis City, mediating and balancing, to secure you a stable environment—and the time you require.”Wayne laid it out.“And in return, what do you want from me?” Joseph asked.“My father often says: when the moon is full, it begins to wane; when a thing reaches its limit, it turns back.”“At present, the three Elders of the Central Council embody the interest
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“Professor Wilson?”“No—now it should be General Joseph.”At the sight of Joseph, Clarence Bennett froze. He hadn’t expected him to appear here, nor that the person Wayne Gutierrez had asked to meet would be Joseph.“Colonel Bennett. It’s been a while.”Joseph’s expression was composed as he nodded to Clarence.“And you must be Envoy Wayne Gutierrez.”Joseph turned to Wayne.“Major General Joseph, I’m Wayne Gutierrez. Your reputation doesn’t do you justice.”“Please—have a seat.”Wayne stepped forward, offering his hand. Joseph took it, firm and brief. Wayne then gestured to the chairs. Joseph sat.“You didn’t bring me here just to discuss Project 957, did you?” Joseph opened.“Project 957 is, for all intents and purposes, history. What more is there to say?”As Wayne spoke, he poured tea for Joseph.“Then there’s something else.”“Have I broken some law in Nova City? Is this an inquisition, Envoy?”Joseph’s tone was deliberately dry.“No.”Wayne shook his head.“Then what is it?”Jos
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Toby Cooper may have handed him an easy opening, but Joseph’s read on the play—and the follow?through—were still first-rate. Most people couldn’t make a decision that sharp, that fast.“Seems, old sir, you’ve already seen through everything.”Joseph smiled.“Hahaha, I wouldn’t go that far. What’s remarkable is that at your age you can anticipate the board, size up the moment, and act. That’s the rare skill.”“I’m an old man. If I see through your intentions, it’s only because I’ve lived long enough to recognize the pattern.”Blake Morgan laughed, genuinely pleased.“Well then, sir, if there’s nothing else, I’ll head back to campus.”“Work’s piled up lately—I’m a bit tied up.”Joseph checked the time and spoke.“Alright. I won’t keep you.”Blake Morgan stood as he said it.“Don’t say that, sir—you carved time out of a packed schedule to come here. If anyone’s in the way, it’s me getting in yours.”Joseph answered with easy modesty.“You’re always so polite,” Blake said, half helpless,
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After hanging up on old Mr. Morgan, Joseph returned to Alice and the others.“Mr. Morgan needs to see me—seems important. I have to step out; he’s already nearby,” he told them.“Go on, Joseph,” Alice said sweetly. “We’ll rest at Senior Mason Alvarez’s dorm.”“Okay,” Joseph nodded, and turned to leave.“Professor Wilson really is a busy man,” Mason Alvarez murmured.“He’s had a lot on his plate,” Heidi said, watching Joseph’s back as he walked away.“If Granddad came to campus, it must be for something serious,” Alice added.“Let him be. Come on,” Mason said breezily.The three of them left the dining hall.Ten minutes later, Joseph reached the café where Blake Morgan was waiting.Blake spotted him at the door and raised a hand. Joseph saw him at once and crossed the room.The place was quiet at this hour, and Blake had chosen a discreet table. As long as they kept their voices low, no one would overhear them.Besides, the real secret today wasn’t in what they said.“Sir,” Joseph gree
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