Chapter 94

"Marvelous writing!" everyone praised. "What do you think?" Egbert asked Josh, feeling quite pleased with himself. "Not bad," Josh replied. Egbert was startled by the comment. While everyone else was showering him with compliments, Josh gave a simple, casual remark. However, Egbert didn't feel offended by Josh's response. He believed Josh had his reasons, regardless of his young age. After all, Josh was a genius who had scored full marks in national exams. When others noticed that Egbert didn't refute Josh's comment, they fell silent, clearly sensing the close bond between the two. Soon after, the group drove into the village. As they approached the entrance, Egbert casually remarked, "Josh, we must have lunch at your place today! You wouldn't mind, would you?" "Not at all, as long as you don't find my home too shabby," Josh replied. "Nonsense! No one would think that. It's your home, after all," Jeffery chimed in with a laugh. "Every year, I dine at local farmers' homes when