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?”
the precious sweetheart he doted on for two decades away. You should be glad he didn’t just
you think I suit Ysabelle well? Besides, you’re also much older than Sophie, so
do you mean by that? Are you comparing me to you right now?
words. The members of the Lombard family are just so mean! What’s so
you don’t need to mind what others think. All that matters right
my friend,” remarked Felix. There’s no way he can’t tell how I feel
Ysabelle. You know, I think that boy
because he was just that
I’m certain they can tell we’re a couple. In that case,
still young, Grandpa. I’m not in a hurry to get into a relationship.” She felt a little helpless when she said that while glancing at Felix. He sure
Ysabelle 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
as Mr. Tristan! As much as Felix wanted to refute
at Felix. I bet he’s pissed
at Felix with a
Felix feel gloomy. These people… They’re so mean! Why aren’t they
dinner, Ysabelle went to a secluded spot with
don’t worry. I won’t attend it.” She knew he felt
I’m the same age as Mr. Tristan, so why does
to stay with you. Besides, it’s not like I can retort him in that
my self-esteem is wounded.” He continued to act
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