"Thank you for the compliment, Madam Mila," Carrie said, blushing.

Ralph stood silently behind his mother. His intense gaze was fixed on Carrie, never wavering for a moment.

With a warm smile, Mila took off the gleaming emerald bracelet from her left wrist and slipped it onto Carrie's delicate wrist without hesitation.

"I came in a rush and didn't prepare much. I hope you won't dislike this small gift, Ms. Carrie."

Carrie was not the only one stunned, even Paul was taken aback. The imperial green emerald bracelet was worth millions of dollars, yet Mila gave it to Carrie so casually. Such generosity! Even he was tempted!

"No, Madam Mila, this is too precious. I can't accept it," Carrie said, trying to remove it, but Mila stopped her.

"Ah, a gift from an elder should never be refused. Besides, we Thompsons never take back our gifts. If you don't accept it, it would really hurt my feelings."

with embarrassment. Her careful way of holding her wrist amused

son liked Carrie so much.

could not hold back any

quietly met his gaze, her bright eyes

her quickly. "I just missed you and wanted to see you." Before the stunned Carrie could react, Ralph quickly got into

Paul burst

Paul, what's so funny?" Carrie

suppressed his laughter. "Young Master

the dimly lit car, Ralph's

Mila sighed softly, patting his

sacrifices for her. This is

now isn't considered taking advantage of the situation right?" Mila was also conflicted but still rooted for her lovelorn son. "Son, you

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