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?”
expect? Of course he’ll be upset after a hog like you snatched the precious sweetheart he doted on for two decades away. You should be glad he didn’t just kick you
Besides, you’re also much older than Sophie, so why didn’t he complain
“What do you mean by that? Are you comparing me to you right now?
just so mean! What’s so wrong with me? I’m considered a promising young man in Jipsdale, so why doesn’t Old Mr. Lombard like
right, that’s enough. Once you take care of Ysabelle, you don’t need to
way he
an adult now, Ysabelle. You know, I think that boy from the Lane family suits you well. You
because he was just that dissatisfied with
my relationship with Felix yet, but I’m certain they can tell we’re a couple.
a hurry to get into a relationship.” She felt a
are, which is why you shouldn’t be fooled by awful old men. I’m saying this for
as Felix wanted to refute
glanced at Felix. I bet he’s pissed off
at Felix with
feel gloomy. These people… They’re so mean! Why aren’t they helping me at this
dinner, Ysabelle went to a secluded spot with
how my grandpa is. As for the blind date, don’t worry. I won’t attend it.” She knew he felt insecure,
Tristan, so why does Old Mr. Lombard seem to disdain me so much? I
I can retort him
self-esteem is wounded.” He continued to
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