Chapter 120 – Showing off one’s skill in front of an expert “Apologies for the wait.” Melvin quickly descended the staircase, wearing a polite smile. He immediately spotted Andy, who was beaming, and the young man seated beside him. The young man wore a cream-coloured T-shirt, iron-grey jeans, and black Vans skate shoes. He looked clean and straightforward—no tattoos, bracelets, or rings. His style was simple and neat. His golden-brown curls were slightly tousled, revealing…

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Chapter 119 – Custom Suit The black four-door Audi sedan slowly came to a stop. The driver quickly got out and politely opened the door. Renly stepped out, raised his head, and took in the surrounding street view: red brick walls, tall oak trees, and lush green ivy climbing the walls. The air was filled with a serene atmosphere, completely devoid of the hustle and bustle of Manhattan. On either side of the street were…

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Chapter 118 – Empty buildings The conversation didn’t last long in the end, wrapping up in just under two hours, and Andy immediately got busy. The first task was to find a place for Renly to move into; Andy hoped Renly could move within the next three days, at the latest, five. After seeing Andy off, Renly didn’t linger in Pioneer Village but went straight home. He wasn’t tired since he had slept almost the…

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Chapter 117 – Preliminary Plan “Buried’” Renly was a bit surprised. Andy had visited three times today, clearly driven by the Emmy Awards, much like Fischer. However, Andy didn’t immediately bring up the Emmy Awards but focused instead on ‘Buried.’ This was certainly an unconventional approach, but it was also one of the reasons Renly had chosen Andy. Renly began talking about his latest project ‘Buried,’ and Andy listened attentively, even asking detailed questions about…

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Chapter 116 – Primary Tasks “Hey, buddy! Nicely done!” “Congratulations, congratulations! I knew you could do it!” “Go for it, man, go grab that Emmy and leave everyone in shock!” “Oh my God, this is unbelievable! Who’s the one that made those b*tches bow down? Who?” “Now that it’s the Emmys, is the next step the Grammys?” … As Renly entered Pioneer Village, everyone came up to greet him. Each person was eager to share…

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Chapter 115 – Three Visits to the Thatched Cottage (not edited) “Jonas, thank you for your help.” Renly closed the passenger door, and the truck, fully loaded with goods, wobbled away down the street. Turning around, Nathan stood two steps away, rubbing his hands with an awkward expression, unsure of what to do. This made Renly smile. “If you walk across the next street, the subway station is right at the corner. Or would you…

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Chapter 114 – Turning from guest to host Fischer sized up the newcomer before him, who had quietly risen to prominence. Although he sported a full beard, his handsome face still showed a hint of youthful naivety. The exuberance and recklessness of youth radiated from his features, yet his eyes were calm as water, exuding a composure and elegance beyond his years. It seemed as if all his brilliance had settled down, permeating every cell…

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Chapter 113 – Emmy nomination “Mr. Hall, please get in the car.” Concise and commanding, with an undeniable authority and determination, it was clear that this was someone used to giving orders from a position of power. However, Renly was not one to enjoy following commands. “Thank you for the invitation, Mr….” Renly paused, seemingly unable to recall the other person’s name, and thus used “Mr.” as a generic title. “My mother told me to…

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Chapter 112 – Picking up a stranger at the airport As his feet once again touched down on the tarmac of New York’s JFK International Airport, breathing in the air filled with floating particles of debris and feeling the weak sunlight, Renly had to admit that the familiarity always brought a sense of coming home. Truth be told, Renly didn’t like New York. It is too rainy, too snowy, and too windy. One hurricane could…

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Chapter 111 – Gorge Encounter The man not far away was burly, with a sturdy and robust build exuding the wild and rough nature of a Viking. His light brown curls appeared unruly, and his deep-set features carried a sense of ruggedness and wear. A scruffy beard covered most of his cheeks, yet it couldn’t hide the straightforwardness between his brows. At this moment, like Renly, he had a chalk bag hanging from his waist…

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