The following morning, ire rose early to head to her job at thepany.


    Meanwhile, Charlie had enjoyed a breakfast prepared by ine and spent the day preupied with thoughts about Cynthia’s situation.


    Since Stephen Thompson’s arrival, the Wade family had never directly intersected with his life until now.


    Charlie found sce in this arrangement; he appreciated not having to engage with the Wade family.


    However, Cynthia’s actions had disrupted this peace, indicating that the Wade family was now interested in forming a connection with him. Their motives remained unclear, but it was apparent they did not wish to remain in Aurous Hill.<h3 style="background-color:DodgerBlue">


    Even if he were to decline his aunt’s request today, he knew the Wade family wouldn’t simply give up.


    It seemed evident that the Wade family would pose a persistent challenge for him in the future.


    ……


    At 5:30 PM, Charlie greeted his mother-inw ine, informing her that he had other ns for the evening and would not be dining at home.


    He then set out alone, catching a taxi to Shangri-La.


    Isaac Cameron had offered to drive him, but Charlie declined the ride.


    The Wade family often treated Isaac Cameron as their own. If he disyed too much eagerness towards Charlie, it might raise suspicions within the Wade family.


    Upon Charlie’s arrival at the Shangri-La catering department, he found Isaac Cameron already waiting for him.


    As soon as Charlie appeared, Isaac Cameron stepped forward respectfully, saying, “Master, it’s good to see you.”


    Charlie nodded and inquired, “Where’s my aunt? Is she here?”


    “Yes, she’s here,” Isaac Cameron replied, wiping sweat from his forehead. “Your aunt mentioned she was feeling a bit tired, so I arranged for a spa technician to attend to her in her room. It should take more than half an hour.”


    With a faint smile, Charlie said, “Alright, then let’s go to the box first.”


    Isaac Cameron quickly replied, “You two will actually be dining in the Sky Garden tonight.”


    Charlie frowned at this news, recalling that the Sky Garden was where he had orchestrated a wedding for ire.


    The Sky Garden is a grand banquet space featuring no private boxes and surrounded by translucent ss. It typically serves elite members of Shangri-La, making it likely that other guests could witness their dinner together.


    Concerned, Charlie asked, “Will there be a lot of guests tonight? If too many people see me dining with her and recognize her, it couldpromise my identity.”<fn413a> Th?s chapter is updated by Find?Novel</fn413a>


    Isaac Cameron shrugged and reassured him, “You don’t need to worry. The entire catering department at Shangri-La ispletely cleared for tonight. There won’t be any other guests in the Sky Garden or the outside boxes.”


    Surprised, Charlie questioned, “You cleared more than just the Sky Garden? The Chinese and Western restaurants outside are also empty?”


    “Yes,” Isaac confirmed. “The catering department is dedicated solely to you and your aunt tonight.”


    Feeling awkward, Charlie remarked, “There was no need for such fuss; a better-quality box would have sufficed.”


    Isaac leaned in closer, speaking softly, “Master, you may not be aware of your aunt’s nature. She has always been like this.”


    He continued, “Your aunt tends to look down on those below her station and has always mocked a third-tier city like Aurous Hill. To her, dining with locals here is a significant affront…”


    “What a mentality,” Charlie replied, slightly irritated. “No matter how lofty her standards, she still eats, drinks, and sleeps like everyone else. It’s pointless to act so superior.”