Mr. Fay maintained outward respect for Quincy in front of the business partner, formally introducing him, though he didn't mention that Quincy was his future son-in-law.

"So, this is one of Mr. Fay's younger associates, huh? He certainly looks capable!" the business partner praised.

""You're too kind," Quincy replied modestly.

Despite the polite introduction, both Quincy and the business partner sensed the subtle distance in Mr. Fay's tone when referring to him. This led the business partner to form a somewhat mixed impression of Quincy.

Still, Quincy remained calm and composed. After a brief round of small talk, they sat down for dinner. The meal, served in a luxurious five-star hotel, was abundant. However, Quincy's mind was elsewhere, focused on Lydia.

He knew she had been struggling with morning sickness lately, and he was usually the one making sure she ate properly. He couldn't help but wonder how she was managing on her own.

Quincy discreetly pulled out his phone under the table and sent Lydia a quick message. She responded almost immediately, and they began exchanging casual messages throughout the dinner.

Mr. Fay noticed the interaction and the affectionate way Quincy had saved his daughter's contact. With a soft scoff, he thought to himself, "At least he treats

yet. He had never seen Quincy in action at work. However, when the business partner started asking more pointed questions about the project, Mr. Fay's opinion of Quincy began to shift. The partner posed a tricky question. "I hear your company is fairly new, relying on support from the York Corporation,

acknowledged it openly.

your confidence stems from that

giving me fifteen minutes?" He

project. Even Mr. Fay, who had initially been uninterested, found himself listening attentively. "Mr. Fay, you've really brought me a top-notch partner!" the business

out of his thoughts and, upon glancing at Quincy again, felt a more complex

Mr. Fay stopped Quincy. Though his tone

do. I'm not sure why someone with your skills was

my

Quincy replied calmly, without a trace of resentment.

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