Fred took out a lacquer box and revealed a wooden carving from inside it. It depicted a sailboat, meticulously crafted and vivid, exuding a sense of billowing sails reaching the sky, boldly heading out to sea.
"This is a long-hidden work by Master Elmer, 'Cloudly Mortal' I spent five million to buy it. Today, I present it to Grandma as a birthday gift, hoping her career will be like this ship—setting sail, breaking through the waves.” Fred respectfully handed the piece to Grandma.
Mrs. Nicholas admired the carving in her hands for a long time, her smile so wide it seemed endless: “This is the gift I'm most satisfied with. You did not disappoint me, my dear."
With the praise from Grandma, Fred felt even more elated. So far, his gift was the most expensive, making him feel superior.
Fred
