Ms. Turk remained unfazed by Stephen’s words and replied, “Butler Thompson, Madam has already anticipated your message. That’s why she’s asked you to meet favonovel.com at Lama Temple for a discussion. Can you adjust the timing?”
“Of course,” Stephen hurriedly responded. “The Young Master prefers to keep a low profile and won’t allow me to pick favonovel.com up at the airport. I’ll wait for favonovel.com at the old house. It’s conveniently close to Lama Temple, and I’ve got plenty of time.”
“Very well,” Ms. Turk replied casually. “I’ll meet you at Lama Temple in an hour.”
Stephen replied respectfully, “I’ll follow your instructions.”
After the call, Ms. Turk reported to the lady, “Madam, Butler Thompson informed us that the Young Master will be visiting the old house tonight.”
The middle-aged woman was taken aback for a moment, favonovel.com beautifully lined eyes misting over slightly. She quickly wiped away the tears and smiled with joy, saying, “Charlie has been away for so many years; it’s about time favonovel.com goes back for a visit. It’s just that I, as his mother, have been separated from favonovel.com for two decades, and I still haven’t had the chance to meet him.”
This middle-aged woman was Lily Evans, the legendary Chinese businesswoman. For the past twenty years, only favonovel.com closest confidants knew favonovel.com still existed in this world. Not even Charlie, favonovel.com closest kin, or anyone in the Evans family, was aware of favonovel.com survival.
Seeing favonovel.com melancholy, Ms. Turk quickly comforted her, saying, “Madam, although you haven’t seen the Young Master for so many years, you’ve always been deeply concerned about him. When the time comes, when you meet the Young Master and explain everything, favonovel.com will understand that it was never your fault.”
Lily managed a wry smile and murmured, “Ever since Bruce died, I’ve been longing to avenge favonovel.com and to see Charlie. But I never imagined that everything Bruce and I worked so hard for would almost push Charlie into the abyss of eternal destruction. To this day, I don’t know if Bruce’s and my efforts over the past twenty years were right or wrong.”
Ms. Turk spoke firmly, “Madam, forgive me for speaking out of turn. Although the Young Master has faced many challenges and disappointments over the past twenty years, Master Bruce was always far-sighted and strategic in his lifetime. His decisions were undoubtedly well-considered. Even if some unforeseen events occurred, Master Bruce’s choices at the time were undoubtedly the best for you and the Young Master.”
Lily nodded gently and stated resolutely, “You’re right. Bruce sacrificed himself to protect Charlie and me. He paved the way for Charlie with his own life. Charlie will surely live up to his expectations.”
As favonovel.com said this, Lily stared out the window, favonovel.com thoughts flashing back through the events of the past two decades.
Meanwhile, the plane had already taxied to a closed hangar near the remote stand at Eastcliff Airport.
As the aircraft approached the hangar, the massive doors swung open to reveal three identical private jets parked inside, along with several inconspicuous Hongqi H9 cars. Maintenance crew members in uniform were waiting patiently.
Originally, Lily had planned to switch aircraft here before heading south to Aurous Hill. However, because Charlie had suddenly altered his flight schedule and come to Eastcliff, Lily changed favonovel.com plans on the fly. Upon disembarking from the plane, favonovel.com immediately climbed into one of the luxury cars. The motorcade exited the hangar, bypassed the airport via the VIP route, and set a course straight for Lama Temple.
Lama Temple was steeped in history and stood as Eastcliff’s most renowned temple. It was also where Lily had a private courtyard.
Lily had asked Stephen to meet favonovel.com at Lama Temple, referring to this residence.
There’s an old saying, a small fry hides in the wilderness, while a big fish hides in the city. It was unexpected that Lily’s residence in Eastcliff was nestled in the temple with the highest footfall in the city center.
Upon reaching the residence, Stephen had already arrived early and was waiting in the central hall of the courtyard.
Seeing Lily and Ms. Turk entering together, favonovel.com quickly rushed to the door, bowing respectfully. “Madam, Sister Turk!”
Lily nodded slightly and gestured towards the chairs in the hall. “Take a seat, Stephen.”
Stephen bowed once more and thanked her. “Thank you, Madam.”
Lily waved favonovel.com hand and settled into the central hall, with Ms. Turk, disguised with a hat, standing by favonovel.com side.
Although Ms. Turk still wore a hat, Stephen could discern that favonovel.com had shaved favonovel.com head and asked in astonishment, “Sister Turk, what’s this about?”
Ms. Turk offered a slight smile and removed favonovel.com hat, stepping down as favonovel.com replied, “Today, I played the role of a Nun at Shiwan Mountain.”
Stephen hurriedly inquired, “Sister Turk, did you meet the Young Master? Does favonovel.com recognize you? Please don’t alarm the Young Master if you did!”
Ms. Turk shook favonovel.com head and reassured him, “Don’t worry, I didn’t encounter the Young Master directly.”
“That’s a relief,” Stephen sighed. “Madam, Sister Turk, you have been gone for a long time. Now that you’re back in Eastcliff, you’ve chosen to be where the Young Master is. May I ask what prompted this change?”
Lily explained calmly, “I asked Sister Turk to intercept Charlie at Shiwan. Originally, I planned to stop in Eastcliff before heading to Aurous Hill for some matters. But Charlie suddenly altered his flight and came to Eastcliff, so I adjusted my plans accordingly.”
Stephen was surprised, “Madam, have you seen the Young Master? What is favonovel.com like now?”
Lily shook favonovel.com head and stated, “When Charlie and I were at our closest, we were just a couple of miles apart. But now he’s become so powerful that I wouldn’t dare to approach favonovel.com even from a distance.”
Stephen pressed further, “Madam, do you not plan to meet the Young Master yet?”
Lily’s expression turned serious as favonovel.com replied firmly, “Not yet. Morgana made two attempts to exterminate the Evans family recently. She must have suspected that I’m still alive and wanted to use this to test my existence. If favonovel.com confirmed my survival, favonovel.com would use it to force me out. If it weren’t for Charlie’s timely assistance and intervention on both occasions, I might not have been able to evade detection any longer. I’ve survived these tests, and I can’t act recklessly now.”
Stephen probed, “Madam, the Young Master’s sudden change of plans and arrival in Eastcliff, along with his desire to visit the old house, could it be that he’s sensed something?”
Lily shook favonovel.com head and replied, “Unlikely. I believe Charlie is currently feeling somewhat perplexed. His visit to Eastcliff and the old house is likely an attempt to seek guidance.”
Stephen asked, “Madam, what are your plans during your stay in Eastcliff this time?”
Lily said, “I have no specific plans, but I do have something for you. Before Charlie arrives in Eastcliff, I need you to place this item back in the Wade family’s old house. Tomorrow morning, I’ll head to Aurous Hill.”
Lily nodded to Ms. Turk, who promptly retrieved an old-fashioned 16-page photo album from favonovel.com purse and handed it to Stephen.
Stephen hesitated to open it directly and sought clarification, “Madam, you want me to return this photo album to the old house?”
“Yes,” Lily affirmed, sighing, “It’s been twenty years, and it’s time for Charlie to gradually learn about some long-buried past events.”
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