Chapter 60: I Came, I Conquered (Patreon)

Back in the agency, everyone gathered in the hall and took their seats.

Charles began, "Ginny, report everyone's identities in the High Table as instructed by the adjudicator."

When John Wick heard that everyone's identities would be reported, he hesitated for a moment and asked, "BOSS, am I also going to become an adjudicator?"

He had a surprised tone, as he had never imagined himself becoming an adjudicator. Even during his prime as a legendary hitman, he had been Viggo's henchman, and the title of "Night Devil" was the extent of his reputation.

Becoming an adjudicator was something he had never considered.

Charles smiled and replied, "Yes, you're going to be an adjudicator just like everyone else."

"Actually, I promised Berrada to open a recovery room in his territory. You'll be responsible for Morocco, and since Sofia also works under Berrada, you can take care of her as well.”

“This way, you can help Berrada and Sofia resolve their misunderstandings. By the way, I've already treated Berrada's injuries on the same day you left."

Upon hearing that Charles had healed Berrada, John Wick smiled awkwardly and said, "Thank you, BOSS. I won't disappoint you."

Iruka and the others weren't particularly concerned about becoming adjudicators under the High Table, but they were pleased with Charles Doyle's elevation in status.

The increase in power and position for the person they pledged loyalty to made them happy.

If they thought of the High Table as a village without a Kage, then the Elders were like department heads, and Charles now held a position equivalent to a department head in a ninja village.

Charles Doyle's increased status and power were reasons for them to be happy.

On the other hand, Ginny, who had been reviewing the assets that Marktham had given to Charles, suddenly spoke up, "BOSS, you need to start making money quickly, unless you want to sell some of these assets."

Charles was momentarily surprised. He had just received a generous gift, so why would he need more money?

"Ginny, what's the reason?"

Ginny continued to review the documents and explained, "BOSS, the assets that Elder Marktham gave you also come with taxes. Most of them are properties, deeds, and estates, and while they are valuable, they also come with significant annual property taxes."

"Unless you're considering a violent tax resistance?"

Charles smirked lightly. It seemed that even in USA, death and taxes were inevitable.

"Additionally, the armed personnel left by Marktham require salaries and expenses for their training. Maintaining these properties and estates will also need money."

Suddenly realizing that he had acquired over a hundred more mouths to feed, Charles asked, "Ginny, how much cash do I have currently?"

Ginny pulled out her notebook and began reporting, "Currently, you have $30 million in cash, with $10 million of it coming from the mission Cross assigned to you."

"And there are the gold and jewelry items you had me sell previously, which are worth several million dollars. The exact value will need to be determined when they are traded."

"However, you had already made an appointment with the landlord next door to purchase his properties, which will also be an expense."

Listening to Ginny's report, Charles Doyle realized that he needed to start earning money. He then said, "After the banquet is over, I will release two more slots for recovery rooms in Casablanca and New York, and they will be auctioned off."

"At that time, the slots will provide a steady stream of income through fees and the pricing of the recovery rooms."

"I'm entrusting all of these tasks to you, Ginny."

"As for the armed personnel, they will be under your command temporarily, and you can manage their deployment as needed."

Hearing that Charles was giving her additional responsibilities and personnel, Ginny accepted without hesitation and nodded in agreement.

As for Iruka and the other three, they would be responsible for the tasks in the office and at the Continental Hotel in New York.

Since the hotel's missions had been integrated into the mission gathering hall, Charles felt comfortable letting them take on mission-related responsibilities.

Charles Doyle pondered for a moment before speaking, "Ginny, did Cross and his son receive the notification about us?"

Ginny, hearing Charles mention Cross and his son, replied, "BOSS, they are already waiting outside. I'll let them in."

Ginny then dialed a number on her phone, and shortly after, Cross entered with his son, Wesley, into Charles Doyle's office.

Cross brought his son to stand before Charles and knelt down on one knee, saying, "Respected Mr. Charles Doyle, I am willing to pledge my loyalty to you, and I bring my son, Wesley, to do the same."

Evidently, Cross had learned of Charles Doyle becoming an Elder of the High Table through Ginny. He understood that he was no longer just helping others but offering his loyalty to Charles.

Seeing the father and son kneeling before him, Charles Doyle's voice carried an air of authority as he accepted their loyalty, saying, "I accept the loyalty of both of you."

Cross and Wesley, having received Charles's acceptance, slowly rose to their feet. Cross then said, "BOSS, whatever you need us to do, just give us the orders."

Charles Doyle turned his attention to Wesley and asked, "Wesley, have you successfully completed your apprenticeship?"

Cross spoke up, "He has completed the initial stage, but he still needs more tasks to further develop."

Charles nodded and said, "I will report your identities to the High Table, and you will become adjudicators under my command. You and Wesley will be responsible for two regions where I plan to collaborate with the local Continental Hotels to establish recovery rooms."

Upon hearing about the recovery rooms, both Cross and Wesley were momentarily surprised but quickly responded, "We will follow your orders."

With everything settled, Charles looked at everyone and said, "Rest up, everyone. Be well-rested for the banquet tomorrow, where you will meet the leaders of various factions. It will be important for future missions."

Soon, everyone dispersed.

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The next day!

Sign-in!

Ding! System sign-in successful. Reward: 50 servings of delicious ramen!

Charles Doyle shook his head as he looked at today's sign-in reward. Delicious ramen was a good item, as it could restore stamina when eaten. However, what he needed more at the moment was system coins.

He closed the system interface, and soon, it was 1:00 PM.

Outside the Charles Doyle agency, the adjudicator arrived right on time, with three Rolls-Royce cars parked behind him.

"Lord Charles, please get in the car. The banquet is about to begin."

Charles nodded and, accompanied by his secretary, Ginny, got into one of the Rolls-Royce cars.

This time, Charles Doyle's party had grown from six to eight members.

Once everyone was in the car, it started, heading towards the New York Continental Hotel.

Today would be the day when Charles Doyle, a name renowned in the global underworld, would shine.