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Travis and Joanna's morning took an unexpected turn when they received an unexpected visitor, none other than Matthew, who happened to be Joanna's uncle. Their expressions mirrored their shock as they beheld him in their home. Matthew stood there, a peculiar smile adorning his face, yet he seemed devoid of a clear motive for his visit. However, Travis and Joanna sensed that there was more to his visit than met the eye.Curiosity tugging at him, Travis inquired, "What are you doing here?" He and Joanna watched Matthew, who remained poised in front of their doorway, hesitating to step inside and take a seat.Matthew, clearing his throat in a polite manner, replied, "I've actually come here to see you, Travis. Lately, I've been doing some introspection, and I've come to the conclusion that perhaps we've been too quick to judge you. It's high time we spent some quality time together so that I can truly understand the kind of person you are."Travis, his brows furrowing with confusion, m
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Travis found himself enveloped in a whirlwind of confusion as he hastened toward the commotion, unable to fathom the unfolding situation. Upon his arrival, his gaze fixated upon a tall, slender, and exquisitely crafted golden ceramic vase that lay broken into two on the ground, a scene that left him in stunned disbelief. A multitude of small ceramic fragments laid on the floor, akin to a constellation of stars on a moonless night.As he surveyed the wreckage, his discerning eye could not help but recognize the historical significance embedded within those broken shards. It became apparent that the once majestic vase, now fragmented, was none other than a relic hailing from the esteemed Song dynasty—an exquisite Jade pot spring bottle, no less. The significance lay not only in its age but in the authenticity of the gold embellishments, elevating its value to an extent beyond imagination.Raised in a family of considerable wealth and privilege, Travis had been nurtured in an environmen
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Mr. Shen was taken aback, caught off guard by Travis's response. He furrowed his brow and inquired, "Isn't that man related to you? Is he your father-in-law?"Travis nodded affirmatively. "You got it right, but no prizes for that. He's not even my father-in-law; he's just an in-law, nothing more. Since I'm not the one who caused the damage, you should hold him responsible for it."Mr. Shen's expression soured. He felt irritated by Travis's tone, but he couldn't deny the logic behind his words. It was clear that he was trying to pin the blame on Travis to avoid the expenses and reputation damage that The Jade Pavilion would suffer.Without wasting a moment, Mr. Shen barked orders to a few people nearby. "What are you waiting for? Go and fetch that older gentleman!"Travis observed them scurrying to chase down Matthew and couldn't help but chuckle. He remained silent, content to watch the situation unfold.While Travis certainly had the means to swipe his card and cover the costs of th
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As Travis found himself in an unusual and unsettling situation, he couldn’t help but cast wary glances around the bustling surroundings. Everyone in the shop appeared blissfully unaware of his uneasiness, each absorbed in their respective activities and Mr. Shen looked anxious as he waited for his subordinates’ return with Mr. Matthew in tow.Although intrigued by the ancient book he had discovered, Travis contemplated returning it to the wooden box, but his decision wavered under the persistent voice within his mind. “Take it, Travis Danforth. You need it. Aren't you curious?”“What the hell?” Travis couldn’t help but mutter in bewilderment.The insistent voice continued to press him, challenging his hesitancy, “You’ve already opened the box. What is stopping you from opening the book?”Although Travis remained confused by the situation, he cleared his throat and fixed his gaze on the enigmatic book. On the title page, four ancient and cryptic characters were meticulously inscribed,
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With a fury etched deep into his demeanor, Mr. Shen directed an incensed glare at Matthew, his voice a torrent of boiling indignation as he lashed out, “You, you old scoundrel! Did you think you could run after driving your car into my establishment, shattering my precious vase? Do you truly believe you can evade your responsibility to Jade Pavilion after the destruction you've caused?”Matthew, wearing a derisive countenance, turned his gaze upon Travis, letting out a scoffing remark, “See, I told you, he’d take care of it. It's all on him so why did you go after me the way you did?!”Mr. Shen’s tone turned frigid, his finger accusatorily pointing towards the imposing Aston Martin, his words dripping with disdain, “And who does that extravagant vehicle belong to?”Matthew shifted his gaze, first to the sleek car and then back to Mr. Shen, conceding, “It’s mine.”The question that followed came with a thundering rebuke, “And who recklessly drove it into my shop like a bat out of hell,
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Travis locked eyes with Mr. Shen, a determined look in his gaze, and declared, "I need granulated sugar, a heavy-bottomed saucepan, a silicone brush, water, and a stove."Mr. Shen, utterly perplexed as to why sugar would be necessary for this endeavor, regarded Travis's request as a mere jest, while Matthew couldn't resist a scoff, reaffirming his belief that this was a futile endeavor. "I told you, you're wasting your time on him," he interjected dismissively.Ignoring Matthew's skeptical comments, Mr. Shen, partly out of curiosity, decided to entertain Travis's request. He swiftly dispatched someone to procure the items requested. Despite his willingness to provide the necessary materials, he couldn't refrain from a touch of mockery. "Using sugar to repair cultural relics – I've never encountered or heard of such an unorthodox method. Let me make it clear: don't attempt any trickery here. You either compensate us for the damages, or we'll take this man to court, and he'll be senten
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A poised Asian woman, elegantly attired in a blue casual suit, strode into the shop. Possessing flawless stature, she emitted a sense of luxury, though her beautiful eyes conveyed both anger and arrogance.Mr. Shen's countenance underwent a sudden transformation upon spotting the woman, revealing his surprise. He promptly lowered his head in respect and inquired, “Ms. Lee, what brings you to our humble establishment?”Ms. Cora Lee, the eldest offspring of Owen Lee, the Jade Pavilion's owner, hails from one of the esteemed families in Grove City.Upon surveying the disarray within the shop, she furrowed her brow. With a disdainful scoff, she admonished, “Shen, at times, you can be utterly useless. Look at this chaos! Do you intend to ruin our business?”Mr. Shen, visibly frustrated, gritted his teeth and provided a brief explanation with a wry chuckle, “This old man accidentally drove into the shop, causing the bottle to break. His son-in-law utilized sugar to repair it. I was on the v
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Approaching Travis with a subtle smile, Cora gracefully introduced herself, “I am Cora from the Lee family. May I ask from which cultural relic master you have acquired your skills?”Travis, unfazed by Cora’s prestigious identity, acknowledged the power of the Lee family in Grove City. While they boasted considerable wealth amounting to hundreds of billions, the Danforth family, to which Travis belonged, overshadowed them with a vast fortune reaching into the trillions.Responding with a mirrored faint smile, Travis calmly stated, “My name is Travis, and I lack any formal master or expertise. I merely repaired the damage caused by this regrettable uncle of mine,” gesturing subtly towards Matthew, “who made a mess in your shop and broke the bottle.”Cora, however, interrupted him, her expression revealing a sense of awe. “Mr. Travis, you didn’t just repair it; you performed magic on it.”With a gentle chuckle, Travis retorted, “I’m certain everyone can attest that I didn’t employ any m