John Brown met the old man's gaze, then gave a wry smile, and said, "I say, old man, you really think too highly of me. We're talking about appointing a Lieutenant Governor here. Do you really think I have that capability?"
The old man laughed heartily and said, "I know this is indeed difficult for you. The decision for the Lieutenant Governor position is not something people like us can make."
Melody Yoody breathed a sigh of relief; what the old man had just said was overwhelming, making her heart race.
John Brown took out a cigarette, but immediately put it back in his pocket. There was a pregnant woman next to him; how could he smoke in front of Melody Yoody? He then said, "Grandfather, what plans do you have?"
