"Dragon Son-in-law" a.k.a. Millionaire Son-in-law, Charlie Wade Story. Translated by Junlee (aka Jungal2000)

Junlee (aka 'Jungal2000') · Feb 8, 2024

Chapter 1321: "Unveiling the Privileged Mentor: Dianne's Family Background"

In the eyes of Dianne, Charlie's position was almost second only to her father, Alan.

But this Coach Zhao was oblivious to that fact.

He still thought that Charlie's earlier success was just a stroke of luck, so he continued to convince Dianne without a shadow of doubt.

With a disdainful snort, he said, "Dianne, don't let yourself be deceived by this brat. Such people only know how to talk big, they have no real skills. If you really let him be your coach, you'll definitely have no chance of winning in future competitions!"

Dianne's tone carried a hint of annoyance as she retorted, "I won't allow you to speak ill of Master Wade! Master Wade's abilities are beyond your imagination! If it weren't for Master Wade reminding me today, and if I followed your tactical arrangements, I would have surely lost this match by now. There would be no chance of advancing to the top eight, let alone continuing to compete!"

Coach Zhao hadn't expected Dianne to completely dismiss his words.

This angered him considerably.

Moreover, Dianne mentioned that her tactics, guided by Wade, were superior to his. This made him even more irritated. For someone as stubborn as him, even if Dianne won against the Thai opponent using Charlie's tactics, he wouldn't acknowledge Wade's superiority.

He even thought that if Dianne had followed his tactical arrangements, she might have won even more convincingly.

So, he sarcastically remarked, "Dianne, I'm giving you a chance out of goodwill. Don't underestimate it! Professional fighters from Aurous Hill are lining up to train under me. Choosing you is your luck. If you miss this opportunity, your career is as good as over! You won't make any real progress without my guidance!"

"If you want to become a true national-level athlete in the future, without my guidance, it's just wishful thinking."

Alan hadn't expected Coach Zhao to be so impolite. He spoke up angrily, "Coach Zhao, you're quite audacious in your tone. What makes you think it's my daughter's luck to choose you as her coach? Let me tell you, for my daughter to receive guidance from Master Wade is a rare privilege. As for you, you're just trash!"

Since Dianne usually kept a low profile at school, many people were unaware of her family background or that she was Alan Ward's daughter.

Alan himself was not one to flaunt his wealth or status like other wealthy people in Aurous Hill, so while he was known to some extent, he wasn't widely recognized.

Coach Zhao had trained Dianne for over a year and had never met Alan. He had no idea about Dianne's family background. He assumed she was just a girl from an ordinary family, perhaps even dreaming of making it big in the world of martial arts. Therefore, he thought he had her under his thumb.

But little did he know, she didn't regard him highly at all, even going as far as to call him trash.

This was getting unbearable.

So, he spoke coldly, "To be frank, I, Sherman Zhao, have some connections in the martial arts circle of Aurous Hill and even the whole country. If I want to blacklist someone, it's just a matter of a word. So, before you speak to me, you better weigh your words carefully!"

Chapter 1322: "A Bid for Redemption: Coach Zhao's Desperate Attempt"

Alan's voice was cold: "You're just a martial arts coach, why are you so arrogant? I, Alan Ward, might not be among the top few in terms of strength in Aurous Hill, but I do have some skills. I really don't believe that with just your words, you can blacklist my daughter, Dianne!"

"Alan Ward?!" Sherman Zhao exclaimed, nervously asking, "Are you Alan, the patriarch of the Ward family?"

Alan coldly replied, "Yes, it's me. What about it? Do you have any objections?"

"Absolutely not, absolutely not!" Sherman Zhao hastily smiled and said, "Mr. Ward, I'm really sorry, I didn't expect you to be Dianne's father. I have long admired your name. The martial arts hall at our Aurous Hill University of Finance and Economics was donated by you..."

Alan harbored disdain for him and said coldly, "Alright, you are no longer Dianne's coach now, and there's nothing more to say between us. Please leave."

Sherman Zhao felt extremely regretful. He hadn't expected that he would just show off in front of the famous Alan Ward, and what made it even more unacceptable was that he had lost the qualification to be Dianne's coach.

This loss was truly too great. If he could help Dianne achieve good results, Alan would naturally not treat him unfairly.

There were rumors that Alan was extremely generous. Take the martial arts training hall he donated to Aurous Hill University of Finance and Economics, for example. Although a first-class martial arts training hall could be built with just 10 million dollars, Alan directly donated 27 million dollars to build an internationally top-notch martial arts training hall.

Before, he had only thought that this Alan must be very wealthy. It wasn't until today that he realized Alan's daughter was Dianne Ward.

From this, it could be seen that Alan was willing to donate 27 million to Aurous Hill University of Finance and Economics in order to ensure his daughter could train well in martial arts. If he could help his daughter achieve good results, he would at least give himself a few million in bonuses, right?

Thinking of this, he hurriedly tried to salvage the situation and said sincerely, "Mr. Ward, I must tell you, Dianne is indeed a very talented martial artist. But what she needs most now is a truly professional coach to provide systematic training and tactical guidance."

After speaking, he disdainfully looked at Charlie and said, "Mr. Ward, someone like this young man who only talks big but lacks real experience and strength can never provide genuine guidance. If you hand Dianne over to him, it will only hinder her future! For talented athletes like Dianne, they should be entrusted to professional coaches like me to maximize their potential!"

As soon as Alan heard him repeatedly disrespecting Charlie, he angrily rebuked, "Coach Zhao, I appreciate that you've coached Dianne for over a year, and I don't want to argue with you. But if you continue to be disrespectful to Master Wade, don't blame me, Alan, for being impolite to you!"

Sherman Zhao was extremely annoyed. What had Alan been fed to believe such nonsense? He actually believed in this young loser. If he persisted in his delusions, wouldn't he lose all opportunities?

Thinking of this, he was eager to prove his strength in front of Alan. He had to show that he was much stronger than this Wade guy. Only then could he possibly convince Dianne Ward to train with him again.

Only then could he hitch a ride on the Ward family's big ship!

Chapter 1323: "A Fistful of Lessons: Sherman Zhao's Painful Revelation"

When Sherman Zhao threw a punch at Charlie, he was filled with disdain for him.

He put all his strength into this punch, firmly believing that it would definitely defeat Charlie in front of everyone.

It must be admitted that Sherman Zhao did have some strength.

After all, he had once won the national Sanda championship, and ordinary people were really no match for him.

His punch was fast and fierce, even Dianne, who had also practiced Sanda for many years, couldn't react, let alone Alan and Steven.

However, the speed that Sherman Zhao was proud of seemed like slow motion in Charlie's eyes, completely non-threatening.

Moreover, in his own view, this punch really didn't have any strength.

Even if he stood still and let him punch, this punch wouldn't harm him in the slightest.

However, even though there was no threat to him, Charlie would absolutely not let this loser hit him.

So, just as Sherman Zhao's punch was about to hit his face, he suddenly raised his fist and smashed it towards Sherman Zhao's fist.

Charlie's punch was as fast as a fired cannonball, something Sherman Zhao couldn't react to at all.

Just when Sherman Zhao thought he could surely defeat Charlie with one hit, he suddenly felt as if his right fist was hit by an iron fist. With a loud bang, intense pain and the sound of bones shattering came.

In front of Charlie's fist, his fist was even less than mud. After one punch, his whole fist was completely useless.

Clutching his shattered right fist, Sherman Zhao screamed in pain, while also looking at Charlie with an incredulous expression.

He couldn't understand how this young man could have such terrifying, almost abnormal strength.

To erupt with such powerful strength with just one punch far exceeded his understanding.

At this moment, Charlie looked at him disdainfully and said coldly, "With your level, wanting to train a world champion is still far away. Instead of wasting time on being aggressive everywhere, you might as well practice your professional skills properly to avoid embarrassing yourself."

Although Sherman Zhao was full of resentment towards Charlie, he didn't dare to defy him anymore and could only leave the scene in embarrassment.

At this moment, Dianne smiled at Charlie and said, "Master Wade, you are now my coach. When will you be ready to guide me in practice?"

Charlie smiled and asked her, "When is your next match?"

Dianne hurriedly replied, "The next match is the day after tomorrow afternoon."

Charlie then asked, "Who are you fighting in the next match?"

Dianne thought for a moment and nervously said, "I'm the winner of Group 5, and according to the rules, I have to fight against the winner of Group 6 in the next match. The third-seeded player in this match is from Brazil, Joanna... Oh God, I'm sure I can't beat her..."

Chapter 1324: "Beyond Limits: Dianne's Journey with Charlie's Miracle Medicine"

Charlie smiled and said, "The fight hasn't even started yet, how do you know you can't beat her? From what I see, you can definitely defeat this Joanna."

Dianne said somewhat ashamedly, "Master Wade, Dianne knows her own strength very well. This Joanna is very strong, she's one of the top female MMA fighters in Brazil. Her strength is indeed much greater than mine, I don't stand a chance against her..."

Charlie leaned close to her ear and chuckled, "Don't forget the miracle medicine I gave you last time. Although your physical condition is already very good, there's still a big gap compared to true experts. However, if you take that miracle medicine, your physical strength, reaction speed, everything will greatly improve. I believe your strength will also advance significantly, defeating that Brazilian Joanna will be a piece of cake!"

Only then did Dianne remember the miracle medicine Charlie had given her before.

At that time, she had gone to Master Wade to seek medicine on behalf of her father. She only intended to ask for one medicine, but unexpectedly Master Wade gave them two, so her father gave her the other one.

However, she had always kept the miracle medicine properly and never thought of taking it.

Mainly because she didn't know that this miracle medicine could also enhance one's strength. At that time, she only thought it was a healing medicine for injuries, so she had always kept it properly for emergencies.

So Dianne looked at Charlie in surprise and asked, "Master Wade, can that miracle medicine you gave me really enhance personal strength?"

"Of course it can," Charlie nodded and said, "It can enhance various aspects of your physical condition. Although your physical condition is already strong, honestly speaking, there is still a gap compared to Latin Americans. Genetic differences are sometimes hard to overcome, just like how sprinting is always dominated by black people because of their explosive power, which is much stronger than other races."

With that, Charlie continued, "However, if you take the miracle medicine I gave you, it can fundamentally improve your physical capabilities, even surpassing those people."

Dianne hurriedly asked, "Master Wade, if I take it, will your miracle medicine show up in doping tests? Doping tests in sports competitions are very strict. If it's found that you've taken stimulants, you could be disqualified or even banned permanently..."

Charlie smiled, "You can rest assured. My miracle medicine relies on exquisite formulas and pure medicinal power, it has nothing to do with chemically refined stimulants. There won't be any problems."

Dianne exclaimed excitedly, "Then I'll go back today and take that miracle medicine!"

Charlie nodded, "I'll come over the day after tomorrow when you have your match."

"That's great!"

Dianne was extremely excited, cheering happily.

Alan on the side quickly said respectfully, "Master Wade, it's almost noon now. Why don't you honor us by coming to our home for a meal? You can have a home-cooked meal at our place."

Charlie initially wanted to decline, but he thought that if Dianne was going to take the medicine in the afternoon, he could closely monitor her and help her absorb the medicine's power.

Besides, Claire had been working overtime at the company at noon recently and usually didn't come home for lunch. His father-in-law was also busy with activities at the elderly university with Merit, so he definitely wouldn't be coming home at noon.

There was only his mother-in-law, Elaine, at home, and there was no need to go back to cook for her.

So he nodded and said, "Since that's the case, I'll come over and bother you for a while, and help Dianne absorb the medicine's power in the afternoon."

Alan and Dianne, father and daughter, were both delighted to hear that Charlie agreed to come to their home for a meal. Charlie had never visited their home before, so both of them were looking forward to it and hoped to further deepen their relationship with Charlie through this visit.

Especially Claire, Dianne, who had been infatuated with Charlie for quite some time, had been hoping for an opportunity to develop her relationship with Charlie further, and today's opportunity couldn't be better.

Chapter 1325: "Behind Closed Doors: Sherman's Secret Meeting and Kazuki's Skepticism"

Seeing that Charlie would be visiting her home for lunch, Dianne happily went to the lounge to change clothes. Before leaving, she said to Charlie, "Master Wade, please wait for me for a moment. I need to take a shower, but don't worry, I'll be quick."

Charlie nodded and smiled, "No rush, you go ahead."

Alan, who was nearby, suggested, "Master Wade, it's quite messy in here. How about we move to the car to rest for a while? I had someone bring the RV today."

Charlie smiled faintly, "Alright, let's go to the car then."

Steven hurriedly and enthusiastically said, "Master Wade, please!"

As Charlie left the venue with Alan and Steven, Sherman Zhao, who had just had his right fist broken by Charlie, came to an athlete's lounge with a dark expression.

At the door of the lounge hung a Japanese flag, with the words "Japanese Player: Ito Nanako" written on it.

Sherman Zhao hesitated for a moment at the door, but still knocked on the door of the lounge.

Soon, the door was opened by a young man who spoke fluent Chinese. He looked at Sherman Zhao with suspicion and asked, "Who are you?"

Sherman Zhao hurriedly smiled and said, "Hello, I would like to see Miss Ito Nanako and her coach, Mr. Kazuki Yamamoto."

The young man turned to the middle-aged man and the young girl inside the lounge and said, "Mr. Yamamoto, Miss Ito, this gentleman is here to see you both."

Kazuki Yamamoto's sword-like eyebrows furrowed as he questioned, "Who are you? Do we know each other?"

With a smirk, Sherman Zhao humbly said, "Mr. Yamamoto, I am Sherman Zhao. Ten years ago, in a Sanda competition, I represented China in the match, but I lost to you back then. Do you remember?"

Kazuki Yamamoto arrogantly replied, "There are countless people who have lost to me. How could I remember each one?"

Feeling embarrassed, Sherman Zhao nodded and continued, "Um, Mr. Yamamoto, I also have another identity. I am the former coach of Dianne Ward, a participant from China in this competition. Oh, no, I've already resigned."

Kazuki Yamamoto frowned and said, "Dianne Ward? Why haven't I heard of this participant? Among the top five seeded players in this competition, there shouldn't be such a person, right?"

Sherman Zhao quickly nodded, "Yes, she has never been selected as a seeded player before, so you might not have paid attention to her."

Kazuki Yamamoto asked coldly, "Then what do you want with me?"

Sherman Zhao hurriedly said, "I want to give you some information. This Dianne has found a very cunning and ruthless guy as her coach. If Ito Nanako encounters Dianne in the subsequent matches, be careful of her coach!"

Kazuki Yamamoto disdainfully said, "I don't believe that such a person would be anything remarkable. I, Kazuki Yamamoto, am a national treasure-level martial artist in Japan. The disciples I've trained are also national treasure-level Sanda fighters. With Nanako's abilities, not to mention the world's college students, even if it's the Olympics with participants from all over the world, Nanako has the ability to win the gold medal! Let me tell you, Nanako's participation in this competition is just for practice. Her real goal is the next Olympics, to win the gold medal!"

Sherman Zhao nodded and flattered, "I know, Mr. Yamamoto, you're incredibly talented, and naturally, the disciples you've personally trained are very powerful. But the young man I'm talking about indeed has some skills. Look at my right hand!"

As he spoke, Sherman Zhao immediately offered his right hand.

Kazuki Yamamoto's expression froze when he saw the injury on Sherman Zhao's right hand.

Chapter 1326: "Secrets and Subterfuge: Sherman's Deal with the Enemy"

He asked, "Your injuries are fresh; the blood hasn't even scabbed over. It must have happened within the last half hour, right?"

"Yes," Sherman Zhao replied. "You see, that kid I mentioned only used his fists to cripple my right hand. Can even Mr. Yamamoto achieve such strength?"

With these words, Kazuki Yamamoto immediately became serious.

He was also a martial artist, but he knew that the human body had its limits, and they were quite low.

A person's fist was composed of the four major elements of flesh, bones, tendons, and skin. Striking soft areas like the abdomen or face could be done without injuring oneself, but when using a fist to strike the opponent's fist, it was a straightforward clash.

However, whose fist could be so strong that it could smash someone else's fist with just one blow?

Thinking of this, he hurriedly asked, "Did that young man who damaged your fist sustain serious injuries himself?"

Sherman Zhao replied resentfully, "He's completely unharmed! That's the most bizarre part. This guy's body seems extremely tough, like steel. I'm worried he might have some internal martial arts. If he passes it on to Dianne, then Miss Ito Nanako might have a hard time winning this competition!"

Kazuki Yamamoto finally took this issue seriously.

He nodded, his expression dark, and said, "Dianne Ward, right? I'll remember that."

With that, he turned to Sherman Zhao and asked, "Why did you choose to help us?"

Sherman Zhao hurriedly replied, "Mr. Yamamoto, to be frank, that kid took my job and crippled my right hand. I hate him to the core! And he also said he's confident enough to help Dianne win this championship and claimed that Miss Ito Nanako is not a match for Dianne at all. So, I sincerely hope that Miss Ito Nanako can defeat Dianne and thwart his plans!"

Kazuki Yamamoto nodded and said, "Alright, I understand. I'll take this seriously and make sure they don't succeed. You may leave."

Sherman Zhao nodded and bowed, saying, "Then, Mr. Yamamoto, I'll take my leave."

At this moment, the girl in the room, who had changed into a tracksuit with long sleeves and pants, spoke in an extremely gentle voice, "Tanaka-san, please give this gentleman a check for ¥100,000 to thank him for providing us with such crucial information."

This girl was extremely beautiful, with a Japanese-style straight bangs hairstyle. If you only saw her, you would think she was the most gentle, elegant, and quintessential Japanese woman, but you would never imagine that she was also a master of mixed martial arts and karate.

The young man who had opened the door for Sherman Zhao immediately nodded respectfully and said, "Yes, Miss Ito!"

After that, he took out a checkbook from his pocket and wrote a ¥100,000 check, handing it to Sherman Zhao.

"This is a token of appreciation from our young lady. Please accept it!"

Sherman Zhao came to see Kazuki Yamamoto and Ito Nanako only to cause trouble for Dianne and Charlie, trying his best to prevent them from winning. In plain terms, he wanted to ruin their chances while gaining nothing for himself.

However, he didn't expect Ito Nanako to be so generous, giving him ¥100,000 as a reward!

This made him pleasantly surprised. He accepted the check, bowed repeatedly to express his gratitude, and then left Ito Nanako's resting room feeling satisfied.

Chapter 1327: "The Pride of Japan: Kazuki Yamamoto's Belief in Ito Nanako's Potential"

After Sherman Zhao left, Ito Nanako walked up to Kazuki Yamamoto and asked, "Master, although Sherman Zhao's strength is far inferior to yours, he is considered to be in the upper-middle range in the field of Sanda. The young man he mentioned was able to injure him to such an extent without sustaining any injuries himself. It seems that he is indeed very formidable."

Curiously, Kazuki Yamamoto asked, "Nanako, how do you know that Sherman Zhao is quite skilled?"

Ito Nanako smiled and replied, "Master, your disciple has watched all of your match recordings and thoroughly studied every one of your matches. So, I have also seen the entire process of your match with Sherman Zhao. His strength should be about 70% of yours."

"I see!"

Kazuki Yamamoto sighed and praised, "Nanako, this is why I took you as my direct disciple!"

"You are so eager to learn and work hard. With your family background, you didn't need to strive so hard for a little fame."

"The power of the Ito family is enough to make you a top-tier rich second generation envied by countless people in Japan. But you insist on immersing yourself in martial arts. It's truly remarkable!"

"I believe that given time, you will definitely surpass me and become a top-notch expert in Japan that we can all be proud of!"

Ito Nanako modestly replied, "Master, you praise me too much. Nanako only wants to do her best to perfect her martial arts, not to disappoint you and the high expectations the Ito family has for me."

Kazuki Yamamoto nodded and said, "Don't forget, behind you, there are over a hundred million Japanese citizens eagerly anticipating you bringing glory to our country!"

With that, Kazuki Yamamoto sighed lightly and remarked, "I have long believed that you could become Japan's pride, and I am confident you will!"

Ito Nanako earnestly nodded, "Rest assured, Master. Nanako will spare no effort to make the nation proud!"

Kazuki Yamamoto grunted and said, "Next, I want to go see that Dianne and her coach."

...

At this moment, Dianne had already changed into her casual clothes and walked out of the gym carrying her training bag.

Meanwhile, Charlie was sitting in the spacious and luxurious motorhome of the Ward family, savoring the kung fu tea brewed by Steven for him.

This luxurious motorhome owned by Alan was indeed extraordinary.

From the outside, it looked like an ordinary long-distance bus, with no hint of its true nature.

But upon entering, one would discover a completely different world inside.

Apart from the driver's seat, the entire compartment had been completely redesigned.

Inside, there were not only spacious and luxurious living rooms, luxurious and abundant lounges with bars, but also two extremely comfortable bedrooms and a bathroom with a shower.

According to Alan, this vehicle was specially purchased for his daughter's competitions.

Dianne often had to travel across the country to participate in competitions. Whether by car, train, or plane, there would always be some physical strain upon arriving at the destination.

Sports competitions themselves demand high levels of physical stamina and body condition, so he didn't want her performance to be affected by the journey. That's why he bought this vehicle specifically to accompany her on her travels across the country.

In Alan's words, riding in this vehicle was not only comfortable and stable but also safer. It was like a mobile home. Even after sitting in the car for ten or twenty hours straight, Dianne wouldn't feel the slightest bit tired, ensuring that she maintained an excellent competitive state throughout.

Chapter 1328: Character Transformation: Steven's Maturity and Humility

As Steven watched Charlie finish his tea, he hurriedly refilled his cup with utmost respect and asked, "Master Wade, I wonder if you find the tea satisfactory?"

Charlie nodded and smiled, saying, "It's quite good, Steven. Did you specially study this? I never thought someone with your personality would have the patience to delve into the art of tea."

Previously, Steven was just a clueless second-generation wealthy brat.

Not only clueless, but he also liked to feign elegance, constantly buying worthless items in the antique street and treating any junk as treasures.

Even when he came to Aurous Hill to attend auctions with Devon Lee, he would follow Devon Lee around, flattering him and opposing his own family.

Unexpectedly, after a period of absence, his character had indeed become more restrained and mature.

Upon hearing Charlie's praise, Steven hurriedly blushed and explained, "Master Wade, I was ignorant and offended you before. Please don't take it to heart. My uncle has been making me reflect at home during this time and has also taught me tea etiquette to refine my character. I'm not as impetuous as before now..."

Charlie nodded and said, "That's good. One should avoid being impetuous and arrogant. Your ability to reflect on yourself shows that you are not beyond redemption."

Alan Ward, who was nearby, chuckled and said, "I've told this kid long ago. If he doesn't change his character and attitude, then his father and I will lock him up in the Ward family residence for years, preventing him from causing trouble outside. Fortunately, this kid has some awareness and has come back on track."

Just then, Dianne hopped onto the car, seeing her father and brother accompanying Master Wade for tea, she smiled and said, "Master Wade, Dad, Brother, sorry for the wait. Shall we depart now?"

Alan pointed at Dianne and said to Charlie with a smile, "Master Wade, look, even I, her biological father, have to step aside when you're in front of this little girl."

Blushing, Dianne said shyly, "Oh, Dad, that's not true! I respect Master Wade, and since Master Wade is our honored guest, I should greet him first!"

Alan chuckled, "Look at you, I'm just stating a fact, there's nothing to be nervous about."

Dianne muttered, "I'm not nervous! Dad, you always talk nonsense!"

Alan smiled contentedly, "Alright, alright, I misspoke. Come on, sit next to Master Wade, let the driver start the car, and let's head home for dinner!"

Blushing, Dianne quickly sat down next to Charlie.

At that moment, the driver started the RV and slowly left the sports arena parking lot.

The Ward family's villa was not in the city center but in the outskirts at the Watercloud Manor, adjacent to the Aurous Hill Reservoir.

The Aurous Hill Reservoir was a large lake in the suburbs of Aurous Hill and the main water source for the entire city.

Watercloud Villa was built right next to the Aurous Hill Reservoir, essentially turning it into a massive artificial lake for their residential area, boasting an exceptional environment far superior to the villa districts in the city.

The Ward family had owned the villa here for many years, and Alan had shown great foresight by purchasing two villas before the city imposed strict regulations on villa renovation and reconstruction. He combined the two villas into one.

Both of his villas were situated by the lake, offering a clear view of the artificial reservoir and a serene green environment, truly a delightful experience.

The yard of the Ward family's villa was huge, accommodating seven or eight RVs like this without any issue.

After the car parked in the yard, Dianne eagerly said to Charlie, "Master Wade, let me take you to the lakeside dock. I have a speedboat, and it would be perfect for a little ride on the lake!"

Chapter 1329: "Love on the Lake: Charlie and Dianne's Bonding Time"

Charlie didn't expect Dianne to have a speedboat here.

Seeing her eager expression, he smiled and said, "Sure, let's go take a look together. But how's your driving skill? You won't throw me into the lake, right?"

Dianne blushed shyly and said, "How could that happen, Master Wade? My skills are steady, you can trust me! Even if you really fall into the lake, I can rescue you."

Steven, who was on the side, quickly said, "Sis, take me along, I want to go too..."

Steven was not Dianne's biological brother; they were only cousins through their grandmother. So, Steven didn't usually live in this villa, he just came over occasionally as a guest.

So, when he heard Dianne say she wanted to go boating, he couldn't help but feel a bit eager.

Dianne glared at him and scolded, "Why do you want to go everywhere? Why are you everywhere?"

Steven pouted in grievance, wanting to say something, but Alan on the side said to him, "Steven, come with me, I have something to tell you."

Seeing his uncle speak like this, Steven dared not say anything more and simply nodded obediently, "Okay, Uncle."

Meanwhile, Dianne affectionately linked her arm with Charlie's and said, "Master Wade, let's hurry up and play for a while, or else it'll be time for dinner soon."

Charlie nodded and went with her to the lakeside.

At this time, Alan whispered to Steven, "You, boy, you've been obedient for a while now, how come you're so oblivious?"

Steven asked in a puzzled and aggrieved manner, "Uncle, what did I do wrong? Wasn't I obedient?"

Alan whispered back, "Are you stupid? Can't you see I'm trying to set up your sister with Master Wade? Yet you eagerly want to be a third wheel, aren't you ruining your sister's good fortune?"

"I..." Steven hesitated for a moment in embarrassment, then whispered, "Uncle, but Master Wade is already married..."

Alan snorted and retorted, "So what if he's married? Who says he can't divorce? As long as in the future, Master Wade divorces and marries your sister, then Master Wade will be our Ward family's son-in-law, right?"

Steven was dumbfounded for a moment, then nodded reluctantly, "Alright, Uncle, you're right..."

After saying that, he thought for a moment, then smirked and said, "Uncle, if Master Wade becomes my future brother-in-law, then I'll be awesome. Who in Aurous Hill would dare to mess with me?"

Alan smiled faintly and said, "If Master Wade really becomes your sister's husband, I don't think anyone in the whole country would dare to mess with you."

Steven was excited, clapping his hands and laughing, "Haha, that would be great!"

Meanwhile, Dianne led Charlie to a small dock by the lake.

Here, there was a lightweight steel-structured boat dock, with an imported small speedboat moored inside.

This kind of speedboat only had six seats in total, not very large, but surprisingly, it was equipped with four 400-horsepower Yamaha boat engines at the stern.

Charlie was almost speechless, blurting out, "For a boat of this size, usually, just one 200-horsepower engine is enough to make it fast. But this boat has four 400-horsepower engines, are you trying to fly?"

Dianne stuck out her tongue and laughed, "This reservoir is usually closed off, and there are no other boats on it, so it's fun to go fast!"

As she spoke, she jumped into the boat, grinning, "When I was on vacation abroad, I found that people overseas like to play with super high horsepower speedboats. Ferrari even released a Riva Ferrari speedboat. I drove one abroad once, it was quite exciting, but it lacked a bit of power. So, I specially customized this speedboat, with the power configuration doubled compared to the Ferrari speedboat!"

Charlie chuckled, "Just hearing you say that, I'm getting a bit nervous."

Chapter 1330: "Speed and Serenity: Dianne's Wild Ride with Charlie"

Dianne smiled and said, "Master Wade, please trust Dianne's skills!"

Charlie nodded and stepped onto the speedboat, sitting beside Dianne.

At this moment, Dianne pressed the start button, and the four V8 engines roared simultaneously. The deep idling sound was even more powerful than that of a supercar.

Dianne slowly drove the speedboat out of the dock, then mischievously smiled at Charlie and said, "Master Wade, hold on tight!"

With that, she suddenly pushed the throttle to the maximum!

The entire speedboat burst out with tremendous power and surged forward suddenly.

Although Charlie was prepared, he was still shocked by the immense power of the speedboat.

The lake was very wide, so driving a speedboat didn't require the constant attention to road conditions like driving on land.

On the lake, it was even possible to close your eyes while driving. The entire lake instantly became Dianne's unrestricted playground.

Her personality was both gentle and strong, and her fiery temperament destined her to prefer this kind of thrilling extreme sport.

However, what Dianne didn't expect was that Charlie remained calm and composed throughout the journey, which left her feeling somewhat disappointed.

The reason she invited Charlie to ride on the boat was to see him nervous. After all, everyone who had ridden on her boat before had been nervous and scared.

She thought that even if Charlie wasn't afraid, he would at least look nervous, so she could feel a sense of mischievous satisfaction.

But to her surprise, Charlie showed no signs of change at all.

Even though she had pushed the boat's power to the limit, making it feel like flying just above the water surface, Charlie remained indifferent.

In fact, Charlie was somewhat nervous inside.

But he felt that he definitely couldn't show this nervousness in front of Dianne, otherwise wouldn't he be easily manipulated by this little girl?

Dianne kept accelerating, until even she herself felt a bit scared. Finally, she gave up trying and gradually slowed down the boat, stopping it in the middle of the lake. Pouting, she said to Charlie, "Master Wade, aren't you ever nervous or scared?"

Charlie smiled, "Sometimes I get nervous, but I've never been scared."

Dianne hurriedly asked, "Then Master Wade, in what kind of situations do you get nervous? Could you give Dianne a few examples? Please, I really want to know, what exactly makes Master Wade nervous..."

Charlie thought for a moment and smiled, "Miss Walker, do you remember the time she gave me a check for a hundred million?"

"Of course!" Dianne smiled, "Wasn't it the time when you graciously distributed medicine to us all at Orvel's Chef Legenda Mansion, and Miss Sarah respectfully gave you that check?"

Charlie nodded.

Dianne asked eagerly, "Master Wade, a mere hundred million shouldn't mean much to you. Why would you be nervous because of that check?"

Charlie smiled and said, "I casually put that hundred million check in my pocket, treating it like another check for eighteen thousand, and casually gave it to my mother-in-law."

Puzzled, Dianne asked, "Then why be nervous? After all, a hundred million is nothing to you."

Charlie smiled faintly and said, "I wouldn't care if I lost that hundred million check, but if it fell into my mother-in-law's hands, I'd lose sleep for a month."

Bladeheart Ronin · Feb 8, 2024

Junlee said:
Chapter 1321: "Unveiling the Privileged Mentor: Dianne's Family Background"

In the eyes of Dianne, Charlie's position was almost second only to her father, Alan.

But this Coach Zhao was oblivious to that fact.

He still thought that Charlie's earlier success was just a stroke of luck, so he continued to convince Dianne without a shadow of doubt.

With a disdainful snort, he said, "Dianne, don't let yourself be deceived by this brat. Such people only know how to talk big, they have no real skills. If you really let him be your coach, you'll definitely have no chance of winning in future competitions!"

Dianne's tone carried a hint of annoyance as she retorted, "I won't allow you to speak ill of Master Wade! Master Wade's abilities are beyond your imagination! If it weren't for Master Wade reminding me today, and if I followed your tactical arrangements, I would have surely lost this match by now. There would be no chance of advancing to the top eight, let alone continuing to compete!"

Coach Zhao hadn't expected Dianne to completely dismiss his words.

This angered him considerably.

Moreover, Dianne mentioned that her tactics, guided by Wade, were superior to his. This made him even more irritated. For someone as stubborn as him, even if Dianne won against the Thai opponent using Charlie's tactics, he wouldn't acknowledge Wade's superiority.

He even thought that if Dianne had followed his tactical arrangements, she might have won even more convincingly.

So, he sarcastically remarked, "Dianne, I'm giving you a chance out of goodwill. Don't underestimate it! Professional fighters from Aurous Hill are lining up to train under me. Choosing you is your luck. If you miss this opportunity, your career is as good as over! You won't make any real progress without my guidance!"

"If you want to become a true national-level athlete in the future, without my guidance, it's just wishful thinking."

Alan hadn't expected Coach Zhao to be so impolite. He spoke up angrily, "Coach Zhao, you're quite audacious in your tone. What makes you think it's my daughter's luck to choose you as her coach? Let me tell you, for my daughter to receive guidance from Master Wade is a rare privilege. As for you, you're just trash!"

Since Dianne usually kept a low profile at school, many people were unaware of her family background or that she was Alan Ward's daughter.

Alan himself was not one to flaunt his wealth or status like other wealthy people in Aurous Hill, so while he was known to some extent, he wasn't widely recognized.

Coach Zhao had trained Dianne for over a year and had never met Alan. He had no idea about Dianne's family background. He assumed she was just a girl from an ordinary family, perhaps even dreaming of making it big in the world of martial arts. Therefore, he thought he had her under his thumb.

But little did he know, she didn't regard him highly at all, even going as far as to call him trash.

This was getting unbearable.

So, he spoke coldly, "To be frank, I, Sherman Zhao, have some connections in the martial arts circle of Aurous Hill and even the whole country. If I want to blacklist someone, it's just a matter of a word. So, before you speak to me, you better weigh your words carefully!"

Chapter 1322: "A Bid for Redemption: Coach Zhao's Desperate Attempt"

Alan's voice was cold: "You're just a martial arts coach, why are you so arrogant? I, Alan Ward, might not be among the top few in terms of strength in Aurous Hill, but I do have some skills. I really don't believe that with just your words, you can blacklist my daughter, Dianne!"

"Alan Ward?!" Sherman Zhao exclaimed, nervously asking, "Are you Alan, the patriarch of the Ward family?"

Alan coldly replied, "Yes, it's me. What about it? Do you have any objections?"

"Absolutely not, absolutely not!" Sherman Zhao hastily smiled and said, "Mr. Ward, I'm really sorry, I didn't expect you to be Dianne's father. I have long admired your name. The martial arts hall at our Aurous Hill University of Finance and Economics was donated by you..."

Alan harbored disdain for him and said coldly, "Alright, you are no longer Dianne's coach now, and there's nothing more to say between us. Please leave."

Sherman Zhao felt extremely regretful. He hadn't expected that he would just show off in front of the famous Alan Ward, and what made it even more unacceptable was that he had lost the qualification to be Dianne's coach.

This loss was truly too great. If he could help Dianne achieve good results, Alan would naturally not treat him unfairly.

There were rumors that Alan was extremely generous. Take the martial arts training hall he donated to Aurous Hill University of Finance and Economics, for example. Although a first-class martial arts training hall could be built with just 10 million dollars, Alan directly donated 27 million dollars to build an internationally top-notch martial arts training hall.

Before, he had only thought that this Alan must be very wealthy. It wasn't until today that he realized Alan's daughter was Dianne Ward.

From this, it could be seen that Alan was willing to donate 27 million to Aurous Hill University of Finance and Economics in order to ensure his daughter could train well in martial arts. If he could help his daughter achieve good results, he would at least give himself a few million in bonuses, right?

Thinking of this, he hurriedly tried to salvage the situation and said sincerely, "Mr. Ward, I must tell you, Dianne is indeed a very talented martial artist. But what she needs most now is a truly professional coach to provide systematic training and tactical guidance."

After speaking, he disdainfully looked at Charlie and said, "Mr. Ward, someone like this young man who only talks big but lacks real experience and strength can never provide genuine guidance. If you hand Dianne over to him, it will only hinder her future! For talented athletes like Dianne, they should be entrusted to professional coaches like me to maximize their potential!"

As soon as Alan heard him repeatedly disrespecting Charlie, he angrily rebuked, "Coach Zhao, I appreciate that you've coached Dianne for over a year, and I don't want to argue with you. But if you continue to be disrespectful to Master Wade, don't blame me, Alan, for being impolite to you!"

Sherman Zhao was extremely annoyed. What had Alan been fed to believe such nonsense? He actually believed in this young loser. If he persisted in his delusions, wouldn't he lose all opportunities?

Thinking of this, he was eager to prove his strength in front of Alan. He had to show that he was much stronger than this Wade guy. Only then could he possibly convince Dianne Ward to train with him again.

Only then could he hitch a ride on the Ward family's big ship!

Chapter 1323: "A Fistful of Lessons: Sherman Zhao's Painful Revelation"

When Sherman Zhao threw a punch at Charlie, he was filled with disdain for him.

