The Protector

Zoey recognized the man as the door swung open. He’s the son of one of father’s friends. I heard he went to live abroad.

“You’re getting younger by the day, Uncle and Aunt! Here’s some gifts I brought from overseas.” Theo greeted politely.

He gifted Aaron with a few luxurious bottles of wine and Caitlyn with some expensive makeup products.

Aaron and Caitlyn were delighted to receive the lavish gifts from abroad. These presents will become a great topic of conversation with our friends and families. Levi is truly a useless son-in-law in comparison. He has never provided our family with anything useful.

“You’re as pretty as ever, Zoey!” Theo leaned closer to kiss Zoey’s cheeks as he complimented her. But she tilted away to avoid him instinctively.

Clap!

Levi stood in between Zoey and Theo. “I’m sorry, we do not practice this form of greeting here!”

said to Zoey with a smile. “Happy birthday, Zoey! You will

“Ah?

parents. “Uncle and Aunt, my parents will be attending the

“Oh? Really? That’s great!”

in the Department of Education. With Theo’s family background, he is the perfect son-in-law candidate for everyone. Any girl will be considered lucky to marry him. We had the idea to pair him and Zoey up, but Steve did not

Aaron. The best outcome will be for Theo and Zoey to

hope Zoey will think wisely for herself. We can tell Theo is interested

chatted while Levi, Zoey, and Abigail sat beside them without saying a

overseas, and the prospect of the

grinned. “You don’t really have to do anything on your own either, Theo. You are sufficiently excellent with your parents’