The Man in Power After Being Married into Her Family novel Chapter 5916

Charlie sighed and said, “I didn't find any concrete clues, and I was persuaded to turn back when I was halfway there.”

Keith asked in surprise, “Persuaded? Who persuaded you to turn back?”

Charlie replied, “Grandpa, it's a long story. Let's go inside and talk slowly.”

Keith readily agreed. “Okay, let's go in and talk.”

Charlie and the Acker family members entered the villa and settled in the dining room. Since there were no outsiders present, Charlie truthfully recounted his recent trip to Mount Tason and disclosed Stephen's situation.

Upon hearing that Charlie was persuaded back by a fake abbess from Quiant Monastery, everyone was greatly shocked. They couldn't believe that someone had anticipated Charlie's actions and waited for him while he was on the way up Mount Tason. What was even more surprising was that Stephen, who had silently guarded Charlie for nearly twenty years, actually served another master.

After Charlie was done speaking, his uncle, Christian, asked incredulously, “Charlie, did Stephen really disappear without a trace?”

Charlie nodded and said, “Yes. His cell phone has been turned off, and his whereabouts are unknown.”

“My goodness!” Christian exclaimed as he shuddered, “Stephen hid really well! Although I don't know what his intentions are, fortunately, he and the master he serves mean no harm to you, Charlie. Otherwise, the consequences would be unimaginable!”

Keith furrowed his brows and said, “I've heard of Stephen. From what I know, he was absolutely loyal to Curtis. How could he be serving another master?”

Charlie was equally puzzled as he said, “I've been in contact with Mr. Thompson for quite some time and haven't noticed anything out of place. Now, I can't figure out anything at all.”

Charlie smiled helplessly and said, “The only clue has been cut off, so I'm not bothered by him anymore. I believe when the time is right, he will come out from hiding and meet me.”

Charlie then changed the subject and said, “By the way, Grandpa, I have a friend who can arrange for the authorities to endorse the Ackers. However, since it's an official endorsement, there must be real economic cooperation. If you're willing, you can make more investments in Oskia. My friend can strive for the highest level of strategic cooperation for the Ackers. This way, with official endorsement, the Qing Eliminating Society definitely will not dare to harm the Ackers in Oskia. What do you think of this proposal?”

Keith immediately said without hesitation, “Of course, no problem! Staying in hiding like this all the time isn't a long-term solution. Once we can achieve the highest level of economic cooperation, it will be equivalent to getting a talisman. The Ackers can operate openly in Oskia, and by then, we can gradually shift the focus of our business from the United States to Oskia, which will also contribute to Oskia’s development!"

When Charlie saw that his grandfather had no objections, he said, “Grandpa, if you're free, I'll ask my friend to accompany you to Eastcliff as soon as possible to discuss the details of the investment and finalize the details of this strategic collaboration and make them public as soon as possible.”

“Okay!” Keith eagerly agreed, adding, “I can go anytime! The sooner, the better!”