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

As they

an old man with an ethereal aura and exclaimed with reverence, “So this is the true visage of Morvel Bazin… Just as my father described, his spirit is extraordinary and he

be the Master that Morgana often

gasped, “Morgana mentioned the

bestowed upon me. Frankly, I never liked it. Besides, I’ve severed my ties with my past and that title no longer holds any meaning for me… In fact, I wish to have no further association with

now

of us, Morgana often spoke of Lord Bazin and her past as his disciple. She shared these stories to paint a picture for us, to make us understand that the path of cultivation can lead to longevity, even a thousand

has at most another hundred

Clark, you speak the truth. In 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 become more conscious of skincare. Sometimes, I catch the scent of skincare products as she passes by. She’s

happen. What good

painting before her. Suddenly, a realization dawned on her and her eyes widened in excitement. She couldn’t help but ask Mozart, “Young Master… are you suggesting

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

keep up with their conversation and asked anxiously, “Mr. Wade, what are you and Miss Clark implying? Didn’t Lord Morvel pass away centuries ago? Why would you ask him to use

Bazin’s painting, Viola turned to Zeba and inquired, “Miss Salazar,

identity, unaware of how many foes she faces, unsure of their strength and uncertain whether they are alive or dead.