{"id":701,"date":"2026-01-22T09:10:23","date_gmt":"2026-01-22T09:10:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/kezpres.xyz\/novelreading\/?p=701"},"modified":"2026-01-22T09:10:23","modified_gmt":"2026-01-22T09:10:23","slug":"the-amazing-son-in-law-the-charismatic-charlie-wade-chapter-62","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/kezpres.xyz\/novelreading\/the-amazing-son-in-law-the-charismatic-charlie-wade-chapter-62\/","title":{"rendered":"The Amazing Son In Law (The Charismatic Charlie Wade) Chapter 62"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Most importantly, he needed to find a way to mend his reputation among his former college friends. After being humiliated by Charlie not once, but twice, how could he ever flaunt his success in front of them again?<\/p>\n

As he contemplated ways to regain his dignity, a sudden uproar erupted at the restaurant\u2019s main entrance.<\/p>\n

The commotion drew the attention of everyone inside, who turned to see what was happening.<\/p>\n

A gang of young men, each sporting ominous expressions and tattoos covering their arms and bodies, stormed into the restaurant. They wielded baseball bats and galvanized pipes, making it clear they were not there for a meal.<\/p>\n

The sight horrified everyone, particularly Douglas and Lily, whose faces were etched with fear.<\/p>\n

The leader of the group, a man with a prominent scar across his face, stepped forward. He surveyed the room before fixing his gaze on Douglas with a sinister grin. \u201cBoss, why didn\u2019t you come over to greet us before the opening ceremony? Are we invisible to you?\u201d<\/p>\n

Lily\u2019s face went pale as she managed a forced smile. \u201cW-What do you want from us?\u201d<\/p>\n

Before the opening, Lily had heard whispers of protection racketeers operating in the area. The previous owner of the restaurant had been harassed by these thugs to the point of bankruptcy, leading him to sell the establishment.<\/p>\n

Despite this, Lily had decided to rent the place at a bargain, believing that these criminals wouldn\u2019t dare to be brazen enough to demand money in broad daylight.<\/p>\n

However, she never imagined that the gangsters would show up at their opening event!<\/p>\n

With a chilling grin, Scarface declared, \u201cIf you want to run a business here, you\u2019ll need to get on good terms with our boss, Bill the Bear. We don\u2019t ask for much\u2014just 20% of your profits, and you\u2019ll have our protection for good. Just give us a call if you ever need help.\u201d<\/p>\n

Then, with a cold tone, Scarface added, \u201cBut if you refuse, I\u2019m afraid we\u2019ll ensure your restaurant is out of business starting today!\u201d<\/p>\n

Douglas and Lily exchanged anxious glances, their hearts racing at the mention of the exorbitant fee.<\/p>\n

A twenty percent cut? It felt like outright robbery in broad daylight!<\/p>\n

\u201cYou have a minute to decide,\u201d Scarface said ominously.<\/p>\n

That\u2019s when Clinton spotted an opportunity to play the hero!<\/p>\n

He jumped up, declaring, \u201cWho is your boss?\u201d<\/p>\n

Scarface\u2019s grin turned menacing. \u201cAnd who might you be? Why would I tell you that?\u201d<\/p>\n

Clinton shot back, \u201cI\u2019ll have you know my father has connections with both the legal authorities and the underworld in Aurous Hill! I\u2019ll call the developer\u2019s boss right now!\u201d<\/p>\n

Scarface\u2019s demeanor shifted slightly, eyeing him with caution. \u201cYou know him?\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cOf course!\u201d Clinton boasted, \u201cYou\u2019d better leave if you don\u2019t want trouble!\u201d<\/p>\n

Scarface frowned, his agitation evident. \u201cWell, if you can get me someone to talk to, I might just let this slide. But if you can\u2019t, you\u2019re going to regret it!\u201d<\/p>\n

Lily shot a nervous glance at Clinton and pleaded, \u201cPlease, make the call!\u201d<\/p>\n

Clinton offered a faint smile. \u201cDon\u2019t worry, I\u2019ll call him right now!\u201d<\/p>\n

Clinton\u2019s father had some projects in the redevelopment zone, which meant Clinton often interacted with the developer\u2019s head. That was why he felt confident.<\/p>\n

He pulled out his phone, dialed a number, and spoke with an air of arrogance, \u201cMr. Lee, why are there protection racketeers in the redevelopment zone? They\u2019ve even come to my friend\u2019s restaurant!\u201d<\/p>\n

On the other end, Mr. Lee\u2019s voice trembled as he replied, \u201cOh, Clinton, what\u2019s going on?\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cA friend of mine just opened a restaurant, and some gangsters barged in to demand a protection fee. Can you do something about it?\u201d<\/p>\n

After a brief silence, Mr. Lee finally said, \u201cI\u2019m sorry, Clinton, but that\u2019s not within my purview. I\u2019m in a meeting right now, bye.\u201d<\/p>\n

Before Clinton could respond, the call ended abruptly.<\/p>\n

Clinton was left in shock.<\/p>\n

What just happened? Mr. Lee had previously sought to curry favor with his father for more investment from Emgrand Group, so why was he so quick to dismiss him now?<\/p>\n

Unbeknownst to Clinton, word had spread through the business community in Aurous Hill that his father had been fired from Emgrand Group!<\/p>\n

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