Whenever ire heard that Charlie Wade was heading out for an extended work trip, a wave of distress washed over her—especially when she learned he’d be returning to the remote northwestern border. Unable to contain her worry, she leaned closer to Charlie and whispered, “Husband, why don’t you consider not going? We’re not short on money anymore, so we don’t need to work so hard…”


    Before Charlie could respond, Don Albert, who was nearby, earnestly interjected, “Master Wade, I sincerely ask for your assistance in this matter! My elder brother once saved my life, and I want to repay that debt. Please, for the sake of our long-standing friendship, don’t refuse me. If you help him this time, I promise you can ask anything of me in Aurous Hill in the future. If I, Don Albert, were to go back on my word, may I be struck by lightning!”


    Upon hearing this, Jacob’s eyes lit up with realization!


    He had always believed that President Pei had ousted him from the calligraphy and painting association because he noticed that Jacob’s ties with Don Albert had weakened. How polite had Don Albert been towards him before? During a dinner with President Pei, Jacob couldn’t even step into the diamond box, while Don Albert willingly invited him in and treated him to a meal. That single act had left President Pei utterly convinced of Don Albert’s kindness.


    So, why did President Peiter disregard Jacob? It seemed likely that he felt Jacob’s influence in front of Don Albert had diminished.<h3 style="background-color:DodgerBlue">


    Jacob’s return to the Calligraphy and Painting Association was made possible because his son-inw, Charlie Wade, had won Don Albert’s favor. With Don Albert’s support, Jacob was essentially forced back into the association.


    Thus, Jacob concluded that allowing Don Albert to maintain a debt of gratitude towards Charlie Wade was the key to ensuring his own standing in the association continued to improve.


    He then spoke up, “ire, this is a matter for men. Mr. Albert has always been good to our family; whenever we needed his help, he never refused. Now that he’s in need, how can we shy away from some hard work? Besides, Mr. Albert mentioned that the client will offer a substantial reward, so we should absolutely consider it!”


    ire quickly grasped the underlying reason behind her father’s words. Her father’s reinstatement to the Calligraphy and Painting Association hade thanks to Don Albert’s assistance. In a sense, Charlie Wade had an obligation to repay Don Albert’s favor from just days ago. In a society built on reciprocity, now was the moment to pay back that kindness.


    For a brief moment, ire found herself at a loss for words.


    It was Charlie Wade who broke the silence, stating firmly, “Mr. Albert, I appreciate your previous help to my father-inw. Since you now require my assistance, I cannot turn a blind eye. Give me two days to prepare, and I’ll head over then.”<fnd6ac> Discover more novels at </fnd6ac>


    Don Albert’s face lit up with excitement, “Fantastic, Master Wade! I feelpletely reassured by your words. There are many Feng Shui challenges out there, but I’m confident there’s nothing Master Wade can’t handle! I’ll call my brother tonight with this wonderful news!”


    Charlie Wade nodded and replied, “Now that I’ve agreed to go, I’ll certainly give it my all.”


    Don Albert, visibly pleased, stood up and expressed his gratitude, “Thank you so much, Master Wade. I won’t keep you any longer. It’ste, so I’ll take my leave. Thank you again!”


    Jacob quickly chimed in, “Hey, Mr. Albert, why don’t we have a cup of tea together before you go? You just got home; it wouldn’t be right to leave without sharing a cup.”


    Don Albert hastily replied, “No more tea, no more tea! I’m sorry to intrude sote.”


    But Jacob, with his own intentions in mind, gently tugged at Don Albert’s sleeve while simultaneously retrieving a teacup. Even though the tea had cooled, he poured a cup for Don Albert and handed it over, then quickly grabbed his own cup, freeing one hand to pull out his mobile phone. With a swift motion, he unlocked it and switched to selfie mode.


    In one fluid movement, he raised his teacup and said to Don Albert, “Come on, Master, let’s clink sses! I want to capture this moment as a keepsake!”


    Don Albert understood Jacob’s ulterior motive but, being Charlie Wade’s father-inw, he obliged and clinked sses with Jacob. To show his support, he put his arm around Jacob’s shoulders and smiled for the camera.


    Click.


    Jacob captured the joyful moment of their toast, the two of them looking like old friends enjoying each other’spany.


    Content with the photo, Jacob stored his phone and said to Don Albert, “Master, feel free to drop by my house anytime. I have plenty of good tea and wine waiting for you.”


    “Absolutely, I’ll make sure to visit often,” Don Albert replied with a smile. He then set down his teacup and said, “Alright, everyone, I won’t keep you any longer.”


    Jacob quickly insisted, “Come on, Fifth Master, let me see you out.”


    Jacob escorted Don Albert to the door. After Don Albert departed, Jacob returned to the yard but didn’t immediately go inside. Instead, he swiftly pulled out his phone, opened WeChat, and prepared to post a status update.


    He selected the photo he had just taken with Don Albert and crafted a caption: “It’s wonderful to have good friends over for tea and conversation!”


    With a satisfied smile, he hit send.


    Meanwhile, President Pei was at home venting his frustrations to his wife.


    After his fallout with Jacob, he felt his path to sess waspletely blocked, and he had long harbored resentment towards his wife for the misguided advice she had given him.


    Though sheter tried to make amends after the fallout,