The Charismatic Charlie Wade

“What? The Empty City Strategy?”

Maria and Zeba exchanged puzzled glances upon hearing Viola’s words. They were well aware of the historical allusion he was referring to. In the famous novel ‘The Kairice of the Three Kingdoms’, Zhuge used the Empty City Strategy when he faced a siege from Sima’s massive army. Zhuge calmly played the zither on top of the city walls, tricking Sima into thinking it was a trap and instilling fear in his heart.

But why was Viola bringing up this strategy when discussing Morgana? Did he plan on climbing a tower and playing an instrument like Zhuge to intimidate her? Maria was the first to voice her concern, “Mr. Wade, the reason the Empty City Strategy worked for Zhuge was because he made Sima fear the unknown. However, if you reveal your identity, regardless of whether Aurous Hill has spies or not, Morgana will surely send her three trusted elders to test your true intentions. She will only fear you if you remain a mysterious figure lurking in the shadows. Once you step into the light, she will have no choice but to confront you head-on… ”

Maria couldn’t help but interject, trying to dissuade Viola from taking unnecessary risks. “Indeed, My Lord, Zeba’s words make sense. At this point, the chances of scaring Morgana away with your true identity are almost zero. I advise you not to take any reckless actions…”

Instead of heeding their advice, Viola chuckled at their concern and responded with an enigmatic expression. “You two, don’t underestimate my intelligence. I’m not foolish enough to willingly expose myself to Morgana.”

His confident smile only deepened their confusion.

Sensing their curiosity, Maria surmised that Viola must have a well-crafted plan in mind. She couldn’t help but ask, “Do you have a clever trick up your sleeve, Young Master? Why don’t you enlighten us, so that Zeba and I may learn from your wisdom?”

Viola smiled and replied, “Both of you have far more life experience than me. I wouldn’t dare claim to teach you anything. At best, we can learn and progress together.”

With those words, Viola rose from his seat and declared, “Wait a moment, I have something to show you.”

from a safe. Maria had already surmised its contents and couldn’t help

before them, carefully placing it on the coffee table. As they unfurled the scroll, a lifelike and

with reverence, “So this is the true visage

this be the Master that Morgana often speaks

mentioned the Master

liked it. Besides, I’ve severed my ties with

well, from now on, I shall address you as Miss

past as his disciple. She shared these stories to paint a picture for us, to make us understand that the path of cultivation

at most another hundred years to live. She

the past two years, Morgana has shown increasing signs of restlessness. Throughout the decades, she never worried about aging, as her appearance remained unchanged. But these past two years, she has

destined to happen will happen. What good

her thoughts, Maria returned her attention to the painting before her. Suddenly, a realization dawned on her and her eyes widened in excitement. She couldn’t help but ask

his excitement and affirmed, “Miss Clark, you’ve hit the mark! I intend to have Old Lord Morvel employ the Empty City Strategy

are you and Miss Clark implying? Didn’t Lord Morvel pass away centuries ago? Why

turned to Zeba and inquired, “Miss Salazar, in your opinion, why would Morgana send her three elders to Aurous

uncertain of the enemy’s identity, unaware of how many foes she faces, unsure of their strength and uncertain whether they