The Day I Kissed An Older Man

Beatrice wanted Stella to taste the food decided by Melody to make that ignorant woman thoroughly aware of Melody's position in the family.

After some thought, Melody suggested without reservation, "Let's go with the soup. I heard Grandpa coughing the other day, so chicken soup will be good for his health. As for the dessert, how about we go with something light like apple crumble? What do you think, Grandma?"

Looking at the sensible Melody and caring so much about both herself and Cedric, Beatrice felt even more delighted. "I think that's a wonderful idea! I'm sure your Grandpa will be very happy to know you care so much about his health!"

Melody's cheeks turned rosy, making her even more charming. "Grandma, caring for you and Grandpa is the least I should do!"

Beatrice, increasingly satisfied with her granddaughter-in-law, said, "Your Grandpa and I will be able to die peacefully when the time comes as long as you and Lucas get along well with each other." Melody quickly grasped her hand and said, "Grandma, what are you saying? No, no, no. You shouldn't say such things!"

She panicked a little too much, causing her spit to fly all over the place as she spoke. She immediately regretted it.

"Grandma, I didn't mean to spit all over the place..."

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on in the kitchen but could not make anything

She shifted her position, preparing to get closer, but Lucas stood up. He impatiently adjusted his tie, and Stella stood up as

video conference. Miss Stella, please wait here.

he turned

Mister Lucas." Edmund did not spare Stella a glance even until

She picked up the nearby cushion and pummeled it a few times. Her actions

the floor. I'll pick it up right away." Stella squeezed out a smile, picked up the cushion that had been pounded to the