Mrs. Smith, on the side, listened with a trembling heart and choked out, "What should we do? My husband has always been diligent. How could he possibly violate the law and discipline!" Ivy was also very worried, but at the moment, they could only listen to Lawyer Lux's thoughts. "Lawyer Lux, do you have any suggestions?" Lawyer Lux took the materials handed over by his assistant. Because he had connections with the Brown family, Lawyer Lux's network was quite extensive. Therefore, he quickly dug up some dirt on Charlie in England. "This person has always been an elite in England. He was hired back to City A's First Hospital by the Alter Group at a high salary. In the past few years, he has grown very quickly. Besides the government's support, I believe there are other groups helping in the shadows." Ivy took the materials and examined them repeatedly, and various possibilities flashed through her mind. Feud with the Alter Group... "Is DT Investment helping in the background?" Ivy didn't know why, but subconsciously, she always felt that this matter had something to do with DT Investment. No one would hate the Alter Group as much as Cato Alter did. Otherwise, when Charlie returned to the country, he should have taken the initiative to reconcile with the Alter Group instead of tearing his face apart. Everyone turned their eyes to Shawn in unison. The man remained expressionless. "Mr. Tate, you haven't been with the company for long, and you've always been a part-time consultant. Perhaps you don't know much about the company's situation. I am an old-timer. Let me explain this matter to everyone,"Luke said. Shawn nodded silently. Assistant Luke cleared his throat. "Actually, I heard Lawyer Brown and Mr. Cato Alter mention him occasionally in their meetings. They sometimes bring up the name Charlie. At that time, I didn't think much about the relationship. Now it seems, it should be him." "Well, in that case, Mr. Tate and I will have an emergency meeting with Mr. Cato Alter. If Mr. Cato is willing to explain, I will arrange for you as soon as possible." Since everyone did not refuse, Assistant Luke quickly dragged Shawn to another room. There, Sanders had already connected with Jasson Brown. Seeing Shawn on the screen, Jasson quickly said, "Shawn, I've transferred the information to Luke's phone. This Charlie has long been colluding with British forces. Over the years, he's been helping you deal with the Alter Group while secretly recruiting and developing spy activities." From the beginning to now, Shawn was calmer than anyone expected. "He risked his life for us in England, and our bond was deep. There was no sign of any problems when we cooperated with him back then. Now, it seems he must have defected in City A." He turned to Sanders "What have you found in the past hour?" Sanders said, "Mr. Tate, I couldn't find any information about him being threatened. So, I'm absolutely certain that Charlie defected voluntarily." "Well, that's really bad." Jasson complained in the video call, "He knows what Shawn looks like, and we have photos together. If he panics and reveals everything..." Jasson's words made everyone instantly uneasy. Actually, it didn't matter if he disclosed it; after all, Mr. Cato preferred to keep a low profile, avoiding drawing too much attention. But now it was different! Ivy didn't know yet! "If he wanted to expose it, he would have done it already!" Shawn massaged his temples, carefully reviewing everything that had happened over the years. After a while, he said, "Now it seems he probably thinks I still don't know about his affairs." For so many years of careful planning, Shawn had always managed to stay ahead without anyone noticing. He never expected to feel a sense of frustration today, an unprecedented frustration. "Luke, go and make an appointment with him. Tell him that someone is seeking my help to rescue Professor Smith. I hope he can assist." For the current situation, the only solution was to lure him out, ensuring that he wouldn't have any chance to resist. Luke quickly went to arrange it. To avoid prolonging the night and considering the time difference, he used the urgency of the matter as a reason to set up a dinner appointment with Charlie that evening. The location was at Tate's residence. Charlie knew about Shawn's inconvenient mobility and didn't think too much about it, agreeing to the dinner. After arranging the meeting with Charlie, Shawn found a way to leave the hotel.Ivy continued to discuss possible solutions with the lawyer and Professor Smith. Soon, it was dark outside. Charlie, as agreed, headed to Tate's residence. As soon as he entered the foyer, he walked towards Shawn with a beaming smile, hugging him. "Shawn, it's been