On the other hand, Claire was worried that Charlie was going on a business trip and for that long at that, especially to the northwestern frontier.Leaning toward Charlie, she couldn't help whispering, "I really don't think you should take the job, dear. It's not like we need the money—you really don't have to go that far…"Before Charlie could respond, Albert suddenly interjected earnestly, "Master Wade, you really have to help me out here! My friend saved my life back in the day, and I finally have a chance to do him a favor. Please don't refuse me here—if you get it done, you can ask anything of me in Aurous Hill, and heaven strike me down if I hesitate!"Jacob's eyes lit up at those words.After all, he had the feeling that Kenny Bay had kicked him out of the Calligraphy and Painting Association because he had noticed that he and Albert weren't that tight. Kenny himself used to be loyal to Jacob, too. After all, he could splurge millions but would never make a reservation for

Ivy was naturally aggrieved that Kenny was suddenly snapping at her, but she didn't stop to retort and took his phone for a look.Just seeing the photo left her utterly remorseful as well, and she sighed, "I guess I was naive to think only women would give men the silent treatment one day and play nice the next. Guess it's the same for men too—Don Albert must have been annoyed when you talked to him about Jacob and got a little harsh, but I presumed that they were going their separate ways."But as it turns out, they're like a squabbling couple who made up even before dinner got cold. Good for them, but bad for us…"Kenny's grievance was naturally quelled considerably as she so earnestly admitted the mistake.That was just how people worked. Even if someone was angry with another person who had made a major mistake, if the other person was forthright with their apology and sincerely reflected on it, the person's rage would subside considerably.However, if the person who had made

When the A350 arrived at Aurous Hill, Isaac Cameron arranged for system checks to make sure there were no safety hazards or bugs. It was only after it was cleared that they applied for a flight route while arranging for a flight crew of their own to be doubly sure.With the arrangements complete, Charlie and Vera both cleared the checkpoint and boarded the flight from the freight entrance.The A350 was the biggest Airbus there is, while this one had been refurbished so that two-thirds of the fuselage space was repurposed into multiple bedrooms, a conference room, and a parlor, so it was more than enough for just two passengers.Charlie and Vera both headed to the parlor after boarding, taking their seats while the A350 took off toward Europe.Vera was thrilled by the prospect of returning to Europe. As she was alone in the soundproofed parlor with Charlie, Charlie asked, "You're looking forward to this trip?""Yes!" Vera could hardly contain her excitement. "I won't lie—it's my

However, with the special IDs Helena provided, such issues wouldn't occur at all.It came with perfect timing, too, as Charlie had been planning to go sightseeing with Vera, since she held sentimental value over the country.Nonetheless, the car soon left the airport and headed straight to the palace in the heart of Oslo.Helena was there, waiting anxiously with her grandmother, Queen Alisha Elliot.Watching Helena pacing around the throne room, blushing one second and giggling the next, Alisha went up and stopped her, "You should be more proper when you see Charlie. Show him the air of a queen as you should.""What?" Helena blurted, embarrassed. "A-Am I being that obvious?""At this point, you're just stopping short of writing 'my beloved has come' on your face," Alisha teased."No way…" Helena was at once defensive. "I'm being very proper.""You usually are," Alisha sighed, shaking her head. "But even if you usually carry yourself like royalty, you're behaving like a lovesick

Susan was actually surprised that Helena didn't even wait to refuse Harrison's audience.The man was the head of the most powerful family in the world and was worth trillions. Barely any individuals could push him around. With such a VVIP, a visit was an honor even to the British Royal Family, let alone the Norwegian Royal House.Susan was just as surprised as she was delighted that Harrison was visiting, and she had been very much enthusiastic to break the good news, only to find Helena completely disinterested.As such, she quickly added, "We're talking about a private audience with the head of the Rothschilds, here, your majesty. Rejecting him like this is inappropriate...""What's inappropriate about it?" Helena replied flatly. "Just relay my response, word-for-word."Although Susan would rather Helena didn't refuse out of common sense and professionalism, Helena was clearly determined.Knowing that she shouldn't press the issue at that, she turned a pleading look to Lady Ali