He put all his strength into this punch, firmly believing that it would definitely defeat Charlie in front of everyone.

It must be admitted that Sherman Zhao did have some strength.

After all, he had once won the national Sanda championship, and ordinary people were really no match for him.

His punch was fast and fierce, even Dianne, who had also practiced Sanda for many years, couldn't react, let alone Alan and Steven.

However, the speed that Sherman Zhao was proud of seemed like slow motion in Charlie's eyes, completely non-threatening.

Moreover, in his own view, this punch really didn't have any strength.

Even if he stood still and let him punch, this punch wouldn't harm him in the slightest.

However, even though there was no threat to him, Charlie would absolutely not let this loser hit him.

So, just as Sherman Zhao's punch was about to hit his face, he suddenly raised his fist and smashed it towards Sherman Zhao's fist.

Charlie's punch was as fast as a fired cannonball, something Sherman Zhao couldn't react to at all.

Just when Sherman Zhao thought he could surely defeat Charlie with one hit, he suddenly felt as if his right fist was hit by an iron fist. With a loud bang, intense pain and the sound of bones shattering came.

In front of Charlie's fist, his fist was even less than mud. After one punch, his whole fist was completely useless.

Clutching his shattered right fist, Sherman Zhao screamed in pain, while also looking at Charlie with an incredulous expression.

He couldn't understand how this young man could have such terrifying, almost abnormal strength.

To erupt with such powerful strength with just one punch far exceeded his understanding.

At this moment, Charlie looked at him disdainfully and said coldly, "With your level, wanting to train a world champion is still far away. Instead of wasting time on being aggressive everywhere, you might as well practice your professional skills properly to avoid embarrassing yourself."

Although Sherman Zhao was full of resentment towards Charlie, he didn't dare to defy him anymore and could only leave the scene in embarrassment.

At this moment, Dianne smiled at Charlie and said, "Master Wade, you are now my coach. When will you be ready to guide me in practice?"

Charlie smiled and asked her, "When is your next match?"

Dianne hurriedly replied, "The next match is the day after tomorrow afternoon."

Charlie then asked, "Who are you fighting in the next match?"

Dianne thought for a moment and nervously said, "I'm the winner of Group 5, and according to the rules, I have to fight against the winner of Group 6 in the next match. The third-seeded player in this match is from Brazil, Joanna... Oh God, I'm sure I can't beat her..."

Chapter 1324: "Beyond Limits: Dianne's Journey with Charlie's Miracle Medicine"

Charlie smiled and said, "The fight hasn't even started yet, how do you know you can't beat her? From what I see, you can definitely defeat this Joanna."

Dianne said somewhat ashamedly, "Master Wade, Dianne knows her own strength very well. This Joanna is very strong, she's one of the top female MMA fighters in Brazil. Her strength is indeed much greater than mine, I don't stand a chance against her..."

Charlie leaned close to her ear and chuckled, "Don't forget the miracle medicine I gave you last time. Although your physical condition is already very good, there's still a big gap compared to true experts. However, if you take that miracle medicine, your physical strength, reaction speed, everything will greatly improve. I believe your strength will also advance significantly, defeating that Brazilian Joanna will be a piece of cake!"

Only then did Dianne remember the miracle medicine Charlie had given her before.

At that time, she had gone to Master Wade to seek medicine on behalf of her father. She only intended to ask for one medicine, but unexpectedly Master Wade gave them two, so her father gave her the other one.

However, she had always kept the miracle medicine properly and never thought of taking it.

Mainly because she didn't know that this miracle medicine could also enhance one's strength. At that time, she only thought it was a healing medicine for injuries, so she had always kept it properly for emergencies.

So Dianne looked at Charlie in surprise and asked, "Master Wade, can that miracle medicine you gave me really enhance personal strength?"

"Of course it can," Charlie nodded and said, "It can enhance various aspects of your physical condition. Although your physical condition is already strong, honestly speaking, there is still a gap compared to Latin Americans. Genetic differences are sometimes hard to overcome, just like how sprinting is always dominated by black people because of their explosive power, which is much stronger than other races."

With that, Charlie continued, "However, if you take the miracle medicine I gave you, it can fundamentally improve your physical capabilities, even surpassing those people."

Dianne hurriedly asked, "Master Wade, if I take it, will your miracle medicine show up in doping tests? Doping tests in sports competitions are very strict. If it's found that you've taken stimulants, you could be disqualified or even banned permanently..."

Charlie smiled, "You can rest assured. My miracle medicine relies on exquisite formulas and pure medicinal power, it has nothing to do with chemically refined stimulants. There won't be any problems."

Dianne exclaimed excitedly, "Then I'll go back today and take that miracle medicine!"

Charlie nodded, "I'll come over the day after tomorrow when you have your match."

"That's great!"

Dianne was extremely excited, cheering happily.

Alan on the side quickly said respectfully, "Master Wade, it's almost noon now. Why don't you honor us by coming to our home for a meal? You can have a home-cooked meal at our place."

Charlie initially wanted to decline, but he thought that if Dianne was going to take the medicine in the afternoon, he could closely monitor her and help her absorb the medicine's power.

Besides, Claire had been working overtime at the company at noon recently and usually didn't come home for lunch. His father-in-law was also busy with activities at the elderly university with Merit, so he definitely wouldn't be coming home at noon.

There was only his mother-in-law, Elaine, at home, and there was no need to go back to cook for her.

So he nodded and said, "Since that's the case, I'll come over and bother you for a while, and help Dianne absorb the medicine's power in the afternoon."

Alan and Dianne, father and daughter, were both delighted to hear that Charlie agreed to come to their home for a meal. Charlie had never visited their home before, so both of them were looking forward to it and hoped to further deepen their relationship with Charlie through this visit.

Especially Claire, Dianne, who had been infatuated with Charlie for quite some time, had been hoping for an opportunity to develop her relationship with Charlie further, and today's opportunity couldn't be better.

Chapter 1325: "Behind Closed Doors: Sherman's Secret Meeting and Kazuki's Skepticism"

Seeing that Charlie would be visiting her home for lunch, Dianne happily went to the lounge to change clothes. Before leaving, she said to Charlie, "Master Wade, please wait for me for a moment. I need to take a shower, but don't worry, I'll be quick."

Charlie nodded and smiled, "No rush, you go ahead."

Alan, who was nearby, suggested, "Master Wade, it's quite messy in here. How about we move to the car to rest for a while? I had someone bring the RV today."

Charlie smiled faintly, "Alright, let's go to the car then."

Steven hurriedly and enthusiastically said, "Master Wade, please!"

As Charlie left the venue with Alan and Steven, Sherman Zhao, who had just had his right fist broken by Charlie, came to an athlete's lounge with a dark expression.

At the door of the lounge hung a Japanese flag, with the words "Japanese Player: Ito Nanako" written on it.

Sherman Zhao hesitated for a moment at the door, but still knocked on the door of the lounge.

Soon, the door was opened by a young man who spoke fluent Chinese. He looked at Sherman Zhao with suspicion and asked, "Who are you?"

Sherman Zhao hurriedly smiled and said, "Hello, I would like to see Miss Ito Nanako and her coach, Mr. Kazuki Yamamoto."

The young man turned to the middle-aged man and the young girl inside the lounge and said, "Mr. Yamamoto, Miss Ito, this gentleman is here to see you both."

Kazuki Yamamoto's sword-like eyebrows furrowed as he questioned, "Who are you? Do we know each other?"

With a smirk, Sherman Zhao humbly said, "Mr. Yamamoto, I am Sherman Zhao. Ten years ago, in a Sanda competition, I represented China in the match, but I lost to you back then. Do you remember?"

Kazuki Yamamoto arrogantly replied, "There are countless people who have lost to me. How could I remember each one?"

Feeling embarrassed, Sherman Zhao nodded and continued, "Um, Mr. Yamamoto, I also have another identity. I am the former coach of Dianne Ward, a participant from China in this competition. Oh, no, I've already resigned."

Kazuki Yamamoto frowned and said, "Dianne Ward? Why haven't I heard of this participant? Among the top five seeded players in this competition, there shouldn't be such a person, right?"

Sherman Zhao quickly nodded, "Yes, she has never been selected as a seeded player before, so you might not have paid attention to her."

Kazuki Yamamoto asked coldly, "Then what do you want with me?"

Sherman Zhao hurriedly said, "I want to give you some information. This Dianne has found a very cunning and ruthless guy as her coach. If Ito Nanako encounters Dianne in the subsequent matches, be careful of her coach!"

Kazuki Yamamoto disdainfully said, "I don't believe that such a person would be anything remarkable. I, Kazuki Yamamoto, am a national treasure-level martial artist in Japan. The disciples I've trained are also national treasure-level Sanda fighters. With Nanako's abilities, not to mention the world's college students, even if it's the Olympics with participants from all over the world, Nanako has the ability to win the gold medal! Let me tell you, Nanako's participation in this competition is just for practice. Her real goal is the next Olympics, to win the gold medal!"

Sherman Zhao nodded and flattered, "I know, Mr. Yamamoto, you're incredibly talented, and naturally, the disciples you've personally trained are very powerful. But the young man I'm talking about indeed has some skills. Look at my right hand!"

As he spoke, Sherman Zhao immediately offered his right hand.

Kazuki Yamamoto's expression froze when he saw the injury on Sherman Zhao's right hand.

Chapter 1326: "Secrets and Subterfuge: Sherman's Deal with the Enemy"

He asked, "Your injuries are fresh; the blood hasn't even scabbed over. It must have happened within the last half hour, right?"

"Yes," Sherman Zhao replied. "You see, that kid I mentioned only used his fists to cripple my right hand. Can even Mr. Yamamoto achieve such strength?"

With these words, Kazuki Yamamoto immediately became serious.

He was also a martial artist, but he knew that the human body had its limits, and they were quite low.

A person's fist was composed of the four major elements of flesh, bones, tendons, and skin. Striking soft areas like the abdomen or face could be done without injuring oneself, but when using a fist to strike the opponent's fist, it was a straightforward clash.

However, whose fist could be so strong that it could smash someone else's fist with just one blow?

Thinking of this, he hurriedly asked, "Did that young man who damaged your fist sustain serious injuries himself?"

Sherman Zhao replied resentfully, "He's completely unharmed! That's the most bizarre part. This guy's body seems extremely tough, like steel. I'm worried he might have some internal martial arts. If he passes it on to Dianne, then Miss Ito Nanako might have a hard time winning this competition!"

Kazuki Yamamoto finally took this issue seriously.

He nodded, his expression dark, and said, "Dianne Ward, right? I'll remember that."

With that, he turned to Sherman Zhao and asked, "Why did you choose to help us?"

Sherman Zhao hurriedly replied, "Mr. Yamamoto, to be frank, that kid took my job and crippled my right hand. I hate him to the core! And he also said he's confident enough to help Dianne win this championship and claimed that Miss Ito Nanako is not a match for Dianne at all. So, I sincerely hope that Miss Ito Nanako can defeat Dianne and thwart his plans!"

Kazuki Yamamoto nodded and said, "Alright, I understand. I'll take this seriously and make sure they don't succeed. You may leave."

Sherman Zhao nodded and bowed, saying, "Then, Mr. Yamamoto, I'll take my leave."

At this moment, the girl in the room, who had changed into a tracksuit with long sleeves and pants, spoke in an extremely gentle voice, "Tanaka-san, please give this gentleman a check for ¥100,000 to thank him for providing us with such crucial information."

This girl was extremely beautiful, with a Japanese-style straight bangs hairstyle. If you only saw her, you would think she was the most gentle, elegant, and quintessential Japanese woman, but you would never imagine that she was also a master of mixed martial arts and karate.

The young man who had opened the door for Sherman Zhao immediately nodded respectfully and said, "Yes, Miss Ito!"

After that, he took out a checkbook from his pocket and wrote a ¥100,000 check, handing it to Sherman Zhao.

"This is a token of appreciation from our young lady. Please accept it!"

Sherman Zhao came to see Kazuki Yamamoto and Ito Nanako only to cause trouble for Dianne and Charlie, trying his best to prevent them from winning. In plain terms, he wanted to ruin their chances while gaining nothing for himself.

However, he didn't expect Ito Nanako to be so generous, giving him ¥100,000 as a reward!

This made him pleasantly surprised. He accepted the check, bowed repeatedly to express his gratitude, and then left Ito Nanako's resting room feeling satisfied.

Chapter 1327: "The Pride of Japan: Kazuki Yamamoto's Belief in Ito Nanako's Potential"

After Sherman Zhao left, Ito Nanako walked up to Kazuki Yamamoto and asked, "Master, although Sherman Zhao's strength is far inferior to yours, he is considered to be in the upper-middle range in the field of Sanda. The young man he mentioned was able to injure him to such an extent without sustaining any injuries himself. It seems that he is indeed very formidable."

Curiously, Kazuki Yamamoto asked, "Nanako, how do you know that Sherman Zhao is quite skilled?"

Ito Nanako smiled and replied, "Master, your disciple has watched all of your match recordings and thoroughly studied every one of your matches. So, I have also seen the entire process of your match with Sherman Zhao. His strength should be about 70% of yours."

"I see!"

Kazuki Yamamoto sighed and praised, "Nanako, this is why I took you as my direct disciple!"

"You are so eager to learn and work hard. With your family background, you didn't need to strive so hard for a little fame."

"The power of the Ito family is enough to make you a top-tier rich second generation envied by countless people in Japan. But you insist on immersing yourself in martial arts. It's truly remarkable!"

"I believe that given time, you will definitely surpass me and become a top-notch expert in Japan that we can all be proud of!"

Ito Nanako modestly replied, "Master, you praise me too much. Nanako only wants to do her best to perfect her martial arts, not to disappoint you and the high expectations the Ito family has for me."

Kazuki Yamamoto nodded and said, "Don't forget, behind you, there are over a hundred million Japanese citizens eagerly anticipating you bringing glory to our country!"

With that, Kazuki Yamamoto sighed lightly and remarked, "I have long believed that you could become Japan's pride, and I am confident you will!"

Ito Nanako earnestly nodded, "Rest assured, Master. Nanako will spare no effort to make the nation proud!"

Kazuki Yamamoto grunted and said, "Next, I want to go see that Dianne and her coach."

...

At this moment, Dianne had already changed into her casual clothes and walked out of the gym carrying her training bag.

Meanwhile, Charlie was sitting in the spacious and luxurious motorhome of the Ward family, savoring the kung fu tea brewed by Steven for him.

This luxurious motorhome owned by Alan was indeed extraordinary.

From the outside, it looked like an ordinary long-distance bus, with no hint of its true nature.

But upon entering, one would discover a completely different world inside.

Apart from the driver's seat, the entire compartment had been completely redesigned.

Inside, there were not only spacious and luxurious living rooms, luxurious and abundant lounges with bars, but also two extremely comfortable bedrooms and a bathroom with a shower.

According to Alan, this vehicle was specially purchased for his daughter's competitions.

Dianne often had to travel across the country to participate in competitions. Whether by car, train, or plane, there would always be some physical strain upon arriving at the destination.

Sports competitions themselves demand high levels of physical stamina and body condition, so he didn't want her performance to be affected by the journey. That's why he bought this vehicle specifically to accompany her on her travels across the country.

In Alan's words, riding in this vehicle was not only comfortable and stable but also safer. It was like a mobile home. Even after sitting in the car for ten or twenty hours straight, Dianne wouldn't feel the slightest bit tired, ensuring that she maintained an excellent competitive state throughout.

Chapter 1329: "Love on the Lake: Charlie and Dianne's Bonding Time"

Charlie didn't expect Dianne to have a speedboat here.

Seeing her eager expression, he smiled and said, "Sure, let's go take a look together. But how's your driving skill? You won't throw me into the lake, right?"

Dianne blushed shyly and said, "How could that happen, Master Wade? My skills are steady, you can trust me! Even if you really fall into the lake, I can rescue you."

Steven, who was on the side, quickly said, "Sis, take me along, I want to go too..."

Steven was not Dianne's biological brother; they were only cousins through their grandmother. So, Steven didn't usually live in this villa, he just came over occasionally as a guest.

So, when he heard Dianne say she wanted to go boating, he couldn't help but feel a bit eager.

Dianne glared at him and scolded, "Why do you want to go everywhere? Why are you everywhere?"

Steven pouted in grievance, wanting to say something, but Alan on the side said to him, "Steven, come with me, I have something to tell you."

Seeing his uncle speak like this, Steven dared not say anything more and simply nodded obediently, "Okay, Uncle."

Meanwhile, Dianne affectionately linked her arm with Charlie's and said, "Master Wade, let's hurry up and play for a while, or else it'll be time for dinner soon."

Charlie nodded and went with her to the lakeside.

At this time, Alan whispered to Steven, "You, boy, you've been obedient for a while now, how come you're so oblivious?"

Steven asked in a puzzled and aggrieved manner, "Uncle, what did I do wrong? Wasn't I obedient?"

Alan whispered back, "Are you stupid? Can't you see I'm trying to set up your sister with Master Wade? Yet you eagerly want to be a third wheel, aren't you ruining your sister's good fortune?"

"I..." Steven hesitated for a moment in embarrassment, then whispered, "Uncle, but Master Wade is already married..."

Alan snorted and retorted, "So what if he's married? Who says he can't divorce? As long as in the future, Master Wade divorces and marries your sister, then Master Wade will be our Ward family's son-in-law, right?"

Steven was dumbfounded for a moment, then nodded reluctantly, "Alright, Uncle, you're right..."

After saying that, he thought for a moment, then smirked and said, "Uncle, if Master Wade becomes my future brother-in-law, then I'll be awesome. Who in Aurous Hill would dare to mess with me?"

Alan smiled faintly and said, "If Master Wade really becomes your sister's husband, I don't think anyone in the whole country would dare to mess with you."

Steven was excited, clapping his hands and laughing, "Haha, that would be great!"

Meanwhile, Dianne led Charlie to a small dock by the lake.

Here, there was a lightweight steel-structured boat dock, with an imported small speedboat moored inside.

This kind of speedboat only had six seats in total, not very large, but surprisingly, it was equipped with four 400-horsepower Yamaha boat engines at the stern.

Charlie was almost speechless, blurting out, "For a boat of this size, usually, just one 200-horsepower engine is enough to make it fast. But this boat has four 400-horsepower engines, are you trying to fly?"

Dianne stuck out her tongue and laughed, "This reservoir is usually closed off, and there are no other boats on it, so it's fun to go fast!"

As she spoke, she jumped into the boat, grinning, "When I was on vacation abroad, I found that people overseas like to play with super high horsepower speedboats. Ferrari even released a Riva Ferrari speedboat. I drove one abroad once, it was quite exciting, but it lacked a bit of power. So, I specially customized this speedboat, with the power configuration doubled compared to the Ferrari speedboat!"

Charlie chuckled, "Just hearing you say that, I'm getting a bit nervous."

Chapter 1330: "Speed and Serenity: Dianne's Wild Ride with Charlie"

Dianne smiled and said, "Master Wade, please trust Dianne's skills!"

Charlie nodded and stepped onto the speedboat, sitting beside Dianne.

At this moment, Dianne pressed the start button, and the four V8 engines roared simultaneously. The deep idling sound was even more powerful than that of a supercar.

Dianne slowly drove the speedboat out of the dock, then mischievously smiled at Charlie and said, "Master Wade, hold on tight!"

With that, she suddenly pushed the throttle to the maximum!

The entire speedboat burst out with tremendous power and surged forward suddenly.

Although Charlie was prepared, he was still shocked by the immense power of the speedboat.

The lake was very wide, so driving a speedboat didn't require the constant attention to road conditions like driving on land.

On the lake, it was even possible to close your eyes while driving. The entire lake instantly became Dianne's unrestricted playground.

Her personality was both gentle and strong, and her fiery temperament destined her to prefer this kind of thrilling extreme sport.

However, what Dianne didn't expect was that Charlie remained calm and composed throughout the journey, which left her feeling somewhat disappointed.

The reason she invited Charlie to ride on the boat was to see him nervous. After all, everyone who had ridden on her boat before had been nervous and scared.

She thought that even if Charlie wasn't afraid, he would at least look nervous, so she could feel a sense of mischievous satisfaction.

But to her surprise, Charlie showed no signs of change at all.

Even though she had pushed the boat's power to the limit, making it feel like flying just above the water surface, Charlie remained indifferent.

In fact, Charlie was somewhat nervous inside.

But he felt that he definitely couldn't show this nervousness in front of Dianne, otherwise wouldn't he be easily manipulated by this little girl?

Dianne kept accelerating, until even she herself felt a bit scared. Finally, she gave up trying and gradually slowed down the boat, stopping it in the middle of the lake. Pouting, she said to Charlie, "Master Wade, aren't you ever nervous or scared?"

Charlie smiled, "Sometimes I get nervous, but I've never been scared."

Dianne hurriedly asked, "Then Master Wade, in what kind of situations do you get nervous? Could you give Dianne a few examples? Please, I really want to know, what exactly makes Master Wade nervous..."

Charlie thought for a moment and smiled, "Miss Walker, do you remember the time she gave me a check for a hundred million?"

"Of course!" Dianne smiled, "Wasn't it the time when you graciously distributed medicine to us all at Orvel's Chef Legenda Mansion, and Miss Sarah respectfully gave you that check?"

Charlie nodded.

Dianne asked eagerly, "Master Wade, a mere hundred million shouldn't mean much to you. Why would you be nervous because of that check?"

Charlie smiled and said, "I casually put that hundred million check in my pocket, treating it like another check for eighteen thousand, and casually gave it to my mother-in-law."

Puzzled, Dianne asked, "Then why be nervous? After all, a hundred million is nothing to you."

Charlie smiled faintly and said, "I wouldn't care if I lost that hundred million check, but if it fell into my mother-in-law's hands, I'd lose sleep for a month."

Of course I get nervous.
After you kiss me you'll witness first hand how nervous I can get.

Bladeheart Ronin · Feb 8, 2024

Junlee said:
Chapter 1321: "Unveiling the Privileged Mentor: Dianne's Family Background"

In the eyes of Dianne, Charlie's position was almost second only to her father, Alan.

But this Coach Zhao was oblivious to that fact.

He still thought that Charlie's earlier success was just a stroke of luck, so he continued to convince Dianne without a shadow of doubt.

With a disdainful snort, he said, "Dianne, don't let yourself be deceived by this brat. Such people only know how to talk big, they have no real skills. If you really let him be your coach, you'll definitely have no chance of winning in future competitions!"

Dianne's tone carried a hint of annoyance as she retorted, "I won't allow you to speak ill of Master Wade! Master Wade's abilities are beyond your imagination! If it weren't for Master Wade reminding me today, and if I followed your tactical arrangements, I would have surely lost this match by now. There would be no chance of advancing to the top eight, let alone continuing to compete!"

Coach Zhao hadn't expected Dianne to completely dismiss his words.

This angered him considerably.

Moreover, Dianne mentioned that her tactics, guided by Wade, were superior to his. This made him even more irritated. For someone as stubborn as him, even if Dianne won against the Thai opponent using Charlie's tactics, he wouldn't acknowledge Wade's superiority.

He even thought that if Dianne had followed his tactical arrangements, she might have won even more convincingly.

So, he sarcastically remarked, "Dianne, I'm giving you a chance out of goodwill. Don't underestimate it! Professional fighters from Aurous Hill are lining up to train under me. Choosing you is your luck. If you miss this opportunity, your career is as good as over! You won't make any real progress without my guidance!"

"If you want to become a true national-level athlete in the future, without my guidance, it's just wishful thinking."

Alan hadn't expected Coach Zhao to be so impolite. He spoke up angrily, "Coach Zhao, you're quite audacious in your tone. What makes you think it's my daughter's luck to choose you as her coach? Let me tell you, for my daughter to receive guidance from Master Wade is a rare privilege. As for you, you're just trash!"

Since Dianne usually kept a low profile at school, many people were unaware of her family background or that she was Alan Ward's daughter.

Alan himself was not one to flaunt his wealth or status like other wealthy people in Aurous Hill, so while he was known to some extent, he wasn't widely recognized.

Coach Zhao had trained Dianne for over a year and had never met Alan. He had no idea about Dianne's family background. He assumed she was just a girl from an ordinary family, perhaps even dreaming of making it big in the world of martial arts. Therefore, he thought he had her under his thumb.

But little did he know, she didn't regard him highly at all, even going as far as to call him trash.

This was getting unbearable.

So, he spoke coldly, "To be frank, I, Sherman Zhao, have some connections in the martial arts circle of Aurous Hill and even the whole country. If I want to blacklist someone, it's just a matter of a word. So, before you speak to me, you better weigh your words carefully!"

Chapter 1322: "A Bid for Redemption: Coach Zhao's Desperate Attempt"

Alan's voice was cold: "You're just a martial arts coach, why are you so arrogant? I, Alan Ward, might not be among the top few in terms of strength in Aurous Hill, but I do have some skills. I really don't believe that with just your words, you can blacklist my daughter, Dianne!"

"Alan Ward?!" Sherman Zhao exclaimed, nervously asking, "Are you Alan, the patriarch of the Ward family?"

Alan coldly replied, "Yes, it's me. What about it? Do you have any objections?"

"Absolutely not, absolutely not!" Sherman Zhao hastily smiled and said, "Mr. Ward, I'm really sorry, I didn't expect you to be Dianne's father. I have long admired your name. The martial arts hall at our Aurous Hill University of Finance and Economics was donated by you..."

Alan harbored disdain for him and said coldly, "Alright, you are no longer Dianne's coach now, and there's nothing more to say between us. Please leave."

Sherman Zhao felt extremely regretful. He hadn't expected that he would just show off in front of the famous Alan Ward, and what made it even more unacceptable was that he had lost the qualification to be Dianne's coach.

This loss was truly too great. If he could help Dianne achieve good results, Alan would naturally not treat him unfairly.

There were rumors that Alan was extremely generous. Take the martial arts training hall he donated to Aurous Hill University of Finance and Economics, for example. Although a first-class martial arts training hall could be built with just 10 million dollars, Alan directly donated 27 million dollars to build an internationally top-notch martial arts training hall.

Before, he had only thought that this Alan must be very wealthy. It wasn't until today that he realized Alan's daughter was Dianne Ward.

From this, it could be seen that Alan was willing to donate 27 million to Aurous Hill University of Finance and Economics in order to ensure his daughter could train well in martial arts. If he could help his daughter achieve good results, he would at least give himself a few million in bonuses, right?

Thinking of this, he hurriedly tried to salvage the situation and said sincerely, "Mr. Ward, I must tell you, Dianne is indeed a very talented martial artist. But what she needs most now is a truly professional coach to provide systematic training and tactical guidance."

After speaking, he disdainfully looked at Charlie and said, "Mr. Ward, someone like this young man who only talks big but lacks real experience and strength can never provide genuine guidance. If you hand Dianne over to him, it will only hinder her future! For talented athletes like Dianne, they should be entrusted to professional coaches like me to maximize their potential!"

As soon as Alan heard him repeatedly disrespecting Charlie, he angrily rebuked, "Coach Zhao, I appreciate that you've coached Dianne for over a year, and I don't want to argue with you. But if you continue to be disrespectful to Master Wade, don't blame me, Alan, for being impolite to you!"

Sherman Zhao was extremely annoyed. What had Alan been fed to believe such nonsense? He actually believed in this young loser. If he persisted in his delusions, wouldn't he lose all opportunities?

Thinking of this, he was eager to prove his strength in front of Alan. He had to show that he was much stronger than this Wade guy. Only then could he possibly convince Dianne Ward to train with him again.

Only then could he hitch a ride on the Ward family's big ship!

Chapter 1323: "A Fistful of Lessons: Sherman Zhao's Painful Revelation"

When Sherman Zhao threw a punch at Charlie, he was filled with disdain for him.

He put all his strength into this punch, firmly believing that it would definitely defeat Charlie in front of everyone.

It must be admitted that Sherman Zhao did have some strength.

After all, he had once won the national Sanda championship, and ordinary people were really no match for him.

His punch was fast and fierce, even Dianne, who had also practiced Sanda for many years, couldn't react, let alone Alan and Steven.

However, the speed that Sherman Zhao was proud of seemed like slow motion in Charlie's eyes, completely non-threatening.

Moreover, in his own view, this punch really didn't have any strength.

Even if he stood still and let him punch, this punch wouldn't harm him in the slightest.

However, even though there was no threat to him, Charlie would absolutely not let this loser hit him.

So, just as Sherman Zhao's punch was about to hit his face, he suddenly raised his fist and smashed it towards Sherman Zhao's fist.

Charlie's punch was as fast as a fired cannonball, something Sherman Zhao couldn't react to at all.

Just when Sherman Zhao thought he could surely defeat Charlie with one hit, he suddenly felt as if his right fist was hit by an iron fist. With a loud bang, intense pain and the sound of bones shattering came.

In front of Charlie's fist, his fist was even less than mud. After one punch, his whole fist was completely useless.

Clutching his shattered right fist, Sherman Zhao screamed in pain, while also looking at Charlie with an incredulous expression.

He couldn't understand how this young man could have such terrifying, almost abnormal strength.

To erupt with such powerful strength with just one punch far exceeded his understanding.

At this moment, Charlie looked at him disdainfully and said coldly, "With your level, wanting to train a world champion is still far away. Instead of wasting time on being aggressive everywhere, you might as well practice your professional skills properly to avoid embarrassing yourself."

Although Sherman Zhao was full of resentment towards Charlie, he didn't dare to defy him anymore and could only leave the scene in embarrassment.

At this moment, Dianne smiled at Charlie and said, "Master Wade, you are now my coach. When will you be ready to guide me in practice?"

Charlie smiled and asked her, "When is your next match?"

Dianne hurriedly replied, "The next match is the day after tomorrow afternoon."

Charlie then asked, "Who are you fighting in the next match?"

Dianne thought for a moment and nervously said, "I'm the winner of Group 5, and according to the rules, I have to fight against the winner of Group 6 in the next match. The third-seeded player in this match is from Brazil, Joanna... Oh God, I'm sure I can't beat her..."

Chapter 1324: "Beyond Limits: Dianne's Journey with Charlie's Miracle Medicine"

Charlie smiled and said, "The fight hasn't even started yet, how do you know you can't beat her? From what I see, you can definitely defeat this Joanna."

Dianne said somewhat ashamedly, "Master Wade, Dianne knows her own strength very well. This Joanna is very strong, she's one of the top female MMA fighters in Brazil. Her strength is indeed much greater than mine, I don't stand a chance against her..."

Charlie leaned close to her ear and chuckled, "Don't forget the miracle medicine I gave you last time. Although your physical condition is already very good, there's still a big gap compared to true experts. However, if you take that miracle medicine, your physical strength, reaction speed, everything will greatly improve. I believe your strength will also advance significantly, defeating that Brazilian Joanna will be a piece of cake!"

Only then did Dianne remember the miracle medicine Charlie had given her before.

At that time, she had gone to Master Wade to seek medicine on behalf of her father. She only intended to ask for one medicine, but unexpectedly Master Wade gave them two, so her father gave her the other one.

However, she had always kept the miracle medicine properly and never thought of taking it.

Mainly because she didn't know that this miracle medicine could also enhance one's strength. At that time, she only thought it was a healing medicine for injuries, so she had always kept it properly for emergencies.

So Dianne looked at Charlie in surprise and asked, "Master Wade, can that miracle medicine you gave me really enhance personal strength?"

"Of course it can," Charlie nodded and said, "It can enhance various aspects of your physical condition. Although your physical condition is already strong, honestly speaking, there is still a gap compared to Latin Americans. Genetic differences are sometimes hard to overcome, just like how sprinting is always dominated by black people because of their explosive power, which is much stronger than other races."

With that, Charlie continued, "However, if you take the miracle medicine I gave you, it can fundamentally improve your physical capabilities, even surpassing those people."

Dianne hurriedly asked, "Master Wade, if I take it, will your miracle medicine show up in doping tests? Doping tests in sports competitions are very strict. If it's found that you've taken stimulants, you could be disqualified or even banned permanently..."

Charlie smiled, "You can rest assured. My miracle medicine relies on exquisite formulas and pure medicinal power, it has nothing to do with chemically refined stimulants. There won't be any problems."

Dianne exclaimed excitedly, "Then I'll go back today and take that miracle medicine!"

Charlie nodded, "I'll come over the day after tomorrow when you have your match."

"That's great!"

Dianne was extremely excited, cheering happily.

Alan on the side quickly said respectfully, "Master Wade, it's almost noon now. Why don't you honor us by coming to our home for a meal? You can have a home-cooked meal at our place."

Charlie initially wanted to decline, but he thought that if Dianne was going to take the medicine in the afternoon, he could closely monitor her and help her absorb the medicine's power.

Besides, Claire had been working overtime at the company at noon recently and usually didn't come home for lunch. His father-in-law was also busy with activities at the elderly university with Merit, so he definitely wouldn't be coming home at noon.

There was only his mother-in-law, Elaine, at home, and there was no need to go back to cook for her.

So he nodded and said, "Since that's the case, I'll come over and bother you for a while, and help Dianne absorb the medicine's power in the afternoon."

Alan and Dianne, father and daughter, were both delighted to hear that Charlie agreed to come to their home for a meal. Charlie had never visited their home before, so both of them were looking forward to it and hoped to further deepen their relationship with Charlie through this visit.

Especially Claire, Dianne, who had been infatuated with Charlie for quite some time, had been hoping for an opportunity to develop her relationship with Charlie further, and today's opportunity couldn't be better.

Chapter 1325: "Behind Closed Doors: Sherman's Secret Meeting and Kazuki's Skepticism"

Seeing that Charlie would be visiting her home for lunch, Dianne happily went to the lounge to change clothes. Before leaving, she said to Charlie, "Master Wade, please wait for me for a moment. I need to take a shower, but don't worry, I'll be quick."

Charlie nodded and smiled, "No rush, you go ahead."

Alan, who was nearby, suggested, "Master Wade, it's quite messy in here. How about we move to the car to rest for a while? I had someone bring the RV today."

Charlie smiled faintly, "Alright, let's go to the car then."

Steven hurriedly and enthusiastically said, "Master Wade, please!"

As Charlie left the venue with Alan and Steven, Sherman Zhao, who had just had his right fist broken by Charlie, came to an athlete's lounge with a dark expression.

At the door of the lounge hung a Japanese flag, with the words "Japanese Player: Ito Nanako" written on it.

Sherman Zhao hesitated for a moment at the door, but still knocked on the door of the lounge.

Soon, the door was opened by a young man who spoke fluent Chinese. He looked at Sherman Zhao with suspicion and asked, "Who are you?"

Sherman Zhao hurriedly smiled and said, "Hello, I would like to see Miss Ito Nanako and her coach, Mr. Kazuki Yamamoto."

The young man turned to the middle-aged man and the young girl inside the lounge and said, "Mr. Yamamoto, Miss Ito, this gentleman is here to see you both."

Kazuki Yamamoto's sword-like eyebrows furrowed as he questioned, "Who are you? Do we know each other?"

With a smirk, Sherman Zhao humbly said, "Mr. Yamamoto, I am Sherman Zhao. Ten years ago, in a Sanda competition, I represented China in the match, but I lost to you back then. Do you remember?"

Kazuki Yamamoto arrogantly replied, "There are countless people who have lost to me. How could I remember each one?"

Feeling embarrassed, Sherman Zhao nodded and continued, "Um, Mr. Yamamoto, I also have another identity. I am the former coach of Dianne Ward, a participant from China in this competition. Oh, no, I've already resigned."

Kazuki Yamamoto frowned and said, "Dianne Ward? Why haven't I heard of this participant? Among the top five seeded players in this competition, there shouldn't be such a person, right?"

Sherman Zhao quickly nodded, "Yes, she has never been selected as a seeded player before, so you might not have paid attention to her."

Kazuki Yamamoto asked coldly, "Then what do you want with me?"

Sherman Zhao hurriedly said, "I want to give you some information. This Dianne has found a very cunning and ruthless guy as her coach. If Ito Nanako encounters Dianne in the subsequent matches, be careful of her coach!"

Kazuki Yamamoto disdainfully said, "I don't believe that such a person would be anything remarkable. I, Kazuki Yamamoto, am a national treasure-level martial artist in Japan. The disciples I've trained are also national treasure-level Sanda fighters. With Nanako's abilities, not to mention the world's college students, even if it's the Olympics with participants from all over the world, Nanako has the ability to win the gold medal! Let me tell you, Nanako's participation in this competition is just for practice. Her real goal is the next Olympics, to win the gold medal!"

Sherman Zhao nodded and flattered, "I know, Mr. Yamamoto, you're incredibly talented, and naturally, the disciples you've personally trained are very powerful. But the young man I'm talking about indeed has some skills. Look at my right hand!"

As he spoke, Sherman Zhao immediately offered his right hand.

Kazuki Yamamoto's expression froze when he saw the injury on Sherman Zhao's right hand.

