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Laurent entered.River told Rosalie, “The head of the Lafayette family is back. I’ll need to hang up now.”“Okay. I’m almost done with my work and can head over soon.”They ended the call.Just as River was standing and putting his phone back into his pocket, Laurent came to him.“Hi, Mr. Lafayette.”River greeted him with a smile.Laurent returned the smile and said, “You must be River York. You resemble Zachary.”Since River’s and Zachary’s fathers looked alike, it was no surprise that the York cousins would bear some resemblance to each other.River replied, “I do share similar features with my cousins. We’re related by blood after all.”The York brothers shared the same paternal grandparents and had a close relationship with each other.Laurent shook River’s hand and invited him to take a seat. Meanwhile, he took off his black suit jacket and handed it to Suzy.Suzy left after taking it.Moments later, she returned with a cup of tea for her husband.“Have a nice chat

Most parents would feel happier receiving compliments about their children than themselves. Laurent grinned. “Your nephews are still young, while mine isn’t. Jayden is four years old and has been attending preschool for two years. He has learned many things.“He’d come back home and tell us that his teacher said they should do things themselves. He started doing what he could on his own and only came to us for help when he couldn’t manage.“He’s playing outside now. I’ll ask him to greet you when he gets tired and comes back.”River smiled. “It’s okay. Jayden can play to his heart’s content. That’s what childhood is all about. In the future, he’ll feel happy whenever he recalls his childhood. There’s no need to register them in too many hobby classes when they’re still in preschool.“Although my sisters-in-law had registered their children in hobby classes, they would have the kids pick one or two of their favorite classes to attend instead of going to too many classes.”“We do

“But, most likely, I can’t accompany you and Jayden there. I’m too busy with the company and can’t take time off.”Laurent said apologetically, “I’ll make the arrangements. Jane will meet you and Jayden there.”Suzy was sad. “Jayden was hoping you could play with him for a few days. The summer vacation is long. You should try to make some time.“It’s okay if you can’t go to Wiltspoon. I’ll bring Jayden there, and maybe he can make a few friends there.”“I’m sorry, Suzy.”Laurent held his wife’s hand. “I’m too busy and hardly have time to be with you and Jayden.“I blame my dad for retiring too soon. Other people’s fathers retire when they’re eighty, but my dad left the company when he wasn’t even fifty. I had to take over the family and company matters.“He brings my mom to travel and doesn’t even come back home more than twice a year. I think he’s scared that I might make him work at the company.”Laurent complained about his father’s early retirement and was now traveling wit

“Hi, Uncle River.”The boy greeted River politely after confirming his identity. He even extended his right hand to shake hands.He had gone to his father’s company before. Laurent would always shake hands with anyone who approached him. Since the boy had seen it many times, he thought it was proper etiquette and tried to shake River’s hand, just like how his father had done before. River did not laugh. He took it seriously and bent over to shake the boy’s hand. Rosalie watched their interaction from the side. She thought, ‘The Lafayette family’s young master may be young, but he’s way more cautious and sensible than his peers. He matured early.’The Meadspring Lafayettes would not have to worry about not having a successor. On the other hand, Rosalie’s family still did not have any young children. Well, she did not blame her grandfather for constantly urging her to get married. He could only be at ease when there was a new generation to carry on the family’s bloodline.“

After entering the house, Jayden let go of River’s hand and ran toward Laurent joyfully. “Dad.”“Hey, kiddo,” replied Laurent. He waited till Jayden ran over and lifted him happily. He kissed Jayden’s cheek and said, “I missed you, Jay.”“I missed you more, Dad. I haven’t seen you in a long time. I’m not awake whenever you head out in the morning, and I’m already asleep by the time you’re back.”Laurent smiled. “It hasn’t been that long, only since summer vacation started, because you sleep in a lot. We always head out together when you need to go to school.”To Laurent, it had not been that long, as he did see his son every day. Jayden was nestled in his father’s embrace. He said, “It’s boring to play alone. I don’t wake up early because I don’t want to be bored. If I wake up late, the time when I’m bored will be shorter.”“Are you bored? There are many toys at home, and we even built a playground for you. The nannies can play whatever you want.”Rosalie and River walked ove