Elaine thought that it would be fine even if Jacob couldn't put aside his pride so soon.

Right now, she had become more considerate of Jacob and could understand that men valued their pride.

As such, she could just wait until they went traveling together, and they'd definitely be staying in the same room. With that, it would be more natural for them to share a room together again when they return.

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Early the next day, Raymond arrived at Antique Street, coming over from an express hotel nearby.

Although he had asked Trippy to look for a shop, he knew that Trippy might not really help him—he had to rely on himself for everything.

But during his stroll yesterday afternoon, he had noticed plenty of shops that were being offered on rent or sublease. Business in Antique Street was likely poor, so Raymond came early to make inquiries about the rented properties.

When Oskia's antique market was at its peak, Antique Street too enjoyed its golden age. Even now, the eyes of any antique p