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    Caleb spoke quickly, saying, “Master Wade, everything has been going well for metely! I truly appreciate you and Mr. Lane for looking out for me!”


    Upon hearing this, Charlie’s demeanor shifted to seriousness as he replied, “Caleb, everyone here can call me Master Wade, but that doesn’t apply to you!”


    Caleb responded awkwardly, “Wade… I… um… with so many people, including Mr. Lane, showing you such respect, how can I be an exception…?”


    Charlie approached him, cing aforting hand on his shoulder, and said earnestly, “Caleb, they refer to me as Master Wade because I’ve helped them in some way. But you, Caleb, are different!”<h3 style="background-color:DodgerBlue">


    Caleb quickly replied, “I… I owe my current situation to your help… The support you’ve given me has been monumental, and I feel I should respect you even more than others…”


    Charlie, with a hint of displeasure, said, “Stop joking around! We grew up together in the orphanage. Though we weren’t born from the same mother, we’ve always been like brothers!”


    “Over the years, we’ve supported each other, faced challenges together, and shared in each other’s struggles. My help to you was simply what brothers do for one another. Why are you being so formal with me?”


    Caleb was filled with a mix of shame and gratitude at Charlie’s words.


    He thought, “I’ve always feared I wouldn’t measure up to Charlie, which made me overly formal and distant. But Charlie has always seen me as a brother. If I continue to treat him with such formality, he will surely feel ufortable…”


    With this realization, Caleb looked intently and said, “Charlie, brother, I understand now. Thank you!”


    Charlie smiled slightly and nodded, “That’s the spirit! If you call me Master Wade again, I will end our friendship right here!”


    Caleb quickly assured him, “Charlie, don’t worry! I will never call you Master Wade again. To me, you are simply my brother, my brother for life!”


    Charlie nodded with satisfaction, saying, “I’m so happy to have you in my life!”


    At that moment, Jacob and ire stepped outside.


    Realizing that Charlie’s clients were visiting, they felt the need to be good hosts, so they quickly tidied up the living room and invited their guests to sit for a while.


    However, when they emerged, they were taken aback to see many more guests than they anticipated!


    What was even more surprising was that most of these guests were among the most influential people in Aurous Hill!


    When ire spotted Jasmine, she felt a wave of insecurity wash over her. Knowing Jasmine was present, she had rushed to apply makeup before joining the gathering.<fn796a> Read full story at FindN0vel</fn796a>


    Normally, ire went out without any makeup and didn’t focus much on her attire, and today was no exception.


    Standing next to the beautifully dressed Jasmine, she suddenly felt somewhat outshone.


    Jacob, aware of his son-inw’s capabilities and the stature of his clients, felt unfazed by the impressive crowd.


    However, when he spotted Dr. Simmons, he quickly approached him with respect, saying, “Oh, genius Dr. Simmons! It’s wonderful to see you! I should havee down to greet you for the New Year…”


    Dr. Simmons felt a bit awkward because he knew well that the miraculous recovery from Jacob’s severe paraplegia was due to Charlie’s extraordinary medicine, not his own efforts.


    Thus, Jacob’s high regard for him made Dr. Simmons feel embarrassed, prompting him to reply, “Mr. Wilson, you are too kind. Master Wade deserves all the credit, and I should visit him next time!”


    Just then, Don Albert approached Jacob, giving him a friendly hug and bowing slightly, saying, “Hello, Mr. Wilson! Don Albert here, wishing you an early Happy New Year!”


    Having met Don Albert several times at Heaven Springs, Jacob feltfortable and smiled back, “You’re too polite, Don Albert. I wish you a Happy New Year as well!”


    Don Albert looked ttered and replied, “Please, just call me Albert. When you talk to me, I prefer you call me Albert!”


    Jacob felt a surge of pride, thinking, “Wow, my status has really elevated! Even the underground king of Aurous Hill, Don Albert, treats me with such respect. This is truly incredible! If word gets out about all these prominent figures visiting today, people will be utterly amazed!”


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