Grandma May was extremely approachable. She could switch between being an elegant and noble lady and a down-to-earth, ordinary old woman. While she enjoyed rare delicacies, she could also accept simple food.Rosalie said, “The land my family owns has been developed into commercial buildings or housing. We’ve never used them to plant flowers and trees like your family does.”River gestured at the driver to continue driving.He said, “Our manor is far from the city center. You might’ve noticed this along the way, but there aren’t many people who live nearby. Even if there are, they’re mostly families like ours.“My nana said it’d be a shame to disrupt such a peaceful place. That was why we didn’t build any buildings or houses on our land. Besides, ordinary people wouldn’t want to live here because it’s too far from the city.“It’ll be inconvenient for them to travel to work. Unlike us, most people don’t have flexible working hours. No one will criticize us even if we’re late to

Despite being doted on a lot, Callia was a polite child. With an outstanding mother like Serenity educating her, Callia would grow up to be an excellent person in the future instead of being spoiled rotten. “Miss you too.”Callia hugged Rosalie’s neck tightly. She even pecked Rosalie’s cheek, which made Rosalie’s heart soften.Whenever she saw Callia, she had the urge to give birth to a daughter as adorable as Callia, too.“Aunt Rose, sister. My sister.”Callia introduced Rosalie to Jeanne, who greeted her. Jeanne was much more fluent in speech compared to Callia. As expected, her being half a year older made quite a huge difference. Rosalie squatted down and reached out her hands to pull Jeanne into her arms.She smiled and told River, “I’m overwhelmed by the children’s cuteness.”River pretended to sound jealous. He said, “See? My niece and nephews are revolving around you. Even I, their uncle, have to step aside.“You’re too cruel, Lil’ Pie. You asked Rosalie to c

At that moment, his attentiveness made Rosalie more attracted to him. River told himself to be more detail-oriented in the future. He could not wait for Serenity to give him hints all the time. “Let’s sit here for a little while longer. There’s a light breeze. It’ll gradually feel less hot.”Rosalie was smitten with the scenery of Wildridge Manor. She looked toward River and said, “Do your parents like me, River?”“Of course they do. They adore you.”River smiled. “My parents won’t put on an act. They’re straightforward people. They won’t pretend to like you, then complain about you behind your back.“Besides, there’s nothing to dislike about you. You’re so perfect. My nana and mom criticized me as much as they could yesterday. They were grateful to you for taking me in.”Rosalie laughed. Grandma May really had many complaints about River. She said he was thirty-one and almost ended up unwanted by any girls. She was thankful that Rosalie had accepted River. Otherwise, he w

As Rowan drove, he laughed and said, “Don’t be mad at Mom, Alex. That’s the way she is. I believe I’ll experience the same things you and River did in a few years.”He witnessed his brothers being urged to get married and was already immune to his elders’ nagging.“Rowan, accompany me to look at a few houses. I want to buy a house,” said Alex all of a sudden.“You want to buy a house? You already own many of them. Where are you going to buy your next one?”“I think the environment around Westbrooke Street is not bad. It’s a good neighborhood there. Let’s go and have a look at the houses there. I want to buy a loft apartment.”Westbrook Street was close to the Joneses’ family clinic, about three to five minutes walk apart.Alex wanted to get ready to pursue Sheila.Living closer to her would give him better chances.Rowan turned to glance at his brother. He asked, “That place is pretty far from our company. If you buy a house there, you’d have to leave the house about ten minute

Alex spotted the signage of the Joneses’ family clinic.However, they passed it by very quickly because Rowan was driving fast.Alex did not even manage to look at the clinic properly.It did not matter. He was going to buy a house there anyway. If he were to fall sick in the future, he would contribute to the business of the Joneses’ family clinic. Of course, he would only go over when Sheila was helping out at the clinic.Alex could do whatever Kent had done.He also knew how to establish his presence and start pursuing Sheila.With his background and qualifications, Alex felt the Joneses would like him. Kent could step aside.Sheila harbored no feelings for Kent.They were simply a senior and a junior and had known each other for a long time. If Sheila liked Kent, they would have gotten together a long time ago.Sheila also did not like her colleague, who used to be her coursemate as well.“This street is pretty crowded. There are companies and schools nearby, as well as m