Chapter 1326: "Secrets and Subterfuge: Sherman's Deal with the Enemy"

He asked, "Your injuries are fresh; the blood hasn't even scabbed over. It must have happened within the last half hour, right?"

"Yes," Sherman Zhao replied. "You see, that kid I mentioned only used his fists to cripple my right hand. Can even Mr. Yamamoto achieve such strength?"

With these words, Kazuki Yamamoto immediately became serious.

He was also a martial artist, but he knew that the human body had its limits, and they were quite low.

A person's fist was composed of the four major elements of flesh, bones, tendons, and skin. Striking soft areas like the abdomen or face could be done without injuring oneself, but when using a fist to strike the opponent's fist, it was a straightforward clash.

However, whose fist could be so strong that it could smash someone else's fist with just one blow?

Thinking of this, he hurriedly asked, "Did that young man who damaged your fist sustain serious injuries himself?"

Sherman Zhao replied resentfully, "He's completely unharmed! That's the most bizarre part. This guy's body seems extremely tough, like steel. I'm worried he might have some internal martial arts. If he passes it on to Dianne, then Miss Ito Nanako might have a hard time winning this competition!"

Kazuki Yamamoto finally took this issue seriously.

He nodded, his expression dark, and said, "Dianne Ward, right? I'll remember that."

With that, he turned to Sherman Zhao and asked, "Why did you choose to help us?"

Sherman Zhao hurriedly replied, "Mr. Yamamoto, to be frank, that kid took my job and crippled my right hand. I hate him to the core! And he also said he's confident enough to help Dianne win this championship and claimed that Miss Ito Nanako is not a match for Dianne at all. So, I sincerely hope that Miss Ito Nanako can defeat Dianne and thwart his plans!"

Kazuki Yamamoto nodded and said, "Alright, I understand. I'll take this seriously and make sure they don't succeed. You may leave."

Sherman Zhao nodded and bowed, saying, "Then, Mr. Yamamoto, I'll take my leave."

At this moment, the girl in the room, who had changed into a tracksuit with long sleeves and pants, spoke in an extremely gentle voice, "Tanaka-san, please give this gentleman a check for ¥100,000 to thank him for providing us with such crucial information."

This girl was extremely beautiful, with a Japanese-style straight bangs hairstyle. If you only saw her, you would think she was the most gentle, elegant, and quintessential Japanese woman, but you would never imagine that she was also a master of mixed martial arts and karate.

The young man who had opened the door for Sherman Zhao immediately nodded respectfully and said, "Yes, Miss Ito!"

After that, he took out a checkbook from his pocket and wrote a ¥100,000 check, handing it to Sherman Zhao.

"This is a token of appreciation from our young lady. Please accept it!"

Sherman Zhao came to see Kazuki Yamamoto and Ito Nanako only to cause trouble for Dianne and Charlie, trying his best to prevent them from winning. In plain terms, he wanted to ruin their chances while gaining nothing for himself.

However, he didn't expect Ito Nanako to be so generous, giving him ¥100,000 as a reward!

This made him pleasantly surprised. He accepted the check, bowed repeatedly to express his gratitude, and then left Ito Nanako's resting room feeling satisfied.

Chapter 1327: "The Pride of Japan: Kazuki Yamamoto's Belief in Ito Nanako's Potential"

After Sherman Zhao left, Ito Nanako walked up to Kazuki Yamamoto and asked, "Master, although Sherman Zhao's strength is far inferior to yours, he is considered to be in the upper-middle range in the field of Sanda. The young man he mentioned was able to injure him to such an extent without sustaining any injuries himself. It seems that he is indeed very formidable."

Curiously, Kazuki Yamamoto asked, "Nanako, how do you know that Sherman Zhao is quite skilled?"

Ito Nanako smiled and replied, "Master, your disciple has watched all of your match recordings and thoroughly studied every one of your matches. So, I have also seen the entire process of your match with Sherman Zhao. His strength should be about 70% of yours."

"I see!"

Kazuki Yamamoto sighed and praised, "Nanako, this is why I took you as my direct disciple!"

"You are so eager to learn and work hard. With your family background, you didn't need to strive so hard for a little fame."

"The power of the Ito family is enough to make you a top-tier rich second generation envied by countless people in Japan. But you insist on immersing yourself in martial arts. It's truly remarkable!"

"I believe that given time, you will definitely surpass me and become a top-notch expert in Japan that we can all be proud of!"

Ito Nanako modestly replied, "Master, you praise me too much. Nanako only wants to do her best to perfect her martial arts, not to disappoint you and the high expectations the Ito family has for me."

Kazuki Yamamoto nodded and said, "Don't forget, behind you, there are over a hundred million Japanese citizens eagerly anticipating you bringing glory to our country!"

With that, Kazuki Yamamoto sighed lightly and remarked, "I have long believed that you could become Japan's pride, and I am confident you will!"

Ito Nanako earnestly nodded, "Rest assured, Master. Nanako will spare no effort to make the nation proud!"

Kazuki Yamamoto grunted and said, "Next, I want to go see that Dianne and her coach."

...

At this moment, Dianne had already changed into her casual clothes and walked out of the gym carrying her training bag.

Meanwhile, Charlie was sitting in the spacious and luxurious motorhome of the Ward family, savoring the kung fu tea brewed by Steven for him.

This luxurious motorhome owned by Alan was indeed extraordinary.

From the outside, it looked like an ordinary long-distance bus, with no hint of its true nature.

But upon entering, one would discover a completely different world inside.

Apart from the driver's seat, the entire compartment had been completely redesigned.

Inside, there were not only spacious and luxurious living rooms, luxurious and abundant lounges with bars, but also two extremely comfortable bedrooms and a bathroom with a shower.

According to Alan, this vehicle was specially purchased for his daughter's competitions.

Dianne often had to travel across the country to participate in competitions. Whether by car, train, or plane, there would always be some physical strain upon arriving at the destination.

Sports competitions themselves demand high levels of physical stamina and body condition, so he didn't want her performance to be affected by the journey. That's why he bought this vehicle specifically to accompany her on her travels across the country.

In Alan's words, riding in this vehicle was not only comfortable and stable but also safer. It was like a mobile home. Even after sitting in the car for ten or twenty hours straight, Dianne wouldn't feel the slightest bit tired, ensuring that she maintained an excellent competitive state throughout.

Chapter 1329: "Love on the Lake: Charlie and Dianne's Bonding Time"

Charlie didn't expect Dianne to have a speedboat here.

Seeing her eager expression, he smiled and said, "Sure, let's go take a look together. But how's your driving skill? You won't throw me into the lake, right?"

Dianne blushed shyly and said, "How could that happen, Master Wade? My skills are steady, you can trust me! Even if you really fall into the lake, I can rescue you."

Steven, who was on the side, quickly said, "Sis, take me along, I want to go too..."

Steven was not Dianne's biological brother; they were only cousins through their grandmother. So, Steven didn't usually live in this villa, he just came over occasionally as a guest.

So, when he heard Dianne say she wanted to go boating, he couldn't help but feel a bit eager.

Dianne glared at him and scolded, "Why do you want to go everywhere? Why are you everywhere?"

Steven pouted in grievance, wanting to say something, but Alan on the side said to him, "Steven, come with me, I have something to tell you."

Seeing his uncle speak like this, Steven dared not say anything more and simply nodded obediently, "Okay, Uncle."

Meanwhile, Dianne affectionately linked her arm with Charlie's and said, "Master Wade, let's hurry up and play for a while, or else it'll be time for dinner soon."

Charlie nodded and went with her to the lakeside.

At this time, Alan whispered to Steven, "You, boy, you've been obedient for a while now, how come you're so oblivious?"

Steven asked in a puzzled and aggrieved manner, "Uncle, what did I do wrong? Wasn't I obedient?"

Alan whispered back, "Are you stupid? Can't you see I'm trying to set up your sister with Master Wade? Yet you eagerly want to be a third wheel, aren't you ruining your sister's good fortune?"

"I..." Steven hesitated for a moment in embarrassment, then whispered, "Uncle, but Master Wade is already married..."

Alan snorted and retorted, "So what if he's married? Who says he can't divorce? As long as in the future, Master Wade divorces and marries your sister, then Master Wade will be our Ward family's son-in-law, right?"

Steven was dumbfounded for a moment, then nodded reluctantly, "Alright, Uncle, you're right..."

After saying that, he thought for a moment, then smirked and said, "Uncle, if Master Wade becomes my future brother-in-law, then I'll be awesome. Who in Aurous Hill would dare to mess with me?"

Alan smiled faintly and said, "If Master Wade really becomes your sister's husband, I don't think anyone in the whole country would dare to mess with you."

Steven was excited, clapping his hands and laughing, "Haha, that would be great!"

Meanwhile, Dianne led Charlie to a small dock by the lake.

Here, there was a lightweight steel-structured boat dock, with an imported small speedboat moored inside.

This kind of speedboat only had six seats in total, not very large, but surprisingly, it was equipped with four 400-horsepower Yamaha boat engines at the stern.

Charlie was almost speechless, blurting out, "For a boat of this size, usually, just one 200-horsepower engine is enough to make it fast. But this boat has four 400-horsepower engines, are you trying to fly?"

Dianne stuck out her tongue and laughed, "This reservoir is usually closed off, and there are no other boats on it, so it's fun to go fast!"

As she spoke, she jumped into the boat, grinning, "When I was on vacation abroad, I found that people overseas like to play with super high horsepower speedboats. Ferrari even released a Riva Ferrari speedboat. I drove one abroad once, it was quite exciting, but it lacked a bit of power. So, I specially customized this speedboat, with the power configuration doubled compared to the Ferrari speedboat!"

Charlie chuckled, "Just hearing you say that, I'm getting a bit nervous."

Chapter 1330: "Speed and Serenity: Dianne's Wild Ride with Charlie"

Dianne smiled and said, "Master Wade, please trust Dianne's skills!"

Charlie nodded and stepped onto the speedboat, sitting beside Dianne.

At this moment, Dianne pressed the start button, and the four V8 engines roared simultaneously. The deep idling sound was even more powerful than that of a supercar.

Dianne slowly drove the speedboat out of the dock, then mischievously smiled at Charlie and said, "Master Wade, hold on tight!"

With that, she suddenly pushed the throttle to the maximum!

The entire speedboat burst out with tremendous power and surged forward suddenly.

Although Charlie was prepared, he was still shocked by the immense power of the speedboat.

The lake was very wide, so driving a speedboat didn't require the constant attention to road conditions like driving on land.

On the lake, it was even possible to close your eyes while driving. The entire lake instantly became Dianne's unrestricted playground.

Her personality was both gentle and strong, and her fiery temperament destined her to prefer this kind of thrilling extreme sport.

However, what Dianne didn't expect was that Charlie remained calm and composed throughout the journey, which left her feeling somewhat disappointed.

The reason she invited Charlie to ride on the boat was to see him nervous. After all, everyone who had ridden on her boat before had been nervous and scared.

She thought that even if Charlie wasn't afraid, he would at least look nervous, so she could feel a sense of mischievous satisfaction.

But to her surprise, Charlie showed no signs of change at all.

Even though she had pushed the boat's power to the limit, making it feel like flying just above the water surface, Charlie remained indifferent.

In fact, Charlie was somewhat nervous inside.

But he felt that he definitely couldn't show this nervousness in front of Dianne, otherwise wouldn't he be easily manipulated by this little girl?

Dianne kept accelerating, until even she herself felt a bit scared. Finally, she gave up trying and gradually slowed down the boat, stopping it in the middle of the lake. Pouting, she said to Charlie, "Master Wade, aren't you ever nervous or scared?"

Charlie smiled, "Sometimes I get nervous, but I've never been scared."

Dianne hurriedly asked, "Then Master Wade, in what kind of situations do you get nervous? Could you give Dianne a few examples? Please, I really want to know, what exactly makes Master Wade nervous..."

Charlie thought for a moment and smiled, "Miss Walker, do you remember the time she gave me a check for a hundred million?"

"Of course!" Dianne smiled, "Wasn't it the time when you graciously distributed medicine to us all at Orvel's Chef Legenda Mansion, and Miss Sarah respectfully gave you that check?"

Charlie nodded.

Dianne asked eagerly, "Master Wade, a mere hundred million shouldn't mean much to you. Why would you be nervous because of that check?"

Charlie smiled and said, "I casually put that hundred million check in my pocket, treating it like another check for eighteen thousand, and casually gave it to my mother-in-law."

Puzzled, Dianne asked, "Then why be nervous? After all, a hundred million is nothing to you."

Charlie smiled faintly and said, "I wouldn't care if I lost that hundred million check, but if it fell into my mother-in-law's hands, I'd lose sleep for a month."

Thanks IGM Junlee.

Alonzo03 · Feb 8, 2024

Junlee said:
Chapter 1311: "Navigating Family Diplomacy: A Delicate Balance"

After leaving the house, Charlie and his father-in-law, Jacob, drove together. Jacob had a cheerful smile as he said, "Oh, I've been waiting for this moment for so long. Finally, we get to have an exchange with the Senior University and our Calligraphy and Painting Association. It's not easy!"

Charlie smiled and asked, "Have you communicated with Aunt Merit?"

"Not yet," Jacob replied with a grin. "I plan to surprise her. After all, it's been a while since I've seen her."

Charlie nodded and said, "But you still need to be a little cautious. Don't let Mom know that Aunt Merit has returned to the country, and definitely don't let her know that you've had any contact with Aunt Merit. Otherwise, our family will be in chaos."

Charlie knew Elaine's personality very well. In her life, there were a few things she couldn't tolerate – one was money, and the other was Merit Hanley.

Although Elaine was angry about the idea of her husband divorcing her, she hadn't lost her rationality. However, if she found out that her husband had met with Merit and that they had been quite friendly while she was in prison, Elaine would definitely explode in anger.

Upon hearing Charlie's reminder, Jacob nodded solemnly and said, "You're absolutely right. I share the same thoughts as you, which is why I haven't dared to have too much contact with Aunt Merit."

With that, Jacob let out a sigh and added, "This stubborn woman just won't agree to a divorce. It's really giving me a headache."

Charlie smiled and thought to himself that if his mother-in-law, Elaine, were willing to divorce his father-in-law, it would be quite surprising. After all, she had nothing to her name now, so it was even less likely for her to agree to a divorce and leave this home.

His father-in-law's desire to get rid of her seemed like a distant dream.

When the car arrived at the Aurous Hill Sports Arena, Charlie bid farewell to his father-in-law and got out of the car.

Around the Aurous Hill Sports Arena and at the entrance, there were numerous promotional materials for the International College Student Sanda Competition, which was taking place for the first time in China.

Although this competition had been held for many years globally, China had never won a medal. This time, as the host country, China was determined to achieve a breakthrough in this sports event.

Dianne was one of the most promising athletes on the Chinese team to win a medal in this competition.

As Charlie arrived at the entrance of the arena, he saw that there were already many spectators coming and going. He quickly called Alan Ward and informed him that he had arrived.

Alan hurriedly came out to greet him. When he saw Charlie, he showed the utmost respect and said, "Master Wade, I apologize for inconveniencing you with such a busy schedule. Thank you for taking the time to come and support my daughter's competition. It means a lot to us."

Charlie smiled faintly and replied, "Nonsense! This competition seems to be of a very high level, and it's commendable that Dianne is representing our country. I've come to cheer for her, and it's only right."

Alan was overjoyed. What he had always hoped for was that Charlie would have a special place in his heart for his daughter. In his eyes, Charlie was already the best son-in-law candidate.

Seeing that Charlie had taken the time out of his busy schedule to come and watch her daughter's competition, Alan couldn't help but make a respectful gesture and said, "Master Wade, Dianne is currently in the resting room preparing for the competition. Let's go to the spectator seats first!"

Chapter 1312: "A New Perspective: Steven's Sudden Reverence for Authority"

Charlie nodded in agreement, then strode into the sports arena alongside Alan.

The Aurous Hill Sports Arena was vast, not only housing a standard indoor swimming pool but also facilities for indoor track and field, badminton, table tennis, basketball, and other competitions.

At this moment, except for the swimming pool, the entire arena had been cleared for the upcoming sanda competition.

The venue was divided into many square shapes, each with a platform set up inside.

Alan pointed at these platforms and explained to Charlie, "Master Wade, there are a total of 8 platforms here, each corresponding to one of the 8 groups. After the group stage matches on these fixed platforms, the winner on each platform will be the only one to advance from their group, making them one of the top eight in the entire competition."

With that, he pointed to platform number 5 and continued, "Master Wade, Dianne has been on platform number 5 all along. Her match is about to start in 10 minutes. Let's go over there."

"Alright," Charlie agreed, following him to platform number 5.

Around platform number 5, there were over a hundred spectator seats. Alan had already arranged several seats in the front row.

As Charlie approached, he noticed a familiar figure—it was none other than Steven from the Ward family.

Steven had been banned from the Ward family for quite some time due to his previous troublemaking and attempts to show off in front of Charlie. However, he had behaved reasonably well during this period. Plus, today was the match of his cousin, Dianne, so he insisted on coming to cheer for her. Alan made an exception and allowed him to come out.

Upon seeing Charlie, Steven no longer displayed the arrogant demeanor he had before. Even before Charlie reached him, he hastily stood up, nodding and bowing, "Master Wade, you've arrived. Please, have a seat... have a seat..."

Curiously, Charlie looked at him and asked with a smile, "Steven, it's been a while. Where have you been making your fortune lately?"

Steven, with a face full of shame, replied, "Master Wade, during this time, I've been reflecting and repenting at home, regretting every day for offending you before. I was truly blind to dare to oppose you. You, being magnanimous, didn't lower yourself to my level and even helped our Ward family solve a huge problem. I really don't know how to thank you!"

Charlie smiled and asked, "Steven, it seems like it's been a long time since we last met. You seem to have grown more sensible."

"Is that so?" Steven scratched his head, chuckling, "Master Wade, as long as you can feel my sincere enthusiasm, I'm already satisfied!"

Alan slapped his head and reprimanded, "In the future, when you see Master Wade in Aurous Hill, you must behave properly and respectfully. If I ever find out you dare to oppose Master Wade again, I'll break your legs!"

Steven nodded repeatedly, hastily saying, "Uncle, rest assured, Master Wade is now my idol. I will treat Master Wade like my sister does and regard him as the shining moon in my heart!"

Charlie smiled faintly, "Alright, stop flattering. Just make sure not to cause trouble for your Uncle Ward in the future."

Steven nodded repeatedly.

At that moment, the referee announced, "The final regular preliminary match of Group Five is about to begin!"

Steven got excited and pointed excitedly at the entrance, "Master Wade, my sister is entering!"

Chapter 1313: "Challenges and Cheers: Charlie's Supportive Spectacle"

As Steven's words echoed, Charlie immediately saw Dianne walking into the entrance!

Today, Dianne was dressed in a sports bra and shorts, showcasing her exceptional figure. What surprised Charlie was the remarkable definition of Dianne's muscles, even sporting well-defined abs.

With such a figure, she was truly invincible among girls!

Furthermore, Dianne's skin was fair as snow, flawless in every aspect. Coupled with such a stunning figure, she was simply perfect.

Dianne's long hair was tied neatly into a ponytail at the back of her head, and she wore a pair of bright red boxing gloves, exuding a heroic demeanor.

Walking alongside Dianne was a young woman with brown skin, even sporting a slight tan.

Steven warmly introduced, "Master Wade, my sister is facing a Thai opponent today, rumored to have strong Muay Thai skills and is a seeded player of the Philippine team!"

Charlie smiled and said, "Just Muay Thai? Nothing to fear. In all of Thailand, only Muay Thai can be considered a respectable martial art skill. Compared to Chinese martial arts, it's like comparing a candle to the sun. I'm sure your sister can defeat this Thai opponent."

Steven chuckled, "Master Wade is truly insightful! I also believe that my sister will surely win!"

Alan, standing nearby, glared at Steven and whispered, "Pay attention to the match and stop babbling. You're disturbing Master Wade's viewing experience."

Steven shrank back, unsure of what he had done to upset his uncle.

In fact, Alan was mainly irritated because this kid kept interrupting and stealing the spotlight. He had planned to cozy up to Master Wade himself, but this brat kept chattering away, making it annoying for everyone.

At that moment, Dianne, who had stepped onto the stage, also spotted Charlie in the audience. Her expression, initially determined, suddenly turned shy.

She waved her gloved hand excitedly and shouted, "Master Wade, you're here!"

Charlie nodded with a smile and said, "You must do your best later. I have faith that you'll advance to the next round and reach the top eight!"

Dianne blushed shyly, feeling as if she had tasted honey.

Nothing made her happier and more excited than having her beloved man watching her match live.

She felt like the luckiest woman in the world at that moment.

At this point, the referee approached.

Since it was a preliminary match and there were seven other pairs competing simultaneously, the referee didn't waste any time. He walked up and said directly, "Prepare yourselves. The match will start in 30 seconds!"

Dianne and the Thai opponent immediately warmed up on the ring.

Thirty seconds later, the referee led them to the center of the ring. After briefly explaining the rules, he immediately announced the start of the match!

As soon as the match began, the Thai opponent launched a swift attack on Dianne.

Chapter 1314: "Tactical Transitions: Charlie's Ringside Guidance"

Charlie could tell that this Thai female boxer had a very fast punching speed, was extremely agile, and was about ten centimeters shorter than Dianne. With a slightly shorter stature overall, her lower body was more stable.

Moreover, this Thai fighter was quite clever in her strategy. She knew her advantage lay in her lower body while recognizing Dianne's strength in her upper body. Consequently, she frequently launched attacks from her lower body.

As the opponent swiftly initiated the attack, Dianne could only focus on blocking, resulting in a somewhat awkward start to the match.

In the first round, the opponent landed significantly more effective strikes than Dianne, thus leading by a margin in points after the round.

During the brief intermission, Dianne's coach hurriedly provided tactical guidance in her ear.

After a few minutes of rest, the match immediately proceeded to the second round.

At the start of the second round, Dianne changed her strategy, actively initiating attacks against her opponent. However, her primary tactic was to target the opponent's lower body, while the opponent continued to target her lower body repeatedly.

However, it was evident that Dianne's lower body wasn't as sturdy as her opponent's, and due to her slender build, her lower body wasn't inherently stable. Therefore, she was clearly at a disadvantage in this confrontation.

Soon, the second round concluded, with Dianne still trailing behind her opponent in points, and the gap widening.

At this point, Steven couldn't sit still. He whispered, "That Thai fighter keeps targeting my sister's lower body. If my sister can't break through the opponent's advantage, there's a good chance she'll lose this match..."

Charlie chuckled, "Steven, it seems you have quite the insight."

Steven sheepishly replied, "It's just a lucky guess. Please forgive my presumptuousness, Master Wade."

Charlie nodded slightly, casting a brief glance at the Thai female fighter.

He noticed that although she had a stable lower body and fast leg speed, the faster her movements, the more she neglected defense. Each time she kicked, while attacking her opponent, she also exposed her own weaknesses. She deliberately aimed her kicks low, attempting to directly target Dianne's shins and ankles. This aggressive kicking style, if landed with full force, would likely incapacitate Dianne, rendering her unable to stand properly and effectively ending the match.

However, because she kept her kicks low, she exposed a fatal flaw—her own shinbones and knees. Despite Dianne's less stable lower body, her height and long legs gave her an advantage. Once she could seize the opportunity to strike the opponent's shins and knees when they lowered their guard to kick, it could potentially dismantle the opponent's entire lower body attack.

Thus, Charlie stood up and walked over to the edge of the ring, where Dianne was resting.

At that moment, Dianne was seated on a small chair designated for rest, while her coach said to her, "Right now, she's relentlessly targeting your lower body, which is your weakness. But if you want to turn the tables, focus on targeting her weakness, which is her upper body. Once you gain the upper hand in the upper body, she won't be able to leverage her advantage in the lower body. If you play it right, we can still catch up in the next three rounds!"

Charlie couldn't help but furrow his brows.

Targeting the opponent's weakness in the upper body first was too straightforward; the opponent wouldn't overlook such a tactic.

It was akin to a police officer apprehending an armed criminal, knowing that the primary target was the abdomen, thus ensuring to wear a bulletproof vest beforehand.

On the surface, it seemed like the Thai fighter's weakness lay in her upper body, but she concealed a lethal threat in her lower body. Even if Dianne managed to gain an advantage in the upper body, it would be difficult to knock out the opponent with one blow. However, once the opponent successfully landed a hit on Dianne's shins or ankles, she would be in serious trouble, rendering her powerless in subsequent matches!

So, Charlie walked up to Dianne and said, "Dianne, don't target her upper body. Instead, concentrate on her lower body. While dodging her attacks, look for opportunities to use your height and leg length advantage to directly attack the area just above her right shin and knee. She's fast and strong in her lower body, so you must break through her lower body to have a chance at ultimate victory!"

Chapter 1315: "Martial Minds at Odds: Coach Zhao vs. Master Wade"

Upon hearing Charlie's words, Dianne looked at him with joy and excitement, exclaiming, "Master Wade!"

Then, somewhat bashfully, she said, "I'm sorry, Master Wade, for making you witness such a joke!"

Charlie comforted her with a smile, "It's okay. It's normal to struggle to find your rhythm at first. By carefully analyzing the strengths and weaknesses of your opponent and choosing the right strategy, you can turn the tide against adversity and ultimately emerge victorious."

Dianne nodded excitedly, saying devoutly, "I understand, Master Wade. Thank you for your guidance!"

At that moment, Dianne's coach, with a displeased expression, looked at Charlie and said, "What are you blindly commanding here? Do you understand Sanda? Dianne is in a crucial moment now. If she can't turn the situation around in the third round, she might lose! Are you intentionally sabotaging her by giving her random ideas at this time?"

Charlie replied calmly, "I'm just stating facts, and ones you can't see at that."

"If she continues to fight as you suggested, she will definitely lose miserably this time. That Thai opponent isn't much stronger than Dianne in terms of strength, skills, or speed. It's just that their tactics are very clever, which is why they dominated Dianne in the first two rounds!"

"And if Dianne doesn't surpass the opponent tactically, she'll lose this match for sure!"

The coach exclaimed in frustration, "How dare an amateur like you interfere in front of me? I won the national Sanda championship back in the day. What makes you think you can give guidance to a world champion with just a national championship?"

Charlie chuckled, "As you said yourself, all you've won is the national championship. But now, Dianne is aiming for the world championship. What makes you think your level of a national champion qualifies you to guide a world champion?"

"You..." The coach was infuriated by Charlie's subtle mockery but couldn't find suitable words to refute him. He could only grit his teeth and turn to Dianne, saying sternly, "Dianne, if you follow his advice and play according to his method today, then don't train with me anymore, and I won't be your coach! When you go up later, you're on your own!"

Dianne was extremely embarrassed at this moment. She hadn't expected her coach to clash with Master Wade.

She had been training with this coach for over a year, and overall, it had been going well. But in her heart, his weight compared to Master Wade was like night and day.

If Master Wade hadn't given her advice, she would naturally have followed her coach's tactics.

But since Master Wade had given her advice, she would undoubtedly choose the tactics he had just told her.

So, after making her decision, she looked apologetic and said to her coach, "Coach Zhao, I'm really sorry. I'm going to use the tactics Master Wade just told me."

"You..." Coach Zhao said indignantly, "I thought you were a smart girl, but I didn't expect you to be so ungrateful. Since you choose to believe in this amateur, then our master-disciple relationship ends here."

With that, he stepped off the platform, walked a few meters, then turned back and said, "Dianne, I initially believed that you could advance to the top 8 this time, maybe even compete for a medal. But now, it seems that the fate of your match will end in the group stage."

Then, he looked coldly at Charlie, sneering, "Kid, you've ruined a good seedling."

Charlie smiled and said, "Is that so? I don't feel that way at all. On the contrary, I think Dianne has a chance to compete for the championship this time."

"Are you joking?" Coach Zhao scoffed, "Do you know how strong the real seeded players are in this competition? The top-seeded Japanese player, Ito Nanako, is far superior to Dianne. Even the third-seeded Brazilian player, Joana, is stronger than Dianne. With my guidance, Dianne might have had a chance to beat Joana, but without me, she can't even win this match!"

Charlie chuckled, "Rest assured, whether it's the Brazilian player Joana or the Japanese player Ito Nanako, they will both become Dianne's defeated opponents."

Coach Zhao sneered disdainfully, "Kid, you're so arrogant. With your amateur skills, you think you can help Dianne defeat Ito Nanako?"

Chapter 1316: "Sanda Savvy: Master Wade's Martial Mastery"

Charlie nodded. "If you don't believe it, we can just wait and see."

"Fine!" Coach Zhao sneered. "Let's just wait and see. I'll be here waiting to see how Dianne loses this match!"

With that, he walked directly to the nearby spectator seats, found an empty one, and sat down, crossing his arms and wearing a look of anticipation. In his mind, Dianne was already marked for certain defeat in this match.

Charlie ignored him and instead whispered to Dianne, "Don't be nervous later. Just play according to what I say. I believe you can defeat this opponent."

Dianne nodded heavily, then looked pitifully at Charlie. "Master Wade, Coach Zhao has left. I won't have a coach in the future. If I win this match, there might be a few more matches ahead. Could you be my coach?"

Without hesitation, Charlie replied, "No problem. From now on, I'll be your coach."

Dianne cheered excitedly, "That's great! From now on, during matches, I'll call you Coach Wade!"

Charlie chuckled. "Suit yourself. You can call me whatever you want."

At that moment, the referee signaled the start of the third round.

Dianne stood up, stretched her muscles, and said resolutely to Charlie, "Coach Wade, I'm going to take the stage!"

Charlie nodded. "Go for it!"

Meanwhile, the Thai opponent walked to the center of the stage from the other side.

The Thai fighter looked very relaxed at this moment, with a hint of disdain even.

Having won many points against Dianne in the first two rounds, she was confident that as long as she played steadily in the remaining three rounds, she would undoubtedly defeat her opponent and advance to the quarterfinals.

At this moment, all Dianne could think of were the tactics Charlie had taught her. She was confident in how to play the next rounds.

As the referee's signal sounded, the third round between the two sides officially began.

The Thai fighter, seeing her tactics work well in the first two rounds, decided to employ a familiar strategy against Dianne.

So, she immediately targeted Dianne's lower body and launched a fierce attack.

Dianne abandoned the idea of attacking the upper body and focused on defending against the opponent's lower body attacks while also looking for weaknesses in the opponent's offense.

Generally, in sanda combat, the more aggressive the offense, the weaker the defense, much like how a person running faster is more unstable and prone to falling.

Therefore, Dianne quickly spotted the weaknesses exposed by the opponent's rapid leg strikes!

An opportunity had arisen!

Chapter 1317: "Tactical Turn: Dianne's Surprising Strategy"

Coach Zhao watched from the sidelines, observing as Dianne was constantly pushed back by her opponent's aggressive attacks, a cold smirk playing on his lips.

In his eyes, Dianne's tactics were nothing short of chicken-hearted.

Since her opponent was launching swift attacks from below and had a relative disadvantage above, she should have countered aggressively, just as she would fiercely attack the opponent's lower half.

This way, she could find a breakthrough and overturn the current passive situation.

This was also the traditional thinking of most coaches.

But this was also why most coaches couldn't become top-tier coaches, and even the fundamental reason why they couldn't become top-tier athletes when they were players themselves.

In Charlie's view, whether in warfare or personal combat, the best and most stable way was to neutralize the enemy's trump cards.

Just like in a battle, if you take out the enemy's elite troops, not only will their strength be greatly weakened, but their morale will also plummet.

In contrast, if you only eliminate a few of the enemy's cannon fodder troops, it's not only unlikely to achieve a crucial victory, but you might also become the primary target of the enemy's main forces due to focusing on secondary objectives.

In martial arts, if the opponent excels in punches, then you must disable their fists; if they excel in kicks, then you must disable their legs. Otherwise, leaving the opponent with their most powerful means of attack would be the greatest risk to oneself.

The Thai opponent Dianne faced was most proficient in right leg strikes. Therefore, even if Dianne launched an attack on her upper body and succeeded, it wouldn't significantly affect her opponent's offensive capabilities.

During this process, if Dianne was struck by her opponent's leg, she would likely immediately fall into a disadvantageous position.

So, Charlie urged Dianne to do everything possible to find the weak point in her opponent's lower body.

And at the moment the opportunity presented itself, Dianne did not disappoint him.

She swiftly dodged a fierce kick from her opponent and followed up with a powerful stomp, viciously targeting the shin of the leg that had just attacked.

With this stomp, the Thai opponent immediately cried out in pain.

Following that, she felt an unbearable sharp pain in her right leg, as if it were on the verge of fracturing.

This sudden pain made it difficult for her to stand steadily, let alone continue launching fierce attacks against Dianne.

So she immediately limped back a few steps, her face filled with shock and disbelief.

What she didn't expect was that although her lower body seemed stronger than her opponent's, her opponent dared to confront her in the lower arena.

She had been pushing her opponent back steadily, thinking she had the upper hand and was just waiting to deliver a fatal blow, but she didn't expect her opponent to be the one waiting to strike the fatal blow!

With this stomp, her ability to walk was affected, each step causing excruciating pain, and her overall combat effectiveness plummeted instantly.

Most of the audience below were Chinese, witnessing Dianne finally turning the tide, erupting into cheers and applause.

Charlie also looked at Dianne with a face full of admiration. It seemed that Dianne truly had talent. The moment her opponent revealed a weakness, she could accurately seize the opportunity.

The balance on the stage had already shifted significantly. With the Thai opponent's right leg injured, she was definitely no longer Dianne's match. Just that one stomp had laid the foundation for Dianne's victory.

Coach Zhao, watching from below, had a very unpleasant expression.

He truly hadn't expected Dianne to actually gain the upper hand in the lower arena!

That stomp just now was incredibly solid, and it was obvious that her opponent was seriously injured.

From the coach's perspective, Dianne had already won this match; it was only a matter of time now.

Chapter 1318: "Kickboxing Concessions: Dianne's Delicate Dominance"

At this moment, he couldn't help but feel a tinge of regret.

Watching Dianne about to advance to the quarter-finals, he had just fallen out with her.

In doing so, if she achieved a better result in this match, it would have nothing to do with him.

Just then, Dianne changed her tactics. She had previously been on the defensive, constantly retreating, but now she initiated a series of attacks.

Her opponent's right leg was injured and already significantly affected, and now being chased by Dianne, each step back caused excruciating pain in her right leg.

Furthermore, her right leg could no longer keep up with her movements, becoming more of a hindrance than an asset.

This made it not only difficult for her to defend and evade but also challenging to counterattack.

Dianne's consecutive attacks landed on her opponent with precision.

The Thai fighter, who had been fiercely aggressive just moments ago, could now only cover her head and scramble around the ring.

Dianne remembered the teachings of Charlie and kept her focus on her opponent's lower body, preparing to deliver a fatal blow.

Soon enough, she found an opportunity in her opponent's panicked retreat.

With precision, she executed a roundhouse kick, directly targeting her opponent's injured lower right leg.

This kick made her opponent scream in agony, her face turning pale, covered in cold sweat on her forehead and cheeks.

Dianne had not used her full strength for this kick. If she had, her opponent's lower leg would have likely been shattered.

She left some room for mercy because she didn't want to permanently disable her opponent over a match.

After all, for a kickboxer, their limbs were the most crucial part of their body. If a leg was truly broken, it could mark the end of their career. Even though leg injuries could heal, they would never fully recover their previous competitive level, and their strength would be greatly diminished.

The Thai fighter also realized that Dianne had shown some mercy with that last kick. So, she felt a sense of gratitude towards Dianne.

She had trained in Muay Thai for many years, and her proudest asset had always been her right leg.

If her right leg were to be broken by Dianne today, she might as well not participate in any major competitions anymore. She was only in her early twenties and was not willing to end her professional career so prematurely.

With this in mind, she took two steps back and gratefully clasped her fists towards Dianne. Then, in Thai, she said something to her coach, and immediately, her coach raised a towel.

Upon seeing this, the referee jumped into the ring, standing between the two fighters, and announced, "The Thai fighter concedes. In this match, Chinese fighter Dianne wins!"

With this proclamation, Dianne jumped up in excitement.

She instinctively looked for Charlie in the crowd and, with an immensely affectionate gaze, locked eyes with him. Her admiration for him reached a new peak in her heart.

Alan and Steven were also filled with excitement, standing up and applauding.

Only Coach Zhao, upon seeing Dianne's victory, had an incredibly gloomy expression.

He even began to ponder how he could repair his master-student relationship with Dianne.

Because once Dianne achieved good results in the competition, it would be a golden opportunity for him to make a name for himself.

However, he had just handed this golden opportunity to someone else, and he couldn't help but curse himself for it!

Chapter 1319: "Koala Hugs and Championship Dreams"

With Dianne's victory, this spicy little pepper officially advanced to the quarterfinals of the international university sanda competition.

This was Dianne's best performance in the international university sanda competition.

