26. Let me take my wives and children, for I have earned them by serving you, and let me be on my way. You certainly know how hard I have worked for you.”
27. “Please listen to me,” Laban replied. “I have become wealthy, for the lord has blessed me because of you.
28. Tell me how much I owe you. Whatever it is, I’ll pay it.”
29. Jacob replied, “You know how hard I’ve worked for you, and how your flocks and herds have grown under my care.
30. You had little indeed before I came, but your wealth has increased enormously. The lord has blessed you through everything I’ve done. But now, what about me? When can I start providing for my own family?”