Back to the Past: Breaking the Love Spell



Chapter 644

From his attire, it was clear that Oscar had seen better days.

"Oscar, this is our boss, Carlisle Zahn," Wendell introduced them.

"Boss, this is Oscar Haynes."

Oscar extended his rough, scarred hand.

"Hello, boss..."

Carlisle shook Oscar's hand, feeling the calluses on his palm. It was evident that Oscar had kept up with his training even during his time off.

"Tonight is Christmas Eve. Let's all have an apple for peace and safety!" Carlisle said cheerfully, handing out apples from the sack.

Oscar took an apple and bit into it without hesitation.

Francis, receiving his apple, smiled and said, "I didn't expect the boss to celebrate holidays...

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Wendell, holding his apple in silence, was indifferent to celebrations. He never observed them.

Carlisle unlocked the door and said, "I'm not particularly interested in these holidays. My classmates gave me these apples, and I felt it was a waste to throw them away."

That day was Christmas Eve, and the day after would be Christmas Day. People celebrated Christmas Eve for various reasons-whether to spend joyful moments with friends or simply as a social activity. It didn't mean blind worship of foreign cultures but an open and inclusive attitude toward diverse cultures.

After everyone was seated, Carlisle took out a few bottles of water from the fridge and placed them on the coffee table.

He then sat across from Oscar and said, "I've got a good understanding of your situation. After retiring, you spent eight months recovering and then worked as an instructor at a security company for a monthly salary of 2,500 dollars."

Oscar nodded as he ate his apple.

"That security company doesn't provide meals or accommodation, so 2,500 dollars is all I get. Even if I spend 500 a month, I can only save 2000.

"It'll take years to pay back Wendell. I can wait, but I worry Wendell is eager to use that money to buy a house and settle down." vahe

He glanced at Wendell.

"He doesn't have Francis' looks, so finding a wife isn't easy for him."

"Good to know, but don't say it out loud. You're too discouraging!"

Wendell, initially stunned, quickly grew angry.noveldrama

"Who are you insulting?"

"Just stating facts," Oscar stated nonchalantly.

"Damn it. Let's go outside and settle this!"

Wendell rolled up his sleeves and stood up.

Oscar laughed.

"You can't beat me."

Wendell, who had been joking, now grew serious.

"Let's find a place and settle this. The loser has to call the winner 'dad'."

"Wendell, you might not be able to beat him. He's experienced battles and wars!" Francis interjected.

Wendell dejectedly sat back down at Francis' words. Oscar had fought in war-torn countries for years. He was a seasoned warrior who had survived numerous battles.

Carlisle chuckled and said, "Wendell, take Oscar to the company tomorrow and have him handle the security for Gareth, Owen, Sean, Logan, and Hank!"