Upon hearing Charlie’s request, Ito responded without a moment’s hesitation: “Mr. Wade, arranging a boat is a minor issue. I can prepare a luxury yacht for you at any time, ensuring you can depart from Tokyo by sea without any obstacles. I just need to know when you n to leave.”


    Charlie inquired, “How long will the sea journey take to get home?”


    Ito Takehiko exined, “Luxury yachts tend to be quiterge. While they offer excellent stability and can withstand rough seas, their speed is somewhat limited. Typically, they travel at an average speed of about 50 to 60 kilometers per hour. The distance from here to Aurous Hill involves first reaching the Yangtze River estuary in Hignd Falls City, which is roughly 2,000 kilometers away. This will require at least 30 hours of sailing time.”


    Continuing, Ito Yuhiko added, “However, since we are engaged in smuggling, we will need extra time to handle interactions with the Coast Guard, and our speed will certainly decrease as we approach the shore. Therefore, I estimate that it will take at least 35 hours to sail from Tokyo to Hignd Falls.”


    Charlie grimaced and remarked, “Thirty-five hours… that does seem a bit lengthy…”<h3 style="background-color:DodgerBlue">


    Ito nodded, acknowledging the situation. “Smuggling is the fastest option avable. You must understand that smuggling is primarily done via sea routes. For instance, if one were to smuggle goods from Asia to North America, it could take over a month just at sea.”


    Charlie then pointed out, “That’s just the travel time to Hignd Falls. What about the journey from Hignd Falls to Aurous Hill? That must take additional time?”


    Ito Yuhiko rified, “If you choose to take a boat from Hignd Falls to Aurous Hill, that would require another seven to eight hours. However, if time is of the essence, I would rmend taking a helicopter from Hignd Falls to Aurous Hill; that would only take just over an hour.”


    Charlie promptly replied, “In that case, please, Mr. Ito, arrange for the ship as soon as possible. I want to leave tonight.”


    Both Ito Yuhiko and his daughter, Nanako Ito, were taken aback. In unison, they eximed, “Huh? You want to leave tonight?!”


    Charlie affirmed, “Rueben has already returned by ne and reached Aurous Hill in just over two hours. I can’t have Jasmine fly directly, especially since the entire Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department believes Jasmine is missing and possibly dead. They are actively searching, and customs is inmunication with them. If Jasmine suddenly appears at customs, the Tokyo Metropolitan Police will be notified immediately, and she might end up being detained and searched.”<fn5163> ???? ????s? ???????s ?? F?ndNovel</fn5163>


    He continued, “Moreover, Theodore, along with Rueben and his son, are closely monitoring Jasmine’s movements. If she shows up at customs, it willpromise everything. So, it’s crucial for her to remain ‘missing’ to the outside world while we quietly leave Japan and return to Aurous Hill.”


    Feeling a bit lost, Nanako Ito listened as her father, Ito Yuhiko, suggested, “Mr. Wade, since you’vee all this way, why not stay for a couple of days? You can enjoy everything as our honored guest!”


    Charlie smiled gently, “I appreciate Mr. Ito’s hospitality, but this matter is truly urgent. Dying could lead toplications in Aurous Hill, especially since Jasmine’s grandfather is still there.”


    Realizing the gravity of the situation, Ito quickly responded, “I understand! This is indeed urgent. I will have someone prepare the ship right away and coordinate with the Coast Guard to ensure we can depart by one or two o’clock tonight.”


    Charlie expressed his gratitude, “Thank you very much, Mr. Ito.”


    Ito Yuhiko waved his hand dismissively, “No need for thanks, Mr. Wade. You are a great benefactor to the Ito family; it’s only right that I assist you!”


    As he spoke, he pulled out his cell phone to make arrangements. “Mr. Wade, let me take care of this call, and I’ll ensure everything is ready for your departure.”


    Charlie nodded, saying, “I also need to make a call to sort out some affairs back home.”


    He then took out his phone, created a group chat on WeChat, and added Isaac Cameron and Don Albert, messaging, “Are you both avable? If so, let’s have a conference call.”


    The two quickly replied, “Absolutely!”


    Charlie initiated a group voice call, and both Isaac Cameron and Don Albert joined in one after the other.


    Isaac Cameron was the first to connect, greeting, “Master, what can I do for you?”