Charles leaned back on the couch. “So, Jacob, how’s business going?”

Jacob nodded. “It’s going well. I’ve started thinking about involving Joe too. He’ll take over once I leave the country.”

Charles gave an approving nod. “Makes sense. But you should’ve mentored him more closely. Look at Aaron—he learned everything during his academic years, but he still turned out sharp.”

Jacob turned to him. Should I ask now? He cleared his throat. “Aaron’s impressive, no doubt. He ...