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"Is it me? Am I just not attractive enough? Is that why he wasn’t interested, even when I was practically throwing myself at him?"The thought left her strangely annoyed. She grabbed her phone and sent Joseph another message."You know what? Forget lunch. I’ll feed it to the dogs instead."Joseph stared at the message, his face a mix of exasperation and amusement. He sent back a string of question marks, his way of expressing his bewilderment at Mason’s antics."What’s with all the question marks? Are you reflecting on your behavior?" Mason fired back almost instantly.Joseph shook his head, chuckling to himself. This woman really had a knack for saying the most outrageous things."I’ll wait for you in the office," Joseph replied simply to Mason Alvarez’s message."Wait for what? I already told you, your lunch has been thrown away," Mason shot back."You didn’t throw it away," Joseph replied confidently."Then starve for all I care!" Mason retorted.Joseph didn’t bother responding fur
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"How did you even come to that conclusion?" Joseph asked, his tone laced with disbelief."It’s not impossible," Mason quipped. "Your little girlfriend already said she’d share you with me. She’s willing to give me half of you.""Are you out of your mind? I’m a person, not an object. How can you take half of me?" Joseph said, completely exasperated."Hey, it wasn’t my idea. It was your little girlfriend’s suggestion," Mason said with an innocent shrug."She might’ve said it, but I didn’t agree," Joseph replied, giving her a pointed look."Wow, talk about double standards. Sure, she’s your little girlfriend, but do you have to be so blatantly biased? It’s unfair," Mason said, feigning jealousy."What little girlfriend? Don’t say things like that," Joseph said, shaking his head in exasperation."Whatever. I already talked to her, and she agreed. If I need you, I can borrow you. Once I’m done, I’ll return you to her," Mason said with a devil-may-care attitude."Borrow me? For what exactly
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"Greed is human nature," her grandmother replied meaningfully.As they chatted, one dish after another was brought to the table, filling it to the brim. Tonight’s dinner was indeed a feast."Grandma, could we have the servants leave while we eat? I’d like to have a simple family dinner with just you," Heidi said after a moment’s thought."Of course," the old woman agreed after a brief pause, sensing that Heidi had something on her mind. She turned to the servants and said, "You’re all dismissed. Miss Heidi will keep me company tonight."The servants quickly complied, leaving the hall one by one. Her grandmother even walked to the door herself to close it, her movements deliberate. Watching her, Heidi felt a slight tug at her heart. It seemed her grandmother had already guessed that she had something important to say."Come, sit down. Let’s eat first. I made all your favorites," her grandmother said warmly, placing a few pieces of food on Heidi’s plate. "The food at home must not be ve
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"Silly girl. Haven’t I made myself clear?""Publicly, we’ll say that I simply wanted his lotus seed soup—that’s why he’s coming.""If you claim he’s here to treat your grandfather, he might not be allowed in. In this household, you and I want the old man to wake up.""But others? They may not.""Right now, they’re all scheming and maneuvering in the shadows. But if your grandfather wakes up, will they still dare?"The old lady sighed, her voice tinged with weariness.Heidi listened, then glanced at the closed door, suddenly understanding why her grandmother had made sure to shut it."Grandma, you believe in him too, don’t you?"Heidi asked again."Strictly speaking, I believe in your grandfather first, and Joseph second.""Your grandfather arranged for your sister to marry him—he must have had a long-term vision for it.""Your grandfather is a proud man, yet his attitude toward Joseph carried a trace of admiration.""And a man's admiration for another man cannot be feigned."The old l
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Dinner stretched into the evening, lasting until after seven. Afterward, Heidi lingered at the Cooper family estate, chatting with her grandmother and watching television.By the time she finally left, it was close to ten. She got into the car, reaching her apartment complex just before eleven.As she stepped out of the car and began walking home, she took out her phone and called Joseph.The call connected quickly."Hello? Joseph, are you still awake?"Heidi asked casually."No. How did things go?"Joseph’s voice came through the phone."No issues. Grandma supports you. The time is set for two in the afternoon—you can come a little earlier.""She also asked me to tell you she’s craving your chilled lotus seed soup. She wants to know if you can bring some for her."Heidi relayed the message directly.There was a brief pause before Joseph responded."Alright, I understand.""Joseph, I’ll be there too. I can’t just let you go alone. Let’s set a time and head over together."Heidi sugges
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"I wouldn’t call them insights, just some theories I came across in medical literature that might be relevant to the case.""Old Mr. Cooper’s condition is essentially a state of systemic pseudo-death. His organs have entered a state of dormancy that is incredibly difficult to break.""A standard medical examination would show normal readings, yet in reality, his vital organs have completely shut down. No medical equipment can detect any abnormalities."Leonard Sanchez elaborated."You’re not wrong. That’s more or less the case."Joseph nodded."I’ve studied many medical records on similar cases, and one particular theory stood out to me. There are historical accounts of people being induced into a state of pseudo-death through special techniques.""This was done either to extend the patient’s lifespan or as a form of medical treatment."Leonard Sanchez continued."Perhaps Old Mr. Cooper’s condition is something similar."Joseph mused with a slight smile."Wilson, do you really believe
