The big boss is reborn and lets himself go.

Hilbert gently embraced his adoptive parents; the brief embrace seemed to freeze time, but it ended quickly. As they released each other, Crown Prince Blaine walked forward with utmost elegance and gentlemanly grace, and stood firmly beside Hilbert.

Only then did Hilbert notice his maternal uncle, who had been by his side the whole time, and a pang of guilt welled up inside him—he had almost forgotten about him. Hilbert quickly offered a warm, slightly apologetic smile, then turned to his parents and solemnly introduced the distinguished man beside him: “Father, Mother, let me introduce you. This is my mother’s elder brother, my maternal uncle. He is also His Excellency Blaine, the highly respected Crown Prince of our great Jade Continent.”

Upon hearing their son's introduction, the middle-aged couple immediately adopted respectful and humble expressions. After all, as the head and mistress of the Austen family, and native citizens of Yuzhou, how could they not know the renowned and high-ranking next king of Yuzhou—Crown Prince Blaine?

However, when Hilbert revealed the special relationship between the two of them, it was like a bolt from the blue, striking the couple's hearts and leaving them speechless and utterly astonished! It was as if time had frozen at that moment, and the whole world became incredibly quiet, leaving only the turbulent waves surging deep within their hearts.

At that very moment, the once warm and harmonious family of four was struck as if by a massive storm, instantly overwhelmed and at a loss by the shocking news. They stood there, frozen like statues, their faces filled with disbelief and utter bewilderment.

However, it was Avery, the current head of the Austen family, who was the first to recover from this shock. He took a deep breath, trying to calm his heart, which was pounding in his chest, and then gently reached out to tug at his wife and two children, who were still in a daze. Once they regained their attention, Avery led the family of four, with slightly stiff steps, slowly toward His Highness Prince Blaine. Upon approaching, Avery bowed slightly, gracefully performing a standard and common curtsy to express their respect and obedience to this person of high status.

Crown Prince Blaine, usually appearing approachable, hadn't paid much attention to formalities. However, he was genuinely surprised when this family suddenly and without hesitation bowed directly to him. But the experienced prince, well-versed in social etiquette, quickly regained his composure, his facial expression remaining polite and friendly.

He smiled and said, “Mr. Austen and Mrs. Austen, please rise! My sudden visit today was truly a rash act on Blaine's part, and I hope you two can forgive me. After all, we are all close relatives of Hilbert!”

Upon hearing Prince Blaine's gentle and humble words, the Avery family of four straightened up as if granted a pardon. The obvious relief on their faces showed that the weight that had been hanging over them had finally been lifted. In that instant, the slightly reserved and awkward atmosphere vanished, replaced by an even closer and more intimate feeling, like that of long-lost friends reunited.

Just then, Avery seemed to wake from a dream, suddenly realizing that everyone was still standing at the door! He thought to himself, "This is bad! You've made the prince and the duke stand at the door!" Not only that, when he came to his senses and hurriedly stepped aside to make way, he found himself unnoticed a full step behind Crown Prince Blaine.

However, Avery reacted quickly. He swiftly composed himself, a refined yet respectful smile appearing on his face. In a gentle and humble tone, he said, "Oh dear, what a forgetful thing I've done! I've been standing here chatting with His Excellency Prince Blaine at the door. How utterly rude of me! Please forgive my rudeness. Come, come, let's go inside and talk more. Prince Blaine, please come this way." With that, he bowed slightly, gesturing for Prince Blaine to enter.

Crown Prince Blaine nodded slightly, listening attentively to Avery's explanation of their stance. His deep, sharp eyes occasionally flashed with thoughtful consideration, clearly weighing every detail. After Avery finished speaking, Crown Prince Blaine nodded gently, indicating his agreement.

Indeed, from the moment he stepped through that door until now, he had not noticed the slightest sign that his nephew had been bullied or mistreated. On the contrary, from his nephew's natural expression and demeanor, one could sense a sense of comfort and security. It was clear that over the years, Avery's family had indeed treated his nephew quite well.

However, just as Prince Blaine was secretly pleased, his niece's solemn instructions before her departure suddenly came to mind. Her worried eyes seemed still vivid in his mind, making Prince Blaine wonder—could there be some unknown secret hidden behind this matter?

Despite the turmoil in his mind, Prince Blaine maintained his composed and friendly smile. He took a small, graceful step forward and said slowly, “Mr. Avery, it is an honor to meet you for the first time today; it is truly a fortunate coincidence. I have come at the request of my beloved mother, father, and many dear brothers and sisters. Furthermore, Princess Catherine, Hilbert’s own sister, also had a request. We have brought some small gifts for you and your household as a token of our appreciation, and we hope you will accept them.” With that, Prince Blaine gestured to the attendants behind him, who quickly presented the prepared gifts.

As soon as Crown Prince Blaine finished speaking, his personal assistant, who had been standing quietly beside the car, seemed to have a premonition and acted swiftly. He nimbly positioned himself around the luxury cars, carefully opened the doors, and began to unload the various carefully prepared gifts from inside.

Meanwhile, Mr. Avery watched with great interest the luxurious motorcade led by Crown Prince Blaine. As time passed, one car after another opened their doors, and bodyguards in suits emerged, carrying various exquisite items and precious gifts. Although these things might not be essential for someone of Mr. Avery's status and wealth, he was still filled with joy at the continuous stream of gifts.

Without any pretense, Mr. Avery smiled and decisively ordered the butler and servants beside him, "Come and help!" Upon receiving the order, the butler and servants immediately stepped forward and busied themselves alongside Prince Blaine's entourage. Some were responsible for receiving the gifts, while others carefully carried them into the manor. The whole scene was lively yet orderly.

Crown Prince Blaine understood Avery's intention. Standing before the mountain of gifts, flowing endlessly, Avery's eyes gleamed with joy. This wasn't because he himself had an urgent need or desire for these dazzling gifts; in fact, given his status and wealth, these things were merely icing on the cake. However, what truly pleased him was that through these exquisite gifts, he deeply felt the royal family's high regard for Hilbert.

Each gift seemed to carry the expectations and care of the royal family, and Avery's glad acceptance of them was a silent declaration—no matter Hilbert's circumstances or status, he would always be the highly respected son of the Austen family patriarch. Even if Hilbert might encounter various hardships and obstacles in the future, he would always have the powerful Austen family as his solid backing.

At this moment, Prince Blaine, who had been silently observing Avery, had already discerned the deeper meaning behind his actions. Blaine couldn't help but nod inwardly, expressing great admiration for Avery's approach. Faced with such wisdom and foresight, Blaine didn't choose to expose his intentions on the spot. Instead, he felt even more that it was no wonder his nephew had grown up to be so upright, kind, and well-mannered. Recalling the past, he suddenly understood why his nephew had never truly resented his sister Catherine—perhaps it was because of their family that they had raised such an outstanding child as Hilbert. Therefore, he greatly appreciated this subtle gesture and didn't expose him. Suddenly, he felt it made sense that his nephew hadn't gone astray and hadn't truly resented his sister.

Growing up in such an environment, he not only enjoyed the carefree life that comes with abundance, but more importantly, through long-term observation and experience, I have clearly discerned that even within the wealthiest family, the overall atmosphere is remarkably similar to that of a royal family. Here, love abounds, as if every corner is permeated with warmth and care, devoid of any excessive scheming, deceit, or pretense. Whether it's the genuine affection displayed in the daily interactions between family members or the unwavering determination to overcome difficulties together, everything demonstrates the power of this love.