DRAINED BY WINE AND LUST
Guys pls don't be annoyed chapter 1-10 have been mistakingly combined together
Belle, what are you talking about?" Michelle Allen turned around, her expression becoming a bit fierce as she looked at Belle.
"Other kids have parents like that," Belle pouted.
"Belle, Dad has things to do. We're running out of time, so I have to go now. Bye!" Chasel Mills quickly waved goodbye and hurried out the door, shutting it behind him.
He had a feeling that if he stayed any longer, Belle might come up with even bolder ideas. Michelle would definitely end up getting angry with him.
With that thought, a wry smile crossed Chasel's face. He had always been able to scare off his enemies, but today, facing his own daughter, he almost lost his composure.
As Chasel Mills exited the neighborhood where Michelle lived, he spotted a Hummer parked at the entrance.
Leaning against the Hummer was a tall, striking young woman exuding an air of confidence and strength. She wore a black trench coat draped over her arm.Upon seeing Chasel, the woman straightened up and quickly walked toward him, saying, "Aurelian, the weather has turned chilly. Your health hasn't fully recovered yet; don't catch a cold."
Chasel cleared his throat and smiled. "I'm fine. If my body were that fragile, I would have died countless times by now. How could I still be here?"
However, even though he said that, Chasel Mills didn't refuse when Suzaku draped the trench coat over his shoulders.
"Where to now, Aurelian?" Suzaku asked they got into the car.
"Let's head to Xiangti Villa," Chasel Mills replied softly, furrowing his brow. It was late, and his adoptive parents were likely already asleep.
Xiangti Villa!
Located in the northern part of Verdant City, near Fragrant Mountain, it was the most upscale villa community in the area. The vast grounds were filled with fresh air and a beautifully maintained ecological environment, having cost a fortune to develop.
Although it was called a villa community, from a distance, it looked more like a large park.
Not only that, but the modern facilities were also top-notch. There was a golf course, a gym, an outdoor swimming pool, a man-made beach, and even boating on the lake. They even had a small horse ranch. It was truly the epitome of luxury.
Most people would spend their entire lives working hard and still not be able to afford a bathroom in Xiangti Villa. Those who lived there were either incredibly wealthy or of high status!
However, when Suzaku drove Chasel Mills to Xiangti Villa, Chasel felt little excitement. For someone who had seen life and death, these material possessions were nothing but external trappings.
Well, whether good or bad, it was just a place to stay.
After arriving at the villa he had purchased for nearly fifty million at Suzaku, it was already ten o'clock at night.
To Chasel Mills's surprise, he noticed that in the yard of the neighboring villa, there were two people—a young woman and an elderly man—meditating under a large tree.While it was described as an old man and a young woman, that might not be entirely accurate. It was more like an elderly gentleman and a strikingly beautiful young lady, both breathing in sync under the moonlight filtering through the leaves. Their rhythm was steady.
Upon seeing this, Chasel Mills felt a bit taken aback. He recognized at a glance where their technique originated from! Only special operations personnel were permitted to be taught such practices.
At the same time, the elderly man seemed to notice Chasel's gaze and opened his eyes, looking somewhat surprised. Who had moved into this villa?
However, the old man quickly noticed that Chasel's complexion was a bit pale. While an ordinary person might not detect it, someone of his caliber could easily tell that Chasel's steps, though appearing steady, were actually unsteady. His aura was weak, giving the impression that he was drained, as if his spirit had been sapped away.
Moreover, Chasel was accompanied by a strikingly beautiful young woman, exuding confidence and charm.
The old man couldn't help but speak up,"Young man, your body belongs to you. Don't let the pursuit of pleasure lead you to excess and drain your vitality. Once your essence is harmed, no amount of supplements will help you recover!"
Chasel Mills was taken aback.
Suzaku, who was a step behind him, felt a rare blush creep onto her cheeks. However, she was about to defend Chasel against the old man's misunderstanding when he raised a hand to stop her.
"You are right, sir!" Chasel nodded in gratitude.
