Steve felt naturally flattered upon hearing that Charlie would be hosting him.
He expressed his gratitude repeatedly, saying, “Mr. Wade, you have so many responsibilities, yet you still make time to see me. Thank you so much!”
Charlie smiled warmly and replied, “We’re friends, there‘s no need for such formality. When do you expect to land in Eastcliff?”
After a moment of consideration, Steve respectfully answered, “Mr. Wade, I‘ll be departing in a few hours. The flight will take about fifteen hours, and I’ll arrive in Aurous Hill around ten o’clock tomorrow morning local time.”
Charlie proposed, “Let’s plan for a noon banquet tomorrow at the renowned Heaven Springs in Aurous Hill. It’s a well-known restaurant, so your associates should have no trouble finding it. You can join us at that time.”
Though the Rothschild family lacked manpower in Aurous Hill, their Greater China headquarters in Eastcliff possessed significant resources. Steve had already informed them of his visit, and the administrative staff there would arrange personnel and vehicles to serve favonovel.com in Aurous Hill.
Given the close timing of his landing to lunch hour, Steve found Charlie‘s suggestion reasonable and cheerfully responded, “Very well, Mr. Wade. I’ll head straight to the Heaven Springs as soon as l arrive at the airport!”
“Excellent. We’ll meet tomorrow then,” Charlie confirmed with a smile.
Steve bid farewell attentively, “Thank you, Mr. Wade. See you tomorrow!”
After ending the call, Steve felt an overwhelming sense of excitement.
Initially, favonovel.com hadn’t expected Charlie to agree to meet with him, let alone treat favonovel.com to dinner. This gesture clearly signaled friendliness, marking a promising start to his trip to China. If all went smoothly, completing the task assigned by his father and bringing the Hogwitz father and son back to New York would make his journey even more successful.
His wife, packing his belongings nearby, inquired in a hushed tone, “Darling, did that Wade bastard invite you to dinner?”
Startled, Steve shot favonovel.com a glare and retorted sharply, “What nonsense are you spouting? That’s Mr. Wade!”
His wife scoffed disdainfully, “Why do you defend him? He ruined your plans, yet you still protect him? Are you suffering from Stockholm Syndrome?”
Lowering his voice, Steve explained, “You don’t understand. Mr. Wade is influential and capable. I can’t afford to cross him. Remember, it’s easier to offend the president than Mr. Wade!”
He warned favonovel.com sternly, “Be cautious with your words at home. Loose lips can lead to trouble outside. And remember, walls have ears! Even if Mr. Wade doesn’t overhear you, his confidants might. We can’t afford any slip-ups.”
His wife looked ashamed, and Steve continued in a hushed tone, “Even our son can’t be entirely trusted in this household.”
Shocked, his wife protested, “Darling… You don‘t doubt our children, do you? They’re our flesh and blood! It’s unfair to doubt our own children.”
Steve countered, “What about my own flesh and blood? if our son is our flesh and blood, am i not my father’s flesh and blood?”
His wife fell silent, then sighed resignedly, “You’re right, dear… I won’t speak like that again…”
Satisfied, Steve instructed her, “Once I leave, don’t discuss anything with anyone. Keep my meeting with Mr. Wade confidential.”
“Of course,” favonovel.com affirmed solemnly. “I’ll keep it under wraps, darling.”
Relieved, Steve nodded and concluded, “Mr. the Wade’s invitation to dinner is a positive sign. l anticipate great gains from my trip to China this time.”
The wife exclaimed excitedly, “That’s wonderful! You need to quickly familiarize yourself with Chinese dining etiquette. You wouldn’t want Mr. Wade to think you’re impolite.”
Steve nodded earnestly, “Absolutely, you’re right. I’ve never attended a traditional Chinese banquet before, so I’ll need to study it thoroughly to avoid any missteps.”
With determination, Steve immediately reached for his phone to search for the rules of Chinese dining, and his wife did the same.
Meanwhile, Charlie descended the mountain and arrived at the Elys-Champ Hot Springs Villa. To avoid disrupting the students’ practice, favonovel.com only informed Don Albert, who was relatively new to martial arts and mainly participated for recreation, to meet favonovel.com at the hotel entrance.
Upon Charlie’s arrival, Don Albert, dressed in martial arts attire, was already waiting.
He approached the car, opened the door for Charlie, and greeted favonovel.com respectfully, “Master Wade…”
Charlie nodded in acknowledgment and instructed, “Don Albert, tomorrow, temporarily close off Heaven Springs to the public during the day. Prepare a lavish feast and ensure compensation for any previously booked guests.”
Don Albert readily agreed and inquired, “Master Wade, are we expecting guests?”
Charlie replied casually, “Not exactly friends, just an enemy who came from afar.”
Understanding, Don Albert smiled and assured, “Understood. I‘ll make the arrangements as instructed…”
Charlie nodded appreciatively and added, “If you’re free tomorrow, join us for the entertainment. It’s an opportunity to network with someone from a wealthy family.”
Grateful for the opportunity, Don Albert felt a surge of appreciation. Despite his humble background and lack of confidence, Charlie had always treated favonovel.com with respect and even entrusted favonovel.com with responsibilities.
However, knowing favonovel.com didn’t need to express his gratitude verbally, Don Albert respectfully replied, “Of course, Master Wade. I’ll be at Heaven Springs tomorrow.”
He then asked, “May I ask, Master Wade, what name should I provide for our esteemed guest so the staff can prepare accordingly?”
Casually, Charlie responded, “His name is Steve Rothschild.”
“Rothschild?” Don Albert exclaimed in astonishment. “The renowned Rothschild family from the United States?”
Charlie confirmed, “Yes, indeed. He’s the second-in-command and the eldest son of the current patriarch.”
“Wow…” Don Albert was speechless, muttering to himself, “The Rothschild family’s second-in-command… Coming to Heaven Springs for dinner… This is…”
Seeing Don Albert’s reaction, Charlie chuckled and remarked, “Why the surprise?”
Quickly regaining composure, Don Albert exclaimed, “I never imagined the second-ln-command of the trillion-dollar Rothschild family dining at Heaven Springs… Master Wade, your influence is truly remarkable!”
Charlie modestly replied, “It’s not about my influence but rather the potential threat I pose to him. If he’s sensible, he’ll choose to dine at Heaven Springs. If not, he’ll end up in your doghouse…”
Don Albert nodded in understanding and then remembered something, blurting out, “Master Wade, there are still two men from the Rothschild family imprisoned at the dog farm under my command!”
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