Charlie, Ito Yuhiko, and Tanaka Hiroshi were in high spirits as they exchanged their sses, while Nanako stood nearby, diligently refilling Charlie’s wine.


    Interestingly, Nanako exclusively drinks for Charlie, Emi Ito only drinks for Yuhiko Ito, and Koichi Tanaka can only drink for himself.


    In Charlie’s view, the famed Long Xiao Nine Heavens isn’t particrly enjoyable. Apart from its subtle rice aroma, he finds it rather unimpressive. He believes that to truly feel a buzz, the drink should have at least 40% alcohol content. To him, sipping sake is akin to drinking in tap water.


    Nheless, since Ito Yuhiko brought this national treasure all the way, Charlie made it a point to show the proper respect.


    He also praised the exquisite seafood sashimi prepared by Emi Ito, though in his mind, he felt that sashimicks its own vor, and that what he was truly tasting was merely the essence of various fish. After dipping it in soy sauce and wasabi, the overall experience didn’t vary much.<h3 style="background-color:DodgerBlue">


    This reminded him of hot pot dining; ultimately, what one enjoys is the vor of the broth and the dipping sauces.


    After a pleasant lunch at the Ito family’s new home, Charlie engaged in some light conversation with Ito Yuhiko before standing up to bid farewell.


    He had previously informed Zara Banks of his intention to visit Deana’s house, and he was determined to keep that promise.


    Despite consuming a fair amount of sake with the two gentlemen, he was fortunate to possess spiritual energy. Prior to leaving, he harnessed that energy to eliminate any effects of the alcohol and then drove to his old residence.


    By the time Charlie arrived, Deana, along with siblings Fitz and Zara Banks, had already finished their lunch. Fitz had changed into fresh clothes, shaved, and tied back his shoulder-length hair, appearing much quieter and more focused.<fne71a> For more chapters visit find[?]ovel</fne71a>


    Zara Banks sat on the sofa, eagerly watching the yard for any sign of Charlie, excited to greet him as soon as he arrived.


    When the BMW Charlie was driving finally rolled to a stop at the courtyard entrance, Zara’s face lit up with joy. She quickly called out to her mother and brother, “Mr. Wade is here!” With that, she sprang up and dashed toward the door.


    Deana and Fitz promptly followed suit, eager to wee their guest.


    As Charlie stepped out of the car, the three of them had already gathered at the entrance.


    With a hint of shyness, Zara Banks opened the vintage iron gate and greeted, “Mr. Wade, you’ve arrived!”


    Fitz also added respectfully, “Mr. Wade…”


    Deana, though not as formal as the others, greeted him with warmth, as if weing a friend’s child, saying, “Charlie is here;e on in!”


    Charlie nodded slightly and replied courteously, “Hello, Aunt Deana! It’s been a while. How have you beentely?”