Charlie responded with a smile, "Don't bother. I've already eaten."

Jacob quickly stood up, walked over, and asked, "Why were you away for so many days this time?"

Charlie answered, "The workload was a bit heavy this time. I visited several houses and factories, mainly because the client has strong financial power."

"Wow!" Elaine exclaimed, very pleased, "A client with such strength must have paid quite a bit, right?"

"Exactly." Charlie nodded and casually said, "This client was very gen