a year since we last met." To avoid revealing their identities, their work communications were mostly done through intermediaries or by phone. Shawn looked at the person in front of him with a deep gaze, reminiscing about the times when they had fought side by side in the England, sharing everything. When did he change? But when he thought about it, even his biological father wanted to kill him. What could he expect from this brother who had only shared hardships in their youth? Thinking of this, he sighed softly in his heart. A faint smile appeared on his lips. "Long time no see, please have a seat." Following his words, Charlie sat down. Looking at the surroundings, he commented, "This house has good interior. I heard it was chosen by Jasson. After all these years, he still prefers you." "He is our mutual best friend. He respects both of us." "But I feel he likes you more," Charlie said with a smile, his sexy peach blossom eyes showing no trace of amusement. At this moment, Luke, the assistant, approached with dishes freshly cooked by the chef. "I must say, you two have a great partnership, and Jasson just like a bonus," he teased, unveiling a delicious sight of fresh and elegant French foie gras. Charlie's smile widened, and he echoed, "Agreed, Shawn knows exactly what I want." The clinking of utensils and the rustling of clothing filled the vast dining room as the two men stared at each other in silence. Finally, it was Charlie who broke the silence, "Wasn't I supposed to come over to see if there's any way to make Professor Smith confess? Why did it end with just a sentence?" Shawn looked up and met his gaze. "Do you have a better method?" "No," Charlie frowned, pretending to be naive. "You also know, Tanya is the people from Alter Group, for the current situation, it's best if Professor Smith confesses as soon as possible. Then I can get the hospital to issue a letter of forgiveness, and he might get a lighter sentence." Shawn wiped his mouth with a dining napkin, a deep and inscrutable smile playing on his thin lips. "Do you also believe he really took bribes?" "Isn't it the case?" Charlie continued to play innocent. "Look at the entire hospital; he has the most power. Tanya is scolded by him every day. How could it be Tanya?" Shawn held his knife and fork, silently. Charlie put the last piece of foie gras into his mouth and asked Luke, the assistant, "What about the next dish? Wine?" Luke sneered, "Mr. Charlie, tonight's dinner ends here." "What do you mean?" Charlie's body stiffened. "The dishes you eat tonight, depends on your sincerity. Since you have no sincerity, it means there is no need to continue this meal." "Luke, what do you mean?!" Charlie slammed the table and stood up, turning to Shawn. "He has been with you for so many years, becoming more and more lawless." Shawn swayed his wine glass, meeting his questioning gaze with a cold smile. "When the foie gras arrived, my people in England had already broken into your home. The question I asked you just now, and your answer, all determine whether we release your wife and children. Now that you're here, I want you to take good care of them for a while." "Cato Alter!" Charlie clenched his fists, his eyes filled with hatred. "You know?!" The obvious question needed no further explanation. Shawn gestured for Luke to play the video sent from England for them to watch. As the video played, Charlie's family was shown tied to chairs, frantically shaking their heads at the camera. "Shawn, I told you the password to my house not to let you in to harm my wife and children!" Despite Charlie's insults, Shawn remained expressionless. Finally, after Charlie shouted until he had no strength left, he slumped back into his seat, glaring at Shawn with eyes full of resentment. "What do you want for you to let them go?" Shawn, holding the teacup handed over by Luke, took a sip and asked in return, "What do you think?" But at the next moment, Charlie sneered. "Shawn, don't think that just because you have evidence, I have none." Shawn, calm and composed, gestured for him to continue. Amidst the silent atmosphere, Charlie threatened, "If I tell Ivy about your identity, guess how she will..."Before Shawn could react, his assistant behind him laughed, "Mr. Charlie, these years at the First Hospital in City A, those sugar-coated bullets seem to have corroded your brain." At Charlie's changed expression, he continued, "What does it mean? Mr. Charlie, up until now, I have addressed you respectfully as Mr. Charlie due to our past camaraderie. But our relationship only goes this far. I advise you not to be too arrogant. If Mr. Tate decides to act, we will express-deliver one of their fingers tomorrow!" "Shawn, you son of bitch!" ***