The Charismatic Charlie Wade

Chapter 5523

Without wasting any time, Jagoan promptly forwarded the photo to Hogan through WeChat, accompanying it with a recorded message, “Uncle Hogan, can you identify the individual standing next to my father?”

Hogan’s response was swift, a voice message crackling back, “Young Master, I’ve met the man in the picture before. His English name is Peter Cole. Though I can’t claim great familiarity with him, I know he’s a Chinese antique dealer with close ties to your father.”

As soon as Jagoan learned that Hogan was acquainted with the man, he wasted no time in dialing him up. As the call connected, he inquired with urgency, “Uncle Hogan, could you furnish me with a detailed introduction of this Peter Cole?”

Hogan obliged, “Peter Cole hails from a family entrenched in the overseas antique trade, primarily centered in Europe and the United States. Aside from the US, they have a presence in the UK and France. They’ve garnered some renown in the European and American antique circles.”

He appended, “The photo you sent is of Peter Cole’s emporium in New York. It’s said to be the first establishment the Cole family set up, so it’s rather modest and unassuming.”

Jagoan probed further, “Uncle Hogan, when was the last time you crossed paths with Peter Cole?”

Hogan reminisced, “It’s been quite a while. He dropped by a few times when I had my roast goose joint in Chinatown. Then, it seemed he thought I’d left New York, and we lost touch.”

Curiosity piqued, Hogan ventured, “Young Master, are you planning to seek out Peter?”

Jagoan responded calmly, “I intend to. When I’m in New York, my first stop will be his antique store. It’d be a stroke of luck if you could help me locate him.”

Without hesitation, Hogan offered, “Young Master, let me accompany you. I know New York well, and I’ve met Peter on several occasions.”

Jagoan inquired about Hogan’s availability, to which he quickly assured, him, “No problem at all. I was planning to report to the Young Master in Aurous Hill. My family matters are sorted now.”

Jagoan mulled it over before deciding, “Very well, then. What time can you depart?”

me, even today. I’ll start arranging the flight

trouble. I’ll ask Mr. Lombardo to arrange a

“Young Master, Mr. Lombardo has already provided my lodging and expenses. I’ll

courtesy. No need to be overly deferential. Besides, I’m not well-acquainted with him. He’s like a car parked on a hill, requiring constant vigilance. The handbrake must never falter, it must be checked and tightened as needed, lest the car rolls back at the slightest

believe… He’s

handle

Hogan relented, “Then I’ll defer to the

there. I plan to depart from Aurous Hill to New York tonight. Uncle Hogan, no need to fret. Just pack your belongings and tidy up your place. Once settled, head to the airport this evening. We’ll meet

Hogan affirmed, “I’ll

the plan with Hogan, Jagoan promptly reached

instructed him to arrange a private plane departing for Aurous Hill at nine o’clock that

***

Jagoan escorted Maria to bid farewell to Jagoan

heading to New York tonight, and you’ll only have

Hill. The main purpose is to meet my grandparents and extended family, update them on recent events, and see if

Master’s wife is currently in

confirmed. “I’ve asked Miss Joules from the Joules family to bring

“But I don’t plan to inform her about

Maria probed, “Why keep it from her? Isn’t it better for husband

States involves not only finding Peter Cole but also seeking information about the Preface to the Apocalyptic Book from my parents. I’m uncertain if the Warriors Den is aware and to what extent. It’s a sensitive and perilous mission, so

labyrinth. And given the circumstances surrounding your grandparents’ family, it’s best to err on the side of caution. The Warriors

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