Nigel didn't touch a drop of alcohol, sipping only the finest tea as he chatted amiably with Gregory and Grant. They discussed everything from the climate of Meridan to its cultural customs, finding endless topics to talk about.

When Nigel did occasionally chime in, his expression was indifferent. He was not particularly warm to his eldest grandson, but he was not distant either. He remarked, "Carrie is a blessed girl. Once she overcomes this challenge, she'll have plenty of good days ahead of her."

Grant asked with concern, "Mr. Hoffman seems truly devoted to Carrie. From what I saw today, are they close to tying the knot?"

"As soon as your sister's health improves, I'm planning to arrange their marriage."

Thinking about his daughter's marriage, tears welled up in Gregory's eyes. He felt a mix of relief and reluctance.

"This is such great news! Carrie and Mr. Hoffman are a match made in heaven. They're a perfect couple. When their big day arrives, I'll be sure to get them a really nice wedding gift."

you gave Carrie this time is already very generous. It's more than enough. No need to spend any more

"You have only one daughter, and I have

years, living on my own in Meridan, I haven't really been there for my siblings like I should have been as the older brother. But now that I'm feeling a bit better, I just want to do

touched, his eyes welling up. "Your kind words truly make me happy,

have been quite impressive," Nigel said, before his tone shifted. "It seems you've been living quite comfortably in Meridan. The gifts you've brought today alone are

the old man's insight. "In Meridan, I've been investing the dividends I receive from the Salvador Connel some modest business ventures. A few fortunate

in billions? This old man would love to hear some business tips from my eldest grandson." Grant replied casually,

glint of intrigue flickered in Grant's

pharmaceutical business must be really lucrative! Grant, you're quite the savvy businessman," Gregory remarked admiringly. "Even the Luminex Group in Hatchbay, run by Chairman Larson, shifted away from medicine years ago to focus on the booming biotech industry, and now

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