When Charlie Wade spotted his father-inw returning from outside with a proud expression, he instantly realized that Jacob’s reinstatement at the Calligraphy and Painting Association was a done deal.


    Curious, he decided to ask, “Dad, what’s got you in such a good mood? Is something exciting happening?”


    With a smile, Jacob replied, “Good son-inw, Master Don Albert is truly remarkable. You just spoke with him this afternoon, andter, Pei Qidong came to persuade me to rejoin the Calligraphy and Painting Association!”


    He continued, “Pei Qidong has offered me a director position. While it’s not as prestigious as my previous role as executive vice president, I find it eptable. I’ve already agreed to report back tomorrow.”


    Charlie nodded thoughtfully. He recognized that although Jacob had average skills and limited experience, it was better for him to be upied rather than idle. So, with a smile, he responded, “That’s great, Dad! At least you won’t be bored.”<h3 style="background-color:DodgerBlue">


    Jacob, brimming with excitement, added, “I really surprised Pei Qidong today. I told him straight up that I live in Tomson Yipin now. Why should I care about the Calligraphy and Painting Association? You should have seen his face! It was priceless!”


    Just then, ire entered the room. Hearing her father’s enthusiastic chatter, she smiled and asked, “Dad, what’s this wonderful thing you’re talking about? You look so happy!”


    Not wanting to reveal too much, Jacob smiled back and said, “Oh, it’s nothing, just a chat with Charlie Wade about our association. ire, have you eaten yet?”


    “Yes,” ire replied. “We had a working lunch at Dihao.”


    She then inquired, “How was your and Mom’s trip to Dubai?”


    Jacob’s earlier gloom had lifted as he responded cheerfully, “It was great! Besides the heat, everything was fine. Your mom was so into shopping that I think I lost some weight!”


    ire nodded and asked, “Where’s Mom? What’s she up to?”


    Jacob exined, “Your mom has gone back to her room to unpack. She bought so much stuff; it might take her a while to sort it all out. Why don’t you go up and help her?”<fn5082> Updates are released by find·novel</fn5082>


    “Sure,” ire said. “I’ll go see Mom first. You two can chat.”


    As ire headed for the elevator, Jacob leaned in closer to Charlie Wade and whispered, “Good son-inw, please don’t mention any of this to ire. It’s a bit embarrassing.”


    Charlie nodded in understanding, saying, “Don’t worry, Dad. I know how to keep it under wraps.”


    Jacob sighed in relief and smiled, “That’s a relief.”


    He then moved even closer and quietly added, “And really, thank you so much for your help this time, good son-inw!”


    Charlie smiled back and said, “Dad, you don’t need to be so formal. It’s mostly due to Master Don Albert’s assistance; without him, I wouldn’t have been able to do anything.”


    Jacob replied earnestly, “Good son-inw, we should always show respect to Master Don Albert for everything he’s done for us. Even when he’s not around, we should refer to him as Master Don Albert, not just Don Albert. Look at me; I always show him the utmost respect.”


    Charlie chuckled lightly and said, “Dad, you can call him whatever you like, but please don’t pressure me. It wouldn’t be right for me to call him Master Don Albert, and he probably wouldn’t appreciate it either.”