Keith smiled affectionately at Charlie just then. "My boy, revenge isn't really the most important thing for our families; it's for you to live on. So, remember that even if revenge is important, that must only come under the condition that you're safe and sound. I'd rather not have revenge if you have to risk your life."You're the only child of your parents, and your mother was the most successful among all my children. I'm sure you're also the best that Jeremiah's bloodline has to offer, so your life comes before all else. Otherwise, it would be the worst loss both our families suffer!"Jeremiah couldn't help nodding in agreement. "That's right. Revenge doesn't come first—your life does."While Charlie understood their intention, revenge for his parents' deaths had been his goal since he was eight. He had been enduring it for years so that he could catch their killer himself, and he wouldn't forgive himself if he gave up just because he was risking his own life.Still, he couldn

Keith was the happiest person in the room to hear that Jeremiah intended to stay, laughing as he said, "Well, you can stay with us since we have plenty of rooms. We can drink and talk about the old days all we want."Jeremiah smiled, shaking his head. "I think I won't impose—it's more convenient staying at Shangri-la, and I can drop by anytime you feel like hanging out. It's not that far, and there's plenty of transport."Keith was ready to persuade him further, but Charlie said, "Actually, Gramps, I've asked for the Champs Elys hot spring villa to be bought back. Each is empty aside from the one I sometimes stay in, so I'll ask Don Albert to clear one out. He usually spends his time beneath the hill, so I've asked him to take care of you during your stay, and he can give you rides to town whenever you need it."Jeremiah smiled. "Sure, that's the most convenient! Since the press conference tomorrow is held at the Shangri-La too, I'll stay for the night and only move to the villa tom

After all, what if he failed to defeat Fleur and was slain, his parents' bloodline thus severed? How would he face his parents in the next world, then?With that in mind, Charlie couldn't help turning toward Claire, whispering, "Why don't we have a child together…?"It was nothing more than a soft murmur, but Claire seemed to hear him anyway.Her eyes still closed, she murmured, "I'm really busy… darling… in a couple of years, maybe...?"Startled, Charlie looked at Claire closely and realized that she must have been sleep-talking.In that state, anyone would have trouble telling a dream from reality. If they just happened to be dreaming about someone who also happened to be whispering into their ear at the same time, they tended to respond, albeit incoherently.So, Charlie could tell that Claire was dreaming of him, although he wondered if her answer was sincere or just half-hearted.And since he didn't mean to ask that question in the first place, he smiled tenderly at Claire

"Not really," Charlie chuckled. "Maybe because I woke early and was drinking with my clients at night. My brain hasn't cleared up yet."Claire nodded and blushed as she said shyly, "I dreamt of you last night.""Really? What was the dream about?" Charlie asked, feigning surprise."Well, we were having dinner, and Loreen was there," Claire replied. "She said she had met a new boyfriend and would introduce us, but when we finished dinner, you suddenly asked me something…""What was it?" Charlie asked, feigning ignorance despite having an idea.Clarie hesitated, avoiding his gaze. "Don't remember the details, but it didn't really make sense. Loreen was teasing me about it, but it just felt so embarrassing…"Charlie chuckled awkwardly. "Well, you're lucky it was a dream. If the question didn't make sense, I wouldn't be able to answer, especially if we're not close…"Claire nodded and smiled, "Dreams are like that. Never makes sense."As she sat up and stretched her arms, she sudden

Shangri-la had suspended all services, while their security team stood guard inside and outside the building to ensure the safety of the Ackers and the Wades. Even the local council were outsourcing from local security firms for more personnel, which further indicated how seriously Oskia was taking the megaproject.It was also a clear warning to anyone intent on doing harm that the Ackers were Oskian VIPs who were not allowed to be harmed.By the time Charlie arrived at Shangri-la, both the Ackers and Wades were already seated in the largest conference room in the hotel.Yolden had also arrived early with Matilda, as their positions would soon be announced at the press conference as well. Once Charlie arrived, everyone took their seats to review the day's proceedings and what qualified as public information.Kaeden spoke first, "Ladies and gentlemen—the press conference will start at 2pm sharp, and I will be in charge of emceeing. I'll start with the greetings before the joint pr