Last year, when the competition was held in Canada, she had specially flown there to compete. However, that time, she failed to advance from the group stage, ultimately finishing in 30th place.

So this time, Dianne had achieved an unprecedented breakthrough.

After the referee announced her victory, she shook hands with the Thai opponent, and the two girls embraced each other.

Immediately, Dianne quickly ran towards Charlie. When she arrived in front of him, she joyfully leaped into his arms.

"Master Wade, thank you so much!"

Dianne hugged his neck, clinging to him like a baby koala, overwhelmed with happiness.

Dianne's embrace caught Charlie somewhat off guard, but he could also sense her excitement and joy.

So Charlie didn't want to dampen her spirits and held her in place, spinning her around twice, saying with a smile, "You're already this happy just getting into the quarterfinals. If you win the championship, you'll be over the moon, won't you?"

Blushing, Dianne replied, "I never expected to win the championship. Making it to the quarterfinals already makes me very happy."

Charlie chuckled, "I remember you didn't say that before. You used to say you were confident of achieving a good rank."

Flustered, Dianne admitted, "Well... I was afraid you'd think I'm not ambitious, so I exaggerated a bit. I never really thought I could win a medal..."

"Alright," Charlie nodded, smiling. "Stop hugging me now; everyone is watching. Your dad and your little cousib brother are watching too."

Only then did Dianne realize that she was still hanging onto Charlie.

At this moment, even Charlie had a few wandering thoughts, considering how excellent Dianne's figure was. Moreover, her skin was as smooth as porcelain.

What's more, she was currently wearing just a sports bra and sporty shorts, so hugging her like this, he could feel everything quite distinctly.

Blushing, Dianne jumped down from him in embarrassment.

Not far away, Alan, her father, was smiling as he observed his beloved daughter.

He had long been anticipating some substantial progress between his daughter and Master Charlie.

Today, it seemed that his daughter had finally made a bit of progress with Master Charlie. This was truly a cause for celebration, even more so than winning the competition.

At this moment, Charlie said to Dianne, "Don't forget to say hi to your dad and your little brother. Let's go together."

Only then did Dianne remember that she had been so caught up in celebrating with Charlie that she had forgotten her dad and her little brother were in the audience.

This made her feel even more embarrassed, thinking to herself, "I'm so ashamed; I only had eyes for Master Wade and forgot all about my dad and little brother. What a mistake!"

So, she hurriedly joined Charlie and approached Alan and Steven. Blushing, she asked, "Dad, Steven, how did I do just now?"

Chapter 1320: "Confidence and Conviction: Dianne's Resolve"

Steven gave a thumbs-up and praised, "Sis, that move you just pulled off was absolutely amazing! After not having the upper hand in the first two rounds, I thought you were going to lose!"

Alan chimed in with a smile, "Indeed, I was really worried for you just now!"

Blushing, Dianne replied, "It's all thanks to Master Wade's advice; otherwise, I might have really lost..."

With that, Dianne affectionately wrapped her arm around Charlie's and cooed, "And also, from now on, Master Wade will be my coach!"

"Huh?" Alan, upon hearing that Charlie would become his daughter Dianne's coach, was excited but also concerned. He said nervously, "Why are you being so reckless, kiddo? Master Wade has a ton of important responsibilities. How can he waste his time on childish games like this? What if it interferes with his important work? Are you ready to take that responsibility?"

Dianne, after being scolded by her dad for a moment, pouted slightly.

At the same time, she was worried that having Charlie as her coach might really interfere with his serious work.

At that moment, Charlie smiled and said, "I don't have anything urgent going on lately. Besides, Dianne's pursuit is not just a child's game; it's about bringing glory to our country. I hope she can win a championship and bring more pride to Chinese university students."

Finally relieved, Alan smiled and said, "Dianne, since Master Wade trusts you so much, you must train hard and prepare for the upcoming matches diligently. You must achieve a good result to repay Master Wade's trust in you!"

"I will definitely give it my all!"

Dianne clenched her fist, excitedly saying, "In the next matches, I'll give it my best shot and aim for the best possible outcome!"

Charlie added, "You should set your sights higher. In my opinion, you should aim to win the championship in this competition no matter what!"

Overjoyed, Dianne asked, "Really? Can I beat Ito Nanako, the number one seed, and the other strong competitors, especially Ito Nanako, who is the prized disciple of Japan's top master, Kazuki Yamamoto? She's been praised as an unparalleled genius, and she's already won the international university kickboxing championship twice. She's aiming for a third consecutive win."

Charlie chuckled, "Whether it's Kazuki Yamamoto or his disciples, there's no need to worry. With me by your side, she won't be your match!"

"Really?" Dianne, knowing Charlie's extraordinary abilities, was excited and asked, "Master Wade, can I really defeat Ito Nanako?"

Charlie nodded with a smile, "Rest assured, if I say you can do it, you can!"

"That's fantastic!" Dianne cheered, filled with excitement.

Just then, Coach Zhao, who had recently had a falling out with Dianne, approached them with a smile. He said, "Congratulations, Dianne! You've made history by advancing to the quarterfinals, matching the best performance by a Chinese university student in this competition."

"If you win the next match and reach the top four, you'll set a new record for Chinese university students in this competition!"

Although Coach Zhao had clashed with her earlier, Dianne couldn't ignore his courtesy. So she humbly replied, "Thank you, Coach Zhao. I'll do my best in the upcoming matches."

Coach Zhao smiled and said earnestly, "Your victory in the previous match was quite thrilling and luck played a part. To win the next match, you can't rely on luck; you need systematic training and professional guidance. How about I continue coaching you for the next rounds?"

Charlie, wearing a slight smile, didn't respond.

Upon hearing this, Dianne immediately declared, "I'm sorry, Coach Zhao, but I already have a new coach."

"Him?" Coach Zhao looked disdainfully at Charlie and sneered, "He's not a professional at all. His previous win was just a fluke. If you continue relying on him, you'll likely stop at the quarterfinals and won't progress any further."

Frustrated, Dianne retorted, "Humph! Stop talking nonsense! In my eyes, Coach Wade is the best coach in the world! No one can compare to him, including you!"

I pity Claire, everybody (ladies) want to take advantage of Charlie. I am also jealous of him

Lucky Bastard!

Alonzo03 · Feb 8, 2024

Junlee said:
Chapter 1321: "Unveiling the Privileged Mentor: Dianne's Family Background"

In the eyes of Dianne, Charlie's position was almost second only to her father, Alan.

But this Coach Zhao was oblivious to that fact.

He still thought that Charlie's earlier success was just a stroke of luck, so he continued to convince Dianne without a shadow of doubt.

With a disdainful snort, he said, "Dianne, don't let yourself be deceived by this brat. Such people only know how to talk big, they have no real skills. If you really let him be your coach, you'll definitely have no chance of winning in future competitions!"

Dianne's tone carried a hint of annoyance as she retorted, "I won't allow you to speak ill of Master Wade! Master Wade's abilities are beyond your imagination! If it weren't for Master Wade reminding me today, and if I followed your tactical arrangements, I would have surely lost this match by now. There would be no chance of advancing to the top eight, let alone continuing to compete!"

Coach Zhao hadn't expected Dianne to completely dismiss his words.

This angered him considerably.

Moreover, Dianne mentioned that her tactics, guided by Wade, were superior to his. This made him even more irritated. For someone as stubborn as him, even if Dianne won against the Thai opponent using Charlie's tactics, he wouldn't acknowledge Wade's superiority.

He even thought that if Dianne had followed his tactical arrangements, she might have won even more convincingly.

So, he sarcastically remarked, "Dianne, I'm giving you a chance out of goodwill. Don't underestimate it! Professional fighters from Aurous Hill are lining up to train under me. Choosing you is your luck. If you miss this opportunity, your career is as good as over! You won't make any real progress without my guidance!"

"If you want to become a true national-level athlete in the future, without my guidance, it's just wishful thinking."

Alan hadn't expected Coach Zhao to be so impolite. He spoke up angrily, "Coach Zhao, you're quite audacious in your tone. What makes you think it's my daughter's luck to choose you as her coach? Let me tell you, for my daughter to receive guidance from Master Wade is a rare privilege. As for you, you're just trash!"

Since Dianne usually kept a low profile at school, many people were unaware of her family background or that she was Alan Ward's daughter.

Alan himself was not one to flaunt his wealth or status like other wealthy people in Aurous Hill, so while he was known to some extent, he wasn't widely recognized.

Coach Zhao had trained Dianne for over a year and had never met Alan. He had no idea about Dianne's family background. He assumed she was just a girl from an ordinary family, perhaps even dreaming of making it big in the world of martial arts. Therefore, he thought he had her under his thumb.

But little did he know, she didn't regard him highly at all, even going as far as to call him trash.

This was getting unbearable.

So, he spoke coldly, "To be frank, I, Sherman Zhao, have some connections in the martial arts circle of Aurous Hill and even the whole country. If I want to blacklist someone, it's just a matter of a word. So, before you speak to me, you better weigh your words carefully!"

Chapter 1322: "A Bid for Redemption: Coach Zhao's Desperate Attempt"

Alan's voice was cold: "You're just a martial arts coach, why are you so arrogant? I, Alan Ward, might not be among the top few in terms of strength in Aurous Hill, but I do have some skills. I really don't believe that with just your words, you can blacklist my daughter, Dianne!"

"Alan Ward?!" Sherman Zhao exclaimed, nervously asking, "Are you Alan, the patriarch of the Ward family?"

Alan coldly replied, "Yes, it's me. What about it? Do you have any objections?"

"Absolutely not, absolutely not!" Sherman Zhao hastily smiled and said, "Mr. Ward, I'm really sorry, I didn't expect you to be Dianne's father. I have long admired your name. The martial arts hall at our Aurous Hill University of Finance and Economics was donated by you..."

Alan harbored disdain for him and said coldly, "Alright, you are no longer Dianne's coach now, and there's nothing more to say between us. Please leave."

Sherman Zhao felt extremely regretful. He hadn't expected that he would just show off in front of the famous Alan Ward, and what made it even more unacceptable was that he had lost the qualification to be Dianne's coach.

This loss was truly too great. If he could help Dianne achieve good results, Alan would naturally not treat him unfairly.

There were rumors that Alan was extremely generous. Take the martial arts training hall he donated to Aurous Hill University of Finance and Economics, for example. Although a first-class martial arts training hall could be built with just 10 million dollars, Alan directly donated 27 million dollars to build an internationally top-notch martial arts training hall.

Before, he had only thought that this Alan must be very wealthy. It wasn't until today that he realized Alan's daughter was Dianne Ward.

From this, it could be seen that Alan was willing to donate 27 million to Aurous Hill University of Finance and Economics in order to ensure his daughter could train well in martial arts. If he could help his daughter achieve good results, he would at least give himself a few million in bonuses, right?

Thinking of this, he hurriedly tried to salvage the situation and said sincerely, "Mr. Ward, I must tell you, Dianne is indeed a very talented martial artist. But what she needs most now is a truly professional coach to provide systematic training and tactical guidance."

After speaking, he disdainfully looked at Charlie and said, "Mr. Ward, someone like this young man who only talks big but lacks real experience and strength can never provide genuine guidance. If you hand Dianne over to him, it will only hinder her future! For talented athletes like Dianne, they should be entrusted to professional coaches like me to maximize their potential!"

As soon as Alan heard him repeatedly disrespecting Charlie, he angrily rebuked, "Coach Zhao, I appreciate that you've coached Dianne for over a year, and I don't want to argue with you. But if you continue to be disrespectful to Master Wade, don't blame me, Alan, for being impolite to you!"

Sherman Zhao was extremely annoyed. What had Alan been fed to believe such nonsense? He actually believed in this young loser. If he persisted in his delusions, wouldn't he lose all opportunities?

Thinking of this, he was eager to prove his strength in front of Alan. He had to show that he was much stronger than this Wade guy. Only then could he possibly convince Dianne Ward to train with him again.

Only then could he hitch a ride on the Ward family's big ship!

Chapter 1323: "A Fistful of Lessons: Sherman Zhao's Painful Revelation"

When Sherman Zhao threw a punch at Charlie, he was filled with disdain for him.

He put all his strength into this punch, firmly believing that it would definitely defeat Charlie in front of everyone.

It must be admitted that Sherman Zhao did have some strength.

After all, he had once won the national Sanda championship, and ordinary people were really no match for him.

His punch was fast and fierce, even Dianne, who had also practiced Sanda for many years, couldn't react, let alone Alan and Steven.

However, the speed that Sherman Zhao was proud of seemed like slow motion in Charlie's eyes, completely non-threatening.

Moreover, in his own view, this punch really didn't have any strength.

Even if he stood still and let him punch, this punch wouldn't harm him in the slightest.

However, even though there was no threat to him, Charlie would absolutely not let this loser hit him.

So, just as Sherman Zhao's punch was about to hit his face, he suddenly raised his fist and smashed it towards Sherman Zhao's fist.

Charlie's punch was as fast as a fired cannonball, something Sherman Zhao couldn't react to at all.

Just when Sherman Zhao thought he could surely defeat Charlie with one hit, he suddenly felt as if his right fist was hit by an iron fist. With a loud bang, intense pain and the sound of bones shattering came.

In front of Charlie's fist, his fist was even less than mud. After one punch, his whole fist was completely useless.

Clutching his shattered right fist, Sherman Zhao screamed in pain, while also looking at Charlie with an incredulous expression.

He couldn't understand how this young man could have such terrifying, almost abnormal strength.

To erupt with such powerful strength with just one punch far exceeded his understanding.

At this moment, Charlie looked at him disdainfully and said coldly, "With your level, wanting to train a world champion is still far away. Instead of wasting time on being aggressive everywhere, you might as well practice your professional skills properly to avoid embarrassing yourself."

Although Sherman Zhao was full of resentment towards Charlie, he didn't dare to defy him anymore and could only leave the scene in embarrassment.

At this moment, Dianne smiled at Charlie and said, "Master Wade, you are now my coach. When will you be ready to guide me in practice?"

Charlie smiled and asked her, "When is your next match?"

Dianne hurriedly replied, "The next match is the day after tomorrow afternoon."

Charlie then asked, "Who are you fighting in the next match?"

Dianne thought for a moment and nervously said, "I'm the winner of Group 5, and according to the rules, I have to fight against the winner of Group 6 in the next match. The third-seeded player in this match is from Brazil, Joanna... Oh God, I'm sure I can't beat her..."

Chapter 1324: "Beyond Limits: Dianne's Journey with Charlie's Miracle Medicine"

Charlie smiled and said, "The fight hasn't even started yet, how do you know you can't beat her? From what I see, you can definitely defeat this Joanna."

Dianne said somewhat ashamedly, "Master Wade, Dianne knows her own strength very well. This Joanna is very strong, she's one of the top female MMA fighters in Brazil. Her strength is indeed much greater than mine, I don't stand a chance against her..."

Charlie leaned close to her ear and chuckled, "Don't forget the miracle medicine I gave you last time. Although your physical condition is already very good, there's still a big gap compared to true experts. However, if you take that miracle medicine, your physical strength, reaction speed, everything will greatly improve. I believe your strength will also advance significantly, defeating that Brazilian Joanna will be a piece of cake!"

Only then did Dianne remember the miracle medicine Charlie had given her before.

At that time, she had gone to Master Wade to seek medicine on behalf of her father. She only intended to ask for one medicine, but unexpectedly Master Wade gave them two, so her father gave her the other one.

However, she had always kept the miracle medicine properly and never thought of taking it.

Mainly because she didn't know that this miracle medicine could also enhance one's strength. At that time, she only thought it was a healing medicine for injuries, so she had always kept it properly for emergencies.

So Dianne looked at Charlie in surprise and asked, "Master Wade, can that miracle medicine you gave me really enhance personal strength?"

"Of course it can," Charlie nodded and said, "It can enhance various aspects of your physical condition. Although your physical condition is already strong, honestly speaking, there is still a gap compared to Latin Americans. Genetic differences are sometimes hard to overcome, just like how sprinting is always dominated by black people because of their explosive power, which is much stronger than other races."

With that, Charlie continued, "However, if you take the miracle medicine I gave you, it can fundamentally improve your physical capabilities, even surpassing those people."

Dianne hurriedly asked, "Master Wade, if I take it, will your miracle medicine show up in doping tests? Doping tests in sports competitions are very strict. If it's found that you've taken stimulants, you could be disqualified or even banned permanently..."

Charlie smiled, "You can rest assured. My miracle medicine relies on exquisite formulas and pure medicinal power, it has nothing to do with chemically refined stimulants. There won't be any problems."

Dianne exclaimed excitedly, "Then I'll go back today and take that miracle medicine!"

Charlie nodded, "I'll come over the day after tomorrow when you have your match."

"That's great!"

Dianne was extremely excited, cheering happily.

Alan on the side quickly said respectfully, "Master Wade, it's almost noon now. Why don't you honor us by coming to our home for a meal? You can have a home-cooked meal at our place."

Charlie initially wanted to decline, but he thought that if Dianne was going to take the medicine in the afternoon, he could closely monitor her and help her absorb the medicine's power.

Besides, Claire had been working overtime at the company at noon recently and usually didn't come home for lunch. His father-in-law was also busy with activities at the elderly university with Merit, so he definitely wouldn't be coming home at noon.

There was only his mother-in-law, Elaine, at home, and there was no need to go back to cook for her.

So he nodded and said, "Since that's the case, I'll come over and bother you for a while, and help Dianne absorb the medicine's power in the afternoon."

Alan and Dianne, father and daughter, were both delighted to hear that Charlie agreed to come to their home for a meal. Charlie had never visited their home before, so both of them were looking forward to it and hoped to further deepen their relationship with Charlie through this visit.

Especially Claire, Dianne, who had been infatuated with Charlie for quite some time, had been hoping for an opportunity to develop her relationship with Charlie further, and today's opportunity couldn't be better.

Chapter 1325: "Behind Closed Doors: Sherman's Secret Meeting and Kazuki's Skepticism"

Seeing that Charlie would be visiting her home for lunch, Dianne happily went to the lounge to change clothes. Before leaving, she said to Charlie, "Master Wade, please wait for me for a moment. I need to take a shower, but don't worry, I'll be quick."

Charlie nodded and smiled, "No rush, you go ahead."

Alan, who was nearby, suggested, "Master Wade, it's quite messy in here. How about we move to the car to rest for a while? I had someone bring the RV today."

Charlie smiled faintly, "Alright, let's go to the car then."

Steven hurriedly and enthusiastically said, "Master Wade, please!"

As Charlie left the venue with Alan and Steven, Sherman Zhao, who had just had his right fist broken by Charlie, came to an athlete's lounge with a dark expression.

At the door of the lounge hung a Japanese flag, with the words "Japanese Player: Ito Nanako" written on it.

Sherman Zhao hesitated for a moment at the door, but still knocked on the door of the lounge.

Soon, the door was opened by a young man who spoke fluent Chinese. He looked at Sherman Zhao with suspicion and asked, "Who are you?"

Sherman Zhao hurriedly smiled and said, "Hello, I would like to see Miss Ito Nanako and her coach, Mr. Kazuki Yamamoto."

The young man turned to the middle-aged man and the young girl inside the lounge and said, "Mr. Yamamoto, Miss Ito, this gentleman is here to see you both."

Kazuki Yamamoto's sword-like eyebrows furrowed as he questioned, "Who are you? Do we know each other?"

With a smirk, Sherman Zhao humbly said, "Mr. Yamamoto, I am Sherman Zhao. Ten years ago, in a Sanda competition, I represented China in the match, but I lost to you back then. Do you remember?"

Kazuki Yamamoto arrogantly replied, "There are countless people who have lost to me. How could I remember each one?"

Feeling embarrassed, Sherman Zhao nodded and continued, "Um, Mr. Yamamoto, I also have another identity. I am the former coach of Dianne Ward, a participant from China in this competition. Oh, no, I've already resigned."

Kazuki Yamamoto frowned and said, "Dianne Ward? Why haven't I heard of this participant? Among the top five seeded players in this competition, there shouldn't be such a person, right?"

Sherman Zhao quickly nodded, "Yes, she has never been selected as a seeded player before, so you might not have paid attention to her."

Kazuki Yamamoto asked coldly, "Then what do you want with me?"

Sherman Zhao hurriedly said, "I want to give you some information. This Dianne has found a very cunning and ruthless guy as her coach. If Ito Nanako encounters Dianne in the subsequent matches, be careful of her coach!"

Kazuki Yamamoto disdainfully said, "I don't believe that such a person would be anything remarkable. I, Kazuki Yamamoto, am a national treasure-level martial artist in Japan. The disciples I've trained are also national treasure-level Sanda fighters. With Nanako's abilities, not to mention the world's college students, even if it's the Olympics with participants from all over the world, Nanako has the ability to win the gold medal! Let me tell you, Nanako's participation in this competition is just for practice. Her real goal is the next Olympics, to win the gold medal!"

Sherman Zhao nodded and flattered, "I know, Mr. Yamamoto, you're incredibly talented, and naturally, the disciples you've personally trained are very powerful. But the young man I'm talking about indeed has some skills. Look at my right hand!"

As he spoke, Sherman Zhao immediately offered his right hand.

Kazuki Yamamoto's expression froze when he saw the injury on Sherman Zhao's right hand.

Chapter 1326: "Secrets and Subterfuge: Sherman's Deal with the Enemy"

He asked, "Your injuries are fresh; the blood hasn't even scabbed over. It must have happened within the last half hour, right?"

"Yes," Sherman Zhao replied. "You see, that kid I mentioned only used his fists to cripple my right hand. Can even Mr. Yamamoto achieve such strength?"

With these words, Kazuki Yamamoto immediately became serious.

He was also a martial artist, but he knew that the human body had its limits, and they were quite low.

A person's fist was composed of the four major elements of flesh, bones, tendons, and skin. Striking soft areas like the abdomen or face could be done without injuring oneself, but when using a fist to strike the opponent's fist, it was a straightforward clash.

However, whose fist could be so strong that it could smash someone else's fist with just one blow?

Thinking of this, he hurriedly asked, "Did that young man who damaged your fist sustain serious injuries himself?"

Sherman Zhao replied resentfully, "He's completely unharmed! That's the most bizarre part. This guy's body seems extremely tough, like steel. I'm worried he might have some internal martial arts. If he passes it on to Dianne, then Miss Ito Nanako might have a hard time winning this competition!"

Kazuki Yamamoto finally took this issue seriously.

He nodded, his expression dark, and said, "Dianne Ward, right? I'll remember that."

With that, he turned to Sherman Zhao and asked, "Why did you choose to help us?"

Sherman Zhao hurriedly replied, "Mr. Yamamoto, to be frank, that kid took my job and crippled my right hand. I hate him to the core! And he also said he's confident enough to help Dianne win this championship and claimed that Miss Ito Nanako is not a match for Dianne at all. So, I sincerely hope that Miss Ito Nanako can defeat Dianne and thwart his plans!"

Kazuki Yamamoto nodded and said, "Alright, I understand. I'll take this seriously and make sure they don't succeed. You may leave."

Sherman Zhao nodded and bowed, saying, "Then, Mr. Yamamoto, I'll take my leave."

At this moment, the girl in the room, who had changed into a tracksuit with long sleeves and pants, spoke in an extremely gentle voice, "Tanaka-san, please give this gentleman a check for ¥100,000 to thank him for providing us with such crucial information."

This girl was extremely beautiful, with a Japanese-style straight bangs hairstyle. If you only saw her, you would think she was the most gentle, elegant, and quintessential Japanese woman, but you would never imagine that she was also a master of mixed martial arts and karate.

The young man who had opened the door for Sherman Zhao immediately nodded respectfully and said, "Yes, Miss Ito!"

After that, he took out a checkbook from his pocket and wrote a ¥100,000 check, handing it to Sherman Zhao.

"This is a token of appreciation from our young lady. Please accept it!"

Sherman Zhao came to see Kazuki Yamamoto and Ito Nanako only to cause trouble for Dianne and Charlie, trying his best to prevent them from winning. In plain terms, he wanted to ruin their chances while gaining nothing for himself.

However, he didn't expect Ito Nanako to be so generous, giving him ¥100,000 as a reward!

This made him pleasantly surprised. He accepted the check, bowed repeatedly to express his gratitude, and then left Ito Nanako's resting room feeling satisfied.

Chapter 1327: "The Pride of Japan: Kazuki Yamamoto's Belief in Ito Nanako's Potential"

After Sherman Zhao left, Ito Nanako walked up to Kazuki Yamamoto and asked, "Master, although Sherman Zhao's strength is far inferior to yours, he is considered to be in the upper-middle range in the field of Sanda. The young man he mentioned was able to injure him to such an extent without sustaining any injuries himself. It seems that he is indeed very formidable."

Curiously, Kazuki Yamamoto asked, "Nanako, how do you know that Sherman Zhao is quite skilled?"

Ito Nanako smiled and replied, "Master, your disciple has watched all of your match recordings and thoroughly studied every one of your matches. So, I have also seen the entire process of your match with Sherman Zhao. His strength should be about 70% of yours."

"I see!"

Kazuki Yamamoto sighed and praised, "Nanako, this is why I took you as my direct disciple!"

"You are so eager to learn and work hard. With your family background, you didn't need to strive so hard for a little fame."

"The power of the Ito family is enough to make you a top-tier rich second generation envied by countless people in Japan. But you insist on immersing yourself in martial arts. It's truly remarkable!"

"I believe that given time, you will definitely surpass me and become a top-notch expert in Japan that we can all be proud of!"

Ito Nanako modestly replied, "Master, you praise me too much. Nanako only wants to do her best to perfect her martial arts, not to disappoint you and the high expectations the Ito family has for me."

Kazuki Yamamoto nodded and said, "Don't forget, behind you, there are over a hundred million Japanese citizens eagerly anticipating you bringing glory to our country!"

With that, Kazuki Yamamoto sighed lightly and remarked, "I have long believed that you could become Japan's pride, and I am confident you will!"

Ito Nanako earnestly nodded, "Rest assured, Master. Nanako will spare no effort to make the nation proud!"

Kazuki Yamamoto grunted and said, "Next, I want to go see that Dianne and her coach."

...

At this moment, Dianne had already changed into her casual clothes and walked out of the gym carrying her training bag.

Meanwhile, Charlie was sitting in the spacious and luxurious motorhome of the Ward family, savoring the kung fu tea brewed by Steven for him.

This luxurious motorhome owned by Alan was indeed extraordinary.

From the outside, it looked like an ordinary long-distance bus, with no hint of its true nature.

But upon entering, one would discover a completely different world inside.

Apart from the driver's seat, the entire compartment had been completely redesigned.

Inside, there were not only spacious and luxurious living rooms, luxurious and abundant lounges with bars, but also two extremely comfortable bedrooms and a bathroom with a shower.

According to Alan, this vehicle was specially purchased for his daughter's competitions.

Dianne often had to travel across the country to participate in competitions. Whether by car, train, or plane, there would always be some physical strain upon arriving at the destination.

Sports competitions themselves demand high levels of physical stamina and body condition, so he didn't want her performance to be affected by the journey. That's why he bought this vehicle specifically to accompany her on her travels across the country.

In Alan's words, riding in this vehicle was not only comfortable and stable but also safer. It was like a mobile home. Even after sitting in the car for ten or twenty hours straight, Dianne wouldn't feel the slightest bit tired, ensuring that she maintained an excellent competitive state throughout.

Chapter 1329: "Love on the Lake: Charlie and Dianne's Bonding Time"

Charlie didn't expect Dianne to have a speedboat here.

Seeing her eager expression, he smiled and said, "Sure, let's go take a look together. But how's your driving skill? You won't throw me into the lake, right?"

Dianne blushed shyly and said, "How could that happen, Master Wade? My skills are steady, you can trust me! Even if you really fall into the lake, I can rescue you."

Steven, who was on the side, quickly said, "Sis, take me along, I want to go too..."

Steven was not Dianne's biological brother; they were only cousins through their grandmother. So, Steven didn't usually live in this villa, he just came over occasionally as a guest.

So, when he heard Dianne say she wanted to go boating, he couldn't help but feel a bit eager.

Dianne glared at him and scolded, "Why do you want to go everywhere? Why are you everywhere?"

Steven pouted in grievance, wanting to say something, but Alan on the side said to him, "Steven, come with me, I have something to tell you."

Seeing his uncle speak like this, Steven dared not say anything more and simply nodded obediently, "Okay, Uncle."

Meanwhile, Dianne affectionately linked her arm with Charlie's and said, "Master Wade, let's hurry up and play for a while, or else it'll be time for dinner soon."

Charlie nodded and went with her to the lakeside.

At this time, Alan whispered to Steven, "You, boy, you've been obedient for a while now, how come you're so oblivious?"

Steven asked in a puzzled and aggrieved manner, "Uncle, what did I do wrong? Wasn't I obedient?"

Alan whispered back, "Are you stupid? Can't you see I'm trying to set up your sister with Master Wade? Yet you eagerly want to be a third wheel, aren't you ruining your sister's good fortune?"

"I..." Steven hesitated for a moment in embarrassment, then whispered, "Uncle, but Master Wade is already married..."

Alan snorted and retorted, "So what if he's married? Who says he can't divorce? As long as in the future, Master Wade divorces and marries your sister, then Master Wade will be our Ward family's son-in-law, right?"

Steven was dumbfounded for a moment, then nodded reluctantly, "Alright, Uncle, you're right..."

After saying that, he thought for a moment, then smirked and said, "Uncle, if Master Wade becomes my future brother-in-law, then I'll be awesome. Who in Aurous Hill would dare to mess with me?"

Alan smiled faintly and said, "If Master Wade really becomes your sister's husband, I don't think anyone in the whole country would dare to mess with you."

Steven was excited, clapping his hands and laughing, "Haha, that would be great!"

Meanwhile, Dianne led Charlie to a small dock by the lake.

Here, there was a lightweight steel-structured boat dock, with an imported small speedboat moored inside.

This kind of speedboat only had six seats in total, not very large, but surprisingly, it was equipped with four 400-horsepower Yamaha boat engines at the stern.

Charlie was almost speechless, blurting out, "For a boat of this size, usually, just one 200-horsepower engine is enough to make it fast. But this boat has four 400-horsepower engines, are you trying to fly?"

Dianne stuck out her tongue and laughed, "This reservoir is usually closed off, and there are no other boats on it, so it's fun to go fast!"

As she spoke, she jumped into the boat, grinning, "When I was on vacation abroad, I found that people overseas like to play with super high horsepower speedboats. Ferrari even released a Riva Ferrari speedboat. I drove one abroad once, it was quite exciting, but it lacked a bit of power. So, I specially customized this speedboat, with the power configuration doubled compared to the Ferrari speedboat!"

Charlie chuckled, "Just hearing you say that, I'm getting a bit nervous."

Chapter 1330: "Speed and Serenity: Dianne's Wild Ride with Charlie"

Dianne smiled and said, "Master Wade, please trust Dianne's skills!"

Charlie nodded and stepped onto the speedboat, sitting beside Dianne.

At this moment, Dianne pressed the start button, and the four V8 engines roared simultaneously. The deep idling sound was even more powerful than that of a supercar.

Dianne slowly drove the speedboat out of the dock, then mischievously smiled at Charlie and said, "Master Wade, hold on tight!"

With that, she suddenly pushed the throttle to the maximum!

The entire speedboat burst out with tremendous power and surged forward suddenly.

Although Charlie was prepared, he was still shocked by the immense power of the speedboat.

The lake was very wide, so driving a speedboat didn't require the constant attention to road conditions like driving on land.

On the lake, it was even possible to close your eyes while driving. The entire lake instantly became Dianne's unrestricted playground.

Her personality was both gentle and strong, and her fiery temperament destined her to prefer this kind of thrilling extreme sport.

However, what Dianne didn't expect was that Charlie remained calm and composed throughout the journey, which left her feeling somewhat disappointed.

The reason she invited Charlie to ride on the boat was to see him nervous. After all, everyone who had ridden on her boat before had been nervous and scared.

She thought that even if Charlie wasn't afraid, he would at least look nervous, so she could feel a sense of mischievous satisfaction.

But to her surprise, Charlie showed no signs of change at all.

Even though she had pushed the boat's power to the limit, making it feel like flying just above the water surface, Charlie remained indifferent.

In fact, Charlie was somewhat nervous inside.

But he felt that he definitely couldn't show this nervousness in front of Dianne, otherwise wouldn't he be easily manipulated by this little girl?

Dianne kept accelerating, until even she herself felt a bit scared. Finally, she gave up trying and gradually slowed down the boat, stopping it in the middle of the lake. Pouting, she said to Charlie, "Master Wade, aren't you ever nervous or scared?"

Charlie smiled, "Sometimes I get nervous, but I've never been scared."

Dianne hurriedly asked, "Then Master Wade, in what kind of situations do you get nervous? Could you give Dianne a few examples? Please, I really want to know, what exactly makes Master Wade nervous..."

Charlie thought for a moment and smiled, "Miss Walker, do you remember the time she gave me a check for a hundred million?"

"Of course!" Dianne smiled, "Wasn't it the time when you graciously distributed medicine to us all at Orvel's Chef Legenda Mansion, and Miss Sarah respectfully gave you that check?"

Charlie nodded.

Dianne asked eagerly, "Master Wade, a mere hundred million shouldn't mean much to you. Why would you be nervous because of that check?"

Charlie smiled and said, "I casually put that hundred million check in my pocket, treating it like another check for eighteen thousand, and casually gave it to my mother-in-law."

Puzzled, Dianne asked, "Then why be nervous? After all, a hundred million is nothing to you."

Charlie smiled faintly and said, "I wouldn't care if I lost that hundred million check, but if it fell into my mother-in-law's hands, I'd lose sleep for a month."

Why is Charlie acting childish while discussing with Dianne, this boy is unpredictable

warlock_brother · Feb 8, 2024

1328 is missing

Junlee (aka 'Jungal2000') · Feb 8, 2024

warlock_brother said:
1328 is missing

Oopsie.. Sorry, ill upload later

emeka · Feb 8, 2024

warlock_brother said:
1328 is missing

yeah

emeka · Feb 8, 2024

haha not only that the house will be hot for him to stay if that money ended in her mother inlaw hand

Junlee (aka 'Jungal2000') · Feb 9, 2024

emeka said:
haha not only that the house will be hot for him to stay if that money ended in her mother inlaw hand

Really scary thought... Haha

Junlee (aka 'Jungal2000') · Feb 9, 2024

1328, uploaded!

Junlee (aka 'Jungal2000') · Feb 9, 2024

Chapter 1331: "Corporate Connections: The Ito Family's Strategic Moves"

At this moment, Aurous Hill International Hotel.

After leaving the gym, Nanako returned to her hotel room with her assistant and several maids assigned to her from home.

For this competition in Aurous Hill, the Ito family had booked the only two presidential suites at Aurous Hill International Hotel well in advance.

Among them, Nanako stayed in one suite, while her coach, assistant, and servants stayed in the other presidential suite.

Moreover, half a month ago, representatives from the Ito family had come to Aurous Hill and transformed one of the bedrooms in the presidential suite where Nanako stayed into her exclusive training room.

It is said that the renovation alone cost millions of dollars. If you count the price of booking two presidential suites for an extended period, Nanako's expenses for this trip to Aurous Hill for the competition would be at least three to four million.

The main reason for such extravagance and lavishness is that the Ito family is extremely wealthy.

The Ito family is one of the top five families in Japan, with investments spanning almost every imaginable field. Even the well-known Japanese underground organization, the Yamaguchi-gumi, has shares owned by the Ito family.

In addition, although Nanako is young and beautiful, and appears to be sophisticated and quiet, deep down she is an extremely passionate Japanese girl devoted to martial arts. She imposes extremely strict demands on her own training and never interrupts it regardless of the season.

Immediately after finishing the morning match, she returned to the hotel and, without bothering to eat lunch, went straight to her training room.

While she was sweating profusely in the training room, her phone suddenly vibrated.

It was a call from her assistant, Koichi Tanaka.

She paused her exercises, answered the phone, and asked, "Tanaka-san, what's the matter?"

The other party respectfully said, "Miss, the president of Kobayashi Pharmaceuticals, Mr. Jiro Kobayashi, is here. He wishes to meet you. Do you have time?"

"Jiro Kobayashi?" Nanako wondered, "I have never met him before, nor do we have any acquaintances. Why does he want to see me?"

Koichi hurriedly explained, "Miss, you may not know this, but Kobayashi Pharmaceuticals sponsored the finals of this competition and even paid a large sum to have the naming rights. It seems like a bold attempt by them to enter the Chinese market, so Mr. Kobayashi himself has come to Aurous Hill. Knowing that you are staying here, he wishes to pay his respects."

"Trouble you to inform him that I am currently training and have no time to see him, please apologize on my behalf."

Nanako is somewhat introverted and usually does not enjoy socializing with others. Moreover, she is currently in the crucial stage of preparing for the semi-finals, and she does not want to be distracted by a stranger.

