ine certainly had no desire to be just Charlie’s pet, constantly seeking approval.


    However, her current predicament felt far too humiliating.


    With the familycking financial resources, she found herself nearly broke and without means. The opulent Thompson First vi still belonged to Charlie, leaving her with no im to it.


    To make matters worse, after losing over 2 million dors in a game to Hannah, ine was acutely aware of her diminished standing within the family. Even Jacob, who had always been infatuated with her, had turned against her. In such a scenario, she realized she had no leverage to act superior.


    Thus, ine understood that she could only act submissively and needed to keep Charlie on her side. If he decided to cut ties with her, she would be left with nothing.<h3 style="background-color:DodgerBlue">


    Moreover, since Charlie still sought her opinion on expensive cosmetics, she seized the opportunity to tter him.


    ire was taken aback when Charlie proactively inquired about cosmetics from her mother. Feeling exasperated, she asked him, “My husband, why haven’t I heard that you have friends in the cosmetics business?”


    Charlie grinned and replied, “Ever since I started offering Feng Shui consultations, my circle has expanded significantly. How else would Ie to know Liam, the owner of Oracle Pharmaceutical? If it weren’t for Liam, you wouldn’t have had the chance to dine with a big star like Stefanie, right?”


    ire nodded thoughtfully and sighed, “If only we didn’t owe anyone in the family, it would be better. Spending hundreds of thousands on caviar anti-aging cosmetics feels excessive for us.”


    ine, anxious, quickly interjected, “Oh,e on! Who said it’s unnecessary? My son-inw Charlie didn’t say that! So don’t spread falsehoods!”


    Then, turning to Charlie with a smile, she added, “Charlie! Your mom’s appearance relies on you. If your dad decides to leave me, I’ll end up looking old and miserable!”


    At that moment, Charlie addressed ire, “Don’t worry too much about the cost. After all, I can turn the expenses into services through Feng Shui, so we won’t actually be spending money.”


    “Exactly!” ine chimed in with enthusiasm. “My son-inw is so capable! If we’re living in Thompson First, it’s all thanks to your generosity! I believe everything will depend on you now.”


    She couldn’t help but express her gratitude, saying, “They say a son-inw is like a son. I never believed it, but now I truly do!”


    ire stood there, stunned.


    She could hardly believe that her mother, who had always been so critical of Charlie, was now praising him sovishly.


    Feeling at a loss, she turned to Charlie and said, “Well, you handle it as you see fit. I’m at a loss for words.”


    Charlie smiled and replied, “I’ll go talk to him today.”


    In truth, Charlie didn’t have any connections in the cosmetics industry. He had already made up his mind that after finishing his business today, he would purchase two sets of cosmetics as ine suggested—one for his mother-inw and another for ire.


    The reason for getting something for ine was her newfound respectfulness, which had pleasantly surprised him.


    What do men truly desire?


    Aside from the woman they love, isn’t it about status and recognition?<fndac6> The source of th?s content is fι?dnοvel</fndac6>


    Charlie, as Master Wade, was respected by the upper ss in Aurous Hill, yet he had always been under ine’s thumb at home.


    Seeing ire’s expression, Charlie had to endure her demands, but now ine had finally acknowledged his worth.


    Ultimately, with ine holding the financial power, if she continued to show him respect, he wouldn’t mind giving her a little extra support.