The Amazing Son in Law The Charismatic Charlie Wade

At the base of Greenwood Temple, the situation remained uncertain.

Charlie hadn’t yet committed to abandoning the journey. The thought of simply walking away left him with an overwhelming sense of dissatisfaction. Yet, Maria’s reasoning couldn’t be dismissed.

Sometimes, a person must remind themselves that persisting stubbornly can amount to nothing more than arrogance.

The word ‘arrogance’ suddenly struck Charlie like a lightning bolt. In the face of the unknown, he had an epiphany about the limits of his current strength.

After some contemplation, Charlie forced a rueful smile and spoke with composure, “Maria, you are right. I can’t afford to be conceited. My strength is no match for Morgana’s and she seems to have knowledge of our actions and whereabouts. She’s far from ordinary.”

He turned to Maria, his expression earnest. “You are sharper than I am. Many issues run deeper than I initially thought and you possess a greater clarity of vision. Since you’ve also advised me to reconsider, I’d better heed that advice. I suggest we have a meal and return to Aurous Hill.”

Maria, who had been tense, finally breathed a sigh of relief. She had feared that Charlie would dig in his heels and refuse to budge, no matter what advice was offered. Now, with Charlie showing signs of yielding, she felt relieved.

In a manner reminiscent of a young bride in ancient times, she focused all her attention on her ‘husband’, Charlie. If he was happy, even the simplest fare would satisfy her. If he was unhappy, the finest cuisine would taste like wax. Her greatest fear had been that Charlie wouldn’t know how to retreat. Seeing that he was at least accepting the counsel of ‘the master’s wife’ was a great relief.

Taking Jagoan’s arm, Maria turned and retraced their steps.

lowered, while Maria brainstormed ways to

do you think the Mother of Pu’er has grown more leaves in the past

have grown larger and adding three or five more buds shouldn’t pose a

return, I will pluck those fresh leaves, process them and serve them to

Jagoan asked, “Isn’t making Pu’er tea a complex process?

of flavor, it retains a fresh and mild taste. Typically, only freshly picked tea leaves can be cured immediately. Freshness and timing are crucial. This is

a grin, “Aren’t you quite protective of the Mother of

shy smile, “The Mother of Pu’er is remarkably resilient. Picking a few leaves shouldn’t harm her, as

Maria was trying to make him happy. He was touched by her consideration. However, he also wanted

Mother of Pu’er grow her leaves. Picking too many

as it pleases the Young Master, there’s nothing I

felt a warmth in his heart and nodded approvingly. He recognized Maria’s intentions and was moved by them. He thought it might be a bit odd

shifted the conversation. “With you here, Morgana is unlikely to trouble China in the near future. The immediate risk

day student. Zilian Villa will tend to the Mother of Pu’er daily. Additionally, I may require occasional trips to Erlang Mountain in the southern province to

remarked, “Sounds quite