The Amazing Son In Law Chapter 36

Douglas’s new restaurant is situated in the development zone of Aurous Hill City.

This area, located far from the city center, is expansive and not densely populated. Charlie wondered why Douglas opted to open his restaurant here.

However, Claire mentioned that several major manufacturing companies, including big names like Foxconn, will soon establish their presence in the development zone, leading to increased activity in the area.

Thus, Douglas’s decision to open a restaurant here now actually seems quite savvy.

Douglas’s restaurant stands beside a broad, newly paved street. It appears quite spacious with its two-story design.

The establishment is called The Charm Restaurant, giving it a somewhat artistic flair.

As Charlie drove up to the restaurant, he noticed a line of cars parked out front, with several people gathered around a gleaming golden BMW sedan, chatting and smoking.

Charlie recognized these individuals as his former college classmates, though he had no meaningful connections with them.

He specifically remembered the leader of the group, Clinton Tucker, who was known as a wealthy second-generation student during their college days. He had always shown interest in Claire, but she had never reciprocated.

At that moment, Clinton Tucker leaned casually against his golden BMW, soaking in the compliments from his classmates.

A few male classmates marveled over his recently purchased sedan, exclaiming, “Gerald, you’re really living the dream! You graduated not long ago and you’re already driving a BMW! Is that a BMW 540? The top model of the 5 Series?”

Clinton Tucker chuckled and replied, “Oh, the 540 is merely a commuter vehicle worth around 700,000 to 800,000 dollars; it’s really nothing special.”

“Wow! A 540? That’s the priciest imported model in the 5 Series!”

“Hey, I want to get a BMW 1 Series that costs 200,000 dollars, but I can’t even save enough for the down payment. I really can’t compare to Gerald!”

“Gerald, your car must have serious power. It must be incredibly fast, right?”

Clinton Tucker grinned, “It’s good enough; I won’t find anyone on the street who poses a challenge.”

“That’s amazing! I wish I could have a BMW sedan. My girlfriend complains every day about how I can’t afford a car, and it’s gotten so frustrating!”

At that moment, someone noticed another BMW and exclaimed, “Oh, is this BMW also one of our classmates’ cars?”

“Oh my gosh! Isn’t that Charlie, that unfortunate loser?”

“It looks like Claire is in the passenger seat! Unbelievable, this gigolo can actually drive a BMW, it must be thanks to Claire!”

Clinton Tucker caught sight of Charlie in the car and scowled, “So it’s this loser! Lucky him!”

Someone then asked, “Hey, what model of BMW is he driving?”

Charlie had just maneuvered the car nearby and reversed into a parking space. Observing the 520 designation on the rear, Clinton Tucker laughed mockingly, “Tsk, a 520— the most basic version of the 5 Series! Only losers who try to show off drive that model!”

One of his friends nodded in agreement, saying, “Gerald’s is a top-of-the-line 5 Series, and his is the lowest model. Clearly, it can’t compare!”

Clinton Tucker scoffed, “I could buy two of his cars with what mine costs!”

“Gerald still is incredible!”

Just then, Charlie parked the car, and Claire along with Loreen got out.

Several boys turned their attention to them and greeted, “Oh, here come the two beauties of our class!”

Claire and Loreen exchanged polite greetings. Clinton Tucker looked at Claire, who seemed even more beautiful now, feeling a surge of jealousy.

Why is this happening?

In college, he had pursued Claire relentlessly, but she had never given him a second glance.

Now, she was married to a son-in-law living off his wife’s family and a man deemed completely useless!

It’s as if fate is mocking me!

He couldn’t help but sneer, “Hey Charlie, you’ve married into Claire’s family, and it seems like you’re treated quite well! Even driving a BMW! Did Claire’s family buy you that? You’re really setting an example for our generation on how to take shortcuts!”

Claire felt a touch of displeasure at this remark. Loreen quickly responded, “Clinton Tucker, you’re mistaken. This car was not bought by Claire’s family; Charlie purchased it himself!”

“Oh!” Clinton Tucker smirked. “Impressive, driving a 5 Series!”

He then deliberately challenged Charlie, “Tell me, since there aren’t many cars in this development zone and the entrance road is wide and straight, why not race and see who is faster?”

Charlie frowned, feeling a stir of anger towards Clinton Tucker.

Why is he provoking me without cause? I have no ties to him, and there are no grievances between us.

Besides, what’s the point in racing? His car is a BMW 760, the fastest premium model. Competing with me would be akin to bullying a child.

Clinton Tucker assumed Charlie was afraid and immediately derided him, “Hey, Charlie, are you still as scared as you were in college? What’s holding you back from a little competition? Are you saving on gas? Don’t worry, I can cover a tank of gas for you.”

Loreen protested, “Hey, Clinton Tucker, what’s your point? Your car is a BMW 540, and Charlie’s is a 520. The power difference is significant. Do you really think it’s fair to race?”

Clinton Tucker shrugged casually, “Ultimately, it’s about skill! A good car doesn’t necessarily mean it’s fast; it also depends on the driver’s ability and guts. I wonder if Charlie has the guts to race me? If he’s scared, he can just say so. After all, he’s never truly been a contender, and everyone knows it.”

Several people around him chimed in, “That’s right, if you’re scared, just admit it. There’s no shame in that.”

Charlie chuckled instead of getting upset, replying, “Clinton Tucker, we can race, but let’s not just talk about it, right? How about we make it interesting with some stakes?”

“Sure!” Clinton Tucker, worried that Charlie would back out of the challenge, jumped at the mention of stakes. He blurted out, “How about this: whoever loses has to kneel and bow to the other to apologize, what do you think?”

Charlie shook his head, “We’re adults here; I don’t think we should indulge in childish antics.”

Just then, Douglas emerged from the restaurant dressed in a suit with a large platter of firecrackers. Spotting Charlie, he hurried over with a smile, “Oh Charlie, glad to see you!”

Charlie nodded back with a smile, saying, “Congratulations on your new restaurant opening, Daokun!”

Douglas grinned, “Thank you, brother!”

Clinton Tucker coldly interjected, “Charlie, don’t change the subject. What do you think would be a suitable prize?”

Douglas looked on curiously, “What’s going on? What’s the trouble?”

Charlie smiled slightly, glancing at the large platter of firecrackers in Douglas’s hands, and asked, “Douglas, how many blasts are in your firecrackers?”

“30,000 blasts!” Douglas replied with a smile. “This platter cost quite a bit, over 600 per platter!”

Charlie nodded and proposed to Clinton Tucker, “How about this, let’s race and the loser has to take this platter of firecrackers and set them off in his car. What do you think?”