Reflecting on the declining health of Stefanie’s father, Orrin Sun, Charlie inquired, “Is Uncle Orrin doing okay?”


    Stefanie responded softly, “Not really… It’s not good at all. The doctor has suggested that he needs to be hospitalized again. My dad is reluctant to go. I think he might be feeling a bit depressed or has given up. I don’t want to push him too hard; he feels like he loses his dignity when undergoing various treatments in the hospital. You might not know him well, but my mother says he’s very much like your father and his brothers. They’re quite stubborn and won’t easily take advice…”<fn4439> Chapters first released on fin?novel</fn4439>


    Charlie understood that many honorable people tend to lose their will to live as they approach death.


    This phenomenon often stems from their years of integrity; they prioritize their dignity and reputation. They are unwilling to sacrifice what little dignity they have left in order to extend their lives by a short while.


    Charlie had even heard of prominent individuals signing do-not-resuscitate orders when facing severe illness, opting not to be intubated, operated on, or ced on a venttor, all to maintain their dignity at the end of their lives.<h3 style="background-color:DodgerBlue">


    It seemed that Orrin Sun was already contemting his future.


    Fortunately, Charlie’s reunion with Stefanie was well-timed. If they waited until Orrin Sun sumbed to his illness, it would be toote to help him.


    He reassured her, saying, “Don’t stress too much about this; I’ll help you sort it out once I arrive.”


    Stefanie’s voice trembled as she replied, “Thank you, Charlie! I know he’d be really happy if you coulde to see Dad!”


    Charlie preferred to keep the conversation brief to avoid being overheard by Loreen, who was sitting nearby. He said, “Let’s leave it at that for now. The ne is about to take off and I need to turn off my phone.”


    Stefanie quickly responded, “Alright, Charlie! I’ll be waiting for you in Eastcliff!”


    After ending the call, Charlie noticed Loreen smiling. “Oh, Charlie, you’re really impressive now. It’s no wonder they call you Master Wade! From the tone of your voice, it seems like they’re counting on you to save the day!”


    Charlie chuckled slightly, “Feng Shui can be like that sometimes; when everything is fine, it’s calm, but when issues arise, it often bes urgent.”


    Loreen sighed appreciatively, “ire is truly fortunate to have such a capable husband like you!”


    After a moment, Loreen asked, “By the way, what brings you to Eastcliff this time?”


    Charlie replied, “I’m near the Northeast Fifth Ring Road, in a vi area.”


    Loreen brightened up, “That’s not too far! Why note over to my ce for a visit?”


    Charlie felt a bit awkward, responding, “I don’t think that’s appropriate; I have quite a few things to take care of in Eastcliff…”


    Loreen smiled gently, “That’s fine. Just see how your schedule goes. If you’re busy, I understand, but you have to let me treat you to dinner as a way to thank you for saving me twice, okay?”


    Since it was just a meal, Charlie didn’t hesitate to agree: “Alright.”


    At that moment, the attentive flight attendants began reminding passengers to fasten their seat belts as the ne prepared for takeoff.


    After the ne taxied and gained sufficient speed on the runway, it ascended into the sky.


    Throughout the flight, Loreen was quite animated, constantly seeking topics to discuss with Charlie.


    Meanwhile, Charlie’s mind was upied with thoughts of Eastcliff, a ce filled with his childhood memories.


    After a flightsting one hour and forty minutes, the ne gradually descended and touched down smoothly at Eastcliff International Airport.


    At that moment, Charlie felt his heart race, and he silently eximed, “Eastcliff, I’m back!”<h3 ss="has-text-align-center" id="chapter-list"><strong></strong>