The Charismatic Charlie Wade

Judging solely from Morgana’s return behavior, Jagoan and Maria struggled to discern her intentions.

Maria, in particular, fretted over the possibility that Morgana hadn’t truly departed Shiwan when she left here, but rather sought a new destination.

So, she turned to Jagoan and said, “Sir, my father once mentioned that the stone chamber where my master journeyed westward vanished without a trace. He suspected that our master must have wielded formidable magical powers to relocate or conceal that chamber. Morgana’s arrival in Shiwan Mountain this time, most likely, pertains to unraveling the secrets of that stone chamber.”

Jagoan nodded thoughtfully and replied, “I share your sentiments. It seems unlikely that Morgana would hastily depart Shiwan Mountain. Perhaps she has stumbled upon fresh leads.”

Maria, wearing a concerned expression, added, “If Morgana indeed discovers a means to augment her power through her master’s remnants or acquires elixirs and magical artifacts of value to her, her strength could become even more formidable.”

Jagoan contemplated the matter and said, “Back then, if Morvel Bazin managed to pass that ring to your father before his demise, it implies that he had insights into Morgana’s character. He must have taken precautions accordingly.”

He then continued, “Although Morgana failed to retrieve Morvel Bazin’s relics and legacy in the past, despite the passage of three centuries, I believe she still can’t overcome the safeguards he established against her.”

Maria nodded in agreement and murmured, “Let’s hope you’re right…”

***

Meanwhile, Morgana continued her westward journey without a hint of stopping.

Simultaneously, Jagoan received news that Morgana’s Boeing 777 flight to Myanmar had taken off. According to civil aviation data, the plane’s destination was nearly 200 kilometers from Shiwan Mountain, a state airport.

Observing that the van Morgana had been traveling in was also en route to the airport, Jagoan suddenly exclaimed, “Morgana is leaving China!”

Maria asked in astonishment, “Why is she departing in such haste? Has she already located her master’s possessions?”

Jagoan shook his head and replied, “I can’t say for sure, but Morgana’s abrupt departure doesn’t seem consistent with typical behavior following a major discovery.”

He continued, “As I mentioned earlier, Morvel Bazin was likely wary of her even before his passing. There’s no logical reason for her to have found his relics so swiftly. I suspect Morgana has a hidden agenda for leaving so abruptly.”

Maria furrowed her brow in confusion and mumbled, “Sir, I can’t help but feel that something doesn’t quite add up here. There’s an element of irrationality.”

her, “We’re merely speculating from a distance. To truly understand the

“Since Morgana is intent on leaving, let’s follow suit. Her plane is due to arrive the Interlocken airport in about two hours. We should rush to the airport and fly to Interlocken. Perhaps we can

hesitation, affirmed, “All members of

said, “I’ll arrange for the

Maria boarded a

time, Jagoan forwent the cloak-and-dagger approach of using Isaac Cameron’s shell and renting a private jet. Instead, he utilized

about Morgana uncovering their actions; thus, discretion

prepared in advance. She sat in the VIP lounge, her anxiety and unease causing her leg

mind, the haunting words of Morvel Bazin resounded

four words cast a profound shadow over the depths of her soul. Unable to contain herself, she replayed the entire

Lucius’s induction as disciples of Morvel, reflecting, “In retrospect, Master never placed great importance on me and Lucius. If it weren’t for the rebel army

beyond and partly with the hope that we could serve his people. He never truly considered us genuine disciples…”

cover of darkness, tens of thousands of rebel cavalrymen launched a relentless assault, relentlessly pursuing the remnants of their foes whom they were

army attire, brandishing rebel flags, and sporting distinctive Manchu queues that set them apart from the

of China suffered heavy losses, retreating while battling, with casualties mounting. Eventually, Lucius Clark and Morgana found themselves

the steep terrain and thick forests, the cavalry

“Listen! Surrender now, and I, Gartu, will spare your lives. Refuse, and if I catch you, you’ll be taken to the

woods, her shoulder bearing the painful burden of an arrow wound inflicted by a rebel cavalry archer during

wound that festered with black, foul-smelling pus. Every jolt sent waves of excruciating pain through Morgana’s body, causing her to almost collapse uncontrollably.

would transform into a festering scourge, spreading ulcers across her body within days and robbing her of

step, Morgana knew

tears and uttered, “Lucius, save yourself! I can’t

brother I would protect you. Even if it means giving my life, I will not abandon you. I won’t face your brother without fulfilling that

be afraid. If there’s truly no escape for both of us, promise me that you’ll grant me

firmly, “Morgana, fear not. If we find ourselves with no recourse, I will grant you the mercy you seek. We will confront those rebel fiends to the bitter end, and I

Gartu and his men drew nearer, spotting the telltale trail

you shall face the consequences. When you

fear and fury, cried out, “Even if I become a specter, I won’t allow you fiends to go

cold laugh, “Your Ming Dynasty? Your Ming Dynasty is on the brink of annihilation at our hands! From now on, this land belongs to us Manchus! All Chinese people who defy the Manchu shall meet