Charlie’s words left Steve befuddled.

Serious and composed, Charlie said, “Sir, Helena is the Queen of Northern Europe. Her visit to Canada is a significant political affair. Itineraries for such events are usually planned far in advance. Her original visit was scheduled for next Friday, which is nine days away. I can’t claim to have expedited it…”

Charlie stayed calm, “Your focus should be on answering my questions.”

Steve pondered, “My father wished for Royce to establish contact with Helena. This idea emerged some time ago. Days ago, he expressed his desire for Royce to represent the Rothschild family in meeting Helena, exploring a potential marriage. Initially, if Helena followed her earlier decision and came to Canada, he’d have asked Royce to hurry. However, with the current unexpected situation, I’m uncertain if his stance has changed.”

Charlie speculated, “I doubt it has. From his perspective, Helena’s trip is a separate matter from the Four Treasures of the Study. Her sudden change in plans and his immediate instruction for Royce to go to Canada simply means one less resource searching for the Four Treasures of the Study. It won’t increase the risk of the Treasures leaving the U.S. Why? Because…”

Adding to his point, Charlie continued, “Additionally, the Rothschild family faces immense public pressure due to ongoing scandals. With various internal and external exposés, there’s no chance of a turnaround for a while. Redirecting public attention could be a beneficial, harmless choice.”

Steve expressed helplessness, “Indeed, but we haven’t yet engaged with the Nordic royal family. We can’t influence when Helena arrives in Canada. If she sticks to the original schedule, and if you intend to accompany Royce to Canada opportunistically, we’ll have to wait several more days…”

Steve was eager for Charlie and the Four Treasures of the Study to leave the United States.

The Four Treasures of the Study were a ticking time bomb. As long as they remained in the U.S. and out of his control, they posed a constant threat.

Furthermore, Charlie held him hostage. His life remained at risk as long as Charlie stayed. Despite being sure that Charlie knew the whereabouts of the Four Treasures, Steve lacked the means to take from the lion’s mouth.

He hoped for Charlie’s swift departure with the Four Treasures from the U.S. Yet, reality contradicted his desires.

Steve desired Charlie’s departure, but the uncertain arrival of Helena presented a dilemma. He didn’t want Charlie stranded, holding him and his son hostage for the nine days while Helena was in Canada, a risky scenario.

Thus, with an embarrassed expression, he told Charlie, “Sir, don’t overlook the Nordic royal family’s assets and influence. Despite their assets being lesser than a mid-sized tech company, Helena wields significant political sway. Although young, she remains a country’s queen. Even in the U.S., the world’s highest GDP country, she’d still receive head of state treatment. It’s impossible for us to prompt the Northern European Queen to arrive abruptly. Waiting nine days poses a risk. We need to consider other solutions.”

Calming Steve down, Charlie assured him, “Don’t worry. I’ll arrange for Helena to come soon.”

Subconsciously, Steve asked, “Are you serious?”

collaborate, I’ll be transparent. Do you know who I

head, “I’m not

not know me,

who outmaneuvered the Rothschild family twenty years ago?! Then you… your

nodded, “Yes, that’s

breath, blurting out, “It all makes sense now! The Jagoan family’s TikTok refusing to take down our scandalous videos. You’re

Brooke Prison Jagoan,

affirmed calmly, “Yes,

Jagoan is truly remarkable. His strategic moves have left the Rothschild family in a dire situation, much like your

dismissed the flattery, “We’re all adults here, no

from his shirt pocket and casually mentioned, “By the way,

face was filled with a mix of fear and panic as he pleaded, “Mr. Jagoan, why would you do this?

replied, “Knowing that some key members of the Rothschild family

grim. He hadn’t anticipated that Jagoan might have recorded their collaboration. This meant that Jagoan

crisis while clutching Steve’s vulnerability. What if Jagoan exposed the video and let Steve’s elderly father know? If Steve didn’t cooperate or, worse, helped Jagoan take the artifacts out

he then be

Jagoan had never recorded any video in the first place. It was merely a ruse to intimidate him. Jagoan had

we’ve agreed to collaborate, I won’t betray you for no reason. As long as you assist me in taking the Sifang Baoduan out of America, your position as heir will remain secure. I’ll keep this secret for you. Though the Jagoan family had some issues with you before, through our cooperation now, we have a chance to mend those fences. When your father is no longer around, you can ascend as the head of the Rothschild family. There’s a saying, ‘friends stand by each other for life.’ Despite the age difference, there’s no reason why we can’t be friends for another thirty to fifty

that Jagoan was recording, Steve felt somewhat reassured hearing Jagoan’s words. He understood that Jagoan held the leverage, and exposure

now. The

there

However, Steve wasn’t naive.

quickly grasped the stakes

Jagoan, Jagoan might instruct

Hank had become his lackey, and if Hank committed a crime, Steve would be absolved of any

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