The Amazing Son-in-Law: Chapters 1386-1390

Chapter 1386

"Yes!" Mrs. Lewis nodded, weeping. "Back then, I wasn't permanently stationed in Aurouss Hill, but in Highland Falls. One night, Steward Thompson sent someone to urgently bring me from Highland Falls to Aurouss Hill. With another Wade family member, I took over this orphanage. Within days, we replaced all the staff with Wade family members. After everything was arranged, I found you, per Steward Thompson's instructions, and brought you to the orphanage…"

Charlie Wade was extremely shocked! This was unbelievable—a story he'd heard since childhood.

He'd entered the orphanage at eight and lived there for ten years, unaware that all the staff were Wade family members? Had he unknowingly spent his childhood and adolescence under their supervision?

He couldn't accept this reality, but he knew Mrs. Lewis never lied. What was going on?

Suppressing his anger, he asked, "Auntie Lewis, why did you do this? Why hide my information? What was your purpose?"

Mrs. Lewis cried, "Master! Your parents' deaths weren't accidental; they were murdered!"

"What?!" Charlie Wade exclaimed. "My parents… were killed?"

Mrs. Lewis's eyes were red. "Do you remember? Your parents rented an old house in Aurouss Hill incognito, then changed your name so you could attend Aurouss Hill No. 1 Primary School…"

Charlie Wade nodded. "I remember my parents died in a car accident when I was in school. So you mean, they were murdered?"

"Yes!" Mrs. Lewis nodded. "Those who killed your parents faked the accident. They immediately tried to find you at Aurouss Hill No. 1 Elementary School to kill you, too. Steward Thompson arrived in time, apprehending them at a small gate in Aurouss Hill. He initially planned to keep them alive, but they all committed suicide by poison. He investigated further, discovering they were from overseas, but the trail went cold."

Charlie Wade asked, "Did he know who killed my parents?"

Mrs. Lewis said, "They couldn't identify the mastermind. Steward Thompson feared the perpetrators would still target you, so he hid your identity in Aurouss Hill. He sent us to run the Aurouss Hill Welfare Institute to protect and conceal you. We feared they wouldn't let you go!"

"Did the Wade family instruct Stephen Thompson?"

"No…" Mrs. Lewis shook her head. "Steward Thompson suspected the Wade family was involved, so he kept it from them."

Charlie Wade asked, "Then why did he suddenly contact me some time ago?"

Mrs. Lewis replied, "The master had been searching for you, believing you were missing. Last year, he planned his will and the butler, unwilling to exclude you, revealed your whereabouts. He hoped you'd return to Eastcliff and compete for the Wade family inheritance, knowing you might refuse. So, he sent a $10 billion gift…"

Charlie Wade asked, "Mrs. Lewis, your need for a kidney transplant… was that true?"

Mrs. Lewis vehemently shook her head. "Young master, it was a lie! I understand your nature. I needed to force you to accept the Wade family's money, so I used a false illness. I deceived you, and I beg your forgiveness!"

Chapter 1387

Mrs. Lewis's account was accurate. Charlie Wade had experienced both the best and worst of life. He'd come to see beyond material things.

Even without Claire Wilson, even still working construction, he'd have no regrets. Working hard was the best tribute to his parents. Money and status were irrelevant.

During his marriage to Claire, he faced humiliation, but never sought help from the Wade family. Even the Wilson family's repeated indignities didn't faze him. He remained calm amidst the turmoil.

However, Mrs. Lewis's "illness" shattered his composure. He was terrified of losing her—his savior, his surrogate parents.

He'd gone to the hospital for a kidney match, hoping to donate one. The match failed. He desperately sought money for a transplant. He'd even tried borrowing from Mrs. Wilson at her birthday party.

She'd cruelly refused, and the entire Wilson family ridiculed him. Then Stephen Thompson appeared, fueling his anger.

Even without knowing about his parents' murder, he always blamed the Wade family. Thompson, the Wade family's housekeeper, was the embodiment of that resentment.

So, he refused Thompson's offer to return home and inherit the family fortune, refusing the Emgrand Group and the $10 billion. He only relented when Thompson mentioned Mrs. Lewis needed $2 million to survive. He had no other choice.

He accepted the Emgrand Group and the $10 billion. His life took a dramatic turn. He never suspected it was a calculated scheme by Thompson and Mrs. Lewis, a ploy to force him to accept the Wade family's "gift."

He felt betrayed and deceived.

Chapter 1388

His anger was fleeting. He knew Thompson and Mrs. Lewis acted for his good. Without their protection, he might have died ten years ago. Thompson's dedication in replacing the entire Aurouss Hill Welfare Institute staff showed his care.

He supported Mrs. Lewis, saying gratefully, "Mrs. Lewis, you don't need to apologize. You and Steward Thompson saved my life. I should thank you."

Mrs. Lewis waved her hands. "Master, you're too kind. It was our duty."

