That evening meant a great deal to Hua Jian.
To Bo Lin, however, it was just an ordinary dinner.
They hadn't chosen the grand dining room used for entertaining guests, but the room where Old Master Bo ate his everyday meals.
The round table seated eight, just enough for their group. Old Master Bo and the Poulton Family Head chatted now and then over dinner, and the atmosphere was exceptionally harmonious.
Old Master Bo was still a little awkward around Hua Jian, though.
Still, with a stern face, he offered a few words of praise for the inkstone Hua Jian had given him and the painting he had brought that evening.
"Grandpa, there's no need to be so polite with me. Besides, Bo Lin picked that painting out at first sight. He said you'd definitely like it."
Bo Lin lifted his eyes to his grandfather. "As long as you like it."
Hua Jian smiled at him.
Watching the two exchange glances, Old Master Bo turned to the Poulton Family Head. "These youngsters spend all day sweet-talking us old men."
The Poulton Family Head also looked at Bo Lin. "I've been so busy these past few days that I haven't had a chance to thank you properly, Bo Lin."
Bo Lin paused, then said, "You're too kind."
He guessed the Poulton Family Head might be referring to the DNA test.
Sure enough, the Poulton Family Head shook his head and looked at Old Master Bo with emotion. "Actually, ever since I decided I wanted to adopt Hua Jian, I stopped insisting on finding the child A Chen and I had together."
Old Master Bo naturally knew the secrets behind it all. Hearing this, he couldn't help sighing. "At least it all ended well."
"I just never expected Bo Lin to be