“Right away, sir,” Jimmy said, smiling as he pulled out his planner to dial the buyer’s number so his boss could speak to them.“As you always say, Dad, talking makes people understand each other, and I know I’ll reach a reasonable price to get everything back.”“You’re right, son.”“Boss, they’re on the line.”“Yes, good afternoon, this is Jayden Cooper. I’m calling about the purchase—”“Dad?”“Huh? James?” Jayden said, confused, looking at the phone and thinking maybe Jimmy had dialed the wrong number.“Brother, who is it?” Elizabeth’s voice could be heard.“It’s Dad.”“Daddy? I want to talk too!” she said, and they activated the speakerphone. “Hi, Daddy!”“Hi, Ellie. How… how are you?” For some reason, Jayden felt a lump in his throat as he wondered how long it had been since he had heard that cheerful voice speaking to him.“Good, but we miss you,” Elizabeth replied.“Yes, Dad, are you not mad at us anymore?” James asked, sounding a little sad.“Ah… no, I… actually, I’
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