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"Then make sure to prepare well. Tomorrow, I’ll be watching you closely."Leonard Sanchez reminded him.After bidding farewell, Joseph left the office.The distance between Leonard Sanchez’s office and Joseph’s own was short, and soon, he was back in his workspace.Inside, Felix Baker, Brady Rogers, and Mason Alvarez were all present.Joseph walked in, greeting Felix Baker and Brady Rogers with a smile. However, Mason Alvarez merely shot him a glare, leaving Joseph speechless.Settling into his seat, Joseph spent about ten minutes wrapping up some unfinished work."Professor Baker, Professor Rogers, I’m done for the day. Since I have no afternoon classes, I’ll be heading out now. Time to enjoy my weekend. See you next week."Joseph said casually."Professor Wilson’s schedule is enviable—getting an extra half-day of rest just like that."Felix Baker teased."Well, Professor Wilson is still in his adjustment phase. The principal and Professor Sanchez didn’t assign him too heavy a worklo
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Joseph rolled his eyes. "Oh please, I still have your lipstick all over my mouth. How do you expect me to walk around like this?""Ugh, here, wipe it off," Mason Alvarez muttered, handing him a wet wipe. With the heat of the moment fading, she recalled how Joseph had shielded her from falling. At least for that, she decided to let the argument slide.Joseph took the wipe and started scrubbing his lips as he headed downstairs.Yet, the lipstick stain was stubborn, refusing to come off completely.Seeing him leave, Mason Alvarez hurried after him.Just as the two reached the ground floor, the elevator doors slid open, revealing Felix Baker and Brady Rogers stepping out."Professor Wilson, what a coincidence. The elevator was empty the whole time—you two sure have great timing," Felix Baker remarked casually. But inwardly, he found it odd. They had taken quite a while to come downstairs. He chose not to press the issue, though.Brady Rogers, however, had a knowing glint in his eyes. His
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After leaving the night market, Joseph and Mason Alvarez strolled down a quiet street. It was still a bit of a walk back to where they had parked. They had wandered quite far without realizing it."Mr. Wilson, are you out of your mind? That guy was throwing questions at you left and right—didn't that strike you as suspicious? How could you just share your personal information with a total stranger?""Especially things like your phone number, ID number, and other personal details—you should never reveal those to anyone.""These days, society’s a mess. Who knows what someone might do with that kind of information?"Mason walked steadily along the road, speaking in a casual tone."I know," Joseph replied with a nod."Then why did you do it?"Mason shot him a disbelieving look."Because I didn’t think he was a bad person. He had this air about him—stern, principled. He said he was a soldier, fresh off the battlefield."Joseph smiled faintly as he spoke."You can sense someone’s aura? He
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“Nothing really,” Clarence Bennett said, scratching his head with a sheepish smile. “Just saw a familiar face and wanted to say hi.”“But you seemed like you were in a hurry, as if something important was going on,” Joseph replied with a faint smile.“Did I?” Clarence chuckled awkwardly. “You two were walking so fast, I could barely keep up.”Joseph raised an eyebrow, clearly unconvinced.“To be honest, Mr. Wilson, you remind me of someone I used to know.”“You remember last time, I asked if you had any military experience?”“I remember,” Joseph said calmly. “And I already answered that question.”“Maybe I was just hoping too much,” Clarence admitted. “You’re just so much like him. But how could someone forget whether they served or not?”“I’ve forgotten a lot of things. Much of my past is just... blank.”Joseph’s tone was light, but distant.“You know, you’re really nosy,” Mason Alvarez suddenly cut in, her voice sharp. “Mr. Wilson clearly isn’t that close to you, yet you keep asking
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Joseph’s dart shot through the air like a streak of silver light.Thud!With a sharp snap, it embedded itself deep into the spinning wheel. The moment it struck, the wheel froze in place.The dart had landed precisely in the red zone.The crowd around the stall gasped, stunned into silence.“Boss, does that mean I get to take the bunny home now?” Joseph asked with a grin.“This... this can’t be real…” the vendor stammered, momentarily speechless.“Was that really a bullseye? Am I seeing things?”“No, you’re not. He nailed it—one shot, dead center.”“My God… are there really men in this world who are that accurate?”The onlookers were in complete disbelief. To say he’d do it in one throw—and then actually do it? It was surreal.“Mr. Wilson, did you really hit it with just one dart?” Mason Alvarez rubbed her eyes, still unable to believe it.“What do you think?” Joseph replied, clearly amused by her expression.“If I’m not hallucinating, then yes… one dart. You nailed it.” Mason shook h
