Charlotte was dumbfounded and nervously lowered her voice. "What remuneration? That won't be necessary." "Do you have to see me as an outsider, Charlotte? My father said that even if you are his daughter-in-law, we'll still have to pay you." Even though Silas was on the other end of the line, Charlotte could feel his grievance. "And your designs will be commercialized for real. It's against the law if we don't pay you." At this point, Charlotte couldn't refuse anymore, but she was afraid that Silas would give too much, so she gave an extra reminder, "Just pay me as you see fit. I don't need too much." "Okay. When will we have a meal together? Telma would like to organize a small banquet," Silas enthusiastically invited. "Isn't it too soon for that now? Isn't there still a few days left

