Jacob looked overwhelmed as he sprang to his feet, exclaiming in surprise, "Oh, Mr. Ahmed! Your Oskian is so fluent!"Hamed smiled. "I've been in Oskia for a long while on business. I'm basically a friend of the nation!"Hamed naturally avoided saying that he studied in Oskia, or he'd have to lie more if they pressed the issue.Still, Jacob nodded. "Nice to meet you, Mr. Ahmed. I'm Jacob Wilson—Charlie's father-in-law!"Elaine hurried over right then. "I'm Elaine. Charlie's mother-in-law."Hamed then turned toward Claire and smiled. "And I'm guessing this angel is Mrs. Wade!"Claire had a hunch who Hamed was, and knew that everything he said was going to be a lie.After all, anyone who 'knew' Charlie would know his true heritage.Still, she didn't let it show and flashed a polite smile. "Nice to meet you, Mr. Ahmed. I'm Claire."Hamed nodded politely. "I've always been grateful to Master Wade for helping me with the Feng Shui in my business, and I guess it's fate that brought
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