This old man seemed to be a retired soldier, and Chasel accepted his wise words without hesitation. Seeing that Chasel was sincere, the old man nodded in satisfaction. At least he could still listen; he wasn't a complete wastrel, and there was hope for him yet.
After Chasel and Suzaku entered the villa, a young woman beside the old man, Remi, spat out, "Grandpa, I think he's just saying that to save face. Otherwise, why would he bring a woman home so late? It's just shameless."
The old man shook his head and replied softly "focus on ur meditation and calm ur mind The next morning, at six o'clock, Chasel Mills woke up on time. It was a habit he had maintained for a long time.
"Aurelian, I've prepared your workout clothes!"
After getting out of bed, Chasel Mills heard Suzaku's voice.
"Great!" Chasel replied.
After freshening up, Chasel changed into his sports outfit, and by then, Suzaku was already ready.
"Suzaku, since you have some free time lately, why don't you go home for a visit? You could use a break," Chasel suggested.
Suzaku had once held a high-ranking position in the Northern Region. Now, after retiring and joining the Aurelian system, she led the Suzaku unit. After years of facing danger alongside Chasel,she rarely had time to relax. Chasel thought it was about time she took a trip home and didn't have to stick by his side all the time.
"Aurelian, is that an order?" Suzaku asked, suddenly serious.
"No!" Chasel shook his head.
"Then I won't listen. I want to stay by your side and take care of you. Even if you really want to send me away, it should be after you've fully recovered and regained your strength," Suzaku said with a playful smile.
To be able to follow a man like"Aurelian Mills," a living legend of their time, was a privilege that many could only dream of.
If it weren't for the fact that she was a girl and needed to be more considerate, it might not even be her turn to take care of Chasel Mills during his return home.
Hearing this, Chasel Mills smiled and shook his head, "Suit yourself!"
With Suzaku by his side, he certainly felt more at ease.
Soon, Chasel Mills and Suzaku left the villa to start their morning workout.
A ten-kilometer run was Chasel Mills' basic routine.
After finishing the run, when Chasel Mills and Suzaku returned to the villa, they noticed the elderly man and a young woman from the neighboring villa already in the yard. This time, instead of practicing breathing exercises, they were performing a set of martial arts moves.
Their movements were powerful and explosive!
"Wow, you guys are up so early!" The young woman exclaimed, surprised to see Chasel Mills and Suzaku jogging back.In her eyes, Chasel Mills was just a spoiled rich kid from one of Verdant City's wealthy families, living a life of indulgence. She couldn't believe he was up and running after a night of partying.
Despite her surprise, she still felt a strong dislike for Chasel Mills and his privileged lifestyle.
"Just doing some morning exercises!" Chasel Mills replied with a smile.
Recognizing the two fighters, Chasel Mills noted that the set of punches they were practicing was a basic combat style used in the military. It was called "Battle Fist," focusing primarily on practical application rather than flashy moves.
The young woman didn't seem to pick up on anything significant, but the elderly man caught the mention of "morning exercises." He couldn't help but glance at Chasel Mills a few more times. Although there was moonlight last night, the darkness had made it hard to see clearly. Today, however, the old man noticed some differences.
While Chasel's breath was somewhat unsteady, it wasn't due to the effects of drinking as the old man had initially suspected; it seemed more likely that he was injured."Old man, from the way you practice this Battle Fist, I assume it's the original version, right?" Chasel Mills paused and addressed the elder.
"You know about Battle Fist?" A hint of surprise flickered in the old man's eyes.
"Yes, but I suggest you stop practicing this version. There are issues with it," Chasel said kindly.
"Issues? What issues?" The old man's expression darkened, feeling that Chasel Mills was insulting the "Battle Fist."
As a retired veteran with countless battles under his belt, he would not tolerate anyone disrespecting the art of combat.
"This version of Battle Fist is decades old. It solely emphasizes brute force and killing techniques. The deeper you practice it, the more harm it does to your body. Nowadays..."
Chasel Mills spoke slowly, but before he could finish, he was interrupted by a young woman. "What do you know? A guy whose body is drained by booze and women dares to talk about the problems in boxing?"
She felt a deep disdain for Chasel Mills and his spoiled rich kid attitude.