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Before long, the table was covered with dishes.In truth, Mason Alvarez had already eaten quite a bit earlier, snacking on all sorts of things. Now, she only picked at a few bites before deciding she’d had enough. After about half an hour, she asked the waiter to pack up the remaining food for Joseph to take home.“Mr. Wilson, your car’s parked near the plaza, right? How about we walk back through the pedestrian street?”Mason suggested casually.“What else would we do, call a cab for five minutes of walking?” Joseph shot her a look.“Then let’s take it slow. It’s still early, and this area isn’t far from where your little sweetheart and I both live.”Mason skipped ahead with a cheerful grin.It was peak night market hours and the pedestrian street was bustling with people. Stalls lined both sides, offering every kind of street food imaginable.Mason wandered from one to the next, her eyes lighting up at every new snack.“Mr. Wilson, look! There’s a dart game over there. Let’s go play
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“Huh? What did you say? Joseph can play the piano? How come I didn’t know that?”Alice’s voice was filled with genuine surprise.“You didn’t know either?”Mason Alvarez was equally taken aback. Joseph might have forgotten things, but Alice—his childhood friend—surely wouldn’t be unaware.After all, the two of them had grown up together.“Nope, I had no idea! But honestly, Joseph knows so many things, it wouldn’t surprise me if he could do anything.”“And he’s always been so low-key. Unless absolutely necessary, he never shows off his talents.”“Ugh, this Butterfly Lovers performance was so beautiful... and he’s never played a single note for me!” Alice grumbled, clearly annoyed.“The concert’s almost over. You’ll be getting your man back soon,” Mason quickly replied.“You better be right. [Bored.jpg]”Alice sent back a curt message, and Mason didn’t reply further.Just then, a waiter finally arrived with hot water. Joseph took a few sips and felt much better.“Mr. Wilson, it’s almost
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"Thank you for the offer, Mr. Zasit," Joseph said with a faint, bitter smile, "but I’m afraid I must decline.""I have a deep love for music, but the piano is only a hobby for me. I’ve never intended to pursue it as a lifelong career."The host translated Joseph’s response in real time, and Zasit’s face registered visible shock."Oh! What a pity," Zasit exclaimed, stunned. "You possess extraordinary talent. You should be shining on the world's grandest stages."He was clearly taken aback. It was hard for him to imagine anyone turning down his invitation."Is he insane? Do you know how many musicians would kill for such an opportunity?""If Zasit ever recognized me, I'd probably laugh myself awake from the dream.""Still, I suppose Mr. Wilson has earned the right to choose. If Zasit himself calls him gifted beyond compare, how many people in this world could match that praise?"The crowd buzzed with astonishment and admiration.“My performance is over, and I’ve done what I came here to
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“Mr. Zasit met the love of his life when they were just sixteen. At the time, he was penniless but hopelessly devoted to music.”“She supported his dream unconditionally. To make ends meet, she worked tirelessly, taking on odd jobs just to feed him.”“But when he finally achieved fame and success, tragedy struck—she fell gravely ill and passed away in his arms. He watched helplessly as the light faded from her eyes.”“Mr. Wilson’s music stirred memories long buried deep within him, transporting him back to those difficult yet beautiful days. For a fleeting moment, he saw her radiant smile again.”“That’s why he lost control of his emotions. He asked me to express his sincerest apologies to everyone here.”With those words, the host concluded Zasit’s story and bowed respectfully to the audience.The hall erupted once more in thunderous applause.Off to the side, Lewis Craig stood frozen, his face contorted in embarrassment. He gritted his teeth.What the hell just happened? How is this
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Joseph didn’t respond immediately. Instead, he took a moment to consider.“Since Mr. Craig has chosen a foreign love song, I will also choose a love-themed classic from Elysia.”“I’ll play the piano piece Butterfly Lovers.”He spoke calmly, but with conviction.“Butterfly Lovers? What an outdated, cliché piece. How utterly provincial,” Lewis Craig sneered, scoffing with disdain under his breath.“Oh, Butterfly Lovers? I know it. I’ve heard it... it’s beautiful!”Zasit, after a moment’s struggle to catch the key words in Joseph’s sentence, suddenly lit up. In his excitement, he blurted out one of the few phrases he knew in Elysian.“Sir, I know this piece. It’s famous—a tragic love story. If you can perform it, whether it’s perfect or flawed, my journey today will be complete.”He spoke in French, his Elysian heavily accented and broken, clearly limited in vocabulary.“Mr. Zasit said he knows the piece Butterfly Lovers and is familiar with its sorrowful tale of love,” the host translat
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The host, clearly at a loss under Joseph’s instruction, turned instinctively to Lewis Craig for guidance.“Translate it, obviously! Why are you looking at me like that? I didn’t understand a word they said either!” Lewis Craig frowned, irritation flashing across his face. He was beginning to suspect the host was not the brightest.“You want me to translate word for word?” The host muted his mic and asked.“Isn’t that obvious? If you don’t translate it properly, how the hell am I supposed to know what they said?” Lewis Craig was nearly seething. He was tempted to kick the man off stage. Where did the organizers find this genius? Completely clueless.Following the instruction, the host began translating the exchange between Joseph and Zasit for the audience.As the audience listened, surprise and admiration rippled through the hall. Suddenly, Joseph’s earlier evasiveness about his memory made perfect sense.“Before I begin,” Joseph said, addressing the room in fluent French, “I nee
