Chapter 441

An hour later, they arrived at a private residence on the outskirts.

Jade and Caelan got out of the car, while Samuel went around to open the trunk and took out a box. He lifted it effortlessly, so Jade guessed the item inside was probably lightweight.

"What is it?" Jade thought it must be the gift Caelan had prepared for Paul. Although they weren't there to ask for a favor, they still had to maintain some etiquette. After all, Paul was a person of status.

Caelan just smiled without saying a word, motioning for Samuel to follow as he led the way inside.

Paul's mansion was huge, with high walls, gray tiles, and traditional decorations. There were pavilions and terraces everywhere, and even a pond in the courtyard where dozens of fish leisurely swam.

Jade marveled silently. The retired official was really something… To have such a large mansion on the outskirts was no simple feat.

"Mr. Fitzgerald, Mr. Spaulding knew you were coming and specially asked me to wait here." Standing at