“The whole family is having a difficult time over the New Year, and they’d like to see a feng shui expert. I was wondering if you’d be willing to come and take a look?”
Charlie pretended to be embarrassed: “Oh, to be honest, my schedule has been quite busy lately, and I don’t plan to go out to read Feng Shui for people for a while.”
Orvel pleaded, “Mr Wade, this person has been my sworn brother for many years, and our relationship is very good. Please help me…”
Claire was right in front of him. Seeing that Charlie still had to act at this time, she wasn’t angry, but felt a little sorry for Charlie.
It must have been exhausting for Charlie to hide so much from himself for so many years, and keep his emotions in check and prevent himself from having any suspicions.
So, she whispered, “Honey, did Mr. Hong ask for your help?”
Charlie nodded. He turned up the volume on the phone, so naturally Claire heard him.
Claire took the opportunity to persuade him, “Just agree with Mr. Hong. He usually cares for our family and respects you greatly. It’s best not to offend him over such a small matter.”
Charlie didn’t expect Claire to be so reasonable. He pretended to be embarrassed and said, “Orvel has urgent matters and must leave today. If I agree, I won’t be able to return to Aurous Hill with you.”
“It’s okay,” Claire smiled faintly and said, “I’ll go home by myself. It’ll only take two hours anyway. Once I get there, I can take a taxi or ask Dad to pick me up. You can go take care of your own business and don’t worry about me.”
Charlie had planned this all along, and when he saw Claire take the initiative to bring it up, he felt relieved. He said, “Okay, honey, I’ll take you to the plane later. I won’t be flying alone. Dad will pick you up later.”
“Okay.” Claire nodded, and suddenly felt sadness in her heart.
Stephen Tang had originally planned to leave Eastcliff and his parents’ Aurous Hill home, but he hadn’t expected Charlie to send him on a plane. It seemed he would have to return to Aurous Hill first.
But no matter what, once I get on the plane, I’ll say goodbye to Charlie.
As a couple, their relationship will finally end here.
He was very reluctant in his heart, but for Charlie, he had no regrets.
He knew that if he stayed, not only would it be of no use to Charlie, but it would also restrict Charlie’s hands and feet.
On weekdays, whenever Charlie wanted to go out, he would carefully fabricate a few white lies, and because he was worried about himself, he wouldn’t stay out for too long. Many things could be done at once, but because of his own affairs, he might have to go back and forth several times and it might take a long time before he finally finished.
After I leave, he will no longer be tied down and can focus all his energy on doing his own thing, increasing his strength, killing his enemies and avenging his parents.
So, whatever happens, I can’t hold it in anymore.
While Claire was feeling extremely sad, Charlie didn’t notice the slight change in his wife. He immediately notified Isaac and Orvel on WeChat that he had arranged everything and would meet them at the airport that afternoon.
Shortly after, a VIP lounge attendant approached them and said, “Mr. Wade, Miss Claire, our flight has departed. Gate 63 is about a five-minute walk away. Please make the most of your time.”
Charlie nodded, thanked her, then said to Claire: “Wife, let me take you to the plane first!”
Claire was very sad, but she could only pretend that nothing had happened and stood up while holding back her tears, then said to him: “Husband, you must pay attention to safety when you go out.”
Charlie smiled and said, “Don’t worry, I’ll be back soon.”
Claire asked with red eyes: “You can take care of yourself, right?”
“Of course,” Charlie said with a smile: “Your husband still has some skills, don’t worry.”
Claire asked again: “Then will you miss me when you are not busy?”
“Of course.”
Claire said solemnly: “You have to do what you say.”
For Claire’s sake, he could leave Charlie, but he didn’t want Charlie to forget him.
Charlie had never seen Claire so sentimental before, and he found it strange. However, on second thought, Claire had just become his wife. It was natural for a girl to be sentimental after giving him something so precious.
So, he hugged Claire gently and promised: “Don’t worry, honey, no matter how busy I am, I will miss you. Wait for me to come back. If you miss me, send me WeChat or a video.”
Claire couldn’t hold back her tears, and they flowed out in an instant.
However, to prevent Charlie from suspecting anything, she could only cry, laugh, and whisper, “I just let you succeed yesterday, and you’re leaving today. I really don’t want to let you go.”
Charlie deliberately asked him: “Just you can’t let go?”
Claire was taken aback for a moment, then realized what was happening. She said shyly, “You… how did you suddenly become such a bad person!”
Charlie felt wronged: “No way, I didn’t say anything…”
“You still say no,” Claire muttered, “Even though I don’t have much experience, I’m not stupid.”
Seeing himself exposed, Charlie didn’t make excuses, but just laughed.
Claire wasn’t actually angry, so seeing that Charlie had relented, she didn’t pursue the matter further. She simply hugged Charlie tightly and said reluctantly, “In short, take care of yourself when you go out. No matter what, your physical health and personal safety are the most important things, okay?”
“Okay,” Charlie readily agreed. Sensing Claire’s reluctance to leave him, he was moved and said, “I’ll be right back as soon as I’m done!”