Koichi hurriedly said, "Miss, Mr. Kobayashi recently inherited Kobayashi Pharmaceuticals, and their flagship product, Kobayashi Gastric Powder, is currently actively expanding its market globally..."

Normally good-natured, Nanako was somewhat annoyed at this moment and asked, "Tanaka-san, what exactly are you trying to say? I have no connection with Jiro, nor do I care about the situation of Kobayashi Pharmaceuticals. These have nothing to do with me."

Koichi awkwardly said, "Miss, the president has been in close communication with Kobayashi Pharmaceuticals because he has high hopes for its future. Therefore, he is preparing to discuss investment and partnership opportunities with Mr. Kobayashi in depth. Mr. Kobayashi also hopes that the Ito family can invest in him, so he has spent a lot of money to sponsor this competition, actually to show goodwill to you and the Ito family!"

"Oh..." Nanako knew that the president mentioned by Koichi was her father, Takehiko, the current head of the Ito family.

However, Nanako still responded somewhat coldly, "I don't want to get too involved in Father's affairs. If Father and this Jiro have any cooperation, let them meet and discuss it themselves."

Chapter 1332: "Karate Diplomacy: Navigating International Relations with a Punch"

Koichi said with difficulty, "Miss, President Takehiko really values this cooperation with Kobayashi Pharmaceutical. Please don't be so stubborn..."

Nanako replied lightly, "I'm sorry, Tanaka-san, but I need to continue my training."

With that, she hung up the phone directly.

Nanako, 22 years old this year, is a senior at the prestigious University of Tokyo in Japan. She is simple and quiet, with a natural aloofness.

She is the four-time reigning campus belle of the University of Tokyo and the most sought-after daughter-in-law candidate by top Japanese families. However, she herself is just a simple-minded martial arts enthusiast who is inexperienced in worldly affairs.

With Jiro , she has no relationship with him.

Even her father's best friend and closest business partner, as long as they are not related by blood and not her elders, she won't give in.

Her current life goal is very simple. First, she wants to win this year's World University Karate Championship, then graduate smoothly from the University of Tokyo, and then prepare for the next Olympics.

During the last Olympics, she was too young and busy with her studies to participate. But the next Olympics has become the stage she most eagerly anticipates.

She hopes to win the Olympic gold medal and even more, desires to win more than one Olympic gold medal.

Winning this Olympic gold medal, and then defending the next one, has become her greatest pursuit in life.

Koichi held the phone at this moment, feeling somewhat awkward facing Jiro's expectant face.

He didn't expect his young mistress to be so unyielding. Even when he had expressed it so clearly, she still refused to meet Jiro.

Koichi could only lie to Jiro, saying, "Mr. Kobayashi, please wait a moment. Our young lady is still training. She should meet with you later!"

Dressed in a top-notch suit, wearing glasses, and looking quite gentlemanly, Jiro smiled politely and said, "It's alright. If Miss Ito is busy, she should attend to her tasks first. You don't have to mind me. I can wait here."

Koichi nodded slightly and said, "Mr. Kobayashi, please wait a moment. I'll go pour you a cup of tea."

After that, he went to the kitchen and called the head of the Ito family, Takehiko.

Once the call connected, Takehiko's deep and majestic voice came through, "Tanaka, why are you calling me?"

Koichi hurriedly said, "President, Mr. Jiro, the President of Kobayashi Pharmaceutical, has come to see Miss."

Takehiko responded with a grunt, saying, "I know. Jiro has a favorable impression of Nanako. He came to me a few days ago, asking me to marry Nanako to him."

Koichi asked, "So, President, what is your opinion?"

Instead of answering Koichi's question, Takehiko's tone became extremely stern as he said, "Tanaka, you are my trusted aide, so I will tell you the following, but remember, you must not disclose it to anyone. Otherwise, I will personally send you to meet the sun goddess, Amaterasu!"

Chapter 1333: "Kobayashi's Karate Connection: Love, Money, and Medicine"

Upon hearing this, Koichi immediately blurted out, "President, please rest assured, Tanaka will never disclose a word of what you've said!"

Takehiko nodded in satisfaction and said, "Kobayashi Pharmaceuticals now has a stomach powder with excellent efficacy and very good sales. It is actively expanding its global market. Modern people are bound to encounter some stomach discomfort, so the market space for this medicine is also very broad. Once this medicine is launched globally, the annual profit could reach at least tens of billions of dollars."

Koichi exclaimed, "Just a stomach medicine, yet it has such a huge market space?"

Takehiko replied, "This is only my preliminary estimate. I have already had the pharmaceutical laboratory at the University of Tokyo analyze and compare Kobayashi Pharmaceuticals' stomach powder with those of other companies on the market. The conclusion is that Kobayashi's stomach powder outshines them all!"

"Therefore, Kobayashi's stomach powder standing at the top of the world is only a matter of time. To seize this golden opportunity, the sooner the better. The best way is to marry into the Kobayashi family and invest in Kobayashi Pharmaceuticals."

"If Nanako marries Jiro, then I will demand to own at least 20%, or even 30%, of Kobayashi Pharmaceuticals' shares. By then, it could bring tens of billions of dollars in profit to our family every year!"

Koichi suddenly realized, "President, I understand your intentions!"

Takehiko nodded and instructed, "So, while you're in China, by Nanako's side, you must find ways to persuade her more. Speak more positively about Jiro in her presence. If she agrees and marries him immediately after graduating from university this summer, even if you've just done your duty, I will reward you with 5 million dollars!"

Koichi was overjoyed and hastily said, "President, Tanaka will do his utmost and will never disappoint your hopes for me!"

Takehiko nodded in satisfaction, "Very well, I'll call Nanako now and tell her she must meet Jiro today. After they meet, make sure to whisper some more in Nanako's ear."

Koichi replied hurriedly, "Yes, President!"

At this moment, Nanako had just put down her phone and resumed her rigorous training.

But the phone buzzed again. She picked it up and saw it was a call from her father. She quickly answered respectfully, "Father, what instructions do you have for Nanako at this time?"

In Japanese aristocratic families, the hierarchy is very strict. Children from ordinary families address their parents as "otousan" and "okaasan," similar to how Chinese children call their parents "dad" and "mom."

However, in Japan's hierarchical noble families, all offspring must address their parents as "father" and "mother."

Moreover, daily communication with parents should not be too colloquial, and honorifics must always be used. Especially for girls, one of the most important lessons from childhood is to learn the cumbersome etiquette of nobility.

Although Nanako grew up with a silver spoon in her mouth, she has always strictly followed various cumbersome rules within the noble family from her earliest memories to the present, never daring to overstep even a bit.

On the phone, Takehiko asked her, "Nanako, I heard you won today's match. Congratulations."

Nanako hurriedly replied, "Father, today's match was only the round of 16. Nanako's goal is to win the championship! Please wait until after Nanako secures the championship to congratulate her!"

Chapter 1334: "Ito's Iron Fist: Navigating Love and Loyalty in High Society"

"Very good!" Takehiko praised, "Indeed worthy of being the daughter of the Ito family. Modest and composed, yet still remembering her original aspirations!"

Although Nanako was holding a phone, she instinctively bowed slightly towards the east and said with utmost respect, "Thank you for your praise, Father. Nanako will redouble her efforts!"

Takehiko nodded and then asked, "By the way, Nanako, did the president of Kobayashi Pharmaceuticals, Jiro, come to see you?"

"Yes, Father."

Takehiko continued, "You, you're not young anymore. Don't always keep the opposite sex at arm's length. I've had some dealings with Jiro. He's only two years older than you, and he's talented. You should consider getting to know him better."

Nanako hurriedly replied, "Father, I currently have no thoughts on matters of romance. In the next few years, I will not devote my energy to such pursuits. I still have to represent Japan in the next Olympics and the one after that. Entangling myself in love affairs would only interfere with my training and competitions. I hope Father can understand."

Takehiko interjected, "You're still young. Many things are not a matter of choosing between two incompatible options but rather a matter of integration. Love and marriage won't hinder your future plans."

Nanako earnestly said, "Father, I cannot agree with what you're saying. Practicing martial arts is like rowing against the current; if you do not advance, you retreat. To become a world-class expert, I must devote all available time to training diligently. If I were to slack off now and waste precious time on romance and marriage, I might never become a martial arts master in this lifetime."

Takehiko's voice carried a hint of reproach, "Martial arts was initially meant to be a hobby for you, just something to dabble in. I didn't intend for you to dedicate all your time and energy to it."

"You are the daughter of the Ito family, after all. A lady of your standing should behave accordingly. What's the point of fighting on the arena every day?"

Nanako firmly stated, "Father, martial arts is the lifelong pursuit of Nanako! If necessary, I am willing to sacrifice love and marriage for it!"

"Nonsense!" Takehiko erupted in anger. "You are my daughter, carrying the bloodline of the Ito family. How can you abandon the family's heritage for mere martial arts? Are you honoring the ancestors of the Ito family?"

"I..." Nanako was suddenly at a loss for words.

Hearing her father's words, she did feel somewhat guilty. Hastily, she said, "Father, Nanako acknowledges her mistake. I am not truly disregarding marriage, but at this stage, I prefer not to consider it prematurely. Please understand, Father!"

Takehiko replied coldly, "I cannot understand, nor do I wish to understand. However, I don't want to discuss more about life over the phone with you. When you finish the competition, we can have a thorough discussion as father and daughter."

"But for now, Jiro has already come to see you. As the daughter of the Ito family, representing the family's prestige and image, how can you avoid meeting him? If this gets out, people will say the Ito family lacks manners!"

Hearing this, Nanako could only sigh in resignation, "It's Nanako's oversight. Please forgive me, Father. I will change clothes now and go meet Jiro."

Chapter 1335: "Grace Under Pressure: Nanako's Dilemma with Jiro"

When Nanako agreed, Takehiko's voice softened slightly. He asked, "Nanako, have you had lunch?"

Nanako truthfully replied, "Reporting to Father, I came back from the gym and went straight to training. I haven't had lunch yet."

Takehiko nodded and instructed, "Very well. It's already noon. Why don't you let Jiro have lunch at your place? Consider it as a gesture of hospitality on behalf of our family."

"Let him have lunch?"

Nanako was somewhat reluctant.

She was naturally reserved, and her family had taught her to maintain a distance from men since childhood. Furthermore, her passion for martial arts over the years had kept her from much interaction with males.

Apart from her family, she had never had a meal alone with a young man. Even her assistant Koichi had never had the opportunity to dine with her privately.

However, she could sense the firmness in her father's tone and knew that opposing him would likely be futile. So, she said, "Yes, Father. Nanako understands..."

Satisfied, Takehiko said, "Nanako, the family currently has important cooperation with Kobayashi Pharmaceuticals, so do not neglect them. Understand?"

Nanako hurriedly replied, "Yes, Father."

After hanging up the phone, Nanako sighed helplessly. She called Koichi and said to him, "Tanaka-san, please entertain Mr. Kobayashi for now. I've been sweating from training and need to take a shower."

Koichi quickly agreed and then turned to Jiro, saying, "Mr. Kobayashi, please wait for a moment. Miss Ito needs to take a shower first, and then she'll be with you."

Upon hearing that Nanako was willing to see him, Jiro was thrilled inwardly but remained composed on the surface. "Certainly, Tanaka-san. I'll wait here for Miss Ito," he said casually.

Ten minutes later, Nanako, having taken a shower, changed into a simple Japanese-style home outfit.

At this moment, there was no trace of her years of martial arts practice. She appeared entirely like a gentle traditional Japanese woman.

Koichi led Jiro to Nanako's presidential suite. As soon as Jiro saw Nanako, he was instantly amazed.

He couldn't help but think, My God! Why is this woman so beautiful? So pure?!

Her clear, radiant eyes seemed like meticulously crafted artworks from the heavens. Her eggshell-like complexion was flawless, her delicate nose akin to a treasure of the world, and her cherry blossom-like rosy lips were alluring and enticing.

In Jiro's eyes, she was like the water of a clear pond atop a snowy mountain—dignified, serene, gentle, yet with a hint of coldness.

Just from this sight alone, Jiro fell deeply in love with her and silently vowed in his heart, "I must marry her at all costs! Even if it means marrying into the Ito family. Because besides her, I can't find such a perfect woman in this world!"

Jiro desperately suppressed his desire for Nanako, but Nanako still noticed the uncontrollable desire in his eyes.

This made her somewhat repulsed, feeling as if Jiro's gaze was like a drop of greasy pork fat falling into a cup of fine tea.

However, she couldn't express her aversion and could only politely say, "Mr. Kobayashi, I apologize for keeping you waiting earlier."

Jiro quickly waved his hand and said, "No, no, no, Miss Ito, you don't need to be so polite. It was presumptuous of me to visit unexpectedly. Please don't mind."

Junlee (aka 'Jungal2000') · Feb 9, 2024

warlock_brother said:
No chapters for today?

Sorry, there were new chapters yesterday, uploaded late as I have to attend some interviews.

Junlee (aka 'Jungal2000') · Feb 9, 2024

Chapter 1336: "Treading Lightly: Nanako's Diplomatic Inquiry"

With a heavy heart, Jiro sighed deeply, his regret echoing through the air like a mournful melody. "I only just arrived in Aurous Hill this morning," he lamented. "Rushing straight from immigration to here, I missed the chance to witness Miss Ito's match at the gymnasium. They say she triumphed in just one round today. Oh, how I wish I had been there!"

Nanako responded with kindness, her words a soothing balm. "Mr. Kobayashi, your intentions are noble indeed."

"From now on," Jiro declared with newfound determination, "I'll be her biggest supporter, attending every match and cheering her on with all my might!"

Modestly, Nanako acknowledged his pledge. "Indeed, my family's pharmaceutical company, Kobayashi Pharmaceuticals, sponsors the final match. I'll be presenting the trophy myself. But until then, the champion remains uncertain."

Jiro's faith, however, remained unshaken. "I have no doubt Miss Ito will emerge victorious!"

Smiling warmly, Nanako extended an invitation. "Perhaps we should dine together. It's already noon."

Jiro's heart leapt with joy at the prospect. "Lunch with Miss Ito? What an honor!"

Taking the opportunity to maintain a semblance of distance, Nanako requested Koichi's presence, though she seldom relied on others' assistance.

In the opulent surroundings of the presidential suite's restaurant, Nanako and Jiro sat facing each other. The spaciousness provided a sense of comfort, yet Nanako still felt a need for space.

As they settled in, Jiro attempted to engage Nanako in conversation. "Miss Ito, you've been in Aurous Hill for some time, haven't you?"

Nanako confirmed, "Twenty days now."

Curious, Jiro inquired about her explorations of the city, praising its beauty.

Returning the question, Nanako asked, "And have you visited Aurous Hill before, Mr. Kobayashi?"

"It's my first visit," Jiro confessed. "But to me, this city holds a bittersweet memory. If not for your participation in the competition, I wouldn't have come, even though it's undeniably stunning."

Intrigued, Nanako probed further. "What do you mean, Mr. Kobayashi?"

Jiro's expression turned somber as he revealed a painful truth. "My troubled brother, driven to madness, committed a heinous act against our father. The shame led our family to seek his capture. He met his end at the hands of a bounty hunter here in Aurous Hill. And now... I'm left haunted by the uncertainty of his resting place."

Chapter 1337: "Charm and Deception: Jiro's Pursuit of Nanako"

Nanako hadn't anticipated the news of Jiro's elder brother's passing in Aurous Hill. Feeling a tinge of discomfort, she expressed her condolences to Mr. Kobayashi, "I'm sorry, Mr. Kobayashi, for inadvertently touching upon your sorrow."

Jiro waved it off quickly, his sincerity shining through, "It's alright. Sharing it with you somehow lessens the weight of my grief, Miss Ito..."

Despite the solemnity of the situation, Jiro's thoughts drifted to his late brother Ichiro, and surprisingly, he found himself feeling content rather than mournful.

The tradition of the eldest son inheriting the family business was deeply rooted in Japanese culture. Regardless of ability, the eldest son would inevitably assume the role, with younger siblings serving as support.

Jiro was destined to assist his older brother Ichiro in expanding Kobayashi Pharmaceuticals, upholding the family legacy. Even if his own skills outshone Ichiro's, tradition demanded he defer.

Yet, Ichiro's unexpected gesture changed everything. By willingly relinquishing the heirship, he paved the way for Jiro's ascent.

However, this gift came at a steep price. Ichiro's strategic maneuver not only rid the family of their father, but also burdened him with the accusation of patricide, providing a pretext for eliminating Jiro.

The demands of the situation were daunting. Wade, that wily bastard, demanded an exorbitant ten billion dollars, a staggering sum that initially stung.

But Jiro's brilliance shone through. His development of Kobayashi Gastric Powder, derived from ancient Chinese formulas, propelled him to the forefront of Japan's pharmaceutical scene.

The imminent global launch of this miracle remedy promised untold riches. Soon, even ten billion dollars would seem trivial.

And if he could secure Nanako's hand in marriage, aligning Kobayashi Pharmaceuticals with the influential Ito family, their growth would skyrocket.

Jiro envisioned surpassing even America's Ruizhui, ascending to the summit of the pharmaceutical world.

With anticipation, he turned to Nanako, inquiring with a smile, "Miss Ito, is this your final year of schooling?"

"Yes," Nanako affirmed, "I'll be graduating this summer."

Jiro chuckled, "Ah, the bloom of youth. Many choose marriage after university. Any thoughts on that front?"

Nanako shook her head, "My focus is on martial arts. Love hasn't crossed my mind yet."

Undeterred, Jiro probed further, "And what kind of man might catch your eye?"

"I've yet to consider," Nanako replied simply, "As no man has captured my heart."

Chapter 1338: "Freedom in Choice: Nanako's Assertion of Autonomy"

Jiro persisted with unwavering determination, pressing on with his questioning, "Let's ponder it together. What sort of man could possibly meet your standards for a partner?"

Nanako pondered deeply before replying, "First and foremost, he must surpass me in strength!"

"Surpass you? In what regard? Profession? Education? Accomplishments?"

Nanako earnestly responded, "In martial prowess! I couldn't settle for someone who couldn't best me in combat."

Jiro coughed awkwardly, privately musing, "Nanako may seem reserved, but there's a hidden competitive streak within her. It's admirable if she's passionate about martial arts, but why the insistence on a partner stronger than herself? Wouldn't that limit my chances right from the start?"

With these thoughts swirling, Jiro interjected, "Miss Ito, isn't that a rather stringent requirement? There are many commendable men out there, but not all are skilled in martial arts. Besides, many martial arts masters are of advanced age, like your coach, Mr. Yamamoto. Do you truly desire a partner like that?"

Nanako shook her head, stating, "Certainly not. Strength surpassing mine is merely the first criterion. I have another: he must resonate with my aesthetics and principles. Additionally, our age gap mustn't exceed three years in either direction, and he must possess integrity and kindness."

Jiro probed further, "And what of his wealth? Any stipulations there?"

Nanako replied, "Wealth holds no sway in my considerations."

Jiro felt a pang of frustration.

His wealth was his strongest suit. As the youthful chairman of a prominent family enterprise, he stood out in Japan's business landscape. Yet, Nanako seemed indifferent to financial status.

Could it be that, regardless of wealth, as long as the other criteria were met, she would still entertain the notion of a relationship?

Frustration gnawing at him, Jiro ventured, "Miss Ito, I presume Chairman Ito has certain expectations for your future partner, no? As the heiress of the Ito family, you should also consider his viewpoint."

Nanako shook her head decisively, "While I may heed Chairman Ito's counsel on other matters, selecting a partner is a deeply personal affair. It's not just about freedom but also lifelong happiness. No one should interfere with that."

Jiro's brows furrowed involuntarily.

Navigating the complexities of Nanako, this extraordinary beauty and heiress, was proving to be quite the challenge!

Meanwhile, as Jiro grappled with his feelings towards Nanako, Charlie and Dianne were already enjoying a carefree day on the lake.

After a delightful time, Dianne, with the exuberance of a child, decided to steer the boat back to shore, where a lavish feast awaited them, courtesy of the Ward family chefs.

Later, as they returned to the villa, Alan warmly welcomed Charlie into their opulent Chinese-style dining room.

With a sly wink, Alan seated Dianne beside Charlie, then uncorked a bottle of aged Maotai liquor, entrusting Dianne with the task of keeping Charlie's glass full.

Taking the bottle with a playful smile, Dianne promised, "Consider it done, Dad."

Alan grinned and added, "Oh, and Dianne, since it's Master Wade's first visit, you should join him for a drink or two."

Chapter 1339: "Experience and Tactics: Dianne's Analysis of Martial Arts"

Dianne blushed softly and nodded in agreement, "Okay, Dad. I'll just tag along with Master Wade for a little while then."

Charlie grinned gently and responded, "Dianne, remember, after you eat, you need to let the divine medicine work its magic. Drinking isn't a good idea for you right now. But how about we save that drink for a celebration after you've won the championship?"

Dianne chewed on her lower lip, a hint of uncertainty in her voice as she admitted, "Master Wade, if I had to face Nanako in a match, I wouldn't stand much of a chance... Nanako is truly remarkable, unmatched among her peers."

Charlie quirked an eyebrow, intrigued, "Is Nanako really that impressive?"

Dianne nodded earnestly, "Nanako began her martial arts journey at five years old, trained under Japan's finest masters, and mastered various forms of combat from Sanda to Jeet Kune Do. She's a natural talent."

"Meanwhile, I didn't start training in Sanda and boxing until I was ten, putting me five years behind Nanako. The gap is substantial. Even with your divine medicine boosting my physical abilities, I might still fall short. Martial arts matches aren't just about strength and speed; they require experience and strategy, which Nanako has in abundance."

With a tinge of melancholy, Dianne continued, "It's like football, something you guys love so much. Players like Messi and Ronaldo excel not just because of their physical prowess but because of their skill and experience. Messi, despite his stature, outshines many physically stronger players due to his expertise and experience. That's the difference."

Charlie nodded thoughtfully, "You're absolutely right. Experience and strategy come with time. But don't worry too much; I'll help analyze your opponent's strengths and weaknesses and devise a game plan."

Dianne beamed with excitement, "That's fantastic, Master Wade! I trust you completely!"

After dinner, Dianne led Charlie to her specially equipped training room, a vast space filled with various workout gear and an arena.

Motioning for Charlie to take a seat in the designated resting area, Dianne excused herself, "Master, please wait here while I change into my training gear."

"Of course," Charlie replied.

A few minutes later, Dianne returned in sleek, athletic attire.

The sportswear left little to the imagination, emphasizing Dianne's graceful neckline, slender limbs, and toned abdomen.

Charlie couldn't help but feel a bit self-conscious; this private moment felt different from their interactions on the competition field. Yet, he maintained a composed demeanor, focusing on Dianne's potential.

Dianne, though initially bashful, exuded confidence in her physique. She hoped Charlie could see beyond her exterior and recognize her inner strength.

Regaining his composure, Charlie inquired, "Dianne, did you take the medicine I gave you earlier?"

Dianne promptly presented the pill encased in a transparent shell, assuring, "Yes, Master Wade, here it is, ready to go."

Chapter 1340: "Physical Renewal: Profound Transformation"

Charlie nodded reassuringly and spoke softly, "Alright, it's time for your medicine. Trust me, I'll be right here to help you harness its power quickly."

This special medicine, designed originally to heal physical wounds and illnesses, had been transformed by the addition of a touch of spiritual essence.

Among the elderly, ailments were common, their bodies showing signs of wear and tear over time. When they took the medicine, it worked directly on their troubled areas, requiring no extra assistance.

Yet, for the young ones, their bodies were typically strong and resilient, not in need of immediate repair. In their case, taking the medicine without guidance could lead to overwhelming effects that their bodies couldn't handle.

If you imagine the human body as a sponge, the elderly resembled one dried out and in need of moisture, while the young were like a sponge already soaked to capacity.

For the elderly, the medicine acted as a revitalizing drink, replenishing their bodies and restoring vigor.

But for the young, it was like pouring water onto an already saturated sponge, risking overflow and potential harm.

Initially, when Charlie gave Dianne the pill, it was a precaution, meant to safeguard her against future injuries or sickness.

But now, as he used it to bolster his own strength, he needed to ensure Dianne could absorb its effects properly.

Upon Charlie's instruction, Dianne obediently took the pill from its container and asked, "Master Wade, can I just swallow it?"

Charlie nodded in agreement, "Sit comfortably and swallow it whole."

Following his guidance, Dianne settled onto the soft mat and swallowed the pill as instructed.

The potency of the medicine was immediate. As it entered her system, Dianne felt a rush of warmth spreading throughout her body, causing her pores to open and sweat to bead.

But this wasn't the usual post-exercise sweat; it was denser, stickier, like glue clinging to her skin.

Charlie stepped in, using his spiritual energy to help Dianne absorb the medicine seamlessly. Initially, there was discomfort, even pain, but soon, a sense of clarity and ease washed over her.

And amidst it all, she felt a warmth enveloping her, as if Charlie's presence itself was a comforting embrace, stirring emotions deep within her heart.

Prosper · Feb 9, 2024

Junlee said:
Chapter 1336: "Treading Lightly: Nanako's Diplomatic Inquiry"

With a heavy heart, Jiro sighed deeply, his regret echoing through the air like a mournful melody. "I only just arrived in Aurous Hill this morning," he lamented. "Rushing straight from immigration to here, I missed the chance to witness Miss Ito's match at the gymnasium. They say she triumphed in just one round today. Oh, how I wish I had been there!"

Nanako responded with kindness, her words a soothing balm. "Mr. Kobayashi, your intentions are noble indeed."

"From now on," Jiro declared with newfound determination, "I'll be her biggest supporter, attending every match and cheering her on with all my might!"

Modestly, Nanako acknowledged his pledge. "Indeed, my family's pharmaceutical company, Kobayashi Pharmaceuticals, sponsors the final match. I'll be presenting the trophy myself. But until then, the champion remains uncertain."

Jiro's faith, however, remained unshaken. "I have no doubt Miss Ito will emerge victorious!"

Smiling warmly, Nanako extended an invitation. "Perhaps we should dine together. It's already noon."

Jiro's heart leapt with joy at the prospect. "Lunch with Miss Ito? What an honor!"

Taking the opportunity to maintain a semblance of distance, Nanako requested Koichi's presence, though she seldom relied on others' assistance.

In the opulent surroundings of the presidential suite's restaurant, Nanako and Jiro sat facing each other. The spaciousness provided a sense of comfort, yet Nanako still felt a need for space.

As they settled in, Jiro attempted to engage Nanako in conversation. "Miss Ito, you've been in Aurous Hill for some time, haven't you?"

Nanako confirmed, "Twenty days now."

Curious, Jiro inquired about her explorations of the city, praising its beauty.

Returning the question, Nanako asked, "And have you visited Aurous Hill before, Mr. Kobayashi?"

"It's my first visit," Jiro confessed. "But to me, this city holds a bittersweet memory. If not for your participation in the competition, I wouldn't have come, even though it's undeniably stunning."

Intrigued, Nanako probed further. "What do you mean, Mr. Kobayashi?"

Jiro's expression turned somber as he revealed a painful truth. "My troubled brother, driven to madness, committed a heinous act against our father. The shame led our family to seek his capture. He met his end at the hands of a bounty hunter here in Aurous Hill. And now... I'm left haunted by the uncertainty of his resting place."

Chapter 1337: "Charm and Deception: Jiro's Pursuit of Nanako"

Nanako hadn't anticipated the news of Jiro's elder brother's passing in Aurous Hill. Feeling a tinge of discomfort, she expressed her condolences to Mr. Kobayashi, "I'm sorry, Mr. Kobayashi, for inadvertently touching upon your sorrow."

Jiro waved it off quickly, his sincerity shining through, "It's alright. Sharing it with you somehow lessens the weight of my grief, Miss Ito..."

Despite the solemnity of the situation, Jiro's thoughts drifted to his late brother Ichiro, and surprisingly, he found himself feeling content rather than mournful.

The tradition of the eldest son inheriting the family business was deeply rooted in Japanese culture. Regardless of ability, the eldest son would inevitably assume the role, with younger siblings serving as support.

Jiro was destined to assist his older brother Ichiro in expanding Kobayashi Pharmaceuticals, upholding the family legacy. Even if his own skills outshone Ichiro's, tradition demanded he defer.

Yet, Ichiro's unexpected gesture changed everything. By willingly relinquishing the heirship, he paved the way for Jiro's ascent.

However, this gift came at a steep price. Ichiro's strategic maneuver not only rid the family of their father, but also burdened him with the accusation of patricide, providing a pretext for eliminating Jiro.

The demands of the situation were daunting. Wade, that wily bastard, demanded an exorbitant ten billion dollars, a staggering sum that initially stung.

But Jiro's brilliance shone through. His development of Kobayashi Gastric Powder, derived from ancient Chinese formulas, propelled him to the forefront of Japan's pharmaceutical scene.

The imminent global launch of this miracle remedy promised untold riches. Soon, even ten billion dollars would seem trivial.

And if he could secure Nanako's hand in marriage, aligning Kobayashi Pharmaceuticals with the influential Ito family, their growth would skyrocket.

Jiro envisioned surpassing even America's Ruizhui, ascending to the summit of the pharmaceutical world.

With anticipation, he turned to Nanako, inquiring with a smile, "Miss Ito, is this your final year of schooling?"

"Yes," Nanako affirmed, "I'll be graduating this summer."

Jiro chuckled, "Ah, the bloom of youth. Many choose marriage after university. Any thoughts on that front?"

Nanako shook her head, "My focus is on martial arts. Love hasn't crossed my mind yet."

Undeterred, Jiro probed further, "And what kind of man might catch your eye?"

"I've yet to consider," Nanako replied simply, "As no man has captured my heart."

Chapter 1338: "Freedom in Choice: Nanako's Assertion of Autonomy"

Jiro persisted with unwavering determination, pressing on with his questioning, "Let's ponder it together. What sort of man could possibly meet your standards for a partner?"

Nanako pondered deeply before replying, "First and foremost, he must surpass me in strength!"

"Surpass you? In what regard? Profession? Education? Accomplishments?"

Nanako earnestly responded, "In martial prowess! I couldn't settle for someone who couldn't best me in combat."

Jiro coughed awkwardly, privately musing, "Nanako may seem reserved, but there's a hidden competitive streak within her. It's admirable if she's passionate about martial arts, but why the insistence on a partner stronger than herself? Wouldn't that limit my chances right from the start?"

With these thoughts swirling, Jiro interjected, "Miss Ito, isn't that a rather stringent requirement? There are many commendable men out there, but not all are skilled in martial arts. Besides, many martial arts masters are of advanced age, like your coach, Mr. Yamamoto. Do you truly desire a partner like that?"

Nanako shook her head, stating, "Certainly not. Strength surpassing mine is merely the first criterion. I have another: he must resonate with my aesthetics and principles. Additionally, our age gap mustn't exceed three years in either direction, and he must possess integrity and kindness."

Jiro probed further, "And what of his wealth? Any stipulations there?"

Nanako replied, "Wealth holds no sway in my considerations."

Jiro felt a pang of frustration.

His wealth was his strongest suit. As the youthful chairman of a prominent family enterprise, he stood out in Japan's business landscape. Yet, Nanako seemed indifferent to financial status.

Could it be that, regardless of wealth, as long as the other criteria were met, she would still entertain the notion of a relationship?

Frustration gnawing at him, Jiro ventured, "Miss Ito, I presume Chairman Ito has certain expectations for your future partner, no? As the heiress of the Ito family, you should also consider his viewpoint."

Nanako shook her head decisively, "While I may heed Chairman Ito's counsel on other matters, selecting a partner is a deeply personal affair. It's not just about freedom but also lifelong happiness. No one should interfere with that."

Jiro's brows furrowed involuntarily.

Navigating the complexities of Nanako, this extraordinary beauty and heiress, was proving to be quite the challenge!

Meanwhile, as Jiro grappled with his feelings towards Nanako, Charlie and Dianne were already enjoying a carefree day on the lake.

After a delightful time, Dianne, with the exuberance of a child, decided to steer the boat back to shore, where a lavish feast awaited them, courtesy of the Ward family chefs.

Later, as they returned to the villa, Alan warmly welcomed Charlie into their opulent Chinese-style dining room.

With a sly wink, Alan seated Dianne beside Charlie, then uncorked a bottle of aged Maotai liquor, entrusting Dianne with the task of keeping Charlie's glass full.

Taking the bottle with a playful smile, Dianne promised, "Consider it done, Dad."

Alan grinned and added, "Oh, and Dianne, since it's Master Wade's first visit, you should join him for a drink or two."

Chapter 1339: "Experience and Tactics: Dianne's Analysis of Martial Arts"

Dianne blushed softly and nodded in agreement, "Okay, Dad. I'll just tag along with Master Wade for a little while then."

Charlie grinned gently and responded, "Dianne, remember, after you eat, you need to let the divine medicine work its magic. Drinking isn't a good idea for you right now. But how about we save that drink for a celebration after you've won the championship?"

Dianne chewed on her lower lip, a hint of uncertainty in her voice as she admitted, "Master Wade, if I had to face Nanako in a match, I wouldn't stand much of a chance... Nanako is truly remarkable, unmatched among her peers."

Charlie quirked an eyebrow, intrigued, "Is Nanako really that impressive?"

Dianne nodded earnestly, "Nanako began her martial arts journey at five years old, trained under Japan's finest masters, and mastered various forms of combat from Sanda to Jeet Kune Do. She's a natural talent."

"Meanwhile, I didn't start training in Sanda and boxing until I was ten, putting me five years behind Nanako. The gap is substantial. Even with your divine medicine boosting my physical abilities, I might still fall short. Martial arts matches aren't just about strength and speed; they require experience and strategy, which Nanako has in abundance."

With a tinge of melancholy, Dianne continued, "It's like football, something you guys love so much. Players like Messi and Ronaldo excel not just because of their physical prowess but because of their skill and experience. Messi, despite his stature, outshines many physically stronger players due to his expertise and experience. That's the difference."

Charlie nodded thoughtfully, "You're absolutely right. Experience and strategy come with time. But don't worry too much; I'll help analyze your opponent's strengths and weaknesses and devise a game plan."

Dianne beamed with excitement, "That's fantastic, Master Wade! I trust you completely!"

After dinner, Dianne led Charlie to her specially equipped training room, a vast space filled with various workout gear and an arena.

Motioning for Charlie to take a seat in the designated resting area, Dianne excused herself, "Master, please wait here while I change into my training gear."

"Of course," Charlie replied.

A few minutes later, Dianne returned in sleek, athletic attire.

The sportswear left little to the imagination, emphasizing Dianne's graceful neckline, slender limbs, and toned abdomen.

Charlie couldn't help but feel a bit self-conscious; this private moment felt different from their interactions on the competition field. Yet, he maintained a composed demeanor, focusing on Dianne's potential.

Dianne, though initially bashful, exuded confidence in her physique. She hoped Charlie could see beyond her exterior and recognize her inner strength.

Regaining his composure, Charlie inquired, "Dianne, did you take the medicine I gave you earlier?"

Dianne promptly presented the pill encased in a transparent shell, assuring, "Yes, Master Wade, here it is, ready to go."

Chapter 1340: "Physical Renewal: Profound Transformation"

Charlie nodded reassuringly and spoke softly, "Alright, it's time for your medicine. Trust me, I'll be right here to help you harness its power quickly."

This special medicine, designed originally to heal physical wounds and illnesses, had been transformed by the addition of a touch of spiritual essence.

Among the elderly, ailments were common, their bodies showing signs of wear and tear over time. When they took the medicine, it worked directly on their troubled areas, requiring no extra assistance.

Yet, for the young ones, their bodies were typically strong and resilient, not in need of immediate repair. In their case, taking the medicine without guidance could lead to overwhelming effects that their bodies couldn't handle.

If you imagine the human body as a sponge, the elderly resembled one dried out and in need of moisture, while the young were like a sponge already soaked to capacity.

For the elderly, the medicine acted as a revitalizing drink, replenishing their bodies and restoring vigor.

But for the young, it was like pouring water onto an already saturated sponge, risking overflow and potential harm.

Initially, when Charlie gave Dianne the pill, it was a precaution, meant to safeguard her against future injuries or sickness.

But now, as he used it to bolster his own strength, he needed to ensure Dianne could absorb its effects properly.

Upon Charlie's instruction, Dianne obediently took the pill from its container and asked, "Master Wade, can I just swallow it?"

Charlie nodded in agreement, "Sit comfortably and swallow it whole."

Following his guidance, Dianne settled onto the soft mat and swallowed the pill as instructed.

The potency of the medicine was immediate. As it entered her system, Dianne felt a rush of warmth spreading throughout her body, causing her pores to open and sweat to bead.

But this wasn't the usual post-exercise sweat; it was denser, stickier, like glue clinging to her skin.

Charlie stepped in, using his spiritual energy to help Dianne absorb the medicine seamlessly. Initially, there was discomfort, even pain, but soon, a sense of clarity and ease washed over her.

