Chapter 40

Wanda was seated in the armchair while a few elegantly dressed women conversed with

her.

“Grandma!” Mikayla called out in a bright tone.

The crowd’s attention was drawn over.

A radiant smile spread across Wanda’s face when she caught sight of Mikayla.

“Look who’s here!”

Mikayla and Jerome approached Wanda.

“Grandma. Greetings to all the lovely ladies here,” Jerome greeted politely.

“You’re truly a caring person, Jerome. Unlike some in our family who claim to be busy all the time, you always make time for Grandma!”

“Exactly. Is there anything that can keep Jerome too occupied? He’s in charge of Miller Group but still managed to find time to be here. Frankly, he must find us elders a bit bothersome.”

“Certainly! Jerome is both capable and devoted. Mrs. Miller Senior is certainly fortunate

to have him!”

Jerome maintained a faint smile as he listened to the praises.

He glanced at Mikayla briefly and replied, “Aunts, you’re too kind. But I don’t get as much time as I’d like to spend with Grandma. Kay usually takes care of that.”

when Jerome

addressed her that way, even in social

as she tried to discern something from his expression.

Jerome remained composed. She couldn’t find

and Mikayla’s expressions

out. You finally know how to treat Kay right!”

child! She’s not only pretty but

2/3

Jerome!”

women continued to

compliments, some uncles sought to have

Jerome suggested to Mikayla, “Why don’t you stay with Grandma? I’ll be right over

acted in concert, displaying

“Sure.

and Jerome’s relationship is really

“When are you and Jerome planning on having kids? Perhaps it’s time for us all

chuckled and replied, “Why the rush? Kay still has a long way to go. She’ll have kids when she’s ready. I’m not old–fashioned,

laughter, Wanda mentioned wanting to stroll in the garden.

supported Wanda as they headed to

a call. Don’t tell me you’re avoiding having me as your

Mikayla said in a coquettish

it before. You’d still be my grandma, even

that, Kay.”

tapped Mikayla’s head.

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