As soon as Zhang Ermao (Cade) heard that Jacob was getting ready for takeoff, he felt a wave of relief wash over him.


    This situation was undeniably challenging, but with a bit more time to think, he might devise a solid n. Right now, Jacob was unaware of theplications at hand. Soon, he would embark on a several-hour flight to Dubai. The best part was that once hended, Jacob would likely be too preupied to focus on the rumors swirling around Aurous Hill, granting Zhang Ermao some much-needed breathing room.


    Quickly, he said, “It’s all good, President Jacob. I just called to check when your flight is scheduled to depart. Since you’re about to take off, the flight attendants will surely ask you to switch off your phone or activate flight mode. I won’t keep you any longer. I wish you and your wife a delightful trip!”


    Jacob, noticing Zhang Ermao’s politeness, replied with a smile, “Ermao, you’re too kind. I’ll definitely bring you back some unique souvenirs from Dubai!”


    Zhang Ermao (Cade) responded enthusiastically, “Oh, I truly appreciate that, President Jacob!”<h3 style="background-color:DodgerBlue">


    Jacob chuckled and said, “Alright, I won’t keep you. We’ll catch up when I return.”


    “Sure thing, let’s chat when you’re back,” Ermao replied eagerly.


    As Jacob was about to end the call, he suddenly remembered Zhou Liangyun and asked, “By the way, Ermao, how’s that guy Zhou doing? What’s thetest on the eye-punching incident? I bet everyone in the antique street is having a goodugh at his expense.”


    Zhang Ermao (Cade) felt a surge of frustration and thought to himself, “You’re still making jokes about him while we’ve be the real spectacle…”


    Although he dared not speak the truth, he also couldn’t fabricate a lie. After all, Zhou Liangyun had just pocketed 20 million when he arrived in Aurous Hill. There was no way he could leave now, and Jacob would surely find out when he returned. Fabricating a story was not an option.


    So, he replied, “Well, President Jacob, I have a lot on my te today, so I haven’t had the chance to look into it. Let me finish what I’m working on first, and I’ll inquire about it.”


    Jacob smiled and said, “Alright, please let me know the good news as soon as you can. I’d love to hear something uplifting.”


    Zhang Ermao (Cade) covered his eyes with one hand, holding the phone with the other, and said determinedly, “Yes, of course, President Jacob. Enjoy your trip, and I’ll gather some news for you.”


    After ending the call, Zhang Ermao (Cade) erupted in anger, copsing onto his bed as he vented, “What on earth is that scoundrel Cheng thinking? Selling something worth 20 million for just 98,000 yuan? What a fraud! He probably hasn’t even made 20 million in his entire life, the absolute fool!”


    Feeling tears threaten to spill, he muttered to himself, “If I had known this would happen, I would have never gotten involved with Jacob…”


    “It’s all gone now…” He thought, realizing that while he didn’t end up like Zhou Liangyun, he could still be impacted by the 20 million. Jacob would undoubtedlye looking for answers!


    “Even though this guy is traveling abroad now, he will find out eventually. What if hees to me asking for the bronze Buddha back?”


    “I can’t just confront Zhou Liangyun and demand 20 million from him! For that kind of money, I could be looking at a serious jail sentence, even if it’s only suspended for two years…”<fn38d2> Updates are released by find?novel</fn38d2>