And amidst it all, she felt a warmth enveloping her, as if Charlie's presence itself was a comforting embrace, stirring emotions deep within her heart.

Thank you Immortal Junlee.

Nathi77 · Feb 9, 2024

Nanako is definitely going to love Charlie...

David001 · Feb 10, 2024

It's obvious Nanako will soon join Charlie's admirer

Junlee (aka 'Jungal2000') · Feb 10, 2024

David001 said:
It's obvious Nanako will soon join Charlie's admirer

It was written as if the author is preparing the readers that the story is going that route.

Alonzo03 · Feb 10, 2024

Junlee said:
Chapter 1336: "Treading Lightly: Nanako's Diplomatic Inquiry"

With a heavy heart, Jiro sighed deeply, his regret echoing through the air like a mournful melody. "I only just arrived in Aurous Hill this morning," he lamented. "Rushing straight from immigration to here, I missed the chance to witness Miss Ito's match at the gymnasium. They say she triumphed in just one round today. Oh, how I wish I had been there!"

Nanako responded with kindness, her words a soothing balm. "Mr. Kobayashi, your intentions are noble indeed."

"From now on," Jiro declared with newfound determination, "I'll be her biggest supporter, attending every match and cheering her on with all my might!"

Modestly, Nanako acknowledged his pledge. "Indeed, my family's pharmaceutical company, Kobayashi Pharmaceuticals, sponsors the final match. I'll be presenting the trophy myself. But until then, the champion remains uncertain."

Jiro's faith, however, remained unshaken. "I have no doubt Miss Ito will emerge victorious!"

Smiling warmly, Nanako extended an invitation. "Perhaps we should dine together. It's already noon."

Jiro's heart leapt with joy at the prospect. "Lunch with Miss Ito? What an honor!"

Taking the opportunity to maintain a semblance of distance, Nanako requested Koichi's presence, though she seldom relied on others' assistance.

In the opulent surroundings of the presidential suite's restaurant, Nanako and Jiro sat facing each other. The spaciousness provided a sense of comfort, yet Nanako still felt a need for space.

As they settled in, Jiro attempted to engage Nanako in conversation. "Miss Ito, you've been in Aurous Hill for some time, haven't you?"

Nanako confirmed, "Twenty days now."

Curious, Jiro inquired about her explorations of the city, praising its beauty.

Returning the question, Nanako asked, "And have you visited Aurous Hill before, Mr. Kobayashi?"

"It's my first visit," Jiro confessed. "But to me, this city holds a bittersweet memory. If not for your participation in the competition, I wouldn't have come, even though it's undeniably stunning."

Intrigued, Nanako probed further. "What do you mean, Mr. Kobayashi?"

Jiro's expression turned somber as he revealed a painful truth. "My troubled brother, driven to madness, committed a heinous act against our father. The shame led our family to seek his capture. He met his end at the hands of a bounty hunter here in Aurous Hill. And now... I'm left haunted by the uncertainty of his resting place."

Chapter 1337: "Charm and Deception: Jiro's Pursuit of Nanako"

Nanako hadn't anticipated the news of Jiro's elder brother's passing in Aurous Hill. Feeling a tinge of discomfort, she expressed her condolences to Mr. Kobayashi, "I'm sorry, Mr. Kobayashi, for inadvertently touching upon your sorrow."

Jiro waved it off quickly, his sincerity shining through, "It's alright. Sharing it with you somehow lessens the weight of my grief, Miss Ito..."

Despite the solemnity of the situation, Jiro's thoughts drifted to his late brother Ichiro, and surprisingly, he found himself feeling content rather than mournful.

The tradition of the eldest son inheriting the family business was deeply rooted in Japanese culture. Regardless of ability, the eldest son would inevitably assume the role, with younger siblings serving as support.

Jiro was destined to assist his older brother Ichiro in expanding Kobayashi Pharmaceuticals, upholding the family legacy. Even if his own skills outshone Ichiro's, tradition demanded he defer.

Yet, Ichiro's unexpected gesture changed everything. By willingly relinquishing the heirship, he paved the way for Jiro's ascent.

However, this gift came at a steep price. Ichiro's strategic maneuver not only rid the family of their father, but also burdened him with the accusation of patricide, providing a pretext for eliminating Jiro.

The demands of the situation were daunting. Wade, that wily bastard, demanded an exorbitant ten billion dollars, a staggering sum that initially stung.

But Jiro's brilliance shone through. His development of Kobayashi Gastric Powder, derived from ancient Chinese formulas, propelled him to the forefront of Japan's pharmaceutical scene.

The imminent global launch of this miracle remedy promised untold riches. Soon, even ten billion dollars would seem trivial.

And if he could secure Nanako's hand in marriage, aligning Kobayashi Pharmaceuticals with the influential Ito family, their growth would skyrocket.

Jiro envisioned surpassing even America's Ruizhui, ascending to the summit of the pharmaceutical world.

With anticipation, he turned to Nanako, inquiring with a smile, "Miss Ito, is this your final year of schooling?"

"Yes," Nanako affirmed, "I'll be graduating this summer."

Jiro chuckled, "Ah, the bloom of youth. Many choose marriage after university. Any thoughts on that front?"

Nanako shook her head, "My focus is on martial arts. Love hasn't crossed my mind yet."

Undeterred, Jiro probed further, "And what kind of man might catch your eye?"

"I've yet to consider," Nanako replied simply, "As no man has captured my heart."

Chapter 1338: "Freedom in Choice: Nanako's Assertion of Autonomy"

Jiro persisted with unwavering determination, pressing on with his questioning, "Let's ponder it together. What sort of man could possibly meet your standards for a partner?"

Nanako pondered deeply before replying, "First and foremost, he must surpass me in strength!"

"Surpass you? In what regard? Profession? Education? Accomplishments?"

Nanako earnestly responded, "In martial prowess! I couldn't settle for someone who couldn't best me in combat."

Jiro coughed awkwardly, privately musing, "Nanako may seem reserved, but there's a hidden competitive streak within her. It's admirable if she's passionate about martial arts, but why the insistence on a partner stronger than herself? Wouldn't that limit my chances right from the start?"

With these thoughts swirling, Jiro interjected, "Miss Ito, isn't that a rather stringent requirement? There are many commendable men out there, but not all are skilled in martial arts. Besides, many martial arts masters are of advanced age, like your coach, Mr. Yamamoto. Do you truly desire a partner like that?"

Nanako shook her head, stating, "Certainly not. Strength surpassing mine is merely the first criterion. I have another: he must resonate with my aesthetics and principles. Additionally, our age gap mustn't exceed three years in either direction, and he must possess integrity and kindness."

Jiro probed further, "And what of his wealth? Any stipulations there?"

Nanako replied, "Wealth holds no sway in my considerations."

Jiro felt a pang of frustration.

His wealth was his strongest suit. As the youthful chairman of a prominent family enterprise, he stood out in Japan's business landscape. Yet, Nanako seemed indifferent to financial status.

Could it be that, regardless of wealth, as long as the other criteria were met, she would still entertain the notion of a relationship?

Frustration gnawing at him, Jiro ventured, "Miss Ito, I presume Chairman Ito has certain expectations for your future partner, no? As the heiress of the Ito family, you should also consider his viewpoint."

Nanako shook her head decisively, "While I may heed Chairman Ito's counsel on other matters, selecting a partner is a deeply personal affair. It's not just about freedom but also lifelong happiness. No one should interfere with that."

Jiro's brows furrowed involuntarily.

Navigating the complexities of Nanako, this extraordinary beauty and heiress, was proving to be quite the challenge!

Meanwhile, as Jiro grappled with his feelings towards Nanako, Charlie and Dianne were already enjoying a carefree day on the lake.

After a delightful time, Dianne, with the exuberance of a child, decided to steer the boat back to shore, where a lavish feast awaited them, courtesy of the Ward family chefs.

Later, as they returned to the villa, Alan warmly welcomed Charlie into their opulent Chinese-style dining room.

With a sly wink, Alan seated Dianne beside Charlie, then uncorked a bottle of aged Maotai liquor, entrusting Dianne with the task of keeping Charlie's glass full.

Taking the bottle with a playful smile, Dianne promised, "Consider it done, Dad."

Alan grinned and added, "Oh, and Dianne, since it's Master Wade's first visit, you should join him for a drink or two."

Chapter 1339: "Experience and Tactics: Dianne's Analysis of Martial Arts"

Dianne blushed softly and nodded in agreement, "Okay, Dad. I'll just tag along with Master Wade for a little while then."

Charlie grinned gently and responded, "Dianne, remember, after you eat, you need to let the divine medicine work its magic. Drinking isn't a good idea for you right now. But how about we save that drink for a celebration after you've won the championship?"

Dianne chewed on her lower lip, a hint of uncertainty in her voice as she admitted, "Master Wade, if I had to face Nanako in a match, I wouldn't stand much of a chance... Nanako is truly remarkable, unmatched among her peers."

Charlie quirked an eyebrow, intrigued, "Is Nanako really that impressive?"

Dianne nodded earnestly, "Nanako began her martial arts journey at five years old, trained under Japan's finest masters, and mastered various forms of combat from Sanda to Jeet Kune Do. She's a natural talent."

"Meanwhile, I didn't start training in Sanda and boxing until I was ten, putting me five years behind Nanako. The gap is substantial. Even with your divine medicine boosting my physical abilities, I might still fall short. Martial arts matches aren't just about strength and speed; they require experience and strategy, which Nanako has in abundance."

With a tinge of melancholy, Dianne continued, "It's like football, something you guys love so much. Players like Messi and Ronaldo excel not just because of their physical prowess but because of their skill and experience. Messi, despite his stature, outshines many physically stronger players due to his expertise and experience. That's the difference."

Charlie nodded thoughtfully, "You're absolutely right. Experience and strategy come with time. But don't worry too much; I'll help analyze your opponent's strengths and weaknesses and devise a game plan."

Dianne beamed with excitement, "That's fantastic, Master Wade! I trust you completely!"

After dinner, Dianne led Charlie to her specially equipped training room, a vast space filled with various workout gear and an arena.

Motioning for Charlie to take a seat in the designated resting area, Dianne excused herself, "Master, please wait here while I change into my training gear."

"Of course," Charlie replied.

A few minutes later, Dianne returned in sleek, athletic attire.

The sportswear left little to the imagination, emphasizing Dianne's graceful neckline, slender limbs, and toned abdomen.

Charlie couldn't help but feel a bit self-conscious; this private moment felt different from their interactions on the competition field. Yet, he maintained a composed demeanor, focusing on Dianne's potential.

Dianne, though initially bashful, exuded confidence in her physique. She hoped Charlie could see beyond her exterior and recognize her inner strength.

Regaining his composure, Charlie inquired, "Dianne, did you take the medicine I gave you earlier?"

Dianne promptly presented the pill encased in a transparent shell, assuring, "Yes, Master Wade, here it is, ready to go."

Chapter 1340: "Physical Renewal: Profound Transformation"

Charlie nodded reassuringly and spoke softly, "Alright, it's time for your medicine. Trust me, I'll be right here to help you harness its power quickly."

This special medicine, designed originally to heal physical wounds and illnesses, had been transformed by the addition of a touch of spiritual essence.

Among the elderly, ailments were common, their bodies showing signs of wear and tear over time. When they took the medicine, it worked directly on their troubled areas, requiring no extra assistance.

Yet, for the young ones, their bodies were typically strong and resilient, not in need of immediate repair. In their case, taking the medicine without guidance could lead to overwhelming effects that their bodies couldn't handle.

If you imagine the human body as a sponge, the elderly resembled one dried out and in need of moisture, while the young were like a sponge already soaked to capacity.

For the elderly, the medicine acted as a revitalizing drink, replenishing their bodies and restoring vigor.

But for the young, it was like pouring water onto an already saturated sponge, risking overflow and potential harm.

Initially, when Charlie gave Dianne the pill, it was a precaution, meant to safeguard her against future injuries or sickness.

But now, as he used it to bolster his own strength, he needed to ensure Dianne could absorb its effects properly.

Upon Charlie's instruction, Dianne obediently took the pill from its container and asked, "Master Wade, can I just swallow it?"

Charlie nodded in agreement, "Sit comfortably and swallow it whole."

Following his guidance, Dianne settled onto the soft mat and swallowed the pill as instructed.

The potency of the medicine was immediate. As it entered her system, Dianne felt a rush of warmth spreading throughout her body, causing her pores to open and sweat to bead.

But this wasn't the usual post-exercise sweat; it was denser, stickier, like glue clinging to her skin.

Charlie stepped in, using his spiritual energy to help Dianne absorb the medicine seamlessly. Initially, there was discomfort, even pain, but soon, a sense of clarity and ease washed over her.

And amidst it all, she felt a warmth enveloping her, as if Charlie's presence itself was a comforting embrace, stirring emotions deep within her heart.

This current few years of Charlie life has been the best time of his life, among the connection and power he has been building his relationship with women has been the most evident.

Alonzo03 · Feb 10, 2024

Just imagine, this dragon boy is here massaging another lady in the name of helping her to absorb medicine

, this is what happens when you don't have a table and chair attending to business. Dragon boy, Kitchen boy and ladies boy. This Charlie has cool names. Oh poor Claire, only if you know what your hubby is doing everywhere, you will find him a job in your company and keep him busy

Alonzo03 · Feb 10, 2024

This Charlie is very smart, he is the chairman of Emgrand and refuses to resume office, refuses to look for job when his family persuades him saying he doesn't have the qualifications. His intentions are to be lazy and idling and following women up and down. Everyone keeps saying Charlie is busy person. And all his busy time is being spent with Sarah. Hmmm

, This is what happens when they give you a ready made company. The only difference btw him and other young masters around the world is that he is not extravagant, squandering money anyhow, only spending his time with women

without giving them money or jewelleries but pills and they are falling for it. Do girls care if they want to live long or not.

Alonzo03 · Feb 10, 2024

This Charlie has been looking for a ways to stay away from office, every opportunity that presents itself even if it is to help Dianne to shop for a finals tank top and pant and help her check if they are fit and look beautiful on her in the dressing room, or carry Sarah in the lake and try to teach her how to float flatly on water. Everything to keep him from resuming office in Emgrand group. I pity Elsa she should return back to her father's house waiting for him to resume office till she become a permanent staff and soon they start paying her pension. All these I am married is wash. Hmmm.... Hmmm...

Alonzo03 · Feb 10, 2024

Then I can't blame Charlie, these ladies are only compensating in areas lacking between Charlie and Claire, they satisfy some part of him his body yearns for even if his spirit wants to fight it. example the kiss Sarah gave him he will never forget it in his life, that kiss even supercedes Claire's own or the hug that Dianne gave him (lucky Bastard

, the author didn't describe what she's carrying on her chest, but I know she is no ordinary for Charlie to react when his chest came in contact) Claire's hug can never hold a candle to such a hug. Dianne hugged him like he was her love partner who had travelled for a year and just returned. This girls are giving him the time he yearns for with his own partner. Nothing is as comforting as with being good people showering you with pure love.

Ismailaha · Feb 12, 2024

Any updates on new chapters

Junlee (aka 'Jungal2000') · Feb 12, 2024

Chapter 1341: "Dianne's Explosive Workout: When Punches Pack a Surprise"

As Charlie guided the medicinal power for Dianne, he intentionally infused some spiritual energy, allowing it to silently nourish Dianne's entire body like a gentle spring rain.

The effect of spiritual energy was more potent than the medicines Charlie had previously concocted. Not only could it greatly enhance Dianne's physical qualities, but it also greatly improved her muscles, tendons, bones, and internal organs.

Although Dianne had practiced martial arts for many years, she was still an ordinary person. For ordinary people, spiritual energy was far more powerful than miraculous elixirs.

At this moment, Dianne's physical strength far surpassed that of ordinary people.

When Charlie declared the success of his efforts to Dianne, she let out a long sigh of relief. Then, she hastily stood up and performed several sets of striking movements in front of the sandbag.

However, because she was unaware of how much Charlie had improved her physical qualities, she exerted all her strength while striking the sandbag.

Yet, with one punch, the sandbag unexpectedly burst open with a bang!

Dianne was using a top-grade boxing sandbag made of whole buffalo hide, smooth and tough, resistant to deformation even with long-term use, let alone damage from powerful strikes.

However, Dianne herself was no longer the same.

Her physical qualities had undergone a qualitative leap compared to ordinary people.

The force of her punches had increased several times compared to before!

Watching as she punched a large hole in the sandbag, sand gushed out and scattered all over the floor, Dianne was speechless with astonishment!

After a moment, she regained her composure and turned to Charlie, exclaiming, "Master Wade... How... how could my punch have such tremendous power?"

Charlie smiled and replied, "It's all thanks to the miraculous medicine you took. Not only can it save lives and heal injuries, but it can also strengthen your body, fundamentally enhancing your physical strength."

Dianne exclaimed excitedly, "Heavens! It feels like this one pill is more effective than five years of rigorous training! This medicine is truly incredible!"

Charlie nodded and said, "Your current physical strength far exceeds that of opponents at your level. So, I believe that in the upcoming competition, you will surely dominate and claim the championship."

Overwhelmed with excitement, Dianne ran to Charlie's side, hugging his arm, her eyes reddened as she said, "Master Wade, I'm so grateful... Dianne never dreamed of having such strength..."

With that, she suddenly tiptoed and lightly kissed Charlie on the cheek.

Given Charlie's reflexes, he could have easily avoided the kiss. But for some reason, his legs felt as heavy as lead, and he couldn't move at all.

Or perhaps, deep down, he didn't want to move.

Blushing furiously, Dianne dared not look at Charlie and instead muttered shyly, "Master Wade, please don't misunderstand... Dianne just... just wanted to... to thank you..."

Dianne's voice grew quieter and quieter until it was barely audible.

Charlie touched the spot on his face where Dianne had kissed him and said, "If you continue to train hard, I believe you might even compete in the next Olympics and bring glory to our country."

"Really?" Dianne asked eagerly, "Master Wade, do you think I have a chance to participate in the Olympics?"

Charlie smiled and replied, "With your current physical qualities, you are already at the top among your peers. As long as your skills, awareness, and tactics improve, competing in the Olympics is definitely feasible."

Dianne nodded earnestly and said, "If I can defeat Ito Nanako this time, then I'm confident I can aim for the Olympics!"

"I believe you can do it!" Charlie said with a slight smile.

Chapter 1342: "Haidee Snow's Ethical Stand: Beneath the Glamour of the Entertainment Industry"

Dianne hurriedly said, "Master Wade, my competition the day after tomorrow, you must come!"

"Don't worry, I'll definitely be there!"

......

At this moment, in the CBD of Eastcliff.

The largest entertainment company in the country, Luminary Entertainment Group.

Haidee Snow, the top female artist under Luminary, was in the studio of Luminary Entertainment, shooting the cover for a fashion magazine.

This time, it was her fourth time appearing on the cover of a fashion magazine, which had become quite commonplace for her.

Haidee in the studio was wearing a black and white Chanel dress tailored specifically for her, exuding a cold elegance with a hint of aloofness, clearly a powerful woman who could be admired from afar but not trifled with.

After the photographer took several shots, Haidee finally completed the task. Her assistant immediately approached with a cup of warm water and a packet of Kobayashi Gastric Powder.

Haidee frowned slightly, seeming to be in some discomfort. After taking the stomach powder with warm water, she felt a bit relieved.

At this moment, Wilton Elwood, the CEO of Luminary, came over with a smiling face, praising, "Miss Haidee, your look today is truly stunning! You have the beauty that can captivate a nation! If this issue of the magazine goes on sale, it will definitely be snatched up by fans, and the price might even soar like the previous issue, reaching over ten times its original value!"

Haidee replied indifferently, "Mr. Elwood, please refrain from putting me on magazine covers for a while. I don't quite like the feeling."

Hearing this, Wilton hastily flattered, "Oh my, Miss Snow, it's the magazine that has been eagerly inviting you to be the cover star. It's not my decision!"

Haidee said, "Can you politely decline then? Every time I'm on the cover, you and the magazine publishers collude to inflate the price. Magazines that originally cost 20 dollars are inflated to over 200 dollars, which greatly harms the fans. I don't want my fans to waste so much money."

"What's wrong with that," Wilton chuckled, "It's because fans love you that they're willing to pay a high price. There was a historical drama recently where two male leads became immensely popular. Their magazine went from 20 dollars to 300 dollars, selling over three hundred thousand copies nationwide. The company behind the scenes earned millions just from that."

Haidee said with some disdain, "Mr. Elwood, as I said earlier, I don't want to hurt my fans like this. So, after this time, I won't appear on any magazine covers for the next year."

Wilton looked a bit frustrated but dared not say another word.

Although he was the boss of Luminary Entertainment, in front of Haidee, he could only nod and bow, being servile.

The total assets of Luminary Entertainment were only 20 billion dollars, and there were many shareholders behind it. Wilton himself only held a 30% stake.

However, Haidee's family, the Snow family, ranked just below the Salvador family and the Wade family in all of Eastcliff.

With the power of the Snow family, they could easily buy out Luminary Entertainment with just a small portion of their wealth.

The reason Haidee entered the entertainment industry was not for money but purely out of personal interest.

She enjoyed acting and singing, and being the young lady of the Snow family, she naturally received full support from her family.

However, since she had entered the entertainment industry, she needed an economic company to help coordinate various works and promotions according to the industry's standards. Thus, Haidee joined Wilton's Luminary Entertainment.

As for why she chose to join Luminary Entertainment, it was because Wilton was a classmate and follower of Haidee's father when he studied abroad. The biggest benefactor in Wilton's life was Haidee's father.

Therefore, Haidee held a transcendent position in Luminary Entertainment and was the only one among numerous artists who could make the boss, Wilton, bow and scrape.

Chapter 1343: "The Mysteries of Gastric Medicine: Haidee's Stomach Adventures"

After completing the filming, Haidee spoke to Wilton, "Mr. Elwood, if there's nothing else, I'll head back first. I'm not feeling well today."

Wilton asked anxiously, "Miss Haidee, your stomach discomfort hasn't improved yet?"

Haidee shook her head, saying, "During the filming in the United States recently, I had some trouble adjusting to the diet and environment. Combined with the long hours on set, it has taken a toll on my digestive system. I plan to rest and recuperate at home for the next month, so please don't schedule any work for me."

Wilton dared not oppose and hastily said, "Miss Haidee, rest assured. Take this month to recuperate at home. I will personally apologize to your father later. I should have arranged for two chefs to take care of your diet during your time filming in the United States. It was my oversight."

Haidee waved her hand slightly, "It's not your fault. You don't need to worry too much. I'll head back now."

Wilton asked earnestly, "Miss Haidee, do you want me to send a car for you?"

Haidee shook her head, "No need, my nanny's car is downstairs at the company."

At this moment, Haidee's agent, a stylish beauty of similar age, walked in. Seeing that Haidee was about to leave, she asked, "Haidee, is the filming finished?"

Haidee nodded, "Yes, it's all done. I won't be working for the next month. If there are any jobs, please hold onto them for me until I recover."

Upon hearing this, the agent immediately said, "Alright, I'll handle all the work for the next month."

She casually waved a document in her hand, saying, "There's a pharmaceutical company in Aurous Hill that wants you to endorse their stomach medicine. I was going to show you their information, but since you're taking a month off, let's discuss it later."

Haidee agreed with a sound of acknowledgment. Just as she was about to leave, she suddenly asked with curiosity, "Did you say endorsing stomach medicine?"

"Yes," the agent said with a smile, "It's called Mystical Gastric Remedy. Just by the name, it sounds mysterious and unreliable. I directly turned them down."

Haidee nodded, but then instinctively said, "By the way, let me take a look at the information on their stomach medicine."

During this time, Haidee had been suffering from stomach problems herself.

Her type of stomach ailment was not pathological, but rather a result of prolonged discomfort due to environmental changes and dietary habits.

She had visited the hospital a few times and tried some Western medicine, but it had little effect.

The only thing that worked was Kobayashi Gastric Powder.

However, although Kobayashi Gastric Powder was effective, it had its drawbacks.

That is, it only provided temporary relief without addressing the root cause.

When her stomach discomfort was severe, taking a packet of Kobayashi Gastric Powder could immediately alleviate it, but its effect was temporary.

It could last five or six hours at best, but sometimes only one or two hours.

Haidee had been taking Kobayashi Gastric Powder for a week straight, and during this time, her dosage had increased, but once the effect wore off, she still felt intense discomfort. Essentially, her digestive imbalance hadn't been treated at all.

So, she was planning to consult a top traditional Chinese medicine doctor in Eastcliff and take some Chinese medicine home to regulate herself properly over the next month.

But now, coincidentally, a pharmaceutical company wanted her to endorse their stomach medicine, which sparked some interest in her.

So she asked her agent for the information on Mystical Gastric Remedy and briefly read about its introduction.

According to the introduction, Mystical Gastric Remedy was derived from ancient Chinese medical classics, combined with modern pharmaceutical technology for secondary development. It was an innovative Chinese medicine for relieving stomach discomfort and various stomach ailments, as well as digestive imbalances.

Chapter 1344: "Mystical Gastric Remedy: A New Hope or Just Empty Promises?"

This made Haidee very curious.

She knew that Kobayashi Gastric Powder, which had good effects, high sales, and good reputation, was actually developed based on ancient Chinese herbal medicine. In other words, it was plagiarizing the medical achievements of the ancestors of China.

However, she also had to admit that Kobayashi Gastric Powder was indeed much more effective than many domestically produced Chinese patent medicines of the same type.

So, she didn't know either how much potential Mystical Gastric Remedy had compared to Kobayashi Gastric Powder

But she personally liked the name Mystical Gastric Remedy.

The meaning of "Mystical" was above heavens, which was a term derived from ancient Chinese mythological stories and the Nine Mystical Heavens Scripture.

In ancient China, the number nine was the largest number, so it had the meaning of reaching the pinnacle.

These nine heavens represented the highest existence.

So, Haidee asked her agent, "Did they give samples?"

"They did." The agent hastily took out a small package of Mystical Gastric Remedy from an express mail envelope and handed it over.

Haidee was stunned and blurted out, "What on earth? Just gave such a small package?"

"Yeah..." The agent said embarrassedly, "There's also a small note inside the envelope."

"What does the note say?"

The agent said, "The note says: 'For discomfort in the spleen and stomach, one pack is sufficient; whether it's good or not, you'll know after trying...'"

Haidee was dumbfounded, blurting out, "These people... Why beat around the bush? Saying one pack is enough, I don't believe it. I've been taking a dozen packs of Kobayashi Gastric Powder every day for the past few days, and this one pack is supposed to be enough?"

The agent said embarrassedly, "Who knows what they're up to, maybe just trying to please the crowd..."

Haidee said angrily, "I don't believe this nonsense, I have to try and see how miraculous this medicine really is!"

With that, she prepared to tear open the small package.

"Don't do it, Haidee!" The agent hurriedly stopped her and said, "We don't know anything about this yet. What if it's a product with no approval, and if you take it and suffer some damage, or ingest excessive heavy metals and get poisoned?"

Haidee asked her, "Does this medicine have approval?"

"Let me check." The agent looked through the documents sent by mail and nodded, saying, "It says here that it has approval, but the approval has just been obtained recently."

Haidee said, "Don't care how long it has been approved, as long as it has approval, it must be a legitimate product. Even if it doesn't have much effect, it definitely won't be poison. I'll give it a try."

The agent said, "You better not to try it, Haidee. Even Kobayashi Gastric Powder from Japan couldn't regulate your spleen and stomach, let alone something produced by an unknown small pharmaceutical company in Aurous Hill. Its effects must be even worse."

Haidee said seriously, "Lilah, I have to criticize you for this. How can you be so blindly admiring of foreign things? Why do you think that the stomach powder produced by domestic pharmaceutical companies can't compare to Kobayashi Gastric Powder from Japan?"

Her agent, Lilah, muttered, "I'm not blindly admiring foreign things, I'm just afraid that you'll have some problems after taking this stomach powder."

Haidee smiled and said, "Then I'll try it now. If there's any problem, you can call 911 for me."

Chapter 1345: "Medicinal Misadventures: Haidee's Stomach Savior"

Haidee opened the package of Mystical Gastric Remedy, which contained only 1.3 grams of medicinal powder. The moment she tore open the packaging, she caught a very strong medicinal fragrance.

Although similar medicines like Kobayashi Gastric Powder and Ota Stomach Powder also have a strong medicinal scent, Haidee felt that the scent of the other two was far less pleasant compared to the Mystical Gastric Remedy.

Lilah, who was beside her, also smelled the fragrance and nervously said, "Haidee, this medicine smells so fragrant, could it have added some artificial fragrance?"

Haidee rolled her eyes at her, "Stop talking nonsense. Clearly, this is the authentic aroma of herbal medicine, proving that they use only the finest medicinal ingredients."

With that, she tilted her head back and poured the powder from the package into her mouth.

Instantly, a cool and refreshing taste spread rapidly in her mouth.

Haidee quickly drank some warm water, sending the powder down to her stomach.

The next moment, she felt her stomach becoming warm and comfortable, just like the feeling of coming home on a freezing winter day after walking outside for a long time and soaking one's cold feet in warm water. It was incredibly comforting.

She couldn't help but exclaim, "The efficacy of this medicine is truly miraculous! My stomach feels much better instantly!"

"Really?" Lilah asked in amazement, "Is it that miraculous? How does it compare to Kobayashi Gastric Powder?"

Haidee replied firmly, "Of course, this one is better! This is much more comfortable than Kobayashi Gastric Powder! My stomach still feels that warm flow, it seems to be flowing in my stomach, this feeling is amazing... My stomach has never been this relaxed in the past month! It's almost like it's back to normal!"

"I've taken so much Kobayashi Gastric Powder, and each time it only provided some relief to a certain extent, but it has never been this thorough. The effect of this medicine is truly a bit miraculous!"

As Haidee's agent, Lilah spent every day with her and naturally knew that Haidee had been suffering from stomach discomfort for the past month.

She also knew how many attempts and efforts Haidee had made to cure her stomach discomfort.

Unexpectedly, what really brought Haidee great relief was a domestically produced new medicine that was not well-known.

Haidee couldn't help but say, "I need to observe carefully to see how long this medicine can last!"

Lilah asked, "So what's your plan now? Are you going home?"

"Going home," Haidee said, "I've been taking photos for hours, I'm really tired. I want to go home and rest."

Lilah nodded, "Okay, I'll have the driver bring the car to the elevator entrance right away!"

Haidee packed up her things and went downstairs to take the car back to her villa.

Throughout the journey, she was worried that her stomach discomfort would reappear, but to her surprise, her stomach felt normal as if it had been restored, and there was no recurrence.

After returning home, she rested for an afternoon.

Her troubled stomach did not cause any trouble again.

This made Haidee very happy, and she finally felt relieved.

Until she went to bed at night, Haidee's stomach discomfort did not recur.

Chapter 1346: "Navigating Brand Alignment: Haidee's Stomach Remedy Endorsement"

During this period, she has been suffering greatly every night. As soon as night falls, the discomfort in her stomach intensifies and becomes more frequent.

So, it's impossible for her to have a good night's sleep. Typically, she wakes up in pain after one or two hours, then takes a packet of Kobayashi Gastric Powder and goes back to sleep, only to wake up in pain again after another one or two hours. It repeats like this throughout the night.

After such a night, it feels like she's been through a battle, consuming a significant amount of her physical and mental energy.

However, tonight, she finally experienced the bliss of sleeping until she naturally woke up!

From sleeping at ten o'clock in the evening until half-past eight the next morning, Haidee did not feel any discomfort.

After waking up at half-past eight, when she got out of bed, she felt a slight discomfort in her stomach again.

She couldn't help but marvel. She hadn't expected that just a small packet of Mystical Gastric Remedy could have such a good effect, with the effects lasting for about twenty hours!

You should know that Kobayashi Gastric Powder, which is the same size packet, only lasts for about two hours.

Moreover, the effects of Kobayashi Gastric Powder for those two hours can only provide partial relief, not complete relief. But the effects of Mystical Gastric Remedy for these twenty hours can completely relieve the discomfort!

In comparison, Kobayashi Gastric Powder is far inferior to Mystical Gastric Remedy!

While Haidee was astonished, she was also looking forward to seizing the opportunity to get some more Mystical Gastric Remedy while her stomach wasn't bothering her and quickly take it!

However, at this moment, she remembered that Mystical Labs had only sent a sample packet to Lilah!

Haidee couldn't help but mutter to herself in annoyance, "What kind of stingy company is Mystical Labs?"

"I wanted to endorse their medicine, but they only sent such a small sample? That's just too much!"

"At least send a whole box!"

"They're really annoying!"

After saying that, she immediately took out her phone and called Lilah, "Lilah, is Mystical Gastric Remedy on the market now? Where can I buy it?"

Lilah said, "According to the information they gave me, they have obtained the approval and started mass production, but it's not immediately available for sale. They said they would promote it loudly after finalizing the spokesperson."

"Ah, so annoying!" Haidee said, "Call them and tell them I'm willing to endorse their medicine, but the condition is they must find a way to send me some more immediately!"

Lilah exclaimed, "Haidee, are you really planning to endorse this medicine? To be honest, this medicine doesn't fit your image positioning!"

Haidee asked, "Why doesn't it fit? Can't I endorse stomach medicine?"

Lilah hurriedly said, "You can endorse it, but not this kind... Listen to this name, Mystical Gastric Remedy, it's so tacky, totally incompatible with your international star style, it's extremely tacky!"

Haidee said indignantly, "You don't understand, don't talk nonsense! The name they chose is very grand! Didn't I tell you? Mystical means the nine heavens, do you know the poem by a great man that goes, 'able to ascend to the ninth heaven to grasp the moon, able to descend to the five oceans to catch turtles'? The name Mystical embodies the essence of our Chinese culture!"

"And also! This medicine's effectiveness is the best I've experienced personally. Such a good thing, of course, I'm willing to endorse it, recommending such a good thing to the people of our country and the world, can also be considered my small contribution!"

Lilah said, "Okay, okay... I'll contact this pharmaceutical company now, get them to prepare more samples to send over, and then I'll discuss the endorsement contract with them."

Chapter 1347: "A Pricey Powder Pact: Haidee's Endorsement Escapade"

When Lilah called Lorden, Lorden was overseeing the production of Mystical Gastric Remedy at Mystical Labs.

Currently, all production efforts at Mystical Labs were focused on Mystical Gastric Remedy.

Because of its remarkable efficacy, Lorden firmly believed that once this product hit the market, it would quickly become popular nationwide, even globally.

Therefore, in accordance with Charlie's request, he was pushing production to the maximum to prepare for the official launch.

Upon receiving Lilah's call, Lorden smiled and asked, "Miss Lilah, how is Miss Snow considering the endorsement?"

Lilah said, "Well, Mr. Weigard, Miss Haidee has never endorsed any medication before. The reason she agreed to endorse your stomach powder is indeed because she personally used it and felt its effectiveness. So, Miss Haidee has decided to endorse your product. I'm calling to discuss the specifics of the cooperation with you."

Lorden felt pleased and hurriedly said, "Please, Miss Lilah, go ahead."

Lilah said, "Miss Haidee's endorsement fee is eighty million dollars, with a validity period of three years. During these three years, she can shoot two advertisements for your company annually, one print ad and one TV commercial. Additionally, she can attend one event for your company each year."

Lorden exclaimed, "Eighty million? Isn't that a bit too expensive..."

Lilah replied, "Expensive? This price was already set last year. Recently, a Japanese car company offered Miss Haidee one hundred and thirty million for an endorsement, but she declined."

Lorden was taken aback by this revelation, but he also knew that Haidee was an international superstar with a huge reputation domestically, so a higher price was reasonable.

Though eighty million was a lot, it wasn't much for Mystical Labs at the moment.

So, he said, "Eighty million is not a problem, but we hope Miss Snow can come to Aurous Hill as soon as possible to sign the contract with us. Also, it would be best if our advertisements could be shot in Aurous Hill."

"That's not a problem," Lilah said. "But I have an awkward request. Can I trouble Mr. Weigard to send us some more Mystical Gastric Remedy via the fastest courier?"

Lorden quickly responded, "I'm sorry, Miss Lilah, our stomach powder hasn't been officially released yet, so according to regulations, we can't disclose the product prematurely. Sending you that small package before was already an exception."

Lilah expressed dissatisfaction, "Mr. Weigard, we're about to enter into a deep cooperation. Why be so rigid? Miss Haidee was filming in the United States recently and has been experiencing digestive issues. Despite using your Mystical Gastric Remedy, there hasn't been much improvement. That's why she entrusted me to negotiate with you again for some more medication to help her recover quickly..."

Lorden helplessly said, "I'm truly sorry, Miss Lilah, but this is a rule set by our boss. We've encountered situations before where Japanese pharmaceutical companies tried to steal our formula, so we're very cautious. Besides, I can't defy our boss's wishes; otherwise, I wouldn't remain as the general manager."