Charlie Wade sighed. "Mrs. Lewis, I'm confused. I need to speak with Steward Thompson to clarify things."

Mrs. Lewis said, "Very well, young master!"

Charlie Wade said, "I'll leave now, Mrs. Lewis."

Mrs. Lewis said, "Master, I'll see you off!"

Charlie Wade waved his hand. "No, I'll go myself."

He bowed slightly and left. In the dean's office, hidden behind a curtain, a middle-aged man told the gray-haired Stephen Thompson, "Steward Thompson, the master is gone."

The man was the dean. Hearing this, Thompson sighed, "I didn't expect the young master to speak with Ms. Sun. I rushed here from Eastcliff, but I'm too late…"

The dean said, "Steward Thompson, something's unclear. Mrs. Lewis knew nothing. Why make her lie to the young master?"

He continued, "I suggested choosing a reliable servant to care for the young master, but you insisted on a volunteer like Mrs. Lewis. She’s the only staff member who knew nothing. Why make her lie? The young master would find nothing."

Stephen Thompson said, "I didn't want Wade family servants. If they’d been around him day and night, he might have discovered the truth. What if they slipped up? He was only eight. I couldn't let him know everything was orchestrated!"

"That's why he lived a simple life. I couldn’t give him more care. He was excluded, and I couldn't intervene…"

Thompson sighed, "If it weren't for his concern for Mrs. Lewis, I wouldn't know how to convince him to accept the old master's gift."

The dean worried, "The young master knows. He'll contact you, investigate his parents' murder, and might return to Eastcliff. Can he withstand the Wade family?"

Thompson said calmly, "The young master has a title in Aurouss Hill: 'True Dragon on Earth.' This shows he's no ordinary person. He can handle it!"

He continued, "The old master is still alive. I didn't want the young master to return so soon, but he met Ms. Sun… Sun's father and daughter will inevitably tell him the truth. It's better to reveal it. Besides, Mrs. Lewis is the closest to him. It's more effective coming from her. This will encourage him to return to Eastcliff!"

Thompson was in tears. "I haven't repaid the second son's debt. Let the young master avenge them. I can rest in peace!"

Chapter 1389

Thompson's phone rang—Charlie Wade. He wiped his tears and answered, "Master!"

Charlie Wade, outside the orphanage, said, "Steward Thompson, thank you for everything."

Thompson said, "Master, what are you saying? You misunderstand."

Charlie Wade said, "I just left the Aurouss Hill Welfare Institute."

Thompson said, "You returned to the orphanage, Master. It holds many memories."

Charlie Wade calmly said, "Don't pretend. Mrs. Lewis told me you orchestrated everything. I'll never forget it."

Thompson sighed, "Master, do you know everything?"

"Yes. I called to thank you."

Charlie Wade didn’t know the full truth, but he was thankful.

Thompson said, "Master, you're too kind. I failed to save your parents. I can't forgive myself…"

Charlie Wade said, "Besides thanks, I want to know who killed my parents. Do you have clues?"

Thompson sighed, "I've searched for years without success… The dead men had potassium cyanide capsules… This highly toxic substance, used by agents since WWI, is fatal with 0.1 gram. I saw them die, but I could do nothing. Their fingerprints were erased. We couldn't identify them."

Charlie Wade asked, "Suspects?"

Thompson said, "There's a 50% chance it was someone from the Wade family."

"Why?" Charlie Wade asked coldly.

Thompson said, "Your father was a rising star in the Wade family. He led the family to great heights, but made enemies. He had conflicts with Western families and was framed. He disagreed with the master and left in anger…"

"The master thought he was impulsive and wanted him to calm down, but then you and your mother died unexpectedly…"

"The master was deeply saddened. He wanted to find you and make you the next generation heir, due to guilt."

Chapter 1390

"But I feared someone in the Wade family would harm you. The old master is old, and he might not be able to protect you fully. So, I secretly settled you in Aurouss Hill and concealed your information. I didn't even let Orrin Sun know you were here."

Charlie Wade asked, "Why did you find me some time ago?"

Thompson said earnestly, "Master, the master's health has worsened. He's dissatisfied with the other sons. I told him you were alive. He was thrilled. He wants you to be his heir. The Emgrand Group and $10 billion were a test. The Wade family's trillions of wealth will be yours when you’re ready. I’ll be responsible for you!"

Charlie Wade said, "I know, Steward Thompson. For years, I've hated you."

Thompson said, "Master, I'm ashamed! Your father was kind to me. I will never hesitate to do anything for him!"

Charlie Wade said, "I'm not interested in the Wade family's assets, but I will investigate my parents' murder. Justice will be served."

Thompson was excited. "Master! You're the supreme in Aurouss Hill, the True Dragon on Earth. You can avenge your parents!"

Thompson cried. He was once Charlie Wade's father's assistant, and later redeemed by him from the clutches of gambling addiction, owing him a debt of gratitude.

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