William wasn’t someone who particularly enjoyed praising others. Therefore, he meant precisely what he said when he complimented Sophie.

“Thank you, Old Mr. Lombard.” Despite receiving praise, she remained collected.

The couple stood at the side as William continued tending to the flowers. Even though William didn’t say much of anything, he did order the butler to ask the chef to prepare a few more dishes Sophie liked.

It was a clear display of his affection for her.

In the past, he didn’t like her. But, he found himself adoring her more and more nowadays. However, he was a prideful man, so he found it difficult to lower himself and speak to Sophie further.

The difference between how he used to treat her and how he treated her at that moment was drastic.

That night, Sarah and Ysabelle also returned home for dinner. Felix came too, but William seemed dissatisfied with the former.

It was because William thought the age gap between Felix and Ysabelle was too significant.

Therefore, he didn’t treat Felix nicely for the whole night.

Upon approaching Tristan, Felix asked, “Did I offend your dad? Why do I feel like he’s upset with me today, Mr. Tristan?”

like you snatched the precious sweetheart he doted on for two decades away.

think I suit Ysabelle well? Besides, you’re also much older than Sophie, so why didn’t he complain about you? Why is he only upset

Tristan questioned, “What do you mean by that? Are you comparing me to you right now? Do you think we’re even

words. The members of the Lombard family are just so mean! What’s so wrong with me? I’m considered a promising young man in Jipsdale, so

of Ysabelle, you don’t need to mind

way he can’t tell how I feel about Ysabelle. Besides, he

dinner, William intentionally commented, “You’re an adult now, Ysabelle. You know, I think that boy from the Lane

ignored Felix because he was just that dissatisfied

family about my relationship with Felix yet, but I’m certain they can tell we’re a couple. In that case, why did Grandpa say that in front of

not in a hurry to get into a relationship.” She felt a little helpless when she

was looking at Felix, William scoffed, “Indeed you are, which is why you shouldn’t be fooled by awful old men. I’m saying this for

Felix wanted to refute

glanced at Felix. I bet he’s pissed

Sophie also peered at Felix with a

so

went to a secluded spot

worry. I won’t attend it.” She knew

the same age as Mr. Tristan, so why does Old Mr. Lombard seem to disdain me so much? I don’t

can retort him in that situation,” reminded Ysabelle. Why doesn’t he still understand after I

my self-esteem is wounded.” He

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