"Since Miss Haidee has agreed to endorse our Mystical Gastric Remedy and she genuinely needs this medication, could you please ask her to come to Aurous Hill as soon as possible? That way, we can provide her with enough Mystical Gastric Remedy while we carry out our cooperation."

"Oh, and please convey to Miss Haidee that our stomach powder has excellent efficacy. If her condition is just digestive discomfort, I believe three days of medication will completely cure her."

Lorden, when sending the collaboration intention to Haidee's agent, was unaware of Haidee's true background.

Like all ordinary people on the market, he thought Haidee was just a popular celebrity, unaware that she came from a prestigious family.

Chapter 1348: "Fame, Fortune, and Fidelity: Haidee's Endorsement Ethics"

There's a fascinating phenomenon in the entertainment industry: the stronger one's background, the more they tend to package themselves as coming from very humble origins, while those with less background tend to indulge in various forms of self-promotion, portraying themselves as coming from wealthy and prestigious families, as if it would elevate their status.

In reality, Haidee is undoubtedly the most influential figure in the entire domestic entertainment industry, without a doubt.

As such, Haidee maintains a high level of self-discipline in the industry, never involving herself in any scandals, and certainly never doing anything to tarnish her reputation.

Unlike other celebrities who constantly take on various endorsements and jobs, agreeing to endorse anything as long as they're paid, Haidee is an exception. She rarely accepts advertising endorsements.

There are several reasons for her limited endorsements. On one hand, she doesn't need the money. On the other hand, she's extremely cautious due to the frequent occurrences of endorsements going wrong, leading to potential damage to her reputation.

The products she endorses are few and far between, mostly virtual products from major corporations. For example, she recently signed on as the spokesperson for TikTok and also became a promotional ambassador for WeChat. However, she generally refuses offers from companies producing tangible products, despite the hefty sums they may offer.

The reason for her refusal is simple: she doesn't want her fans to blindly purchase products she endorses out of affection for her. In case something goes wrong with the product, she doesn't want to bear the responsibility.

There have been instances where famous comedians endorsed weight loss products that turned out to be counterfeit, and renowned action stars endorsed anti-hair loss shampoo only for it to be revealed that the product contained carcinogenic substances.

Such incidents are not uncommon in the entertainment industry, which is why Haidee is extremely cautious. Moreover, she is genuinely wealthy and doesn't find endorsements particularly enticing.

However, this time, her experience with Mystical Gastric Remedy was different.

Firstly, Mystical Gastric Remedy is truly effective! Its efficacy surpasses any stomach medicine she has ever taken. Compared to the popular product Kobayashi Gastric Powder, Mystical is leagues ahead, surpassing it by more than tenfold.

Secondly, Mystical Gastric Remedy is based on ancient Chinese prescriptions, a fact that Haidee deeply respects.

In this day and age, many people deliberately disparage traditional Chinese medicine, and there are plenty who exploit it under the guise of promoting it. Those who genuinely respect and seek to promote traditional Chinese medicine are exceedingly rare.

Furthermore, Haidee is a highly patriotic actress herself. She's aware that many pharmaceutical companies in Japan and South Korea are aggressively exploring ancient Chinese prescriptions. This realization fills her with a sense of indignation, and she feels a sense of frustration towards domestic pharmaceutical companies as well.

However, now she greatly appreciates Mystical Labs, the parent company of Mystical Gastric Remedy. In fact, she sees this company as a beacon of hope for the promotion of traditional Chinese medicine.

It is precisely because of these reasons that she has made the decision to endorse Mystical Gastric Remedy.

In addition to these factors, there is another crucial reason: she urgently needs more Mystical Gastric Remedy.

In her eyes, the only medicine capable of curing her gastrointestinal issues right now is Mystical Gastric Remedy!

Therefore, upon hearing Lilah's feedback, she immediately made the decision to head to Aurous Hill early tomorrow morning!

Chapter 1349: "Championship Matches and Dinner Dates: Charlie's Busy Day Ahead"

When Haidee set off for Aurous Hill, Charlie happened to be riding his electric bike towards the gym.

Today was the quarterfinals for "Little Chili "Dianne.

She was going to face Joanna, the third seed from Brazil, in this match.

The two would compete today to determine who would advance to the semifinals.

If Dianne could maintain her momentum and win today's match, she would have to play another match to enter the semifinals.

If she also won the semifinals, she would then proceed to the final.

All in all, there were only three matches left before the championship.

Therefore, Charlie decided never to miss any of Dianne's matches from now on and must witness her championship with his own eyes.

As Charlie was on his way to the gym, Lorden called him, saying, "Master Wade, I just received a call. The popular actress Haidee Snow and her agent are ready to fly to Aurous Hill. They are expected to land in Aurous Hill in one hour and forty minutes. I have arranged a convoy to pick them up at the airport and invited them to visit Mystical Labs first. Would you like to join?"

Charlie said, "I won't go over. I'm going to watch Dianne's match now. You take care of them yourself."

Lorden asked again, "I plan to arrange for them to have dinner at the Shangri-La tonight and then stay at the Shangri-La Hotel. Do you see any problem with that? If there's no problem, I'll call Director Craven."

Charlie said, "I don't have any problem. Let Isaac Crqaven handle it."

"Will Master Wade come over tonight?"

Charlie suddenly remembered his wife, Claire, so he said, "Right, my wife is a die-hard fan of Haidee. I'll take her with me tonight. But don't reveal my identity to Haidee for now. When we meet at the dinner table, just say I'm your medical consultant, so as not to arouse suspicion from my wife."

"Okay, Master Wade, I got it!"

After hanging up the phone, Charlie called his wife, Claire.

Claire was busy working in the company at this time. She smiled and asked when she received Charlie's call, "Honey, what's the matter calling me during work hours?"

Charlie rarely heard Claire call him "honey", but ever since the day they kissed, their relationship had indeed improved a lot, and she had become more affectionate towards him. So, hearing this "honey" made Charlie feel particularly comfortable.

He smiled and said to Claire, "Wife, do you have any plans for tonight?"

"No, why?"

"Oh, nothing. A friend who runs a pharmaceutical company invited me to dinner tonight and said I could bring you along."

"A friend who runs a pharmaceutical company? Why would he invite you to dinner?"

Charlie smiled and said, "He invited me as a consultant. Don't you forget, I know a bit about traditional Chinese medicine. Dad was injured before, with blood stasis in his head, and I cured him with the medicine I prepared."

Claire remembered this incident and smiled, saying, "I almost forgot. You two having dinner, is it okay if I tag along?"

Charlie chuckled, "Of course, it's fine. It's very appropriate. Let me tell you, he has also invited other distinguished guests. I'll introduce you to them when we get there."

Claire said, "Alright, I don't have anything planned for tonight anyway. I'll listen to your arrangements."

"Okay, then I'll call you in the afternoon."

"Sure, I'll hang up now, I still have things to do."

"Okay, dear, give me a kiss before you hang up!"

"Don't..." Claire blushed and said, "You're becoming more and more presumptuous."

Charlie grinned mischievously, "Hehe, wife, since we've kissed mouth to mouth, what's there to be afraid of over a phone call? Come on. Let me kiss you first!"

Chapter 1350: "Coach's Conviction: Charlie's Confidence in Dianne's Victory"

As he spoke, there was a kissing sound from his lips.

Claire's voice on the other end of the phone was shy and a little embarrassed, "I really can't believe it, you can be so flirtatious even over the phone!"

Charlie laughed, "But you're my dear wife, how can this be considered being flirtatious?"

With a hint of playfulness, he continued, "Come on, good wife, just one kiss, okay? Please!"

In the upper echelons of Aurous Hill's society, almost everyone knew that Charlie, Master Wade, was a true dragon among men. Ordinary people would bow and scrape in his presence, never imagining him pleading with others.

Only his wife, Claire, could make him beg like this.

Although Claire felt embarrassed, she also felt a sweet warmth in her heart, so she coquettishly said, "Okay okay, I'm afraid of you, just one kiss, but no more trying to take advantage!"

"Okay, just one kiss, and then I'll hang up."

Only then did Claire shyly make a kissing sound.

That kiss made Charlie's whole body feel weak.

So, he shamelessly said, "Good wife, your voice was too soft just now, I didn't hear it clearly, give me another one!"

Claire, with a hint of indignation, said, "You rascal, I knew you had ulterior motives, I'm hanging up!"

With that, she hung up the phone, blushing with embarrassment.

Listening to the beeping sound from the phone, Charlie chuckled, then satisfied, he put his phone back in his pocket and continued riding his cool electric bike towards the gym.

Inside the gym at this moment, the previous eight arenas had been reduced to four.

The venue was somewhat empty, but there were also many more spectator seats.

After all, it was already the quarter-finals, and as the matches progressed, the players' strength increased, and the entertainment value of the matches also increased.

In this match, Charlie was no longer just a spectator but Dianne's current coach.

So after arriving at the gym, he went straight to the backstage player's rest area.

At this moment, Dianne had just changed into her competition uniform and then wrapped herself in a blanket for warmth.

Seeing Charlie coming, she was overjoyed and asked sweetly, "Master Wade, what tactical arrangements have you made for Dianne today?"

Charlie smiled, "There are no tactical arrangements today. With your greatly improved physical fitness, I believe this match will be well within your capabilities. Just give it your all."

Dianne asked shyly, "Master Wade, do you really have that much confidence in Dianne? Aren't you afraid she'll lose this match?"

Charlie said earnestly, "I believe that the 'little chili pepper' in everyone's eyes, Dianne, will never let me down."

Dianne blushed immediately, shyly saying, "Master Wade, rest assured, Dianne will definitely do her best!"

Next door to her rest room, separated only by a wall, was Ito Nanako's room.

At this moment, Kazuki Yamamoto said the same words to her as Charlie did to Dianne, "Nanako, in today's match, your opponent's strength is far inferior to yours, so I won't make any tactical arrangements with you. I believe you can win easily."

Ito Nanako nodded, saying earnestly, "Master, rest assured, Nanako will definitely win this match!"

Just as they were speaking, a knock suddenly sounded on the door.

Koichi, who had been standing by the door, hurriedly opened it, only to see a somewhat handsome Jiro standing at the door in a blue suit, holding a bouquet of roses in his hand.

As soon as the door opened, he stepped in with a smile and said to Ito Nanako, "Miss Ito, I came here specifically to wish you victory!"

Alonzo03 · Feb 12, 2024

Everyone is seriously taking advantage of this Charlie, I thought this guy is a fearsome dragon and yet hot chicks are giving him kisses everywhere. Poor Claire you are busy blushing over kisses in the air, behaving like a child, and some people are about to snatch your husband from you. You are not even a real woman or let's say you don't know who God has blessed you with. If you like don't consecrate your bed with your husband other ladies will soon demand to see Charlie's Willie.

Alonzo03 · Feb 12, 2024

I hope this Charlie has pill to increase his Willie's strength and make it bigger and longer with veins bulging. The author should search this nine mystical heaven scripture and tells us the ingredients and preparation. I don't mind spending all my savings and travel to China.

Prosper · Feb 12, 2024

Junlee said:
Chapter 1341: "Dianne's Explosive Workout: When Punches Pack a Surprise"

As Charlie guided the medicinal power for Dianne, he intentionally infused some spiritual energy, allowing it to silently nourish Dianne's entire body like a gentle spring rain.

The effect of spiritual energy was more potent than the medicines Charlie had previously concocted. Not only could it greatly enhance Dianne's physical qualities, but it also greatly improved her muscles, tendons, bones, and internal organs.

Although Dianne had practiced martial arts for many years, she was still an ordinary person. For ordinary people, spiritual energy was far more powerful than miraculous elixirs.

At this moment, Dianne's physical strength far surpassed that of ordinary people.

When Charlie declared the success of his efforts to Dianne, she let out a long sigh of relief. Then, she hastily stood up and performed several sets of striking movements in front of the sandbag.

However, because she was unaware of how much Charlie had improved her physical qualities, she exerted all her strength while striking the sandbag.

Yet, with one punch, the sandbag unexpectedly burst open with a bang!

Dianne was using a top-grade boxing sandbag made of whole buffalo hide, smooth and tough, resistant to deformation even with long-term use, let alone damage from powerful strikes.

However, Dianne herself was no longer the same.

Her physical qualities had undergone a qualitative leap compared to ordinary people.

The force of her punches had increased several times compared to before!

Watching as she punched a large hole in the sandbag, sand gushed out and scattered all over the floor, Dianne was speechless with astonishment!

After a moment, she regained her composure and turned to Charlie, exclaiming, "Master Wade... How... how could my punch have such tremendous power?"

Charlie smiled and replied, "It's all thanks to the miraculous medicine you took. Not only can it save lives and heal injuries, but it can also strengthen your body, fundamentally enhancing your physical strength."

Dianne exclaimed excitedly, "Heavens! It feels like this one pill is more effective than five years of rigorous training! This medicine is truly incredible!"

Charlie nodded and said, "Your current physical strength far exceeds that of opponents at your level. So, I believe that in the upcoming competition, you will surely dominate and claim the championship."

Overwhelmed with excitement, Dianne ran to Charlie's side, hugging his arm, her eyes reddened as she said, "Master Wade, I'm so grateful... Dianne never dreamed of having such strength..."

With that, she suddenly tiptoed and lightly kissed Charlie on the cheek.

Given Charlie's reflexes, he could have easily avoided the kiss. But for some reason, his legs felt as heavy as lead, and he couldn't move at all.

Or perhaps, deep down, he didn't want to move.

Blushing furiously, Dianne dared not look at Charlie and instead muttered shyly, "Master Wade, please don't misunderstand... Dianne just... just wanted to... to thank you..."

Dianne's voice grew quieter and quieter until it was barely audible.

Charlie touched the spot on his face where Dianne had kissed him and said, "If you continue to train hard, I believe you might even compete in the next Olympics and bring glory to our country."

"Really?" Dianne asked eagerly, "Master Wade, do you think I have a chance to participate in the Olympics?"

Charlie smiled and replied, "With your current physical qualities, you are already at the top among your peers. As long as your skills, awareness, and tactics improve, competing in the Olympics is definitely feasible."

Dianne nodded earnestly and said, "If I can defeat Ito Nanako this time, then I'm confident I can aim for the Olympics!"

"I believe you can do it!" Charlie said with a slight smile.

Chapter 1342: "Haidee Snow's Ethical Stand: Beneath the Glamour of the Entertainment Industry"

Dianne hurriedly said, "Master Wade, my competition the day after tomorrow, you must come!"

"Don't worry, I'll definitely be there!"

......

At this moment, in the CBD of Eastcliff.

The largest entertainment company in the country, Luminary Entertainment Group.

Haidee Snow, the top female artist under Luminary, was in the studio of Luminary Entertainment, shooting the cover for a fashion magazine.

This time, it was her fourth time appearing on the cover of a fashion magazine, which had become quite commonplace for her.

Haidee in the studio was wearing a black and white Chanel dress tailored specifically for her, exuding a cold elegance with a hint of aloofness, clearly a powerful woman who could be admired from afar but not trifled with.

After the photographer took several shots, Haidee finally completed the task. Her assistant immediately approached with a cup of warm water and a packet of Kobayashi Gastric Powder.

Haidee frowned slightly, seeming to be in some discomfort. After taking the stomach powder with warm water, she felt a bit relieved.

At this moment, Wilton Elwood, the CEO of Luminary, came over with a smiling face, praising, "Miss Haidee, your look today is truly stunning! You have the beauty that can captivate a nation! If this issue of the magazine goes on sale, it will definitely be snatched up by fans, and the price might even soar like the previous issue, reaching over ten times its original value!"

Haidee replied indifferently, "Mr. Elwood, please refrain from putting me on magazine covers for a while. I don't quite like the feeling."

Hearing this, Wilton hastily flattered, "Oh my, Miss Snow, it's the magazine that has been eagerly inviting you to be the cover star. It's not my decision!"

Haidee said, "Can you politely decline then? Every time I'm on the cover, you and the magazine publishers collude to inflate the price. Magazines that originally cost 20 dollars are inflated to over 200 dollars, which greatly harms the fans. I don't want my fans to waste so much money."

"What's wrong with that," Wilton chuckled, "It's because fans love you that they're willing to pay a high price. There was a historical drama recently where two male leads became immensely popular. Their magazine went from 20 dollars to 300 dollars, selling over three hundred thousand copies nationwide. The company behind the scenes earned millions just from that."

Haidee said with some disdain, "Mr. Elwood, as I said earlier, I don't want to hurt my fans like this. So, after this time, I won't appear on any magazine covers for the next year."

Wilton looked a bit frustrated but dared not say another word.

Although he was the boss of Luminary Entertainment, in front of Haidee, he could only nod and bow, being servile.

The total assets of Luminary Entertainment were only 20 billion dollars, and there were many shareholders behind it. Wilton himself only held a 30% stake.

However, Haidee's family, the Snow family, ranked just below the Salvador family and the Wade family in all of Eastcliff.

With the power of the Snow family, they could easily buy out Luminary Entertainment with just a small portion of their wealth.

The reason Haidee entered the entertainment industry was not for money but purely out of personal interest.

She enjoyed acting and singing, and being the young lady of the Snow family, she naturally received full support from her family.

However, since she had entered the entertainment industry, she needed an economic company to help coordinate various works and promotions according to the industry's standards. Thus, Haidee joined Wilton's Luminary Entertainment.

As for why she chose to join Luminary Entertainment, it was because Wilton was a classmate and follower of Haidee's father when he studied abroad. The biggest benefactor in Wilton's life was Haidee's father.

Therefore, Haidee held a transcendent position in Luminary Entertainment and was the only one among numerous artists who could make the boss, Wilton, bow and scrape.

Chapter 1343: "The Mysteries of Gastric Medicine: Haidee's Stomach Adventures"

After completing the filming, Haidee spoke to Wilton, "Mr. Elwood, if there's nothing else, I'll head back first. I'm not feeling well today."

Wilton asked anxiously, "Miss Haidee, your stomach discomfort hasn't improved yet?"

Haidee shook her head, saying, "During the filming in the United States recently, I had some trouble adjusting to the diet and environment. Combined with the long hours on set, it has taken a toll on my digestive system. I plan to rest and recuperate at home for the next month, so please don't schedule any work for me."

Wilton dared not oppose and hastily said, "Miss Haidee, rest assured. Take this month to recuperate at home. I will personally apologize to your father later. I should have arranged for two chefs to take care of your diet during your time filming in the United States. It was my oversight."

Haidee waved her hand slightly, "It's not your fault. You don't need to worry too much. I'll head back now."

Wilton asked earnestly, "Miss Haidee, do you want me to send a car for you?"

Haidee shook her head, "No need, my nanny's car is downstairs at the company."

At this moment, Haidee's agent, a stylish beauty of similar age, walked in. Seeing that Haidee was about to leave, she asked, "Haidee, is the filming finished?"

Haidee nodded, "Yes, it's all done. I won't be working for the next month. If there are any jobs, please hold onto them for me until I recover."

Upon hearing this, the agent immediately said, "Alright, I'll handle all the work for the next month."

She casually waved a document in her hand, saying, "There's a pharmaceutical company in Aurous Hill that wants you to endorse their stomach medicine. I was going to show you their information, but since you're taking a month off, let's discuss it later."

Haidee agreed with a sound of acknowledgment. Just as she was about to leave, she suddenly asked with curiosity, "Did you say endorsing stomach medicine?"

"Yes," the agent said with a smile, "It's called Mystical Gastric Remedy. Just by the name, it sounds mysterious and unreliable. I directly turned them down."

Haidee nodded, but then instinctively said, "By the way, let me take a look at the information on their stomach medicine."

During this time, Haidee had been suffering from stomach problems herself.

Her type of stomach ailment was not pathological, but rather a result of prolonged discomfort due to environmental changes and dietary habits.

She had visited the hospital a few times and tried some Western medicine, but it had little effect.

The only thing that worked was Kobayashi Gastric Powder.

However, although Kobayashi Gastric Powder was effective, it had its drawbacks.

That is, it only provided temporary relief without addressing the root cause.

When her stomach discomfort was severe, taking a packet of Kobayashi Gastric Powder could immediately alleviate it, but its effect was temporary.

It could last five or six hours at best, but sometimes only one or two hours.

Haidee had been taking Kobayashi Gastric Powder for a week straight, and during this time, her dosage had increased, but once the effect wore off, she still felt intense discomfort. Essentially, her digestive imbalance hadn't been treated at all.

So, she was planning to consult a top traditional Chinese medicine doctor in Eastcliff and take some Chinese medicine home to regulate herself properly over the next month.

But now, coincidentally, a pharmaceutical company wanted her to endorse their stomach medicine, which sparked some interest in her.

So she asked her agent for the information on Mystical Gastric Remedy and briefly read about its introduction.

According to the introduction, Mystical Gastric Remedy was derived from ancient Chinese medical classics, combined with modern pharmaceutical technology for secondary development. It was an innovative Chinese medicine for relieving stomach discomfort and various stomach ailments, as well as digestive imbalances.

Chapter 1344: "Mystical Gastric Remedy: A New Hope or Just Empty Promises?"

This made Haidee very curious.

She knew that Kobayashi Gastric Powder, which had good effects, high sales, and good reputation, was actually developed based on ancient Chinese herbal medicine. In other words, it was plagiarizing the medical achievements of the ancestors of China.

However, she also had to admit that Kobayashi Gastric Powder was indeed much more effective than many domestically produced Chinese patent medicines of the same type.

So, she didn't know either how much potential Mystical Gastric Remedy had compared to Kobayashi Gastric Powder

But she personally liked the name Mystical Gastric Remedy.

The meaning of "Mystical" was above heavens, which was a term derived from ancient Chinese mythological stories and the Nine Mystical Heavens Scripture.

In ancient China, the number nine was the largest number, so it had the meaning of reaching the pinnacle.

These nine heavens represented the highest existence.

So, Haidee asked her agent, "Did they give samples?"

"They did." The agent hastily took out a small package of Mystical Gastric Remedy from an express mail envelope and handed it over.

Haidee was stunned and blurted out, "What on earth? Just gave such a small package?"

"Yeah..." The agent said embarrassedly, "There's also a small note inside the envelope."

"What does the note say?"

The agent said, "The note says: 'For discomfort in the spleen and stomach, one pack is sufficient; whether it's good or not, you'll know after trying...'"

Haidee was dumbfounded, blurting out, "These people... Why beat around the bush? Saying one pack is enough, I don't believe it. I've been taking a dozen packs of Kobayashi Gastric Powder every day for the past few days, and this one pack is supposed to be enough?"

The agent said embarrassedly, "Who knows what they're up to, maybe just trying to please the crowd..."

Haidee said angrily, "I don't believe this nonsense, I have to try and see how miraculous this medicine really is!"

With that, she prepared to tear open the small package.

"Don't do it, Haidee!" The agent hurriedly stopped her and said, "We don't know anything about this yet. What if it's a product with no approval, and if you take it and suffer some damage, or ingest excessive heavy metals and get poisoned?"

Haidee asked her, "Does this medicine have approval?"

"Let me check." The agent looked through the documents sent by mail and nodded, saying, "It says here that it has approval, but the approval has just been obtained recently."

Haidee said, "Don't care how long it has been approved, as long as it has approval, it must be a legitimate product. Even if it doesn't have much effect, it definitely won't be poison. I'll give it a try."

The agent said, "You better not to try it, Haidee. Even Kobayashi Gastric Powder from Japan couldn't regulate your spleen and stomach, let alone something produced by an unknown small pharmaceutical company in Aurous Hill. Its effects must be even worse."

Haidee said seriously, "Lilah, I have to criticize you for this. How can you be so blindly admiring of foreign things? Why do you think that the stomach powder produced by domestic pharmaceutical companies can't compare to Kobayashi Gastric Powder from Japan?"

Her agent, Lilah, muttered, "I'm not blindly admiring foreign things, I'm just afraid that you'll have some problems after taking this stomach powder."

Haidee smiled and said, "Then I'll try it now. If there's any problem, you can call 911 for me."

Chapter 1345: "Medicinal Misadventures: Haidee's Stomach Savior"

Haidee opened the package of Mystical Gastric Remedy, which contained only 1.3 grams of medicinal powder. The moment she tore open the packaging, she caught a very strong medicinal fragrance.

Although similar medicines like Kobayashi Gastric Powder and Ota Stomach Powder also have a strong medicinal scent, Haidee felt that the scent of the other two was far less pleasant compared to the Mystical Gastric Remedy.

Lilah, who was beside her, also smelled the fragrance and nervously said, "Haidee, this medicine smells so fragrant, could it have added some artificial fragrance?"

Haidee rolled her eyes at her, "Stop talking nonsense. Clearly, this is the authentic aroma of herbal medicine, proving that they use only the finest medicinal ingredients."

With that, she tilted her head back and poured the powder from the package into her mouth.

Instantly, a cool and refreshing taste spread rapidly in her mouth.

Haidee quickly drank some warm water, sending the powder down to her stomach.

The next moment, she felt her stomach becoming warm and comfortable, just like the feeling of coming home on a freezing winter day after walking outside for a long time and soaking one's cold feet in warm water. It was incredibly comforting.

She couldn't help but exclaim, "The efficacy of this medicine is truly miraculous! My stomach feels much better instantly!"

"Really?" Lilah asked in amazement, "Is it that miraculous? How does it compare to Kobayashi Gastric Powder?"

Haidee replied firmly, "Of course, this one is better! This is much more comfortable than Kobayashi Gastric Powder! My stomach still feels that warm flow, it seems to be flowing in my stomach, this feeling is amazing... My stomach has never been this relaxed in the past month! It's almost like it's back to normal!"

"I've taken so much Kobayashi Gastric Powder, and each time it only provided some relief to a certain extent, but it has never been this thorough. The effect of this medicine is truly a bit miraculous!"

As Haidee's agent, Lilah spent every day with her and naturally knew that Haidee had been suffering from stomach discomfort for the past month.

She also knew how many attempts and efforts Haidee had made to cure her stomach discomfort.

Unexpectedly, what really brought Haidee great relief was a domestically produced new medicine that was not well-known.

Haidee couldn't help but say, "I need to observe carefully to see how long this medicine can last!"

Lilah asked, "So what's your plan now? Are you going home?"

"Going home," Haidee said, "I've been taking photos for hours, I'm really tired. I want to go home and rest."

Lilah nodded, "Okay, I'll have the driver bring the car to the elevator entrance right away!"

Haidee packed up her things and went downstairs to take the car back to her villa.

Throughout the journey, she was worried that her stomach discomfort would reappear, but to her surprise, her stomach felt normal as if it had been restored, and there was no recurrence.

After returning home, she rested for an afternoon.

Her troubled stomach did not cause any trouble again.

This made Haidee very happy, and she finally felt relieved.

Until she went to bed at night, Haidee's stomach discomfort did not recur.

Chapter 1346: "Navigating Brand Alignment: Haidee's Stomach Remedy Endorsement"

During this period, she has been suffering greatly every night. As soon as night falls, the discomfort in her stomach intensifies and becomes more frequent.

So, it's impossible for her to have a good night's sleep. Typically, she wakes up in pain after one or two hours, then takes a packet of Kobayashi Gastric Powder and goes back to sleep, only to wake up in pain again after another one or two hours. It repeats like this throughout the night.

After such a night, it feels like she's been through a battle, consuming a significant amount of her physical and mental energy.

However, tonight, she finally experienced the bliss of sleeping until she naturally woke up!

From sleeping at ten o'clock in the evening until half-past eight the next morning, Haidee did not feel any discomfort.

After waking up at half-past eight, when she got out of bed, she felt a slight discomfort in her stomach again.

She couldn't help but marvel. She hadn't expected that just a small packet of Mystical Gastric Remedy could have such a good effect, with the effects lasting for about twenty hours!

You should know that Kobayashi Gastric Powder, which is the same size packet, only lasts for about two hours.

Moreover, the effects of Kobayashi Gastric Powder for those two hours can only provide partial relief, not complete relief. But the effects of Mystical Gastric Remedy for these twenty hours can completely relieve the discomfort!

In comparison, Kobayashi Gastric Powder is far inferior to Mystical Gastric Remedy!

While Haidee was astonished, she was also looking forward to seizing the opportunity to get some more Mystical Gastric Remedy while her stomach wasn't bothering her and quickly take it!

However, at this moment, she remembered that Mystical Labs had only sent a sample packet to Lilah!

Haidee couldn't help but mutter to herself in annoyance, "What kind of stingy company is Mystical Labs?"

"I wanted to endorse their medicine, but they only sent such a small sample? That's just too much!"

"At least send a whole box!"

"They're really annoying!"

After saying that, she immediately took out her phone and called Lilah, "Lilah, is Mystical Gastric Remedy on the market now? Where can I buy it?"

Lilah said, "According to the information they gave me, they have obtained the approval and started mass production, but it's not immediately available for sale. They said they would promote it loudly after finalizing the spokesperson."

"Ah, so annoying!" Haidee said, "Call them and tell them I'm willing to endorse their medicine, but the condition is they must find a way to send me some more immediately!"

Lilah exclaimed, "Haidee, are you really planning to endorse this medicine? To be honest, this medicine doesn't fit your image positioning!"

Haidee asked, "Why doesn't it fit? Can't I endorse stomach medicine?"

Lilah hurriedly said, "You can endorse it, but not this kind... Listen to this name, Mystical Gastric Remedy, it's so tacky, totally incompatible with your international star style, it's extremely tacky!"

Haidee said indignantly, "You don't understand, don't talk nonsense! The name they chose is very grand! Didn't I tell you? Mystical means the nine heavens, do you know the poem by a great man that goes, 'able to ascend to the ninth heaven to grasp the moon, able to descend to the five oceans to catch turtles'? The name Mystical embodies the essence of our Chinese culture!"

"And also! This medicine's effectiveness is the best I've experienced personally. Such a good thing, of course, I'm willing to endorse it, recommending such a good thing to the people of our country and the world, can also be considered my small contribution!"

Lilah said, "Okay, okay... I'll contact this pharmaceutical company now, get them to prepare more samples to send over, and then I'll discuss the endorsement contract with them."

Chapter 1347: "A Pricey Powder Pact: Haidee's Endorsement Escapade"

When Lilah called Lorden, Lorden was overseeing the production of Mystical Gastric Remedy at Mystical Labs.

Currently, all production efforts at Mystical Labs were focused on Mystical Gastric Remedy.

Because of its remarkable efficacy, Lorden firmly believed that once this product hit the market, it would quickly become popular nationwide, even globally.

Therefore, in accordance with Charlie's request, he was pushing production to the maximum to prepare for the official launch.

Upon receiving Lilah's call, Lorden smiled and asked, "Miss Lilah, how is Miss Snow considering the endorsement?"

Lilah said, "Well, Mr. Weigard, Miss Haidee has never endorsed any medication before. The reason she agreed to endorse your stomach powder is indeed because she personally used it and felt its effectiveness. So, Miss Haidee has decided to endorse your product. I'm calling to discuss the specifics of the cooperation with you."

Lorden felt pleased and hurriedly said, "Please, Miss Lilah, go ahead."

Lilah said, "Miss Haidee's endorsement fee is eighty million dollars, with a validity period of three years. During these three years, she can shoot two advertisements for your company annually, one print ad and one TV commercial. Additionally, she can attend one event for your company each year."

Lorden exclaimed, "Eighty million? Isn't that a bit too expensive..."

Lilah replied, "Expensive? This price was already set last year. Recently, a Japanese car company offered Miss Haidee one hundred and thirty million for an endorsement, but she declined."

Lorden was taken aback by this revelation, but he also knew that Haidee was an international superstar with a huge reputation domestically, so a higher price was reasonable.

Though eighty million was a lot, it wasn't much for Mystical Labs at the moment.

So, he said, "Eighty million is not a problem, but we hope Miss Snow can come to Aurous Hill as soon as possible to sign the contract with us. Also, it would be best if our advertisements could be shot in Aurous Hill."

"That's not a problem," Lilah said. "But I have an awkward request. Can I trouble Mr. Weigard to send us some more Mystical Gastric Remedy via the fastest courier?"

Lorden quickly responded, "I'm sorry, Miss Lilah, our stomach powder hasn't been officially released yet, so according to regulations, we can't disclose the product prematurely. Sending you that small package before was already an exception."

Lilah expressed dissatisfaction, "Mr. Weigard, we're about to enter into a deep cooperation. Why be so rigid? Miss Haidee was filming in the United States recently and has been experiencing digestive issues. Despite using your Mystical Gastric Remedy, there hasn't been much improvement. That's why she entrusted me to negotiate with you again for some more medication to help her recover quickly..."

Lorden helplessly said, "I'm truly sorry, Miss Lilah, but this is a rule set by our boss. We've encountered situations before where Japanese pharmaceutical companies tried to steal our formula, so we're very cautious. Besides, I can't defy our boss's wishes; otherwise, I wouldn't remain as the general manager."

"Since Miss Haidee has agreed to endorse our Mystical Gastric Remedy and she genuinely needs this medication, could you please ask her to come to Aurous Hill as soon as possible? That way, we can provide her with enough Mystical Gastric Remedy while we carry out our cooperation."

"Oh, and please convey to Miss Haidee that our stomach powder has excellent efficacy. If her condition is just digestive discomfort, I believe three days of medication will completely cure her."

Lorden, when sending the collaboration intention to Haidee's agent, was unaware of Haidee's true background.

Like all ordinary people on the market, he thought Haidee was just a popular celebrity, unaware that she came from a prestigious family.

Chapter 1348: "Fame, Fortune, and Fidelity: Haidee's Endorsement Ethics"

There's a fascinating phenomenon in the entertainment industry: the stronger one's background, the more they tend to package themselves as coming from very humble origins, while those with less background tend to indulge in various forms of self-promotion, portraying themselves as coming from wealthy and prestigious families, as if it would elevate their status.

In reality, Haidee is undoubtedly the most influential figure in the entire domestic entertainment industry, without a doubt.

As such, Haidee maintains a high level of self-discipline in the industry, never involving herself in any scandals, and certainly never doing anything to tarnish her reputation.

Unlike other celebrities who constantly take on various endorsements and jobs, agreeing to endorse anything as long as they're paid, Haidee is an exception. She rarely accepts advertising endorsements.

There are several reasons for her limited endorsements. On one hand, she doesn't need the money. On the other hand, she's extremely cautious due to the frequent occurrences of endorsements going wrong, leading to potential damage to her reputation.

The products she endorses are few and far between, mostly virtual products from major corporations. For example, she recently signed on as the spokesperson for TikTok and also became a promotional ambassador for WeChat. However, she generally refuses offers from companies producing tangible products, despite the hefty sums they may offer.

The reason for her refusal is simple: she doesn't want her fans to blindly purchase products she endorses out of affection for her. In case something goes wrong with the product, she doesn't want to bear the responsibility.

There have been instances where famous comedians endorsed weight loss products that turned out to be counterfeit, and renowned action stars endorsed anti-hair loss shampoo only for it to be revealed that the product contained carcinogenic substances.

Such incidents are not uncommon in the entertainment industry, which is why Haidee is extremely cautious. Moreover, she is genuinely wealthy and doesn't find endorsements particularly enticing.

However, this time, her experience with Mystical Gastric Remedy was different.

Firstly, Mystical Gastric Remedy is truly effective! Its efficacy surpasses any stomach medicine she has ever taken. Compared to the popular product Kobayashi Gastric Powder, Mystical is leagues ahead, surpassing it by more than tenfold.

Secondly, Mystical Gastric Remedy is based on ancient Chinese prescriptions, a fact that Haidee deeply respects.

In this day and age, many people deliberately disparage traditional Chinese medicine, and there are plenty who exploit it under the guise of promoting it. Those who genuinely respect and seek to promote traditional Chinese medicine are exceedingly rare.

Furthermore, Haidee is a highly patriotic actress herself. She's aware that many pharmaceutical companies in Japan and South Korea are aggressively exploring ancient Chinese prescriptions. This realization fills her with a sense of indignation, and she feels a sense of frustration towards domestic pharmaceutical companies as well.

However, now she greatly appreciates Mystical Labs, the parent company of Mystical Gastric Remedy. In fact, she sees this company as a beacon of hope for the promotion of traditional Chinese medicine.

It is precisely because of these reasons that she has made the decision to endorse Mystical Gastric Remedy.

In addition to these factors, there is another crucial reason: she urgently needs more Mystical Gastric Remedy.

In her eyes, the only medicine capable of curing her gastrointestinal issues right now is Mystical Gastric Remedy!

Therefore, upon hearing Lilah's feedback, she immediately made the decision to head to Aurous Hill early tomorrow morning!

Chapter 1349: "Championship Matches and Dinner Dates: Charlie's Busy Day Ahead"

When Haidee set off for Aurous Hill, Charlie happened to be riding his electric bike towards the gym.

Today was the quarterfinals for "Little Chili "Dianne.

She was going to face Joanna, the third seed from Brazil, in this match.

