The Charismatic Charlie Wade

Morine wasn’t one to delve deeply into matters of fate.

In the ‘Apocalyptic Book’, he found a treasure trove of miscellaneous knowledge, but the one thing missing was an explanation of fate. He used to liken fate to the caste system in India, where high fate equated to high caste. Just like a high-caste person, someone with high fate had a prestigious social standing but wasn’t inherently powerful.

However, Maria’s words suggested that fate was much more intricate than that. The idea that the Divine Dragon wasn’t born but could be achieved puzzled him even further. How could something of such high destiny not have a natural origin and yet be attainable in the future?

Morine felt completely adrift, unable to find any clues to make sense of it all.

At that moment, Maria flashed a reassuring smile and said, “Young Master, don’t fret too much. I’m still studying the Book of Changes. Perhaps with another breakthrough, I’ll unlock the secrets of the Divine Dragon’s fate.”

Morine felt a glimmer of relief. He realized that understanding something as complex as this couldn’t be rushed, so he decided to set aside the question of the Divine Dragon for now. Turning to Maria, he said, “Miss Clark, I have no further inquiries. As promised, I’ll give those three gentlemen a chance. Would you mind calling them over?”

been Maria’s loyal companion all his life, made their way up the stone steps

at the door and

a clear voice, Maria

the courtyard and saw Morine seated across from Maria, busy making tea by the stove. Approaching respectfully, they said, “Miss,

Wade has graciously granted you a chance and today, he

of them exchanged excited glances

they said, “We thank Mr. Wade for

had to interject, “Please, the three of you, get

parent-like tone, “You must not

witnessed Maria’s commanding presence. This delicate and well-behaved young woman now

urge them to stand up. He took out three pills and said, “These are Rejuvenation Pills. They can cure all ailments,