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