The two would compete today to determine who would advance to the semifinals.

If Dianne could maintain her momentum and win today's match, she would have to play another match to enter the semifinals.

If she also won the semifinals, she would then proceed to the final.

All in all, there were only three matches left before the championship.

Therefore, Charlie decided never to miss any of Dianne's matches from now on and must witness her championship with his own eyes.

As Charlie was on his way to the gym, Lorden called him, saying, "Master Wade, I just received a call. The popular actress Haidee Snow and her agent are ready to fly to Aurous Hill. They are expected to land in Aurous Hill in one hour and forty minutes. I have arranged a convoy to pick them up at the airport and invited them to visit Mystical Labs first. Would you like to join?"

Charlie said, "I won't go over. I'm going to watch Dianne's match now. You take care of them yourself."

Lorden asked again, "I plan to arrange for them to have dinner at the Shangri-La tonight and then stay at the Shangri-La Hotel. Do you see any problem with that? If there's no problem, I'll call Director Craven."

Charlie said, "I don't have any problem. Let Isaac Crqaven handle it."

"Will Master Wade come over tonight?"

Charlie suddenly remembered his wife, Claire, so he said, "Right, my wife is a die-hard fan of Haidee. I'll take her with me tonight. But don't reveal my identity to Haidee for now. When we meet at the dinner table, just say I'm your medical consultant, so as not to arouse suspicion from my wife."

"Okay, Master Wade, I got it!"

After hanging up the phone, Charlie called his wife, Claire.

Claire was busy working in the company at this time. She smiled and asked when she received Charlie's call, "Honey, what's the matter calling me during work hours?"

Charlie rarely heard Claire call him "honey", but ever since the day they kissed, their relationship had indeed improved a lot, and she had become more affectionate towards him. So, hearing this "honey" made Charlie feel particularly comfortable.

He smiled and said to Claire, "Wife, do you have any plans for tonight?"

"No, why?"

"Oh, nothing. A friend who runs a pharmaceutical company invited me to dinner tonight and said I could bring you along."

"A friend who runs a pharmaceutical company? Why would he invite you to dinner?"

Charlie smiled and said, "He invited me as a consultant. Don't you forget, I know a bit about traditional Chinese medicine. Dad was injured before, with blood stasis in his head, and I cured him with the medicine I prepared."

Claire remembered this incident and smiled, saying, "I almost forgot. You two having dinner, is it okay if I tag along?"

Charlie chuckled, "Of course, it's fine. It's very appropriate. Let me tell you, he has also invited other distinguished guests. I'll introduce you to them when we get there."

Claire said, "Alright, I don't have anything planned for tonight anyway. I'll listen to your arrangements."

"Okay, then I'll call you in the afternoon."

"Sure, I'll hang up now, I still have things to do."

"Okay, dear, give me a kiss before you hang up!"

"Don't..." Claire blushed and said, "You're becoming more and more presumptuous."

Charlie grinned mischievously, "Hehe, wife, since we've kissed mouth to mouth, what's there to be afraid of over a phone call? Come on. Let me kiss you first!"

Chapter 1350: "Coach's Conviction: Charlie's Confidence in Dianne's Victory"

As he spoke, there was a kissing sound from his lips.

Claire's voice on the other end of the phone was shy and a little embarrassed, "I really can't believe it, you can be so flirtatious even over the phone!"

Charlie laughed, "But you're my dear wife, how can this be considered being flirtatious?"

With a hint of playfulness, he continued, "Come on, good wife, just one kiss, okay? Please!"

In the upper echelons of Aurous Hill's society, almost everyone knew that Charlie, Master Wade, was a true dragon among men. Ordinary people would bow and scrape in his presence, never imagining him pleading with others.

Only his wife, Claire, could make him beg like this.

Although Claire felt embarrassed, she also felt a sweet warmth in her heart, so she coquettishly said, "Okay okay, I'm afraid of you, just one kiss, but no more trying to take advantage!"

"Okay, just one kiss, and then I'll hang up."

Only then did Claire shyly make a kissing sound.

That kiss made Charlie's whole body feel weak.

So, he shamelessly said, "Good wife, your voice was too soft just now, I didn't hear it clearly, give me another one!"

Claire, with a hint of indignation, said, "You rascal, I knew you had ulterior motives, I'm hanging up!"

With that, she hung up the phone, blushing with embarrassment.

Listening to the beeping sound from the phone, Charlie chuckled, then satisfied, he put his phone back in his pocket and continued riding his cool electric bike towards the gym.

Inside the gym at this moment, the previous eight arenas had been reduced to four.

The venue was somewhat empty, but there were also many more spectator seats.

After all, it was already the quarter-finals, and as the matches progressed, the players' strength increased, and the entertainment value of the matches also increased.

In this match, Charlie was no longer just a spectator but Dianne's current coach.

So after arriving at the gym, he went straight to the backstage player's rest area.

At this moment, Dianne had just changed into her competition uniform and then wrapped herself in a blanket for warmth.

Seeing Charlie coming, she was overjoyed and asked sweetly, "Master Wade, what tactical arrangements have you made for Dianne today?"

Charlie smiled, "There are no tactical arrangements today. With your greatly improved physical fitness, I believe this match will be well within your capabilities. Just give it your all."

Dianne asked shyly, "Master Wade, do you really have that much confidence in Dianne? Aren't you afraid she'll lose this match?"

Charlie said earnestly, "I believe that the 'little chili pepper' in everyone's eyes, Dianne, will never let me down."

Dianne blushed immediately, shyly saying, "Master Wade, rest assured, Dianne will definitely do her best!"

Next door to her rest room, separated only by a wall, was Ito Nanako's room.

At this moment, Kazuki Yamamoto said the same words to her as Charlie did to Dianne, "Nanako, in today's match, your opponent's strength is far inferior to yours, so I won't make any tactical arrangements with you. I believe you can win easily."

Ito Nanako nodded, saying earnestly, "Master, rest assured, Nanako will definitely win this match!"

Just as they were speaking, a knock suddenly sounded on the door.

Koichi, who had been standing by the door, hurriedly opened it, only to see a somewhat handsome Jiro standing at the door in a blue suit, holding a bouquet of roses in his hand.

As soon as the door opened, he stepped in with a smile and said to Ito Nanako, "Miss Ito, I came here specifically to wish you victory!"

Charlie the master planner . The man with multi talents

Junlee (aka 'Jungal2000') · Feb 13, 2024

Chapter 1351: "The Persistent Pest: Jiro's Unwanted Affections"

Nanako frowned at Jiro's arrival, slightly.

Ever since having lunch together with Jiro last time, he has been persistently visiting and causing annoyance to Nanako.

Actually, when Nanako was having a meal that day, she intentionally expressed her views on choosing a partner, emphasizing that it is crucial for her significant other to be more capable than herself, all in order to discourage Jiro.

But Jiro instinctively filtered out her words.

To make matters worse, this person cancelled their room at Shangri-La and moved to Aurous Hill International Hotel, conveniently staying across from Nanako. This greatly displeased Nanako.

However, Nanako's father, Takehiko, constantly urges her to be friendlier towards Jiro, which further frustrates Nanako.

Feeling a sense of discomfort, yet unable to get angry or shoo away, it's like having a big fly buzzing around one's ear, causing irritation.

Although Koichi was well aware that his young miss disdained Jiro, he still extended his hand and accepted the flowers that Jiro handed over, respectfully saying, "Mr. Kobayashi, your thoughtfulness is much appreciated. On behalf of our young miss, I thank you!"

Jiro nodded and confidently walked up to Nanako. With a gentlemanly smile, he said, "Miss Nanako, I will be cheering for and supporting you from the audience later."

Nanako calmly expressed, "Mr. Kobayashi, I prefer some quiet before the competition, so I kindly ask you to leave first."

Jiro chuckled and said, "I can simply observe Miss Naoko without speaking

Nanako was surprised by Jiro's audacity, so she calmly said, "Mr. Kobayashi, do as you please. I need to rest my eyes for a while."

Kobayashi sat confidently opposite Nanako.

As he watched Nanako with her slightly closed beautiful eyes and calm expression, he couldn't help but say, this woman is truly serene and graceful on stage, like a swift rabbit. However, when she is offstage, she is gentle and delicate like water. Furthermore, her appearance is extremely beautiful and charming, just like the ideal Japanese woman that men adore.

The term Yamato Nadeshiko is a unique term in Japanese culture that refers to exceptional women who are calm, gentle, considerate, mature, and possess both noble virtues and outstanding qualities.

It can be said that the Yamato Nadeshiko-type of woman is the goddess that all Japanese

It is commonly regarded by Japanese men as the epitome of an ideal woman, worthy of dedicating

Therefore, Jiro has also regarded Nanako as his perfect life partner and is determined to give his all to win her over, no matter what.

A man who can have such a perfect woman is truly blessed in this lifetime!

......

After ten minutes, the staff members from the competition organizing committee knocked on the door and said, "Miss Nanako, please get ready to enter. Your competition venue is at Arena number two."

Nanako stood up, bowed slightly, and said, "Thank you!"

With a somewhat cold expression, Kazuki Yamamoto on the side asked, "On which arena is the Chinese player Dianne Ward?

Staff said: "Number 4."

Chapter 1352: "Buzzing in the Background: Jiro's Persistent Pestering"

Kazuki Yamamoto said to Nanako, "Nanako, I believe you will definitely knock out your opponent in the first round of this match, so I won't be there to coach you."

Curious, Nanako asked, "Master, are you going to watch Dianne's match?"

"Yes," Kazuki Yamamoto replied. "I want to see how strong her coach really is, to be able to incapacitate Coach Sherman Zhao with just one blow. If he is truly skilled, he will pose a huge threat to us in the future. Also, I want to see if Dianne has made any progress under his guidance."

Jiro hurriedly stepped forward, saying earnestly, "Mr. Yamamoto, please go ahead and attend to your matters. Miss Nanako and I will be here to support her throughout the match!"

Kazuki Yamamoto shook his head helplessly.

He felt some aversion towards Jiro, considering him a powerless man who was unworthy of his outstanding disciple. His buzzing around like a fly here only served to annoy him.

However, despite being a revered martial artist in Japan, he had to show enough respect to the Ito family, particularly Takehiko. Thus, he couldn't directly express his disdain for Jiro. Instead, he chose to ignore him completely.

Jiro was surprised that Kazuki Yamamoto ignored him. Feeling somewhat annoyed, he knew Kazuki Yamamoto was a respected figure to Nanako and restrained his irritation.

Not only did he swallow his pride, but he also took the opportunity to flatter Kazuki Yamamoto, saying, "Mr. Yamamoto, you are a renowned top-tier martial artist in Japan. There's no need to regard the coach of a second-rate Chinese athlete. Both as a coach and an athlete, they certainly cannot compare to you and Miss Nanako! In my eyes, under your guidance, Nanako will surely win two consecutive Olympic championships! By then, both of you will be shining stars of Japan globally!"

As the saying goes, flattery gets you everywhere. Kazuki Yamamoto was pleased to hear such compliments.

In his youth, despite being Japan's strongest, he was always overshadowed by several veteran Chinese athletes and never won a world championship.

As he grew older and couldn't compete in the Olympics anymore, it became one of his biggest regrets.

Now, his greatest goal was to train a disciple who could win an Olympic gold medal. When his disciple represented him and stood on the Olympic podium, his lifelong regret would be somewhat alleviated.

Soon after, Nanako and Kazuki Yamamoto left the rest area, with Jiro and Koichi following behind.

As they stepped out, from the adjacent room, Charlie and Dianne also walked out side by side.

Dianne exclaimed when she saw Kazuki Yamamoto and Nanako, whispering, "Master Wade, that girl is Nanako! And the man beside her is Japan's national treasure-level martial artist, Kazuki Yamamoto!"

Charlie looked up and was instantly struck by Nanako's appearance.

He had seen many beautiful women, but she was the first to exude such a pure aura.

Kazuki Yamamoto also recognized Dianne and immediately shifted his gaze to Charlie.

He secretly pondered whether this young man was Dianne's new coach. He didn't seem particularly remarkable.

At that moment, Jiro saw Charlie and was utterly shocked!

He knew Charlie Wade!

Because Charlie indirectly killed his father, at his behest, killed his brother, and extorted 11.1 billion dollars from his family!

Back then, he had investigated Charlie's information and obtained his photo!

Never did he expect to encounter this star of calamity here!

Chapter 1353: "Recognizing Rivals: Charlie and Jiro's Unspoken Confrontation"

When Charlie looked at Nanako, he noticed behind her a strange gaze, staring at him.

He subconsciously frowned and looked over, only to see a somewhat familiar and lecherous-looking man, looking at him with a face full of fear.

Although this kid looked tall and sturdy, under Charlie's discerning eyes, it was evident that he wasn't a good person, likely one of those scoundrels who preached righteousness while being involved in all sorts of nefarious activities.

With just one glance from Charlie, Jiro was trembling all over!

He couldn't help but tremble because Charlie had left an extremely deep impression on him.

He had seen ruthless individuals before; there was a big brother in Hong Kong years ago who kidnapped a tycoon's son, strapped with explosives, and walked into the tycoon's villa, extorting a billion Hong Kong dollars. He had also heard of a sensational armored car robbery in Europe where the robbers took away over a hundred million euros from the armored car. But he had never heard of that bastard who poisoned others to death and swindled their family out of 10 billion dollars.

Charlie was this incomprehensible, unheard-of scum.

According to his investigation, Charlie was extremely ruthless; several highly skilled bodyguards brought by his brother, Ichiro, to Aurous Hill were reportedly all chopped up and fed to the dogs by Charlie's men. Just thinking about it made him shudder.

He was very afraid of encountering Charlie in Aurous Hill this time, so he kept a very low profile and stayed in the hotel after arriving in Aurous Hill, rarely going out.

But he didn't expect to encounter this star at the university Sanda competition venue!

Therefore, he was extremely nervous.

Charlie also noticed his nervousness, and couldn't help but feel curious. He had never seen this man before, so they shouldn't have met. Why was he looking at him with such a terrified expression?

After a moment, Charlie suddenly realized why this guy looked somewhat familiar to him!

This guy's appearance was somewhat similar to Ichiro, who was feeding the dogs at the Orvel dog farm.

While Charlie was scrutinizing Jiro, Kazuki Yamamoto, Nanako's coach, was also scrutinizing him.

Also observing Charlie was Nanako by Kazuki Yamamoto's side.

Because Sherman had mentioned Charlie before, both of them were trying to gauge Charlie's approximate level through their eyes.

At this moment, Charlie looked at Jiro and warmly said, "Ah! If I'm not mistaken, this must be Mr. Jiro from the Kobayashi family, right?"

Jiro looked at Charlie's enthusiastic smile and couldn't help but shiver.

But he knew that he was now on Charlie's turf, and he couldn't afford to provoke or disrespect such a star.

So, Jiro could only force a smile and stutter, "Y-You must be Mr. W..Wade... Charlie Wade, right?"

Upon hearing Jiro mention his name, Charlie laughed heartily, "Mr. Kobayashi is indeed very clever. We've never met before today, yet you recognized me."

Jiro looked at Charlie, his heart bleeding, while silently cursing, "You bastard, how could I not recognize you? You swindled 11 billion dollars from our Kobayashi family and caused the deaths of two of our direct relatives!"

"Although my brother hired you to kill me with money, he still ended up dead at your hands."

Although Jiro was very angry, he dared not show any defiance on his face and hurriedly smiled, "Mr. Wade, I didn't expect you to be so handsome, charming, tall, and suave in person!"

Chapter 1354: "The Measure of Man: Charlie's Jokes and Jiro's Frustration"

Charlie complimented Mr. Kobayashi on his neatness, mentioning that he tidies up energetically like a young person, despite his height being a little shorter.

Jiro was upset.

Despite being considered a normal height for Asian men, which is less than 1.7 meters, he still didn't meet the expectations of being tall, wealthy, and attractive.

Jiro aspired to be 1.8 meters tall, but even after attempting various approaches, he was unable to fulfill his desire.

The problem of height had always been a sensitive subject for him.

Being mocked by Charlie, who was 1.85 meters tall, for his height in front of Nanako, brought upon him a sense of embarrassment.

Charlie complimented Mr. Kobayashi, saying, "Wow, your Mandarin is surprisingly flawless! You're definitely better than your brother!"

Jiro quickly responded, explaining that his brother's lack of dedication in the past prevented him from studying Chinese seriously.

"Ah... I see." Charlie nodded, a gentle smile on his face. "I was told that Mr. Kobayashi's company is sponsoring this sanda competition. Is that why you're here in Aurous Hill?"

Jiro quickly confirmed, "Indeed, we are the ones supporting this competition, and I will personally award the trophy to the champion at the end."

Charlie acknowledged with a grin, and turned to Dianne seated next to him, suggesting, "Hey Dianne, notice that small guy standing yonder? Once you secure the championship, he'll be the one handing you the trophy."

"Me? Short?"

Upon hearing this, Jiro became incredibly irritated.

He wasn't considered short, even in Japan. Why did Charlie refer to him as a small person?

He spoke condescendingly to him. He stood here like a fully grown adult, at a minimum height of 1.6 meters. Why would he inquire with Dianne about whether she noticed this small person?

Despite being incredibly frustrated, Jiro realized he was in unfamiliar territory and therefore decided to conceal his feelings of frustration and anger.

Currently, Kazuki Yamamoto standing next to him wore a displeased look on his face.

He glanced at Charlie and remarked coolly, "Isn't this guy's speech sounding overly arrogant?"

Charlie scowled, gestured towards Jiro, and questioned Kazuki Yamamoto, "Hey, take a good look at him. Did I wrongly describe him as a small guy?"

Jiro was hit again, as if he could taste the blood in his mouth and was about to spit it out.

Nanako, who was standing next to them, suddenly let out a chuckle.

She could sense that Charlie was intentionally making fun of Jiro, but she didn't anticipate him to have such a great sense of humor.

Kazuki Yamamoto's expression turned grim as he pointed out, "I was talking about your disrespectful attitude during your conversation with Dianne earlier. Nanako, the young lady standing next to me, is undoubtedly the reigning champion of this competition. She is Japan's youngest and most talented sanda master, unrivaled among her peers!"

Nanako quickly bowed her head and modestly responded, "Master, your generosity is overwhelming. In China, there is a wise saying that there is always someone more skilled. I cannot declare myself unrivaled..."

"Nanako," Kazuki Yamamoto said firmly, "a warrior must possess unwavering belief and unyielding confidence in their ability to emerge victorious."

Chapter 1355: "Beyond Muscles: Charlie's Skepticism and Kazuki's Belief"

Charlie lazily observed Kazuki Yamamoto.

He actually had little knowledge about the mixed martial arts community. Without Dianne's involvement in this competition, he would have completely ignored the individuals gathered in this group.

He believed that even if someone was extremely skilled in mixed martial arts, they would still be considered nothing more than what traditional martial arts called "external martial artists".

Basic external martial artists were commonly recognized as individuals who solely concentrated on muscle, bone, and technique in combat. True internal martial artists were those who possessed qi skills, proficiency in using internal strength, and the ability to utilize it to move their entire body.

Nevertheless, the world was teeming with an immense number of martial artists. Even young children as young as three learning Taekwondo could be regarded as martial artists to a certain extent. However, only a small number of individuals within this larger group possessed genuine comprehension and knowledge of how to effectively harness qi.

Kazuki Yamamoto's mastery in external martial arts was evident. Even though he was approximately the same age as his father-in-law, he possessed remarkable physical fitness, surpassing that of ordinary individuals in terms of his muscular strength, bone structure, and overall explosive power.

He was no match for a real internal martial artist.

External martial artists won medals in international competitions because true internal martial artists refused to take part in them.

Internal martial artists can be compared to top-tier superpower singers, such as the late tenor Luciano Pavarotti, if we were to liken these competitions to talent shows like "The Voice".

Pavarotti is too accomplished to join shows like "The Voice" as a contestant, and even being a mentor on the show would not befit his high standing in the music industry.

Many external martial artists lacked understanding of this principle. They wrongly assumed that all the participants, excluding the competitors, were extremely skilled professionals from various parts of the world, without realizing that true experts would see these insignificant competitions as beneath them.

Charlie, being an exceptional professional, was undoubtedly one of the top experts.

Charlie made the dignified Kazuki Yamamoto appear insignificant, like a mere ant.

Charlie, with a smile, questioned him directly, "Sir, what is the basis for your confidence in Nanako as the champion?"

"Having extensive experience in the world of mixed martial arts, Kazuki Yamamoto confidently expressed that he possesses superior knowledge in this field compared to the average person. He firmly believes that Nanako, who he considers a rare prodigy, has the potential to become a champion with his expert guidance."

Charlie challenged Mr. Yamamoto's confidence in his understanding of mixed martial arts. He questioned why Mr. Yamamoto believed his skills were superior to those of regular people and why he was confident enough to think he could train a world champion. Charlie also pointed out that if Mr. Yamamoto's experience and skills were only average, it seemed unlikely that Miss Nanako could achieve a world championship under his guidance.

"Kid, you may have some strength, but your arrogance is excessive," Kazuki Yamamoto responded firmly.

"Charlie smirked and said, 'Whether you consider it arrogance or not, you'll discover the truth soon.'"

Chapter 1356: "Meridians and Mockeries: Charlie's Teachings and Kazuki's Taunts"

After speaking, he looked at the astonished Nanako with a smile and said, "Miss Nanako, your aptitude and meridians are indeed excellent. From the perspective of our traditional Chinese martial arts, your Ren and Du meridians have already opened nearly halfway. If your Du meridian is fully opened, then you will have the opportunity to become an inner disciple."

Note from translator:
Ren Meridian: Also known as the Conception Vessel, it runs along the front midline of the body and regulates yin energy, affecting reproductive health and emotional balance.
Du Meridian: Also called the Governing Vessel, it runs along the back midline of the body, regulating yang energy and influencing the nervous system, brain, and spine.

"The Du meridian?!" Nanako asked in surprise, "Is this the same Du meridian mentioned in Chinese martial arts? Also, what is an inner disciple?"

Charlie said seriously, "Wuxia is also based on traditional martial arts. Just like the Du meridian mentioned in it, this concept was not proposed by wuxia authors but by the ancestors of Chinese traditional medicine thousands of years ago."

"As for your question about inner disciples, let me put it this way: with your current practice methods, even if you practice for another forty or fifty years, when you are as old as this Mr. Yamamoto, you still will not have truly entered the gate of martial arts. Only by opening the Du meridian and then being taught internal energy techniques by inner experts, can you possibly become an inner disciple."

Nanako asked again, "Then... are inner disciples very strong?"

Kazuki Yamamoto sneered, "Nanako, don't listen to this kid's nonsense. The so-called inner and outer disciples are just deceptive methods in ancient Chinese martial arts. Do you remember the videos I showed you before, claiming to be Tai Chi masters, those old men and women from China?"

Nanako nodded, "I remember..."

Kazuki Yamamoto mocked, "Some old ladies wearing white Tai Chi suits could knock down a dozen strong men with a wave of their hand. What's even more ridiculous is that they would line up dozens of people, and with a gentle palm strike from one old lady at the front, they would all fall over. It looks incredibly mysterious, but it's just a staged performance arranged by extras!"

Charlie smiled faintly, "It cannot be denied that there are indeed many people who use the banner of inner disciples to deceive, but that's just the personal behavior of some fraudsters. You cannot deny the existence of the concept itself because some people use it for deception."

"By the way, some time ago I encountered several guys claiming to be masters of Japanese karate in Aurous Hill. They were bodyguards of a big shot, boasting as if they were invincible. But in the end, all of them were beaten by my friend. Just because these people were incompetent, does that mean I would deny the existence of Japanese karate?"

Kazuki Yamamoto was momentarily speechless; he didn't know if the story Charlie told was true.

On the other hand, Jiro's expression became extremely fearful.

He knew exactly who the Japanese karate masters mentioned by Charlie were .

His brother, Ichiro, had always had a team of bodyguards, all of whom were masters of Japanese karate.

But he already knew their fate.

However, Kazuki Yamamoto didn't know any of this. He sneered and said, "Kid, how dare you compare your so-called Tai Chi and internal strength with our Japanese karate? Let me tell you, karate is the most powerful martial art in the world, bar none! It's leagues above the Tai Chi magic tricks you stage with actors!"

Charlie smiled, "Mr. Yamamoto, I'm nothing special, I've just learned a bit of Tai Chi and internal strength. If you don't believe me, dare you stand here and extend your hands to receive a single palm strike from me?"

Kazuki Yamamoto, full of arrogance, said, "Why wouldn't I dare? But if I withstand your strike, I want you to kneel down and admit that Chinese kung fu is all rubbish, and that you are the epitome of contemporary East Asian weakness!"

Chapter 1357: "High Stakes and Hard Heads: Charlie's Proposal and Kazuki's Confidence"

"East Asian weakling?"

Upon hearing these words, a playful smile spread across Charlie's face.

It seemed that this Kazuki Yamamoto was indeed quite arrogant.

However, there seemed to be some misunderstanding about his own strength.

With his trashy background, even if he trained his martial arts to the extreme, he could never be his opponent.

Originally, a bit of disdainful exchange wouldn't hurt, but this bastard turned out to be too lacking in sportsmanship.

He even brought out the term "East Asian weakling", which was truly despicable!

So, Charlie smiled faintly and said, "Since Mr. Yamamoto wants to play big, why don't we raise the stakes even higher."

Kazuki Yamamoto sneered, "No matter how big you play, I'll accompany you to the end."

For Kazuki Yamamoto, even if Charlie's strength was formidable, he could never defeat him with just one strike.

So, no matter how they gambled, he had already won, so he didn't mind raising the stakes even higher.

Charlie smiled and said, "In that case, I am the fairest and most principled person. Since you mentioned the term 'East Asian weakling', and as a Chinese person, I happen to detest this term the most. So, let's make a bet. Whoever loses will use a knife to carve those words onto the loser's forehead."

Kazuki Yamamoto laughed heartily after hearing this, "Kid, I didn't intend to play so ruthlessly, but I didn't expect you to seek death on your own."

Charlie replied, "Whether I seek death or not doesn't matter. We're all out here mixing in the world. Since I dare to say it, naturally, I can afford to play. Just tell me, are you willing to play?"

Kazuki Yamamoto didn't expect Charlie to be so bold and immediately sneered, "What do I have to fear? With so many witnesses here, whoever backs down is the true East Asian weakling. Come on!"

Nanako hurriedly intervened, "Gentlemen, why make such an unpleasant fuss over a trivial matter?"

After speaking, she looked at Charlie and earnestly said, "Gentleman, my master's temper is not very good. I apologize on his behalf for mentioning those words in front of you and hurting your feelings. I hope you don't mind."

Kazuki Yamamoto sternly shouted, "Nanako! Although you are the eldest daughter of the Ito family, my affairs do not require your intervention, nor do I allow you to intervene!"

Apologizing immediately, Nanako bowed and said, "Master, I'm sorry!"

Kazuki Yamamoto ignored her and instead looked at Charlie, saying lightly, "Before we begin, we need to clarify what constitutes winning or losing."

Charlie nodded, "It's simple. I'll strike you once, and after that, if you can stand up, I'll admit defeat."

Kazuki Yamamoto thought to himself, "There are so many loopholes in this that I can exploit!"

"Firstly, even if he injures one of his legs with one strike, he can still stand with the other."

"Secondly, even if he injures both legs with one strike, he can still use his hands to support himself and stand up using other objects."

"So, no matter how we play, I'm the winner!"

So, he arrogantly said, "In that case, let's do as you say. Go ahead!"

A slight smile curved Charlie's lips.

He didn't even need to prepare, just casually struck towards Kazuki Yamamoto with a soft palm.

If someone unaware merely observed the force of his strike, they would think he was just going to friendly clap with Kazuki Yamamoto.

Chapter 1358: "From Master to Mistake: Charlie's Touch and Kazuki's Fall"

However, no one knew that within Charlie's palm, there was a powerful internal force and spiritual energy.

Kazuki Yamamoto, watching Charlie's seemingly harmless palm, almost immediately sneered.

With disdain written all over his face, he said, "With just a palm like yours, you're not even as good as a three-year-old child. I, with just one hand, can easily..."

Kazuki Yamamoto intended to say he could easily dissolve it with just one hand. However, before he could finish speaking, Charlie's palm had just touched his skin, and his whole person felt as if he had been hit head-on by a speeding train, followed by a sharp pain.

With a loud cry, Kazuki Yamamoto was sent flying backwards at high speed.

This flight traced out a parabola in the air that stretched over 20 meters!

Before he even hit the ground, his meridians had already been ruptured by Charlie's spiritual energy while in mid-air!

In other words, during the time he was flying through the air, he had transformed from a renowned martial arts master in all of Japan into a powerless waste.

With a loud thud, Kazuki Yamamoto crashed heavily to the ground!

As Kazuki Yamamoto fell, a mist of blood sprayed from his mouth!

A cloud of blood rose into the air, and Kazuki Yamamoto, with a face full of pain and fear, attempted to stand up, only to find that he couldn't exert any strength in his limbs.

He didn't understand traditional Chinese martial arts.

Otherwise, he would immediately recognize his current condition.

If described in words, it would be: meridians completely severed.

In traditional Chinese martial arts, once a person's meridians are completely severed, there's no escaping the label of "waste".

Unlike high cervical spinal cord injuries, which completely destroy the main thoroughfare from the brain to the entire body, leaving no effective communication between the brain and body.

Severed meridians mean destroying all the nerves throughout the body, both main and secondary routes!

At this moment, Kazuki Yamamoto was the latter!

Seeing her master lying motionless on the ground in extreme pain, Nanako hurriedly ran to him, nervously asking, "Master, are you okay? Are you all right?"

Kazuki Yamamoto's lips trembled slightly, his eyes full of horror as he said, "I... I... I can't feel my limbs, I can't feel my torso, I can't feel anything... I... I'm finished..."

After saying this, tears streamed from Kazuki Yamamoto's eyes.

He never imagined that after dominating the martial arts world for so many years, he would end up in such a tragic state!

Hearing this, Nanako was terrified, then quickly looked at Charlie, pleading, "Sir, please save my master! I'll kneel down to you!"

Charlie said expressionlessly, "His meridians are completely shattered, he can only rely on luck for the rest of his life!"

He then walked up to Kazuki Yamamoto, lowered his head to look at him, and said lightly, "Kazuki Yamamoto, there's a popular phrase on the Chinese internet, 'ask for a hammer and you shall receive one.' I didn't want to cripple you, but since you insisted on begging me to cripple you, I had no choice."

"Furthermore, don't think it's over like this. Our bet has just begun. I'll give you one minute to stand up. If you can't stand up, then I win our bet."

"Now that I've won, I'm going to carve the words 'East Asian Weakling' on your forehead!"

Chapter 1359: "Facing the Consequences: Kazuki's Dread and Charlie's Resolve"

At this moment, Kazuki Yamamoto was trembling with fear.

For the first time in his life, he felt an unimaginable terror from the depths of his soul.

He had never encountered such a master before, surpassing by far his understanding of what a master could be.

What kind of master could possess such terrifying power? A gentle palm strike had turned him into a complete wreck.

The crucial point was, even though a single palm had rendered him completely incapacitated, he was still not satisfied. He insisted on carving those humiliating four characters onto his forehead.

Thinking of this, he pleaded in panic, "Sir, I admit my inferiority. It's my own fault for being defeated by you, but I beg you to spare me the ultimate humiliation. Please, don't carve those characters onto my forehead, I implore you!"

Nanako, standing beside him, also bowed tearfully to Charlie, her voice urgent and pleading, "Sir, considering my master's advanced age, please give him a chance!"

Charlie looked at Nanako and asked in return, "If I were the one who lost, based on your understanding of him, do you think he would give me a chance?"

Nanako was speechless.

She knew what kind of person her master was.

He couldn't be called a despicable villain, but he was definitely someone who stuck to his decisions without hesitation.

With his character, if he had won against Charlie, he would never grant Charlie any mercy.

Thinking of this, Nanako didn't know what to do.

She wanted to continue pleading, but she also felt that pleading wouldn't make much of a difference.

Though she didn't understand the Chinese man standing before her, she understood the history between China and Japan.

Therefore, she also understood the significance of the term "East Asian weakling." It was reviled by every Chinese person.

Over the years, the Chinese people had tirelessly strived to overcome this label. From a feudal society where they were at the mercy of others, they had risen to become the world's second-ranking power. The efforts of billions of Chinese people over decades and centuries were aimed at shedding the label of "East Asian weakling" and allowing the Chinese nation to rise once again to the peak of the world.

In this situation, her master was actually willing to bet with Charlie using those four characters. Wasn't this touching upon his sore spot?

Thinking of this, Nanako cried out, "Sir, my master is old, and he should be enjoying his twilight years. He only came out of retirement for my sake. He has already lost his mobility and will face great hardship in his remaining years. He has suffered enough punishment. Please, I beg you to show mercy and not to degrade him further."

Charlie glared at Nanako and asked, "When your master mentioned 'East Asian weakling,' why didn't you consider that he wasn't just humiliating me, but the entire Chinese nation? Does he think that we Chinese are still as submissive to humiliation as we were a hundred years ago?"

Nanako's heart sank.

It seemed her master had truly offended this young Chinese man to the extreme.

He definitely wouldn't let it go easily.

At this moment, Kazuki Yamamoto was also filled with dread.

If he were to spend the latter half of his life confined to a bed, he could begrudgingly accept it. But if he had to bear the stigma of "East Asian weakling" carved into his forehead, it would truly be worse than death!

Chapter 1360: "The Cost of Insults: Charlie's Resolve and Kazuki's Regret"

In tears, he cried out, "Sir, I'm willing to give you money! A lot of money! I'll give you all my life savings, just please spare me this time!"

Charlie chuckled, "Even if you have money, can you match the wealth I possess?"

Kazuki Yamamoto hurriedly said, "I have nearly a 100 million US dollars in savings. If you are willing to spare me, I can give you all that money, which would amount to at least five or six billion yuan!"

Nanako, standing nearby, also chimed in, "Sir, if it's a matter of money, then I can offer you a relatively generous sum. How about I supplement you with a hundred million US dollars? What do you think..."

Charlie glanced at Kazuki Yamamoto, then at Nanako, and then pointed at Jiro who stood trembling beside them, saying, "You two, ask this little dwarf here how much money I have."

Jiro's legs trembled uncontrollably as he stuttered, "Mr... Mr. Wade, I really don't know how much money you have..."

"Don't know?" Charlie smiled, "Then just tell them directly how much your Kobayashi family has honored me with."

Jiro hastily said, "Um... Mr. Yamamoto, Miss Ito, the Kobayashi family has honored Mr. Wade with 10 billion..."

"How much?" Charlie frowned, "How did it become 10 billion?"

Jiro felt extremely anxious.

In fact, the entire Kobayashi family had honored Charlie with 11 billion dollars. Among this, 10 billion was ordered by his father, Masao, when he was alive, to purchase pharmaceutical patents.

The remaining 1 billion was given by himself secretly to orchestrate the murder of his own elder brother.

So, he dared not present that 1 billion as well and thus stated a figure of 10 billion.

Seeing Charlie's dissatisfaction, he could only muster the courage to say, "I'm sorry, I'm sorry... I was a bit nervous for a moment and got confused. Actually, the Kobayashi family has honored Master Wade with a total of 11 billion yuan... which is nearly 20 billion US dollars."

Kazuki Yamamoto was stunned by this number.

Just the Kobayashi family alone contributed 11 billion to this young man?

What on earth was the reason for this? Wasn't he just a coach? With over 10 billion, why would he need to become a coach for Dianne?!

Nanako was also shocked.

Although the Ito family was very wealthy, Nanako was still a student. The money she had accumulated through various channels since childhood added up to only about fifty million US dollars. Promising Mr. Wade a billion, she still had to figure out how to ask her family for the remaining fifty million.

But she didn't expect Charlie to be so wealthy!

With this realization, it seemed that even spending money wouldn't make him relent...

At this moment, Kazuki Yamamoto felt utterly hopeless.

He looked into Charlie's eyes, which were now reddened, and choked out, "Mr. Wade, I truly realize my mistake. I beg you to spare me, to not take away the last bit of dignity I have as a warrior... as fellow martial artists, I believe you can empathize with me..."

Charlie smiled and said, "Don't be arrogant when you're riding high, and don't beg for mercy when you can't bear it anymore. It's useless. I detest insults to our country and our people the most in my life. Leaving you with your life is already a result of your ancestors' merits. Otherwise, with that blow just now, I could have sent you to meet the Sun Goddess."

With that, Charlie took out his phone, called Orvel, and instructed, "Orvel, come to the Aurous Hill Sports Center. It's time to show off your human calligraphy skills again!"

warlock_brother · Feb 13, 2024

Only 10 chapters for today?

"Dragon Son-in-law" a.k.a. Millionaire Son-in-law, Charlie Wade Story. Translated by Junlee (aka Jungal2000)

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