Chapter 51A hint of surprise flashed through Charlie's eyes as he took in the figure. It was the old woman whom he had handed over Paul's apartment to, and after paying double the supposed rent.She was standing there with a small yet dusty square box. “What's that?" Charlie asked. “Please, come inside," he quickly added, stepping aside, letting the old woman slowly enter.“Please, sit down.”Charlie quickly dressed the bed, gesturing for her to sit down.“Thank you." Once seated, the woman held the box up, “Please, take it. It was given to me by my late mother,” she said, a small smile curling at the corners of her lips. Charlie took it and opened it, revealing a delicate string of multicolored glass beads. It shimmered under the light subtly, suggesting age and craftsmanship.“This? This is…..” Charlie's eyes went wide as he took out the necklace, observing it.“Yes, it's a Bajang pendant,” the old woman nodded, "it's a symbol of protection and fertility. My late mother handed it

Chapter 53 “Alright, thank you," Charlie appreciated. “You're welcome, master. Anything for you." As the call ended, Charlie walked back to the scene, keeping a composed appearance, his hands tucked casually into his pockets. The crowd was still gathered there, whispering among themselves as they listened to the security guard still running his mouth. “Oh, you're finally back," the security guard started, “you said I was digging my own grave, but I can't —” He didn't finish his words when the sound of running footsteps interjected suddenly, causing him to pause and turn around. His eyes swung open as he spotted the manager rushing outside, his heart panting heavily as if being chased by a dog. The security guard nodded firmly as he turned to Charlie, his expression getting dark. “You're finished now! The manager is here." But Charlie didn't utter a word to him. He remained calm, his hands stayed tucked in his pockets. Turning back again, the security guard said

Chapter 55 The manager glared at her. “What the hell are you talking about?" The cashier smirked. “You don't have to worry yourself. This thing here knows what I'm talking about." She pointed at Charlie. The manager clenched his fist, his knuckles turning white. His lips parted as if he was going to say, but before he could, the cashier had already turned to Charlie and was saying. “You think that that replica you're putting around your neck is going to work on me?" Her voice was filled with ridicule. "You might have ended up deceiving my boss with it, but you can't do it to me. I'm familiar with all these useless tricks.” Charlie's face didn't twist with anger. He just folded his arms, staring at her, amused. “I would advise you apologize before it's too late. I might be kind enough to show you some mercy, who knows?” The cashier scoffed. “Apologize to you so you could show me mercy?” She laughed, clearly finding Charlie's words funny. "I think you're the one at my merc

Chapter 57 A few minutes later, Charlie stepped out of the cab that had carried them. Following immediately was Jake from the other door, his eyes sharp as they scanned around the place, slightly nodding in admiration. Charlie dug his hand into his pocket and pulled out a crisp $100 bill, handing it to the driver. “Here you go. The fare." The driver, after taking the money, glanced down, his eyes rotating as if they were searching for something, but suddenly Charlie spoke up, his voice calm and his expression unreadable. “Is it the change?" He asked, but before the driver could nod and reply, he simply added, waving his hand in dismissal. “Don't worry, just keep it to yourself." The driver's mouth fell open and his jaw dropped to the ground. “I should keep the change? $60? That's huge! Thank you so much, Sir. God bless you." However, as he was thanking, Charlie had already started walking toward the restaurant building, hurling the bag of his purchased gadgets with one

Chapter 59 “Inside your stomach?" Charlie repeated, leaning forward. “You mean you finished everything?" Jake nodded slowly and smirked shyly. “Y–Yes. I had no idea I was going to, I swear. The meals were just so delicious that I didn't know when I finished them,” he answered, his voice almost arousing laughter. He studied Charlie for a few seconds and added. “Brother, hope you're not mad at me. I was so hungry. Hadn't eaten since last night, so I thought of grabbing this opportunity. I'm sorry if the way I ate brought shame to you.” Charlie exhaled, shaking his head. He leaned back, “Not at all. Everything was all yours so it's fine. I was just surprised how you were able to finish all of that." Jake chuckled. “It’s nothing big at all. It happens whenever I'm hungry. Can even finish more of that if I'm in the mood. Let me not lie; I'm a foodie type.” Charlie offered a faint smile as he grabbed his teacup and gulped the last remains, his mind still pondering how Jake was